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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992-09-14 CPC MIN STILLWATER PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Date: September 14, 1992 Time: 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Gerald Fontaine, Chairman Angela Anderson, Glenna Bealka, Gene Bealka, Duane Elliott, Rob Hamlin, Don Valsvik, and Darwin Wald Steve Russell, Comm. Dev. Director Absent: Gary Funke APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Darwin Wald, seconded by Rob Hamlin to approve the minutes of August 10, 1992 as submitted. All in favor. PUBLIC HEARINGS • 1. Case No. V/92-38 - A Variance to the frontyard setback requirements for a carport (30 feet required, 24 feet proposed) at 1:107 North Martha Street in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Helen Murtha, owner, presented the request, which was continued from August 10 in order to get more accurate information. Based on the information supplied, the existing carport is seven feet from the front property line. The requirement is 30 feet; therefore she is asking for a 23 foot variance. The property line is closer than originally thought. Ms. Murtha explained that the original single car garage was turned into an additional room in the house. The garage at the rear of the property is not accessible in the winter. Duane Elliott stated that there could be a hardship in this case. The owner had a builder who did not get a permit in violation of the ordinance. The carport is already built, and the owner is not at fault. Gene Bealka asked for clarification of the requirements for a carport. Steve Russell stated that it must meet the setback requirements for a structure, 30 feet. Mr. Elliot stated that he is searching for a way to approve the request, but is not able to find a reason. • Motion by Rob Hamlin to deny the variance request. Seconded by Duane Elliott. Motion carried 7-1 (Glenna Bealka opposed). 2. Case No. V/92-44 - A Variance to the sideyard setback 1 • Stillwater Planning Commission Minutes September 14, 1992 requirement (8.32 ft. requested, 10 feet required) and to the rearyard setback requirement (15.35 ft. requested, 25 ft. required) for the construction of a duplex on Lots 16 and 17, Block 1, Forest Ridge Addition (Eastridge Court) in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Allen Rose, Applicant. Mr. Rose was not present. The Chairman asked for any comments from the audience. Roger wohlers, 1933 Eastridge Court, the building next to the property in question, presented a certified survey of the property showing the original site plan for the units. The new building site would encroach into green space that was originally planned for. The building would also obstruct the view from the neighbors' homes. Mr. Wohlers stated there would also be a problem with drainage from the proposed garage. Motion by Rob Hamlin, seconded by Don Valsvik to continue Case No. V/92-44 to the meeting of October 12. (All in favor) 3. Case No. V/92-45 - A Variance to the Sign ordinance for the placement of two signs for a business in a multiple use structure. The property is located at 402 South Main Street in • the CBD, Central Business District. Sondra Gozzi, Applicant. Cheryl Prelgo presented the case for Ms. Gozzi, who is out of town. The ice cream banner sign will be taken down by October 1. Mr. Russell stated that this request meets the sign ordinance requirements for total area, but only one sign is allowed. Rob Hamlin stated that there is a definite hardship because the business is in the rear of the building with no visibility from Main Street. Motion by Don Valsvik, seconded by Gene Bealka to approve the variance request with three conditions. All in favor. 4. Case No. V192-46 - A Variance to the sideyard setback requirement (3 feet requested, 5 feet required) for the construction of a 616 square foot addition to an existing detached garage. The property is located at 1207 West Ramsey Street in the RB, Single Family Residential District. Lowell Warner, owner, presented the request to add two stalls to the present single car garage. The original garage was built when the ordinance required a 3-foot setback. The setback requirement is now five feet. The Commission noted that the garage addition angles away from the property line and the setback is wider at the rear of the addition. • Motion by Rob Hamlin, seconded by Darwin Wald to approve the variance request. All in favor. 5. Case No. V/92-47 - A Variance to the frontyard setback 2 E • Stillwater Planning Commission Minutes September 14, 1992 requirement (2 feet proposed, 30 feet required) and approval to use a portion of North Fourth street for a private drive. The property is located on North Fourth Street between Poplar and Hazel Streets in the RA, Single Family Residential District. George Middleton presented the request. He explained that because of the uniqueness of the site, there is a problem with the location of the house. He must build as close to 4th Street as possible. Motion by Gene Bealka, seconded by Glenna Bealka to approve the variance request with four conditions. All in favor. 6. Case No. SUP/92-49 - A Special Use Permit to conduct a gymnastic facility in an existing structure at 1709 South Greeley Street in the BP-I, Business Park Industrial District. Michael Dvorak and Julie Prokop, owners, presented the request. The main entrance will be in front. The side entrance will be handicapped accessible. Mr. Russell stated that the temporary sign must be removed, or a permit applied for. Mr. Elliott asked how parking will be managed when the lot will not be surfaced for over a year. Mr. Russell stated that directional signs are allowed. Mr. Elliott asked that a third condition of approval be added: That temporary parking controls be used, such as spray paint or posts, to mark the parking lot. Rob Hamlin moved to approve the Special Use Permit with three conditions of approval. Darwin Wald seconded. All in favor. OTHER BUSINESS Bed and Breakfast ordinance Revision - Present for this discussion were: Bruce Brillhart of the Ann Bean House, Chuck Dougherty of the Rivertown Inn, and Duane Hubbs of the William Sauntry Mansion. The Commission reviewed the revisions suggested by the subcommittee and discussed the reasons for the changes. There was discussion regarding the 50-year criteria. Some questioned whether some of these homes would be considered historically significant. Mr. Russell stated that the Heritage Preservation Commission will make that determination. • There was also discussion whether meetings or social functions should be an allowed use of a Bed and Breakfast. Mr. Hubbs stated that he feels this is a separate issue from the B&B Ordinance and should be considered separately. He suggested that neighbors with concerns be brought in for discussion on this subject. 3 0 • • Stillwater Planning Commission Minutes September 14, 1992 It was determined that the minimum lot size should be 10,000 square feet rather than 7,500. Motion by Rob Hamlin, seconded by Gene Bealka to approve the recommended changes to the Bed and Breakfast Ordinance. All in favor. There was further discussion regarding the special events question and it was determined that a subcommittee should be created to look at this issue. Community members and downtown business owners will be asked for their input. Motion by Don Valsvik, seconded by Duane Elliott to form a subcommittee in October to look at whether weddings and other special events should be allowed at Bed and Breakfast establishments. All in favor. Mr. Russell explained the purpose of the Task Force being formed and asked if any Planning Commission members would be willing to serve on the Task Force. Darwin, Glenna, and Angela volunteered. Motion by Gene Bealka, seconded by Darwin Wald to adjourn the meeting at 8:55 p.m. Submitted by: Shelly Schaubach Recording Secretary 4