HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989 04-05 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes RegularMINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE EDINA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING COMMISSION
HELD ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 5, 1989, AT 7:30 P.M.
EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT: CHAIRMAN, GORDON JOHNSON, NAN FAUST, ROBERT HALE, JOHN
PALMER, HELEN MCCLELLAND, DAVID RUNYAN, VIRGINIA SHAW,
GEOF WORRINGER, LEE JOHNSON AND DEL JOHNSON
MEMBERS ABSENT: JOHN BAILEY
STAFF PRESENT: CRAIG LARSEN, CITY riANNER
JACKIE HOOGENAR.KE , SECRETARY
I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: v4RAN __-`
Commissioner Runyan moved for approval of the 1, 1989 Community
Development and Planning Commission Minutes. Commissioner Palmer seconded the
motion. All were in favor. Motion carried.
II. NEW BUSINESS:
P-89-1 Hawthorn Edina, Inc.
Hyatt Development Corporation
Zoning District: Mixed Development District, MDD-5
Request: Amend Final Development Plan, and amend the Zoning
Ordinance to allow a hotel as principal use in the
MDD-5 district.
Mr. Larsen presented his staff report noting:
- The proposed hotel's design is compatible and complementary to
Edinborough
- The hotel does not have a bar or restaurant
- The character of the proposed hotel is residential rather than
a full service hotel
- The hotel is a much lower peak hour traffic generator than an
office building
Mr. Larsen concluded staff recommends approval of the amendment to the Final
Development Plan, the proposed setback variance, and the addition of hotel to
the list of principal uses in the MDD-5 district; subject to an executed
redevelopment contract with the HRA.
Mr. John Lyons, Senior Project Manager for Hawthorn Suites and his development
team were present, Mr. L. Laukka was present, Arijs Pakalns, representing BRW,
Inc. was present, Mike Jordan and Ellen Luken, representing Winsor/Faricy
Architects, Inc. were present.
Mr. Lyons explained Hawthorn Suites is a company approximately two years old.
He added a year and a half ago Hawthorn Suites was acquired by the Hyatt
Development Corporation. He said the concept for the proposed hotel is to
establish a market for the extended stay user. With graphics Mr. Lyons
highlighted floor plans and common areas for the proposed hotel.
- each suite would be roughly 450-455 square feet.
- each suite would include a kitchen and eating area.
- each suite would create an apartment like atmosphere versus a
conventional hotel
- cost per night will be between $80-$120 dollars
- the typical length of stay is five -seven nights
- proposed hotel is architecturally compatible with Edinborough
- the common area in the hotel would be oriented toward the park
Mr. Mike Jordan, architect, reported the proposed hotel is narrower than the
previously approved office building. He pointed out the proposed hotel is
situated farther from the park, and is only two stories high at the park
connection. This will result in more light for the park and less shadowing.
Mr. Jordan said the color, green roof tiles, gables, and color stepping of the
proposed hotel matches the housing and office towers of Edinborough.
Ms. Ellen Luken, architect, using graphics explained the service and kitchen
areas of the proposed hotel. She pointed out their location at the rear of the
hotel, north side of the building. Ms. Luken asked the Commission to note that
all mechanical equipment will be heavily screened and the loading dock will be
tucked and angled into the building. She told the Commission the proposed
placement of the loading dock would have minimal impact on the residents of
Edinborough.
Commissioner G. Johnson questioned the number of trip generations by vehicles
delivering goods or picking up garage at the loading dock. Mr. Lyons responded
it is their belief that the nature of the proposed hotel would generate a need
for minimal deliveries/pick-ups, possibly three times per week. Commissioner G.
Johnson asked the size of the service vehicles. Mr. Lyons said the largest
vehicle will be the city garbage truck, the other vehicles will be van or panel
truck size vehicles.
Commissioner L. Johnson asked Mr. Lyons if employees will enter the hotel
through the service entrance? Mr. Lyons said employees will not enter through
the service entrance. Commissioner L. Johnson questioned the use of the
tram -way for service vehicles and asked Mr. Larsen who will maintain the
proposed tram -way? Mr. Larsen said at this time the details have not been
ironed out as to responsibility for paying for the tram -way. Mr. Larsen
indicated that the City would maintain the tram -way. Commissioner Shaw asked
the width of the tram -way? Mr. said the tram -way is 20 feet in width.
Mr. Pakalns explained to the Commission the revised configuration of the
tram -way. He pointed out the revised tram -way is curved away from the
residential area. This is a plus for residents of Edinborough who face the
tram-way. Commissioner Runyan questioned if the 20 foot width of the tram-way
is adequate if vehicles meet. Mr. Pakalns said the width was adequate.
Commissioner G. Johnson noted there could be possible parking problems at the
hotel site if people other than hotel guests use the hotel parking lot when they
visit the park facility. Mr. Lyons said they feel the calculated parking need
for the hotel is approximately 85 spaces daily. According to the zoning
ordinance the hotel site is to provide 157 parking space. Mr. Lyons added the
site was designed with 166 required parking spaces which one hopes would
eliminate potential parking problems. Commissioner G. Johnson suggested if a
problem occurred a "hotel parking only" sign could be posted.
Mr. Larsen asked the Commission to note the development team for the Hawthorn
project had met with the residents of Edinborough Condominiums.
Commissioner McClelland directed a question to Mr. Larsen on signage for the
proposed hotel. Mr. Larsen said at this time there is no provision in the sign
ordinance to deal with commercial uses in the Mixed-Use Development district.
Commissioner McClelland pointed out signage could become a nuisance in the area
when the development of Centennial Lakes is considered. Mr. Larsen proposed
that City staff would study the current sign ordinance and implement appropriate
changes. The signage of the proposed hotel would have to conform with the
present signage found throughout the Edinborough site.
Commissioner Shaw asked Mr. Lyons if the proposed hotel would be handicapped
accessible. Mr. Lyons explained on each floor there is a unit equipped to
accommodate their special needs.
Mike Perpich, resident of Edinborough told the Commission a large majority of
the residents favor this development proposal over the previously approved
office tower. He noted a point of concern mentioned by Edinborough residents
was the proposed location of the service entrance on the north side of the
building. He added the rationale is understood as to why the entrance was
located there.
Commissioner Palmer moved to recommend approval of the amendment to the Final
Development Plan, amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 825, adding a hotel as a
permitted use in the MDD-5 district, and the proposed setback variance; noting
this revised use is viewed as a positive transition. Approval is also subject
to an executed redevelopment contract with the HRA. Commissioner McClelland
seconded the motion. Ayes: Palmer, McClelland, Shaw, Workinger, Faust, Hale, D.
Johnson, L. Johnson, D. Runyan, G. Johnson. Motion carried.
LD-89-3 5813-5814 View Lane
Lot 6, Block 4, Parkwood Knolls 11th Addition
Mr. Larsen informed the Commission the property is an existing double bungalow.
He added the units do not have the required separate water services.
Mr. Larsen concluded staff recommends approval subject to the installation of
individual water services.
Commissioner McClelland moved to recommend approval subject to installation of
grater services. Commissioner Shag seconded the motion. Ayes; Palmer,
McClelland, L. Johnson, D. Johnson, Workinger, Shag, Faust, Bale, Runyan, G.
Johnson. Motion carried.
III. OTHER BUSINESS:
Discussion of Subdivision Ordinance Amendments
Mr. Larsen told the Commission during the past ten weeks City Staff has reviewed
the Edina subdivision process. He explained the materials sent in the
Commission packet to be reviewed are "brain storm" ideas that Staff would like
Commission's input on.
The Planning Commission agreed to review the materials sent by Staff and have
suggestions and comments prepared for the April 26, 1989 Planning Commission
meeting.
Request by Mayor Richards
Chairman Johnson told members of the Commission he received a letter from Mayor
Richards. Mayor Richards requested that the Planning Commission and the Board
of Appeals meet with the Council on a yearly basis, before a Council meeting of
their choice.
A brief discussion ensued regarding available dates for the meeting with
Council.
Chairman Johnson directed the Secretary to inform Ms. Wohlarbe the Commission
would like to meet with the Council before the Council Meeting of June 19, 1989.
The Board of Appeals and Adjustments would like to meet with the Council in
October, 1989.
IV. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
Hoogenakker, Secretar