HomeMy WebLinkAboutPCP 06-07-2006
Chair ~ 1245 W. Highway 96
David Sand ~HILLS Arden Hills, MN 55112
Commissioners 651.634.5120
Ken Bezdieek Arden Hills www.ci.arden-hills.mn.us
Clayton Larson
Dave MeClnng Planning Commission
Liz Modeselte
Roberta Thompson Wednesdav, June 7, 2006
Clavton Zimmerman
City Vision
A strong community that values our unique environment, OUT fiscal soundness,
and our tradition as a desirable citv'in which to live, work, and play.
Agenda
Planning Commission Convenes 7:00 PM
Call to Order
1. AGENDA
2. MINUTES
A. May 3, 2006 Meeting
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1- A. Planning Case 06-017; Site Plan Review; Len Gallus; 1104 Amble Drive
B. Planning Case 06-018; Site Plan Review; 1212 LLC; 1212 Red Fox Road
4. UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS
A Planning Case 06-013; Variance & Preliminary Plat; Amities LLC; 3685 & 3695 New Brighton Road
(Continued)
B. Planning Case 06-14; Updated Sign Code
C. New City website - verbal update
5. REPORTS
A, Report from the City Council
6. ADJOURNMENT
A quorum of the City Council may be present at this meeting.
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Approved: DRAFT
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOT~i\
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
MAY 3, 2006; 7:00 P.M.
ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chair Zimmennan called the mceting to at
ROLL CALL
Present were Commissioncrs Clayton:: Larson, Ken Be'iqicek, Elizabeth Modesette,
Clayton Zimmennan, Roberta Thompson, and David McChilig.
. Absent: Chair David Sand.
Also prcscnt were Conncilmember David Grant, City Planner James Lehnhon; and
Recording Secretary Kathleen -,-~1tn1aJl_
A. APPROVAL m' MINUTES FROM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
HELD ON APRIL 5, 2006.
Cormmssioner Thompson moved, seconded by Commissioner Larson to approve the
Api'iF5,,2006 minutes as presentcd.
The motioncarried unanimously (6-0).
PIJBLlC HEARINGS
A. PLANNING CASE #06-013: VARIANCE & PRELIMINARY PLAT; AMITIES
COAST LLC: 3685 & 3695 NEW BRIGHTON ROAD
Mr. Lehnhoff stated the applicants were requesting a preliminary plat to reconfigure two
existing lots at 3685 ancl 3695 New Brighton Road into four new lots. The request also
includes a variance to allow the four lots to share one private driveway to New Brighton
. Road and for Lots 2 and 3 to not directly abut the public right-of-way. He reviewed his
analysis and noted the lots in the proposed subdivision meet or exceed all of the
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requirements of the underlying R-2 zone with three of the four lots morc than double the .
minimum lot size requircd for thc R-2 zone, With the recommended conditions, this
subdivision is unlikcly to have any negative impact on the City or the neighborhood. He
indicated while the City certainly prefened one driveway instead of four, the question
was whether a private drive should be permitted instead of the traditionally required
street and cuI-de-sac. He stated there was a precedent for using private streets in
developments; however, those examples can only be found in PUD's where private
streets were pemlitted. However, since this private street was unlikely to have a negative
impact on the neighborhood and since the cul-de-sac would aq,q:;coJ11paratively little value
to the City or the neighborhood, staff recommended approc\f<.iFofthe variance. The City
Engineer and Fire Marshal had reviewed the proposedBri~~&~ street and had not stated
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lIe stated once the preliminary plat was approvec1by the City, nO additional conditions
related to the design of the preliminary plat could be added. The final plat was simply a
review' process to ensure that the changes required in the preliminary plaflJad been made.
lIe recommcnded approval based on the following seventeen conditions:
L The applicant shall submit the final plat and application to the City of
Arden Hills within three months of the preliminary plat approval date or
the approval shall expire. .
2, The project shall be coml:ilet~tljflaccordancewith the plans submitted as
part of the preliminary. plat)lI1d',Ylal-jance application. Any significant .
changes to these plans,.,as:;tletemliri1'clby the City Planner, shall require
review and approval by the, Plamling Commission.
3. The applicant shall include a 12-foot drainage and utility easement
centered on all common lot/hnes, and a 12-foot drainage and utility
easement along thc right-of~Way.
4. Thc applicant shall pay a park dedication fee as dctermined by the City
'lJ;,?uncil at the time the final plat is approved.
5, Tli~applieant shall amend the final plat to be in conformance with all of
the'comments from the April 19,2006 memo from the City Engineer.
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6. Any extension of City services for the new lot shall be subject to review
and appl'oval by thc City Enginecr and all associated costs shall be the
responsibility of the applicant.
control measures shall be installed before any grading or
begins and shall be maintained and remain in place until
is reestablished and construction is finished.
8. non-confoillling structures shall be renlOved as indicated on thc site
plan before the final plat is filed and before any building permits arc
issued. If, however, this is not possible, the developer shall post a
financial surety with the City to ensure removal within one year from the
approval of the final pIaL
9. A restrictive covenant shall be prepared by the applicant that is subject to
approval by the City Attorney that requires all structures on Lots 2 and 3
to be setback at least 40 feet from the eastern lot line. The area from the .
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. eastern (front) lot line to 40 feet extending west from the eastern lot line
shall be deemed the front yard for Lots 2 and 3.
10. The applicant shall suhmit an easemcnt agreement that grants pennanent
access to the right-of-way across Outlot A for Lots I, 2, 3, and 4. The
easement shaH be subject to approval by the City Attorney and filed with
Ramsey County with the final plat
11. The applicant shall submit an approved road access permit from Ramsey
County before the final plat is approved.
12. The dliveway shall be at least 20 feet wide anclii'l@ fcct clear in height as
required by the Fire Marshal. ..J'" "
13. The applicant shall deposit into an cscroj!\;fa@'ffi."unt or submit a bond with
the City Administrator a sum equal tAji~oncn~~r?d twenty-five percent
(125%) of the estimated cost of. tYt", road, "l!fJ)ity, and stormwater
management improvcments to be constructed withinthesubdivision. The
required improvements shall be installed and compJ",ti;d in accordance
with the plans and specifications prepared by the applica'rtt.al1d'subject to
approval by the City Engineer:1l1dyity Planner. The escro\'{or bond shall
be returned upon completion ofth,,:project and final inspection and
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The applicant shiIlI..obtain any required "pcrnlits from the Rice Creek
Watershed and supplylh",C:ity with a cop)',before any building permits
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15. Any changes to the gr~din5ii;j6t"~~W~I()t:\"s()ntrol plan shall be subject to
. approvalby the City Engin"er. "",!:
16, The applicant shall provide an as-bunt survey upon completion of thc
project
17. Tl1eapplicant shall comply Vi.ith applicable provisions of the City Code
andt.elatedordinances.
Commiss'i6herJ:;arson asked what hardship was involved with not putting in a City street
with a cul-dc-sac."jMr. Lchnoff responded the applicant indicated the topography would
be difficult for a cli1:.d'e-sac, andthc cul-de-sac would require more space.
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Commissioner Modesette asked if the water service to Lot I would be reused. Mr.
Lehnhoff'responded Lot I and Lot 4 would retain their existing water & sewer
connections:,
Commissioner.Modesette asked if the rctaining wall would remain, or would it be rebuilt
Mr. Lchnoff stated he believed the existing wall would remain, but applicant was here to
respond to this question specifically.
Commissioner Modesette asked if the City Engineer had looked at the pond to ensure it
had enough capacity for the additional nmoff from this proposed development Mr.
Lehnhoff responded the City Engineer had reviewed the drainage plan. He indicated the
Rice Creek Watershed District would need to approve ofthis also,
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Commissioncr Modesette stated at the time of voting, she wonld abstain because she .
resided in this neighborhood.
Vice Chair Zimmenllan opened the public hcaring at 7:17p.m.
Vice Chair Zimmerman invited anyone for or against the request to comc forward and
make comment.
An email received by James Lelmoff from Bctty l-IelllleberiS?W2.Q;J7 Thom Court, dated
May 1, 2006, "Dear Sir: I am writing to you in rcgard t(),'J.lie public hearing to decide
Preliminary Plat & Variance to re'plat Lots 17 and l&II'RRBJeder's Home and Garden
Acres. 1 am a homeowner affected by this proposegwre-pfat~g~ unable to attend this
hearing because of my work schedule. 1 am opposedto thisT'~B.lating as this would
affect the wetland and wildlife area that this property is next to;'1~lffil~t part of it. The
added tratTic that seems to be happening in our once quiet little neighl}~tl1()od is changing
way to fast and I am conccrncd about the safety of minc as well as'th.\j,other young
children in the neighborhood. Thank you."!'
Phil Littlcfield, 6204 Orleans Lane, Maple Grove, applicant, was present for qucstions.
Vice Chair Zimme1111an inquired abouUhe diffcring lot sizes."Mr. Littlefield responded
one lot had an existing stmcture which wouldrcmain and the'other three lots would have
walk out style homes. He noted Lot 3 was coming off of Lot 4 and Lots 1 and 2 were
from the existing loL369~ New Brighton Road lot. .
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commissio!ll,~,,~~Zdicek!i~quired how much room was needed for a cul-de-sac. Mr.
LittlefIeld explaincd thc reaFon there was not enough room to put in a cul-de-sac and that
two of the lots would be eliminated if a cul-de-sac was added.
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Chair Modesetteaskedh9,w the private drive maintenance would be addressed. Mr.
Littlefield responded they were s~tting up a homeowner's association which would be
responsible for the maintenance of the driveway.
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Commissioner Modescttc askcd if Mr. Littlefield had spoken with any of the neighbors
regardingthis project.Mr. Littlefield responded he had not
Commissioner Bezdieek asked if Mr. Littlefield had applied with the Rice Creek
Watershed District Mr. Littlefield responded he had.
Richard Oliveri us, 2029 Thom Comt, stated he was concerned with the privatc driveway.
Hc stated hc was also concerned about the homeowners' association and how much
control lour homes would have in a homeowners' association. He believed the City
Ordinances prevented this type of a development He stated he would like to see a cul-
de-sac put in instead of a shared driveway.
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. Ivan Gilbel1, 3707 New Brighton Road, stated he was also concerned about the private
driveway and the run-off from the driveway. He asked if the driveway was not
maintained, how this would affect the run-ofT into the Ricc Creck Watershed, He
expressed concern about the number of vehicles parking in the private driveway. He
stated the retaining wall discussed was right on the edge of his property and noted the
retaining wall was not very attractive and with new homes coming in, he did not think
they would want to see an unattractive retaining waIL He stated if the retaining wall was
removed, hc wantcd a ncw onc built He indicated he did not understand why this had to
be four lots. He recommended they develop three lots instcaddfJour lots. He stated he
was disappointed the applicant had not talked to him ahoultheplaris. He statcd when hc
bought his home 30 years ago, he understood that there .>>'Olil,j be no development on the
side of him, and now they were proposing to put in a development
Commissioner Larson asked if the retaining w:illltreated more areafor the bituminous
driveway area on the 3695 New BrightonJ}.oad lot Mr. Gilberttesponded that was
correct
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Commissioner Larson asked if it was possible t6.igrilde'thelot to eliminate the retaining
waIL Mr. Gilbert stated he believed there would n661J.iitg be some type of a retaining wall
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Gordy Martin, 3670 New Brighton Road,stated he wasirfeither for nor against this
. development He asked why the lots weren6tbal.'\ficed more. Tim Horita, 3685 New
Brighton Road, propeI1y,pwner, responctedhe wanted to preserve his Lot (Lot 4) with as
much open andi,:bUffer~]Ja.ce as possible. He believed some type of a retaining wall
would need t()"~e retai11(~dm8n Lot I, possibly four feet He stated he was proposing a
more naturalgtildeinsteadiiiof a sharp drop off. He agreed the retaining wall was not
attractive and shoUJeIiirrobably,bg,rcplaecd, He stated he was proposing to have custom
builth.orncsOn Lot 2iillld3. HFindi'e~f~d'in ordcr to make this financially feasible; they
needcd to getthe three lots' on his property. He stated hc had friends interested in these
lots.
Vice Chair Zimmcrman askcd if they would accept a condition to replace the retaining
wall, Mr. Martin responded he wanted to make this a win-win situation and he
understood the concern of the neighborhood. He stated he wantcd to preserve as much
natural space as possible.
Commissioner Larson noted there was going to be major tree removal and asked how this
would preserve the natural space, He stated it did not appear there would be much trce
cover left Mr. Littlefield responded anywhere they could leave trees, they would, but thc
trees being proposcd to bc removed wcrc being removed for the driveway, the sewer
utility, and the home building.
Commissioner McClung stated he understood his concern about retaining as much of his
lot as possible to protect the green space and the wetland, but in crafting this development
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causing the development prohlems. He stated he was concerned that Lot 1 was 1/6 the .
size of Lot 4, and Lots 2 and 3 were half the size of Lot 4. He believed he was keeping
too mueh of Lot 4 and was forcing them to deal with a difficult situation with the other
lots. Mr. Horita responded that at least one-half of Lot 4 was in the easement for the lift
station or was wetland, so to look at the entire square footage was misrepresenting the
fact that there was space to build on and there was room to encroach on his back area, He
notcd rcmoving the easements would make his lot very consistent with Lots 2 and 3. He
acknowledged Lot I was considcrably smaller.
Vice Chair Zimmerman stated he was concerned that he the property, but was not
the applicant
Commissioner McClung stated he was concerned he have any type of a
contractual relationship with the applicant also., ,"G' "',
Mr. Lehnhoff stated the City did not have4:r?'1~iremetit)hat the had to be the
applicant, so from an administrative standpoitit'g~:?ncog~l'lg,ed them to see that on
this application. He noted this was not an unustiaJ';oirp'ulnstance, and staff was looking at
chanving this."';;>
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Julie Oliverius, 2029 Thorn Comt, stated all of the 10ts'al?pii"New Brighton Boulevard
were long lots. She stated if they allowed a shared drivewaypthis would set a precedent
She noted a cuI-de-sac would provide a single-acce~s, to New Brighton Boulevard also. .
She stated Mr. Horitl'lVias only concerned about his,green space and not his neighbor's
green space.
Ivan Gilbelt agreed with Ms. Oliverius' comments, He indicated Mr. Horita had no
concern for preseJ'Vi:rtg his green space he was disappointed he was not spoken to
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J(le Giannetti,20J3""fhomCourt, stated he was the most affected by this development
Heindicated the ar~aJhroughjthis area was a deer nm and deer ran through t?is area
cveryday. He statcditl1is would affect the wetland. He noted if all of the trees proposed
to ber.e)lloved wereii.removed, this would rcmove his privacy and the filter for the
wetland.'j,\Bte indicatedJhere \vas no need to remove the trees on the west side. Hc stated
he was didjpPiJintecJyMr. Horita had not come to the neighbors to discuss this with them
to work out ah)"'i;,pncerns. He indicated there were no specifics as to the types and sizes
of homes bein~,built and this was a concern for him also. . He stated he had spoken with
the Rice Creek Watershed District and the DNR about this who both indicated they did
not know anything about this proposal. He expressed concern that this was going to be a
private driveway and not a cul-de-sac. He asked how cmergency vehicles would access
the driveway if there were cars parked in the driveway.
Moose Giannetti, 2033 Thorn Court, stated they just bought their property this past winter
and they were shocked to see the area behind them was going to be developed, She
stated she would like to see the shed at the rear of the Jot gone, but she had the same .
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. concerns as everyone else rcgarding the private driveway and the width of the driveway.
She did not believe emergency vehicles would be able to aeccss one of the homes ifthere
were ears parked in the driveway. She did not believe approving this was socially
responsible for the City, She stated the rules were made for a reason, which was to
eliminate these lypes of problems, She asked them to deny this request. She stated she
was insulted that the property owner would take care of himself and not be concerned
about the neighbors. She stated she was a real estate agent and it was common to have
issues with shared property (i.e, dliveways). Shc requested her comments be part of the
consideration.
Vice Chair Zimmemnn closed the public hearing at 8:08.p.'tL
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Commissioner Larson asked if they allowed in the City Code a hammerhead in lieu of a
cul-de-sac. Mr. Lehnhoffresponded it was not listd'las an option, so he would say no,
Commissioner Larson noted the Fire Department dig not say if they approved or
disapproved of this and generally the Fire Departmelltrequired a tum-around if it was
over 150 feet. He asked if the Fire Department had commented on this. Mr. Lelmhoff
responded there was no objection made by the Fire'l)epartment, but they also did not
approve or disapprove this.
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Commissioner Larson asked stafft~r,"CJrtesti(hllLfire Departrrtgnt make further comment.
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Vice Chair ZimmennarLIlotcd if this W,!~"IL'shared'dijye, all trash containers would need
to come out tothe public road for pick up and this was something they needed to
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consider. He~tated rromhis own personal point of view because there was a lot of
concem from theheighborhood and the Conlmissioners, he would like to see this tabled
for fmiher information which would allow'itlle applicant to havc conversations with the
neighbqrsj,l{jok at other options, andlook at the possibility of a City street with a cul-de-
sac,
Cormnissioner ThdJJ}pson stated one of her concems was from the perspective of the
elevation changes arig,the drainage and how this would impact the wetlands. She noted
one of the options they'had was the Rice Creek Watershed District approval. She askcd
if thcycS~ld get thafinformation beforehand, She stated she was not comfortable
approving~'tni~withQUt the Rice Creek Watershed District's comments. Mr. Lehnhoff
stated they cOuldfequire this.
Commissioner Thompson also expressed concem about the removal of trees and asked
for the Rice Creek Watershed's comments on this also.
Commissioner McClung stated he was concerned they would be setting a precedent and
he would have difficulty approving this as submitted.
Commissioner Larson moved, seconded by Commissioner McClung to recommend
. denial ofthe subdivision preliminary plat based on the reasons that this would establish a
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bad prccedent by putting four flag lots on one driveway and this could easily support a .
City street and cul,de-sac, if ncccssary. The grading plan submitted for Lots I and 2 was
not sufficient and the retaining wall should be replaced or removed and a drainage way
be added to the north edge of the property,
Viee Chair Zimmerman statcd if this was denied it would go to Council and it could be
approved at that mccting. Mr. Lehnhoff explained if this was denied by the Council the
applicant could not apply again for another six months, but if it was tabled this would
allow the applicant time to come back with an entirely new
Commissioner Larson stated he was willing to takc with this possibly bcing
approved by the Council, but ifthere was more for tabling,
he recommcnded voting against his motion.
Commissioner Thompson stated she would vote against because she
table this.
Commissioner McClung stated he would support the denial because there
were too many problems.
The motion to rccommend deniaJL':&i;i,'\I.~ri~nce and subdivision was approved (3-2-1
Commissioners Zimmerman and ,',r1i~ifips8n, opposed. Commissioner Modesette
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B. PLANNING CASE #06-015: ZONIN6 ORDINANCE ADDITION FOR THE B-4
ZONE; 1212 LLC
Mr. Lehnhoff stated the applicant was requesting a Zoning Ordinance addition to allow
highcredll?ation and special education as a pernlitted use in the B-4 Zone. He
recominen'ded.HPprovaloflhe Zoning Ordinance addition to allow higher and special
education as a special use in the B-4 Zone. He stated while higher and special education
uses are unlikely to llegativelyaffect the community, these types of uses are spec,ial uses
or part of a plalmed unit development in any other zone where thcy are allowed, and it is
importai1110 manage the parking and traffic patterns.
Commissioncr Larson inquired about the occupancy of the other existing buildings in the
B,4 area. He'nOted he did not see much retail in this area. He asked if office was a
permitted use inthis area. Mr. Lehnhoffrcsponded it was a permitted use.
Vice Chair Zimmennan opened the public hearing at 8:32 p.m.
Vice Chair Zimmclman invited anyone for or against the request to come forward and
make commcnt.
Rob Davidson, 3900 Northwoods Drive #125, stated he has worked in Arden Hills for 25
years and has had a long-standing interest in the City. He stated he purchased the 1212 .
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. Red Fox Road building approximately a year ago with thc idea that it would be a mini-
development project He notcd the B-4 Zone consists of nine buildings with three
property owners and the B-4 Zone was really an odd category for this part of the City.
He indicated there was no retail in this B-4 Zone. Hc stated the retailers did not see this
arca of the City as a viable retail location and he agreed with that assessment He noted
this area was an area for professional services. With the exception of the Civic Center
Disl1ict and the R-I District, the City Code did not provide for higher education use in
any other part of the City. He stated what they had in the marketplace right now was a
tremendous opportunity to serve educational needs. He noted,?9ugational services were a
huge industry and it was scrving a need for post-secondary education and masters
programs. He stated this was a need that was totally ullder~~Fed, particularly in Arden
Hills. He stated this building would fullill one 0[,,1I1e g()al~of the B-4 zoning as a
transition to retail and the building would ultiillatel)l be upgr~ged and look like a
professional office facility. Hc noted the building was a 30-ye'a!:io1d office huilding
which was obsolete and needed to be rcnovated both inside and ouiSfdc. He stated he
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wanted to make that this was an attractivc facility and a quality developl):i'~!)t;v'He stated
the passport to compcte in the global economy was through education ana"l:l1e reason he
purchased this property was because it was unique among the othcr nine bbildings as well
as the availability of 100 parking spaces. He noted all of the other buildings had very
limited parking. He stated hisjltoposal would be that half of the building would be
occupied by traditional office spa2eian4tl1"",~ther half would h,e occupied in the evcnings
and wcckcnds and used as a higher education:"space.
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Vice Chair Zimm~rlll~l1statcd Mr. I5aYj~~'6n's~F~miC)'l1~ development was a very nice
deve1opmenL)ie' aSk",(j;t,if the institll!ion Mr. Davidson was considering was an
accredited institlltion, or\VaS it a business!nto provide adult opportunities. Mr. Davidson
responded the instHlltion was accredited, btt!"tllcy would provide adult opportunities also.
He indicated he wag'f\qttIyil1gt') hide \Vhothe tcnant would be, but that potential tenant
had reguestedJheir nauies notbe diseID.s~dat this timc,
Vicc Chair Zimmerman ask?dif l'ylr. Davidson would be amcnable that this application
be .a special use instead of a pcrll1ittcd use, He stated if this was a special use, any other
higher education facility WOl\ld need to obtain City permission. Mr. Davidson stated a
pennitted use would be more favorahle, but given the concerns he had heard he
understoQd' ,that a special use was probably the vehicle to get this pennitted, so he was not
in objcctiofrlo this request.
Gary Lidstone, 1624 Plott Place, Eagan, statcd he was the manager of onc of the adjacent
propel1ies, 1275 Red Fox Road. He noted with a school situation there was a lot of
transient parking and he had a concern about overflow parking extending into their lot
He stated in schools there 'vas also students "hanging around" outside the school, which
he did not believe was appropriate for an office area. He asked how this would be
controlled. Mr. Davidson replied with rcspect to the parking issue, he could not imagine
the students would walk down to the 1275 building and they did have enough parking for
. the entire building. He noted the day time tenant would bc gone at 5:00 p,m., which
would free up the parking in his lot. He stated there would be a lunchlbreak room in the
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facility wherc students could socialize. He uoted the students coming to this building .
would be professional adults and this would not be a school where there would be a lot of
young adults who had a tendency to socialize in parking lots.
Viee Chair Zimmerman closed the public hearing at 8:52 p.m.
Commissioner Larson stated currently in a multi-tenant building they had different levels
of parking criteria. He asked if a use is permitted was there an evaluation done of that
building? He noted if they made this an entire use, the entir," space could be converted
and overwhelm the parking. Mr. Lehnhoff responded that wasa possibility.
Commissioner McClung statcd Mr. Davidson's AT)chorl?1l1lk facility was a nice
development. He stated he had major conccrns:ffl,bout expanding a permitted use that
potentially might take any land off the tax ba.~m'H," expressedconcem with the B-4
zoning not fitting what businesses have migFilted to at this stretch ofland. He stated he
was concerned about drawing pcop1c intotnl~:~rea that~ight crcate "mischief" in an area
where there were no people after 6:00 p.m. amjr,p.!! the \V~~kends right now. He stated he
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was opposed to doing anything in a section that WPl-llclClpenihe City (0 more institutional
land.
V ice Chair Zimmerman noted since one of their optiortS'~&ya~,to allow this as a special
use, it would allow thc City some control over what w()'~Id>be developed in this B-4
Zone. Commissioner McClung stated he still hadlln overti'ding concern about how they .
were dealing with thisijlrespect to the entire City.
Commissioner Thompson Ihoved, seconded by Commissioner Modesette to approve
Planning CaseN;Q, 06-015; Zoning Ordinance addition to allow higher and special
education as a speCililllseintheB-4 Zone,
Commissioner Larson stated he would be voting against this motion and he agreed with
Commission McClung that the, City had a lot of institutional property and an educational
use in this area he did not belii;v," was prudent .
Commissioner Modesette noted the redevelopment of that particular area (0 this type of
use could draw the retail into the area,
The motion to rceommcnd approval the Ordina.nce amendment to pelmit higher
education and special education as special uses in the B-4 Zone was approved (4-2
Commissioners Larson and McClung opposed).
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. C. PLANNING CASE #06-016: SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR HIGHER
EDUCATION AT 1212 RED FOX ROAD; 1212 LLC
Mr. Lehnhoff stated the applicant was requesting a Special Use Permit for Higher
Education and Special Education in the B-4 Zone. He noted this application is contingcnt
upon approval of Planning Case #06~0 IS, which was a request to allow higher education
and special education as a permitted use in the B-4 Zone. He stated at staff s
recommendation, the applicant has submitted this application for a Special Use Permit if
Planning Case 06-0 15 to add higher and special education is'designated a special use
instead of a permitted use, Staff recommended approval of the Special Use Pelmit based
on the findings of fact and subject to the following conditions.:
L The building shall not exceed its maximum"pccupancy at311y time.
2. Constmction shall not begin without the appropriate pemlits.
3. Any outdoor signagc shall rcquirc anaPPl'oved sign permit.
4. If thc parking lot is tillable to accg!Iim8~ate the.,!?,arking nccds ofthebuilding, the
applicant shall increase the number o:f'.'p~[king,~t:J.!1S to meet the City's parking
requirements through the site plan reviev,i'Pr9;,ceii;.
Commissioner Larson noted the occupant load for 7 ,5Q~"square feet could far cxceed the
number of parking spaces. He stated sinse they did notkrjR~,tpe numher of classrooms,
the layout, etc., approving a Special UsePennit for this se~:ftied premature. He stated if
. they assumed 100 parking spaces could handle 7,500 square feet of student space, this
was a judgment he willing to make,
Vice Chair could sct thc occupancy load as part of the
conditions. they state that all parking nceds nccdcd to be
rctained on site.
Commissioner there also be common space in the building and it
was not hard for her to 80 studcnts would be all that could be accommodated
in this facility.
Commissioncr McClung asked ifthey were also factoring in thc faculty and support staff
Mr. Lehnhoff responded there would certainly have to be enough parking for the support
stafT also.
Commissioner McClung noted they did not know anything about the tenant that was
being proposed to go in there and he would like to see more of a floor plan before they
approved this.
Vice Chair Zimmennan opened the public hearing at 9:12 p.m.
Vice Chair Zimmerman invited anyone for or against the request to come forward and
make comment.
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Rob Davidson, 3900 Northwoods Drive #125, stated as to the parking he did not have .
any way to monitor the number of students in the building. He indicated this was the
number he had been working with. He agreed the site needed to contain all of the
parking, He stated he would prefer the addition of approval would require parking to be
tied to thc parking lot and not thc number of people in the building. He noted some of the
students could ride share, take puhlic transportation, or ride their bike.
Commissioner McClung stated this was a community with little public transportation and
so they had to assume most people would be driving their o""n vehicles. Mr. Davidson
stated all parking would need to be contained in the parking lot and he did not see how
they could monitor how many students were actually in thebpilding as long as all of the
parking was contained in the building lot.
Vice Chair Zimmennan stated in a situation sUGh'''as.Jhis, they needyd to have definite
answers with respect to parking and they".,peedcd to provide some:requirements for
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Commissioncr Modcsctte noted there was alsoth~"9:Qj}iiy to' expand their parking spaces
by 20 ifnccded. Mr. Davidson stated thcrc was aj~8m~lJite a bit of parking within a short
distance of his building that wercnotzeing used aftef'~':RO,p.m and he would be willing
to talk to the surrounding building(jwile8~:t"q, see jf he cduldalTange a parking agreemcnt
with one of those owners. ";..",1./.,,,,';,,;
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Commissioner MeCIllng stated he wasno{ m with contacting surrounding .
property owners for additional parking.
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Comm issioner Thompson stated she woulc!111j~c to see the proof of parking in the event it
was needed, She asked jf this should be ta13'1ed for further information, or make this as a
condition,)vlr. Lehnhoff responded thisG6uld go either way.
Mr. Davidson stated hc was not even sure he needed additional parking, but ifhe did, he
would get proof of parking. Commissioner Larson noted they had not seen any
assurances from the lessee that that was what their occupant load was going to 'be, He
stated he did not believe they knew enough about the tcnant coming in here and he would
SUPP011 faBling this matter.
Commissionerll.lezdieek stated if peak enrollment at the tenant's institution exceeded 80
that Mr. Davidson could certify to the City that they had reached peak occupancy and
then when that peak enroI1ment was rcached, a proof of parking could be obtained at that
time.
Vice Chair Zimmennan stated they could make a condition that at this time they would
limit the studcnts to 80 and if the enroI1ment would exceed 80, they would need to obtain
proof of parking and subject to City review.
Vice Chair Zimmennan closed the public hearing at 9:26 p.m. .
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. Commissioner Bezdicck moved, seconded by Vice Chair Zimmerman, to approve
Plmming Case No. 06-016, Special Usc Pelmit for Higher and Special Education for
1212 Red Fox Road based on the findings of fact and subject to the rour conditions as
outlined in staff s rcport dated April 20, 2006 and adding a condition that if enrollment
exceeds the estimated 80 studcnts that additional proof of parking at the ratio of 1 parking
space per additional student be provided to City staff subject to City review.
The motion to recommcnd approval of the special use higher and special
education at 1212 Red Fox was approvcd (4-2 and McClung
opposed) ,
UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS
None.
REPORTS
A. Planning Commissioners
None.
B. Staff
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None.
e. Council Melllber
Grant updated on reccnt City Council actions.
AD.IO URNMENT
moved, sccondcd by Vice Chair Zimmerman to adjourn the
motion carried unanimously (6-0).
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: May 22, 2006 PC Agenda Item 3.A
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: James Lehnhoff; City Planner
SUBJECT: PC #: 06-017
Leonard Gallus
) ) 04 Amble Drive
Site Plan Review
Requested Action
The applicant has requested a site plan review to construct a six foot high fence in the front yard
area along Lexington A venue and near the comer of Lexington A venue and Amble Drive.
. Background
1. Overview of Request:
The applicant's property, 1104 Amble Drive, is located at the southwestern comer of Amble
Drive and Lexington Avenue. The front of the house faces north toward Amble Drive and
the eastern side of the house is adjacent to Lexington A venue. To increase privacy and
decrease noise from Lexington A venue, the applicant is proposing to construct an
approximately 130 foot, six foot high, 100 percent opaque fence along the eastern side ofthc
property facing Lexington Avenue. As the proposed fence approaches the intersection of
Lexington A venuc and Amble drive, the fence would angle into the property and continue an
additional fourteen feet facing Amble Drive.
Although the eastern side of the house that faces Lexington A venue is a de facto side lot, the
Zoning Ordinance requires corner lots to maintain front yard requirements on both frontages
(Scction 2.D.79). While six foot high fences are permitted along side and rear lot lincs,
Section 6,EA of the Zoning Ordinance limits fences in the front yard to no morc than three
feet in height and requires fences to be 30 percent open for light and air.
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Under unusual circumstances, the Zoning Ordinance has a provision to altow dcviations from
. the fence regulation through the site plan review process. Section 6.EA.n of the Zoning
Ordinance states:
Deviations from [the] requirements for fences, walls, and landscape screening may be
permitted after Planning COJnmission review and Council approval of a site plan with
documentation showing the unusual circumstances justifying the proposed deviation
and plans for the proposed fence, wall, or landscape screening. This provision is
intcnded to allow flexibility in meeting the purpose and intent of this paragraph 4
without the necessity of providing a hardship as is rcquircd in the variance proccdurc.
The objective of this provision is to improve the livability, appearance and security of
properties and their relationships to one another.
Additional Background Information:
On May 3 I st, 2005, the City Council approved a requcst from thc applicant to vacatc the tcn
foot wide pedestrian right-of-way that extended along the entire eastern side of 1104 Amble
Drive. The City rctained the northern twenty feet and the eastern two feet of the pedestrian
right-of-way. The proposed fence would extend into the vacated right-of-way that is now
part of the applicant's property.
There was a fence cxtending from the southeastern comer of the dwelling to the rear lot line;
however, that fence was removed with the intent of constructing the larger fence proposed in
. this application. The old fence would have been considered a legal, non-confonning
structure.
2. Surrounding Area:
Existing Land Use
North Low Density Residential R-I: Single Family Residential Single Family Residential
South Low Density Residential l{-l: Single Family Residential Single ramily Residential
East Lexington A venue Right-of,Way Single Family Residential
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3. Site Data:
Future,Land' Use. Plan: Low Density Residential
Existing Land Use: Single family Rcsidenrial
ZOning: R-I: Single Family Residential
Size: .37 acres (16,117)
Topography: The property is mostly flat with just a slight decrease in elevation from Lexington
A venue.
Plan Evaluation: Ordinances
I. Applicable I-ence Regulations (Section 6,1-:.4)
b. Height ofFcnees, Solid Walls, and Hedges in Front yards - Section 6.E.4.b
Regulation: Fences, solid walls. and hedges in excess of thirty-six (36) inches in height
in the minimum front yard building setback arca arc prohibited in all R-I and R-2
Residential Districts.
proposal: Thc proposed fencc would be six feet in height and located in the front yard
setback arca on Ihe northcm and eastern sidc of the property. The fence is proposed to
extend approximately 130 feet from the rear lot line to the front lot line where it will
angle into the portion of the front yard facing Amble Drive. The portion of the fence
liKing Amble Drive would be approximately fourteen feet long. .
c. Openness ofFence - Section 6.EA.e
Regulation: All fences shall be at least thirty (30) percent opcn for passage of light and
air, except screening for mechanical equipment.
proposal: Thc proposed fence would be 100 percent opaque. According to the applicant,
this will help rcduce noise and increase privacy.
f. Direction ofFence Facing - Section 6.E.4.f
B,,,gulation: Thc side of the fence considered to be the face (facing as applied to fence
posts) shall facc toward adjoining property.
ProPQsal: The proposed tence meets this requirement. The face of the fence will face
toward Lexington Avenue and toward Amble Drive.
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g, Fcnces in Public Rights-of-way - Section 6.EA.g
. Regulation: No fence, wall or hedge may be placed in a public right-of-way.
ProjJosal: The proposed fence will be located outside of the public right-of-way. The
fence in the front yard facing Amble Road will angle into the front yard in order to stay
outside of tbe northcrn 20 foot right-of-way scction that the City rctaincd from thc
vacation, The proposed plants on the Lexington Avenue side of the fence would be
located outside of the right-of-way. A large bush that was screening the stop sign and is
marked for removal on the site plan has already been removed,
L Traffic Visibility - Section 6,EAJ
Regulation: On all loIs, nothing shall be placed or allowed to grow in such a manner as
to materially impede vision between a height of two and one-half (2-1/2) and ten (10) ket
above the center line grade of any adjacent street if within fifteen (IS) feet of any
intersection traveled roadway.
Proposal: The fence will be more than fifteen ket from the edge of the intcrsection. At
its closest, the fence will be approximately 24 feet from the edge of Amble Drive. The
distance from the fence to Lexington Avcnue has not yet been determined. The applicant
is currently working to dctenninc thc location of high voltage electric lines located under
the former pedestrian right-of-way, The fence will be at least 16 fcet and as many as 25
feet from Lexington A venue depending on the location of the underground c1cctric lines.
. A copy of this proposal was submitted to Ramsey County; however, no response was
receivcd.
2, Special Use Permit Evaluation
Section 8.D.3.b of the Arden Hills Zoning Ordinance lists the critcria for evaluating a Special
Use Permit, which is also used for site plan reviews. The Planning Commission and City
Council shall consider the effect of the proposed use upon the health, safety, convenrence and
gcncral welfare of the owners and occupants of the surrounding land, in particular, and the
community as a wholc, in gcncraL including but not Iimitcd to the following factors:
1. Existing and anticipated tralllc and parking conditions;
2. Noise, glare, odors, vibrdtion, smoke, dust, air pollution, heat, liquid or solid wastc,
and other nuisance characteristics;
3. Drainage;
4. Population density;
5. Visual and land use compatibility with uscs and structures on sUITounding land;
6. Adjoining land valucs;
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7. Park dedications where applicable; and the
8. Orderly development of the neighborhood and the City within the general purposc
and intent of this ordinancc and the Comprehcnsivc Development Plan for the City, .
Findings of Fact
Staff offcrs the following eight findings of f'lct:
L The proposed use will not affect parking conditions and is unlikely to affect traffic
flow in the surrounding arca,
2. The proposed use will not produce any additional noise, glare, odors, vibration,
smokc, dust, air pollution, heat, liquid or solid waste, or any othcr nuisance
characte.istics. However, the fCnce is likely to reduce noise, glare, dust, and other
nuisances for the subject property.
~ The proposed use will not affect drainage.
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4. The proposed use will not affect the population density of the neighborhood.
5. The proposed usc is compatible with adjacent propertics and other properties along
Lexington A venue. Many properties along Lcxington A venue between Highway 96
and Amble Drive already have a privacy fence. The fence on the subject property
would be similar in style and height to the other fences along Lexington A venue. The
othcr fences along Lexington A venue are also 100 percent opaque. It is unlikely thc
fence would havc any negativc impact on neighboring properties or the City.
6. Thc park dedication fee does not apply.
7. If the City finds that there arc unusual circumstances in this particular application, .
then the proposed use is in conl<mnance with thc rcquirements of the Zoning
Ordinance. The Comprehensive Developmcnt Plan does not comment on fences.
8. The fence will likely increase the livability and security of the applicant's property
without disrupting the adjacent properties or travclcrs on Lexington Avenuc, Based
on the facts of this casc, it is determincd that unusual circumstances do exist that may
warrant the proposed deviations from the fence rcgulations based on the f<lllowing:
a. High traffic levels on Lexington A venue create unusually high noise and
reduce privacy compared to most other residential properties in the
neighborhood and City. The proposed fence would increase privacy and help
to reduce some noise;
b. The front yard requirements apply to two sides of the lot, which significantly
reduces the ability to reduce noise and increase privacy with a fence; and,
c. The fences on the other residential propel1ies along Lcxington A venue are
located in the rear yard where a six foot high fence is permitted. Only one
other propcrty, which is located across the street at 1105 Amble Drive, is in
comparable situation to the applicant's property,
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In order to approvc deviations from the fence regulations, Section 6,E.4,n states that the Planning
Commission and City Council must lind that unusual circumstances do cxist An unusual
. circumstance is a lower standard than a hardship, which is required for a variance, For example,
it is not necessary to prove that no reasonable use of the property exists without the granting of
the site plan revicw.
Resident Comments
Staff has not received any letters, e-mails, or telephone calls from property owners or occupants
in regard to this planning case, However, site plan reviews are not public hearings and do not
require public notice.
Staff Recommendation
Bascd on the submitted plans and lindings of lact, Staff recommends approval of Planning Case
1106-017 I()r the Sitc Plan Review for the six foot high fence in thc front yard, Staff rccommends
the following four conditions included with the approval:
I. Thc project shall be completed in accordance with the plans submitted. Any significant
changes to these plans, as determined by the City Planncr, shall rcquire review and
approval by the Planning Commission.
2. The applicant shall keep the fence maintained and promptly repaired if any damagc
. occurs to the fence, including graffiti.
~ The applicant shall maintain thc vegetation on the Lexington A venue sjde of the lence.
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4, ']be applicant shall locatc thc utili tics near the proposed fence before tbe fence permit is
issued, Thc applicant shall comply with any sctbaeks set by the utility company,
5. The fence shall not cncroach on the public right-of-way. The lot lines shall be located
prior to thc issuance of the lence permit.
6. The fence shall not infringe on the lines of sight lor Lexington ^ vcnuc and Amble Drive,
The fence permit shall be subject to approval by Ramsey County to ensure that the lines
of sight are protected.
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Options
I. Recommend approval as submitted.
2, Recommend approval with conditions.
3. Recommend denial with reasons for deniaL If the City denies the petitioners request, "... it
must state in writing the reasons for the denial at the time it denics thc rcquesL"
4. Table for additional infonnation.
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Deadline for Al!encv Actions
The City of Arden Hills rcceived the completed application for this rcqucst on May 8, 2006. .
Pursuant to Minnesota State Statue, the City must act on this rcquest by July 8, 2006 (60 days),
unless the city provides the petitioner with written reasons for and additional 60 day review
period. The City may, with the conscnt of the applicant, extend the review period beyond the
initial 120 days.
Attachments
3A-I Application and supporting materials from the applicant
3A-2 Air photo and photographs ofthc site
3A-3 Survcy and drawings from the applicant
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Attachment 3A -1
Application and Supporting Materials
from the Applicant
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~~HILLS Planning Case No. 06-0
. Submittal Date fI~
1245 West Highway 96 Application Accepted By
Arden Hills, Minnesota 55112 Receipt Number ---
Telephone (651) 634-5120 Council Decision
Fax (651) 634-4137 Council Decision Date
www.ci.arden-hills.mn.us
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2006 LAND USE APPLICATION
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Applicant Information
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Telephone No.: .J";>~\ - I:> S 3' ~ 5 ~ ifO-
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Property Information
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Current Zoning: ({-[
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Type of Use: Y ,'1;; Ie -fC.;... ,'/'7 r~/ck/1-1t '4/___
Property Acreage: u'>7
Bpe of Request' . Applicants are responsible for
reimbursement of consultant
Apportionment of Assessments ($30) fees associated with filing.
o Comprehensive Plan Amendment ($300) reviewing, and processing of
o Final Plat (including in Preliminary Pial) this application. Such fees are to
o Minor Subdivision (lot split/consolidation) ($300) be paid in escrow up front or
o Planned Unit Development ($600 + escrow) upon receipt of statement from
o Preliminary Plat ($400 + $25 per lot + escrow) the City of Arden Hills. Fees
include costs for consultants
o Rezoning ($300) relained by the City and include
~ Site Plan Review ($400) consultant planning services,
o Special Use Permit or Amended Special Use Permit ($300) attorney, and engineer.
o Vacation of Easement ($250 + escrow) Payment of park dedication
o Variance (Sign Ordinance) ($250) fees, established by City
Ordinance, are required with
. 0 Variance (Zoning Ordinance) ($250) certain procedures.
o Zoning Ordinance Amendment ($300 + escrow)
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Brief Description of Request (ptease also inctude a detailed letter explaining the proiect):
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1 would like to be granted permission to have a 6' high privacy fence built in areas of my
property that are not in conformance city regulations, Please see attached plan drawing lor
details.
1 am requesting this in an effort to gain better privacy (noise and visual) in my yard. This home
was built very close to Lexington Ave., & thc fence would help make the property morc livable,
With the fence setbacks a.<; shown, there would be more than adequate visibility to the street. 1
can see my only other option, (to be compliant) as having another privacy hedge at thc sidewalk
edge on Lexington, and 15' off Amble Drive, but this would not give as much visual or noise
privacy,
FilinQ R~Quirements and Payment of Fees
The City requests that you make a pre'application meeting with the City Planner to discuss the
application process, requirements, and deadlines. The undersigned acknowledges that she/he
understands that before this request can be considered, all required information and fees (including all
deposits) must be paid to the City in advance. If additional fees are required to cover costs incurred by
the City. the City ptanner has the right to require additional payment from one or more of the
undersigned, who shall be jointly liable for such fees. Such expenses may include (but are not limited to)
direct city payroll and overhead costs, fees paid to consultants and other professionals, and the cost of .
printing, mailing, and supplies. The City may withhold final action on a land use application and/or
rescind prior action until all miscellaneous fees have been paid. Applicants are advised that an escrow
deposit is required at the time of the submittal of the Land Use Application to offset costs associate<:! with
the proposed project
Required Submittal Information
The City of Arden Hills requires the following submittats for all Land Use Applications:
+ A certified land survey.
+ Site plan(s) (for all development projects).
+ Five (5) large scale copies, folded in sets no larger than 8 y," x 14" with the print side facing out,
+ Fifty (50) copies of 11"x1T reductions of ALL PLANS MUST BE 3-HOLE PUNCHED AND Z,
FOLDED,
+ Mailing labels of all properties within 350 feet of the property (this information may be obtained from
Ramsey County).
True and accurate representation of the requirements outlined in the procedural form for the specified
type of request is the responsibility of the applicant
Complete/Incomplete Applications
An incomplete application will delay the processing of land use requests. The application approval time
commences and an application is considered officially filed when the City Planner has received and
examined the application and determined that the application is complete. A decision on whelher the
application is complete or incomplete shall be made within fifteen (15) days following the submittal of the .
application. When the application is deemed to be "complete" it shall be placed on the agenda of the first
possible Ptanning Commission meeting occurring at least thirty (30) days from the date of official
submission of the application.
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Notice of Meetinq Attendance
In order for the Planning Commission and the City Council to consider any application, the applicant or a
. designated representative must be present at the scheduled meeting. If not, the matter will be tabled until
the next available agenda.
Aqenda Deadline and Meetinq Schedule
The deadline for submittal of land use applications is required according to the schedule outlined below.
There are no exceptions. All Planning Commission meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each
month at 7:00 PM. City Council meetings are held the last Monday of the same month at 7:00 PM.
Meetings are held in the Council Chambers at the City of Arden Hills, 1245 West Highway 96, Arden Hills.
Minnesota 55112, unless otherwise stated. Applicants are advised that additional meetings and/or
workshops are scheduled when necessary upon approval of the Planning Commission.
2006 SCHEDULE (*subject to change)
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TENTATIVE
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
APPLICATION DATE*
DEADLINE (Generally held on
DATE* last Monda at 7:00 .m.
December 5 (200~
-~ January 3 Februar 27
February 6:
March 6
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December 6 December 11
Janua 3 (2007) Janua 29 (200ZL_
Acknowledqement and Siqnature
I acknowl that I have read all of the information listed in the City of Arden Hills Land Use Application
and fu un erstand that I am responsible for all costs incurred by the City related to the processing of
this pI' tion.
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!iPPlicant Signature Date
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Please contact the City Planner at (651) 634-5134 if you have any questions regarding your application.
. Additional copies of this application form are available on the City's website:
httDj/WWW. ci.arden-hiffs. mil. uslDeoaJtments/Communitv DeveloomentlPlannina/DlanniflQJ9ilJls. htT!!.
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Air Photo Map and
Photographs of the Site
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MEMOR>\NDUI\I
HATE: May 22, 2006 PC Agcnda Item 3.B
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: James LelmholT, City Planner
SUBJECT: PC #: 06-018
1212 LLC (Rob Davidson)
1212 Red Fox Road
Site Plan Review
Requested Action
The applicant has rcquested a site plan review to modify the cxtcriorofthc cxisting building at 1212
Rcd Fox Road in the 8-4 Zone~
. Backl!round
1, Overview of Request:
Section 5J.l of the Zoning Ordinance rcquircs a site plan review for new construction,
modi II cation of an existing building's exterior. or modilication of a site in the B-4 Zone. TIle
applicant is proposing to upgrade the exterior of the existing 20,000 square foot building at 1212
Red Fox Road, Thc current cxterior of thc building is a painted tan brick
The applicant has submitted a letter explaining the proposed exterior modifications to 1212 Red
Fox Road. In sum, the applicant is proposing to:
. Replace all of the windows and doors on the building;
. Add windows to the south and west faces orthe building:
. Rcpaint the west and south faces of the building:
. Replace the north and east races with a stone-like base and stucco;
. Construct brick and metal canopies: and,
. Re-stripe the parking lot
A rendition of the proposed modifications is allached (Attachment 3B,2),
The parking lot, structure coverage, and overall impervious covcrage will not changc.
City of Arden Hi/Is
Planning Commission /!'-feering/vr June 7, 2006
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Please note that this application focuses exclusively on the proposed modifications to the exterior .
of the building and not on the proposed use. The special usc pennit lor higher education and
special education was approved at the May 22, 2006, City Council meeting.
2. Surrounding Area:
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South Industrial I B-4: Retail Center District OrficelWarehouse
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East Industrial i B-4: Retail Center District I Office/Commercial
Wcst Industrial __ __J---j--Flex -_~_~-_r=~-= Waterto~~_ _~
3. Site Data:
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Existing Land USe; ()ffice/warehousing ..._
Zoning: B:..4:...~tail Center District
Lot Size: 1.95 acres
Topogra.Phy: !he prope.1y is flaL .__...,__._,._,
Plan Evaluation: Ordinances .
There is not a specilic sct of criteria in the Zoning Ordinance for evaluating proposed modifications
to the exterior of buildings in the B-4 Zone; howcver, there arc gcncral statcments that help guide the
evaluation. The applicable portions of the Zoning Ordinance and Special Use Pennit review process
are provided below to help guide the evaluation of thc proposed exterior modifications. Particularly
relevant statemcnts are italicized.
1. Purpose of the 8-4 Zone Development - Section S.D.9.d
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Thc pU'l'ose of the 8-4 Zone as defined in the Zoning Ordinance provides some design guidance
for buildings in the B-4 Zone. Sect,on 5,0.9 states that the purpose of the 13-4: Retail Center
District is:
a, To mect retail shopping needs of the surrounding community by providing a district that will
accomlnodate a wide range of retail goods and services.
b. To promote business prosperity by creating an attractive and functional rctail ccntcr.
c. To provide an integrated retail trade center that groups compatible retail uses in one or more
multiple-occupancy buildings, Free standing, s,ngle-occupancy buildings will be allowed if
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planned and constructed as pari of a unified development that contains a retail center or is
developed ancr such a retail center is dcvelopcd.
. d. To produce a posilll.'e visual image by establishing a high standard qlJesign and
development.
e. To allow transitional uses that will allow an orderly phasing out of cxisting uses and
development that arc nol appropriate in a contemporary retail center and a phasing in of uses
and developrncnt as wan'anted by markct conditions.
f To encourage grouping of uses that are mutually supportive and have similar rcquirements
for vehicular and pedestrian accessibility and exposure.
g. To alleviatc potential traffic congcstion on local streets by the design of the circulation
pattern and arrangement of lIses.
h To implement that part of the Arden Hills Comprehensive Plan known as the Lexington
A venue Business Area Plan.
2, Building Exteriors, Site Features, and Site Development - Section 5,.1,('
The special requiremcnts for the 8-4 Retail Ccntcr District inelude thc following dcsign
guidelines:
Accomplishing the stated purpose ofthc B-4 District requires pal1icular conccm for the
design of buildings, site features (such as landscaping, lighting and signage) and site design.
The arrangement, geomet,y, massing. maler/uf\' and colors' shall he n.:".\flOnsil'c 10 existing
buildings, sitefeatures and sire design on w!joining properties. The City Council \vilI make
the final detemlination on the cOlnpalihility and consistency with this provision.
.
], SpeciallJse Permit - Sectioll 8,D.3.b
Section ;~LD.3.b oClhe Arden HiHs Zoning Ordinance iists the criteria for evaluatjng a Special
Use Permit, which is also used lex site plan revicws. The Planning Commission and City
Council shall consider the eft;'cl ofthc proposed use upon the health, sakty, convenience and
general welbre of the owners and occupants of the surrounding land, in particular. and the
conuTlunity as a whole, in general, including but not limited to the following lac tors:
I. Existing and anticipatcd traffic and parking conditions;
2, Noise, glarc, odors. vibration, smokc, dust. air pollution. heat. liquid or solid wastc,
and other nuisance characteristics;
3, Drainage;
4. Population density;
5. Visual and land use compatihili(v lvi/II uses and Slructures 011 surrounding land;
adjoining hllld values:
6. Park dcdications wherc applicable; amI the
7, Orderly development of the neighborhood and the City within the gcneraJ purpose
and intent of this ordinance and the Comprehensive Development Plan for the City.
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Findinl!s of Fact
Thc Planning Commission must make findings as to whether or not the proposed modifications to .
1212 Red Fox Road produce a positive visual image with thc proposcd design. Staff offers the
toJlo\vlng fIndings for consideration:
On the Purpose ol/he B-4 Zone:
1. Thc proposed exterior modifications to 1212 Red Fox Road will create a more decorative
building than mosl of the other buildings in the B-4 Zone, Although the other buildings in
the B-4 70ne have fewcr architectural features, the proposed modilications will likely
increase thc visual image of the Rcd Fox Road and Dunlap A venue intersection. The office
buildings in the neighboring I-Flex Zone are higher end oflice buildings and will be
compatiblc with the proposed modifications,
On the Design Requirements oflhe H-4 Lone:
2. Since the size of the building and arrangement on the lot is not changing, the mass, geometry,
and arrangement of the site will not change. The proposed color and matcrials arc different
than othcr buildings in the B-4 Zone and adjoining properties; bowever, they are not
incompatible Most of the buildings in the B-4 Zone are standard brick buildings, most of
which arc tan in color, with very little dccoration and few architectural enhancemcnts.
On the Special Use Permit Evaluation Criteria:
3, The proposed use will not aflect parking conditions or traffic.
4. The proposed use will not produce any permanent additional noise, glare, odors, vibration,
smoke. dust air pollution, heal, liquid or solid waste, or any other nuisance charactcrislics. .
There may be temporary' dust or odors during construction.
5. Thc proposed use will not affect drainage.
6, The proposed use willnol affect the population density of the neighborhood.
7. Thc proposed exterior modifications to 1212 Rcd Fox Building willlikeJy have a neutral or
positive impact on adjoining properties. Overali, the proposed modifications wili be
compatible with other buildings in the arca. The l2 1 2 Red Fox Road building will act as a
transition betwccn the standard brick buildings on Dunlap A venuc and the relatively more
upscale buildings on Red Fox Road,
8 The park dedication tcc does not apply to this project.
9. The proposed modiJieations are in conformance with thc reqnirements of thc Zonin&
Ordinance, Thc proposed modifications arc not in connict with the Comprehcnsive
Development Plan.
Resident Comments
Staff has not rcccived any letters. e,mails, or telephone calls from' property owners or occupants in
regard to this planmng case However, site plan rcviews do not require a public hcaring or public
notice.
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Planning Commission .Hei'lingfm .IlEne 7, 2006
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Staff Recommendation
. Based on the submitted plans and findings of fact, Staff rccommcnds approval of Planning Case 1106-
018 for the Site Plan Review to modify the exterior of 1212 Red Fox Road, Staff recommends the
following four conditions bc included with the approval:
L The project shall be completed in accordance with the plans submitted. Any significant
changes to these plans, as determined by the City Planner, shall require review and approval
by the Planning Commission.
2. The applicant shall obtain the necessary building permits bc[ore beginning any modifications
to the exterior o[ the structure,
3. Signage shall comply with the Sign Code. Signage shall not bc installed without an approvcd
sign penniL
4. Lighting shall confonn to the requirements in Scction 6.E.3 o[ the Zoning Ordinances.
Lighting shall be directed away [rom adjacent properties, hooded, and not cast light that
exceeds a meter reading o[ one foot candle on the travcl lanes of adjoining public strccts or .4
foot candles on adjoining residential property.
Options
L Recommend approval as submitted.
2. Recommend approval with conditions.
3. Recommeud denial with reasons for denial. If the City denies the petitioners rcquest, " ..it must
state in writing the rcasons for the denial at the time it denics the rcquesL"
. 4. Table for additional infomlalion.
Deadline for A~encv Actions
The City of Arden Hills reeeivcd the completed application for this request on May 24, 2006.
Pursuant to Minnesota State Statue, the City must act on this request by July 24, 2006 (60 days),
unless the city provides the petitioncr with written reasons [or and additional 60 day revicw period,
The City may, with thc consent of the applicant, extend the review pcriod beyond the initial 120
days.
Attachments
3B-l Application and statement [rom the applicaut
3B-2 Air photo and photographs of the site
3B-3 Building rendition
Cily of Arden Hills
Planning Commission kfecfingfor June 7, 2006
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Attachment 3B-l
Application and Statement
from the Applicant
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~!illLS Planning Case No 06
. Submittal Date J'L--
1245 West Highway 96 ApplicatIon Accepted By /f
Arden Hills, Minnesota 55112 /
Receipt Number
Telephone (651) 634-5120 Council Decision
Fax (651) 634-4137 Council DeCISion Date
www,ci.arden-hillsmn.us I
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2006 LAND USE APPLICATION
Applicant Information
Applicant: 1212 LLC
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Address 390JLJl.=thwnnns Dr #17S, "Arnpn Hi 11 S_-,.-----MN.--5.5lJ-2___ _
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Telephone No, 651 481 629G----
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Property Information
Property Owner 1212 LLC
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Owner Address 3900 Northwoods Dr. , #1}~'5.c_ Arden Hi 1 Is-, MN 5511 ~
Address of Property Involved: 171 :> Rpd F'nx "A rnpn -RilJ.-s r- MN S'i 11 ')
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'1.;) of Section 2"7, Towuship 30, Range 23, ac::ording to the 'L_LS (_Jove:illI1Jcnt SUT"'2\- "L.'1:.::;re:_,[
Property ID No, R:uuscy COllnty ,1'viinnesouL
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Current Zoning:
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Type of Use Office/warehouse
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Property Acreage: 1,95
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ape of Request' 'Applicants are responsible for
reimbursement of consultant
Apportionment of Assessments ($30) fees associated wrth filing.
o Comprehensive Plan Amendment ($300) reviewing. and processing of
o Final Plat (including in Preliminary Plat) this applicatlon~ Such fees are to
o Minor Subdivision (lot split/consolidation) ($300) be paid in escrow up front or
o Planned Unit Development ($600 + escrow) upon receipt of statement from
o Preliminary Plat ($400 + $25 per lot + escrow) the City of Arden Hills, Fees
include costs for consultants
o ReZOning ($300) retained by the City and include
B Site Plan Review ($400) consultant planning services.
SpeCial Use Permit or Amended Special Use PermIT ($300) attorney> and engineeL
o Vacation of Easement ($250 + escrow) Payment of park dedication
o Variance (Sign Ordinance) ($250) fees, established by City
Ordinance, are required with
o Variance (Zoning Ordinance) ($250) certain procedures
o Zonrng Ordinance Amendment ($300 . escrow)
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Brief Description of Request (please also include a detailed letter explaininQ the proiect)
See attached .
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FilinQ Requirements and Payment of Fees
The City requests that you make a pre-application meeting with the City Planner to discuss the
application process. requirements, and deadlines The undersigned acknowledges that she/he
understands that before this request can be considered, all required information and fees (induding all
deposits) must be paid to the City in advance, If additional fees are required to cover costs incurred by
the City, the City Planner has the right to require additional payment from one or more of the
undersigned. who shall be jOintly liable for such fees, Such expenses may include (but are not limited to)
direct city payroll and overhead costs, fees paid to consullants and other professionals, and the cost of
printing, mailing, and supplies The City may withhold final action on a land use application and/or .
rescind prior action until all miscellaneous fees have been paid_ Applicants are adv;sed that an escrow
deposit is required at the time of the submittal of the land Use Application to offset costs associated with
the proposed project
Required Submittal Information
The City of Arden Hills requires the following submittals for all land Use Applications:
. A certified land sUlvey~
. Site plan(s) (for all development projects).
. Five (5) large scale copies, folded in sets no larger than 8 y,- x 14" with the print side facing out,
. Fifty (50) copies of 11"x1l" reductions of ALL PLANS MUST BE 3-HOlE PUNCHED AND Z-
FOLDED
. Mailing labels of all properties within 350 feet of the property (this information may be obtained from
Ramsey County)
True and accurate representation of the requirements outlined in the procedural form for the specified
type of request is the responsibility of the applicant
Completeflncomplete Applications
An incomplete application will delay the processing of land use requests. The application approval time
commences and an application is considered officially filed when the City Planner has received and
examined the application and determined that the application is complete. A decision on whether the
application is complete or incomplete shall be made within fifteen (15) days following the submittal of the
application, When the application is deemed to be "complete" it shall be placed on the agenda of the first
possible Planning Commission meeting occurring at least thirty (30) days from the date of official
submission of the application .
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Notice of MeetinQ Attendance
. In order for the Planning Commission and the City Council to consider any application, the applicant or a
designated representative must be present at the scheduled meeting. If not, the matter wjll be tabled until
the next available agenda,
Aqenda Deadline and MeetinQ Schedule
The deadline for submittal of land use applications is required according to the schedule outlined below,
There are no exceptions. All Planning Commission meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each
month at 7:00 PM City Council meetings are held the last Monday of the same month at 7:00 PM
Meetings are held in the Council Chambers at the City of Arden Hills, 1245 West Highway 96, Arden Hills,
Minnesota 55112, unless otherwise stated Applicants are advised that addITional meetings and/or
workshops are scheduled when necessary upon approval of the Planning Commission.
2006 SCHEDULE ('subject to change)
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TENTATIVE TENTATIVE
PLANNING CITY COUNCIL
COMMISSION MEETING
APPLICATION MEETING' DA TE*
DEADLINE (Generally held on (Generally held on
DATE' 1" Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.) last Mondav al.7:001'mL_
December 5{20Q51 January~'L,,_~_ ~ Januarv 30
Januarv 3 Februarv 1 February27 m___ ___
February6~ March 1 March 27
March 6 April 5 AOrll24
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Julv 3 AUQust 2 "Auausl 28
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AcknowledQement and SiQnature
I acknowledge that I have read all of the information listed in the City of Arden Hills Land Use Application
and fully undersla~Sible for all costs incurred by the City related to the processing of
thisap~ ~ s-Is-/o (,
Applicant Signatu re Date
Please contact the Cily Planner at (651) 634-5134 if you have any questions regarding your application,
Additional copies of this application form are available on the City's website:
. http://www.C/.arden-hillgmn_us/DeparlmentsICommunitv DevelopmentlPJanninalDlanninq forms. him
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The property of 1212 Red Fox Road is proposed to be redeveloped from its .
existing use of office/warehouse into space suitable for traditional office use as
well as for higher education and or special education uses.
The exterior concrete block of the building will be repainted on the west and
south faces. The north and east face will have a stone-like base with stucco on the
top two thirds applied to the existing concrete block. The proposed entries will
incorporate brick and metal canopies. All openings of the building
will incorporate new aluminum windows with insulated glass. Windows will be
added to the south and west faces.
The site will remain the same with the exception of restripping the parking lot
for aPfJToximately 100 stalls.
The existing landscaping will be maintained. Plantings will be added along the
Southern perimeter of the building. Site lighting will be enhanced with three (3)
shoe box type lighting poles to be located on the eastern edge of the parking lot
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: May 30, 2006 PC Agenda Item 4.A
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: James Lehnhoff, City Planner
SUBJECT: PC #06-013 - TABLED
Amities Coast, Inc
Phil Littlefield
3204 Orleans Lane
Maple Grove, MN 55369
Preliminary Plat & Variance - 3685 & 3695 New Brighton Road
RCQuested Action
Staff recommends tabling Planning Case #06-013 until the July 5, 2006, Planning Commission
. meeting.
Backl!round
At the May 3m, 2006, meeting, the Planning Commission reviewed a proposal for a preliminary
plat to reconfigure two existing lots at 3685 & 3695 New Brighton Road into four new lots, The
request also included a variance proposal to allow the four lots to share one private driveway to
New Brighton Road and for Lots 2 and 3 to not directly abut the public right-of-way. Upon
reviewing the application, the Planning Commission voted 3-2 to recommend denial of the
preliminary plat and variance to the City Council.
The City Council reviewed Planning Case #06-013 at their May 22nd, 2006, meeting and voted to
table the application at the request of the applicant. In the letter from the representative of the
applicant to the City, the representative stated that a revised plan would be submitted that
conforms to City Ordinances, Since the applicant will be submitting a revised subdivision
proposal, the application has been remanded to the Planning Commission for further review,
City of Arden Hills
Planning Commission Meetingfor June 7, 2006
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Staff Recommendation
Due to the short period between the City Council meeting and the P]alllling Commission .
meeting, the applicant was unable to submit a revised plan in time for the June 7'\ 2006,
Planning Commission meeting, Therefore, in Planning Case #06-0] 3, Staff recommends tabling
the variance and preliminary plat until the July 5, 2006, meeting,
If the applicant or a representative for the applicant is not present, Staff recommends against
discussing the application.
Deadline for A2encv Actions
The City of Arden Hills received the completed application for this request on April 10, 2006.
Pursuant to Millllesota State Statute, the City must act on this request by June 10, 2006 (60 days),
unless the City provides the petitioner with written reasons for an additional 60 day review
period, The City has informed the applicant that the City has extended the deadline an additional
sixty days. The City must now take action no later than August 10, 2006. Additional extensions
will require consent from the applicant.
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Planning Commission MeeJingfor June 7, 2006
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: May 30, 2006 PC Agenda Item 4.B
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: James Lehnhoff, City Planner
SUBJECT: PC #: 06-014
Updated Sign Code
Background
In 1997, a lawyer from Georgia, working with various sign companies, began a search lor
locations to constmct ncw billboards, some as big as live to seven story buildings. Many cities
do not permit ncw billboards, which is the case in Arden Hills, or permit billboards of that size.
Despite the rcstrictions on billboards, the lawyer would apply for the sign permit with the
expectation of a denial. Once denied, the lawyer would file a lawsuit against thc controlling
. governmcnt unit, often a city, claiming that the sign rcgulations arc unconstitutional and,
conscquently, the sign regulations should bc deemed unenforceable. If the sign regulations are
deemed unconstitutional and unenforceable, the city may be obligated to approve the billboards
or come to some sort of negotiatcd scttlcment.
Although the results of thc lawsuits have been mixed, the sign regulations in some cities and
counties have been deemed unconstitutional because sign content was inadvertently regulated.
Without going into great legal detail, a city cannot regulate the content of a sign and, generally
speaking, cannot show preferential treatment toward signs based on content. Basically, a city
cannot tcll a business or resident what they can and cannot havc for a mcssage on thcir sign or
hold highcr regard for a sign based on its content.
Citics that exempt some signs from sign regulations or show preference for a type of sign based
on content are at risk of having thcir sign regulations deemcd unconstitutional. An exemption
for lor-rent, for-sale, or cvcn religious signs has been construed to be a form of regulating
content. Due to thcsc types of exemptions, the cities of Hopkins, Eden Prairie, and Bloomington
have faced such lawsuits, some of which are ongoing and costly (more than ] 00 lawsuits have
been tiled nationwide).
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On March ] 3'1>, 2006, the City Council adoptcd a sign moratorium to all~w the City time to
update the Sign Ordinance to remove any potential constitutional issues without the pressure of
facing a costly lawsuit. Although Arden Hills has not receivcd any requcsts for new billboards, .
the City's frontagc on Interstate 35W, Interstate 694, US Highway 10, and Highway 96 makes
this an important issue.
Discussion
Except for some minor changes to the regulations in the residential sign districts, the permitted
sign types and sizes in the other sign districts have not been reviewed or modified from the
previous Sign Ordinance. This review process was focused on removing potential legal issues
from the Sign Code and did not included an in-depth evaluation of the permitted sign sizes or
types in the various sign districts. Changing the sign areas or types would requirc a scparatc
review process that goes beyond the goal of this current process. At this time, Staff does not
rccommend reviewing the permitted sign types or arcas in the non-residential sign districts.
The proposed changes to the types and sizes of signs in the residential districts were primarily
focused on increasing flexibility.
Permitted Regulations
While rcgulating content is generally prohibited, a city can regulate the type, size,
lighting, height, color, location, and other impacts of a sign, There are a handful of sign
rcgulations set by Minnesota State Statutes that must be followed, including provisions .
regarding non-commercial signs during general election years and signs banning guns.
Sign Ordinance versus Sign Code
Based on a recommcndation from the City Attorney, the Sign Code will no longer bc part
of the Zoning Ordinance. lnstead, the new sign regulations will be adopted as part of the
City Codc, which makes the Sign Code easier to adopt and, if needed, easier to modify
for future needs. However, that also means that a public hearing is not required to adopt
the Sign Code. Public comments can be received at the discretion of the Planning
Commission and City CounciL
As noted above, the proposed Sign Code does not have any significant modifications ill
tem1S of permitted sign types or areas from the Sign Ordinance. However, the Sign Code
has been reorganized and updated to confonn to State Statutes. Additionally, a
definitions section was added, portions of the Code were clarified, and language related
to content has been removed, Due to the reorganization, it is not possible to have the old
Sign Ordinance and the new Sign Code on the same documcnt.
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To hclp aid the comparison between the old Sign Ordinancc and the new Sign Code, both
documents are attached. The notable portions of the old Sign Ordinance that were
. removed are highlighted, and the notable portions that were added or modified in the new
Sign Code arc highIightcd.
Temporary Signs
As the Planning Commission may be aware, thcre have becn somc ongoing issucs
regarding for-rent, for-sale, garage sale, and other similar temporary signs. Many
residents have indicated a desire to use these types of signs off~site. Although these signs
were plaecd throughout thc City under the old Sign Ordinance, this act was technically
not pemlitted. The old Sign Ordinance did exempt pcople from having to obtain a sign
pennit for these types of sign; however, that provision did not exempt the signs from the
other provisions of the Ordinance.
Attached to the proposed Sign Code are two options [or Chapter 1400.12 Subd. 7
regarding temporary off-premise signs in the residential sign districts. This subdivision is
designed to make it easier for people to put up temporary, off-premise signs on other
peoples properties in residential areas. Option A would provide the most flexibility but
would be more dilIicult to adequately enf(Jrce, Option B would be casier to enforce but
not provide as much flexibility, Other cities have implemented similar types of
prOV1SJOns.
. No/able Changes/Modifications:
. 1400.2 Additional description in "purposc and intent"" of the Sign Code.
. I 400A - Severability.
. 1400.5 - Definitions Section.
. 1400.6-.7 - Pennit and application process detail.
. ] 400.8-.9 - Addition of review and appeals process,
. ] 400. I 1 - Added standard violations language.
. ] 400, I 2 - Exemptions - Removed content specific exemptions; however. State
Statutes dcfinc laws for non-commercial signs during general election years
(subd. 3) and gun banning signs (subd. 4), which preempt local ordinances.
. ]400.15 Subd. 5 Addition of reference to adult use signs.
. 1400.17 - Additional clarification for temporary sIgns, dircctl y addrcsses
temporary signs on multi-tenant properties.
. ] 400. I 8-.20 - Removes any language that may be construed to regulate content,
reorganized content to make it clearer.
. 1400.23 - Updatcs to thc non-conforming language to be in confonnance with
Statc Statutes.
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Recommendation
Since the new Sign Code will be part of the City Code, a public hearing is not required. .
Howevcr. the Planning Commission may accept public comment at its discretion.
Upon selection of an option for Chapter 1400.12 Subd, 7, Staff rccommcnds approval of thc
proposcd Sign Code.
Attachments
4B-I Proposed Sign Codc
4B-2 Proposed Option A and Option B for 1400. I 2 Subd. 7
'IBeJ. Old Sign Ordinance
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. CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, RAMSEY COUNTY,
MINNESOTA, ORDlAINS THIS CHAPTER AS THE SIGN CODE FOR THE CITY OF
ARDEN HILLS AND REPEALS ALL PRIOR REGULATIONS RELATED TO SIGNS
CHAPTER 14
1400.1 Recitals. This Chapter shaH be known, cited and referred to as the Ardcn Hills Sign
Code, except as referred to herein, wherc it shall bc known as "this Chapter"
1400.2 Purpose and Intent. It is not the purpose or intent of this Chapter to regulate the
message displayed on any sign. The regulations in this Chaptcr governing signs are
. established to:
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1400.3 Scope of Regulations. The sign regulations set forth in this Chapter shall apply to all
structures and all land uscs. This Chapter describes the signage standards for permitted
and special uses in the nine sign districts that overlay the zoning districts of the City.
Spccific additional regulations are established for signs which are unique in purpose and
not easily addressed by district regulations. No pcrson shall place, erect, modify, or
maintain a sign, nor shall a lessee or owner permit property under their control to bc used .
for such sign, that does not confOllli to the requirements of this Chapter, and all other
applicahle regulations.
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indicates a diffcrcnt meaning:
Subd. 1
or rent or
promotes the sale of anY;prod1.i~( or serVice.
Subd; 3 Height: the
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structure.
Subd.6 Lighting, external: the sign is illuminated by meanS o[extemal:lfghta1xtl.lfes
directed at the sign.
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parking or entry, restrictions on parIqli'gi"QAsecu}ityWahiitigs:
of the building.
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flashing fight by animation.
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the ground or any other base that ls~!f~ect:.lb'l,be,gniiridt
Subd.17 Si'gn, graphic: a sculpture attached to Qr'sign painteddirei!tlyoffi~~lEiliils
Subd. 18 Sign, illuminated: any sign, whicrrj{iJ:S characi"rs;1etters, figures, desi@.s;~f
outlines which is illuminated by an ill:tificiarJigl1tsource.
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1400.12 Exemptions. The j()]]owing signs sha]] not require a permit issued by the City.
These exemptions, however, sha]] not relieve the owner of the sign from the "
responsibility of its maintenance and its compliance with the provisions of this Chapter or
any other law or ordinancc regulating the same.
Subd. 1 Official public noticcs or warning signs required by local, state or fcdcral law,
including but not limited to traffic control and other regulatory purposc signs;
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Subd.2 Any sign located inside a building that is not legible from more than 3 feet
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beyond the property line of the parcel or lot the sign is located on;
Subd.3 All signs of any sizc containing non-commercial speech may be posted from
August] in any general election year until ten (10) days following the general
election and thirteen (] 3) weeks prior to any special election until ten (10)
days following the special election provided that the sigos are in compliance
with Minnesota Statutes;
MiImesota Statutes;
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Subd.9 Any sign display or device allowed under this section may contain, in lieu of
other copy, any otherwise lawful noncommcrcial mcssage that does not direct
attention to a business opcratcd for profit, or to a commodity service for sale,
and that complies with the size, height and lighting requirements of this
Chapter;
1400.13 Prnhibited Signs. Thc following pcrmancnt and temporary signs shall be
prohibited in all sign districts: .
Subd. 1 Signs with moving, swinging, or revolving parts;
Subd.2 Flashing signs, except when used to provide primarily time and temperature or
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other public service infonnation and not to exceed 25% of the area otthe sign
face;
Subd.3 Roof signs, a sign mounted on the roof of a building or on a parapet wall
Subd.4 Projecting signs, a sign. othcr than a wall sign, that is attach cd to and projects
from the building fa<;ade. .
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Subd.S On:premise signs that dircct attcntion to a business, service, product or event
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not relatcd to or on the premises except those signs allowed in Chaptcrs
1400.12 Subd. 7, 1400.18, 1400.19, and 1400.20.
Subd. 7 Signs in the public light-ol:way except as otherwise provided by Minnesota
Stahltcs or allowcd by the agency regulating thtlright-of-way;
Subd.8 Signs attachcd to utility poles, trees, street signs, or stoplights.
. Subd.9 Roll-out portable signs; and,
Subd.l0 Any sign not specifically pcrmittcd in this Chapter.
1400.14 Regulation bv Sign District. For the purpose of rcgulating signs, the following
ninc sign districts arc adoptcd:
District Description
1 All residential properties zoned R~l or R-2.
2 All non-residcntial uscs in the R-I through R-4
zoning districts.
3 All residential}lroperties zoned R-3 and R-4.
4 All properties fronting on County Road E east of
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5 All properties fi'onting on Lexington Avenue South
of Interstate 694.
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All properties zoned for commercial or industrial use .
6 fronting on Lexington A venue north of Interstate 694
or Highway 96, and propertics locatcd in the B- I
zoning district.
All properties in the I Flex, Gateway Business, or
7 other commercial or industrial district without
frontage on a roadway designated above.
8 All properties zoned Nejgh~orlJ()od Business.
9 The parts of the TCAAP area not fronting on
I lighway 96.
1400.15 Permitted Sicn Tvpe, Area, Hcicht, and Illumination bv Sicn District. All
signs shall cont(}ml to the applicable standards in Table One: Sign Standards by Sign
District The following provisions shall also apply:
Subd. 1 Wall Sign. Wall signs shall not cxtcnd more than] 8 inches from the wall .
they arc attached to.
Subd.2 Freestanding Pole or Monument Signs.
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A. No more than one freestanding sign is permitted on any sitc cxccpt in cascs
whcre properties fi'ont more than one street
B. For properties with morc than onc strect front. an additional freestanding sign
may be permitted on the other street front provided that the sign does not
cxcccd hal f the size ofthe maximum sigJJage area allowed for a freestanding
sign in the assigned sign district. .
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E. Design of ti-cestanding signs in District 5 shall be monument type ground
signs with the copy resting on and supported by a solid base of brick or rock-
faced block in a color similar to or complimentary to thc main structure on the
site, The material of the base must extend at least one-half way up the sides
of the sign lace.
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~F. In all cases, freestanding signs must be located at least one (1) foot from any
property line and shall not project over the propeliy line. However, if the
bottom edge of the sign copy is not located at least ten (10) feet above the
ground with supports that do not encroach on the clear vision of approaching
traf1ic, the sign shall be located to prcserve the following clear vision area:
~ifferscctiolland
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may display a product or logo message,
Subd. 3 Each cdgc of a service area canopy facing a strcet is permitted 25 square feet
of sign area in addition to all other sign area pernlitted on the sitc. Such
signage may bc illuminated ex tcrnally, internally, or backlit, but no other part
of the face ofthc canopy shall be illuminated .
Subd. 4 No part of an awning or Silll canopy may be less than 8 ft. or greatcr than 12 ft
above grade, Any sign arca OJ} the awning, if illuminated, will be deducted
from the permitted wall sign area. The fabric or material used for the-Awning
or canopy must be opaque and no internal illumination is pcrmitted,
tli~~(i~(n#.;lier~tI'illg()1lt shaH be applif1clc
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1400.16 Allocation of Permitted Sien Tvpe and Area and Provisions for Multi-Tenant .
Developments and Sites, In multi-tenant buildings or sites, the permitted sign area and
sign types, except for permitted freestanding signs, may be installed by each individual
business establishment that has exclusive use of some portion of the street or otherwise
primary level ofthc building and direct access to thc outside. Tenants located on the
street or otherwise primary level in a center with a common mall or atrium shall be
considered to have direct access to the outside for the purpose of this section.
Subd. 1 The management and owncrship of any business establishment proposing to
install signage must bc scparate and distinct from the management and
ownership of any othcr cstablishmcnt in thc samc building or on the same
building lot. Each cstablishment must be separatcd from all othcr .
establishments by party walls [as per the Intemational Building Code] having
no opcmngs or passages.
Subd.2 Signage for establishmcnts occupying a multi-tenant building or sitc, but not
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located on thc street or primary level of the building must bc providd from
the allocation of sign arc a and typc to the occupants of the street or primary
level of the building.
Subd. 3 Only one freestanding sign is permitted for each development or parcel
whether occupied by a single or by multiplc tenants. In the case of multiple
tenant sites, the permitted freestanding sign area in Chapter 1400.15 "Table .
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. Onc Standards by Sign District" for thc single permitted frcestanding sign
must be allocated by the owner of the site among its tenants.
1400.17 Temporarv Sil?:ns. Except as provided for in Chapter 1400.12 Subd. 7, ] 400.] 8,
]400,19, and 1400,20, all other temporary signs shall conform to thc following:
. . ..".""... '.' ,.....<.:.:::......,..,:->..:0>.. :'.. ":':'-',:.><<<':/"P';O",
includi ng streamers; pelJn,@ts,baflnets,b(!.l1~~!i~
ii!l1l1.~breSi'.and.slmilar. obj eCtsmfly.!:lepellnitted for~'.t()t<ti"Q~;i:Mmw.~~~~~!lil
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R~Yj.9.&Iendar yea!, p<:rsigrrunless
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$~I@.,<~"!ml!.m!()!m6rGlthan tW(>.tcmporarY.signs.sliaJ]bepermi~ed()Ji.@)"t&f.~~il@~mi\i~1
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Subd.4 The area of all temporary signs shall not exceed one halrofthat allowed in
Chapter] 400. I 5 "Tablc Onc Standards by Sign District"' for a permanent sign
of a particular sign type in a given district;
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Subd. 5 A temporary sign shall not exceed thc height limits listed in ]400,15 "Table .
Onc Standards by Sign District" for a penn anent sign of a particular sign type
in a given district;
Subd, 7 Freestanding temporary signs shall only be pennitted in distJicts where
freestanding signs are pennitted as listed in Chapter 1400.15 "Table One
Standards by Sign District" for a pennanent sign of a particular sign type in a
given district Ifa confonning freestanding sign is already in placc, thc
temporary freestanding sign shall be attached or adjacent to the existing
tTeestanding sign; .
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1400.18 Temporarv Banner Signs for Athletic Fields at Mounds View High School,
Bethel University, and Northwestern College. Athletic fields at Mounds View High
School, Bethel University, and Northwestern College may be permitted to have
temporary banner signs attached to the fences of their athletic fields provided that such
signage faces the field of play so that the impact ofthc signage is directed only to those
utilizing the field or watching thc sporting event, and not surrounding property owners.
In addition, to the greatest extent possible such signage shall not obstruct sightlines to the
athletic field for those watching the sporting event fi'om the bleachers or other designated
viewing areas. The content of temporary banner signage shall comply with the
. sponsorship sign regulations as established by Mounds View High School, Bethel
University, or Northwestern College for their respective athletic fields. The City
Administrator or Administrator's designce shall determine if the signage is visible from a
public roadway or from property outside of Bethel Univcrsity, Mounds View High
School, and Northwestern College. If found to be visible, the signs shall comply with the
following size limitations and shall follow the sign permit process as described below:
Subd.1 Temporary banner signs shall not exceed fifty (50) square fcet each,
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Subd.2 The temporary banner sign shall not cxceed a massing of over nine hundred .
and sixty (960) square feet in one area or a total of two thousand (2000)
square feet.
Subd,3 Temporary banncr sign shall not bc displayed for morc than ninety (90)
consecutive days or morc than onc hundred and eighty (180) days during the
calcndar year.
Subd. 4 Sign permits shall not be required for individual banner signs but shall be
required wherc a new group massing of signagc is rcqucstcd,
Subd. 5 The applicant shall dcmonstratc compliancc with the provisions of this section .
(including but not limited to: the dimensions of individual banncr signs, the
dimensions of that group of banner signs, and the total squarc feet of
tcmporary banner signs).
1400.19 Permanent Scoreboard Signs for Athletic Fields at Mounds View High
School, Bethel University. and Northwestern College. Athletic fields at Mounds Vicw
I ligh School, Bcthel University, and Northwcstern Collegc may bc pcmlitted to have
permanent scoreboard signage at their athletic fields that i~ clcarly sccondary to the
overall appearancc of the scoreboard. Such signage shall face the field of play so that thc
impact of thc signage is directcd only to those utilizing thc field or watching the sporting
event, and not sun'ounding propcrty owners. Thc contcnt of scorcboard signage shall
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comply with the sponsorship sign regulations as established by Mounds View High
. School, Bethel University, and Northwestern Collcgc, for their respective athletic fields.
The City Administrator or the Administrator" s designee shall determine if the signage is
visible from a public roadway or trom property outside of Mounds View High School,
BethclUniversity, and Northwestern Collegc. If found to be visible, the signs shall
comply with the following size limitations and shall follow the sign pernrit process as
described below:
Subd. 1 Scoreboard signage shall not cxcecd thirty percent (30%,) of the total
scoreboard arca, nor shall any onc scoreboard sign exceed fifteen percent
(J 5%) oftbe total scoreboard area.
Subd. 2 Since the scoreboard signs are permanent in nature, the applicant shall be
. required to obtain sign permit approval prior to the installation of any new
scoreboard sponsorship signs; at such time the applicant shall demonstrate
compliance with the provisions of this section.
1400.20 Permanent Sil!.ns for Athletic 1.'ieJds at Mounds View Hil!.h School. Bethel
University. and Northwestern Collel!.e. Athletic fields at Mounds View High School,
BethclUniversity, and Northwestern Collegc may be permitted to have permanent
signage at their respective athletic fields. Such signagc shall bc pemlanent in nature and
shall not be lit by a direct lighting source. Signs may be an cntrance gate style sign,
signage affixed directly to a press box/grandstand, or signage included on the scoreboard.
Such sigJlage shall be constructed of durable materials (finished metal, finished wood,
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plastic). The City Administrator or Administrator's designee shall deteTI11ine if the .
signage is visible from a public roadway or from property outside of Mounds View High
School, Bethel University, and Northwestern College. If found to be visiblc, the signs
shall comply with the following sizc limitations and shall follow thc sign pCTI11it proccss
as describcd below:
Subd. 1 The signage area of entrance gate signs shall not cxcecd thirty (30) squarc
feet, the signage area of press box/grandstand signage shall not exceed eighty
(80) square feet, and scoreboard field naming signage shall not excecd forty
pcrcent (40%) of the total scoreboard area.
Subd. 2 Thc cumulative total of permanent signage shall not exceed two hundred
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(200) square feet.
Subd. 3 Since the signage would be permanent in nature, the applicant shall be
required to obtain a sign peTI11it approval prior to the installation of any new
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signage; at such time the applicant shall demonstrate compliance witli the
provisions of this section.
1400.21 Sien Standard Adjustments. Adjustmcnts to the requirements and standards for
the height, number, type, lighting, area or location of a sign or signs cstablished by this
Chapter may be approved through the Site Plan Review process if the following
qualifying criteria ofSubd. I or Subd. 2, and the necessary criteria ofSubd. 3, are met:
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. Subd. 1 There are site conditions which require a sign adjustmcnt to allow the sign to
be reasonably visible from a street immediately adjacent to the site;
Subd. 2 The sign adjustment will allow a sign of exceptional design or a style that will
enhance the area or that is more consistent with the architccturc and design of
the site;
Subd.3 The sign adjustment will not result in a sign that is inconsistcnt with the
purpose of the zoning district in which the propetiy is located or the current
land use.
. 1400.22 Maintenance and Repair. All signs shall be kept in good repair and free from
peeling paint, rust, damaged or rotted supports. framcwork or other material, broken or
missing faces or missing letters. Any stmcture fi'om which a sign has bccn moved or
'removed shall be repaired with materials and/or painted or stained to match thc existing
bal;kground.
Subd. 1 Activities considered normal maintenance and repair and not requiring a sign
or building permit shall include activities such as replacing or repairing lamps,
ballasts, transformers, trim, sign fasteners, nuts, or washers; painting the pole
of freestanding signs; and painting the cabinct of frcestanding signs or
building signs.
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Attachment 4B-2
Proposed Option A and Option B for
1400.12 Subd. 7
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. June 7,2006, Planning Commission Meeting
. Alternate regulation:
1400.12 Exemptions.
Option A:
Snbd. 7 Residential properties in Sign Districts I and 3 shall be allowed one
temporary, off-premise sign six (6) square feet or less in size provided
that the sign is removed within forty-eight (48) hours of its placemcnt;
is removcd from the property for at least five (5) consecutive days; is
not illuminated; contains the sign owner's name and address on the
sign; the date of placement; and the sign owner has written permission
from the property owner;
Option B:
Subd. 7 Residential properties in Sign Districts 1 and 3 shall be allowcd onc
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temporary, off-premise sign six (6) square feet or less in size from
12:00 p.m. Friday (Thursday?) to 7:00 a.m. Monday provided that the
sign is not illuminatcd; contains the sign owner's name and address on
the sign; the date of placement; and the sign owner has written
permission from the property owner;
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Attachment 4B-3
Old Sign Ordinance
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June 7,2006, Planning Commission Meeting
OLD SIGN ORDINANCE
. CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
COlJNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO. 333
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING SIGNAGE STANDARDS
WITHIN THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
333.1 Recitals. This Ordinance shall be known, cited and referred to as the Arden Hills Sgu
Ordinance, excepl as referred to herein, where it shall be known as "this Ordinance"
333.2 Purpose and Intent. Regulations governing signs are established 10 allow effective sigJ13ge
appropriate 10 the planned character of each district, to promote an attractive environment, to
minimize adverse effects on nearby properry, and protect the public health, safety, and welfare.
333.3 Scope of Regulations. TIle sign regulations set forth in this Ordinance shall apply to all
structures and all land uses. This Ordinance describes the signage standards for pennined and
conditional uses in the nine special SigJl districts that overlay the zoning districts of the City.
Specific additional regulations arc established for signs which are unique in ptuposc and not
ClISily addressed by district regulations. No person shall place, erect or maintain a sign, nor
shall a lessee or owner pcnnil properry under their control to be used for such SigJl, which does
. nol confonn to the requirements of this Ordinance, arld all other applicable regulations.
333.4 Exempt Signs. The following signs shall be exempl from the regulations of this Ordinance.
.A.. OfTicial public notices or \~laming signs required by loca!, state or federal law,
including but not limited to trall;c conlrol and other regnlatory purpose signs.
R Any sign localed inside a building t11at is not legible from more Ihan 3 feet
beyond the propelty line of the parcel or lot the sign is located on.
e Religiousl~%~ilJolslatlachedtoinstitutiOl1aI .b~!dlii~,I~'VI#t-4$6c1i.symbo15lsh.a11
not. beillJJU@at@anddonot extend abo\leth~.tippetlli\qstPart.of the face'llf
the builtlirigitlmrwealtached to,
D. J\i1Y.li te.mp?f<lIY'forsatei.lor.. fofl..rentisign tl1frf~~\l~i'ti~s~~~S<lW'l.pr..ren~l.~~.
residenti~lpj,ell1ises..upon\Vhich. .the..~igrr.is..tq.,.~f~;)l;..IQrrg)as.tlIe.isign..listwt
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ilt\l[J)iq~t~I@!1~~oe~'llQt exccc~Z4sq~e~!~i~~?r~ry~m~eigh%orJ1te
heigbt.~~ed~f()r.'\tlauxiIIarysign. m.tbilt~III(\\~j~~.~~el\telc'."fOorsattf'8r
"For .ReR(,;silWs:orr~ residential. propertl~~.S!1~1iil)c.regnlat@asPlU\lidedin
the section"S~alSignTypes"
E. Any SigJl display or device allowed tmder this section may contain, In lieu of
other copy. any otherwise lawful noncommercial message that docs not direct
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attention to a business operaled for profil, or to a commodity or service for
sale, ,md that complies with the size, height and lighting requirements of this .
sectioIl.
F. Any political campaign sign in compliance with Minnesota Stahrte 21 18.045.
G. Any sign placed within the right of way of a roadway with the pennission and
approval of the roadway authority
333.5 Prohibited Signs. The following signs shall be prohibited in all zoning districts.
1\. Signs with moving or swinging part,.
B. F1a,hing SigJlS, cxcepl when used to provide primarily lime and tcmperature or
other public service information and not to exceed 25% of the area of the sign
face.
c. Roof signs, a sign mounled on the roof of a building or on a parapet wall
D. Projecting signs, a SigJl, other than a wall sign, that is attached to and projecls
from the building fa~ade
L Off premise, billboard or advertising signs, or any sign that directs attention to a
business, service, product or event not related to or on the premises where the
sign is located. .
F. Product signs (except as permitted in Scction 333.12, subdivisions 5, 6, and 7;
special requirements for temporary sponsorship banners and pemlanenl
scoreboard sjgnage for aL~!etic fields at Mounds View High School, Bethel
University, and Northwestem Collcgc).
G. Any sign not constructed, wired, asscmbled, attached or supported III
conformance with applicable building or other codes and regulations.
H. Any sign not specifically permitted intms section. "
333.6 Regulation bv Sign District. For the purpose of regulation of signs, the following nine sign
districts are adopted.
1\. All residential properties zoned R-I or R-2
8. All non-residential uses in 'my residential, R-I through R-4, zoning district
C. All residential prope11ies zoned R-3 and R-4
D. All properties finnting on Cty Rd E east of Hwy 5 I
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E All commercial and indusirial properties fronting on Lexington ^ venue South of
1694
. F. All properties zoned for commercial or industrial use fronting on Lexington
^ venue north of I 694, Hwy 96, or located in a B- I zoning district.
G. All properties in the I Flex, Gateway Business, or other commercial or industrial
district without frontage on an roadway designated above
H- All properties zoned Neighborhood Business
L The parts of the TeAPp area not fronting on Hwy 96
333.7 Permitted Sign Tvpe, Area, Height, and Illumination by Sign District. All signs, lillless
specifically regulated in Table I, Special Sign Types, shall confonn to the applicable standards
in the following Table One: SigJ1 Standards by SigJ1 District.
333.8 Definition of Pennitted Sign Tvpes and Lighting.
SuM. I. Sign Types.
A Wall Slim ^ sih'n mounted parallel to the building facade. Wall sigJ1s may not
extend more than 18 inches from the wall they are attached to.
. R Freestanding Sign. A self supporting sign on poles, standards or any olher base
anchored to the ground. No more than one freestanding sign is permitted on
any site. See the special design requirements for freestanding signs in the
Lexington A venue Commercial Sign Overlay Dis\ricl in Table L
Freestandirlg signs must be must located to provide at least a I foot selback
from any property line. I f the bottom edge of the sign copy is not located more
than 10 fCet above the ground with supports that do not encroach on the clear
vision of approaching trallic from any exit from the sile, 1l1e sign must be located
to preserve Ihe following clear vision arca:
C. Projecting Sign. A sign, other than a wall sign, that is aUached to and projects
from Ihe building facade. Projecting signs are not permined.
D. Roof Sign A sigJ1 mounted on the roof of a building or on a parapet wall. Roof
signs arc not perlllitled.
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E. Auxiliary Sign. A sign scle1y providing direction for internal circulation, parking
or entry, rcstrictions on parking, or security warnings. Only non illuminated .
auxiliary signs are permittcd, and no part of the sign may display a product or
logo message.
F.. Graphic Sign. A sculpture altached to or sign painted directly on a wall that is
pril1l3rily symbolic or reprcscntational in nature and not alpha or numeric in
content or copy.
G. Temporarv Signs. T cmporary signs are regulated by Section 333.10.
Temporary Sponsorship Banner Signs for athletic fields at Mounds View High
School, Bethel University, and Northwestem College are regulated by Seclion
333.12.
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Subd. 2. Sign Lighting.
A. Not Pcrrnitted. The sign is neither lighted internally nor has a specific source of light directed at .
it 11 depends on the general illumination in the area for its lighting.
B. External The SigJl is illuminated by means of extcrnal light fixtures directed at the sign.
C. Internal The sign is illuminated by a light source located inside of the sign. Only the letters or
other symbols arc illuminated within an opaque backgrOlmd. This includes neon and or channel
letter signs.
D. Backlit The message is applied to a translucent panel, through which light is directed from a
source behind thc sign face, illuminating the copy and background of the sign.
333.9 Allocation of Pennitted Sign Tvpe and Area and Provisions for Multi-Tenant Developments and
Sites. In multi tenant buildings or sites the permitted sign area and sign types, except for permitted freestanding
signs, may be installed by eaeh individual business establishment that has exclusive use of some portion of the
strect or otherwise primary level of the building and direct access to the outside. Tenants located on the street
or other wise primary level in a center with a common mall or atrium shall be considered to have direct access
to the outside for the purpose oflhis section.
The management and ownership of any busincss establishment proposing to install sigJlage musl be separdte and
distinct from the management and ownership of any other establishment in the same building or on the same
building lot. Each establishment must be separated from all other establishments by party walls having no
openmgs or passages. .
Signage for establishments occupying a multi Icnant bnilding or site, but nol located on the street or primary level
of the building must be provided fi'om the allocation of sign arca and type to the occupants of the street or
primary level of the building.
Only one freestanding sign is permitted for each development or parcel whether occupied by a single or by
multiple tenants. III the case of multiple tenant siles, the permitted freestanding sign area in Section 333.8 '"fable
One Standards by Sign District" for the single permitted freestanding sign must be allocated by the owner of the
site among its tenants.
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333.10 TemlJorary Signs. Temporary signs, including streamers, pennants, and bmillers affixed to the building wall,
are permitted for a tolal of 30 days per calendar year. Freestanding Temporary Signs are permitted only in
districts (on the matrix) where freestanding signs are permitted and freestanding temporary signs are not
permitted when a peonanent freestanding sign is located on the same lot. The area of any temporary sign shall
be one half that allowed in Section 333.8 for a permanent sign of that type in that district Temporary
sponsorship banner SigJ1S for athlelie fields at Mounds View High School, Bethel University, and Northwestern .
College shall be exempt from the provisions of this section and shall comply with the applicable provisions of
section 333.12.
333.11 Si!~n Standard Adjustments. Adjustments 10 the requirements and standards for the height, number, type,
lighling, area or location of a sign or signs established by this ordinance may be approved through the Site Plan
Review process if the fijllowing qualifying eritelia of A or B, and the necessary criteria of C, are met:
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A. There are site conditions which require a sign adjustmCIlt to allow the sign to be reasonably
. visible from a street immediately adjacent to the site; Or,
R The sign adjustment will allow a sign of exceptional design or a style thai will enhance the area
or that is more consistenl with the architecture and design of tJe site; And, after fmding
positively on condition A or B above,
C. The sign adjustment will not result in a sign that is inconsistcnt with the purpose of the zoning
district in which the properry is located.
333.12 Special Sign Types.
SuM. I Service Area Canopv Signs. Each cdge of a service area canopy facing a street is pennitted 25
square feet of SigJl area in addition to all other sign area permitted on the site. Such signage may be illmnmated
externally, internally, or backlit, but no other part of the face of the canopy shall be illuminated.
Subd. 2. Awning or Sun Canopv. Awning or sun canopy: No part may be less than 8 ft. or greater than 12
ft above grdde. Any sign area on the awning, if illurninated, will be deducted from the pennitted wall sign area.
TIle fabric or material used for the awning or canopy must be opaque and no intemal illumination is pennitted.
Subd. 3. Design of Freestanding Signs, Design of Frecstanding Signs in the Lcxington A venue South of
694 Sign District heestanding signs in this Sign District may not be supported by poles or columns. They
must be monument type ground signs with the copy resting on and supported by a solid basc of brick or rock
faced block in a color similar to or complementary to the main structure on the site. The material of the base
. must extend at least one half way up the sides of tlle sign face.
SuM. 5. Temporarv Spoils6rsllll'l Banner Signs for Athletic Fields at Mounds View High School,
Bethel University, and Northwestern College. Athletic fields at Mounds View High School, Bethel
University, and Northwe,1ern College, in the R-I and B- I Zoning districts may be pennitted to have tempomry
sponsorship banner sib'11s attached to the fences of their athletic Gelds. The intcnt of such signage is to recognize
sponsors of the athletic programs at Mounds Vicw High School, Bethel University, and Northwestern College.
Such signagc shall face the Geld of play so that the impact of the sigJlage is directed only to those utilizing the
field or watching the sporting event, and not surrounding property owners. III addition, to the greatest extent
possible such signage shall not obstruct sightlines to the athletic Geld for those watching the sporting event from
the bleachers or other designated viewing areas. The content of ternporarys~ barmer signage shall
comply with the sponsorship sign regulations as established by Mounds View High School, Bethel University,
and Northwestem College for their respective athletic Gelds. TIle City Adminislmlor or Administmtor's
designee shall determine if the sib'11age is visible from a public roadway or from property outside of Bethel
University, Mounds View High School, and NOl1hwestem College. IffOlmd to be visible, the signs shall comply
with tile follO\"ing size limitations and shall follow the sign pemlit process as described below:
. A. T emporary Spon~OI1?hip Banner Signs shall not exceed 50 square feet each.
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B. The lemporary sponsorship banner sign shall not exceed a massing of over 960 feet in one area or a .
total of 2000 square feel.
C Temporary sponsorship banner sign shall not be displayed for more Ih,m 90 consecutive days or
more than 180 days during the calendar year.
O. Sign permits shall nol be required for individual banner signs but shall be required where a new
group massing of signage is requested.
E- The applicant shall demonstrate compliance with Ihe provisions of this section (including but not
limited to: thc dirncnsions of individual banner si,,'Ils, the dimensions of that group of banner signs,
and the total squarc fect of temporary sponsorship banner signs),
SuM. 6. Permanent Scoreboard sj:)bri~iiJiill Signs for Atbletic Fields at Mounds View lligh School,
Bethel University, and Northwestern College, Athletic fields at Mounds View lJigh School, Bethel
University, and Northwestern College, in the R-1 and 13- I Zoning disl1icts may be pemlitted to have permanent
scoreboard sigJlage at their athletic fields. The intent of such signage is to recognize sponsors of the athletic
progrdms at Mounds View High School, Bethcl University, and Northwestern College, which is clearly
secondary to the overall appearJIlce of the scoreboard. Such signage shall face the field of play so that the
impact of the signage is directed only to those utilizing the field or watching the sporting event, and not
surrounding properry owners. The content of scoreboard signagc shall comply with the sponsorship sign
regulations as established by Mounds View lligh School, l3ethel University, and Northwestern College, for their
respective athletic fields. The City Administrator or the Administrator's designee shall determine if the signage is
visible from a public roadway or from properry outside of Bethcl University, Mounds View I ligh School, and .
Northweslern College. 11' found to be visible, the signs shall comply with the following size limitations and shall
follow the sign permit process as described below:
A. Scoreboard signagc shall not exceed 30%) of the total scoreboard area, nor shaH anyone
scoreboard sign exceed 15% of the total scoreboard area.
R Since the scoreboard sponsorship signs are permanent in nature, the applicant shall be required to
obtain sign permit approval prior to the installation of any new scoreboard sponsorship signs; at
such time the applicarlt shall demonstrate compliance with the provisions of this section,
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SuM. 7. Permanent EiibliJ'Nailiwi!: Signs for Athletic Fields at Mnunds View High School, Bethel
University, and Northwestern College. Athletic fields al Mowlds View High School, Bethcl University, and
NOIthwestern College, in the R I and B-1 Zoning district may be permitted to have permanent field name
signage at their respective athletic fields. The intent of such signage is to allow recognition for those who
purchase naming rights for athletic fields at Mounds View High School, Bethel University, and Northwestem
College. Such signage shall be permanent in nature and shall not be lit. by a direct lighting source, Field naming
signs may be an entrance gate style sign, signage affixed directly to a press box/grandstand, or signage inclnded
on the scoreboard. Such signage shall be conslntcted of durable materials (frnished metal, finished wood,
plaslic). The City Administrator or Administrator's designee shall detennine if the signage is visible from a
public roadway or from properry outside of Bethel University, Mounds View High School, and Northwestern
College. If found to be visible, the signs shall comply with the following size limitations and shall follow the sign
permit process as described below:
Updated: 01-30-2006 .
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A The signage area of entrance gate signs shall not exceed 30 square feet, the signage area of press
. box/grandstand siguage shall not exceed 80 square feet, aud scoreboard field naming signage shall
not exceed 40% of the total scoreboard area.
B. The cumulative total offield naming signage shall not exceed 200 square feet.
C. Since the field naming signage would be permanent in nature, the applicant shall be required to
obtain sign permit approval prior to the installation of any new field naming signage; at such time the
applicant shall demonstrate compliance with the provisions of this section.
333.13 Maintenance and Repair. All signs shall be kept in good repair and free from peeling paint, rusl, damaged or
rolled supports, trdl11ework or other material, broken or missing faces or missing letters. Any structure from
which a sign has been moved or removed shall be repaired with materials and/or paintcd or stained to match the
existing background.
A Activities considered mrmal maintenance and repair and not requiring a sign permit from llie
Cily shall include activities such as replacing lamps, replacing ballast in freestanding signs,
replacing transformers in building signs, painting llie pole of freestanding signs and the cabinet of
freestanding or building signs, replacing or repairing llie sign h1ce, including H-bars and retainers
behind llie face, replacing trim and rcplacement of sign fasteners, nuts and washers.
B Activities not considered normal maintenance and repair arId requiring a sign pemlit from the
City ,md lliat shall require that a nonconfonning sign be brought inlo conformance willi all
. requirements of this chapter inclnde:
1. Changes made to the size, height or bulk of llie sign or llie removal of llie sign
for the repair or replacement of llie cabinel or any part lliereo[, not including the
face, or addition of illumination
2. Changes in poles, structural supports, bases or shrouds, footings or anchor
bolts, moving the sign for any reason, change or replacement of 1he interior or
exterior cabinet frame and removal of any part of the sign for maintenance,
exceptllie sign face.
C. A sign permit in addition to a building pennit is rcquired and will be issucd for any placemcnt or
installation of a new sign, temporary or permanent, or for any maintenance activity that requires
a sign pcnnil, after application for such pelmit on a foml provided by llie City along with any
plans, celtifications or oilier attachments requcsted by llie City, and the fmding by City Officials
the application is in confonnance with the regulations of this section.
. Updated: 0] -3().2006
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: May 31,2006 PC Agenda Item 5.A
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: James Lehnhoff, City Planncr
SUBJECT: May 22, 2006, City Couneil meeting actions
The City Council held thcir regularly scheduled meeting on May 22, 2006, and heard the
following three Planning Cases from the May 3, 2006, Planning Commission meeting:
. Planning Case 06-013; Variance & Preliminary Plat; Amities Coast LLC; 3685 & 3695
New Brighton Road
. Planning Case 06-015; 1212 LLC (Rob Davidson); Zoning Ordinance Addition to add
Special Education & Higher Education as pcrmittcd uses in the B-4 Zone
. Planning Case 06-016; 1212 LLC (Rob Davidson); Special Use Permit for Higher
. Education; 1212 Rcd Fox Road
Planning Case 06-013:
The City Council voted to table Amities Coast application for a preliminary plat and variance.
Once the applicant has submitted a revised subdivision proposal, the application will be brought
back to the Planning Commission for further review.
Plannine: Case 06-015:
The City Council unanimously approved the application from 1212 LLC to add Special
Education and Higher Education as special uses in the B-4 Zone. The Ordinance Addition was
published in the May 31, 2006, Shoreview-Arden Hills Bulletin and became effective on June],
2006.
City of Arden Hills
. Planning Commission Meeting for June 7, 2006
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Planninl! Case 06-016: .
Based on the submitted plans and findings of fact, the City Council unanimously approved the
Special Use Permit application from 1212 LLC for higher education and special education uses
at 1212 Rcd Fox Road. The approval is subject to the following conditions:
I. The building shall not exceed it maximum occupancy at any time.
2. Construction shall not begin without the appropriate permits.
3, Any outdoor signage shall require an approved sign permit
4. Ifthe parking lot is unable to accommodate the parking needs of the building, the
applicant shall increase the number of parking stalls to meet the City's parking
requirements through the site plan review process,
5, If the educational use exceeds 80 students, the applicant shall provide proof of parking
for the additional students at a rate of one parking space per student The proof of
parking shall include a signed agreement between the property owner and the parking
provider, the length of the agreement, and the number of parking spaces provided. The
proof of parking and parking agreement shall be subject to approval by the City Planner.
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City of Arden Hills
Planning Commission Meeting for June 7, 2006 .
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