HomeMy WebLinkAbout1973 06-07 PCM MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF
HENNEPIN AND STATE OF MINNESOTA
REGULAR MEETING
CITY HALL
JUNE 7, 1973
Call to Order: The Planning Commission met in regular
session and was called to order at 8:00 P.M.
iby Chairman Robert Jensen.
Poll Call: Chairman Jensen, Commissioners Bogucki,
Grosshans, and Gross. Also present were
Director of Public Works James Merila and
Director of planning and Inspection Blair
Tremere.
Approve Minutes: Motion by Commissioner Gross seconded by
5-24-73 Commissioner Bogucki to approve the minutes
of the May 24, 1973 meeting as submitted.
Voting in favor were Chairman Jensen,
Commissioners Bogucki and Gross. Not voting;
Commissioner. Grosshans who explained he was
not present at the May 24th meeting. The
motion passed.
Commissioners Engdahl and Scott arrived at
8:08 P.M.
Application No. 73014 Following the Chairman's explanation, the
(Mork and Associates) first item of business was Planning Com-
mission Application No. 73014 submitted by
Mork and Associates. The item was introduced
by the Secretary who stated the applicant was
seeking site and building plan approval for
a 48-unit family oriented apartment project
for a site at 67th and Emerson Avenues North.
He explained that the site was divided by
Emerson Avenue North and that a 26-unit
building was proposed for a 1.67 acre parcel
(Building No. 1) and that a 22-unit building
was proposed for a 1.37 acre parcel (Building
No. 2) .
The Secretary explained that Building No. 1
was designed to contain 12-three bedroom
apartments and 14-two bedroom apartments;
and Building No. 2 was designed to"contain
3-three bedroom apartments and 19-two bed-
room apartments. He stated that density
calculations indicate a deficiency of 332
square feet for Building No. 1, and a de-
ficiency of 359 square feet for Building
No. 2.
• The Secretary stated that examination of the
original plans determined that, contrary to
statements in the application for federal
assistance, the project was not in con-
formance with R-5 ordinance requirements:
He stated also, that several deficiencies
had been found regarding State Building
Code requirements. He said that the appli-
cant had been submitting some revised plans
and specifications.
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Chairman Jensen then recognized Mr. G.
Thomas Mork, who described the design of
the proposed project, which had received
approval by federal authorities relative to
quaranteed financing under the provisions
of the FHA 236 Program. He stated the units
were intended for low to moderate income
families. He said attempts had been made
to fully comply with the minimum City
ordinance requirements as well as the
Building Code.
Chairman Jensen then commented that the
number of three bedroom units proposed was
extremely high for the relatively small
sites. Mr. Mork responded that the units
were intended for families and not for
couples or the elderly, as in the case of
the high rise 236 project south of the City
Hall.
Mr. Mork further commented that provisions
had been made for a tot lot per each build-
ing, green area around each building, and
recreation or party rooms in each building.
He further stated that a six foot fence had
been provided along the property lines
shared with neighboring single family homes.
Chairman Jensen stated further that because
the units were designed for family living,
the various mentioned amenities did not
appear to be in balanced proportion to the
number of units.
Chairman Jensen then recognized Mr. Mauk,
the project architect, who commented as to
the landscape plan. He noted that, as per
ordinance requirement, 8 six--inch diameter
trees had been provided, and that in addi-
tion, several clusters of shrubbery were
planned. Chairman Jensen then asked Mr.
Mauk his opinion based on planning and de-
sign principles as to the location of 48 two
and three bedroom apartment units intended
for family living upon a 3 acre site. Mr.
Mauk responded that an effort had been made
to provide the best possible use of a re-
latively small site, which was divided by a
public street. He stated that is was de-
signed for family living because the City
has a project under way for elderly and
couples in the low to moderate income
category.
Commissioner Gross stated that the degree of
• amenities for the entire 48-units was simi-
lar to that found in many single family
homes and he stated the tight situation was
particularly accentuated by the potential
number of children which could live in the
complex. He noted 'for example, the lack of
garages and the provision for minimal
storage space per unit, resulting in very
little convenient space in which families
with children could store their belongings.
Commissioner Gross also commented that it
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appeared little concern had been made for
the impact such a concentrated family
complex would have on the surrounding neigh-
borhood.
Mr. Mauk responded that a six foot high
fence had been provided in addition to
two 15 x 25 foot tot lots. Mr. Mauk also
commented that 10 per cent of the units had
been designed for handicapped persons. He
noted the possibility that many of the bed-
rooms would be used by single handicapped
occupants, and thus all of the units would
not necessarily be filled with families
with children.
Commissioner Bogucki noted his concern the
site was divided by a public street, and
the plans actually represented two distinct
projects on distinct sites which were re-
latively small. He stated that 26-family
units on 1.6 acres and 22 family units on
1.3 acres, which included large open park-
ing lots, left very little effective open
recreational space and green area.
He noted the typical high demand for such
open recreational areas by families and
children, and stated the demands would be
even greater on the subject site since not
even balconies were .provided for the apart-
ment units.
Mr. Mauk stated the buildings were deni.gned
with the split nature of the site in mind,
and each building contained its own
amenities including community space,
laundry facilities, and mechanical rooms.
Chairman Jensen stated that his concern was
providing for quality housing which in-
cluded not only the structure, but also
sufficient amenities and effective recrea-
tional open area to support the demands of
up to 48 families with children.
Mr. Mauk responded that an effort had been
made to provide "better housing" for low to
moderate income families given the amount
of site area available and funds budgeted
for the project.
Commissioner Gross reiterated his concern
at the apparent lact of effective storage
areas. Mr. Mork responded that storage was
provided in each unit and noted the federal
requirements in this regard. Mr. Mauk
pointed out the various storage areas in
the apartments, and commented that the
latest revised plans submitted to the City
(that afternoon) indicated the elimination
of two "third" bedrooms to allow for
additional storage space.
The Secretary stated that the applicant had
submitted some revised plans that day, but
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the staff had not had an opportunity to
fully review them.
Chairman Jensen asked the Building Inspector
whether the plans before the Commission were
in total compliance with the Building Code.
Mr. Dahn responded in the negative, in that
he had not had an opportunity to review the
latest revisions. Mr. Mauk reviewed a
letter submitted to the City staff outlining
the applicant's intent to comply with the
various code and ordinance deficiencies.
The Director of public Works explained that
the parking provision for Building No. 1 was
deficient, particularly if recommended fire
lanes were included. He stated that some
additional parking had been provided on the
site of Building No. 2.
He further noted the location of the parking
lot with Building No. 1 and noted that it
separated the building from a significant
portion of the green area.
Mr. Mauk responded the staff had been in-
formed that if fire lanes were to be pro-
vided, it would be virtually impossible to
provide the additional parking spaces on the
site of Building No. 1. The Secretary re-
sponded that parking for Building No. 1 had
been deficient in the first place, and that
the applicant had been informed of the City's
poli.ey to require fire lanes.
An extensive discussi-on ensued and Com-
missioner Bogucki asked the Secretary w]A<-:rz=<,r
based upon Mr. Mauk's correspondence, the
building was now in conformance with the
codes and the ordinance. The Secretary
stated that the density and parking de-
ficiencies remained.
Mr. Mauk stated that there had been some mis-
understanding on the part of the applicant
and the City as to compliance with existing
codes and ordinance requirements, but that
an effort was being made to resolve those
misunderstandings.
The Secretary noted the statement in the
federal application submitted over two years
ago, that the plans were in conformance with
the R-5 zoning requirements of the City of
Brooklyn Center.
Mr. Mork stated that it was the applicant's
intent to meet every code and ordinance re-
quirement of the City.
Chairman Jensen noted that a number of
owners and residents of neighboring property
were present, and he recognized the residents
of 6713, 6719, 6724, 6731 Dupont Avenue
North, and the resident. of 6732 Emerson
Avenue North. Concerns included: the im-
pact of the large number of children on the
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area; the impact upon the privacy of the
neighboring property owners; the impact of
the project upon the aesthetics of the neigh-
borhood; the impact upon schools. Other
comments were directed to the proposed land-
scaping of the site and the provision for
adequate parking.
Mr. Mauk stated that federal studies in-
dicated most of the units would ultimately
be occupied by present Brooklyn Center
residents, and that there would be little
increase in the number of children in the
City and the schools.
Chairman Jensen then recognized Mr. Dempsey
Mork and an extensive discussion ensued re-
garding the impact of a large number of
children upon local schools. Chairman
Jensen recognized Mr. Brekke of the Brooklyn
Center School Board who stated local school
officials should have an opportunity to re-
view the plans in terms of the possible im-
pact such a development would have on local
schools.
Mr. Dempsey Mork stated that it was the
applicant's intent to rent the units to
current Brooklyn Center residents, though
he noted no formal restrictions could be
made in that regard.
He also noted the federal requirement that
a maintenance account be budgeted to assure
adequate upkeep of the buildings and the
units.
In response to a question by Commissioner
Gross, Mr. Dempsey Mork stated that they
had just received final federal approval and
that the applicant had owned the property
for approximately two years.
Chairman Jensen inquired whether the appli-
cant had considered other sites of greater
size in the City, once it had been deter-
mined that the project was intended for
family use. Mr. Mork responded in the
negative.
Chairman Jensen noted that the concern of
the Comprehensive plan for providing low to
moderate income housing which was well de-
signed and featured adequate facilities. He
stated the primary issue was the small area
versus the intended family use and the large
number of large units. Mr. Mork reviewed
Sthe various criteria which had been used to
persuade federal officials as to the feasi-
bility of the project.
There was a motion by Commissioner Bogucki
seconded by Commissioner Scott to close the
discussion from the floor. The motion
passed unanimously.
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Commissioner Gross stated that he could not
endorse a recommendation of approval for a
variety of reasons. He questioned the
efforts of the developer to provide a good
family environment on the subject site, as
indicated by the proposed landscaping, open
space, and storage area.
Chairman Jensen stated that he could not
support the subject application noting the
concerns of the neighborhood; the high
density of the units intended for family
• use and the potential for a cluttered site,
resulting from the lack of effective storage.
He noted the small size of the proposed
play areas and the lack of effective re-
creational space resulting in a concern for
the safety of the children who might be
forced to play in the streets; the impact
of the subject development upon the privacy
of the neighboring single family homes; the
provision for minimal landscaping; and the
questionable provision for a quality living
environment for up to 48 families.
In further discussion, Commissioner Bogucki
stated additional data should be available
regarding the possible impact upon the
local school district, and the parking re-
quirements for low to moderate income
families.
Rcmu<%n,ding There was a motion by Commissioner Gross
Denial of ApplicatioL1 seconded by Commissioner Engdahl to
No. 73014 recommend denial of Application No. 73014
(Mork and Associates) submitted by Mork and Associates, noting
that the proposed plan for 48 family units
on a relatively small site is not coma st<?nt: f
with the City's planning principles and
policies which demand that multi-family
dwelling complexes provide a reasonable
quality family life environment; and that
this is evidenced by the provision for
minimal open space and green areas; minimal
effective living areas within the buildings;
minimal common facilities and accessory
storage space; minimal landscaping; and
minimal construction; and, further, that y
based upon the substantial experience of
the City in this regard, insistence upon
provision for a quality living environment
for families is vital for the welfare of the
tenants as well as for the best interest of
the community. Voting in favor were Chair-
man Jensen, Commissioners Grosshans, Scott,
Engdahl and Gross. Voting against:
Commissioner Bogucki who explained he felt
further data should be developed regarding
the impact of the proposed project upon the
area and the schools. The motion passed.
Recess The Planning Commission meeting recessed
from 10:10 P.M. to 10:35 P.M.
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Applica-ion No. 73012 The next item of business was consideration
(D. Brandvold) of Planning Commission Application No.
73012 submitted by David Brandvold. The
item was introduced by the Secretary who
stated the applicant was seeking a variance
from Section 35-400 to permit construction
of a single family dwelling upon a sub-
standard lot. The Secretary commented that
the item had been tabled at the May 10, 1973
meeting, pending the disposition of Applica-
tion No. 73011 (subdivision request for the
subject property) .
He stated the parcel was 71 feet wide and
that there was substantial precedent in this
area of the City for the requested variance.
Action Recommending Following a brief discussion, there was a
Approval of Application motion by Commissioner Grosshans seconded by
No. 73012 Commissioner Scott to recommend approval of
(D. Brandvold) Planning Commission Application No. 73012
submitted by David Brandvold, noting that
the action is for permission to build, and
that no other variances are implied or en-
dorsed. The motion passed unanimously.
Application No. 73015 The next item of business was Planning
(Regarding Dwelling Commission Application No. 73015. The item
under construction by was introduced by the Secretary who stated
Yesnes construction) the application was initiated by the City
to acknowledge an approximate 10 foot street
side yard setback deficiency, which resulted
in part from an administrative error.
He stated the site was a corner parcel at
6700 Camden Avenue North, which would
normally require a 25 foot side yard setback_
The Secretary explained that the plot plan
submitted by the contractor did not indicate
this setback, and that the distance was
scaled by the Building Department at approx-
imately 15 feet, and a building permit was
issued. He explained that the error was dis-
covered by the Inspector during the normal
required footing inspection. He noted the
Inspector proceeded to issue a stop-order,
and to revoke the permit, per Ordinance and
Building Code provisions.
He further explained that the City Adminis-
tration learned that the builder had sold
the home, to be built per approved plans,
shortly after the permit was issued. He
stated the City was also informed that legal
action would be taken against the City by
the builder, to cover any resultant damages
should the permit be rescinded.
After review of the various options avail-
able, it was the judgement of the City
administration that the consequences of a
setback deficiency of this magnitude at this
location, were substantially less than the
expense to the City which might be realized
from a damage suit.
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He stated that the application represents
an acknowledgement for the record, the
situation, its cause, and the disposition
considered to be the most appropriate. He
explained neighboring property owners had
been notified, per normal variance pro-
cedures.
Chairman Jensen recognized Mr. Szyplinski,
500 67th Avenue North, and the residents of
6712, and 6706 Camden Avenues North. Mr.
Szyplinski presented a petition signed by
a number of neighboring property owners
stating their objection to the variance at
the subject property.
A heated discussion ensued, and Mr. Szyplin-
ski stated that he was not only opposed to
the variance but objected strongly to the
fact that the City had permitted construc-
tion to continue on the site.
In response to a question by Chairman
Jensen, the Secretary explained that the
notices sent to neighboring property owners
did indicate that a variance was requested:
whereas, in fact, the application repre-
sented an acknowledgement of an existing
variation from the ordinance sideyard set-
back requirements.
Mr. Szyplinski indicated that he had talked
to the contractor, had attempted'_to arrango
discussions with the City Manager and
Building inspector, and had contacted a
lawyer_ He further c<>nmmented that there
was reason to believe efforts were being
made to conceal the facts, in that the
error should have been rectified before
construction even began. He stated the
competence and effectiveness of the City
officials in that regard should also be
questioned.
The Secretary noted the City Manager had
discussed the situation with Mr. Szyplinski':
attorney, and he reiterated the circum
stances, including the discovery of the
error by the Building Inspector during the
course of a scheduled inspection.
An extensive discussion ensued and Chairman
Jensen stated that it appeared the appro-
priate action would be to acknowledge the
situation and perhaps offer an advisory
opinion.
• Commissioner Engdahl stated that work on
the subject property should be stopped
until the Council had heard the matter in-
cluding a legal opinion by the City
Attorney.
The Secretary explained the buyer of the
home refused to accept an alternate design
and site plan, and that the deal had been
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closed with the builder based uponthe
issuance of a building permit.
An extensive discussion ensued as to
whether the variance would be approved if
work had not commenced, and the application
represented a normal variance petition.
Commissioners Bogucki and Jensen responded
that they would not recommend approval
There was a motion by Commissioner Bogucki
to acknowledge the situation and approve
the staff action under the circumstances,
noting however, that the subject variance
would not be approved in normal circum-
stances before the fact. The motion died
for lack of a second.
There was a motion by Commissioner Gross
to recommend denial of the variance noting
to the Council that work on the subject
site should be halted until the decision
based upon an opinion from the City
Attorney can be secured as to possible
ramifications of the staff action. The
motion died for lack of a second.
Extensive discussion ensued and Chairman
Jensen stated that it was not clear whether
it was the function of the Planning Com-
mission to rule upon administrative de-
cisions.
The SECretax;y stated that the Commission
was being asked to evaluato the situation
including the staff action, in terms of
planning principles to provide a clear
record of the matter.
Resolution Regarding Member Grosshans introduced the following
Application No. 73015 resolution and moved its adoption.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 73-3
RESOLUTION REGARDING ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND DISPOSITION
OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 73015
WHEREAS, it is recognized that an administrative error
resulted in the issuance of a building permit for a single
family dwelling on a corner lot at 6700 Camden Avenue North,
and,
WHEREAS, it was subsequently determined that a variation
from the ordinance requirements existed as to the street side
yard setback; and,
WHEREAS, this setback is approximately 9.5 feet less than
the required 25 foot setback from 67th Avenue North; and,
WHEREAS, a variance permitting such a setback would not
necessarily be in keeping with good planning principles as
set forth in the ordinance;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission
of the City of Brooklyn Center, that in the matter of planning
Commission Application No. 73015, the administrative error and
resultant action is acknowledged; and be it further resolved
that it is the recommendation the City Council order the work
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stopped on the subject parcel until such time that final dis-
position is made based upon evaluation of the circumstances,
the ordinance requirements and possible legal ramifications.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing was duly
seconded by Member Engdahl. Voting in favor were Chairman
Jensen, Commissioners Bogucki, Grosshans, Gross, Scott and
Engdahl. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously.
Secretary Chairman
Date
Application No. 73016 The next item of business was Planning
(Super America, Inc.) Commission Application No. 73016 submitted
by Super America, Inc. The item was intro-
duced by the Secretary who explained the
applicant was seeking approval of amend-
ments to the site plan and special use
permit for the service station located at
57th and Logan Avenues North.
He said the applicant proposed a prefab-
ricated pump island office on the center
island of the service station.
The Secretary noted that the ordinance re-
quired a 50 foot setback from major
thoroughfares and highways, and that the
proposed prefabricated structure would be
only 48 feet from 57th Avenue. He noted
also that such a structure would diminish
what "open space" there was at the subject
station, given the large amount of merchan-
dise which is stored, displayed, and sold
outside the main building on the 132 foot
by 110 foot site.
Chairman Jensen then recognized a represen-
tative of the applicant who stated that the
subject building was intended for the pro-
tection of attendents and to speed up the
operation and cash transactions. An exten-
sive discussion ensued.
Commissioner Gross inquired whether the pro-
posed building would replace the merchandise
display case currently located on the island.
The representative of the applicant respond-
ed in the affirmative.
Commissioner Bogucki commented that several
variances had originally been granted to the
applicant, and noted that there was sub-
stantial retailing of merchandise other than
gasoline at the site. He recalled that the
general retail merchandising was considered
by the applicant to be incidental to gaso-
line sales. He commented that the present
proposal indicated that gasoline sales were
becoming incidental to the general merchan-
dising.
In further discussion, Chairman Jensen
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stated the proposed structure was not
critical to the approved operation. He
stated his concern with establishing a
precedent for granting a setback variance.
Action Recommending Motion by Commissioner Engdahl seconded by
Denial of Application Commissioner Bogucki to recommend denial
No. 73016 of Planning Commission Application No.
(super America, Inc) 73016, noting the setback deficiency and
the intensity of the activity on the
relatively small site. The motion passed
unanimously.
Application No. 73017 The next item of business was Planning
(Word Aflame Church) Commission Application No. 73017 submitted
by Word Aflame Apostolic Church. The item
was introduced by the Secretary who stated
the applicant was seeking special use
permission and site and building plan ap-
proval to construct a church at the south-
west corner of the intersection of 69th
and Lyndale Avenues North.
He commented that churches are special uses
in the R-1 district and that the applicant's
site and building plans were for a 216
person capacity church.
Chairman Jensen noted that none of the
notified property owners was present and
he waived the reading of the names.
The Secretary commented that the applicant
had yet to submit complete site and build-
ing plans, noting that the drawings which
had been submitted had not been certified.
Chairman Jensen then recognized Reverend
Farris, who represented the Word Aflame
Apostolic Church, and who stated that cer-
tain revisions were being made as to the
interior design of the church.
He noted that the subject site had been
selected for the church because of its
abutment on a major thoroughfare and a high-
way, and that the church perceived a need
for such exposure. He stated that concern
had been taken in designing the parking for
the church to preserve as much as possible,
existing large trees on the site.
With regard to the location of the church
at the intersection of a County Highway and
a State Highway, the Director of Public
Works stated the provisions for access to
the site should be fully evaluated.
He explained the matter would have to be
discussed with the State and County High-
way Departments before such an evaluation
could be completed, and that any action on
the subject application should be deferred
until then.
An extensive discussion ensued and Reverend
Farris commented it was the opinion of his
church that this was an -excellent location
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for an evangelistic-oriented church.
Commissioner Bogucki stated that he did
not fully agree, considering the possible
ramifications of the future upgrading of
Trunk Highway 169.
Consensus Developed Following further discussion, Chairman
Approving Special Use Jensen determined that it was the majority
permission Request consensus of the Planning Commission that
affirmative recommendation as to the
special use permit request was in order.
Action to Table Following further discussion there was a
Application No. 73017 motion by Commissioner Gross seconded by
Commissioner Grosshans to table Planning
Commission Application No. 73017 until
such time that the applicant has submitted
complete site and building plans as re-
quired by City Ordinance. The motion
passed unamimously.
Application No. 73018 The next item of business was consideration
(B.C.I.P.) of Planning Commission Application No.
73018 submitted by Brooklyn Center Indus-
trial Park. The item was introduced by
the Secretary who stated that site and
building plan approval was requested for
a 127,176 square foot speculative indus-
trial building. He stated that this would
be the fifth such structure in the In-
dustrial Park, and that the proposed 9 acre
site was easterly of the recently com-
pleted Spec Building No. 4.
The Secretary also commented that plans in-
dicate about 10 per cent of the area is to
be used for offices. He stated 64 parking
spaces are required for that use, and 144
are required for the remaining industrial
area. Since 347 spaces are provided, there
is an excess of 139 spaces, and this would
indicate that potentially 27,800 square
feet more, or a total of 40,500 square
feet, could be used for office purposes.
The Secretary noted that, unlike Spec
Building No. 4, there was a north-south
driveway from Shingle Creek Parkway to the
interior lot of the building. He stated
assurance should be made as to the pro-
visions for effective landscaping and
screening along 69th Avenue, particularly
at the end of said driveway.
Chairman Jensen then recognized Mr. John
• Redmond, an architect for the applicant
who noted that a six foot screening wall
had been provided at that location.
Further discussion ensued regarding the
proposed berming of the site along 69th
Avenue. It was noted that the applicant
had stated an objection to the approved
height of the berms for previous buildings
due to maintenance difficulties. The
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Director of Public Works presented pictures
of the berming for Spec Building No. 4 and
noted that the berming shown was not as
high as that approved. He stated that
should the Commission and Council determine
the applicant's arguments had merit, then
assurance should be made that more sub-
stantial shrubbery or evergreens should be
provided on shorter approved berms.
Action Recommending Following further discussion there was a
Approval of Applica- motion by Commissioner Scott seconded by
tion No. 73018 Commissioner Engdahl to recommend approval
(B.C.I.P .) of Planning Commission Application No.
73018 submitted by B.C.I.P. subject to the
following conditions:
1. The exterior finish and color of
the building shall be harmonious so
to blend in with the overall neigh-
borhbod,
2. Plan approval is exclusive of all
signery and no�signery shall be in-
stalled;unti approved by the City
Council;
3. All exterior lighting shall be of
such design so to be directed away
from the residential areas northerly
of the site;
4. There shall be no access point onto
69th Avenue North;
5. Building plans are subject to the
approval of the Building Inspector
with respect to applicable building
codes;
6. Drainage and utility plans includ-
ing berming specifications are sub-
ject to the approval of the City
Engineer prior to the issuance of a
building permit;
7. A performance bond and a performance
agreement (in an amount to be de-
termined by the City Manager) shall
be submitted to the City to guaran-
tee the installation of the site
improvements as designated on the
approved plans;
8. The proposed trees near the screen-
ing wall at the northeast corner of
the site shall be coordinated with
said wall to provide for maximum
screening of the driveway.
The motion passed unanimously.
Application No. 73019 The next item of business was consideration
(Nolan Bros. , Inc.) of Planning Commission Application No.
73019 submitted by Nolan Bros. , Inc. The
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item was introduced by the Secretary who
explained the applicant was proposing the
construction of a "mini storage" and office
facility contained in four buildings, run-
ning the length of the C-2 parcel which
lies north of I-94 at the intersection of
68th and Lee Avenues North.
He stated the applicant had informally
presented his concept to the Commission
on March 1, 1973, and that several dis-
cussions had ensued with the applicant
and the City staff.
The Secretary commented that the applicant
had indicated the proposed use did not
need the amount of required installed
parking, and that a deferment of the in-
stallation of said parking was implicit
in the application.
The Secretary further stated, however,
that the applicant had been informed that
the site should provide for usable space
which would comprehend the installation
of the maximum number of parking spaces
required by the ordinance for a commercial
facility of this size.
Chairman Jensen recognized Mr. Charles
Nolan, and an extensive discussion ensued.
The Director of Public Works commented
that given the present design of the build-
ings, it would not be possible to provide
for the required parking. He said that
he could not recommend approval of the
application at this time.
Tbc, ciccretary amplified those remarks,
noting the parking consideration was
crucial, since the proposed use was vir-
tually a single purpose use. He noted
past experience with other applications,
which had originally contended a need for
less parking than required, and the con-
sequences realized when the uses ceased.
Action to Table Following further discussion, there was a
Application No. 73019 motion by Commissioner Scott seconded by
(Nolan Bros. , Inc.) Commissioner Bogucki to table Planning
Commission Application No. 73019 submi.ti-Pd
by Nolan Bros. , Inc. , until such time the
applicant has presented plans which are in
total conformance with ordinance require-
ments. The motion passed unanimously.
Adjo•arn-nent Motion by Commissioner Scott seconded by
LCommissioner Bogucki to adjourn the meet-
ing. The motion passed unanimously. The
Planning Commission meeting adjourned at
1:25 A.14.
Chairman
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