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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJanuary 10, 1989 o o o o o '~ CITY of ANDOVER 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD NW. . ANDOVER. MINNESOTA 55304 . (612) 755-5100 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 10, 1989 The regularly scheduled Andover Planning and Zoning Commission meeting was called to order by Acting Chairman Becky Pease at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, January 10, 1989, in the Council Chambers of Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard N.W., Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners present included Bev Jovanovich, d'Arcy Bosell, Becky Pease, Bill Bernard, and Wayne Vistad. Also present was City Planner, Jay Blake. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The following corrections were made to the December 13, 1988 minutes: Ms. Bosell stated that on page four of the minutes, the fourth paragraph, in the motion, it should read 9.03G (not 99.03G). Also, on the bottom of the same page, in the eighth paragraph the motion refers to section 9.03, and it should be 9.03A. MOTION was made by Commissioner Bosell, seconded by Commissioner Jovanovich to approve the amended minutes of the December 13, 1988 meeting. All voted yes. Motion carried. ORDINANCE 10 GENERAL AMENDMENTS Jay Blake presented the subjects of Metes and Bounds Descriptions and Contiguous Buildable Land under Ordinance 10. Mr. Blake stated that there was some concern about the metes and bounds lot descriptions in areas that are currently zoned R-1 and in the future could be zoned R-4, with sewer and water connection. Mr. Blake suggested one solution, taken from the state statutes, would be to redefine what would be allowed by metes and bounds descriptions to industrial and commercial districts, 5 acres and 300 feet in width in industrial and commercial districts, and 20 acres and 600 feet in width in agricultural and residential districts. The concern with this concept would be that the City may be limiting the amount of development that could occur in a rural setting. o (j / " v Andover Planning and Zoning Commission January 10, 1989 Meeting Minutes Page T\"o Mr. Blake also stated that another alternative, suggested by Commissioner Bosell, to just require 330 feet in width in the five acres. This would leave a large enough parcel of land with the City's current zoning width requirement of 300 feet per lot in that area plus a 30-foot dedication for a future road. The other item of discussion was with a requirement for 39,000 square feet contiguous buildable area. Mr. Vistad was in favor with the 330 feet requirement and also with the 39,000 square feet of contiguous buildable area. Commissioner Bosell stated that the ordinance does not require a public hearing. /- "\ U MOTION was made by Commissioner Vistad, seconded by Commissioner Bosell, that the Andover Planning and Zoning Commission recommends to the City Council approval of the following changes to Ordinance 10: In Section 9.06 Lots, Subsection a(2) and a(3) add the word contiguous in both paragraphs, so the wording would read "39,000 square feet of contiguous land." Under Section 14, Restrictions on Filing and Recording, Subsection 14.01 (3) was a separate parcel of not less than two and one half (2 1/2) in area and one hundred fifty (150) feet in width on January 1, 1966 or is a single parcel of land not less than five (5) acres in area and having a width of not less than three hundred-thirty (330) feet in width. There was discussion by Ms. Bosell in Section 16.03, to add the language in the third to the last line, "consisting of less than five (5) acres in area and having a width of less than three hundred-thirty (330) feet in width." This motion is being recommended for future development to allow for proper roadway layout. Also there was discussion to add to this motion Section 9.03 (c) corner lots as presented. With the maker of the motion's approval and the second's approval, these items were all added as part of this motion. All voted yes. Motion carried unanimously, This item will go to the City Council on February 7th. NORTHWESTERN BELL (US WEST) - S.U.P. CJ Jay Blake presented this item indicating that a Special Use Permit was being requested by Northwestern Bell (U.S. West) for u u " ~ ~) Andover Planning and Zoning Commission January 10, 1989 Meeting Minutes Page Three the construction of public utility buildings at two locations within Andover. These buildings would be used to house network technology and cables. Mr. Blake also explained that Building #1 would be located on Lot 7, Block 3 of Red Oaks Manor, 5th Addition, and Northwestern Bell plans on purchasing this lot. Building #2 would be located at the junction of 139th Avenue NW and County Road 18 (Crosstown Boulevard), and Northwestern Bell would plan to obtain a long-term lease on the property. Mr. Blake further stated that the proposal would have no adverse effect on the general welfare of the community, that there would not be any detrimental effect on the traffic or parking conditions in that area, that the buildings would have no detrimental effect on property values or scenic views in the area, and the Andover Comprehensive Plan supports the extension of public utilities. The City Planning Staff recommended the approval of the Special Use Permit for the above reasons listed. Commissioner Pease opened the public hearing. ; ~ o Alma Fitzloff was present from US West to discuss this application for a special use permit. She stated that the building to be located at 139th Avenue and County Road 18 would be on a 25-year lease basis with Mr. Louis Rosburg. She also stated the building would be 18.6' x 32', with 575 square feet. The exterior of the building would be all brick, with a lot of designing and coining. Ms. Bosell asked what number of parking spaces was being required. Mr. Blake stated that this information has not been finalized as yet. Barbara Duerr asked when building of these structures would begin. She also had a concern about the placement of the building abutting her property. Ms. Fitzloff responded saying they would start building as soon as they could. Also, Mr. Blake responded saying that the building would be set on the property as if it were a house, and trees would be planted. The building would be set to the extreme other side of Ms. Duerr's property. Commissioner Pease closed the public hearing. ~ u u . '\ \.J Andover Planning and Zoning Commission January 10, 1989 Meeting Minutes Page Four ,- " . 'I \...~ MOTION was made by Commissioner Vistad, seconded by Commissioner Bernard, that the Andover Planning and Zoning Commission recommends to the City Council approval of the Special Use Permit by Northwestern Bell (US West) for the construction of two public utility buildings. Building #1 to be located on Lot 7, Block 3, Red Oaks Manor, 5th Addition. Building #2 to be located at the junction of 139th Avenue NW and County Road 18. Buildings to be constructed will be for the purpose of housing telephone technology and cables. A public hearing was held and there was no opposition. The proposed use will not be detrimental to the health, safety or general welfare of the community. It will not cause traffic congestion or hazards. It will not seriously depreciate surrounding property values. It is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the zoning ordinances and the Comprehensive Plan. The design of the buildings shall also conform with the standards of Ordinance 19, State Building Code, and Ordinance 78, Commercial Building Construction. No overnight parking shall be allowed on the property and sufficient exterior lighting to be provided. The landscaping plan shall be approved by the Andover Review Committee. The finalized lease on Building #2 is to be filed with the City and the County prior to final adoption of the Special Use Permit. No Northwestern Bell (US West) employees shall be permanently located at these buildings. There was discussion on the Motion. Ms. Bosell recommended referencing the Ordinance 8, Section 7.03 Special Uses - in all districts public utilities structures or uses except when connected in a public right of way. The maker of the motion approved this addition to the motion. All voted yes. Motion carried unanimously. This item will go to the City Council on January 17th. PINE BARK BEETLES ORDINANCE 29 Mr. Ray Sowada, was present to discuss this item. Mr. Sowada has seen about 12 different areas in Andover where this pine bark beetle is totally wiping out the trees. Commissioner Bernard felt that the best action that could be taken is to first educate the residents of the City, and after that is done, enforcement procedures could be taken. ~J o u :j Andover Planning and Zoning Commission January 10, 1989 Meeting Minutes Page Five Commissioner Bernard also stated that there are seminars that could be provided for people who have lost these trees, as to instruct people on what other trees could be planted in their place. Ms. Bosell suggested that a flyer could be prepared for the newsletter to be inserted just to attract the community's attention and begin addressing this problem. Commissioner Vistad suggested, if City funding permitted, to assist residents in removing these diseased trees to an approved dump site. Mr. Vistad felt that if the City of Andover could preserve as many of these trees as possible, it would be a great asset to the City. , , , ,~ Mr. Vistad also recommended, in revising the Ordinance 29 that it should be changed to add "all diseased trees" instead of just naming dutch elm, oak wilt or pine bark beetles, Ms. Bosell felt that the Ordinance should reflect the specific diseases currently found and didn't feel the City should legislate for future calamities. Ms. Bosell asked if this ordinance included a provision to enable Mr. Sowada to enforce it. Jay Blake stated that the ordinance states that if there is imminent danger to the property values and the health and welfare of the community, the Forester would have the authority to enforce the ordinance. MOTION was made by Commissioner Vistad, seconded by Commissioner Bernard that the Andover Planning and Zoning Commission recommends to the City Council approval of Ordinance 29 with the revised wording to include the prevention of the spread of pine bark beetles within the City of Andover, as written and presented. All voted yes. Motion carried unanimously. This item will go to the City Council on February 7, 1989. The Planning Commission recessed at 9:10 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 9:20 p.m. , ~ ~~ u u ~ Andover Planning and Zoning Commission January 10, 1989 Meeting Minutes Page Six ,.~ SIGN ORDINANCE SECTION 8.07 MANAGEMENT PRACTICES Jay Blake raised the question, does the City want to regulate signs within structures that are visible from the exterior? The commissioners stated no on this question, as this has not created any problems for the City at this point in time. Also, he asked the question about the fee and should it be changed. Mr. Blake stated that the user-fee concept reduces the overall property tax within the City. Mr. Pfieffer (sp?) stated that he had prepared a sign ordinance for the City of New Ulm and that he would get a copy of this to Jay Blake. Mr, Blake would then make copies for the rest of the Planning Commission by the next meeting. Mr. Blake also stated that some communities have considered public communities exempt from the permit fee. . , Ms. Bosell stated that the permit process was important, but that the permit fee could be waived, as it allows for proper communication between the person who applies for the permit and the City of Andover. , / Mr. Bernard felt that the fees should not charged for permits. Ms. Pease stated that by requiring a permit, this would establish a proactive situation. Otherwise, there may be more complaints for the City to handle. The commissioners were not in favor of changing the current fee. Jay Blake also stated that the paragraphs on the bottom of page two and the top of page 3 are alike and suggested deleting one of them. The commissioners agreed to have Jay delete one of the paragraphs, using the best appropriate verbage, including the wording fifty (50) feet. Also Mr. Blake asked, if on page three if the third paragraph which refers to a commercial building being adjacent to a freeway or expressway, could be deleted as it does not apply to the City of Andover. Andover does not have any freeways or expressways, and there are no immediate plans for them. '- ~ o (-) , \ V Andover Planning and Zoning Commission January 10, 1989 Meeting Minutes Page Seven Mr. Blake also posed the question to the commissioners, can the city require the removal of non-conforming signswithin two (2) years? Ms. Bosell stated she felt this time period should be decreased, to be in conformity with the other non-conforming use sections earlier in the zoning ordinance. Ms. Bosell also asked if on page 3, paragraph 4, the word parapet wall could be further defined. Jay Blake stated he would include the definition in that sentence. 1988 PLANNING DEPARTMENT GOALS Jay Blake enclosed his memorandum in the Planning Packet outlining the Planning Department Goals for 1989. / \ " _/ 1 ) He would like the City Council to authorize a permanent part-time position for Zoning Administrator under the direct authority of the City Planner and City Administrator. 2) He wants to streamline the current code enforcement procedures, in order to reduce the enforcement lag time. 3) He wants to establish an Economic Development Committee to assist in the promotion of business growth in Andover. 4) He wants to establish a permanent Economic Development Budget for 1990. 5) He wants to investigate state economic development programs that foster business expansion. 6) He wants to sell 75% of the lots in the Commercial Park by January 1, 1990. 7) He wants to purchase additional land within the TIF district for development in 1990. .f ....\ I. . ,,J { ) -~ ~) :J Andover Planning and Zoning Commission January 10, 1989 Meeting Minutes Page Eight Mr. Vistad stated that he would like to be able to look at the total City, establishing what portion of land is developable land, what is the amount of maximum amount of land to be used for residential purposes, to look at a Phase II for the other portion of the land and the impact that could have, and how much actual need for additional business there would be in proportion to the population. He felt that with the increase of population, the City may need to look at possible locations for another high school and felt that Hanson would become a major thoroughfare and to take a strong look at development along Hanson. Ms. Bosell stated that these ideas would also be in conjunction with updating the Comprehensive Plan. Jay Blake would add this item to his list of goals. Mr. Blake also commented that the Comprehensive Plan does address the issues brought up by Commissioner Vistad -- where are the schools going to be located, where are the major thoroughfares, etc. ADJOURNMENT I ' ~) MOTION was made by Commissioner Bernard, seconded by Commissioner Vistad, to adjourn the regular Planning Commission meeting at 10:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, (Plan.17) ( ().