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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988 09-22 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 SEPTEMBER 22, 1988 CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER The Planning Commission met in study session and was called to order by Chairman Pro tem Mike Nelson at 7:36 p.m. ROLL CALL Chairman Pro tem Mike Nelson, Commissioners Molly Malecki, Wallace Bernards, Bertil Johnson and Ellamae Sander. Also present were Director of Planning and Inspection Ronald Warren, City Engineer Bo Spurrier and Recording Secretary Mary Lou Larsen. Chairman George Lucht and Commissioner Lowell Ainas were unable to attend this evening's meeting and were excused. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - SEPTEMBER 8, 1988 There was a motion by Commissioner Johnson seconded by Commissioner Malecki to i approve the minutes of the September 8, 1988 Planning Commission with a correction I to the last paragraph on page 4 stating 50 minutes instead of 15 minutes. Voting in favor: Commissioners Malecki, Bernards, Johnson and Sander. Voting against: none. Not voting: Chairman Pro tern Nelson as he did not attend that meeting. The motion passed. APPLICATION NO. 88017 (Ronald Schnoor) Following the Chairman Pro tem's explanation, the Secretary introduced the first item of business, a request for special use permit approval to store and rent up to eight trucks at the Brooklyn Service Center located at 6901 Brooklyn Boulevard. The Secretary reviewed the staff report (see Planning Commission Information Sheet for Application No. 88017 attached). The Secretary stated a public hearing is required for this application, notices have been sent to surrounding property owners and the applicant is present to answer any questions the Commission may have. Chuck Rogers, attorney for the applicant, stated Mr. Schnoor has had a special use permit for trailer rental in the past and upon notification a special use permit is also required for the truck rental, is trying to comply with that request. Commissioner Sander asked if trucks offering the sale of fish and shrimp will continue to park there. The Secretary explained that those outdoor sales are allowed by an administrative land use permit and are temporary activities limited to a certain number of days and times per year. Commissioner Sander stated that the trucks are unsightly and make it difficult to get in and out of the station. Commissioner Bernards asked if the rental vehicles will be parked there all the time. Mr. Schnoor responded that most of the trucks are one-way rentals for out of town use and he has two trucks that will remain in town. PUBLIC HEARING Chairman Pro tern Nelson then opened the meeting for a public hearing and asked if anyone present wished to speak regarding the application. Robert Grosshans of 6920 Lee Avenue North expressed his concern of the traffic impact at the corner of the 9-22-88 -1- site when trucks are parked in that area as the traffic at 69th and Brooklyn Boulevard is very heavy. He also stated since the Post Office located in that area there is even more traffic. He suggested parking behind the building would be more appropriate. Commissioner Johnson stated his concern for visibility at the corner of 69th Avenue North and Brooklyn Boulevard. The Secretary stated a recommendation has been made for the parking of no more than two trucks in the corner of the property. He noted that Brooklyn Boulevard intersects 69th Avenue North at an angle and that this intersection is controlled with a traffic signal. He added that he did not believe there were any visibility problems with respect to traffic on the public streets especially southbound Brooklyn Boulevard traffic seeing eastbound 69th traffic because of these factors. He pointed out that the staff's concern was visibility problems entering and exiting the site and thus the recommendation to prohibit truck parking closest to the access points. He stated the opinion that the best place to park the trucks would be southwesterly of the building. Mr. Grosshans stated parking spaces near Brooklyn Boulevard will cause a visibility problem and traffic congestion. The Secretary stated that these parking spaces are acknowledged, but not encouraged and also, that parking trucks north of the building would cause problems getting in and out of the site. Don Lowry of 6914 Lee Avenue North stated the Brooklyn Service Center abuts his property. He noted that some of the screening slats for the chain link fence installed by Mr. Schnoor have fallen off and also pea rock is filtering into his property. He stated he would like to see the fence repaired and also a condition stating that trucks are not allowed to idle for long periods of time when they are being warmed up in winter. The Secretary stated that it is the responsibility of ' the owner of the property to provide screening when a commercial property abuts residential property. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING Chairman Pro tem Nelson thgn called for a motion to close the public hearing. Motion by Commissioner Malecki seconded by Commissioner Sander to close the public hearing. Voting in favor: Chairman Pro tem Nelson, Commissioners Malecki, Bernards, Johnson and Sander. Voting against: none. The motion passed. Further discussion ensued regarding visibility and parking concerns. i The Secretary stated that adding a fifth condition stating no parking is allowed at the corner of 69th and Brooklyn Boulevard would be appropriate if the Planning Commission is convinced that such parking is a safety problem. He indicated that parking could be confined to the north of the building and the southwest corner of the property. Chuck Rogers stated there is a safety factor indicated if the yellow trucks are allowed to park at the corner of the site and also it is good advertising for his client. He noted that there is controlled traffic at the corner of 69th and Brooklyn Boulevard. The Secretary stated that the Commission's concerns regarding visibility are justified, but the 50 ft. triangle requirement is not violated by parking trucks there. ACTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF APPLICATION NO. 88017 (Ronald Schnoor) Motion by Commissioner Malecki seconded by Commissioner Johnson to recommend approval of Application No. 88017 subject to the following conditions: 9-22-88 -2- 1. Special use permit approval of Application No. 88017 supersedes approval of Application No. 68060. Both trucks and trailers may be stored and rented at the site. However, the total of both trucks and trailers shall not exceed eight (8) in number. 2. Parking of vehicles longer than 20' in length is prohibited in the spaces closest to the access drives serving the site and immediately north of the building. 3. The special use permit is subject to all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations and any violation thereof shall be grounds for revocation. 4. Special use permit approval is for truck or trailer storage and rental. No other special use permits are approved by this action. 5. The property owner shall repair and maintain the screen fence along the residentially zoned property in an appropriate manner and provide the necessary maintenance to contain pea rock on the applicant's property. Voting in favor: Chairman Pro tem Nelson, Commissioners Malecki, Bernards, Johnson and Sander. Voting against: none. The motion passed. APPLICATION NOS. 88015 AND 88016 (John Schulties and Shingle Creek Land Company) The Secretary introduced the next item of business, a request for preliminary plat approval to subdivide into two lots the vacant parcel of land at the southwest corner of Shingle Creek Parkway and Xerxes Avenue North. He stated there is a companion application (Application No. 88015), but would prefer to review the preliminary plat application first. The Secretary reviewed the staff reports (see Planning Commission Information Sheets for`Application Nos. 88015 and 88016 attached). He noted there is a public hearing on the preliminary plat application, notices have been sent and the applicant is present to answer questions. Commissioner Bernards asked.if the medical and dental uses are restricted because they increase parking ratio. The Secretary answered in the affirmative and that medical and dental uses require 1 space for every 150 sq. ft. of gross floor area in comparison to one space for 200 sq. ft. for regular office uses. Commissioner Bernards asked if there could be a condition added regarding lighting on the site. The Secretary responded that that would be an appropriate condition. Commissioner Bernards asked if this site was included in the Short-Elliott- Hendrickson traffic study. The Secretary stated that this area was not included in the study as it is on the fringe of the study. Commissioner Sander asked if the larger parcel would be subdivided again in the future. The Secretary stated that it is possible although the staff has seen a sketch for a proposed building utilizing the entire L-shaped parcel. Chairman Pro tem Nelson asked the applicant if he had anything to add. Al Beisner, developer for the site, stated he had nothing further to add. PUBLIC HEARING (Application No. 88016) Chairman Pro tem Nelson then opened the meeting for a public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak regarding the application. Hearing no one, he called for a motion to close the public hearing. 9-22-88 -3- CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING Motion by Commissioner Malecki seconded by Commissioner Johnson to close the public hearing. Voting in favor: Chairman Pro tem Nelson, Commissioners Malecki, Bernards, Johnson and Sander. Voting against: none. The motion passed. A brief discussion ensued relative to the site lighting proposed for the project. John Schulties, the builder for the project, stated that he would propose different lighting and that he agreed the proposed plan seems excessive. He explained he could place two or three lights on the building and one 20' pole at the north end of the site. The Secretary stated the concern is that the lights should not shine in such a manner to adversely affect the townhouse residents. Mr. Schulties stated lights could be placed on islands facing the north and west sides of the building to light the entrance and also, a night light could be installed in the entrance, neither would cause a glare for the townhouse residents. He added he would have the plan modified to indicate the proper lighting. Chairman Pro tem Nelson stated an added condition regarding lighting could be added. The Secretary agreed that the added condition could reflect that the lighting plan should be modified before issuance of permits. ACTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF APPLICATION NO. 88016 (Shingle Creek Land Company) Motion by Commissioner Malecki seconded by Commissioner Sander to recommend approval of Application No. 88016, 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 provisions of Chapter 15 of the City Ordinances. 3. The preliminary plat shall be revised, prior to consideration by the City Council, to indicate a utility and drainage easement at the southeast corner of Lot 1 near Xerxes Avenue North for water and sewer service to Lot 2. 4. The owner of the property shall enter into a subdivision agreement prior to final plat approval to cover at least the following items: a) water hookup charges b) existing and pending special assessments c) necessary storm water detention facilities 5. The drainage plan for the plat shall be approved by the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission prior to final plat approval. Voting in favor: Chairman Pro tem Nelson, Commissioners Malecki, Bernards, Johnson and Sander. Voting against: none. The motion passed. ACTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF APPLICATION NO. 88015 (John Schulties) Motion by Commissioner Bernards seconded by Commissioner Malecki to approve Application No. 88015 subject to the following conditions: 9-22-88 -4- 1. Building plans are subject to review and approval by the Building Official with respect to applicable codes prior to the issuance of permits. 2. Grading, drainage, utility and berming plans are subject to review and approval by the City Engineer, prior to the issuance of permits. 3. A site performance agreement and supporting financial guarantee (in an amount to be determined by the City Manager) shall be submitted prior to the issuance of permits. 4. Any outside trash disposal facilities and rooftop mechanical equipment shall be appropriately screened from view. 5. The building is to be equipped with an automatic fire extinguishing system to meet NFPA standards and shall be connected to a central monitoring device in accordance with Chapter 5 of the City Ordinances. 6. An underground irrigation system shall be installed in all landscaped areas to facilitate site maintenance. 7. Plan approval is exclusive of all signery which is subject to Chapter 34 of the City Ordinances. 8. B612 curb and gutter shall be provided around all parking and driving areas. 9. The applicant shall submit an as-built survey of the property, improvements and utility service lines, prior to release of the performance guarantee. 10. The property owner shall enter in an Easement and Agreement for Maintenance and Inspection of Utility and Storm Drainage Systems., 11. The storm drainage system shall be approved by the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission prior to the issuance of permits. 12. Ponding areas required as a part of the storm drainage plan shall be protected by an approved easement. The easement document shall be executed and filed with Hennepin County prior to the issuance of permits. 13. Plan approval acknowledges general office occupancy of the building. No medical or dental clinics are to be allowed within the building since parking spaces provided do not comprehend this occupancy. 14. The grading and utility plan shall be revised prior to consideration by the City Council to indicate two hydrants to serve the site, one at the northeast corner of the site and one just to the east of the entrance drive. 15. The lighting plan shall be modified before issuance of permits for the project so that it is consistent with Section 35-712 regarding light intensity and glare. 9-22-RR _�_ ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Bernards seconded by Commissioner Malecki to adjourn the meeting of the Planning Commission. The motion passed unanimously. The Planning Commission adjourned at 8:42 p.m. P i n Pro tem i 9-22-88 -6-