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1993 PC Meeting Minutes/33 CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES January 11, 1993 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 were absent: Feeley; also present were Community Development Direc- tor Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secretary Scofield. On January 5, 1993, the City Council moved to re -appoint Com- missioners Rita Nystrom, Gregory Lundeen and Leo Streator with terms expiring December 31, 1995. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Lun- deen to approve the minutes of the December 14, 1992, 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, 1993. Commissioner Nystrom nominated and Commissioner Hildebrand seconded the nomination of Commissioner Magnuson as Chair- person of the Planning Commission for the year ending December 31, 1993. Commissioner Magnuson was re-elected as Chairperson of the Planning Commission for the year ending December 31, 1993, as there were no other nominations. Motion carried. Commissioner Elsen nominated and Commissioner Lundeen sec- onded the nomination of Commissioner Anderson as Vice - Chairperson of the Planning Commission for the year ending December 31, 1993. Commissioner Anderson was re-elected as Vice -Chairperson of the Planning Commission for the year ending Decem- ber 31, 1993, as there were no other nominations. Motion carried. Commissioner Elsen nominated and Commissioner Anderson seconded the nomination of Commissioner Nystrom as Secre- tary of the Planning Commission for the year ending Decem- ber 31, 1993. Commissioner Nystrom was elected Secretary of the Planning Commission for the year ending December 31, 1993, as there January 11, 1993 - Continued were no other nominations. 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 Variance Application #92-7 for an addition to the existing garage which will expand the non- conforming use and encroach in the required 30 -foot rear yard setback at 3550 Hampshire Ave. N. as requested by Allen J. Franz. Building Inspector Barber explained the necessity for the variance. Mr. Franz did not appear. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Hildebrand to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Lundeen that pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to recommend to the City Council to Crary or mod- ify the strict application of Section. 515.23, Subd. 4 a) to grant a variance of 17.5" in the required 30' rear yard setback (Section 515.2.3, Subd. 4 a) for constructing a 22' x 25' 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 in Application #92-7 of Allen J. Franz. The findings of fact are: Structure that protrudes will be removed from the existing garage, innate hardship of the creek that goes in front and the location of the home, and this is the most feasible way for the addition to be built. Motion carried. 3. 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 lot split and Variance Application #92-8 for a two -unit townhouse 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. Building Inspector Barber stated there are 70 units with two parking spaces per unit and there is a 10 to 12 ft. high hill of dirt between the apartments and the garages, so there are many cases of vandalism. Mr. Kauffmann stated he loses tenants because of the vandalism. The Commission stated this is an apart- ment site not a townhouse site, and perhaps Mr. Kauffmann should consider removing the hill of dirt. /35 - January 11, 1993 - Continued No one appeared in opposition. A. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen that pursuant to Section 506.13, Subd. 3, of the Crystal City Code to continue until Mr. Kauff- mann consults with staff and then requests this item be put back on the agenda regarding the proposed lot split of a 14,750 sq. ft. portion from 7201 - 36th Ave. N., Lot 1, Block 1, Lou -Ann Addition to construct a two -unit townhouse as submitted by Kauffmann & Kauffmann. Motion carried. B. As the previous item was continued, no action was taken on a variance of 14,750 sq. ft. to the existing 174,315 sq. ft. lot to allow the construction of a two -unit townhouse at 7201 - 36th Ave. N. P.I.D. #20- 118-21-21-0006, as requested in Application #92-8 by Kauffmann & Kauffmann. 4. 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 the south 25 feet from 5353 Lakeland Ave. N. to 5345 Lakeland Ave. N. as submitted by the City of Crystal. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen that pursuant to Section 506.13, Subd. 3, of the Crystal City Cods to recommend to the City Council to approve the proposed lot split and combination of the south 25 feet from 5353 Lakeland Ave. NE., Lot 1, Crystal Industrial Addition, to 5345 Lakeland Ave. N., Lot 2, Crystal Industrial Addition, as suhn1itted by the City of Crystal. The findings of fact are: Reasonable request, recommended by City and requested by Skips Auto Repair. Motion carried. 5. Discussion items: A. Zoning ordinance requirement for parking commercial vehicles in residential areas --continued until Febru- ary g., 1993, meeting. B. Finance Advisory Committee --none of the finance offi- cers are available for the January Planning Commission Meeting because of annual reports --Commission requested someone attend as soon as possible. 136 January 11, 1993 - Continued C. Change April 12 meeting date due to Jewish holiday observance --decided not to change at this time. D. Status of Comprehensive Plan --Community Development Director Norris, Mayor Meintsma and City Manager Dul- gar met with the Metropolitan Council stressing the land use compatibility and safety and will meet again. Possibly a third party study. E. City Engineer Monk has developed a plan for recon- struction of streets in South Crystal using State Aid funds. F. Community Development Director Norris will present proposed ordinances regarding adult uses and day care age inconsistency with State. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. Chairperson Magnuson brought up the unexplained absences of Commissioner Feeley. Commissioner Elsen moved and Commissioner Nystrom seconded that Community Development Director Norris should send a memo to the City Council asking them to rescind James Feeley's appointment and declare his position vacant. The following voted aye: Anderson, Elsen, Lundeen, Nystrom and Streator. The following voted no: Hildebrand (another letter should be sent to Mr. Feeley). The following abstained: Magnuson. M:%ion carried 5 to 1. aA t --n 14 1 ec eta y Dystrom r 1 ✓i.. rs Wanuson )3 CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES February 8, 1993 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Hildebrand, Magnuson, Nystrom and Streator; 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 Hilde- brand to approve the minutes of the January 11, 1993, meeting. Motion carried. 1. Discuss Financial Advisory Commission. Finance Director Jim Otto stated he looked at such a thing to be positive and felt three members on the commission to be a good num- ber as beyond that it gets cumbersome. The commission to be made up of taxpayers (business people and residents). Plymouth and Brooklyn Center created temporary commissions for a year or two to see how they worked out and gave a positive response. Applicants should be familiar with financial matters. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to recommend to the council to establish a Financial Advisory Commission. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to recommend to the Council that the commission be made up of residents or operator non-residents with the majority being residents and be 5 to 7 members. Motion carried. 2. Consider relocating/rescheduling Commission meetings dur- ing City Hall renovation. Decided to stay with second Monday of the month and be at the Becker Park Shelter for March and April. 3. Consideration of Variance Application #92-10 for variance to off-street parking and driveway requirements at 4641 Douglas Drive North as requested by Janice Cortner. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, March 8,1993, as the date and time for a public hearing at which time the Planning Commission will sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider Variance Application #92-10 to grant a variance to off- street parking and driveway requirements (Section 515.09, Subd. 6 f) at 4641 Douglas Drive North, P.I.I.#08-118-21- 44-0078, as requested by Janice Cortne;r. Motion carried. February 8, 1993 - Continued 4. Consideration of Sign Variance Application #92-9 for a variance to the Sign Ordinance to permit an off -premise sign for Arnold's Hamburger Grill. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Hildebrand to set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, March 8, 1993, as the date and time for a public hearing at which time the Planning Com- mission will sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider Sign Variance Application #92-9 for a variance to the Sign Ordinance (old Section 406.35, new Section 407.35) to permit an off -premise sign for Arnold's Ham- burger Grill, at 5518 Lakeland Ave. N. P.I.D. #04-118-121- 33-0011, as requested by Larry Anderson of Benjamin's- Arnold's, Inc. Motion carried. 5. Consider revisions to code regarding commercial vehicles in residential areas. Amendment would limit such vehicles to 22 ft. in length and 8 ft. high. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to recommend to the City Council to approve an amendment to the City Code regarding commercial vehi- cles in residential areas. Motion carried. 6. Consider revisions to code regarding off-street parking. Amendment would allow accessory parking located adjacent to the existing garage on a hard surface and no closer than ten feet to the adjacent residence. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Streator to recommend, to the City Council to approve an amendment to the City Code regarding off-street parking. Motion carried. 7. Consider revisions to code regarding foster care. Making the reference to children under the age of 18 consistent. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to recommend to the City Council to approve an amendment to the City Code regarding foster care. Motion carried. 8. Discussion items: Request to consider taxpayers who are non-residents to serve on City advisory commissions. Thought would be all right on most commissions --might be a conflict of interest on Planning Commission. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Streator to recommend to the City Council to allow February 8, 1993 - Continued non-resident taxpayers to serve on commissions except for Planning. Motion carried. 9. Information items: A. Council action removing Commissioner Feeley because of repeated unexcused absences. B. Should have information regarding reconstructing 36th Ave. N. by March meeting. C. If interested in attending the Annual Planning Insti- tute seminars, contact Anne Norris. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nys- trom to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:29 p.m. ecretary N Strom CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES March 8, 1993 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Lundeen, Magnuson, Nystrom and Streator; the following were absent: Hildebrand; also present were Community Development Director Norris and Building Inspector Barber. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nys- trom to approve the minutes of the February 8, 1993, meeting. Motion carried. 1. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing at whish time the Planning Commission will sit as a Sward of Adjustments and Appeals to consider variance Application #92-10 for a variance to off-street Parking and driveway requirements at 4641 Douglas 'Drive North as requested by Janice Curt- ner. Community Development Director Norris presented) Ms. Cortner's application. Ms. Cortner appeared and explained the parking off the garage was too small for visitor park- ing. When the County upgraded Douglas Drive, the curb cut was installed without a special request by the property owner. The following were heard: Helen Moe, 4625 Douglas Drive North, stated Cortner property used to have two accesses onto Douglas Drive. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson that pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to recommend to the City Council to vary or mod- ify the strict application of Section 515.09, Subd. 6 f) to grant a variance to off-street parking and driveway requirements at 4641 Douglas Drive North, P.I.D.#08-118- 21-44-0078, as requested in Application #92-10 of Janice Cortner. The findings of fact are: Hardship created as a result of widening of Douglas Drive, and the County installed a curb cut to access the driveway. Parking on Douglas Drive is extremely limited. Parking off the alley extremely limited. The following voted aye: Anderson, Elsen, Magnuson, Nys- trom and Streator. The following voted no: Lundeen. Motion carried 5 to 1. March 8, 1993 - Continued 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 Sign Variance Application #92-9 for a variance to the Sign Ordinance to permit an off -premise sign for Arnold's Hamburger Grill. Building Inspector Barber was unable to contact the applicant. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Streator that pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to continue until April 12, 1993, the discussion to permit an off -premise sign for Arnold's Ham- burger Grill, at 5518 Lakeland Ave. N., P.I.D. #04-118- 121-33-0011, as requested in Sign Variance Application #92-9 of Larry Anderson of Benjamin's-Arnold's, Inc. Motion carried. 3. 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 Amendments to the Zoning Code regard- ing commercial vehicles in residential areas, off-street parking and definition of foster care as requested by City of Crystal. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Lundeen to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Lundeen and seconded by Commissioner Elsen that pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to recommend to the City Council to amend the Zoning Code which mould limit such vehicles to 22 ft. in length and 8 ft. high in residential areas (Section 515.07, Subd. 16 d) Section 535.09, Subd. 4 f) and Section 515.19, Subd. 3 a); regarding off-street parking and surfacing of drive- ways and accessory parking spaces (Section 515.09, Subd. 6 f) and Section 515.09, Subd. 4 h) 11); and regarding the definition of foster care (Section 515.19, Subd. 2 b), Section 515.23, Subd. 2 d) and 515.25, Subd. 2 e). The findings of fact are: Clarifies ordinance, improves enforcement of City regulations and makes the definition of foster care consistent with Statutes. Motion carried. 4. Consideration of a building permit for an airplane hangar at Lot 52 Scott Ave. N., Crystal Airport, as requested by Thomas Lipinski. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to recommend to the City Council to approve authorization to issue a building permit for a 60 x 75 ft. hangar located at Lot 52 Scott Ave. N., Crystal Airport, March 8, 1993 - Continued subject to standard procedure. Motion carried. 5. Consideration of Application #93-2 of St. James Lutheran Church for a conditional use permit to allow the expansion of the existing church in a R-1 District at 6700 - 46th P1. N. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Streator to set a public hearing before the Plan- ning Commission at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Monday, April 12, 1993, to consider the request of St. James Lutheran Church in Application #93-2 for a conditional use permit to allow the expansion of the existing church in a R-1 (Single Family Residen- tial) District with an approximate 4,600 sq. ft. addition at 6700 - 46th P1. N., P.I.D. #08-118-21-43-0005. Motion carried. 6. Consideration of Variance Application #93-1 for an addi- tion on the existing building which will encroach in the required 22 ft. side street side yard setback at 5410 Lakeland Ave. N. as requested by the Crystal Elks #44, Inc. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Lundeen to set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Monday, April 12, 1993, as the date and time for a public hearing at which time the Planning Commission will sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider Variance Application 493-1 to grant a variance of 14.09 ft. in the required 22 ft. side street side yard setback for a 32 x-40 ft. addition on the existing build= ing at 5410 Lakeland Ave. N., P.I.D. #04-118-21-34-0061, #04-118-21-34-0062 and #04-118-21-34-0063 as requested by the Crystal Elks #44, Inc. Motion carried. 7. Discussion item: John Benson's proposal for the Nafstad property, south of 32nd Ave. N. and east of Douglas Drive. Mr. John Benson (developer) and Mr. Dick Kostick (builder) reviewed the concept plan: lower buildings with under- ground parking and refuse, no garages which improves the appearance of development, lower density, conforms more with single family residential character, development starting adjacent to Lamplighter Apartments, constructed for seniors only --won't allow families in until seniors fill up buildings and units in 48 -unit building average 1,000 sq. ft. each (smallest 600 sq. ft.). The Planning Commission had the following concerns: the condition of the soils on the site and its suitability for March 8, 1993 - Continued extensive construction; proposed density; height of the buildings might have a negative impact on adjacent resi- dential properties; increased traffic created and particu- larly the impact on adjacent residential areas and the pro}po8ed location of the surface parking. The Commission requested Mr. Benson use standards for multi -family units in event the units are not sold to elderly persons or in the future revert to multi -family units; develop the south portion of the property as the Comprehensive Plan shows the northern area maintained for parks and open space and if proceed with any proposal, work with current property owners in the area. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Elsen to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Chairper on M" g $on • 11 1vq CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES April 12, 1993 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Hildebrand and Nystrom; the following were absent: Lundeen, Magnuson -and Streator; also present were Community Development Director Nor- ris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secretary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nys- trom to approve the minutes of the March 8, 1993, meeting, with the following exceptions: Motion carried. I. Vice Chair Anderson declared this was a continuation of the public hearing at which time the Planning Commission will sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider Sign Variance Application #92-9 for a variance to the Sign Ordinance to permit an off -premise sign for Arnold's Ham- burger Grill, 5518 Lakeland Ave. N. Building Inspector. Barber stated the Paddock sign is non -conforming with a variance. The sign will be a metal, two-sided sign stat- ing frontage road access to area businesses with a list of the businesses. Larry Anderson, owner of Arnold's and applicant for the variance, stated all owners want better identification and the Paddock owner thinks it will be good for business. 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 Nystrom that pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to recommend to the City Council to vary or mod- ify the strict application of Sign Ordinance (old Section 406.35, new section 407.35) to permit an off -premise sign for Arnold's Hamburger Grill, at 5518 Lakeland Ave. N., P.I.D. #44-118-12133-0011, as requested in Sign Variance Application #92-9 of Larry Anderson of Benjamin's- Arnold's, Inc. The findings of fact are: Concept of a directional sign would be to the benefit of all the owners, will be a non - lighted sign, necessary particularly since frontage road is new to the residents in the community and will take care of all businesses and would not need further vari- ances to change the list of businesses. Motion carried. April 12, 1993 - Continued 2. Vice Chair Anderson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider Application #93-2 of St. James Lutheran Church for a con- diticzal use permit to allow the expansion of the existing church in a R-1 District at 6700 - 46th P1. N. Jim Mackey, the architect from Adkins Associates in St. Paul, stated there will be a fire alarm system installed, the lower level will be sprinkled, an elevator at a cost of $25,000 to $30,000 with a cost of about $600,000 for the addition. Dean Malmberg, 6807 - 47th Ave. N., Crystal, concerned about the parking on 47th Ave. as sometimes he cannot get out of his driveway and requested resident only parking signs. Building Inspector Barber stated the church had adequate off-street parking. Elaine Pregent, 5917 - 46th Ave. N., will bring the park- ing concerns to the church council's attention.' Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to close the public hearing. Motion carried. A. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Com- missioner Elsen to recommend to the City Council to approve Application 093-2, as submitted by St. James Lutheran Church, for a conditional use permit to allow the expansion of the existing church in a H-1 (Single Family Residential) District (Section 515.19, Subd. 4 c) with an approximate 4,600 sq. ft. addition at 6700 - 46th P1. N., P.I.D. 08-118-21-43-0005. The findings of fact are: Conditions seem to -have been met with respect to granting a conditional use permit, and staff will work with the church to allevi- ate the problem of parking. Motion carried. B. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Com- missioner Elsen to recommend to the City Council to approve authorization to issue a building permit for an addition to St. James Lutheran Church, located at 6700 - 46th P1. N., P.I.D. #08-118-21-43-0005, subject to standard procedure. Motion carried. 3. Vice Chair Anderson 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 #93-1 for an I�� April 12, 1993 - Continued addition on the existing building which will encroach in the required 22 ft. side street side yard setback at 5410 Lakeland Ave. N. as requested by the Crystal Elks #44, Inc. Ed Thonander of the Elks Club stated parking is not a problem. The private parking is fenced, and they have moved the driveway east for better flow of traffic at the time of upgrading Wilshire Blvd. intersection. Community Development Director Norris stated this property is not in the redevelopment area. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to close the public hearing. Motion carried. A. 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 515.13, Subd. 3 b) 2) to grant a variance of 14.09 ft. in the required 22 ft. side street side yard setback for a 32 x 40 ft. addition on the existing building at 5410 Lakeland Ave. N., P.I.D. #04-118-21-34-0061, #04- 118-21-34-0062 and #04-118-21-34-0063, as requested by the Crystal Elks #44, Inc. The findings of fact are: Although the property is big enough to build with a variance, it would be inef- ficient to build that way. No opposition from nearby residents. Motion carried. B. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Com- missioner Elsen to recommend to the City Council to approve authorization to issue a building permit for an addition to the Crystal Elks #44, located at 5410 Lakeland Ave. N., P.I.D. #04-118-21-34-0061, #04-118- 21-34-0062 and #04-118-21-34-0063, subject to standard procedure. Motion carried. 4. Vice Chair Anderson 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 Sign Variance Application #93-3 of Wallace B. Kenneth, 6400 - 27th Ave. N., for a variance to the Sign Ordinance to permit two signs that encroach in the setback, signage that is larger than the allowed sign area and signage projection into the triangular sight area at a corner. April 12, 1993 - Continued Wallace Kenneth, owner and architect of the building, thinks the new signs are attractive and well located. Size is compatible with area, property lines have moved with the widening of the street, attempt to make the buildings beautiful, signs are necessary to protect my investment, pays a lot of taxes, signs not harmful to com- munity, 51 units per building with parking to the rear and the signs are 6' x 81. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Ande'rson.and seconded by Commis- sioner Hildebrand that pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to recommend to the City Council to deny varying or modifying the strict application of Section 407.13, Subd. 6) to grant a variance of 4' to the required 10 ft. setback for sigh #1 on 27th Ave. N. (Medicine Dake Rd); varying or modifying Section 407.13, Subd. 6) to grant a variance of 21 to the required 10 ft. setback for sign #2 on the corner of 27th Ave. N. and Douglas Dr. N.; varying or ;modifying Section 407.21) to grant a variance of 36 sq. ft. to the allowed 12 sq. ft. of sign, area for two free standing signs; and varying or modifying Section 407.13, Subd. 8) to grant a variance of a 4' projection into the triangular sight area at the corner of 27th Ave. N. and Douglas Dr. N. as requested in the Sign variance Application #93-3 of Wallace B. Kenneth at 6400 - 27th Ave. N., P.I.D. #20-118-21-44-0019. The findings of fact are: I. That the strict application of Section 407 (Sign Ordi- nance) of the Crystal City Code does not constitute an undue hardship to the owner, Mr. Kenneth; 2. That Mr. Kenneth has not demonstrated any exceptional circumstances applicable to or circumstances unique to the property at 6400 - 27th Ave. N. which justify a variance to the sign ordinance; 3. That no variance to the sign ordinance is necessary in order to preserve Mr. Kenneth's property rights at 6400 - 27th Ave. N. with regard to the City's Sign regulations and 4. That the owner is responsible to know the law. Motion carried. 5. Consideration of Application #93-4 of Lunar Empire, Inc. DBA Fun Services for a conditional use permit to allow the April 12, 1993 - Continued parking/storage of their trucks, trailers and small kiddie rides in an I-1 District at 5617 Corvallis Ave. N. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen 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, May 10, 1993, to consider the request of Lunar Empire, Inc. DBA Fun Services in Applica- tion #93-4 for a conditional use permit to allow the park- ing/storage of their trucks, trailers and small kiddie rides in an I-1 (Warehousing and Light Industrial) Dis- trict at 5617 Corvallis Ave. N., P.I.D. 09-118-21-24-0056. Motion carried. 6. Consideration of lot split at 4601 Xenia Ave. N. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by commis- sioner Elsen 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, May 10, 1993, to consider approval of the proposed lot split of approximately 9,000 sq. ft. from 4601 Xenia Ave. N., Lot 3, Block 1, Schroeder's 2nd Addition, to make two lots as submitted by. James E. and Cynthia McGuire, 4601 Xenia Ave. N. Motion carried. 7. Consideration of a variance to yard setbacks as requested by Ron Klitzka, 5128 Angeline Ave. N. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, May 10, 1993, as the date and time for a public hearing at which time the Planning Com- mission will sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider a variance to the yard setbacks at 5128 Angeline Ave. N. as requested by Ron Klitzka. Motion carried. 8. Consideration of request to amend Section 515.37, Subd. 2 of the Zoning Ordinance to include pavement maintenance as a permitted or conditional use in the B-4, Community Com- mercial District. Tom Hastings and Mike Wiggins of Quality Seal would like to relocate their business to 4801-09 Idaho Ave. N. An 8' private fence, use 3/4 ton trucks, two ton applicator, store sand and crack filler, primarily commercial work. The Commission recommended a public hearing be set. 9. Information items: A. Letter to Metropolitan Council regarding the Compre- hensive Plan. April 12, 1993 - Continued B. Letter to John Benson regarding .the Nafstad Property, south of 32nd Ave. N. and east of Douglas Drive, and his concept plan. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. WIN �raOn7i3O� Motion carried. kv . �_. Vice Chair Anderson /5-0 CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES May 10, 1993 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Hildebrand, Lun- deen, Magnuson, Nystrom and Streator; also present were Community Development Director Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Record- ing Secretary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commissioner Lun- deen to approve the minutes of the April 12, 1993, meeting. Motion carried. I. Chair Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider Application #93-4 as submitted by Lunar Empire, Inc. DBA Fun Services for a con- ditional use permit to allow the parking/storage of their trucks, trailers and small kiddie rides in an I-1 District at 5617 Corvallis Ave. N. Building Inspector Barber stated this building is the old Post Publishing, will provide screening with an 8' fence, repair work done inside and I-1 does permit outside storage. Bob Lange, 5617 Corvallis Ave. N. and home 3315 Brunswick Ave. N., stated equipment not being used will be removed. The following were heard: Bill Boettner, 5013 Welcome Ave. N., has to move his garage because does not have access to it except through 5617 Corvallis, and there are 26 employees who need parking. Robert Egge, 5029 Welcome Ave. N., complained of no paint on building, loose shingles falling in his yard and would like the owner to clean up the lot. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Lun- deen to recommend to the City Council to approve Application #93-4, as submitted by Lunar Empire, Inc. DBA Fun Services for a conditional use permit to allow the parking/storage of their trucks, trailers and small kiddie rides in an I-1 (Warehousing and Light Industrial) District (Section 515.39, Subd. 4) at 5617 Corvallis Ave. N., P.I.D. 09-118-21-24-0056. The findings of fact are: Approval will be predicated upon the provisions: 1. The area is fenced and screened from view of neighboring and residential uses. The screening required shall 15-1 May 10, 1993 - Continued consist of a solid fence or wall not less than 6' nor more than 8' in height. 2. Storage must be screened from view from the public right- of-way. 3. All storage areas must be of grass or hard surface to con- trol dust. 4. Any and all lighting should be hooded and so directed that the light sources shall not be visible from the public right-of-way or from neighboring residents. Plus no inoperable vehicles may be stored outside and repairs will be done inside. An owner of I-1 property has the right to use it for storage. The following voted aye: Anderson, Elsen, Hildebrand, Lun- deen, Magnuson and Streator. The following voted no: Nystrom. Motion carried 6 to 1. . Chair Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider the proposed lot split at 4601 Xenia Ave. N. as submitted by James and Cynthia McGuire. Building Inspector Barber stated. the McGuires will split off the west 881. Cynthia McGuire stated the shed will go with the lot, and the lot will be sold for a single family residence. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand 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 of 8,800 sq. ft. from 4601 Xenia Ave. N., Lot 3, Block 1, Schroeder's 2nd Addition, to make two lots as submitted by James E. and Cynthia McGuire, 4601 Xenia Ave. N. The findings of fact are: Lot split will create two lots big- ger than required and no reason why should not be allowed to go through. Motion carried. 3. Chair 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 #93-5 for a detached deck which will encroach in the front yard setback and the required 3 ft. side yard setback at 5128 Angeline Ave. N. as requested by Eon and Nellie Klitzka. Building Inspector Barber stated there was a small deck from the stop at the side yard and according to Code the deck must be in the back half of the lot. 16701 May 10, 1993 - Continued Ron Klitzka explained his health problems which will necessi- tate his being in a wheel chair and the inability to use a bedroom to open onto a deck. He does not want to tear up half his driveway to allow for a ramp to the front. The deck by the patio door was too small. The Commission suggested contacting an architect or Courage Center to try to work out a solution. Chair Magnuson asked Mr. Klitzka if he wanted the item continued to the next meet- ing or brought to a vote. Mr. Klitzka chose to bring it to a vote. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Lundeen that pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to continue until the June 14 meeting the discussion of varying or modifying the strict application of Section 515.07, Subd.5 c) 1) and 5) to grant a variance of 2 ft. in the front yard setback and 2' 9" of the required 3 ft. side yard setback for a detached deck at 5128 Angeline Ave. N., P.I.D. #09-118- 21-12-0164 as requested in Application #93-5 of Ron and Nellie Klitzka. The following voted aye: Anderson, Elsen, Nystrom and Streator. The following voted no: Hildebrand, Lundeen and Magnuson. Motion carried 4 to 3. 4. Chair Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider a request by the City of Crystal to amend Section 515.37, Subd. 4 of the Zoning Ordinance to include asphalt maintenance as a conditional use in the B-4, Community Commercial District. Mike Wiggins, 6616 - 43rd Ave. N., and Tom Hastings, Maple Grove, owners of Quality Seal hope to relocate to 4801-09 Idaho Ave. N. There would be machinery, trucks, tanks stored or taken out to the site and cold tar materials used are nonflammable. Commissioner Lundeen thought such companies used loot and flammable materials. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Lundeen to continue until the June 14 meeting the discussion of an amendment to Section 515.37, Subd. 4 of the Zoning Ordi- nance to include asphalt maintenance as a conditional use in the B-4, Community Commercial District as requested by the City of Crystal. Motion carried. may 10, 1993 - Continued . Consideration of a building permit for addition to existing building at 5222 - 56th Ave. North as submitted by the VFW. Representative from the VFW stated the addition would provide additional dining, office space and a coat room. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Lun- deen to recommend to the City Council to approve authorization to issue a building permit for a 28' x 25' addition to the existing building located at 5222 - 56th Ave North (VFW), P.I.D. #04-118-21-43-0010, subject to standard procedure. Motion carried. 6. Chair Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider Application #93-6 as submitted by John Benson and the property owner, Nor- man Nafstad, to rezone property from R-1 (Single Family Resi- dential) to R-4 District (High Density Residential) located between 29th and 32nd Avenue North. and between Douglas Drive and Brunswick Avenue North. The proponents presented the fol- lowing: Jahn Benson stated in the new Comprehensive Plan this area was designated high density with up to 22 units per acre providing other conditions are met, considering soil condi- tions and wetlands on the site. Proposing for elderly (no Section 8 housing) for approximately 300 units. R-1 not appropriate for soil conditions and only support economically with R-4. Want support from community and neighborhood. MnDOT data showed traffic has gone down. Proposing three- story buildings, colonial style with underground parking. Chair Magnuson requested soil testings, report from the DNR as to being able to build on property and regarding the wetlands, height of buildings (way too high to residences on Douglas), recent traffic impact as 1989 to 1991 Medicine Lake Road and 36th Ave. N. being redone, development only on south portion and need to prove best use of land. The following were heard: Burt Genis, 5941 -29th P1 N Carl Schleif, 3021 Douglas Frank Koss, 3200 Colorado Pat Palus, 2957 Edgewood Steve Berg, 3301 Adair Leo Merchant, 3140 Doug BrianSimmons 3430 Bruns Marshall Lehman, 6009-29 PI Steve Johnson, 2957 Edge Mary Lettenmaier, 3.260 Brun Mike Halek, 3141 Douglas Gwen Lange, 3319 Bruns Karen Looft, 3265 Adair Shirlie Lundgren, 6307 -34th Ave Pete Switenki, 2909 Edgewood David Seffren, 5919 Medicine Lk Rd Bob Bender, 3248 Brunswick Steve Gabbert, 3254 Brunswick Harvey Bennett, 3419 Brunswick Eloise Gershone, 6017 -29th PI N Tom Boettcher, 3451 Brunswick Michelle Berg, 3301 Adair Dale Hallstlrom, 5901 -29th P1 N Charles LaBissoniere, 3120 Douglas June Sandberg, 3022 Douglas Katie Green, 3030 Douglas EWA 9�. 10, 1993 - Continued The following concerns were expressed: Want to keep property zoned single family, statement from the DNR and PCA, how many acres, what is maximum number of units if R-4 zoning goes through, when is owner going to clean up site, want current traffic counts, environmental impact on wildlife, should bene- fit community not just property owner, what traffic generated and capacity to existing streets, how many property owners notified (within 500' of site), impact on street repair, ground water elevation and drainage handled, more accidents, possible increase in crime and replacing wetlands Moved by Commissioner Lundeen and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to continue until June 14 meeting the discussion of Application #93-6 as submitted by John Benson and the property owner, Norman Nafstad, to rezone property from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to R-4 District (High Density Residential) located between 29th and 32nd Avenue North and between Douglas Drive and Brunswick Avenue North, described as P.I.D. #21-118- 21-32-0002 (portion), #21-118-21-32-0003 (portion), #21-118- 21-32-0006, #21-118-21-32-0004 (portion), #21-118-21-32-0007, #21-118-21-32-0009, #21-118-21-32-0010, #21-118-21-32-0011, #21-118-21-32-0012, #21-118-21-32-0018, #21-118-21-32-0027, #21-118-21-33-0001, #21-118-21-33-0002, and #21-118-21-33- 0003. Motion carried. 7. Consideration of Sign Variance Application #93-7 for a vari- ance to the Sign Ordinance in order to replace sign in its original location at 5747 West Broadway. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Elsen to set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Monday, June 14, 1993, as the date and time for a public hearing at which time the Planning Commission will sit as a Beard of Adjustments and Appeals to consider Sign Variance Application #93-7 for a variance to the Sign Ordi- nance (Section 407.15, Subd. 6) to permit a variance of 3' to the required 10' from lot line in order to replace the sign in its original location at 5747 West Broadway, P.I.D. #05-118- 21-42-0041, as requested by Douglas Prellwitz. Motion carried. 8. Information items: A. Possible reuse of area and new construction at 4801-09 Idaho Ave. N. --Building Inspector Barber stated there is a company that makes commercials that is interested in the site, would eliminate parking along Idaho, no conditional use required and setbacks are okay. B. Update regarding CR 81/Wilshire Blvd. Planning Study --con- tinued to July 12 meeting. May 10, 1993 - Continued Moved by Commissioner Streator and seconded by Commissioner Elsen to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 10:10 p.m. Chair Magnuson Secretary Nystr / s� /5- 4 CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES June 14, 1993 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Hildebrand, Lundeen, Magnuson, Nystrom, Streator and VonRueden; also pre- sent were Community Development Director Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secretary Scofield. On June 1, 1993, the City Council moved to appoint Richard Von- Rueden as a Planning Commissioner to the term expiring December 31, 1993. Chair Magnuson swore in new Planning Commissioner Richard VonRueden. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Ander- son to approve the minutes of the May 10, 1993, meeting. Motion carried. 1. Chair Magnuson declared this was a continuation of the public hearing at which time the Planning Commission will sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider Variance Application #93-5 for a detached deck which will encroach in the front yard setback and the required 3 ft. side yard setback at 5128 Angeline Ave. N. as requested by Ron and Nellie Klitzka. Building Inspector Barber stated the house has 218" doors and in order to use a wheel chair need 32" doors. As it would be setting a precedent to grant the requested variance, the Chair urged Mr. Klitzka to contact Shannon McGuran of Courage Center for an evalu- ation of his house and suggestions to make it accessible. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Lundeen that pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to continue until the July 12 meeting the discussion of varying or modifying the strict applica- tion of Section 515.07, Subd. 5 c) 1) and 5) to grant a variance of 2 ft. in the front yard setback and 2' 9" of the required 3 ft. side yard setback for a detached deck at 5128 Angeline Ave. N., P.I.D. #09-118-21-12-0164 as requested in Application #93-5 of Ron and Nellie Klitzka. Motion carried. 2. Chair Magnuson declared this was a continuation of the public hearing to consider a request by the City of Crys- tal to amend Section 515.37, Subd. 4 of the Zoning Ordi- nance to include asphalt maintenance as a conditional use in the B-4, Community Commercial District. Community Director Norris stated this conditional use should be in an I-1, Warehousing and Light Industrial District. 6/ . June 14, 1993 - Continued Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to recommend to the City Council to deny an amendment to Section 515.37, Subd. 4 of the Zoning Ordi- nance to include asphalt maintenance as a conditional use in the B-4, Community Commercial District as requested by the city of crystal. The findings of fact are: Not an appropriate use for 5-4 District; in other cities these types of business are operating in an industrial district. Motion carried. 3. Chair Magnuson declared this was a continuation of the public hearing to consider Application #93-6 as submitted by John Benson and the property owner, Norman Nafstad, to rezone property from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to R- 4 District (High Density Residential) located between 29th and 32nd Avenue North and between Douglas Drive and Brunswick Avenue North. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to continue until the July 12 meeting the discussion, of Application #93-6 as submitted by John Ben- son and the property owner, Nox-man Nafstad, to rezone property from R-1 (single Family Residential) to R-4 Dis- trict (High Density Residential) located between 29th and 32nd Avenue North and between Douglas Drive and Brunswick Avenue Forth, described as P.I.D. #21-118-2132-0002 (portion), #21-.118-21-32-0003 (portion), #21-118-21-32- 0006, #21-118-21-32-0004 (portion) , #21-118•-21-32-0007, #21-11821-32-0009, #21-116-21-32-0010, #21-118-21-32- 0011, #21-118-21-32-0012, #21-118-21-32-0018, #21-118-21- 32-0027, 021-118-21-33-0001, #21-118-21-33-OD02, and 421- 118-21-33-0003. Motion carried. 4. Chair 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 Sign variance Application 493-7 for a variance to the Sign Ordinance in order to replace the sign in its original location at 5747 West Broadway. Building inspec- tor Barb(sr stated it was a wooden sign that fell over, and if it were put on the building, it becomes a wall sign. The Commission suggested a 121 high by 61 ,ride sign, and were reluctant to set a precedent. June 14, 1993 - Continued Moved by Commissioner Lundeen and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to continue until the July 12 meeting the discus- sion of Sign Variance Application #93-7 for a variance to the Sign Ordinance (Section 407.15, Subd. 6) to permit a variance of 3' to the required 10' from lot line in order to replace the sign in its origbring it to a vote. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Lundeen that pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to continue until the Juiy 12 meeting the discussion of varying or modifying the strict application of Section 515.07, Subd.5 c) 1) and 5) to grant a variance of 2 ft. in the front yard setback and 1' 9" of the required 3 ft. side yard setback for. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Lun- deen to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m. Chair Ma n Secretary , *tFo m l CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES July 12, 1993 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Magnuson, Nystrom and VonRueden; Hildebrand arrived at 7:29 p.m.; the following were absent: Lundeen and Streator; also present were Community Development Director Norris, Building Inspector Bar- ber and Recording Secretary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nys- trom to approve the minutes of the June 14, 1993, meeting. Motion carried. 1. The Commission continued its consideration of Variance Application #93-5 for a detached deck which will encroach in the front yard setback and the required 3 ft. side yard setback at 5128 Angeline Ave. N. as requested by Ron and Nellie Klitzka. Chair Magnuson talked with Mr. Zimmerman of Minnesota Department of Jobs and Training who stated a temporary ramp could be put up within 12 hours off the rear deck or from the patio door on the side. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen that pursuant to Section 515.56 of the Crys- tal City Code to recommend to the City Council to deny granting a variance of 2 ft. in the front yard setback and 2' 9" of the required 3 ft. side yard setback for a detached deck at 5129 Angeline ,Ave. N., P.x.u. #09-118-21- 12-0164 as requested in Application #93-5 of Ron and Nel- lie Klitzka. The findings of fact are: a. The applicant has not shown that the property cannot be put to reasonable use if used within the spirit and intent of the Zoning Code. b. There are no conditions unique to this property that it cannot be used as intended by the Zoning Code. C. The variance, if granted, would alter the character of the property and adjacent properties. d. The Planning Commission has worked with Mr. Klitzka, and they have been unable to reach a mutually agreeable solution. Motion carried. t July 12, 1993 - Continued 2. Chair Magnuson declared this was a continuation of the public hearing to consider Application #93-6 as submitted by John Benson and the property owner, Norman Nafstad, to rezone property from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to R- 4 District (High Density Residential) located between 29th and 32nd Avenue North and between Douglas Drive and Brunswick Avenue North. Community Development Director Norris stated she had no new information from John Benson other than that he has not been able to meet with the Corps of Engineers until the end of this week because of the flooding problems throughout the State. There are no wetlands under the DNR, and he has notified the Bassett Creek Water Management. The following were heard: Marcene Bakken, 3260 Adair Ave N Diane Hammes, 5932 - 29th P1 N Julie Paige, 3122 Douglas Dr N Dale Hallstrom, 5901 - 29th Pl N Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to continue until the September 13 meeting the discussion of Application #93-6 as submitted by John Benson and the property owner, Norman Nafstad, to rezone property from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to R-4 Dis- trict (High Density Residential) located between 29th and 32nd Avenue North and between Douglas Drive and Brunswick Avenue North, described as P.I.D. #21-118-21-32-0002 (portion), #21-118-21-32-0003 (portion), #21-118-21-32- 0006, #21-118-21-32-0004 (portion), #21-118-21-32-0007, #21-118-21-32-0009, #21-118-21-32-0010, #21-118-21-32- 0011, #21-118-21-32-0012, #21-118-21-32-0018, #21-118-21- 32-0027, #21-118-21-33-0001, #21-118-21-33-0002, and #21- 118-21-33-0003 and to direct staff to write to John Benson that he is to bring the information to the September 13 meeting. Motion carried. 3. Chair Magnuson declared this was a continuation of the public hearing at which time the Planning Commission will sit as a Board. of Adjustments and Appeals to consider Sign. Variance Application #93-7 as submitted by Douglas Prell- witz for a variance to the Sign Ordinance in order to replace the sign in its original location at 5747 West Broadway. Douglas Prellwitz stated no other place to put the sign, would like to use the footings for the existing sign and has the required 29 parking places. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to close the public hearing. ommissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to close the public hearing. /6/ July 12, 1993 - Continued Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to recommend to the City Council to approve Sign Variance Application #93-7 for a variance to the Sign Ordinance (Section 407.15, Subd. 6) to permit a variance of 3' to the required 10' from lot line in order to replace the sign in its original location at 5747 West Broadway, P.I.D. #05-118-21-42-0041, as requested by Dou- glas Prelit any other location, and the sign is a legal size. Motion carried. 4. Consideration of a building permit for a 15,298 square foot expansion at Crystal Shopping Center, 300 Willow Bend as requested by Paster Enterprises. The expansion will be south of Radio Shack and behind Min- nesota Fabrics. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to recommend to the City Council to approve authorization to issue a building permit for an expansion to the Crystal Shopping Center at 300 Willow Bend, P.I.D. #05-118-21-43-0003, subject to standard procedure. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to direct staff to review parking require- ments for all shopping centers. Motion carried. 5. The Commission set public hearings to consider the follow- ing items: A. Amendment to Section 515.39 of the Crystal Zoning Ordinance to permit living quarters associated with mini -storage facilities as a conditional use. Moved byt living quarters associated with mini -storage facilities as a conditional use. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commis- sioner Anderson to set 7:00 p.m., or as soon there- after as the matter may be heard, Monday, August 9, 1993, as the date and time for a public bearing at which time the Planning Commission will consider an amendment to Section 515.39 of the Crystal Zoning ordinance to permit living quarters associated with mini -storage facilities as a conditional use in the I- 1 Warebousing and Light Industrial District, as requested by the City of Crystal. Motion carried. B. Conditional use permit for living quarters July 12, 1993 - Continued associated with a mini -storage facility at 5217 Hanson Court. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commis- sioner Anderson to set 7:00 p.m., or as soon there- after as the matter may be heard, Monday, August 9, 1993, as the date and time for a public hearing at which time the Planning Commission will consider Application #93-8 for a conditional use permit to allow living quarters associated with a mini -storage facility at 5217 Hanson Court, P.I.D. #09-118-21-22-0046, as requested by Dick Curry. Motion carried. C. Rezoning of 5132 Hanson Court from P-1, Off -Street Parking District - Commercial/Industrial, to I-1, Warehousing and Light Industrial District. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commis- sioner Anderson to set 7:00 p.m., or as soon there- after as the matter may be heard, Monday, August 9, 1993, as the date and time for a public hearing at which time the Planning Commission will consider the request of Dick Curry in Application #93-9 to rezone the property from P-1, Off -Street Parking District - Commercial/Industrial, to I-1 Warehousing and Light Industrial District at 5132 Hanson Court, described as Lot 3, Block 1, Mars 2nd Addition. Motion carried. 6. The Commission discussed the County Road 81/Wilshire Boulevard Planning Study. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to recommend to the City Cried. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commissioner Elsen to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m. 4zi / i�._ Secretafy (O • t CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES August 9, 1993 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Eisen, Hildebrand, Lundeen, Magnuson, Nystrom, Streator and VonRueden; the following was absent: Anderson; also present were Community Development Direc- tor Norris and Building Inspector Barber. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Eisen to approve the minutes of the July 12, 1993, meeting. Motion carried. 1. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider a request by the City of Crystal to amend Section 515.39 of the Crystal Zoning Ordinance to permit living quarters asso- ciated with mini -storage facilities as a conditional use in the I-1 Warehousing and Light Industrial District. Building Inspector Barber presented the proposed amendment. Dick Curry, All American Self Storage, discussed parking for living quarters. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Eisen and seconded by Commissioner Streator to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Eisen and seconded by Commissioner N Strom to recommend to the City Council to approve an amendment to Section 515.39 of the Crystal ,Zoning Ordinance to permit living quarters associated with mini -storage facilities as a conditional use in the I-1 Warehousing and Light Industrial. District, as requested by the City of Crystal. The findings of fact are: To provide another use in I-1 District with the following conditions for Section 515.39, Subd. 4: c) An on -premise caretaker dwelling unit when provided in connection with mini -storage use. (Mini -storage is con- sidered the principal use of property where space is being rented or leased for storage purposes.) 1) All design standards for single-family dwelling must be met as specified in Section 515.15, Subd. 5 a) 2) On-site parking must be provided as specified in Section 515.09, Subd. 8 a) 14 August 9, 1993 - Continued 3) All construction requirements must be complied with relative to the State Building Code. To update the ordinance to permit use currently not addressed in the ordinance. Motion carried. 2. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider Appli- cation #93-8 for a conditional use permit to allow living quarters associated with a mini -storage facility in the I-1 District at 5217 Hanson Court as requested by Dick Curry of All American Self Storage. Building Inspector Barber reviewed proposals for 5132 and 5217 Hanson Court. 5132 parcel is proposed to be rezoned to I-1, Light Industrial District, and building at 5217 pro- posed to be renovated to mini -storage facility including one living unit which requires a conditional use permit to be located where current office area is. The Planning Commis- sion questioned the ventilation for the facility and concern about hazardous materials being stored in the facility. Dick Curry, All American Self Storage, stated they own a similar facility in St. Paul (Marshall & Snelling) and reviewed plan for storage facility. A lot of storage in St. Paul facility is used by retail pharmaceutical sales repre- sentatives, and lease prohibits storage of hazardous materi- als. Facility is open limited hours daily, and some accounts may have code for 24-hour access to facility. Facility proposed for 5132 is cold storage only. Will man- age operation and lease building from the current owner. Building Inspector Barber stated the Council will consider the First Reading of the amendment on August 17, 1993, and the conditional use permit and the second reading of the amendment will be considered at the September 7, 1993, Coun- cil meeting. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Lundeen to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Lundeen to recommend to the City Council to approve Applica- tion #93-8 for a conditional use permit to allow living quarters associated with a mini -storage facility in the I-1 (Warehousing and Light Industrial) District (Section 515.39, Subd. 4) at 5217 Hanson Court, P.I.D. #09-118-21-22-0046, as requested by Dick Curry of All American Self Storage. August 9, 1993 - Continued The findings of fact are: Living quarters is a reasonable accessory use to mini -storage facility. The proposed care- taker dwelling unit is secondary in nature relative to the overall use. The primary use is consistent with the Compre- hensive Plan. The geographic area is primarily industrial. This secondary use should not depreciate the area. The need for an on-site caretaker is necessary for managing the facility and also provides security for the facility. Further discussion: The recommendation is contingent upon Council approval of ordinance amendment permitting living quarters as a conditional use permit in an I-1 District. Planning Commission was concerned the procedure recommending approval was based on assumption Council will amend the ordinance. Motion carried. Chairperson Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider Appli- cation #93-9 as submitted by Dick Curry of All American Self Storage, to rezone property from P-1 (Off -Street Parking District - Commercial/Industrial) to I-1 (Warehousing and Light Industrial District) at 5132 Hanson Court. Building Inspector Barber stated that other properties in the area are zoned I-2 (Heavy Industrial District). The Comprehensive Plan guides area for employment oriented mixed use. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Elsen to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Lundeen and seconded by Commissioner Elsen, to recommend to the. City Council to approve Applica- tion #93-9 as submitted by Dick Curry of All American, Self Storage, to rezone property from P-1 (Off -Street Parking District - Commercial/Industrial) to I-1 (Warehousing and Light Industrial District) at 5132 Hanson Court, legally described as Lot. 3, Blook 1, Mare 2nd Addition. The findings of fact are: zoning is consistent with new revised Comprehensive Plan. The rezoning of this property would be consistent with the zoning of other properties in the area. Rezoning the property will not depreciate the area. Motion carried. 4.. Consideration of a building permit for a building conversion to a mini -storage facility at 5217 Hanson Court as requested by Dick Curry of All American Self Storage. Dick Curry /46 August 9, 1993 - Continued reviewed the proposed renovations; plans being drafted currently. The Planning Commission was concerned about recommending authorization of the building permit without ordinance amendment approved by the Council. Building permit approval for living quarters is contingent upon Council approval; repairs and renovation to building for storage use is not contingent upon Council approval. Moved by Commissioner Lundeen and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to recommend to the City Council to approve aaitho- rization to issue a building permit for a building conver- sion to a mini -storage facility at 5217 Hanson Court, P.I.D. #09-118-21-22-0046, subject to standard procedure. Approval for living quarters contingent upon Council approval of ordinance amendment approving living quarters as a condi- tional use in an I-1 District. Motion carried. 5. Chair Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider the proposed lot split and combination of the 6' x 131.41' portion from 3259 Brunswick Ave. N. to 3235 Brunswick Ave. N. as submitted by Frank P. Caruso, 3235 Brunswick Ave. N. Building Inspector Barber reviewed the request. Frank Caruso appeared. No one appeared in opposition. 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 Nystrom to recommend to the City Council to approve the proposed lot split and combination of the 6' x 131.41' portion from 3259 Brunswick Ave. N., Lot 7, Block 2, Sunny - brook Acres, to 3235 Brunswick Ave. N., Lot 4, Block 1, Zappa's Addition, for a garage addition as submitted by Frank P. Caruso, 3235 Brunswick Ave. N. Motion carried. 6. Consideration of Application #93-10 of SuperAmerica Group Inc. for a conditional use permit to allow a car wash addi- tion in a B-3 District at 7818 - 36th Ave. N. (SuperAmerica). Building Inspector Barber reviewed the request to install car wash at rear of facility with no parking removed. Com- mission concerned about site being able to accommodate addi- tional use, especially one creating additional stacking demand and concerned about access from east and increased traffic congestion in area. August 9, 1993 - Continued Moved by Commissioner Streator and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand 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 13, 1993, to consider the request of SuperAmerica Group Inc. for a conditional use permit to allow a car wash addition in a B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District (Section 515.35, Subd. 4. b) at 7818 - 36th Ave. N., P.I.D. #17-118-21-33-0006). Motion carried. 7. Consideration of Application #93-11 of Walter Wampach for rezoning property from B-4 (Community Commercial) District to B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District and #93-12 for a conditional use permit to allow minor automotive repair in a B-3 District at 5272 West Broadway. Building Inspector Barber reviewed proposal to reopen car wash and add an auto detailing operation. This use requires a conditional use permit. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Lundeen to set a public hearing before the Planning Commis- sion at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Monday, September 13, 1993, to consider the request sof Walter Wampa+ch in Application #93-11 to rezone the property from 5-4 (Community Commercial) District to B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District and #93-12 fcr a condi- tional use permit to allow a rinar automotive repair in a B- 3 District (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District (section 515.35, Subd. 4 c) at 5272 Fest Broadway, Lot 17, Black 2, Hanson's Addition. Motion carried. 8. Consideration of parking requirements for shopping center facilities. Planning Commission discussed existing parking requirements and suggestions for revisions. Directed staff to draft proof of parking language provision for zoning ordinance. 9. Information items: A. Section 1160 of the Crystal City Code - Transient Mer- chants. B. City Council is considering allowing non-residents to serge on commissions inQluding Planning Commission. Planning Commission concerned about non-residents on Planning Commission because of issues handled by Commis- sion. Suggested non-residents be in non-voting/ex offi- cio capacity. Business owners/non-residents have good ideas and perspectives, but concerned about bias and conflict of interest.Commission asked staff to write memo to City Manager and City Council regarding concerns. a MW August 9, 1993 - Continued Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 9:02 p.m. 4�ea ys rom Motion carried. r� Chair M gni CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES September 13, 1993 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Hildebrand, Lun- deen, Magnuson, Nystrom and VonRueden; the following were absent: Elsen and Streator; also present were Community Devel- opment Director Norris and Recording Secretary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to approve the minutes of the August 9, 1993, meeting. Motion carried. 1. Chair Magnuson declared this was a continuation of the public hearing to consider Application #93-6 as submitted by John Benson and the property owner, Norman Nafstad, to rezone property from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to R- 4 District (High Density Residential) located between 29th and 32nd Avenue North and between Douglas Drive and Brunswick Avenue North. Community Development Director Norris stated she had received a copy of a letter from an engineering firm that Mr. Benson had retained to conduct a wetland delineation and survey of the property and that she had spoken with Joe Yanta of the Army Corps of Engi- neers and he commented that any filling of the wetland area will require a minimum of one to one replacement. John Benson stated that due to the heavy work load of the Corps of Engineers he had incurred the added expense in hiring the engineering firm of McCombs Frank Roos Assoc. to do the wetland delineation and survey and was planning to have a joint pre -application meeting September 20 or 21 with the Corps of Engineers, DNR, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the MPCA. The following were heard: Steve Johnson, 2957 Edgewood Ave. N. Frank Koss, 3200 Colorado Ave. N. Terry Moriarity, 3232 Yates Ave. N. Pat Johnson, 2957 Edgewood Ave. N. June Sandberg, 3022 Douglas Drive N. The following concerns were raised: The project of reha- bilitating streets of the southern portion of Crystal would be affected by the loss of the wetland area as part of the storm wager management system and flooding of streets. Joe Yanta of Army Carps of Engineers and Len Kremer of Barr Engineering have said much of the property is considered wetlands. Would like a public agency as well as the private engineering firm: hired by Mr. Season to do the wetland delineation and survey. Traffic 170 September 13, 1993 - Continued increase if zoning changed to high density. Where the driveways would be located because of the accidents that have occurred. loved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to continue indefinitely the discussion of Application #93-6 as submitted by John Benson and the property owner, Norman Nafstad, to rezone property from R- 1 (Single Family Residential) to R-4 District (High Den- sity Residential) located between 29th and 32nd Avenue North and between Douglas Drive and Brunswick Avenue North, described as P.I.D. #21-118-21-32-0002 (portion), #21-118-21-32-0003 (portion), #21-118-21-32-0006, #21-118- 21-32-0004 (portion), #21-118-21-32-0007, #21-118-21-32- 0009, #21-118-21-32-0010, #21-118-21-32-0011, #21-118-21- 32-0012, #21-118-21-32-0018, #21-118-21-32-0027, #21-118- 21-33-0001, #21-118-21-33-0002, and #21-118-21-33-0003 until Mr. Benson provides adequate information. Also staff should update the Commission monthly and notify the residents (within 500 ft.) of the resumption of the public hearing. Motion carried. 2. Chair Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider Application #93-10 of SuperAmerica Group Inc. for a conditional use permit to allow a self-service car wash addition in a B-3 District at 7818 - 36th Ave. N. (SuperAmerica). The pro- ponents presented the following Andy Priolo and Jim DeSalles of SuperAmerica stated the car wash is a service customers have requested, would be a 24-hour operation, would be on the north end of the building, could move the handicap and employee parking to the other side of the lot (reduce the parking spaces by two to the required 24 spaces), no additional traffic is anticipated, could re- locate the phone booth, could schedule refueling by tankers to the middle of the night. Bill Pearson, the architect, will look at the traffic pattern with City Engineer Monk. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Lundeen to continue until October 11, 1993, the discussion of Application #93-10 as submitted by SuperAmerica Group Inc. for a conditional use permit to allow a self-service car wash addition in a B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) Dis- trict (Section 515.35, Subd. 4 b) at 7818 - 36th Ave. N., P.I.D. #17-118-21-33-0006 addressing the handicap parking, safety of the sidewalk to the store and movement of traffic. Motion carried. 3. Chair Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider Application #93-11 as submitted by Walter Wampach to rezone property September 13, 1993 - Continued from B-4 (Community Commercial) District to B-3 (Auto -Ori- ented Commercial) District and #93-12 for a conditional use permit to allow minor automotive repair in a B-3 Dis- trict at 5272 West Broadway. The proponents presented the following: Walter Wampach stated he would open three stalls for self-service car wash and one stall for minor auto repair. John Luther, Mr. Wampach's son-in-law at 2320 - 96th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, stated his support for allowing Mr. Wampach to open a car wash. The following were heard: Bill Jurkens, owner of Octopus Car Wash at 5301 Douglas Drive, questioned the availabil- ity of a public restroom facility for a car repair. Donald Noonan, owner of the apartment buildings at 5324, 5332 and 5340 Hanson Court, wanted the area cleaned ug (hill of dirt and debris to the rear of the lot) and the building fixed up, concerned cars would be left over night and the lighting necessary to deter theft and vandalism as well as noise might affect the apartments. Commission suggested fencing, lighting be directed away from the apartments, Mr. Wampach should develop a site plan, state the hours of operation of the minor automotive repair and the impact on the residents. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to continue until October 11, 1993, the discussion of Application #93-11 as submitted by Walter Wampach to rezone the property from B-4 (Community Commer- cial) District to B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District and #93-12 for a conditional use permit to allow a minor automotive repair in a B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) Dis- trict (Section 515.35, Subd. 4 c) at 5272 West Broadway, Lot 17, Block 2, Hanson's Addition. Motion carried. 4. Consideration of a building permit to build six buildings to be used for a mini -storage facility at 5132 Hanson Court as requested by Dick Curry of All American Self Storage. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Hildebrand to recommend to the City Council to approve authorization to issue a building permit for con- struction of a mini -storage facility at 5132 Hanson Court, P.I.D. #09-118-21-22-0041, subject to standard procedure. Motion carried. 5. Consideration of a building permit for a 3,400 sq. ft. addition to Title Wave in Crystal Gallery at 5508 West Broadway as requested by Midwest Management. Plan to use the difficult to maintain green space for the addition and double the number of trees along West Broadway. Will move t September 13, 1993 - Continued the store entrance to the south end making it more accessible. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Lundeen to recommend to the City Council to approve authorization to issue a building permit for a 3,400 sq. ft. addition to Title Wave in Crystal Gallery at 5508 West Broadway, P.I.D. #05-118-21-44-0046, subject to standard procedure. Motion carried. 6. Consideration of Application #93-13 of Steve Mueller, Sr. of North Suburban Towing for a conditional use permit to allow the use of property as a storage yard for police impounded vehicles during winter months only (October 1 - March 31) in an I-1 District at 5612 Corvallis Ave. N. (Tim's Tree Service, Inc.) 7. 8. Moved by Commissioner Lundeen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson 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, October 11, 1993, to consider the request of Steve Mueller, Sr. of North Suburban Towing for a conditional use permit to allow the use of property as a storage yard for police impounded vehicles during winter months only (October 1 -March 31) in an I-1 (Warehousing and Light Industrial) District (Section 515.39, Subd. 4 a) at 5612 Corvallis Ave. N., P.I.D. #09-118-21-24-0003. Motion carried. Consideration of Sign Variance Application #93-14 for a variance to the Sign Ordinance in order to permit an addi- tional wall sign at Target, 5537 West Broadway. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Hildebrand to set 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Monday, October 11, 1993, as the date and time for a public hearing at which time the Planning Commission will sit as a Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider Sign Variance Application #93-14 for a vari- ance to the Sign Ordinance (Section 407.19, Subd. 4 a) in order to permit an additional 36 -foot square wall sign at Target, 5537 West Broadway, P.I.D. #05-118-21-44-0009, as requested by David Leopold of Poblocki & Sons, Inc. Motion carried. Consideration of amending Zoning Ordinance to provide proof of parking option. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner Nystrom to continue until October 11, 1993, the September 13, 1993 - Continued discussion of amending the Zoning Ordinance to provide proof of parking option. Motion carried. 9. Discussion item: Commissioner Anderson stated that at the September 7 Coun- cil Meeting by a vote of 4 to 3 on the First Reading of the Ordinance that non-residents could be on the various City commissions. This was a suggestion by the Twin West Chamber and drafted by City Attorney Dave Kennedy. He said he asked which communities have such an arrangement but did not receive an answer. The Commission plans to attend the next Council meeting for the Second Reading. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Lun- deen to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:19 p.m. Chair Magnubo Secretary Ntst VIM 3 /-7 CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES October 11, 1993 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Magnuson, Nys- trom, Streator and VonRueden the following were absent: Hilde- brand and Lundeen; also present were Community Development Director Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secre- tary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to approve the minutes of the September 13, 1993, meeting. Motion carried. 1. Chair Magnuson declared this was a continuation of the pub- lic hearing to consider Application #93-10 of SuperAmerica Group Inc. for a conditional use permit to allow a car wash addition in a B-3 District at 7818 - 36th Ave. N. (SuperAmerica). The following SuperAmerica personnel appeared: Andy Priolo Tony Hallick Mike Rasnak Bill Ferris It was stated that fuel is dropped every 20 hours. Vendors have been rescheduled to conform to busy hours. There have been 15 accidents in the past three years at this location but not necessarily attributed to SuperAmerica. The car wash is expected to take 3-1/2 to 4 min. There will be directional signs for car stacking. Blowers should dry the cars making it unnecessary for drivers to park and wipe off cars. Plan to remove phone booth and no plan to move the air hose. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Streator to recommend to the City Council to approve Appli- cation #93-10 as submitted by SuperAmerica Group Inc. for a conditional use permit to allow a car wash addition in a B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District (Section 515.35, Subd. 4 b) at 7818 - 36th Ave. N., P.I.D. #17-118-21-33-0006). The findings of fact are: Traffic problems have been suffi- ciently explained and the City criteria have been satisfied. October 11, 1993 - Continued The following voted aye: Anderson, Elsen, Magnuson, VonRue- den and Streator. The following voted no: Nystrom. Motion carried 5 to 1. 2. Chair Magnuson declared this was a continuation of the pub- lic hearing to consider Application #93-11 as submitted by Walter Wampach to rezone property from B-4 (Community Com- mercial) District to B-3 (Auto -oriented commercial) District and #93-12 for a conditional use permit to allow minor auto- motive repair in a B-3 District at 5272 West Broadway. Building Inspector Barber stated there would be three bays fcr a car wash and the long bay for auto repair and clean up. As Mr. Wampach had just received a copy of the memo from the City Engineer to the Community Development Director and Building Inspector stating site improvements necessary, he requested this item be continued until the next month's meeting. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Elsen to continue until November 8, 1993 the discussion of Application #93-11 as submitted by Walter Wampach to rezone the property from B-4 (Community Commercial) District to B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District and #93-12 for a condi- tional use permit to allow a minor automotive repair in a B- 3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District (Section 515.35, Subd. 4 c) at 5272 West Broadway, Lot 17, Block 2, Hanson's Addition. Motion carried. 3. Chair Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider Application #93- 13 of Steve Mueller, Sr. of North Suburban Towing for a con- ditional use permit to allow the use of property as a stor- age yard for police impounded vehicles during winter months only (October 1 -March 31) in an I-1 District at 5612 Corval- lis Ave. N. (Tim's Tree service, Inc.). Building Inspector Barber stated the North Suburban Towing company has a need for additional space and no additional site improvements are needed Tim Hagan of Tim's Tree Service stated his equipment is stored and screened on the property. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Nystrom and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to recommend to the City Council to approve Applica- tion #93-13 as submitted by Steve Mueller, Sr. of North Sub- October 11, 1993 - Continued urban Towing for a conditional use permit to allow the use of property as a storage yard for police impounded vehicles during winter months only (October 1 -March 31) in an I-1 (Warehousing and Light Industrial) District (Section 515.39, Subd. 4 a) at 5612 Corvallis Ave. N., P.I.D. #09-118-21-24- 0003. The findings of fact are: It is not inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan, located in an industrial area, intended use will not depreciate the area and a demonstrated need. Motion carried. 4. Chair 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 Sign Variance Application #93-14 for a variance to the Sign Ordinance in order to permit an additional wall sign at Target, 5537 West Broadway. Building Inspector Bar- ber stated this sign added to the Target sign will make a variance of 148 sq. ft. of the permitted 150 sq. ft. It is a large building with 8,000 sq. ft. along the northern front. Amy Jurovich, Store Manager of Crystal Target, stated other stores have a sign, underwent a major remodel and it is good for business. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Streator and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Andersen and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom that pursuant to section 515.56 of the Crystal City Code to recommend to the City Council to deny granting a variance to the Sign Ordinance (Section 407.19, SuLd. 4 a) in order to permit an additional 36 -foot square wall sign at Target, 5537 West Broadway, P.I.D. #05-118-2.1-44-0009, as requested in Application #93-14 of David Leopold of Poblooki & Suns, Inc. The findings of fact are: No undue hardship demonstrated, sign would exceed 150 sq. ft. for wall signage, intention of City to enforce the Sign Ordinance and pharmacy not a new service. The following voted aye: Anderson, Magnuson, Nystom and VonRueden. The following voted no: Elsen and Streator. Vote was 4 to 2. 5. Consideration of Application #93-15 of Dunlo Motors for a conditional use permit to allow open and outdoor storage as an accessory use in a B-4 District at 5269 West Broadway. October 11, 1993 - Continued Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to set a public hearing before the Planning Commis- sion at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Monday, November 8, 1993, to consider the request of Dunlo Motors in Application #93-15 for a conditional use permit to allow open and outdoor storage as an accessary use in a B-4 (Community Commercial) District (Section 515.37, Subd. 4 b) at 5269 West Broadway, P.I.D. # 09-118-21-22- 0051. Motion carried. 6. Consideration of amending Zoning Ordinance to provide proof of parking option for large parking areas. Community Devel- opment Director Norris stated this would provide more green space, but parking area is still available as the business could not expand the building into the parking area. Staff directed to draft an amendment. 7. Information item: Status of Mr. Benson's application to rezone the Nafstad property. Community Development Director Norris stated Mr. Benson has a tentative meeting next Tuesday, October 19, with the State agencies. The delineation survey shows extensive wetland. Will need watershed approval beside. 8. Discussion items: Did not have second reading of the amendment to the Crystal City Code relating to advisory commissions (adding non-resi- dents) at the October 5 meeting as it was continued to the October 19 meeting. Planning Commission wants even repre- sentation throughout the City Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Streator to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 8:16 p.m. Secretaryllfyrom Motion carried. 177 CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES November 8, 1993 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.mwith the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Hildebrand, Lundeen, Magnuson, Nystrom and VonRueden; the following was absent: Streator; also present were Community Development Direc- tor Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secretary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Hilde- brand to approve the minutes of the October 11, 1993, meeting. Motion carried. 1. Chair Magnuson declared this was a continuation of the pub- lic hearing to consider Application #93-11 as submitted by Walter Wampach to rezone property from B-4 (Community Com- mercial) District to S-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District and #93-12 for a conditional use permit to allow minor auto -- motive repair in a B-3 District at .5272 West Broadway. The proponent, Walter Wampach of 6983 Magda Drive, Maple Grove and, owner of said property, presented the fallowing: Does not want to comply with all of the City Engineer's recom- mended site improvements because of the economics and will be having the site for sale. Wants to run the car wash 24 hours per day from November through April. Is willing to do the following: 1) Paint the building. 2) Do limited landscaping. 3) Has removed vegetation and will repair chain link fence if necessary. 4) Install signs to direct traffic with Hanson Court access as entrance only and West Broadway as exit only. Not willing to do the following: 1) Reconstruct the concrete driveway opening on Hanson Court. 2) Sealcoat bituminous areas. 3) Remove curb and blacktop in areas to enlarge landscaping along West Broadway sight lines and install shrubs along Hanson Court frontage. 4) Stripe parking lot and install concrete bumper blocks along alley to define stalls. 5) Replace/install all property corner lot irons upon com- pletion of work. The following was heard: Donald Noonan, owner of Hanson Court Apartments at 5324-5340 Hanson Court, concerned with the run-down building. 179 November 8, 1993 - Continued Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Andersen to recommend, to the City Council to approve Appli- cation #93-11 as submitted by Walter Wampach to rezone the property from B-4 (Community Commercial) District to B-3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District and 093-12 for a condi- tional use permit to allow a minor automotive repair in a S- 3 (Auto -Oriented Commercial) District (Section 515.35, Subd. 4 c) at 5272 West Broadway, Lot 17, Block 2, Hanson's Addition. The findings of fact are: proposed use consistent with Com- prehensive Plan in that automotive uses require conditional use permits, approval should not cause depreciation in the area, the eight site improvements should be done unless waived by staff or the Council and reasonable hours for car detailing be worked out by staff. The following voted aye: Anderson, Elsen, Lundeen, Magnu- son, Nystrom and VonRueden. The following voted, no: Hildebrand. Motion carried 6 to 1. 2. Chair Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider Application #93-15 of Andrew Duncanson of Dunlo Motors for a conditional use permit to allow open and outdoor storage as an accessory use to Dunlo Motors in a B-4 District at 5269 West Broadway. Chair Magnuson concerned that this is a used car lot and not zoned B-3. Roger Johnson, one of the owners of Dunlo Motors stated it was a wholesale and retail business, has removed the unsightly vegetation and plans to do landscaping. Commission concerned with designated customer parking and limiting the number of cars on the lot. The site plan meets the parking space size and drive aisle requirements of the Zoning ordinance. The following were heard: Donald Noonan, owner of Hanson Court Apartments at 5324-5340 Hanson Court, and Jerry Simon of Dumarks at 5240 West Broadway. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Elsen to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Lundeen and seconded by Commissioner Elsen to recommend to the City Council to approve Applica- tion #93-15 as submitted by Andrew Duncanson of Dunlo Motors for a conditional use permit to allow open and outdoor stor- age as an accessory use in a B-4 (Community Commercial) November 8, 1993 - Continued District (Section 515.37, Subd. 4 b) at 5269 West Broadway, P.I.D. #09-118-21-22-0051. The findings of fact are: Follows the direction of the Com- prehensive Plan with a conditional use permit for an automo- tive use and as an accessory use to the principal use of the adjacent property. Motion carried. 3. Consideration of request to amend Section 515.09 of the Zon- ing Ordinance to provide proof of parking option for large parking areas. Moved by Commissioner Hildebrand and seconded by Commis- sioner Anderson to set a public hearing before the Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, Monday, December 13, 1993, to consider the request of the City to amend Section 515.09, Subd. 4 of the Zoning Ordinance by adding clause i) to provide proof of parking option for large parking areas. Motion carried. 4. Information items: A. Wall Signs in the Sign Ordinance. Discussed Target's recent request. Asked staff to do further research on large retail buildings and give a recommendation. B. Status of Mr. Benson's Application to Rezone the Nafstad property. Mr. Benson plans to leave the wetlands as they are and may come back to Commission by January meeting. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:32 p.m. CRYSTAL PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES December 13, 1993 The meeting of the Crystal Planning Commission convened at 7:00 p.m. with the following present: Anderson, Elsen, Lundeen, Magnuson, Nystrom and VonRueden; the following was absent: Hildebrand; also present were Community Development Director Norris, Building Inspector Barber and Recording Secretary Scofield. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Ander- son to approve the minutes of the November 8, 1993, meeting. Motion carried. 1. Chair Magnuson declared this was the time and the place as advertised for a public hearing to consider a request by the City of Crystal to amend Section 515.09, Subd. 4 i) of the Crystal Zoning Ordinance by adding a clause which would provide a proof of parking option for large parking areas. Community Development Director Norris stated the intent is to decrease the amount of surfaced parking area and increase green space but ensure sufficient parking spaces would be available if the need arises. No one appeared in opposition. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Nystrom to close the public hearing. Motion carried. Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Lundeen to recommend to the City Council to approve an amendment to Section 515.09, Subd. 4 i) of the Crystal Zoning Ordinance by adding a clause which would provide proof of parking option for large parking areas, as requested by the City of Crystal. The findings of fact are: It is to the benefit of the City to have the beautification by having green areas if parking not needed by the property owner. Motion carried. 2. Consideration of a request by Martin Campion for a lot split at 6922 Corvallis Ave. N. Moved by Commissioner Anderson and seconded by Commis- sioner VonRueden to set a public hearing before the Plan- ning Commission at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the 'matter may be heard, Monday, January 10, 1994, to consider the request by Martin Campion for a lot split at 6922 December 13, 1993 - Continued Corvallis Ave. N. into two lots, one with the existing house and one buildable. Motion carried. 3. Discussion items: A. Amendment to the Sign Ordinance. Commissioner Lundeen stated Target already over the allowable size, and thought Commission should stay with the ordinance. Commissioner Elsen thought businesses should be able to advertise their business and not sure understood the ramifications of the sign ordinance. Commissioner Magnuson stated Crystal has such strin- gent laws pertaining to businesses. It would not only be Target but maybe Super Valu if a Cub Stores is built. Commissioner Anderson stated businesses should come to the public hearings to state their objections. Building Inspector Barber stated New Hope is very restrictive with a minimum and maximum size limited by lot size. The Commission wanted to continue the discussion to the January meeting. B. Conceptual review of redevelopment site at 5358 West Broadway by Burger King. John Gannon, realtor, and Mike Parenteau, architect, stated a smaller building will be built, and sales position is important in the fast food business. There will be the required 30 parking spaces including two handicapped. 4. Information item: Status of Mr. Benson's application to rezone the Nafstad property. Wetlands will be mitigated on site. If Bassett Creek Watershed recommends approval, the staff should have information the last week of December in order to be able to appear at the January meeting. December 13, 1993 - Continued Moved by Commissioner Elsen and seconded by Commissioner Lun- deen to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:14 p.m. Chair agnu n1 Secretary lystrom