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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-06-05 P & Z CITY OF CENTERVILLE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION June 5, 2001 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Planning and Zoning Commission held their regularly scheduled meeting on June 5, 2001, at 6:30 p. m. PRESENT: Chair Brian Hanson CommissionerDavid Kilian Commissioner John McLean Commissioner Ray DeVine Commissioner Rob Sheppard Commissioner Barry Brainard Commissioner Tom Wilharber ABSENT: None. COUNCIL: Liaison Broussard Vickers STAFF: City Administrator, Jim March I. CALL TO ORDER 1.Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. 2.Recommendation for appointment of Mr. Tom Wilharber to the Planning and Zoning Commission Mr. March stated that Council had pre-approved the appointment of Mr. Wilharber at the previous Council Meeting. Motion by Commissioner DeVine, seconded by Commissioner Sheppard to accept the recommendation of Council to appoint Mr. Tom Wilharber to the Planning and Zoning Commission. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. Chairperson Hanson administered the oath of office to Mr. Wilharber and Mr. Wilharber took his chair at the dais. II. PUBLIC HEARING(S) 1.Ordinance #4 Amendments Page 1 of 6 June 5, 2001 Planning and Zoning Workshop Meeting Minutes Chairperson Hanson opened the public hearing at 6:34 p.m. Mr. March reviewed the Ordinance #4 amendments and indicated that the Commission may desire to set a maximum size for accessory structures in the M-1 district. Mr. March stated that the Commission would need to hold a public hearing concerning mini-storage before making the recommendation to Council. Commissioner Brainard asked Mr. March if he could survey the surrounding communities to determine the maximum size accessory structure in a M-1 district. Commissioner Kilian indicated he did not think the accessory structure should exceed the square footage of the principal structure. Mr. Wilharber stated he would like to see the information from surrounding communities and add a height restriction. Commissioner Kilian stated that the Commission had previously set a height restriction. Council Liaison Broussard Vickers suggested allowing accessory structures for residential use in a M-1 district to be fifty percent (50%) of the rear yard. Commissioner Kilian stated that he felt the Commission should indicate the structure could be 50% of the rear yard, but not to exceed the size of the principal structure. Commissioner DeVine indicated that the lots in downtown were split into 100-foot lots and some residents own more than one (1) lot. Commission DeVine stated one (1) resident would need to come before the Commission to rejoin the lots, which seems unfair. Council Liaison Broussard Vickers stated that the property owner has the option to sell the lots separately if they were divided and may not desire to rejoin them. Council Liaison Broussard Vickers stated that the Ordinance stated there must be a principal structure on the lot in order to build an accessory structure. Commissioner DeVine indicated he was concerned about how the suggested change would affect a property owner with more than one (1) lot, as they may be able to build a large building. Council Liaison Broussard Vickers stated that the requirement for the accessory structure not exceed the square footage of the principal structure, should limit the size of the accessory structures because she is unaware of any large principal structures in the downtown area. Commissioner DeVine indicated he felt the matter needed to be researched and further discussed. Page 2 of 6 June 5, 2001 Planning and Zoning Workshop Meeting Minutes Motion by Commissioner Sheppard, seconded by Commissioner McLean to close the public hearing. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. Chairperson Hanson closed the public hearing at 6:55 p.m. Motion by Commissioner Brainard, seconded by Commissioner Sheppard to remove the phrase “except in the M-1 District” from the Division 65, Accessory Structures Section of Ordinance #4 and direct Staff to research the matter for discussion at the next meeting. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. III. APPEARANCES 1. Mr. Terry Sager (Mini-Storage) Mr. Edward Sadelack stated that he had partnered with Copeland Industries to help with the building if it is approved. He then reviewed the revised plan for his mini-storage facility. Commissioner Brainard stated that Mr. Sadelack would need a Special Use Permit, which would require a public hearing. Commissioner Wilharber questioned the location of the lift station. Mr. March pointed out on the map the location of same. Commissioner Wilharber questioned the type of fencing that would be used on the east side of the property, as the second building would not be built right away. Mr. Sadelack stated that he intended to fence the area and would provide fencing required; however, he would prefer to install inexpensive fencing due to the removal of same in preparation of Phase II. Commissioner Wilharber questioned whether Rice Creek Watershed District had granted permission to fill the entire four (4) acres with buildings without requiring a pond. Mr. Sadelack indicated that, since Mr. Rehbein would be creating a pond, Rice Creek had indicated that no pond would be required on the four (4) acre site. Commissioner Brainard asked what kind of fencing would be used to the east prior to the completion of Phase II. Mr. Sadelack indicated he was hoping to use the least expensive fencing required, as it would be removed when Phase II is constructed. Commissioner DeVine indicated he did not see the need to require masonry block and fencing in the area of Phase II due to the fact it faces unimproved, industrial land. Mr. Sadelack questioned whether the City would allow outside storage for RV parking in the location of Phase II prior to it being built. The Commission indicated that the City was not interested in outside storage. Page 3 of 6 June 5, 2001 Planning and Zoning Workshop Meeting Minutes Mr. March stated there would be a need to hold a public hearing for the issuance of the Special Use Permit. Chairperson Hanson suggested Mr. Sadelack be prepared to address lighting issues prior to appearing at the public hearing. Council Liaison Broussard Vickers indicated that Mr. Sadelack needed to use environmentally friendly lighting. Commissioner Wilharber questioned the hours of operation for the facility. Commissioner DeVine indicated that the Special Use Permit would address the hours of operation. Commissioner Wilharber stated concern about the type of fencing on the east and noted that the land is vacant now, but would be developed in the future. Commissioner Wilharber stated that if Phase II were never built, the City would want the same type of masonry block and fencing on the eastern perimeter. Mr. Sadelack stated he would prefer to use inexpensive fencing and be required to put the masonry and fencing in after a certain time frame if Phase II is not built. Commissioner Wilharber requested an estimated value of the facility. Mr. Sadelack indicated the facility, not including the land, had an estimated value of $1.5 million. Commissioner Wilharber stated that this type of use would not bring employment opportunities to the City. He then noted it may provide a benefit for residents; however, he did not feel it would benefit the City as much as bringing a business that provide employment opportunities to the industrial park. Mr. Sadelack indicated that even though his business would not provide employment opportunities, it would be providing tax base for the City. Council Liaison Broussard Vickers indicated that, in light of the new Ordinance changes and the limitations on outside storage, the City has created a need for this type of service. Commissioner Brainard questioned the rent for one (1) unit. Mr. Sadelack stated that a10 x 20, climate controlled unit would rent for approximately $225 a month Mr. March stated it would be interesting to know the percentage of small businesses using storage units. Mr. Sadelack indicated his statistics indicate that approximately thirty (30%) of those using storage units are small business owners and stated that the percentage is increasing. Commissioner Brainard questioned the vacancy rate. Mr. Sadelack stated he had been told to expect a fifty percent (50%) occupancy for the first year. He noted that full Page 4 of 6 June 5, 2001 Planning and Zoning Workshop Meeting Minutes capacity is determined to be eighty-five percent (85%) and noted he had gotten his figures from the Self-Storage Almanac. Mr. Sadelack stated his demographic study shows that the area is in need of storage and stated he feels an eighty-five percent (85%) occupancy rate for the first year may be obtainable. Commissioner Brainard questioned whether Mr. Sadelack would franchise the facility. Mr. Sadelack stated he was unsure, however it could be done. Commissioner Brainard questioned the hours of operation for the office. Mr. Sadelack indicated that office hours had not been determined, but stated he feels it may be necessary to be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. to accommodate before and after work traffic. Commissioner Brainard questioned the need for additional traffic control for the site. Commissioner McLean asked Mr. Sadelack to check the Self-Storage Almanac for traffic information. Mr. Sadelack indicated he would secure traffic numbers. Commissioner Kilian stated he felt the traffic flow would be spread out. Mr. Sadelack questioned whether the Commission approved of the revised plan. Consensus was that the submitted plan needed to more closely fit the requirements set by the Commission. Commissioner Wilharber suggested Mr. Sadelack have a landscaping plan for the public hearing on the Special Use Permit. Commissioner Brainard suggested removing one (1) unit on each side to make the end units more accessible. Commissioner Wilharber suggested that Mr. Sadelack contact Anoka County to determine the taxes for the facility and forward same at the next meeting. Chairperson Hanson left the meeting at 7:46 p.m. IV. OLD BUSINESS None. V. NEW BUSINESS 1. Ordinance #4 Amendments Page 5 of 6 June 5, 2001 Planning and Zoning Workshop Meeting Minutes This item was handled earlier in the meeting. 2. Petition for Ojibway Drive Mr. March stated that the City had received a petition requesting that the City take over Ojibway Drive and Council tabled the matter to allow ample time for the developer and town home associates to possibly reach a compromise. VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS Mr. March stated he was in the process of recruiting a planning intern. Mr. March stated that the Metropolitan Council is updating its regional blueprint and there was a possibility that the City could be required to make additional updates to the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. March stated he had submitted an application to Anoka County to receive GIS mapping capabilities. The maps would be utilized for updating the Comprehensive Plan. VII. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES Chairperson Hanson requested that the first page be changed to indicate that Council Liaison Broussard Vickers was present at the meeting. (He made this request prior to leaving the meeting.) 1.May 1, 2001 Meeting Minutes Motion by Commissioner Sheppard, seconded by Commissioner Kilian to approve the May 1, 2001 Meeting Minutes as amended. Ayes – 5, Commission Members Brainard, DeVine, Kilian, McLean and Sheppard, Nays – 0, Abstain – 1, (Wilharber). Motion carried. VIII. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Kilian, seconded by Commissioner DeVine to adjourn the June 5, 2001 Planning Commission Meeting at 7:46 p.m. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. Transcribed by: Joan Lenzmeier, Recording Secretary TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. Proofed by: Teresa Bender, Clerk/Treasurer Page 6 of 6