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Site Plan #08-01 – Animal Ark Building Expansion
Planning Commission Memo – January 14, 2007
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Memo
To: Planning Commission Members
From: Kari Barker, Associate Planner
Date: January 14, 2007
SubjectSite Plan
: – Friends of Animal Adoption, Inc. Animal Ark Building
Expansion - #2008-01 – 2600 Industrial Court
REQUEST
Friends of Animal Adoption, Inc. seeks site plan approval to expand their existing building
at 2600 Industrial Court, legally described as Hastings Industrial Park No 4, Lot 5, Block 1,
Dakota County, MN. The property is 1.20 acres in size.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
In May 1989, a Site Plan and two Special Use Permits were approved for the Animal Ark
Building. Special Use Permits were required for Living Quarters for Security Personnel and
for a Kennel/Animal Shelter. The proposed expansion is consistent with the terms of the
Special Use Permit.
Comprehensive Plan Classification
The 2020 Comprehensive Plan designates the property as I, Industrial. Kennels and
shelters are considered service establishments, which are allowed with a Special Use
Permit.
Zoning Classification
The subject property is zoned I-1, Industrial Park. Kennels and shelters are considered
service establishments, which are allowed with a Special Use Permit.
Adjacent Zoning and Land Use
The following land uses abut the property:
Direction Existing Use Zoning Comp Plan
North Nova-Frost, Inc. I-2 Industrial Park I-Industrial
East Vacant/City of Hastings Right-of-Way Right-of-Way
South Jan’s School of Dance I-1 Industrial Park I-Industrial
West Vacant/Custom Asphalt I-1 Industrial Park I-Industrial
Site Plan #08-01 – Animal Ark Building Expansion
Planning Commission Memo – January 14, 2007
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Existing Condition
The existing building currently holds approximately 6,554 square feet of space which
holds an administration area, an exam room, and kennels.
Proposed Improvements
The office expansion plans include an additional 2,262 square feet, thus creating a
8,816 square foot building. The proposed expansion area includes a front vestibule,
four socialization rooms with attached play yards, a retail area, office area, and an
administrative area.
SITE PLAN REVIEW
Proposed Building Setbacks
Zoning setbacks are acceptable. Setbacks in the Industrial District are not specified.
Proposed building setbacks are similar to other buildings in the area. The following
setbacks are proposed:
North- 63 feet (expanding out 20 feet past existing setback)
East- 33 feet (no expansion)
South- 60 feet (no expansion)
West- 52 feet (no expansion)
Vehicular Access and Circulation
Access to the area will be via an existing driveway from Industrial Court. There are no
proposed changes to the access. Staff feels access and circulation are acceptable.
Pedestrian Access and Circulation
Pedestrian access and circulation is acceptable.
Parking
Parking is acceptable based on 700 square feet of office space and 8,116 square feet of
warehouse space.
Site Required per Square Foot Spaces Required
Office 1 per 300 sq. ft 700 s.f./300=2 1/3
spaces
Warehouse 1 per 1000 sq. ft. 8116 s.f./1000= 8
1/10 spaces
Based on the aforementioned information, eleven spaces are required and eleven spaces
are being provided.
Site Plan #08-01 – Animal Ark Building Expansion
Planning Commission Memo – January 14, 2007
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Parking Lot Setback
The parking lot setback meets the minimum 10-foot requirement along the perimeter of the
property. The existing parking lot areas will not need to be curbed and guttered to City
standards as the surface of the existing parking lot will not be expanded or modified more
than 25 percent. All new sections of the parking lot will need to be curbed and guttered to
City standards.
Landscaping
A landscape plan is not required with this Site Plan as existing landscaping will not be
affected by the building expansion. However, as a condition of approval, if any landscaping
is removed, it will need to be replaced per the City’s landscaping ordinance. In addition, at
least one shrub per 40 feet of lot perimeter must be planted.
Architectural Elevations
The proposed Animal Ark building meets the requirements of the City of Hastings
Architectural Standards Ordinance.
Industrial and warehouse buildings are required to have the front facades composed of at
least 65 percent of Class 1 or Class 2 materials, with Class 1 materials comprising at least
25 percent of the total façade. Side and rear facades visible from public right(s)-of-way,
parks, public view from adjacent properties, or residential uses or district must be
composed of at least 25 percent of Class 1 of Class 2 materials. Side and rear facades not
visible from public right(s)-of-way, parks, public view from adjacent properties, or residential
uses or district may use any combination of Class 1, 2, or 3 materials.
The primary exterior materials are lap siding, engineered stone veneer, and glass windows
which are acceptable Class 1 and 2 materials. The lap siding is similar to Hardi Plank
siding. In the middle section on the front of the building, windows will separate the precast
stone from the lap siding. The front also features stone columns and a mansard roof with
shingle style siding.
In addition, wrought iron fencing will be located on the right and left elevations, which is
also visible from the front elevation.
Grading, Drainage, Erosion Control, and Utility Plan
Approval of the Site Plan is subject to approval of the Grading, Drainage, Erosion Control
and Utility Plans by the Public Works Director and City Engineer.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of the site plan is recommended subject to the following conditions:
1) Conformance with the Planning Commission Staff Report and plans dated January
14, 2008.
2) 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.
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3) All disturbed areas on this property shall be stabilized with rooting vegetative cover
to eliminate erosion problems.
4) At least one shrub per 40 feet of lot perimeter must be planted.
5) Final approval of the grading, drainage and utility plans by the Public Works Director
and City Engineer, reimbursement for any fees incurred in review of the
development. The owner assumes all risks associated with the grading and utility
placement prior to formal approvals.
6) Any landscaping removed will be required to be replaced per the City’s landscaping
ordinance.
7) All new sections of the parking lot will need to be curbed and guttered to City
standards.
8) All exterior lighting is required to be shielded down and away from adjacent
properties and right-of-ways.
9) Any uncompleted site work (including landscaping) must be escrowed for prior to
issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
10) Submission of an electronic copy of all plan sets (TIF, PDF, or similar format) prior
to submittal of a building permit.
ATTATCHMENTS
• Location Map
• Aerial Photograph
• Site Plans