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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012 03-01 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 MARCH 1, 2012 CALL TO ORDER The Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Rahn at 7:09 p.m. ROLL CALL Chair Rahn, Scott Burfeind, Michael Parks, and Stephen Schonning were present. Also present were Councilmember Carol Kleven, Director of Business & Development Gary Eitel, and Planning Commission Recording Secretary Rebecca Crass. Stan Leino and Kara Kuykendall were absent and excused. Carlos Morgan was absent and unexcused. APPROVAL OF MINUTES —February 16 2012 There was a motion by Commissioner Parks, seconded by Commissioner Schonning, to approve the minutes of the February 16, 2012 meeting as submitted. The motion passed. 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. FINAL PLAT OF EVANS NORDBY ADDITION — THOMAS J. WEBER 6000 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD — (REQUEST TO ADOPT PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2012-02 Mr. Eitel presented the final plat for the "Evans Nordby Addition" which consists of combining three existing parcels into one for the business located at 6000 Brooklyn Boulevard (Evans Nordby Funeral Home). He added that the preliminary plat was approved by the Planning Commission at their November 17, 2011 regular meeting and this final plan does not require a public hearing. Mr. Eitel further explained that prior to this application, the Planning Commission normally reviewed just the preliminary plat and the final plat was typically reviewed and approved by the City Engineer and City Attorney, with City Council providing authorization and acceptance of said final plats under separate action. He noted that the procedural requirements of the subdivision ordinance does include the submittal of the final plat to the Planning Commission and that the Planning Commission may, at its discretion, submit a report to the Council. It is the recommendation of city staff that to comply with the subdivision ordinance that the Commission review the final plat and confirm with that the final plat is consistent with the approved preliminary plat. 3-01-12 Page 1 Mr. Eitel further explained that on December 12, 2011, the City Council considered the preliminary plat of Evans Nordby Addition, and adopted Resolution No. 2011-171 along with two additional conditions. He added that Mr. Weber has complied with the two conditions requested, which were an additional sidewalk easement in the southwest corner of the platted property and closure of the driveway in the southwest corner. Mr. Weber has complied with all items and the final plat appears consistent with the approved preliminary plat and meets all the requirements necessary for final approvals. Mr. Eitel stated that Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 2012-02, which recommends approval of the proposed Final Plat of Evans Nordby Addition. Commissioner Parks asked if there was an opportunity with this replatting to create safer sidewalks along Brooklyn Boulevard. Mr. Eitel explained that the Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor Study will look at the possibility of an expanded easement along sidewalks as that process moves along to enhance the corridor and improve pedestrian traffic safety. There was a motion by Commissioner Parks , seconded by Commissioner Schonning, to adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 2012-02, which recommends approval of the proposed Final Plat of Evans Nordby Addition. Voting in favor: Chair Rahn, Commissioners Burfeind, Parks, and Schonning. And the following voted against the same: None The motion passed unanimously. DISCUSSION ITEMS REVIEW OF CONCEPT PLANS FOR MARANTHA HOMES/CARE CENTER EXPANSION PROJECT—5401, 15 69TH AVENUE NORTH Mr. Eitel introduced the conceptual plans for an expansion of the Maranatha Care Center located at 5401, 15 691h Avenue North. He explained that the site consists of two separate parcels split into two separate zoning districts (the west parcel is zoned R-6 Multiple Family Residence and the east parcel is zoned R-1 One Family Residence). He continued that the westerly parcel contains a four story, 64 unit senior apartment facility and the easterly parcel contains a 97 bed nursing home facility. Mr. Merkins with Presbyterian Homes presented the proposed project and stated that they have owned the property since 2009. He added that in 2009 they applied for a moratorium exception that allows for capital improvement sites that have proven to be non-functional. He further explained that there is currently a moratorium on nursing homes and no additional beds can be added. They received an exception award in 2009 and the project was put on hold due to economics. Mr. Merkins further explained that the process allows for construction to start within 360 months of the award and the exception ends on April 14, 2012. They have applied for zoning changes and other requirements to be met prior to the April 24th deadline. 3-01-12 Page 2 Mr. Merkins explained that they are currently functioning as a congregate care facility. They were recently approved for a plan that tears down one wing, builds one phase of the project, then builds the second phase and moves the residents into private rooms. However, in the proposed plan, the existing building stays in its current configuration, the new building will be constructed where parking exists and then the old building will come down once residents are moved. He added that leaves space on the site for and independent living space two to five years out. Mr. Merkins stated that the current facility is very antiquated and the new facility will allow them to provide care by today's standards and will allow adequate space for residents with a neighborhood model. Mr. Merkins provided examples of how the new rooms will be laid out according to state regulations and for providing ease of care for residents. Chair Rahn asked about the timing and transition during construction. Mr. Merkins stated that traditionally they provide interim care and this will allow them to provide this in a single facility. However, it will be a few years before Phase II takes place and the area planned for that will be green space until the next phase of development takes place. Commissioner Parks asked about the possibility of sustainability on the site. Mr. Merkins stated that they use sustainable products during construction and will be doing storm water management that does not currently exist on the site and will be working with civil engineers to meet requirements on the site for appropriate water retention. Commissioner Parks stated that he would like to see the use of non-porous products and pavers in areas where there may not be a lot of snow removal and spread out the water on the site not just contain it. Mr. Merkins responded that they are getting soil borings on the site and will infiltrate water on the site where possible. He added that pavers can be troublesome for seniors walking; however, they have looked at rain gardens on the site. Burfeind asked about removal and relocation of the garages on the site. Mr. Merkins stated there are 12 to 13 garages on the space and they may have to leave a portion of the garages since some of the independent residents use them. Commissioner Burfeind stated that he would like to see some consideration if the garages are moved on the site bordering the single family home to the westerly side of the property. Mr. Eitel explained that this application is proposed to be before the Planning Commission on March 29, 2012 for a PUD/Rezoning public hearing. 3-01-12 Page 3 REVIEW OF REDESIGNED SITE LAYOUT PLAN OF PAUL HYDE'S (REAL ESTATE RECYCLING) 90,000 SF. OFFICE/MANUFACTURING/WAREHOUSE DEVELOPMENT ON THE FORMER LIFETIME FITNESS SITE—4001 LAKEBREEZE AVENUE NORTH Mr. Eitel explained that the Comprehensive Plan Land Use amendment relating to this site is currently being reviewed by the Metropolitan Council. He gave an overview of the revised proposed plan for the development of 4001 Lakebreeze Avenue North. Mr. Eitel added that the plan will be presented as a public hearing before the Planning Commission as a rezoning under a Planned Unit Development to a Mixed Use C-2/I-1 (Commerce/Industrial Park). This proposed rezoning will allow for an office/manufacturing/warehouse use on the site. SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING UPDATE Mr. Eitel reported that he recently had a discussion with Mr. Gatlin and he is ready to move forward with further redevelopment on the site. It is expected that plans will be before the Planning Commission in April for the food court and one of the junior box store tenants. OTHER BUSINESS BROOKLYN BOULEVARD STUDY UPDATE Mr. Eitel stated that a newsletter went out to residents regarding the Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor Study. He added that staff is meeting with the engineer working on the project tomorrow to begin developing concepts and strategies in the redevelopment and improvements along Brooklyn Boulevard. There was no other business. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Parks, seconded by Commissioner Burfeind, to adjourn the Planning C mmissio eting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:31 p.m. Chair Recorded and transcribed by: Rebecca Crass 3-01-12 Page 4