10-27-1992 PC MIN
~ MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER PLANNING COMMISSION
HELD AT THE ELK RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 1992
Members Present: Chairman Nadeau, Commissioners Eberley,
Johnson, Minton, spotts, Tveite, VanValkenburg
(arrived at 7.05)
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Stephen Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator;
Janelle Szklarski, Zoning Assistant; Catherine Schmidt,
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 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Nadeau.
2. Consider 10/27/92 Planning Commission Agenda
Commissioner Spotts added discussion on the Regional
Conference held in st. Paul to Item 15 on the agenda.
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COMMISSIONER SPOTTS MOVED TO APPROVE THE 10/27/92 PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA AS AMENDED. COMMISSIONER EBERLEY SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 6-0.
3.
Consider 9/22/92 Planning Commission Minutes
COMMISSIONER MINTON MOVED TO APPROVE THE 9/22/92 MINUTES.
JOHNSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0-2.
Eberley and Chairman Nadeau abstained from voting
present for last month's Planning Commission meeting.
COMMISSIONER
Commissioner
as they were not
4. Planning Commission Representative to Attend 11/16/92 City Council
Meeting
It was indicated that Commissioner
11/16/92 City Council meeting to be
Library.
VanValkenburg
held at the
would attend the
Elk River Public
5. Consider a Preliminary Plat and Variance Request for Lake Point
Shores/Mike Leary and Marilyn Vanpatten/Public Hearing
Janelle Szklarski, Zoning Assistant, explained that the applicant has
withdrawn this request and subsequently, the City Council denied the
request at its October 19, 1992 meeting.
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6.
Consider Conditional Use Permit Request by Jeff Mastley/Public Hearing
Janelle Szklarski, Zoning Assistant, stated that the applicant is
requesting a Conditional Use Permit to excavate 6,200 cubic yards of
fill from a lowland grass area. Furthermore, as this area falls within
County Ditch 28 thus, County approval of this excavation is required in
addition to City approval. Ms. Szklarski noted that the County Board
will be discussing this issue at their November 18, 1992 meeting.
staff is recommending that this item be tabled until the November 24,
1992 Planning Commission meeting so that the County's concerns can be
addressed by the City.
Chairman Nadeau opened the public hearing.
COMMISSIONER SPOTTS MOVED TO CONTINUE THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THIS
REQUEST TO THE NOVEMBER 24, 1992 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING IN ORDER
TO RECEIVE COMMENTS FROM THE COUNTY. COMMISSIONER EBERLEY SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
7. Consider Conditional Use Permit Request by Julie Schulze and Teresa
Lawson/Public Hearing
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Janelle Szklarski, Zoning Assistant, commented that the applicant's are
requesting a Conditional Use Permit to operate a retail craft sales
home occupation at 22822 Baldwin NW, Elk River. The request would
involve remodeling a chicken coop into a craft store and that this
remodeling would be subject to several building codes. Staff is
recommending that no off-premise signage be allowed for this request.
In addition, Ms. Szklarski felt the ordinance was unclear in regards to
retail uses as a home occupation and that if retail uses are allowed as
a home occupation, the Planning Commission needs to review the proposed
use with regard to population density. The proposed home occupation
would be fairly small and is in a relatively secluded area. Staff did
not have major concerns with traffic generated from this use and was
recommending approval with several stipulations.
Julie Schulze announced that she would like to have signage to
advertise her business along Highway 169. Ms. Szklarski responded that
although the Schulze's own property along Highway 169 it is a separate
parcel from that on which the use is located, therefore, it would be an
off-premise sign. The applicant could combine these two parcels to
eliminate the off-premise status.
Chairman Nadeau opened the public hearing.
Ernest Toth, 22191 Highway 169, commented that he is an adjoining
property owner has no objections to the proposed use.
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There being no further comments from the public, Chairman Nadeau closed
the public hearing.
Commissioner Spotts expressed
issues not yet resolved. Ms.
concern
Szklarski
regarding
disclosed
the
that
building code
the building
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official has inspected the site and is working with the property owner
regarding building codes.
Commissioner Minton asked why staff had recommended that the hours of
operation be different from that which the ordinance allowed. Ms.
Szklarski remarked that the ordinance spells out hours of operations
for permitted home occupations which typically do not involve customer
traffic. She feels the limited hours should be enforced due to
customer traffic. It was a consensus of the Planning Commission that
due to the proposed location of the business, traffic would not be a
major concern, therefore, the hours of operation outlined in the code
(7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) should be allowed with this use.
COMMISSIONER JOHNSON MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT REQUEST BY JULIE SCHULZE AND TERESA LAWSON CITING STAFF'S MEMO
AS WELL AS THE SEVEN STANDARDS FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT SUBJECT TO
THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS:
1. THAT THE APPLICANT PROVIDE AT LEAST 3 PARKING STALLS.
2. THAT THE APPLICANT MEET ALL APPLICABLE BUILDING CODE CONCERNS.
3. THAT ONE NONRESIDENT EMPLOYEE, THE CO-APPLICANT, BE ALLOWED.
4.
THAT SIGNAGE FOR THE PROPOSED USE BE ON PREMISE. THAT
SIGNAGE ALSO ALLOW A WALL SIGN AS WELL AS A FREE STANDING SIGN
THE ENTRANCE OF THE SITE. THE WALL SIGNAGE SHOULD BE LIMITED
TWO SQUARE FEET AND THE FREE STANDING SIGN SHOULD BE LIMITED
TEN SQUARE FEET.
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5. THAT THIS USE BE REVIEWED ON AN ANNUAL BASIS BY STAFF AND THAT THE
PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW THE REQUEST EVERY 3 YEARS TO DETERMINE
THE EFFECT ON THE SURROUNDING PROPERTIES.
COMMISSIONER EBERLEY SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
Commissioner Minton indicated the need to review/amend the ordinance to
clarify the issue of retail home occupations being allowed as a
conditional use.
8. Consider a Variance Request on Maximum Length of a Dead-end Road by
David Gow/public Hearing
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stephen Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, stated that Mr. Gow
is requesting a 600 foot variance to the 500 foot maximum length for a
dead-end road. The request would allow an 1,100 foot dead-end road to
be constructed. Further, the applicant proposes to develop a 40 acre
parcel thus, a longer dead-end road was needed. Mr. Gow chose to apply
for a variance prior to platting the property to avoid costly platting
procedures that would be useless if the variance was not approved. Mr.
Rohlf reviewed this request with the City Attorney and staff is
recommending that this request be tabled until the plat and variance
requests are in front of the City Council so the two requests can be
considered together.
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Commissioner Johnson informed the Planning Commission that she would
abstain from voting and discussion on this item as Mr. Gow is a family
friend.
Chairman Nadeau opened the public hearing.
Paul Juenemann, 20633 Meadowvale Road, advised the Planning Commission
that he owns property on two sides of Mr. Gow and is not interested in
developing his property at this time. The drive leading into Mr. Gow's
property (205th Avenue) is a private drive. stephen Rohlf responded
that 205th Avenue actually has an easement dedicated to the City for
roadway purposes.
Marilyn VanPatten, 20455 Meadowvale Road, commented that she had no
objections to the variance request.
Cathy Juenemann, 20633 Meadowvale Road, questioned how an easement
which is on their property could be used to develop Mr. Gow's property
without their permission. While the surrounding property did not have
immediate plans for developing, how long would this temporary
cul-de-sac would be in existence? Mr. Rohlf replied that this issue
regarding the easement for 205th Avenue will need to be resolved at the
time of the plat approval.
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Jeff Mastley, 19857 Zebulon street NW, inquired about the effect the
proposed development would have on the St. Louis Park Sportsman Club
property. Mr. Rohlf answered that during the platting of Mr. Gow's
property the City would obtain easements to make logical future
extensions of road to the Sportsman Club.
Mr. Gow emphasized the inevitability of surrounding property
developing and that he is incurring the expense being the first owner
to develop.
There being no further comments, Chairman Nadeau closed the public
hearing.
Commissioner Minton called attention to the location of the existing
house as well as the trees on the property. Mr. Gow stated that the
house would have to be relocated as it is in the path of the proposed
road. Furthermore, he would like to live on one of the lots after the
property is developed and is planning to leave as many trees as
possible.
Cathy Juenemann, 20633 Meadowvale
problems with trespassers on their
only increase with more neighbors.
Road, warned that they have had
property thus, these problems would
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Commissioner Eberley referred to the safety factor in allowing an 1,100
foot dead-end road. She also suggested that the Planning Commission
make its recommendation contingent on a plat approval. Mr. Rohlf
replied that there are concerns that need to be addressed before a plat
can be approved and that this variance should be contingent on the plat.
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Commissioner Eberley stated that she would like to review the five
standards for a variance and how they relate to this request,
specifically standard number 1, which deals with undue hardship.
Moreover, she perceives this request to be based primarily on economics.
COMMISSIONER MINTON MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE VARIANCE REQUEST
BY DAVID GOW TO ALLOW AN 1,100 FOOT DEAD-END ROAD CITING STAFF'S MEMO
AND THIS APPROVAL BE CONTINGENT ON PLAT APPROVAL. COMMISSIONER TVEITE
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0-1, COMMISSIONER JOHNSON
ABSTAINED.
9. Consider a Conditional Use Permit Request by Five star Door and Supply
Inc./Public Hearing
Janelle Szklarski, Zoning Assistant, reported that the applicant is
requesting a Conditional Use Permit to convert a pole shed into a light
assembly and storage facility for his garage door business. Ms.
Szklarski reviewed her memo dated October 22, 1992. Further, she
reported that there are unresolved issues regarding easements on the
property which should be addressed through the stipulations for the
Conditional Use Permit.
Chairman Nadeau opened the public hearing.
There being no comments from the public, Chairman Nadeau closed the
public hearing.
Commissioner Johnson asked what the DNR's response was to this
request. Janelle Szklarski responded that she had spoken with Dale
Homuth of the DNR and because the request met the Shoreland Standards
for Commercial Uses (i.e., increased setback and 25% impervious
surface) the DNR did not have any negative comments on this issue.
COMMISSIONER EBERLEY MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE
PERMIT BY FIVE STAR DOOR AND SUPPLY CITING STAFF'S MEMO
STANDARDS FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT SUBJECT
STIPULATIONS OUTLINED IN STAFF'S MEMO DATED OCTOBER 22,
FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL STIPULATIONS:
CONDITIONAL USE
AND THE SEVEN
TO THE TWELVE
1992, WITH THE
13. THAT THE GARAGE WHICH CROSSES THE LOT LINE IS EITHER MOVED SO IT
IS ENTIRELY ON ONE PARCEL OR THE APPLICANT OBTAIN AN ENCROACHMENT
EASEMENT FOR THE BUILDING.
14. THAT THE APPLICANT PROVIDE PROOF OF LEGAL ACCESS TO HIGHWAY 10
SUBJECT TO CITY REVIEW.
15. THAT THE APPLICANT COMBINES THE TWO LOTS OR OBTAINS LEGAL ACCESS
TO THE NORTHERN PARCEL ALONG WITH SCOUT ISLAND, OR PROVE TO THE
CITY THAT A LEGAL ACCESS TO THESE PARCELS EXISTS.
16. THAT THE APPLICANT PROVE WHETHER OR NOT AN EASEMENT EXISTS ALONG
THE SOUTHERN 30 FEET OF THE PARCEL. IF IT DOES EXISTS, A
DETERMINATION SHOULD BE MADE AS TO WHETHER THE CITY'S NEED FOR A
UTILITY EASEMENT WILL INTERFERE WITH THIS DRIVEWAY EASEMENT. IF
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THIS EASEMENT IS NECESSARY, THE APPLICANT SHOULD RECORD A NEW
EASEMENT INSTRUMENT TO CONVEY THESE EASEMENT RIGHTS AND TIE THIS
IN WITH THE CITY'S UTILITY EASEMENT.
COMMISSIONER VANVALKENBURG SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
10. Consider a Conditional Use Permit Request by Julie Peterson/Public
Hearing
Janelle Szklarski, Zoning Assistant, explained that Julie Peterson is
requesting a Conditional Use Permit to operate a home hair salon at
1723 Tipton Circle. The salon would only involve Ms. Peterson with no
outside employees, limited hours of operation, and only one work
station, therefore, due to the limited scope of the proposed business,
staff is recommending approval of the Conditional Use Permit.
Chairman Nadeau opened the public hearing.
There being no comments from the public, Chairman closed the public
hearing.
Commissioner
salons. Ms.
with Terry
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spotts questioned what building codes pertain to home hair
Szklarski answered that the applicant has been in touch
Zajac, Building Inspector, and Mr. Zajac is reviewing these
Commissioner Minton discussed staff's recommendation for the limited
hours of operation. Commissioner Eberley concurred with Commissioner
Minton that the stipulation limiting the hours and days of operation
was unnecessary for this type of use. Ms. Szklarski answered that a
business such as this which generates customers and traffic, should not
be subject to the permitted use hours of operation (7:00 a.m. to 10:00
p.m.). Commissioner Tveitte concurred with Ms. Szklarski considering
the density in the Bailey Beck Addition.
COMMISSIONER JOHNSON MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR JULIE PETERSON CITING STAFF'S MEMO AND THE SEVEN STANDARDS
FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS:
1. THAT THE HOURS OF OPERATION BE LIMITED TO 10.00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
2. THAT NO OTHER EMPLOYEES AND NO ADDITIONAL WORK STATIONS ARE
ALLOWED WITH THIS HOME OCCUPATION.
3. THAT THE APPLICANT MAINTAIN ENOUGH ROOM IN THE DRIVEWAY FOR TWO
CUSTOMER VEHICLES AT ALL TIMES DURING OPERATING HOURS.
4. THAT SIGNAGE BE LIMITED TO TWO SQUARE FEET MOUNTED FLAT ON THE
WALL OF THE DWELLING.
5.
THAT THIS USE IS SUBJECT TO AN ANNUAL REVIEW BY STAFF TO ENSURE
THAT THE INTEGRITY OF THE RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD IS MAINTAINED.
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THAT THE APPLICANT MEET WITH THE BUILDING INSPECTION DEPARTMENT TO
ENSURE THAT THE APPROPRIATE BUILDING CODES ARE MET.
COMMISSIONER SPOTTS SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
11. Consider a Conditional Use Permit Request by Paul Krause (Pinewood
Golf Course}/Public Hearing
Stephen Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, reviewed a request
for a Conditional Use Permit to add a caretaker's house to the Pinewood
Golf course. Golf courses are a conditional use in a residential zone,
however, he could not find any record of a conditional use permit being
issued for the golf course. Therefore, his request would cover both
the caretaker's house and the golf course as a whole.
Chairman Nadeau opened the public hearing.
Charlie Boerger, 14209-182nd Avenue, requested Mr.
size of the proposed caretaker's house as there
Pinewood Addition. Paul Krause responded that the
m~n~mum of 1,200 square feet and that this house
that requirement.
Krause specify the
are covenants in the
covenants allow a
would be at or above
Mike Majkrzak, 18260 Yankton Street, was concerned with how the house
would be positioned on the lot and efforts to save the trees. He
continued that there is a pathway for golf carts behind his house which
has some erosion problems that should be addressed as well as safety
concerns on the pathway.
Pam Krause, applicant, 16394 Klamath Trail, stated that she agreed with
Mr. Majkrzak's comments and that they would be willing to do some
improvements in this area.
Terry Boeger, 14209 182nd Avenue, questioned whether the caretaker's
house would be a seasonal or a year 'round home. Pam Krause answered
that it would be a year 'round home.
There being no further comments from the public, Chairman Nadaeu closed
the public hearing.
Commissioner Minton expressed his concern regarding the number of trees
that would need to be moved to accommodate the home. Mr. Krause
indicated that they hoped to avoid all trees in con~truction of the
house. Commissioner Minton inquired as to whether the City could add a
stipulation that the house conform to covenants. Mr. Rohlf declared
that the City should not enforce covenants.
COMMISSIONER MINTON MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL FOR A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR THE CARETAKER'S HOUSE CITING STAFF'S MEMO AND SUBJECT TO THE
FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS:
1.
THAT THE CARETAKER'S HOUSE IS SITUATED ON LOT A OF THE PROPOSED
SITE PLAN IN SUCH A WAY TO MEET SETBACKS FOR FUTURE LOT LINES.
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2.
THAT APPROVAL OF LOCATING THE CARETAKER'S HOUSE IN THIS AREA IS
CONTINGENT UPON FINDING A SUITABLE SITE FOR THE PROPER
INSTALLATION OF A SEPTIC SYSTEM.
3. THAT THIS DWELLING IS USED ONLY AS A CARETAKER'S HOUSE UNTIL WHICH
TIME IT IS POSSIBLE CREATE A SEPARATE LOT.
4. THAT THE CARETAKER'S HOUSE BE ARCHITECTURALLY HARMONIOUS WITH THE
OTHER HOMES IN THE SUBDIVISION.
5. THAT THE APPLICANT STABILIZE THE PATHWAY AREA TO PREVENT EROSION
AND THAT STOP SIGNS BE INSTALLED ALONG THE PATHWAY TO ENSURE
SAFETY OF GOLF CART TRAFFIC. ALSO, THAT THESE IMPROVEMENTS BE
MADE WITHIN 1 YEAR.
COMMISSIONER SPOTTS SECONDED THE MOTION.
Commissioner Eberley stated that the motion should be amended to
approve the conditional use permit for the entire golf course, not just
the caretaker's house as the golf course doe not currently have a
conditional use permit. Commissioner Minton accepted the amendment.
THE MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
12.
Consider a Site Plan Approval by Gary Santwire/Public Hearing
Stephen Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, stated that the
applicant is requesting to rearrange lot lines in Barrington Place PUD
and to build storage garages on a portion of the lot associated with
580 Dodge Avenue. Although most of the garage stalls would be used by
the proposed buyer, there is a possibility that some of the stalls
would be rented out. Staff is recommending approval of this request.
Chairman Nadeau opened the public hearing.
There being no comments from the public, Chairman Nadeau closed the
public hearing.
Commissioner Eberley questioned how close these garages were to the
apartments behind them. Mr. Rohlf answered that these garages back up
to the garages for the apartment building and should not pose any
safety concerns.
Commissioner spotts asked if the garages would be used to work on
vehicles. Gary Santwire, representing the applicant, replied that the
garages would be used primarily for storage of vehicles associated with
the buyer's business. Furthermore, the garages were not proposed to
have plumbing or heating thus, the main use would be storage.
COMMISSIONER EBERLEY MOVED TO APPROVE THE SITE PLAN FOR GARY SANTWIRE
TO ALLOW STORAGE GARAGES TO BE BUILT AT 580 DODGE AVENUE CITING STAFF'S
MEMO AND SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS:
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1.
THAT EXCESS GARAGE SPACE, IF ANY EXIST, IS ALLOWED TO BE RENTED
OUT.
2. THAT THE REMNANT PARCEL REMOVED FROM THE LOT LOCATED AT 592 DODGE
AVENUE, IS COMBINED WITH THE LOT LOCATED AT 580 DODGE AVENUE, FOR
ZONING PURPOSES.
3. SIGNAGE:
a.) FREE STANDING SIGN: THAT THE FREE STANDING SIGN ADVERTISING
580 DODGE AVENUE BE ALLOWED TO RELOCATE UNDER THE FOLLOWING
CRITERIA: 7' MINIMUM HEIGHT TO SIGN FACE, 14' MAXIMUM TOTAL
HEIGHT, 10' MINIMUM SETBACK FROM THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF DODGE
AVENUE, AND 50 SQUARE FEET MAXIMUM.
b.) WALL SIGNAGE: THAT WALL SIGNAGE FOR 580 DODGE AVENUE BE
ALLOWED AS PER C3 STANDARDS.
4. THAT THE PROPOSED PARKING LOT BE PAVED AND STRIPPED.
5. THAT LIGHTING FOR THIS PARKING LOT MEETS CITY CODE.
6. THAT THE OUTSIDE MATERIALS USED FOR THE GARAGE MEET C3 STANDARDS.
7. THAT DRAINAGE IS ACCOMMODATED AS PROPOSED.
COMMISSIONER MINTON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
Stephen Rohlf noted that this request is not subject to City Council
approval.
13. Consider Ordinance Amendment
Regulations"/Public Hearing
Section
900.22
"Sign
to
Janelle Szklarski, Zoning Assistant, reported that the Ordinance
Amendment dealing with wall signage in the C3 zoning district should
reflect the consensus reached by the Planning Commission at the
September 22, 1992 meeting. Ms. Szklarski stated that the Council had
directed the Planning Commission to look at signage requirements in the
C1 district.
Commissioner Eberley stated that action on some of the minor issues
related to the sign ordinance should be delayed until there are enough
small changes to warrant further review of this ordinance. She
continued that it seems that the sign ordinance has been reviewed too
frequently in the past year.
Chairman Nadeau opened the public hearing.
There being no comments from the public, Chairman Nadeau closed the
public hearing.
COMMISSIONER
AMENDMENT TO
MINTON MOVED TO
SECTION 900.22
RECOMMEND APPROVAL
"SIGN REGULATIONS."
OF THE ORDINANCE
COMMISSIONER TVEITE
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SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0-1, COMMISSIONER EBERLEY
ABSTAINED FROM THE VOTE AS SHE WAS NOT PRESENT AT THE SEPTEMBER 22,
1992 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING WHEN A CONSENSUS ON THE SIGN ISSUE WAS
REACHED.
14. Review Tax Increment Financing Plan for Tax Increment Financing
District No. 11
Janelle Szklarski, Zoning Assistant, briefly
reported that the Planning Commission was
consistency with the Growth Management Plan.
reviewed this item and
to review the plan for
COMMISSIONER MINTON MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 92-103, A RESOLUTION OF
THE ELK RIVER PLANNING COMMISSION FINDING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING
DISTRICT NO. 11, LOCATED WITHIN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 TO BE
CONSISTENT WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE CITY OF ELK RIVER.
COMMISSIONER TVEITE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
15. Other Business
Stephen Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, briefly discussed
several topics of interest which included the State Enabling Act
currently under review and a book regarding mineral reclamation plans
in the State of Minnesota.
Mr. Rohlf explained that he had a meeting with Mr. Peter Beck, City
Attorney, and Bill Weber, City Planning Consultant, regarding issues
such as the creation of a business park zone, the creation of two
highway commercial zones, the elimination of the 2 1/2 acre residential
zone, the addition of a green space requirement in the city's
ordinance, and use of PUD's within the city. Commissioner Eberley
mentioned that she was happy to see discussions such as this and felt
that these topics should be incorporated into the Planning Commissions
review of the Comprehensive Plan for this city when that takes place.
Commissioner spotts recounted the upper
Conference he attended in st. Paul, MN.
experience and a way to compare how other
similar issues facing the City of Elk River.
Midwest
It
cities
Regional Planning
was an interesting
are dealing with
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16. Adjournment
There being
THE MEETING.
CARRIED 5-0.
no further business, COMMISSIONER MINTON MOVED TO ADJOURN
COMMISSIONER EBERLEY SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
The meeting of the Elk River Planning Commission adjourned at approximately
10:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
{}dilw;.:U m. JehMdtJ
Catherine M. Schmidt
Recording Secretary