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PLANNING COMMISSION
Dec. 11, 1995
Present: Glenna Bealka, Duane Elliott, Rob Hamlin,
Don Valsvik, Darwin Wald, and Terry Zoller
Absent: Jerry Fontaine and Kirk Roetman
Others Steve Russell, Community Development Director
Acting Chairman Don Valsvik called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.
Mr. Hamlin, seconded by Mr. Elliott, moved approval of the minutes of Nov.
13, 1995; all in favor.
Case No. V/95-84 A variance to the sign ordinance for the replacement of
an existing sign with two more visible signs at 2300 W. Orleans St. in the
RA, One-Family Residential District. Community Volunteer Services,
applicant.
Jon Whitcomb appeared representing the CVS Board. Mr. Whitcomb said the
change in signage is being requested because the existing sign does not
provide adequate visibility. In addition, he said there is a possibility of
additional tenants locating in the building in the future. Mr. Whitcomb said
at this point there are no plans to light the sign, as most activities in the
building occur during daytime hours.
Rather than the requested two signs, staff recommended one double-sided
sign. Mr. Elliott agreed with the need for new signage; he noted it is
difficult to find the entrance and that problem will be magnified as the
area continues to develop. Mr. Elliott asked about the allowable square
footage for the sign. Mr. Russell noted the building is in a residential
district. The existing sign is approximately 6 x 2'; Mr. Russell suggested
an additional 2 feet might to appropriate to give some proportion to the
sign.
Mr. Elliott, seconded by Mr. Wald, moved approval of a single, double-sided
sign of up to 24 square feet. Mrs. Bealka suggested adding the possibility
of future lighting subject to review by staff. Mr. Elliott and Mr. Wald
accepted that as an amendment to the motion. Motion passed unanimously.
The request to abate the $70 application fee will be forwarded to the City
Council.
Case No. SUP/V/95-85 A special use permit and variance for construction
of a 43,640 square foot shopping center in the Stillwater Marketplace
Planned Unit Development at North Frontage Road and Market Drive in the
BP-C, Business Park Commercial District. David Reimer, applicant.
Case No. SUB/95-86 A resubdivision of Lots 2,3,4,5 and 6 Block 1,
Stillwater Market Place 2nd Addition, creating new Lots 1,2 and 3, located
east of Market Drive. David Reimer, applicant.
Mr. Reimer and Mr. George Bestrom were present for the Marketplace
cases. Samples of building materials were provided. Mr. Reimer told
commission members he has developed, owned and managed nine shopping
center. He said th e Target/Cub people have reviewed the project
extensively regarding design, colors, materials, landscaping, etc.
The variance is needed for the trash area which will be located on the rear
lot line. Mr. Reimer noted there are no other buildings at the rear elevation
and no delineation between outlots. He said the area would be enclosed and
constructed of the same building materials as the main structure. Mr.
Hamlin asked how high the area would be; Mr. Reimer said the area hasn't
been designed yet, but the dumpster(s) will not be visible.
Mr. Elliott asked about the back of the building, which is really a front
elevation from County Road 5. Mr. Reimer said Cub/Target people are very
concerned about the exposure fro m that elevation; the building materials,
design, colors, etc. will be the same fo r all elevations. Mr. Elliott also
questioned the size of the storm drains as indicated on the plans; Mr.
Reimer explained there was a typo in the size listed on the plans.
Mr. Zoller, seconded by Mrs. Bealka moved approval of Case No. 95-85.
Motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Bestrom explained the resubdivision request is to combine the lots
into one parcel and combine the drainage easements required of the
individual lots.
Mr. Zoller suggested that the fire hydrant/fire access be reviewed by the
fire department.
Mr. Zoller, seconded by Mr. Elliott, moved approval of Case No. 95-86, with
the added condition that the plans be reviewed by the fire department and
meet fire code. Motion passed unanimously.
• Other business
Mr. Russell noted that the terms of Mr. Roetman and Mr. Elliott expire this
year; he asked that those members to notify him if they wish to continue
serving.
Mr. Russell passed out the agenda packet for the Dec. 12 Council meeting.
There was an informal discussion of the Comprehensive Plan.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sharon Baker
Recording secretary