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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-07-06 Joint Board MINStillwater City/Township Joint Planning Board July 6, 2000 Present for Stillwater Township: Supervisor David Johnson and Supervisor Ken LaBoda Present for City of Stillwater: Council Member Terry Zoller Others: Township Planner Meg McMonigal, Community Development Director Steve Russell, City Attorney David Magnuson Chairman David Johnson called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Approval of minutes: Mr. Zoller, seconded by Mr. LaBoda, moved approval of the minutes of April 18, 2000; motion passed 2-0, with Mr. LaBoda abstaining. Case No. SUB/00-30 A subdivision of 22.75 acre lot into four lots of 6.16 acres, 3.37 acres, 3.24 acres and 3.15 acres with two outlots at the northwest corner of Highway 36 and Highway 5 intersection in the CRD, Campus Research and Development District. Coen and Stumpf and Associates Inc., representing Jim Bradshaw, applicant. Mr. Russell explained the site. He noted that according to the Orderly Annexation plan, the site is designated as Campus Research, not retail. He stated that the subdivision deviates from the 5- acre lot minimum designated for the Campus Research District; however, that is allowable if the applicant takes a Planned Unit Development approach, which is being done. He stated the developer has done a lot to control runoff QEMIY2006an extensive trail system. The proposal has received the support of the Brown's Creek Watershed District and the Stillwater City Council, subject to Joint Board approval. Mr. Bradshaw was present. He said plans are to relocate the Stillwater funeral home to a park- like setting, similar to the Peace Garden in Rochester. He said it will be a special site and provide a gateway to the City. 120 parking spaces are provided, and one-half a lot will be for infiltration purposes. He also noted existing pine trees are being retained. No comments were received during the public hearing. Ms. McMonigal asked whether the driveway access from Highway 5/36 had been reviewed for safety. Mr. Russell said the access may have to be moved; MnDOT will comment on that issue in the final plan review. Lucy Golish, 12563 N. 62"d St., said initially she was concerned about water runoff. However, she said that issue has been addressed well, and she is pleased with Mr. Bradshaw's plans. Mr. Zoller, seconded by Mr. LaBoda, moved to support the concept plans; motion passed unanimously. Case No. ZANI/00-3 A zoning map amendment to rezone a 55,254-square-foot parcel at 7970 Neal Avenue North, Lot 3, Block 2, Neal Meadows from Agricultural Preservation, AP, to 1 Stillwater City/Township Joint Planning Board July 6, 2000 Single Family Residential, RA. Wesley Investments Inc., Jon Whitcomb, representing Michael G. Gibson, applicant. Case No. SUB/00-34 A subdivision of Lot 3, Block 2 Neal Meadows, 7970 Neal Avenue N. into three lots of 31,254, 12,001 and 11,999 square feet. Wesley Investments, Jon Whitcomb, representing Michael G. Gibson, applicant. Mr. Russell explained the area west of Neal Avenue was ghost platted prior to being subdivided. Two of the requested three lots are on Creekside, with the existing house on Neal Avenue. The lots all meet minimum lot size requirements, as well as conditions regarding park dedication and utility easements. Mr. Whitcomb stated no variances are necessary. The applicants is working with the city engineer on utilities. No public comments were received during the public hearing. Mr. LaBoda moved to approve Case No. ZAM/00-3 and Case No. SUB/00-34. Mr. Zoller seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. There was a brief discussion regarding taking the incremental approach to rezoning requests in the annexation areas or pre-zoning. Mr. MAV20QEbted that landowners wanted flexibility in when to request annexation. Case No. CPA/00-1 A Comprehensive Plan Amendment changing the land use designation of lands in the Phase II expansion area located between McKusick Road and Boutwell Avenue east of Manning Avenue. US Homes, applicant. Mr. Russell noted that the applicant is proposing the same land uses as indicated in the Comprehensive Plan but the location of the uses has changed: from large lot Single Family to Townhouse Residential; from Townhouse Residential to small lot Single Family; and from small lot Single Family to Parks and Open Space. The density of the proposed development is not greater than allowed in the Comprehensive Plan and the number of units proposed is less than allowed in the Comprehensive Plan. Both the City and Town planning commissioners have reviewed the proposal and recommended approval to their respective boards. Present were Bill Pritchard of Orrin Thompson Homes and Paul Pearson of the developer's engineering firm. Mr. Pritchard reviewed the reasons for the requested changes, including mitigating the environmental impact on Brown's Creek by moving the multi-family use from its previous location to the proposed location at Boutwell and Manning. He stated the townhouse units will be a minimum of 1000 feet from Manning and will be screened by a berm. He showed graphics of how the berm will look. 2 Stillwater City/Township Joint Planning Board July 6, 2000 Tom Kelzenberg, 12550 McKusick Road N., asked whether the area by the Zephyr rail tracks will be single-family. Mr. Pritchard responded in the affirmative. There were no other comments during the public hearing. Mr. Zoller asked if the proposal had been before the Town Board. Mr. Johnson stated the Town Board had instructed its Joint Board representatives to support the proposal. Mr. LaBoda raised a concern about traffic and asked how long it might be before a traffic signal is installed at Manning/County Road 12. Mr. Russell noted that is a County Board decision. Mr. Russell said there is a need for a signal at that intersection, and he agreed the traffic volume will affect access from Manning onto Boutwell. While the traffic may be inconvenient, Mr. Russell said the projected traffic numbers can be handled with the existing roadways. Mr. Zoller, seconded by Mr. LaBoda, moved approval of CPA/00-1; motion passed unanimously. Case No. ZAT/00-02 Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment establishing a new Cove Cottage Residential (CCR) District. US Homes, applicant. Case No. ZAT/00-03 Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment establishing a new Cove Townhouse Residential District (CTHR) District. US Homes, applicant. Case No. ZAT/00-04 Zoning Ordinance TQWNffi)Mment establishing a new Cove Traditional Residential (CTR) District. US Homes, applicant. Mr. Russell explained the Zoning Ordinance text amendments implement the Comprehensive Plan land use. The CTHR district will be 3,000 square feet per unit. The CCR lots will be 8,000 square feet, while the CTR district lots will be between 12,000 and 15,000 square feet. The PUD process includes a design review. Concept plans reviewed so far minimize the impact of garages/cars and emphasize the pedestrian streetscape. The development is part of an extensive trail system. Mr. LaBoda asked about the "cove" term. Mr. Pritchard explained it is a concept in which setbacks are varied throughout a development; it is not the name of this project. There were no comments received during the public hearing. Mr. LaBoda moved approval of ZAT/00-02. Mr. Zoller seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Mr. LaBoda moved approval of ZAT/00-03. Mr. Zoller seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Mr. LaBoda moved approval of ZAT/00-04. Mr. Zoller seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. ZANI/00-04 A Zoning Map Amendment designating 48.1 acres of land from Agricultural Preservation to Cove Cottage Residential. US Homes, applicant. 3 Stillwater City/Township Joint Planning Board July 6, 2000 Case No. ZANI/00-05 A Zoning Map Amendment designating 16.1 acres from Agricultural Preservation to Cove Townhouse Residential. US Homes, applicant. Case No. ZANI/00-06 A Zoning Map Amendments designating 4.5 acres of land from Agricultural Preservation to Cove Traditional Residential. US Homes, applicant. There were no comments received during the public hearing. Mr. Magnuson advised that the Zoning Map amendments could be covered in one motion. Mr. Zoller, seconded by Mr. LaBoda, moved approval of the Zoning Map amendments; motion passed unanimously. Case No. PUD/00-41 A concept Plan Unit Development approval for mixed use residential development of 160 townhouses, 209 coved cottages, 11 traditional lots, and parks and open space on 150 acres of land in the Phase II expansion area. US Homes, applicant. Mr. Russell explained the PUD includes the coving concept. The development includes park/open space dedication. Washington County has commented on traffic issues. The developer is paying impact fees for the AUAR and was to meet with the Brown's Creek Watershed District that same week. The city's Park and Recreation Board has D&Q@QOO&he plans. Mr. Russell also stated the city is purchasing 20 acres for open space and also is looking at a site near Rutherford Cemetery for an active park and public works site. The City Council has okayed developing a master plan for that site, he said. Pete Cannon, 1020 LeCuyer Driver, stated he had received a telephone message regarding an appraisal of his property for purchase by the city for a public works site. He questioned the appropriateness of a public works garage in a residential area. Mr. LaBoda, seconded by Mr. Zoller, moved approval of the concept PUD with the 21 conditions of approval; motion passed unanimously. Case No. SUB/00-42 Preliminary plat approval for a subdivision of 152 acres of land into 220 single family lots, 15 townhouse lots (150 housing units) and 8 outlots (parks/open space and County Road 15 right-of-way) in the Phase II expansion area. US Homes, applicant. Mr. Russell stated the subdivision follows the PUD and rezoning. He stated there is extensive park/open space dedication - nearly 40 percent in outlots. He said in essence the proposal is a cluster development. The city's engineering department is beginning to review the infrastructure requirements. Mr. Johnson asked about the developer's obligation regarding parks. Mr. Russell responded that the developer is required to dedicate the land, but not improve the parks in terms of physical 4 Stillwater City/Township Joint Planning Board July 6, 2000 structures. Mr. Pritchard said they do plan landscaping treatment of the more active parks. Mr. Johnson said there was a concern at the township level regarding the provision of parking near the park areas; he suggested that the developer consider angle parking in the designated park parking areas. Mr. Pritchard said the city's Park Board had similar concerns and appreciated the suggestion regarding angle parking. Mr. Johnson stated that it should be made clear that the parks have the potential for active use, and the community determines the use, not some homeowners' association. There were no public comments. Mr. Russell suggested adding a condition of approval that the city's traffic engineering consulting firm review and comment on the plans. Mr. LaBoda, seconded by Mr. Zoller, moved approval of SUB/00-42 as conditioned, with the additional condition regarding traffic engineering review; motion passed unanimously. Other items: • Mr. Russell again noted that the city has authorized preparation of a master plan for the Boutwell site, including the Rutherford Cemetery; the 30 acre sites includes 10 acres for public works. Mr. Russell asked how to bring the township into the preparation of the plan. Mr. Johnson suggested a dual-track ap??&WOWhen the plan comes back for initial review, then bring it to the township. Mr. Zoller noted that if the city does acquire the property, it would have to be rezoned. Mr. LaBoda said the city needs to be sensitive to the township residents in the area. Mr. Russell said the township residents would be invited to planning meetings. • An unidentified resident of McKusick Road spoke about the feeling that many township residents have that there is nothing they can say to change the course of things - everything is a done deal. He said residents had no idea a public works facility was proposed. He also spoke about the current traffic problems that will be worsened by the development of the Phase II expansion area. Mr. Johnson responded that the intent is to maximize residents' input and provide opportunity to influence decision-making. • Mr. Russell distributed a report requested by Township Supervisor Jerry Hicks regarding the number of townhouse units and populations estimates in the annexation area. Mr. LaBoda, seconded by Mr. Zoller, moved to adjourn at 8:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Baker Recording Secretary 5