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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995 02-16 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 FEBRUARY 16, 1995 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, Graydon Boeck and Ella Sander. Also present were the Secretary to the Planning Commission Planning and Zoning Specialist Ronald Warren, and Planning Commission Recording Secretary Ruth McLaurin. Chairperson Willson noted that Commissioner Diane Reem had previously noted that she would be unable to attend this evening's meeting and was, therefore, excused. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JANUARY 12 1995 There was a motion by Commissioner Holmes and seconded by Commissioner Wilson to approve the minutes of the January 12, 1995, Planning Commission meeting as submitted. Vote: 2 aye - 0 nay - 3 abstain, Commissioners Boeck, Sander and Booth abstain. The motion passed. OATH OF OFFICE The Secretary administered the Oath of Office to newly appointed Commissioner Graydon Boeck. 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. 95002 Chairperson Willson introduced the first item of business, a request from Ms. Joy Anderson for a special use permit to operate a wholesale greenhouse business as a home occupation. 2-16-95 1 The Secretary presented the staff report, used overhead transparencies to show the location and detail (see Planning Commission Information Sheet for Application No. 95002, attached). The Secretary noted one phone call was received from a neighbor regarding the compost structure in the front yard, although this is not an issue regarding the application, the applicant has agreed to move the compost to the rear yard. The Secretary indicated the Commission might consider adding a condition stating the two small sheds be removed, so as to comply with the ordinance relating to accessory buildings. PUBLIC HEARING (APPLICATION NO. 95002) Chairperson Willson asked for a motion to open the public hearing on the request for a special use permit to operate a wholesale business as a home occupation at 7:52 p.m. There was a motion by Commissioner Booth and seconded by Commissioner Sander to open the public hearing. The motion passed unanimously. Chairperson Willson asked if there was anyone present who wished to address the Commission. The applicant, Ms. Joy Anderson stepped forward to answer any questions. Commissioner Sander inquired as to what was currently in the storage sheds. Ms. Anderson noted boxes and miscellaneous items. Commissioner Sander inquired where the items would be stored after the sheds were removed. Ms. Anderson indicated the items would be stored in the garage or in the house. Commissioner Boeck inquired if the applicant had spoken with her neighbors. Ms. Anderson indicated she had spoken with the three neighbors surrounding her, only one neighbor had a concern, and this was the compost site, not the greenhouse. Commissioner Boeck inquired if the neighbor to the south had been contacted. Ms. Anderson indicated that they had not been contacted, since they have a large privacy fence they would not be affected. Commissioner Boeck inquired if there were any concerns regarding the neighbor to the south, the size of their rear yard and the location of the proposed greenhouse. The Secretary noted the greenhouse would be 15 feet from the rear line, and the neighbor's rear yard is required to be 30% of the lot. Ms. Anderson assured the Commission the neighbor's rear yard was quite large. Commissioner Booth inquired if the applicant would be using any temporary lighting at night. Ms. Anderson indicated no, that solar lighting would be used. 2-16-95 2 Commissioner Booth inquired if the greenhouse would be dismantled in the fall. Ms. Anderson indicated the plastic covering would be removed, but the frame would remain. Commissioner Holmes inquired where the applicant would store supplies. Ms. Anderson indicated she would store items in the garage. Ms. Julie Berry, a resident, inquired if there would be any safety concerns in regards to wind. Ms. Anderson indicated the building is similar to those use throughout the metro area and the building is quite secure. 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 Holmes and seconded by Commissioner Booth to close the public hearing at 8:02 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. ACTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF APPLICATION NO.95002 Chairman Willson indicated he wish to add a condition relating to the removal of the sheds. There was a motion by Commissioner Sander and seconded by Commissioner Boeck to recommend approval of Application No. 95002 submitted by Ms. Joy Anderson subject to the following conditions: 1. The special use permit is granted only for a wholesale greenhouse operation. The use may not be altered or expanded in any way beyond that which is comprehended under this application without first securing an amendment to this special use permit. 2. No retail sales of greenhouse products may be conducted from the property. 3. The special use permit is subject to all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations. Any violation, thereof, may be grounds for revocation. 4. Vehicle parking on the property shall be in compliance with Section 19-103, Subdivision 12 of the city ordinances. 5. The two small sheds are to be removed prior to the greenhouse construction, so as to comply with the accessory building ordinance. Voting in favor: Chairperson Willson, Commissioners Boeck, Booth, Holmes, and Sander. The motion passed unanimously. The Secretary noted that the application will be referred to the City Council for their February 27, 1994, meeting. The applicant is required to be present at the City Council 2-16-95 3 meeting. If any changes or modifications are made to the plans prior to City Council consideration, they must be brought back before the Planning Commission for review. OTHER BUSINESS The Secretary noted application 94016 at the request of the applicant is still tabled until the church has further time to review the application. The Secretary indicated the issues should be resolved soon, hopefully for the next Commission meeting. The Secretary noted the packets for the Neighbor Advisory Committees are complete, he indicated, anyone who still wishes to be a member or participate on the Neighborhood Advisory Committees to please contact him. The Secretary noted the Planning Commission Roster is complete, as of April 1st, Commissioner Sander will be resigning. The Secretary encourage anyone who wishes to apply for the Planning Commission can forward their application to Sharon Knutson or the Mayor. The Secretary noted in the next few months there could be possible ordinance amendments relating to adult uses. The Council may proceed with a moratorium and the Planning Commission will review them. Discussion was held regarding upcoming developments and issues. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Boeck and seconded by Commissioner Booth to adjourn the meeting of the Planning Commission. The motion passed unanimously. The Planning Commission adjourned at 8:25 p.m. Chairperson Willson Recorded and transcribed by: Ruth McLaurin Timesaver Off Site Secretarial 2-16-95 4