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.
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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
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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.
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