Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutJanuary 27, 1987 ~) , .~ \...J ,-" \..~ . \ u CITY of ANDOVER u REGULAR PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING-AGENDA JANUARY 27, 1987 1. Call to order - 7:30 P.M. 2. Approval of Minutes 3 . Kensington Estates Sketch Plan 4 . 5. Adjournment () o .- -\ '-..-) CITY of ANDOVER REGULAR PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING - MINUTES JANUARY 27, 1987 The was 27, MN. Regularly Scheduled Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting called to order by Chairman Apel at 7:30 P.M., Tuesday, January 1987 at the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard N.W., Andover, Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Also Present: Bosell, Jovanovich, Jacobson, Rogers, Pirkl Vistad Todd Hass, Assistant Engineer; Jerry Windschitl; Jay Windschitl Approval of Minutes - January 13, 1987 MOTION by Jacobson, seconded by Rogers to approve the minutes of Jan- uary 13, 1987 as written. Motion carried on a 6 yes, 1 present (Bosell) vote. Kensblq.ton Estates Sketch Plan o Jerry Windschitl, Developer - stated that because of the proposals for sewer and water and petitions received from Shady Knoll and other areas he is platting his property as the sewer line will run in front of his property. The area where his tree farm is located will be the last area that he plats. Mr. Windschitl noted that his property has been cut up over the years so there are pieces that he does not own. He has had several discussions with the county regarding what they want and a letter has been received from them. At one time there was discussion about having joint driveways. Commissioner Jovanovich asked how the cul-de-sac labeled Partridge Street ties into the lots. Mr. Windschitl stated that street is not recommended. many years. he would hope that the extension of that Those people have lived on a cul-de-sac for Chairman Apel noted that Partridge exits onto Crosstown Boulevard and didn't think anything would be accomplished if it were constructed. Todd Haas, Assistant Engineer stated that public works would want it constructed to make it easier for snowplowing and maintenance purposes. Commissioner Rogers asked if that is a dedicated right-of-way. Mr. Windschitl noted that it is and that it should either be vacated or left as is. :_) Mr. Rogers asked if there would Lots 13, 14 and 15 of Block 5. that property is oak trees. be a berm along the small walkway along Mr. Windschitl stated that the bulk of ~) Regular Planning Commission Meeting January 27, 1987 - Minutes Page 2 (Kensington Estates, Cont.) ~~ / Commissioner Jacobson noted that he would like to see the strip of land by the triangular shaped park eliminated as it butts up to the landfill. He felt that maybe this area should be looked at more closely because of the landfill. He also noted that he would like to see the cul-de-sac on the east side of the plat have a 60 foot radius. The 20 foot walkway to the park is a good thing because the children will have a way of getting to the park. Mr. Jacobson questioned the area shown as Neighborhood Business as the Speedy Market property, along with several vacant lots, is just down the street. Also, the Conroy property is zoned Neighborhood Business. Mr. Windschitl's property proposed for Neighborhood Business will have to be rezoned. Mr. Windschitl stated that it is his understanding that he can apply for a Planned Unit Development and then he won't have to have the property rezoned. Commissioner Bosell stated that the property should be identified as "proposed Neighborhood Business". Mr. Jacobson noted that on this end of South Coon Creek Drive the width is shown as 60 feet and on the west end it's 66 feet. He felt that the road should be consistent. Mr. Windschitl stated that 60 feet meets the criteria for a state aid street. ! Todd Haas showed the Commission a drawing with all of the lots exiting onto city streets instead of onto Crosstown Boulevard. He stated that by doing it this way, he would lose three or four lots. Ms. Bosell felt that the lots on South Coon Creek Drive are going to be a problem. She suggested combing lots 22 and 23 to eliminate frontage on South Coon Creek Drive. She also felt that the 10 foot strip by the landfill should be eliminated. Mr. Haas felt that the 10 foot strip might be a good idea so that it can be used as a bike trail. Ms. Bosell noted that we need to look at whether we want a Neighborhood Business district in this area. It doesn't need to be a Tom Thumb store, but could be an office building or some other use. Chairman Apel noted that there are some configuration problems. We realize the developer wants to get as many lots as possible and we may have to compromise to make the plat as attractive and safe as we can. Ms. Bosell stated that the northern lots can be restricted to front on interior streets. \ \ ) Commissioner Pirkl noted that she likes the 10 foot strip that connects the parks. It makes good sense because of the number of people who like to bike and cross country ski. She also noted that the Neighbor- hood Business area is a good idea. That area of Crosstown Boulevard is a natural place for businesses. '- / Regular Planning Commission Meeting January 27, 1987 - Minutes Page 3 (Kensington Estates, Cont.) .I / Mr. Windschitl noted that one possibility for the NB area is a fresh meat market along with other types of service oriented businesses. Commissioner Jacobson felt that this parcel should be rezoned rather than a PUD because if it's a rezoning, people are notified and come in and express their views. With a PUD, you really don't have the people aware of it and in fact, it's a back door rezoning. He didn't know if this is the best site for NB zoning. Mr. Jacobson also would like to know how the county feels about building right up to the edge of the landfilL Mr. Windschitl stated that about a million dollars has been spent in testing the landfill and the surrounding properties and there have been no problems other than in the landfill and the county doesn't expect that there will be any problems in the future. Chairman Apel declared the meeting adjourned.~ Meeting adjourned at 8:30 P.M. Respectfully submitted, ., / U' {t&/ Vicki Volk COmmission Secretary