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1992 PC Meeting Minutes/r, CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES January 13, 1992 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Hildebrand, Lundeen, Magnuson, Nystrom and Smith; also present were Commu- nity Development Director Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secretary Scofield. On January 7, 1992, the City Council moved to re -appoint Com- missioners Magnuson and Elsen and appoint Bradley Hildebrand with terms expiring December 31, 1994. Acting Chairperson Magnuson swore in new Planning Commissioner, Bradley Hildebrand. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to approve the minutes of the December 9, 1991, meeting. Motion carried. 1. Acting Chairperson Magnuson declared that nominations were open for officers of the Planning Commission consisting of Chairperson, Vice -Chairperson and Secretary for the year ending December 31, 1992, Commissioner Elsen nominated and Commissioner Nystrom sec- onded the nomination of Commissioner Magnuson as Chairper- son of the Planning Commission for the year ending Decem- ber 3l, 1992. Commissioner Smith nominated Commissioner Anderson as Chairperson and Commissioner Anderson declined to serve. Commissioner Magnuson was re-elected as Chairperson of the Planning Commission for the year ending December 31, 1992 as there were no other nominations. Motion carried. Commissioner Elsen nominated and Commissioner Hildebrand seconded the nomination of Commissioner Anderson as Vice - Chairperson of the Planning Commission for the year ending December 31, 1992. Commissioner Anderson was elected as Vice -Chairperson of the Planning Commission for the year ending December 31, 1992 as there were no other nominations. Motion carried. Commissioner Lundeen nominated and Commissioner Nystrom seconded the nomination of Commissioner Elsen as Secretary of the Planning Commission for the year ending December 31, 1992. /01 January 13, 1992 - Continued Commissioner Elsen was elected as Secretary of the Plan- ning Commission for the year ending December 31, 1992 as there were no other nominations. Motion carried. 2. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was a continuation of the public hearing to consider amendm8nts to the City Cade and to the Zoning Ordinance relating to nuisances. Commu- nity Development Director Norris stated it places stricter controls on outdoor nuisances. Wording was changed to motor vehicle for automobile. Compost piles and recre- aticnal vehicles were addressed in other parts of the ordinance.Commissioners questioned "vagueness" of Sec. 3, Subsection 545.01, Su,bd, 10, which is rGally more inclusive for enforcement. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Lundeen to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to recommend to the City Council to approve amendments to the City Code Section 600, 605 and 635 relating to public health and safety regarding abatement of nuisances, refuse, abandoned property and refuse haulers yregulation5 and to the Zoning Ordinance Section 515 regarding refuse, off-street parking and motor vehi- cles for sale parked in business and industrial districts. The findings of fact are: New ordinance does provide improvement, broadens categories and if there are any inconsistencies, it is easier to make small changes rather than going over the same territory. The following voted aye: Anderson, Elsen, Hildebrand, Magnuson and Smith. The following voted no: Lundeen and Nystrom. Motion carried 5 to 2. 3. Discussion items: A. Two liaisons to EDA Advisory Commission. Commissioner Magnuson and Elsen were appointed. B. Proposed "Statement of Intent to Comply" Amendment to the Housing Code. Housing Inspector Barton would like to see how the existing Code works before amending. C� Proposed Expansion of Development District No. 1. It is proposed to expand the Bass Lake Road -Becker Park 0 January 13, 1992 - Continued project area to include commercial property along County Road 81 and West Broadway in order to use tax increment dollars on identified projects. Commission will look at the document at its February 10 meeting and the City Council will hold the public hearing at its February 18 meeting. D. Proposed Revisions to the Sign Ordinance. Chris McGlincey, Intern from the Humphrey Institute at the University of MN, has been working with Building Inspector Barber to revise the Sign Ordinance. He stated that under the old Ordinance there have been problems with enforcement. The proposed revision would require signage to be more attractive and to be part of the site plan review process. Non -conforming signs would have a liberal amortization process that after 10 years a sign would have to come down and with a change in ownership would have to meet Code. Sign variances will go before the Planning Commission before going to the City Council. Planning Commission will set a public hearing at February meeting. E. Request for Council Clarification on Variance Request at 5261 Kentucky Ave. N. Council will try to provide Findings of Fact in the future. F. Update and Status of Comprehensive Plan. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commis- sioner Hildebrand to set a public hearing before the Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., or as soon there- after as the matter may be heard, Monday, February 24, 1992, regarding the Comprehensive Plan. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nys- trom to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:07 p.m. Chairperson Ma. uson L_' Secretary Elsen CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES February 10, 1992 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Hildebrand, Mag- nuson and Nystrom; the following were absent: Lundeen and Smith; also present were Community Development Director Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secretary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to approve the minutes of the January 13, 1992, meeting. Motion carried. I. Consideration of modifications to Redevelopment Project No. 1 Community Development Director Norris outlined the proposed modifications and enumerated the possible public improvements the tax increment proceeds could be used for, and if the City did not use thea, it would lose them. Commissioner Anderson questioned the use of general funds --wording is "may use." Moved by Comizissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nys- trom to adopt the Resolution Finning the Amended Redevelopment Project Plan for Redevelopment Project No. 1 and the Amended Tax Increment Financing Plan for the Bass Lake Road/Becker Parr Tax Increment: Financing District Consistent with the Plans for Development of the City of Crystal and to recommend that the City Council hold the public hearing and adapt the amended Project Plan and TIF Plan. 2 Consideration of a building Broadway (formerly Tally Ho) Main Event (sports bar). Motion carried. permit for remodeling at 5216 West as requested by Tom Stuart of Planning Commission questioned the amount of parking --adequate if not using the downstairs for seating. Also discussed the north exit size and whether drivers would also enter. Plans for handicap access were explained. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to recommend to the City Council to approve autho- rization to issue a building permit for remodeling the build- ing (Main Event) located at 5216 West Broadway, P.I.D. #09- 118-21-22-0038, subject to standard procedure. Motion carried. 3. Discussion items: A. Requested members R.S.V.P. to Joan Schmidt, 537-8421, ext. 134, before February 20, 1992, as to whether or not plan- ning to attend the Appreciation Dinner. February 10, 1992 - Continued B. Status of proposed revisions to the Sign Ordinance. Want business people and sign hanger companies to look at pro- posed revisions. Staff is planning to have draft ordi- nance ready for Commission to set public hearing at March meeting. C. Public Hearing February 24, 1992, on the Comprehensive Plan. Copies of the final draft were handed out to Commissioners. D. Commissioner Magnuson recommended getting in touch with Moundsview to find out their methods in getting compliance to their Housing Maintenance Code. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 7:59 p.m. Secretary Elsen Motion carried. Chairpe sonson i CITY OF CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2— RESOLUTION FINDING THE AMENDED REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT PLAN FOR REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 1 AND THE AMENDED TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN FOR THE BASS LAKE ROAD/BECKER PARK TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT CONSISTENT WITH THE PLANS FOR DEVELOPMENT OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL WHEREAS, the Crystal Economic Development Authority has authorized preparation of an Amended Redevelopment Project Plan (Project Plan) for Redevelopment Project No. 1 and an Amended Tax Increment Financing Plan (TIF Plan) for the Bass Lake Road/Becker Park Tax Increment Financing District (TIF District) and the amended Project Plan and TIF Plan have been submitted to the Planning Commission for comment; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the amended Project Plan and TIF Plan and has compared them with the plans for development of the City as a whole. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED By the Planning Commission of the City of Crystal, Minnesota as follows: 1. The amended Project Plan for Redevelopment Project No. 1 and the amended TIF Plan for the TIF District are found to be consistent with the plan for development of the City of Crystal as a whole. 2 , It is recommended that the City Council of the City of Crystal hold the public hearing required by law and adopt the amended Project Plan and TIF Plan. Approved this Commission of the ATTEST: Secretary SJB27998 CR150-16 10 day of I City of Crysta Chairperson 0 CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES February 24, 1992 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:02 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Hildebrand, Lun- deen, Magnuson, Nystrom and Smith; also present were Community Development Director Norris; Councilmembers Grimes, Irving and Joselyn; Park & Recreation Director Brandeen and Park Commissioners Gentry, Moucha and Theisen. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Crystal. The following were heard: Fred Hoisington reviewed the process of collecting data and public input for drafting the Comprehensive Plan. He reviewed the land use plan and transportation element. The Commission discussed how realistic is relocation of the airport. The Commission was concerned with proposed densities for high- density multi -family districts, particularly senior housing projects. The Commission asked that multi -family housing references on pages 35 and 44 be reviewed by the City Attorney. Staff was asked to review existing floor areae and permitted densities for senior mousing projects. Park Commissioner Gentry stated the Park Commission supported the Comprehensive Plan but was concerned about park improvements that were omitted from the Capital Improvement Plan. Councilmember Grimes noted that he has had many calls from residents concerned with multi -family housing in Crystal becoming problems like such housing in adjacent communities. The Commission had similar concerns. Chairperson Magnuson stated concern that if the airport were relocated, the property not be overdeveloped. Hoisington commented that any redevelopment of the airport property will be driven by the market. The Commission would like to see "high intensity" housing references softened/deleted on pages 45-46. Councilmember Irving reminded the Commission that rental multi- family housing provides an important form of housing in the community. The Commission questioned whether the Plan should anticipate development around LRT when LRT may never happen. Councilmember Joselyn commented the Plan tries to accommodate LRT or some other future form of transit because transit is going to be an important issue in the future. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Smith to close the public hearing. February 24, 1992 - Continued Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Lundeen to continue until March 9, 1992, the discussion of the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Crystal to allow time for revisions and responses from the City Attorney. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 9:22 p.m. I '- Secretary Elsen Motion carried. Chairp rs n Ra4avfton F� f1 10 CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES March 9, 1992 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Hildebrand, Magnuson, Nystrom and Smith; the following was absent: Lun- deen; also present were Community Development Director Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secretary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nys- trom to approve the minutes of the February 10 and 24, 1992, meetings. Motion carried. 1. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing at which time the Planning Commission will sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider Variance Application #92-1 to build an attached garage which will encroach in the required 251 side street side yard setback at 4534 Welcome Ave. N. as requested by Michael R. Adams. Michael Adams, the propo- nent, stated all other houses in the block have the same setback. Intends to replace the deteriorating shed at the back of his lot with his present garage. Plans to store a "collector" car and two cars in the new garage. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Anderson to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Smith that pursuant to Section 515.55 of the Crys- tal City Cade to recommend to the City Council to vary or modify the strict application of section 515.07, Subd. 5 Q) 7) to grant a variance of 31 G" in the required 25" side street side yard setback to build a 261 x 32" attached garage on the existing house, at 4534 'Welcome Ave. N., as requested in Application 492-1 of Michael R. Adams. The findings of fact are: Request similar to others in the block, would add to value of house and would add to value of neighborhood. An undue hardship has not been exhibited, but the new construction of the garage/breeze- way will not encroach any further than the existing struc- ture does now. Motion carried. March 9, 1992 - Continued 2. Consideration of the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Crystal. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Smith to recommend to the City Council to approve the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Crystal. Motion carried. 3. Consideration of proposed revisions to the Sign Ordinance. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to set a public hearing before the Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the mat- ter may be heard, Monday, April 13, 1992, to consider the proposed revisions to the Sign Ordinance. Motion carried. 4. Consideration of Application #92-2 of Dunlo Motors Inc. for a conditional use permit to allow a wholesale automo- bile sales and accessory retail sales operation in an I-2 District at 5241 West Broadway. Building Inspector Barber stated there is a 6' fence and enough parking for cus- tomers and employees, but he would look into the question of whether or not car carriers will be used and the possi- bility of the carriers blocking traffic. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to set a public hearing before the Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the mat- ter may be heard, Monday, April 13, 1992, to consider the request of A. C. Duncanson for Dunlo Motors Inc. in Appli- cation #92-2 for a conditional use permit to allow a wholesale automobile sales and accessory retail sales operation in an I-2 (Heavy Industrial) District (Section 515.41, Subd. 4 a) at 5241 West Broadway, P.I.D. #09-118- 21-22-0048. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 8:14 p.m. Q ' 0. �, L" Secretary Elsen Motion carried. Chairp r on son CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES April 13, 1992 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Hildebrand, Magnuson and Nystrom; the following were absent: Lundeen and Smith; also present were Community Development Director Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secretary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Hilde- brand to approve the minutes of the March 9, 1992, meeting. Motion carried. 1. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider Application #92-2 as submitted by Dunlo Motors Inc. for a conditional use permit to allow a wholesale automobile sales and accessory retail sales operation in an I-2 Dis- trict at 5241 West Broadway. Dennis Zylla, representing Mr. Duncanson and Dunlo Motors, stated the company was primarily a wholesale business purchasing and reselling vehicles to dealers not to the public. The vehicles are newer models and no repair. They will remove four semi- trailers which will be an enhancement to the current use. Andrew Duncanson stated 90% of the business is to other dealers, and it is a used car lot. Vehicles are brought in by drivers and transport trucks which takes about 40 minutes on the lot. Vehicles are held for 72 hours. Cars are bought from leasing companies, Hertz and Avis and some wrecked cars. Sales have been 100 to 110 cars per month in a 10 to 11 month business. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Eisen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to recommend to the City Council to approve Application #92-2 as submitted by Dunlo Motors Inc. for a conditional use permit to allow a wholesale automobile sales and accessory retail sales operation in an I-2 (Heavy Industrial) District (Section 515.41, Sub€3. 4 a) at 5241 West Broadway, P.I.I. OU9-118-21-22-0048. The findings of fact are: Applicant requires no variances and request qualifies for a conditional use. The area must be fenced and the retail sales operation must be accessory to the wholesale operation. Motion carried. April 13, 1992 - Continued 2. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider the proposed revisions to the Sign Ordinance. Commissioner Magnuson questioned enforcement by City Manager when actu- ally the Building Inspector. Chris McGlincey stated the City Attorney thought it should be the City Manager or his authorized representative. Commissioner Magnuson stated Subd. 3 on P. 13 should require electric signs be installed by a licensed electrician. Commissioner Elsen stated the City of Crystal is not a new city but is a mature city and cannot enforce an amortization program. Cannot afford to get rid of businesses. Any new business or business that changes use should comply with the ordi- nance. Commissioner Hildebrand wanted to know what per- centage affected. Inspector Barber said there are approximately 25% to 30% non -conforming under today's sign ordinance, add another 10 or 15%. Amortization does apply on a pre-existing variance and requires another variance. Commissioner Anderson questioned what other communities have done with amortization. Commissioner Hildebrand questioned what other communities have done with amortiza- tion, such as three, five or seven years. Commission felt sign ordinance should be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, improve the City image but not run business out. Commissioner Magnuson questioned the life of signs at the Knights of Columbus --30 years. Commissioner Anderson thought City should have patience with non -conforming signs or until signs are damaged more than 50% and ques- tioned if Planning Commission will be the Board of Adjust- ments and Appeals to hear sign variances after going to the Council. The following were heard: Rick Risvold, 5880 Quebec, Manager of Knights of Columbus Chuck Hillstrom, 3333 Vera Cruz, Tri -way Real Estate Frank Perendy, 3148 Idaho Ave N Kimberlee Besky, 3307 Vera Cruz, American Family Insurance Stated the new ordinance will put an undue burden on busi- ness already established that is not large enough to advertise on television or in newspapers. Questioned how it would help improve businesses of Crystal. Asked if there is compensation. Gary Joselyn, 4068 Hampshire Ave N, Councilmember, stated the City Council felt there were too many sign variances, so they passed a moratorium for six months. They do want businesses to get their money's worth out of signs. April 13, 1992 - Continued Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to continue until May 11, 1992, the discus- sion of the proposed revisions to the Sign Ordinance. Motion carried. 3. Consideration of amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding garage setbacks when entrance is on public alley or side street (Section 515.07, Subd. 5 c) 7) and allowing a second curb cut for properties abutting alleys (Section 515.09, Subd. 4 h) 10). A. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to set a public hearing before the Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., or as soon there- after as the matter may be heard, Monday, May 11, 1992, to consider an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding garage setbacks when entrance is on public alley or side street (Section 515.07, Subd. 5 c) 7). Motion carried. B. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to set a public hearing before the Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., or as soon there- after as the matter may be heard, Monday, May 11, 1992, to consider an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance allowing a second curb cut for properties abutting alleys (Section 515.09, Subd. 4 h) 10). Motion carried. 4. Discussion items: recommended A. Commission 0009 ,tArental housing inspection was to be put into effect before the single family housing. S. Questioned if the City is liable for overlooked items in housing inspections. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commissioner Elsen to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:02 p.m. ecretary Elsen CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES May 11, 1992 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Feeley, Hildebrand, Lundeen, Magnuson, Nystrom and at 7:23 p.m. Smith; the follow- ing was absent: Elsen; also present were Community Development Director Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secre- tary Scofield. On April 21, 1992, the City Council moved to appoint James Fee- ley as a Planning Commissioner to the term expiring December 31, 1993. Chairperson Magnuson swore in new Planning Commissioner James Feeley. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to approve the minutes of the April 13, 1992, meet- ing, with the following exception: Discussion Item A. Commis- sion recommended (not thought) rental housing inspection was to be put into effect before the single family housing. Motion carried. 1. Chairperson Magnuson declared a continuation of the public hearing to consider the proposed revisions to the Sign Ordinance. Intern Chris McGlincey stated Blaine imple- mented a 5 -year amortization program and expanded it to a 7 -year, Vadnais Heights an 8 -year program, Coon Rapids a 1 -year program and Minnetonka a 3 -year program. The new ordinance would require more uniform size and setback. As recommended Planning Commissioners deleted c) and e) from amending section Subd. 4. Pre-existing Variance and agreed to revised text of amending section. 407.XX. Special Area Provision, for Multiple Use Buildings. Commission would like information regarding the amortization programs in the surrounding cities that are about the same age as Crystal. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Feeley to continue until June 8, 1992, meeting the discussion of the proposed revisions to the Sign Ordinance. Motion carried. 2. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. 0 May 11, 1992 - Continued A. Regarding garage setbacks when entrance is on public alley or side street (Section 515.07, Subd. 5 c) 7) Building Inspector Barber stated this amendment would probably eliminate 50% of variance requests. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Com- missioner Lundeen to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Lundeen and :seconded by Commis- sioner Hildebrand to recommend to the City Council to approve the amendment to the Zoning Ordinance which would require a garage in a residential district, if the vehicle entrance abuts a public alley or side street, be set, back at least 50 feet from the center line of the side street and not less than 20 feet from the property line of the lot (Section 515.07, Subd. 5 c) 7) . The findings of fact are: Will update the code and reduce the number of variance applications. Motion carried. E. Regarding allowing a second curb cut for properties abutting alleys (Section 515.09, Subd. 4 h) 10) Build- ing Inspector Barber stated this referred to the small lots near Robbinsdale. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Com- missioner Lundeen to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Smith and seconded by Commis- sioner Hildebrand to table the discussion of amendment to the Zoning Ordinance which would allow a second curb cut for a property which abuts an alley for use only as access to a garage (Section 515.09, Subd. 4 h) 10). Motion carried. 3. Discussion item: Karen Barton, Housing Inspector, appeared to review the first quarter report and answer any questions regarding implementing the Dousing Maintenance Code, particularly point-of-sale provision. Housing Inspector Barton stated she is not a certified building official. Checks building file to see what permits have been taken out and if work has been done properly, if safety hazards exist and appearance. The 10 properties closed without being May 11, 1992 - Continued inspected were HUD houses, and the new owners have signed compliance and disclosure statements. Starting to license apartment owners --noncompliance owners are cited and buildings posted so cannot rent. 4. Consideration of lot split and combination of 1400 sq. ft. from 7123 - 33rd Ave. N. to 7115 - 33rd Ave. N. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to set a public hearing before the Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the mat- ter may be heard, Monday, June 8, 1992, to consider approval of the proposed lot split and combination of 1400 sq. ft. from 7123 - 33rd Ave. N., Lot 6, Block 1, Morning- side Estates 4th Addition, to 7115 - 33rd Ave. N., Lot 5, Block 1, Morningside Estates 4th Addition, as submitted by Crystal Gillis, 7115 - 33rd Ave. N. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Smith and seconded by Commissioner Hilde- brand to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m. f Secretary Elsen Motion carried. Chairper6on /WRIuson CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES June 8, 1992 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Feeley, Hildebrand, Lundeen, Magnuson and Nystrom; the following was absent: Smith; also present were Community Development Direc- tor Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secretary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to approve the minutes of the May 11, 1992, meeting. Motion carried. 1. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider approval of the lot split and combination of 1400 sq. ft. of property located at 7123 - 33rd Ave. N. and 7115 - 33rd Ave. N. as submitted by Crystal Gillis. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Feeley that pursuant to Section 506.13 Subd. 3, of the Crystal City Code to continue until July 13, 1992, the discussion of the proposed lot split and combination of 1400 sq. ft. from 7123 - 33rd Ave. N, Lot 6, Block 1, Morningside Addition, to 7115 - 33rd Ave. N., Lot 5, Block 1, Morningside Addition, as submitted by Crystal Gillis of 7115 - 33rd Ave. N. She needs to provide a Deed of Con- veyance and to straighten the lot line which would be a request of 312 sq. ft. Motion carried. 2. Chairperson Magnuson declared a continuation of the public hearing to consider the proposed revisions to the Sign Ordinance. The Planning Commission continued its review of revisions proposed to the sign ordinance. The Commis- sion requested the following be included in the ordinance: - Signs for multi -tenant buildings located at intersec- tions must be within 35 feet of the intersection (Section 407.29, (2) - Limit political signs to four square feet in all zon- ing districts (Section 407.17, Subd. 5) - Prohibit roof signs (Section 407.23 and deleting Sec- tion 407.19, Subd. 4) Establish a 10 -year amortization period for non -con- forming signs (Section 407.27, Subd. 2) June 8, 1992 - Continued - Modify the rules for non -conforming signs to permit routine maintenance of signs (Section 407.27, Subd. 3). (Deleted July 13, 1992 meeting) Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to continue until July 13, 1992, the discus- sion of the proposed revisions to the Sign Ordinance. Motion carried. ?. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance. Regarding allowing a second curb cut for properties abutting alleys (Section 515.09, Subd. 4 h) 10) Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to recommend to the City Council to approve amendment to the Zoning Ordinance which would allow an additional access for a property which abuts an alley for use only as a driveway to a garage (Section 515.09, Subd. 4 h) 10) . The findings of fact are: Hardship to certain indigenous lots of the City and a benefit to the City and residents with minimal impact on the City. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Lundeen and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:58 p.m. Secretary Elsen CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES July 13, 1992 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Feeley, Hildebrand, Magnuson, Nystrom, Smith and Streator; the follow- ing was absent: Lundeen; also present were Community Develop- ment Director Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secretary Scofield. On June 16, 1992, the City Council moved to appoint Leo Streator as a Planning Commissioner to the term expiring December 31, 1992. Chairperson Magnuson swore in new Planning Commissioner Leo Streator. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Hilde- brand to approve the minutes of the June 8, 1992, meeting after deleting the following portion of the fifth revision under Item 2: but new sign faces will be considered an alteration. Motion carried. 1. Chairperson Magnuson declared a continuation of the public hearing to consider approval of the lot split and combina- tion of 1,400 sq. ft. of property located at 7123 - 33rd Ave. N. and 7115 - 33rd Ave. N. as submitted by Crystal Gillis. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand that pursuant to 'Section 506.13 Subd. 3, of the Crystal City Code to recommend to the City Council to approve the proposed lot split and combination of 1,400 eqo ft. from 7123 - 33rd Ave. N, Leat f, Block 1, Morning- side Addition, tc 7115 - 33rd Ave. N., Lot 5, Black 1, Morningside Addition, as submitted by Crystal Gillis of 7115 - 33rd Ave. N. The findings of fact are: Two legal lots are created with no detriment to the City. Motion carried. 2. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider approval of the lot split and combination of 0.52 acres from 5353 Lakeland Ave. N. to 5419 Lakeland Ave. N. as submitted by the City of Crystal Public Works Department. July 13, 1992 - Continued Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Anderson to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Anderson that pursuant to Section 506.13 Subd. 3, of the Crystal City Code to recommend to the City Council to approve the proposed lot split and combination of 0.52 acres from 5353 Lakeland Ave. N, Lot 1, Crystal Industrial Addition, to 5419 Lakeland Ave. N., Lot 1, Block 1, Casto- nia Buss Addition, as submitted by the City of Crystal Public Works Department. The findings of fact are: In order to compensate the owner of C. J. Frank's for the land taken for the City Wilshire Blvd./CR 81 intersection update and to allow for parking to be replaced. Motion carried. 3. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider Application #92-3 as submitted by Walter Wampach to rezone the property from B-4 (Community Commercial District) to I-2 (Heavy Industrial District) at 5272 West Broadway. Building Inspector Barber stated it was a car wash but is now closed. Property is for sale. Surrounding properties are I-2, and the proposed use would be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan only with a conditional use permit. The owner, Walter Wampach, 6983 Magda Drive, Maple Grove, MN, stated he has been paying taxes of $4,000 per year on this property. It had originally been zoned B-3 (Auto - Oriented Commercial District), and the City rezoned it B-4. Has a potential buyer who may buy it with a purchase agreement with a contingency of being rezoned. The following were heard: Commissioner Elsen stated there was no plan, and the Commission would not want to give a rezoning for speculation. The Commission also must con- sider the apartment complex across the street. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to continue until August 10, 1992, the dis- cussion of Application #92-3 as submitted by Walter Wampach to rezone the property from B-4 (Community Commer- cial District) to I-2 (Heavy Industrial District) at 5272 West Broadway, legally described as Lot 17, Block 2, Han - son's Addition. Motion carried. 4. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider approval of the lot split and combination of 0.68 acres I►9 July 13, 1992 - Continued from 6600 Corvallis Ave. N. to 5140 Hampshire Ave. N. as submitted by Dave Cavanaugh for James and Donna Larson, 5140 Hampshire Ave. N. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Feeley and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom that pursuant to Section 506.13 Subd. 3, of the Crystal City Code to recommend to the City Council to approve the proposed lot split and combination of 0.68 acres from 6600 Corvallis Ave. N., Lot 13 and Part of Lots 14, 15 and 16, Muss Addition, to 5140 Hampshire Ave. N., Part of Lots 15 ,and 16, Russ Addition, as submitted by Dave Cavanaugh for James and Donna Larson, 5140 Hampshire Ave. N. The findings of fact are: Reasonable request and reason- able use to combine the property due to no access to the property. Motion carried. 5. Consideration of concept proposal by John Benson, 2930 Douglas Drive, for development of property east of Douglas Drive between 30th and 31st Avenues. This "Nafstad Prop- erty" is now zoned single family but under the Comprehen- sive Plan would be multiple residential. Would like the zoning changed to high density for senior housing of two buildings. Commissioner Anderson inquired if would be rental rather than owning --rental, and how many units --140 units in the southern section. Proposes access to Medicine Lake Rd and over to Douglas Drive. Commissioner Feeley inquired as to what would attract the seniors out of their homes and what would be the impact on the envi- ronment --nice park area adjacent without the upkeep of a yard and an area with which they are familiar. Commis- sioner Elsen stated the Commission would have to consider the R-1 residents along Douglas Drive. Mr. Benson stated any improvement would be better than what the area is cur- rently used as, namely a dump for tires, etc. which is especially evident in the winter. Wants the property rezoned HR (High Density Residential). Chairperson Magnu- son stated the Commission would lack at a, proposal but would not rezone prior to nor guarantee a rezoning to HR. 6. Chairperson Magnuson declared a continuation of the public hearing to consider the proposed revisions to the Sign Ordinance. Commissioner Elsen proposed changing Section 407.27. Non -conforming igns and Sign Structures. Subd. 3. Rules. 2) b) Minor repairs are permitted... `a 01 July 13, 1992 - Continued Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Smith to recommend to the City Council to approve the proposed revisions to the Sign Ordinance. Motion carried. 7. Consideration regarding approval of a) the preliminary plat of Robbinsdale Home Gardens 5th Addition located at 5720 - 43rd Ave. N., 4301 Xenia Ave. N and 4307 Xenia Ave. N.; b) Variance Application #92-4 for a variance in the required 100' lot depth at 4301 Xenia Ave. N.; and c) Variance Application #92-5 for a variance in the required 100' lot depth at 5720 - 43rd Ave. N., as requested by the City of Crystal EDA. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Feeley to set 8:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Monday, August 10, 1992, as the date and time for a public hearing at which time the Plan- ning Commission will cit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider a) approval of the preliminary pkat of Robbinsdale Home Gardens 5th Addition which is a re -plat of Lots 8 and 9, Block 3, Robbinsdale dome Gardens 2nd Addition, property is located. at 5720 - 43rd Ave. N., 4301 Xenia Ave.. N and 4307 Xenia Ave. N.; b) Variance Applica- tion #92-4 for a 3.254 variance in the required 1001 lot depth (Section 515.15, Subd. 2 b) 1) at 4301 Xenia Ave. N., P.I.D. #16-118-21-21-0054; and c) Variance Application #92-5 for a 8.4' variance in the required 100' lot depth (Section 515.15, Subd. 2 b) 1) at 5720 - 43rd Ave. N., P.I.D. #16-118-21-21-0055, as requested by the City of Crystal EDA. Motion carried. 8. Discussion items: a) Community Director Norris stated Mr. Hoisington wanted a joint work session with Planning Commission, City Council and EDA Advisory Commission on the Wilshire Blvd/CR 81 Planning Study. Chairperson Magnuson set with Planning Commission approval Monday, August 10, 1992, at 6:30-8:00 p.m. and the Planning Commission meeting to start at 8:00 p.m. b) Commissioner Anderson questioned whether there should be a moratorium on all rezonings. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nys- trom to adjourn. Motion carried. July 13, 1992 - Continued The meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m. Chairpes agnuson Se(Fetary Elsen / ;k. CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES August 10, 1992 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Elsen, Feeley, Hildebrand, Magnuson and Nystrom; the following were absent: Anderson, Lundeen and Streator; also present were Community Development Director Norris and Recording Secretary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to approve the minutes of the July 13, 1992, meeting. Motion carried. 1. Chairperson Magnuson declared a continuation of the public hearing to consider Application #92-3 as submitted by Walter Wampach to rezone the property from B-4 (Community Commercial District) to I-2 (Heavy Industrial District) at 5272 West Broadway. Mr. Wampach requested a continuance as he is still working with potential buyers. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Feeley to continue until September 14, 1992, the discussion of Application #92-3 as submitted by Walter Wampach to rezone the property from B-4 (Community Commer- cial District) to I-2 (Heavy Industrial District) at 5272 West Broadway, legally described. as Lot 17, Block 2, Han - son's Addition. Motion carried. 2. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing at which time the Planning Commission will sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider A) Variance Application #92-4 for a variance in the. required 100' lot depth at 4301 Xenia Ave. N.; B) Variance Application #92-5 for a variance in the required 100' lot depth at 5720 - 43rd Ave. N.; and C) the preliminary plat of Robbinsdale Home Gardens 5th Addition located at 5720 - 43rd Ave. N., 4301 Xenia Ave. N and 4307 Xenia Ave. N. as requested by the City of Crystal EDA. Julie Jones, Community Development Coordinator, stated the EDA is splitting the 4307 Xenia lot to make two more buildable lots (4301 Xenia Ave. N. and 5720 - 43rd Ave. N.) and creating an unbuildable Outlot A that the owner of 4309 Xenia Ave. N. indicated he was interested in buying. Scott Keppel, 4309 Xenia Ave. N., stated he was unemployed when the EDA had the lot for sale but is interested in purchasing Outlot A. Janet Roy, 4318 Zane Ave. N., ques- tioned what were the plans for Lot 1. Coordinator Jones stated the EDA will probably sell the lot to a builder who will build an R-1 single family residence. Jerry Pals, /.23 August 10, 1992 - Continued 4301 Xenia Ave. N., stated he wanted to build a garage this year on Outlot A. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to close the public hearing. Motion carried. A. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commis- sioner Hildebrand that pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to recommend to the City Council to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.15, Subd. 2 b) 1) to grant a variance of 3.25' in the required 100' lot depth at 4301 Xenia Ave. N., P.I.D. #16-118-21-21-0054, as requested in Application #92-4 of City of Crystal EDA. The findings of fact are: Lot exceeds the minimum square footage of 7,500 sq. ft., but a variance is necessary as it is required in replatting. Motion carried. B. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom that pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to recommend to the City Council to vary or modify the strict application of Section 515.15, Subd. 2 b) 1) to grant a variance of 8.4' in the required 100' lot depth at 5720 - 43rd Ave. N., P.I.D. #16-118-21-21-0055, as requested in Application #92-5 of the City of Crystal EDA. The findings of fact are: Overall lot dimension is large enough and variance is necessary for replatting. As a recommendation the Commission does not want this property sold until Outlot A has been transferred to 4309 Xenia Ave. N. Motion carried. C. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Com- missioner Elsen to recommend to the City Council to approve the preliminary plat of Robbinsdale Home Gar- dens 5th Addition which is a replat of Lots 8 and 9, Block 3, Robbinsdale Home Gardens 2nd Addition, prop- erty is located at 5720 - 43rd Ave. N., 4301 Xenia Ave. N and 4307 Xenia Ave. N. as submitted by City of Crystal EDA. It is recommended that Outlot A be replatted to 4309 Xenia Ave. N. or go back to Lot 1. Motion carried. 3. Fred Hoisington reported on the County Road B1/Wilshire Blvd. Area Planning Study. He stated the traffic is not necessarily the reason for the existing businesses being located there. He introduced Bruce Chamberlain who painted out the lack of access to the west, narrow boulevards and passible redevelopment on the motel site , August 10, 1992 - Continued and Elk's site. He introduced Lee Maxfield who stated the traffic on CR 81 is about 25,000 cars per day and about 20,000 on Bass Lake Road. The drawback is that most of the traffic on 81 is through traffic. Retailers would consider West Broadway and Bass Lake Road sites first. Appearance of some businesses not well maintained nor much landscaping and curbs. Possible highway commercial uses could include restaurants, bars/nightclubs, medical office buildings, mortuaries, auto repair and replacement parts, boat sales, motorcycle sales, sporting goods, small engine stores, furniture stares and gas stations/convenience stares. Chairperson Magnuson stated Crystal lacks a nice eating place (sit down restaurant, not fast food) in that area and was concerned with frontage roads and parking availability. 4. For your information: A. Moratorium on rezonings--City Attorney recommended be established only in those areas which potentially con- flict with the existing zoning and the Comprehensive Plan recommended uses. B. Planning Commissioner Bruce Smith's resignation effec- tive August 4, 1992. 5. Consideration regarding a request for a lot split and com- bination located at 4803 Lakeland Ave. N. as submitted by David and Elizabeth Raymond. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to set a public hearing before the Planning Com- mission at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Monday, September 14, 1992, to consider the proposed lot split and combination of the 27.48' x 50' portion from 4803 Lakeland Ave. N., Lot 18, Schaefer's Lake Side Grove, to 5240 - 48th Ave. N., Lot 18, Schae- fer's Lake Side Grove, as submitted by David and Elizabeth Raymond, 4803 Lakeland Ave. N. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m. �� secretary Elsen Motion carried. j Chairpdrson nuson CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES September 21, 1992 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Hildebrand, Lun- deen, Magnuson, Nystrom and Streator; the following were absent: Elsen and Feeley; also present were Community Develop- ment Director Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secretary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to approve the minutes of the August 10, 1992, meeting. Motion carried. I. Chairperson Magnuson declared a continuation of the public hearing to consider application #92-3 as submitted by Wal- ter Wampach to rezone the property from B-4 (Community Commercial District) to I-2 ('Heavy Industrial District) at .5272 West Broadway. Building Inspector Barber stated pre- sent layout is a car wash and drive-through. A B-3, Auto - oriented commercial District, would require a conditional use permit and would ccmply with the Comprehensive Plan; whereas an I-2 would probably not be allowed because it is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan and incompatible with the apartments across the street. Walter Wampach, owner of property at 5272 West Broadway, stated he wanted to lease the property for six months to someone to clean up cars and do minor repair and still have the property for sale. It was the recommendation of his realtor to request an I-2 zoning. Clem 5teichen, owner of property at 5256 and 5264 West Broadway, inquired if he had to find a buyer before getting a rezoning. Chairperson Magnuson stated the Commission has never changed zoning on a property on speculation, and if they did, it would be setting a precedent that would not benefit the City. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Lundeen to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Lundeen to recommend to the City Council to deny Application #92-3 as submitted by Walter Wampach to rezone the property from B-4 (Community Commercial District) to I-2 (Heavy Industrial District) at 5272 West Broadway, legally described as Lot 17, Block 2, Hanson's Addition. September 21, 1992 - Continued The findings of fact are: Proposed rezoning is not con- sistent with the long term plan for the area as outlined in the Comprehensive Plan. Motion carried. ?. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider the proposed lot split and combination of 27.48' x 50' portion from 4803 Lakeland Ave. N. to 5240 - 48th Ave. N. as sub- mitted by David and Elizabeth Raymond. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Lundeen that pursuant to Section 506.13, Subd. 3, of the Crystal City Code to recommend to the City Council to approve the proposed lot split and combination of 27.48' x 50' portion from 4803 Lakeland Ave. N., Lot 18, Schaefer's Lake Side Grove, P.I.D. #09-118-21-42-0064, to 5240 - 48th Ave. N., Lot 18, Schaefer's Lake Side Grove, P.I.D. #09-118-21-42-0062, as submitted by David and Eliz- abeth Raymond of 4803 Lakeland Ave. N. The findings of fact are: Will restore the original lot line, won't cause any problems with surrounding lots and both lots are legal size. Motion carried. 3. For your information: The final plat of Robbinsdale Home Gardens 5th Addition, located at 5720 - 43rd Ave. N., 4301 Xenia Ave. N. and 4307 Xenia Ave. N., as requested by the City of Crystal EDA, was approved as Planning Commission had recommended. 4. Discussion items: A. Work session to review preliminary report of County Road 81/Wilshire Blvd. area study is scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 1992, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. B. Commissioner Anderson requested addressing an adult business be put into the new Zoning Ordinance. C. Commissioner Anderson stated the City Finance is dip- ping into the reserves to pay general fund and ques- tioned if a Financial Review Commission could be set up such as other cities have done. J-27 September 21, 1992 - Continued Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. �r Chairperson M4 on S retary Elsen CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES October 12, 1992 Meeting cancelled due to lack of action items. Staff set public hearing for Monday, November 9, 1992 to consider Conditional Use Permit Application V92-6 to allow a contractor's yard in an I-2 (Heavy Industrial) District as requested by Munn Inc. for Norbert Johnson at 5141 Lakeland Ave. N. For your information: A. Material on other communities' zoning ordinances for adult uses. B. Material from other communities on financial advisory committees. C. Letter from the Metropolitan Council re the Comprehensive Plan Update. D. Comments from New Hope on the Comprehensive Plan Update. E. Reminder of Work Session with City Council and EDA Advisory Commission on Tuesday, October 20, 1992 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. to discuss CR 81/Wilshire Blvd. area planning study. CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES November 9, 1992 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Hildebrand, Lundeen, Magnuson, Nystrom and Streator; the following was absent: Feeley; also present were Community Development Direc- tor Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secretary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nys- trom to approve the minutes of the September 21, 1992, meeting. Motion carried. 1. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider Application #92-6 of Munn Inc. for Norbert Johnson for a conditional use permit to allow a contractor's yard in an I-2 (Heavy Industrial) District at 5141 Lakeland Ave. N. Community Director Norris stated she had just received the requested information today and had not discussed it with the Fire Chief and Building Inspector. Proponent Terry Munn, sealing contractor, stated presently storing equip- ment, approximately 10 or 12 trucks, on the site, and the office is located in Maple Grove. They would like to move the total operation into Crystal. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Lundeen, to continue until December 14, 1992, the discussion of Application #92-6 as requested by Munn Inc. for Norbert Johnson for a conditional use permit to allow a contractor's yard in an 1-2 (Meavy Industrial) District (Section 515.4., Subd. 4 a) and Section 515.39, Subd. 4 a) at 5141 Lakeland Ave. N., P.I.D. #09-118-21-24-0002. Motion carried. 2. Discussion of concept alternatives for County Road 81/Wilshire Boulevard area. Costs for three alternatives are comparable. No. 1 buildings are up against frontage road as they are presently, with parking to the rear. No. 2 buildings are moved back close to housing with parking in the front. No. 1 and 2 limit size of redevelopment. No. 3 removes frontage road and builds road to rear and takes out four housing structures. Commission liked No. 114A" which is a combination of No. 1 and 3 with parking in the front; sidewalk; read circulation; buildings back from frontage road, curbing and sidewalk and access on Bass Lake Road and Wilshire. 3. For your information: Comprehensive Plan Update: Met Council staff suggested taking out reference to 2010 to relocate airport but continue a long range plan to relocate the airport. Crystal City Council wants to maintain original language. November 9, 1992 - Continued 4. Discussion items: A. Zoning Ordinance requirements for parking commercial vehicles in residential districts. Chairperson Magnuson stated the 9,000 lbs. for a com- mercial vehicle is obsolete. Under the Ordinance can- not park a regular cargo van or commercial truck at a residence but can have a recreational vehicle. The Commission suggested being able to park a vehicle not longer than a certain length or higher than a certain height. Questioned limiting to one commercial vehicle rather than one per resident. Ron Magnuson, 3159 Jersey Ave. N., has a 9,000 to 12,000 lb. commercially licensed truck and can either move out of Crystal or quit his job. Community Development Director Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Police Department staff will get together to reword that section of the Zoning Ordinance. B. Definition of foster care in the Zoning Ordinance. Should be reworded to under 18 years of age to be con- sistent with Statutes as well as references to day care. C. Zoning for adult uses. New Hope designates certain areas and Fridley specific zoning districts. Commu- nity Development Director Norris is to draft an ordinance. D. Financial Advisory Committee is not controlled by Council. Brooklyn Center asked legislature for local option sales tax. Commission would like someone to come to the January meeting --Community Development Director Norris suggested Finance Director Otto and someone from Plymouth or Brooklyn Center. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Hilde- brand to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:42 p.m. Chai ers n/^gnuson Secretary Elsen CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES December 14, 1992 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Hildebrand, Lundeen, Magnuson and Nystrom; the following were absent: Fee- ley and Streator; also present were Community Development Director Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secre- tary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to approve the minutes of the November 9, 1992, meeting. Motion carried. 3. Chairperson Magnuson declared a continuation of the public hearing to consider Application #92-6 of Munn Inc. for Norbert Johnson for a conditional use permit to allow a contractor's yard in an I-2 (Heavy Industrial) District at 5141 Lakeland Ave. N. Community Development Director Nor- ris stated there were no surrounding residences making additional screening unnecessary. Recommended certain conditions be included in the conditional use permit. Terry Munn of Munn Inc., 9636 - 85th Ave. N, Maple Grove, stated most of the conditions have been met and two inop- erable vehicles will be towed away tomorrow (December 15, 1992). No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Lundeen to recommend to the City Council to approve Appli- cation #92-6 as requested by Munn Inc. for Norbert Johnson for a conditional use permit to allow a contractor's yard in an I-2 (Heavy Industrial) District (Section 515.41, Subd. 4 a) and Section 515.39, Subd. 4 a) at 5141 Lakeland Ave. N., P.I.D. #09-118-21-24-0002. The findings of fact are: Staff has recommended several conditions that should be incorporated with No. 3 clari- fied to not include above -ground storage tanks in the future. This is in the best interest of the City to goo ahead with the proposal.. Conditions of the permit should include the following: December 14, 1992 - Continued 1. Fire access shall be maintained around the entire building. The fence around Munn's contracting yard shall not prohibit access around the building. 2. The storage of abandoned or inoperable vehicles on the site is not permitted. 3. All above -ground storage tanks are to be removed from the site. 4. All parking for the site must be surfaced with blacktop or concrete and striped. There shall be adequate striped parking spaces for all uses on the site. 5. There shall be a designated fire lane on the south side of the building. No parking shall be permit- ted in this designated fire lane. 6. The site may not be used for the storage cf old tanks. 7. All lighting of the site shall be hooded and directed so that the light source is not visible from adjacent the public right-of-way. 8. The plat of Johnson Industrial Park must be filed with Hennepin County prior to Council approval of the conditional use permit request. Motion carried. 2. Consideration of Variance Application #92-7 for an addi- tion to the existing garage which will expand the noncon- forming use and encroach in the required 30 -foot rear yard setback at 3550 Hampshire Ave. N. as requested by Allen J. Franz. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner ommissioner Anderson to set 7.00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Monday, January 11, 1993, as the date and time for a public hearing at which time the Plan- ning Commission will sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider Variance Application 092-7 to grant a variance of 17.5' in the required 30' rear yard setback (Section 515.23, Subd. 4 a) for constructing a 221 x 251 addition to the back of the existing garage which will expand the non -conforming use at 3550 Hampshire Ave. N., P.I.D. #20-118-21-11-0042 as requested by Allen J. Franz. Motion carried. 3. Consideration of a lot split and Variance Application #92- 8 for a double home to be built which will decrease the required 179,500 sq. ft. lot area at 7201 - 36th Ave. N. (Lou Ann Terrace Apts.) as requested by Kauffmann & Kauffmann. December 14, 1992 - Continued Commission wanted Kauffmann & Kauffmann to consider remov- ing the mound and more lighting to deter vandalism rather than building a double home in such close proximity to the apartment building. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Monday, January 11, 1993, as the date and time for a public hearing at which time the Plan- ning Commission will sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider a lot split (Section 506.13, Subd. 3) and Variance Application #92-8 to grant a variance of 15,276 sq. ft.* in the required 179,500 sq. ft. (Section 515.15, Subd. 2 d) 4) for construction of a double home at 7201 - 36th Ave. N. P.I.D. #20-118-21-21-0006) Lot 1, Block 1, Lou -Ann Addition as requested by Kauffmann & Kauffmann. Motion carried. *Note: Survey arrived December 15, 1992, and indicates a requested 14,750 sq. ft. portion is being split off. 4. Consideration of a building permit for an addition to the existing Crystal Shamrock facility at 6000 Douglas Drive North as submitted by Dan Gilligan. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to recommend to the City Council to approve authorization to issue a building permit for a 35' x 37' addition to the existing Crystal Shamrock facility located at 6000 Douglas Drive North, subject to standard procedure. Motion carried. 5. Discussion items: Zoning ordinance requirement for parking commercial vehi- cles in residential areas was continued to the meeting of January 11, 1993. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commissioner Elsen to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Chairperson uson .,Secretary Elsen