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.
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