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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-05-09 CPC MIN• STILLWATER PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Date: May 9, 1988 Time: 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Gerald Fontaine, Glenna Bealka Jean Jacobson Rob Hamlin Chairman Nancy Putz Don Valsvik Judy Curtis Steve Russell, Comm. Dev. Director Members Absent: Mark Ehlenz Jay Kimble Chairman Fontaine called the meeting to order. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Don Valsvik, seconded by Jean Jacobson to approve minutes of April 11, 1988 as submitted. Motion carried 7-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS the is Case No. SUP/88-24 - Special Use Permit to conduct lawn and garden sales in a 1,600 square foot temporary greenhouse and outside area designated for this use at 2001 Washington Avenue North in the Industrial Park Commercial, IP-C District. SuperValue Stores, Inc. (Cub Foods), applicant. Thomas Thueson representing Cub Foods presented the request. The greenhouse will be used until June 19; the request is for subsequent years also. Mr. Thueson stated that the two recommended conditions of approval present no problem. Motion by Don Valsvik, seconded by Rob Hamlin to'approve the SUP/88-24 with the two recommended conditions and a third condition that the permit will apply to future years. Motion carried 7-0. Case No. SUP/88-25 - Special Use Permit to fill and grade an approximate 2,000 foot road at 1250 South Main Street in the General Heavy Industrial/Two Family Residential/Bluffland/Shoreland/Flood Plain District. Frank Aiple, Sr., presented the application. Mr. Russell explained the concerns of the DNR and the City's Public Works Department. He is awaiting comments from the City Engineer. Dan McGinnis from the Minnesota-Wisconsin Boundary Commission stated that he has no objection provided the area is stabilized so no erosion occurs. There are two recommended conditions of approval and the Commission added a third and fourth: 3) Any adjustments or repair to sewer line caused by the project would be the responsibility of the applicant. 4) If the manholes need to be raised, the applicant would be responsible. 1 Planning Commission Minutes May 9, 1988 Motion by Don Valsvik, seconded by Judy Curtis to approve Case No. SUP/88-25 with four conditions. Motion carried 7-0. Case No. V/88-27 - Variance request to construct an eight foot fence (six feet required) at 203 West Hazel Street in the Single Family Residential, RA, District. Richard A. and Julie Edstrom, Applicants. Mr. Edstrom was present and explained that the request for an eight foot fence is to adequately screen his home from that of his neighbor. He stated that the neighbor has no objection to the height of the fence. The Commission discussed the rationale of the six feet requirement, and determined that only one neighbor will be affected by the fence. Written consent from that neighbor would be a condition of approval. A second condition would be that the fence be set back two to three feet from the property line for maintenance purposes. Motion by Rob Hamlin, seconded by Don Valsvik to approve Case No. V/88-27 with two conditions. Motion carried 7-0. Case No. SUP/88-28 - Special Use Permit to operate a furniture refinishing business at 111 South William Street in the Two Family is Residential, RB, District. Chris and Laura Fischer, Applicants. The applicant explained that he wishes to operate a furniture refinishing business out of his garage. He will pick up and deliver furniture and will not advertise the address of his business, and will therefore not generate additional traffic in the area. Rob Hamlin discussed with the applicant the use of dangerous and flammable chemicals, and the proper disposal of toxic waste. The applicant stated that he would take adequate safety measures, and will contact the PCA regarding regulations if required to do so. Mr. Russell stated that the building code would require adequate ventilation of the garage, and that all businesses are subject to yearly inspections by the Fire Department. There are five recommended conditions of approval; the Commission suggested the addition of two more: 6)The use of flammable and toxic materials and toxic waste should be approved by State and County agencies and the applicant will adhere to all regulations. 7)Locks and security system will be installed. Motion by Don Valsvik, seconded by Jean Jacobson to approve Case No. SUP/88-28 with seven conditions. Motion carried 6-1 (Rob Hamlin opposed). Case No. PUD/88-29 - PUD Concept Plan for a 3.5 acre parcel to be used is for commercial development and a 10.6 acre parcel for a 106 unit, three story apartment building on 61st Street at the future Frontage Road access road (behind Burger King in the Forest Hills/Frontage Road/South Greeley Area) in the Two Family Residential, RB, District. Augustine Brothers, applicants. 2 Planning coiyffol5Sion Minute May 9, 1988 The applicant was not present. Several area homeowners were present and Chairman Fontaine asked for their comments. Maurice Jensen, Forest Hills resident, expressed his concern with the project's proximity to Forest Hills. He is also concerned with the high density and the height of the proposed building. He stated that residents would like more information on the aesthetic design and materials to be used, and also on the drainage plans. Bob Morrow, 1601 Morningside, asked about plans for the greenbelt area between Forest Hills and the project. The commission members agreed with the residents that this is quality property and only quality buildings should be approved. Mr. Russell will communicate with the applicant regarding the stated concerns. Motion by Rob Hamlin, seconded by Jean Jacobson to continue Case No. PUD/88-29 until a response is received from the applicant. Motion carried 7-0. Case No. SUP/88-30 - Special Use Permit requesting placement of two signs on the Grand Garaage Building, 324 South Main Street, in the General Commercial, CA, District. One sign is a chimney sign (roof) sign, the other is an additional "major" face sign. Estebans of Stillwater, Applicant. Bob Tanner, owner of Estebans, presented the request. The chimney sign will be illuminated by spotlights on the roof. The Commission recommended two conditions: 1) The chimney sign will not damage the brick on the chimney. 2) No additional signage is permitted. Motion by Don Valsvik, seconded by Judy Curtis to approve Case No. SUP/88-30 with two conditions. Motion carried 7-0. OTHER BUSINESS Mr. Valsvik reported that the City Council, at its may 3 meeting, approved all cases as recommended by the Planning Commission. Sign Ordinance - The Commission reviewed and discussed the first three sections of the new Sign Ordinance. There was discussion of mandatory address signs; and guidelines for illumination of signs. The Commission will discuss zoning changes at the next meeting. Motion by Judy Curtis, seconded by Don Valsvik to adjourn the meeting at 9:15 p.m. Motion carried 7-0. Submitted by: Shelly Schaubach Recording Secretary 3