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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-10-10 CPC MINCity of Stillwater Planning Commission October 10, 2005 Present: Robert Gag, Chairperson, Gregg Carlsen, David Junker, Dave Middleton, David Peroceschi, Paul Teske and Jerry Turnquist Others: Community Development Director Steve Russell Absent: Mike Dahlquist Mr. Gag called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Approval of minutes: Mr. Turnquist, seconded by Mr. Middleton, moved approval of the minutes of Sept. 12, 2005. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. SUP/V/05-56 A special use permit for a restaurant, Aprille's Showers Tea Room, and variance to the parking regulations (15 required, 0 proposed) at 120 N. Main St. in the CBD, Central Business District. Sheila Procaccini, applicant. Ms. Procaccini was present. She said her business will serve high teas/luncheons. The business will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Mr. Carlsen asked if there would be outdoor seating. Ms. Procaccini noted there is not enough room to accommodate outdoor seating. Mr. Junker suggested the business would be a nice addition to the downtown and noted there is public parking available across the street. Mr. Junker, seconded by Mr.. Carlsen, moved approval as conditioned. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. V/05-57 A variance to the front yard setback (30 feet required, 14 feet proposed) for construction of a house addition and office above garage at 1336 Second Ave. S. in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Brett Chrisianson, applicant. The applicant was present. He explained the garage is not structurally sound and the kitchen has no foundation. He said he had obtained a permit for the garage and the kitchen reconstruction. Scott Spisak, 1326 Second Ave., questioned some inconsistencies in the plans and asked whether the garage would be 32 x 25 or 28 x 28 as shown in the sketch. Mr. Christianson said the structure would be 28 x 28. Mr. Spisak said his primary concern was with the potential office use. Mr. Christianson said the office would be for his own personal use, doing drawings and estimates, and would not be used to conduct any outside business. Mr. Turnquist, seconded by Mr. Middleton, moved approval as conditioned. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. V/05-58 A variance to the front yard setback (30 feet required, 17 feet requested) for construction of a porch at 817 S. Fifth St., in the RB, Two Family Residential District. James and Joan Holper, applicants. • City of Stillwater Planning Commission applicants were present along with architect, Roger Tomten. Mr. Tomten said they had looked at the streetscape. He said the intent was to incorporate a Victorian era-style porch with construction of an attached garage. He noted there are a number of houses in the neighborhood that are set closer to the street than the proposed porch, and he said the proposed design is in keeping with the neighborhood. October The 10, 2005 Mr. Junker, seconded by Mr. Turnquist, moved approval as conditioned. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. V/05-59 A variance to the front yard setback (30 feet required, 20 feet requested) for construction of a detached garage at 124 N. William St. in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Eric and Kristen Green, applicant. Eric Green was present. He noted that currently they have no off-street parking. When asked about the location of the proposed garage, Mr. Green responded that in the future they might like to add on to the house. Mr. Turnquist, seconded by Mr. Carlsen, moved approval as conditioned. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. V-05/60 A variance to the lot coverage (30 percent allowed, 44 percent proposed) on an existing non-conforming lot and side yard setback from the nearest structure (15 feet required, 7 feet requested) for construction of an attached garage at 602 N. William St. in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Mitch Patrick, applicant. Mr. Patrick was present. He explained that the existing garage is in need of a new roof and door and the slab is buckling/sinking. He said he had contacted several contractors who suggested it would be more economical to construct a new garage than do needed repairs. He said they would like to construct the new garage attached to the house. He said based on his measurements, the proposed garage would be a minimum of 10 feet from the neighbor's garage. Steve Perry, 603 W. Maple St., spoke in favor of the proposal. He said the existing garage has been a sore point with neighbors and any cleaning up of the property would be good for the neighborhood. Mr. Patrick also said he had a letter from neighbors in favor of his plans. Mr. Junker asked if there would be a breezeway between the house and the new garage. Mr. Patrick said there would be a mud room/laundry area as a transition between the house and new garage. The garage would be built right up to the house, he said. Mr. Patrick also pointed out with the removal of the existing slab, the new garage would not greatly increase the amount surface coverage; in fact, he suggested that removing the existing garage would add to the amount of open space on the lot. Mr. Turnquist and Mr. Junker both referred to the size of the lot and suggested the proposal would improve the appearance of the lot. Mr. Middleton noted the • City of Stillwater Planning Commission October 10, 2005 plan, with the removal of the existing garage and patio, doesn't increase the amount of surface coverage and moved approval of the two variances. Mr. Peroceschi seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Case No. SUP/05-61 A special use permit for a 250 square foot sales trailer from November 2005 to May 2006 at 350 N. Main /St/ in the CBD, Central Business District. David May, Stillwater Mills on Main, applicant. Mr. May was present. He explained the request is to place a trailer at the northwest corner of the site to house sales activities. As proposed, the trailer would be in use from about Thanksgiving of this year until May 2006, after which time sales activities would be housed in a permanent location off Mulberry Street. Mr. Junker asked about the number of sales people; Mr. May said there will be no more than two sales representatives. There also was a question about parking. Mr. May said there will be some parking available at the rear of the site during the winter season; he said there is also on-street parking available in the area. Mr. Middleton asked about signage. Mr. May said, as proposed, an 8 square-foot banner will be placed on the street side of the sales trailer. Mr. May said they likely will also utilize some temporary "open house" signage; that signage will be placed private property, he noted. Mr. Teske, seconded by Mr. Peroceschi, moved approval with the condition that there be no additional signage. Motion passed unanimously. Case No. V/05-62 A variance to the front yard setback (20 feet required, 13 feet requested) for construction of a porch on a substandard lot at 1009 S. First St. in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Ron Gullickson, applicant. Mr. Gullickson was present. He showed photos of the existing property. He also said he had letters from neighbors on both sides of his property who supported his plans. Mr. Junker asked if the existing front windows would be utilized. Mr. Gullickson said he had learned that the front part of the house can't be saved. He said he plans to use historically correct materials such as hardi-plank. Mr. Peroceschi asked about the amount of impervious surface. Mr. Gullickson said the drive in front of the garage would be constructed utilizing pavers rather than a bituminous surface. Mr. Gag suggested the proposed porch would be a nice improvement. Mr. Turnquist, seconded by Mr. Teske, moved approval as conditioned. Mr. Junker noted the only variance being considered/approved is that for the porch. Mr. Junker also asked if the building department was aware that the front portion of the house can't be moved/saved. Mr. Gullickson responded in the affirmative. Motion to approve the variance for the porch as conditioned passed unanimously. 0 City of Stillwater Planning Commission October 10, 2005 Other items: Initial discussion/review of the development concept for Liberty, a 7.8=acre site (20 lots) east of County Road 15 and surrounded by the Liberty development. - Present were Marc Putnam, Roger Tomten and Chris Aamodt. Mr. Patnum briefly reviewed plans for the site. The site is heavily treed, which necessitates the use of substantial retaining walls. The plan utilizes an existing storm pond as an amenity. Initial plans have some homes with garages to the rear; others are front, recessed garages. The plan includes 31.3 percent open space, with trail connections to the Liberty development. Lot sizes are the size of the Liberty cottages, 6,000 square feet. During discussion, members indicated they were favorably impressed with the plans and said the field trip to the site the previous Saturday had been helpful. Much of the initial discussion centered on Washington County's plans for County Road 15 improvements and the Impact on this development proposal. Mr. Junker asked whether the County's plans, if implemented as proposed, would essentially kill this project. Mr. Russell responded that nothing has been settled regarding the County 15 improvements. Mr. Russell suggested inviting the County to present plans/options at a Planning Commission meeting. It was agreed that would be a good idea. Mr. Turnquist said he thought it would be important that the Commission be united in support of this project when meeting with the County. Mr. Russell noted while the Commission may favor the concept, there are several potential issues, specifically park dedication and the shared driveway access with the Liberty development. Mr. Putnam responded by saying plantings will provide a buffer from the Liberty residents, and the many trees on the site provide a park-like setting, as well as trails that provide access for other folks to enjoy the amenities of the setting. Mr. Turnquist moved concept approval of the plans. Mr. Carlsen seconded the motion, with a question about lot sizes. Mr. Putnam said lots will be 6,00 square feet. Motion for concept approval passed 6-0; Mr. Peroceschi did not cast a vote. Mr. Peroceschi, seconded by Mr. Turnquist, moved to adjourn at 8:30 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Baker Recording Secretary ?J