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04-12-93 PC Minutes MINUTES OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION April 12, 1993 A regular meeting of the Planning Commission was held at the Golden Valley City Hall, Council Chamber, 7800 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley, Minnesota. The meeting was called to order by Vice-Chair Johnson at 7:05 PM. Those present were Commissioners Groger, Johnson, Kapsner, Lewis, McAleese (arrived 7:08 PM), Pentel and Prazak. Also present were Mark Grimes, Director of Planning and Development; Beth Knoblauch, City Planner; and Mary Dold, Secretary. I. Approval of Minutes - March 8, 1993 MOVED by Groger, seconded by Lewis and motion carried unanimously to approve the March 8, 1993 minutes as submitted. II. Informal Public Hearing - Minor Subdivision Applicant: Eric Lerdall/Eric Barstad Address: 8179-8181 Medicine Lake Road, Golden Valley, Minnesota Request: Subdivide the existing lot into two separate lots in order that each half of the double bungalow is on its own lot. Mark Grimes gave a brief summary of his memo to the Planning Commission dated April 6, 1993. He commented that the applicants are requesting that their two- family house, which is located on one lot, be divided in order that each half is on its own lot. The subdivision code lists several conditions that must be met before a minor subdivision for a double bungalow may be approved; all require- ments have been met. Staff contacted Hennepin County regarding an additional seven (7) feet of right-of-way and Hennepin County commented they would not need any more right-of-way. The County already has 80 feet of right-of-way in that location on Medicine Lake Road. Mr. Grimes talked about the "Declaration of Covenants, Restrictions and Conditions" between the owners and the City. This covenants would substantiate that the owners would be responsible to maintain the property and submit to arbitration if there is a disagreement. The City Attorney must review the cove- nants to determine the rol a of the City. The covenants must be recorded with Hennepin County along with the final plat. Commissioner Lewis asked about the liability for the City being party to a cove- nants. Mr. Grimes commented that is one reason why the City Attorney must review the covenants. Chair McAleese commented that he sees the purpose of the Convenants Agreement for the two parties involved but doesn't feel the City should get involved in the maintenance of the property. Mr. Grimes commented that this issue would have to be reviewed with the City Attorney. 1 The applicants, Eric Lerdall and Eric Barstad, 8179-8181 Medicine Lake Road, presented pictures of the lot which they want to subdivide. Minutes of the Golden Valley Planning Commission April 12, 1993 Page Two Commissioner Groger asked if the driveway was a common driveway and if there is something in writing on who does the snow removal. Mr. Lerdall commented that the driveway is a common driveway and there is nothing noted about who is responsible for snow removal in the driveway. Commissioner Pental asked if each lot would be zoned R-2. Mr. Grimes stated that in combination it must be zoned one R-2 lot. Chair McAleese opened the informal public hearing. Charles Wicks, 8139 Medicine Lake Road, commented that he was concerned about the past home occupation and rental of the upper floor of one side of the house. He is also concerned that this lot split will devalue the homes in the area and would like some reassurance that this building v~ill`not become a 4-plex. Sandra Hopkins, 8140 25th Avenue No., is concerned about the lot split and size of each lot and what it will do to the value of the surrounding homes. Mark Grimes commented that home occupations are permitted which-are limited to indoor use and there are regulations which must be-followed. He also commented that the owner can rent out his side of home but cannot rent out the upper or lower level. He also stated that five unrelated persons could live in the home. Regarding the issue of each side becoming a duplex, Mr. Grime s stated that the property is not zoned for a 4-plex and highly doubts that this would ever occur. John Lindbo, 8101 Medicine Lake Road, is concerned that the subject site will become a 4-plex. Chair McAleese closed the informal public hearing. Commissioner Pentel expressed her concern about this site becoming an investment property and the units becoming rentals. Commissioner Johnson is concerned about the amount of time the City will be involved with maintenance of this property. She has seen house doors stacked outside and a number of cars parked at this site. Chair McAleese commented that this subdivision meets all the requirements and feels that the City Attorney needs to review the covenants and this should be a condition. Commissioner Groger feels he would be more concerned if the subject site was smaller and older but feels it will maintain its value after the subdivision. MOVED by Kapsner, seconded by Lewis and motion carried unanimously to recommend approval to the City Council with the condition that the City Attorney review and approve the "Declaration of Covenants, Restrictions and Conditions". III. Informal Public Hearing - Conditional Use Permit Applicant: Affiliated Emergency Veterinary Service (AEVS) Address: 4708 Olson Memorial Hwy., Golden Valley, Minnesota Request: Operate an animal hospital in a Commercial Zoning District Minutes of the Golden Valley Planning Commission April 12, 1993 Page Three Mark Grimes gave a brief summary of the request by AEVS. They have outgrown their building and have found a building at 4708 Olson Memorial Hwy. which will serve them for quite a while. REVS plans to do a substantial upgrade to the site; they will bring the building up to code and bring in curb and gutter. AEVS is proposing 22 spaces of parking which is six (6) spaces short of the required amount for a medical clinic in a commercial zoning district. There are six available spaces that can be added if there were a need. Mr. Grimes is recommending that the CUP require that the six additional spaces be built if the Director of Inspections believes there is ever a parking problem. Staff recom- mends approval for this request. Commissioner Prazak asked Mr. Grimes about the boarding of animals. Mr. Grimes stated that animals will be kept on the premise only as long as they are treated. There are no outside runs for animals. General Manager, Steve Schulberg, told the Commission that their present faci- lity is too small and they want to remain in the Golden Valley area. The pro- posed space will give AEVS the opportunity to be as good or better than the University of Minnesota's emergency clinic. Commissioner Prazak. asked if they were looking for more business and Mr. Schulberg commented that they are looking to give better care at the new facil- ity not additional business... Commissioner Lewis questioned the hours of operation. Mr. Schulberg commented that the facility is open from 6 PM to 8 AM and 24 hours a day on the weekends. Chair McAleese asked about regulations for disgarding used materials, i.e. needles. Mr. Schulberg stated that AEVS is governed by OSHA and other agencies. Chair McAleese opened the informal public hearing; seeing and hearing no one Chair McAleese closed the informal public hearing. The Commissioners unanimously agreed that this would be a good move for the Affiliated Emergency Veterinary Service and the City of Golden Valley. MOVED by Groger, seconded by Prazak and motion carried unanimously to recommend to the City Council approval for the Conditional Use Permit and conditions out- lined in Mr. Grimes memo dated April 7, 1993. IV. Re orts on Meetin s of the Housin ouncil and Board of Zoning ppea s and Redevelopment Authority, Ci Mark Grimes commented on Area C and Winnetka which was on the City Council agenda of March 16th. :,. ., V. Other Business Beth Knoblauch told the Commission that the Flood Plain Ordinance has been approved by the State and Federal agencies. She also told them about the ADA 11 Minutes of the Golden Valley Planning Commission April 12, 1993 Page Four compliance automatic door at the front entrance. Mark Grimes commented that there is not much to update on the Golden Valley Health Center. The City has been getting more calls recently and wi-ll keep` the Commission informed on any news. VI. Adjournment Chair McAleese adjourned the meeting at 8:20 PM. r J an Lewis, ~cretary 1 1