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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApril 28, 1998 ( " v u r" U CITY of ANDOVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING - APRIL 28, 1998 MINUTES The Regular Bi-MontWy Meeting of the Andover Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairperson Jay Squires on April 28, 1998, 7:30 p.m. at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners present: Commissioners absent: Also present: Maynard Apel, Mike Gamache, Randy Peek, Lorna Wells Lynnette Barry, Jeff Luedtke City Planning, Jeff Johnson APPROVAL OF MINUTES C) April 14, 1998: Correct as written. Motion by Peek, Seconded by Wells, approval as presented. Motion carried on a 4-Yes, I-Present (Squires), 2-Absent (Barry, Luedtke) vote. PUBLIC HEARING: SPECIAL USE PERMIT - AREA IDENTIFICATION SIGNS - SECTION 36 - SHADOWBROOK THIRD ADDITION - SHADOW BROOK COVE TOWNHOMES- GOR- EM, LLC Mr. Johnson reviewed the request of Bunker LLC, Inc. to erect two area identification signs located on both sides of 139th Avenue at the entrance to Shadow Brook Cove, a townhome development in Shadowbrook Third Addition. The signs will be located on Lot 29, Block 3 and Lot 33A, Block 2. Each sign will be a 18.33 square-foot pennanent monuments at the entrance of Shadow Brook Cove. The applicable ordinances were reviewed. These sign locations were not identified on the preliminary plat and were not a part of the Special Use Permit request in 1996 when the preliminary plat of Shadowbrook was approved. That permit was for the area identification sign on Bunker Lake Boulevard and Goldenrod Street. Staff is recommending approval with conditions. o Commissioner Wells questioned the size of the sign. Mr. Johnson explained by ordinance the sign is calculated by measuring six inches around the letters. The proposed signs do meet the ordinance provision, and the Andover Review Committee has no objections to the proposal. These signs will not be visible from Bunker Lake Boulevard. When questioned why the developer did not apply for this sign at the time of the preliminary plat, Mr. Johnson didn't specifically know but thought the developer did not have specific plans for that area at the time. The applicant will be required t6 enter into a maintenance agreement with the City. The lots are interior lots and all setback requirements will be met. " ) ~-) Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting / Minutes-ApriI28,1998 Page 2 (public Hearing: Special Use Permit - Area Identification Signs - Shadow Brook Cove Townhomes, Continued) Motion by Gamache, Seconded by Wells, to open the public hearing. Motion carried on a 5- Yes, 2- Absent (Barry, Luedtke) vote. 7:40 p.m. There was no public testimony. Motion by Apel, Seconded by Wells, to close the public hearing. Motion carried on a 5-Yes, 2- Absent (Barry, Luedtke) vote. Commissioner Peek understood the ordinance was amended to make sure area identification signs were a part of the preliminary plat process. The concern was the number of such signs along major thoroughfares, and that is why a limit of one or two signs per development was put in place. He felt that is still good planning. However, because these signs are in the interior of the plat and will not be visible along Bunker Lake Boulevard, he would be in favor of the proposal. Motion by Peek, Seconded by Wells, to forward the Staff prepared Resolution to the City Council for approval. Motion carried on a 5-Yes, 2-Absent (Barry, Luedtke) vote This will be on the May \ 19, 1998, City Council agenda. 7:42 p.m. ./ SKETCH PLAN - SECTION 6 - ROBERT GETTEL Mr. Johnson reported the item has been withdrawn at the request of the applicant. The applicant is continuing to negotiate a purchase agreement with the current property owner. OTHER BUSINESS Propane tanks at Bill's - Commissioner Wells asked ifthere is going to be landscaping around the propane tanks at Bill's Superette or have they completed the project. Mr. Johnson stated he would check into it. Status of Bill's Superette on Hanson Boulevard - Mr. Johnson understood the matter is still before the court and a decision has not yet been made by the court. Sale of private vehicles - Commissioner Wells asked if there is an ordinance regulating the sale of private vehicles on City streets or the number of vehicles that can be sold by any individual in a calendar year. It is getting to be unsightly along Round Lake Boulevard with the many used cars for \ sale along the side of the road, plus it is a traffic hazard pulling out from intersections. Mr. Johnson stated there is a number of cars that can be sold beyond which a dealer's license from the state must be received. The Zoning Task Force will also address the parking of vehicles for sale in residential districts. r ' ...) , '\ \_) Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes - April 28, 1998 Page 3 (Other Business, Continued) Noise tests at Pov's - The Commission asked when the noise tests will be taken at Pov's. Mr. Johnson did not have a specific date, though he has talked to the MPCA who is willing to let the City use their equipment. The Commission suggested it be done as soon as possible and that readings be taken in other places around the City as well for comparables. Also, it should be done without advance warning to anyone. Possibly the Community Service Officer should take those readings. Mr. Johnson stated he will discuss the matter with the City Administrator. Motion by Apel, Seconded by Wells, to adjourn. Motion carried on as-Yes, 2-Absent (Barry, Luedtke) vote.. The meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m. ./ Respectfully submitted, ~~~L Recording Secretary