HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-01 PCR Commissioner Schonning introduced the following resolution
and moved its adoption
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2014-01
RESOLUTION REGARDING THE RECOMMENDED DISPOSITION OF
PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2014-001 SUBMITTED BY
THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER TO REZONE PROPERTIES FROM R4
(MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENCE) TO RI (ONE FAMILY RESIDENCE)
DISTRICT (PROPERTY LOCATED AT 7100 CAMDEN AVENUE NORTH)
WHEREAS, Planning Commission Application No. 2014-001 submitted by The
City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota requesting the rezoning from R4 (Multiple Family
Residence) to R1 (One Family Residence) District, for the property located at 7100 Camden
Avenue North; and
WHEREAS, the proposal comprehends the rezoning of the above mentioned
properties to facilitate the planned and future development of the city's new water treatment
facility; and
WHEREAS, the rezoning of this site from R4 (Multiple Family Residence) to R1
(One Family Residence) District would allow the City to apply under separate considerations a
special use permit, pursuant to City Code Section 35-310; Subpara. 2. Special Uses, specifically
as a "Publicly-owned structure" and "Other noncommercial uses required for the public welfare
in an R1 district, as determined by the City Council"; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a duly called public hearing on May 1,
2014, whereby a planning report was presented and public testimony regarding the rezoning were
received, and
WHEREAS, the current underlying land use of PRO-RU (Public/Recreation/Open
Space and Railroad/Utility) would support the zone change of this site to an R1 district, as this
same district supports a number of public uses and utility services throughout the community; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission considered the rezoning request in light of
all testimony received, the guidelines for evaluating rezoning contained in Section 35-208 of the
City's Zoning Ordinance, along with the provisions and standards of the RI One Family Residence
District contained in Section 35-310 of the City's Zoning Ordinance; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Advisory Commission
of the City of Brooklyn Center to recommend to the City Council that Application No. 2014-001
submitted by The City of Brooklyn Center be approved based upon the following findings:
A. The proposed rezoning appears to demonstrate a clear and public need or
benefit to the community and regional area, as it will improve the
appearance of the city and enhance the quality of life, the production of
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safe, clean drinking water for the community, and civic pride in this
neighborhood area;
B. The rezoning and its related development of the water treatment facility
will not be a detriment to the neighborhood, and should provide a positive
impact on the community;
C. The rezoning will facilitate the redevelopment of this site, which will be
compatible with the goals and policies of the City's Comprehensive Plan
and underlying land use plan.
D. The proposed zoning is consistent and compatible with the surrounding
land use classifications;
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Planning Advisory Commission of the
City of Brooklyn Center, hereby recommend to the City Council that Application No. 2014-001
submitted by the City of Brooklyn Center requesting to change the zoning of the subject parcel
from R4 to R1, be made subject to the following conditions:
1. The rezoning is subject to the successful acceptance and approval by the
City Council of the related special use permit and site plan for the city's
new water treatment facility on the the subject site.
2. All conditions noted in the City Engineer's Review Memorandum (dated
04/25/14) and all other subsequent or updated conditions required by the
City Engineer are submitted and/or fulfilled.
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May 1, 2014
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ATTEST:
Secretary
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner
Christensen.
and upon vote being taken thereon,the following voted in favor thereof-
Chair Burfeind, Commissioners Christensen and Schonning.
and the following voted against the same:
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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