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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993 02-25 PCM MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA REGULAR SESSION FEBRUARY 25, 1993 CALL TO ORDER The Planning Commission met in regular session and was called to order by Chair Pro tem Sander at 7:35 p.m. ROLL CALL Chair Pro tem Ella Sander, Commissioners Bertil Johnson, Mark Holmes and Robert Michelson. Also present were the Secretary to the Planning Commission Planning and Zoning Specialist Ronald Warren and Planning Commission Recording Secretary Nancy Berg. ADMINISTER OATH OF OFFICE: COMMISSIONERS• HILSTROM REEM AND WILLSON The Secretary introduced the three new members of the Planning Commission, explaining they had been appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Council at the February 22, 1993 City Council meeting. The Secretary administered the Oath of Office for the Planning Commission to Debra Hilstrom, Diane Reem, and Tim Willson and welcomed the new members to the Commission. Commissioner Johnson made the following statement and requested that it became part of the record: I would like to thank Wally Bernards for his many years of service on the Planning Commission and as Chairman of the Planning Commission. 1 can't understand why such a seasoned commissioner, who stated he was willing to serve, wasn't reappointed for the S.E. Neighborhood. It is my understanding that Mayor Paulson stated he wanted to appoint commissioners from each neighborhood that lived in that neighborhood. He hasn't done this in the S.E. area, that was previously represented by Mr. Bernards, who lived there. It would be helpful if the Mayor would explain this action to the Planning Commission. 2-25-93 1 ELECTION OF 1993 CHAIR Commissioner Johnson nominated Ella Sander as 1993 Planning Commission Chair. There were no other nominations, following the call three times for other nominees. There was a motion by Commissioner Johnson and seconded by Commissioner Mickelson to close nominations, and the motion passed unanimously. Commission Sander was elected Chair. APPOINTMENT OF 1993 CHAIR PRO TEM Commissioner Mickelson nominated Mark Holmes as 1993 Chair Pro tem. There were no other nominations, following the call three times for other nominators. There was a motion by Commissioner Willson and seconded by Commissioner Hilstrom to close nominations, and the motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Holmes was elected Chair Pro tem. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JANUARY 14, 1993 Motion by Commission Holmes and seconded by Commissioner Mickelson to approve the minutes of the January 14, 1993 Planning Commission meeting as submitted. Voting in favor: Chairperson Sander, Commissioners Holmes, Johnson and Mickelson. Abstain: Commissioners Hilstrom, Reem, and Willson. CHAIRPERSON'S EXPLANATION 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. Chairperson Sander excused herself from the meeting to avoid a possible conflict of interest with Application 93001. Chair Pro tem Holmes assumed the role of the Chair and the meeting proceeded. APPLICATION NO. 93001 (MARDELLA HOU The Secretary introduced the first item of business, a request for preliminary plat approval to subdivide an approximate 33,210 sq. ft. parcel of land located on the west side of Twin Lake Avenue in the 4700 block into two residential parcels. The Secretary reviewed the contents of the staff report(see Planning Commission Information Sheet for Application No. 93001, attached). The Secretary used transparencies to show the Commission the proposed subdivision. He explained Mr. Mike Haase of Counselor Realty, on behalf of Mardella Holt, owner of the property, was requesting preliminary plat approval. The purpose of the subdivision was to create two lots, each in excess of 13,000 square feet for the purpose of constructing single- family homes on each of the lots. 2-25-93 2 The Secretary explained the two lots substantially exceed the minimum requirements for one-family interior lots in an R2 zone. He also explained the proposed subdivision was within the flood plain for Twin Lake and would be required to be reviewed by the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission prior to approval of the final plat by the City Council. Commissioner Johnson stated the property was right next to a park, and he inquired if there were regulations requiring fencing between the park and the properties. The Secretary answered no. Commissioner Mickelson asked if the property-owners could be required to build a fence at their expense. The Secretary responded the Commission could make that recommendation if they wished to indicate the City should not be required to bear the expense of such financing. Commissioner Reem inquired if staff had been contacted by any of the surrounding neighbors. The Secretary answered no, and explained the City was not required to send out notices to neighboring properties. Commissioner Reem asked who would pay to move the power lines if necessary. The Secretary answered he believed it would be the responsibility of NSP to move the lines. Commissioner Mickelson suggested adding an advisory condition that the applicant provide fencing. The Secretary informed the Commission it was not a condition of the plat, but would be appropriate as an advisory condition or recommendation to the City Council. Commissioner Reem inquired if anyone had applied to build a two-family dwelling on this property. The Secretary answered no. Commissioner Willson asked if at the time the building permit was issued, would the residents be notified. The Secretary answered no, there was no formal approval required to build a single family or two family home other than the building permit. Mr. Haase, on behalf of Mardella Holt, addressed the Commission and stated the Secretary had accurately described the applicant's intentions. Commissioner Holmes asked Mr. Haase if there was a buyer for the property. Mr. Haase answered there were two contractors interested in developing the property. PUBLIC HEARING (APPLICATION NO. 93001) Chair Pro tem Holmes opened the meeting for the purpose of a public hearing on request for preliminary plat approval to subdivide an approximate 33,210 square foot parcel of land located on the west side of Twin Lake Avenue in the 4700 block into two residential parcels at 8:15 p.m. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the Commission, no one appeared to speak, and he entertained a motion to close the public hearing. 2-25-93 3 CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING There was a motion by Commissioner Johnson and seconded by Commissioner Mickelson to close the public hearing at 8:16 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. ACTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF APPLICATION NO 93001 (MARDELLA HOLT). Motion by Commissioner Mickelson and seconded by Commissioner Johnson to recommend approval of Application No. 93001 submitted by Mardella Holt, subject to the following conditions: 1. The final plat is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 2. The final plat is subject to the provision of Chapter 15 of the City Ordinances, including the need for a Subdivision Agreement regarding additional costs for utility service lines and hook ups. 3. The applicant shall apply for and receive the necessary approvals from the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission prior to final plat approval by the City Council. 4. The property owner, not the City, will be responsible for building and paying for any fencing between the property and the park. Voting in favor: Chair Pro tem Holmes, Commissioners Hilstrom, Johnson, Mickelson, Reem and Willson. Abstain: Chairperson Sander. The motion passed. The Secretary informed Mr. Haase the applicant should be present at the March 8, 1993 City Council meeting. OTHER BUSINESS The Secretary presented an update on the Brooklyn Boulevard study. He informed the Commission the final draft was being prepared by the consultant; and will be on the City Council agenda on March 8. The Secretary would provide Commissioners with copies of the report as soon as it was available. The Secretary reminded the Commissioners they would have to review any recommendations from the Brooklyn Boulevard study relating to zoning or ordinance amendments. The Secretary reviewed the suggested changes by the consultants for the Commission. Commissioner Johnson asked who would make the final decision regarding improvements within the public right of way of Brooklyn Boulevard. The Secretary answered Hennepin County, but it would be handled as a joint effort. 2-25-93 4 Commissioner Holmes asked about development on 63rd and Brooklyn Boulevard. The Secretary answered possibly a gas station on the S.W. corner. Commissioner Holmes inquired about the Phillips 66 proposal. The Secretary answered the preliminary plat had been approved, the variances denied, and the plan was tabled. The Secretary updated the Commission on the various vacant buildings. He believed the Circuit City project was still pending, and nothing was happening at the T. Wrights or Best locations. The Secretary informed the Commissioners the next Planning Commission meeting was scheduled for March 11. Commissioner Reem asked if staff had contacted the owners of Brookdale about concern over stores vacating the Center. The Secretary answered he did not know, but indicated that it was his understanding that contact with Brookdale after the Brooklyn Boulevard study had been completed was being considered. Commissioner Holmes informed the Commission there would be a second meeting on crime and safety on Saturday, February 27 at Constitution Hall. He further stated a representative from Brookdale Center had attended the last session. The Secretary asked the new Commissioners to phone him if they had any questions or concerns. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Mickelson seconded by Commissioner Hilstrom to adjourn the meeting of the Planning Commission. The motion passed unanimously. The Planning Commission adjourned at 8:45 p.m. C4ha'irperson Recorded and transcribed by: Nancy Berg Timesaver Off Site Secretarial 2-25-93 5 1