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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1972 08-17 PCM Minutes of the Proceedings of the Planning Commission of the City of Brooklyn Center in the County of Hennepin and State of Minnesota ti August 17, 1972 The Planning Commission met in study session and was called to order by Chairman Pro tem Robert Grosshans at e:05 P.M. Roll Call: Chairman Pro tem Grosshans, Commissioners Foreman, Scott, Gross, and Engdahl. Also present were: Director of Public Works James Merila and Administrative Assistant Blair Tremere. Following the Chairman's explanation, the first item of business was consideration of Planning Commission Application No. 72055 sub- mitted by Vanman Construction Company. The Secretary stated the item had been tabled at the July 13th meeting to permit the applicant the opportunity to submit revised landscaping and drainage plans as well as to permit further input from the Highway Development Neighbor- hood Advisory Group which was scheduled to meet with the Highway Department. He noted that the advisory group had met with the Highway Depart - ment officials who indicated that within one month a formal response should be formulated to the group's proposals. He stated that the recommendation of that group was that the present application as well as Planning Commission Application No. 72064 should be tabled until the September study meeting. Regarding Application No. 72055, the Secretary further stated that the applicant's proposal required a public hearing for a special use permit, in that churches were special uses within the R1 zone. He stated that due to an administrative oversight, the applicant had not been initially made aware of the special use requirement. He noted, however, that church officials as well as the applicant had been notified and that the pastor of the church had filed an appli- cation for a special use permit which was scheduled for the September 7th regular meeting. The Secretary commented that this requirement would defer Appli- cation No. 72055 until the study meeting. The next item considered was Application No. 72064 submitted by C. A. Olson, Jr. , for Northbrook Alliance Church. The Secretary stated that the applicant's request for subdivision approval had been tabled at the August 3rd meeting, pending the results of the meeting with the Highway Development Neighborhood Advisory Group and the State Highway Department. He noted, as above, that the advisory group and the Highway Department had concluded that further data and a deter- mination regarding the advisory group's recorcatiendations should be available within a month. Chairman Pro tem Grosshans recognized the applicant who stated that he was concerned that there be no unnecessary delays. The Director of Public Works responded that substantial progress had been made regarding the consideration of noise buffers and aesthetic development between highways and residential areas since the work of the neighborhood advisory group was initiated. He reiterated the feeling of the group and the highway department that final action relative to the pending applications be deferred for approximately one month. 1 1 1 -2- Chairman Pro tern Grosshans asked the applicant whether one month would be a serious detriment. The applicant said that while it was not desirable, he understood the concerns of the neighborhood advisory group and could comply with a one month deferment. Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Foreman, to table Planning Commission Application No. 72064 to the September 21st study meeting. Motion passed unanimously. The next item of business was consideration of Planning Commission Application No. 72053 submitted by Robert A. Hillstrom, et al. The item was introduced by the Secretary who stated the applicants proposed the rezoning of the property between Bryant and Camden and 67th and 68th Avenues North, from Rl to R2 to permit the construction of two-unit dwellings. He stated the application was tabled on July 13th to permit the request to be submitted to the Neighborhood Advisory Group for further input. A letter dated August 11, 1972, from Mr. William Hannay, Chair- man of the Northeast Neighborhood Advisory Group, was read and placed on file. It stated that it was the consensus of the Northeast Neighborhood Study Committee that the rezoning of the area be granted. The Secretary noted that the applicant intended to rent the proposed units, and Commissioner Scott inquired as to what the amount of the rent would be. Chairman Pro tem Grosshans recognized Mr. Dale Hallen, one of the applicants, who responded that the amount of the rent had not been determined in that it would depend upon the cost of construction. Chairman Pro tem Grosshans also recognized Mr. John Pendzimaz, one of the developers, who stated that the time frame for the project would be for approximately 15 to 20 months. In response to a question by Commissioner Scott regarding landscaping for the project, Mr. Hallen stated that the site would be landscaped as the individual units were completed. Commissioner Gross inquired relative to the development of streets which would serve the proposed project, and the Director of Public works responded that the City would require full construction of Aldrich and Bryant Avenues North as indicated. He stated that the subdivision could be provided with roadways without the immediate completion of 68th Avenue North and that this would encourage traffic flow on 67th Avenue North. Motion by Commissioner Gross, seconded by Commissioner Foreman, to recommend denial of Planning Commission Application No. 72053 submitted by Robert Hillstrom, et al. , noting that: 1. The proposed project was in the midst of an R1 zone; 2. A majority of the neighbors were apparently opposed to the proposed project; 3. Problems relative to rental units in the area had been cited at the public hearing regarding traffic, parking, and general nuisances such as vandalism and pressure on the increasing number of students at area schools; 4. The proposed project would represent an overload of rental-type units in the area; 1 1 -3- 5. Neighboring property owners should be notified of the date of the public hearing before the City Council. The motion passed unanimously. The next item of business was consideration of Planning Commission Application No. 72066 submitted by Wilson Montgomery. The item was introduced by the Secretary who stated the applicant was seeking site and building plan approval for a proposed apartment project at 72nd and Lyndale Avenues North. He stated that, in effect, the proposal was the Phase III of the Columbus Village complex, the master plan of which was approved under Planning Commission Application No. 70053 on September 14, 1970. He noted that due to a change in ownership as well as some site revisions, the plans were submitted for review and approval. He stated the staff had reviewed the plans with the applicant and had suggested various revisions with which the applicant had complied. He noted that final review of the revised plans centered around the concerns of some modification of the open parking spaces, to include additional curbing and islands, and the setback of the indicated fencing near Camden and Lyndale Avenues North. A brief discussion ensued and the applicant indicated that the final plans would be modified to show these revisions. The Director of Public Works briefly commented as to the indicated cul-de-sac near Lyndale Avenue North and noted that traffic ingress and egress would be at Camden Avenue North. In response to a question by Commissioner Gross, the applicant stated that the proposed project would not be phased. Following further discussion, there was a motion by Commissioner Foreman, seconded by Commissioner Scott, to recommend approval of Planning Commission Application No. 72066 submitted by Wilson Montgomery subject to the following conditions: 1. Drainage and utility plans are subject to the approval of the City Engineer; 2. Building plans are subject to the approval of the Building Inspector with respect to applicabe building codes; 3. A performance agreement and performance bond (in an amount to be determined by the City Manager) shall be submitted to the City to guarantee the installation of the site improvements as designated on the plans submitted; 4. Final plans shall be revised to indicate certain modifi- cations of the open parking spaces to include installation of islands and curbing and shall be subject to staff review. Motion passed unanimously. The meeting recessed at 9:05 P.M. and resumed at 9:23 P.M. Commissioner Bogucki arrived at 9:22 P.M. 1 1 1 -4- The Secretary introduced the next item for discussion purposes stating that the Anoka Hennepin Independent School District #11 had submitted a request for a special use permit to allow the erection of a temporary classroom at the Evergreen Park Elementary School for the ensuing school year. He explained that the school district had recently completed a school census which, according to State law must be conducted after August 1st, and had determined that enrollment at Evergreen Park School had increased indicating there was not sufficient space with- in the existing building to accommodate all the students. He noted also that the type of structure proposed was in use at several other locations within the school district. The Secretary stated that the purpose of the discussion was to determine the feasibility of conducting a special meeting for purposes of the required public hearing for the special use permit. Chairman Pro tem Grosshans recognized Mr. Edsel Wicklund, representing the school district, and Mr. Tinquist, principal of Evergreen Park School, who explained the type of building and the proposed use. Mr. Wicklund noted that the building was self-contained, providing for air conditioning and heating, and that the unit was fully carpeted and furnished. He stated that plumbing facilities would be in the main building. Following a brief discussion, there was a motion by Commissioner- Gross, seconded by Commissioner Scott, to establish a special meeting at 0:00 P.M. on August 24, 1972, for purposes of conducting the required public hearing of the special use permit request submitted by the Anoka-Hennepin School District #11. Motion passed unanimously. The next item of business was discussion of the proposed Planned Residential Development ordinance amendment. The Secretary read the second draft of the amendment and a discussion ensued. Commissioner Gross stated that a basic consideration of the inclusion of certain commercial uses within such a .development would be the possible ramifications of the previously considered off-site parking ordinance amendment. Commissioner Bogucki and Commissioner Gross stated that the limitations provided in the draft amendment seemed to be quite effective and that it provided for an amenity which is often desired in large complexes as those comprehended by the amendment. Commissioner Foreman stated that he had no particular objections to the second draft of the amendment and he moved the question. Motion by Commissioner Gross, seconded by Commissioner Foreman, to recommend to the City Council passage of the proposed Planned Residential Development Special Use Amendment to Chapter 35 as follows: Section 1. Section 35-312 is hereby amended by adding thereto: 3 (b) Planned Residential Developments comprising a variety of dwelling modes as a {special use permitted in the R-3 district sub- ject to the following conditions: 1 1 1 -5- (1) The minimum land area shall be 15 acres; (2) At least 25% of the total number of dwelling units shall be R-3 type dwelling units as defined in Section 35-900; (3) If the Planned Residential Development is to be constructed in multiple phases, at least 20% of the total number of dwelling units in each phase shall be R-3 type dwelling units, until the above minimum requirement has been fulfilled; (4) No dwelling unit or o#:iier F' E,.'.t::ed structure shall exceed three stories in heiy:t; (5) Certain commercial uses interd;Ee for the convenience and enjoyment of the resideirits said development shall be permitted, including rc,l':.ail grocery shops, laundry and dry cleaning pick-up stations, beauty parlors, barber shops and valet shops, within multiple family dwellings containing thirty (30) or more dwelling units, subject to the following conditions: (aa) Such shops shall be accessible to the residents through a common hall or lobby; (bb) No advertising or display shall be visible from outside the building; (cc) Such shops shall be restricted to the ground floors or sub-floors; (dd) The total area of such shops shall not exceed 50% of the total floor area of the ground level of the building; (ee) Such shops are subject to all applicable codes, ordinances and laws relative to licensing for the health, safety and welfare of the community) (ff) Any shop or shops not indicated on the initial approved plans shall be considered and approved by the Planning Commission and City Council before said commercial use is established; (gg) The size and number of said shops shall represent a factor in the determination of required parking spaces for the building. Motion passed unanimously. Motion by CommissionerForeman, seconded by Commissioner Scott to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 10°00 P.M. i Cha' an 1 1 1