7.1. 7.2. SR 06-05-1995ITEMS 7.1 ~ 7.2.
ver MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Steven B. Ach, City Planner _.~~
DATE: June 5, 1995
SUBJECT: Land Use Amendment and Rezoning
Request by Dennis Anderson -Public
Hearing Case No. LUA 95-4 and ZC 95-4
Issue
Dennis Anderson is requesting the following:
(a) Comprehensive land use plan amendment, changing the land use from
MR (Medium Density Residential) to HB (Highway Business)
• (b) Rezoning from Rlc (Single Family Residential) to PUD (Planned Unit
Development), based on the submitted concept plan.
Attached Letter from Rinke-Noonan
Attached is letter from Gary Leistico, attorney with Rinke-Noonan, who is
representing a number of residents in the Brentwood area. Mr. Leistico has
asked that this letter be included for the Council's review.
Background
These two applications were presented to the City Council on May 15, 1995,
and following comments from surrounding residents and discussion by the
City Council, the two applications were tabled until tonight's meeting. Since
the May 15th meeting, staff has been in contact Mr. Anderson on two
occasions to discuss the requested applications. At the time of writing this
memorandum, staff had not received a revised concept plan to address some
of the concerns voiced by the residents and City Council at the last meeting.
However, Mr. Anderson did indicate during a phone conversation that he
would modify his concept plan to reduce the square footage of the proposed
building to 75,000 square foot building, as opposed to a 119,000 square foot
• building.
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• Based on that phone conversation with Mr. Anderson, the requests before the
City Council are identical to those considered at the May 15th meeting, with
the exception the proposed commercial use would include a 75,000 square
foot building and not a 119,000 square foot building. However, without a
revised concept plan, it is not apparent how the issues raised by the residents
and City Council will be addressed with the proposed development.
Steerine Committee Meetine
Since the last City Council meeting, the Steering Committee met to discuss
commercial development throughout the City. One of the issues the
Committee discussed was how far north commercial development should
continue along Highway 169. It was the consensus of the Committee to not
allow commercial development to continue any further north on Highway
169, with the exception of the City-owned lot at the northwest corner of
Highway 169 and 193rd. The Committee further indicated that additional
commercial development can occur at the southwest and southeast corners of
Highway 169 and Main Street. In addition, if water and sewer is extended
along the East Highway 10 corridor, this will provide additional
opportunities for more intense commercial development where there is less
conflict with residential areas.
` Recommendation
It is recommended that the City Council consider one of the following:
1. Deny the comprehensive land use plan amendment and rezoning based
on the findings mentioned in the attached staff report dated May 15,
1995.
2. Approve the comprehensive land use plan amendment to HB (Highway
Business) and rezoning to PUD (Planned Unit Development) based on
the concept plan with certain conditions. The City Council may wish to
consider the following conditions for the concept plan:
1. The green space along Irving Street be a minimum of 40 feet
wide and include a 5' to 6' berm with extensive landscaping,
providing a natural buffer between the commercial project
and residential area.
2. Signage for the development should be designed to minimize the
possible impact on surrounding residential uses. The following
• guidelines should be followed:
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June 5, 1995
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• No wall or free-standing signage be permitted along Irving
Street and 197th Avenue.
• One free-standing sign be allowed for each developable lot.
• Free-standing signs be of a monument style with a maximum
height that will be sensitive to the surrounding area and
consistent with recent developments along Highway 169.
3. All loading berths/areas be screened 100% from all residential
properties and public rights-of--way.
4. Storm water retention areas be constructed in location(s) that
will not require the removal of trees. Furthermore, retention
ponds within setbacks/landscaped areas along Holt Street
should be discouraged.
5. The planned unit development include the development of only
Lot 1, Block 2, and be limited to one "big box" general retail
user. If amulti-tenant strip center is considered at a later
date in place of the single user, an amendment to the concept
. plan must be reviewed by the Planning Commission and City
Council.
6. No outdoor storage, displaying of merchandise, or open sales
area be allowed unless made part of and incorporated into the
architectural design of the building.
7. Developer be responsible for paying fair share of all required off-
site improvements in order to develop the subject property.
These improvements shall be outlined and made part of the
developer's agreement.
8. All parking lot and building lighting be down-lit and directed
away from surrounding properties.
9. No vehicle access to Lot 1, Block 2, shall be allowed from Irving
Avenue.
If the City Council approves the land use plan amendment and rezoning
applications, staff would suggest the Council direct staff to prepare the
appropriate resolution and ordinance documents for Council consideration at
their next meeting. In addition, a planned unit development agreement will
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June 6, 1996
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also be prepared, outlining the conditions approving the applicant's proposed
• concept plan.
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RINKE-NOONAN
RINKS, NOONAN, GROTE, SMOLEY, DETER, COLOMBO,
WlAN7, VON KORFF, DEGIOVANNI, AND HOBBS, LTD.
ATTORNEYS AT LAW
Suite 700 Nonvest Center Box 7497 St. Cloud, MN 56302
(572J 257-6700 Fax. (672J 656.3500
June 1, 1995
Patrick Klaers, City Administrator
D. Michael Noonan Elk River City Hall
13065 Orono Parkway
Gerald R. Grote Elk River, MN 55330
wlliam A. Smoley' $AND DELIVERED
Kurt A. Deter Re: Our File No. 11147. 001
Barrett L. Colombo Outlot A Brentwood Addition
Land Use Amendment and Rezoning Request
James. L. Wiant
Dear Mr. Klaers:
Gerald W. Von Ko/it
Enclosed is a letter for consideration by the City
James Degiovanni Council at the June 5, 1995 Council Meeting in regard to
~onG.Hobbs the Iand use amendment and zoning request by Dennis
Anderson, Public Hearing Case No. LUA 95-4 and ZC 95-4.
David J. Meyers°~' Please provide a copy to the Mayor and City Council
Members.
John J. Meuers
If you have any questions or I may be of any assistance
Roger C. Justin on this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me.
John J. Babcock
Sincerely,
JiflA. Pinkert
RINKS-NOONAN
Igor S. Lenzner'
Gary R. Leistico -
Chad T. Jerdee By
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ATTORNEYS AT LAW
Suite 700 Nonves! Center Box 7497 St. Cfoud, MN 56302
(6J2) 25l-6700 Fax: (612) 656-3500
June 1, 1995
Henry Duitsman, Mayor and City Council
D. MicAael Noonan Elk River City Hdll
13065 Orono Parkway
Gerald R. Grote Elk River, MN 55330
William A. 5moley' Re: Our File No. 11147.001
Kurt A. Deter Outlot A Brentwood Addition
Land Use Amendment and Rezoning Request
Barret! L Colombo
Dear Mayor Duitsman and Council Members:
James. L. Wiant
I represent a number of residents residing in the
Gerald W. Von KOrti Brentwood Addition in Elk River. As you are aware,
James Degiovanni Dennis Anderson is currently requesting the rezoning of
Outlot A in the Brentwood Addition from RC-1 (Single
~nG.HObbs Family Residential) to PUD (Plan Unit Development) for
the purpose of commercially developing the area. My
David J. Meyers ~' clients are concerned about the detrimental effect this
rezoning change to commercial development may have on the
John J.Meuers surrounding area including the Brentwood Addition.
Roger C. Justin After reviewing the available material and thoroughly
John J. Babcock discussing the matter with my clients, it appears there
is strong evidence in the record that this rezoning
Jill A. Pinkert change would indeed be detrimental to the residents in
the surrounding area and to the residents of Elk River in
Igor s. Lenzne~ general.
Gary R.Lesrico The Elk River Planning Commission has previously denied
Chad T.Jerdee the request to rezone this area citing a number of
reasons relating to the inappropriateness of this area
for commercial development. Generally, the planning
commission in denying the matter determined that the
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commercial activity to be located immediately adjacent to
existing residential areas. Because of the lack of
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A. There was also concern expressed by the planning
commission regarding traffic issues. These traffic
concerns included the lack of a signalized intersection
at the corner of 197th and Highway 169, and the lack of
any direct access to 169 along with the inability to
utilize a frontage road concept for this site leading to
concerns as to how commercial traffic would integrate
with the residential neighborhood. In addition, the
planning commission looked to the growth management plan
goals and policies which state that commercial
development should be located to strengthen the downtown
area and that strip or scattered commercial sites, such
as this, should be avoided. Moreover, the need for
additional highway commercial zoning within the Highway
169 corridor, as well as the possibility of a
neighborhood commercial designation, is currently being
studied as part of the updating of the city~s growth
management plan, and the commission determined any zoning
decision allowing the commercial development of outlot A
should be delayed until the updated comprehensive study
is completed.
The staff conclusions on this matter are equally
compelling. After reviewing the rezoning proposal and
giving full consideration to the land use plan, the staff
submitted a number of conclusions on the rezoning
request. The staff concluded that the proposed rezoning
and land use plan change would impact the character and
integrity of the surrounding residential areas. The
staff concluded that the necessary transportation
improvement necessitated in commercially developing the
area, would be detrimental to a number of homes along
Holt and in the general vicinity. Also the staff
concluded that the proposed rezoning and land use plan
would seriously impact the character and integrity of the
surrounding residential areas. The staff also concluded
in concurrence with the planning commission that because
outlot A is separated by an existing residential area
from the commercial corridor south of 193, the rezoning
and comprehensive plan amendment to allow the commercial
development of outlot A would not be a logical extension
of the commercial development occurring south of 193rd
Avenue.
There has been considerable public opposition to the
Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment and rezoning of
Outlot A in the Brentwood Addition. Public comment and
testimony on this issue to both the Planning Commission
and City Council has been strongly opposed to a change in
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Henry Duitsman, Mayor and City Council
June 1, 1995
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the Comprehensive Land Use Plan or in a rezoning of
Outlot A to allow commercial development. There has been
little, if any, favorable comment or testimony to either
the Planning Commission or City Council in favor of the
rezoning of Outlot A or in favor of an amendment to the
Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
The record which has been presented to the City Council
is compelling and straightforward. The requested land
use amendment and rezoning change of Outlot A is not in
the best interest of the Brentwood Addition area or of
the City of Elk River. The Elk River City Council should
consider this record and deny the land use amendment and
rezoning request for Outlot A.
Sincerely,
RINKE-NOONAN
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June 5, 1995
City of Elk River
13065 Orono Parkway
Elk River, MN. 55330
To Whom It May Concern:
I would like to withdraw my land use plan amendment
and rezoning applications dated June 5, 1995. These
applications were to rezone Outlot A of Brentwood
Addition from Rlc to a planned unit development with
and underlying land use of HB (Highway Business).
I am withdrawing these applications at this time,
however,I may be reapplying to rezone the property
at a more appropriate time.
Sincerely,
a`-~,-~j
Dennis Anderson
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ITEMS 8.5., 8.6.6 8.7.
MEMORANDUM
~~,~ TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Steven B. Acb, City Planner
DATE: May 15,1995
SUBJECT: Land Use Amendment and Rezoning
Request By Dennis Anderson
Public Hearing Case No. LUA 95-4
and ZC 95-4
Dennis Anderson is requesting the following:
(A) Comprehensive Land Use Plan Amendment changing the land use from
MR (Medium Density Residential) to HB (Highway Business).
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(B) Rezoning from R1 C (Single Family Residential) to PUD (Planned Unit
. Development) based on the submitted concept plan.
*(C) The Conditional Use Permit request for a development plan is being
considered at this time. *This application will be reviewed if the
rezoning is approved and a specific development is eminent.
LOCATION
Outlot `A', Brentwood subdivision (southwest corner of 197th and Highway 169).
ZONING/LAND USE
Rlc (Single Family Residential) / MR (Medium Density Residential).
ATTACHMENTS
• Report to the Planning Commission dated Apri125, 1995
• Letter from Brentwood resident
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Memo to City Council
May 15, 1995
• The attached report to the Planning Commission describes the background related to
Outlot A, as well as staffs review of the applications requested by Dennis Anderson.
Please refer to that report for a complete description of the applications.
Page 2
Mr. Anderson's applications include a land use plan amendment and rezoning to planned
unit development (PUD). Along with the rezoning application a concept plan has been
submitted to assist the Planning Commission and City Council in considering the change
in zoning from R1C (Single Family Residential) to PUD (Planned Unit Development).
One of the benefits in considering a rezoning to planned unit development, the City
Council may approve this rezoning based on the submitted concept plan and attach
certain conditions to mitigate impacts upon adjacent properties which may result as part
of the development.
The rezoning process to a planned unit development is slightly different than a traditional
rezoning. The primary difference lies within the rezoning based on a "conceptual"
development plan. To mitigate impacts the development may have on surrounding
properties and still allow the development to fit within a particulaz location, certain
conditions can be attached to the concept plan as part of the rezoning.
• Conditions such as the following:
• Increased landscaping areas (i.e., 50' to 100' setback areas)
• Maximum building size
• Signage standards
• Specifying types of uses
• Density of development
• Architectural standazds for each of the buildings
are just a few examples of what may be included in considering a planned unit
development.
If the rezoning and "concept plan" (with conditions) is approved by the City Council, the
next step is for a detailed review of the proposed development. This typically occurs
when an actual user for the property steps forward. This step is administered through the
conditional use permit process, involving public hearings before the Planning
Commission and City Council. If the specific development plan is consistent with the
"concept plan" (as approved with the rezoning), the Council will be in a position of
having to act affirmatively. The rezoning will have already granted the property owner
certain rights that may be difficult to deny at this point in the process.
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May 15, 1995
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
• The Planning Commission felt the proposed development was too intense, created a
traffic problem, and had a direct impact on the surrounding residential area. These
concerns, along with comments presented by residents and findings outlined in staff s
memo, were the basis for denying the land use plan amendment and rezoning request.
Prior to this recommendation, Commissioner Kreger suggested tabling the application
and having the applicant meet with the residents to modify the proposed plan.
Commissioner Kreger offered a list of suggestions in revising the plans, however, this
suggestion was not supported by the Planning Commission (please refer to the Planning
Commission minutes for further details).
After reviewing and giving full consideration of the land use plan amendment and
rezoning, staff submits the following conclusions:
• The proposed development has characteristics of a regional retail business and is
therefore, too intense for this particular pazcel. This type of development would
better serve the community in another location where making infrastructure
improvements will create less of an impact on surrounding properties and/or
necessary improvements may be planned for sometime in the future.
• • The proposed rezoning and land use plan change would impact the character and
integrity of surrounding residential areas.
• The necessary transportation improvements, including a frontage road extending
north of 193rd to the development, would be detrimental to the four single family
homes along Holt and others in the general vicinity.
• An alternative development for Outlot A with land use other than commercial may
not require a frontage road and be more compatible with the surrounding azea.
• The Steering Committee has not yet identified the commercial and industrial growth
areas and, therefore, this proposal may be inconsistent with the comprehensive plan's
goals and policies.
• The subject property is separated by an existing residential azea from the commercial
comdor south of 193rd; therefore, the rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment
to commercial would not be a logical extension of the regional-type commercial
developments that are occurring south of 193rd Avenue.
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May 15, 1995
RECOMMENDATION
• It is recommended that the City Council consider one of the following:
1. Deny the comprehensive land use plan amendment and rezoning based on the
fmdings mentioned above.
2. Recommend the plans be revised by reducing the amount of commercial and send
the applications back to the Planning Commission for consideration.
3. Approve the comprehensive land use plan amendment to HB (Highway Business)
and rezoning to PUD (Planned Unit Development) based on the concept plan with
certain conditions. The City Council may wish to consider the following
conditions for the concept plan:
1. The green space along Irving Street be a minimum of 40 feet wide and
include a 5' to 6' berm with extensive landscaping, providing a natural
buffer between the commercial project and residential area.
2. Signage for the development should be designed to minimize the possible
impact on surrounding residential uses. The following guidelines should
be followed:
• • No wall or free-standing signage be pemutted along Irving Street and
197th Avenue.
• One free-standing sign be allowed for each developable lot.
• Free-standing signs be of a monument style with a maximum height
that will be sensitive to the surrouding azea and consistent with recent
developments along Highway 169.
All loading berths/azeas be screened 100% from all residential
properties and public rights-of--way.
4. Storm water retention areas be constructed in location(s) that will not
require the removal of trees. Furthermore, retention ponds within
setbacks/landscaped areas along Holt Street should be discouraged.
5. The planned unit development include the development of only Lot 1,
Block 2, and be limited to one "big box" general retail user. If a multi-
tenant strip center is considered at a later date in place of the single user,
an amendment to the concept plan must be reviewed by the Planning
Commission and City Council.
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May 15, 1995
6. No outdoor storage, displaying of merchandise, or open sales azea be
. allowed unless made part of and incorporated into the architectural design
of the building.
Developer be responsible for paying fair shaze of all required off-site
improvements in order to develop the subject property. These
improvements shall be outlined and made part of the developer's
agreement.
8. All pazking lot and building lighting be down-lit and directed away from
surrounding properties.
9. No vehicle access to Lot 1, Block 2, shall be allowed from Irving Avenue.
If the City Council approves the land use plan amendment and rezoning applicafions,
staff would suggest the Council direct staff to prepare the appropriate resolution and
ordinance documents for Council consideration at their next meeting.
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May 15, 1995
4. AN ADDITIONAL 17 FOOT OF RIGHT-OF-WAY ALONG COUNTY ROAD 32 BE
GRANTED TO THE COUNTY.
• COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-
0.
8.5 Dennis Anderson Reauest for Comprehensive Land Use Designation From Medium
Density Residential to Hiahwav Business, Public Hearing, Case No. LUA 95-04
8.6 Dennis Anderson Request for Rezoning from Single Family Residential to Planned
Unit Development, Public Hearing. Case No. ZC 95-04
8.7 Dennis Anderson Reauest for a Conditional Use Permit for a Commercial Planned
Unit Development, Public Hearing, Case No. CU 95-0b (this item will not be
considered at this timel.
City Planner Steve Ach stated that Dennis Anderson is requesting a
comprehensive land use plan amendment changing the land use from MR
(Medium Density Residential) to HB (Highway Business Residential) for Outlot A
Brentwood subdivision located on the southwest corner of 197th Avenue and
Highway 169. Steve Ach further stated that Dennis Anderson is requesting a
rezoning of the same parcel of property from R1C (Single Pamily Residential) to
PUD (Planned Unit Development) based on the submitted concept plan.
Steve Ach reviewed the staff report regarding these iwo requests. Steve Ach
stated that staff recommends that the Ciiy Council consider one of three actions:
• 1. Deny the comprehensive land use plan amendment and rezoning.
2. Recommend that the plans be revised by reducing the amount of
commercial and send the applications back to the Planning Commission
for consideration.
3. Approve the comprehensive land use plan amendment based on the
concept plan with certain conditions.
Steve Ach stated that the Planning Commission felt that the proposed
development was too intense and created a traffic problem and would have a
direct impact on the surrounding residential area. The Planning Commission
voted to recommend denial of the requests.
Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing.
Dennis Anderson owner of Outlot A stated that the planned use for Outlot A has
always been some type of Highway use. He indicated that it is his intent to effect
as tew homes as possible in the sunounding area. He stated that it has never
been his intention to use Outlot A as residential.
Ron Peterson, 11625 197th Avenue North, indicoted his opposition to the proposed
request for rezoning and land use amendment. He indicated that at one point
Outlot A was designed as a residential area. He further stated he felt that the
commercial plan is inconsistent with the character of the Brentwood subdivision.
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May 15, 1995
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led Travica, 19702 Irving Street, indicated his opposition to the request for land
use amendment and rezoning. He stated that the allowing of a commercial use
• would be an inhusion to the homes in the area. Mr. Travica provided a letter to
the members of the City Council which will be made a part of the official record
of this Council meeting.
Dale Miller, 11795 196th Avenue NW, indicated his opposition to the request. He
stated that he was told that Outlot A was going to be parks, townhouses, or single
family dwellings. He indicated he would not have purchased a lot if he had been
aware of the proposed commercial developments.
AI Fischer, 11946 196th Circle, stated his opposition to the request. He indicated
he had been informed that Outlot A was not intended for commercial
development. He further stated that he would not have purchased his property
hod he been aware of the fact that Outlot A may be developed as commercial.
Wayne Traaseth, 11707 194th Avenue NW, indicated his opposition to the request.
He stated his concern regarding the amount of traffic that would be generated
by the rezoning. He indicated that rezoning of the property to allow commercial
development would devalue the surrounding residential property.
Bob Sturgis, 11789 197th Avenue NW, indicated his opposition to the request. He
stated that the Steering Committee has not yet reviewed the future commercial
growth areas of the City. He further indicated his concern regarding traffic in the
area.
Phil Johnson, 19440 Holt Avenue, indicated his opposition to the request. He
• indicated that a rezoning to allow commercial development would adversely
affect the residential neighborhood. He further indicated that commercial
development would require sewer and water and stated that the extension of
sewer and water to his neighborhood would negatively affect his property. Mr.
Johnson discussed the issue of traffic routes to access the mall. He stated that he
is concerned regarding the safety of the children as residential streets would be
used as routes to access the mall.
Michael Fox, 11747 197th Avenue, indicated his opposition to the request. He
stated that property values would be negatively affected. He further indicated
his concern regarding the safety of the children and the value of the homes in
the area.
Jenny Stone, 19783 Lowell Avenue, indicated her opposition to the request.
William Jones, 11763 194th Avenue, indicated his opposition to the request. He
stated that he knows of no other cities that build malls next to residential areas.
Rolfe Anderson, 19411 Irving Circle, indicated his opposition to the request. He
stated that the intersection of 193rd Avenue and Highway 169 is creating a
hazard for the children to cross Highway 169. He indicated he would rather see
residential development along the highway.
There being no further comments, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing.
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Councilmember Scheel indicoted that she is aware of several communities that
have built shopping malls next to residential areas. She stated that this is not an
• unusual case. She further indicated that according to a covenant for the
Brentwood area dated 1981, Outlot A was not proposed for residential
development.
Councilmember Farber spoke of the concem regarding the impact traffic would
have in the Brentwood area if the property were rezoned for commercial use.
Councilmember Farber indicated that he did not feel that area warranted
commercial development. He indicated he was opposed to the request.
Councilmember Holmgren spoke about the decision of the Council to not want
commercial development to the west of the City due to the Business Park and
further indicated that there is no sewer and water to the east of the City along
Highway 1U. He indicated this leaves only Highway 169 for commercial
development at the present time. He stated he felt this issue should go back to
the Planning Commission for review and further stated that he was not convinced
that Outlot A should only be developed as residential property.
Mayor Duitsman stated that he felt commercial development could go up to
197th Avenue. He indicated that he is concerned about protecting the residents
in the area with some type of a buffer from the commercial development. He
further indicated he did not feel that Outlot A was a residential piece of property.
Councilmember Dietz voiced his support for Planning Commission members and
their review of this proposal. He indicated that he felt the City would also be
receiving a request. from developers on the east side of Highway 169 to extend
• commercial development up to 197th Avenue. He further stated that he felt
Outlot A was conducive to commercial development, however, he indicated
that he disagreed with the proposed concept for a big box retailer in that area.
Councilmember Dietz stated that Elk Park Valu Center is surrounded by iwo major
roads whereas this property is surrounded only by one major road and residential
property. He stated that because of that, he would like to see the developer
submit a revised, down-sized concept. He stated that commercial development
will go north of 193rd Avenue in this area as the City has a commercial site next to
Holt Avenue that it plans to sell in the future. Councilmember Dietz stated that
there must be some type of buffer between large commercial development and
residential areas.
The City Council discussed the size of commercial building that should be
proposed for Outlot A. Affer much discussion, it was decided that there would be
no need for the developer to return to the Planning Commission with new plans.
However, the developer should submit revised plans to the City Council for
review.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO CONTINUE ITEMS 8.5. AND 8.6. TO THE JUNE 5,
1995, CITY COUNCIL MEETING. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 3-2. Councilmembers Farber and Dietz opposed.
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