HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015 09-17 PCPPLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
September 17, 2015
1. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM
2. Administer Oath of Office: New Commissioner Susan Tade
3. ROLL CALL
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
• Motion to Approve the Agenda for September 17, 2015
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• Motion to Approve the August 13, 2015 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
6. CHAIRPERSON'S EXPLANATION
The Planning Commission is 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.
7. PLANNING ITEMS
a) Spiritual Life Church Planning App. No. 2015-008
Property Address: 6865 Shingle Creek Parkway
PUBLIC HEARING – Consideration of a Special Use Permit to allow the
installation of a new dynamic message sign (DMS) with a public use in the C-1
Service/Office District
Requested Planning Commission Action:
• Direct Staff to present Planning Report;
• Motion to open Public Hearing; take public input;
• Motion to close Public Hearing;
• Commission discuss requested item:
• Motion to adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 2015-08
8. DISCUSSION ITEMS
• Planning Staff update of on-going or proposed development projects
9. ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF
HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA
AUGUST 13, 2015
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Christensen at 7:05 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Chair Randy Christensen, Commissioners Stephen Schonning, Alexander Koenig, Rochelle
Sweeney, and Carlos Morgan (arrived at 7:22 p.m.) were present. Commissioner John
MacMillan was absent and excused. Also present were Secretary to the Planning Commission
Tim Benetti, Director of Business & Development Gary Eitel, and Denise Bosch, TimeSaver Off
Site Secretarial, Inc.
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
There was a motion by Commissioner Schonning, seconded by Commissioner Sweeney, to
approve the agenda for the August 13, 2015 meeting.
Motion passed unanimously.
4. CHAIR’S EXPLANATION
Chair Christensen 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.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – JULY 16, 2015
There was a motion by Commissioner Sweeney, seconded by Commissioner Schonning, to
approve the minutes of the July 16, 2015 meeting.
Motion passed unanimously.
6. PLANNING APPLICATION ITEMS
6a) APPLICATION NO. 2015-007; CASS & ASSOCIATES; CONSIDERATION
OF A SITE AND BUILDIING PLAN OF 26,253 SQUARE FEET
ADDITION TO THE EXISTING CASS SCREW MACHINE PRODUCTS
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FACILITY, LOCATED IN THE I-2 GENERAL INDUSTRY DISTRICT
(4800 LILAC DRIVE NORTH)
Chair Christensen introduced Application No. 2015-007, consideration of a site and building
plan of 26,253 square feet addition to the existing Cass Screw Machine Products Facility, located
in the I-2 General Industry District (4800 Lilac Drive North).
Mr. Benetti provided the application background, aerial photos, the comprehensive plan and
zoning standards, site and building improvements, parking and access plans,
grading/drainage/utilities, landscape and tree plan, and the City Engineer review. He stated that
the staff will work with Cass & Associate’s architects/design team to revise and provide an
amended landscape plan that meets the City’s landscape policy; and staff will ensure any updated
plan is approved prior to issuance of any building permits. He also stated that the driveway
apron size is considered a legal non-conforming or a “grandfathered” right. City engineers are
concerned that the applicant is going to be expanding the apron by approximately 25 feet. He
stated that planning staff will be working with the engineers and the applicant on alternative
plans to address the issue. He stated that the engineers have also asked for the elimination of the
parking tab on the south side of the building because they felt it was unwarranted even though
they have identified this as an existing truck maneuvering space for trucks across the street. He
stated that the planning staff has alternatives that they will be discussing with the applicant. He
stated that if the applicant agrees to accept the recommendations from the engineers that include
not expanding the driveway and eliminating the parking tab, then the site plan could move
forward. If the applicant does not accept the recommendations, then staff would request
additional time to work with the applicant and their engineers and table the item. He stated that
if the applicant would like to expand the driveway, they should be submitting for a variance
because any non-conforming use or situation like this can only be allowed under a variance
process. He stated that commissioners have the choice to adopt the resolution as it stands which
would include the recommendations made by the engineer or request to table the item and give
staff more time to work with the applicant to resolve the issues.
Chair Christensen asked for clarification on the location of the new loading dock. Mr. Benetti
pointed out the dock location.
Chair Christensen asked if the two existing docks were staying.
Steven Wise, President of Cass Screw Machine, stated that the existing loading docks will not be
used for loading and unloading trucks. They will use the docks for existing loading truck
parking. He stated that he thinks they can do without the driveway expansion.
Chair Christensen asked about handicapped parking. Mr. Benetti replied that handicap
accessibility issues are handled by the City’s Building Department. He was not sure how many
parking spots are required, but thinks the applicant is meeting the requirements based on the type
of use and activity.
Chair Christensen asked about the location of the main lobby. Mr. Wise pointed out the areas
that will be re-tooled to allow for handicap accessibility.
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Mr. Benetti stated the engineers are telling him that they don’t want the loading bay at the
current location. He prefers to have the City engineer and the applicant’s engineer meet to work
it out. The applicant is asking for a turning movement and the City needs to make sure a semi-
truck can safely maneuver in the area. If not, the parking spots will need to go.
Director of Business and Development Gary Eitel stated that Commissioners could move
approval with the stipulation that the issues would be worked out. If the issues cannot be worked
out, then it would come back as a variance. He stated that the argument could be built that the
driveway is a lawful non-conforming use and it is a non-variance application. The developer
could work with the City engineers regarding the truck turning movement. He stated that
historically trucks on this road have had to stop on the road and back in to unload. He stated that
the other question was if the applicant needed the parking tab area.
Chair Christensen asked about the parking tab area being used by the adjacent property. Mr.
Wise verified that the property was owned by Cass & Associates and that it may not be mission
critical. He stated that the company’s truck drivers have been practicing turning around in the
area without the parking tab and they are able to, but it would be helpful if they could keep it.
They would respectfully ask that they can keep it, but if it would hold up things they can do
without it.
Mr. Eitel and Mr. Benetti talked about an alternative way to keep the parking tab that they will
continue to work on with the City engineer.
Chair Christensen stated that the City wants to work with people to make progress happen but it
needs to work within the zoning requirements.
Mr. Benetti stated that the alternative would be within zoning requirements but may not be to the
engineer’s liking.
Chair Christensen stated that he did not think the Mayor would want to go against established
City zoning requirements. He asked Mr. Benetti if staff was recommending that the Commission
approve the resolution with the two issues to be resolved.
Mr. Benetti stated that he believes that the City can work with the applicant. He believes there is
a solution and if the Planning Commission will trust Staff to move this forward, they could
approve the resolution with the understanding that the issues will get worked out. The resolution
would not be brought to the City Council until it had the engineer’s approval. He would also like
the applicant’s architect and/or engineer involved in the process. If substantial changes would
occur, the proposal would be brought back to the Planning Commission for further review.
Commissioner Koenig asked what the engineer’s concern was with changing the parking tab
since it has been in long-term use.
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Mr. Benetti stated that the concern is primarily backing trucks up across a roadway system. He
stated that this area does not have a lot of traffic and people in the area are used to waiting for the
trucks.
Commissioner Koenig questioned if changing the parking tab would cause more concern
considering the area is somewhat self-contained and there is an established route. He asked why
a curvature was put into the plan. Mr. Wise stated that the curvature was an engineer design. He
doesn’t think the semi-trucks would have a problem maneuvering without the curvature.
Chair Christensen stated he thought the purpose was also to keep the preexisting opening to the
same size rather than opening it up further.
Mr. Benetti stated that under current ordinance you can leave a non-conforming event or use like
this alone, but if you try to expand on it you will need a variance. You can decrease the size but
not increase it. He stated that this opening has probably been 125 feet wide since 1956 and if the
opening is tied back to the old opening, it would be considered a non-enlargement.
Chair Christensen talked about his difficulty with the point system used to determine the tree
landscaping. He asked if the small, decorative versions of the River Birch tree are considered a
shade tree. Mr. Benetti stated that the applicant’s design architect was open to the City’s
recommendations, but felt that River Birch trees should be considered a shade tree. He stated
that the River Birch tree does not fall under the City’s shade tree listing and that he had
suggested that there be four or five new Lindens or Maples planted.
Chair Christensen stated that there were three issues to work out with the applicant.
Mr. Benetti stated that the resolution is solid and can still move on with the understanding that
staff will work out the details. If there is something major that needs to be brought back, it will
put on the next Planning Commission agenda.
Chair Christensen stated that he thought the three issues being worked out satisfactorily should
be part of the recommendation approval.
Chair Christensen asked Mr. Wise if they had an issue with the City’s tree recommendation. Mr.
Wise stated that they had no issue and will accommodate the City’s requests regarding the trees.
Chair Christensen stated that he is a proponent and an opponent to the point system because it
doesn’t always make sense, but there has to be a standard.
Mr. Wise stated that they have always kept their buildings in good order and they will do the best
they can and work with City engineers.
ACTION TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION
NO. 2015-07 REGARDING THE RECOMMENDED DISPOSITION OF PLANNING
COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2015-007 SUBMITTED BY CASS SCREW MACHINE
PRODUCTS
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There was a motion by Commissioner Morgan, seconded by Commissioner Sweeney, to approve
Planning Commission Resolution No. 2015-07, subject to the understanding the revised
landscaping plan and trees will meet City Code and satisfaction of Planning Staff; the main
driveway and access to the new loading area is revised according to city staff recommendations;
and the easterly driveway tab that services truck movements for the Cass facility across the street
is removed or approved by the City Engineer.
Commissioner Morgan spoke about the merits of the point system. He asked Mr. Wise if they
had had a good year and if they were ISO certified. Mr. Wise replied that they were not ISO
certified and that they were having a very good year and their employees are working overtime.
Commissioner Schonning thanked Mr. Wise for not making a cinder block box and for putting
some texture on the exterior of the building. He stated that it is great to see growth and
opportunity coming to the City.
Commissioner Morgan commented on the change in the applicant’s business profile/products
over the years from domestic to more international.
Mr. Wise invited the Commissioners to come by for a tour.
Mr. Schonning thanked Mr. Wise for expanding in Brooklyn Center.
Voting in favor: Chair Christensen, Commissioners Koenig, Morgan, Schonning, and
Sweeney.
And the following voted against the same: None
The motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Wise asked if they could consider the plans approved by the City and go forward.
Mr. Eitel stated that the City Council will consider the resolution and it would be unusual for the
City Council not to accept the Planning Commission’s recommendation.
Chair Christensen stated that the planning staff does a great job of working through the details
and the recommendation should be accepted.
Mr. Eitel talked about the significance of the applicant staying in Brooklyn Center without any
financial incentives/assistance.
The Council will consider the application at its August 24, 2015 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.
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6. DISCUSSION ITEMS
There were no other discussion items.
7. OTHER BUSINESS
None at this time.
8. ADJOURNMENT
There was a motion by Commissioner Schonning, seconded by Commissioner Sweeney, to
adjourn the Planning Commission meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting
adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN ) ss. Certification of Minutes
CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER )
The undersigned, being the duly qualified and assigned Secretary to the Planning Commission of
the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, certifies:
1. That attached hereto is a full, true, and complete transcript of the minutes of a Regular
Session of the Planning Commission of the City of Brooklyn Center held on August 13,
2015.
2. That said meeting was held pursuant to due call and notice thereof and was duly held at
Brooklyn Center City Hall.
3. That the Planning Commission approved said minutes at its September 17, 2015 regular
meeting.
_______________________________ _______________________________
Tim Benetti, Secretary Randall Christensen, Chair
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Planning Commission Report
Meeting Date: September 17, 2015
Application No. 2015-008
Applicant: Spiritual Life Church
Location: 6865 Shingle Creek Parkway
Request: Special Use Permit to allow a new dynamic message sign (DMS) with a public use
INTRODUCTION
Spiritual Life Ministries is requesting a Special Use Permit to allow the installation of a new
dynamic message sign (DMS) with a public use. Pursuant to City Code Chapter 34-Signs, Section
34-140; Subpart 3.D, “A DMS owned or operated by a Public Use in all districts where Public Uses
are allowed may be approved by special use permit.” Chapter 34 also provides a definition for
“Public Use” as follows: “Uses, facilities and properties owned or operated by a school district,
a municipality, county, state, or other governmental units, and any religious institutions such as
churches, chapels, temples, synagogues and mosques.”
This item is being presented for review under a public hearing. Hearing notices were mailed to all
registered surrounding property owners within 350-feet of the subject property.
BACKGROUND
Spiritual Life Church is located at 6865 Shingle Creek parkway, and is situated in the C-1
Service/Office zoning district. The church currently has an existing 6.5-ft. x 11-ft. (72-sf.)
freestanding (monument style) sign located on the north/central portion of the church property,
fronting along Shingle Creek Parkway.
• Application Filed: 08/31/15
• Review Period (60-day) Deadline: 10/30/15
• Extension Declared: N/A
• Extended Review Period Deadline: N/A
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The existing sign has a top section that contains an internally lit static message of “Spiritual Life
Church” lettering with sword and shield logo; while the lower section is a changeable letters
(manual) message board.
SLC intends to replace this entire sign cabinet with a new 7-ft.-2-inch by 10-ft. cabinet (72 sq. ft.
total) with a similar “Spiritual Life Church” lettering with logo, and a new 4-ft. by 9-ft. (36-sf.)
LED changeable message display board (see image below). These lighted changeable message
boards are referred to as dynamic message signs– or DMS under Ch. 34 – Sign Code.
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Under City Code Chapter 34- Signs, a public use is allowed to have one freestanding sign not to
exceed 36 sq. ft. and no more than 10-ft. above ground level. However, properties that have two
or more street frontages are entitled to a second sign of same size; or may elect to have one
single freestanding sign not to exceed 72 sq. ft. and 15 feet in height. Due to this site having
more than two frontages, Spiritual Life Church elected to install the single, larger 72 sq. ft. sized
sign in 1998 when the church was constructed.
CITY ORDINANCE STANDARDS
Chapter 34-Sign Ordinance provides new standards that relate to dynamic message signs with
public uses. These DMS’ must be approved under the special use permit process. According to
the new ordinance, all DMS’ must comply with the following standards:
a. the DMS shall only be allowed on a freestanding sign aligned perpendicular to the
adjacent roadway system. This roadway must either be a collector or arterial
street as identified in the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
b. the area of a DMS sign is limited to an area equal to 50% of the maximum
allowable size of the freestanding sign.
c. the DMS message must remain stationary or static for 8 seconds or more;
d. the DMS shall be located no closer than 50 feet from any residential dwelling.
e. the DMS must have dimming technology that automatically adjusts its brightness
in direct correlation with ambient light conditions. Brightness shall not exceed
0.3 foot-candles above ambient light as measured from a preset distance
depending on the sign size.
In addition to these specific sign related standards, and pursuant to City Code Section 35-220,
Subdivision 2, the following standards must be met to satisfy issuance of a special use permit:
a. The establishment, maintenance or operation of the special use will promote and
enhance the general public welfare and will not be detrimental to or endanger the
public health, safety, morals or comfort.
b. The special use will not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other property in
the immediate vicinity for the purposes already permitted, nor substantially
diminish and impair property values within the neighborhood.
c. The establishment of the special use will not impede the normal and orderly
development and improvement of surrounding property for uses permitted in the
district.
d. Adequate measures have been or will be taken to provide ingress, egress and
parking so designed as to minimize traffic congestion in the public streets.
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e. The special use shall, in all other respects, conform to the applicable regulations
of the district in which it is located.
STAFF ANALYSIS
As per the sign standards noted above, the new sign appears to meet or will be able to meet the
requirements as part of any approvals. The sign is a freestanding (monument type) sign aligned
perpendicular to Shingle Creek Parkway, which is classified as a 4-lane, divided collector road.
The overall size of the sign is noted at 72 sq. ft. The proposed electronic message board is
identified as a 4-ft. by 9 -ft. or 36 sq. ft. area message board. This proposed LED message sign
would meet the 50% threshold required under this ordinance.
The sign location is well over the 50-foot spacing (measured by City GIS mapping systems) from
any adjacent residential dwellings situated to the west (approx. 415 feet away) and south
(approx. 525 feet away) of this sign location.
Any conditions of approval will ensure the 8-second message duration standard is met once the
DMS becomes operational; and the City possess the ability to measure the lighting and
brightness levels if necessary.
The analysis of this special use will provide responses to the five standards noted in 35-220,
Subdiv. 2.
a. The establishment, maintenance or operation of the special use will promote and enhance
the general public welfare and will not be detrimental to or endanger the public health,
safety, morals or comfort.
The new DMS for Spiritual Life Church will not only provide a personal and unique
means of conveying multiple messages for the benefit of their church members, but also
for the church’s college, daycare, and for messages to the general public. The
requirements that all messages must remain static for at least 8-seconds is meant to avoid
multiple changing messages every two seconds as seen in the commercial DMS signs,
and not cause too much of a distraction to the surrounding residences. The brightness
standards will be measured and determined after the sign installation, and must be
maintained according to the new City Sign Code standards. Based on these standards,
Staff does not believe this DMS will be a detriment or danger to the public health, safety
moral or comfort of the community, and may be acceptable.
b. The special use will not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other property in the
immediate vicinity for the purposes already permitted, nor substantially diminish and
impair property values within the neighborhood.
The City has the ability to ensure the Applicant/Owner will maintain and continue to
meet the required standards as noted herein for this DMS in this residential area. Any
deviations or violations of these standards would result in immediate code enforcement
action or penalties, which could include the rescinding of the special use permit and
removal of the sign itself (that is if action is ignored, problems persist or the sign
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becomes a public nuisance). Staff does not have any evidence this sign would be
injurious to the use and enjoyment of other properties in this neighborhood, nor do we
believe the sign would substantially diminish and impair property values within the
neighborhood. Staff therefore believes this DMS may be acceptable under this request.
c. The establishment of the special use will not impede the normal and orderly development
and improvement of surrounding property for uses permitted in the district.
The sign will be fully contained and maintained on the Spiritual Life Church property,
and is replacing an existing and obsolete changeable (manual) letter board sign. The sign
location is well over the 50-foot threshold from neighboring dwellings, and should have
minimal effect upon these dwellings once the sign is operational. The establishment of
this sign will not impede the normal and orderly development of the surrounding
properties as long as said sign is will maintained and meets the current sign ordinance
requirements. This will be ensured during the duration of its operation. Staff believes
this DMS use may be acceptable under this particular standard.
d. Adequate measures have been or will be taken to provide ingress, egress and parking so
designed as to minimize traffic congestion in the public streets.
This standard is not applicable or needs to be addressed under this specific DMS request.
All parking is located on the church’s property, and does not impact or affect this sign
placement, and therefore does not relate to this specific DMS request.
e. The special use shall, in all other respects, conform to the applicable regulations of the
district in which it is located.
The special use permit allowing this new DMS, and all other requirements needed to
approve said sign, such as the sign permit, will ensure the conformance to all regulations
applicable to these types of signs in these districts. City staff will ensure the sign meets
all building related requirements (such as footings, wind/snow loads, electrical hook-ups,
etc.) and will regulate brightness and message changing standards while this sign is
operational. Any deviations or violations of these standards may result in immediate
code enforcement action and/or penalties, which could include the rescinding of the
special use permit and removal of the sign. Staff believes the sign will easily meet and
maintain all regulations and standards as they apply to this new sign.
RECOMMENDATION
Planning Staff believes the standards for this special use permit and the criterion used to measure
or determine the appropriateness in allowing this new dynamic message sign (DMS) to this
public use, i.e. Spiritual Life Church, have been satisfactorily addressed or will be met upon
completion of installation.
Therefore, it is recommended that Planning Application No. 2015-008, which comprehends a
special use permit to allow the installation of the proposed DMS at the subject site may be
approved, and the Planning Commission should adopt the attached Planning Commission
Resolution No. 2015-08 with the following conditions:
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1. The new dynamic message sign (DMS) shall comply with and meet all regulations and
standards as set forth under Chapter 34 (SIGNS) and Chapter 35 (ZONING) of the City
Code of Brooklyn Center.
2. No part of this sign may be used for any off-premise advertising or off-premise uses.
Emergency messages (i.e. Amber Alerts, severe storm warning, etc.), general messages
or announcements for civic or community events, and any message containing
time/temperature/date are permitted.
3. The special use permit is issued only to Spiritual Life Church with the ability to install
and maintain a new DMS at the subject site of 6865 Shingle Creek Parkway, and is
limited to Spiritual Life Church and approved supporting uses on the subject site.
Commissioner introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2015-08
RESOLUTION REGARDING THE RECOMMENDED DISPOSITION OF
PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. 2015-008 SUBMITTED BY
SPIRITUAL LIFE MINISTRIES FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO INSTALL A
NEW DYNAMIC MESSAGE SIGN (DMS) WITH A PUBLIC USE IN THE C-1
SERVICE/OFFICE DISTRICT (6865 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY)
WHEREAS, Planning Commission Application No. 2015-008 submitted by
Spiritual Life Ministries (on behalf of Spiritual Life Church) for a Special Use Permit to install a
new dynamic message dign (DMS) with a public use in the C-1 Service/Office District, located at
6865 Shingle Creek Parkway, (the “Subject Property”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to City Code Section 34-140; Subpart 3.D, “A DMS owned or
operated by a Public Use in all districts where Public Uses are allowed may be approved by special
use permit.”; and
WHEREAS, on September 17, 2015, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed
and called public hearing, whereby a planning report was presented, and public testimony regarding
the special use permit were received and noted for the record; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission considered the Special Use Permit request in
light of all testimony received; and gave full consideration utilizing the guidelines and standards for
evaluating this special use permit as contained in Section 35-220 of the City’s Zoning Ordinance,
and determined the special use permit request complies with the general goals and objectives of the
City’s 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Advisory Commission
of the City of Brooklyn Center does hereby recommend to the City Council that Planning
Application No. 2015-008, submitted by Spiritual Life Ministries, may be approved based upon the
following considerations:
A. The establishment, maintenance or operation of the special use will
promote and enhance the general public welfare and will not be detrimental
to or endanger the public health, safety, morals or comfort.
B. The special use will not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other
property in the immediate vicinity for the purposes already permitted, nor
substantially diminish and impair property values within the neighborhood.
C. The establishment of the special use will not impede the normal and
orderly development and improvement of surrounding property for uses
permitted in the district.
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D. Adequate measures have been or will be taken to provide ingress, egress
and parking so designed as to minimize traffic congestion in the public
streets.
E. The special use shall, in all other respects, conform to the applicable
regulations of the district in which it is located.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Planning Advisory Commission of the City
of Brooklyn Center to recommend to the City Council that Planning Application No. 2015-008 be
approved subject to the following conditions and considerations:
1. The new dynamic message sign (DMS) shall comply with and meet all
regulations and standards as set forth under Chapter 34 (SIGNS) and
Chapter 35 (ZONING) of the City Code of Brooklyn Center.
2. No part of this sign may be used for any off-premise advertising or off-
premise uses. Emergency messages (i.e. Amber Alerts, severe storm
warning, etc.), general messages or announcements for civic or community
events, and any message containing time/temperature/date are permitted.
3. The special use permit is issued only to Spiritual Life Church with the
ability to install and maintain a new DMS at the subject site of 6865
Shingle Creek Parkway, and is limited to Spiritual Life Church and
approved supporting uses on the subject site.
September 17, 2015
Date Chair
ATTEST:
Secretary
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Commissioner
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Chair , Commissioners , , , , , and ;
and the following voted against the same: None;
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.