HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987 02-25 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes RegularMINUTES OI' THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING COMMISSION
HELD ON FEBRUARY 25, 1987 AT 7:30 P.M.
EDINA CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Gordon Johnson, Del Johnson.
John Bailey, Virginia Shaw, Helen
`"cClelland, David Runyan, John Palmer
and Jane Paulus
MEMBERS ABSENT: Philip Sked and William Lewis
STAFF PRESENT: Philip S. Dommer, Associate Planner
Jackie Hoogenakker, Secretary
I. OLD BUSINESS:
Z-86-1 Robert Hanson, R-1, Single Dwelling
& Unit District to Planned Residential
5-87-1 District PRD -2
and
Final Plat Approval for Shadow Hill
Townhouses
Mr. Dommer reminded the Commission preliminary rezoning of
the subject property was granted by the City Council on October
20, 1987, and preliminary plat approval was granted on January
26, 1987.
Mr. Dommer explained the proponent has returned with overall
development plans and is requesting a final rezoning and final
plat approval. The plan continues to illustrate a 15 unit
townhouse development contained in four separate buildings. All
of the building provide the required setbacks. A couple of minor
changes have occurred since preliminary approval. First family
rooms are illustrated on the two end units. These rooms measure
approximately 16 feet by 214 feet. The rooms provide the
necessary setbacks. Second, the deck areas over the garages have
been replaced by hip roofs. Except for the above noted changes,
the unit plans are as in the approved preliminary plan.
Mr. Dommer added several details of the landscape plan and
schedule should be pointed out. First, the plan empathizes
screening of the project from the highway through plantings on
the south side of Vernon Court. Due to the proximity of these
plantings to the street damage by snowplows could occur. The
small distance between the street and the highway fence makes
this unavoidable. Second, a small retaining wall is proposed
south of Vernon Court in the extreme southwesterly corner of the
site. This retaining wall must be moved at least five feet back
from the curb line. The landscape schedule proposes that 11
existing hardwood trees count toward the requirement. These
trees should be identified on the plan. Sixteen seedless ash
trees are proposed at 2 inches in size. The Ordinance specifies
a minimum size of 2 1/2 inches. Finally, the proposed retaining
walls north of the units lack sufficient detail to determine
their adequacy.
Mr. Dommer concluded the proposed overall development plans
are consistent with those given preliminary approval. The
changes to the plan are minor and do not represent a change which
significantly alter the approved concept. Staff concerns are
with site development features outside the proposed buildings.
These concerns are technical in nature and can be reviewed by
staff prior to issuance of building permits.
Staff recommends final rezoning and final plat approval
subject to the following conditions
1. No permits shall be issued until evidence that the plat has
been recorded and real estate taxes and special assessment
payments are current are provided.
2. The following changes and modifications to the landscaping
plan be approved by the Building Inspector and City Engineer
prior to issuance of a building permit.
A. Retaining wall in southeasterly corner of site be moved
5 feet back from curb line or be removed.
B. Existing mature trees on site should be illustrated on
the plan an tagged on site.
C. All landscaping stock shall be at least at the minimum
Ordinance size requirements.
3. A detail of the proposed retaining wall system be provided
which illustrates the height of all walls, materials, and the
frequency and type of proposed tie -backs. This plan should be
prepared and signed by a registered architect or engineer.
3. Subdivision dedication.
Commission Members briefly discussed the proposed plans and
agreed that any technical concerns should be worked out at a
staff level.
Mrs. McClelland moved to recommend final rezoning and plat
approval subject to staff conditions. fir. Palmer seconded the
motion. -1r. G. _�ohnson Abstained. The motion carried.
II. NEW BUSINESS
P-87-2 Final Development Plan
Midwest Federal
3100 West 66th Street
Request: Midwest Federal Building Expansion
Zoning: Planned Office District
Mr. Dommer informed the Commission the subject property is a
triangular parcel forming an island at the intersections of
Xerxes Avenue, York Avenue and West 66th Street. The site is
currently developed with a 4810 square foot circular structure
and 2 drive up teller kiosks. The proponents request approval of
a plan to add approximately 2210 square feet to the building by
extending the circular pattern 8 feet and enlarging the
underground vault. Two additional drive -up teller kiosks will
also be added. The proposed plan provides several site
improvements by eliminating several non -conforming setbacks and
providing additional landscaping. Surplus parking in excess of
ordinance requirements by 8 parking stalls is also incorporated
into the plan.
Mr. Dommer pointed out in general the proposed site conforms
to ordinance requirements, however, the proponents request
consideration for permitting three non -conforming features to
remain. One, the parking stalls adjacent to the flagpole do not
provide the required 10 foot setback from the building. Two, an
existing parking stall at the entrance from Xerxes Avenue is
setback less than the required 20 feet from the right of way.
Three, the service kiosks at the drive up teller are at a width
of 8.5 feet instead of the required 9 feet. The proponents have
agreed to reduce the exit width from the drive -up teller area to
20 feet as required. The plan currently snows a 32 foot width
which may encourage entry at that point.
The proposed plan continues the design of the existing
materials using colored steel panels and clear glass.
Mr. Dommer added despite the unusual shape of the site, the
proposed plan provides several site improvements and permits a
reasonable expansion and additional parking on-site.
Staff supports the request for the non -conforming setbacks
to parking, however, prefers that the drive -up teller width be
increased to 9 feet as the ordinance requires. Other new drive -up
teller facilities in the City have met this requirement.
Mr. Dommer concluded staff recommends Final Development Plan
approval conditioned on Hennepin County approval regarding access
design, the reduction of the drive -up teller exit to 20 feet
maximum as previously stated, and drive up teller widths of 9
feet.
Mr. Egge, representing the proponent Midwest Federal was
present.
Mr. G. Johnson questioned Fran Hoffman, City Engineer, as to
whether the island on 66th Street was to be extended east past
Xerxes preventing access from Xerxes to eastbound 66th Street.
Mr. Hoffman responded that it was his understanding that the
County planned to do that, .,Ir. Hoffman suggested that the bank
review this with Hennepin County and assess its impact on their
traffic circulation.
A brief discussion ensued between Commission '^embers and Mr.
Egge regarding the request by Midwest Federal to construct the
drive -up teller widths at 8.6 feet instead of the required 9 feet
which is stipulated by the Edina Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Runyan
suggested staff study the reason(s) for the stipulation of 9 feet
between drive -up aisles. He pointed out the ordinance may not
have addressed the fact that cars are now scaled smaller. The
8.6 feet requested by the proponent may be adequate for the
times. Mr. Egge said midwest Federal would prefer the 8.6 foot
width but has no problem with the Ordinance requirement of 9
feet.
Mrs. McClelland moved to recommend approval subject to staff
conditions and the condition that the drive -up teller widths
remain at 9 feet. iir. Runyan seconded the motion. All were in
favor. The motion carried.
i
S-87-4 Preliminary Plat Approval for John Laurent
and Associates.
General Location: North of West 78th Street and east of Marth
Road
Mr. Dommer informed the Commission the subject property is
comprised of two, developed single family lots. Together the
lots have a frontage of 268 feet on -',earth Road and a total area
of 41,184 square feet.
The proponent has submitted a subdivision request which
would create one new buildable lot. The existing home on the
southerly lot would be removed. The existing home on the
northerly portion of the property would remain. Lot widths for
the new lots would be 102 feet, 84 feet and 82 feet. Lot areas
would be 17,970 square feet, 12,964 square feet and 10,250 square
feet. All three lots would Ordinance requirements for single
dwelling lots.
Mr. Dommer pointed out the properties along ',arth Road are
undergoing a transition. Several large older properties have
been replatted in recent years. The most recent, Braemar Hills
11th Addition, created the lots on the west side of Marth Road.
The new lots opposite the subject property are 100 feet wide.
The topography of these lots is significantly different than that
of the subject property. The lots on the west side of the road
drop off dramatically. The buildable area on the subject
property is relatively level.
Pr. Dommer concluded staff believes the proposal is a
logical continuation of the redevelopment of the area. The
proposed new lots will provide building sites compatible with
others in the neighborhood. The extra width of the lots on the
west side of P,arth is needed to compensate for the extremely
steep slopes on the lots.
Staff recommends approval of the proposed preliminary plat
subject to:
1. Final Plat Approval.
2. Subdivision Dedication.
3. Utility Connection Charges
Mr. Laurent, proponent was present.
:9r. Laurent told the Commission the existing home on the
site will be removed or demolished. Mr. Laurent said in his
opinion this proposal is a continuation of the redevelopment of
the area.
Mr. Palmer moved to recommend preliminary plat approval.
Mr. Bailey seconded the motion. All were in favor. The motion
carried.
S-87-5 Preliminary Plat Approval
for DCI Second Addition
Generally Located: South of Waterman Avenue and east
of Blake Road
Mr. Dommer told the Commission the subject property measures
approximately 122 feet by 580 feet and is 56,800 square feet in
area. The property is a through lot with frontage on Interlachen
Boulevard and on Blake Road. An existing dwelling is located on
the southerly portion of the property relating to the Interlachen
Boulevard frontage.
The proponents have submitted a request for subdivision
which would create one new buildable lot fronting on Waterman
Avenue. The lot would be 122 feet wide, 233 feet deep and would
contain 28,515 square feet. Existing single family dwellings are
located to the west and north of the proposed lot, and to the
east is Interlachen Country Club.
The subdivision ordinance requires that all of the property
be included in the plat. The lot for the existing dwelling would
become Lot 2 of the new plat. Utility easements along the
property lines are not shown on the preliminary plat These
easements are required. The plat must also dedicate the right of
way for Interlachen Boulevard.
Mr. Dommer concluded the proposed lots are compatible with ,
and larger than existing lots in the neighborhood. The proposed
lot width of 122 feet compares to an average width of 92 feet for
existing lots fronting on this block of Waterman Avenue.
Staff recommends preliminary plat approval with the
following conditions and modifications.
1. Final Plat Approval
2. Subdivision dedication.
3. The inclusion of all of the property in the plat and
easements for roadway and utility purposes.
4. Dedication of property south of Interlachen Boulevard
as an Outlot.
Mr. R. Chase, representative for D.C.I. Construction,
Incorporated was present.
Mrs. McClelland asked Mr. Chase the reason for splitting the
lot as it is shown on the preliminary plat. Mr. Chase replied
the lot was split on the sanitary sewer line.
Mr. Del Johnson moved to recommend preliminary plat approval
subject to staff conditions. Mr. Runyan seconded the motion.
All were in favor. The motion carried.
LD -87-2 6938-6940 Maloney
Parts of Lot 14 and 15, Block 9,
West Minneapolis Heights
Mr. Dommer informed the Commission the proponent is
requesting a party wall lot division of an existing double
bungalow. Separate utility connections are provided.
Mr. Dommer stated staff recommends approval.
Mr. Palmer moved to recommend approval. Mr. D. Johnson
seconded the motion. All were in favor. The motion carried.
III. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,