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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010 09-20 PCM MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA STUDY SESSION SEPTEMBER 30, 2010 CALL TO ORDER The Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Rahn at 7:15 p.m. ROLL CALL Chair Sean Rahn, Commissioners Kara Kuykendall, Stan Leino, Carlos Morgan and Michael Parks were present. Also present were City Attorney, Charlie LeFevere, Secretary to the Planning Commission/Director of Business & Development, Gary Eitel, and Planning Commission Recording Secretary Rebecca Crass. Commissioner JoAnn Campbell- Sudduth was absent and unexcused. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — MAY 27, 2010 There was a motion by Commissioner Parks, seconded by Commissioner Kuykendall, to approve the minutes of the May 27, 2010 meeting as submitted. The motion passed unanimously. CHAIR'S EXPLANATION Chair Rahn explained the Planning Commission's role as an advisory body. One of the Commission's functions is to hold public hearings. In the matters concerned in these hearings, the Commission makes recommendations to the City Council. The City Council makes all final decisions in these matters. DISCUSSION ITEM — CONTINUED DISCUSSION WITH THE OWNERS OF 6530 JAMES AVENUE NORTH, A 127,600 SQ. FT. INDUSTRIAL BUILDING, REGARDING A BUSINESS USE INVOLVING OUTSIDE STORAGE Mr. Eitel explained that he had a discussion with the property owner of 6530 James Avenue North regarding the amount of outside storage that would be allowed on the site. He was informed that the potential tenant had a change of mind and would not be relocating to this site. The property owner thanked the Commission for their willingness to have the discussion regarding a possible use of the site. This item was then withdrawn from the agenda. DISCUSSION ITEM — CONTINUED REVIEW OF THE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PROVISIONS AND PROCESS, SECTION 35 -333, SUB. 5, OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE Mr. Eitel introduced City Attorney, Charlie LeFevere, to the Commission and explained that he is here to discuss the PUD ordinance and how it is used as a development tool. Mr. LeFevere, City Attorney with Kennedy and Graven, explained that he represents local governments and was asked to be present to review the PUD process in general terms for better understanding of future applications. Page 1 9 -30 -10 Mr. LeFevere stated that some of the things the city does with Rezonings through the PUD process are: • Controlling density • Acceptable level of green space • Reasonable setback of buildings • Provides access to sunlight • Provides one compatible use to another • Provides acceptable housing options • Divides the city to assure there are various kinds of uses including commercial and industrial uses that provide jobs and tax base • Regulates uses of land Mr. LeFevere explained that the result of the process is that there is a set of rules, and if the developer operates within those rules and guidelines, it can do what it wants within a development. He added that a PUD applies the flexibility to those same objectives where a larger area is planned as an entire unit. Once a PUD is approved, the plan cannot be altered outside of that specific identified area without further review and approval by the City. Stan Leino arrived at 7:34 p.m. There was further discussion among the Commission members and Mr. LeFevere regarding what is involved with the review and approval of rezonings and the PUD process. Mr. Eitel thanked Mr. LeFevere for addressing the Commission. He then stated that September 22, 2010 was the deadline for offers for the Brookdale site. Mr. Eitel stated that staff is hopeful that an announcement will be made soon as to who acquired Brookdale so discussions can take place as far as what the site will evolve into. He reminded the Commission that in 1999 the Brookdale site was rezoned to PUD /C -2 which involved a master plan and a major redevelopment took place at that time. Mr. Eitel further described existing conditions that would need to be addressed prior to any redevelopment. Mr. Eitel thanked the Commission for being at tonight's meeting. He stated that he understands the difficulty in making a commitment to attend the Commission meetings when there are no formal applications to review. He added that he feels that there will be some exciting activity happening soon. OTHER BUSINESS — REVIEW PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING DATES AND ATTENDANCE Chair Rahn stated that the Commission has been short on attendance lately and stressed the importance of having a quorum in attendance at all meetings. Chair Rahn also reminded the Commission to notify staff b hone or email if the will not be in attendance in advance of the YP Y meeting. There was no other business. Page 2 9 -30 -10 ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Parks, seconded by Commissioner Leino, to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:34 p.m. Chair Recorded and transcribed by: Rebecca Crass Page 3 9 -30 -10