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02-13-84 PC Minutes >95 MINUTES OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 13, 1984 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 Polachek called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Those present were Commissioners Forster, Polachek, Prazak, Singer and Tubman. Commissioner Leppik was not present at the beginning of the meeting. Also present were Mike Miller, Planning and Redevelopment Coordinator and Alda Peikert, Assistant Planner. I . APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JANUARY 23, 1984 It was moved by Commissioner Forster, seconded by Commissioner Tubman and carried unanimously to approve the minutes of the January 23, 1984 Planning Commission meeting as recorded. II. SET DATE FOR INFORMAL PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICANT: Jim Lupient Oldsmobile Company LOCATION: 7000 Wayzata Boulevard REQUEST: Approval of Amendments to Conditional Use Permit No. 82-2 Chairman Polachek introduced this agenda item. Mr. Tom Morris of Jim Lupient Oldsmobile Company and Mr. Steve Swartz, Attorney for Jim Lupient, were present to represent the proponent on this agenda item and related agenda items. It was moved by Commissioner Singer, seconded by Commissioner Prazak and carried unanimously to set an informal public hearing date of February 27, 1984 for con- sideration of an amendment to Conditional Use Permit No. 80-2 for operation of a car rental business at 7000 Wayzata Boulevard. III. SET DATE FOR INFORMAL PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICANT: Lupient Leasing, Inc. LOCATION: 6980 Wayzata Boulevard REQUEST: Amendment to Conditional Use Permit No. 82-3, Boulevard Getty Service Station Chairman Polachek introduced this agenda item. It was moved by Commissioner Tubman, seconded by Commissioner Singer and carried unanimously to set an infor- mal public hearing date of February 27, 1984 for consideration of an amendment to Conditional Use Permit No. 82-3 for operation of a service station at 6980 Wayzata Boulevard. �QF Planning Commission Minutes - February 13, 1984 IV. SET DATE FOR INFORMAL PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICANT: Lupient Leasing, Inc. LOCATION: 6980 Wayzata Boulevard REQUEST: Amendment to Conditional Use Permit No. 82-4, Truck & Trailer U-Haul rental at Boulevard Getty Service Station Chairman Polachek introduced this agenda item. It was moved by Commissioner Prazak, seconded by Commissioner Singer and carried unanimously to set an infor- mal public hearing date of February 27, 1984 for consideration of an amendment to Conditional Use Permit No. 82-4 for operation of a "U-Haul" truck and trailer rental business at 6980 Wayzata Boulevard. U . SET DATE FOR INFORMAL PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICANT: Jim Lupient Oldsmobile Company LOCATION: 704 Pennsylvania Avenue South REQUEST: Approval of an auto refinishing & re-conditioning f acility within an Industrial Zoning District. Chairman Polachek introduced this agenda item and noted the staff recommendation of a February 27, 1984 informal public hearing date. Commissioner Leppik arrived at the meeting. In response to questions from Commissioners Prazak and Forster, Planning and Redevelopment Director Mike Miller explained that the four agenda items recom- mended for informal public hearing on February 27, 1984 are related and should be heard toyether. Mr. Miller stated that this would not constitute an overly heavy agenda for one meeting but that additional items should not be scheduled for the same meeting. It was moved by Commissioner Forster, seconded by Commissioner Tubman and carried unanimously to set an informal public hearing date of February 27, 1984 for consideration of a Conditional Use Permit requested by Jim Lupient Oldsmobile Company for operation of an automobile refinishing and reconditioning facility at 704 Pennsylvania Avenue South in an Industrial Zoning District. VI. INFORMAL PUBLIC HEARING - PRELIMINARY DESIGN PLAN FOR PUD #44 APPLICANT: PEM Millwork LOCATION: 800 Mendelssohn Avenue North REQUEST: Approval for Preliminary Design Plan for PUD #44, PEM Millwork Planning Commission Minutes - February 13, 1984 �9 7 Chairman Polachek introduced this agenda item and asked whether there were questions of staff. Commissioner Forster asked about the ratio of office to warehouse space used for calculation of parking required for the second builidng. Assistant Planner Alda Peikert confirmed that the 30 percent office to 70 percent warehouse ratio used for planning purposes is higher than the 25 percent office to 75 percent ware- house ratio used as a standard and that parking provided should therefore be adequate to accommodate most potential users. Commissione� Tubman asked about timing of construction of the storm drainage holding pond on the Medicine Lake Bus Lines property required for the Pem Millwork storm sewer and about options available to the proponent if the holding pond is not constructed. Ms. Peikert answered that the second and third phases of the Pem Millwork PUD could not take place without the storm sewer and holding pond, that staff understands construction of the Medicine Lake Bus Lines yard and pond is scheduled for the 1984 construction season, and that if construction of the holding pond does not take place for some reason, Pem Millwork and others cooperating in planning for storm drainage of the area would be required to meet with the City Engineering Department to work out a new arrangement. Planning and Redevelopment Coordinator Mike Miller informed the Planning Commission that construction of the holding pond was one of the conditions attached to issuance of a Conditional Use Permit to Medicine Lake Lines for the bus storage yard. Commissioner Leppik asked about storage capacity of the storm drainage holding pond proposed for the Medicine Lake Bus Lines site. Chairman Polachek figured the approximate storage capacity from information included on the plans, and Ms. Peikert confirmed that the City Engineer approved storage capacity as adequate to handle drainage from Pem Millwork and other properties in the area. Chairman Polachek recognized Mr. Paul Hoover, President of Pem Millwork, who was present to represent the proponent. Mr. Hoover explained that runoff now drains into a holding area on the Medicine Lake Bus Lines property and that Medicine Lake Lines will construct a holding pond on another portion of the property as part of improvement of the site for use as a bus storage yard. Mr. Hoover stated that Westview Business Center, the Telephone company and other neigh- boring property owners along with Pem Millwork worked with the City Engineering Department to prepare a drainage pian to serve the area. - � Mr. Hoover distributed to Planning Commissioners a pamphlet on Pem Millwork and explained that Pem Millwork is a specialty millwork house which handles Andersen windows and Atrium patio doors. The business is currently located in Westview Business Center with an additional showroom in St. Paul and requires additional space for expansion. Pem Millwork proposes to move 500 to 600 feet north from Westview to a new corporate office and facility at the subject location. Mr. Hoover introduced his brother Mr. Earl Hoover of Pem Millwork, his contrac- tor Mr. Pat Gannon, and his architect Mr. Jeff Anderson of AMCON, who attended the meeting representing the proponent. `��8 Nlanning Commission Minutes - February 13, 1984 Commissioner Leppik asked whether the proponent manufacturers windows or carries products manufactured elsewhere. Mr. Hoover explained that Pem Millwork assembles bay and bow windows from Andersen window stock and offers a prefabri- cated product which is delivered by Pem Millwork trucks to homeowners or contractors. Mr. Hoover confirmed that assembly would take place at the subject location. Commissioner Prazak asked Mr. Hoover whether the proponent is aware of the con- ditions of approval recommended by staff. Mr. Hoover replied that he is aware of the recommended conditions and that they are most acceptable. Mr. Jeff Anderson, AMCON, presented the proposal using boards of the phased site plan and elevations. Mr. Anderson explained the phasing, reviewed landscaping, and described the building exterior materials as redwood and decorative concrete block combined with use of Pem Millwork's custom window products. Commissioner Forster asked what kind of tenant Pem Millwork expects in the second building. Mr. Hoover explained that the proponent accepted three acres of property although unable to utilize the entire site and determined that the additional space could best be used to accommodate a second building and user. Mr. Hoover is seeking a tenant similar to those which currently occupy Westview Business Center. Mr. Hoover observed that Westview has a variety of tenants but that they work well together. Commissioner Leppik asked whether there is a chance Pem Millwork would need the second building. Mr. Hoover replied that he did not visualize at this time that Pem Millwork would use the second building. Mr. Hoover stated that Pem Millwork is three years old and that the amount of business is gratifying. Pem Millwork experienced 65 percent growth last year, but Mr Hoover said he cannot expect such growth to continue. Commissioner Forster asked what kind of traffic is generated by the business. Mr. Hoover replied that the traffic volume is very low and that it would be unu- sual to have as many as five or six people in the showroom at one time. Mr. Hoover said that much of his business consists of telephone orders for delivery. Commissioner Leppik commented that she appreciates receiving a PUD proposal with few variance requests. Chairman Polachek opened the informal public hearing for public input. Mr. Art Hinnenthal stated that he is a partner in Harkraft, Inc., 9100 lOth Avenue North, and that he attended the informal public hearing as an interested neighbor. Mr. Hinnenthal commented that County Road 18 is the location of numerous millwork shops especially to the north and that he thinks the subject site is a good location for this type of business. Chairman Polachek closed the informal public hearing. 29g Planning Commission Minutes - February 13, 1984 Commissioner Leppik observed that the site is long and narrow with little space for landscapiny and asked whether landscaping is planned next to the building. Mr. Anderson reviewed landscaping plans, and Mr. Hoover stated that the propon- ent plans to sprinkler the lawn and shrubs. Commissioner Singer observed that there appear to be no problems with the proposal . It was�moved by Commissioner Prazak, seconded by Commissioner Leppik and carried unanimously to recommend City Council approval of the Preliminary Design Plan for PUD #44, Pem Millwork Addition, subject to the following conditions: 1 . Maximum allowable ratio of 30 percent office space to 70 percent warehouse space in the 15,950 square foot office warehouse building on Lot 2. 2. Compatibility of building exteriors of the two buildings and approval of exterior finishes by the Building Board of Review. 3. Completion of storm sewer installation prior to construction of Phase Two or Phase Three of the PUD. 4. Sprinklering of the entire area of each building. 5. Location of a Fire Department connector on each building in close proximity to the adjacent fire hydrant. 6. Submittal with the PUD General Plan of Development of access easement and joint maintenance agreement documents for review and approval by the City Attorney. 7. Approval of watermain plans by the Minnesota Department of Health. 8. Addition on the Final Plat of drainage and utility easements six feet in width along the southern boundary line of the site and ten feet in width along the western, northern and eastern boundaries of the site. 9. Conformance of landscaping with the City Landscape Standards and approval of the Building Board of Review. 10. Conformance of all signage with the City Sign Regulations and approval of the City Building Inspector. 11 . Storage of all trash inside buildings or within enclosures approved by the City Builidng Inspector and Building Board of Review. 12. Separation of all drive and parking area from landscaped area by concrete curb. `��� Planning Commission Minutes - February 13, 1984 VII. REPORT ON CITY COUNCIL MEETING - FEBRUARY 7, 1984 Commissioner Tubman provided the Planning Commission with a report on the February 7, 1984 City Council meeting. VIII . CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMMENDATION BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO THE CITY COUNCIL ESTABLISHING A MORATORIUM ON DEVELOPMENT AND/OR REDEVELOPMENT OF CERTAIN PORTIONS OF THE GOLDEN HILLS STUDY AREA' � Chairman Polachek introduced this agenda item. As backyround Chairman Polachek recalled the previous Highway 12 moratorium instituted by the City of Golden Valley but not by the City of St. Louis Park and commented that continued deve- lopment in St. Louis Park served to the advantage of St. Louis Park over Golden Valley in placement of I-394. Planning and Redevelopment Coordinator Mike Miller reviewed development propo- sals for the Boulevard property and commented on limitations of the site and advantages of combination with the Forster property to the north. Mr. Miller discussed the possibility of designation of a Redevelopment District encom- passing a larger area than recommended for the moratorium. Mr. Miller pointed out that the Golden Hills area is an entrance to Golden Valley where the City would like to show a proper image and that very nice office and hotel develop- ment could take place if properly planned. Mr. Miller concluded that the area requires study in order to put together a better development package. Establishment of a redevelopment district would enable the City to join with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) in acquisition of properties for redeveloment coordinated with I-394 construction. Commissioner Leppik asked what is the best way to control development of an area and whether declaration of a redevelopment district is the best means. Mr. Miller confirmed that a redevelopment district gives the City or HRA control over an entire project from beginning to end and that the control is reinforced with contracts and bonds. Commissioner Singer asked the time parameters for the proposed moratorium. Mr. Miller replied that State Law allows institution of a moratorium for a period of one year with the option of an 18 month extension. Mr. Miller stated that he believes the required planning can be accomplished in 12 months. Commissioner Tubman commented that a moratorium is particularly appropriate - where I-394 construction limits still are not determined. It was moved by Commissioner Singer, seconded by Commissioner Forster and carried unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve a development moratorium in the area northwest of Highway 12 and Turners Crossroad extending west to the railroad tracks and north to Laurel Avenue in order to allow tirne for preparation of appropriate plans for better utilization of the properties within this area. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Her� Poiacnek, Chairman iWargaret Leppik, secretary '