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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-09-12 CPC PacketZoning Zone O • �l star THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA September 7, 1988 THE STILLWATER PLANNING COMMISSION WILL MEET ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 1988 AT 7 00 P M IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITY HALL, 216 NORTH OURTri TREET AGENDA Approval of Minutes - August 8, 1988 PUBLIC HEARINGS 1 Case No SUB/88-49 - A subdivision of a 41,788 square foot lot into two lots of 20,025 square feet and 21,763 square feet at 1417 West Pine Street in the RA One Family District Stephen and Susan Russell, Applicants 2 Case No SUP/88-50 - Special Use Permit to construct a four stall car wash at the "Minuteman"/"Final' Station at 1750 South Greeley Street in the IPCIndustrial Park Commercial District John Ogren, Applicant 3 Case No SV/88-51 - A street vacation of a portion of Sunnyslope Lane 1n Radle's Hilltop Addition in the RA One Family District Swager Brothers, Applicant 4 Case No SUB/88-53 - A subdivision of a 47,800 square foot lot into two lots of 24,750 and 23,050 square feet at the south end of North Broadway in the RB Two Family Residential District Karl Neumeier, Applicant 5 Case No SUP/88-54 - A Special Use Permit to conduct a secretarial service business in a home at 1002 South Third Street 1n the RB Two Family Residential District John and Leanne Gllstrom, Applicants 6 Case No SUP/88-55 - A Special Use Permit to construct a 33 square foot sign approximately seven feet in height (from grade) for a lumber company at 808 North Fourth Street in the RB Two Family Residential District Consolidated Lumber Company, Applicant nTWPP TTFMC 1 Review and discussion of the Downtown Plan Land Use and Implementation Sections CITY HALL 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE 612 439 6121 ® aTILLWATFF PLANNING CnMMI SInN MINUTES Date August 8, 1988 Time 7 00 p m Members Present Gerald Fontaine, Chairman Glenna Bealka Rob Hamlin Judy Curtis Jean Jacobson Mark Ehlenz Nancy Putz Jay Kimble (arrived at 8 35) Steve Russell, Comm Dev Director Members Absent Don Valsvik Chairman Fontaine called the meeting to order APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Mark Ehlenz, seconded by Glenna Bealka to approve the minutes of July 11, 1988 as submitted All in favor PUBLIC HEARINGS Case No SUP/88-41 - Special Use Permit to operate a Latch -Key Program (before and after school child care) at Oak Park Elementary School (6355 Osman Avenue North) in the RA One Family Residential District Independent School District 4834, Applicant There was no School District representative present at the meeting There were no comments from audience members Mark Ehlenz made a motion to approve the Special Use Permit, Rob Hamlin seconded All in favor Case No SUP/V/88-42 - Variance and Special Use Permit to operate a nine guest room Bed and Breakfast at 306 West Olive Street Charles and Judith Dougherty, Applicant Charles Dougherty, owner/operator of the Bed and Breakfast presented the request The Rivertown Inn is currently a nine guest room Bed and Breakfast The variance is requested because of the newly passed Bed and Breakfast Ordinance which limits guest rooms to five Motion by Judy Curtis, seconded by Jean Jacobson to approve the request for a Variance and Special Use Permit with two conditions All in favor • Case No SUP/V/88-43 - Variance and Special Use Permit to construct a 241x32' garage (three stall) at 204 North Third Street Board of Water Commissioners, Applicant Dennis McKean presented the application There are four possible locations for the new garage The Water Board prefers Plan B, but is Stillwater Planning Commission Minutes August 8, 1988 requesting comments and a possible recommendation from the Planning Commission The Commission's main concern was with the removal of the two large evergreen trees Mr McKean stated that the trees will be replaced if it is not possible to save them The hill will be excavated regardless of the location of the garage because of a deteriorating water line that is to be repaired Mr Russell suggested an alternative roof line for Plan B in order to prevent blocking the view from 4th Street Chairman Fontaine called for a vote on the Special Use Permit and a recommendation for a preferred plan Motion by Mark Ehlenz, seconded by Jean Jacobson to approve the Special Use Permit All in favor Five Commissioners recommended Plan B Judy Curtis recommended Plan B with a different roof line Rob Hamlin recommended Plan A Case No V/88-44 - Variance to the thirty foot setback requirement on corner lots (fifteen feet proposed) for the construction of a new garage at 1321 West Olive Street George Ness, property owner, presented the application His plans are to remove an existing garage and build a new two car garage in the same location The variance request is in consideration of a neighbor who uses Mr Ness's property to throw snow during the winter, and whose view would be blocked if the garage were set back Motion by Nancy Putz, seconded by Mark Ehlenz to approve the variance request Motion carried 5-1 Chairman Fontaine opposed Rob Hamlin abstained Case No SUP/V/88-46 - Special Use Permit to construct a 23,000 square foot office/warehouse on Curve Crest Boulevard (East of Arrow Building Center and West of the Curve Crest Building) Con/Spec Corp , Applicant Two representatives of Con/Spec presented the application The proposed building will have office/warehouse space for three tenants The developers are in agreement with the nine recommended conditions of approval except for No 1 They would prefer a solid evergreen hedge rather than a solid wood fence as recommended The Commission discussed future establishment of guidelines for design and color of buildings in the industrial Park District At this time no restrictions exist Motion by Mark Ehlenz, seconded by Nancy Putz to approve the • application with nine conditions, and to revise Condition No 1 to "A solid evergreen hedge" All in favor Stillwater Planning Commission Minutes August 8, 1988 Case No V/88-47 - Variance to the twenty foot sideyard building setback requirement (approximately fourteen feet proposed) for the construction of an accessible walkway for the handicapped at 102 North Third Street United States Postal Service, Applicant Roger Karrick, Stillwater Postmaster, and Michelle Johannes, architect, presented the application The new sidewalk and secondary entrance are proposed for the north side of the Post Office building A new safety wall and handrail will extend over the setback by five feet, six inches Motion by Rob Hamlin, seconded by Jean Jacobson to approve the variance request All in favor Case No SUP/88-48 - Special Use Permit for the placement of a sign for Interlachen Hills Subdivision at the corner of Interlachen Way and Bayberry Avenue Court Robert P Hauck, Arteka Landscape Architects/ Contractors, presented the application Mr Hauck requested that Condition No 2 be revised to permit illumination of the sign with spotlights on the ground in front of the shrubbery The Commission agreed with the request if the lights are • timed to shut off at 10 p m , and the lights be directed so they do not shine on any resident's property Condition No 3 was revised because the Interlachen Co owns the lot on which the sign will be located The Condition will state that the owners of Lot 15 must maintain the sign or it will be removed Judy Curtis made a motion to approve the Special Use Permit with the three recommended conditions Mark Ehlenz seconded All in favor OTHER BUSINESS Sign Ordinance - The Commission reviewed the revised Sign Ordinance for recommendation to the City Council The Commission discussed temporary signs and determined that this type of sign should be allowed for a 60-day maximum and only for a special reason, with approval from the Planning staff Motion by Rob Hamlin, seconded by Nancy Putz, to recommend the Sign Ordinance as revised All in favor Motion by Rob Hamlin, seconded by Mark Ehlenz to ad)ourn the meeting at 9 10 p m Motion carried Submitted by Shelly schaubach Recording Secretary 3 PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO SUB/88-49 Planning Commission Meeting September 12, 1988 Project Location 1417 West Pine Street Comprenensive Plan District RA Zoning District Single Family Applicant's Name Stephen and Susan Russell Type of Application Minor Subdivision Project Description A subdivision to split a 41,788 square foot lot into two lots of 20,025 and 21,763 square feet Discussion aThe application is to subdivide an existing 41,788 square foot lot into two single family lots of 20,025 and 21,763 square feet Mr Russell does not plan to build on the proposed 20,025 square foot lot at this time The 21,763 square foot lot is the Russell f amily's present place of residence Recommendation Approval Findings The proposed land division is consistent with the use density and lot size requirements of the Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan flit _ _L--- - Certificate of Survey LJ A. u a • M M Q `9 zl� nl JN . 7 IN {\ �1\ s jt r r i r .525 s j X 0 Mn' T~\ cEx'i1�'ICATL of Bv�tvi CERTIFICATE OF LOCATION OF Bun DING I hereby certify that on _3- 1 7 19 7� I hereby tify that on this survey, plan or report was prepared by me or under this survey plan, or report was prepared my direct su pervLsion and that I am a duly Registered Land my direr t supervision and that I arm it duly neyor under the laws ut the Mate of Minnesota Sunevor under the laws of the State of Itir, • PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO SUP/88-50 Planning Commission Meeting September 12, 1988 Project Location 1750 South Greeley Street Comprehensive Plan District IP-C Zoning District Industrial Park Commercial Applicant's Name John Ogren Type of Application Special Use Permit Project Description The request is for a Special Use Permit to construct a four stall car wash at the "Minuteman" Station Discussion The request is to construct a four stall car wash at the new Minuteman Gas Station located on South Greeley Street The car wash will be located west of the new gas station with a building size of approximately 2,300 square feet The calculated green area for the project is 17,823 square feet or 32% of the Minuteman Gas Station area which meets the cities landscape requirements The City Engineer reviewed the proposed site plan He generally felt the site plan met the cities requirements but also suggested some grade changes to alleviate standing water on the site These changes have been reviewed with Mr Ogren Glen Van Wormer, Traffic Engineer, also reviewed the plan and made suggestions One suggestion is to extend the traffic island south of the car wash in order to keep the area in front of the car wash clear Another suggestion is to shift the building north by fifteen feet in order to make the turn lanes larger on the south entrance Conditions of Approval The site be graded as per engineer's recommendation 2 A sign plan be submitted for the car wash or any additional signage at the "Minuteman" site 3 The traffic island be extended on the south side of the property 4 The landscaping be completed before the car wash opens for business Recommendation Approval with conditions Findings The proposed use will not be injurious to the neighborhood or otherwise detrimental to the public welfare and will be in harmony with the general purpose of the ordinance Attachments - Site plan 10 r • PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO SV/88-51 Planning Commission Meeting September 12, 1988 Project Location Sunnyslope Lane Comprehensive Plan District Single Family Residential Zoning District RA Flood Plain Yes Applicant's Name Swager Brothers, Inc Type of Application Street Vacation Project Description A street vacation of Sunnyslope Lane that runs directly north of the present cul de sac The request is to vacate the proposed Sunnyslope Lane which was to run directly north of the present cul de sac This was part of the Development • Agreement for the Radle's Hilltop Addition in 1979 This street would have serviced lots 3, 4, 17 and 18 These lots would be difficult to develop because of the sloped sites and no improved road access' The owner of Lot 7 is presently developing it He also owns lots 3 and 4 and plans to sell them to adjacent property owners for excess yard areas Lots 17 and 18 are presently privately owned Notice of the Hearing has been sent to affected property owners and utility providers No comments have been received as of this writing Conditions of Approval 1 Access will be provided to Lot #5 off end of cul de sac Recommendation Approval Findings The proposed street vacation is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance Attachments - Site plan of vacated property • - Petition • NO SC -LE NOT IN PROJECT L U) LEGCNO �� --�--. [IISTIMC SAMITAAY3C*[R 1 EXISTING WATTA14Aiw a DcunNG "s "m a ►ROPOSCO 3AMITARY 3EMEA ►RpIp3L0 WATLRMAIM PROPOSED 3 TORw 3CMCA rRoro3Eo 3n1EM APPROVED PREPARED BY SHORT ELLIOTT HENORICKSON INC DATE d_ :)7_Gf q I ST PAUL IAIN#+E50TA 0 CiMPP"A FAILS MnSC LU Z Q 2 FILE NO RADLES HILLTOP ADDITION 83081 DWG NO CITY OF STILLWATER , MN. 2 A z \ Ll PETITION TO VACATE PUBLIC STREET THE UNDERSIGNED HEREBY PETITION THAT ALL THAT PORTION OF ABUTTING LOTS 3 _ y BLOCK ,� A J_ PS /� / �, L T vP ADDITION, IN THE CITY OF STILLWATER, HEREBY BE VACATED NAME Ll ADDRESS R • PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO SUB/88-53 Planning Commission Meeting September 12, 1988 Project Location Property between Elm Street and the South end of North Broadway Comprehensive Plan District Two Family Zoning District RB Applicants Name Karl E Neumeier Type of Application Minor Subdivision Project Description The project is to subdivide Lot 23, a 47,800 square foot lot into two lots, Lot A with 23,050 square feet and Lot B with 24,750 square feet Discussion The property is located off the South end of North Broadway and is bounded by North First Street on the West, vacated Aspen Street right-of-way on the North and Elm Street on the South The site overlooks the old prison Access to the site is provided off of North Broadway It would be practically difficult to gain access from First Street for Lot B An easement is proposed over Lot A to provide access to Lot B off of Broadway The Subdivision ordinance requires all lots have access to a public street The lots are steeply sloped The topographic maps for the area show a thirty foot drop in elevation from the Northeast to Southwest and a fifty foot drop in elevation for Lot B The Zoning Ordinance requires that for the lots to be subdivided, 10,000 square feet of lot area per lot must be in slopes less than 30% Without a site survey, it is questionable if the requirement can be met Sewer service is available in North First Street but it would be very difficult to get to because of ground conditions and the slope of the land The Water Department indicated an on -site system would be required to have water on the site It may be possible to build on the two lots, but without additional information on site topography and utilities, a lot split cannot be recommended Recommendation Denial Findings The request is not consistent with lot size and road access requirements of the Zoning Ordinance Attachment - Application - Preliminary Subdivision Plan - Topography Map - C C� r Dcle ,-,►ec PL-^,�I1INJC ��,V�IZ��iRA IVL FOIR �d zo��,.Ay S1-eet Lccc' an o- P'crer`y ��_T_►_v_��i1C.__!�v _.� S T �1_�._��L,'� Sl �__ - Lecc1 Cost- a„cn or P-c=erty AA // cJ Jvc / F------------- - \ C,w, e- _ 6$1��.P�-^-'vts�lr_-�'----- P'o; e - 5p/4S-25,67 rvc Spa ss gool�cc^� (►r o;;-er tr,cn owner � c; , --------------- ------------------ Pone --------------- Adc-ess ------- Rezoning ___ Approval or Prelimincry Plct 1 ype o: Recues6 _ -- ___ Speciel Use Permit __- Approval of Fincl Plct --- variance --- Other- -- on or Recues,� ---------------- -------------------------------------- ---------- - - Sicnclure of Apahcan- -- - - ----------- Dc-a o: Public Hearing ---------------------------------- J� .CnC'tC : to be a^awn on DoC-Y OI ws AOa� QI'ia�� ItOT— oI proaosea proner`j ana s,:LC'=e tz :ear snowl-g t. a iollowing _ J O • 1 Nor aL ectl0n. N a 2 Loca, on or proaosea s`rlc`ure on lot. _ 3 D1 tensions of „on: ana s ae set-oac'{s G Di -e^.s ons oz proaosea st: c'ure 6 Loca or o:..alsce- t e� s` ng bLi-a-r gs 7 Oder =o.--nation as may tie reaues-ac- Aoorovcd ___ Dcjied ___ by the PlcnnLng Commission on ----------- (dcje) - tO t'-e ;allowing conditions -------------------------- suojec -- ---------------------- Aoo-oved --- Denied --- by the Counc I an ____-------- ---- sublet ;o t'-s -'ollowin5 cond„ ons __---------- -------------------------- --------------------------- - - _- Co; r-ents_ (Use other side) KARL E NEUMEIER 288 0 LANDING HILL • SOMEFESEr W1 34025 August 23, 1988 City Council, I am considering selling a lo+ I ow-1 in Stillwater ns Dart of evala4+1ng +re lot )I a:. Dronosiig +o divide it into tfo lots and hereoy reouest ,our consideration of the proDosal Ze+'erencirg '-hp enclosed mao the lot is direc+lf at 4-re south end of ;forth Broad -ray in the Carli & Schulenberg's addition I origi-lallf owed all of lo+ 23 and in 1982 sold the house and lo+ in which. I liv-d to Thomsens, as shori The remai^der of lol 2? is the subjec+ lot R'hP Dronosal is to divide t-e remaind-r in+o lots k & B as sno m Tor+'r ^irst Street '1as sewer arailable,but +here is *io iater available oecaase -,-be r t-r It -le do a tee allej rest of :roan *aJ is a nrlva+e li-e and as 1 understand mot sui+able -or adai-io,al 'nook-uD - iere-ore 49l s fould be 1 i raculr?d I could 1'ie tc _v- - - 7:vroz:-d iJt3 CCC7t�� _ e • _ _� =-. 1 Jr _ drz r- rc 3as -' Qit'it J t e or"- Jr -0- z t0 1 o + B Lot B oorders on To r, rst S+ but the accsss is st,eo ( To 1�t is also s+een) and it would be dir''ic-lt to make a suitacle access ^v,ank ou vor your consideration, earl S leu_meier I .3 3 A C,�.R�l SGN„ti��vA�f�3 AA.D17-1on! < o At (/Ac T TvNE �89�� V7 /90 O ,'lo rz P(fro- p HMA-,j- O / m Tci �. o r r8 �y�►SCl 1 / to his%° a , � / I 45, ,Lo T 23 oT 0 1, C) ;5 P p c) o S r a A—,o T A rE s r Ak E,n ; ,415b sy Fr Fir Ae a = ,'�,�OCO s5 �r / �x�sr��c- I�AsEM�N O '� � Tr1aMSEiv Dr?�v:77. T}{oM S EN ICo % • AL 9 Lij If fil Ln /OD 1�1 Xy I� 1� �r • �� rr �, 1�1 r�r xl� x11 40 tl Ila r r + j ui�il x I \ i ¢r re A hSit ll C� PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO SUP/88-5q- Planning Commission Meeting September 12, 1988 Project Location 1002 South Third Street Comprehensive Plan District RB Zoning District Two Family Applicant's Name Leanne and John Gillstrom Type of Application Special Use Permit Project Description A Special Use Permit to conduct a "secretarial service" business in a residential home Discussion The request is for a Special Use Permit to conduct a "secretarial service" business in the home of John and Leanne Gilstrom Mrs Gilstrom will be conducting the business and will be the only employee at this time She will • run the business through advertising by word of mouth, newspaper advertising and mail out advertising Potential customers may stop at the home by "appointment only" but the majority of the business will be conducted by picking up and delivering materials This will create minimal additional traffic and parking generated by the business CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL 1 No sign identifying the business shall be erected 2 Any additional employees hired for the business, shall have Planning Commission approval 3 Any complaints about the business will have review by the Community Development Director with possible revocation of the Special Use Permit RECOMMENDATION Approval FINDINGS The proposed use will not be injurious to the neighborhood or otherwise detrimental to the public welfare and will be in harmony with the general purpose of the ordinance ATTACHMENTS Letter from Leanne Gilstrom • August 30, 1988 Ann Pung-Terwedo City of Stillwater Planning Commission 216 N Fourth St Stillwater, MN 55082 Dear Ann The following information is provided per your request in reference to my desire to establish a business in my home Type of Business My intention is to establish a "secretarial service" in my home How Business is to be Conducted My intention is to run the business as "low key" (i e advertising by using "word-of-mouth" and newspaper advertising, as well as possibly • mailing out information to prospective clients) I have no intention of displaying any type of sign at my home Business will be run as "by appointment only", with the majority of the business, I will be going to their location and picking up the materials and bringing them to my home I forsee very little, if any, increased parking generated from this business Number of Employees I will be the only employee I will contact the City of Stillwater Planning Commission should this desire change in the future Please find enclosed my check for $50 00 Please advise me of any further fees required for public hearing notice Also enclosed is permit form Thank you for your assistance Sincerely, eanne P Gillstrom 1002 S Third St Stillwater, MN 55082 439-2039 (home) 439-5454 (work -until 9/09) Enclosures • i • PLANNING APPLICATION REVIEW CASE NO SUP/88-55 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING September 12, 1988 PROJECT LOCATION 808 North Fourth Street COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DISTRICT RB ZONING DISTRICT Two Family Residential APPLICANT'S NAME Consolidated Lumber Company TYPE OF APPLICATION Special Use Permit PROJECT DESCRIPTION A Special Use Permit to construct a thirty-three square foot sign approximately seven feet in height for a lumber company office in a residential district DISCUSSION The request is to construct a sign for Consolidated Lumber Company This lumber company office is located in the RB Two Family Residential District so it requires this Special Use Permit The sign will be approximately thirty-three square feet, constructed of redwood material with natural finish, and have plastic lettering The sign will match the new building facade The sign will rest on two brick supports within a concrete planter approximately twelve inches in height The planter will not be landscaped with plant material but with large rocks and gravel CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL 1 The sign shall be set back at least five feet from any lot line 2 The sign shall not be illuminated 3 The base of the sign shall be landscaped RECOMMENDATION Approval with conditions FINDINGS The proposed use will not be injurious to the neighborhood or otherwise to the public welfare ATTACHMENTS - Plans • 1 1 1 oll, >r ,0 m �JI • u A N -_- - ---- I i �,tN III I t , I Gx� E (c.NaE m I -j - +I - -1 L- f D� , I rl • , ' 1 ` i L � T t, r' t r t r � S r r 1 �1 J r • • I , a f 1 -- ��¢ 1 , 1 �71 Hs 4 d Y09 y s 1 ' t � Z 1 4 i 7 r k 1 1 d l Ipier 26�� THE BIRTHPLACE OF MINNESOTA TO PLANNING COMMISSION FROM STEVE RUSSELL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR DATE SEPTEMBER 8, 1988 SUBJECT DRAFTS - SECTIONS OF DOWNTOWN PLAN I have attached the Goals and Objectives, Land Use and Implementation sections of the Downtown Plan for Commission review and comment Don Valsvik and Judy Curtis are the Commission's representatives on the Downtown Plan Steering Committee and are familiar with the sections A Public Hearing on the Downtown Plan is scheduled for Wednesday, September 21, 1988 at City Hall After the hearing, the Downtown Plan Committee will recommend the plan for Planning Commission and Council approval iTake special note of Land Use changes and Implementation Program responsibilities of the Planning Commission ATTar wmPNTC CITY HALL 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE 612 439 6121 V1 • OVERf,LL GOAL STATEiMENT FOR DOWNTOWN STILLWATER The image and ioentity of Downtown Stillwater is of primary importance It is represented in its historic buildings, its natural setting, and in its dedication to open spaces, pedestrian accessibility and the River The goal of the Downtown Plan is to enhance and retain the Historic Rivertown image of Stillwater through a conscientious and gradual process oT change and economic growth so that Stillwater, the Birthplace of Minnesota, continues to be a special place to live, to work, and to visit IHAGE GOAL AND OBJECTIVES The linage of Stillwater is an historical rivertown in a beautiful natural s e t t 1 n g Contributing to this image are a number of well-preserved 19th Century buildings, the scale of the Downtown Commercial area, and its setting between the oluffs and the river Image Goal Enhance and retain the historic rivertown image of Stillwater Image Objectives - Preserve the natural appearance of the entrances to Downtown, of the bluffs and hillsides, of the river valley • - Maintain and enhance the pedestrian connections between the bluff top residential areas and Downtown commercial/recreation areas - Preserve significant Downtown historic structures, including the Lift Bridge across the St Croix River - Develop and administer design guidelines for new development, so that the integrity of the existing and surrounding buildings is maintained and new development is of a height, size and design compatible with the best examples of existing development - Establish height limits for new development - Establish screening requirements for utility areas and mechanical equipment - Develop a coordinated sign program for public as well as private signs - Establish a streetscape design theme, including lighting, signage, landscaping, street furniture, and paving texture for main street and connecting streets - Preserve structures that are on or quality for the National Register of Historic Places • IL • PHSIC4L ENVIRONMENT GOALS AND OBJECTIVES The physical environment of Downtown Stillwater has long been a source of pride and inspiration for residents and visitors alike This includes the St Croix, a National Wild and Scenic River, the river oluffs, the woods, the views, and the handsome old buildings The physical environment is a reminder of the economic and cultural heritage of the City, but more importantly supports present and future business activity Because of the constraints impobed by the river and the steep bluffs and because of the importance of the image and function or Downtown, construction and renovation of all elements of this built environment must proceed witn great care Physical Environment Goals - Maintain and build a physical environment which achieves the image objectives set forth above - Require architecture and urban design which recalls late 19th Century commercial design, is refined and subdued, and helps create an environment which is pleasing and interesting to pedestrians All buildings and public improvements should present an attractive, well -kept appearance Ensure that the infrastructure is adequate to support the long-term aims • of the Downtown Physical Environment Objectives Land Use Planning Adopt and follow a land use plan which - Promotes the historic, small rivertown image of Stillwater - Allows for economic growth and evolution - Promotes other objectives for the physical environment - Separates incompatible land uses - Helps create a pedestrian core which is identifiable and buffered from development such as industries - Protects the adjacent residential neighborhoods - Improves the use and enjoyment of the riverfront - Can be realistically serviced by the circulation and parking system • - Protects important views and vistas Encourages private redevelopment of properties which are underutilized or not supportive of the objectives of this plan - Maximize park land area along the riverfront 2 • Trarfic and Parking - Minimize the negative impacts of traffic and parking on the image objectives while still supporting appropriate economic activity - Maximize the efficiency or the limited parking supply through user education, signage, enforcements, pricing and other means As redevelopment occurs in the Downtown, restructure and redesign the parking system so that it supports the image, economy, and other physical environment objectives - Improve pedestrian access up the bluff to the neighborhoods, througnout the Downtown, and along the river - Improve the environment for bicyclists - Provide drop otf locations and parking for charter buses bringing visitors to Stillwater - Maintain the Historic Lift Bridge as a airect connection to Wisconsin from the Downtown for local and visitor traffic - Locate new parking structures along Second Street west of Main Street - Remove parking from the riverfront along Lowell Park as new parking becomes available and adequate spaces are available Riverfront - Develop a riverfront park and open space system including Lowell Park, the City owned property south of downtown and Kolliner Park - Make the riverfront a more pleasing place for those who seek active or passive recreation - Support the present level of boating access while achieving the image and riverfront passive recreation aims - Make the Downtown riverfront a community focal point - Improve pedestrian paths to and along the -river and generally improve the perception of access to the river from all parts of Downtown - Consider relocating charter and excursion boating facilities to the City owned property south of downtown Landscaping - Use landscaping to blend the Downtown into the natural attraction of the St Croix River Valley, to improve the enjoyment of the riverfront, and to soften features such as parking lots and service areas which may be inconsistent with the desired Downtown image Call attention to the natural resources of the Downtown, including the river, the bluffs, East bank of the river, the geologic history 3 • Vie,,s and Vistas - Increase the awareness and enjoyment of special views into, across, and out or the Downtown - Protect and enhance special views and vistas, particularly water or river valley views Utilities - Ensure that the water, sanitary sever, and arainage systems are adequate to support present and future land development - Reduce the visual impact of the telephone and electricity lines ECONOMY GOAL AND OBJECTIVES The economic health of the community is dependent on the economic health of local commercial and industr-ial activities These activities provide jobs for residents, products, services, and tax base to support puDlic facilities and services Tne Downtown provides a significant share of Stillwater's economic base Economic Goal The goal for Gowntown Stillwater is to encourage a viable and compatible mix of community and visitor -serving activities that builds on the assets of Downtown �s ofd ubllicble serPilceseto liv, and facelit�es,andopheand naturaltresourcesnt with the capacity P Economic Objectives - Promote complementary land uses in the Downtown - Include retail, service, government, housing, and tourist -related activities Downtown so as to provide economic stability - Achieve a balance visitor -related activities and community -oriented activities Position Downtown Stillwater in the regional visitor market - Promote the unique aspects of ahveDowntown by rtown characterest�cs9of the City strategy based on the historicnd r - Use the waterfront as an amenity which supports housing, recreation, and retail growth Preserve and enhance the historic and architecturally significant buildings in Downtown . _ Promote the (re)development of the North Main Street area Increase employment and sales Downtown so as to assure the continued importance of the Downtown in Stillwater's overall economy Increase or maintain property values and building occupancy rates Downtown IL 4 LA,'D USE PLAN Tie Land Use "Ian provides direction for suture land use in the Downtown Planning area Tne Plan addresses opoortunities and constraints and helps i,np enent the Goals ana Objectives for Downtown Underlying principals used in deielcping the plan include - °roinote uses than complement existing land uses - Include a mix or retail, office, multi -family housing, visitor related and 11mited light industrial activities to provide economic vitality and stability - Acnieia a balance between local and visitor serving activities - Recognize existing land use patterns and market conditions in developing land use oclicy Tne proposed Land Use Plan designates areas based on existing land use and opportunities for desired change Summarizing, major changes in Downtown land use as shown in Figure (Lane Use Map) incluoe - Eliminating the light and heavy industrial land use designation along North Main Street and redesignating the area Central Business District - Changing the land use of lands along the river from Duplex Residential and Manufacturing to Parks, Recreation and Open Space and Marina Recreation - Designating Lowell Park and Pioneer Park, Park Recreation and Open Space - Adding a new Public Administration Office District for the two areas around City Hall and the old County Courtnouse - Adding a new Transportation, Utilities and Parking District for land between Downtown and the river, currently in such use - Generally lowering the density of multi -family residential land • surrounding the Downtown - Designate lands along Myrtle between Third Street and Fifth Street and along Tnird Street from Myrtle Street and OaK Street Medium Density Multi -Family Residential The zoning map, Figure (Zoning Map) shows in addition to land uses, the BlufTland/Shoreland District and Flood Plain District development constraint areas along the river The zoning map also identifies the special sites located along North Main Street that present special development opportunities for nea or reuse Land use and zoning cnanges for areas of the Downtown are described below The Central Business District is the commercial activity center for Stillwater It is bounded by Tnird Street, the old prison, and North Main Street area, Nelson Street and the railroad tracks to the east The boundaries — are reinforced to the north, south and west by raising topography that leads to residential areas set on hills and bluffs surrounding the Downtown Existing uses in the Downtown Commercial Area included community retail, specialty retail, eating and drinking establishments, offices, services, some light manufacturing and vacant land and floor space Retail uses are primarily located along Main Street at street level Office and residential on second floor or west of Main Street Eating and drinking establishments are located primarily between Main Street and the river, while heavy commercial and light industrial uses run along North Main Street The Downtown commercial area is currently zoned General Commercial and Light Industrial and Heavy Industrial along North Main The proposed Land Use Plan 1 reolaces trle existing zoning districts iith a neq Central Business District, CBO Tne new district alloq cornmuni`y commercial and ofrices uses With a Special Use °ermit, otner uses are allowed that may be appropriate in certain loca_ions such as second floor or build,ngs or reuse or existing older buildings Such uses include residential, hotels, drive througn establishments or clean light industrial uses Six special sites are located along North Main Street in the Central Business District Because of their unique character and opportunity for development, special use and design guidelines have been deieloped The guidelines are in addition to the Central Business District regulations A new Transportation, Utilities and Parking District overlays existing parkina lots, railroad lines and utilities between the Downtown C,Dnmer cial Area cnd river %1uch or the land is currently owned by Burlington lortnern as sno�jn on .lap (11 Map) Tne nei Central Susiness District and Transportation, Utilities and Parking District texts are contained in the Appenoix The Central Business District regulations along with the Downtown Design Guidelines will provide direction for redevelooment and new development The River Front District stretches almost two miles along the St Croix River from the Stillwater Yacht Club to Sunnyside Marina The River Front also includes Kolliner Park located on the Wisconsin side of the river opposite Downtown Existing zoning for the River Front area is Two Family Residential and Heavy Industrial Because of its location along the river, the area is within the Bluffland/Shoreland District and Flood Plain District The Land Use Plan designates the area Parks, Recreation and Open Space, PRO, recognizing the existing park/recreation and open space uses, flood plain development constraints and objectives of the Shoreland regulations Kol11ner Park, owned by the City, although located across the river in Wisconsin is designated PRO as part of the City's Recreation, Parks and Open Space system Uses appropriate for the area include hiking, picnicking, camping, fishing, boating facilities, walkways and marinas Two special sites, the City owned property south of downtown along the river, Site #7, and Kolliner Park Site 1#8 are located in the Parks, Recreation and Open Space District Two Public Administrative/Office Districts are situated next to the Downtown Commercial Core Area One area is west of Third Street and north of Myrtle Street including City Hall, Library, Water Department Office, Post Office and churches The second area runs along Pine Street between Second Street and Fifth Street including the Junior High School, old County Courthouse and church Both districts provide a buffer and transition district between the Downtown Commercial Core Area and lower --intensity residential areas Uses allowed in the Public Administrative Office District include administrative or medical offices, group day care facilities, schools, public uses and churches A Special Use Permit is required for multi -family residential uses, neighborhood retail stores and health care facilities The North Hill, South Hill and West Hill neighborhoods surrounds the Downtown Currently many of the old historic structures are in single family use with some converted apartments To retain the existing character of the existing older neighborhoods, the plan designates the residential area Low Density Multi -Family eight dwelling units per acre The land use plan allows for apartment density residential development, fifteen units per area, along Myrtle Street between Third Street and Fifth Street, along Third Street 4 beLeieen Myrtle Street and Oak Street and off of Second Street below Pioneer • Park These areas presen6 opportunities for higher multi -family development without adversely affecting the adjacent residential neighborhoods SPECIAL SITES tionc special sites are iaentifieo in the Downtown planning area The sites Present unique opportunities for development to implement the goals, objectives and policy direction of the Plan Six of the eight sites are located along North Main Street and three of the eight sites are City owned The sites are shown in Figure (Special Sites Map) In addition to the Downtown design guidelines and land use and zoning designation described above, special land use aid design guidelines nave been developed for the special sites Special Site rl The old Territorial Prison site is currently on the National Register of Historic Places The site contains two old industrial buildings totaling 100,000 square feet A recent survey indicates both buildings are in good structural condition The primary City concern for the site is the preservation of the historic image and that future use of the site and building complement Downtown activity Preferred Land Use Correctional interpretive center, St Croix River information center, hotel conference center, service/office uses, clean light industrial uses Design Guidelines Is - Maintain and restore prison site, buildings and grounds, in the historic image of the old prison setting - Use Department of Interior's Rehabilitation Guidelines for historic sites and buildings Special Site T2 Entering Downtown from the North, this site is located opposite the prison on the riverside of Main Street between the railroad tracks and Main Street The irregularly shaped one acre site is long and narrow making it difficult for most types of commercial development City approvals have been given for a railroad depot, staging facility for the existing Dinner Train operation The City owns land immediately to the South of the Depot site that may be necessary to provide adequate on -site parking This site is of particular importance because it is located at a major entrance to Stillwater which begins to define the appearance of North Main Street Preferred Land Use Office, restaurant, museum Design Guidelines - The project landscape plan shall complement the new streetscape design for the North Main Street - Parking areas should be screened from Main Street views by landscaping or other methods - Downtown Design Guidelines, Central Business District and Flood Plan Development requirements shall be met 3 - A pedestrian patnway connecting the river walkway system with Main Street shall be provided On-,ite parking shall be provided for staff and patrons at a rate or one space, maximum shift, per employee and one space per 2 5 dinner places SDecldl Site =3 This site is gust south of site 1TL2, sitting on the East side of Main Street overlooking the marina Tne two acre site is currently unaerutilized with commercial uses in a converted gas station Located overlooking the marina and river the property has good potential for residential use Based on the dt-iland for future office, retail and hotel sites, tnere is adequate lano clo�,er to downtown tnat could provide for tno�,e uses Residential use on site r3 would extend a nose of residential use below Pioneer Park across Main Street and provide closure and definition to North Main Street commercial activity Depending on design, the residential use could frame a visual gateday for southbound vehicles entering Main Street Preferred Land Use Multifamily Residential Other uses office, retail, commercial, hotel or public parking Design Guidelines - The project landscape plans shall complement the new streetscape design for North Main Street - Provide a landscaped pedestrian pathway along the south property boundary connecting Main Street to river -walk - Parking areas shall be screened from Main Street view - The height of commercial or office building, shall be 2 to 4 levels and for residential, as high as 6 stories dependent on design and adequate parking - Provide on -site parking according to use requirements - The site shall not be subdivided into smaller parcels - New development shall be consistent with Central Business District, Flood Plain Regulations and Downtown Design Guidelines Special Site T4 This site is situated between Main Street and Mulberry Point just south of site 73 The new heavily landscaped Mulberry Boulevard runs along the south boundary of the site Existing buildings on the 2 8 acre parcel are in poor condition and should be demolished and the site cleared As with site 43, there is potential for residential development overlooking the marina and river Other possible uses include hotel, office, mixed use, and public parking Land Use Multifamily, residential, hotel, office, mixes use and public parking Design Guidelines - The project landscape plan should complement the near streetscape design for North Main and Mulberry Boulevard - Provide adequate right-of-way for Mulberry Boulevard - Provide a landscaped pedestrian pathway along nortn property boundary connecting Main Street to river walk - Parking areas should be screened from Main Street view - provide on -site parking according to use requirements - veet Central Business District requirement, Flood Plain regulations and Downtown Design Guidelines Special Site =5 Tn>> 1 7 acre site is located across the street from site 7#4 on the northwest corner of ,Mulberry Street and Main Street Current uses include cafe, retail, office, manufacturing and service uses Minimal on -site parking is provided A collection of older and ne4er manufacture buildings are located on the sites As demand for space increases, the site will have potential for reuse These guidelines contemplate the eventual reuse of the site Depending on market oenand, the site nas potential ror a mix of uses including office, retail, lignt industrial or resiaential Witn reuse of site, on -sits parking shall be orovioed Preferred Land Use Mixed use, office, service, retail, light industrial, residential Design Guidelines - Dependent on building design, no setback may be required along Main Street - Required parking shall - Access to parking areas commercial uses - The project design and streetscape design for - A landscaped buffer or Street be provided on site shall be limited to Mulberry and Main Street for landscape plan should complement the new the North Main Street area residential use shall be provided along Second - The Central Business District and Downtown Design Guidelines shall be met Special Site 76 The Maple Island site includes the Maple Island Plant and Water Street and existing railroad spur to the east The full potential of the 2 00+ acre site is dependent on the removal of railroad storage lines Without railroad lines removed, visual as well as pedestrian access to the river is limited The site is critical to the Downtown because it provides the link between the South Main Street existing historic retail/office area and the North Main Street activity area and has the potential to create a central major focal point for Downtown The site presents an opportunity to retain the zero setback Main Street edge or provide more contemporary site design The design plan calls for a mixed use, office/retail/housing complex with market plaza and arcade opening up to the river The site also has potential for notel use with its - proximity to Downtown, the marina and river Lands to the south and east of the site could be included in the project depending on the development concept Preferred Land Use Mixed use, retail/office/residential or hotel/retail Design Guidelines - The project design should take full advantage of the river by providing views and pedestrian access 0 - Main St-eeu buildinq setback shall be determined by building design and provision of pedestrian amenities and interesting design along Main St-eet - A market plaza or other puolic open space pedestrian amenity snould be incorporated into the design of the site - Tne project landscape plan and aesign shall comolement the new streetscape plan for iulberry Boulevard and North plain Street - Adequate rignt-of-way shall be provided for Mulberry Boulevard improvements - The project shall meet the Central Business District development and Flood Plain regulations ana the Downtown Design Guidelines South ever Font Property, Site =7 Tnis City odnea site runs trom the parking lot ,lust soutn of Brick Alley and the southern boundaries of Lowell Park to Sunnyside Marina to the south as show on Map The site represents tremendous opportunity for addition to the river front parks and open space system The site is currently leased by the City for river barge operations The lease will end in 1998 It is important at this time to recognize the opportunity the property presents and to begin planning for its eventual use Factors that should be considered in any planning include the sites location in Flood Plain and Shoreline District Tnese districts are mandated by the State and Federal Governments and prescribe standards tnat must be met The visual amenities of the site are important as one enters downtown from the south The site south provides a natural appearance with glimpse of the river increasing as one moves on Highway 95 opening river views and brick and stone structures of Downtown Stillwater A railroad Brie parallels Highway 95 on the inland edge of the property This line could eventually provide convenient rail access to Downtown locations Tne current Highway 36 bridge study is considering a central bridge location alternative that would pass over site and drastically change the cnaracter of the area This decision should be made before City use of property begins The site also contains remains from the lumber era that should be considered in future planning of the site Preferred Land Use Extension of Lowell Park and City open space system, walkways, picnicking, camping, fishing pier, boat launch, transient boat docking, charter and excursion boat docking and site for lower St Croix Visitor Center Design Guidelines - Maintain natural appearance of site from the river and entering Stillwater along Highway 95 from the south - Development plans shall address the Bluffland/Shoreland and Flood Plain requirements - Develop a pathway that links the southern City boundary along the river to Lowell Park Kolliner Park, Site T8 Kolliner Park is located on the Wisconsin side of the south of the Bridge Parts of the site are located in Shoreland and Park Recreation and Open Space District has been used for camping, picnicking, swimming, and site is currently difficult because of heavy traffic been closed due to vandalism and road conditions have St Croix both north and the Flood Plain, Historically, the site boating Access to the Access to the site has been deteriorating N because of lack of use This twenty six (26) acre area nas value as a part of the City's par'<s and open space system With the construction of a new Highway 36 bridge in the soutnern corridor and retention of the existing Lift Bridge, the site 4ould become more valuable for parks and open space use Traffic on the bridge would be substantially reduced making it a more attractive peaest-ian link to Lowell Par% and access off the bridge easier Use of the park depends to a large extent on ney Highway 36 bridge location Land Uses Part of City river open space and park system, transient boat doc'<ing, swimming, camping, picnicking, concessions for park/boating uses, charter and excursion boat docking and site for lower St Croix Visitor Center Design Guidelines - Maintain the natural aopearance of the site as viewed from Downtown Stillwater - Development plans shall address the Bluffland/Shoreland and Flood Plain requirements - Link park to Lowell Park and City ParK and open space system across Historic Lift Bridge DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Downtown Economic Study identified development opportunities based on recent trends of new business openings, comparisons with similar communities and interviews with downtown business and property owners The study • identifieo opportunities ire the areas of retail, office, hotel/motel, and residential uses The retail opportunities are primarily in the specialty retail area Since 1970, special retail activity has increased by almost 300% and this trend is expected to continue It is estimated the 25,000 square feet of additional retail floor space could be supported Over the past years several downtown office uses have moved to new locations along Highway 36 The lack of good office locations with convenient parking was mentioned as reason for the moves The study identifies the opportunity for new quality office space at moderate rents with adequate parking The economic study identified the need for a fifty (50) to one hundred (100) room hotel The visitor accommodation should have meeting facilities and could be a part of a mixed use development complex The Design Plan identifies a site ,lust north of Mulberry Boulevard as a potential site for a hotel A range of residential opportunities 4ere identified in the study from low to moderate senior units to high income rentals with river amenities Potential locations for housing sites were identified along North Main Street and below Pioneer Park Other uses mentioned in the economic study included an artist village, hospitality center, and theatre community building 7 0 0 Is • e Q ST CRM MVER NQRTH MAIN NEW corlsr&=OM TRAM SIT ION ilfl,li,f11If11'Im».._ oQa� � _ •�• � � � � i � � ) 1 � � i i i i�mo i ma � ago ; 0 0 ki= Q a��1 � ��, a,� f�o�001 o C100p LAND USE Sites 1 and 2 Site a ALTERNATES Ccmbined Public and Private Long Thrm Replacement Sites, Overlooks Marine Uses - Potential Mad and has Adequate site Use at 0 F A.R. at 2-3 Depth for Ho-k Levels. 42,000 sq. Ft vdth 3 Dewtopment as �refarred Parking Speosd1000 8q. FL or Lend lies for Rhedmnt Rehab u Artist Colony Site 3 A. Preferred New Uses - Mind Use, Housing Hotel, Retalk Oflla B. Potential for Rehab end Irtlll of site Area with Preferred Usn rirwacwr gun "ILLWATER DOWNTOWN PLAN M.ch 10 1988 0 i , r I I 1 01'I I 1�3t -- I IF I , I I r, f r'tf 111 I I `17 I 0 u • IMPLS rENTATION PROGRA i Tne 'Jroan Des�an, land Use, Pat king, Traffic/Circulation and Utilities Plan Sectlon� present an image or whatFthe down�toeCommendationscould look and be I kle aremadeonhowto to tIrteen years In describing the linage achieve it The implementation program sets out in more detail specific actions necessary to carry out the plan and make the image real The imprementation program is organized in two parts, part one includes policy and program Ana'n9eanendmenile is,tDowontowndescribes ActionaCommittoPmenLs Part one ricl ude� zoning resoor >>u�'1L12� and mo}ito-1f19oPlan pragdet5n�ngnopa�nor ovPnen}jtal projects are llsz�d incluaing ,mates After the imolementation program 'sdescribed, various methodedevelopmentinaxcing � capital improvements is discussed, 9 recomDowntown Increment financing The final section mconsidends a f irspartar implementation proaram containing specific actions of plan adootion Policy and Program Changes A summary of policy and program show on Table 1 Tne landsectionnangesofethesplanary tlvhe plan �s makesimplement le recommendations regarding changes esain landto use emenItem thelplan onAllbzon�ngls s amendments specific s are amendments neThe cessary amendments are schedule for fore989e P1ann�ngnCommissWonlando ChtYugh Councelnor anda public hearing process be be renewed as necessary by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Drafts of new Zoning Districts are contained in the appendix to Tne formation of a Downtown wnbelanAction vehicle formittee is commun�tyrenputeanddsupportrsejt plan implementation and the is suggested that the resentationew efromptheeSteering nCommittee along with Committee but have rep interested property and usinesssowners and members from Planning Commission and Heritage Preservation The Downtown Plan Action Committee, DTPAC will have a key roll in overseeing and monitoring Downtown Plan imptheplanfrom ation The ssve -programs inittee ltheadevelopment responsibilities as o r rams — of a long term financing uplPr 9oamcapital 0owntownimprovements BettermeentdevTabPenll�sts such as the Spring Cleanup the Committee will DTPAC tasks and respons�b�lit�es Bes�de� those listed, coordinate input into the design process for the many public improvements scheduled for the downtown entation The Heritage Preservation Co�theoh�storicns roll 1ressourcesnthat nare psomimportant lto to help recognize and preserveThe downtown The HPC is currently preparing a historic building survey implementation program includes action that can promote Downtown preservation efforts 1 • DOWNTOWN NONCAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ACTION RESPONSIBLE EST WOR% TASKS 1 COST TIMING ZONI�'G AMENDMENTS 1 Adoot Design Guidelines - inc building height CC/CPC 0 1989 1989 2 Establish Design Review Orocess CC/CPC 0 3 Adoot Nz,v Zoning Districts Central Business District (CBD) CC/CPC 0 1989 a b Puolic Aamini�,trarive District (PA) CC/CPC 0 0 1989 1989 c Par,\s, Recreation and Open Soace (PRO) CC/CPC/DNR 0 1989 d Transportation, Utilities & Parking (TUP) CC/CPC/DNR 1989 4 Reduce Residential Zoning Densities CC/CPC 0 0 1989 5 Adopt Overlay Land Use & Design Regulations CC/CPC for special sites T1 - 8 6 Revise Parking Requirements CC/CPC 0 1989 Commercial Districts CC/CPC/HPC 0 1989 Residential Dis-cricTs DOWNTOWN PLAN ACTION COMMITTEE 7 Appoint Downtown Plan Action Committee CC 0 0 1989 1989 8 Develop Improvement Financing Program CS/DTPAC 0 1898 9 Seek Funding Support from Community Groups DTPAC 0 1989 10 Implement nDowntown Spring Clean-up Program CC/DTPAC/CS 1989 11 Study City/Private 04nership of Lift Bridge CS/DTPAC/ NA 2 PRIVATE 12 Explore Relocation of BN Switching/Storage Yard DTPAC/CS NA 2 1989 13 Promote North Main private development DTPAC/CS ONGOING 14 Assist Downtown Businesses & Orgainizations 0 1989 develop promotional program DTPAC/CS 15 Expore location for Lower St Croix Visitor DTPAC 0 1989 Center 16 Assist City Council advocate New Interstate 1989 Bridge location and retention of lift bridge 1989 17 18 Evaluate Visitor Center locations Pi epare Lana Use/Design Study for Site n7 DTPAC/CC NA 1995 19 (Aiple leased land) Prepare Land Use/Design Study for Site 1#8 DTPAC/CC _ NA _ 1990 (Kolliner Park) HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION 20 Prepare and Implement Historic Building Survey CC/HPC $18,500 1989 21 Develop Facade Improvement/Loan Program HPC/CC 22 Adopt Uniform Code for Building Conservation 1989 23 Adopt Demolition Ordinance CC/CPC/HPC 0 OTHER ACTIONS 24 Review New Development with Design Guidelines DRC 0 0 ONGOING ONGOING 25 Monitor Downtown Implementation Program Progress DTPAC/CC 1 City Council CC, City Planning Commission CPC, Downtown Plan Action Committee DTPAC, Downtown Design Review Committee DRC, City Staff CS, and Department o": Natural Resources DNR 2 Cost not available at this time • Witn the adoption or the Downtown Plan, the City moves into the imolementation phase of Downtown Olannina The implementation phase is more action oriented 4nicn involves continual reassessment of financial, physical and political limitations ano opportunities It will be the responsiollity of the Downtown Plan Action Committee, City Council and staff to monitor progress on plan imolementation and rev>>e the olan to response to cnanging conoitions Caoital Imorovement Program Tne previous Downtown Plan sections on Urban Design, Parking and Utilities desc,ibe imorovements necessary to acnieve the plan For examole, the Urban Oes1G,1 .,action desC lbes lmprovehn,s to the ajoear ante of Downtown St C= scaoes, the Par%,ng Sec lon describes the recontigura` on of parking lots ane the Utilities Section calls for the replacement of sewer and water mains To better understand 4hat is required to implement the plan, this section describes each project called for in the plan Tne Caoital Improvement Program is summarized in Table _ The program lists projects in sequence of 1mplementat.on, ciassiTies the ryoe of project study, des an or constriction, estimates oroject cost ana lists possible sources of funds Projects are listed as Pnase I, Phase II, Phase III or Special Projects Phase I projects are assigned a year 1-2 or 3-4 representing the year of implementation Phase II, Phase III and Soecial Projects are not assigned a specific implementation year because a long tern financing plan has not been developed and funding sources fully explored In developing the implementation program, certain, definitions and assumptions were used regarding project timing, costs, staging, phasing and funding The definitions and assumptions are listed below Timing The timing sequence of improvements is a "best estimate" knowing what sources of funds are available and the need for downtown improvements Other factors, beyond the control of the City, can effect project construction scheduling Factors such as funding availability from outside agencies or community groups, final decision on location and timing of construction of the Highway 36 Bridge, the City purchase of property for public improvements of Mulberry Point and parking structure, North Main Street Private Development timing, results of sewer inspection study, all could effect project implementation timing Public Improvements Areas To help describe capital improvement, the Downtown -- Planning Area is separated in ten public improvement districts, as shown on map The districts were defined based on physical teatures such as the river, major streets or parking lots and type of improvements called for The size of the districts are manageable in terms of construction activity and financing Projects as described in the Capital Improvements program generally proceed from district 1 through district 10 Stages of Construction Capital improvement projects are implemented over a two year period First year tasks include development of concept, feasibility, design and financing followed by construction The stages of project implementation of Capital Improvement Projects are described below 2 STILLWATER DOWNTOWN CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT WORK TASK CLASS 1) DLVELOP PARKING MANAGEMENT PLAN S 2) DEFINE FUIURE PARKING S FINANCING PLAN 3) RAILROAD TRACKAGE CLEANUP S PEDESIRIAN CROSSING 4) GENERArE TOPOGRAPHIC S MAPS AREA 1 AND AREA 2 5) PHYSICAL (TV) INSPECTION S OF DOWNTOWN SEWLRS 6) REFINE STREETSCAPE S ELEMENT SECTION 7) IMPLEMENT LOWELL PARK C IMPROVEMENTS (MYRILU TO NELSQN) B) IMPLEMENT PARKING LOr C IMPROVLMENTS AREA 1 9) INITIATE PURCHASE OF MULBERRY S POINT PROPERTY SEII FILE NO 87119 PHASING COST EST POTENTIAL FUNDING SOURCES I YR 1-2 5 000 gGOB PAD RB OF TIF ASS/UC I YR 1-2 4,900 GOB PAD, RB, GF, TIF, ASS/UC I YR 1-2 2,600 GF, TIF I YR 1-2 12,000 TIF, OF I YR 1-2 20,000 TIF, OF I YR 1-2 9 100 TIF, OF I YR 1-2 472,200 TIF, GF, i GOB, LAW I YR 1-2 87,000 TIF, GF, PAD RB I YR 1-2 4,000 TIF, GF, LAW 10) DESIGN AREA 6 SIRLErSCAPE D I YR 1-2 5,900 JIF, GF PHASE I, YR 1-2 SUBTOTALS 622,700 SIILLWATER DOWNTOWN CAPPIAL IMPROVEMENT SEII FILE NO. 87119 PAGE 2 WORK TASK 11) IMPLEMENP AREA 2 SIREE`1SCAPE IMPROVLMENTS 12) IMPLLMENT "DOCKING PLAZA" IMPROVEMENTS 13) IMPLEMENT "WAFER STREET" IMPROVEMENTS 14) IMPLEMENT AREA 2 PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS 15) IMPLEMENT "WARDEN'S nOUSE" RETAINING WALL 16) IMPLLMENT' -COMMERCIAL PLAZA" IMPROVMENTS CLASS PHASING COST EST POTENTIAL FUNDING SOURCES C I YR 2-3 126,000 TIF, GOB RD ASS/UC, SWTD C I YR 2-3 100,000 TIE', LAW C I YR 2-3 '395,800 TIF GOB, SWTD, ASS/UC, SCDBG C I YR 2-3 40,500 TIFF, DAD, RB, GOB, ASS/UC C I YR 2-3 18,750 MSA, GF, TIF GOB C I YR 2-3 150 000 TIF, ASS/UC, GE' 17) DEVELOP MULBERRY POINT S I YR 2-3 6,400 TIF, GF rOPOGRAPIIICAL MAPS WSC I YR 2-3 SUBTOTAL $ 837 450 10) IMPLL'MENT MULBERRY POINT C II 299,000 TIF, LAW, GOII IMPROVMENIS 19) IMPLEMENT AREA 4 PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS 20) IMPLEMENT MULBERRY BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENTS 21) IMPLEMENT -MARINA (PLAZA" 22) TOPOGRAPHIC MAPS rOR AREA 5 • C 11 104,900 TIF, PAD, RB, GI' C II 104,300 TIT' GOB, SWTD, ASS/UC C II 150,900 TIF, GOB, ASS/UC S II 14 100 TIF, GOB SIILLWATER DOWNTOWN CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT WORK TASK 23) IMPLEMENT AREA 5 IMPROVEMENTS 24) IMPLEMENT AREA 5 PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS 25) IMPLEMENT AREA 6 IMPROVEMENTS 26) IMPLEMENT MARINA ACCESS ROAD IMPROVEMENTS 27) GENERATE TOPOGRAPHICAL MAPS AREA 7 28) IMPLEMENT AREA 7 IMPROVEMENTS 29) DEVELOP TOPOGRAPHICAL MAPS KOLLINER PARK & AIPLE PROPERTY 30) IMPLEMENT AIPLE PROPERTY IMPROVEMENTS 31) IMPLEMENT KOLLINER PARK IMPROVEMENTS 32) RE-EVALUATE PARKING DLMAND (AS NEEDED) 33) IMPLEMENT "OVERLOOK PLAZA" 0 SEII FILE NO i 87119 PAGE 3 CLASS PHASING COST EST POTENTIAL FUNDING SOURCES C II 1 750 100 TIF, MSA, SWTD ASS/UC GOB C II 66,300 TIF, PAD, RB, GF D II 67,800 TIF, MSA, GF C II 95,300 TIF, GOB, ASS/UC SUBTOTAL $2,732 700 S III 45,000 TIF, GOB, GF C III 2,305,120 TIF, MSA, PAD, SWTD, ASS/UC, GOB SUBTOTAL $2,350,120 S III N/A TIF, GOB, LAW C III N/A TIF, GOB LAW, GF C III N/A TIr, GOB, LAW, GF S III N/A TIF, GOB, LAW, GF C SPEC PROJ 114,900 TIF, LAW • 0 SrILLWATER DOWNTOWN CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT WORK TUSK 34) IMPLEMENr "PIONLER PARK PLAZA" 35) IIIPLLMENT "LOWELL PLAZA" 36) IMPLLMCNT "MILL PLAZA" 37) IMPLEMENT "HISTORIC PLAZA" 38) IMPLEMENT 2ND & OLIVE PARKING RAMP 39) IMPLEMENT "GRAND GARAGE" PEDESrRIAN WAY 40) IMPLEMENT WATERrRONT LEVEE IMPROVEMENTS CLASSIrICATION S = SIUDY D = DESIGN C = CONSTRUCTION CLASS C C C C C C C i SEII FILE NO 87119 PAGE 4 PHASING COST EST SPEC PROJ 99 800 SPEC PROJ 101,500 SPEC PROD 162 300 SPEC PROJ 104,600 SPEC PROJ 2 052,000 SPEC PROD 157,300 POTENTIAL FUNDING SOURCES TIF, LAW TIF LAW TIr LAW TIF, LAW TIF PAD, RB, GF COB ASS/UC TIF, GOB, GF, ASS/UC SPEC PROJ 63B,900 ITIF, EDA, LAW, GOB, SPA, GF FUNDING SOURCE ABBREVIATIONS GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS = GOB TAX INCREMENT BONDING = TIF STORM SEWER TAXING DISTRICT = I SWTD ASSESSMENT/USER CHARGES = ASS/UC SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE APPL = SLA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMIN = EDA SMALL CITIES DEV BLOCK GRANT = SCDBG LAWCON = LAW FARMERS HOME ADMINISTRATION = FIIA PARKING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT = PAD PARKING RAMP REVENUE BONDS = RB METER REVENUE BONDS = RB MUNICIPAL STATE AID = MSA CITY GENERAL FUND/TAX LEVY = GF 0 • 10 Concept - In conceot stage alternative solutions are identified and eialuai-ed ror consistency with the Downtown Plan Goals and Objectives and Design Conceots and Guidelines Feasibility - During feasibility pros and cons and costs and findings are rerine, the feasibility study provides details sufficient to allow selection of a specific alternative Design - Detailed plans are prepared during the design stage These aetail5 include technical specifications and specific information on construction sequencing and scheduling Financina - The financing progr ai provides the fiscal tools necessary to imolergent the project- in Brie iolloaing year Construction - Construction will vary depending on work task For example, implementation of the parking management plan may result in better signing of snort term and long term areas and ooening private spaces to the public Main Street streetscaoe improvements could include construction of sidewalks, curbs, gutters, pedestrian street lignts and replacement of underground water and sewer lines Costs The Capital Improvement costs in table are based on reasonable cost for construction of the design concept contained in the Downtown Plan, using 1988 dollars The figures include engineering, administrative and legal costs The costs do not reflect land acquisition costs, financing or interest cnarges Special permit studies such as environmental impact statements or outside funding by other purblic or private organizations , Funding Funding option are as varied as the types of improvements Each funding source has guidelines that dictate what projects can be funded Funding for selected types of improvement projects are listed below Tax Increment Financing - Public improvement/land acquisition LAWCON Grant Proqram - Park and Recreation Facilities Special Assessments - Construction and maintenance of public improvements, i e , parking/streetscaping/utilities Parking Revenue District - Surface or structural parking Since funding techniques may vary from year to year and project to project, a detailed funding strategy has not been developed but will be a part of project implementation planning Because of its importance to downtown improvement project funding, the Downtown Redevelopment District and tax increment financing is described separately Phasing Proper phasing of improvements maximize funding and timing opportunities and provide maximum benefit to the community In developing the capital improvement phasing sequence, an approach was taken that begins with small scale nigher quality improvements and gradually increase the scale to gain credibility for the Downtown Improvement Program and to proceed generally from south to north with emphasis on improvements that will promote 3 • not and river lain Street pedestrian movement, create a sense of open access to the river and address soecitic needs or localized developments (i e , streetscaoe and utll1Lies) while creating a homogeneous downtown concept Practical factors tnat 4ere taken into consideration when phasing improvements include A maximum of $1,300,000 of TIF is available for tirbt phase improvements, certain utilities improvements such as lighting and streetscape should occur Simultaneously whenever possible to control costs and minimize disruption, improvements in the right-of-way along Nortn Main Street will react to private development as called for, special projects can occur at anytime, dependent on availability of funds, Main Street reconstruction be Ueen Nelson and Chestnut must be delayed until new Highway 36 Bridge is constructed, maximize benefits should be achieved by leveraging for City funds with private projects • With that information, projects were included in Phase I, II or III implementation sequence Special projects were placed in their own category and could occur with any phase Phase I year 1 and 2 improvements listed below include improvements to Lowell Park and the parking area betgeen the railroad trucks and Lowell Park, parking management and financing plans, sewer line inspection, streetscape refinements and railroad cleanup The total cost of phase I year 1 and 2 activities is $622,700 With minor reductions, this is within the estimated TIF revenues available Surveys/Studies $57,600 - Study and recommendation for railroad trackage cleanup and pedestrian crossings = 2,600 - Generate topographic maps for improvement district 1 and 2 12,000 - Physical inspection of downtown sewers 20,000 - Refine streetscape design elements section 9,100 - Develop parking management plan 5,000 - Develop future parking financial plan 4,900 Design $ 5,900 - Design improvement district 7#2 streetscape 5,900 Construction/Implementation $559,200 4 • - Construct Lowell Park Improvements $472,200 Construct parking lot improvements for aistrict =1 87,000 Phase I year 3 and 4 improvements complete the work in districts 1 and 2 by constructing 'dater Street parking lots along 'dater Street and the commercial and docking plazas Phase II and III improvements and special projects described in the implementation program can be expected to be completed within 10 to 15 years Financinq Plan for Downtown Improvements One or the first year tasks for the Downtown Plan Action Committee is to develop a long range financial plan for capital improvements Besides Tax Increment Financing there are several state and federal sources that should be explo-ed Approval of the Downtown Plan will make it easier to approach these agencies 4ith specific ideas and requests for assistance There are several major, local foundations tnat may be interested in assisting the City The record of civic organizations is good regarding beautification of the downtown Lowell Park vas originally�donatea and improved by a local businessman and Kolliner ParK for years was maintained by the legion This tradiLion can again be called upon by the DTAC to nelp improve the downtown In developing a long term financial plan, the following guidelines should be followed • - Seek widesoread, community suoport and involvement in the design, financing and construction of Downtown Improvements • Maximize the effect of City improvements by coordinating them with private development and other public actions - Relate costs of capital projects to benefits or service provided - Obtain maximum state, federal, private and nonprofit organization assistance Tax Increment Financin The need for Downtown improvements has long been recognized by the City In 1985, the City establish a Scattered Site Tax Increment Financing District to help provide funds for redeveloping downtown The Scattered Site District includes parts of the Stillwater Industrial Park and most of the Downtown Planning Area Designated scattered sits located within the district produce tax increment that can be used for redevelopment purposes Map — shows the Downtown District Area and scattered site parcels Tax increment from the District started coming to the City in 1986 Since that time, $232,477 has been received Tax increment funds can be used for public improvements 1 e , streets, sanitary sewers, water mains, sidewalks, parks, parking lots and public plazas, land acquisition and site preparation 5 Tax increment tnat can be expected for the 1989 - 2010 period is estimated • below Reflec`ing recent construction trends, the increment will increase 90°3 between 1989 and 1990 Based on current planning approval and development plans, tar increment can be exoected to increase in future years The long term financial plan can estimate future new increment ano plan accordingly ESTIMATED TAX INCREMENT FOR SCATTERED SITE DISTRICT 1989 - 2010 1989 1990 1991 1992 - 201U AMOUNT S 193,571 370,000 370,000 7 100,000 Tax increment can support a certain lave' oT bonded dent A conservative estimate of supportable bona debt based on existing construction and tax increment inaicates that $2,150,000 could be available to finance downtown improvements in 1990 using a 10 year bond according to the figure below ESTIMATED BONDED DEPT SUPPORTABLE WITH EXISTING DEVELOPMENT IN SCATTERED SITE TAX INCREMENT DISTRICT AMOUNT AT 10% AMOUNT AT 10% AMOUNT AT 10% 10 YEAR TERM 15 YEAR TERM 20 YEAR TERM • 1,125 1,372 1,518 2,150 2,623 2,906 Using a 20 year bond as much as $2,906,000 could be available The first year financial plan can include recommendations regarding the use of existing TIF and benefits of bonding for improvements Recommendations for Action To begin implementation of the Downtown Plan it is recommended that the first year implementation program activities listed below be approved for 1989 along with Plan adoption Initiate Zoning Ordinance Amendments for - Design guidelines and review process - New central business district, public administrative office, parks, recreation and open space and transportation, utilities and parking , zoning districts - Reduction of residential district for area surrounding the downtown - Revise downtown commercial and residential parking requirements • A000int Downtown Plan Action Committee and direct committee to R 0 - Implement downtown spring cleanup - Develop long term Downtown Improvement Financing Program Seek financial support from community groups for plan implementation Study city/private ownership and annexation of lift bridge Explore recreation of Burlington Northern switching/storage yard Assist downtown business and organizations develop promotional program Participate with National Park Service find location for Lower St Croix Visitor Center Evaluate visitor center locations Coordinate the development of designs for public improvements 7