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PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF STILLWATER
NOTICE OF MEETING
The Stillwater Planning Commission will meet on Monday, October 13, 1997, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers of
Stillwater City Hall, 216 North Fourth Street.
Approval of Minutes of September 8, 1997.
AGENDA
1. Case No. SUP/97-51. A special use permit for a "drive thru" at Culver's Restaurant at 1725 Market Drive in the BP-C
Business Park Commercial District. Dave O'Brien, applicant.
2. Case No. SUP/97-52. A special use permit to a conduct a home business and related support functions for an art gallery
at 821 Third Street South in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Peter Young, applicant.
3. Case No. V/97-53. A variance to the front yard setback (20 ft. required, 16 ft. requested) to rebuild/expand front porch
at 670 South Broadway Street in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Michael and Beth Diem.
4. Case No. V/97-56. A variance to the rear yard setback (25 feet required, 17 feet requested) for the construction of a 3-
i season porch at 1941 Oak Glen Lane in the RA, One Family Residential District. Michael and Rhonda Ruffini,
applicants.
5. Case No. SUP/97-57. A special use permit request for a two room bed and breakfast located at 1117 North Fourth Street
in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Mark Balay representing Aldine West, applicant.
6. Case No. SUP/97-58. A special use permit request for a brew pub located at 402 South Main Street in the CBD, Central
Business District. Vittorio's Restaurant, applicant.
7. Case No. V/97-59. A variance for an oversized 16 x 20 storage shed (120 maximum) located at 14440 Dellwood Road
in the RA, One Family Residential District. Robert and Harriet Stevenson, applicants.
8. Case No. SUP/V/97-60. A special use permit for a 76-unit condominium and a variance to the height requirements and
setback at 304 South 2nd Street in the CBD, Central Business District. Croix Builders, Inc., applicant
9. Case No. SUP/V/97-61. A special use permit for a 339 stall parking ramp and a variance (exception) to the to the setback
requirements in the CBD, Central Business District. The project is located on the east side of South 2nd and Chestnut
Streets. Croix Builders, applicant.
10. Case No. SUP/97-62. A special use permit for a home business for organizing seminars located at 812 7th Street in the
RB, Two Family Residential District. Cynthia Crane, applicant
11. Case No. SUB/97-63. A subdivision to combine the southern half of Lot 2 Market Place 2nd Addition with Lot 1, located
on the northwest corner of Market Dr. and Curve Crest Blvd in the BP-C Business Park Commercial District. Video
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Update, applicant.
• Other Items
CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER. MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 612-439-6121
PLANNING COMMISSION
Sept. 8, 1997
Present: Jerry Fontaine, chairman
Glenna Bealka, Russ Hultman, Kirk Roetman,
Tom Wiedner and Terry Zoller
Others: Steve Russell, Community Development Director
Absent: John Rheinberger, Don Valsvik and Darwin Wald
Chairman Fontaine called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
Mr. Zoller, seconded by Mrs. Bealka, moved approval of the minutes of Aug.
1 1, 1997; all in favor.
Cage No. SU_BL97-45 A subdivision of Lot 3, Block 21, Carli and
Schulenberg's Addition to create a 100 x 75 foot lot fronting St. Croix
Avenue in the RB, Two Family Residential District. Jon Whitcomb,
applicant.
Mr. Whitcomb was present and provided a diagram of the parcels. He said
all setbacks could be met should he decide a construct a new home on the
subdivided parcel.
Speaking in opposition to the proposal were Jean Robinson, Oak Park
Heights, mother of Elizabeth Fontaine, who lives directly to the rear of
the proposed parcel; Elizabeth Fontaine; Kelly Klein, 1212 N. Third St.;
Linda Furst, 1311 N. Third St.; Randy Zalmer, 1211 N. Third St.; Tom Furst,
1311 N. Third St.; Darrin Anderson, 1218 N. Third St.; Scott Anders, 1224
St. Croix Avenue; and Barb Fazendin, 1320 N. Second St.
Concerns centered on traffic, the potential impact on property values, and
the potential for drainage problems due to the slope of the parcel.
Mr. Russell suggested requiring a utility easement for drainage and other
utilities as a condition of approval; he also suggested spelling out the
removal of the porch on the existing lot as an added condition. Mr. Fontaine
suggested adding another condition stating that all drainage must be
retained on the property or directed to the street.
Mr. Zoller moved approval with the three additional conditions, noting the
request does meet all cities ordinances/codes and from a policy
standpoint can't be denied. Mrs. Bealka seconded the motion; all in favor.
_CaseNg. UP 97-4 A special use permit for a hospital expansion and
interior renovation at 927 W. Churchill, Lakeview Hospital, in the RB, Two
Family Residential District. BWBR Architects, applicant.
Dennis Vonasek of BWBR was present for the discussion. He explained the
request is for a 2,100 square foot addition; five parking spots will be
relocated.
Jim Qualey, 1014 S. Greeley, questioned how far forward the addition will
come from the existing building. The addition will extend four feet beyond
the existing building, Mr. Vonasek said.
Mr. Wiedner, seconded by Mr. Hultman, moved approval as conditioned;
motion passed unanimously.
��se _No. V/97-47 A variance to front and street side yard setbacks for
construction of a 24 x 30 foot attached garage at 703 W. Willard St. in the
RB, Two Family Residential District. Brenda Koller, applicant.
Ms. Koller was present for the discussion. She said she had changed her
request to a 24 x 24 foot garage.
There was some confusion regarding the setbacks as indicated in the
drawings.
Mr. Wiedner suggested there is no hardship that would necessitate
granting a variance; the applicant could build a single -car garage, he
suggested. Mr. Roetman argued there is a hardship in the applicant cannot
have a garage without a variance.
Mr. Roetman moved approval of a variance to construct a 24 x 24 garage
with the conditions that the structure be of style and materials similar to
the house and that all drainage remain on site. Mrs. Bealka seconded the
motion. Vote was 3-3, representing denial of the request. Voting against
the motion of approval were Mr. Wiedner, Mr. Fontaine and Mr. Zoller.
Case_ No. V/97-48 A variance to the setback (75 feet required, 40 feet
proposed) and building height (70 feet proposed, 40 feet allowed) to
construct an ice arena and air dome at 2305 West Orleans in the BP-0,
Business Park Office, and BP -I, Business Park Industrial, districts.
Ankeny/Kell Architects for the City of Stillwater, applicant.
Duane Kell and Eric Lagerquist of Ankeny/Kell and Amy Stefan of Stefan
Larson Associates reviewed building and landscaping plans. The project, if
approved by the City, will be built in 2 phases. The first phase will include
the ice arena, dome, an outdoor ice sheet and 228 parking spaces. Mr. Kell
said after review by the Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC), plans
had been modified slightly on the north elevation so the precast concrete
material will more "sympathetic" to the building material colors on the
other elevations.
Roger Tomten, chairman of the HPC, was present. He explained that the
HPC was concerned about the used of precast concrete on the north
elevation which is not in conformance with design guidelines. He said the
changes Mr. Kell talked about had not been reviewed by HPC, and he said he
assumed the HPC would have the opportunity to review the proposal again
in the future as changes are explained in detail.
Earl and Marguerite Olson, 1424 Cottage Drive, outlined some of their
concerns about the potential impact on the residential neighborhood --
height of the dome, noise from the Public Works operation, etc.
Mr. Roetman expressed his concern about the height of the dome, noting
the City had tried hard to keep the entrance to the city as aesthetically
pleasing as possible through signage regulations and other design
guidelines. Mr. Fontaine said he had difficulty allowing the City to do what
businesses would not be allowed to do.
Mr. Zoller spoke about the history of the property and the project. He
argued that the dome is a unique structure for a unique purpose. Mr.
Wiedner agreed that the project is serving a public purpose, but also noted
the City could change its ordinance to accommodate the project if desired.
Mr. Zoller argued that granting a variance is the proper way to proceed
because there is a hardship involved -- the proposal is the only
economically feasible way the structure can -be constructed.
Mr. Roetman, seconded by Mr. Wiedner, voted to deny the requested
variances. Motion passed 4-2, with Mrs. Bealka and Mr. Zoller voting
against denial.
Case N_Q, _SUPI_VZ27-49 A special use permit and variance to parking for
the Fischer Brothers Lumberjack Shows at 501 N. Main St. in the CBD,
Central Business District. Jim Fischer, applicant.
Jim Fischer outlined his business plans. The shows would be staged in the
area by Domino's. He said if he receives the requested variance and special
use permit, he will prepare a site plan showing landscaping etc. The HPC
has reviewed the proposal and recommended the use of a tent, rather than
fenced -in show area. Mr. Tomten said the HPC's review was very
preliminary.
There was a question as to when the shows would be held. Mr. Fischer said
there are no plans for exterior lighting, so shows will have to conclude
before dark; the last show in the summer probably would begin at 7 p.m.
and finish at 8:15.
Larry and Paula Lappi, 900 N. Broadway, expressed a concern about crowd
noise and the aesthetic appearance of the staging area. Jim Peterson,
North First Street, expressed a concern about the additional traffic the
use might generate in downtown Stillwater.
Mr. Wiedner, seconded by Mr. Roetman, moved to deny the variance and
Special Use Permit as not being in conformance with the Comprehensive
Plan.
Mr. Zoller said he thought the primary issue was that of noise. Mr. Roetman
said his concern was with parking, as did Mr. Hultman. Mrs. Bealka said
parking shouldn't be a problem, since there is nearby business parking that
is available on a shared -use basis. Mr. Fontaine said his primary concern
was with the use, a use that might create a "carnival" atmosphere.
Motion to deny passed 5-1, with Mrs. Bealka voting against denial.
Case No. SUP/97-5Q A special use permit for construction of Stillwater
Radisson Hotel and Suites restaurant and lounge at 606 N. Main Street, old
Territorial prison, in the CBD, Central -Business District. Michael Borum,
applicant.
Mr. Borum was present. He noted that 277 parking spaces will be provided
on site, rather than the 400+ as indicated in the agenda packet.
Paula and Larry Lappi, 900 N. Broadway, asked about lighting plans and
noise. Mr. Borum said noise is generally not a concern to neighbors, as
much as to hotel guests. Mr. Russell noted that lighting would be dealt
with during design review.
Mr. Roetman, seconded by Mr. Hultman, moved approval of the request; all
in favor. Mr. Borum provided the Planning Commission with a copy of the
application for historic preservation certification that has been
submitted to the National Park Service.
Case No. ZAM/97-2 A zoning amendment changing the zoning designation
for property at 601 N. Main St. (land in front of the former Territorial
prison) from RB Duplex Residential to CBD, Central Business District. City
of Stillwater, applicant.
Mr. Zoller, seconded by Mr. Roetman, moved approval of the zoning
amendment; all in favor.
Case No. ZATM-22 Zoning ordinance text amendment limiting development
in and around steeply sloped areas. City of Stillwater, applicant.
Mr. Russell explained the ordinance was developed several years ago to
protect the second bluff area and ravine areas of the city. There was some
question as to how the amendment would impact development in the
commercial districts, such as the proposed parking ramp and development
proposal for the UBC site. Mr. Russell suggested adding language that in
commercial districts, development on slopes of greater than 24 percent
will require a conditional use permit.
Mr. Roetman, seconded by Mr. Hultman, moved to adopt the zoning ordinance
amendment as amended; all in favor.
Case No. ZAT/97-1 Zoning ordinance text amendment allowing second
detached accessory residential units in the Duplex Residential District,
RB, if certain conditions are met. City of Stillwater, applicant.
Mr. Wiedner questioned the requirement for the
water/sewer, asking if there was a specific
adequate water/sewer service. Mr. Russell
determined by a measure of water pressure and
add language that there be adequate city
determined by the Water Department.
provision of adequate city
measurement of what is
said generally that is
pipe size. It was agreed to
water/sewer service as
Mr. Wiedner also questioned the language regarding the height of the
secondary units. That language was clarified as follows: the height of the
secondary structure shall not exceed that of the primary residence.
Mr. Zoller, seconded by Mr. Hultman, moved approval of the zoning
ordinance amendment as amended; all in favor.
Case__ No._ZAT-97-3 Zoning amendment regulating the placement and design
of transmission towers and antennas throughout the city. City of
Stillwater, applicant.
Present for the discussion were Marie Grimm, representing AT&T, and
Peter Coyle, representing American Portable Telecom.
Following the August meeting, Planning Commission members Mr. Roetman
and Mr. Wiedner met with staff and industry representatives. Mr. Roetman
and Mr. Wiedner briefly reviewed the results of the discussions and some
of the changes in the ordinance as initially proposed.
Mr. Coyle and Ms. Grimm agreed the discussions were good. There were
still some "cleanup" issues they would like to resolve, such as the 2,500
square foot setaside requirement.
Mr. Zoller, seconded by Mrs. Bealka, moved preliminary approval, directing
the subcommittee to meet with staff and industry representatives to
address the remaining issues before the ordinance goes to the City Council
in October. Motion passed unanimously.
Other business:
John Roettger was present to request a special meeting with the Planning
Commission to discuss his plans for the development of a parking ramp at
Olive/South Second streets. Mr. Roettger was advised that due to
scheduling, a special meeting probably wouldn't be feasible. He was
advised to bring detailed plans, including renderings of how the structure
fits into existing sight lines, to the regular October meeting.
Mr. Roetman, seconded by Mr. Hultman, moved to adjourn at 10:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sharon Baker
Recording Secretary
PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
CASE NO. SUPl97- 51
Planning Commission Date: October 13, 1997
Project Location: 1725 Market Drive
Comprehensive Plan District:
Zoning District: BP-C
Business Park Commercial
Applicant's Name: Dave O'Brien, representing Culver's Restaurant
Type of Application: Special Use Permit
Project Description A Special Use Permit for a "drive thru" at Culver's
Restaurant.
Discussion: On July 7, 1997, the Heritage Preservation Commission approved the
site plan, building elevations and signage for a 4,300 square foot, 116 seat Culver's
Restaurant. The restaurant itself is a permitted use in the Business Park Commercial
District, but need a Special Use Permit to operate the "drive thru" facility.
The "drive thru" is located on the south side of the building. The zoning ordinance
requires ten car stacking spaces, with a minimum of five spaces designated for the
ordering station. They meet this requirement (see Site Plan).
Conditions of Approval:
1. Plans be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer and the Building Official.
Recommendation:
Approval as conditioned-
Findings -
The proposed use will not be injurious to a the neighborhood or otherwise detrimental
to the public welfare and will be in harmony withe the general purpose of this
ordinance.
Attachments:
Application Form
Site Plan
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PLANNING ADMINISTRATION FORM
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PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
CASE NO. SUP/97- 52
Planning Commission Date: October 13, 1997
Project Location: 821 Third Street South
Comprehensive Plan District: Two Family Residential
Zoning District: RB
Applicant's Name: Peter Young
Type of Application: Special Use Permit
Project Description: A Special Use Permit to conduct a home business and
related support functions for a art gallery.
Discussion. -
The request is to conduct a home business selling photography, floral arrangements,
mixed medial art (photographs and pressed flowers) and Native American art.
Business hours will be by appointment only. All parking will be off the street. There is
room for two cars. There will be no nonresident employees or large deliveries to the
home.
Floor space that can be used by a home business according to the zoning ordinance is
no more than 25 percent of the total house. The applicant's home is 4,000 square
feet. 1000 square feet of the 4000 square feet would be allowed for the business, the
applicant is requesting 1000 square feet.
Proposed signage for the business is a six square foot sign hanging on the front porch
and a three square foot sign hung on the fence on the Churchill Street side. The sign
ordinance allows one two square foot sign in residential districts.
Conditions of Approval
1. One two square foot sign shall be allowed.
2. Special Use Permit shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission upon
complaint.
3. No more than 1000 square feet of the house be used for business.
4. No articles that are not made on the premises shall be sold.
5. No articles for sale shall be visible from the street.
6. No additional signage.
7. The use permit is issued to the applicant only and not transferable.
8. All cars shall be parked on site.
9. No additional employees.
10. Business hours shall not disturb surrounding neighbors.
Recommendation:
Approval as conditioned.
Findings:
The granting of this Special Use Permit will not be injurious to the neighborhood or
otherwise detrimental to the public welfare.
Attachments:
Application Form
Booklet
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Fee Paid: �
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CITY OF STILLWATER 1� Conditional or Special Use Permit $50/200
216 NORTH FOURTH STREET Design Review S25
STILLWATER, MN 55082 Planned Unit Development* 500
Variance S70/200
Comprehensive Plan Amendment* S500
Zoning Amendment* S300
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Stillwater, MN 55082
Phone 612.439.4875
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Request for a Special
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Native American Art
Dried Floral Arrangements
Photography
Table of Contents
TABLEOF CONTENTS...............................................................................................................................1
REQUEST FOR SPECIAL USE PERMIT.................................................................................................3
NATURE OF BUSINESS - A NOTE FROM THE OWNER....................................................................4
THECHALMER HOUSE.............................................................................................................................5
KEYFEATURES..............................................................................................................................................5
THEPARTNERSHIPS....................................................................................................................................... 5
ATPRICES YOU CAN AFFORD....................................................................................................................... 5
PRODUCTLINES............................................................................................................................................ 5
BACKGROUND.............................................................................................................................................6
HISTORY OF RESIDENCE AT 821 THIRD ST. SOUTH...................................................................................... 6
CHARACTERISTICS OF NEIGHBORHOOD........................................................................................................6
MixedUse Neighborhood................•--..................................................................................................... 6
The Comer of Third and Churchill.....................................................................................................................6
TrueLife Christian Church.............................................................................................................................6
Apartments....................................................................................................................................................6
SingleFamily Residence.................................................................................................................................6
DayCare.........................................................................................................................................................6
The Comer of Fourth and Churchill....................................................................................................................7
SUMMARY OF BUSINESS CONDITIONS...............................................................................................8
MERCHANDISE.............................................................................................................................................. 8
USE OF THE RESIDENCE............................................................................................................. ........8
ADVERTISING................................................................................................................................................ 8
BUSINESSHOURS..........................................................................................................................................8
PARKING....................................................................................................................................................... 8
NONRESIDENTHELP ....................... ........... ........................... .-----------...... ......... ...-._-.-.-.-.......... ....---- _--- ..... ---- 8
SIGNAGE.......................................................................................................................................................9
THIRDSTREET SOUTH...................................................................................................................................9
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Request for Special User Permit
As of Friday, September 05, 1997
Request fbr Special Use Permit
1, Peter J. Young, owner and sole resident at 821 Third Street South, Stillwater, Minnesota,
request of the City of Stillwater and the Planning Commission a Special Use Permit for said
residence to conduct the business and related support functions of an Art Gallery. The
conditions of this business will be outlined in this document. It is my wish to operate this
business from my home to maximize the use of this property, and minimally impact the
lifestyle of my neighbors. To this extent I have drafted this proposal and involved the
effected parties to the best of my ability.
Sincerely,
Peter J. Young
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Request for Special User Permit
As of Friday, September 05, 1997
Nature of Business - A note from the Owner
The Chalmer House is an educational art gallery promoting exploration of the world around
us. It is the result of my personal endeavors. Documenting the images of the St. Croix
Valley, of the gardens around the world, of the profusion of color found at this residence, I
hope to extend the feeling we have here in the Valley.
Yet, we also venture forth to other parts of the world. Whether it is the coral islands of
Belize, the pueblos of New Mexico, the channels of the Pacific Northwest or the shores of
Lake Superior, images and creativity abound. Photographs and Native American art from
these trips will be part of the merchandise of the gallery.
In doing so, this Victorian treasure found in Stillwater becomes more accessible. I will
continue to impact the neighborhood in positive fashion. As this endeavor grows, I plan to
spend more time at the residence. This will only enhance the neighborhood qualities of the
south hill. Neighborhoods are people.
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Request for Special User Permit
As of Friday, September 05, 1997
The Chalmer House
"... So let us hold our breath, and play it right. On this planet of ours -
this 'Upperworld,' as the Hopi would say - no matter how it ends, we
are all in it together..."
The Day of Purification;
Meditations with The Hopi
The Chalmer House is an educational gallery with the mission of promoting an understanding
in photography, nature and Native American culture. Being an enthusiast, I can appreciate and
understand the issues and concerns people face. It is my pledge to help others overcome these
challenges. It is my pledge to help others learn the historic, spiritual, significance and
background of the photographs, flowers and Native American art.
I also sense a need to assist the artists to better present and promote his/her art. By using the
Internet as the foundation of our business, i feel i can help the artist reach a much broader
market.
Key features
Detailed information is provided on each piece for sale, including:
detailed item description
artist information
o historic, spiritual or cultural significance/background of the piece or design
The Partnerships
The collector: Understanding the collector's need is central to my business. I will provide
more than just the item which may capture an interest or eye. I am committed to providing
information -- about the artist, the art medium, the specific piece, and the historical/cultural
background of the item.
I will strive to discover the unusual, the new, and the more creative talent to help you build a
more valuable collection
The artist: The Native American artist is faced with the challenge of how to market their art
in the midst of an ever changing marketplace.
My objective is to represent, fairly, the art of a limited number of artists, in the product lines I
understand best.
At Prices You Can Afford
Product Lines
Pottery: Collector grade signed pottery from the pueblos of the Southwest.
Navajo Rugs: Collector grade rugs from the Navajo artists of the Southwest.
Mayan Slate Glyphs: Collector grade slate caivings from the Mayan artists of the Belize.
Wood Carvings: Collector grade masks, totems and paddles from the artists of the Pacific
Northwest.
Photographs: Photographs from St. Croix valley, Minnesota, Belize, the Pacific Northwest,
and the Southwest.
Floral Arrangements: Flowers from the gardens of The Chalmer House.
Request for Special User Permit
As of Friday, September 05, 1997
Background
History of Residence at 821 Third St. South
Text provided by River Town Restoration
"This home is a Queen Anne style (Victorian) built in 1895 by William Chalmers, one of the
organizers of the St. Croix Lumber Company, for a price of $3,500.
This home displays many of the features associated with Victorian splendor
Exterior architecture includes a wrap around porch, as well a tower and palladian windows.
The interior of the home contains a grand foyer with a dramatic open staircase, parquet floors,
pocket doors, ornate fireplaces and leaded and stained glass windows. Especially noteworthy
is the tower library with a built in bookcase.
In addition to extensive renovation work including a new roof, new exterior paint, new storm
windows and restoration of the wrap around porch, the current owner has added Victorian
garden landscaping. This garden is meant to be admired from the home rather than from
street as we typically design our gardens today"
Characteristics of Neighborhood
Mixed Use Neighborhood
The Comer of Third and Churchill
The neighborhood is primarily a residential neighborhood of Victorian homes. At this comer
there is a small church, a Victorian home converted into five apartments, a Victorian single
family residence and my own residence. Next door to me is a small day care facility with
about a half dozen children during the day.
True Life Christian Church
Church services are held Sunday and Wednesday evenings with street parking as the only
available parking. Gallery hours, which are by appointment only, will not interfere with these
times
Apartments
Apartment residence have off street parking with the occasional guest taking up some of the
street parking in front of 821 Third St. South. Gallery hours and parking would not interfere
with parking.
Family Residence
I have spoken with these neighbors, received their verbal consent. I expect no impact on this
residence.
Day Care
I have spoken with these neighbors, received their verbal consent. I expect no impact on this
residence.
Request for Special User Permit
As of Friday, September 05, 1997
The Comer of Fourth and Churchill
The corner of Fourth and Churchill is a commercial use area. Parking typically has not
overflowed the one block east to Third Street. Traffic patterns from Fourth and Churchill and
traffic from the "shortcut" to Chestnut St. down Third St. make traffic patterns heavier than
other residential neighborhoods. The galleries presence should not impact traffic or parking
conditions.
The heavier traffic pattern should benefit the locations awareness; however, "stop by"
business is not encouraged. Business hours are by appointment only.
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As of Thursday, October 09, 1997
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Summary of Business Conditions
Merchandise
The items for sale at The William Chalmers House will be a collection of nature, landscape
and travel photographs, floral arrangements, mixed media art(for example, photographs and
pressed flowers) and Native American art collected on photography and horticulture trips.
The photographs are assembled and framed at the residence in layout rooms located in the
residence. The majority of dried flowers will be grown, dried and arranged on site at the same
facilities.
Use of the Residence
Total Square Footage -- 4,000 Square Feet.
1,000 square feet will be used as gallery space
First Floor
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500 square feet will be used for residential purposes
1 Second Floor
1,500 square feet will be used for residential
purposes
Third Floor
1000 square feet will be used for residential
purposes
Garage
Residential Storage and Drying Space
Advertising
Advertising and promotion of this gallery will be via the Internet, consignment sales at local
merchants, and direct phone and mail sales with established clients. There is no walk in
traffic planned, as business hours are by appointment only.
Business Hours
By appointment only. In doing so, I can closely control parking, and the galleries impact on
the neighborhood.
Parking
All parking will be off-street. With the appointments only business hours, I will be able to
direct usage and direct customers to existing parking behind the residence. This area can
accommodate two cars.
Nonresident Help
None
Request for Special User Permit
As of Friday, September 05, 1997
Signage
Third Street South
I am requesting permission to hang a sign on the current front porch. Total square footage of
the sign would not exceed six square feet. The general information on this sign would include
the following:
■ Name of Business
• Business Hours
+ Phone Number
Internet Address
The Chalmer House
By Appointment Only
612439-4875
Churchill Street South
I am suggesting a second sign could be hung on a fence on the Churchill Street entrance to
parking. This would be at the direction of the Planning Commission and neighbors
permission. The total square footage of the sign would not exceed three square feet. The
general information on this sign would include the following.
Name of Business
The Chalmer House
• Parking An Arrow
Request for Special User Permit
As of Friday, September 05, 1997
Site Plan
See Following Page
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Gallery Space
Non -gallery Sp;
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Request for Special User Permit
As of Friday, September 05, 1997
Examples of Merchandise
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As of Friday, September 05, 1997
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Winter at Yellowstone
Buffalo at Sunset #4
Yellowstone, Wy
Belize Seas
Arrival at Sunset
Ranguana Caye, Belize, CA
.Who is Observing Whom?
_._.._.m..J-_._ ,5anlgnacio, Belize, CA
Trekking Southern Utah
I walk alone. Sunset on Powell
Zion National Park _ Glen Canyon, AZ
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Frosted Moonrise
Yellowstone, Wy
Shrimp Boats and Afternoon
Sun
Placencia, Belize, CA
Shadow on Zion
Zion National Park
Request for Special User Permit
As of Friday, September 05, 1997
Gardens
Victorian Garden
Established 1990
Redesigned 1996
Fern Grotto Shade Gardens
Established 1996 Established 1997
Lily Pond
Under Construction in 1997
(No pictures available at this time)
"Moon " Garden
Established 1996
Cutting Garden
Established 1991
Redesigned 1993
Redesign Planned 1998
(No pictures available at this time)
Trellis Garden Container Garden
Planned for 1998 Planned for 1998
Request for Special User Permit
As of Friday, September 05, 1997
Native American Art
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Request for Special User Permit
As of Friday, September 05, 1997
Raven
Pacific Northwest Wood Carving
Navajo Rugs
Hawkman
Two Grev Hills I Granado
Request for Special User Permit
As of Friday, September 05, 1997
Neighborhood Petition of Support
See following pages.
PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
CASE NO. V/97-52
Planning Commission Date: October 13, 1997
Project Location: 670 South Broadway Street
Comprehensive Plan District: Two Family Residential
Zoning District: RB
Applicant's Name: Michael and Beth Diem
Type of Application: Variance
Project Description: A Variance to the front yard setback (20 ft. required, 16 ft requested.
Discussion:
The request is to extend the front porch another 4 ft. into the front yard setback. The existing
wooden stairs and covered porch are is disrepair (b. 1886). Due to the topography and the
existing floor elevation of the house, the existing wooden stairs extend into the 20 ft. front yard
setback and continue as concrete steps to the property line. The existing porch and stair are
going to be repaired/rebuilt. Because of snow and ice problems on the wooden stairs, the
applicant is going to extend the porch roof over the stairs. Constructing the roof over the
stairs creates an odd L-shaped roof. The request is to enclose the "missing" corner of the L-
shape, for aesthetic, structural and practical reasons. The corner will extent 4 ft. into the 20 ft.
front yard setback. The bottom two wooden steps will be replaced with concrete.
The existing porch is screened with half walls. The proposed porch will have a railing around it
instead of a half wall creating a less intrusive view from the street.
Conditions of Approval:
1. Colors and materials used for the porch shall match the existing house.
Recommendation:
Approved as conditioned.
Findings:
1. That a hardship peculiar to the property, not created by any act of the owner, exists. In this
context, personnel financial difficulties, loss of prospective profits and neighboring violations
are not hardships justifying a variance.
2. That a variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property
rights possessed by other properties in the same district and in the same vicinity; and that a
variance, if granted, would not constitute a special privilege of the recipient not enjoyed by his
neighbors.
3. That the authorizing of the variance will not be of substantial detriment to adjacent property
and not materially impair the purpose and intent of this title or the public interest nor adversely
affect the Comprehensive Plan.
Attachments:
Application Form/Plan
Case No:
Date Filed:
Fee Paid:
Receipt No
PLANNING ADMINISTRATION FORM
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
CITY OF STILLWATER
216 NORTH FOURTH STREET
STILLWATER, MN 55082
ACTION REQUESTED: FEE
Certificate of Compliance 70
Conditional or Special Use Permit $50/200
Design Review $25
Planned Unit Development* $500
✓ Variance $70/200
Comprehensive Plan Amendment* $500
Zoning Amendment* $300
Subdivision* $100+$50/lot
_ Resubdivision 100
Total Fee
*An escrow fee is also required to cover the costs of attorney and engineering fees (see attached)
The applicant is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all forms and supporting
material submitted in connection with any application.
PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION
Address of Project 610 S. b woiway 5-- Assessor's Parcel No.
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"1 hereby state the foregoing statements and all data, information and evidence submitted herewith in
all respects, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true and correct. I further certify 1 will comply
with the permit if it is granted and used. "
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To: Planning Commission/City Council
Re: Variance application
670 S. Broadway St., rebuild/expand existing porch
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The existing wood stairs and covered porch (b. 1886) are in
disrepair. Because of the topography and the existing floor
elevation of the house, the existing wood stairs extend into the
20' front yard setback and continue as concrete steps to the
property line. The existing porch and stairs are planned to be
repaired/rebuilt. However, there is a desire to also continue
the new roof over most of the wood stairs, because of snow
and ice problems. This would result in an odd L-shaped roof.
This proposal then, is to also enclose the missing corner of the
L-shape (20 so for aesthetic, structural and practical reasons.
This corner would extend (with most of the existing wood
treads) 4' into the 20' front yard setback. The bottom 2 wood
treads and risers would be replaced with concrete.
The existing porch is screened with half walls. However, the
proposed porch is planned as open with railings and is viewed
as part of the open stairs (the design will discourage future
enclosure). Because of this design, the proposed open
porch will be less intrusive from the street than the existing
construction.
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October 6, 1997
Mr. Steve Russell
Community Development Director
City of Stillwater
216 North Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
In Re: Diem Variance Request
670 South Broadway
Dear Steve:
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I wish to advise you that our home at 657 South Broadway is located almost
directly across the street from the home of Michael and Beth Diem, who reside at 670 South
Broadway. We have been provided with a copy of the Diems' request for front yard setback
variance, which will be considered at a public hearing to be held on Monday, Ocrober 13,
1997.
I wish to advise you that Sharron and I have no objection to the variance
requested, and we encourage the City to grant the same.
Thank you for your consideration regarding the above.
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PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
CASE NO. V/97- 56
Planning Commission Date: October 13, 1997
Project Location: 1941 Oak Glen Lane
Comprehensive Plan District: One Family Residential
Zoning District: RA
Applicant's Name: Michael and Rhonda Ruff ini
Type of Application: Variance
Project Description: A Variance to the rear yard setback (25 feet required, 17 feet requested)
for the construction of a 3-season porch.
Discussion:
The request is to construct a 14 foot by 16 foot 3-season porch that would encroach eight feet
into the rear yard setback. The lot layout has two rear lot lines creating an apex with the
narrowest lot dimension located at the center of the lot. That apex point is at a point adjacent
to the back of the existing home and at the point of the proposed addition. According to the
applicant, lot layout and the interior design of the house create the hardship for a variance.
Conditions of Approval:
Should the Commission grant approval of the request, staff recommends the following
conditions of approval:
1. All drainage shall remain on site.
2. Materials and color shall be similar to the existing house.
Recommendation:
Denial, the applicant could construct a 8 foot by 14 foot porch and not have to request a
variance.
Findings:
1. That a hardship peculiar to the property, not created by any act of the owner, exists. In this
context, personnel financial difficulties, loss of prospective profits and neighboring violations
are not hardships justifying a variance.
2. That a variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property
rights possessed by other properties in the same district and in the same vicinity; and that a
variance, if granted, would not constitute a special privilege of the recipient not enjoyed by his
neighbors.
3. That the authorizing of the variance will not be of substantial detriment to adjacent property
and not materially impair the purpose and intent of this title or the public interest nor adversely
affect the Comprehensive Plan.
Attachments:
Application Form/Building Elevations/Floor Plan
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Case No:
Date Filed:
Fee Paid:
Receipt No. .
PLANNING ADMINISTRATION FORM
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
CITY OF STILLWATER
216 NORTH FOURTH STREET
STILLWATER, MN 55082
ACTION REQUESTED: FEE
Certificate of Compliance S70
Conditional or Special Use Permit S50/200
Design Review S25
Planned Unit Development* S500
Variance S70/200
Comprehensive Plan Amendment* S500
Zoning Amendment* S300
Subdivision* S 100+$50/lot
Resubdivision S100
Total Fee
*An escrow fee is also required to cover the costs of attorney and engineering fees (see attached)
The applicant is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all forms and supporting
material submitted in connection with any application.
PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION
Address of Project _1 ` 11 0<2�k 6, I zh Lo yNe Assessor's Parcel No. & C 0 2, t -�'c: 3 y
Zoning District Description of Project - JA 10t
"1 hereby state the foregoing statements and all data, information and evidence submitted herewith in
all respects, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true and correct. 1 further certify I will comply
with the permit if it is granted and used."
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1941 Oak Glen Lane
Stillwater, MN 55082
612-3 51-0178
Fax 612-351-0209
September 24, 1997
Sue Fitzgerald/Steve Russell
City of Stillwater
Stillwater, Minnesota
Attached is our variance application for the rear setback of our property located at 1941
Oak Glen Lane. This variance is required to allow the addition of a three season porch to
the rear of our home. As can be seen on the attached survey, our lot layout has the two
rear lot lines creating an apex with the most narrow lot dimension located at center of the
lot. This apex is at a point adjacent to the back of the existing home and at the point of
the proposed addition. It is this lot layout together with our home's interior layout that
creates the hardship which requires this variance.
For reference the distance between the existing home and the apex of the rear lot lines is
33.15 feet. The proposed addition will be 16 feet deep which will reduce the distance
between the building and the apex of the rear lot lines to approximately 17.15 feet.
It is our desire to build this addition in a manner which enhances the appearance and value
of our home and the surrounding area. As such we have considered the following in the
initial design of this addition.
• The style, construction and quality of the addition will be consistent with that of the
existing home. The same architect and contractor that designed and built the existing
home will be used to finalize the design and to build the addition.
• All building materials including, siding, shingles, windows and doors will be selected
to match those used on the existing structure.
■ The back wall of the proposed addition will be approximately the same distance from
the street as the back wall of the home to the west and not as far back from the street
as the home to the east.
• The roof of the addition will be lower than that of the existing home and lower than
the roofs of the homes on either side of this property.
• The average distance between the rear property lines and a line drawn across the lot
along the rear wall of the proposed addition is 54.7 feet.
• The distance along lines perpendicular to the rear lot lines and the building remains
unchanged with the closest point being over 60 feet.