HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-10-01 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes RegularAGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA PLANNING COMMISSION
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2003, 7:30 PM
EDINA CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
4801 WEST 50 TH STREET
I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
August 27, 2003
II. NEW BUSINESS:
S-03-7
LD-03-4
Preliminary Plat Approval
Blake Heights
TC Builders, Inc.
Griffit Street/Arthur Street
Lot Division
Douglas Condon
5828 78th Street West
III. OTHER BUSINESS:
FYI on Select Graphics of 2000 US Census Data Re: Edina Seniors
IV. NEXT MEETING DATE:
October 29, 2003
V. ADJOURNMENT
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
THE EDINA PLANNING COMMISSION
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2003, 7:30 PM
EDINA CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
4801 WEST 50TH STREET
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Chair, Gordon Johnson, David Byron, Ann Swenson, Helen McClelland,
David Runyan, Stephen Brown, William Skallerud
MEMBERS ABSENT:
John Lonsbury and Geof Workinger
STAFF PRESENT:
Craig Larsen and Jackie Hoogenakker
I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
The minutes of the August 27, 2003, meeting were filed as submitted.
II. NEW BUSINESS:
S-03-7 Preliminary Plat Approval
Eric Lind/ TC Builders, Inc.
North of Belmore Lane, West Griffit Street, and
East Arthur St extended
Mr. Larsen informed the Commission the subject property comprises 4+
plated lots, and a portion of platted right of way (unimproved) for Spruce Road.
Mr. Larsen reminded the Commission the City Council granted preliminary
approval for this subdivision on January 15, 2002. The proponents did not
present a final plat within the required one-year period, thus the proposed plat
needs to be reheard by the Commission and Council. The proposed plat is
unchanged from the plat approved in January 2002.
Mr. Larsen concluded staff recommends approval of the proposed plat as
presented. As noted the plat is the same plat approved by the City Council in
2002. Preliminary plat approval is conditioned on:
1. final plat approval
2. subdivision dedication for one lot
3. developer's agreement
4. watershed district permits
The proponent, Mr. Eric Lind and interested neighbors were present.
Commissioner McClelland commented on the City's requirement for
posting signs indicating a lot is proposed for subdivision and questioned proper
sign location. An unidentified neighbor interjected and informed the Commission
a sign is posted on Arthur Street (difficult to see), and the sign on Griffit Street is
toppled over. Commissioner McClelland asked Mr. Larsen the requirements for
sign posting. Mr. Larsen explained code requires that sign(s) be posted on each
street frontage nine (9) days before the meeting of the Planning Commission.
Mr. Larsen said he was unaware the sign on Griffit Street was down.
Commissioner McClelland agreed that the sign on Arthur Street is very difficult to
see. Mr. Larsen told the Commission all signs are required to be located on the
subject property, not city property, so the location of the sign on Arthur Street is
correct.
Mr. Wheeler, attorney representing a neighbor, Mrs. Lundholm who
resides at 309 Arthur Street, told the Commission according to city requirements
proper notification of this meeting did not occur. Continuing, he referred to an
undated notification letter from the proponent with the postmark on the envelope
September 22, 2003. Mr. Wheeler said code requires ten (10) days notification.
Mr. Wheeler also pointed out the signs had not been erected according to code.
Commissioner Swenson asked Mr. Wheeler if he is suggesting that this
meeting be held-over for one month. Mr. Wheeler said he believes that would be
the correct thing to do.
Mr. Lind, proponent told the Commission a number of residents contacted
him by phone as a result of the mailed notification, adding he feels adequate
notification was given.
Mr. Wheeler said there are two residents who did not receive written
notice of the meeting and he has affidavits from them stating that.
Commissioner Skallerud asked the proponent if a delay of one month is
acceptable to him. Mr. Lind responded his hope is that a vote would occur this
evening. Continuing, Mr. Lind told the Commission he has attempted to finalize
this project for some time with neighboring property owners aware of his intent.
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Mr. Lind said bids have gone out for new road. Mr. Andy Garner told the
Commission the builder is not present this evening so any ramifications from this
being held over are not entirely known.
Mr. Wheeler told the Commission the owner of the property at 309 Arthur
Street is 97 years old and is greatly concerned over this proposal. He reiterated
adequate notification was not given and the legal description noted on the written
notification is misleading. He concluded this item should not be on the agenda
this evening.
Commissioner Byron asked Mr. Wheeler if he would provide the names of
the neighbors who indicated they did not receive notice of this meeting. Mr.
Wheeler said he would submit the affidavits stating that. Commissioner Byron
responded just the names would satisfy him. Mr. Wheeler said the names of the
two neighbors that did not receive written notice are Marlys Rechkemmer and
Marlys Fiterman, 308 Arthur Street. Mr. Garner told the Commission they
received the names of property owners within 500 feet from City records.
Commissioner Byron commented while nothing may change during the
next month he would move to recommend continuing this item to the October 29,
2003 Planning Commission meeting. Commissioner Skallerud seconded the
motion. All voted aye; motion carried.
Commissioner Byron questioned if mailed re-notification needs to occur.
Mr. Larsen said it is in the best interest of the proponent to re-notify the
neighbors of the October 29, 2003, meeting, adding the subdivision ordinance
requires written notification. Mr. Larsen said he would also check to make sure
the sign is reposted on Griffit Street.
LD-03-4 Lot Division
Douglas Condon
5828 78th Street West
Mr. Larsen informed the Commission the proposed lot division would
move the westerly lot line of Lot 3 twenty-five feet to the east. The result would
be to remove the notch from Lot 3 and give more depth to Lot 2. Both lots would
continue to comply with all Ordinance standards.
Mr. Larsen concluded staff recommends approval of the lot division.
The proponents, Mr. and Mrs. Condon were present to respond to
questions.
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Commissioner McClelland questioned who has ownership of the outlot
located behind Parcel B. Mr. Condon responded that strip of land would stay
with Parcel B.
Commissioner Swenson moved to recommend lot division approval.
Commissioner Byron seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried.
III. OTHER BUSINESS:
Select Graphics of 2000 US Census Data Re: Edina Seniors
Mr. Larsen told the Commission the Human Relations Committee asked
planning staff to send you copies of the census data with regard to Edina seniors.
Chairman Johnson asked Mr. Larsen what is expected of the Commission
with regard to this information. Mr. Larsen said the Human Relations Committee
wants the Commission to acknowledge receipt of the information and to keep this
information in the back of their minds when viewing new proposals.
Commissioner Swenson commented this information helps when one
considers transitional housing. Including the option of allowing people to remain
in their homes as long as possible. Mr. Larsen agreed adding the goal of every
municipality is to provide housing alternatives for everyone as their needs
change.
Commissioner McClelland said it is also important for seniors to know
there are organizations out there that will provide them with help enabling them
to remain in their homes as long as possible and guide them in their search for
alternative housing when the need arises.
Commissioner Brown said what is important to him as a planning
commissioner is long range planning and this information plays into that.
Continuing, Commissioner Brown noted Edina is a mature community where
redevelopment will be the norm. Commissioner Brown asked if the City Council
has a vision for Edina.
Mr. Larsen told the Commission the City Council developed a guide called
Vision 20/20 that includes addressing our senior population and redevelopment
possibilities in Edina. Commissioner Brown said in his opinion it would be
worthwhile for the Commission and Council to meet to share this vision. Mr.
Larsen said in the past Council Members have met with members of the
commission to discuss topics of interest to both bodies.
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A discussion ensued with Commission Members expressing the desire to
meet with members of the City Council to discuss issues to include
redevelopment and aging facing the residents of Edina
IV. NEXT MEETING DATE: December 3, 2003
V. ADJOURNMENT:
Jackie Hoogenakker
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