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CITY OF EDINA, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
SEPTEMBER 27, 2012
7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Grabiel called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM
II. ROLL CALL
Answering the roll call were Commissioners Scherer, Forrest, Kilberg, Platteter,
Cherkassky, Carpenter, Staunton, Fischer Grabiel.
Absent from the roll: Schroeder and Potts
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA
The agenda was filed as submitted.
IV. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Scherer moved approval of the September 12, 2012, meeting minutes.
Commissioner Platteter seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried.
V. COMMUNITY COMMENT
None
VI. REPORTS
Ordinance Amendment to Allow Produce Stands in RMD Zoning District
Planner Presentation
Planner Aaker informed the Commission that Robb Gruman on behalf of Fairview
Southdale Hospital is requesting a Zoning Ordinance Amendment that would allow
produce stands in the Regional Medical District, similar to those allowed in the PCD,
Planned Commercial District.
As a part of the Do Town initiative, Fairview Hospital would like to have a very small
scale farmers' market at the northeast corner of 65th and Drew. The market would
consist of no more than five vendors, selling, fruit, vegetables, herbs and fresh cut
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flowers. The market would only be open one day per week, on Tuesdays from 2:00 —
5:00 pm from June through October.
This type of use is currently allowed as a permitted accessory use in the PCD-1, PCD-2
and PCD-3 zoning districts. It is listed in the Ordinance as: "Produce stands pursuant to
a permit issued by the City Manager." In practice, the City of Edina has had very few
requests for this type of use. Occationally, there has been a produce stand at
Southdale.
The Ordinance before the Planning Commission uses this same concept, but has
placed additional restrictions to limit the use. The goal of the ordinance is to allow this
type of use on a very limited bases so as to protect existing businesses in Edina that
sell this same type of product within an existing retail building. Produce stands are not
currently defined in the Zoning Ordinance, therefore, a definition is also recommended,
and been added to the proposed Ordinance Amendment.
Aaker concluded that staff recommends the Planning Commission recommend approval
of the Ordinance, subject to any revisions that you would deem necessary.
Appearing for the Applicant
Robb Gruman, Fairview Southdale Hospital
Discussion
Commissioner Staunton asked Planner Aaker if there is a permitting process in place
for "Produce Stands". Aaker responded in the affirmative. Continuing, Aaker explained
that "Produce Stands" are also a permitted use in the Planned Commercial District
(PCD) and are subject to specific conditions and pursuant to a permit issued by the City
Manager.
Commissioner Fischer commented that he was curious why this issue even needs to be
addressed. He pointed out that currently the hospital is permitted accessory uses (gift
store, pharmacy, and cafeteria), adding this is accessory too. Planner Aaker agreed,
however, Code is firm on controlling the type of merchandise sold and the location of
outdoor sales. Aaker explained the City doesn't want to see anyone selling shrimp out
of a truck and similar items throughout the City.
Commissioner Carpenter questioned if the produce stands are required to operate
during specific hours. Planner Aaker responded in the affirmative adding the hospital
would establish these hours. She reported hours of operation are required to be listed
on the application.
Applicant Presentation
Robb Gruman, Fairview Southdale Hospital informed the Commission hospital staff was
approached through the Do Town initiative and believe that allowing produce stands on
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the hospital campus is a good thing. Gruman explained that at this time the Fairview
system currently allows produce stands on three of its campuses. Gruman said they
found produce stands benefit everyone from hospital residents and their visitors to
hospital employees and venders. Continuing, Gruman said the hospital would limit the
hours of operation to four (4), and one day of operation per week. Hours could be from
1-4 PM or 2-6 PM, adding he's not certain of the final times or day of week. Concluding
Gruman pointed out there would be no on or off-loading of fresh vegetables, fruits and
flowers on the street noting the campus has a staging area to accommodate drop offs
and pickups. Gruman reiterated he believes this is a great opportunity and a good
thing.
Chair Grabiel asked Mr. Gruman if he believes there could be an issue with people
parking their car to gain access to the stand. Gruman responded there is that
possibility; however, security is placed at that end of the hospital and the security
guards would move traffic along.
Motion
Commissioner Staunton moved to forward this amendment request to the City
Council for their action. Commissioner Forrest seconded the motion. All voted
aye; motion carried.
VII. CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
Chair Grabiel acknowledged back of packet materials.
VIII. CHAIR AND COMMISSION COMMENTS
None.
IX. STAFF COMMENTS
No Comments
X. ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Scherer moved adjournment at 7:35 PM. Commissioner Platteter
seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion to adjourn carried.
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Respectfully submitted
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