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Home My WebLink About01-08-02CITY of ANDOVER 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Agenda January 8 2002 Andover City Hall 7:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes —November 27, 2001. 3. Public Hearing: Residential Sketch Plan for a,townhouse project to be known as `Foxburgh Crossing' located at the northwest comer of Hanson Boulevard and Andover Boulevard= Boone Builders. Staff report by Courtney Bednarz, City Planner. 4. Public llearine: Special Use Permit (02 -01) fora water treatment facility in ,a rural residential zoning district located at 1813 Crosstown Boulevard NW - City of Andover. Star Report by Courtney Bednarz, City Planner. 5. Other Business 6. Adjournment CITY of ANDOVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING - NOVEMBER 27, 2001 The Regular Bi- Monthly Meeting of the Andover Plammng acid Zoning. nimission was called to order,by Chairperson Jay Squires onNovember 27, 2001, 7:06 p.m" At the Andover City Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota. Commissioners present: Chairperson Jay Squires, Commissioners Tim Kirchoff, Mark Hedin, Douglas Falk, Rex Greenwald, and Dean Daninger. Commissioners absent: Commissioner Larry Dalien. Also present: City Planner, Courtney Bednarz ' Planning Intern, Jason Angell Others APPROVAL OF MINUTES; November 13, 2001 ` Motion by Kirchoff,`seconded by Daninger, approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried on a 4 -ayes, 0 -nays, 2- present (Falk and Greenwald), 1- absent (Dalien) vote. PUBLIC HEARING: DISCUSSION OF ULTRALIGHT VEHICLES City Planner Courtney Bednarz explained that the FAA inspected the site and determined that the residential neighborhoods surrounding the sod field constitute a `congested area', which means that the flying of uhralights over them, at any height, is' a violation of FAA . regulations. He stated that to allow FAA enforcement to take place, there must be enough evidence to conduct a criminal investigation. The FAA doesn't require licensing of the vehicles or pilots. In discussions with Christine Fiero of the FAA, she indicated that the decision was made in the early 1980's when ultralights where becoming more popular: The debate over licensing has been discussed since that time without changes to this Policy. Staff contacted the American Planning Association for assistance in locating any ultralight regulations that exist across the country.. Very few specific regulations for ultralights were found. Among those communities and states that specifically regulate .w Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes — November 27, 2001 Page 2 ultralight aircraft, the most common tool is a special use permit or some type of permit issued by the local government or the FAA. Specific information is provided in the staff report regarding nationwide regulations. Mr. Bednarz stated that a range of options are provided in the staff report as a basis for discussion. Mike Louis, Section Chief from the Minnesota Department of Transportation — Division of Aeronautics, stated that the FAA does have full responsibility of the air space, air traffic control, etc. He went on to give a brief history of how ultralights gained interest over time as a recreational sport. He stated that the FAA does prohibit flying over congested areas, and requires at any point during a flight that the ultralight be able to land safely if the engine were to quit unexpectedly. He mentioned that the state doesn't regulate ultralight vehicles at any time. He went on to give reasons to support this statement. Mr. Louis stated that their office is actively involved in putting on safety seminars for ultralight pilots; furthermore- they've sponsored a number of flight expos over time. He stated that they feel ultralights serve as an important part in aviation. He stated that they haven't seen any accidents in recent years. He mentioned that other requirements for flying an ultralight are that the pilot can weigh no more than 250 pounds and have 5 gallons of gas. He also mentioned that there are no pilot certificates required; however the pilots are encouraged to go through a training program. He offered to work with the group of pilots to evaluate the site and determine flight patterns and other issues that could be addressed to be neighborhood friendly. Commissioner Kirchoff questioned if ultralights are regulated over congested areas where regular aircraft aren't. Mr. Louis explained what actually constitutes controlled air space and that anything flying into controlled air space must follow the rules of that air space. He reminded the Commission that ultralights aren't allowed to fly over congested areas. Commissioner Kirchoff questioned if these rules hold true for heavy aircraft. Mr. Louis stated that additional regulations are in place for heavy aircraft. Commissioner Greenwald questioned if it's correct to say with ultralights that there is no ceiling when flying over a congested area, but instead it's prohibited. Mr. Louis stated that that is correct. Mr. Louis reminded the Commission that just portions of the area have been determined by the FAA to be congested. Commissioner Greenwald asked Mr. Louis on what is typically said regarding the noise of ultralights. Mr. Louis stated that they would encourage a sound test to be conducted. Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes —November 27, 2001 Page 3 He mentioned that noise from ultralights is sometimes less than ambient noise of the surrounding area. He went on to discuss design modifications that can reduce noise. Commissioner Greenwald asked Mr. Louis if he has heard of any ultralight group that has been successful regulating themselves. Mr. Louis stated that many times the ultralight groups do self regulate themselves, furthermore he stated that he's aware of numerous situations when a group hasn't allowed a pilot to fly because of a concern. Commissioner Daninger questioned who is Samuel B. Weatherford. Mr. Louis stated that he doesn't know Mr. Weatherford. Mr. Bednarz stated that he is the investigator with the FAA that visited the site. Commissioner Daninger questioned if the FAA has ever enforced or fined anyone exercising illegal ultralight activity. Mr. Louis stated that he can't think of any specific instances, however is aware there have been pilots fined for illegal use. Commissioner Daninger questioned if he saw an ultralight flying over his house, what would be the appropriate actions to prove it happened. Mr. Louis suggested. - Commissioner Daninger take pictures. • Commissioner Greenwald questioned if he could fly an ultralight without any questions being asked. Mr. Louis stated that if an instructor accompanied him, Commissioner Greenwald could fly in an ultralight. Commissioner Greenwald stated that he sympathizes with the residents, since it's difficult to monitor the ultralight activity. Commissioner Kirchoff questioned if a pilot were breaking the law would it be more effective for the resident to call the sheriff or the organization Mr. Louis represents. Mr. Louis stated that if he were involved in setting up the rules, then it would be fine if a resident contacted him. Commissioner Greenwald mentioned that if a situation arises where a pilot is flying over the congested area the resident is bound to end up calling the City before anyone else. Chair Squires questioned how the City would require that the site prepare an operational plan with the assistance of Mr. Louis's office, if there was some consideration to adopt regulations. Mr. Louis suggested working with the office of aeronautics to create an operational plan. Chair Squires questioned if a pilot goes through a program, if they are then certified and trained. Mr. Louis explained that if someone goes through the program and becomes a 41 registered pilot, they would then receive a number, which tells other pilots and the airport Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes —November 27, 2001 Page 4 . that the pilot has gone through the training program. He mentioned that the program does review everything that's necessary to fly safely. Chair Squires questioned if the City were to require appropriate training, would it be the correct language to state that they be registered pilots. Mr. Louis stated that that would be one possibility. Mr. Louis mentioned that there are probably more accidents with certified pilots than with those who aren't certified due to different flying styles. Commissioner Greenwald stated that he's concerned since it was stated at the last meeting by a pilot that they could take off in Ham Lake and fly over neighborhoods in Andover. He questioned if people who fly ultralights are aware of the rules. Mr. Louis stated that pilots are responsible for learning and observing all flight standards. Commissioner Kirchoff questioned where most of the ultralights take off. Mr. Louis stated that there are a number of private fields in the metro area, however the activity takes place at some public airports, as well. Commissioner Greenwald questioned if a pilot were to land in a neighborhood safely, then would they have broken the law. Mr. Louis stated that technically they would have broken the law. He mentioned that if the pilot were to land safely and it was because of an emergency situation, it may be acceptable as long as there was no damage and if there • was the pilot would pay for the damages. Commissioner Hedin questioned if people fly during the winter months or if the flying shuts down. Mr. Louis stated that there is less activity during the winter, however some do fly. The public hearing was continued from the last ultralight discussion. Bruce Vandenboom, 430 146th Lane, questioned how it was determined that the area is congested and by whom. Chair Squires explained that it was the FAA that determined the area should be considered congested. Mr. Vandenboom stated that the residents who were opposed were mostly from the east of the property and come from lots 2.5 acres in size and wooded, and those that didn't care were from the more open areas. Commissioner Kirchoff stated that just portions of the area were determined congested by the FAA. Mr. Vandenboom stated that the FAA also says that if the ultralight can land safely there is no issue. He mentioned that just because they are flying over the congested area doesn't mean they'll land on a house. • Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes — November 27, 2001 Page S • Mr. Vandenboom stated that th e area to the east that's been determined congested is really no larger than 4 blocks by 4 blocks; therefore there are plenty of other areas where the ultralights could fly. Gary Garbe, 14856 Evergreen St. NW, stated that he lives just to the east of the field. He stated that if just one potential homebuyer were to have second thoughts that would be enough to have a negative impact on the value of a home. Jim Linehan, 665 148th Lane NW, stated that he can think of a lot more things that could take place on the property and would be worse than ultralight flying. He mentioned that it would be much worse if the site were a junkyard or sold to a developer for apartments. He also mentioned that he watched an ultralight fly one time and it seemed to be one of the safest things to fly. Adam Winiarczyk, 14942 Evergreen St. NW, presented the Commission with a handout consisting a list of facts based on his own personal opinion dated 11- 27 -01. He went on to review each fact, with a total of 13 being stated. He stated that the residents are requesting the City to pass an ordinance that prohibits these illegal activities in their neighborhood through a Special Use Permit. He stated that the permit may conditionally allow airstrips if they are located far enough from residential areas, are situated on land • areas large enough for such operations (minimum of 100 acres) with a minimum 1000 foot distance from nearest residence, and meet additional requirements as outlined to the P & Z Commission during the 10/23/01 meeting. He mentioned that the City of Andover isn't the rural area it was 10 years ago and as the City develops it needs some public safety and nuisance regulations to protect communities from unscrupulous individuals and/or special interests like this club. Chair Squires questioned if the map included in his handout that outlines the congested areas is his interpretation or if it's the FAA's determination. Mr. Winiarczyk stated that it was based on his interpretation. Chair Squires questioned if a pilot is not in compliance is it possible to prosecute. He questioned if the FAA would be the one to prosecute. Mr. Winiarczyk stated that that is correct. Chair Squires questioned Mr. Winiarczyk if he would like to make part of the record his e -mail written on November 6, 2001 to Courtney Bednarz. Mr. Winiarczyk stated that he would like his e-mail included in the minutes as part of the record (attached). Commissioner Daninger questioned Mr. Winiarczyk on what is a special residential quiet muffler. Mr. Winiarczyk explained that it's similar to a muffler used near residential areas on a generator. • Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes — November 27, 2001 Page 6 • Commissioner Daninger questioned if he is aware of the decibel level the generators are at with the muffler. Mr. Winiarczyk stated that he isn't aware of the decibel level. Commissioner Greenwald stated that he drove by Mr. Winiarczyk's home. He questioned him if it is determined by the FAA that the ultralights can fly over the 35 acres, will it be something he can live with. Mr. Winiarczyk stated that as long as they don't fly over his house and/or deck and are within the legal areas then it would be fine. Commissioner Greenwald stated that the City can't regulate what the flyers do in the air. Commissioner Kirchoff questioned if the flying has continued. Mr. Winiarczyk stated that when the FAA started investigating the area the flying stopped. Christine Winiarczyk stated that Mr. Louis expressed his opinions and professional thoughts in a biased manner. She stated that Mr. Louis referred to the flyers as a club; therefore it's likely he has had contact with them. She stated that the flyers have denied that they are a club. She stated that Mr. Louis mentioned that the flyers need a trainer on site, however the flyers have denied that the site is being used for flight training.—She mentioned that the flyers have flown after dark and only 25 to 50 feet over the homes. Mr. Linehan stated that during the summer they don't continually fly over one's house. • He stated that it wouldn't be possible for the ultralights to fly at dark since they don't have lights and wouldn't be able to see the power lines. He stated that the noise level is the same as a snowmobile. He mentioned that it frustrates him that one can't have fun because of all the rules and regulations. Mr. Vandenboom congratulated the Commission on what they've done so far. He stated that he'd like to think it's unusual to have so many residents come to a public hearing and not complain. Wayne Margotto, 134 146th Lane NW, stated that he did complain initially because of the noise. He stated that he also believes that people should be able to do their hobbies as they please. He suggested actions be taken to reduce the sound and work with everyone so that a compromise is met. Commissioner Kirchoff questioned Mr. Margotto if the ultralights ever flew over his house. Mr. Margotto stated that they did fly over his house at times and were approximately 400 feet high. Mr. Margotto stated that when they fly overhead they really are noisy, however this hasn't happened for some time. Commissioner Greenwald questioned Mr. Margotto on the size of his property. Mr. . Margotto stated that he has a lot 2.5 acres in size. Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes —November 27, 2001 Page 7 • Motion by Kirchoff, seconded by Hedin, to close the public hearing at 8:45 p.m. Motion carried on a 6 -ayes, 0 -nays, 1- absent (Dalien) vote. Commissioner Kirchoff suggested the Commission recommend 91 of the recommendations listed in the staff report as a course of action to take from this point on. He stated that the recommendation is that the FAA governs the aviation and has measures in place that should be enforced. These regulations provide adequate protection for residential neighborhoods. He mentioned that this would leave the City out of the loop. Commissioner Daninger questioned who evaluated the site from the FAA. Mr. Bednarz stated that Samuel B. Weatherford was the representative from the FAA that came out to the site. Commissioner Daninger questioned who Christine Fiero is with the FAA. Mr. Bednarz stated that she is a supervisor with the FAA. Commissioner Daninger questioned if the flyers were notified of the public hearing. Mr. Bednarz stated that the property owner was notified. Commissioner Daninger questioned if people were notified that show support for • ultralight flying as a sport. Mr. Bednarz stated that they were notified. Commissioner Greenwald stated that he's confused as to what the FAA has determined to be congested. He mentioned that it appears that one area on the map is at least 20 acres in size, however it's labeled congested. Mr. Bednarz agreed that the area in question is at least 10 acres. He stated that his discussions with the FAA focused primarily on the neighborhood to the east of the site. He suggested requesting more clarification from the FAA. Mr. Bednarz suggested staff contact the FAA and find out exactly what areas are considered congested. Commissioner Greenwald stated that he would like more clarification on what areas are congested. Chair Squires stated that what the FAA determines to be congested and what isn't congested isn't up to the City. He stated that if the FAA determines an area is congested they enforce it. Commissioner Daninger questioned if it wouldn't be the responsibility of the flyer to know what areas are congested and what areas aren't. • Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes —November 27, 2001 Page 8 • Commissioner Greenwald questioned how all flyers would know what areas are congested. Commissioner Kirchoff questioned Mr. Louis if he would be able to work with the FAA to determine what areas are congested. Chair Squires stated that the Commission has encouraged property owners to sit down and reach a compromise with the flyers. He stated that many times it isn't possible to get one's way completely. He stated that there needs to be a potential common ground determined with the assistance of the state. He suggested the FAA be contacted to receive clarification on what areas are congested and what areas aren't. He stated that he's disappointed in some of the comments that have been made by some residents and the presumptions that have been made towards Mr. Louis. He stated that this isn't the way it works when people sit down and work together and are able to voice their opinions and beliefs. He mentioned that a plan needs to be created that will address everyone's concerns in the best way possible, and if there are neighbors who have complaints and they aren't willing to participate then that's their decision. He suggested Mr. Louis assist in creating the operational plan that -would include input from everyone. Commissioner Kirchoff agreed with Chair Squires' statement. Commissioner Daninger stated that he also agrees with Chair Squires. He mentioned that • there is also a sound ordinance in place; therefore a sound test would also be helpful in coming to a resolution. He questioned if the flyers have moved to another area since there wasn't anyone present. Commissioner Hedin stated that it doesn't matter if the flyers are classified as a club or not. He also agreed with Chair Squires. He stated that it really doesn't matter what the City determines is congested, but instead it's up to the FAA. He stated that adding more rules and regulations won't help, but instead suggested the flyers work with Mr. Louis and the residents to create a plan. He mentioned that there already is a noise ordinance in place that will address the noise concerns. Commissioner Falk questioned if the number of ultralights flying in an area at one time would increase the noise level. Chair Squires stated that the sound test that will be conducted will consist of variations of flying along with weather considerations. Chair Squires stated that if flyers are flying over areas that the FAA determines to be congested something should definitely be done about it, however the City isn't the one who would handle it but instead the FAA. Commissioner Greenwald agreed that recommendation 41 in the staff report is probably the best solution. He stated that he isn't bothered by the fact that the flyers aren't present. • Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes —November 27, 2001 • Page 9 Commissioner Greenwald stated that Commissioner Falk has a good point that the number of ultralights flying will make a difference in the amount of noise generated. He mentioned that he would hate to say that the site isn't suited for ultralight flying. Commissioner Kirchoff agreed to allow the flyers to self regulate themselves, and that a compromise needs to be met by the flyers and the residents. Chair Squires stated that it will be important that those who are flying are aware of what areas are congested and what areas aren't under the FAA regulations. Commissioner Daninger questioned if the Commission is agreeing to no additional ordinances, but instead letting the parties involved get together and work out the issues. Commissioner Hedin questioned if the current laws are being enforced in regards to the noise or does the Council feel the City needs more regulations. He mentioned that he feels there isn't a need for any more regulations. Motion by Hedin, seconded by Greenwald, to recommend to the City Council that there be no additional rules and/or regulations drawn up, but instead that the pilots are educated on the rules and actively obey them in addition to working with Mike Louis, the state, and • the residents in creating an operational plan and if the issues aren't addressed in a timely manner the Planning Commission will hear the concerns and readdress the problems at that time. Further Discussion Commissioner Kirchoff mentioned that it would also be nice to find out what the FAA considers congested and what isn't congested. Commissioner Greenwald questioned how a citizen that doesn't fly would prove that an ultralight is too loud if a sound test isn't conducted, furthermore if the sound test is conducted some residents will believe that it's biased. Chair Squires suggested a resident make a complaint to staff if they feel an ultralight is too loud. Staff will then take enforcement actions if necessary. Mr. Bednarz stated that staff will do a sound test, however if the City were to hire a consultant to conduct the test it would cost the City $1,000. He suggested staff contact the flyers and conduct the test without the assistance of a consultant. Chair Squires mentioned that the current noise ordinance will help staff to determine who is violating the City ordinance. Commissioner Greenwald stated that he just wanted to • make it clear that the City would be doing the sound test and the readings. Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes —November 27, 2001 Page 10 Motion carried on a 6 -ayes, 0 -nays, 1- absent (Dalien) vote. Mr. Bednarz stated that this item would be potentially before the City Council at the December 18th Council meeting. He stated that the residents will be notified in advance. OTHER BUSINESS Mr. Bednarz mentioned that the terms are up for Commissioners Daninger, Dalien, and Falk, therefore a one -page letter will need to be submitted in order to re -apply for the Commission. He stated that the City Council will be conducting interviews in January. Mr. Bednarz mentioned that the December Planning Commission meetings might be canceled if no requests are submitted in time. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Hedin, seconded by Greenwald, to adjourn the meeting at 9:24 p.m. Motion carried on a 6 -ayes, 0 -nays, 1- absent (Dalien) vote. Respectfully Submitted, Sara Beck, Recording Secretary Timesaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. • • • W, • nA CITY OF 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. ?ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 ? (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755-8923? WWW.CLANDOVERMN.US TO: Planning and Zoning Commissioners CC: FROM: Courtney Bednalz, City Planneq y r SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARING: Foxburgh Crossing Residential Sketch Plan for townhouse project proposed to be located at the northwest corner of Hanson Boulevard and Andover Boulevard. DATE: January 8,-2002 INTRODUCTION • The Planning and Zoning Commission is asked to review a residential sketch plan for a detached townhouse project. The project area is approximately 6.25 acres and includes four existing properties between Hanson Boulevard and Ibis St NW. Review Criteria Ordinance 10, Section 6 outlines the requirements for sketch plan review. The Planning Commission is asked to informally advise the subdivider of the extent to which the plan conforms to the Comprehensive Plan, design standards of city, county, state and federal agencies and possible modification necessary to secure approval of the plan. Submission of a sketch plan does not constitute formal filing of a plat. DISCUSSION Conformance with Local and Regional Plans and Ordinances The proposed site is designated Urban Residential Low Density in the Comprehensive Plan which carries a maximum density of four units per acre. The proposed project would have a density of between five and six units per acre. The Comprehensive Plan would need to be amended to change the land use designation from Urban Residential Low Density (URL) to Urban Residential Medium Density (URM) to allow the amount of density proposed with the project. ANDOVER • The property is currently zoned Single Family Suburban Residential (R -3) which carries a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet. The property will need to be rezoned. The most appropriate zoning district for the proposed project is Multiple Dwelling — Low Density (M -1). Although the units are not attached this district most closely reflects the density of the proposed project. This zoning district, however, was crafted to address twinhouses. The minimum lot width is 150 feet, which is intended to provide one lot for both units. The setbacks also are crafted to address twinhouses with a front yard setback of 30 feet and a side yard setback of 20 feet. For these reasons, Planned Unit Development Review would be necessary to adjust the development standards to the product that is proposed. The property is located inside the Metropolitan Urban Service Area (MUSA). Utilities will need to be established to serve proposed the development. Transition from suburban residential to urban residential The R -3 zoning district was established primarily for existing rural properties that fell between • the urban and rural minimum lot size. This district carries a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet. Individual Sewage treatment systems (ists) are only permitted on every other lot or one per 40,000 square feet. The intent was for the second lot, or additional acreage, to be used for the location of the ists. It was anticipated that the remaining lots would be built upon at the time that municipal utilities became available. The subject property followed this development pattern and two homes were constructed among the four lots. Since that time the area has been included within the Metropolitan Urban Service District (MUSA) and municipal utilities have been constructed along Hanson Boulevard, Andover Boulevard and This St NW. The four properties remain unchanged and continue to utilize private wells and septic systems. The fact that the subject property lies within the MUSA, that the property cannot be fully utilized without connection to municipal utilities and that the R -3 zoning district was created for rural properties indicate that times and conditions have changed such to wan rezoning of the property to an urban residential district to appropriately reflect the highest and best use of the property. Access The proposed project would be provided access from Ibis Street NW. Four existing accesses to . Andover Boulevard would be eliminated. A public street would be brought into the project and end in a cul -de -sac. A private street would provide access to lots fronting on Andover Boulevard. The design is similar to an alleyway, as the intent is to maximize the visual appeal of the front of the units by locating the garage to the rear of the unit. This design allows the perimeter of the project to be free of garages, driveways and roads to preserve this area for the architecture of the structures to be appreciated. The area also remains open to provide adequate distance for landscaping between the units and surrounding properties. The Andover Review Committee has several concerns with the proposed alleyway. The concerns can be summarized as follows: 1. Ordinance 10 specifically prohibits private streets. The City Council can choose to uphold this ordinance in which case further discussion of private streets becomes a moot point. Alternatively, the Council could consider an amendment to this ordinance and perhaps some specific criteria for private streets to follow. 2. The narrow width of the alleyway (proposed at 20 feet) is below the city standard for local streets (33 feet) and will provide sufficient width for emergency vehicles to pass if vehicles are parked on the street. The width can also affect snow removal and general street maintenance. For example, public streets follow a consistent maintenance schedule that is designed specifically with public safety and emergencyaccess in mind. Private streets have an independent maintenance schedule. • 3. The private nature of the alleyway would require property owners within the development to be responsible for the long term maintenance and repair of the alleyway. If the association is not managed properly, reserve funds may not be sufficient to pay for repairs in which case a large assessment to property owners or city acquisition are the two likely remedies. The city has limited involvement with homeowners associations and it is not unlikely that at some point an association or many associations could ask the city to assume maintenance of private streets. 4. Public utilities will serve this development. These utilities are typically run within the right -of -way of public streets. With a private street, there is typically no right -of -way which means that easements in favor of the City to allow access to the utilities would be necessary. Effects of street design on the development The proposed project utilizes the alleyway to provide access to units that would face Andover Boulevard as well as the interior of the site. The intent is to maximize the visual appeal of the front of units by locating the garages to the rear and facing the alleyway. This approach eliminates the need for perimeter streets and frees up the perimeter of the project for well landscaped open space that provides an attractive edge to the development. Streets should be designed according to their use. Due to the limited amount of traffic that would utilize the alleyway, the design calls for less intensive street construction (i.e. reduced width). 0 Double frontage lots Double frontage lots are prohibited unless one of the frontages faces an arterial street. Hanson Boulevard is the only arterial street adjacent to the proposed project. This means that the double frontage lots proposed along Andover Boulevard as well as in the interior of the development conflict with this provision of Ordinance 10. It is not possible to eliminate access to Andover Boulevard without creating the need for double frontage lots. It may be possible to reconfigure the interior of the development to eliminate double frontage lots in the interior of the development. This approach, however, would depart from the intent of the proposed design which is generally to maximize the visual appeal of the perimeter of the development and specifically to enhance the front of the townhouse units. Surrounding properties Surrounding properties have been developed with single family houses. The Nature's-Run townhouse development is beginning to get underway on the south side of Andover Boulevard. A Single Family Urban Residential (R-4) zoning district exists on the north side of Andover • Boulevard. A Single Family Suburban District (R -3) also exists on the south side of Andover Boulevard. The construction of 145 Lane for this project would cause the existing lot immediately north of the project area on the east side of Ibis Street to become a comer lot. The street as shown would allow the existing house to be setback ten feet from the right -of -way. Comer lots must have a side yard setback of at least 25 feet. Proposed Outlot The north edge of the project area is intended to be platted as an outlot to reserve this area for future residential development. Sketches of this area have included examples of both detached and attached housing. Wetland Mitigation The plan indicates that a sedimentation pond will be created between the development and Hanson Boulevard to accommodate surface water runoff. • Other Ordinances The developer is also required to meet the following City Ordinances and all other applicable ordinances: Ordinance No. 8, the Zoning Ordinance Ordinance No. 10, the Platting and Subdivision Ordinance Ordinance No. 107, Shoreland Management Ordinance Ordinance No. 108, Flood Plain Management Ordinance Ordinance No. 114, Wetland Buffer Ordinance Ordinance No. 214, Diseased Shade Tree Ord. & Tree Preservation Policy Coordination with other Agencies The developer and/or owner is responsible to obtain all necessary permits (Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, U.S. Army Corp of Engineers, Coon Creek Watershed District, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, LGU and any other agency that may have an interest in the site). Initial contact shall be made with the City Engineering Department regarding this item. _— Park and Recreation Commission Comments • The Park and Recreation Commission will review this item at an upcoming meeting. Staff Recommendation The Planning and Zoning Commission is asked to informally advise the applicant on adjustments to the proposed project to conform with local ordinances and review criteria. The Commission is asked to specifically discuss the following items: 1. Does the Planning and Zoning Commission feel that the site is appropriate for this type of development and that the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning designation should be changed to accommodate it? 2. Is the use of a private street or alleyway, in conjunction with a public street, an acceptable means to provide access within the project considering the city's current ordinances, and the developer's design goals for the proposed project? ACTION REQUIRED . Discuss the potential for the proposed development. 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N 14558 14566 14 CO 14610 14 W I �1n 14669 146" u e41 W N6N .- m N6D0 14M 14520 n 0 N C LU Q N N 14621 M m m m m W ° m v 14520 r m 1426 y lino N m M m 1748 1718 1650 14437 14M `Q 142 15 > N2D4 J CO 157 Z 0 157 Z 1585 � 1571 0 Project Location Map p n m e N W�E e City of Andover Planning Department 11 1: / • • 635 a me mor, no a witicy-I 1 1' ' No a . .� _ sllr. ita�r I j 1 jl I �\ I II SSA I - - -- - -- - - - - -- -------- -- - - I I H SON BOULEVARD NORTHWEST (CSAH 79) i II ---------------- I I COUNTY ROAD NO. 71 ssl�ss�lg I � q ti mmu�nc � E k a 4 9 t i F ` • FOXBURGH CROSSING' / A....f.l.. a.^•n ^°r'^° °" m ate•,. x °"� o ®wrnox .+•x�r•�+•..•.�,�. n..r .w+ew..uim.•m.i...u• ANDOVER, MINNESOTA ma hhww�I•. siM. ay u�mwnv..e. w+oumerw a...a •r ?, FOR: wWNOW.1u •s•. umere. iew.e.sm..nvr xxw ®ec \ GRAND TETON DEVELOPMENT, LLC � .-m.m•1° � 1Of SKETCH PLAN.a'+r..aA.�a..r�°iwi:w s ��o.m x.w.a.v xa mex�om AAKER STACY L & SUSAN G 146TH AVE NW OVER, MN 55304 273224140039 AASE GREGORY C & ANITA Z 14588 IBIS ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224140074 ARKELIN KEVIN R & JANET L BOWER DAVID R 14589 IBIS ST NW 1736 ANDOVER BLVD NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224140018 273224410005 BUTORAC CARRIE J 14567 JAY ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224140071 COOPER MICHAEL R & CAROLJ 1fj,Q0 146TH AVE NW OVER, MN 55304 CHASKA BRADLEY A & MICHELLE A 1709 146TH AVE NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 CURRENT RESIDENT 1703 ANDOVER BLVD NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224140003 CRUCE MICHAEL G & KAREN L 14532 JAY ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 DRYDEN RANDY & DEBBIE 6700 VIKING BLVD ANOKA, MN 55303 263224230059 FRISBY ROBERT L & JENNIFER M 14555 JAY ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 1 ANDORFF JOHN W & MARY J 1673 146TH AVE NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 HERDA BRIAN A & PAMELA J 14564 IBIS ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 2*SKE 3224140077 FIRMIN M & MARY ANN 1685 146TH AVE NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 ENZMANN THOMAS & BALASKI C 1718 ANDOVER BLVD NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 GRUNZ WILLIAM R JR & KELLY R 14601 GROUSE ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 HEAD RUSSELL P & BEVERLEY A 14579 JAY ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 HUBERTY THOMAS A 14611 GROUSE ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224140012 JOHNSTON JEFFREY A & JAYNE E 14540 IBIS ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 BRENDEN PAUL 1654 146TH AVE NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224140014 CHIABOTTI MICHAEL J & J S 1559 144TH AVE NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 263224320075 CLEVELAND THOMAS C & DIANE 1721146TH AVE NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 DAMMANN RANDALL J & LAURAJ 14620 GROUSE ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 FISCHER BRIAN M 1571 144TH AVE NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 263224320076 GUGISBERG MARK R & S L 14608 DRAKE ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 263224230062 HERDA BRIAN A & PAMELA J 14564 IBIS ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224140078 HUPP WILLIAM G & K M 1650 ANDOVER BLVD NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224410002 JOHNSTON JEFFREY A & JAYNE E 14540 IBIS ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 JONES JIMMY G & TAMMY JO JONES JOHN J & DEBRA J �1 146TH AVE NW 14531 JAY ST NW OVER, MN 55304 ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224140042 273224140068 LARSON MATTHEW J 14621 GROUSE ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224140011 MATTSON THOMAS P & CINDY A 14520 JAY ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 PALO JUANITA M 1680 ANDOVER BLVD NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224410007 PETTMAN MICHAEL R & MARCI L 14552 IBIS ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 SEVERSON DOUGLAS L & DIANA F j 76 IBIS ST NW OVER, MN 55304 STERN DARELL O 7710 MAIN ST NE FRIDLEY, MN 55432 273224140005 WHEELER CALVIN R & CINDY R 14528 IBIS ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 PERALA TIMOTHY K 14565 IBIS ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224140020 SCHMELING JAMES D & SHERYLE G 14516 IBIS ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 SPIELMANN DARCY J & CANDACE F 1678 146TH AVE NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 STERN DARELL O 7710 MAIN STREET NE FRIDLEY, MN 55432 273224140002 WILLIAMS KEVIN R & HILL DINAL 14577 IBIS ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 KALLESTAD J S & HOLMES K M 1748 ANDOVER BLVD NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 OLSON DONALD R & LINDA L 14591 JAY ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224140073 PETERSON JOHN M 14553 IBIS ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224140021 SCHWEISS CARMEN R 14543 JAY ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 273224140069 STAY DANIEL R & PATRICIA A 1668 146TH AVE NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 STREICH ROGER & DARLENE 1583 144TH AVE NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 263224320077 WOODWORTH DEE J & ANITA 14606 DRAKE ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 263224230019 r- I • CITY OF ANDOVER 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. ? ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304? (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 ? WWW.CLANDOVER.MN.US TO: Planning and Zoning Commissioners CC: FROM: Courtney Bednarz, City Planne SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARING: Special Use Permit (02 -01) for a water treatment facility to be located at 1813 Crosstown Boulevard NW for the City of Andover DATE: January 8, 2002 INTRODUCTION The Planning and Zoning Commission is asked to recommend approval of a special use permit to allow a water treatment facility to be located at 1813 Crosstown Boulevard. DISCUSSION The subject property is zoned Rural Residential (R -1). Public utility uses, including water treatment facilities, require a special use permit to be located in any residential district. Bolton and Menk have been selected as the design consultant for this project. They have provided a boundary survey and letter summarizing the project (attached). Due to the fact that the final design of the project has not been completed, the Planning and Zoning Commission is asked to identify criteria to be used in the design of the project to prevent conflicts with surrounding properties and to promote efficient site design. The following items have been identified by staff as components of review that will be conducted as information becomes available: 1. Relationship with residential properties to the north and west Building setbacks, screening and prohibiting the location of loading areas or external traffic generators, such as an above ground fuel tank, on these sides of the building. 2. Overall design The design of the building will largely be guided by functionality. It is also important to ensure that the architectural design of the structure maintains the campus style look that has been identified for the City Center campus. 3. Efficient Design The water treatment facility will have a relatively small number of operators considering the size of the building. Therefore, the design will incorporate shared parking with the Public Works site and a parking area that provides a bus drop off for tours and a number of parking stalls based on the number of workers at the site. ACTION REQUIRED Recommend approval of Special Use Permit #02 -01 and identify any additional review criteria for the proposed project. Attachments Resolution Location Map Plat Map • Letter Public Notice Resp tf f ysubmitted, Courtne If - rz • CITY OF ANDOVER COUNTY OF ANOKA STATE OF MINNESOTA RES. NO. R A RESOLUTION GRANTING THE SPECIAL USE PERMIT REQUEST OF THE CITY OF ANDOVER TO CONSTRUCT A WATER TREATMENT FACILTIY ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1813 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD NW. WHEREAS, the City of Andover has requested a Special Use Permit to construct a water treatment facility on residential property located at 1813 Bunker Lake Boulevard; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the request and has determined that said request meets the criteria of Ordinance No. 8, Section 4.26; and • WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission finds the request would not have a detrimental effect upon the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the City of Andover; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends to the City Council approval of the Special Use Permit as requested. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Andover hereby agrees with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approves the Special Use Permit on said property with the following conditions: 1. Building and Fire Department review and issuance of a building permit. 2. Building setbacks, screening and prohibiting the location of loading areas or external traffic generators, such as an above ground fuel tank, will be reviewed to ensure compatibility with surrounding properties. 3. The architectural design of the structure shall maintain the campus style look that has • been identified for the City Center campus. • 4. The design of the parking area will incorporate shared parking with the Public Works site and a parking area that provides a bus drop off for tours and a number of parking stalls based on the number of workers at the site. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Andover on this 3' day of July, 2001. 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T - 1 r 11 4Q4 g. 0 ,4112 - a k = 1970 1920 f 14799 1969 I 1919 1 14789 J M z CO z z M N 7487 1518 148 1901 1M11 1401 14821 \y t4m1 � 2 518 198W 141W N c � e o Y N tl m`1 19))1 j f _ 11151 Q 4)tl :''� 1410 Ill ^ N O N N Y N 14111 47TH AVr 0 Project Location Map N W�E 6 City of Andover Planning Department ®l.._. lfecs. . fir Fi�1 - — �_ C./CSF`, 1 � 1"r � J /de �' ,y�csS.fsar� LdP�v�9 k � 1 �z) 1 � 1"r � J /de �' ,y�csS.fsar� LdP�v�9 LLJ W [ u V I L_..l W rn 0 r-i N O N "NN N N N N f V N N N M M O co O O O O 00000 O O O O O O O N 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 N N ,N NN N TV (N N N N N N N N N 1f1 r-1 ri C4 r-1 r-I 00 LA ^ m U) � L ri i r-I +--I N N r CV N N >- M L n E C :0 :3. n L O U .--I � rra ro O Q O � n N U) N O •- ( V c N E > E N Z U ' s p c C cu C = C d C 01- 0) p 'p) O C t c a v i + rn ro u L11 C LU G (u r E � � c:w CL ° m a n �' >I= 1 uEvo o c rn~ N .� p (u a) > L- u �,`� Om o —� mw 0 3 L Iv ci i C. caE a `'E �a :3 L- 'uc ci•�ro �u 0 o u v ofI �'o`�ctn >� � c� c fa ci n. u r ( u to a im u is Andover, MN • Water Treatment Facili ty The City is planning to construct a 6,200 gpm Water Treatment Facility on the 2.28 acre site adjacent to the existing Public Works Facility. This facility will include aeration, detention and filtration treatment processes. Chemical handling and storage facilities for process chemicals will be incorporated into the facility. Finished water storage and high service pumping facilities will also be included in this facility. The Water Treatment Facility Building will be designed to compliment the architectural features of the existing Public Works Facility Building and City Hall Building. • r � U OSTROWSKI FREDERICK J CURRENT RESIDENT CURRENT RESIDENT a1 CROSSTOWN BLVD NW 1853 CROSSTOWN BLVD 1831 CROSSTOWN BLVD COVER, MN 55304 Andover, MN 55304 Andover, MN 55304 223224420008 223224420011 223224420004 CURRENT RESIDENT 1900 CROSSTOWN BLVD Andover, MN 55304 223224430002 • SLYZUK KENNETH L & M A 15211 NIGHTINGALE ST NW ANDOVER, MN 55304 223224420002 •