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CITY of ANDOVER
Andover Planning and Zoning Commission
Meeting Agenda
Oak View Middle School
November 26, 1996
7:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes - November 12, 1996
3. Public Hearing: Rezoning (REZ 96-03) - Rezone property from
R-l, Single Family Rural to R-4, Single Family Urban - Crown
Pointe East Second Addition - Section 25 - Ashford Development
Corporation.
4. Public Hearing: Preliminary Plat - Crown Pointe East Second
Addition - Section 25 - Ashford Development Corporation.
5. Public Hearing: Lot Split/Variance (L.S. 96-09) - 4040 South
Enchanted Drive - Linda and James Kaldahl.
6. Public Hearing: Special Use Permit (SUP 96-22) - Non-
conforming Home Occupation - 15785 Nightingale Street NW -
Lawrence Cardinal Jr.
7. Ordinance Review Continued:
Ordinance No. 15, MN State Building Code - Repealed
Ordinance No. 17, Driveway Construction Standards
Ordinance No. 18, Street Name Change
Ordinance No. 19, MN State Building Code
8. Other Business
9. Adjournment
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CITY of ANDOVER
1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.w. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (612) 755-5100
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING - NOVEMBER 26, 1996
MINUTES
The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover Planning and Zoning
Commission was called to order by Chairperson Jay Squires on November
26, 1996, 7:05 p.m. at the Oak View Middle School, 15400 Hanson
Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota.
Commissioners present:
Commissioner absent:
Also present:
Randy Peek, Jerry Putnam, Lorna Wells
Maynard Apel, Lynette Barry, Jeffrey Luedtke
City Building Official, David Almgren
City Engineering, Todd Haas
Planning Intern, John Hinzman
City Planning, Jeff Johnson
Community Development Director, Dave Carlberg
Others
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
November 12, 1996: Correct as written.
MOTION by Peek, Seconded by Wells, to approve as presented. Motion
carried on a 3-Yes (Squires, Peek, Wells), 1-Present (Putnam), 3-Absent
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PUBLIC HEARING: REZONING - REZONE PROPERTY FROM R-l, SINGLE FAMILY
RURAL, TO R-4, SINGLE FAMILY URBAN - CROWN POINTE EAST SECOND ADDITION -
SECTION 25 - ASHFORD DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
7:06 p.m. Mr. Hinzman reviewed the request of Ashford Development Corp.
to rezone property from R-1, Single Family Rural, to R-4, Single Family
Urban for the proposed subdivision to be known as Crown Pointe East
Second Addition. The property consists of 31.67 acres, is in the MUSA,
and is scheduled for development in the 1995-2000 time frame.
MOTION by Wells, Seconded by Putnam, to open the public hearing. Motion
carried on a 4-Yes, 3-Absent (Apel, Barry, Luedtke) vote. 7:08 p.m.
There was no public testimony.
MOTION by Wells, Seconded by Putnam, to close the public hearing.
Motion carried on a 4-Yes, 3-Absent (Apel, Barry, Luedtke) vote. 7:08
p.m.
Mr. Hinzman noted the property is adjacent to R-4 zoning on the south
and west sides. Mr. Carlberg reported the school district has not
responded to the rezoning or to the proposed plat.
MOTION by Peek, Seconded by Putnam, to forward the Staff prepared
ordinance amendment to the City Council with a recommendation for
approval. Motion carried unanimously. This will be placed on the
December 17, 1996, City Council agenda unless the developer formally
requests it be continued to the first meeting in January. 7:11 p.m.
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Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes - November 26, 1996
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PUBLIC HEARING: PRELIMINARY PLAT - CROWN POINTE EAST SECOND ADDITION -
SECTION 25 - ASHFORD DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
7: 11 p. m. Mr. Carlberg reviewed the proposed preliminary plat for Crown
Pointe East Second Addition which consists of 70 single family
residential lots. Variances are being requested to allow the existing
driveway from the home on Block 4, Lot 16 to continue to access Prairie
Road. There are several accessory structures on the property that will
be removed as a part of the development; however, the property owners
will then be required to construct a 440 square-foot garage to meet
ordinance requirements. An option would be to construct a garage to
access off 142nd Avenue; but the owners prefer the construction of an
attached garage to the south side of the house. As proposed, the
driveway would then access Prairie Road. The second variance is from
the setback requirement of prairie Road, as the existing single family
dwelling encroaches into that setback 9.7 feet. The Park and Recreation
Commission will review the plat at its December 19 meeting, but cash in
lieu of land was recommended at the review of the sketch plan. There is
no request for a monument sign.
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Mr. Haas outlined the proposed trail system in the vicinity,
anticipating at some point a trail would be constructed along the east
side of Prairie Road from the Shadowbrook plat where that trail is now
being constructed north to Andover Boulevard. It has been the
determination of the Park Board and City Council that a trail is not
needed within the plat itself.
MOTION by Putnam, Seconded by Well, to open the public hearing. Motion
carried on a 4-Yes, 3-Absent (Apel, Barry, Luedtke) vote. 7:22 p.m.
Sharon Becker, 14246 Ouince Street NW - asked why there are no parks for
the children in these new developments. The kids end up playing in the
streets. Mr. Haas reviewed the policy of the Park Board to concentrate
on improving the regional parks and noted those parks and proposed
trails in the vicinity that are available for the residents in this
area.
Ken Scheneman, 709 141st Avenue NW - asked how much of the woods will be
taken out. He borders the back of the woods. He also asked about a
proposed exit between the lots connecting 141st and 142nd.
Jerrv Windschitl, Ashford Development Corporation explained the
attempt has been not to remove the trees behind Mr. Scheneman, though
some may be removed when a house is built on those lots. The lots are
the same size as those along 141st Avenue. He also noted the other
areas that will be left undisturbed, as they especially tried to save
the mature oak trees. Both 141st and 142nd Avenues access prairie Road
directly with no other connection between them.
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Mr. Scheneman - was concerned with someone cutting down all of those
buffer trees once the lots are sold.
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Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes - November 26, 1996
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(Public Hearing: Preliminary Plat - Crown Pointe East Second Addition
Section 25 - Ashford Development Corporation, Continued)
Mr. Windschitl - stated typically people pay a premium for wooded lots
and do everything they can to preserve them because they are valuable in
the resale of the parcel. There is not a lot of oak wilt on the
property, and there is a variety of trees in there. Mr. Windschitl also
explained the existing house will be retained by the Chapmans. It is
one of the older homes in Andover and is very nicely refurnished. The
one variance request is the result of the large right of way for Prairie
Road, which is 60 feet from center.
Alan Chapman, 14212 Prairie Road NW - stated he has maintained his
property over the years and cut out the diseased trees. The tornado in
1983 did a tremendous amount of pruning in the whole area, but there are
some fabulous oaks. He's happy to see the efforts made to save those
trees. He provided the Commission with picturers of his house. An option
for them is to construct a free standing garage, which they don't want.
There is also a problem because of the 16x37' deck along the back of the
house which would have to be removed. The house was built in 1854. They
would like to have a 2 1/2- to 3-car garage attached to the house on the
south side with access directly to Prairie Road. They feel an attached
garage would also lend itself aesthetically to the neighborhood. Now he
has a limestone horseshoe driveway. He would propose a turnaround so
they wouldn't have to back directly out onto Prairie Road.
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MOTION by Wells, Seconded by Putnam, to close the public hearing.
Motion carried on a 4-Yes, 3-Absent (Apel, Barry, Luedtke) vote. 7:42
p.m.
Commissioner Putnam wondered if a condition could be made to the
variance that if the house were destroyed or demolished, the access for
the lot would then revert to 142nd Avenue. Mr. Carlberg stated the
variance to the structure for the setback on Prairie Road would bring
the house into compliance. If destroyed or demolished, the parcel would
continue to have the right to access Prairie Road with the approval of
the requested variance. The home will be connected to municipal sewer
and water as a part of the project.
Commissioner Wells felt the age of the house makes it unique and
wondered if the historical value would preclude an attached garage.
Considering the age of the house, she questioned the aesthetics of an
attached garage. Mr. Chapman stated the house is not on the list of
historical buildings.
Several Commissioners expressed concern with adding more traffic to
Prairie Road and also with allowing another access between two City
streets. Mr. Haas said as the traffic increases, the problem increases
of the northbound traffic wanting to turn left onto 141st and 142nd
:) Avenues while other cars often illegally pass the turning vehicles on
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a conflict and a potential safety problem. From a traffic standpoint,
the request for a driveway onto prairie Road is not a good one.
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Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes - November 26, 1996
Page 4
(Public Hearing: Preliminary Plat - Crown Pointe East Second Addition
Section 25 - Ashford Development Corporation, Continued)
Commissioner Peek noted the issue is whether denial of the variance on
the access to Prairie Road will deny the reasonable use of the lot, He
did not think reasonable use of the parcel would be denied, as it is
possible to access 142nd Avenue and still meet all setback requirements.
The other Commissioners generally agreed.
MOTION by Peek, Seconded by Wells, to forward the Staff prepared'
Resolution to the City Council with the recommendation for approval with
the following change: Strike Item No. 1 and move the numbers of the
other items so it becomes Items 1-5. Motion carried on a 4-Yes, 3-
Absent (Apel, Barry, Luedtke) vote. This will be placed on the December
17, 1996, City Council agenda unless the developer formally requests it
be continued to the first meeting in January. 7:55 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING: LOT SPLIT/VARIANCE - 4040 SOUTH ENCHANTED DRIVE - LINDA
AND JAMES KALDAHL
7:55 p.m. Mr. Hinzman reviewed the request of James and Linda Kaldahl
to split a .15-acre section from a 2. 66-acre parcel at 4040 South
Enchanted Drive and to vary from the lot size on the newly created lot.
A garage and TV satellite dish were mistaken constructed on this parcel
by the eastern adj oining property owner. The intent is to sell the
split parcel to the neighboring property owner. Simply moving the
interior lot line is prohibited on platted property, necessitating this
proposed lot split and variance. Both lots will exceed the minimum
district requirements for an R-1, Single Family Rural residential lot
upon approval of the lot split. A covenant will be recorded that
legally binds the split .15-acre parcel with the neighboring parcel so'
they cannot be sold separately. The applicant is requesting this
procedure to be able to obtain a clear title so they can sell their
property. Staff is recommending approval with conditions. Commissioner
Wells asked about the time line and title to the parcel.
Linda Kaldahl, 4040 South Enchanted Drive NW - believed their house was
built in 1984 and the neighboring residence was built between 1984 and
1986. She also thought the garage was constructed in 1990, and they
have been unable to find out when the satellite dish was erected. They
moved to this parcel only two years ago, and the garage and satellite
dish were in place when they purchased the property. She assumes that
means they didn't have clear title when they bought the house.
Chairperson Squires stated the Kaldahls are trying to sell their
property and cannot because of the encroachments. While there may be
other options, such as suing the neighbor to remove them, this is the
request the Commission is to consider. Mr. Carlberg stated the City's
requirements have changed since the garage was built so this type of
mistake does not happen again. .
MOTION by Wells, Seconded by Putnam, to open the public hearing.
Motion carried on a 4-Yes, 3-Absent (Apel, Barry, Luedtke) vote.8:04 pm
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Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes - November 26, 1996
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(Public Hearing: Lot SplitjVariance-4040 South Enchanted Drive, Cont.)
Ms. Kaldahl - stated they have been dealing with the situation for the
past 18 months to try to come up with an amicable agreement. It became
very clear to them that that was not going to be a possibility, as the
neighbor was not willing to finish the deal without this much property.
They do not want to go to court. They purchased the property not
knowing the condition. About nine months after purchasing it, they did
a survey and found out the property lines. That is when they found the
encroachment on the property. They did not have title insurance. Mr.
Carlberg stated the satellite dish is a large one, mounted on a pole.
Staff would treat it like a structure and require that it be 10 feet off
the property line. This is 47 feet from where it should be. They want
to sell their property but are unable to do so until this is resolved.
Commissioner Wells asked if the City has legal recourse to have the
satellite dish removed. Mr. Carlberg believed it is a private issue
that would have to go through the court system to be resolved.
MOTION by Putnam, Seconded by Wells, to close the public hearing.
Motion carried on a 4-Yes, 3-Absent (Apel, Barry, Luedtke) vote. 8:10
p.m.
Commissioner Putnam felt this is an unusual way to solve this dilemma
and was concerned with setting a precedent. He was not as concerned
with the garage encroachment as with the satellite dish. Mr. Carlberg
stated the Commission has dealt with similar situations regarding garage
or home encroachments, but he is not aware of one involving a satellite
dish. Commissioner Peek stated he would be more concerned if the parcels
would not conform to the setbacks and acreage requirements after the lot
split. It would be somewhat arbitrary to force another procedure upon
the applicant who made the decision based on more knowledge that the
Commission has. They are not creating a nonconforming situation by
giving the variance. Commissioner Wells disagreed, stating the garage
is in, but the satellite dish is movable. She felt the City is setting
precedent. The dish is set back 47 feet more than allowed in a rural
area. If it was an urban area, it would be in the middle of someone's
back yard.
Mr. Carlberg cautioned the review is of the lot split and variance, not
the structures and their setbacks. It is a process of carving a small
piece of land and joining it legally to another parcel. Chairperson
Squires noted the covenant would require the split parcel be attached to
the neighboring lot, so two conforming lots are left. There would be no
setback problems.
MOTION by Peek, Seconded by Putnam, to forward the Staff prepared
Resolution to the City Council with a recommendation for approval.
DISCUSSION: Commissioner Wells stated she agrees with the lot split but
disagrees with its size. Motion carried on a 3-Yes (Squires, Peek,
Putnam), 1-No (Wells), 3-Absent (Apel, Barry, Luedtke) vote. This will
be on the December 17, 1996, City Council agenda. 8:11 p.m.
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Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes - November 26, 1996
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PUBLIC HEARING: SPECIAL USE PERMIT - NONCONFORMING HOME OCCUPATION -
15785 NIGHTINGALE STREET NW - LAWRENCE CARDINAL JR.
8:11 p.m. Mr. Johnson reviewed the request of Lawrence Cardinal Jr. to
operate a nonconforming home occupation, an auto body repair and
refinishing business, in a detached garage at 15785 Nightingale Street
NW. He reviewed in detail the conditions to consider as outlined in the
Staff report. The Fire Marshall and Building Official did not inspect
the site. There have been no complaints about this business and no
comments from the neighboring residents regarding the Special Use Permit
request.
Commissioner Putnam stated he is a neighbor and will abstain from
voting, though he does wish to comment. commissioner Wells asked how
far the business was from the school. She was concerned with the ground
water and thought this should be tabled until the Fire Marshall or OSHA
or other state representatives review the site as they would in a
commercial area. Staff stated the school is about a mile to the east.
This would have no impact on the school. It is also about one-half mile
from the nearest church. The lot meets all setback requirements within
the R-4 zoning district. As far as Staff knows, the septic system is up
to code, but that has not been inspected. The water would not be tested
unless the Commission requested it. Staff asked for direction on what
role the Building Official and Fire Marshall should have in the requests
to operate nonconforming home occupations.
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The Commission and Staff discussed just what criteria should be used in
reviewing these particular requests. Staff noted there are state
building code requirements for this type of business i however, the
situation here is being operated in a residential area. Does the City
want to let Mr. Cardinal continue to operate or to require it to meet
all requirements which may mean closing it down? The Commission was
concerned with the City's life safety liability if it grants a Special
Use Permit knowing that there are state building code violations. They
also felt they made it clear at the last meeting that they wanted the
feedback from the Building Official and Fire Marshall on these matters,
so those inspections should be done before the item even comes to the
Commission.
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Mr. Almgren reviewed the list of building code general requirements for
an autobody shop with spray painting area whether it is in a residential
or commercial area. This was not the complete list of requirements, and
he did not know which requirements were being met and which were not.
The Commission questioned whether the 1994 code would apply or the one
in effect in 1983 when the business was started. Mr. Carlberg stated
the intent of the ordinance amendment was to control those existing
occupations between that window of time, allowing them to operate as
they are but not to go beyond that. It was not the intent to require
building new structures to house the business. The issue is determining
which criteria must be met. Mr. Almgren is looking at the current
building code. The City does not have the authority to waive code
requirements. Mr. Almgren then stated he doubted there would be many
differences between the current code and that in effect in 1983.
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Minutes - November 26, 1996
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(Public Hearing: Special Use Permit - Nonconforming Home Occupation -
15785 Nightingale Street NW - Lawrence Cardinal Jr., Continued)
Commissioner Wells was very concerned with the City's liability if a
permit is approved without meeting code requirements and, the worse
case, a fire or explosion occurred. It would end up being the taxpayers'
liability for fire fighting, environmental clean up, etc. Commissioner
Putnam stated there is that potential, but the size of this operation
would not result in that kind of issue.
Lawrence Cardinal Jr - stated he has a three-car garage with a seven-
foot ceiling. There is no water to the building, and there wouldn't
even be room for a watercloset and lavatory, which was mentioned by the
Building Official as a requirement. He explained he normally has no
more than a gallon of VOC on site, except for the last seven months when
he purchased about four gallons. He buys paint in pints and the
hardener in gallons because of the cost. There is hardly any waste
because everything is low VOC. The size of the shop is very small and
there is no place to add onto the building. Commissioner Peek felt
there needs to be some dialogue between the applicant and City Staff and,
that this application is premature.
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Commissioner Wells asked if the City knew the purpose for the building
when the permit was granted. Mr. Almgren stated the permit was for the
construction of a garage. Sometime later Mr. Cardinal asked about the
ability to do auto body repair and painting, and he said that was not
allowed.
Mr. Cardinal - recalled Mr. Almgren stated if complaints were received,
he would be shut down. Since 1983, there have been no complaints. He
does not advertise. Much of his business is from people who work for the
City or their friends and family. About one-half to two-thirds of his
work is from cars he buys and repairs.
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Mavor Jack McKelvey - stated the Council thought the ordinance amendment
was necessary so they wouldn't have to deal with those nonconforming
businesses that have been allowed to operate prior to 1990. Mr. Cardinal
asked him if he could apply for this Special Use Permit. He knows Mr'.
Cardinal and was concerned that the application could potentially put
him out of business. He's had calls from several businesses who feel
the Staff is simply wanting to put them out of business, and they will
be watching what happens with this application. If this request is
turned down, he predicted the City will not see any other applications.
Mr. Cardinal has been in business since 1983 without a complaint or a
fire call, and the City has done nothing about it. He started this
business when he was out of work rather than go on welfare. Now the
intent is to allow these home businesses so they start paying commercial
taxes, which is not a problem for those people he has talked too. Many
of the nonconforming businesses were in the City prior to most of the
Staff members, and they now want to become legal. If Mr. Cardinal has
to meet all of the codes mentioned by Mr. Almgren, then he might as well
move down to the Commercial Park; and that isn't the intent of the
ordinance. The Mayor speculated he had more hazardous material in his
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(Public Hearing: Special Use Permit - Nonconforming Home Occupation -
15785 Nightingale Street NW - Lawrence Cardinal Jr., Continued)
own garage than Mr. Cardinal does, and Mr. Cardinal keeps his paints in
steel cans. Mr. Cardinal also has the top-of-the line equipment. The
Mayor didn't want to see the Council spending hours dealing with these
businesses.
Mr. Carlberg stated Staff is not trying to get rid of these businesses.
The intent was to work with them and phase them out or allow them to
operate. The issue is where major codes and safety issues are brought
forward. Commissioner Putnam stated he knows Mr. Cardinal and about his
operation. Mr. Cardinal knows what he is doing, handles material
properly and has good equipment. Mr. Cardinal purchased equipment
specifically for cutting because he knows the potential fire hazard with
paints. He suggested that the Building Official and Fire Marshal do an
inspection, then the applicant and Staff discuss the situation and reach
an agreement that is comfortable for both given the size of the
operation. There are rules, but do all of them necessarily apply to this
operation? Possibly some do not apply when only a small amount of paint
is on hand. There may be a case when the operation is so large that
there is a safety issue for that person, the family and the neighbors.
He thought most of the conditions could be met with some simple things
being done. That is why the inspections are necessary. The intent is to
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Chairperson Squires felt the input from the experts on the fire and
building codes is needed before a decision can be made. He agreed the
procedure should be to have the inspections, then Staff work with the
applicant to reach an agreement as to what needs to be done and what is
acceptable to allow the business to continue. There needs to be
flexibility and options in terms of what will be tolerated and what will
not depending on the operation, quantities of chemicals, etc. Then the
item should come to the Commission so they can look at the options and
make a decision. He would also like to know from the City attorney
under what circumstances or what changes in a particular use can they
grant a particular permit so the Commission knows how much flexibility
it has. Also, when dealing with state code, if there are conditions
that do not comply with the code, does the City still have the ability
to grant the Special Use Permit or not and under what circumstances.
Commissioner Peek also asked for the Attorney's opinion on the point of
origin. What code applies, the 1983 code when the business was
established or today's code when the Special Use Permit is granted?
Commissioner Putman wondered if the Building Official or Fire Marshal
has the ability to grant equivalencies if something is not in
compliance. The Commission should not have to debate how each case
should be dealt with; that should be done before it gets to them.
MOTION by Wells, Seconded by Peek, to table this item pending further
,\ information from Staff. Motion carried on a 3-Yes, 1-Present (Putnam),
',j 3-Absent (Apel, Barry, Luedtke) vote. Mr. Carlberg stated this will be
brought back to the December 10 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.
9:20 p.m.
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Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
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ORDINANCE REVIEW - ORDINANCE NO. 15, MN STATE BUILDING CODE - REPEALED
Mr. Johnson stated the Building Official has recommended this ordinance
can be repealed, as that portion of the code has been incorporated with
Ordinance 19. The Commission agreed.
ORDINANCE REVIEW - ORDINANCE NO. 17, DRIVEWAY CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
Mr. Johnson stated the Building Official and City Engineer have reviewed
the ordinance. The Building Official had no comment other than the
ordinance is necessary; however, the City Engineer made the following
recommendations: reference to basement floor elevations should be
revised to the current standards per Ordinance 10. Section 4,
Surfacing: be revised to include urban and rural surfacing. Section 5,
Culverts: all culverts shall be corrugated metal or equivalent.
Culverts within the right of way shall meet all provisions and permit
requirement from the Anoka County Highway Department. Also, the City
Engineer would reserves the right to determine the size of the culvert.
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Commissioner Wells suggested that large culverts be required to be
screened to prevent debris from going through and to prevent children
from crawling through them. Mr. Almgren stated that any culvert in the
county right of way must be approved by the County Highway Department.
This ordinance deals strictly with residential driveways. Something
could be added that if the culvert is over a certain size that trash
guards would be required. The Commission had no further comment.
ORDINANCE REVIEW - ORDINANCE NO. 18, STREET NAME CHANGE
Mr. Johnson stated the City is required to make street name changes via
an ordinance. The intent is to consolidate this with other street name
ordinances. No change is being recommended. The Commission agreed.
ORDINANCE REVIEW - ORDINANCE NO. 19, MN STATE BUILDING CODE
Mr. Johnson stated the intent is to consolidate Ordinance 19. The
Commission agreed.
OTHER BUSINESS
Permanent employee Mr. Carlberg announced the City Council has
authorized the permanent full-time position for a planner, so Mr.
Hinzman will go to permanent full-time status as of January 1. One of
his main duties will be update the Comprehensive Plan. A survey of the
residents is being planned.
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'--._) December 24 meeting: Mr. Carlberg announced that the December 24, 1996,
Planning Commission meeting is being cancelled due to the holidays.
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(Other Business, Continued)
Illegal snowmobiling - Commissioner Wells related an incident of two
children driving through the Bill's Superette area along Bunker Lake
Boulevard. They came from Coon Rapids and were not respectful of
Andover's regulations. Mr. Carlberg reported on the efforts of the
Andover Sno Dragons Snowmobile Club and the warning system that will be
put in place. Also, the No Snowmobiling signs along Round Lake
Boulevard will be lowered so they are easily visible by snowmobilers.
Commissioner Wells requested the Snowmobile Club members patrol the City
Hall and Sunshine Park areas.
MOTION by Wells, Seconded by Peek, to adjourn. Motion carried on a
4-Yes, 3-Absent (Apel, Barry, Luedtke) vote.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:46 p.m.
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