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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013 05-30 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 May 30, 2013 CALL TO ORDER The Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Burfeind at 7:02 p.m. ROLL CALL Chair Scott Burfeind, Commissioners Randall Christensen, Benjamin Freedman, and Stephen Schonning were present. Also present were Councilmember Carol Kleven, Secretary to the Planning Commission Tim Benetti, Director of Business & Development Gary Eitel, and Planning Commission Recording Secretary Rebecca Crass. Carlos Morgan and Michael Parks was absent and excused. APPROVAL OF MINUTES —MAY 16, 2013 There was a motion by Commissioner Schonning, seconded by Commissioner Christensen, to approve the minutes of the May 16, 2013 meeting as submitted. The motion passed unanimously. CHAIR'S EXPLANATION Chair Burfeind explained the Planning Commission's role as an advisory body. One of the Commission's functions is to hold public hearings. In the matters concerned in these hearings, the Commission makes recommendations to the City Council. The City Council makes all final decisions in these matters. APPLICATION NO. 2013-001 — PANDA RESTAURANT GROUP, INC./HSB ARCHITECTS 1520 SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING Chair Burfeind introduced Application No. 2013-001, site and building plan approval of a new 2,210 sq. ft. Panda Express restaurant facility for Building C site as illustrated and planned under the 2012 Shingle Creek Crossing PUD Master Development Plan. (See Planning Commission Information Sheet dated 5-30-2013 for Application No. 2013-001.) Mr. Benetti provided a background on the development taking place at the Shingle Creek Crossing site. He stated this site was originally planned for a financial institution with a drive- thru service lane. He added the architect met with staff to discuss potential development of this site with a new Panda Express restaurant and as part of the PUD Agreement, any new building within this PUD must be reviewed under separate site and building plan review. Mr. Benetti further explained Building C was originally planned to be 9,100 sq. ft. building on a 1.2 acre pad site with 41 parking spaces and as part of the recent amendments No. 2 and 3 approved by the City Council, Building B was re-labeled to Building C and is a significantly smaller building of approximately 2,200 sq. ft. Page 1 5-30-13 Mr. Benetti stated the new Panda Express building is shown with 38' x 56' footprint (2,210 sf.) and parking is located along the front, back and side areas with a drive-thru lane located on the east side of the building. He added the site will accommodate an outdoor seating area and the new site plan layout matches closely with the approved PUD planned layout. Mr. Benetti described how the building is connected to the existing interior walkway systems as part of the Shingle Creek Crossing "pedestrian friendly" plans for this area and is interconnected to the LA Fitness site to the west and the new Building H site to the east and provides a connection for pedestrians up to the walkway/trail system along County Road 10. Mr. Benetti explained the original plans showed a "Panda" mural was too consistent with the Panda branding and logo and would need to be treated as signage, however, the size of the mural would exceed the signage allowed. He added an alternative mural with a "Great Wall of China" design was submitted and staff felt it was acceptable. Mr. Benetti further reviewed access and parking, landscaping, and lighting/trash, and he stated Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt the attached Resolution No. 2013-03, which comprehends the approval of Planning Application No. 2013-001, the Site and Building Plan for proposed Panda Express Restaurant, located at 1520 Shingle Creek Crossing. Commissioner Christensen stated he would like to see the trash enclosure along County Road 10 adequately screened. Mr. Benetti replied that originally it was understood that all trash enclosures would be inside the buildings and all areas along County Road 10 heavily screened and match the materials used on the building. He added once the building is in place and all landscaping grown, the trash enclosures will be barely noticeable. Chair Burfeind stated he also had concerns about outdoor trash enclosures but feels if it is adequately screened, he is okay with it. Commissioner Christensen asked if there are any concerns with headlights from the site along County Road 10. Mr. Benetti replied neither he nor the City Engineer had any concerns, however, additional landscaping could be required by the Commission. Commissioner Schonning stated he feels it is one of the better drive-thru layouts that he has seen. He added, if possible, could they add a berm along County Road 10. Mr. Benetti replied that berms can be somewhat tricky but it could be a requirement if additional landscaping does not meet the desired outcome for screening. Mr. Benetti further explained he provided a traffic study tonight for the Commission's review and it gave some support with a dual drive-thru lane, however, the City Engineer felt the single lane drive-thru was much safer for getting pedestrians around the site. He added traffic layout and design was a bit challenging on the site. Mr. Justin Cassidy, HSB Architects, explained a single lane would cause issues with emergency vehicles and garbage trucks in the area. He stated he has an alternative solution that he would like to present to the Commission that would widen the drive lane. Page 2 5-30-13 Mr. Steve Manhart, Sr. Transportation Engineer, RLK, Inc., 6110 Blue Circle Drive, Minnetonka, Minnesota, stated he spoke with the City Engineer and has looked at alternatives for the driveway on the site to assure pedestrian and driver safety on the site to address the concerns of the City Engineer. He pointed out there appears to be a dual drive lane on the LA Fitness site. He added it is the driver's responsibility to yield to a pedestrian at all times. He feels there are benefits to the dual drive lane which allows those who wish to drive around to do so while allowing those waiting for drive-up window service the ability to get in line. Commissioner Freedman asked if the only concern with the drive lanes is allowing emergency vehicles can get around the site. Justin Cassidy replied it would be a tight swing around the corner for emergency vehicles and garbage trucks with a single lane which could cause damage to the pavement. Chair Burfeind stated he appreciates the applicant's stand on the dual drive lanes, however, the site has been designed to allow pedestrian traffic from building to building and should be safe for ease of movement on foot. He added he would have a hard time going against what the City Engineer recommends. Justin Cassidy replied that he appreciates the City's stance on the drive lane issue and they will design the site as the City desires. ACTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2013-03 REGARDING THE RECOMMENDED DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2013-001 SUBMITTED BY PANDA RESTAURANT GROUP INC. & HSB ARCHITECTS REQUESTING SITE AND BUILDING PLAN APPROVAL OF THE NEW PANDA EXPRESS RESTAURANT IN THE SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (1520 SHINGLE CREEK CROSSING) There was a motion by Commissioner Christensen, seconded by Commissioner Freedman, to approve Planning Commission Resolution No. 2013-03. Commissioner Christensen stated he would like a condition added to allow additional landscaping on the site specifically along County Road 10. Mr. Cassidy responded they will add additional low level shrubs on the north side of the site. Voting in favor: Chair Burfeind, Commissioners Christensen, Freedman, and Schonning And the following voted against the same: None The motion passed unanimously. The Council will consider the application at its June 10, 2013 meeting. The applicant must be present. Major changes to the application as reviewed by the Planning Commission will require that the application be returned to the Commission for reconsideration. Page 3 5-30-13 APPLICATION NO. 2013-003—MBC II, LLC (PAUL HYDE) 4821 XERXES AVE N Chair Burfeind introduced Application No. 2013-003, Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment of the former Howe Fertilizer Site by enlarging a pre-approved office/warehouse building from 51,000 sq. ft. to 60,000 sq. ft.; allowing a minor relocation of the new building on the subject parcel; reducing certain boundary setbacks; and allowing a small expansion of new driveway/parking areas, which would impact the required buffer areas required under the established PUD/1-1 (Planned Unit Development/Industrial Park) District. (See Planning Commission Information Sheet dated 5-30-2013 for Application No. 2013-003.) Mr. Benetti explained the site was originally approved for a PUD on February 25, 2008 for a smaller 51,000 sq. ft. spec office/warehouse facility with on-site parking and loading areas. He reviewed the history of the site and stated that today the site contains three commercial grade buildings, which are functionally obsolete, vacant and awaiting future demolition. He added Mr. Hyde is currently working with MPCA and US Department of Agriculture in obtaining funds and clearance to clean and mitigate the site and has undertaken a number of these clean-up and redevelopment projects, including the old Joslyn Pole Yard located off Lakebreeze and Azelia Avenues; the Minneapolis Business Center located directly across (east) from the subject site; and most recently the former Lifetime Fitness site. Mr. Benetti further stated the project has been stalled due to attempts to secure all approvals necessary to begin clean-up of the contaminated site. He added Mr. Hyde is still attempting to secure the US Department of Agriculture's approval and is confident he can begin redeveloping the site very soon. Mr. Benetti explained Mr. Hyde approached city staff almost two years ago with a plan to enlarge the building by 9,000 sq. ft. of additional area. He added this would require the building to be shifted slightly more to the east towards Brooklyn Boulevard (Osseo Road) in order to maintain the 50-foot reduced buffer area to the west and the shift would also create the need to request a reduction from the 15-foot setbacks to a proposed 10-ft. setback. Mr. Benetti reviewed the impact on parking resulting from the minor shift to the building, which calls for a 10-ft. setback that encroaches 5-feet into the required 15- ft. setback from street right- of-way. He added the 5-ft. parking encroachment is minor and with added screening measures provided by the retaining wall and landscaping, this area should be well protected and screened. Mr. Benetti pointed out it was noticed on the new grading plans that a small berm is planned with no retaining wall and the wall versus berm matter must be resolved to eliminate this inconsistency. He added staff suggests in lieu of a retaining wall (if not needed), a pedestrian walkway connection be created from the parking lot area to the sidewalk located along Osseo Road and staff also requests consideration of a bicycle parking/rack area located near the front entryway of the building. Mr. Benetti explained the 2008 PUD Plans approved the required 100-foot buffer area along the westerly boundary lines to be reduced to 50-feet. This approval was based on the Applicant's proposal to provide adequate screening measures by means of landscaping and an 8-foot high cedar-wood fence. He added the 2008 plan called for a drive lane that had a slight curve inward towards the building along with a "bulge" where the parking area and loading area separate. He Page 4 5-30-13 explained the 2013 Plan indicates the roadway comes straight into the site from 49th Avenue and provides enough movement to and from the loading dock space Mr. Benetti stated both plans call for an 8-foot high cedar wood fence in the buffer area to provide protection and screening from the adjacent residential neighbors. This new fence would begin just south of the intersection of the 491h Avenue access, extending down into the site by approximately 120-feet, then tie into an existing boundary line fence on this property. He added the plan shows the existing fence to remain, however, staff feels the fence is in poor condition and is requesting the entire westerly boundary fence be replaced with an opaque 8-foot high cedar wood fence. Mr. Benetti stated Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2013-04, which comprehends the approval of Planning Application No. 2013-003, the Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment to the 2008 Minneapolis Building Center II Planned Unit Development Project. Commissioner Christensen asked if the area proposed for the fence will contain a berm? Mr. Eitel replied there is a berm on the north side of the property and the fence located on the west side does not sit on a berm. He added proper screening (8 ft.) is required between residential property and Industrial zoned property. Chair Burfeind stated the Commission has studied the Brooklyn Boulevard corridor and he is happy to see the 10 ft. setback to allow safe pedestrian traffic along the Boulevard. PUBLIC HEARING—APPLICATION NO. 2013-003 There was a motion by Commissioner Christensen, seconded by Commissioner Schonning, to open the public hearing on Application No. 2013-003, at 7:533 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. Chair Burfeind called for comments from the public. Mr. Tim McLaughin, 3129 491h Avenue N, stated he is concerned the existing fence does not follow the property line. Mr. Benetti replied the city is recommending the entire fence be replaced and an 8 ft. opaque screening be provided along all the residential properties that abut the site. Mr. Eitel added the fence and additional landscaping will be added to the site and will be located on the applicant's property to provide buffering and screening. Mr. Benetti stated the City and Applicant would work with Mr. McLaughin for appropriate placement of the fence and landscaping. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING There was a motion by Commissioner Schonning, seconded by Commissioner Christensen, to close the public hearing on Application No. 2013-003. The motion passed unanimously. The Chair called for further discussion or questions from the Commissioners. Page 5 5-30-13 Commissioner Christensen stated he recommends staff works with Mr. McLaughin regarding the screening and landscaping near his home. Mr. Benetti stated a recommendation could be added showing a revised landscape plan and can be provided back to the Commission for review. Commissioner Christensen stated he likes the idea of adding a sidewalk on the corner of the site. The Commissioners interposed no objections to approval of the Application. ACTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2013-04 REGARDING THE RECOMMENDED DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2013-003 SUBMITTED BY MBC II, LLC/PAUL HYDE FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2008 MINESPOLIS BUILDING CENTER II PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT (FORMER HOWE FERTILIZER SITE — 4821 XERXES AVENUE Nl There was a motion by Commissioner Christensen, seconded by Commissioner Schonning, to approve Planning Commission Resolution No. 2013-04. Voting in favor: Chair Burfeind, Commissioners Christensen, Freedman, and Schonning And the following voted against the same: None The motion passed unanimously. The Council will consider the application at its June 10, 2013 meeting. The applicant must be present. Major changes to the application as reviewed by the Planning Commission will require that the application be returned to the Commission for reconsideration. APPLICATION NO. 2013-004 — SURLY BREWING COMPANY/OMAR ANSARI 4811 DUSHARME DRIVE Chair Burfeind introduced Application No. 2013-004, Special Use Permit to authorize the establishment of a new "Taproom" (pursuant to City Ordinance No. 2013-01 Minnesota Statutes 340A.301, Subdivision 6(c), (i), or (g).) which would also approve the retail sales of products manufactured or processed at a facility located in the I-2 (General Industry)District. (See Planning Commission Information Sheet dated 5-30-2013 for Application No. 2013-004.) Mr. Benetti stated the property is zoned I-2 (General Industry) and provides for manufacturing and wholesaling uses along with some high intensive service uses and truck terminals. He added Surly Brewing is operating as a Beverage (beer, wine and distilled alcohol) Manufacturer and is a permitted use. A special use permit would allow Surly to offer to the general public beer samples with limited snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Mr. Benetti explained with the recent adoption of State legislation, a taproom license now allows brewers to sell their products on-site instead of shipping to off-site retail uses. He pointed out the brewery facility consists of 23,380 gross sq. ft. consisting of beer manufacturing and storage, an office area, restrooms, merchandise room, and common area, which is slated to become the future taproom. He added Mr. Ansari's diagram indicates the taproom occupies a space of 45' x 30', or 1,350 sq. ft. of the southeast corner of the brewery. Page 6 5-30-13 Mr. Benetti explained the taproom will be open from Wednesday to Friday, 3:00 to 10:00 p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 Noon to 10:00 p.m. and is intended to be open after the larger, regular beer manufacturing employees complete their shift, which is 3:00 p.m. He added the taproom will be professionally staffed and serve only beer. Mr. Benetti provided information regarding the building and lot layout including: • The building site was constructed in 1961 and has a large parking area to the south of the main building, which is served by an access from Dusharme Drive. The cul-de-sac portion of Dusharme extends almost to the front edge of the building and encroaches into the required 35-foot front yard setback which creates a non-conforming situation. • The current parking lot is trapezoidal in shape which makes a standard parking design somewhat difficult to stripe or lay out. Most of the main employee parking is confined to the outer (southern and western) lot lines, consisting of approximately 26-28 parking spaces, with six vehicle spaces near the main front entryway. The central part of the parking lot is unstriped due to the need for truck deliveries and movements inside the site. Mr. Benetti also explained staff prepared a proposed parking plan layout which includes keeping and expanding the outer parking areas and creating new 60-degree angled parking area in the main center portion of the lot with 50 on-site parking spaces and 19 off-site spaces. He added the brewery has provided tours over the years and parking has not been an issue with the surrounding uses. Mr. Benetti stated Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2013-05 approving the special use permit based on the grounds that the new standards for granting a special use permit have been or will be met and the special use permit appears to be an appropriate and fitting use with the general purposes and intent of the ordinance. Linda Haug, representing Surly Brewery Company, introduced herself to the Commission. Chair Burfeind asked if the taproom might change the number of events that Surly has on site. Ms. Haug stated Surly would anticipate continuing the special events twice a year. Mr. Benetti added when Surly has their special events, permission is granted by adjoining property owners for parking and there have not been issues in the past. He added the addition of the taproom would not affect the other special events they have on the property. Commissioner Freedman stated he is excited about the taproom and asked if there are any concerns with traffic flow since employees will be leaving at the same time the taproom opens. Ms. Haug replied they are open to changing the hours but did not anticipate any issues with traffic flow on the site. PUBLIC HEARING—APPLICATION NO. 2013-004 There was a motion by Commissioner Christensen, seconded by Commissioner Schonning, to open the public hearing on Application No. 2013-004, at 8:18 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. Page 7 5-30-13 Chair Burfeind called for comments from the public. There were no persons that appeared for the public hearing. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING There was a motion by Commissioner Schonning, seconded by Commissioner Christensen, to close the public hearing on Application No. 2013-004. The motion passed unanimously. The Chair called for further discussion or questions from the Commissioners. Chair Burfeind stated he doesn't feel with the numbers proposed there would be any issues with parking on the site. Mr. Benetti replied that people usually come in groups for the tours and events and it is very spotty traffic. He added the owner wants to make sure there are no issues with parking and he is confident he will manage the site appropriately. Mr. Eitel added the City would like to take every opportunity to make sure Surly stays in the city and the business continues to grow and flourish. Chair Burfeind stated he feels having Surly in the City is a huge asset to the City and draws positive attention. The Commissioners interposed no objections to approval of the Application. ACTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2013-05 REGARDING THE RECOMMENDED DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2013-004 SUBMITTED BY OMAR ANSARI OF SURLY BREWING COMPANY FOR SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW THE RETAIL SALES OF PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED OR PROCESSED AT A USE SITE LOCATED IN THE 1-2 GENERAL INDUSTRY DISTRICT(4811 DUSHARME DRIVE) There was a motion by Commissioner Freedman, seconded by Commissioner Schonning, to approve Planning Commission Resolution No. 2013-05. Voting in favor: Chair Burfeind, Commissioners Christensen, Freedman, and Schonning And the following voted against the same: None The motion passed unanimously. The Council will consider the application at its June 10, 2013 meeting. The applicant must be present. Major changes to the application as reviewed by the Planning Commission will require that the application be returned to the Commission for reconsideration. RECONSIDERATION OF A PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 34 (SIGNS) AND CHAPTER 35 (ZONING) OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES REGARDING THE ALLOWANCE OF DYNAMIC MESSAGE SIGNS (DMS) TO PUBLIC PLACES AND USES, AND ADDING NEW DEFINITIONS OF "PUBLIC USES" TO THE CITY CODE. Page 8 5-30-13 Mr. Benetti explained the City Council reviewed the Planning Commission's recommendations at their May 13, 2013 meeting and was favorable toward the recommendation and draft ordinance. However, the Council was concerned with allowing DMS' in residential areas and felt added measures should be incorporated to provide notification to adjacent neighbors through the special use permit review process. He added if the City were to adopt the special use permit process into the proposed ordinance, an applicant seeking to install a DMS on a public use site would be required to submit a planning application, pay a $200 fee and provide a response that addresses special use standards. He added property owners within 150 ft. of the property would be notified of the request for a special use permit to allow a DMS on a public site. Mr. Benetti reviewed the language being proposed amending Chapter 34 and 35 of the City Ordinance and the process for a special use permit approval. Commissioner Christensen asked if the ordinance amendment could state a distance greater than150 ft. distance from residential properties be notified. Mr. Eitel replied the current standards state any special use permit approval requires a notice within 150 ft. of the property when abutting a residential property. Chair Burfeind stated since there are current locations with non-conforming DMS signs, would they be required to go thru the special use process in order to be compliant, or are they grandfathered in and allowed to remain. Mr. Benetti responded that existing signs are grandfathered in but they must meet all ordinance standards including the requirement to remain static for eight seconds or more. He added if an existing sign is being modified other than just changing out the face on the sign or cabinet, it must go through the special use permit process. PUBLIC HEARING - RECONSIDERATION OF A PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 34 (SIGNS) AND CHAPTER 35 (ZONING) OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES REGARDING THE ALLOWANCE OF DYNAMIC MESSAGE SIGNS (DMS) TO PUBLIC PLACES AND USES AND ADDING NEW DEFINITIONS OF "PUBLIC USES" TO THE CITY CODE. There was a motion by Commissioner Christensen, seconded by Commissioner Freedman, to open the public hearing on a Proposed Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 34 (Signs) and Chapter 35 (Zoning) of the City Code of Ordinances regarding the allowance of dynamic message signs (DMS)to public places and uses, and adding new definitions of"Public Uses"to the City Code, at 8:40 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. Chair Burfeind called for comments from the public. Tom [?], Chair of Church Council, Brookdale Covenant Church, asked if existing signs are grandfathered specifically related to the 8 second rule? Mr. Benetti responded all existing signs will be considered lawful signs but must meet all current and proposed standards. Chair Burfeind responded the eight second rule was based on information gathered by staff. Mr. Benetti stated the initial recommendation by the Commission was to go one hour and after hearing from a number of churches, they went from one hour to an eight second rule which is Page 9 5-30-13 typical for the industry standards in residential areas. He added currently a two second rule exists in the commercial areas and staff is considering reviewing that also. Tom asked about the process for approval. Mr. Benetti stated if a favorable recommendation is provided by the Planning Commission, this will be presented to the City Council at the June lot" meeting. He continued there is then a 1St and 2nd reading and could take up to 60 days. The ordinance is then published and 30 days later becomes effective. Mr. Eric Faegere, Unity Temple Church, asked if they are free to work different animations in the sign after the eight seconds. Mr. Benetti replied the message must stay static or stationary for eight seconds and cannot scroll, transition or move. Mr. Faegere asked if it could go from eight to five seconds. Mr. Benetti replied that there was a lot of discussion amongst the Planning Commission and it was Unity Temple Church that requested the eight seconds. He encouraged Mr. Faegere to attend the City Council public hearing if he wishes to pursue the five seconds. Pastor McKinley Moore, Jehovah Jireh Church, 6120 Xerxes Ave, stated they do not currently have a DMS sign. He asked about the Commission's rationale with suggesting the eight second static sign requirements. He agrees five seconds seems more acceptable for the message to remain static and asked for information regarding brightness standards on the signs. Mr. Benetti replied the city has not tested if existing signs meet brightness standards but they feel the signs are okay at this point. He added most signs can be adjusted for brightness and clarity of the message. He also stated the city has not received any complaints at this point and if there were any complaints,the City would respond and ask the sign to be dimmed to meet city's standards. Mr. Moore asked about the limitation of 50% of the sign. Chair Burfeind responded that if the sign is a DMS, only 50% of the sign can be allotted for the DMS part, the rest of the sign could be lighted but the message cannot move or change. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING There was a motion by Commissioner Christensen, seconded by Commissioner Freedman, to close the public hearing. The motion passed unanimously. The Chair called for further discussion or questions from the Commissioners. The Commissioners interposed no objections to approval of the Application. ACTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF A PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 34 (SIGNS) AND CHAPTER 35 (ZONING) OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES REGARDING THE ALLOWANCE OF DYNAMIC MESSAGE SIGNS (DMS) TO PUBLIC PLACES AND USES AND ADDING NEW DEFINITIONS OF "PUBLIC USES" TO THE CITY CODE. There was a motion by Commissioner Freedman, seconded by Commissioner Schonning, to approve the proposed ordinance amendment to Chapter 34 (Signs) and Chapter 35 (Zoning). Voting in favor: Chair Burfeind, Commissioners Christensen, Freedman, and Schonning Page 10 5-30-13 And the following voted against the same: None The motion passed unanimously. The Council will consider the ordinance amendment at its June 10, 2013 meeting. DISCUSSION ITEMS REVIEW OF THE PUD/C1A ZONING FOR THE EMBASSY SUITES PROJECT AND CONCEPTUAL DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR A FOUR STORY, 81 ROOM CANDLEWOOD EXTENDED STAY HOTEL Mr. Eitel explained the focus of the item is to reacquaint the Planning Commission with the existing zoning and general development plan for the Embassy Suites PUD, review the site conditions relating to access and the unique features of the pond, trail and relationship to the Earle Brown Heritage Center. Mr. Eitel continued that the process will involve a public hearing to review amending the 2005 PUD and approve the development plans, finalize a resolution and development agreement in order to facilitate construction of a four story, 81-room Candlewood Extended Stay Hotel on the Phase II parcel. Mr. Eitel provided a background of the site and an overview of the proposed development on the site. He explained how they would like to incorporate the proposed hotel with the existing buildings and pond around it. Mr. Eitel stated there will be a June 27th public hearing to amend the PUD. Commissioner Christensen asked why "we" want to own the pond. Mr. Eitel responded so the City can properly maintain the pond. CONCEPTUAL DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT OF 6801- 6837 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD (FORMER BROOKDALE HONDA SITE) Mr. Eitel explained the focus of the discussion item is to review the existing PUD zoning and general development plan for the Luther Honda and Toyota Dealerships, review site conditions and options for fencing, landscaping and screening to the adjacent residential properties and to identify a meeting schedule that would facilitate the necessary approvals to enable construction in 2013. Mr. Eitel continued by reviewing the history of the development of these two lots and stated that The Luther Company has requested an extension to the completion deadline specifically regarding the private improvements including fencing and landscaping. Mr. Eitel also reviewed the tentative schedule for review and consideration associated with an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan, rezoning, platting and site plan approval to expand the Honda site to include three residential lots (3955, 4001 &4007 - 691h Avenue N). Page 11 5-30-13 Mr. Eitel also reviewed Luther's plan to build a new Volkswagen dealership at 681h and Brooklyn Boulevard. He stated they acquired the old bus company building and Atlantis Pool to expand storage behind the Chevrolet dealership. Mr. Eitel provided an updated overview of anticipated development taking place at Shingle Creek Crossing. There were no other discussion items. OTHER BUSINESS There was no other business. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Christensen, seconded by Commissioner Schonning, to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 9:47 p.m. Chair Recorded and transcribed by: Rebecca Crass Page 12 5-30-13