5.1. PRSR 11-14-2018 Elk Request for Action
River
To Item Number
Parks and Recreation Commission 5.1
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
Action Item November 14,2018 Chris Leeseberg, Senior Planner
Item Description Reviewed by
River Walk Apartment-Park Dedication Steve Benoit,Recreation Manager
Reviewed by
Michael Hecker,Parks and Recreation Director
Action Requested
Recommend,by motion,park dedication be paid in the form of cash for the number of units approved by the
City Council at the rate applicable when the subdivision is released for recording. (This will be
$4,897.04/unit at the 2018 high density rate)
And a 50-foot trail easement from under the Highway 101 bridge to the southern property line of the site shall
be provided. The majority of the easement shall be located above and along the bluff line.
Background/Discussion
The subject property is located on Zane Street along the 174th Avenue
alignment(see red dot on Figure 1). It is between the previous Saxon site
and the Lodge (apartments).
The applicant has not provided the proposed park land acreage. It is
guessed to be approximately 12 acres in size.
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The Parks and Recreation Master Plan
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan indicates adding or protecting
prairie bluff lands that offer river views,as the opportunity arises in
this area. RR
The land the applicant is proposing to donate,in lieu of park Hwy Io
dedication,is below the bluff line and much of it is in the floodplain CR 12
(unbuildable). The limited areas that are not in floodplain are on steep
slopes.
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Park Dedication- Cash 99
The submitted drawings for the September 12,2018,Parks and y,,,
Recreation meeting had 103 units. This would require$504,395.12 ',,,
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in park dedication. This is calculated with the high density rate of
$4,897.04/dwelling unit. ,
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The Elk River Vision
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service, and community engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity NATURE
Park Dedication -Land
The submitted drawings for the September 12,2018,Parks and Recreation meeting had 103 units. This
would require 4.88 acres of land. This is calculated with the high density rate of 0.0474 acres/dwelling
unit.
Section 30-327 (c) states: Buildable land. For the purposes of calculating the required dedication
described in this section, shall be defined as the gross acres less the area of wetlands,lakes, and streams
below the OHWL. The land can be donated but cannot be calculated toward required dedication.
Master Trail Plan
The Master Trail Plan shows a conceptual connection in this area. The location is not definitive and
could occur on a sidewalk or above the bluff line providing river views, achieving the goals of the Master
Plan in this area.
Parking Lot
It is unclear if the proposed driveway to the parking lot is feasible. Further detail on the grades in the
area will be needed. The DNR memo discusses this further.
The slopes will also need to be evaluated for ADA compliance before the proposed public park was
obtained. ADA slopes are more restrictive that those for vehicles.
Environmental
The applicant states in their narrative about working together to provide walkable paths,canoe racks,
fishing docks,and bathroom facilities.
The attached memo from the Environmental Coordinator&Stormwater Coordinator begins to discuss
the complexities of what can/cannot be completed in proposed park area. The DNR memo discusses
this further.
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Commission reviewed the project for park dedication requirements during
their September 12,2018,regular meeting. They recommend a cash donation equal to the number of
units within the apartment building and a 50-foot trail easement from under the Highway 101 bridge to
the southern property line of the site.The majority of the easement shall be located above and along the
bluff line. The Commission had no interest in receiving any park land in the subject area.
Attachments
• Location Map
• Site Plan
• Schematic Rendering
• Memo from the Environmental Coordinator&Stormwater Coordinator dated September 6,2018
• Memo from the DNR dated August 31,2018
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City of
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RiverMemorandum
To: Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Amanda Bednar,Environmental Coordinator&Brandon Wisner,Stormwater Coordinator
Date: September 6,2018
Subject: Riverwalk Apartments shoreland and floodplain information
The proposed parking lot,driveway and park location on the River Walk Apartments is located
along the Mississippi River and very near to floodplain and wetland areas. Locating a parking lot at
or near the 100 year flood elevation could require meeting Sec. 30-1913 paragraph 5 and Sec. 30-
1914 conditional uses of the city code.Vehicles could also be viewed as equipment that is
flammable,explosive or potentially hazardous to humans,animals or plant communities especially
near the floodplain area.
Additionally there are concerns in relation to the bluff area. The driveway and roadway would
require significant grading and manipulation to establish those structures. This would also cause
erosion issues and destabilize the bluff,altering stormwater runoff. City code requires all structures
including roads,parking lots and park structures be 30 feet from the top of the bluff. Stairways and
landings are the only items exempt from the bluff and top of bluff setbacks. Stairways and lifts are
the preferred alternative to driveways in accessing land below the bluff and steep slopes. Specific
requirements for such access are outlined in the city code.
Intensive vegetation clearing within the shore and bluff impact zones and on steep slopes is not
allowed. Limited clearing is allowed to provide view of the water,stairways or landings,picnic areas
or access paths.Walking paths and park amenities may be permitted in this area. Roads, driveways,
and parking areas shall meet structure setbacks and shall not be placed within bluff and shore impact
zones. Documentation shall be provided by a qualified individual that all roads and parking areas are
designed and constructed to minimize and control erosion to public waters. Public and private roads
and parking areas shall be designed to take advantage of natural vegetation and topography to
achieve maximum screening from view from public waters. All plans would also require review and
possible permits from the Department of Natural Resources.
M1DEPARTMENT
O F Ecological and Water Resources Division
NATURAL RESOURCES 1035SBentonDr.
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
August 31, 2018
City of Elk River Planning Commission
13065 Orono Parkway
Elk River MN 55330
RE: MISSISSIPPI RIVER DEVELOPMENT CUP for PID#75-521-0110 and 75-521-0120
Dear City of Elk River Planning Commission,
I have reviewed the submitted plans for a CUP to construct a multi-family development unit along the
Mississippi River, I have found the following issues.
The construction plans do not show the height of the building but the plans do show that the building will be a 4
story building. I do not know if this building will meet the height restriction of 30 feet per Sec 30-2022 (c). A
Height greater than 30 feet could alter the scenic, historical, natural value that was outlined in Minnesota
Statute 103F.315.Typically 4 story buildings are a greater height then 30 feet.
The location of the building along with subsequent water retention ponds and other infrastructure could
destabilize the bluff. The location of the retention pond is of concern as it will be placing head pressure on the
side slopes of the pond along with more water being placed in the pore spaces of the soil in this location which
could destabilize the bluff.The retention pond plans show that they removing what appears to be the top of the
bluff. I would advise having the applicant change the placement of the retention pond to the side of the building
and further away from the bluff.
In addition to the above mentioned structures, placing a parking lot at the 100 year flood elevation or slightly
above could require the applicant to meet sec 30-1913 paragraph 5. Vehicles could be viewed as equipment that
is flammable, explosive or potentially injurious to humans, animals or plant life.This would require a plan
approved by the city council. In addition to the floodplain concern placing a driveway/roadway on the bluff is
not recommended due to the level of grading and manipulation required to establish said driveway/road. This
could also cause erosional issues and destabilize the bluff from having a smooth surface for the water run long
which would increase the velocity of this runoff. Since this is a semi-public space there are safety concerns for
vehicle and pedestrian traffic due to the slope. Creating a parking lot in this location could also conflict with you
clearcutting code.
Sincerely,
James Bedell
Area Hydrologist
11035 S Benton Dr.I Sauk Rapids, MN 53379 I (320)223-7850 I lames.bedell@state.mn.us
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources • Division of Ecological and Water Resources
800 Oak Savanna Ln. SW Cambridge MN 55008
CC: Tim Crocker DNR EWR Region 3 North District Manager
Dan Petrik DNR EWR Land Use Specialist
Ceil Strauss DNR EWR Floodplain Hydrologist
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources • Division of Ecological and Water Resources
1035 S Benton Dr. Sauk Rapids, MN 56379