4. PC MIN 08-13-2013 DRAFT MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER PLANNING COMMISSION
HELD AT ELK RIVER CITY HALL
TUESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2013
Members Present: Chair Anderson,Commissioners Eric Johnson,Jeremy Johnson,Keefe,
Keller,Konietzko and Westberg
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Deputy Director, Community Operations&Development Jeremy
Barnhart,Planner/Park Planner Chris Leeseberg,Planning Intern Zach
Carlton, and Recording Secretary Debbie Huebner
Also Present: City Attorney Peter Beck,Councilmember Barb Burandt
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 7:05 p.m. by Vice Chair Westberg.
2. Consider 8/13/13 Planning Commission Agenda
MOVED BY COMMISSIONER ERIC JOHNSON AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER WESTBERG TO APPROVE THE AUGUST 13,2013.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
4.1 Request by Preferred Powder Coating for Site Plan Review. 10846 170th Ct. NW
The staff report was presented by Jeremy Barnhart. Mr.Barnhart reviewed the proposed
building design details. He stated that the Planning Commission is asked to review the
variation in design, specifically, the east elevation facing Twin Lakes Road.
Commissioner Westberg asked if a future expansion would be impeded by the gas pipeline.
Mr.Barnhart explained that an expansion would likely be a separate building as an accessory
strcture. Commissioner Westberg asked if approval of the variation from the business park
design standards would set a precedent. Mr. Barnhart stated that there could be that
potential,but each decision is unique. He stated that in this instance, the city is getting what
they expected and meets the intent of the design standards.
Chair Anderson concurred that each site is different. He stated that the large size of the
parcel and the 480—580 ft. setback Twin Lakes Road made this site unique. Chair
Anderson stated that he felt the overhead doors and other features provide sufficient breaks
in the elevation.
Commissioner Keller stated that it did not make sense to require a mix of materials/finishes,
since they would not even be visible at such a distance (from Twin Lakes Road).
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Commissioner Keefe asked if parking in the front of the building was considered. Mr.
Barnhart stated that the applicant and staff reviewed every possible option and this design
was the best to minimize impacts. He stated that staff is comfortable with the plan.
MOVED BY COMMISSIONER ERIC JOHSON AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER KONIETZKO TO APPROVE THE REQUEST BY
PREFERRED POWDER COATING FOR SITE PLAN REVIEW WITH THE
FOLLOWING CONDITONS:
1. ALL ROOF-MOUNTED UNITS MUST BE SCREENED FROM VIEW
FROM AREA PUBLIC STREETS.
2. GARAGE DOORS SHALL BE PAINTED TO MATCH THE LOWER
PORTION OF THE WALLS.
3. AS A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT,THE
APPLICANT SHALL APPLY FOR ALL REQUIRED PERMITS.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
5.1 Consider Reciting Pledge of Allegiance at Planning Commission Meetings
Mr. Barnhart stated that the Council has asked all boards and commissions to add reciting of
the Pledge of Allegiance to their agendas.
MOVED BY COMMISSIONER MIKE KELLER AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER KONIETZKO TO ADD THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA,AFTER CALLING THE
MEETING TO ORDER. MOTION CARRIED 6-1. Chair Anderson opposed.
6.1 City Council Liaison Update
Councilmember Burandt gave an update on the following items:
1) Budget
2) Street Improvement Projects
3) Events (i.e.,Public Works open house,Bailey Park opening)
6.2 Comprehensive Plan Update
Mr.Barnhart stated that the Comp Plan Task Force is meeting once a month. He stated that
there will likely be a public meeting in December and the Planning Commission should see a
draft plan before that meeting. He stated they are on scheduled for February or March 2014
approval of the final plan.
7. Adjournment
There being no further business,MOVED BY COMMISSIONER ERIC JOHNSON
TO ADJOURN THE MEETING.
The meeting of the Elk River Planning Commission adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
Minutes prepared by Debbie Huebner.
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Tina Allard
City Clerk
Chad Westberg,Vice Chair
Planning Commission