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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMarch 9, 1999 o o o CITY of ANDOVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING - MARCH 9,1999 MINUTES ' The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairperson Jay Squires on March 9, 1999, 7:03 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners present: Maynard Apel, Dean Daninger, Douglas Falk, Bev Jovanovich, and Jay Squires Jeff Luedtke and Jason Osberg John Hinzman, City Planner Todd Haas, Assistant City Engineer Others. Commissioners absent: Also present: APPROVAL OF MINUTES February 23, 1999 ,- '. o Commissioner Daninger requested a correction to the spelling of his name. Motion by Apel, seconded by Jovanovich, the Minutes be approved as corrected. Motion carried 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 present (Falk), and 2 absent (Luedtke and Osberg). PUBLIC HEARING CONTINUED: AMENDED SPECIAL USE PERMIT (ASUP 99-03) _ CONSTRUCT SIXTEEN INCH (16" NATURAL GAS PIPELINE FROM PRAIRIE ROAD & 148TH LANE NW TO THE NORTHWEST LEA VING ANDOVER AT THE RUM RIVER AND 16ZVD LANE NW -NORTHERN NATURAL GAS COMPANY Mr. Hinzman stated the Commission is requested to approve the Amended Special Use Permit (ASUP) as requested by Northern Natural Gas Company to construct a sixteen inch natural gas pipeline. The project would commence from an existing metering station located at Prairie Knoll Park, to the western corporate limits of Andover in the vicinity of the Rum River and 162nd Lane NW, continuing to a metering station in Elk River. The total length is 14.7 miles with approximately 6.5 miles located in Andover. Mr. Hinzman explained the project would be constructed within the existing 50 to 75 foot pipeline easement, 20 feet distant from an existing eight inch natural gas pipeline which was constructed in 1959. Mr. Hinzman reviewed that this matter had been heard at the February 23, 1999 meeting and the public hearing continued to the meeting tonight to allow time for the applicant to submit the U requested information for presentation to the Commission. He noted a summary of the Planning and () '\ -- / , o U Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes - March 9, 1999 Page 2 , ) Zoning Commission's meeting and information regarding the Council's fmding which will be passed on for their review and the comment period. Mr. Hinzman noted the representatives from Northern Natural Gas Company who are present to answer questions. Chairperson Squires asked if responses from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) are available for the Commission's consideration. Mr. Hinzman stated they are not and the resolution before the Commission approves the amended SUP with the condition that the FERC permit is needed. Chairperson Squires stated the four primary areas of information requested at the last meeting were: alternate routes considered by Northern Natural Gas, the ability or economic impact of one bigger pipe rather than a second pipe, the volume of gas, and an update on dealings with residents. Dennis Werkmeister, Northern Natural Gas, stated he is the right-of-way manger for this project. He noted the packet of information provided to the Commission, stating that each of the issues raised by Chairperson Squires have been included. On the alternate route, he stated they looked at a total of six different routes, five presented to City staff on Friday and information provided yesterday on a sixth route that FERC asked them to look at. He advised they responded to FERC this past Saturday on that alternate route as well. J Mr. Hinzman stated the information being referenced is before the Commission for consideration tonight. Mr. Werkmeister stated they have looked at alternate routings as well as the FERC alternate route which involved an NSP power line corridor. Mr. Werkmeister stated they did considerable work on all of the alternate routes but, due to economic and environmental considerations, feel the route presented is the best alternate. It was noted a map of this route is available for review by the audience. With regard to the concern of volume, Mr. Werkmeister stated the 16 inch line will operate at a maximum of 1600 pounds per square inch and they are proposing a maximum of24,000 mm BTU of gas being transported through the gasline per day. John Nelson, representing Northern Natural Gas Company, stated the maximum flow through the 16 inch line would be 23.83 million cubic feet/hour and the maximum flow through the current eight inch line is 4.99 million cubic feet/hour. Mr. Werkmeister stated they were successful in meeting with seven of the eight land owners who provided input at the last meeting to address their concerns. He stated they were able to make a settlement with one of the land owners. He explained there are outstanding issues with the rest of the land owners and they will continue to meet with other land owners along the route as well. , , '-- _./ Regular Andover PlanniniJd Zoning Commission Meeting 0 Minutes - March 9, 1999 Page 3 - \ '- -.1 Mr. Werkmeister stated from an economic standpoint, the additional cost for a 24 inch line plus the cost for removal of the eight inch line brings economics into play and when looking at the model and cost estimates that is considered. As in most businesses they consider a rate of return to determine if the project is feasible. He advised that the economics of the project as currently proposed is at the limit of what would make this project have the rate of return that is needed. He stated another issue to consider is that the eight inch pipeline is in excellent operating condition so there is no reason to remove it from the right-of-way at this time. With that in mind, they looked at modeling the 16 inch pipeline in conjunction with the eight inch line. He explained that with two pipe lines, if one needs maintenance, the other pipeline is still available to provide continuity of services. Mr. Werkmeister stated they feel what is being proposed is still the best route from a standpoint of environmental impacts, economics, and service. Chairperson Squires noted the total estimated project cost is $12.5 million so estimating has been done. He noted the applicant has looked at the alternative of using a larger pipeline rather than the proposal to add a 16 inch pipeline and asked what the cost difference would be. Mr. Werkmeister stated he does not have that information available tonight but it would be available from their engineering department. He restated that it is still their position to put in the second pipeline. Chairperson Squires asked how much more it would cost to remove the eight inch pipeline and install a larger pipeline. Mr. Werkmeister stated the cost addition would be substantial since the work would require more clearing and more damages would be paid. He stated the cost will increase ,--j exponentially if the eight inch line needs to be removed. Also, different equipment for installation would be needed and the cost of the 24 inch pipeline is higher than the cost of the 16 inch pipeline. Commissioner Apel stated he thinks having an eight inch pipeline plus a 16 inch pipeline adds a layer of protection to have two pipelines available rather than a single pipeline. He noted that as long as the pipeline is already present, he takes the position that the added value to the consumer is there and he would rather see an eight inch pipeline and a 16 inch pipelines than one 24 inch pipeline. Commissioner Daninger inquired whether the pipelines cross each other. Mr. Werkmeister explained that to create more of a buffer, the new gas line may cross over to the other side of the eight inch pipeline. Commissioner Daninger asked why the alternate alignment and the FERC alignment differ from each other. Mr. Werkmeister stated he is unsure and does not know the rationale used by FERC in their recommendation. He noted there is an existing pipeline corridor and also an existing NSP line corridor. Commissioner Apel stated that unless you can make an extremely strong case for a new route, it is better for the neighborhood to remain with the existing corridor. Commissioner Falk stated FERC may have been looking for the most direct route. "--- I Regular Andover Plannin~~d Zoning Commission Meeting 0 Minutes - March 9, 1999 Page 4 , " ,) Commissioner Falk asked if the two pipelines are at the same depth. Mr. Werkmeister stated the new pipeline will have 49 inches of cover and may be under the existing pipeline by 12 inches. Chairperson Squires opened the floor to the public. Russ Mitchell, 15744 Nightingale Street NW, stated at the last meeting there was talk about compliance with the FERC and their rules. He asked what class the pipeline is rated. Mr. Werkmeister stated it is basically a Class 3 but this depends on the density. Parts of the pipeline are Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3, but no Class 4. Mr. Mitchell stated the eight inch line is 4.99 cubic feet per hour and contains no automatic shutoffs. Mr. Nelson stated that is correct, there are no shutoffs. Mr. Mitchell asked if there is a procedural arrangement or agreement with local fIre and municipal police departments. Mr. Nelson stated there is a continual program of meeting with local officials where they make presentations on what they are looking for from local officials in the case of an emergency. He explained this program complies with the operational requirements. '. J Mr. Mitchell asked how often that happens. Mr. Nelson stated they send a letter and meet with local officials yearly. They also offer a program to come out and hold a discussion with the public ofticials. Mr. Werkmeister read the nanles of public ofticials who were contacted in 1998 with an offer to make a presentation. He explained they are now in the process of sending out the 1999 letter along with an offer to mak~ a presentation. Mr. Werkmeister noted the fIre department members also attend other types of training to address these situations. Mr. Mitchell asked if the flow of the proposed gasline is different than other residential pipelines as it relates to possible emergency situations that could result in local ofticials making less than accurate decisions should an emergency occur. Mr. Werkmeister stated he is unable to answer that question since he does not know what type of training the local ofticials would have. He stated they do inform local ofticials of available training and they also send out a calendar and letter to residences along the pipeline corridor to inform them of meetings being held. Mr. Mitchell stated it is the City Fire Chief's understanding that he has never had communication with the gas company. Mr. Werkmeister stated they send the letter to the City Hall and it is probably provided to the correct ofticial. Chairperson Squires stated the Fire Chief did not make that indication at the meeting. Mr. Mitchell stated the Fire Chief was in the building and he (Mr. Mitchell) interviewed him after the meeting. Winslow Holasek, 1159 Andover Boulevard, asked if an alternate route is being considered. Chairperson Squires reviewed the maps which were provided by Northern Natural Gas Company. . '. Mr. Holasek stated he would like an opportunity to review those maps. He stated the issue of 'oj (J Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes - March 9, 1999 Page 5 o ,- , 'j economics was raised but he questions how much you would place on the value of a human life. He commented on the importance of assuring safety to residents. Mr. Holasek stated he believes one line would be more safe than two since it is only one-half the exposure and suggested that the eight inch line be removed. He stated the company works on top of the right-of-way line so the line can be kept in service but it may be more expensive. Mr. Holasek stated the Council resolution asked FERC to look at the concerns expressed at the last Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. He suggested a decision be delayed until that response is received. Commissioner Apel asked if residents were provided a copy of the proposed resolution. Mr. Hinzman stated it is included in the public infonnation and a copy of the infonnation from Northern Natural Gas Company was provided after the Council resolution was adopted. Mr. Holasek stated residents are upset by this project and circulating petitions. He urged the Commission to assure that answers are received to the concerns expressed at the last meeting since this is a major project. Mr. Hinzman stated he is aware petitions are being circulated but none have been presented to the Councilor staff. . \ '-~) Mr. Holasek stated the petitions will probably be ready in one week. Commissioner Apel requested the public hearing not be closed at this time since residents just received copies of the Council resolution and once the public hearing is closed a decision will need to be rendered by the Commission. Commissioner Apel requested that the applicant address each of the concerns expressed. Mr. Werkmeister stated those particular questions have been answered and are addressed in the narrative. Commissioner Apel noted the residents in the audience have not seen this infonnation and suggested the issues be addressed separately. Commissioner Apel read the questions and responses regarding easement rights and wall thickness, noting it does meet or exceed federal standards. Mr. Werkmeister stated there is not really a wall thickness regulation and as the engineers work through their fonnula the wall thickness will be over and above what is needed. Commissioner Apel asked what the remaining life span is of the eight in pipeline. Mr. Werkmeister stated it will last indefmitely since it is all steel construction with arch-welded joints and contains cathodic protection. He noted these are the current standards for today. He advised the pipeline is monitored many times throughout the year in a variety of methods. Mr. Werkmeister stated some of their monitoring involves a direct link to the pipeline to obtain readings. F '\ Commissioner Apel reviewed the question raised about automatic shutoff valves. Mr. Werkmeister ,_ _J (J U Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes - March 9, 1999 Page 6 " ) stated they have looked at that question and researched a survey from the Gas Research Institute where different types of pipelines were looked at. He stated he has that information available tonight for the Commissioners and it shows their basic conclusion is that automatic valves today are not yet to the technology that would reduce the instant out of the pipeline. He explained that even if the valves would operate correctly, the pipeline would contain a volume so they concluded automatic valves are not the answer to these situations. Commissioner Apel asked who will own the pipeline and be liable for potential damages from the pipeline. Mr. Werkmeister stated that Northern Natural Gas Company will own and operate the gas lines just as they have the eight inch gas line since it was installed. With regard to liability, Northern Natural Gas Company is liable for its acts and omissions along the pipeline. Commissioner Apel asked what the adequate setback is for homes from the pipeline, noting it is established by the local govemmental unit. Mr. Werkmeister agreed those setbacks are established by the City and are adequate. Commissioner Apel noted that the question about relocating the pipeline in an alternate route has already been addressed. '\ o There was no other public input. Motion by Daninger, seconded by Ape), to close the public hearing at 7:48 p.m. Motion carried 5 ayes, 0 nays, 2 absent (Luedtke and Osberg). Commissioner Daninger asked if it is common practice to consider action on the permit prior to FERC approval. Mr. Werkmeister stated other jurisdictions have conditioned their approval on what FERC does which provides protection for the City. Commissioner Apel stated there has already been a lot of discussion and the residents have brought forward valid concerns but the applicant has shown good faith in their attempt to address those concerns. He stated he believes the questions asked have been answered. Commissioner Apel stated that alternate routes can be considered but usually end up agitating someone else. He stated he would prefer to remain in an area that is already a corridor. Commissioner Falk stated after reading the report he agrees with Commissioner Ape!. He stated he feels sorry for residents and understands their concerns about having it in their yards but NSP has customers and he is happy with the decision. He commented that both parties have to give and take and he hopes the Northern Natural Gas Company will continue their work with residents. Commissioner Daninger stated he understands it is not the City's place to make agreements with the residents but that is being addressed. He stated his biggest concern is safety and his concerns in that .~_) regard have been answered. Commissioner Daninger stated even though there are alternate routes, Regular Andover Plannin; _.Id Zoning Commission Meeting U Minutes - March 9. 1999 Page 7 J he supports the present corridor. Commissioner Jovanovich stated she also feels for the residents but the easement is present. She stated all of the requirements have been met. Chairperson Squires stated that with all of the information being presented, his questions have been satisfied, the work will meet federal standards, and the applicant has addressed safety concerns. He noted the company operates in a respectable manner and there is no specific information about a concern with this project or the design of the project. With regard to the alternate route, he stated his preference to have only one pipeline route through the City rather than two routes since a second pipeline route would impact twice the number of Andover residents. Chairperson Squires stated he would like the Council to look at the issue of one pipeline versus two pipelines and is not sure enough information on that issue has been presented to allow them to make a good decision. He suggested that having only one pipeline would cut the number of accidents in half and stated he does not think economics is that big of a factor. He pointed out that only 20% of the residents are Andover residents and he believes the cost could be spread over all customers. Chairperson Squires stated he believes all other issues have been addressed and resolved but he would have liked more information on the option of having one large pipeline rather than the two pipelines. He suggested work continue with regard to that aspect. Mr. Hinzman stated he will highlight that concern in the report presented to the City Council. _/ Chairperson Squires stated the applicant has done a feasibility report of economic alternatives so information should be easily available to quantify the additional cost to remove the existing pipeline and replace it with one larger pipeline. He stated this information should be available and at the City's disposal. Commissioner Apcl stated the Commission could add conditions to their recommendation. Chairperson Squires explained that the State requires the Commission to make a decision within 60 days of the application so it is not possible to table consideration. Motion by Apel, seconded by Jovanovich, to recommend to the City Council approval of the Amended Special Use Permit request of Northern Natural Gas Company in the form of a Resolution to install a sixteen inch natural gas pipeline along the existing easement as described on the resolution based on the rationale that the Commission finds the request meets the requirements of Ordinance No.8 adding a fourth condition that consideration should be made of the forthcoming FERC report. Motion carried 5 ayes, 0 nays, 2 absent (Luedtke and Osberg). Mr. Hinzman stated the City Council will consider this recommendation at their April 6, 1999 meeting. '--J ) U Regular Andover Plannin~-and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes - March 9. 1999 Page 8 J PUBLIC HEARING: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT (CPA 98-05) - RR, RURAL RESIDENTIAL TO RU, RESIDENTIAL URBAN - SECTION 22 (FOX HOLLOW) - GOR-EM, LLC Mr. Hinzman stated the Commission is requested to hold a public hearing on an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to change the land use district designation from RR, Residential Rural to RU, Residential Urban Single Family. The proposed site consists of the north 20 acres of the proposed Fox Hollow subdivision by Gor-Em, LLC located in Section 22. He noted the Comprehensive Plan Amendment is submitted in conjunction with the Fox Hollow rezoning to R-4, Single Family Urban and preliminary plat for 101 single family homes. ., Mr. Hinzman explained the Planning and Zoning Commission originally reviewed Fox Hollow on January 26th voting unanimously, with one Commissioner absent, to recommend approval to the City Council. The Council reviewed the request on February 161\ tabling the item to allow the applicant to submit a plan absent of multiple family uses. The current request does not contain multiple family uses. Mr. Hinzman reviewed Minnesota State Statute Chapter 473.858 which indicates if the comprehensive municipal plan is in conflict with the zoning ordinance, the zoning ordinance shall be brought into compliance. He reviewed the use of adjacent land within 350 feet of the site and explained the land use plan is general in nature and long range while the zoning map is short range and precise. The land use plan sets the general guidelines for use by the Planning Commission and City Council in reviewing and evaluating development proposals. The zoning map is a tool to implement the land use plan which delineates the general land use areas by type. The zoning ordinance and accompanying map set forth and further refines permitted uses in each zone and establishes requirements for each use in specific zones. Mr. Hinzman noted the entire area is located within the 2020 MUSA and is scheduled for development in 1999. RU development proposed is consistent with adjacent land use to the south and traffic would directly access Nightingale Street, a collector roadway, to the west and Hanson Boulevard via the commercial area of the proposed Grey Oaks to the east. Mr. Hinzman reviewed the Commissions options to recommend approval, denial, or to table pending further information. ,-j Commissioner Daninger announced he will be voting "present" on the next three agenda items due to his business relationship with the applicant. Motion by Apel, seconded by Jovanovich, to open the public hearing at 8:03 p.m. Motion carried 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 present (Daninger), 2 absent (Luedtke and Osberg). There was no public input. Motion by Falk, seconded by Apel, to close the public hearing at 8:04 p.m. Motion carried 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 present (Daninger), 2 absent (Luedtke and Osberg). \ '..J Commissioner Apel noted the extensive discussion held by the Council and objection by one Regular Andover Plannin1 .Jd Zoning Commission Meeting U Minutes - March 9, 1999 Page 9 \ , ) Councilmember to extension of the sewer service. He stated he has no problem, based on the history of the plat and indication from the Council, to forward a recommendation of approval. Motion by Apel, seconded by Falk, to recommend to the City Council approval of an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to change the land use district designation from RR, Residential Rural to RU, Residential Urban Single Family for the proposed Fox Hollow preliminary plat located in the north half of Section 22 legally described on the draft resolution, subject to Metropolitan Council review. Motion carried 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 present (Daninger) , 2 absent (Luedtke and Osberg). Mr, Hinzman stated the City Council will consider this recommendation at their April 6, 1999 meeting. PUBLIC HEARING: REZONING (REZ 98-07) - R-I, SINGLE FAMILY RURAL TO R-4, SINGLE FAMILY URBAN - SECTION 12 (FOX HOLLOW) - GOR-EM, LLC Mr. Hinzman stated the Commission is requested to review the rezoning request of Gor-Em, LLC to rezone property from R-1, Single Family Rural to R-4, Single Family Urban on property located in the north half of Section 22. The rezoning is submitted in conjunction with the Fox Hollow com::>rehensive plan amendment to RU, Residential Urban Single Family and preliminary plat for 101 single family homes. -- '. ',j Motion by Apel, seconded by Jovanovich, to open the public hearing at 8:07 p.m. Motion carried 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 present (Daninger), 2 absent (Luedtke and Osberg). There was no public input. Motion by Apel, seconded by Jovanovich, to close the public hearing at 8:08 p.m. Motion carried 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 present (Daninger) 2 absent (Luedtke and Osberg). Motion by Apel, seconded by Jovanovich, to recommend to the City Council approval of the rezoning request of Gor-Em, LLC to rezone approximately 46.7 acres from R1, Single Family Rural to R-4, Single Family Urban on property located in the north half of Section 22 legally described on the amendment to Ordinance No.8, Section 6.03. Motion carried 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 present (Daninger) 2 absent (Luedtke and Osberg). Mr. Hinzman stated the City Council will consider this recommendation at their Apri16, 1999 meeting. PUBLIC HEARING: PRELIMINARY PLAT - FOX HOLLOW - SECTION 21- GOR-EM, LLC (.J Mr. Hinzman stated the Commission is requested to review the preliminary plat of "Fox Hollow" located in Section 22, Township 32, Range 24, Anoka County, Minnesota. The preliminary plat of '\ " -) - '\ ,-J , ) ,-_J (J l) Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes - March 9, 1999 Page 10 Fox Hollow was previously before the Planning and Zoning commission at the February 26, 1999 meeting as a planned unit development consisting of 80 single family residential lots and 37 single family detached townhome lots/units. The City Council, at their February 16, 1999 meeting, directed the developer to remove the detached single family townhomes (cottagehomes) from the plat and develop standard family residential lots as provided in an R-4 District. The developer has replaced the 37 cottagehomes with 21 single family residential lots. Mr. Hinzman advised a portion of the proposed preliminary plat is designated as RR, Rural Residential and a comprehensive plan amendment has been requested in conjunction with the preliminary plat to change the land use designation to RU, Residential Urban. The proposed preliminary plat is currently zoned R-l, Single Family Rural so rezoning the property to R-4, Single Family Urban is necessary. The proposed plat is currently within the MUSA and municipal sanitary sewer and water are proposed to serve the site. The proposed subdivision consists of 101 single family residential lots on 46.7 acres. He noted the developer and/or owner is responsible to obtain all necessary permits. Mr. Hinzman stated the Andover Review Committee (ARC) has reviewed the revised preliminary plat and made the following comments on the requested variances: A. The developer is requesting a variance from Ordinance 10, Section 9.061 and Section 4 for Lot 1, Block 7 as the lot will not meet the 100 foot buildability requirements as specified in these Sections. A ten foot buildability variance is being requested. B. The developer is requesting a variance to Ordinance No.8, Section 6.02 for Lot 9, Block 1, as the lot does not meet the minimum lot depth requirement of 130 feet. A variance of five feet is requested. C. The developer is requesting a variance to Ordinance No.8, Section 6.02 for Lot 3, Block 8 as the lot does not meet the minimum lot width requirement of 80 feet as measured at the front setback line. A variance of 4.7 feet is requested. D. The developer is requesting a variance to Ordinance No. 10, Section 9.05A for Blocks 3 and 4 and 6 as the length of these blocks exceed the maximum 1320 foot requirement as required by this Section. Variances of73 feet and 625 feet are being requested respectively. E. The developer is requesting a variance to Ordinance No. 10, Section 9.02C to allow Lot 10, Block 3, to access Nightingale Street NW as Nightingale is a designated a Municipal State Aid street. F. The developer is requesting a variance to Ordinance No. 10, Section 9.06F, for Lots 1-5, Block 5 and Lot 8, Block 1, to allow double frontage lots. Mr. Hinzman advised that staff recommends the 4.7 foot lot width variance for Lot 3, Block 8, be eliminated by readjusting the lot lines for Lots 2-4. The ARC has also made the following comments on the revised preliminary plat: () l) Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes - March 9, 1999 Page 11 '\ -j 1. There is a bikeway/walkway trail planned from the cul-de-sac on 155th Avenue NW to the trail along Hanson Boulevard NW. The ARC is recommending the trail be adjusted or relocated further south and run parallel to the south line of the plat. The ARC is also recommending the park be reduced back to a 20 foot strip as originally planned. The additional land will be added to the adjacent lots. A trail is still planned from Linnet Street NW to the Oak View Middle School property line. The I 54th Avenue NW, Martin Street, and 155th Avenue NW street section is also still planned to be widened with no parking to provide for a bike lane. The cost of the widening shall be split 50/50 between the developer and City. 2. No grading is to commence on the site until such time as the City Council approves the preliminary plat and the City Engineer signs the grading, drainage and erosion control plan, and a preconstruction meeting has been held between the City and the developer. 3. There may be minor housekeeping changes needed on the plat. Staff will present these items to the Commission at the meeting as staff is still reviewing the most current submittal received on March 3, 1999. Mr. Hinzman advised the Park and Recreation Commission recommends a combination of land (trails) and cash. He reviewed the alignment of the proposed trail segments parallel to the property line and noted the park area would disappear with the remainder being given to Lot 4 and Lot 9. Mr. Haas advised it will be dedicated as park land. / Mr. Hinzman stated the right-of-way distance will be the same at 60 feet but the road area will be at 30 feet. He reviewed the recommended conditions as detailed in the proposed resolution and recommended an additional condition indicating that there shall be no parking upon the bikeway route at 155th Avenue. Commissioner Falk asked if the no parking area would extend to the cul-de-sac. Mr. Haas indicated it would not. Commissioner Falk asked if there are other areas in Andover with similar trails. Mr. Haas stated this is the first one of this type. Mr. Haas provided an explanation of the geotechnical hydraulics of the pond drainage. He advised staff is obtaining a second opinion on the geotechnical report to assure the City is protected. Commissioner Jovanovich inquired regarding the names of streets. Mr. Hinzman stated that Martin Street commences from 155th to the cul-de-sac so staff will make that clarification. Commissioner Jovanovich asked what is north from Linnet Street and if the road can be extended to the north. Mr. Hinzman explained this second connection was discussed by the Council but they decided they do not want a connection between the two plats. '\ ) ,-_~./I Motion by Apel, seconded by Jovanovich, to open the public hearing at 8:20 p.m. The motion carried 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 present (Daninger), and 2 absent (Luedtke and Osberg). .- '\ \- -~. '\ I -.J ~J ;~ ~J Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes - March 9, 1999 Page 12 Mike Quigley(?), developer, stated they will make the requested lot line change for Lots 2-4 to eliminate the minimum lot width variance request for Lot 3, Block 8. There was no other public input. Motion by Apel, seconded by Jovanovich, to close the public hearing at 8:23 p.m. Motion carried 4 ayes, 0 nays, I present (Daninger), and 2 absent (Luedtke and Osberg). Motion by Jovanovich, seconded by Falk, to recommend to the City Council approval of the preliminary plat of Fox Hollow located in Section 22, Township 32, Range 24, Anoka County, Minnesota, with the requested variances as indicated above, dedication of park land (trails) and cash, and adding a condition of no parking on streets with bike paths. Motion carried 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 present (Daninger), and 2 absent (Luedtke and Osberg). Mr. Hinzman stated the City Council will consider this recommendation at their April 6, 1999 meeting. OTHER BUSINESS Mr. Hinzman provided an update on recent Council action. He advised the Council accepted the resignation of Commissioner Osberg so applications have been received, interviews will be held, and an appointment plus an alternate made. Mr. Hinzman stated no applications have been received for the next Planning and Zoning Commission meeting so that meeting may be canceled. There was no other business to come before the Andover Planning and Zoning Commission. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Daninger, seconded by Jovanovich, to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:28 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Carla Wirth, Recording Secretary TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.