07-24-89 PC Minutes
MINUTES OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY
PLANNING COMMISSION
July 24, 1989
A regular meeting of the Planning Commission was held in the meeting room of the
Golden Valley Fire Station #3, 3700 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley,
Minnesota. .The meeting was called to order by Vice Chair McAleese at 7:05P.M.
Those present were Commissioners Kapsner, Leppik, McCracken-Hunt and McAleese.
Commissioners Lewis, Prazak, and Russell were absent. Also present were Mark
Grimes, Director of Planning and Development, and Beth Knoblauch, City Planner.
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JULY 10, 1989
It was moved by Commissioner McCracken-Hunt, seconded by Commissioner Kapsner
and carried unanimously to approve the minutes of the regular July 10, 1989,
Planning Commission Meeting.
II. INFORMAL PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
APPLICANT: Pizza Hut of America, Inc.
LOCATION: 723 Winnetka Avenue North
REQUEST: Approval of a Conditional Use Permit to Operate a
Delivery/Carry-Out Pizza Facility.
Vice Chair McAleese introduced this agenda item and asked City Planner Knoblauch
for an overview of .this request. City Planner Knoblauch stated that Pizza Hut
would like to open a delivery/carry-out facility; there would be no on-site
dining. Two (2) parking spaces would be available in front for customers. All
delivery vehicles would use the rear parking lot.
City Planner Knoblauch covered the ten (10) findings. Staff recommended appro-
val of a conditional use permit for the proposed Pizza Hut delivery/carry-out
facility at 723 Winnetka Avenue North with the following conditions:
1. This permit shall cover only the currently proposed address
and use; any expansion into adjacent space or addition of
services such as on-site dining shall require a new permit.
2. The business shall not remain open after midnight on Sunday
through Thursday nights or after 1:OOA.M. on Friday or
Saturday nights.
3. The two dedicated patron parking spaces shall be clearly
marked with the appropriate restrictions, and patrons shall
not be allowed to "double-park" in the aisle of the front
parking lot; if such a problem becomes noticeable, employees
shall advise patrons that they must use the rear parking lot
in order to be served.
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4. Delivery vehicles shall be restricted to the rear parking lot
during the main. hours of center operation. With the approval
of center management, delivery vehicles may use the front
parking lot after 8 P.M.
5. The business shall conform to all other City and State
requirements.
6. Failure to comply with any of the terms of this permit shall be
grounds for its revocation.
The final two conditions have become standard for all conditional use permits,
but had accidentally been omitted from the staff report. City Planner Knoblauch
added them during her presentation.
Vice Chair McAleese asked to hear from the proponent. Mr. Allan Broholm, repre-
sentative from Pizza Hut, stated that he had submitted a letter that covered
basically everything. He stated that all the operations were company owned and
run. He also stated that the average age of their drivers is 26 year old.
Commissioner McCracken-Hunt asked what percent was carry-out versus delivery.
Mr. Broholm stated that approximately 10% was carry-out.
Commissioner McCracken-Hunt stated her concern about traffic at that location.
Mr. Broholm stated that. this location was not the ideal choice, but they could
not locate another facility in Golden Valley. He stated that despite the
drawbacks, they felt they would go ahead with the project.
Commissioner Kapsner asked the proponent if Pizza Hut had a corporate policy
regarding the safety of the drivers.
Mr. Broholm stated that their drivers had to view a two hour video and they were
rewarded for safe driving records. Also, Pizza Hut does not guarantee delivery
time.
Mr. Broholm stated that Friday and Saturday were their peak days. Their peak
times do not coincide with rush hour.
Vice Chair McAleese opened the informal public hearing.
Deanna Hanson, 2020 Pennsylvania, stated she was concerned as to how the
vehicles would get out onto Winnetka without a stop sign.
The informal public hearing was closed.
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Director Grimes stated that traffic should not be a problem as the peak hours on
Winnetka are A.M. rush hour and 4:30-5:00 P.M. Pizza Hut's peak hours are
usually after 8:00 P.M.
Further discussion was held on traffic on Winnetka.
It was moved by Commissioner McCracken-Hunt, seconded by Commissioner Kapsner
and motion carried unanimously to recommend to the City Council approval of a
Conditional Use Permit to Operate a Delivery/Carry-Out Pizza Facility at 723
Winnetka Avenue subject to the six (6) conditions as amended.
III. INFORMAL PUBLIC HEARING - PRELIMINARY DESIGN PLAN FOR AMENDMENT ~~2
TO PUD 46, CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH
APPLICANT: Calvary Lutheran Church
LOCATION: 7520 Golden Valley Rd.
REQUEST: Approval of the preliminary Design Plan for an Amendment
to PUD 446 to Allow Operation of a Child Care Center in
House at 855 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Vice Chair McAleese introduced this agenda item and asked Director Grimes for an
overview. Director Grimes stated that the church now has one child care facil-
ity at 831 Pennsylvania and would like to expand their child care facility to
855 Pennsylvania. The new facility would be licensed for 30 children ages 2 & 3
years old. The 3-5 year olds would be housed at 831 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Director Grimes stated that significant improvements would have to be made to
bring the house up to State Day Care Code. He felt that the church has made a
real commitment to day care. This day care facility is not just to serve
Calvary members, but the entire area.
Director Grimes also stated that the church would like to add a parking lot in
front of the two houses that would be used for dropping off and picking up
children. This would probably be added in the next year or two.
Director Grimes felt that this facility has been a good addition to Golden
Valley and recommended approval.
Vice Chair McAleese asked to hear from the proponent. Mr. Tom Boyce, President
of Calvary Congregation, stated that when the counseling center vacated 855
Pennsylvania, the church saw it as an opportunity to expand their day care
facility which has always had a waiting list.
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Deanna Hanson, director of the day care facility, stated that the new facility
would be filled, with only four spaces left, by siblings of present day care
children without even advertising. She stated that there would be five (5)
toddlers to one (1) adult. Calvary is committed to providing a home like
atmosphere with highly trained staff and small groups.
Vice Chair McAleese opened. the informal public hearing.
Ruth Heaner, 1009 Pennsylvania, stated that she feels Pennsylvania is a narrow
street and is concerned about letting children off in front. She also is con-
cerned about the appearance of the paved area in front of the house; she won-
dered if the driveway could run to the back of the house.
Mr. Boyce stated that the new parking area would provide a loop so that people
would not be backing out on to Pennsylvania.
Director Grimes stated that the driveway would be 45-50 feet from street. This
is well over the nornal setback requirement.
Vice Chair McAleese closed the informal public hearing.
Commissioner Leppik stated that perhps the area could be softened by some
landscaping.
Commissioner McAleese stated that he had no opposition, but felt the parking lot.
could be hidden in some fashion. He hoped the church would consider this before
talking to the Council.
It was moved by Commissioner Kapsner, seconded by Commissioner McCracken-Hunt
and motion carried unanimously to recommend approval of the Preliminary Design
Plan for an Amendment to PUD ~~46 to allow operation of a child care center in
the house at 855 Pennsylvania Avenue.
IV. DISCUSSION OF "HOT SPOTS" REPORT
Director Grimes went over a memo covering the "Hot Spots" to send on to the
Council. The Council will look over the memo and then let the Planning
Commission know which areas they consider most pressing.
Director Grimes suggested that the Planning Commission cancel their August 14,
1989 meeting.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 P.M.
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