Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutSP October 15, 1998 . " rt- (:t,,~) ~._._.LPJ ,J._J, 4. i ,.,,-,----. \1- L\ - "1g CITY of ANDOVER SPECIAL ANDOVER CITY COUNCIL and COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TASK FORCE MEETING - OCTOBER 15,1998 - MINUTES A Special Meeting of the Andover City Council and Comprehensive Plan Task Force was called to order by Mayor Jack McKelvey on October IS, 1998, 7:0S p,m" at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota, to discuss the draft of the updated Comprehensive Plan. Councilmembers present: Bonnie Dehn, Ken Orttel Councilmembers absent: John Kunza, Mike Knight Comprehensive Plan Task Force members Present: Chairperson Gretchen Sabel, Maynard Ape!, Don Jacobson, Becky Pease, Marge Perry Also present: Planning, John Hinzman Others Mr. Hinzman explained the Task Force held a public informational meeting last week on the proposed update of the Comprehensive Plan. It was well attended. Mr. Hinzman highlighted the executive summary of each of the Chapters. The Metropolitan Council staff has reviewed the proposal and has asked for more information for the housing plan. The City Council asked for a copy of that letter and discussed the request. They felt the intent of the Metropolitan Council has been to increase density; however, that is not what the City or its residents want. It was noted, however, that it appears the demographics are changing and there is more of a demand for town homes. Discussion was also on the proposed land use map. Mr. Hinzman explained the transitional residential and commercial zones will allow for either use and will provide greater flexibility in future land use. That concept has been approved by the Metropolitan Council staff. He also explained the Task Force discussed designating areas in the northern portion of the City for future commercial use. They did not want to designate specific parcels. The area designated for commercial at Hanson Boulevard and Andover Boulevard was discussed by the land owner. Mr. Hinzman stated he will look at the buildability of that parcel and redefine the area. It was also suggested the City property on Crosstown Boulevard just south of Constance Boulevard be shown as the future fire station site. Councilmember Orttel stated the position of the City has been that the platted 2 Yo-acre subdivisions were considered fully developed. People in the rural area do not want to see high densities. He questioned including those areas for future urban development. . -.. .~. ..-. Special Meeting of the Andover City Council and Comprehensive Plan Task Force Minutes - October 15,1998 Page 2 Jerry Windschitl- stated in July, 1997, he submitted a petition to get a couple parcels included in the MUSA. He didn't think that request was heard by any committee. One parcel is 14 acres north of Chesterton North which has access to Constance Boulevard. Utilities have been provided to that parcel through Chesterton North, and it is ready to develop at any time. He also asked for 40 acres in the transitional area to be residential in the future. That property is between two properties designated Agriculture Preserve, so it would just be a matter of time until it can be developed. Mayor McKelvey noted the Eveland property has been petitioned to get out of the Ag Preserve designation, which will expire in the year 200S. The discussion was on the suggestion to look at the 2 'l'2-acre developments as fully developed, and to reassign the urban land use designation to other areas within the existing MUSA. Mr. Hinzman noted TKDA is updating the plans on the potential area that can be served by municipal service by gravity No decision was made on Mr. Windschitl's request, though it would be taken into consideration on the final land use map for the Comprehensive Plan after the TKDA report is received. No one had a problem including the l4-acre parcel north of Chesterton North if it is serviceable by gravity. Discussion was on thc lack of commercial development and the need to take care of the residents in the City. Ms. Sabel noted at the informational meeting, several residents didn't want to see any more commercial, preferring to have higher taxes if need be. However, another pcrson did want more commercial. Councilmember Orttel didn't think the commercial designation on the southwest corner of Hanson Blvd. and CoRd 20 is practical because about 90 percent of the property is unbuildable. The southeast corner has more high land and may be a better location for commercial. Mr. Hinzman noted a house is already built on that lot. Also, the commercial designation in the 1991 Comp Plan for the southeast corner of Round Lake Blvd. and CoRd 20 was an error, as there is a home on that parcel as well. Mayor McKelvey stated more commercial is needed around City Hall. Ms. Sabel noted this does not prevent commercial from occurring in those areas. lney can still apply for rezoning. The Task Force tried to avoid putting labels on specific parcels at this time. The Council indicated the five-acre piece just north of Hamilton Square which has petitioned for commercial development should be shown on the map as transitional. Mr. Windschitl noted in order for the east and northeast parts of the City to develop, the sewer trunk line from the creekshould be brought up. That is a deep trunk and could be brought to Andover Boulevard and north. Others thought either it would not be possible to bring that line north because of the existing developments or possibly a lift station in Shadowbrook 3rd Addition could be used. The Council suggested the changes to the land use map to show future urban development on developable land be done after that report is received from TKDA. It was also suggested that Nordeen's Addition and that area west of Nightingale and south of CoRd 20 not be designated for urban development. It was thought that if utilities are ever put into those developments, it would be because of septic system failures. Extending utilities to those areas for health reasons could readily be approved. Also, by showing the potential redevelopment to urban lots on those parcels, those residents get concerned that the City will force them to install municipal utilities. - -. -,.-.., -. ... .. Special Meeting o/the Andover City Council and Comprehensive Plan Task Force Minutes - October 15.1998 Page 3 Discussion was also on the area north of Bunker Lake Boulevard between Crosstown Drive and Crosstown Boulevard. With the redevelopment of Bunker Lake Boulevard, it will be more of a safety hazard for those living in that multiple housing area. A suggestion was that that area be redeveloped to commercial, possibly offices, with a road frontage, parking behind the buildings, etc. A portion of that area could also be redeveloped as multiples. It was agreed the area should be labeled Transitional - Commercial to give the opportunity for redevelopment in the future. The Council noted the difficulty of getting the last Comprehensive Plan approved by the Metropolitan Council because of the Transportation portion of the Plan. Councilmember Orttel suggested the City have a local plan done for transportation to make sure right of ways are protected and that the future traffic demands will be met. This Comprehensive Plan should attempt to explain why the City is doing what it is doing. There was some discussion on the issue of housing density. Arguments to limit density development were the lack of major roads through the City, the lack of public transportation and the lack of employment opportunities. The residents have also made it clear they moved to Andover for the open spaces. The Council was not opposed to some multiple housing scattered throughout developments, but they did not want dense clusters of rental units. They agreed, however, that the entire issue needs to be discussed further at another work session. Discussed returncd to the future urban development area and the time frame of development. The Council generally preferred to stay within the existing MUSA for now, but liked the flexibility of being able to trade the time table for development from one area to another. Mr. Windschitl stated in the past, the City talked to the developers to determine when they wanted to develop their land. That has worked well for the City. The Council again felt that more will be known once the report comes back from TKDA. The Task Force agreed to meet again on October 29. It was also agreed to add the draft Comprehensive Plan to the Planning and ZOlÚng Commission agenda on October 27 for their input. Mr. Hinzman stated the public hearing for the Plan can be held by the Planning Commission on November 10. It would then go to the City Council for consideration at their December 1 meeting. The Council complimented the Task Force members for their service to the community and their dedication to the Committee. The meeting was adjourned at 9:14 p.m. Respectfully sUbmitt~~ ~~.CA ~ . Marce A. Peach, Recording Secretary - " -I· .... _. -_. .--_. , .. ,-