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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994 11-17 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 NOVEMBER 17, 1994 CALL TO ORDER The Planning Commission met in regular session and was called to order by Chairperson Willson at 7:35 p.m. ROLL CALL Chairperson Tim Willson, Commissioners Donald Booth, Mark Holmes, Robert Mickelson, Dianne Reem and Ella Sander, Commissioner Debra Hilstrom was excused from this meeting. Also present were the Secretary to the Planning Commission Planning and Zoning Specialist Ronald Warren, and Planning Commission Recording Secretary Ruth McLaurin. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - OCTOBER 27, 1994 There was a motion by Commissioner Sander and seconded by Commissioner Booth to approve the minutes of the October 27, 1994, Planning Commission meeting as submitted. The motion passed. Commissioner Mickelson abstained as he was not at that meeting. CHAIRPERSON'S EXPLANATION Chairperson Willson explained the Planning Commission is 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 94014 (COUNTRY HARVEST BUFFET MANAGEMENT, INC.) Chairperson Willson introduced the first item of business, a request from Country Harvest Buffet Management, Inc. for rezoning and site and building plan approval for a commerce Planned Unit Development proposal involving a 10,000 square foot, 400 seat restaurant at the Northwest quadrant of Freeway Boulevard and Shingle Creek Parkway. The Secretary presented the staff report, used overhead transparencies to show the location and detail (see Planning Commission Information Sheet for Application No. 94014, attached). Commissioner Booth inquired regarding the portion of undeveloped land, he would like to indicate no fast food restaurant be allowed on that site. The Secretary indicated this could be covered in a stated condition to the resolution. 11-17-94 1 i s Commissioner Booth indicated concern for the holding pond and if any additional safety fencing would be needed. The Secretary noted that fencing around the pond was not required, it was being provided more for appearance. Commissioner Reem also noted concern that a fast food store would be developed on the small portion of the parcel. The Secretary indicated a fast food restaurant would be a special use and would have to be presented to this commission for approval. The Secretary reiterated that limitations could be covered in an additional condition to the resolution. Commissioner Holmes inquired regarding the holding pond, if the city is liable say a drowning occur. The Secretary noted the pond was on private property and that the land owner would also be responsible for its safety. Commissioner Holmes also inquired if the portion of undeveloped land on this site would have the room to build anything. The Secretary referred this to the architect, but indicated that the applicant is not indicating replatting at this time and would need to in order to sell that portion of the parcel. He added that the minimum lot width in a C2 zone is 100 feet and this area meets the standard. PUBLIC HEARING (APPLICATION NO. 94014) Chairperson Willson asked for a motion to open the public hearing on the request for Country Harvest Buffet Management, Inc. at 8:37 p.m. There was a motion by Commissioner Mickelson and seconded by Commissioner Holmes to open the Country Harvest Buffet Management, Inc. public hearing. The motion passed unanimously. Chairperson Willson asked if there was anyone present who wished to address the Commission. The representative for Country Harvest Buffet Management, Inc., Mr. Sid Scott stepped forward. Mr. Scott indicated the long range plans for the undeveloped parcel would be for additional parking. Mr. Scott reassured the commission this parcel would be maintained in an attractive manner. The Secretary noted perhaps a time frame could be established for the small undeveloped parcel, if the parcel was not sold, or developed within two to three years the commission could require permanent irrigation, landscaping and curb and gutter. The Secretary noted for clarification that condition number 14 would also prohibit the development of a fast food establishment. The Secretary also noted the addition of condition number 15, If development or sale of identified undeveloped area is not completed within three years the Planning Commission requires permanent irrigation to this area. 11-17-94 2 Chairperson Willson called for any more questions for the applicant or for anyone else to speak at the public hearing. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING There was a motion by Commissioner Mickelson and seconded by Commissioner Booth to close the public hearing at 8:50 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. ACTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF APPLICATION NO. 94014 (COUNTRY HARVEST BUFFET MANAGEMENT, INC.) Member Robert Mickelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 94-2 REGARDING RECOMMENDATION DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 94014 SUBMITTED BY COUNTRY HARVEST BUFFET MANAGEMENT, INC. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner Booth and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Commissioners Willson, Holmes, Booth, Mickelson, Sander, and Reem and the following voted against the same: none,where upon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. The Secretary noted that the application will be referred to the City Council at the November 28, 1994, meeting. The applicant is required to be present at the City Council meeting. If any changes or modifications are made to the plans prior to City Council consideration, they may have to be brought back before the Planning Commission for review. OTHER BUSINESS The Secretary noted the next meeting of the Planning Commission will be December 8, 1994. Commissioner Sander noted her absence for this meeting. Commissioner Reem inquired regarding the Chiropractor on 63rd, there is dirt stock piled and parking still lines the street. The Secretary indicated he would review this issue. Commissioner Reem inquired regarding the Old Country Store parking lot. The Secretary noted he would check if the upgrading would be done. Commissioner Reem inquired if the Park and Ride program had started. The Secretary noted the time has been extended due to the hold up of the acquisition of property. Commissioner Mickelson noted congratulations to Commissioner Hilstrom for the victory for the seat on the City Council. Commissioner Mickelson also indicated he would like to be reappointed and serve on the Planning Commission. All other Commission Members whose terms expire at the end of 1994, also desire to be reappointed to the Commission. 11-17-94 3 The Secretary noted the new city council will be sworn in on the first business day of 1995 and appointments to commissions will be made in an organizational meeting. The Secretary noted all those wishing to serve should notify him. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Mickelson and seconded by Commissioner Sander to adjourn the meeting of the Planning Commission. The motion passed unanimously. The Planning Commission adjourned at 9:07 p.m. Chairperson Recorded and transcribed by: Ruth McLaurin TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial I i I k r I f 11-17-94 4