08-26-85 PC Agenda � , •
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GOLDEN VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION
__ August 26, 1985
� 6:30 P.M.
Golden Valley Health Center Board Room
4101 Golden Valley Road
AGENDA
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JULY 8, 1985
II. TOUR OF GOLDEN VALLEY HEALTH CENTER
III. MEETING WITH HEALTH CENTRAL REPRESENTATIVE
IV. REPORT ON BZA MEETINGS - JULY 9 and AUGUST 13, 1985
V. REPORT ON HRA MEETINGS - JULY 9 and AUGUST 13, 1985
VI. REPORT ON CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS - JULY 16, AUGUST 6, AND
� AUGUST 20, 1985
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MINUTES OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY
� PLANNING COMMISSION
� July 8, 1985
A regular meeting of the Planning Commission was held in the Council Chambers
of the Civic Center, 7800 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley, Minnesota.
Chairman Prazak called the meeting to order at 7:17 P.M.
Those present were Commissioners Kapsner, Leppik, Lewis, McAleese,
McCracken-Hunt, Prazak and Russell . Also present were Mark Grimes, Director of
Planning and Development; Alda Peikert, City Planner; and Gloria Anderson,
Planning Secretary.
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JUNE 24, 1985
It was moved by Commissioner Kapsner, seconded by Commissioner Lewis, and
carried unanimously to approve the minutes of the June 24, 1985 Planning
Commission meeting.
II. INFORMAL PUBLIC HEARING - PRELIMINARY DESIGN PLAN
APPLICANT: John 6. Goodman
LOCATION: 5100 Olson Memorial Highway
REQUEST: Approval of Preliminary Design Plan for
PUD #49 - Valley Village 2nd Addition
, Chairman Prazak introduced this agenda item and asked staff for their report.
City Planner Peikert reviewed the request for PUD #49 and indicated that staff
suggests that the Planning Commission recommend City Council approval .
Planning Commissioners had several questions regarding the conditions of
approval which were answered by City Planner Peikert.
Mr. Ross Fefercorn of Omni Shelter Incorporated was present to represent the
proponent. Mr. Fefercorn commended staff for their review of the proposal . He
stated that they had done� a market analysis of the property and felt the best
use of the land was for apartments. They would like to keep open the option
for rental or condominiums. Mr. Fefercorn indicated they would prefer rental
apartments but in any case would probably set up condominium documents as it
might be converted at a later date.
Mr. Fefercorn went on to describe the proposal indicating where retaining walls
would be located to preserve the large trees and in the area of the cul-de-sac.
He also stated they would move the sewer line in order to eliminate the need
for more extensive retaining wall construction. Mr. Fefercorn indicated that
the _street would be 30 feet wide, which is wider than most privately owned
streets, and would allow for parking along one side of the street. He also
explained that surface water drainage would be directed between the buildings
into sedimentation basins which would have skimmer devices to prevent
contaminated water from entering Bassett Creek.
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r Commissioner Leppik asked if the extra runoff would affect the water level of
Bassett Creek. Mr. Fefercorn stated it would not and that the purpose of the
sedimentation basins was to hold the runoff so it would percolate into the
ground or discharge slowly into the creek and that the plan had been approved
by the Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission.
Commissioner Leppik also asked how much of a drop off would be between the
buildings and the creek. Mr. Fefercorn indicated there would be an eight foot
gradual drop between the lower floor of the buildings and the creek.
Commissioner Leppik asked if the units would be market rate and Mr. Fefercorn
indicated that they would be.
Commissioner Russell asked if all entrances were from the garages. Mr.
Fefercorn explained the entrances from the garages into a hall and then into
the individual units.
Chairman Prazak opened the informal public hearing. Hearing and seeing no one,
the informal public hearing was closed.
Chairman Prazak stated he felt it was an attractive and positive development
and that the proponent was taking advantage of a difficult site.
Commissioner Leppik questioned that fact there was only one access to the site
and that the City usually required two access points.
iCity Planner Peikert explained the long driveway and cul-de-sac and that the
site topography was such that there was no other way to achieve an access. She
indicated that the Fire Marshal feels there are enough amenities built in so
that it will be acceptable.
It was moved by Commissioner Leppik, seconded by Commissioner Kapsner and
unanimously carried to recommend City Council approval of the Preliminary
Design P1an for PUD #49, Valley Village 2nd Addition, subject to the following
conditions: .
1. Plans for relocation of the existing City sanitary sewer line along
the western boundary of the site onto the adjacent property to the
west shall be prepared by an engineer registered in the State of
Minnesota and shall be approved by the City Engineer, the Minnesota
State Board of Health and the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission.
2. Relocation of the existing City sanitary sewer line shall be at
developer expense.
3. _ A typical section illustrating the skimmer device proposed for sedi-
mentation basins shall be prepared by an engineer registered in the
State of Minnesota and shall meet the approval of the City Engineer.
The proponent shall provide a narrative explanation of provisions for
maintenance of the skimmer device or devices to the satisfaction of
� the City Engineer.
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� 4. The option requested in the application cover letter for replacement
of the six individual sedimentation basins with an underground storm
sewer system to a single catch basin is preferable to the City
Engineer and shall be allowable provided proposed plans meet the
approval of the City Engineer.
5. Plans for sanitary sewer connection from the proposed development to
the existing sanitary sewer lift station, including the creek
crossing, shall be prepared by an engineer registered in the State of
Minnesota and shall meet the approval of the City Engineer.
6. There shall be no structure allowed in the floodplain, and cross
sections shall be revised to verify elimination of structures below
the flood elevation of 837. .
7. The proponent shall dedicate to the City of Golden Valley, either by
means of replatting of the property or by means of separate document,
a revised drainage and flowage easement over all area below the flood
elevation of 837 following revision of contours to accommodate the
proposed development. Any current easement area no longer below flood
elevation with the proposed development shall be vacated.
8. The proponent shall dedicate to the City of Golden Valley, either by
means of replatting of the property or by means of separate document,
a 15 foot utility easement in the location of the relocated City
• sanitary sewer line on the lot to the west of the subject lot. The
easement in the current location of the sanitary sewer line shall be
vacated.
9. The developer shall implement erosion control measures during con-
struction in accordance with a plan approved by the Bassett Creek
Water Management Commission and by the City Engineer.
10. The cul-de-sac at the end of the access drive shall be expanded to a
radius up to 45 feet as indicated with a dashed line on the proposed
site plan and shall have a maximum width extension eliminating the
corner from the cul-de-sac into the access drive. The cross section
in the location of the cul-de-sac shall be revised to illustrate the
expanded cul-de-sac width and revised retaining wall design.
11. "No Parking" signs shall be posted around the cul-de-sac and along the
extension from the cul-de-sac on the west side of the access drive.
12. Fire lanes shall be posted at the entrances to each building.
13. _ The option requested in the application cover letter of marketing the
development as a rental project as opposed to a condominium project is
allowable subject to provision of handicapped accessible units as re-
quired by the Uniform Building Code for rental projects.
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14. Separation walls between units shall be provided as recommended by the
City Building Department.
15. If the condominium option is utilized, a homeowners association
agreement shall be submitted with the PUD General Plan of Development
and shall meet the approval of the City Attorney.
16. A landscape plan shall be submitted with the PUD General Plan of
Development and shall conform to the City Landscape Standards and to
recommendations of the Building Board of Review.
17. Signage shall conform to the City Sign Regulations and to recommenda-
� tions of the City Building Tnspector.
18. The development shall conform to all requirements and recommendations
of the City Fire Marshal , City Building Inspector and City Engineer.
III. INFORMAL PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
APPLICANT: Midas Muffler
LOCATION: 2520 Winnetka Avenue North
� REQUEST: Approval of a Conditional Use Permit to Operate a
Midas Muffler Shop in a Commercial Zoning District
Chairman Prazak introduced this agenda item and a summary of the staff report
was given by City Planner Peikert who also indicated that staff recommends
approval of the Midas Muffler Shop operation with standard conditions.
Chairman Prazak asked if the standard conditions would include any provisions
for floor drainage so that oil does not get into the sanitary sewer system.
City Planner Peikert stated that at the time the proponent submits their plans
for the new construction, both the City Fire Marshal and City Building
Inspector would look at the floor drainage plan. Director Grimes also
indicated that it would have to meet requirements of the Metropolitan Waste
Control .
The proponent, Mr. Steve Hendrickson, was present to explain his proposal . He
stated that he owned four other Midas Muffler shops in the western suburbs and
had been looking for a location in Golden Valley for some time and felt this
would be a good location. Mr. Hendrickson stated that all his other stores
were well maintained and did not have junk cars, etc. sitting outside the
buildings. He also stated there would be no engine overhauls, body work or
painting done at this location.
Mr. Hendrickson went on to explain that the existing portion of the building
� would be used for an auto tune up/quick oil change service and the new
construction would house the Midas Muffler Shop.
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� Mr. Hendrickson stated that the seven-foot rear yard setback to parking shown
on the proposed site plan retains the landscaping, parking and curb line as
they currently exist. Mr. Hendrickson questioned the necessity for obtaining a
variance or moving the curb and asphalt to a setback distance of ten feet in
view of the fact that he is maintaining the existing situation. Ms. Peikert
explained that the seven-foot setback shown on the proposed site plan is non-
conforming and that the Zoning Ordinance prohibits expansion of a nonconforming
structure. Therefore, at the time of construction of the proposed building
addition for the Midas Muffler Shop, it would be necessary to obtain a variance
or to remove three feet of the existing parking area. Ms. Peikert stated that
there did not appear to be justification for a variance, but that in view of
the fact that the curb line shown on the site plan is already existing, the
possibility of obtaining a variance could be discussed further with staff.
Commissioner Lewis asked Mr. Hendrickson if he was the current owner of this
property. Mr. Hendrickson responded that he was purchasing the property but is
delaying the closing until a conditional use permit is obtained.
Commissioner Russell had questions regarding the signs for Midas Muffler and the
proponent stated they would work within the constraints of the City's sign
regulations.
Commissioner Lewis asked what the hours of operation would be and Mr.
Hendrickson stated they are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and probably
� 8:00 a.m. or 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays and they would not be open on
Sundays.
Chairman Prazak open the informal public hearing.
Mr. Joe Miller, owner of the service station north of the subject property,
stated he felt there were enough service stations in Golden Valley and that the
property should remain as as a restaurant. Mr. Miller stated that this type of
business would be detrimental to the restaurants in the area and felt that the
Planning Commission should deny the request for a auto tune up/quick oil change
operation and Midas Muffler Shop at this location.
Commissioner McAleese remarked that the surrounding property owners had been
notified of this hearing and that if they had objections to the auto tune
up/quick oil change operation and Midas Muffler Shop at this location, they
would be at this hearing. Commissioner McAleese pointed out that the
Commissions review of a Conditional Use Permit request is limited to making a
decision primarily by considering the ten factors set forth in Chapter 20.03 of
the Zoning Code.
Cha�rman Prazak reviewed the ten findings set forth in the staff report and
closed the informal public hearing.
Commissioner Leppik stated she thought that if the adjacent restaurant owners
felt this type of business would be a problem, they would have been at the
meeting, and also, that it is not the Commission's position to decide if this
� business would provide undue competition for other businesses in the area.
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� Chairman Prazak felt that if this pro erty was oin to be sold and used as a
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restaurant, it would have been done some time ago.
Commissioner Russell stated the persons leaving this property cannot make a
left turn and that this type of business would create less traffic than a
restaurant would.
Commissioner Kapsner stated that he liked the proposal and that vacant build-
ings are a detriment to other businesses in the area.
Commissioner Lewis also felt it would give the area a face lift.
It was moved by Commissioner Kapsner, seconded by Commissioner McCracken-Hunt
and carried unanimously to recommend City Council approval of a Conditional Use
Permit to operate a Midas Muffler shop and tune up/quick oil change facility at
2520 Winnetka Avenue North in a Commercial Zoning District subject to the
following conditions:
1. Development in conformance with the Site Plan prepared by Bruce W.
Schmitt and Associates, dated May 28, 1985 and revised June 18, 1985,
shall be conditional upon granting of a waiver of rear yard setback
to parking by the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) or upon revision of
the Site Plan to conform to Zoning Ordinance requirements.
� 2. There shall be no automobile engine overhauls, body work or painting
conducted on the site.
3. Renovation and new construction exterior materials shall conform to
the recommendations of the Building Board of Review (BBR).
4. Landscaping shall conform to the City Landscape Standards and to the
recommendations of the Building Board of Review (BBR).
- 5. There shall be concrete curb separation of parking and drive from
landscaped areas.
6. There shall be no outside display or storage of materials or refuse.
7. Signage shall conform to the City Sign Regulations and approval of
the City Building Inspector.
8. The construction and operation shall conform to all requirements and
recommendations of the City Building Inspector and City Fire Marshal .
9. Failure to comply with one or more of the above conditions of
approval shall be grounds for revocation of the Conditional Use
Permit.
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� IV. FORMAL PUBLIC HEARING N A
0 M E N D M E N T S T O T H E C O M P R E H E N S I V E P L A N
Chairman Prazak introduced this agenda item. Director Grimes gave a review of
the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan for 7700 Wayzata Boulevard
and 1245-1411 North Lilac Drive.
After a brief discussion by the Planning Commissioners, Chairman Prazak opened
the formal public hearing.
The following residents spoke against the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan
for the property at 7700 Wayzata Boulevard as they do not want an office
building on this property and felt it would devaluate their residential
property and increase the traffic in the area:
Mr. Lyle Larson, 830 Rhode Island Avenue South
Mrs. Jennie Mattson, 732 Rhode Island Avenue South
Mr. Nathan Bailey, 107 North Turners Crossroad
Mrs. John Schroth, 843 Winnetka Avenue South
The public hearing was closed.
A short discussion by the Planning Commissioners indicated they felt the best
and most appropriate use of this property would be for business and profes-
sional offices rather than residential .
� It was moved by Commissioner Leppik, seconded by Commissioner McCracken-Hunt
and carried unanimously to amend the Comprehensive Plan designation from
Residential to the Business and Professional Offices Zoning District for the
property located at 7700 Wayzata Boulevard.
The public hearing was opened by Chairman Prazak for comments on the amendment
to the Comprehensive Plan for the property at 1245-1411 North Lilac Drive.
Hearing and seeing no one, the hearing was closed.
It was moved by Commissioner Russell , seconded by Commissioner Kapsner and
carried unanimously to amend the Comprehensive Plan designation from the
Residential to the Business and Professional Offices Zoning District for the
property located at 1245-1411 North Lilac Drive.
City Planner Peikert reviewed new legislation regarding amendments to the
Comprehensive Plan.
V. REPORT ON CITY COUNCIL MEETING - JULY 2, 1985
Comraissioner Kapsner represented the Planning Commission at the July 2, 1985
meeting of the City Council and provided the Commission with a report.
Meeting was adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
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Gary Prazak, Chairman ' Linda McCracken-Hunt, Secretary
August 21, 1985
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T0: Members of the Golden Valley Planning Commission
FROM: Mark W. Grimes, Director of Planning and Development
SUBJECT: Tour and Meeting with Officials of Golden Valley Health Center
at the Golden Valley Health Center
In order to begin the comprehensive planning process, the Planning Commission
decided it would be best to first meet with the owners of properties that would
be studied. Up until this time, I have not had particularly good luck in set-
ting up meetings due to summer vacation schedules. However, I have now set up
a meeting with the owners of the Golden Valley Health Center to discuss the
future planning for the property. The owner of the Golden Valley Health Center
is Health Central , Inc.
The tour and meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. on Monday, August 26. The tour
will be given by the Director of the Health Center, Steve Camber. The Planning
Commission should meet in the Board Room (located across from the food service
area on the lower level of the Administration Building) at 6:30 P.M. After the
. tour, Barbara Cox, Vice President of Planning for Health Central , and Steve
Camber will meet in the Board Room at the Health Center to discuss the future
planning and ideas for the Golden Valley Health Center.
I believe that this meeting is a good opportunity for the Planning Commission
to have questions answered about' the owner's thoughts on the development poten-
tial of the site. This is particularly important because Health Central is a
relatively new owner of the property.
The following are issues that may be of concern: .
a) Access to the site: Currently there is only one access to the site
from Golden Valley Road. Too much development in the area could over-
load that access and traffic on Golden Valley Road. The traffic on
Golden Valley Road has been a discussion item when the former hospital
property was discussed.
b) The possibility of a second access to the property from Wirth Parkway
or Highway 55 through the Northwirth (Graco and Mortenson) Development:
Discussion has gone on in the past about getting a second access to re-
lieve the Golden Valley Road access. Up to now, the Minneapolis Park
Board has said no.
c) Public access to Sweeney Lake: There may be some benefit for gaining
public access to Sweeney Lake close to Golden Valley Road. I know
there may be some objection from the property owners along Sweeney
� Lake. Access could be limited to canoes or non-motorized boats.
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d) Density of development and proposed uses: At the present time, the PUD
regulating the area is for institutional uses only at a very low density.
How would another type of use effect traffic, access, etc? In addition,
this property will be difficult to develop at a higher density due to
the existing topography.
e) Relationship with the Courage Center and Minneapo7is Clinic: These two
institutions are a part of the PUD. Any additional development would
have to take these institutions into consideration.
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T0: Members of the Golden Valley Planning Commission
FROM: Mark W. Grimes, Director of Planning and Development
SUBJECT: Cancellation of July 22, 1985 Planning Commission Meeting
I have spoken with Chairman Prazak about the agenda for the July 22, 1985
meeting. It was determined that it would be best to cancel the meeting because
there are no public hearings scheduled and the staff is not prepared to begin
discussions on various comprehensive planning matters.
As discussed at the last Planning Commission meeting, the City Council prefers
that the Planning Commission not begin studies of the Golden Valley Lutheran
College site at this time as per advice from the City Attorney. However, I
will be setting up a meeting with the yet to be chosen real estate broker to be
hired by the College as soon as possible. As of yesterday, the College had not
yet chosen a broker. I was assured by the College's legal counsel that I would
be informed as soon as possible regarding the broker's name in order that I may
set up an appointment. I will keep the Planning Commission informed of this
• future meeting.
Over the past couple weeks I have tried to get in contact with a Vice President
of Health Resources to discuss the possibility of someone from that organiza-
tion to speak to the Planning Commission about development plans. I would like
to set up this meeting and discussion for one of the Planning Commission
meetings in August and will keep you informed.
The staff has invited a representative of the League of Women Voters to the
September 23, 1985 meeting to discuss the results of their survey on accessory
housing. This will help the Commission's effort in the review of the Housing
Plan.
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