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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMarch 23, 1999 () o o o CITY of ANDOVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING - MARCH 23,1999 MINUTES The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chaizperson Jay Squires on March 23, 1999, 7:03 p.m., at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners present: Dean Daninger, Douglas Falk, Bev Jovanovich, Jason Osberg, and Jay Squires . Maynard Apel and Jeff Luedtke City Planner, John Hinzman Commissioners absent: Also present: APPROVAL OF MINUTES. March 9, 1999 Motion by Daninger, seconded by Jovanovich, the Minutes be approved as written. Motion carried on a 4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 present (Osberg),and 2 absent (Apel and Luedtke). RESIDENTIAL SKETCH PLAN LOT FIVE, WATTS GARDEN ACRES DH LAND COMPANY Mr. Hinzman stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission is asked to review the proposed sketch plan of DH Land Company on Lot 5, WAITS GARDEN ACRES located south of Commercial Boulevard Northwest. The proposed plan consists of 34 attached twin-home lots and one existing single family home. Mr. Hinzman stated that there are two concepts presented. Concept One moves the existing utilities between Lots 16 and 17, Block 1, to avoid a lot width variance to Lot 19, Block 1. Concept Two depicts the existing placement of utilities resulting in a 10.5' variance on Lot 19, Block1. He noted that Staff recommends Concept Two. Mr. Hinzman stated that the proposed sketch plan conforms to both the zoning and land use district classifications and is zoned R-4, Single Family Urban and designated RU, Residential Urban Single Family in the Comprehensive Land Use Guide Plan. Mr. Hinzman noted that twin homes are allowed by special use permit when lot locations are established and approved on the original plat. o Mr. Hinzman stated that the proposed area is within the Metropolitan Urban Service Area (MUSA) .' ,- \ I' ,-J Regular Andover Planninf"hd Zoning Commission lvfeeting 0 Minutes - March 23, 1999 Page 2 and could be constructed in 2000 under the Andover Development Policy Guidelines. Mr. Hinzman stated that Ordinance Number 205, Section 4B, Architectural Design states the Building Official shall review all building permit applications to determine whether the exterior architectural design, appearance, or functional plan will be at a variance from any structures within 300' of the proposed structure. Mr. Hinzman noted that all lots must meet the provisions of the Platting and Subdivision Ordinance (Ordinance 10), Section 9.06a(l) relating to buildability requirements for areas accessing municipal sanitary sewer within the MUSA. Mr. Hinzman noted that the Water Resource Management plan shall be implemented with the development. Mr. Hinzman stated that the developer and/or owner is responsible to obtain all necessary permits for development including but not limited to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Coon Creek Watershed District, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, and any other agency that may have an interest in the site. Initial contact shall be made with the City Engineering Department regarding this item. Mr. Hinzman noted that the development is required to meet the following City Ordinance including, ,,) but not limited to the following: Ordinance No.8 - Zoning, Ordinance No. 10 - Platting and Subdivision, Ordinance No. 114 - Wetland Buffer and Ordinance No. 214 - Tree preservation. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. \ ) Mr. Hinzman noted that the Park and Recreation Commission will review the sketch plan at the April I, 1999 meeting. He stated that the Commission will likely recommend cash in lieu of land. Mr. Hinzman stated that the Andover Review Committee (ARC) met on March 18, 1999 to discuss the sketch plan and had the following comments regarding the sketch plan. Variance needed for double frontage and minimum depth requirements, Lots 1-19, Block 1. Examine trail link within Jay Street Northwest right of way from 135th Avenue Northwest to Commercial Boulevard Northwest. Special Use Permit is needed for two-family homes in a R-4 zoning district. Existing garage located at the intersection of 135th Avenue Northwest and Killdeer Street Northwest needs to be removed. Trail may be planned along Commercial Boulevard Northwest. Examine use ofberming with significant landscaping and or fencing along Commercial Boulevard Northwest. Majority of committee favors townhome concept. Flatten the corner of Martin Street Northwest and 135th Avenue Northwest, too sharp for maintenance vehicles. May result in additional lots not meeting minimum width requirements Regular Andover Plannin~-)nd Zoning Commission ,\feeling 0 Minutes - March 23, 1999 Page 3 \ , J along north and west side of intersection. Chairperson Squires questioned if, to the west of the parcel, there are lots that are longer and more narrow. Mr. Hinzman responded that they are single family lots. Chairperson Squires questioned what the requirement is for lot width in a R-4 zone. Mr. Hinzman stated that 60 feet would be the minimum lot width. Chairperson Squires questioned what is the maximum density in a R-4 zone. Mr. Hinzman responded that two to two and a half units per acre. He stated that the sketch plan from DH Land Company would be four and a half units per acre. Commissioner Daninger questioned if Ordinance 205 states that buildings cannot look alike that are less than 300 feet apart. Mr. Hinzman stated that was correct. Mr. Hinzman noted that this is the first multiple family sketch plan to be submitted in the last 10 to 20 years so the provisions have not been tested. He noted that it is common in multiple family developments to use the same style on all of the buildings. Commissioner Osberg stated that the last multiple family plan that was submitted was for Fox .' '\ Hollow and questioned what the differences are between the two plans. Mr. Hinzman stated that ,-~J they differ because the units proposed by DH Land Company would have full foundations where the units at Fox Hollow were detached twin-homes built on a slab foundation. Commissioner Falk questioned if the length of the streets meet the applicable Ordinances. Mr. Hinzman stated they do. Commissioner Falk questioned where the driveway will be placed on the existing home. Mr. Hiil7111an stated that the driveway will be placed on Killdeer Street. Commissioner Osberg questioned if the five foot easement clearance would apply. Mr. Hinzman stated yes, it would be five feet in the front and ten feet in the back of the units. Commissioner Jovanovich questioned the appearance of the fencing around the development. Darren Lazan, Landform Engineering, representing DH Land Company, stated that the finished portion of the fence would face Commercial Boulevard. Cormnissioner Jovanovich stated that she doesn't feel having backyards face main roads looks good and that she would prefer to see streets go north to south. Mr. Lazan stated that the shape of the parcel makes it very difficult to change the plan. Mr. Hinzman noted that if a frontage road was set up along Commercial Boulevard it would eliminate two tiers of lots. ,~ Regular Andover Plannin~ u~d Zoning Commission ;1"feeting U Minutes - March 23, 1999 Page 4 , ) Commissioner Jovanovich stated that her main concern is to avoid a situation where there is a flat lot with no physical barriers and since people will install them anyway and there should be a universal plan. Mr. Lazan stated that the advantage to the development is that the berm will always be maintained by the Association. Commissioner Jovanovich questioned if trees could be planted instead of installing a fence. Mr. Hinzman stated that the fence was just one suggestion. Chairperson Squires questioned if there will be enough room to install a berm. Mr. Hinzman stated that a three to four foot berm can be constructed partially within the right-of-way. Mr. Lazan stated that DH Land Company would prefer to install shrubs as a berm rather than a fence, but are open to look at all options. Commissioner Osberg questioned if the Association would maintain all the plant life if installed for a berm. Mr. Lazan stated yes, everything will be maintained through the Association. Commissioner Osberg questioned if the DH Land Company is currently working with any other communities. Mr. Lazan stated that they are currently looking into other communities, but have nothing else right now / '\ '--) Chairperson Squires stated that it is important that DH Land Company plans to have an Association to maintain the property. He also stated that the berm around the property is important to make sure that there are not any compatibility problems with the commercial park across the road. Chairperson Squires stated that it is important to keep the trail system intact. Chairperson Squires requested that Staff make a recommendation to the Commission on variances. Commissioner Daninger stated that he would prefer not to use a fence as a berm. He stated that it is important that the berm looks good. Mr. Lazan questioned if the Commission would entertain the idea of a bulb cul-de-sac with a 90 degree corner at the corner of 13 5th Avenue and Martin Street. Mr. Hinzman stated staff can examine the possibility. Mr. Lazan stated that he would have the sketch plan changed and submit it. Mr. Lazan stated that he doesn't think there will be a problem with deciding on a berm. He also noted that they don't want the development to look like they are building row houses, they would like to make unique identifiable twin-homes. ~J () () Regular Andover PlanningYlnd Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes - March 23, 1999 Page 5 '\ , ) --' DISCUSSION: ORDINANCE REVIEW ORDINANCE NUMBER 90,93,96,97 AND 98 Mr. Hinzman stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission is asked to review and comment on these ordinances. Chairperson Squires suggested that Ordinance No. 90 and No. 98 be brought back to an upcoming Planing and Zoning Commission with copies of the Ordinances as they are currently written and a copy of the wording changes proposed by Staff. Mr. Hinzman stated that Ordinance No. 93 establishes a Boundary Commission He noted that the duties of the Boundary Commission are to review metes and bounds descriptions within the City and attempt to establish agreements between adjoining landowners as to the location of common boundaries. Mr. Hinzman stated that this Ordinance was only used once. Chairperson Squires questioned if Ordinance No. 93 should stay on the books. Mr. Hinzman stated yes. Mr. Hil17.man stated that Staff proposed no change to Ordinance No. 93. , \ \. j 11r. HiI17man stated that Ordinance No. 96 regulates the installation and operation of home and business alarm systems within the City of Andover. Commissioner Falk questioned why this Ordinance was established. 11r. Hinzman stated that there were too many false alanns and they hoped the Ordinance would work as a deterrent. Chairperson Squires questioned if it increased City costs by responding to false alarms. Mr. Hinzman stated no, but it takes away needed resources. Commissioner Osberg questioned what the fine is for a false alarm. Mr. Hinzman stated that it is $75.00. Commissioner Daninger questioned what other cities charge for false alarms. Mr. Hinzman stated that he was not sure, but that he would do some research. Mr. Hinzman stated that Staff proposed no change to Ordinance No. 96. Mr. Hinzman stated that Ordinance No. 97 is an Ordinance establishing the Lower Rwn River Watershed Management Tax District. ,- , \._J Mr. Hinzman stated that Staff proposed no change to Ordinance No. 97. o () Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes - March 23, 1999 Page 6 OTHER BUSINESS Mr. Hinzman stated that the City Council moved toward a flat fee for Park Dedication fees. He noted that they are still negotiating on how the flat fee will affect commercial property. Mr. Hinzman stated that two new Planning and Zoning Commissioners, Larry Dalien and Mark Hedin were appointed to the Commission and will start April 13th. Commissioner Jovanovich noted that she reviewed the meeting minutes of the Ramsey Planning and Zoning Commission and that they are recommending not to approve the installation of the pipeline because they feel that an adequate easement does not exist. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Osberg, seconded by Jovanovich, to adjourn. Motion carried on a 5 ayes, 2 absent (Apel and Luedtke) vote. Meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m. " Respectfully sub~!tte~, N()..(\t~ dv-\oGV Nanci Libor, Recording Secretary TimeSaver o,ff Site Secretarial, Inc. \- J ,- " . ,