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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApril 11, 2017ANL6 / • 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 • WWW.ANDOVERMN.GOV Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Agenda April 11, 2017 Andover City Hall Council Chambers 7:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes— March 14, 2017 Work Session and Regular Meeting PUBLIC HEARING: Preliminary Plat Revisions and Variance Requests - Catcher's Creek 2° Addition — Mark Smith 4. Other Business 5. Adjournment U u 11 CSP •4P, -VNDOATTER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING—APRIL ll, 2017 The Regular Bi -Monthly Meeting of the Andover Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairperson Daninger on April 11, 2017, 7:00 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners present: Commissioners absent: Also present: APPROVAL OF MINUTES Scott Hudson, Bert Koehler IV, Kyle Nemeth and Steve Peterson Timothy Cleven and Jeff Sims Community Development Director, Joe Janish City Planner, Stephanie Hanson Associate Planner, Dan Krumwiede Others March 14, 2017, Work Session No changes from staff or corrections were identified. There was not a quorum so the March 14, 2017 Work Session minutes will be considered at the next meeting for approval. March 14, 2017, Regular Meeting No changes from staff or corrections were identified. There was not a quorum so the March 14, 2017 Regular Meeting minutes will be considered at the next meeting for approval. PUBLIC HEARING: Preliminary Plat Revisions and Variance Requests —Catcher's Creek 2"d Addition City Planner Hanson reviewed the proposed preliminary plat revisions and variance requests for Catcher's Creek 2"d Addition. On October 6, 2015, City Council approved the preliminary plat for 27 urban lots. Two variances were granted at that time. Mark Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes—April 11, 2017 Page 2 © Smith submitted a revised preliminary plat for 28 lots and is requesting 5 additional variances. The revised plan eliminates the 143`d Avenue NW access point to the development; thus creating an additional lot. Ms. Hanson described the individual variance requests related to lot widths for Lots 5, 6, 7, and 8. Ms. Hanson also reviewed the criteria in the City Code for variances. Mr. Daninger noted that there were two resolutions in the materials; one if the plat revisions are approved and another if denied. If denied, the findings of fact must be determined. Commissioner Peterson requested a review of the criteria for "practical difficulties." He also asked if all of the review criteria needed to be met. Ms. Hanson indicated that all should be met and gave an example of a practical difficulty. Commissioner Nemeth asked if the reason for the plat revision was primarily so the street is eliminated as an access point. Ms. Hanson stated that Mr. Smith can answer that question. Commissioner Nemeth asked for clarification, believing that the access to lot 6 is not changing, but that a culvert needed to be changed or updated. Ms. Hanson confirmed that the driveway would be in the same place. Commissioners asked if the engineering memo was shared with Mr. Smith. Ms. Hanson replied that he did receive engineering comments for the second review of the plat. Today she received the revisions to the plat from the developer; however, staff has not had a chance to review the changes yet. The developer may have already addressed staff comments. Commissioner Hudson asked how the front of the home is defined. Ms. Hanson stated that the front would be facing Prairie Road as the front lot line is defined as the portion of the property abutting the street. Commissioner Koehler asked if there were future plans to widen Prairie Road. Ms. Hanson does not believe so but will verify that with the Transportation Plan. Chairperson Daninger asked about the original plat and variances. Ms. Hanson confirmed there were two variances approved for .6 -feet for lot depth on lots with double street frontage. Commissioner Peterson asked what would happen if variances were denied. Ms. Hanson confirmed that the plat would revert back to what has already been approved. Motion by Nemeth, seconded by Peterson, to open the public hearing at 7:22 p.m. © Motion carried on a 5 -ayes, 0 -nays, 2 -absent vote (Cleven and Sims). Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes —April 11, 2017 Page 3 © Commissioner Nemeth stated that he was concerned that 143rd would be the only entrance to the development. He also referenced the staff memo citing multiple variance requests. Mr. Smith stated that he did not think he had seen it yet. Chairperson Daninger asked Mr. Smith what he would do if denied the plat revision. He stated that he would be disappointed and that he was concerned about the entrance. Mr. Smith asked if Carson Ridge was a PUD. Ms. Hanson confirmed that it was a PUD. Ms. Hanson also clarified that there were 2 original variances and 4 new ones for a total of 6. Mr. Smith was asked to show illustrations of how the driveways might be configured. He stated that he sees the longer driveways as a benefit to the development. He also showed a photo of a house with a side -loaded garage and a front door on the other side, as would be the case on lot 6. He pointed out that the requested variances are small, while still meeting a majority of the City requirements and the lots are very large. There would be 400 homes that would benefit from the new trail connection. Commissioner Peterson asked about eliminating one access point to the development. Mr. Smith stated that 144`h seems to be a better way to split/disperse the traffic. Commissioner Nemeth asked how many lots are in Catcher's Creek 1 s` Addition. Mr. Smith stated there are 68 lots. © Chairperson Daninger stated that he felt that there may be some opportunities to reduce the number of variances. Mr. Smith indicated that they plan to start working on the development in the next couple of weeks. When asked why this plan was not proposed at the initial time, Mr. Smith stated that he missed it, partially because they were looking at trying to save the existing houses. Once they realized the houses would be hard to save, they considered a revised plat. There was no one else in the audience to speak at the public hearing, beyond the applicant. Motion by Koehler, seconded by Nemeth, to close the public hearing at 7:40 p.m. Motion carried on a 5 -ayes, 0 -nays, 2 -absent vote (Cleven and Sims). Commissioner Koehler asked about the additional review from engineering going out to Mr. Smith, wondering what might have been addressed, noting that his fellow Commissioners had similar questions. Chairperson Daninger noted that tonight's request is for what has already been presented. Commissioner Koehler indicated that it would be easier to approve if Commissioners had more information and less variances to consider. He wondered at what point it would © need to be considered a PUD. Ms. Hanson stated that a PUD is a flexible planning tool. The developer needs to request a PUD. PUD's are not used because of a number of Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes—April 11, 2017 Page 4 © variances requested or needed. The most recent PUD granted was related to low impact development for the Preserve at Oak View. Mr. Smith reviewed the memo from the Engineer. Chairperson Daninger repeated that the Commission had to vote on what was originally proposed for the plat revision. Ms. Hanson stated that any updated request may need to come back to the Planning and Zoning Commission before going to the Council. Commissioner Hudson expressed concern with the number of variances and the roadway changes and the ability to prove "practical difficulties." Chairperson Daninger asked if anyone was in favor of approval. No Commissioners responded. Then he asked if a Commissioner would like to make a recommendation for denial. Commissioner Nemeth indicated he would still like to see 143`d as an access point. Commissioner Koehler expressed agreement, as did Commissioner Peterson. © Commissioner Koehler stated that the revised plat had an advantage, in that the lots would lose streets on both their borders. Chairperson Daninger thanked everyone for the good discussion. Commissioner Peterson expressed his feeling that the challenges bringing about the need for the variances were not unique to the property and is essentially created by the landowner. Chairperson Daninger was in agreement and expressed support for shifting of the lots [to reduce variances]. Commissioner Nemeth voiced support for a recommendation of denial of the plat revision due to: 1) plight of the landowner is due to circumstances not unique to the property but is created by the landowner; 2) 143rd should connect to Prairie Road to create additional access to the development; and, 3) plat/lots could be reviewed/changed so less variances would be needed. Commissioner Koehler reiterated that more work needs to be done, prior to consideration of a new proposed plat, for approval. Commissioner Peterson would like to hear from staff about their thoughts on the trail. Motion by Nemeth, seconded by Koehler, to recommend approval of Res No. © denying the preliminary plat of "Catcher's Creek 2nd Addition" and variances for said property based on the following rationale: Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes —April 11, 2017 Page 5 © 1) Plight of the landowner is due to circumstances that are not unique to the property and have been created by the landowner. 2) 143`d should connect to Prairie Road to create additional access to the development. 3) Plat/lots could be reviewed/changed so less variances would be needed. Motion carried on a 5 -ayes, 0 -nays, 2 -absent vote (Cleven and Sims). City Planner Hanson stated that this item would be before the Council at the Tuesday, May 2, 2017 City Council meeting. OTHER BUSINESS Mr. Janish updated the Commission on the progress at the Shoppes at Andover. Three tenant spaces remain open. The Andover Theatre is updating their seating, which will reduce seating by one-half, but it will be more luxurious. Construction at the Estates at Arbor Oaks is proceeding with siding. Bunker Lake Blvd. is experiencing road closures. Mr. Janish encouraged residents to sign up for weekly updates from the County that are sent out on Fridays via email, noting there is a link on the City's website. Councilmember Peterson congratulated the Andover High School Girls and Boys © Basketball teams for a great season. He also recognized Chairperson Daninger, as a parent of a senior player. Councilmember Nemeth asked if the City had been approached about new commercial business. Mr. Janish confirmed that the Clock Tower Commons project is on hold for now. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Koehler, seconded by Nemeth, to adjourn the meeting at 8:06 p.m. Motion carried on a 5 -ayes, 0 -nays, 2 -absent vote (Cleven and Sims). 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