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CITY of ANDOVER
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING - AUGUST 24, 1993
MINUTES
The Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Andover Planning and Zoning
Commission was called to order by Chairperson Bonnie Dehn on August 24,
1993, 7:30 p.m. at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW,
Andover, Minnesota.
Commissioners present:
Maynard Apel, Bev Jovanovich, Becky Pease,
Randy Peek, Jay Squires
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City Planner, David Carlberg
Others
Commissioners absent:
Also present:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
August 10, 1993: Correct as written.
MOTION by Apel, Seconded by Peek, approval of the Minutes as presented.
Motion carried unanimously.
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PUBLIC HEARING: AMENDED SPECIAL USE PERMIT, PROPANE TANK (BULK STORAGE
OF LIQUID FUEL) - 13725 CROSSTOWN DRIVE NW (PIN 33-32-24-13-0046), Q
MIDWEST, INC., dba TOTAL MART
7: 31 p.m. Mr. Carlberg reviewed the Amended Special Use Permit
requested by Q Midwest, Inc., dba Total Mart to install an above-ground
storage tank for the bulk storage of liquid fuels (propane) at 13725
Crosstown Drive NW. Staff is concerned about the location and access to
the tank. The tank would be located in a flat and open area; and
because of the curve on Crosstown Boulevard, there is a potential for it
to be hit by a vehicle. Also, when an RV would be filling at the
propane tank, it would be difficult for other vehicles to get through to
the gas islands because that area is so narrow. Mr. Carlberg had
pictures of the area and stated in viewing the site this evening, there
were quite a few cars parked along the edge of Crosstown Boulevard so
nothing could get through the parking lot. He suggested the Commission
also view the site as to the traffic flow through the parking lot. He
proposed if it is allowed, that berming around the tank be required
rather than concrete-filled posts to protect it from accidental contact
from Crosstown Boulevard.
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In discussing the item, those Commissioners familiar with the business
also expressed concerned that there isn't enough room for service from
both the proposed tank and the gas islands. Mr. Carlberg stated he
looked at other locations for the tank but could not find any because of
the limited space. Commissioner Peek asked if the ordinances allow such
a structure within the setback. Mr. Carlberg stated it would be about
30 feet from the road, but he will research that specific question. As
proposed, he felt it is a safety threat and a traffic problem.
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Amended Special Use Permit, Propane, Total Marti
Representatives from Q Midwest, Inc., were not in attendance; so the
Commission preferred to table the item to address the safety concerns.
The Commission also asked Staff to check on the availability of parking
in the area. The public hearing was not opened.
MOTION by Apel, Seconded by Pease, to table this item until Staff gets
a hold of the applicant and tells him the Commission's concerns. Motion
carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING: SPECIAL USE PERMIT - AUTO REPAIR GARAGE IN AN I,
INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, 2134 BUNKER LAKE BOULEVARD NW - CLIFFORD MISTELSKE
7:44 p.m. Mr. Carlberg reviewed the request by Clifford Mistelske for
a Special Use Permit to operate a repair garage at 2134 Bunker Lake
Boulevard NW. Mr. Mistelske has been operating the garage without the
Permit, and Staff has been working with him to bring his business into
conformance with the Zoning Ordinance. The building is set way in back
of the lot, and he thought there is another structure in the back with
some type of construction and office space. There is no residence on
the parcel.
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Chairperson Dehn opened the hearing for public testimony.
Clifford Mistelske - didn't realized he needed a permit when he started
a year ago. He works by himself repairing vehicles, trying to keep a
nice, quiet place. He's lived in Andover for 40 to 50 years and is just
trying to help the community. He does general vehicle maintenance,
mechanical, framing of cars, etc., getting them back to running again.
He buys and sells vehicles, cars, trucks, motor homes, as he finds them
and repairs them and does not advertise or solicit business from the
public.
Mr. Carlberg stated the biggest change will be having to meet the
parking requirements with hard surfaced parking and curbs. Mr.
Mistelske stated he didn't have many cars, probably not more than three
at anyone time. He does not keep junk cars. If vehicles come in with
parts he can use, he takes them apart and sends them back.
The Commission felt the requested use is appropriate for this area.
MOTION by Apel, Seconded by Jovanovich, to close the public hearing.
Motion carried unanimously.
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MOTION by Squires, Seconded by Apel, that the Special Use Permit be
approved with the first five of the six conditions listed in the Staff
report. I don' t think it is neces sary , given the nature of the
operation, to impose any hours of operation. Item 6, a public hearing
was held and there was no opposition. Motion carried unanimously. This
item will be on the September 21, 1993, City Council Agenda. 7:57 p.m.
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VARIANCE: ORDINANCE NO. 10, SECTION 9.06, 39,000 SQUARE-FOOT
REQUIREMENT (BUILDABLE), 1425 ANDOVER BOULEVARD NW - CALLIE HEIL
Mr. Carlberg reviewed the request of Callie Heil to vary from the 39,000
square-foot requirement. The intent is to move an interior lot line to
preserve a wetland area and to provide a ponding area for the property
to the north when it develops. The property is zoned R-4, Single Family
Urban and is within the MUSA; but it is currently served with private
septic system and well. If the private systems fail, municipal services
can be made available; and hook up to the municipal system would be
required. There was a preliminary plat before the City over three years
ago on the property north of this lot; however, the land was never
developed. He felt the plat as proposed is about the only way that
parcel could be developed and that the best way to utilize the property
is to move the lot line as proposed to accommodate the plat. It is in
moving the lot line that the need for the variance on the 39,000 square-
foot requirement is created. Staff is recommending approval. The
Commission agreed.
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MOTION by Peek, Seconded by Jovanovich, that the Andover Planning and
Zoning Commission recommends to the City Council approval of the
variance request contained as exhibit in the Staff report (approving the
variance request of Callie Heil to Ordinance No. 10, Section 9.06A(2)
which requires 39,000 square feet of contiguous land area to be
buildable to allow for the movement of an interior lot line at 1425
Andover Boulevard NW). Motion carried unanimously. This will be on the
September 21, 1993, City Council Agenda.
OTHER BUSINESS
Mr. Carlberg explained Super America requested the City Council table
their Special Use Permit request at the August 17 meeting to allow them
time to meet with the neighborhood residents and to address their
concerns. The item will be heard by the Council on September 7. Mr.
Carlberg also updated the Commission on the status of several other
items that have been forwarded to the Council.
Mr. Carlberg reported the MUSA expansion request for 235 acres has been
forwarded to the Met Council. The county has entered into an agreement
with BRW to update the 2010 Plan and to study the Highway 10 corridor.
Andover is participating in that study and has allocated $9,000 for it.
Mr. Carlberg stated Staff is researching the Crooked Lake Tire issue of
home occupations as well as mailboxes and monuments in boulevards. Those
issues will be brought before the Commission for discussion and
recommendations in the near future.
There being no further business, Chairperson Dehn declared the meeting
) adjourned at 8:19 p.m.
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