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Andover Planning and Zoning Commission
Meeting Agenda
July 27, 2004
Andover City Hall
Council Chambers
7.00 p.m.
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes — July 13, 2004
3. Variance 04 -04 to vary from rear yard setback requirements for porch
addition at 13542 Poppy Street NW.
4. PUBLIC HEARING: Residential Sketch Plan for Kimberly Oaks, a rural
residential development located east of Verdin Street at 165` Avenue NW.
• 5. PUBLIC HEARING: Residential Sketch Plan for Silver Meadows West, a
rural residential development located southeast of 7 Avenue and 165
Avenue NW.
6. Other Business
7. Adjournment
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TO: Planning and Zoning Commissioners
FROM: Courtney Bednarz, City Planner
SUBJECT: Item 2. Approval of Minutes - July 13, 2004
DATE: July 27, 2004
Request
The Planning and Zoning Commission is asked to approve the minutes from the
July 13, 2004 meeting.
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING — JULY 13, 2004
The Regular Bi- Monthly Meeting of the Andover Planning and Zoning Commission was
called to order by Chairperson Daninger on July 13, 2004, 7:00 p.m., at the Andover City
Hall, 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW, Andover, Minnesota.
Commissioners present: Chairperson Daninger, Commissioners Tim Kirchoff, Tony
Gamache, Rex Greenwald, Dean Vatne, Jonathan Jasper
and Michael Casey.
Commissioners absent: There were none.
Also present: City Planner, Courtney Bednarz
Planning Intern, Chris Vrchota
Others
APPROVAL OF MINUTES.
June 22, 2004
Motion by Gamache, seconded by Kirchoff, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion
carried on a 5 -ayes, 0 -nays, 2- present (Jasper, Vatne), 0- absent vote.
PUBLIC HEARING: REZONING (04 -08) TO CHANGE THE ZONING
CLASSIFICA TION FROM SINGLE FAMILYRURAL RESIDENTL41, (R -I) TO
SINGLE FAMILY URBAN RESIDENTMI, (R-4) FOR PROPER TY LOCA TED AT
1386148 LANE NW.
Mr. Vrchota explained the Planning Commission is asked to review the proposed
rezoning to allow the lot split on the property to move forward.
Mr. Vrchota discussed the staff report with the Planning Commission.
Commissioner Gamache stated Mr. Vrchota stated that when this was originally platted
there was discussion that this could and should be rezoned. He wondered if there were
• any minutes showing those discussions were actually there. Mr. Vrchota stated they do
Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes — July 13, 2004
Page 3
• Motion by Gamache, seconded by Casey, to close the public hearing at 7:24 p.m. Motion
carried on a 7 -ayes, 0 -nays, 0- absent vote.
Commissioner Jasper stated it was his understanding that under their motion, if the road
has to be ripped up and replaced and the cost of installing sewer and water would be born
by Lot B that has not been hooked up by the utilities. If they do not follow through, then
the approval would sunset out. Mr. Bednarz stated that is correct. If the project is
completed, the cost will be assessed to Parcel B. If the applicant makes an agreement
with the purchaser of the property to pass the costs along, that is the applicant's decision.
Commissioner Kirchoff asked if there was a one year sunset. Mr. Bednarz stated that
was correct.
Commissioner Jasper asked if in paragraph 2 of the motion should be changed because it
states both lots would be connected to sewer and water and assessments shall be paid but
Lot A is already connected so it would be Lot B that would be assessed the fees. Mr.
Bednarz stated that was correct. Commissioner Jasper stated this should be changed in
the report.
Commissioner Jasper asked at what point during this process the street reconstruction is
designed. Mr. Bednarz stated when the utility project is designed; they will also have a
street construction detail that will address the storm water that is in the street now.
Commissioner Jasper asked if the street reconstruction be specifically listed as one of the
conditions. Mr. Bednarz stated this could be added to item 2 if the Commission wished.
Commissioner Jasper thought the motion should be changed to reflect Lot B to be the one
to pay all the fees associated with the connection of the utilities because Lot A has
already paid them. Commissioner Gamache stated Lot A is still the property owner and
that is the property owner that will be assessed. Commissioner Jasper stated it was his
understanding that they do not assess an owner, they assess a lot. Lot A is already
connected so if they are going to assess a lot, it needs to be Lot B. Mr. Bednarz stated
this was correct.
Motion by Gamache, seconded by Kirchoff, to recommend to the City Council approval
of Resolution No. , approving the rezoning request based on the fact that times and
conditions have changed.
Commissioner Jasper asked if the lot split sunsets, does the rezoning sunset as well or is
there any ramification for it not sunsetting. Mr. Bednarz stated the rezoning, if approved
by the Council, would take effect. They would not have the ability to split the lot until
the lot split is approved. Commissioner Jasper asked if there was any negative affect the
property owner of the rezoning if the lot split does not happen. Mr. Bednarz stated the lot
split still needs to be approved before anything can be done with the additional lot.
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Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes — July 13, 2004
Page 5
• assessments for that connection and any necessary street improvements shall be paid by
the applicant as calculated by the City Clerk ".
Mr. Bednarz stated once the petition comes into the City to build that improvement
project, there will be a contract between the property owner and the City that will provide
financial security to make sure the project is completed to the Cities requirements.
Motion carried on a 7 -ayes, 0 -nays, 0- absent vote.
Mr. Bednarz stated that this item would be before the Council at the July 20, 2004 City
Council meeting.
VARIANCE (04 -03) TO VARYFROMREAR YARD SETBACKREQUIREMENT
FOR PORCHADDITION ONPROPERTYLOCA TED AT 13943 WINTERGREEN
STREET NW.
Mr. Bednarz explained the applicant is requesting a 5 -foot variance to the rear yard
setback requirement to allow the construction of a 14x14 sun porch, which would replace
an existing deck. The 14x 14 size was based on the survey that was on file. The property
pins were located as a condition of the building permit review, and it was determined that
• the survey on file is not accurate. The rear of the home is actually 5 feet closer to the rear
property line than reflected on the survey.
Mr. Bednarz discussed the staff report with the Commission.
Commissioner Greenwald thought the applicant really did their homework on this to
warrant the variance.
Commissioner Kirchoff asked if the neighbors were notified of the variance. Mr.
Bednarz stated they were and he did not receive any correspondence.
Commissioner Jasper thought the porch would fit into the neighborhood but he did not
see any hardship at all. Commissioner Gamache thought the hardship was that the
builder or whoever surveyed the lot surveyed it wrong. The survey that was on file
showed there was room for a porch but when it was resurveyed, the house was found to
be placed in the wrong spot.
Commissioner Jasper stated it was his understanding that when it was bought, there was
not an intention to put a porch on the house. Commissioner Gamache thought the
hardship was with the discovery of a mistake in surveying. Commissioner Kirchoff
thought the builder made a mistake without the owners' knowledge and it was never
checked until this came up.
• The Commission discussed the possible hardship.
Regular Andover Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes — July 13, 2004
Page 7
• ADJOURNMENT.
Motion by Kirchoff, seconded by Gamache, to adjourn the meeting at 8:05 p.m. Motion
carried on a 7 -ayes, 0 -nays, 0- absent vote.
Respectfully Submitted,
Sue Osbeck, Recording Secretary
Timesaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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TO: Planning and Zoning Commissioners
FROM: Chris Vrchota, Planning Intern
Courtney Bednarz, City PlanncW
SUBJECT: Variance (04 -04) to vary from the rear yard setback requirements for a
proposed porch addition at 13542 Poppy St. NW
DATE: July 27, 2004
INTRODUCTION
The applicants are requesting a 6 -foot variance to the rear yard setback requirement to
allow the construction of a 12x12 sun porch.
DISCUSSION
There are several factors that contribute to the hardship for this property. The first is that
the house is on a comer lot and faces the side of the lot, meaning there is limited
buildable space in the front and rear yard setbacks. The second is the fact that the house
is part of a duplex, thus eliminating one side of the house as a placement option for the
porch. The third is the proximity to Terrace Park, which generates traffic and on- street
parking on both Poppy St. and 135` Lane. Finally, there is a problem with blowing dust
from the gravel parking area at the park. The addition of basketball courts to the park
will likely magnify these issues. The combination of these factors make the rear of the
house the only suitable location for the porch. There is only 6 feet of space for the porch
before reaching the 30 -foot rear yard setback.
The applicants have provided letters from neighbors in support of the addition.
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State Statute provides review criteria that are used to determine the merit of variance
cases. In all cases the applicant must demonstrate undue hardship. The considerations for
undue hardship include:
1. There are circumstances unique to the property that were not created by the
landowner. Unique conditions may include the physical characteristics, including
topography or water conditions that may exist on the property.
2. The property, if the variance is granted, will not be out of character with other
properties in the same neighborhood.
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Rear Yard setback
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State Statute provides review criteria that are used to determine the merit of variance
cases. In all cases the applicant must demonstrate undue hardship. The considerations for
undue hardship include:
1. There are circumstances unique to the property that were not created by the
landowner. Unique conditions may include the physical characteristics, including
topography or water conditions that may exist on the property.
2. The property, if the variance is granted, will not be out of character with other
properties in the same neighborhood.
CITY OF ANDOVER
• COUNTY OF ANOKA
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RES. NO. R
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE VARIANCE REQUEST FOR KEN AND
CONNIE EVANS TO VARY FROM CITY CODE 12 -3 -4 TO REDUCE THE REAR
YARD SETBACK TO 24 FEET ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 13542 POPPY ST.
NW LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS:
LOT 5, BLOCK 1, CHAPMANS FIFTH ADDITION, ANOKA COUNTY, MN.
WHEREAS, Ken and Connie Evans have petitioned to vary from the requirements of
City Code 12 -3 -4, and;
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the special circumstances for the subject property
are as follows:
1. That the house faces the side of the lot, limiting available building space.
2. That there are limited choices for the placement of the porch due to the fact that
the house is part of a duplex.
3. That Terrace Park generates traffic and parking on Poppy St. NW and 135' Lane.
4. That there is a problem with blowing dust from a gravel parking area at Terrace
Park.
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the variance will not be detrimental to the health,
safety or welfare of surrounding properties, and;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Andover
approves the proposed variance request to vary from City Code 12 -3 -4 to reduce the rear
yard setback for a new sun porch to 24 feet for the subject property with the following
condition:
1. That the variance shall be subject to a sunset clause whereas if the improvements
are not initiated within twelve (12) months, the variance will be null and void.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Andover on this _ day of , 2004.
CITY OF ANDOVER
ATTEST:
Michael R. Gamache, Mayor
Victoria Volk, City Clerk
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Andover, MN 55304
FROM: Ken & Connie Evans
13542 Poppy Street NW
Andover, MN 55304
DATE: July 6, 2004
RE: Proposed Addition
We are currently in the process of applying for permits to add a 12 x 12,pnroom to the
rear of our home. The Andover City code requires a 30 foot set back from the lot line. If
we build on to our home, we would only be 24 feet from the property line. At this time the
City has said it cannot be built as a 12 x 12 room. If we go by the existing code, wd`woukl
have to redesign it to a 6 x 12 room, thus making it not very economical.
We would like to apply for a variance with the City so we could build a 12 x 12 room. This
is the reason for the letter. If you have any objections or concerns with this project or the
24 foot setback in lieu of the 30 foot setback, would you please let us know.
Please state your comments or concerns on the bottom of this page.
We appreciate your time.
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FROM: Ken & Connie Evans
13542 Poppy Street NW
Andover, MN 55304
DATE: July 6, 2004
RE: Proposed Addition
We are currently in the process of applying for permits to add a 12 x 12 sunroom to the
rear of our home. The Andover City code requires a 30 foot - set back from the lot line. If
we build on to our home, we would only be 24 feet from the property line. At this time the
City has said it cannot be built as a 12 x 12 room. If we go by the existing code, we would
have to redesign it to a 6 x 12 room, thus making it not very economical.
We would like to apply for a variance with the City so we could build a 12 x 12 room. This
is the reason for the letter. if you have any objections or concerns with this project or the
24 foot setback in lieu of the 30 foot setback, would you please let us know.
Please state your comments or concerns on the bottom of this page.
We appreciate your time.
COMMENTSICONCERNS:
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135 [.� Poppy Street NW
Andover, MN 55304
FROM: Ken & Connie Evans
13542 Poppy Street NW
Andover, MN 55304
DATE: July 6, 2004
RE: Proposed Addition
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We are currently in the process of applying for permits to add a 12 x 12 sunroom to the
rear of our home. The Andover City code requires a 30 foot back from the lot line. If
we build on to our home, we would only be 24 feet from the property line. At this time the
City has said it cannot be built as a 12 x 12 room. If we go by the eAsting code, we would
have to redesign it to a 6 x 12 room, thus making it not very economical.
We would like to apply for a variance with the City so we could build a 12 x 12 room. This
is the reason for the letter. If you have any objections or concerns with this project or the
24 foot setback in lieu of the 30 foot setback, would you please let us know.
Please state your comments or concerns on the bottom of this page.
We appreciate your time.
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TO: Planning and Zoning Commissioners
FROM: Courtney Bednarz, City Plannjv
SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARING: Residential Sketch Plan for Kimberly Oaks, a rural
residential development located east of Verdin Street at 165 Avenue NW.
DATE: July 27, 2004
INTRODUCTION
The Planning Commission is asked to review a sketch plan containing ten rural residential lots.
DISCUSSION
Conformance with Local Plans
The proposal is consistent with the Rural Residential Land Use Classification and Single Family
Rural Residential (R -1) Zoning District that exist on the subject property.
Access
Access is proposed to be provided from Verdin Street NW (CSAH 59) in alignment with 163`
Lane NW. This will be the only access to the site permitted by the Anoka County Highway
Department (ACRD). The street would extend approximately 1,500 feet into the site before
terminating in a temporary cul -de -sac at the north property line. The street could be extended in
the future to provide a secondary access when the property to the north develops further. A
second interior street is also proposed to branch off to the east and would extend approximately
1,000 feet from the entrance to the development before terminating in a cul -de -sac.
A variance to the maximum cul -de -sac length of 500 feet is needed for both of the cul -de -sacs.
The Fire Department has requested that a temporary cul -de -sac be provided at the north end of
the project to allow emergency vehicles to turn around in the short term. The Fire Department
will ask for the street to connect to the north as a part of any future development proposal.
The ACHD has provided comments on the proposed sketch plan (see attached). The developer
already indicates that additional right -of -way will be dedicated to satisfy the typical 60 foot half
right -of -way for the east half of CSAH 59. Sixty feet of right -of -way was established for the
west half of CSAH 59 though the Silver Meadows plat. The attached sketch plan is designed to
prevent future private driveway accesses onto CSAH 59 as mentioned in the attached ACHD
memorandum. The developer will be asked to work with the ACHD to clearly define the area of
vegetation that needs to be cleared to address their sight distance concerns. This information will
be reflected on the preliminary plat. Construction of a northbound right turn lane into the
development will be a condition of preliminary plat approval.
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• 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.
The developer is also required to meet all other applicable ordinances, including:
• City Code Title 11, Subdivision Regulations
• City Code Title 12, Zoning Regulations
• City Code Title 13, Planning and Development
• City Code Title 14, Flood Control
Attachments
Resolution
Location Map
Sketch Plan
ACHD Comments
ACTION REQUESTED
The Planning Commission is asked to review the sketch plan and to suggest any modifications it
feels necessary.
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RE: Sketch Plan - Kimberly Oaks
July 15, 2004
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There are severe sight distance deficiencies for the Intersection Sight Corner requirements at
the proposed 163` Lane NW intersection with CR 59. The obstructions are primarily trees and
existing structures. The City and the Developer shall ensure that clearing and/or grading is
completed to satisfy the Sight Corner requirements to the fullest extent possible at this
intersection. The construction of a NB CR59 right turn lane is warranted for this development
and will be required to be completed by the City and /or the Developer as part of this
development (see enclosed concept plan). If the City is concerned about other turning
maneuvers at this intersection (SB CR 59 left and right turns; NB CR 59 left turns), we would
be supportive of additional turn lane construction at this intersection should the City require it
in conjunction with this development.
It should be noted that residential land use adjacent to highways usually results in complaints
regarding traffic noise. Traffic noise at this location could exceed noise standards established
by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency. Anoka County policy regarding new developments adjacent to existing
county highways prohibits the expenditure of highway funds for noise mitigation measures.
The City and/or the Developer should assess the noise situation and take any action deemed
necessary to minimize associated impacts at this site from any traffic noise.
• Drainage calculations must be submitted along with a grading and erosion control plan that
delineates the drainage areas for this site. The post - developed rate of runoff must not exceed
the pre- developed rate runoff for the 10 -year, critical design storm. An engineering plan
review fee estimated at $350.00 will apply to this project. Contact Andrew Witter,
Construction Engineer, for further information and to coordinate the engineering plan review
process. Please submit the drainage calculations, grading and erosion control plans, right turn
lane plan, the ACHD Design Requirements Checklist for County Highway Modifications
(copy attached) and the applicable engineering plan review fee to Mr. Witter for his review
and approval.
An access permit and a permit for work within County right of way is required and must be
obtained prior to the commencement of any construction (access permit for 163` Lane
NW= $150.00; permit to work within R/W= $110.00). Contact Roger Butler, Traffic
Engineering Coordinator, or Terri Klein, Permit Technician, for further information regarding
the permit process. Installation and maintenance of any necessary permanent traffic control
devices within the county right of way will be coordinated by Anoka County in conjunction
with the permit process. (Please note that the Developer will be required to make any
necessary pavement marking removals for the implementation of the turn lane plan as part of
the permit process).
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TO: Planning and Zoning Commissioners
FROM: Courtney Bednarz, City Planneiv
SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARING: Residential Sketch Plan for Silver Meadows West, a
rural residential development located southeast of 7 Avenue and 165' Avenue
NW.
DATE: July 27, 2004
INTRODUCTION
The Planning Commission is asked to review a sketch plan containing 17 rural residential lots.
DISCUSSION
Conformance with Local Plans
• The proposal is consistent with the Rural Residential Land Use Classification and Single Family
Rural Residential (R -1) Zoning District that exist on the subject property.
Access
Access is proposed to be provided from both Valley Drive (CSAH 58) and 165 Avenue NW
(CSAH 158). The Anoka County Highway Department has indicated that no public street access
will be allowed onto 7'' Avenue NW (CSAH 7). The large wetland at the center of the subject
property will prevent the interior streets from being connected. As a result the northern street
will extend 900 feet into the project and the southern street will extend 1250 feet into the project
before terminating in a cul -de -sac. A street connection to the east will be provided at the north
end of the project area to facilitate the future street network illustrated in the ghost sketch of
these properties. A variance to the maximum cul -de -sac length of 500 feet is needed for both of
the cul -de -sacs.
The Anoka County Highway Department (ACHD) has provided comments on the proposed
sketch plan (see attached). Additional right -of -way is proposed to be dedicated for CSAH 58
(Valley Drive) as shown on the sketch plan. An additional 27 feet of right -of -way needs to be
added for CSAH 158 (165 Avenue NW). The Fire Department will need to determine if an
emergency access into the development from CSDAH 7 will be needed. Staff will work with the
applicant and the Anoka County Highway Department to determine the appropriate
improvements at the intersection of Genie Drive and Valley Drive.
The developer will be asked to work with the ACHD to clearly define the area of vegetation that
needs to be cleared to address their sight distance concerns. This information will be reflected on
the preliminary plat.
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• ACTION REQUESTED
The Planning Commission is asked to review the sketch plan and to suggest any modifications it
feels necessary.
Respectfully submitted,
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Jerry Foss, Counselor Realty 951 Hillwind Road Fridley, MN 55432
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• RE: Sketch Plan - Silver Meadows West
July 19, 2004
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(As the city is aware, this section of CSAH 7 has already been forced to accommodate an
increase in the number of direct access point due to lot splits on the west side of CSAH 7 in
the area south of 165' Ave. NW because there was no alternative means of access).
Additionally, connecting these two proposed local roadways would result in a through route
for snow removal and emergency vehicles. If the city has concerns and/or requires an
emergency vehicle access point along CSAH 7, we may be willing to consider allowing a
gated (break -away style) emergency vehicle entrance to this plat. If the City deems this is
necessary, plans for such an entrance should be submitted for our review. The right of access
along CSAH 7 is to be dedicated to Anoka County.
The extension of Genie drive to the west from CR 58 as proposed to provide access to this
development is desirable from an access managementlintersection spacing point of view.
However, it appears that there are non - correctable Intersection Sight Distance deficiencies
present at the intersection. Some type of CR 58 turn lane construction is needed at this
intersection. To appropriately address the sight distance issues and all turning movements that
could be made at the intersection, NB and SB left and right turn lanes should be built on CR
58 at Genie Drive. Presently, this development contains 15 lots, 9 of which will gain access
via Genie Drive NW. Provided that the applicable intersection sight distance criteria are met,
our usual threshold for bi- directional left and right turn lane construction on the county
. highway system in conjunction with new development projects has been developments
containing 30 lots or more are required to build left and right turn lanes at new City street
intersections. The size of this development is significantly less than the 30 -lot threshold, but
the sight distance issues at the intersection are significant and impact intersection safety
regardless of the development size. As this plat is in the sketch plan phase, it is difficult to
address this issue definitively, and I suggest that City and County staff meet to discuss the
issue and look at the available options for this development. Defining the extent of clearing
and grading that can be accomplished at Genie Drive may aid us in determining the turn lanes
to be constructed on CR 58 at this intersection.
It appears that there are severe deficiencies for the Sight Corners for the proposed intersection
on CR 158. The sight distance deficiencies are caused by trees and brush, and they are located
outside of the county right of way, as well as outside of the boundaries of this plat, in the SW
quadrant of this proposed intersection. Consequently, these deficiencies are considered non-
correctable. If a jurisdictional transfer of this route to the City of Andover was completed, City
standards could be exercised in regards to this local street connection. If the route is to remain
on the county highway system, an EB CR 158 right turn lane should be built in conjunction
with this development.
It should be noted that residential land use adjacent to highways usually results in complaints
regarding traffic noise. Traffic noise at this location could exceed noise standards established
by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency. Anoka County policy regarding new developments adjacent to existing
county highways prohibits the expenditure of highway funds for noise mitigation measures.
. The City and /or the Developer should assess the noise situation and take any action deemed
necessary to minimize associated impacts at this site from any traffic noise.