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CITY of ANDOVER
1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.w. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (612) 755-5100
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
AUGUST 23, 1988
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Variance (Lazarz), cont.
4. Variance (Correll)
5. Rademacher Special Use Permit Public Hearing
Outlot A Kensington Estates 3rd Addition
6. Rademacher Special Use Permit Public Hearing
Lot 1 Block 6 Hills of Bunker Lake 3rd Addition
7. Bill's Superette Special Use Permit
8. Family of Christ Amended Special Use Permit
9. Variance (Olmstead)
10. Tonson, Inc. Special Use Permit Revocation
11. Ordinance 8 Amendments, cont.
12. Variance (Anoka County Highway Department)
13. Adjournment
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CITY of ANDOVER
1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.w. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304. (612) 755-5100
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
AUGUST 23, 1988
The regularly scheduled Andover Planning and Zoning
Commission meeting was called to order by Chairman Marjorie Perry
at 7:27 p.m., Tuesday, August 23, 1988, in the Council Chambers
of Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard N.W., Andover,
Minnesota.
Commissioners present included Chairman Marjorie Perry,
Rebecca Pease, Wayne Vistad, d'Arcy Bosell, and Bill Bernard.
Also present was Assistant City Engineer, Todd Haas, and the City
Building Inspector.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was agreed by all the commissioners to move this agenda
item to the end of list of agenda items for this regular Planning
meeting.
VARIANCE (LAZARZ). CONT.
Todd Haas stated that the Planning Commission was requested
to review the variance request from Ordinance 8, Section 6.02
front yard setback as requested by Mr. Lazarz. Mr. Lazarz wanted
to build an attached garage on his home which was built in the
1950's before the ordinance went into effect.
Todd Haas stated that he and the City Building Official did
an on-site inspection of the property. Based on the inspection,
it was determined that the garage could be built so it would be
in compliance with the existing ordinance -- as the existing
grade is relatively level and it does not appear it would take
much effort to grade the site.
There was some discussion regarding Ordinance 8, Section
4.03 in regard to non-conforming use and structures. To attach a
garage onto a non-conforming structure would be in violation of
Section 4.03.
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Motion was made by Commissioner Bosell that the Andover
Planning and Zoning Commission recommends to the City Council
denial of the variance request of Mike Lazarz, of 3747-157th
Avenue NH, to add onto an existing lawful non-conforming use an
attached garage. It has been determined that with the attachment
of this garage to this existing lawfully non-conforming use it
would violate Ordinance 8, Section 4.15 setbacks along
thoroughfares and county roads. It would also not be in
conformance with Ordinance 8, Section 4.03 non-conforming uses
and structures wherein it specifically states that no structural
alteration shall be made and there shall be no intensification of
a non-conforming use. It should be further noted that the City
Building Official, the Assistant City Engineer inspected the
property and determined that a detached garage could be placed on
the property to meet the setback requirements and still protect
the integrity of the septic system that is in place. The
Chairman asked three times for a second and received none.
Therefore, the Motion died for lack of a second.
Commissioner Bosell reintroduced her motion.
not seconded by anyone.
Again, it was
Commissioner Bernard asked for more information from Mr.
Haas. Mr. Haas stated that he was requested to do an on-site
inspection because of a hardship might have been created because
of the topography of the land. After doing the inspection, he
and the building official only found that the land gently sloped
and could be graded easily.
Chairman Perry stated that the situation on this item Has
that the property owner was making a request that was in conflict
with the ordinances as they are written. She also stated that
the Planning Commission does not have the flexibility of making a
recommendation based on what the commissioners would like to see
happen. Ms. Perry suggested that the commissioners make a
recommendation based on the ordinance requirements and it Hould
be up to the City Council to find any extenuating circumstances,
the Council could then change the recommendation made by the
Planning Commission.
Commissioner Bosell reintroduced her motion, seconded by
Hayne Vistad.
Chairman Perry polled the commission.
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Wayne Vistad voted yes and stated he realized it was a non-
conforming structure but that it was putting undue hardship on
the owner because he didn't feel it would infringe anymore on the
road and in the setbacks than the existing structure.
Commissioner Pease voted yes because it's in accordance with
the ordinances, but her personal feeling was that the garage was
not the important structure,
Commissioner Bernard voted no. Commissioner Bosell voted
yes. Commissioner Perry voted yes, although she would like to
suggest a work session be scheduled because the ordinance
regarding non-conforming use appears to be more stringent than
necessary. Also the request seems to be a very logical one.
This item will go to the City Council September 6th.
VARIANCE (CORRELL)
Todd Haas explained the variance request by Mr. Correll to
build a 12' x 12' deck onto their existing home. The variance is
required as it would violate the side yard setback by 10 feet.
Chairman Perry asked if the proposed deck was to extend
beyond and into the setback area. Todd confirmed that it was and
explained that the deck could not be moved anywhere along the
north side because it would still encroach into the setback area.
Ken Correll, 13791 Crane Street, stated the home was a four-
level home and in the dining room, there were patio doors that
would walk out to a deck. He also explained that in the original
plans included a deck to be put on in this area. Their plan
showed that the house should have been moved over 10-12 feet to
allow for the deck. Apparently, the final plan submitted to the
City did not show this. They found out at the closing, that they
needed a variance to build a deck.
Mr. Vistad stated there was a similar situation on 142nd
wherein a property owner's home was built only 10 feet from the
lot line. In this situation, the owner went ahead and built a
deck anyway, although he was instructed to only build a patio,
and did have to take down his deck and put it on the ground as a
detached structure with steps down to it. Mr. Vistad thought
that the property owner could get use of his property by building
a patio and still be in compliance with the ordinance.
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Commissioner Bernard asked for the recommendation from the
Building Official. Mr. Almgren stated that if the Planning
Commission did choose to vary from the ordinance he did think
there would be enough room on the lot, and it doesn't appear this
would cause any traffic hazards from the site angles.
A motion was made by Commissioner Vistad that the Andover
Planning and Zoning Commission recommends to the City Council
denial of the variance request submitted by Ken Corell for the
property at 13791 Crane Street, Lot 3, Block 3, Hills of Bunker
Lake. The request to add a 12' by 12' deck to the north side of
the house would be in violation of the sideyard setback by 10
feet of Ordinance 8, Section 6.02. It is not necessary to grant
this variance because the owners could have reasonable use of the
land by putting a patio in the area.
Chairman Perry asked for someone to second the motion. The
motion died for lack of a second.
A motion was made by Commissioner Bosell, seconded by
Commissioner Bernard that the Andover Planning and Zoning
Commission recommends to the City Council approval of the
variance request submitted by the Corells for the property at
13791 Crane Street, Lot 3, Block 3, Hills of Bunker Lake pursuant
to Ordinance 8, Section 5.04, Subsection 4, in that a hardship
has been created by the builder, Norwood Homes, in that the plans
the property owners signed off at time of the closing, and the
plans that the builder submitted for review by the building
department were different and that it was not until the time of
closing that these plans in fact were not the same. Though the
variance does not deal with the reasonableness or lack thereof of
the use of that property, the design of the home was such that
the deck was to be an integral part of that and it is further
noted that the developer, Jerry Green, has gone on record saying
that the encroachment into the sideyard setback by 10 feet still
allows for 25 feet of setback area, would not violate the
integrity of the surrounding properties and would not violate any
of the development covenants in place with this property.
There was discussion on the Motion. Wayne Vistad questioned
the "hardship" statement in the motion and thought that the
motion was in violation of Section 5.04. Commissioner Bosell
stated that the property owners did not create the hardship, but
instead the hardship was created by the builder.
Commissioner Perry polled the Commission: Commissioner
Vistad voted no, Commissioners Pease, Bosell, Bernard, and Perry
all voted yes. Motion was carried.
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This item will go to the City Council on September 6, 1988.
RADEMACHER SPECIAL USE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING OUTLOT A KENSINGTON
ESTATES 3RD ADDITION
Todd Haas stated that a special use permit (required by
Ordinance Section 8, 7.03 and Section 4.26) was being requested
by William Rademacher for the installation of gas tanks, motor
fuel and propane tanks on the property known as Outlot A of
Kensington Estates 3rd Addition.
Commissioner Bosell stated that a special use permit was
required to Ordinance 8, Section 7.03 in which it states that
2,000 square feet of retail space must be acquired before a
service station could be installed. Also the site plan
identifies the proposed structure as a shopping center; it should
be renamed as a neighborhood business center.
Chairman Perry opened the public hearing.
Wayne Anderson, of Rademacher and Associates, stated that
there would be development of the neighborhood business center
next year.
Commissioner Vistad looked at the requirements of Ordinance
8, Section 8.08, Subsection E stating that there should be one
space per 150 feet of floor area. He saw on the Rademacher plans
that there would be 138 stalls, but 163 would be needed. Mr.
Anderson stated they would be in compliance with the City
ordinances on this item.
Mr. Anderson did not locate the propane sites because he was
going to work with the City and fire marshall in determining the
safest locations.
Ms. Bosell asked if the site was 4 acres 1n size. Mr.
Anderson indicated it was +/- 4 acres.
There was some discussion on the requirements of the site
plan as a commercial site plan application would include more
detail -- grading plans, legal description, landscape plans, etc.
There was discussion by the Commissioners that these would be
requirements prior to development of the site, but would not be
needed at this time.
Motion was made by Commissioner, seconded by Commissioner to
close the public hearing. All voted yes. Motion carried.
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Motion was made by Commissioner Bosell, seconded by
Commissioner Pease that the Andover Planning and Zoning
Commission recommends approval of the special use permit request
of William C. Rademacher from the property described as Outlot A,
of Block 8, Kensington Estates (Kensington Plaza) for the
installation of gas tanks, motor fuel and propane tanks.
Pursuant to Ordinance 8, Section 7.03 and 4.26, this request is
allowed in a neighborhood business district. In specific
reference to a service station, the requirement is that 2,000
square feet of retail space be constructed prior to the time that
the service pumps are installed and it is the intent of the
developer to meet that requirement. A public hearing was held
and there was no opposition to the request before the Planning
Commission. The site will be reviewed by the Andover Review
Committee at the time the development will begin as it pertains
to such items as parking requirements, setbacks, green space,
etc. In specific reference to the propane tanks, the maker of
the motion would like to incorporate the same language as was
applied to 14041 Round Lake Boulevard as it pertains to Bill's
Superette and the addition of a propane tank on that property.
Roll call: Commissioners Bernard, Pease, Perry, Bosell, and
Vistad all voted yes. Motion carried unanimously.
This item will go to the City Council on September 6, 1988.
RADEMACHER SPECIAL USE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING. LOT 1. BLOCK 6.
HILLS OF BUNKER LAKE. 3RD ADDITION
The site is 4.2 acres. This is also a request by Mr.
Rademacher for a special use permit for the installation of gas
tanks, motor fuel and propane tanks on the property known as Lot
1, Block 6 of Hills of Bunker Lake, 3rd Addition.
Chairman Perry opened the public hearing.
Mr. Wayne Anderson commented that construction on this
project would be next year.
Marion Heidelberger asked for the exact location of the
property.
A motion was made by Commissioner Vistad, seconded by
Commissioner Bosell to close the public hearing.
Commissioner Vistad requested that Mr. Anderson review the
allotted number of parking stalls and square foot requirements.
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Motion was made by Commissioner Bosell, seconded by
Commissioner Pease that the Andover Planning and Zoning
Commission recommends approval of the special use permit request
of William C. Rademacher from the property described as Lot 1,
Block 6 of Hills of Bunker Lake, 3rd Addition for the
installation of gas tanks, motor fuel and propane tanks.
Pursuant to Ordinance 8, Section 7.03 and 4.26, this request is
allowed in a neighborhood business district. In specific
reference to a service station, the requirement is that 2,000
square feet of retail space be constructed prior to the time that
the service pumps are installed and it is the intent of the
developer to meet that requirement. A public hearing was held
and there was no opposition to the request before the Planning
Commission. The site will be reviewed by the Andover Review
Committee at the time the development will begin as it pertains
to such items as parking requirements, setbacks, green space,
etc. In specific reference to the propane tanks, the maker of
the motion would like to incorporate the same language as was
applied to 14041 Round Lake Boulevard as it pertains to Bill's
Superette and the addition of a propane tank on that property.
Roll call:
unanimously.
All Commissioners voted yes.
Motion carried
This item will go to the City Council on September 6, 1988.
BILL'S SUPERETTE SPECIAL USE PERMIT
Todd Haas explained that a special use permit was requested
by Bill's Superette to allow the outdoor sales during operating
hours.
Commissioner Bosell requested that all the property for the
hot dog sale be contained within that property, and that no
parking be allowed on 140th or Round Lake Boulevard because that
intersection could be a traffic hazard. Also she suggested that
the hours of operation be included, with the dates for the sales
to be held too.
Chairman Perry opened the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Vistad, seconded by
Commissioner Pease to close the public hearing.
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Motion was made by Commissioner Vistad, seconded by Bosell
that the Andover Planning and Zoning Commission recommends to the
City Council approval of the special use permit requested by
Bill's Superette, at 14041 Round Lake Boulevard, Andover,
Minnesota, to allow for outdoor sales during operating hours as
required by Ordinance 8, Section 7.03. There was a public
hearing held and there was no opposition. The proposed use will
not be detrimental to the health, safety, or general welfare of
the community. As a condition, a special use permit is suggested
that the owner post no parking, if permitted by the County, on
County Road Round Lake Boulevard and 140th during the sale.
Also, the hours of the outdoor sale (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
should be noted. The dates of the sales would be approximately
mid-May and Mid-September, and would last for a three-day period,
contingent on weather conditions.
Roll Call: Commissioners Perry, Pease, Vistad, Bosell, and
Bernard all voted yes. Motion carried unanimously.
FAMILY OF CHRIST SPECIAL USE PERMIT
Todd Haas explained that the Family of Christ Lutheran
Church was requesting a special use permit to allow an additional
space for Sunday School.
Chairman Perry opened the public hearing.
Ted Larson, Chairman of the Building Committee, spoke about
the amount of growth at the church, especially in families with
children. The facilities of the church are very limited and they
wanted to put an addition (separate building) that would house
five classrooms. The size would be about 56 feet long.
Commissioner Bosell had a question in regard to the parking
because there is to be one space for each three seats or each
five feet of pew line. She thought that with the addition of
classroom space, they would probably need to increase the space
for parking also. Ms. Bosell had a concern that the Church is on
two County Roads and that the City did not want overflow parking
to occur on either of those County Roads. She recommended
reducing the size of the parking stalls from 10 x 20 to 10 x 18.
A motion was made by Commissioner Pease, seconded by
Commissioner Vistad to close the public hearing.
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A 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 amended
Special Use Permit requested by the Family of Christ Lutheran
Church in a residential district at 160,15 Nightingale Street NW
to conform to Ordinance 8, Section 7.03; it is recommended that
the parking spaces are to comply with Section 8.08 on the
existing and the proposed new addition. The proposed use will
not be detrimental to the health, safety or general welfare of
the community and it is in harmony with the general purpose and
intent of the zoning ordinances and the comprehensive plan. A
public hearing was held and there was no opposition. All the
commissioners voted yes. Motion carried unanimously.
This item will go to the City Council on September 6, 1988.
VARIANCE (OLMSTEAD)
This item is a variance request from Ordinance 10, Section
to allow an on-site septic system which does not meet the minimum
requirements of 39,000 square feet of land area which is to be
buildable. The building official recommends approval of the
request.
Jeff Johnson, spoke on behalf of Scott Olmstead. A question
was raised why an updated drawing was not submitted to include
the front, side and rear yard building setbacks. Also the
drawing should have included the existing structures within 100
feet of the property.
Dave Almgren stated that this lot is high buildable land but
doesn't meet the requirements of 39,000 square feet.
A motion was made by Commissioner Bernard, seconded by
Commissioner Vistad, that the Andover Planning and Zoning
Commission recommends to the City Council approval of the
variance request by Scott Olmstead, for the property at 159
Xenia Street NW, Andover, with the legal description Lot 23,
Block 3 for the following reasons:
The variance request from Ordinance 10, Section 9.06 a(3) to
allow an on-site septic system which does not meet the minimum
requirement of 39,000 square feet of the land area which is to be
buildable. The square footage of the entire lot is 37,108 square
feet. The Building Official has reviewed the variance request
but requires the following information before approval is given:
front, side and rear yard building setbacks and (2) the existing
structures within 100 feet of the property. It would be a
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necessary and reasonable use of the land and it would be in
conformance with the comprehensive plan. It will not adversely
affect the existing or potential use of adjacent land.
All voted yes. Motion carried unanimously.
RECESS
The Planning Commission recessed at 9:20 p.m. and reconvened
at 9:27 p.m.
TONSON, INC. SPECIAL USE PERMIT REVOCATION
Todd Haas stated that the Special Use Permit granted to
Schriptek, Inc. and continued to Tonson, Inc. (Waste Recycling,
Inc.), the following matters are not in compliance with either
the Solid Waste Ordinance for Anoka County or the Stipulation
Agreement with the Waste Management Board and, therefore,
constitutes a violation of the Special Use Permit.
(1) The County advised Tonson, Inc. in a letter dated
August 11, 1988, that it would not renew its license
because they do not have the necessary equipment for
the conduct of the operation.
(2) Said license precludes Tonson, Inc. from receiving any
new waste tires, and therefore, licensee has been put
on notice by the County that the receipt of any new
waste tires would be a violation of the Solid Waste
Ordinance.
(3) Pursuant to the Stipulation Agreement in place with
the Waste Management Board, new waste tires were to be
placed in the Receiving/Processing Area only. Tonson,
Inc. was observed on July 29, 1988, unloading new waste
tires into Area 2 with the actual unloading of
tires from a semi-trailer. They were also observed
unloading a dump truck into Area 2. It was further
noted that a dump truck was being refilled at the
Receiving/Processing Area and then proceeded to Area 2
to be dumped.
(4) Tonson, Inc. is responsible for the removal of any
oversized tires to an approved processing site if they
are unable to process tires at their site.
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Commissioner Bosell, in her capacity as Zoning
Administrator, is not voting on this matter. She stated that Ed
Walsh and Andy Ronchak of the Waste Management Board are present
to address any concerns.
Chairman Perry opened the public hearing.
Mrs. Heidelberger passed out a list of judgments that have
been filed against Mr. LaPanta to the Commissioners. She doesn't
understand how he can purchase new equipment if he owes $368,000
in judgments. She had recent pictures of new tires that were
being moved onto the site. She would like to see the special
permit license revoked and have someone else come in and start
removing some of the tires to get the area cleaned up.
Mr. Ed Walsh, of the Waste Management Board, is interested
getting all the dumps around the state cleaned up. It is his
responsibility tonight to go on a fact-finding mission to see
what the position the City is taking in regard to the site in
Andover, as well as the intentions of the County. In the event
the City or County acts to revoke or not to reissue license or
permits, which would result in the Tonson's inability to operate
on that site, the State would certainly be interested in working
with whomever has access or ownership or control of the tires on
that site. Once the State had knowledge of ownership of the
tires on that site, the State could enter into an agreement to
make sure the tires get processed and cleaned up as expeditiously
as possible. There are three other processing facilities in the
State -- one in Mora, one in Babbitt, and a private corporation
in Preston, Minnesota.
Richard Cordy, with the Babbitt processing facility stated
that his role here tonight is strictly as an observer. His
company has submitted a proposal to the State of Minnesota to
assist in cleaning up the stockpiles that exist within the State.
Mr. Cecil Heidelberger stated that Mr. LaPanta leases said
property from him. When Mr. LaPanta leased the property from Mr.
lIeidelberger, he was disallowed to take tires off of the
secondary part of the property. Now he's piling tires on the
secondary part which is against the lease. Mr. Heildelberger
wants to get the tires cleaned up--the PCA won't come in and
finish their studies until the tires are taken off; the City
wants to buy the property to add to their industrial park.
lie feels Mr. Panta is dragging his feet and not getting rid of
the tires. Mr. Heidelberger spoke with Mr. Cordy of the Babbitt
processing facility and they could get the tires removed in 6
months.
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Marion Heidelberger, lives right next to the area with the
tires. She wondered who would be paying for cleaning up the
tires. Chairman Perry said that the once the State determined
the ownership of the tires, it would not be known who would pay
for the tires.
Mr. LaPanta, President of Tonson Corporation, started in
April 1985 with the Stipulation Agreement. He had approximately
1.2 million tires on the site. There are approximately 200,000
tires left on the site.
A fire burned up some of the processing equipment. The
equipment is now in repair and some new equipment is being
ordered and should be received in September.
Tonson Corporation intends to do the job as cited in the
Stipulation Agreement. He is prepared to litigate this matter
with the City and/or County should his permit be revoked.
A motion was made by Commissioner Vistad, seconded by
Commissioner Pease to close the public hearing. All voted yes.
Motion carried.
A motion was made by Commissioner Vistad that the Andover
Planning and Zoning Commission recommends to the City Council
revocation of the Special Use Permit R85-83 granted to Schriptek,
Inc. and continued to Tonson, Inc. (Waste Recycling, Inc.), that
items #1, 3, 4 as listed in the agenda outline are not in
compliance with either the Solid Waste Ordinance for Anoka County
or the Stipulation Agreement with the Waste Management and,
therefore, constitute a violation of the Special Use Permit.
Chairman Perry asked for a second on the motion.
died for lack of a second.
The motion
Commissioner Vistad reentered his motion, but there was no
second to the motion.
Commissioner Pease asked if the license from Anoka County
has been denied. Commissioner Bosell stated that Anoka County
will not renew the license.
A new motion was reintroduced by Commissioner Vistad,
seconded by Commissioner Bernard that the Andover Planning and
Zoning Commission recommends to the City Council revocation of
the Special Use Permit R85-83 granted to Schriptek, Inc. and
continued to Tonson, Inc. (Waste Recycling, Inc.), that items #1
and 3 as listed in the agenda outline are not in compliance with
either the Solid Waste Ordinance for Anoka County or the
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Stipulation Agreement with the Waste Management and, therefore,
constitute a violation of the Special Use Permit.
Roll call: Commissioners Vistad, Bernard, Pease, Perry all
voted yes. Motion carried.
This item will go to the Council September 6, 1988.
ORDINANCE 8 AMENDMENTS, CONT.
Todd Haas requested that the Planning Commission table this
item until the next regularly scheduled meeting to allow him more
time to review this amendment.
A motion was made by Commissioner Vistad to table this item
until the next regular Planning Meeting. All voted yes. Motion
carried.
VARIANCE (ANOKA COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT)
Todd Haas stated that Anoka County has applied for a
variance request from Ordinance 8, Section 6.02 in an R-1 single
family residential district to allow a storage shed for salt to
exceed the maximum height of 35 feet.
The location is just east of Hanson Boulevard/Bunker Lake
Boulevard.
Paul Ruud of Anoka County was present and discussed the
intent of the building was to store the salt in the winter and
get the mixture of salt/sand inside during the summer. The
height of the building was determined to facilitate the dumping
of salt brought in by semi-trailers, that are hydraulic end-dump
trailers.
The building is shielded by the trees and is on the opposite
side of where new homes are going on Bunker Lake Road.
Commissioner Vistad asked if the transportation of the salt
could be handled with an auger system and have a lower building.
Mr. Ruud stated that is a possibility but one needs to look at
the extra costs of handling, the time and cost it takes and the
maintenance of the equipment that handles salt.
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Motion was made by Commissioner Pease, seconded by
Commissioner Bernard that the Andover Planning and Zoning
Commission recommends to the City Council to grant the variance
pursuant to Ordinance 8, Section 6.02 in an R-l single family
residential district to allow a structure to exceed the maximum
height of 35 feet. The proposed structure height of the salt
storage shed shall not exceed 48' 1/2" and will be located at
1440 Bunker Lake Boulevard. It's in accordance with the public
safety. It's a quasi-public building and, therefore, adequate
reason to grant the variance.
Roll Call: Ms. Bosell - Yes, Ms. Pease - Yes, Mr. Vistad -
No, Ms. Perry - Yes, Mr. Bernard - Yes. Motion carried.
This item will go to the City Council on September 6th.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made by Commissioner Bernard to adjourn the
Planning Commission meeting at 11:10 p.m. All voted yes. Motion
carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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