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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1972 01-06 PCM Minutes of the Proceedings of the Planning Commission of the City of Brooklyn Center in the County of Hennepin and State of Minnesota January 6, 1972 The Planning Commission met in regular session and was called to order by Chairman Robert Jensen at 8:00 P.M. Roll Call: Chairman Jensen, Commissioners Scott, Foreman, Grosshans, Bogucki and new member Carl Gross. Staff members pre- sent: Public Works Director James Merila and Acting Planning Commission Secretary J. R. Murphey. The first order of business was swearing in of Henry Bogucki and Carl Gross to serve on the Planning Commission for a period of two years. The oath of office was administered by Allan Lindman, City Clerk. Planning Commission Application No. 71076 submitted by Fireside Realty was introduced by the Secretary with a statement that Mr. Gale Pierce had requested a deferment of this application to allow time for some modifications of the plan. There was a motion by Commissioner Grosshans and seconded by Commissioner Bogucki to table Application No. 71076 until the revised plans are submitted. Motion carried unanimously. The next item of business was Planning Commission App3.icat-ion No. 71077 submitted by Chester Oman, Jr. , requesting a special use permit to operate a saw filing shop in the basement of his home at 6945 Lee Avenue North. The item was introduced by the Secretary who stated that saw filing, skate sharpening, etc., are not specifically included in the ordinance as a special home occupation, however, it is very similar to those uses that are permitted. The Secretary noted that a similar application was recently approved by the Commission. Chairman Jensen noted that property owners within 150 feet of the applicant's home had been notified and that none were present at this meeting. The Chairman asked if the applicant had any comment. The answer being in the negative, a motion was called for. There was a motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Gross to recommend to the City Council that Application No. 71077 be approved and a special use permit be issued to Chester Oman, Jr. for a saw filing shop in his home providing that: 1. The permit shall expire in one year and may be re-submitted at that time; 2. Prior to City Council consideration of this application, Mr. Oman shall obtain letters from his neighbors stating they have no objection to the proposed use. The motion carried unanimously. The next item of business was Planning Commission Application No. 71078 submitted by H. G. Hauglandin behalf of Bernice Sizer, requesting subdivision approval of Parcel 2375, Lots 19 and 20, Block 2, N & E Perkins Addition. -2- The item was introduced by the Secretary who stated that the two lots, 19 and 20, had been combined in 1962, and have been carried on the tax records as a single parcel since that time and Mr. Haugland contends that Lots 19 and 20 are two separate lots in a recorded plat and they can be sold separately without approval by the City. The Secretary further explained that there is some doubt as to who is the owner of each of these lots and that undoubtedly, there will be litigation. The Chairman recognized Mrs. Ann Nelson who claims that she is the owner of Lots 19 and 20 and that she has not asked for a subdivision. The Chairman expressed the opinion that due to the legal prob- lems of ownership, the City should not become involved at this time. The Chairman asked Mr. Haugland if he would agree to defer- ment of this application until legal ownership could be determined. He said he would. Following a brief discussion regarding tax responsibility, there was a motion by Commissioner Grosshans and seconded by Commissioner Bogucki to table Application No. 71075 indefinitely until conclusive evidence is submitted showing ownership of the lots. Motion carried unanimously. The Chairman called for a short recess at this point. The meeting resumed at 9:30 with discussion regarding several. future Planning Commission Applications that are currently being checked by the Staff. The Commission reviewed these applications informally with the City Engineer who supplied background infor- mation and there was no attempt to form any conclusions. The Chairman noted that three of the Commissioners would be out of town on January 20th and unable to attend the regular study meeting. Therefore a motion was made by Commissioner Grosshans and seconded by Commissioner Bogucki to hold the study meeting on January 27th. Motion carried unanimously. A motion was made by Commissioner Bogucki and seconded by Commissioner Scott to appoint Robert Jensen Planning Commission Chairman for the year 1972. Motion carried unanimously. A motion was made by Commissioner Gross and seconded by Commissioner Foreman to appoint Robert Grosshans Vice-Chairman for the year 1972. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Foreman to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The Planning Commission adjourned at 10:45 P.M. Cha *an