HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-002 Information Sheet 1900 57th Avenue NorthApplication Filed on 1-20-10City Council Action Should BeTaken By 3-21-10 (60 Days)Planning Commission Information SheetApplication No.2010-002Applicant: EDA of Brooklyn CenterLocation:
NW Quadrant of Logan and 57th Avenues NorthRequest: Preliminary PlatThe Economic Development Authority (EDA) for the City of Brooklyn Center is processing a preliminary plat to facilitate
the consolidation of six lots into one 7.32 acre lot and a 0.86 acre outlot as part of the planning and marketing of this property for redevelopment.Additionally, as part of the replatting
of this property, additional right of way width will be provided along 57th Avenue and Logan Avenue to assure there will be sufficient boulevard areas for future streetscape and trail/sidewalk
improvements. ZONINGThe property is currently zoned C-2 Commerce District.COMPREHENSIVE PLANThe Land Use Element of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update, identified this site as a multi
use district including commercial (retail business, office/service), residential (townhome and multi-family) and public and semi-public uses.EASEMENT DEDICATIONThe dedication of additional
right of way to provide a minimum of a 20 ft. boulevard area from the back of the curb and then the ten foot standard drainage utility easement along the property lines adjoining public
right of ways.This additional right of way width is consistent with the boulevard areas required for the Bass Lake Road Streetscape Improvements.EASEMENT VACATIONSAs part of the replatting
process, the City will be proceeding with the necessary notifications and hearings to vacate old and unused easements associated with the Northbrook Center Addition plat and the former
Morgan Avenue corridor.STAFF COMMENTThe preliminary plat has been sent to Hennepin County Transportation Department and the Minnesota State Highway Department for their review and comment.Additionally,
a public hearing has been scheduled for this preliminary plan and notice of the Planning Commission’s consideration of this matter has been published in the Brooklyn Center Sun Post.RECOMMENDATIONThe
proposed preliminary plat appears to be in order and approval of the application is recommended subject to at least the following conditions:The final plat is subject to review and approval
by the City Engineer.The final plat is subject to the provisions of Chapter 15 (Platting) of the City Ordinances.All drainage and utility easements recommended to be vacated by the City
Engineer shall be vacated by ordinance amendment prior to final plat approval.All easements required by the City Engineer for drainage and utility purposes shall be executed prior to
final plat approval.