HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977 11-10 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 10, 1977
Call to Order: The Planning Commission met in regular session and was
called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Chairman Cecilia Scott.
Roll Call : Chairman Scott, Commissioners Engdahl , Pierce and Book.
Also present were City Manager Splinter, Director of
Public Works James Merila, Director of Planning and
Inspection Blair Tremere and Planning Aide Laurie
Thompson.
Chairman Scott stated that approval of minutes would be
deferred until later in the meeting.
Application No. 77059 Following the Chairman's explanation -he first item of
(Dayton's, Inc.) business was consideration of Application No. 77059
submitted by Dayton's, Inc.
Commissioner- Jacobson Commissioner Jacobson arrived at 7:35 p.m.
Arrives
The item was introduced by the Secretary who stated the
applicant seeks approval of an accessory screening
structure to be located adjacent to an existing masonry
accessory building at the Dayton Gasoline Service
Station in the east Brookdale perimeter area. He
stated the Zoning Ordinance requi-res. plan .approval .for
all structural improvements including accessory build-
ings for service stations. He also explained the
proposed use of the structure would be to contain a
storage shed for water softener salt pellets which
would be sold at the service station.
Commissioner Horan Arrives Commissioner Horan arrived at 7:40 p.m.
A brief review of the plans ensued and the Secretary
stated the structure would be similar to one erected
last year at the Brookdale Super Valu Store.
Following a brief discussion it was the consensus of
the Commission that the proposed storage shed within
the screening should be located on a concrete slab.
Chairman Scott recognized representatives of the appli-
cant who concurred.
Recommend Approval of Motion by Commissioner Engdahl seconded by Commissioner
Application No. 77059 Jacobson to recommend approval of Application No. 77059
(Dayton's, Inc.) submitted by Dayton's, Iac., subject to the condition
that the proposed screening enclosure include a con-
crete slab. The motion passed unanimously.
Application No. ' 77060 The next item of business was consideration of Appli-
(Dayton Hudson Properties, nation No. 77060 submitted by Dayton Hudson Properties,
Inc.) Inc. The item was introduced by the Secretary who
explained the applicant is proposing a Registered Land
Survey constituting a replat of most of the Brookdale
Shopping Center.
The Secretary explained that the Sears Department
Store, Automotive Buildi-ng, and parking lot are con-
tained with►n. an existing tract, as Js the case with
the Donaldson's Department Store and Automotive Building
and surrounding parking lot.
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An extensive discussion.ensued relative to a question
by Commissioner Horan as to whether existing parking ,
encumbrances and easements would be continued with
the new subdivision and .whether they would be in full
force should any one of the newly established tracts
be sold in the future. Commissioner Pierce inquired
whether the proposed tracts which consisted of only
buildings and no related parking would establish any
precedents with respect to any other C-2 developments
in the City. The Secretary responded in the negative
stating that ali of the common areas and parking were
subject to joint agreements and easements. He stated
that any development proposals by any one of the
individual owners would be subject to site and building `
. plan review and would involve consideration by the
shopping center as a whole. He stated before any
addition.could be approved, a determination would have
to be made that there was sufficient parking on the
whole to support that addition._
The Director of Public Works recommended that as a
condition of final plat approval all utility maintenance
and easement.agreements between the City and the coliect-
ive and individual ownerships of Brookdale Shopping Center
be updated to reflect the new legal descriptions based
on the R. L. S.
Commissioner Horan suggested that the City should review
the various parking agreements in light of the proposed
registered land survey in the same context as the review
of the utility and maintenance agreements review suggested
by the Director of Public Works.
Following further discussion there was a motion by Com- Recommend Approval of
missioner Horan seconded by Commissioner Pierce to recom- Application No. 77060
mend approval of Application No. 77050 submitted by (Dayton-Hudson Properties,
Dayton Hudson Corporation subject to the following Inc.)
conditions:
1 . The final registered land survey is
subject to review and approval by the
City Engineer.
2. The final registered land survey is
subject to the requirements of Chapter
15 of the City Ordinances.
3. All utility maintenance and easement
agreements between the City and the
collective and individual ownerships
of Brookdale Shopping Center shall be
reviewed by the City Engineer and
updated accordingly to reflect the
new legal descriptions; and further,
existing agreements and encumbrances
relative to parking and access shall
also be reviewed by the City.
The motion passed unanimously.
The next item of business was consideration of Application Application No. 77064
No 77064 submitted by Mr. and Mrs. Gene Hamilton, 6230 (Mr. and Mrs. Gene
Lee Avenue North, The item was introduced by the Hamilton)
Secretary who stated the applicant has filed an appeal
per Section 35-251 of the Zoning Ordinance based upon a
determination by the Building Official that an accessory structure
erected by the applicant without a building permit cannot
be permitted since it encroaches 20 feet into the front
yard setback. He stated the open-sided structure which
is attached to the front of the applicant's house in
front of a tuck-under garage is a carport by its common
use definition, Building Code definition and by the
applicant's description. He stated that carports are
permitted accessory buildings within the established
setbacks of the Zoning, Ordinance and the construction
requirements of the Building Code.
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He stated the applicant contends that the structure
can also be defined as. a "canopy" and, therefore, is
specifically excepted by the Zoning Ordinance as an
encroachment into the front yard.
:- The Secretary explained that the Zoning Ordinance at
Section 35-400'states that off-street open parking
spaces, terraces, awnings, and canopies, among other
things, are not considered as encroachments on any
yard setback requirements.
He stated the Building Official's position is that the
carport is an accessory structure and cannot be con-
strued as a canopy within the intent of the -Zoning
Ordinance.
The Secretary showed slides of the property and a brief
discussion ensued.
Chairman Scott then recognized Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton,
and Mr. Hamilton described the structure and explained
that it was bolted to his house and projected approxi-
mately 20 feet into the front yard. He stated the
structure was a shelter for his car and fell within
the Zoning Ordinance classification of canopy and
therefore, was not an encroachment into the front yard
setback. He cited dictionary definitions of "canopy"
and "awnings."
Mr. Hamilton also commented that cars today are much
more a necessity than they were in._the past, and .that
two cars operated daily are very common whereas at
the time his house was built this was not so true. He
stated that due to the placement of the house on the
lot, sideyard setbacks, numerous trees, and lack of
alleys, it would be virtually impossible to construct
a detached garage in the rear and have access to it by
a car. He also stated that the structure was erected
for purposes of safety, and that it provides protection
.for the vehicle from the elements and related dangerous
conditions.
He also noted that a petition had been signed by
neighboring property owners indicated acknowledgement
and approval of the location of the carport. Mr.
Hamilton also stated he felt the structure did not
detract from the aesthetics of the neighborhood and
provided some relief to the uniformity of the lots and
homes along the street.
He also referred to the site plan and photographs which
had been submitted with his petition for the appeal .
An extensive discussion ensued and Chairman Scott in-
quired why the applicant had not applied for a building
permit before proceeding with the construction. Mr.
Hamilton responded that at the time he acquired the
materials for the relatively simple "bolt on structure,
he did not feel that it constituted a building or
building addition which would require a permit.
Commissioner Engdahl inquired what the applicant's re-
action would be if a neighbor erected a similar
structure in a similar location, but perhaps included
siding. The applicant said that he personally would
probably have no ojection, 'but he realized there would
be those in the City that might. Mr. Hamilton suggested
that perhaps if the Zoning Ordinance provided some
definition and guidelines as to the type of canopy or
carport structure that situation would not arise.
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The Secretary stated that research had been conducted
into the Zoning Ordinances of other suburban communities'
as well as dictionary research into the definition of
"carport:' He stated that some ordinances specifically
defined "carports" and "canopies" and some ordinances
distinguish between the two. He stated that it was
common to find a definition based on type of use, whereby
"carports" were defined as open-sided structures which
provided protection to automobiles.
The Secretary acknowledged that the Brooklyn Center
Ordinance does not provide.specific definition of
carports or canopies, but the structure 'dcfined by its
use as an accessory structure was comprehended by the
Zoning Ordinance and was subject to the setback require-
ments for accessory structures.
The Secretary stated that an essential question presented
by the the appeal was whether this structure could be
construed as a"canopy" within the intent of the Zoning
Ordinance, thereby not considered an encroachment into
minimum yard setbacks.
He stated a more substantive issue was whether carports
should be permitted to extend into yard setbacks in the
same manner as awnings or canopies.
He stated that, should the Commission find that such
carport accessory structures could be allowed, then
specific definition should be provided in the Zoning
Ordinance not only as to the type of structure, but
also as to the limits on`'the location of such a structure.
The Secretary; responded to several questions stating that
carports were now permitted in the City within established
minimum yard setback requirements, normally on the sideyards
and in the rear yards. He explained that it was important
for the Commission to recognize that permitting such
structures to extend into the frortyard would be a change
in community land use standards..
Further discussion ensued and Commissioner fngdahl stated
the applicant's proposal had merit, but the Commission
should be cautious in amending the Zoning Ordinance with
respect to the location of accessory structures and
recognizing carports are distinguished from traditional
enclosed garages. He also stated that since it could be
expected carports would be desired by other homeowners
with similar circumstances, uniform standards were
essential .
Chairman Scott stated that the structure differed from `
traditional garages and accessory buildings since it
had no sides, that life styles had changed, and that
the Zoning Ordinance should be flexible in recognizing
those changes She agreed that any change to the
Ordinance should be very specific as to definitions and
as to uniform standards, since without them, increased
variance requests could be expected.
Commissioner Pierce stated that he saw the merit of
the carport structure as solution to an off-street
parking problem where there was no practical way of
adding covered parking space such as with a traditional
enclosed garage. He stated that a definition of a
"carport" would be quite explicit that it is a covered
parking space.
Commissioner Book stated that he felt the proposal had
merit, but that he was concerned that the definition
or standards for such a structure should be explicit
as to minimum distance from the lot line.
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Chairman Scott stated that while the application in
itself is not a variance request, it should be recog-
nized that the applicant's situation is not unique,
and that there are many homes with similar circum-
stances throughout the City.
Commissioner Pierce agreed, stating that he could see
little grounds for granting a variance, but that he
did see merit in exploring possible ordinance amend
-ments providing a definition and standards for this
type of structure.
The Secretary explained that the applicant had been
informed that the matter of securing a building permit
would be held in abeyance pending the resolution of
the appeal , and he suggested that draft language could
be prepared and brought back to the Commission at its
study meeting for further review.
Chairman Scott recognized Mr. Hamilton who offered
additional remarks relative to the Zoning Ordinance
definitions of accessory buildings and accessory uses.
Table Application No. 77064 Following further discussion there was a motion by
(Mr. and Mrs. Gene Hamilton) Commissioner Pierce seconded by Commissioner Horan to
table Application No. 77064 until the study meeting
and to direct the staff to prepare draft ordinance
amendments comprehending definitions of such accessory
structures and language which would provide for
specific setback limitations. The motion passed
unanimously.
Application No. 76029 The next item of business was review of building. plans
(Olympic Investments, Inc.) approved for Olympic .Investments, Inc. under Planning
Commission Application No. 76029. The item was intro-
duced by the Secretary who stated last year the City
Council had approved site and building plans for an
18-unit apartment building at the northwest corner of
67th and Emerson Avenues North. He stated that since
that approval , the applicant had secured State funding
of the project and during the interim, had amended
the building plans with respect to the original roof
treatment, certain exterior finish features and the
provision for privacy panels on the individual patios
- and balconies.
The Secretary reviewed the plans and Chairman Scott
recognized Mr. Jerry Harrington who represented the
applicant.
Chairman Scott stated that the removal of the original
mansard roof treatment and a stone finish in certain
areas around the entrance ways seem to diminish the
aesthetic value of the project. She asked Mr.
Harrington why the amendments had been made and Mr.
Harrington responded that he had problems with a
similar mansard type treatment on other buildings which
he owns in that it resulted in roof leak problems which
were difficult to repair.
During further discussion it was stated that the amend-
ments did substantially alter the aesthetic impact
of the building and that while the proposed exterior
finish was comparable to older buildings in the City,
the original treatment of this building had been much
more aesthetic and complimentary to the area.
Commissioner Pierce suggested that a wood treatment
could'be provided around the entrance ways to provide
a comparable contract in materials similar to that on
the original plans where rock treatment had been used.
Mr. Harrington stated that he would provide such a wood
treatment and agreed that it would add to the aesthetics
of the building.
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The Secretary stated that another matter related to
this project had come to the City's attention, namely,
that the proposed main entrance onto Emerson Avenue
North was directly across from one of the homes built
by Mr. Harrington on the east side of Emerson Avenue
North. He stated .that the resident of 6724 Emerson
Avenue had-expressed concern that headlights would be
directed at the lower level windows of the sulit.level
home: Mr. Harrington stated he had discussed the
matter with the homeowner earlier that day and had
agreed to install trees and shrubbery in the vicinity
of the windows to provide screening from the driveway
across the street.
Following discussion there was motion by Commissioner Recommend Approval of
Engdahl seconded by Cormiissioner Jacobson to recommend Application No. 76029
approval of the building exterior modifications under (Olympic Investments, I _,"
Application No. 76029 submitted by Olympic Investments,
Inc. subject to the condition that a wood exterior
treatment be -provided around the entrance ways to
provide an aesthetic relief comparable to the original
stone treatment. The motion passed unanimously.
The meeting recessed at 9:10 p.m-. and resumed at 9:25 Recess
p.m.
The next item of business was review of Applications No. Applications No. 77037
77037 and No. 77038 submitted by Howe, Inc. The Secretary and No. 77038
explained that both applications were initially considered (Howe, Inc.)
at the August 25, 1977 meeting and following the public
hearing were tabled to permit the development of addi-
tional information and to refer the rezoning request to the
Southwest Neighborhood Advisory Group for review and comment.
The Secretary reviewed the August 25, 1977 minutes and
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applicant seeks rezone from t
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the two lots immediately west of the Howe Fertilizer plant
site. He explained that both properties are currently
owned by Howe, Inc. and each contains a signle family
dwelling.
He stated the proposed rezoning is essential to the site
and building plans 'submitted by the applicant so that
ordinance required buffer zones and building setbacks
can be -met.
He stated the rezoning request should be evaluated accord-
ing to the ``recently approved Rezoning Evaluation Criteria
to determine whether the request was consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan which recommends a recognition of the
existing fertilizer 'plant, but recommends that the City
°prohibit any further'expansion of their operation ! He
stated that the Plan also recommends that if at all
feasible, the eventual relocation of the use to a more
compatible site should be undertaken thereby permitting
a rounding out of the existing residential area.
The Secretary stated that a key determination was whether
the applicant's proposal represented an "expansion of
the operation" or whether it represented an "upgrading"
of the existing operation as contended by the applicant.
The Secretary stated that the Southwest Neighborhood
Group had submitted a written recommendation to the file.
He also stated that the applicant had submitted a written
response to a variety of concerns voiced by the Planning
Commission at the August 25 meeting. He stated that
research had been conducted regarding compliance of the
Howe operatio-n`` with pollution control regulations and
that the Minnecta Pollution Control Agency had confirmed
that Howe, Inc. was presently exceeding the capacity of
the approved pollution control equipment, but was in the
process of arranging for new equipment which presumably
would bring the present operation into compliance with
the regulations. The Secretary stated that the applicant
had submitted a letter to the file indicating the proposed
equipment could be installed by July, 1978.
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The Secretary stated however, that the Pollution
Control Agency had not responded to a letter asking-
for a verification of applicable pollution control
regulations, and whether the proposed equipment would
satisfy those regulations.
The Secretary presented slides of the site and briefly
reviewed the proposed site and building plans.
Chairman Scott recognized Mr. James Russell , an
attorney representing Howe, Inc. who reviewed the
_ applicant's proposal stating that the rezoning plan
represents a 'squaring off" of the Howe, Inc. site and
that the proposed site improvements would be of benefit
not only to the applicant, but to the immediate area.
He stated that the proposed construction and site
improvements were due to changes in the nature of the
operation in terms of the type of materials handled
and were also due to the impact of. the Trunk Highway
152 bridge over the Soo Line Railroad tracks which was
imposed by the State Highway Department. He stated
that bridge construction created a radically different
access to the site, thereby creating certain problems
and conflicts with respect to traffic and access to
the plant.
-Mr. Russell stated that the proposed zoning would
allow the creation of the ordinance required green-
strips and buffer zones which represented a substantial
improvement where the heaviest industrial zoning abuts
a single family residential neighborhood. He stated
the basic purpose of the proposed buildings was for
storage and that taken as a whole, the proposed up-
grading would represent a substantial benefit to Howe,
Inc. and to the community. He then concluded his
presentation by showing a conceptual rendering of the
building proposed on the north end of the site
parallel to 49th Avenue North.
Chairman Scott announced that the official public
hearing had been held at the August 25 meeting, and
she inquired whether anyone was present who desired to
speak who had not had an opportunity to speak before.
There being no response, she asked if anyone had any
thing further to add that had not been entered into
the record.
She recognzied Mr. Leo Hansen, 4903 Brooklyn Boulevard,
who stated that with respect to traffic, substantial
generation was due to the weigh-scale operations at
the plant, some of which were related to the fertilizer
operation. He stated that in his opinion, there were
p otential access points to the plant other than from
49th Avenue North, one of which might be across Soo
Line Railroad property to the south. He stated his
second concern was with the continuing air pollution
of the entire neighborhood. He stated the pollution
had increased and had a detrimental effect on the
quality of life throughout the neighborhood. He sug-
gested that the resolution of the pollution problem
should be a primary objective before any consideration
is given to construction or site improvements.
Chairman Scott also recognized Mr. Virgil Linn, 3112
49th Avenue North, who offered some slides and photo-
graphs of the Howe operation at different phases of
their development. He stated that the pictures and
slides presented did not fully represent the degree of
the pollution problem which was not only visible, but
was also detectable through smell and physical effects
of the particulate fall-out. , Mr. Linn suggested that
if the applicant was concerned in terms of upgrading
the operation, the pollution should be resolved before
any proposals to physically alter the plant site.
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Mr. Linn stated that many.of the proposed upgrading
activities such as paving, screening, landscaping and
correction of the pollution problem could have been and
could be accomplished by the appliant without the pro-
posed rezoning and construction. He stated that in his
opinion the applicant's performance in terms of assuring
compatibility with the residential neighborhood over
the years had been poor.
Chairman ;Scott also recognized the resident of 4900
Abbott Avenue North who stated he was concerned with the
Secretary's comments that the Commission should make a
finding whether the Howe application represented an up-
grading of the existing facility or an expansion of the
operation as cited in the Comprehensive Plan. He stated
that the City should be concerned with the effect the
Howe operation was having upon the neighborhood and make
a clear determination whether the proposal would resolve
that problem or whether it would intensify it. He also
commented that the performance of the applicant in the
past relative to upgrading the site and assuring com-
patibility with the residential neighborhood had been
less than satisfactory. He recommended that the South-
west Neighborhood Advisory Group. recommendation should be
strong direction to the Commission and to the City Council
that no expansion should be considered until the applicant
had actually performed a variety of possible upgrading
activities on the site. He stated that one of his concerns
was whether Howe, Inc. would actually perform the improve-
ments proposed in the plans, should they be approved.
Chairman Scott responded that the item before the Commis-
sion was a rezoning application and must be evaluated on
its merits. She stated that while the operational aspects
of the plant were significant, especially as to the
question of whether the proposed represented an expansion-
of the operation, the issue was whether the rezoning of
additional .land was warranted. She also explained that
when the City approved site and building plans the appli-
cant is required to post a site improvement performance
agreement and a supporting financial guarantee to assure
the completion of the approved site improvements. She
stated this requirement was not provided in the ordinance
when Howe, Inc. had received previous approvals for
development.
An extensive discussion ensued and the Secretary again
reviewed the Comprehensive Plan language and read the
Southwest Neighborhood Advisory Grouo recommendation as
well as a petition submitted to the Southwest Neighborhood
Group by neighboring property owners.
The Secretary also stated regarding the pollution concerns
that the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency regulations
apply to Howe Fertilizer whether the subject zoning appli-
cations were approved or not. He stated that it is his
understanding if the applicant did not, in fact, comply
with those regulations after reasonable time determined
by the State Agency, then legal recourse was available to
the Pollution Control Agency to enforce those regulations.
Chairman Scott then recognized Mr. Bill Howe who briefly
responded to several remarks made by members of the
audience regarding the type of chemicals used at the
plant.
Chairman Scott summarized the discussion stating that a
finding must be made whether the proposed rezoning is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, using the Rezoning
Evaluation Criteria, and whether the proposal represents
an expansion of the existing operation.
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In response to a request by Commissioner Horan, the
Secretary read the rezoning evaluation policy and
review criteria adopted by the City Council in
Resolution No. 77-167. The Secretary further commented
that the rezoning application should be reviewed on
its merits as measured against the policy that the
zoning should be consistent with the Comprehensive
Plan and that it should not constitute "spot zoning
defined as a zoning decision which discriminates
in favor of a particular landowner and does not relate
to the Comprehensive Plan or to accepted planning
principles.
Commissioner Horan Leaves Commissioner Horan left the table at 10:30 p.m.
Horan Returns Commissioner Horan returned at 10:35 p.m.
Commissioner Pierce stated that it was important
to consider the spirit and intent of.the.Comprehensive
Plan which was concerned with assuring compati-
bility of the established residential use with
the industrial use.. He stated that the industrial
use has an impact on the residential neighborhood and
the pollution represented the major negative facet of
that impact. He explained that if the pollution
problem was reduced or eliminated, then the impact of
the industrial use upon the neighborhood would be less
He continued, however, that the proposed improvements
in the site and building plans would not necessarily
be a major improvement upon the compatibility since
there was not assurance the pollution would be resolved.
Commissioner Pierce stated that it was difficult. to
distinguish between an "expansion of the operation"
and an"upgrading of the operation. He stated that
since the proposed upgrading and construction would
lead to a more efficient operation, it could be
reasonably expected that a more efficient operation
would result in an expanded operation, thereby result-
ing in potentially higher levels of pollution. He
stated that in his mind the proposal represented an
expansion without a necessary reduction of the
negative impact upon the neighborhood.
Commissioner Horan stated he shared Commission Pierce's
concerns about the expansion and that it was not simply
a matter of distinguishing between an "expansion" and
an "upgrading." He stated that an expansion of the
physical plant would result n an expansion of the
operation and an intensification of the impact upon
the neighborhood, which the Comprehensive Plan sought
to diminish and/or phase out.
Commissioner Book stated that while he appreciated
the aesthetic benefits of the applicant's plans, the
construction of a building addition and of a new
building which would enlarge the existing facilities
represented an expansion. He stated that the neighbor-
hood should not be asked to take the risk that the
proposed site improvements and building additions
would resolve the negative impact of the operation
upon the neighborhood. He stated that the applicant
had the opportunity in the past and at the present
time to upgrade the present operation and to enhance
the compatibility, but little had been done until
` expansion of -the operation- was proposed.
Commissioner Jacobson stated that the applicant could
have taken a variety of steps to upgrade the operation
and eliminate many of the environmental problems in
the area. She stated that the applicant has the
opportunity and that until the existing operation was
upgraded she could not support the proposed rezoning.
She said that the proposal represented an expansion of
the operation that was not essential to efforts by the
owner to enhance the compatibility of the use with
the neighborhood.
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Commissioner Engdahl stated that until the applicant
could demonstrate that the 'existing problems could be
resolved, through actual site improvements and correct-
ion of the pollution problem, it was difficult to find
merit in the zoning proposal within the Comprehensive
Plan Guidelines He stated that he realized those
improvements would represent an expense to the applicant,
but that, until the nei ghborhood and the City saw that
the physical improvements resulted in a compatibility
between the industrial use and residential use,- it was
not reasonable to ask the neighborhood to assume further
the risk that desired expansion would result in resolution
of ongoing problems.
Following further discussion, there was motion by Com- Recommend Denial of
missioner Book seconded by Commissioner Engdah'. to Application No. .77037
recommend denial of Application No. 77037 submitted by (Howe, Inc.)
Howe,Inc.. on the grounds that the proposal is not con-
sistent and compatible with the surrounding use classi-
fications; that the zoning proposal is not consistent
with the the Comprehensive Plan; and that the expansion
of the zoning` district ,is not warranted by the Compre-
hensive Plan or by the best interests of the community.
The motion passed unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Engdahl seconded by Commissioner Recoir.nend Denial of
Jacobson to recommend denial of Application No. Application No. 77038
77038 in that the proposed site and building plans are (Howe, Inc.)
contingent upon the proposed rezoning. The motion passed
unanimously.
In other business the Secretary presented revised building Other Business
exterior plans for the industrial building originally (Application No. 77053.
approved under Application No. 77053 for JKH Construction. Revised Building Plans)
He stated the design of the building remained the same,
but there had been an alteration in the type of materials.
It was the consensus of the Planning Commission to approve
the revised exterior finish for the proposed industrial
building originally approved under Application No. 77053.
In other business the Secretary reviewed several pending
items stating they had been scheduled for the November 17
study meeting.
In other business the Secretary responded to a question by Application No. 77034
Commissioner Jacobson as to the status of _Application No. (Richard Rockstad)
77034 submitted by Richard Rockstad. He explained that the
City Council had tabled action on the request for a variance
relative to the parking lot setback from Brooklyn Boulevard
and had directed that the Planning Commission review the
matter of setbacks along major thoroughfares as well as any
possible previous variance action in recognition of the
highway taking on Brooklyn Boulevard.
A brief discussion ensued and the Secretary stated that the
matter could be considered further at the study session.
In other businessit was the determination of the Commission
that the December'meeting dates should by December 8 and
December 15
Motion by Commissioner Jacobson seconded by Commissioner Approve Minutes
Engdahl to approve the minutes of the October 20, 1977 10-20-77 -
meeting as submitted. The motion passed unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Book seconded by Commissioner Horan Ajournment
to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously.
The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 11:10 p.m.
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Chairman