1975 PC Meeting MinutesJANUARY 13, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Andersen,
Bergman, Ellefson, Llsen, Juday, Nustrom and Peters; the follow-
ing were absent: Neubarth, Plasencia and Schilling; also present
were planning consultants Schmock and Sherburne.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Ellefson to approve the minutes of the December 9, 1974 meeting.
Motion carried.
1. It being 7:30 p.m., Chairman Elsen declared this was the time
and the place for a public hearing regarding the proposed
Comprehensive Plan pursuant to Minnesota State Statutes
462.355(2) Laws of 1971, Procedure for Plan Adoption and
Amendment. David Licht, City Planner, gave a brief resume
on the preceding stages of the proposed Comprehensive Plan
followed by a presentation by Barbara Gilbertson of Mr.
Licht's staff on the contents of the plan . Approximately
80 people attended the hearing including the following people
who identified themselves and made the following comments:
Willis Kusske, 6500 Brentwood Ave. North -
how would some of these or all of these programs be funded?
Unidentified woman on Dudley Ave. -
What is going to happen to Thorson School?
Al Schirmers, 5640 Hampshire Ave. North -
Questions regarding the upgrading of Bass Lake Road and
West Broadway, particularly in the Brentwood area.
Gordon Manthey, 6532 Brentwood Ave. North -
Questions regarding fire truck routes when Bass Lake Road
and West Broadway are updated.
Colin Iiaagenson, representing Northwest Chamber of Commerce -
This plan should have been adopted 20 years ago so it is a
step in the right direction.
Charles Boynton,6420 Brentwood Ave. North -
If the roads are,updated so the traffic goes faster, it
will hurt the businesses along Eass Lake Road as the cars
will speed by.
Orest Harasyn, 4801 Idaho Ave. North -
Too much parking space in Target parking lot which is not
being utilized - too much area being put into parking
elsewhere.
JANUARY 13, 1975 - continued
Peter Meintsma, Mayor of Crystal --
Invited people to a meeting January 16th regarding
upgrading Bass Lake Road and West Broadway.
After discussion, a summary was made by Mr. Licht regarding
what the proposed Comprehensive Plan comprises of.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to adopt the following resolution:
t:L IT RESOLVED that based upon the extensive involve-
ment, review and comment of the officials, staff
and citizens of Crystal, the Planning Commission
finds the proposed Comprehensive Plan in accord
with and establishes the physical development
Objectives, policies and direction of the City and
therefore recommends approval of the plan and
recognition of the community improvement grogram
as an administrative recommendation to the City Council
subject to the required referral and resulting
comments from the Twin Cities Metropolitan Council.
Voting aye: Andersen, Bergman, Ellefson, Elsen, Juday, Nystrom
and Peters; absent, not voting: Neubarth, Plasencia and Schilling.
Motion carried.
2. Mr. David Licht recommended that the Planning CoRuuission hold
two public hearings on the revised zoning ordinance for review
and recommendation, one on the zoning text and one on the
zoning map.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Andersen to set two public hearings on the revised zoning
ordinance for review and recommendation - February 10, 1975
and March 10, 1975, at 7:30 p.m.
Motion carried.
3. Mr. Dale W. Hallen of Pendzimaz-Hallen Construction Co.
appeared regarding al:1I,licat.i ren #74-13 for rezoning f.rotn R-1
District (single faxiily dwelling) to R-2 ]district (cane or two
family dwellings) , property located on Lot 1.7, Block 1, West
Twin Lake Shores, and adjacent vacated .streets, 5756 Orchard
Ave. Forth. This lot, including adjacent vacated streets has
84.98' width on front lot line and 104.15' on rear lot line,
with an. average of 94.56' width and approximately 13,232 sq. ft.
in area. The minimum lot width requirement for R-2 District is
100' with minimum lot area of 12,500 sq. ft. Mr. Daniel F.
Ctten, o�%,ner of the property, and the prospective buyer, were
also present. There was discussion regarding their plans for
building a double bungalow can said lot, passible variances
needed., traffic on Dass Lake Road, and the zoning in the area..
JANUARY 13, 1975 - continued
Moved by Commissioner Juday and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to hold a public hearing on Monday, February 10,
1975, at 8:00 p.m., at the Crystal Municipal Building,
4141 Douglas Drive, to further consider application #74-13
of Pendzimaz-Hallen Construction Co. to rezone Lot 17, Block
West Twin Lake Shores, and adjacent vacated streets, 5756
Orchard Ave. North, from R-1 District to R-2 District.
Motion carried.
4. Messrs. Henry Stenquist, Architect, and Orest Harasyn, owner
of the property at 4801 Idaho Ave. North,appeared regarding
application #75-1 for a parking variance on Lot 4, Block 2,
Ostman's 5th Addition. Mr. Harasyn is asking for parking
layout approval and variance on required parking so as to
rebuild an existing building damaged by fire. The existing
condition of site does not conform to zoning, planning and
land use regulation ordinances enacted since the building was
erected. To conform to these ordinances, it would be necessary
to put in new curb and gutter, interior barrier curb, storm
sewer, etc., and they would like to rebuild the building as
it exists. There was much discussion regarding whether Mr.
Harasyn has lost his non -conforming use and would have to
comply with the ordinances, whether the property was damaged
in excess of 50% and whether the building should be con-
sidered as one or two buildings.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Juday that in view of the lack of clarification of the problem
here and what we are facing, recommend to table this for
further study and meantime request through the Council for an
opinion from the City Attorney as to whether or not this man
has in fact lost his rights to a non -conforming use.
Motion carried.
5. Chairman Eisen declared that nominations were open for officers
to the Planning Commission consisting of Chairman,Vice-Chairman
and Secretary for the year ending December 31, 1975.
Moved by Commissioner Ellefson and seconded by Commissioner
Eergman to nominate the existing slate of officers for the
year ending December 31, 1975 - Eisen, Chairman; Peters,
Vice -Chairman; and Neubarth, Secretary.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Juday that nominations be closed and that the Secretary be
instructed to cast a unanimous ballot for the existing slate
of officers for another term of one year.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom
to adjourn.
Secretary Neubarth Chairs n Eisen
FEBRUARY 10, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Andersen, Berg-
man, Ellefson, Elsen, Juday, Neubarth and Plasencia; the following
were absent: Nystrom, Peters and Schilling; also present was
planning consultant Sherburne.
Moved by Commissioner Juday and seconded by Commissioner Ellefson
to approve the minutes of the January 13, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
1. It being 7:30 p.m., Chairman Elsen declared this was the time
and the place for a public hearing on the revised zoning text
pursuant to Chapter V, Planning and Use Regulations, Crystal
City Code, and Minnesota Planning Act, Minnesota Statutes
Sections 462.351 to 462.363. David Licht, City Planner, gave
a brief background of the project and explained the document
contains the input of extensive review by commissions, City
Council and staff. Mr. Licht reviewed the changes in the
different zonings with special emphasis on the three special
districts: flood plain, planned unit development and P-1
off-street parking. No members of the audience spoke regarding
the proposed zoning code. Discussion was held regarding the
definition of Elderly (Senior Citizen) Housing.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner Juday
to recommend to have Section 515.03, Subd. 71, Elderly (Senior
Citizen) Housing to read as follows:
Subd. 71 Elderly (Senior Citizen) Housing. A multiple
dwelling building with open occupancy limited
to persons over 60 years of age.
Motion carried.
The following changes were also recommended:
Page 25, Section 515.09, Subd. fe h. 15., should read:
..."all open off-street parking shall have
cast -in-place concrete perimeter curb barrier"...
Page 28, Section 515.09, Subd. 8, u., should read:
"At least eight spaces plus one space for each 140
square feet devoted to public sales or service plus
one space for each 500 square feet of storage area;
or at least eight spaces plus one space for each
employee on the maximum shift whichever is appropriate."
February 10, 1975 - continued
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Ellefson to grant tentative approval of the revised zoning
ordinance text and continue the hearing until March 10th
to further consider any additional comments regarding the
ordinance and also consider the zoning map.
Motion carried.
It being 8:20 p.m., Chairman Elsen declared this was the time
and the place for a public hearing to consider application
#74-13 of Pendzimaz-Hallen Construction Co. for rezoning from
R-1 District (single family dwelling) to R-2 District (one or
two family dwellings), property located on Lot 17, Block 1,
West Twin Lake Shores and adjacent vacated streets, 5756 Orchard
Ave. North. This lot, including adjacent vacated streets, has
84.98' width on front lot line and 104.15' on rear lot line
with an average of 94.56' width and approximately 13,232 sq.
ft. in area. The minimum lot width requirement for R-2 district
is 100' with minimum lot area of 12,500 sq. ft. Mr. Dale
Hallen presented plans for a three-level double bungalow with
double garage. No other comments were presented from the
audience. There was much discussion regarding the plans,
variances needed for either the depth or rear lot line depend-
ing on which street the dwelling would face, traffic on Bass
Lake Road and the zoning in the area.
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Ellefson to recommend to grant approval of rezoning application
#74-13 of Pendzimaz-Hallen Construction Co. for rezoning from
R-1 District to R-2 District, property located on Lot 17,
Block 1, West Twin Lake Shores, and adjacent vacated streets,
5756 Orchard Ave. North, due to the fact that the members of
the immediate community show no objection to this rezoning,
it is a mixed area and on a heavily travelled street. By roll
call and voting aye: Andersen, Bergman, Ellefson, Elsen,
Juday and Plasencia; voting no: Neubarth.
Motion carried 6+_1 I.
a. Messrs. Henry Stenquist, architect, and Crest Harasyn, owner
of the property at 4801 Idaho Ave. North, appeared regarding
application #75-1 for a parking variance on Lot 4, Block 2,
Ostman's 5th Addition, which was tabled by the Planning Com-
mission at the January 13th meeting in order to get an opinion
from the City Attorney. The City Attorney's opinion stated
that the building on Lot 4, Block 2, should be considered a
separate structure; that the measure of value in determining
the extent of damage should be appraised value or replacement
cost; and that, repairs made to the building are to be made in
accordance with the building code utilizing the same measure
of valuation. Mr. Stenquist gave an estimate of $90,000 to
rebuild the building which would be a 40 to 52 per cent loss,
and $205,000 if the entire building would be torn down and
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February 10, 1975 - continued
rebuilt. There was much discussion regarding the parking
that would be required to conform to the ordinances, different
alternatives, how to appraise how much damage was done, how
to determine what the value of the building was before the fire
and what it would cost to put the building in the same condi-
tion it was before the fire, obtaining an independent appraiser
to establish a replacement valtie, etc.
Moved by Commissioner Juday and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to table this matter until the March 10th meeting
with the request that Mr. Schmock, or someone else the City
may choose to represent him in his absence, and Mr. Stenquist
meet and attempt to come to some agreement as to what extent
the damage is for the purpose of giving an idea whether or
not there is sufficient damage to lose the non -conforming use.
Motion carried.
4. Messrs. Glen Nordell and Ron Dopp of First Federal Savings
& Loan appeared regarding tentative approval of proposed
First Federal -Ron Dopp Second Addition which is a replat
of Lot 1, Block 1, First Federal -Ron Dopp Addition, 55th &
West Broadway. There was discussion regarding the way the
proposed plat was laid out and the outlot.
Moved by Commissioner Neubarth and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to grant tentative approval of proposed
First Federal -Ron Dopp Second Addition, subject to standard
procedure, and further subject to Outlot A being combined
with either Lot 1 or Lot 3.
Motion carried.
5. Rev. Thomas McDill and representatives from the Crystal Free
Church, 6421 45th Ave. North appeared regarding a proposed
addition and parking layout plans. They explained they are
in the midst of negotiations for obtaining several parcels.
Their proposed plans involve variances on the setbacks in the
parking area and also on the building addition. They wish
to get a recommendation from the City as to the course of action
which they should follow. There was much discussion regarding
their proposed plans, accesses, vacating 45th Place, setbacks,
etc. It was the consensus of the Commission that Crystal Free
Church should prepare in final form the proposal as discussed
that they wish to pursue, and to make application for variances
they may deem necessary to implement their plans.
Moved by Commissioner Juday &nd seconded by Commissioner Andersen
to adjourn. Motion carried.
Secretary eubarth ChairmaX Elsen
FEBRUARY 24, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Andersen, Berg-
man, Ellefson, Elsen, Juday, Nystrom, Peters and Plasencia; the
following were absent: Neubarth and Schilling; also present was
planning consultant Sherburne.
Moved by Commissioner Ellefson and seconded by Commissioner
Peters to approve the minutes of the February 10, 1975 meeting
subject to clarification of definition of Elderly Housing.
Motion carried.
1. Representatives of the Crystal Evangelical Free Church,
6421 45th Ave. North, appeared regarding applications #75-2
& 75-3 for rezoning and variances to accommodate an expanded
building program and parking facilities. They reviewed the
situation regarding properties they have purchased and pro-
perties they have options on. There was discussion regarding
the properties involved, variances requested, the possibility
of vacating 45th Place, drainage problems and when the new
zoning ordinance will go into effect with regard to P-1 Dis-
trict.
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Peters to hold a public hearing at 7:30 p.m., March 24, 1975,
to consider variances on rear yard setback, front yard setback
and side yard setback on Lots 2 & 3, Fairview Acres, located
on 45th Ave., east of the existing sanctuary building.
Motion carried.
There was further discussion regarding whether a variance or
special use permit for parking in R-1 zoning could be granted
in lieu of rezoning to C-1 commercial, or that if the property
were zoned to commercial, the zoning would be changed to P-1
at such time the proposed zoning ordinance is adopted.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to hold a public hearing at 7:30 p.m., March 24, 1975,
to consider rezoning from R-1 District to C-1 District the
following described properties:
South 127.83' of the West 107' of the East 640' of
SE4, except street, Section 8, T. 118, R. 21, W. of the
Fifth Principal Meridian, Hennepin County.
i,o_ 1, Block 1, Mohr Addition.
Lok_ 2, Block 1, Mohr Addition.
West 62-1,' of East 470.5' of that part of SE4 of SE 4
lying South of banholzers Addition, except street,
Section 8, T. 118. R. 21.
February 24, 1975 - continued
West 60' of East 408' of that part of SE 4 of SE 4
lying South of Banholzers Addition, except street,
Section 8, T. 118, R. 21.
North 97.83' of South 225.66' of West 107' of East
640' of SE4, Section 8, T. 118, R. 21.
Motion carried. Plasencia
abstained from voting.
The staff was instructed to investigate other alternatives
to rezoning and still permit parking.
Moved to adjourn.
Chairman % lsen
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Secretary Neubarth
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MARCH 10, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Andersen, Berg-
man, Ellefson, Elsen, Juday, Neubarth, Nystrom and Peters; the
following were absent: Plasencia and Schilling; also present were
planning consultants Sherburne and Schmock.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner Berg-
man to approve the minutes of the February 24, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
1. It being 7:30 p.m., Chairman Elsen declared this was the time
and the place for the continuation of the public hearing on
the revised zoning code and map, pursuant to Chapter V,
Planning and Use Regulations, Crystal City Code, and Minnesota
Planning Act, Minnesota Statutes Sections 462.351 to 462.363.
David Licht representing Midwest Planning and Research, Inc.
commented on various aspects of the revised zoning code and
map. No members of the audience spoke regarding the proposed
zoning code or map. The minutes of February 10th as submitted
were approved after clarification was received concerning the
wording of the definition of "Elderly (Senior Citizen) Housing."
An explanation was made of the procedure used in revising the
zoning map into the various use districts. It was explained
that lands in the R-1, R-2, R-3 and R-4 districts will con-
sist of the lands previously zoned R-1, R-2, R-3 and R-4
respectively. Lands in the B -la district will consist of
lands previously zoned C-3. Lands in the B-1, B-2, B-3 and
13-4 districts will consist of lands previously zoned C-1.
Lands in the I-2 District will consist of lands previously
zoned M-1. Lands in the P-1 district will consist of lands
previously allowed under a special use permit that were adja-
cent and contiguous to C-1 zoning. A listing of the legal
description of the various parcels was distributed to members
of the commission.
Discussion continued regarding notification of property
owners and neighbors of those properties which may have a
significant change in the classification proscribed under
the proposed code.
The fee structure contained in the zoning code was discussed
with respect to the increasing costs of administering a
request for rezoning, etc. in that the fee schedule should
reflect the cost of staff time, advertising, consultant time
required if any, preparation of environmental impact state-
ments or assessments if required, processing of applications
through other agencies of City, County, Metropolitan Council,
or State, as may be required, etc.
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March 10, 1975 - continued
Moved by Commissioner Ellefson and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to the City Council to adopt the zoning
map and the approach used by staff to rezone various
properties in the City.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Juday and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to the City Council to adopt the new
zoning code with the following recommended changes:
Page 7, Section 515.03, Subd. 71, Elderly (Senior Citizen)
Housing to read as follows:
Subd. 71 Elderly (Senior Citizen Housing). A multiple
dwelling building with open occupancy limited
to persons over 60 years of age.
Page 25, Section 515.09, Subd. 4, h. 15., should read:
..."all open off-street parking shall have cast -in-place
concrete perimeter curb barrier"...
Page 28, Section 515.09, Subd. R, Li., should read:
"At least eight spaces (or) plus one space for each 140
square feet devoted to public sales or service plus one
space for each 500 square feet of storage area; or at
least eight spaces (or) plus one space for each employee
on the maximum shift whichever is (appropriate) greater."
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Juday and seconded by Commissioner Peters
to recommend that the City Council make a study of the fee
schedules for different aspects of zoning, rezoning and variances
to make them high enough to reflect adequate cost of processing.
Motion carried.
'. Orest Harasyn appeared regarding application #75-1 for a
parking variance on Lot 4, Block 2, Ostman's 5th Addition,
4801 Idaho Avenue North, which was tabled at the February 10th
meeting. Mr. Harasyn indicated he would like this matter
tabled until he can meet with an appraiser, for which he is
willing to pay the entire bill, to determine the percentage
of damage and replacement cost.
Moved by Commissioner Juday and seconded by Commissioner
Andersen to table this application until the next meeting
to enable the applicant to get an appraiser's report as to
whether or not the property has been damaged in excess of
fifty per cent.
Motion carried.
March 10, 1975 - continued
3. Elaine Olson appeared regarding tentative approval of
proposed TWIN LAKE ORCHARD ADDITION which is a replat of
Lot 14, Auditor's Subdivision No. 328, 5450 Orchard Ave.
North.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to grant tentative approval of proposed
TWIN LAKE ORCHARD ADDITION, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
4 Dale W. Hallen of Pendzimaz-Hallen Construction Co. appeared
regarding application #75-4 for a variance in front lot
width to construct a double bungalow on Lot 17, Block 1,
West Twin Lake Shores and adjacent vacated streets, 5756
Orchard Ave. North. This lot, including adjacent vacated
streets, has 84.98' width on front lot line and 104.15'
on rear lot line, with an average of 94.56' width and approxi-
mately 13,232 sq. ft. in area. The minimum lot width require-
ment for R-2 District is 100' with minimum lot area of
12,500 sq. ft.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman that pursuant to Section 42.21 of Chapter 42, Zoning
Regulations of the Crystal City Code, Adjustments, to
recommend to the Council to vary or modify the strict appli-
cation of Section 42.17, Regulations Governing R-2, R-3 and
R-4 Zoning Districts (f) Lot Area, to allow a variance in
lot width requirements of 15.02', Lot 17, Block 1, West Twin
Lake Shores and adjacent vacated streets, as requested in
application #75-4.
Motion carried.
Fs. Bruce Hubbard of Minnesota Mini -Storage appeared regarding
a building permit for storage buildings, offices and
caretaker's residence on Lot 1, Block 1, Tex Sota Addition,
5500 Douglas Drive.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to recommend authorization to issue building permit
for storage buildings, offices and caretaker's residence
on Lot 1, Block 1, Tex Sota Addition, 5500 Douglas Drive
North, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
6. R. C. Ernst of R. C. E. Corporation appeared regarding
application #75-5 to rezone from R-1 District (single family
dwelling) to C-1 District (comrnorcial.) that part of the
South 273" of the East 1/4 of the SES of NDi of Section 4,
T-118, R-21, lying West of County Road 10, except streets,
March 10, 1975 - continued
58th & County Road 10, to allow construction of a neighbor-
hood convenience center. There was some discussion regard-
ing an access off of County Road 10 and/or 58th Ave., spot
zoning, off street parking requirements and traffic problems.
Moved by Commissioner Juday and seconded by Commissioner
Peters to table until the April 14th meeting application
075-5 to enable the applicant to get in touch with Hennepin
County to see whether or not he can have an access on
County Road 10 and further to bring in final plot plans oit
the proposed building.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Juday trri seconded by Commissioner Peters
to adjourn.
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Chairman V sen
Secretary Neubart
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11ARCF 24, 1975
The regular meetinc,, of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Andersen, Berg-
man, Elsen, Neubarth, Nystrom and Plasencia; the following were
absent: Ellefson, Juday, Peters and Ryan; also present were
planning consultants Sherburne and Schmock.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom
to approve the minutes of the March 10, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
!. It being 7:30 p.m., Chairman Elsen declared this was the time
and the place for a public hearing to consider the following
requests of Crystal Evangelical Free Church, 6421 45th Ave.
North:
Application #75-3 for rezoning from R-1 District (single
family dwelling) to C-1 District (commercial) property
located north of 45th Ave. and east of Florida Ave. and
legally described as follows:
.,.,S9uth.127.83_' of ,the,.West 107' of
except street, Section 8, T. 118,
Fifth Principal Meridian, Hennepin
Lot 1, Block 1, Mohr Addition.
Lot 2, Block 1, Mohr Addition.
the East 640' of SE4
R. 21, West of the
County.
West 621-2' of East 470.5' of that part of SE4 of SE4
lying South of Banholzers.Addition, except street, Section 8,
T. 118, R. 21.
West 60' of East 408' of that part of SE4 of SE4 lying
South of Banholzers Addition, except street, Section 8,
T. 118, R. 21.
North 97.83' of South 225.66' of West 107' of East 640'
of SE4, Section 8, T. 118, R. 21.
Application 475-2 for a variance in front and rear yard setbacks
for the construction of a church on Lots 2 & 3, Fairview Acres,
located on 45th Ave. between Florida Ave. and Douglas Drive.
Warren E. Phifer, Ed Farrell, Jim Hagman, Rev. Jerry Nelson,
and Norm Sessing, architect, representatives from the Crystal
Evangelical Free Church, appeared and explained their plans
for constructing a two-story addition to the east of existing
building to house a new sanctuary for seating of approximately
750 people, with parking north of 45th Ave. on lots they
presently own or have options on which would allow 168 parking
stalls. Approximately 100 people attended the hearing includ-
ing the following who identified themselves and indicated they
were opposed to the rezoning and variances requested:
March 24, 1975 - continued
David Allivato, 6517 45 Pl.
Carl Johnson, 6616 45 Ave.
Mrs. T. Higgins, 6610 45 Ave.
John Duxbury, 4407 Douglas Dr.
Mrs. Milton Stacy, 6420 44 Ave.
Lester Banholzer, 4525 Douglas Dr.
Russell Lerud, 6321 46 Ave.
C. R. Wilson, 6409 44 Ave.
Terry Johnson, 6400 44 Ave.
Mickey DeBruyn, 6906 46 Pl.
E. B. Comer, Jr., 4509 Florida
Bob Emerton, mother lives at
6317 45 Ave.
Jim Eifert, 6512 45 Pl.
Terry Higgins, 6610 45 Ave.
John Thomas, 6605 45 Ave.
Mrs. Eleanore Tatro, 6406 44 A
Barbara Zaic, 6517 45 Ave.
James Zaic, 6517 45 Ave.
Ave.
ve.
Terry Johnson, 6400 44 Ave., presented a petition from the neighbor-
hood against the rezoning and variances requested. There was much
discussion regarding the proposed plans for a new sanctuary and
parking lot, including possible drainage problems, off street park-
ing problems, variances requested, no parking signs, the proposed
P-1 zoning, etc.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Neubarth to recommend to grant approval of rezoning application
#75-3 of Crystal Evangelical Free Church from R-1 District to
C-1 District as legally described above;'•`'with an agreement -'between
the City and Church that this property be used only for parking
and will be reclassified and zoned to P-1 district when it becomes
available under the new zoning code, and also upon petition of
residents to restrict street parking during church services. By
roll call and voting aye: Bergman, Neubarth, Nystrom and Plas-
encia; voting no: Andersen and Elsen.
Motion carried 4 to 2.
Moved by Commissioner Neubarth and seconded by Commissioner Bergman
that pursuant to Section 42.21 of Chapter 42, Zoning Regulations
of the Crystal City Code, Adjustments, to recommend to the Council
to vary or modify the strict application of Section 42.16, Area
Regulations for Residential Districts, to allow a variance of 2' in
front yard setback and 16.5' in rear yard setback for the con-
struction of a church on Lots 2 & 3, Fairview Acres, located on
45 Ave. between Florida Ave. and Douglas Drive, as requested in
application #75-2. By roll call and voting aye: Bergman and
Neubarth; voting no: Andersen, Elsen, Nystrom and Plasencia.
Motion lost 2 to 4.
2. Application #75-1 of Orest Harasyn for a parking variance on
Lot 4, Block 2, Ostman's 5th Addition, 4801 Idaho Ave. North
which was tabled at the March 10th meeting to enable the
applicant to get an appraiser's report as to whether or not
the property has been damaged -in excess of fifty percent.
As this report has not been finalized, the Building Inspector
recommended this matter be continued until the next regular
meeting.
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March 24, 1975 - continued
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to table application 4,75-1 of Orest Harasyn until
April 14th for additional input.
Motion carried.
3. Discussion regarding the new zoning on certain parcels and
the method of notifying owners regarding the changes in their
zoning, because of the reclassification required of certain
lands to conform to the proposed zoning code under con-
sideration for enactment.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Andersen to hold public hearings at 7:30 p.m., April 14, 1975
to consider reclassification of certain lands within the City
of Crystal lying south of the Soo Line Railroad right-of-way,
and at 7:30 p.m., April 28, 1975, to further consider certain
lands within the City of Crystal lying north of the Soo Line
Railroad right-of-way. Said public hearings to be held in the
Crystal Municipal Building, 4141 Douglas Drive.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Andersen to adjourn.
` Secretary Neubarth
Chairman sen
APRIL 14, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Andersen, Berg-
man, Ellefson, Elsen, Juday, Neubarth, Nystrom, Peters and
Plasencia; the following were absent: Ryan; also present were
planning consultants Sherburne and Schmock.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom
to approve the minutes of the March 24, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
i. It being 7:30 p.m., Chairman Elsen declared this was the time
and the place for a public hearing on the reclassification of
certain lands within the City of Crystal lying south of the
Soo Line Railroad right-of-way to conform to the proposed
zoning code, pursuant to Chapter V, Planning and Use Regulations,
Crystal City Code, and Minnesota Planning Act, Minnesota
Statutes Sections 462.351 to 462.363. Approximately 75 people
attended the hearing including the following people who
identified themselves and made the following requests:
John Rockford of Draper & Kramer Inc., regarding Lamplighter
Square Shopping Center, 2700-48 Douglas Drive - requested
reclassification from B-2 to B-4 because of the more uses.
Robert Zahner re. 4217 Adair Ave. N.
Richard Breustedt re. 5515-25 34th Ave. N.
Ross Shadinger of Bart Inc., re. Super Value property at
42nd & Douglas Drive - requested reclassification from
B-2 to B-4 because of the more uses that could go in there.
Harold Herman, owner of property at 36th & Douglas Drive -
requested a B-4 instead of a B-2 because it is too restricted.
Bob Fleming re. Furniture Barn, 5101 Lakeland Ave. N.
Gregory Blaz re. 3603-05 Vera Cruz Ave. N. - requested a
B-4 instead of B -l.
Al Schempp, 6326 36th Ave. N.
Myron Russell re. Russ Bake & Pizza Shop, 36th & Douglas.
Jerry Jakubiec, re. barbershop at 36th & Douglas Drive.
Ed L'Herault of Post Publishing Co. re. 5617 Corvallis Ave.
Sandra Gale re. vacant lot at 3148 Douglas Drive - requested
C-1 zoning to remain.
Dan Osterhus re. lots at 49th & West Broadway
Reno Ciatti of Reno's Hardware re. 36th & Douglas Drive.
John Fanning re. Crystal Cleaning Village, 6016 42nd Ave. -
requested reclassification to B-4 instead of B-1 which
would permit dry cleaning.
Orest Harasyn, 4801 Idaho Ave. - requested reclassification
to a B-2 instead of B-1.
Herb Elfstrom re. 3401 Vera Cruz Ave. -- requested reclassi-
fication from B-2 to B-4 because he is having difficulty
in renting the property.
Wm. Borry re. 6221 42nd Ave. - requested a reclassification
to B-3 from B-2 in case he ever sells the lot to Shell Oil.
Sophia Perlick re. 6308 34th Ave. N.
April 14, 1975 - continued
Harold Lange re. property at 34th & Douglas Drive.
Chuck Hillstrom, 330715-25 Vera Cruz Ave. - requested reclassi-
fication to B-4 on all three parcels.
Henry Stenquist re. property at 4801 Idaho Ave. N.
After further discussion, Chairman Elsen announced that the public
hearing would be continued April 28, 1975.
2. Messrs. Orest Harasyn and Henry Stenquist appeared regarding
application #75-1 for a parking variance on Lot 4, Block 2,
Ostman's 5th Addition, 4801 Idaho Ave. North, which was tabled
March 24th to enable the applicant to bring in a finalized
appraiser's report. A copy of a report was presented from
Zejdlik-Harmala, architects, who checked the extent of the fire
damage to the building and determined the loss to be 48.2% of
the value. There was discussion regarding whether a variance
in parking would be necessary if they construct the building
the same as it was before, which could not be determined until
detailed plans are presented.
Moved by Commissioner Neubarth and seconded by Commissioner
Andersen to table application #75-1 for a parking variance on
Lot 4, Block 2, Ostman's 5th Addition, to April 28th to enable
the architect to present plans, and it was the general con-
sensus of the commission that with the report of Zejdlik-
Harmala as to the total loss valuation that they would be
able to rebuild structure as it was without a variance.
Motion carried.
3. Final approval of FIRST FEDERAL-RON DOPP SECOND ADDITION, which
is a replat of Lot 1, Block 1, First Federal Ron Dopp Addition,
55th & West Broadway. Applicant --First Federal Savings & Loan
Association.
Moved by Commissioner Neubarth and seconded by Commissioner
Peters to recommend to grant final approval of FIRST FEDERAL-
RON DOPP SECOND ADDITION, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
4. Mr. David L. Kasell, Real Estate Developer, appeared regarding
a building permit for a 91'x42' restaurant on Lot 2, Block 1,
proposed First Federal -Ron Dopp Second Addition, for Wyman
Nelson Enterprises, Inc.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner Juday
to recommend to approve authorization to issue building permit
#23006 to Wyman Nelson Enterprises, Inc. to build a 91'x42'
restaurant on Lot 2, Block 1, proposed First Federal -Ron Dopp
Second Addition, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
April 14, 1975 - continued
5. Mr. Herb Howe appeared regarding a building permit for remodel-
ing an existing building on Lot 1, Block 1, Bouchard's Addi-
tion, 6023 42nd Ave. North, for King Doughnut.
Moved by Commissioner Juday and seconded by Commissioner Peters
to recommend to approve authorization to issue building per-
mit #23002 to Don -A1 Builders for remodeling an existing
building on Lot 1, Block 1, Bouchard's Addition, 6023 42nd
Ave. North, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
6. Mr. Jerry Essner appeared regarding a building permit for
remodeling in existing building (formerly Market Tire) on
Lot 1, Block 1, Lafayette lst Addition, 5531 Lakeland Ave.
North, for The Muffler Clinic Inc. of Mpls.
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to recommend to approve authorization to issue building
permit #23017 to Jerry Essner for remodeling in existing
building on Lot 1, Block 1, Lafayette lst Addition, 5531 Lake-
land Ave. North, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
7. Building permit for alterations in front of existing building
at 5215 West Broadway. Applicant --Tom Hammer.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to approve authorization to issue building
permit #23022 to Tom Hammer for constructing a mansford
front to existing building at 5215 West Broadway, subject L
standard procedure.
Motion carried.
8. R. C. Ernst of R.C.E. Corporation called requesting that
application #75-5 for rezoning from R-1 District to C-1
District be continued until April 28th meeting to allow
him to obtain additional information regarding proposal.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Juday to table application #75-5 until April 28th meeting,
as requested by applicant.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Ellefson and seconded by Commissioner Bergman
to adjourn.
Chairma Elsen
` Secretary Neubarth
APRIL 28, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Andersen, Berg-
man, Ellefson, Elsen, Neubarth, Nystrom and Plasencia; the follow-
ing were absent: Juday, Peters and Ryan; also present were plan-
ning consultants Sherburne and Schmock.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner Plasencia
to approve the minutes of the April 14, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
i. It being 7:30 p.m., Chairman Elsen declared this was the time
and the place for the continuation of a public hearing on the
reclassification of certain lands within the City of Crystal
lying north of the Soo Line Railroad right-of-way to conform
to the proposed zoning code, pursuant to Chapter V, Planning
and Use Regulations, Crystal City Code, and Minnesota Planning
Act, Minnesota Statutes Sections 462.351 to 462.363. Approxi-
mately 125 people attended the hearing including the following
who identified themselves:
Bob Mack, gas station at 4800 56th Ave. -- questioned how
change to a B-3 from C-1 would affect his property in
the future if it had a different use.
Henry Kristal, Embers Restaurants, 5756 Lakeland Ave. - requested
a B-4 or at least a B-3 on entire parcel with a stipulation
that a carpet store would be allowed in the zoning.
Charles Emick, Crystal Liquor Store & Wong's Chow Mein,
5430 Lakeland Ave. - requested a B-3 instead of a B-2.
Walter Wampach, car wash at 5272 West Broadway - requested a
B-4 instead of I-1.
James Steiner re. 6418 56th Ave. - requested a B-4 instead of B-2.
C. M. Rallis, Crystal Brook Cleaners, 6518-28 56th Ave. --
requested a B-4 instead of B-2 which would allow dry cleaning.
Al Schrader, Hart Custom Homes, 5501 Lakeland Ave. - requested
a B-4 instead of I-1.
John Besonen, Timesavers, 5268 Hanson Court - requested a 1-2
instead of I-1 which would allow them to expand.
John Keefe, North Kurtz Momsen Co., gas station at 5419 Lakeland -
requested a classification to fit in with use of gas station
instead of I-1.
Representative for McDonald's, 5400 West Broadway - requested
change from. I-1 to B-4 so they could remodel if they so
desired.
Harold Boman, residence at 5257 Hanson Court - requested a
B-4 instead of I-1.
Representative for Royal Crown Motel, 6000 Lakeland Ave. -
has a B-3; wants a classification that would cover parking
of semi trailers.
Joyce Kranz, residence at 5401 Florida Ave. - changed to B-2
which limits the uses.
Arthur Peterson, 5240-48 West Broadway - requested a I-2 instead
of I-1 which would allow them to expand.
April 28, 1975 - continued
Mr. Grossman, 5707 West Broadway, Leib's - requested a B-4
on both lots that they own.
Bob Benedict, 5636-40 West Broadway - thinks the whole program
should be dropped until West Broadway and Bass Lake Road
in Crystal is completed; should kick around input to the
Planning Commission before any recommendation to the Council.
Ilene Saunders, Crystal Furniture Store, 5530-40 West Broadway -
sees no sense in the reclassification; would prefer a B-4
so they could remodel in the future if they chose to.
John Gladwin, 5241 Hanson Court - requested a I-2 instead of I-1.
Representative from Modern Tool, 5217 Hanson Court - requested
a I-2 instead of I-1.
Donald Matuseski, Modern Wall Co., 5425-31 Lakeland Ave. -
requested a I-2 instead of I-1.
Sylvia Turner, residence at 5256 West Broadway - requested a
B-4 instead of I-1 because she has a prospective buyer
who would use it for commercial.
Les Brown re. property at 5600 56th Ave. - requested a B-4
instead of B-1 which would have limited uses.
Sol Fisher, International House of Pancakes, 5518 Lakeland Ave.
have a large piece of land and would prefer a B-4 instead
of B-3 in case they sell part of the property.
Bill Nicklow, owner of property on West Broadway & Bass Lake
Road - thinks freeway should go in first and then rezone area;
requested a B-4 instead of I-1.
James Clair, residence at 5307 Edgewood Ave. - thinks all of
5300 block & Edgewood should be B-4 instead of B-1.
Richard Leslie, Norling Motors, 5548 Lakeland Ave. - questioned
whether change to B-3 would affect his present use.
Sam Fischman re. Champion Auto Store, 6616 56th Ave. & 5625
Hampshire - requested a B-4 instead of B-3 because some of
his present tenants would not be covered.
Lessee at Billiard Parlor, 6525 56th Ave.
Robert Meloy, 6607 56th Ave.
Walter Sipe, Sipe & Gray Co. - questions regarding storage tanks
on leased property by Soo Line Tracts which was reclassified I-1.
Representative from Carpet Country, 6523 56th Ave. - requested
a B-4 instead of I-1.
Stan Zieska, residence at 5518 Douglas Drive - requested a B-4
instead of I-1.
Ron Dopp, 1st Federal Savings & Loan, 5440 West Broadway
requested the entire plat be B-4 instead of I-1.
Bob Kinmore, Mr. Print, 5616 West Broadway - requested a classi-
fication that would include a print shop instead of B-2.
Boyd Anderson, 5153 Idaho Ave. - requested a I-2 instead of 1-1
which would cover manufacturing.
Don Olson, Mel Olson Honey Co., 5201 Douglas Drive --requested a
I-2 instead of I-1 which would include manufadturing..
Richard Boland, residence at 5400 Georgia Ave. - requested
R-1 instead of E-2.
Owner of property at 5241 West Broadway -_requested a I-2
instead of I-1 which would include manufacturing.
APRIL 28, 1975 - continued
John Kelly, Towle Co. re. Crystal Shopping Center - questions
regarding the interpretation of the uses.allowed in
classifications; whether gas station in shopping center
would be a non -conforming use in a B-4.
Doug Hanson, Tri State Land, subsidiary of Soo Line re.
property at 54th & Vera Cruz Ave. - property reclassified
to I-1; requested the North 410 feet to be changed to B-4
and the balance to remain I-1.
Representative regarding,Lots-2,3,4 & 5, Ahrens Addition -
requested a,B-4 instead of I-1.
Medalia Mfg. Co., 5211 Lakeland Ave. - requested a T-2
instead of I-1.
I,nights of Columbus, 4947 West Broadway - requested all three
parcels have same classification.
There was further discussion regarding the proposed reclassi-
fication. with emphasis on the Bass Lake Road and West Broadway
area. Jack Irving, City Manager, commented on the input
received from the audience.
Moved by Commissioner Ellefson and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to gather the input received from the two public
hearings and refer it back to the staff and City Planner
and that they come up with recommendations and renotify the
property owners.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to continue the public hearing to July 28; 1975,
at 8:00 p.m., to further consider proposed reclassification
of certain lands within the City of Crystal.
Motion carried.
Messrs. Henry Stenquist, architect, and Orest Harasyn, owner
of property at 4801 Idaho Ave. North, appeared regarding a
building permit for reconstruction and remodeling after fire
of a 90'x56' building on Lot 4, Block 2, Ostman's 5th Addition.
Mr. Stenquist presented site plans and there was discussion
regarding the building plans and it was determined that a
parking variance would not be needed.
Moved by Commissioner Ellefson and seconded by Commissioner
Andersen to recommend to approve authorization to issue
building permit #23061 for reconstruction and remodeling of
a 90'x56' building at 4801 Idaho Ave. North, Lot 4, Block 2,
Ostinan's 5th Addition, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
3. Mr. R. C. Ernst of R.C.E. Corporation appeared regarding
application #75-5 for rezoning from R-1 District (single
family dwelling) to C-1 District (commercial) that part of
the South 273' of the East 1/4 of the SE4 of NE4 of Section 4,
T-118, R-21, lying west of County Road 10, except streets,
APRIL 28, 1975 - continued
58th & County Road 10, to allow construction of a neighborhood
convenience center, which was tabled April 14th as per request
of the applicant. There was some discussion regarding plot
plans, proposed ingress and egress and off-street parking.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Neubarth to recommend denial of application #75-5 of R.C.E.
Corporation to rezone from R-1 District to C-1 District that
part of the South 273' of the East 1/4 of the SE4 of NE 4
of Section 4, T-118, R-21, lying west of County Road 10,
except streets, because it is spot zoning in a residential
zone and does not conform with our recommended comprehensive plan.
Motion carried.
4. Mr. Glenn Barnett of Volp Construction Co. appeared regarding
a building permit for reconstruction and remodeling after
fire at 6616 56th Ave. North (Champion Auto Store), Lot 2,
Block 1, Ken's lst Addition, for Samuel Fishman.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Neubarth to recommend to approve authorization to issue
building permit 023049 to Volp Construction Co. for recon-
struction and remodeling after fire at 6616 56th Ave. North,
Lot 2, Block 1, Ken's lst Addition, subject to standard pro-
cedure.
Motion carried.
�. Application #75-7 for a variance of 68 sq. ft. of detached
accessory building at 4944 Jersey Ave. North, Lot 11, Block 2,
Russ Fourth Addition, applicant Leonard L. Reed. Mr. Reed
proposes to build a 24'x26' (624 sq. ft.) garage; allowable
area is 556 sq. ft.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Plasencia that pursuant to Section 42.21 of Chapter 42,
Zoning Regulations of the Crystal City Code, Adjustments,
to recommend to the Council to vary or modify the strict
application of Section 42.19(a), Accessory Building Regulations,
to allow an additional 68 sq. ft. of detached accessory
building at 4944 Jersey Ave. North, Lot 11, Block 2, Russ
Fourth Addition, as requested in application #75-7.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Neubarth and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom
to adjourn. Motion carried.
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Chairman sen
Secretary Neubarth
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MAY 12, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Bergman, Ellef-
son, Elsen, Neubarth, Nystrom and Plasencia; the following were
absent: Andersen, Juday, Peters and Ryan; also present was plan-
ning consultant Schmock.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner Ellef-
son to approve the minutes of the April 28, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
1. Final approval of TWIN LAKE ORCHARD ADDITION which is a replat
of Lot 14, Auditor's Subdivision No. 328, located at 54th &
Orchard Ave. North. Applicant --Elaine Olson.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Neubarth to recommend to grant final approval of TWIN LAKE
ORCHARD ADDITION, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
2. Bill Iwen of A & G Enterprises appeared regarding tentative
approval of proposed SUNNYBROOK ACRES 3RD ADDITION which is a
replat of Lot 10, Block 2, Sunnybrook Acres 2nd Addition,
located at the northeast quadrant of 32nd Ave. & Douglas Drive.
This proposed plat was granted tentative approval by the Plan-
ning Commission and City Council in 1970 but was not followed
through for final approval.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Plasencia to recommend to grant tentative approval of proposed
SUNNYBROOK ACRES 3RD ADDITION, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
3. Tentative approval of proposed EMBERS 2ND ADDITION which is
a replat of Lot 1, Block 1, Embers Addition, located at 58th
Ave. North & Highway 52. Applicant --Henry Kristal of Highway
52 Embers, Inc.
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to recommend to grant tentative approval of proposed
EMBERS 2ND ADDITION, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
3. Mr. & Mrs. Arthur H. Santo appeared regarding tentative
approval of preliminary plat of proposed SANTO ADDITION which
is the East 151.50 feet of Lot 14, Block 4, Rosedale Acres,
located at 34th & Brunswick Ave. North. An additional 10'
of street right-of-way is required for 34th Ave. North and
Brunswick Ave. North abutting said plat. The preliminary
proposal shows only the 10' for Brunswick Ave. North and not
the 10' required on 34th Ave. North. In addition, there is a
12, 1975 - continued
summer screen house encroaching on Lot 1 of the proposed
plat, and the garage encroaches into the 10' right-of-way
required on 34th Ave. North. There was discussion regarding
moving of the garage and screen house to comply with the
zoning code and the dedication of an easement for street
right-of-way on 34th Ave., which would then make Lot 2 approxi-
mately 57' in width.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Neubarth to table for further study tentative approval of
proposed SANTO ADDITION to enable the applicant to examine
the possibility of moving the garage to comply with the
zoning code with the dedication of a street easement on 34th
Ave.
Motion carried.
5. H. W. Elfstrom appeared regarding building permit #23088 to
remodel existing building and install Mansford roof across
front and 60' of south side of building located at 3401
Vera Cruz Ave. North.
Moved by Commissioner Neubarth and seconded by Commissioner
Ellefson to recommend to approve authorization to issue
building permit #23088 to H. W. Elfstrom for remodeling
existing building and installing Mansford roof across front
and 60' of south side of building on that part of Lot 12 lying
East of the West 80' thereof, Block 1, Rosedale Acres,
3401 Vera Cruz Ave. North, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom
to adjourn.
Chairman lsen
Secretary Neubarth
E
JUNE 9, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Andersen, Berg-
man, Ellefson, Elsen, Neubarth, Nystrom, Peters and Plasencia;
the following were absent: Juday and Ryan; also present were
planning consultants Sherburne and Schmock.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to approve the minutes of the May 12, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
i. Mr. Howard A. Stevens appeared regarding application #75-8
for a variance of 55 sq. ft. of detached accessory building
at 4517 Colorado Ave. North. Mr. Stevens proposes to build
a 24'x30' (720 sq. ft.) detached garage; allowable area is
665 sq. ft.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman that pursuant to Section 42.21 of Chapter 42, Zoning
Regulations of the Crystal City Code, Adjustments, to recom-
mend to the Council to vary or modify the strict application
of Section 42.19(a), Accessory Building Regulations, to allow
an additional 55 sq. ft. of detached accessory building at
4517 Colorado Ave. North, legally described as the East 1/2
of the North 1/2 of that part of Lot 7 lying West of the
East 30 feet thereof, Block 2, Wagners Garden Tracts, as
requested in application #75-8.
Motion carried.
. Mr. Samuel J. Peraro of Samuel Properties, Inc., appeared
regarding application #75-9 for a 5 stall parking variance
to allow construction of a commercial building having 49
off-street parking stalls in lieu of the 54 required in the
zoning ordinance at 5736 Lakeland Ave. North, Lot 2, Block 1,
proposed Embers 2nd Addition. The City Engineer indicated
that.54 parking stalls are available on the plot plans, but
felt that it would be desirable to eliminate the five parking
stalls in front of the building and landscape it for green
area inasmuch as they have adequate parking.
Moved by Commissioner Neubarth_and.seconded by.Commissioner
Andersen that pursuant to Section 42.21 of Chapter 42, Zoning
Regulations of the Crystal City Code, Adjustments, to recom-
mend to the Council to vary or modify the strict application
of Section 42.13, Off Street Parking Requirements, to allow
a 5 stall parking variance at 5736 Lakeland Ave. North,
Lot 2, Block 1, proposed Embers 2nd Addition, as requested
in application #75-9 inasmuch as the variance is in the
interest of scenic beauty along the highway in putting
the additional parking into green area, and the site does
have adequate parking.
Motion carried.
9, 1975 - continued
3. Mr. Samuel J. Peraro of Samuel Properties Inc. appeared
regarding a building permit for a commercial building on
Lot 2, Block 1, proposed Embers 2nd Addition, 5736 Lakeland
Ave. North. Mr. Peraro proposes to use the building for a
carpet business with entrances on Cloverdale and Colorado
Avenues.
Moved by Commissioner Neubarth and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to approve authorization to issue build-
ing permit #23218 to Samuel Properties Inc. to build a
commercial building on Lot 2, Block 1, proposed Embers 2nd
Addition, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
4. Building permit for remodeling and alterations to existing
building at 303 Willow Bend, Lot 1, Block 1, Crystal Shopping
Center for office, retail sales and warehousing. Applicant --
Arnold E. Hillukka of Finnish Sauna Builders.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to recommend to approve authorization to issue building
permit #23177 to Finnish Sauna Builders for remodeling and
alterations to existing building at 303 Willow Bend, Lot 1,
Block 1, Crystal Shopping Center, subject to standard pro-
cedure.
Motion carried.
5. Building permit for remodeling and alterations in the
lower level of the old Crystal Assembly of God Church,
4100 Douglas Drive North, Lot 3, Block 1, Assemblies of God
Addition. Applicant --Crystal Assembly of God Church.
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Ellefson to recommend to approve authorization to issue
building permit #23185 to Crystal Assembly of God Church for
remodeling and alterations in lower level of -old church, at
4100 Douglas Drive, Lot 3, Block 1, Assemblies of God Addition,
subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
6. Building permit for remodeling and alterations to existing
building at 5415 West Broadway, Tract A, Registered Land
Survey No. 794 and Outlot 1, Cardinal Court. Applicant --
Kabul Records.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to approve authorization to issue a
building permit to Kabul Records for remodeling and altera-
tions to existing building at 5415 West Broadway, Tract A,
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JUNE 9, 1975 - continued
Registered Land Survey No. 794 and Outlot 1, Cardinal
Court, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman.
Motion carried.
Secretary Neubarth
Ch' an Elsen
JULY 14, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Andersen, Berg-
man, Elsen, Neubarth, Nystrom and Peters; Plasencia arrived at
7:35 p.m.; the following were absent: Ellefson, Juday and Ryan;
also present were planning consultants Sherburne and Schmock.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom
to approve the minutes of the June 9, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
1. Final approval of EMBERS 2ND ADDITION which is a replat of
Lot 1, Block 1, Embers Addition, located at 58th Ave. North
& Highway 52. Applicant --Highway 52 Embers, Inc.
Moved by Commissioner Neubarth and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to grant final approval of EMBERS 2ND
ADDITION, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
2. Mr. Boyer Palmer appeared regarding tentative approval of
proposed KUBINSKI AND PALMER ADDITION which is a replat of
part of Lot 26, Auditor's Subdivision No. 226, and Lot 2,
Block 1, Spilane Addition, located at 57th Ave. & Kentucky
Ave. North. Applicant--Kubinski and Palmer Co.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to recommend to grant tentative approval of KUBINSKI
AND PALMER ADDITION, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
3. Mr. Richard L. Dempsey appeared regarding tentative approval
of proposed CRYSTALWOOD plat, which is a replat of Lot 8,
Block 4, Gardendale Acres, located north of 32nd Ave. and
Douglas Drive.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Andersen to recommend to grant tentative approval of CRYSTAL -
WOOD plat, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
4. Mr. Richard L. Dempsey appeared regarding tentative approval
of proposed DONNA'S ADDITION, which is a replat of Lot 13,
Block 3, Gardendale Acres, located north of 32nd Ave. &
Hampshire Ave. There was some discussion regarding this pro-
posed plat being in the Bassett Creek Water Shed District.
Moved by Commissioner Neubarth and seconded by Commissioner
Peters to recommend to grant tentative approval of DONNA'S
ADDITION subject to standard procedure, and further that this
proposal be referred to Bassett Creek Flood Control Commission
for comments and recommendation and that response be received
from B.C.F.C.C. prior to submittal to City Council.
Motion carried.
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JULY 14, 1975 - continued
5. Mr. Leonard W. Christiansen appeared regarding application
#75-10 for a l' to 6' variance of the 35' setback require-
ment from Twin Lake Terrace to build a 15'x28' carport on
Lot 1, Block 1, Spears Addition, 4710 56th Ave. North.
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Peters that pursuant to Section 42.21 of Chapter 42, Zoning
Regulations of the Crystal City Code, Adjustments, to
recommend to the Council to vary or modify the strict appli-
cation of Section 42.16(b) to allow a l' to 6' variance
of the 35' setback requirement from Twin Lake Terrace to
build a 15'x28' carport on Lot 1, Block 1, Spears Addition,
4710 56th Ave. North, as requested in application #75-10
of Norman Interiors, Inc.
Motion carried.
6. Mr. John J. Day of Medina Properties, Inc. appeared regard-
ing a building permit for a 72'x98' office warehouse at
5343 Lakeland Ave. North, Lot 2, Crystal Industrial
Addition.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to approve authorization to issue a
building permit to Medina Properties, Inc. for a 72'x98'
office warehouse at 5343 Lakeland Ave. North, Lot 2,
Crystal Industrial Addition, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
7. Mr. Paul Katz of Paul Katz & Associates, Inc., appeared
regarding a building permit for a 80'x14'8" warehouse
building for Warner Hardware at 141 Willow Bend, Crystal
Shopping Center.
Moved by Commissioner Neubarth and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to recommend to approve authorization to issue a
building permit for a 80'x14'8" warehouse building for
Warner Hardware at 141 Willow Bend, Crystal Shopping Center,
subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Andersen and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to adjourn.
Secretary Neubarth
Motion carried.
Chairm Elsen
JULY 28, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 8:00 p.m. with the following members present: Bergman,
Ellefson, Elsen, Neubarth, Nystrom and Plasencia; the following
were absent: Andersen, Juday, Peters and Ryan; also present
were planning consultants Sherburne and Schmock, and Peter
Herlofsky, Assistant City Manager.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to approve the minutes of the July 14, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
I. It being 8:00 p.m., Chairman Elsen declared this was the time
and the place for the continuation of the public hearing
to consider the proposed reclassification of certain lands
within the City of Crystal. Mr. David Licht, City Planner,
was present and passed out literature regarding the zoning
ordinance revision, text modifications and proposed zoning
maps. Mr. Licht reviewed what they did initially in the
reclassification and what they are presently proposing. An
explanation was made of the procedure used in revising the
zoning map into the various use districts. There was dis-
cussion regarding the proposed changes in the use classi-
fication of various parcels, and the notification of property
owners regarding the continuation of the public hearing,
after which the following motion was made:
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Neubarth to continue the public hearing until August 11,
1975, at 8:00 p.m.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to adjourn.
Chairman lsen
Seci fa ` Neubarth
AUGUST 11, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Bergman,
Ellefson, Elsen, Neubarth and Peters; Plasencia arrived at 7:45 p.m.;
the following were absent: Andersen, Juday, Nystrom and Ryan;
also present were planning consultants Sherburne and Schmock and
Assistant City Manager Herlofsky.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Ellefson to approve the minutes of the July 28, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
1. Building permit for remodeling to existing building at
5359 West Broadway, Lot 8, Block 1, Becker's Addition.
Applicant--Superamerica-Division of Northwestern Refining
Co.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Ellefson to recommend to approve authorization to issue
building permit #23776 to Superamerica-Division of North-
western Refining Co. for remodeling to existing building
at 5359 West Broadway, Lot 8, Block 1, Becker's Addition,
subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
?. Neil Moen of Arby's Roast Beef appeared regarding a
building permit for remodeling in storage area and building
a fence for enclosing trash area at 5629 West Broadway,
Lot 1, Block 1, General Mills Addition.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Neubarth to recommend to approve authorization to issue
building permit #23812 to Antler Corporation for remodeling
in storage area and building a fence for enclosing trash
area at Arby's Roast Beef, 5629 West Broadway, Lot 1, Block i,
General. Mills Addition, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
3. Gary L'Herault of Post Publications appeared regarding
application #75-11 for a variance in off-street parking
to allow construction of a building at 5613-15-17 Corvallis
Ave. North, Lot 3, Block 1, Schroeder's 2nd Addition-.
According to the staff's findings, only 38 of the 65
parking stalls shown on the site plan comply; 68 stalls art:
required by our zoning ordinance. There was discussion
regarding their proposed plans and the off-street parking
requirements.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Peters to table for further study application #75-11 of Post
Publications to allow a 30 stall parking variance at
5613-15-17 Corvallis Ave. North so additional plans can be
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drawn up .and the possibility of acquisition of additional
property.
Motion carried.
4. It being 8:00 p.m., Chairman Elsen declared this was the
time and the place for the continuation of the public hearing
of July 28, 1975, to consider the proposed reclassification of
certain lands within the City of Crystal pursuant to Chapter V,
Planning and Use Regulations, Crystal City Code and Minnesota
Planning Act, Minnesota Statutes Sections 462.351 to 462.363.
Mr. David Licht, City Planner, gave a brief resume on the
intent of the proposed zoning code and the procedure used
in revising the zoning map into the various use districts.
Mr. Licht reviewed some of the changes which were requested
or indicated for better development of the City. Approxi-
mately 25 persons attended the hearing. The Chairman asked
those present to voice their opinions and ask questions con-
cerning the proposed zoning. The following persons identified
themselves with several requesting a change in the proposed
zoning:
Jerry Jensen re. Holiday Station, 5521 Lakeland Ave.
Dick Kauffmann re. Lot 10, Robbinsdale Gardens
Joe Bolton of Kunz Oil Co. re. station at 6000 42nd Ave.
Jim Wodziak re. Palace Inn, 5607 West Broadway
Stan Zieska re. 5518 Douglas Drive
John Kelly of Towle Co. re. Crystal Shopping Center
Sol Fisher re. International House of Pancakes,
5518 Lakeland Ave. (requested a B-4 instead of B-3)
John Day re. 5353 Lakeland Ave.
Jack Hoffman re. 6402 56th Ave. N.
Connie Rallis re. 6518 56th Ave. N.
Leo Lutgen re. 5000-18-34 West Broadway (requested a
B-4 instead of I-2)
Louie Paulson re. Louie's Liquor Store, 4920 West Broadway
Mel Olson of Mel Olson Honey Co. re. 5201 Douglas Drive
Chairman Elsen asked if there were any further comments or
questions. Mr. Licht indicated he would review the input
received from the meeting and requests received in the mail
and submit his recommendations to the Planning Commission
before their August 25th meeting at which time the Planning
Commission could review them and submit their recommendations
to the City Council. Chairman Elsen closed the public hearing
at 8:56 p.m.
Moved by Commissioner Ellefson a)id seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to adjourn. Motion carried.
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Chairmaq lsen
Secretary Neubarth
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AUGUST 25, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present; Anderson, Berg-
man, Ellefson, Elsen, Neuharth, Nystrom, Peters and Ryan; the
following were absent: Juday and Plasencia; also present were
Planning Consultant Schmock, Assistant City Manager Herlofsky
and Assistant City Engineer Smith.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Peters to approve the minutes of the August 11, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
1. Messrs. Don Hustad from Hustad-Pontinen Architects, Inc. and
Jerry Kranz from Kranz Construction Co. appeared regarding
final approval of KUBINSKI AND PALMER ADDITION which is a
replat of part of Lot 26, Auditor's Subdivision #226 and
Lot 2, Block 1, Spilane Addition located at 57th and Kentucky
Ave. North. Applicant--Kubinski and Palmer Co.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to recommend to grant final approval of KUBINSKI AND
PALMER ADDITION, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
2. Messrs. Don Hustad from Hustad-Pontinen Architects, Inc.
and Jerry Kranz from Kranz Construction Co. appeared regard-
ing a building permit for a 130'x130' office building at
7000 57th Ave. North, Lot 1, Block 1, Kubinski and Palmer
Addition.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Andersen to recommend to approve authorization to issue
a building permit for a one-story, 1301x130' office building
at 7000 57th Ave. North, Lot 1, Block 1, Kubinski and Palmer
Addition, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
3. Final approval of Sunnybrook Acres 3rd Addition which is a
replat of Lot 10, Block 2, Sunnybrook Acres 2nd Addition
(Northeast quadrant of 32nd and Douglas Drive). Applicant --
A & G Enterprises.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to grant final approval of SUNNYBROOK
ACRES 3RD ADDITION, subject to standard procedure.
;'Motion carried.
4. Mr. H. W. Elfstrom appeared regarding building permit #23828
to install a mansard roof across front of building at
3401 Vera Cruz Ave. North, on that part of Lot 12, Block 1,
Rosedale Acres, lying East of West 80 feet thereof.
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August 25, 1975 - continued
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Ellefson to recommend to approve authorization to issue
building permit #23828 to H. W. Elfstrom to install a
mansard roof across front of building at 3401 Vera Cruz Ave.
North, on that part of Lot 12, Block 1, Rosedale Acres,
lying East of West 80 feet thereof, subject to standard
procedure.
Motion carried.
5. Mr. Herlofsky, Assistant City Manager, reviewed the memos
received by the Planning Commission members regarding
zoning ordinance revisions as proposed by the Planning
Consultants, City Staff and Planning Commission direction.
The Planning Commission has reviewed and held public hearings
pursuant to Chapter V, Planning and Use Regulations, Crystal
City Code and Minnesota Planning Act, Minnesota Statutes
Sections 462.351 to 462.363, and received public input on
the proposed new zoning code.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to adopt the revised Zoning Code,
Section 515, and that Chapter 42, Zoning Regulations in the
Appendix of the Crystal City Code be repealed.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to adjourn.
Motion carried.
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SecretarNeubarth
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SEPTEMBER 8, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Andersen, Berg-
man, Ellefson, Elsen, Juday, Neubarth, Nystrom, Peters and
Plasencia; the following were absent: Ryan; also present were
planning consultants Schmock and Sherburne.
Moved by Commissioner Ellefson and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to approve the minutes of the August 25, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
1. Building permit application for remodeling and alterations
to existing building at 5445 Lakeland Ave. North, Lot 36,
Auditor's Subdivision No. 328, to Remnant King North, Inc.,
lessee (Former Robert Hall store).
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Juday to recommend to approve authorization to issue building
permit #24020 for remodeling and alterations in existing
building to Remnant King North, Inc., at 5445 Lakeland Ave.
North, Lot 36, Auditor's Subdivision No. 328, subject to
standard procedure.
Motion carried.
2. Building permit application for remodeling and alterations
to existing building at 6200 56th Ave. North, Lot 2, Block 1,
Blakeborough Addition, for Pic -a -Pop, lessee (former Team
Electronics).
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Ellefson to recommend to approve authorization to issue
building permit #24031 for remodeling and alterations in
existing building to Hoff Builders, at 6200 56th Ave. North,
Lot 2_, Block 1, Blakeborough Addition, subject to standard
procedure.
Motion carried.
3. Building permit application for remodeling and alterations
to existing building at 5551 Lakeland Ave. North, part of
Lot 38, Auditor's Subdivision No. 328, for Crystal Auto
Service and Sales, Inc.
Moved by Commissioner Neubarth and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to recommend to approve authorization to issue building
permit #24042 for alterations and remodeling in existing
building at 5551 Lakeland Ave. North, part of Lot 38,
Auditor's Subdivision No. 328, to Crystal Auto Service ani:'l Sales,
Inc., subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried,c
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September 8, 1975 - continued
4. Tentative approval of proposed DANIEL'S ADDITION which is
a replat of Lot 1, Block 1, Frejohn Acres, north of 32nd Ave.
& Zane Ave. Applicant --Gordon Peterson.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Neubarth to recommend to grant tentative approval of
DANIEL'S ADDITION, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
5. Application #75-12 for a variance of 68 sq. ft. of detached
accessory building at 4700 Florida Ave. North, Lot 8, Block 3,
Crystal Manor Addition, applicant Paul R. Williams. Mr.
Williams proposes to build a total of 816 sq. ft. of accessory
buildings; allowable area is 748 sq. ft.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Juday that pursuant to Section 42.21 of Chapter 42, Zoning
Regulations of the Crystal City Code, Adjustments, to
recommend to the Council to vary or modify the strict appli-
cation of Section 42.19(a), Accessory Building Regulations,
to allow an additional 68 sq. ft. of detached accessory
building at 4700 Florida Ave. North, Lot 8, Block 3, Crystal
Manor Addition, as requested in application #75-12 of Paul R.
Williams.
Motion carried.
6. The next regular Planning Commission meeting falls on
October 13th, which is a legal holiday. There was discussion
to determine an alternate date for the meeting.
Moved by Commissioner Andersen and seconded by"Commissioner
Peters that the next regular meeting of the Planning."Commiddion
will be held on Monday, October 6, 1975.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner Peters
to adjourn.
Chairman E sen
Secreta y Neuharth
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OCTOBER 6, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at
7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Andersen, Bergman,
Ellefson, Elsen, Juday, Neubarth, Nystrom, Plasencia and Ryan; the
following were absent: Peters; also present were planning con-
sultants Schmock and Sherburne.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Bergman
to approve the minutes of the September 8, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
1. Mr. Jerome Kranz appeared regarding application #75-13 for a
variance to enlarge his garage at 5401 Florida Avenue North,
Lot 3, Block 2, Rooney's Addition, which is zoned C-1 (com-
mercial).
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Neubarth that pursuant to Section 42.21 of Chapter 42, Zoning
Regulations of the Crystal City Code, Adjustments, to recommend
to the Council to vary or modify the strict application of
Section 42.14(a), Non -Conforming Uses, to allow an addition to
present garage at 5401 Florida Avenue North, Lot 3, Block 2,
Rooney's Addition, as requested in application #75-13.
Motion carried.
2. Building permit application for remodeling and alterations to
existing building and installation of two sprinkler heads at
5537 West Broadway, Lot 1, Block 1, Cardinal Court, to
Target Store.
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend.to approve authorization to issue building
permit #24234 for alterations and remodeling to existing
building and installation of two sprinkler heads to Target
Store, 5537 West Broadway, Lot 1, Block 1, Cardinal Court,
subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
3. Mr. Edward J. DeJarlais appeared regarding tentative approval
of proposed ROBBINSDALE GARDENS 2ND ADDITION which is a replat
of.part of Lot 8_,-Robbinsdale Gardens, Nevada & 33rd Ave. North.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to recommend to grant tentative approval of ROBBINSDALE
GARDENS 2ND ADDITION, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
4. Mr. G. G. Kranz appeared regarding tentative approval of
proposed SALSBERG 3RD ADDITION which is a replat of Lot 1,
Block 1, Salsberg 2nd Addition; Lot 2, Block 2, Holmquist
Addition; and part of Lot 30, Auditor's Subdivision No. 226,
57th & West Broadway
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October 6, 1975 - continued
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Juday to recommend to grant tentative approval of SALSBERG
3RD ADDITION, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
5. Mr. G. G. Kranz appeared regarding a building permit for a
36'x82' addition to the Thriftway Store at 5715 West Broad-
way, Lot 1, Block 1, proposed Salsberg 3rd Addition.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Ellefson to recommend to approve authorization to issue
building permit #24237 to G. G. Kranz & Sons Construction Co.
for a 36'x82' addition to Thriftway Store, 5715 West Broad-
way, Lot 1, Block 1, proposed Salsberg 3rd Addition, subject
to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
6. Mr. Roland D. Westphal appeared regarding a building permit
for remodeling and alterations to existing building at
5375 Lakeland Avenue North, Lot 1, Block 1, Crystal Industrial
Addition for Colonial Tops, Inc., lessee.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Juday to recommend to approve authorization to issue building
permit #24242 for alterations and remodeling to existing
building to Colonial Tops, Inc., at 5375 Lakeland Avenue
North, Lot 1, Block 1, Crystal Industrial Addition, subject
to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
7. Building permit application for remodeling and alterations
to existing building at 5213 West Broadway, Plat 54109,
Parcel 2000. Applicant --Thomas Hammer.
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Neubarth to recommend to approve authorization to issue
building permit #24253 for alterations and remodeling to
Thomas Hammer, at 5213 West Broadway, subject to standard
procedure.
Motion carried.
8. Messrs. Mark Bucalo of Hillebrand &'Son, Inc., and John
Kelly of Towle Co. appeared regarding building permit
application for remodeling and alterations to existing
building at 311 Willow Bend, Lot 1, Block 1, Crystal Shopping
Center (former Sveden House).
Moved by Commissioner Andersen and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to approve authorization to issue
building permit #24259 for alterations and remodeling to
Hillebrand & Son, Inc., 311 Willow Bend, Lot 1, Block 1,
Crystal Shopping Center, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
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October 6, 1975 - continued
9. Messrs. Jerry Grenz & Larry Lundgren appeared regarding
a building permit for remodeling and alterations to existing
building at 223 Willow Bend, Lot 1, Block 1, Crystal Shop-
ping Center.
Moved by Commissioner Ellefson and seconded by Commissioner
Juday to recommend to approve authorization to issue building
permit #24276 for alterations and remodeling to Pirate's Cove,
223 Willow Bend, Lot 1, Block 1, Crystal Shopping Center,
subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to set a public hearing for November 10, 1975 at
7:30 p.m. to consider application for a special use permit
to operate a pet shop at 223 Willow Bend, Lot 1, Block 1,
Crystal Shopping Center.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded }.,y Commissioner Juday
to adjourn. Motion carried.
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NOVEMBER 10, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Andersen,
Bergman, Elsen, Neubarth, Nystrom, Peters and Plasencia; the
following were absent: Ellefson, Juday and Ryan; also present
were planning consultants Schmock and Sherburne.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner Andersen
to approve the minutes of the October 6, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
1. It being 7:30 p.m., Chairman Elsen declared this was the time
and the place for a public hearing to consider application #75-14
of Pirate's Cove, Inc., for a special use permit for a dog
kennel on Lot 1, Block 1, Crystal Shopping Center, 223 Willow
Bend. Jerry Krenz and Larry Lundgren, applicants, appeared and
explained their plans for a pet shop. Chairman Elsen asked if
there were any persons present who wished to voice their opinions
or ask questions concerning the matter. No one appeared.
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to recommend to grant approval of application #75-14
of Pirate's Cove, Inc., for a special use permit for a dog
kennel on Lot 1, Block 1, Crystal Shopping Center, 223 Willow
Bend.
Motion carried.
2. Messrs. Ray Johnson & Bud Johnson of Bud Johnson Construction
Co., Inc. appeared regarding a building permit for remodeling
and alterations in existing Sinclair Station at 5417 36th Ave.
North, Tract A, Registered Land Survey No. 860.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Neubarth to recommend to approve authorization to issue
building permit #24345 to Bud Johnson Construction Co., Inc.
for remodeling and alterations in existing building at
5417 36th Ave. North, Tract A, Registered Land Survey No. 860,
subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
3. Mr. Harold J. Herman, owner, and a representative from Southland
Corporation appeared regarding a building permit for remodeling
and alterations in existing building at 3537 Douglas Drive,
Lots 1 to 6, Gardendale Acres.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to approve authorization to issue building
permit #24404 to The Southland Corporation for remodeling and
alterations in existing building at 3537 Douglas Drive,
Lots 1 to 6, Gardendale Acres, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
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November 10, 1975 - continued
4. Building permit application for remodeling and alterations in
existing building at 5430 Lakeland Ave. North, Lots 9 & 10,
Block 4, Boulevard Acres. Applicant --Maurice E. Nelson.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Andersen to recommend to approve authorization to issue -build-
ing permit #24407 to Maurice E. Nelson for remodeling and
alterations in existing building at 5430 Lakeland Ave. North,
Lots 9 & 10, Block 4, Boulevard Acres, subject to standard
procedure. Motion carried.
5. Mr. John A. Kinsell, applicant, appeared regarding application
#75-16 for rezoning Lots 7 & 8, Block 4, Rosedale Acres, 35th
& Douglas Drive, from R-1 District (single family dwelling)
to R-4 District (multiple dwellings). Mr. Kinsell explained
their plans for building three 8 -unit apartment buildings on
the site. There was discussion regarding this area being in
the flood plain district and the problems involved.
Moved by Commissioner Andersen and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to table for further study application #75-16 of
John A. Kinsell for rezoning Lots 7 & 8, Block 4, Rosedale
Acres, from R-1 District (single family dwelling) to R-4
District (multiple dwellings).
Motion carried.
6. Mr. Douglas R. Johnson, Manager of Hitchin Post Liquor,
appeared regarding a building permit for remodeling and
alterations in existing building at 5616 Lakeland Ave. North,
Lot 57, Auditor's Subdivision No. 328.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Plasencia to recommend to grant authorization to issue building
permit #24429 to Hitchin Post Liquors at 5616 Lakeland Ave.
North, Lot 57, Auditor's Subdivision No. 328, subject to
standard procedure.
Motion carried.
7. Final approval of DANIEL'S ADDITION which is a replat of
Lot 1, Block 1, Frejohn Acres, north of 32nd Ave. & Zane Ave.
Applicant --Gordon Peterson.
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Andersen to recommend to grant final approval of DANIEL'S
ADDITION, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
8. Building permit application for remodeling and alterations
in existing building at 4801 Welcome Ave. North, Lot 7,
Block 1, West Lilac Terrace 4th Addition. Applicant --
Thomas Hammer.
November 10, 1975 - continued
Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner
Peters to recommend to approve authorization to issue
building permit #24418 to Thomas Hammer for remodeling and
alterations in existing building at 4801 Welcome Ave. North,
Lot 7, Block 1, West Lilac Terrace 4th Addition, subject to
standard procedure. Motion carried.
9. Building permit application for remodeling and alterations
in existing building at 3203 Vera Cruz Ave. North, Lot 9,
Block 6, Rosedale Acres. Applicant --Dwight Swanson Con-
struction Co.
Moved by Commissioner Andersen and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to recommend to approve authorization to issue building
permit #24431 to Dwight Swanson Construction Co. for remodeling
and alterations in existing building at 3203 Vera Cruz Ave. North,
Lot 9, Block 6, Rosedale Acres, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
10. Application for a special use permit for the manufacturing of
shoes in a C-1 District on that part of Lot 12 lying east of
the west 80 feet, Block 1, Rosedale Acres, 3401 Vera Cruz Ave.
North. Applicant --James R. Hart of Tennant Co.
Moved by Commissioner Neubarth and seconded by Commissioner
Nystrom to set a public hearing for 7:30 p.m., December 8,
1975, to consider application #75-15 of James R. Hart for a
special use permit to allow manufacturing of shoes in a C-1
District, on that part of Lot 12 lying east of the west 80
feet, Block 1, Rosedale Acres, 3401 Vera Cruz Ave. North.
Motion carried.
11. Building permit application for remodeling and alterations
in existing building at 3401 Vera Cruz Ave. North, that
part of Lot 12 lying east of the west 80 feet, Block 1,
Rosedale Acres. Applicant --James R. Hart of Tennant Co.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to approve authorization to issue building
permit #24306 to James Hart of Tennant Co. for alterations and
remodeling in existing building at 3401 Vera Cruz Ave. North,
that part of Lot 12 lying east of the west 80 feet, Block 1,
Rosedale Acres, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner Bergman to
adjourn.
Motion carried.
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DECEMBER 8, 1975
The regular meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened
at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Andersen, Berg-
man, Elsen, Neubarth, Peters, Nystrom and Plasencia; the follow-
ing were absent: Ellefson, Juday and Ryan; also present were
planning consultants Schmock and Sherburne.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to approve the minutes of the November 10, 1975 meeting.
Motion carried.
1. It being 7:30 p.m., Chairman Elsen declared this was the
time and the place for a public hearing to consider appli-
cation #75-15 of James R. Hart of the Tennant Co. for a.
special use permit to allow manufacturing of shoes in C-1
District on that part of Lot 12 lying east of the west 80 feet,
Block 1, Rosedale Acres, 3401 Vera Cruz Ave. North. Mr.
Skoglund appeared and explained their plans for leasing
approximately 2000 sq. ft. of the building for a specialty
shop which would include assembling and repairing of Swedish
clogs. Chairman Elsen asked if there were any persons present
who wished to voice their opinions or ask questions concerning
the matter. Mr. Ray Lemke of 3356 Welcome Ave. was present
and indicated that he had no objection to the special use
permit.
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Peters to recommend to approve application #75-15 of James R.
Hart of the Tennant Co. for a special use permit to allow
manufacturing of shoes in C-1 District on the easterly 2000
sq. ft. of the building located on that part of Lot 12 lying
east of the west 80 feet, Block 1, Rosedale Acres, 3401 Vera
Cruz Ave. North.
Motion carried.
2. Mr. John A. Kinsell, representing the fee owners, appeared
regarding application #75-16 for rezoning Lots 7 & 8, Block 4,
Rosedale Acres, located on the east side of Douglas Drive,
approximately 300 feet south of 36th Ave., from R-1 District
(single family dwelling) to R-4 District (multiple dwellings)
which was tabled at the November 10th meeting.
Mr. Kinsell indicated he has changed the original site plan
from three buildings to one building with approximately 22 units,
possibly to be used for Federal funded senior citizens or
handicapped persons. Mr. Kinsell stated he has met with the
Bassett Creek Flood Control Commission and they approved the
concept of his site plans. There was discussion regarding the
future development of the entire area, including problems
involved in putting Colorado Ave. through; whether financing
would be available if the property is rezoned multiple dwell-
ing; spot zoning; etc.
December 8, 1975 - continued
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissianer Bergman
to recommend to deny application #75-16 of John A. Kinsell for
rezoning Lots 7 & 8, Block 4, Rosedale Acres, from R-1 District
(single family dwellings) to R--4 District (multiple dwellings)
becauae it is spot zoning; will increase the cost of that property
to be acquired by the ;Bassett Creek Flood Control Commission.7
that it is contrary to the guidelines of the Comprehensive Plan
of the City; and the propoaa;l is speculative.
Motion carried.
Final approval of SALSBERG 3RD ADDITION which is a replat of
Lot 1, Block 1, Salsberg 2nd Addition; Lot 2, Block 2, Holmquist
Addition; and part of Lot 30, Auditor's Subdivision No. 226,
57th & West Broadway. Applicant --A. T. Salsberg.
Moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner
Plasencia to recommend to grant final approval of SALSBERG
3RD ADDITION, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
4. Building permit application for remodeling and alterations in
existing building at 5537 West Broadway, Lot 1, Block 1, Cardinal
Court. Applicant--Elview Construction Co.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom
to recommend to approve authorization to issue building permit
#24.445 to Elvi.ew Construction Co. for remodeling and alterations
in existing building at 5537 West Broadway, Lot 1, Block 1,
Cardinal Court, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
5. Mr. Don Duce appeared regarding a building permit fear residing
front and north sides of existing building with Masonite siding
at 5561-63 Lakeland Ave. North, part of Lot 38, Auditor's
Subdivision No. 328.
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to approve authorization to issue building
permit #24451 to Don Luce for residing front and north sides
of existing building with Masonite siding at 5561-63 Lakeland
Ave. North, part of Lot 38, Auditor's Subdivision No. 328,
subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
6. Mr. Clark Armstead of Clark's Submarine Sandwich Shop appeared
regarding a building permit for remodeling and alterations and
addition to existing building at 5358 West Broadway (formerly
Der Wienerschnitzel), Plat 54108, Parcel 5000.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner
Andersen to recommend to approve authorization to issue building
permit to Construction 70, Inc. for remodeling and alterations
and addition to existing building at 5358 West Broadway,
Plat 54108, Parcel 5000, subject to standard procedure.
Motion carried.
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December 8, 1975 - continued
7. Messrs. Bert Beelun and Harold Olson, surveyor, appeared
xegarding tentative approval Of Proposed BEELEN ADDITION
which is presently legally described as the North 140 feet
of the West 1/2 of -the North 3/4 of the West 1/2 of the
Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 16, Town-
ship 118, Range 21, Hennepin County, Minnesota, siibiect to street
easements over the West 33 feet and East .30 feet thereof,
southeast quadrant of 39th Ave. & Douglas Drive. There was
some question raised regarding Mx. Beelen rePlatting the
parcel into four lots and letting the greenhouse remain at
the present time.
Moved by Commissioner Plasencia and seconded by Commissioner
Bergman to recommend to deny approval of proposed BEELEN
ADDITION because it is contrary to what the City requires
in replatting property. BY roll call and voting aye; Elsen,
Nystrom, Peters and Plasencia; voting no: Andersen, Bergman
and Neubarth.
Motion carried 4 to 3.
Moved by Commissioner Peters and seconded by Commissioner Bergman
to adjourn.
Secretary Neubarth
Chairman lsen