7.3. SR 08-18-2014 �i
EOty lk Request for Action
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To Item Number
Mayor and City Council 7.3
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
Public Hearin s lAugust 18, 2014 Zack Carlton,Planner I
Item Description Reviewed by
Preliminary Plat of Nature's Edge Business Center Jeremy Barnhart,Deputy Director, CODD
Second Addition Reviewed by
Cal Portner, City Administrator
Action Requested
Open and continue the public hearing until the September 15, 2014, City Council meeting.
Background/Discussion
Staff recommends continuing action on the item pending resolution of Northern Natural Gas and Army
Corp of Engineers'requirements,which may require minor modifications to the plat.
The Economic Development Authority and the City of Elk River propose the second phase of the
Natures Edge Business Center,generally south of the first phase of the business park.
The project will provide developable land in the Highway Commercial (C-3) and Business Park (BP)
zoning districts.
The second phase is 45.15 acres in size and includes three lots for commercial development, ranging
between 2.89 acres to 7.04 acres, and two business park lots at 5.91 and 8.67 acres.
Financial Impact
None
Attachments
■ Planning Commission Packet dated July 22, 2014.
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ElRequest for Action
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To Item Number
Planning Commission 5.5
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
Planning Items July 22, 2014 Jeremy Barnhart, Deputy Director, CODD
Item Description Reviewed by
Request by City of Elk River for Preliminary Plat of Zachary Carlton,Planner 1
Nature's Edge Business Center Second Addition
Case No. P 14-05—Public Hearing Reviewed by
Action Requested
Recommend,by motion, approval of the Preliminary Plat request by the City of Elk River for Nature's
Edge Business Center Second Addition with the following conditions:
1. Access control shall be deeded to MnDOT from Outlot A.
2. No additional drainage shall be routed to MnDOT right of way.
3. The development shall meet all applicable fire codes. The Fire Chief shall verify the location
of all fire hydrants, and may require additional hydrants necessary to preserve the health and
safety of the residents.
4. A wetland buffer of 25 feet applies to all wetlands and a structure setback of 20 feet from the
buffer applies. An exhibit shall be prepared and included in the literature provided to
potential buyers.
5. Wetland boundaries shall be posted as directed in Section 30-1852
6. In addition to the easements shown on the preliminary plat, the following easements shall be
provided:
a) A 25-foot easement adjacent to the outside edge of delineated wetlands to note,
preserve and protect the required no-touch buffer.
b) A 20-foot pedestrian easement adjacent to the 25-foot easement on the outside edge of
the delineated wetlands to provide for the future construction of a pedestrian
amenity.
7. A NPDES permit is required prior to final approval of construction drawings.
8. Street trees shall be added along the trail on the east side of Twin Lakes Road and along both
sides of 168th Lane, one tree per 40 feet.
9. Park dedication shall be provided in the manner prescribed by the zoning ordinance at the
time of Final Plat release.
10. All required subdivision/park information shall be provided in an electronic format (.dwg
file) as required by the City Ordinance and Land Use Application prior to recording of the
plat.
11. This approval of the Preliminary Plat shall expire after 1 year, unless the property owner or
owner's agent has submitted a Final Plat or letter of request for extension.
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Background/Discussion
The Economic Development Authority and the City of Elk River propose the second phase of the
Natures Edge Business Center. This phase will provide developable land in the Highway Commercial (C-
3) and Business Park (BP) zoning districts generally south fo t the first phase of Natures Edge Business
park.
The second phase is 45.15 acres in size and includes three lots for commercial development ranging in
size from 2.89 acres to 7.04 acres, and two business park lots at 5.91 and 8.67 acres.
Plat
The plat creates five buildable lots and two outlots for future development. One of those oudots is for a
potential interchange;it is being retained until the access issue is better understood. Right-of-way for two
roads,Twin Lakes Road and 168th Lane, are also included in the plat and identify locations for future
connections.
Lot 1,block 1, and lot 1,block 3,include wetlands that may be used for treatment of runoff from future
development. City staff identified the need for a 45 foot drainage and utility easement around the
delineated edge of the wetlands to help developers plan accordingly. City ordinance requires a 25 foot
wetland buffer strip around all wetlands and an additional setback of 20 feet from the buffer strip for
structures and pavement.
FAST Study
The FAST Study identifies this area for development as destination retail and jobs (light industrial). These
uses require proximity to major roadways for access and visibility. Visibility is provided via proximity to
Highway 10 and access will be provided with the future intersection of Twin Lakes Road and Highway
10. City plans identify Twin Lakes Road as a primary north-south alternative to Highways 10 and 169,
and primary highway connection will be just south of the proposed development. The right-of-way for
the extension of Twin Lakes Road to Highway 10 is included in the plat,but only half of the boulevard
will be constructed. Twin Lakes road will terminate temporarily just south of the intersection with 168th.
Financial Impact
City,Utility,and Economic Development Authority funds will be used to develop the plat.
Attachments
• Location Map
• Preliminary Plat dated May 26, 2014
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