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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1970 11-05 PCM Minutes of the Proceedings of the Planning Commission in the City of Brooklyn Center in the County of Hennepin and State of Minnesota November 5, 1970 The Planning Commission met in regular session and was called to order by Chairman Robert Jensen at 8:12 P.M. Roll Call: Chairman Robert Jensen, Commissioners Robert Gross- hans, Paul Ditter, Karl Schuller and Henry Bogucki. Staff members present were: Jim Merila and Tom Loucks. Motion was made by Commissioner Schuller and seconded by Commissioner Bogucki to approve the minutes of the October 15th study session as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Following the Chairman's introductory comments, the first item of business was Applications No. 70063 and 70064 submitted by Harold Swanson requesting preliminary plat approval, site and building plan approval, and a seven foot green strip variance. Mr. Loucks introduced the preliminary plat and indicated that the applicant is proposing to divide the property, legally described as Auditor's Subdivision No. 309, Lots 1 and 2, except the North 33 feet of Lot 1, into three parcels that would be described as Swanson's Addition, Lots 1, 2 and 3. He indicated that the appli- cant is requesting the division to facilitate the building of two four unit and one seven unit multiple dwellings. Mr. Loucks recommended approval of the preliminary plat providing that cross easements for driveways are indicated on the plat. He explained that the staff is recommending these easements because there is a P­3ci_h _l.ity that at some future date, Lyndale Avenue would be up- graded and that the access points of the proposed seven and four unit buildings on the south may be cut off at Lyndale Avenue, thus requiring that access to the properties in question be located at 73rd Avenue North. He further indicated that the staff would suggest additional elevations and drainage easements be submitted to the City Engineer prior to final plat approval. Mr. Loucks then recommended approval of site and building plans on the three sites providing the usual conditions of plan approval are adhered to and providing that the seven foot green strip variance for the seven unit building is approved by the Commission. It was explained that the applicant does have enough room to develop the parcel without the variance on Lot 2; however, the parking lot and traffic lane as required by the ordinance would have to be moved to within one foot or less of the seven unit building which would be undesirable. Mr. Loucks noted that an eight foot green strip aug- mented by tree plantings and a six foot fence would probably be preferable to the alternative of parking cars abutting the seven unit building. Commissioner Bogucki then asked if Lyndale Avenue (West River Road) were up-graded to a four lane facility, would such upgrading require purchase of a portion or all of the subject property. Mr. Merila indicated that a four lane facility could be constructed on the existing 66 foot right-of-way of Lyndale Avenue assuming that an urban design section is applied and further indicated that if a divided four lane facility such as is proposed by the Comprehensive Plan were required, it could be built within the limits of a 100 foot right-of-way which would still give the proposed buildings approximately 35 feet of front yard setback. The staff indicated 1 1 1 -2- that the recent Metropolitan Development Guide Transportation Study dated August, 1970, does not address itself to T.H. 169 specifically, but, in light of the general roadway patterns as discussed in the report, and in view of the proposed roadway development pattern as indicated in the report, it appears that Lyndale Avenue will probably be no greater than a four lane facility. It was further indicated by Mr. Merila that the staff would direct a letter to the Minnesota Highway Department requesting confirmation of future development on T.H. 169. Motion was made by Commissioner Grosshans and seconded by Commissioner Schuller to recommend to the City Council approval of the site and building plans subject to the following conditions: 1) All areas shown as parking or driveway areas be curbed including those areas designated as future garage; 2) The fence on the northeast portion of the property adhere to the ordinance requirements in regard to height and line of sight at street entrances; 3) Building plans are subject to the approval of the Building Inspector with respect to applicable building codes; 4) Utility, drainage and elevation plans are subject to the approval of the City Engineer prior to the issuance of the building permit; 5) A performance agreement and performance bond (in an amount to be determined by the City Manager) shall be submitted to the City to guarantee site improvements as designated on the plans submitted to the City. The motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Grosshans and seconded by Commissioner Schuller to recommend to the City Council approval of the preliminary plat providing the proper driveway, utility, and drainage easements are shown on the plat and that additional elevations are submitted to the City Engineer for approval. The motion carried unanimously. Motion was made by Commissioner Ditter and seconded by Commissioner Grosshans to recommend to the City Council approval of the green strip variance because it would not be a detriment to the abutting property owners and it does not violate the intent of the green strip requirement as promulgated by the City Zoning Ordinance. The motion carried unanimously. The next item of business was Application No. 70061 submitted by Ernst, Lane and Ernst requesting a rezoning and site and building plan approval. Mr. Loucks indicated that the staff had requested additional site information from the applicant and in view of this further requirement, it is requested by the applicant to table any action upon the application until December 3, 1970. Motion was made by Commissioner Bogucki, seconded by Commissioner Schuller, to table Application No. 70061 until Dec- ember 3, 1970. The motion carried unanimously. 1 i 1 -3- The next item of business was a discussion among the Planning Commissioners in regard to the Midwest Planning Study as it relates to the Southwest Neighborhood. It was the consensus of the Commission that the report and the changes as suggested by Midwest Planning had far reaching effects and further, that the plan should be presented to the Southwest Neighborhood Committee, and that the Planning Commission special study meeting of November 24th should be devoted to discussion of the report with the neighborhood committee. Motion was made by Commissioner Schuller and seconded by Commissioner Grosshans to conduct a special study meeting on November 24, 1970, to formally review with the Southwest Neighborhood Committee the Midwest Planning Study. The motion carried unanimously. The next item of business was discussion of proposed parcels to be included in the Freeway Development zone. The staff presented a map, identified as Exhibit I, and backgrounded the Commission on those areas deemed to be appropriate as Freeway Development zones. After discussion of the proposed zones, a motion was made by Commissioner Schuller and seconded by Commissioner Ditter to recommend Exhibit I, as revised, to the City Council as those areas deemed potential Freeway Development zones. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Commissioner Bogucki and seconded by Commissioner Schuller to adjourn. The motion carried unanimously. The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 11:15 P.M. Ch Irma 1 1 1