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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002 06-13 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 REGULAR SESSION JUNE 13, 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 Graydon Boeck, Rex Newman, Sean Rahn, Dianne Reem, and John Whitehead were present. Also present were Secretary to the Planning Commission/Planning and Zoning Specialist Ronald Warren, and Planning Commission Recording Secretary Rebecca Crass. Stephen Erdmann was absent and excused. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — MAY 30, 2002 There was a motion by Commissioner Boeck, seconded by Commissioner Newman, to approve the minutes of the May 30, 2002 meeting as submitted. The motion passed unanimously. 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 -008 (SCHUSS CLARK ARCHITECTURAL CORPORATION FOR INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES (IHOP) Chair Willson introduced Application No. 2002 -008, a request from Schuss Clark Architectural Corporation on behalf of IHOP Properties, for site and building plan approval to redevelop the old Baker's Square restaurant site (5601 Xerxes Avenue North) into an International House of Pancakes (IHOP) restaurant. The site is 43,833 sq. ft. in area (1.0063 acres) and houses the Baker's Square restaurant. The plan is to demolish the existing 4,203 sq. ft. Baker's Square building and replace it with a 4,040 sq. ft., 134 seat IHOP restaurant. Mr. Warren presented the staff report using overhead transparencies to describe the location of the property under consideration. (See Planning Commission Information Sheet dated 6/13/02 for Application No. 2002 -008 and the City Engineer's memo dated 6/11/02, attached.) The absence of an on site storm sewer was discussed. The Commission members were advised to review the City Engineer's comments regarding site utilities and the applicant's proposed storm sewer plan. Commissioner Boeck inquired about the number and placement of fire hydrants. Mr. Warren suggested that a condition could be added requiring fire hydrants be identified on the plan per the requirements of the Building Official or Fire Chief. 6 -13 -02 Page 1 Mr. Steve Scott, IHOP Project Manager spoke about their plans for replacement of the parking lot and their plans to address drainage issues on the site. He added that IHOP is very excited to be locating in Brooklyn Center, which will be their first store in the midwest, and look forward to beginning construction. Commission members inquired about the construction date and hours of operation. Mr. Scott responded that they hope to begin construction by the end of July and open in November. He added that hours of operation are generally 24 hours within the first year of opening. 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. 2002-008 — SCHUSS CLARK ARCHITECTURAL CORPORATION FOR INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES (IHOP) There was a motion by Commissioner Boeck, seconded by Commissioner Whitehead to recommend to the City Council that it approve Application No. 2002 -008, submitted by Schuss Clark Architectural Corporation for site and building plan approval to redevelop the old Baker's Square restaurant site (5601 Xerxes Avenue North) into a 4,040 sq. ft. International House of Pancakes (IHOP) restaurant 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. Grading, draining, utility and erosion control plans are subject to review and approval by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of permits. 3. A site 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 site improvements. 4. Any outside trash disposal facilities and roof top or on ground mechanical equipment shall be appropriately screened from view. 5. The building is to be equipped with an automatic fire extinguishing system to meet NFPA standards and shall be connected to a central monitoring device in accordance with Chapter 5 of the City Ordinances. 6. An underground irrigation system shall be installed in all landscaped areas to facilitate site maintenance. 7. Plan approval is exclusive of all signery which is subject to Chapter 34 of the City Ordinances. 8. B -612 curb and gutter shall be provided around all parking and driving areas. 6 -13 -02 Page 2 9. The applicant shall submit an as built survey of the property, improvements and utility service lines prior to the release of the performance guarantee. 10. The property owner shall enter into an easement and agreement for maintenance and inspection of utility and storm drainage systems prior to the issuance of permits. 11. The applicant shall provide appropriate erosion and sediment control devices on the site during construction as approved by the City Engineering Department. 12. All work performed and materials used for construction of utilities shall conform to the City of Brooklyn Center's current standard specifications and details. Voting in favor: Chair Willson, Commissioners Boeck, Newman, Rahn, Reem and Whitehead. The motion passed unanimously. The Council will consider the application at its June 24, 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 Mr. Warren announced that there would be a Study Session on June 27, 2002, to view the Brooklyn Center School District's conceptual plan for rebuilding Earle Brown Elementary School and relocation of the park and school. Mr. Warren added that he has received a request for consideration of an amendment to the sign ordinance for development complex signs which identify a group of businesses located together with common ownership. He would also like the Commission to discuss the possibility of an amendment to allow such signs at the Study Session. Commissioners Reem and Newman announced that they will be absent at the June 24, 2002 meeting. There was no other business. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Boeck, seconded by Commissioner Whitehead, to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Chair Recorded and transcribed by: Rebecca Crass 6 -13 -02 Page 3