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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988 06-01 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes RegularMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING COMMISSION HELD ON JUNE 1, 1988, AT 7:30 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman William Lewis, Lee Johnson, John Bailey, Helen McClelland, Del Johnson, Gordon Johnson, John Palmer, David Runyan, Jane Paulus, Virginia Shaw, and Geof Workinger STAFF PRESENT: Craig Larsen, City Planner Jackie Hoogenakker, Secretary I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES• Commissioner Palmer moved for approval of the April 27, 1988 Community Development and Planning Commission Meeting Minutes. Commissioner D. Johnson seconded the motion. All were in favor. The motion carried. II. OLD BUSINESS• Z-88-1 Room and Board, Inc. & 7100 France Avenue South P-88-1 Amendment of the Comprehensive Plan 1980 to change Land Use Designation from Office to Commercial. Rezoning Request from POD -1, Planned Office District to PCD -2, Planned Commercial District. Amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 825 to Permit Furniture Stores in Office Building District subject to Conditional Use Permit, or subject to Locational Restrictions ` Mr. Larsen informed the Commission that Room and Board, Inc. withdrew their request for rezoning and an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan 1980. III. NEV BUSINESS - S -88-5 Preliminary Plat Approval for Swenson's Replat of Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 3, Edenmoor Addition Mr. Larsen asked the Commission to recall their recommendation for approval of a proposal to redevelop the subject property with a 6 unit townhouse development at its April 27, 1988 meeting. At its May 16, 1988 meeting the City Council voted to have staff prepare findings to support denial of the townhouse proposal. Subsequent to the Council action the proponent has requested a suspension of action on the townhouse proposal, and has submitted a single family plat for review by the Commission. Mr. Larsen added the subject property comprises 3 lots of the Edenmoor Addition, platted in 1941. Two of the lots are developed with single family homes. The third is undeveloped due to its lack of frontage on a public street. A 30 foot by 110 foot section of public right of way exists in the southeasterly portion of the property. Mr. Larsen pointed out the proposed plat contains 4 single family lots. The lots range in size from 10,136 square feet to 16,112 square feet in area with an average lot size of 12,693 square feet. All of the lots meet or exceed Zoning Ordinance requirements for single family lots. Mr. Larsen asked the Commission to review the revised plat which depicts a "hammer head" road instead of the road on the original 4 lot plan. Lots is the revised plat range in size from 10,120 square feet to 17,680 square feet with an average size of 12,584 square feet. The lots are all larger than required by the Zoning Ordinance. The lots are, also, generally consistent in size and shape with the lots of the Richmond Hills Staff would recommend preliminary plat approval subject to the following conditions: 1. Final Plat Approval 2. Subdivision Dedication 3. Developers Agreement Mr. Harvey Swenson, proponent was present. Mr. Swenson explained to the Commission the revised plat depicting the revision of the road is a result of working with neighbors and City staff. Mr. Swenson said the general consensus is that the "hammer head turnaround" is the best approach for the neighborhood. Mr. Swenson pointed out the four property owners on Richwood Drive prefer this approach because there would be not road behind their homes. Commission members indicated they were satisfied with the previously submitted proposal for townhouses and felt the plan which was presented on April 27, 1988 was an ideal way to buffer residential neighbors from commercial areas. They noted the townhouse proposal was a change from the Land Use Designation in the City's Comprehensive Plan but pointed out the Grandview Area is an area that has been earmarked for re -development and improvement which could include changes to the plan. Commissioner Paulus said the City must look at the needs of the community as a whole. She added Edina has a need for alternative housing. Many residents reach a point in their life's where they cannot care for a large home and it's upkeep of lawn care, snow removal, etc. A townhouse situation can be a perfect alternative. Commissioner Paulus stated she was very pleased with the previous townhouse proposal. The Commission indicated they were unclear regarding the direction of the Council in having staff present "Findings for Denial"on the townhouse proposal. Mr. Larsen said reasons the Council may have asked for "Findings for Denial" may have been a density issue and a change in the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Larsen informed the Commission Mr. Swenson when developing the townhouse proposal also had the 4 lot single family development as an alternate. Mr. Swenson indicated that he is pleased with the alternate plan. Commissioner McClelland asked if the proposed houses would have a curb cut on Vernon Avenue. Mr. Larsen responded that there would not be a curb cut on Vernon Avenue. Commissioner L. Johnson said he feels the proposed lots are substandard when compared with current subdivisions in the City. He added in his opinion the lots are not deep enough when all aspects of the proposal are considered. Commissioner L. Johnson pointed out that the proponent has suggested reduced front yard setbacks from the minimum requirements. A reduction in front yard setbacks is not acceptable. Mr. Swenson explained the reason for a reduction in the front yard setback requirement is to better accommodate the neighborhood. Commissioner Palmer said he views this current proposal with favor and does not see any difficulty with the "hammer head turnaround". He added he is also' uncomfortable with a reduction in front yard setbacks. He pointed out if this plat is approved he would not want to see legal ramifications regarding the reduced front yard setback. Commissioner McClelland proposed that the new street be posted to prevent parking on it by employees/clients of the Harvey Hansen building. Mr. Ron Cohen, President of the Richmond Hills Neighborhood Association, 5213 Richwood Drive, told the Commission he has not had an opportunity to view the current single family development proposal. He asked the Commission for time to meet with the residents of the neighborhood to review the new plans. Mr. Swenson told Mr. Cohen he is willing to meet with him and other residents of the area to review the proposed plant. Mr. Swenson gave Mr. Cohen a copy of the preliminary plat for his review. Commissioner Palmer moved to recommend preliminary plat approval for the revised plan subject to staff conditions and the recommendation that the proponent meets the front yard setback standards. Commissioner McClelland seconded the motion. Upon roll call vote: Ayes: Bailey, McClelland, D. Johnson, G. Johnson, L. Lewis, J. Palmer, D. Runyan, V. Shaw and J. Paulus. Nays: L. Johnson, G. Workinger IV. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m. .._