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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-06-02 P & Z Minutes - Approved CITY OF CENTERVILLE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Planning and Zoning Commission held its regular meeting on June 2, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. PRESENT: Chairperson Darrin Mosher Commissioner Matthew Montain Commissioner Nick Twohy Commissioner Tom Wood ABSENT: Commissioner James Flint Commissioner Russ Koski Commissioner Mark Haiden STAFF: City Administrator Mike Ericson OTHERS PRESENT: Council Member D. Love I. CALL TO ORDER. The meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. by Chairperson Mosher as Commission Member Montain was called out on a Centennial Fire District fire call. 1.Roll Call II. APPEARANCES 1. Mr. Mike Lobinsky, 6833 Lakeview Drive, Lino Lakes Mr. Lobinsky stated that he is the buyer of the lot at 1407 Mound Trail. He will build a home on the property, however, his current construction plans include a porch that would extend into the rear yard setback by approximately 4’. He was advised by staff to apply for a variance or attend this evening meeting to ascertain the Commission’s views on the item. Discussion was held by the Commission regarding variance requirements and the fact that Mr. Lobinsky would be inflicting a hardship on himself and he may not meet the requirements for a variance. Motion by Commissioner Montain, seconded by Commissioner Wood to schedule a public hearing for the July 7, 2015 P & Z Commission meeting, if Mr. Lobinsky determines he desires to apply for a variance and staff will continue to assist Mr. Lobinsky in his plans. All in favor. Motion carried. III. PUBLIC HEARING(S) - None IV. OLD BUSINESS Page 1 of 3 City of Centerville Planning and Zoning Commission June 2, 2015 1. Metropolitan Council Draft Water Resources Policy Plan – Review & Comment The commission briefly discussed the item and will continue to review the plan. th 2. Amend Conditional Use Permit 6995 – 20 Avenue South, Mechanical Air Systems, Inc. Administrator Ericson explained that language was contained in the original Conditional Use Permit “3. Conditions. This permit is issued subject to the following conditions: a) This Conditional Use Permit is not authorized until and unless the Plat for Center Villa Second Addition is properly recorded with Anoka County by April 25, 2015) and due to the delay in closed this language should be modified to June 30, 2015 rather than May 30, 2015. Administrator Ericson stated that the anticipated closing was scheduled for June 25, 2015. Motion by Commissioner Montain, seconded by Twohy, to recommend to City Council approval of the amended language as submitted. All in favor. Motion carried. V. NEW BUSINESS 1. City Code 150, Section 150.30 Sump Pump Required a. (2) Outlet shall be to rear yard of the property Lengthy discussion ensued regarding the current code. Discussion about the request to modify code allowing discharge in the front yard for specific summer months allowing for rear yards to be dry and the Commission’s decision that the current code requirements should remain and be enforced. 2. Downtown Master Plan & Development Guidelines Administrator Ericson stated that the current Master Plan for the Downtown is very outdated. Discussion by the P & Z on up dating it to current standards and expectations of both the Commission and the Council. Administrator Ericson felt that this would be helpful in attracting businesses to the community. 3. Encroachment Agreements a. When (After Installation/Prior to Installation)/Who Authorizes (P & Z/Council/Staff)? Administrator Ericson stated that the current procedure has been that the applicant applies for an encroachment agreement prior to installation, however, on occasion there have been times where it has been after the fact. Administrator Ericson stated that generally encroachment agreements are submitted for construction within a drainage/utility easement and range from fences, sheds and retaining walls. Subsequent to inspection of the property by the City and review of topographically information, the Building Official either approves or denies the request. If he approves the request then it goes before Council for their consideration and approval or denial. Administrator Ericson questioned whether the Commission would like to review the requests or has reviewed the requests in the past. Page 2 of 3 City of Centerville Planning and Zoning Commission June 2, 2015 The Commission stated that they have not reviewed the requests in the past and felt that the current procedure has not caused any concerns or been preserved as subjective so continuing with the current practice was acceptable. VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS - None VII. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES 1.May 5, 2015 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes Motion by Commissioner Montain seconded by Commissioner Mosher to approve minutes from the May 5, 2015, meeting as presented. All in favor. Motion carried. VIII. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Wood, seconded by Commissioner Mosher to adjourn the meeting at 8:20 p.m. All in favor. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Michael A. Ericson City Administrator Page 3 of 3