04-09-2013 PC MIN MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER PLANNING COMMISSION
HELD AT ELK RIVER CITY HALL
TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 2013
Members Present: Vice Chair Westberg,Commissioners Eric Johnson,Jeremy Johnson,Mike
Keefe and Mike Keller
Members Absent: Chair Anderson,Commissioner Konietzko
Staff Present: Chris Leeseberg,Planner/Park Planner;Debbie Huebner,Recording
Secretary
1. Call Meeting To Order
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River Planning Commission
was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Vice Chair Westberg.
2. Consider 4/9/13 Planning Commission Agenda
MOVED BY COMMISSIONER ERIC JOHNSON AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER JEREMY JOHNSON TO APPROVE THE APRIL 9,2013
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
3. Consider Minutes
MOVED BY COMMISSIONER ERIC JOHNSON AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER JEREMY TO APPROVE THE JANUARY 8,2013 BOARD OF
ADJUSTMENTS MINUTES. MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
MOVED BY COMMISSIONER ERIC JOHNSON AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER MIKE KEEFE TO APPROVE THE MARCH 12,2013
MINUTES. MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
4.1 Request by Nature's Dry Cleaners to Amend Existing Conditional Use Permit for 927
Highway 10 to Allow Coin Laundry.Case No. CU 13-04—Public Hearing
The staff report was presented by Chris Leeseberg. Mr.Leeseberg noted that the applicant
has two issues;one, the SAC and WAC fees,and the second,a utility access easement issue
with Elk River Municipal Utilities. These will be addressed by the City Council at their
review on April 15th.
Vice Chair Westberg opened the public hearing. There being no public comments,Vice
Chair Westberg closed the public hearing.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER ERIC JOHNSON AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER MIKE KELLER TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE
REQUEST BY NATURE'S DRY CLEANERS FOR A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT TO AMEND THEIR EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
ADD COIN-OPERATED LAUNDRY TO THE SITE,WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
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1. AS A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT,THE
APPLICANT SHALL APPLY FOR ALL REQUIRE PERMITS.
2. ALL EXTERIOR SIGNAGE SHALL REQUIRE A SIGN PERMIT.
3. ALL EXTERIOR CHANGES WILL REQUIRE A PERMIT AND
ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS.
4. THE BUILDING SHALL MEET ALL APPLICABLE BUILDING AND FIRE
CODES.
5. THERE SHALL BE NO OUTSIDE STORAGE.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
4.2 Request by Greg and Tern Phillippi for Conditional Use Permit to Allow Horses at 18776
Cleveland St NW.Case No. CU 13-05—Public Hearing
The staff report was presented by Chris Leeseberg. Mr. Leeseberg noted a conditional use
permit is required by ordinance due to the zoning of the property,which is Rlc and Rld.
He stated that a building permit is already in place for the second shelter.
Commissioner Eric Johnson stated that since there is ample space for the four horses,he has
no issues recommending approval. Commissioner Jeremy Johnson concurred.
Vice Chair Westberg asked what happens if the adjoining property is further developed. Mr.
Leeseberg stated that the conditional use permit runs with the property. He noted that if the
use ceases for more than six months, the conditional use permit would expire.
Vice Chair Westberg opened the public hearing. There being no public comment,Vice
Chair Westberg closed the public hearing.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER ERIC JOHNSON AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER MIKE KELLER TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE
REQUEST BY GREG AND TERRI PHILLIPPI FOR A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT TO ALLOW HORSES AT 18776 CLEVELAND STREET NW,WITH
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. AS A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT,
THE APPLICANT SHALL APPLY FOR ALL REQUIRE PERMITS.
2. ALL ACCESSORY BUILDINGS SHALL MEET ALL APPLICABLE
BUILDING AND FIRE CODES.
3. ADDITIONAL ANIMALS ABOVE ONE ANIMAL UNIT PER ACRE OF
FENCED PASTURE LAND WILL REQUIRE AN AMENDMENT TO
THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT.
4. A MINIMUM OF FIVE ACRES OF FENCED PASTURE LAND NEEDS
TO BE PROVIDED.
5. FENCED PASTURE LAND SHALL BE SETBACK 100 FEET OF ANY
PROPERTY LINE.
6. ALL AGRICULTURAL ANIMALS SHALL BE PROVIDED A SHELTER
UNDER ROOF APPROPRIATELY SIZED TO ACCOMMODATE THE
SPECIFIC ANIMAL IN A HUMANE MANNER.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
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4.3 Request by Franklin Outdoor Advertising for Conditional Use Permit to Convert Existing
Billboard Sign to Electronic Changeable Copy. 18115 Carson St NW.Case No. 13-03—
Public Hearing
The staff report was presented by Chris Leeseberg. He noted that it was not realized that
the entire lot was covered by a drainage and utility easement when the original sign permit
was issued in 2005. He stated that the sign is a legal non-conforming structure and
replacement of the faces/copy is allowed.
Vice Chair Westberg opened the public hearing.
Keith Franklin of Franklin Outdoor Advertising, Clearwater, MN stated that they purchased
the lot in 2000 for the sign. He explained that they have access to the back of the property
from GRE. Mr. Franklin noted that the lot contains a holding pond for run-off of the
adjacent buildings. He stated that the purpose of their request is to upgrade the sign.
Steve Anderson of Franklin Outdoor Advertising,also of Clearwater, MN stated that they
are anxious to use digital technology. He stated that the proposed sign meets the state
guidelines.
There being no further comment,Vice Chair Westberg closed the public hearing.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER JEREMY JOHNSON AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER MIKE KEEFE TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE
REQUEST BY FRANKLIN OUTDOOR ADVERTISING FOR A CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT,WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. AS A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT,THE
APPLICANT SHALL APPLY FOR ALL REQUIRED PERMITS.
2. THE DURATION OF EACH DISPLAY SHALL NOT BE LESS THAN 8
SECONDS.
3. THE TRANSITION TIME BETWEEN MESSAGES SHALL BE AT LEAST 2
SECONDS.
4. THE SIGN SHALL BE EQUIPPED WITH A MECHANISM THAT
AUTOMATICALLY ADJUSTS THE BRIGHTNESS IN RESPONSE TO
AMBIENT CONDITIONS.THESE SIGNS MUST ALSO BE EQUIPPED
WITH A MEANS TO IMMEDIATELY TURN OFF THE DISPLAY OR
LIGHTING IF IT MALFUNCTIONS.
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
5. General Business -None
6. Announcements
Councilmember Burandt stated that the City Council has been reviewing policies at their
recent work sessions. She explained that a policy regarding the Council liaison role has been
drafted. Regarding the Planning Commission Council liaison position, they have discussed
what role the position should play;what information should the liaison provide to the
Planning Commission;what information should the liaison bring back to the Council;
should the liaison speak at meetings; and what limits should there be on liaison input. She
stated that in the past, the liaison's role has been to not express personal opinions or
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influence the Commission's decision. Councilmember Burandt stated that more information
will be provided the Planning Commission on the liaison policy when it is available.
7. Adjournment
There being no further business, MOVED BY COMMISSIONER JOHNSON TO
ADJOURN THE MEETING.
The meeting of the Elk River Planning Commission adjourned at 7 p.m.
Minutes ;/pared by De.:': ebner.
Tina Allard
City Clerk
ad Westberg,Vice C
Planning Commission