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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-04-29 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes RegularAGENDA REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA PLANNING COMMISSOIN WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 1998 7:30 P.M., EDINA CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS I. OLD BUSINESS: Z-98-1 & S-98-1 Final Rezoning and Final Plat Approval Namron Company LLC By Norman Bjornnes 51XX Lincoln Drive II. NEW BUSINESS: LD -98-3 JMS Equities 4908-4910 Malibu Drive LD -98-4 William and Margaret Joas 6612 Parkwood Road 6608 Parkwood Road LD -98-5 Roger Kullander 5312/5314 West 701h Street III. NEXT MEETING DATE: May 27, 1998 III. ADJOURNMENT: MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA PLANNING COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 1998, 7:30 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS MEMBERS PRESENT: Acting Chair, McClelland, Lonsbury, Byron, Swenson, Bergman, Ingwalson MEMBERS ABSENT: Gordon Johnson, David Runyan, Geof Workinger STAFF PRESENT: Craig Larsen, Jackie Hoogenakker I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: The minutes of the April 15, 1998, meeting were filed as submitted II. OLD BUSINESS: S98-1 & Z-98-1 Final Rezoning & Final Plat Namron Company LLC 51XX Lincoln Drive Mr. Larsen informed the Commission City Council granted Preliminary Rezoning and Plat approval for this 39 unit townhouse development on February 2, 1998. Mr. Larsen noted the proponent has now submitted plans in support of his request for Final Rezoning and Final Plat approval. Mr. Larsen pointed out the proposed site plan continues to illustrate development of the northerly 2/3 acre of the site. If the proponent acquires the parcel, the project could be enlarged by five units. The overall development density would not change. Mr. Larsen stated adding these units would require Planning Commission review and Council approval Mr. Larsen told the Commission the proposed grading plan received approval from the Nine Mile Watershed District. Concluding, Mr. Larsen said the proposed plans are consistent with the plans given preliminary approval and meet Ordinance standards for final approval. Staff recommends approval subject to: 1. Executed Developer's Agreement 2. Landscaping Bond The proponents, Mr. Bjornnes Sr. And Jr. were present to respond to questions. Commissioner Swenson asked Mr. Larsen if parking is permitted on the interior streets of the proposed development. Mr. Larsen said parking is not permitted on the interior streets. Parking is limited to guest area parking spaces, driveways, and on - street parking on Lincoln Drive. Commissioner Swenson asked if the site will be sprinkled. Mr. Larsen said he believes at this time the site will not be sprinkled. Mr. Larsen explained the City requires a Landscaping Bond for three growing seasons if a site is not sprinkled, and if sprinkled, two growing seasons: Mr. Bjornnes Jr. interjected that at this time, unless unforeseen difficulties arise the site will be sprinkled. Continuing, Mr. Bjornnes said he is uncertain about the northerly two-thirds portion of this site, and if he will acquire it. Mr. Bjornnes reported Mr. Kenneth (property owner of the northern piece of land) passed away, and that piece of property is now in probate. Mr. Bjornnes stated he is the executor of the Kenneth estate, reiterating he is not sure who will own the northerly piece after everything is settled. Mr. Bjornnes addressed the landscaping for the development informing Commission Members the site will be landscaped above what is required by Ordinance, adding he will continue to work with the property owners on Malibu Drive to develop a landscaping plan that meets with their approval. Commissioner Ingwalson said in reviewing the landscaping plan he observed the plantings along the Malibu property line are proposed to be planted with deciduous trees, not coniferous. He stated in his opinion coniferous trees would better screen the development from the property owners on Malibu. Mr. Bjornnes said a majority of the Malibu lots are screened by the northern piece of the Kenneth property which is already heavily screened with existing vegetation. Mr. Bjornnes reiterated he will continue to meet with the Malibu property owners to create a plan that satisfies all parties. Commissioner Swenson commented that she feels this proposal is superior to the previous proposal, adding she is happy the office area was eliminated. 2 Commissioner Swenson moved to recommend Final Rezoning and Final Plat approval subject to: 1)executed Developer's Agreement and 2) Landscaping Bond. Commissioner Ingwalson seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. III. NEW BUSINESS: LD -98-3 JMS Equities 490814910 Malibu Drive Mr. Larsen informed the Commission the subject property is a developed R-2, double dwelling lot. Separate utility connections are provided. The proponents are requesting a party wall division to facilitate separate ownership of each unit. Mr. Larsen concluded staff recommends approval. Commissioner Ingwalson commented that it appears the City is asked to approve many of these divisions. Mr. Larsen agreed, adding in this instance the structure is almost completed, and the party wall division will allow each side to be sold separately. Commissioner McClelland observed the location of the lot, and its configuration is difficult. Mr. Larsen agreed. Commissioner McClelland pointed out this is a good transitional area as you approach the single family homes in Parkwood Knolls. Commissioner Lonsbury moved to recommend lot division approval. Commissioner Bergman seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. LD -98-4 William and Margaret Joas 6612 Parkwood Road 6608 Parkwood Road Mr. Larsen informed the Commission the proposed lot division involves a land trade between two adjacent, developed single dwelling lots. The division involves a 3 narrow, triangular parcel created by moving the northerly point of the common lot line easterly 11 feet. The parcel contains an area of approximately 900 square feet. Both lot continue to comply with all Zoning Ordinance requirements after the trade. Mr. Larsen concluded staff recommends approval. Commissioner Byron moved to recommend lot division approval. Commissioner Lonsbury seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. LD -98-5 Roger Kullander 5312/5314 West 70th Street Mr. Larsen informed the Commission the subject property is a developed R-2, double dwelling lot. Separate utility connections are provided. The proponents are requesting a party wall division to facilitate separate ownership of each unit. Mr. Larsen concluded staff recommends approval. Commissioner Swenson commented in reviewing the survey the division appears to be unequal with regard to the land area, and questioned the reason for the discrepancy. Commissioner McClelland agreed, she pointed out if this division is approved we are allowing one parcel to have considerably less land, and if they ever want to add on to that side it will be extremely difficult. Mr. Larsen agreed, he added when reviewing the survey it appears the surveyor just divided the structure and continued the line. Mr. Larsen suggested tabling the issue to allow the surveyor time to rearrange the division line to a more appropriate land division. Commissioner Swenson moved to table this issue. Commissioner Lonsbury seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. IV. ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Lonsbury moved for adjournment at 8:30 p.m. Commissioner Byron seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. rio)20 e Hoogenakke��/ M