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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4Riverwood10thPlatSitePlanM To: Planning Commission Members From: Justin Fortney, Associate Planner Date: November 13, 2007 Subject: Preliminary/ Final Plat and Site Plan Approval #2007 -48 — Riverwood 10`' Addition — Woodland Drive — Siewert Construction REQUEST Siewert Construction seeks the following: 1) Preliminary and Final Plat approval to replat the 8 buildable lots and 1 common lot into 7 slightly larger buildable lots and one common lot, forming Riverwood 10"' Addition. The common lot will be owned by the association and contain a blanket drainage and utility easement. 2) Site plan approval to construct a three and four -unit townhome building. The property is generally located between Southpoint Dr and Riverwood Dr, south of Woodland Drive BACKGROUND INFORMATION Comprehensive Plan Classification The 2020 Comprehensive Plan designates the property as U -II Urban Residential, with 4 -8 units /acre. The proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Zoning Classification The subject property is zoned R -3 PRD, Medium High Density Residence Planned Residential Development. The proposed use is consistent with the zoning. Adjacent Zoning and Land Use The following land uses abut the property: Direction Existing Use Zoning Comp Plan North Woodland Drive- townhomes R -3 PRD U -II Urban Res. East vacant- proposed townhomes R -3 PRD U -II Urban Res. South vacant- proposed townhomes R -3 PRD U -II Urban Res. West Residential- townhomes R -3 PRD U -Il Urban Res. Existing Condition The site is predominately flat and open. The site has been graded and the street, curbs, and 8 water and sewer stubs have been installed. History In 1998, Development Plans were reviewed and approved for the Riverwood Development. The plans for Riverwood 10"' Addition are consistent with these plans. The density of the proposed units has decreased from its original platting as part of Riverwood 8` Addition. The townhome units were originally platted to be 2 four -unit buildings. The townhomes are now a four and three -unit building. PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT REVIEW Request Siewert Construction requests preliminary and final plat review for Riverwood 10` Addition. Riverwood 10` Addition would be formed by re- dividing Lots 1 through 9, Block 6, of Riverwood 8"' Addition into 8 lots. Streets and Utilities Their will be no changes or effect to Woodland Drive. As the curb is surmountable there are no driveway curb cuts to relocate. Since water and sewer lines were stubbed -out for 8 units, one sewer line stub must be removed. The extra waterline could be used for irrigation purposes. Vehicular Access and Circulation Access and circulation will be further reviewed as a part of Site Plan approval. Pedestrian Access and Circulation Pedestrian access and circulation will be further reviewed as a part of Site Plan approval. Grading, Drainage, Erosion Control, and Utility Plan The City's consultant engineer has reviewed the Grading, Drainage, Erosion Control, and Utility Plans. Approval of the Preliminary and Final Plat is subject to approval of the Grading, Drainage, Erosion Control and Utility Plans by the Public Works Director, and reimbursement for any fees involved in plan review. Interceptor Sewer Fee Sewer interceptor fees have been paid for the 8` Addition. Since this proposed replat does not increase the number of units no additional sewer interceptor fees will be required. Parkland Dedication 1) Parkland dedication fees have already been paid. 2) One front yard tree and one boulevard tree must be planted for each unit. Pedestrian Access Sidewalks and trails are not required on Woodland Drive. Parking All units will have a two -stall garage, plus a driveway capable of parking two additional vehicles. RECOMMENDED ACTION - Preliminary and Final Plat Approval of the Preliminary and Final Plat of Riverwood 10` is recommended subject to the following conditions: 1. Conformance with the plans submitted with the Planning Commission Staff Report dated November 13, 2007. 2. All disturbed areas on this property shall be stabilized with rooting vegetative cover to eliminate erosion problems. 3. Final approval of the grading, drainage and utility plans by the Public Works Director, and reimbursement for any fees involved in plan review. The owner assumes all risks associated with the grading and utility placement prior to formal approvals. 4. The 8` sanitary sewer stub must be removed. 5. The 8` waterline stub must by removed or used for irrigation purposes. 6. One boulevard and front yard tree must be planted in front of each unit. 7. The developer shall have a separate water line and meter installed for all irrigation systems. 8. Execution of a development agreement to memorialize the conditions of the plat and to establish any applicable escrow amounts to guarantee the completion of site plan activities prior to issuance of any building permits. 9. Any uncompleted site work (including landscaping) must be escrowed for at 125 percent of estimated valuation prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy. 10. The Final Plat must be submitted for recording with Dakota County within one year of City Council approval, or the approval is null and void. 11. Driveways shall be constructed as depicted on the civil plans to include driveway separation. 12. A declaration of covenants, conditions and restrictions or the equivalent document shall be submitted for review and approval by the City before release of the final plat mylars for recording to ensure maintenance of open space, median plantings, cul -de -sac plantings, common drives, and common utilities. The declaration shall include, but is not limited to, the following: (a) A statement requiring the deeds, leases or documents of conveyance affecting buildings, units, parcels, tracts, townhouses, or apartments be subject to the terms of the declaration. (b) A provision for the formation of a property owners association or corporation and that all owners must be members of said association or corporation which may maintain all properties and common areas in good repair and which may assess individual property owners proportionate shares of joint or common costs. The association or corporation must remain in effect and may not be terminated or disbanded. (c) Membership in the association shall be mandatory for each owner and any successive buyer. (d) Any open space restrictions must be permanent and may not be changed or modified without city approval. (e) The association is responsible for liability insurance, local taxes and the maintenance of the open space facilities deeded to it. (f) Property owners are responsible for their pro -rata share of the cost of the association by means of an assessment to be levied by the association which meet the requirements for becoming a lien on the property in accordance with Minnesota Statutes. (g) The association may adjust the assessment to meet changing needs. SITE PLAN REVIEW Zoning Setbacks The proposed setbacks are acceptable and consistent with other homes in the area. Access and Circulation Access and circulation is adequate. Pedestrian Access No pedestrian access improvements are required. Parking Parking is acceptable. All units would have a two -stall garage, plus a driveway capable of parking two additional vehicles. Architectural Elevations The buildings incorporate varying rooflines, vinyl lap and shake siding, and stonework. The architectural elevations are acceptable. Landscape Plan A landscape plan has been submitted for Riverwood 10` Addition. The landscape plan is acceptable subject to the following: 1) Boulevard trees must be planted every 50 feet along Woodland Drive. 2) Any uncompleted site work (including landscaping) must be escrowed for at 125 percent of estimated valuation prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy. 3) All landscaped areas must be irrigated. Signage Signage has not been indicated on the site plan and would be administratively permitted under a separate sign permit application. Although sign permit review would take place after site plan approval, the following regulations are applicable: The monument sign is limited to 50 square feet in size and must be no greater than 5 feet high. Grading and Utility Plans Preliminary Grading and Utility Plans have been submitted for cursory review. The applicant must obtain formal approval of the Grading and Utility Plans by the Public Works Director as a condition for approval. RECOMMENDED ACTION — Site Plan Review Approval of the Riverwood 10"' Addition site plan is recommended subject to the following conditions: 1) Conformance with the plans submitted with the Planning Commission Staff Report dated November 13, 2007. 2) Any Signage will require a separate sign permit. 3) All disturbed areas on this property shall be stabilized with rooting vegetative cover to eliminate erosion problems. 4) The disturbed areas of the site shall be maintained to the requirements of the City's property maintenance ordinance. 5) Final approval of the development grading and utility plans by the City of Hastings. The applicant shall be liable for any costs involved in consultant review of the plans. 6) Submission of an electronic copy of all plan sets (TIF, PDF, or similar format) prior to issuance of certificate of occupancy. 7) Approval is subject to a one year Sunset Clause; if significant progress is not made towards construction of the proposal within one year of City Council approval, the approval is null and void. 8) Boulevard trees must be planted every 50 feet along Woodland Drive. 9) Any uncompleted site work (including landscaping) must be escrowed for at 125 percent of estimated valuation prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy. 10) All landscaped areas must be irrigated. ATTACHMENTS • Location Map • Aerial photo • Replat • Elevations • Application f a ` f R ? ON r a om as f �r f d t� f I'M qK I I \ � \��� � � a I I LAND USE APPLICATION CITY OF HASTINGS - PLANNING DEPARTMENT 101 4th Street East, Hastings, MN 55033 Phone: 651.480.2350 Fax: 651.437.7082 Address of Property: 1'Ja�a za� Legal Description of Property: Applicant: $600 Name /C'Zr/Zf ?is tL Address �5 j Comp Plan Amendment $500 Phone $500 Fax Ce5/ - 113?- 1 71G Email $500 Owner (if different from Applicant): Name Address Phone Fax Email Description of Request (include site plan, survey, and /or plat if applicable): Check applicable box(es): Note: All fees and escrow amounts due at time of application. Sig Final Plat $600 Administrative Lot Split $50 Minor Sub. $500 Comp Plan Amendment $500 Rezone $500 House Move $500 Spec. Use $500 Lot Line Adjustment $50 Variance $250 Vacate ROW /Easement $400 Annexation $500 plus legal expenses EAW $500 plus $1000 escrow P relim Pla $500 plus escrow: - Under 10 acres: $3000 ($500 Planning + $2500 Engineering) - Over 10 acres: $6000 ($1000 Planning + $5000 Engineering) Site Plan $500 plus escrow: - 0 - 5,000 s.f.: $1500 (Engineering) - 5,000 - 10,000 s.f.: $2500 ($500 Planning + $2000 Engineering) - 10,000 - 50,000 s.f.: $3250 ($750 Planning + $2500 Engineering) - 50,000 s.f. +: $4000 ($1000 Planning + $3000 Engineering) TOTAL: Applicant Date Signature of Owner Date '0 Applicant Name and Title - Please Print Owner Name - Please Print Official Use Only / 4123/2003 File # Rec'd By: Zyr,- Date Rec'd 0 `/y1�7 Fee Paid Receipt # 6 S4 aS App. Complete