HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987 04-01 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes RegularMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING COMMISSION
HELD ON APRIL 1, 1987 AT 7:30 P.M.
EDINA CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairperson Helen McClelland, Lee
Johnson, Virginia Shaw, Phil
Sked, Jane Paulus and John Palmer
MEMBERS ABSENT: Gordon Johnson, John Bailey, William
Lewis and David Runyan
STAFF PRESENT: Craig Larsen, City Planner
Jackie Hoogenakker, Secretary
I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
Mr. Sked moved for approval of the February 25, 1987
Community Development and Planning Commission Meeting Minutes.
Mr. Palmer seconded the motion. All were in favor. The motion
carried.
II. OLD BUSINESS:
Z-86-2 Namron Corporation, R-1
Single Dwelling Unit District to
PRD -4, Planned Residence District
S-86-4 Vernon Oaks
Mr. Larsen asked the Commission to recall that preliminary
rezoning and preliminary plat approval for the subject property
was granted by the City Council on September 8, 1986.
Mr. Larsen informed the Commission the approved plans
illustrated a 3 story, 135 unit apartment building. The
proponent has now returned with overall development plans to
support a request for Final Zoning and Final Plat approval.
Plans submitted include a site plan, landscaping plan, grading
and utility plan, floor plans, unit plans, exterior elevations,
and a final plat. Overall development plans for the site
continue to illustrate a 3 story, 135 unit apartment building.
The exterior will be brick with lap siding accents and will have
a hip roof with asphalt shingles. The design and materials
proposed for the building are unchanged from the plan at
preliminary approval. The building exceeds all required
setbacks. Underbuilding parking, 169 spaces, conforms to
Ordinance requirements.
Mr. Larsen pointed out the preliminary approval by the City
Council included several special conditions. First, construction
of a sidewalk adjacent to Vernon Avenue which would connect to
the sidewalk system in the Grandview commercial area. The
overall development plan illustrates a sidewalk. Second, that a
storm water drainage plan acceptable to the City Engineer be
prepared. An acceptable plan has been submitted. Third, in
order to save existing vegetation and reduce hard surface
coverage surface parking should be reduced from the required 101
spaces. The final development plan illustrates 68 surface
parking spaces. A proof of parking plan illustrating the ability
to install 33 additional spaces has been submitted. A proof of
parking agreement, by which the City could force the installation
of the additional spaces has also been submitted. The final
condition was a commitment by the developer to share in the cost
of a traffic signal for nearby intersections if so warranted in
the future. The developer has committed to pay a proportionate
share of the cost.
Mr. Larsen added the landscaping plan proposes to retain
significant amounts of existing vegetation along the perimeter of
the site. The site has been staked and trees to be saved have
been trimmed. The proposed landscape plan conforms to Ordinance
requirements. However, to provide additional year around color
the developer will add approximately 10 evergreen trees.
Mr. Larsen told the Commission staff recommends Final
Rezoning and Final Plat approval for the following reasons:
1. Design development features of the proposal, including
number of dwelling units, building design and materials, parking,
and building location are consistent with preliminary approval.
2. With the exception of surface parking the plans meet or
exceed Zoning Ordinance requirements. Construction of the
additional 33 spaces needed to meet Ordinance requirements is
assured by the Proof of Parking Agreement.
3. A proof of parking agreement acceptable to the City Attorney
has been submitted.
4. The proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
5. An acceptable storm water drainage plan has been submitted.
6. A sidewalk along Vernon Avenue will be installed at the
developers expense.
7. The developer has agreed to participate in the cost of
signalization if signalization is warranted in the future.
Mr. Larsen concluded that staff suggests the following
conditions to approval:
1. Subdivision dedication.
2. Executed Developers Agreement.
3. Executed and recorded Proof of Parking Agreement.
4. Executed Assessment agreement for cost of possible
signalization.
The proponent, Mr. Norman Bjorness was present.
Mrs. McClelland asked Mr. Larsen where the sidewalk will be
located and the width of the walk. Mr. Larsen responded the
sidewalk will be constructed flush with the curb and the proposed
width is 5 feet. Mr. L. Johnson questioned if asphalt or
concrete would be used in the construction of the sidewalk. Mr.
Larsen replied the sidewalk will be constructed with concrete.
Mr. L. Johnson wondered if trees would have to be removed as a
result of the sidewalk. Mr. Larsen pointed out tree loss as a
result of the sidewalk will be minimal adding the relocation of
power poles may effect some trees. Mrs. Shaw asked Mr. Larsen
who is responsible in making a decision to increase the parking
capacity at the site if warranted. Mr. Larsen said the City
Manager and the City Planner are responsible in making that
decision. He added in his opinion the 68 visitor parking spaces
adequately meet the needs of this facility.
Mr. Palmer moved to recommend final rezoning and final plat
approval subject to staff conditions with the further condition
that the developer work with Edina City Staff in appropriately
locating the proposed additional 10 evergreen trees. Mr. Sked
seconded the motion. All were in favor. The motion carried.
III. NEW BUSINESS:
P-87-2 Golden Valley Microwave Foods
7450 Metro Boulevard
General Location West of Metro Boulevard and south
of West 74th Street
Request: Building Expansion
Mr. Larsen informed the Commission the subject property is
the former warehouse distribution center for General Electric
company. The site is 7.78 acres in size and is developed with an
office -warehouse building containing 114,249 square feet.
Mr. Larsen added Golden Valley Foods has submitted a request
to allow the construction of an addition to the building
containing 18,560 square feet. The addition would provide
freezer space and a new loading dock. In addition the existing
warehouse space would be converted to production and warehouse
space. The amount and location of office space would remain
unchanged. A break down of area by individual use is listed on
the attached calculation sheet supplied by the project architect.
Mr. Larsen pointed out there are currently 90 parking spaces
on this site. Following the expansion and remodeling 239 spaces
will be provided. The Zoning Ordinance requires parking at one
space per 400 square feet or the sum of the requirement for each
individual use, which ever is greater. In this case the sum of
the individual use yields 239 spaces and one space per 400 square
feet requires 306 spaces. Golden Valley Microwave Foods will
initially have 35-40 office employees and 3 shifts of 50
employees each.
The proposed plan does not conform to Ordinance requirements
for landscaping and screening. The Ordinance requires one
overstory tree per 40 feet of perimeter distance, a full
complement of understory trees and shrubs, plus screening for
parking areas located within 50 feet of a public street.
Approximately 10 overstory trees plus shrubbery and screening
materials are required.
The parking to building setback along portions of the
northside of the building fail to provide the required 10 foot
setback. The non -conforming 5 foot setback is proposed to remain
following the remodeling and addition.
Mr. Larsen told the Commission at its current facility, on
Washington Avenue, the plant discharges wastes into the sanitary
sewer system which at times, cause a blockage of the system.
Golden Valley Microwave Foods has submitted plans for a system
which is intended to eliminate this problem. The plans have the
preliminary approval of the City Engineer.
Mr. Larsen concluded staff recommends approval of the
proposed reuse of this property. Staff also recommends granting
the parking quantity and parking set back variances. The Zoning
Ordinance requirement of one space per 400 square feet was
intended for speculative building. In this case we know the
exact use of the building. The amount of parking provided
provides ample excess space to accommodate growth of the
business. Nothing would be gained by forcing reconstruction of
parking areas on the north side of the building to meet Ordinance
requirements.
Approval should be conditioned on:
1. Staff approval of a revised landscaping plan.
2. Approval of the sewage treatment system by the City
Engineer.
3. Painting the existing warehouse to match the new addition.
Joe Niedermayr, representing the proponent Golden Valley
Foods was present.
Mr. L. Johnson asked Mr. Niedermayr which Phase, I or II
would be implemented. Mr. Niedermayr said at the present time
Golden Valley's plan is to implement Phase I, however, it is very
possible if Golden Valley Microwave Food's continue it's current
growth pattern that Phase II may be implemented in the near
future. Mrs. McClelland asked Mr. Larsen if Mr. Hoffman, City
Engineer was comfortable with the proposed sewage control. Mr.
Larsen said the facility has a good physical setup which Mr.
Hoffman is comfortable with. Mr. Palmer wondered if the City
would retain control of parking if Golden Valley Foods were to
sell the facility. Mr. Larsen responded the City can exercise
control at the building permit stage if there is ownership
change.
Mr. P. Sked moved to recommend approval subject to staff
conditions. Mr. Palmer seconded the motion. All were in favor.
The motion carried.
C-87-2 City of Edina
Park and Recreation Department,
Arneson Acres Park
General Location: South of West 70th Street and
west of West Shore Drive
Request: Expansion of home to house Edina
Historical Society and Edina Garden
Council
Mr. Larsen informed the Commission the Zoning Ordinance
requires a Conditional Use Permit for publicly owned civic and
cultural buildings in the R-1 Zoning District. The Edina Park
and Recreation Department has applied for a Permit to allow the
renovation and expansion of the Arneson home to house the
Historical Society and Garden Council.
Mr. Larsen told the Commission the master plan for the
development of Arneson Acres Park has received approval from the
Edina Park Board. He added the plan has also been presented to
the City Council on a informational basis.
Mr. Larsen pointed out development of the existing home as a
headquarters for the two groups would occur in two phases. Phase
1, which would start immediately, would involve remodeling within
the existing structure to create meeting rooms, storage space,
work and exhibit spaces. Phase 2, which is planned for 1988,
would expand the house by 1,750 square feet. Total area in the
house would be 6,500 square feet following the expansion. The
addition would provide more office, exhibit an storage space.
Mr. Larsen added the park master plan envisions the
construction of an extensive pathway system through a series of
formal gardens. Reconstruction of the existing maintenance
building and the westerly parking area are other key elements of
the plan.
Mr. Larsen concluded Arneson Acres Park promises to be a
unique and beautiful facility for the community and an asset to
the neighborhood. Staff recommends approval.
Mr. Robert Kojetin, Director of Park and Recreation for the
City of Edina was present. Ms. Beverly Harris and Mr. Jim
Fenlason representing the Edina Garden Council and the Historical
Society were also present.
Mr. Kojetin, with graphics pointed out to the Commissioner's
the overall re -development of the park. The Commissioner's
expressed pleasure, enthusiasm and high support for the proposed
re -development of Arneson Acres Park.
Mr. Palmer moved to recommend approval. Mr. Sked seconded
the motion. All were in favor. The motion carried.
IV. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 8:03 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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