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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012 03-29 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 REGULAR SESSION MARCH 29, 2012 CALL TO ORDER The Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Pro Tem Kuykendall at 7:02 p.m. ROLL CALL Chair Pro Tem Kara Kuykendall, Commissioners Scott Burfeind, Carlos Morgan, Michael Parks and Stephen Schonning were present. Also present were Councilmember Carol Kleven, Secretary to the Planning Commission Tim Benetti, Director of Business & Development, Gary Eitel, and Recording Secretary Rebecca Crass. Stan Leino was absent and excused. APPROVAL OF MINUTES —MARCH 15, 2012 There was a motion by Commissioner Parks, seconded by Commissioner Schonning to approve the minutes of the March 15, 2012, meeting as submitted. The motion passed unanimously. CHAIR'S EXPLANATION Chair Pro Tem Kuykendall 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 ITEMS Real Estate Recycling/Paul Hyde-PUD Application Review—4001 Lakebreeze Avenue N • Met Council approval of land use amendment • Met Council support for regional trail connection • Public hearing for PUD rezoning at the April 12, 2012 meeting • Site plan consideration scheduled for April 26, 2012 meeting Mr. Benetti explained that Met Council has approved the City's request to amend the land use of the site from OS-Office Service-Business and Roadways to a new Mixed Use: Office Service- Business/Industrial land use category. The Met Council is advising the City to encourage the realignment and reconnection of the Twin Lakes Regional Trail connection through the RER redevelopment site. There was a discussion regarding the trail connection and future analysis and consideration of this PUD site. Mr. Benetti stated that there will be a public hearing for this application at the April 12, 2012 Planning Commission meeting and there will be no official action on this item tonight. Presbyterian Homes & Services - PUD Application Review- 5401/5415—69th Avenue North • Introduction of comprehensive land use plan amendment for subject site • Public hearing for PUD rezoning and site plan at the April 12, 2012 meeting 3-29-12 Page 1 Mr. Benetti summarized the order of development that will take place on the site. He pointed out that this is preliminary review for the site concept plans and layout along with the City's request to modify the underlying land use for the easterly parcel. Mr. Benetti noted that Maranatha is conducting an open house neighborhood meeting for Thursday, April 5th as well as a private resident's meeting on Monday, April 9, 2012. He encouraged the Commission to attend one of these meetings. Brooklyn Boulevard Lane Area Development (i.e. Bremer Bank; McDonald's, Taco Bell, Brookdale Car Wash, etc.) Study Area Mr. Benetti explained that with the impending Taco Bell site (5532 Brooklyn Boulevard) redevelopment, Planning Staff wishes to discuss with the Commission the possible implementation of a new Master PUD Plan or overlay of this commercial area, due in part to the unusual development patterns and layout of these commercial sites along this private roadway system. He further explained how a variance could be achieved on the site to accomplish separation of parking and driveway access similar to what is required by today's standards. Carlos Morgan arrived at 7:38 p.m. Commissioner Parks stated he would like to see a wider and lower street made out of different material. He'd also like to see some berms and more landscaping between the building and the street. Mr. Eitel responded that placing landscaping in certain areas of a site such as this can be a safety issue when the bushes mature and it can be difficult to see oncoming traffic. He further clarified that this is a 40 ft. wide private road. He added that staff will look at landscaping on the site to further enhance the area. Brooklyn Boulevard Study Update (from 56th Avenue N. to 60th Avenue N.); Mr. Eitel provided a slide show of the corridor area between 56th Avenue N to 601h Avenue N indicating current conditions in the area. Review and preparation of updated PowerPoint presentation for the Wednesday, April 11, 2012 joint City Council/City Commission workshop meeting; Mr. Benetti stated that all city commission members will be invited to attend a joint City Council/City Commission workshop meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 11, 2012, at Constitutional Hall, City Community Center. He added that Commission Chairs are being asked to provide an update of their respective commission's items that were acted on the previous year and any upcoming items, and staff will have a preliminary presentation for review at the next meeting. Mr. Benetti briefly reviewed the projects that the Planning Commission was involved in over the last year. OTHER BUSINESS Mr. Benetti stated that staff plans to further look into the following items as time permits and is looking for direction from the staff. 3-29-12 Page 2 Planning Activities List • Landscape Policy and/or Tree Preservation Policy (creation of new ordinance) • Architectural Standards (for certain districts) • Implementation Strategies for the Twin Lakes Trail Extension (Twin Lakes Regional Corridor) • Sign Ordinance updates (including electronic or dynamic sign standards) • Subdivision Ordinance update Commissioner Parks stated he would like some information for the Commission to review regarding landscaping policy and architectural guidelines first and then work on the rest later. This would allow the city to upgrade their standards for future developments. Mr. Benetti stated that staff will conduct some research and come up with some data for the Commission to review. Commissioner Morgan asked the staff if they see a theme for Brooklyn Center regarding development and the vision of Brooklyn Boulevard. Mr. Eitel responded that is why they are doing various studies to see what they can come up with to identify challenges and opportunities available. Chair Rahn arrived at 8:23 p.m. There was no other business. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Rahn, seconded by Commissioner Schonning, to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. ✓v_ Chair Recorded and transcribed by: Rebecca Crass 3-29-12 Page 3