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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/27/87HASTINGS R.^NNINC July ~ r~oular .~]aating of the Hastings Planning Commission was called to order at 7:30 p.m. Members Present: Commissioners Ditty, Stevens, Dredge, Folch, Kaiser, Conzemius, Anderson, Voelker Members Absent: Commissioner Simacek Staff Present: Planning Director Thomas Harmening and Planning Intern Steve Bjork A motion was made by Commissioner Kaiser, seconded by Commissioner Anderson to approve the July 13, 1987 Planning Cc~mission minutes. Upon vote taken, Ayes 8; Nayes, O. MINUTES Acting Chairman Folch opened the public hearing at 7:35 p.m. Planning Director Harmening indicated that Mr. Ken Grund was requesting a rezoning from A§ to R-6 for the land lying west of the existing Three Rivers Mobile Home Park. The proposed development is to take place on 1t.26 acres and consist of 45 home sites. Harmening gave a brief over view of the development that has taken place thus far. Harmening described the development that is proposed to take place. PUBLIC HEARING REZONING AG TO R-6-?ROPERTY !~ST OF THREE RIVERS PARK- KEN GRUNO Comments which were received from the audience included: Ken Hooper - Mr. Hooper indicated that the persons with single family homes in the area thought that the proposed site was going to be used as a buffer. He also stated that they were lead to believe that no mobile homes would be located on the proposed development. Mr. Hooper also stated that a real estate appraiser commented to him that the mobile homes were causing a problem selling his house. Denise Kennan - ~4s. Kennan indicated that she was involved in the initial development work with Mr. Grund. She stated that the concerns of the residents in the area were made in writing. She then indicated that several of the concerns were not addressed or were changed. Mrs. Keenan also brought up the point that Mr. Grund was phase jumping. Other concerns brought up by Ms. Keenan include: The residents were lead to believe that apartments or condominiums were to be built on the land and concern was expressed over the capacity of the ponding basin. Kevin Keenan - Mr. Keenan expressed concern about the volume and speed of the traffic in the area. Mr. Keenan felt that the development would increase this problem. Mr. Keenan also indicated that he was under the impression that no more development would take place until an access was achieved on Hwy 316. Dick Young - l,lr. Young indicated that he would prefer a different form of development. Mr. Young also expressed concern about the traffic problem. Stacy Robinson - Ms. Robinson, a resident of Three Rivers, commented that Mr. Grund is not maintaining the current development. She questioned Mr. Grunds ability to handle more units. Pat Mathison - Ms. Mathison echoed !4s. Robinsons comments adding that the storm shelter is not designated and stating that she has difficulty in contacting Mr. Grund. Klm Gelhar ~ ?As. Gelhar commented that there is a traffic problem in the park. She stated that non-residents do not observe the 10 mph limit. Ken Grund - Mr. Grund commented on the changes to the original requests made by the Malcolm Avenue residents. The changes that were made which were approved by the City Council included: 1) Allowing vinyl siding 2) Curb style changed 3) Office building moved 4) Fewer double wides than original concept plan. There being no further comments from the audience Acting Chairman Folch closed the public hearing at 8:40 p.m. Members of the Planning Commission thin questioned Mr. Grund as to why Phase III was not completed prior to the proposed develop~t. Mr. Grund explained that it was because of economic reasons. Commissioner Voelker also raised the question about storm shelters. Planning Director Harmening explained the regulations pertaining to shelters. Commissioner Conzemius questioned Mr. Grund about the Hwy 316 access, htr. Grund explained that the land holders were not willing to make a commitment at this time. Commissioner Kaiser remarked on the three accesses onto 160th St. and the proposed fire exit onto Malcolm Avenue. Kaiser questioned the safety of the area in the event of an emergency. After discussion was completed, a motion to deny the rezoning was made by Cammissioner Kaiser and seconded by Commissioner Anderson. The motion for denial was based on the following reasons: 1) The proposed rezoning violates the phasing plan 2) The proposed rezoning violates the buffering plan 3) The proposed rezoning would present a safety hazard for regular and emergency vehicle traffic for both Malcolm Ave.& the Three Rivers Development Upon vote taken, Ayes 7, Nayes, Commissioner Stevens. Acfing Chairman F01ch opened the public hearing at 8:50 p.m. Planning Director Harmening indicated that Hastings Construction is requesting the replatting of a portion of the Dakota View First Addition. The proposed replat is located at the Pringle Court Cul-de-Sac. Harmening indicated that the proposed development calls for 22 homes at 4 units/acre. Harmening stated that this development appears to comply with the Compret~ensive Plan. There being no comments from the audience the public hearing was closed at 8:55 p.m. After discussion a motion was made by Commissioner Conze~ius seconded by Kaiser, to approve the preliminary plat as it is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan and the R-1 PRD zoning requirements. Approval is subject to the following: Preparation of a final grading plan which is consistent with the original grading plan particularly with respect to the berm along 15th Street. B. Rat the four lots at the end of the cul-de-sac have a minimum lot width of 75 feet at the front setback line. C. Payment of $900 for interceptor sewer charges. D. That an amendment be made to the original development agreement to take into consideration the changes proposed. Planning Director Harmening indicated to the Planning Commission that the City Council has not yet taken action on Mrs. Maurus' Home Occupation. The Council requested that the Planning Commission review the case. Mrs. Maurus was in attendance to explain her situation. Maurus indicated the operation was started approximately 15 years ago in her basement. Since that time the operation has moved into the garage. Maurus indicated that the garage is completely weatherized and heated. Commissioner Dredge questioned if the area is still classified as a garage. Harmening indicated that the area would still be considered a garage. The Planning Commission than discussed the possibility of implementing a Speclal Review Process. Commissioner Dredge made a motion to table the home occupation permit. Dredge stated that she would like the Home Occupation Committee to study the feasibility of implementing a Special Review Process. A recommendation would be presented at the August lOth ,meeting. Commissioner Voelker seconded the motion. Upon vote taken, Ayes, 8; Nayes, O. Planning Director Harmening indicated that Ms. Kramer was requesting a Home Occupation Permit to allow her to operate an electrolysis and hair removal business at 1720 Louis Lane. The applicant stated that she anticipates 10 to 15 people per week. The average stay of each visit would be approximately 15 minutes. Kramar explained that there will be no overlapping of customers. According to Kramers application, the operation is to take place in a room to the rear of the garage, it was determined that this room is not part of the garage. Harmening indicated that the business appears to meet all of the home occupation standards. PUBLIC HEARING-PRE- LIMINARY PLAT- DAKOTA VIEW 2ND ADDITION - HASTINGS CONSTRUCTION REVIEW OF HOME OCCUPATION PE~IT- MIRELLA MAURUS, 923 W. 14TH SI~TEET HOME OCCUPATION ELECTROLYSIS BUSINESS- DIANE KRA!4ER, 1720 LOUIS LANE After discussion was completed, Comm|ssioner Conzemius made a motion to approve the Home Occuptlon Permit. Commissioner Kaiser seconded the motion. Upon vote taken, Ayes, 8; Nayes,O. Planning Director Harmening indicated that Lyle Cater was requesting that the Planning Commission order a public hearing to consider a minor subdivision in Country Estates. The proposed minor subdivision is located on property described as Lot 7, Block 1, Country Estates. Commissioner Voelker expressed concern about the location of the driveway and easements. ORDER PUBLIC HEAR ING-!41NOR SUBDIVISION-LOT 7, BLK 1, COUNTRY ESTATES LYLE CATER After discussion a motion was made by Commissioner Conzemius, seconded by Kaiser, to order the required public hearing on the proposed minor subdivision. The hearing is to be held at 7:30 p.m. on August loth. Upon vote taken, Ayes, 8; Nayes,O. Planning Director Harmening indicated that Jerry Denn was requesting that the Planning Ccmmission order a public hearing to consider a minor subdivision in Addition No. 13. The proposed minor subdivision is located on the property described as Lots 1 & 2, 10 & 11, and parts of Lots 3 & 12, Block 7, Addition No. 13. ORDER PUBLIC HEARING MINOR SUBDIVISION- LOTS 1 & 2, 10 & 11, BLK 7, ADDITION ~13- JERRY DENN After discussion a motion was made by Commissioner Kaiser, seconded by Voelker to order the required public hearing on the proposed minor subdivision. The hearing is to be held at 7:30 p.m. on August lOth. Upon vote taken, Ayes,8~ Nayes, O. Planning Director Harmening updated the Planning Commission on several topics. Harmening indicated that the Murtaugh variance and the Nilli~ms vacation were approved by the City Council. Harmening also informed the Coamission about the ordinance interpretation for Mr. McNamara. The Commission was also informed of the pending a¢inistrative decision for Mr. Siebenaler. There being no further business a motion was made by Ccmmissioner Conzemius, seconded by Ccmmissioner Kaiser to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 p.m. Upon vote taken, Ayes,8; Nayes, O.