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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002 03-28 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 WEST FIRE STATION STUDY SESSION MARCH 28, 2002 CALL TO ORDER The Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Willson at 7:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Chair Tim Willson, Commissioners, Stephen Erdmann, Rex Newman, and Dianne Reem were present. Also present were Secretary to the Planning Commission/Planning and Zoning Specialist Ronald Warren, and Planning Commission Recording Secretary Rebecca Crass. Graydon Boeck, Sean Rahn and John Whitehead were absent and excused. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — FEBRUARY 14, 2002 There was a motion by Commissioner Newman, seconded by Commissioner Erdmann, to approve the minutes of the February 14, 2002 meeting as submitted. The motion passed. Commissioner Reem abstained as she was absent from the meeting. CHAIR'S EXPLANATION Chair Willson 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. APPLICATION NO. 2002 -004 — JOE KIESLING L & D MAINTENANCE CO. ON BEHALF OF HARK' S CONOCO Chair Willson introduced Application No. 2002 -004, a request from Joe Kiesling of L & D Maintenance Co. on behalf of Hark's Conoco for a special use permit and site and building plan approval to construct a car wash and storage /equipment room addition to the existing gas station/convenience store at 1505 69th Avenue North Mr. Warren presented the staff report using overhead transparencies to describe the location of the property. (Refer to Planning Commission Information Sheet dated 3 -28 -02 for Application No. 2002 -004 attached.) He advised the property in question is zoned C -2 (Commerce). Gas stations /convenience stores and car washes are special uses in the C -2 zoning district. The applicant is proposing to add a 16 ft. by 50 ft. (800 sq. ft.) car wash to the back of the building, which will be attached to the existing building by a new 320 sq. ft. mechanical/equipment room. Mr. Warren discussed the applicant's response to the special use permit standards. It is generally felt that the standards for special use permits can be met. Mr. Warren added that the applicant 3 -28 -02 Page 1 must also provide dumpster screening on the site, repair the screen fence and comply with the sign ordinance. Chair Willson asked about access to drive lanes and how site circulation would be achieved with the addition of the car wash as it relates to the filling of the underground tanks. Mr. Pete Martin of L & D Maintenance explained that the fill dispensers are flush with the ground and when trucks are filling the underground fuel tanks, cars would not be driving in that area. He added that the tanks are generally filled in the early morning or late evening when the car wash will probably not be open. Commissioner Reem asked about striping the parking spaces so they would be clearly marked for customers near the exit from the car wash. Mr. Warren responded that there will be curb and gutter installed as a parking protector that will mark and offset any additional stalls at the exit from the car wash. PUBLIC HEARING — APPLICATION NO. 2002-004 There was a motion by Commissioner Newman, seconded by Commissioner Erdmann, to open the public hearing on Application No. 2002 -004 at 8:05 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. Chair Willson called for comments from the public. Mr. Pete Martin of L & D Maintenance asked for questions from the Commissioners. Commissioner Reem asked about the location of the propane tank and if it will be moved. The applicant responded that it is not included in the scope of his work. Mr. Warren confirmed that the propane tank will remain where it is. Chair Willson asked the applicant if he was aware of the compliance issues with signs, parking and the dumpster screening and location as well as landscaping and underground irrigation. The applicant indicated that he will discuss these issues further with the owner and the City can expect compliance. He added that he looked at the site for review but it was snow covered. He will review it again with the owner and anticipates adding additional low lying shrubs in the green strip area as recommended. Commissioner Erdmann inquired about further information on the location of the tanker trucks when filling the underground tanks. Mr. Martinson explained the process for filling the tanks and how it will affect drive lanes, parking etc. Mr. Warren added that the addition of a car wash does not necessitate the altering of the location of the existing underground tanks. Mr. Vince Castelluzzo, 5133 Colfax Avenue North, Minneapolis, addressed the Commission regarding the height of shrubbery along the street. Mr. Warren explained the City's requirements for clear view visibility at intersections and along the green strip area so as not to impede the vision of pedestrians or traffic. Mr. Castelluzzo asked about the hours of operation for the car wash. Mr. Warren responded that the city does not regulate car wash hours. 3 -28 -02 Page 2 Keisha Dehn (student at Brooklyn Center High School), 5816 Dupont Avenue North, asked for further clarification on shrubbery and screening of dumpsters. Chair Willson explained the requirements for placement of low lying shrubbery and dumpster screening to the students. Tom Henry, 1612 69th Avenue North, described how customers park on the site blocking the front of the building and the "no parking" signs. He doesn't feel the parking is enforced and has seen customers remove the "no parking" signs and park in front of the building. He asked how the stacking of cars for the car wash will affect the parking on the site. Chair Willson pointed out how cars will stack up while waiting to use the car wash. Mr. Henry asked that the owners be held accountable to strictly enforce the no parking area in front of the building to create a safer layout around the site. Chair Willson said that the owners will be reminded to have curbs painted yellow and "no parking" signs posted in no parking areas on the site. Vince Castelluzzo, 5133 Colfax Avenue North, asked about activities and parking around the propane tanks when they are being filled. Chair Willson responded that safety rules regarding shutting off cars parked near the propane tanks should be followed. Also, parking is limited in the area surrounding the propane tanks. No other persons from the public appeared before the Commission during the public hearing on Application No. 2002 -004. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING There was a motion by Commissioner Reem seconded by Commissioner Newman, to close the public hearing on Application No. 2002 -004, at 8:35 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. The Chair called for further discussion or questions from the Commissioners. The Commissioners interposed no objections to approval of the Application. ACTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF APPLICATION NO. 2002 -004 — JOE KIESLING, L & D MAINTENANCE CO. ON BEHALF OF HARK'S CONOCO There was a motion by Commissioner Erdmann, seconded by Commissioner Newman, to recommend to the City Council that it approve Application No. 2002 -004, submitted by Joe Kiesling, L & D Maintenance Co. on behalf of Hark's Conoco for a special use permit and site and building plan approval to construct a car wash and storage /equipment room addition to the existing gas station/convenience store at 1505 69th Avenue North subject to the following conditions: 1. The building plans are subject to review and approval by the Building Official with respect to applicable codes prior to the issuance of permits. 2. Any grading, drainage or utility plans are subject to final review and approval by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of permits. 3. All outside trash disposal facilities and rooftop and on ground mechanical equipment shall be appropriately screened from view. 3 -28 -02 Page 3 4. A performance agreement and supporting financial guarantee in an amount to be determined based on cost estimates shall be submitted prior to the issuance of permits to assure the completion of all required site improvements. 5. The plans shall be modified prior to the issuance of building permits to include: a. The addition of shrubs in the Humboldt and 69th Avenue green strip in accordance with the landscape point system. b. The location and materials for a dumpster enclosure. c. A parking protector /delineator between the car wash exit drive and the parking area on the west side of the site. 6. Plan approval is exclusive of all signery, which is subject to Chapter 34 of the City Ordinances. This site and the property at 6501 Humboldt Avenue North operated by the same applicant shall be in compliance with the City's Sign Ordinance prior to the issuance of building permits for this project. 7. The area between the front of the building and the canopy area shall not be used for parking purposes and shall be posted as "no parking, fire lane ". 8. The amended special use permit is granted for the car wash expansion as contained in the plans submitted. Any other expansion of alteration of this use shall require additional amendments to the special use permit granted. 9. The special use permit is subject to all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations. Any violations thereof shall be grounds for revocation. Voting in favor: Chair Willson, Commissioners, Erdmann, Newman, Reem and. The motion passed unanimously. The City Council will consider the application at its April 8, 2002 meeting. The applicant must be present. Major changes to the application as reviewed by the Planning Commission will require that the application be returned to the Commission for reconsideration. OTHER BUSINESS Commissioner Reem inquired about the status of the Jerry's New Market site. Mr. Warren informed the Commission that the City of Brooklyn Center EDA is acquiring the property for future, development. He also gave an update on the 69th and Brooklyn Boulevard corner. There is a new developer who is preparing a development agreement (similar to the previous one proposed), which will include a fast food restaurant and a strip mall. The plan may have to be reviewed by the Planning Commission. Commissioner Reem also asked to have code enforcement check into the lack of screening and proper placement of commercial dumpsters around the city. Mr. Warren replied that he will ask the police department to check out the dumpsters. 3 -28 -02 Page 4 An unidentified citizen inquired about the proposed car wash addition at 69th and Humboldt Avenue North. Chairperson Willson explained that the public hearing had been held and the Commission recommended approval of the application subject to some modifications. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Newman, seconded by Commissioner Erdmann, to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:47 p.m. Chair Recorded and transcribed by: Rebecca Crass 3 -28 -02 Page 5