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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002 11-14 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 NOVEMBER 14, 2002 REGULAR SESSION 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, 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. Commissioner Whitehead was absent and excused. Commissioner Sean Rahn was absent and unexcused. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — OCTOBER 31, 2002 There was a motion by Commissioner Boeck, seconded by Commissioner Newman, to approve the minutes of the October 31, 2002 meeting as submitted. The motion passed. Commissioner Erdmann abstained, as he was not present at 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 -017 (KAYKHAM KHAI PHOMMAHAXAY Chair Willson introduced Application No. 2002 -017, submitted by Kaykham Khai Phommahaxay, a request for Site and Building Plan approval to construct a 1,466 sq. ft. addition to the old Hardee's Restaurant, 1601 Freeway Boulevard. Mr. Warren presented the staff report to describe the location of the property. (Refer to Planning Commission Information Sheet dated 11 -14 -02 for Application No. 2002 -017 attached.) He advised the property in question is zoned C -2 (Commerce) and is located at the southwest corner of Freeway Boulevard and the east leg of James Circle North. The retail sale of food is a permitted use in the C -2 zoning district. Mr. Warren explained that construction of a 4,285 sq. ft. Hardee's convenience food restaurant was approved by the City in 1989 under Planning Commission Application No. 89005 which consisted of site and building plan and special use permit approval. The applicant, who recently acquired the property, plans to operate an Asian food market and deli with over the counter sale of deli products. There will be no seating for an on site restaurant. 11 -14 -02 Page 1 The Commissioners discussed current exterior treatments on the building and what changes and improvements are proposed to be made to the exterior. Commissioner Newman inquired about screening of any roof top mechanical equipment. Mr. Warren replied that all roof top or on ground mechanical equipment must be appropriately screened from view as noted in the recommended conditions. Mr. Dwight Chestnut, the contractor representing the applicant, added that there would be only one additional roof top unit to handle the addition to the building and all roof top equipment will be screened as required by city ordinances. Commissioner Reem inquired about adding landscape requirements to the conditions of approval. Mr. Warren responded that a performance bond must be presented to the city to guarantee completion of the required landscaping. I Mr. Dwight Chestnut explained the reason for the break in the mansard application on the building addition is due to the tight corners for delivery trucks on the site. Chair Willson responded that as was stated in the report by Mr. Warren, the mansard treatment should be uniformly provided around the entire building as required by city ordinances. Mr. Warren noted that if it is tight for delivery trucks, parking on the west side of the site could be eliminated, as there is a surplus of parking on the site. Commissioner Reem and Willson inquired about appropriate maintenance and screening of trash enclosures. Mr. Warren explained that there is currently an enclosed area on the site for trash disposal. If it is determined in the future that trash is not being properly screened and stored, it would be a code enforcement issue. 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 -017 — KAYKHAM KHAI PHOMMAHAXAY There was a motion by Commissioner Boeck, seconded by Commissioner Erdmann, to recommend to the City Council that it approve Application No. 2002 -017, submitted by Kaykham Khai Phommahaxay for site and building plan approval to construct a 1,466 sq. ft. addition to the old Hardee's Restaurant building, 1601 Freeway Boulevard, 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 building permits. 2. Any modifications to grading, drainage or utility plans are subject to review and approval by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of permits. 11 -14 -02 Page 2 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 building permits to assure completion of all site related improvements. 4. Any outside trash disposal facilities and roof top or on ground mechanical equipment shall be appropriately screened from view. 5. The building addition 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. The existing underground irrigation system shall be operational prior to the release of the financial guarantee. 7. Plan approval is exclusive of all signery which is subject to Chapter 34 of the City Ordinances. 8. B612 curb and gutter shall be provided around the proposed new building expansion. 9. The applicant shall provide appropriate erosion and sediment control devices on the site during construction as approved by the City Engineering Department. 10. The plans shall be modified prior to the issuance of building permits to include: a. A note indicating that B612 curb and gutter shall be provided. b. The continuation of the mansard treatment completely around the new building addition to be consistent with that being provided around the balance of the building. Voting in favor: Chair Willson, Commissioners Boeck, Erdmann, Newman, and Reem. The motion passed unanimously. The Council will consider the application at its November 25, 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 The Planning Commission meeting planned for November 21, 2002, to discuss the Critical Area Plan has been cancelled. The item will be discussed at the December 14, 2002, meeting. Mr. Warren explained that an application has been submitted for review by the Planning Commission for a PUD amendment for a vacant parcel adjacent to the site of the Regal Theater, 65 and Camden Avenue North, for construction of a McDonald's Restaurant, and will be on the December 14, 2002, agenda. 11 -14 -02 Page 3 There was no other business. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Newman, seconded by Commissioner Reem, to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Chair Recorded and transcribed by: Rebecca Crass 11 -14 -02 Page 4