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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-03-14 CPC MINC? • 0 CITY OF STILLWATER PLANNING COMMISSION March 14, 2005 Present: Robert Gag, Chairman, Gregg Carlsen, Mike Dahlquist, David Middleton, David Peroceschi, Paul Teske, Jerry Turnquist and Darwin Wald Others: Community Development Director Steve Russell Absent: David Junker Mr. Gag called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Approval of minutes: Mr. Wald, seconded by Mr. Turnquist, moved approval of the minutes of February 14, 2005; motion passed unanimously. Case No. SUB/05-07 A resubdivision of Lots ' Addition into one lot of 50,715 square feet in Nyberg, applicant. and 8, Block 7, The Legends of Stillwater 3rd the LR, Lakeshore Residential District. Adam Mr. Nyberg was present. He explained the request is to combine two lots and construct one house on the property. A drainage easement will have to be vacated to accommodate the request. Preliminary plans have the house primarily located on Lot 7, with the garage on a portion of Lot 8. Mr. Wald expressed a concern about constructing the home in the middle of the property, precluding any future subdivision. Mr. Dahlquist asked about a possible loss of tax base to the city. Mr. Russell responded the tax implications would depend on the value of the new home that is constructed and pointed out that is an issue the Planning Commission typically is not concerned with. Mr. Turnquist moved approval as conditioned. Mr. Middleton seconded the motion; motion passed 7-1, with Mr. Wald voting no. Case No. SUB/05-08 A preliminary plat to subdivide a 67,351 square-foot lot into four lots - lot 1, 15,105 square feet; lot 2, 17,014 square feet; lot 3, 18,200 square feet; and lot 4, 17,122 square feet - at 1030 St. Croix Avenue in the RA, Single Family Residential District. Jeffrey Cruz, Meadow View Homes, applicant. Representing the applicant was Greg Stahl. Mr. Stahl briefly reviewed the width of the lots. A tree inventory was completed. He noted a number of trees will be removed, primarily in the front of the property. He also stated grading and drainage plans have received preliminary approval. When asked about side yard setbacks, Mr. Stahl stated the building pads meet zoning requirements. CITY OF STILLWATER PLANNING COMMISSION March 14, 2005 Shelly Michaelis, 1341 Dallager Court, noted there have been past drainage problems in the area. Mr. Stahl noted that drainage will be directed to the front, there will be holding ponds, and there should be a big improvements over the current conditions regarding drainage. Ms. Michaelis also asked whether the plans meet lot size requirements and inquired about the price of home to be constructed. The resident of 1241 Amundson Circle expressed a concern about side yard setbacks. He asked about plans for an existing fence and about improvements to St. Croix Avenue. Mr. Stahl noted that homes will meet the City's minimum side yard setback of at least 10'. Mr. Stahl also stated the fence and scrub trees/bushes will be removed, with replanting of new trees. Mr. Russell said St. Croix Avenue will be improved and widened to 28' and the existing turn-around completed. The resident of 1001 St. Croix Avenue spoke of past problems with developers and problems associated with construction. Paul Mahoney, 1331 Dallager Court, spoke of the possibility of someone constructing a $50,000 home on the property. Mr. Russell noted the City cannot specify the value of homes, but can only make certain the buildings meet zoning/code requirements. Ms. Michaelis reiterated her concern about drainage. Mr. Gag noted that approval of • drainage/grading plans is a condition of approval. Mr. Russell also pointed out that part of the setback is to accommodate the natural drainage; infiltration ponds also are part of the plan. There was some discussion of the 75' lot width requirement. Mr. Russell stated that requirement is as measured from the house setback. Mr. Gag suggested the 75' width requirement be reiterated as a condition of approval. Mr. Dahlquist asked who would be responsible for the cost of improvements to St. Croix Avenue; Mr. Russell said the developer is responsible for that cost. Mr. Middleton moved approval with the four conditions of approval as recommended by staff, with the additional condition that the lots be a minimum of 75' in width at the house setback. Mr. Teske seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. V/05-09 A variance to the parking regulations (11 required) for a restaurant at 1491 Stillwater Blvd. in the BP-C, Business Park Commercial District. Gary Sukopp, applicant. The applicant and his wife were present. Mr. Sukopp noted there are several vacancies in the center at the present time. Plans are to have the business open from 4 to 9 p.m. weekdays and 4 to 9:30 p.m. weekends. Mr. Middleton stated he had driven by the location and did not feel parking would be a problem. Mr. Middleton moved approval as conditioned; Mr. Wald seconded the motion. Mr. Carlsen asked who is responsible for complying with the condition regarding landscaping. Mr. Russell lr u 2 CITY OF STILLWATER PLANNING COMMISSION March 14, 2005 responded that is the responsibility of the center owner; he stated this application is a possible opportunity to get the center back to its approved condition regarding landscaping. Mr. Russell said condition of approval No. 1 also is putting the center owner on notice that no additional restaurants will be allowed. Mr. Dahlquist pointed out there is a significant difference in the parking requirements and spoke of the potential for future problems. Motion to approve as condition passed 7-1, with Mr. Dahlquist voting no. Other Items: Annual review of Linder's Flower Mart Special Use Permit (Case No. SUP/02-09) - Mr. Teske spoke against renewal of the permit. He said the Commission holds other local businesses to standards and ought to do the same in this instance. He questioned the advantage to the community in approving the request, and he spoke of the negatives - aesthetics and the potential impact on local gardening businesses. Mr. Dahlquist asked whether signage is an issue; Mr. Russell noted that this is a temporary use, so signage is dependent on what the Commission approves. Mr. Turnquist moved to approve the special use permit renewal; Mr. Peroceschi seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-2, with Mr. Teske and Mr. Gag voting no. Annual review of Andiamo use permit (Case No. SUP/88-60) and wharfage permit for the Gondola on the St. Croix. Gondola operator John Kerschbaum was present and stated he is anxious for another season. Mr. Middleton said the City is fortunate to have the boats here and spoke of the benefits to the local economy. He stated he strongly supported renewal of the special use permit and moved for approval. Mr. Wald seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Review of plans for Phase III annexation - Jay Liberacki of US Homes was present. He said the developer had no presentation ready for the March 14 meeting. He said as a result of meetings with the Planning Commission and ]Parks Board, the design team has been expanded. He stated they would be ready for an additional presentation in 3 to 5 weeks. It was decided to schedule a special meeting for 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 18. Adjournment: Mr. Middleton, seconded by Mr. Peroceschi, moved to adjourn at 8 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Baker Recording Secretary ?J ? J