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2b. Old Town District '0 City Center Drivr, POBox 147 FROM: Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317 Phone 612.937.1900 DATE: General Fax 612.937.5739 'ngineeringFax612.937.9152 SUBJ: 'ubli, Safety F/L, 612.934.2524 \\7eb www.ci.rhanhassen.mn.lIS CITY OF CHANHASSEN ;).b. MEMORANDUM TO: Don Ashworth, City Manager Kate Aanenson, Planning Director April 15, 1998 "Old Town" Attached is a copy of the proposed "Old Town" plan. Council had asked to review this plan and the ordinance prior to a public hearing before the Planning Commission. Staff will review the purpose and intent of this document at the work session. The commission will e discussing the ordinance at their April 15, 1998, meeting. The public hearing is scheduled for May 6, 1998. e City of Chanhassen. A growing community with ,itan lakes, quality schools, a ,harming downtown, thriving businesses, and beautiful parks. A great plare to IÙ'e, work, and play. CITY OF CHANHASSEN MEMORANDUM TO: Planning Commission 690 City Center Drive, PO Box 147 FROM: Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317 Phone 612.937.1900 General Fax 612.937.5139 DATE: Engineering Fax 612.937.9152 Public Safety Fax 612.934.2524 SUBJ: Wéb www.ci.chdllhassen.mn.us Sharmin AI-Jaff, Planner II Cynthia Kirchoff, Planner I April 10, 1998 Draft Ordinance for "Old Town" Chanhassen On April 1, 1998, the Planning Commission reviewed the "Old Town" Plan and directed staff to proceed with developing an ordinance to protect and guide the area. The City Attorney has prepared a draft ordinance for the "Old Town" Chanhassen overlay district. The ordinance is missing a definition for Historic Buildings. Staff suggests the following definition: Historic Building is any building or structure which is historically or architecturally significant and is 50 years or older. Also, a discussion took place regarding an ordinance enforced by staff or one that would require an architectural review committee. With an Architectural Review Committee, the City Council will need to appoint members that would meet on a regular basis (once a month or bi-weekly) to review and approve plans. It would become an extra step in the process specifically for nonresidential buildings. The second option which is incorporated into the draft ordinance, allows the Zoning Administrator to review and approve a building permit administratively for residential buildings. Nonresidential single family buildings would have to meet the site plan ordinance requirements. G:\plan\sa\old town.4-lO The City of Chanhassen. A growing community with clean lakes, quality schools, a charming downtown, thriving businesses, and beautiful parks. A great plare to live, work, and 04/10/98 FRI 13:07 FAX 612 452 5550 CAMPBELL +H CHANHASSEN ~002 CITY OF CHANHASSEN CARVER AND HENNEPm COUNTIES, MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING cHAPTER 20 OF THE CHANØASSEN CITY CODE, THE CITY'S ZONING ORDINANCE, ESTABLISIßNG AN OLD TOWN PROTECTION OVERLAY DISTRICT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Section 20-201 of the Chanhassen City Code is amended by adding a Special District . OT-P " , Old Town Protection District. SECTION 2. Chapter 20 of the Chanhassen City Code is amended by adding Article XXXI to read: ARTICLE xxn. OLD TOWN PROTECTION DISTRICT Sec. 20-1530. Purpose. The Old Town Protection District is intended to perpetuate an area of the City with special historical and cultural value. The purpose of the District is to: (1) Designate, preserve, protect, enhance, and perpetuate an area of the City which reflects outstanding elements of the City's cultural, artistic, social, economic, architectural, and historic heritage; (2) Foster civic pride in the beauty and accomplishments of the past; (3) Stabilize or improve the aesthetic and economic vitality and values of the area; (4) Protect and enhance the City's attraction to tourists and visitors; (5) Promote the use of outstanding historical or architectural structures for the education, stimulation, and welfare of the people of the City; (6) Promote good urban design; and (7) Promote and encourage continued private ownership and use of such buildings and other structures now so owned and used, to the extent that the objectives listed above can be attained. 61317.0' ANK;04f' olea 04/10/98 FRI 13:07 FAX 612 452 5550 CAMPBELL +H CHANHASSEN ~003 Sec. 20-1531. District Boundaries. The boundaries of the Zoning District are: [FILL IN] Sec. 20-1532. District Application. The OT-P, Old Town Protection District, shall be overlaid over all other zoning districts within its boundaries. The regulations and requirements of the OT-P District shall be in addition to the regulations and requirements of the other zomng districts. Sec. 20-1533. DefiDitions. The following words and phrases, when used in this Chapter, shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them: (1) Altemtion shall mean any act or process which changes one or more exterior feature. (2) Exterior Architectural Feature shall mean the architectural style, design, general arrangement, and components of all the outer s\II'Íaces of a structure or improvement, including but not limited to the materials, type, and style of all windows, doors, lights, signs, and other fixtures appurtenant to the structure or improvement. Sec. 20-1534. Review of Building, Demolition, and Sign Permits. If an application is made for a building, demolition, or sign permit in the OT-P District for any of the following: (1) alteration of an exterior architectural feature; (2) demolition of a building; (3) constroction or erection of or addition to any building; (4) exterior signs; the permit shall not be issued unless it is accompanied by written approval of the Zoning Administrator stating that the proposed work is in compliance with the standards of this Division. If the Zoning Administrator denies the permit, the Administrator ~hall notify the applicant of the decision and the reason for it. Any person aggrieved by a decision of the Zoning Administrator may appeal the decision within thirty (30) days to the Board of Adjustments and Appeals. 61317.01 RNK,04l1 01$8 2 04/10/98 FRI 13:08 FAX 612 452 5550 CAMPBELL ->H CHANHASSEN ~004 Sec. 20-1535. Permit Standards. The Zoning Administrator shall approve a building or demolition permit in the OT-P District if: (1) The proposed exterior of an addition to a building is compatible in design, materials, and scale with the exisring building. (2) A proposed new building meets the standards and requirements of the Old Town Neighborhood Plan dated , 1998, on file with the City Clerk. (3) The demolition is necessary because: (a) The building is not safe to occupy and it is not economically feasible to repair. (b) There is no viable economic use of the building. (4) The sign is compatible in design, material, and scale within the area in which it is located. ~ECTION 3. This ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and publication. PASSED AND ADOPTED this the City of Chanhassen. day of , 19_, by the City Council of ATTEST: Nancy K. Mancino, Mayor Don Ashworth, Clerk/Manager (Published in the Chanhassen Villager on ,19~. 61317.01 RNK:04f10188 3 690 City Center Drive, POBox 147 FROM: Chanhassel1, Minnesota 55317 Phone 612.937.1900 DATE: General Fax 612.937.5739 Engineering Fax 612.937.9152 SUBJ: Pnblic Safety Fa, 612.934.2524 U}bll'lI'wci.clJtl1z1ltlSJfII.lIIll.IIJ CITY OF CHANHASSEN LJ-, - MEMORANDUM TO: Planning Commission Sharmin AI-Jaff, Planner II March 28, 1998 Update on "Old Town" Chanhassen In 1997, work began on preparing a study of the "Old Town" Chanhassen. The City Council directed staff to conduct the study due to changes that were taking place in the area that could potentially affect the appearance and character of the area. The most significant change was the relocation of St. Hubert's School and Church. This site now has the potential for redevelopment and is being looked at closely by Chapel Hill Academy as a school and church with plans for an expansion. The city also owns the Pauly/Pony/Przymus site. The old building was removed and now has the potential for redevelopment. This has been a sentimental issue for many residents in the area. The site is zoned Central Business District and was proposed for development as an office building. The message that came from the residents was to leave the site as an open space. This was another triggering point for the study. The Schlenk property which has approximately 4 acres in area, the Colonial Square site, and the Klingelhutz property, all have the potential for development. The process began with an issue paper that appeared before the Planning Commission for discussion. At that meeting, they directed staff to meet with the neighborhood and property owners in the area to gather their input. The first neighborhood meeting for "Old Town" Chanhassen took place on January 13, 1998. Residents, property owners, City Council and Planning Commission members were invited to the meetings. Through field surveys and existing data, we identified all the existing uses and structures in the area. Boundaries of the commercial area were based upon their potential for redevelopment. The residential boundaries followed the plat of St. Hubertus, which was created in 1887, and formed the majority of the Village of Chanhassen. This information was presented to the attendees and it was explained that their input will help staff develop criteria and guidelines to maintain the character of the area and establish guidelines for new development. The Citv ofClJð}/hIlJJfU. A O'rml';I/Q (rmll/llmit" I/IÙ¡' rlMII laÞ" filM!i", f(hnl)/( t1 rJ¡f/nlli¡u, rlnl/mtrllllll thri/'''lu h7lÚ/u'íÎPr. Imd hMllfif,,1 Mrb. A (T/'¡W hII/o' tn ¡iI'f' /lIllI'£.. Imd Planning Commission March 26, 1998 Page 2 To simplify and make the study area more manageable, we divided the area into nine districts. These districts are: Residential, St. Hubert's School and Church, Schlenk property, Old St. Hubert's Church and Cemetery, Klingelhutz Building, Village Hall, Colonial Square and Country Clean, Railroad Depot and the Dinner Theater. The attendees split into two groups and were asked to list the strengths, weaknesses, best and worst outcome of each site over the next 10 years facing each district (see attachment for detailed responses). This procedure enabled us to identify the components that need to be preserved or encouraged in future development, problems/weaknesses that need to be targeted and improved, and potential land uses in the area. We also needed to develop a mission statement that recognizes the values of the neighborhood. Participants were informed that there was no wrong answer. Open space was desirable among land uses. The "Old Town" neighborhood boundaries extend from West 77th Street on the north, the railroad tracks to the south, the Chanhassen Dinner Theater to the west and the St. Hubertus subdivision on the east. The second meeting took place on February 24, 1998. The meeting began with staff briefly touching on the issue of open spaces on developable land. It was explained that property owners have to have a reasonable use of a property. We also explained that if these properties were developed, standards needed to be established to guide these developments. A slide show was presented and each attendee was asked to rate these slides with a scale of -5 meaning most unfavorable to a range of +5 meaning most desirable. The slides contained different types of residential units (both single and multifamily structures) with specific design elements such as porches, pitched and flat roofs, brick and wood exteriors, porches, landscaping, etc. The second segment was a series of commercial buildings containing (metal and fabric awnings, flat brick walls, painted brick, stucco, cornices, windows, pitched and flat roofs, one, two and three story buildings, parking lots, buildings abutting the sidewalks versus a landscape buffer between the buildings and the sidewalk, etc.) The third segment dealt with open spaces, sidewalks, fences, light fixtures, pedestrian bridges and street furniture. The results were very consistent in some areas and varied in . others. Residential: The surveys indicate that flat facades and flat roofs were not desirable. Residential units (both single and multifamily) scored high when the facade contained a defined entrance/porch, dormers, recessed second story, brick, narrow wood siding, fabric awnings, recessed garages, and a design that reflects a certain time period. Planning Commission March 26, 1998 Page 3 Commercial: The results indicate that defined cornices on buildings, brick or narrow wood siding, recessed entrances, street, narrow ITont yard strip or behind the building parking, windows with a repeated rhythm, low profile (not to exceed two story), a balance offabric awnings (not overly cluttered), a landscape buffer between the building and the sidewalk. Open space sidewalks, fences, light fixtures, pedestrian bridges and street furniture: The results indicate that a flat open space with no defined landscape was highly rejected. The majority gave higher ratings to settings with a focal point (gazebo or fountain) surrounded by benches, sidewalks that incorporate a decorative element (such as a row of brick or cobble stone with the concrete), mature trees, shielded ornamental light fixtures, and a separation from the street by an ornamental; open slots metal fences). Light fixtures were an issue for some residents who value the night sky. Some felt that the City is using the wrong type of lights, lights that are not recessed and shielded. Staff directed the attendees to judge the design of the fixture only. The decorative light which received the lowest rating between eight fixtures was the type used in downtown Chanhassen along the West 78th median. Pedestrian bridges were included in the presentation because some of the attendees felt strongly about providing an access point to the existing pedestrian bridge over Highway 5 and the area north of the railroad tracks. There is a potential spot for such a bridge and staff is working with the Railroad Authority on a proposal. Simple design bridges with no concrete rated the highest. '. At that same meeting, staff invited Chapel Hill Academy to the Old Town meeting. The wish to purchase the existing St. Hubert's School and church with the intention of expanding it over the next 5-8 years. We explained the process/study we were conducting and advised Chapel Hill to wait until the study was completed. We encouraged them to share any information pertinent to this study and that could impact the area. The area residents welcomed Chapel Hill Academy to the area and felt that this use is consistent with the previous one and would fit in. The issue of expansion was of concern. Chapel Hill intends to add a gymnasium along Frontier Trail. These structures are typically two stories high, constructed of a long flat wall. The residents in the area (specifically those across the street or next to the church) were concerned with such a building. They were also concerned with the potential loss of the existing homes and mature trees along the east portion of the church site. The third and last neighborhood meeting took place on March 24, 1998. Staff prepared a mission statement and design guidelines for the development of the area to ensure that new structures fit in with the existing buildings. Numerous Planning Commission March 26,1998 Page 4 issues were raised, mainly dealing with the impact of these guidelines (specifically if they were adopted as ordinances) on the existing homes. The developers and owners or potential owners of nonresidential property discouraged the neighbors from adopting ordinances since they could potentially make their property harder to sell. They also felt that the language in the study makes it difficult to develop the nonresidential property. Instead, they suggested that each site have a specific guideline that applies to the specific nonresidential parcel. The following pages are the "Old Town Chanhassen Plan." It is a plan that had a team approach consisting of neighbors, property owners, developers, City Council members, Planning Commissioners, and staff. One of staffs objectives is to formulate responsive, citizen based action strategies, goals for comprehensive maintenance and/or improvements, and ordinances to guide redevelopment. We realize that some of the recommendations or findings will not please everyone, however, the results were based upon the majority of the survey results. \\cfsl \voI2\plan\sa\old town.4-I.doc OLD TOWN NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN DO DO () DO c:::J c:::J . 'c:::J c::::::J DO DO CI1Y OF CHANI-lASSEN -'-..- OLD TOWN CHANHASSEN PART 1. Introduction The "Old Town" Neighborhood, as it is known today, has made quite a transformation from its humble beginnings. Originally, the town consisted ofa few simple buildings, while family farms occupied the land on the periphery. St. Hubertus, the re~idential portion, consisted of small lots in a grid pattern. This scene remained relatively unchanged until the 1960s. st.H",1JcrllU' tiv. Cu.¿1wÚ,e. Chu..rch. IS E. J!a.r·QIL-. 3 ~ ~ ., " "3.70 . " Jfcr.rtin. S'I HUBERTU$ ; , "'+ . & , . , , , L , .. . R '-.""-. í '''', E. :IJø1t9arJ, " ~-II·l· ~.....~¡... ;;.;;;7",.-:-.....~......""..:..~<o... .,. \:) Schle.nk.. GEAM"'~ CATH.CHURCH ¡1 , 810 , 9 J.P,RDU6«cA... , Ði] " IJo . , ......_.......J.:~_.... :,,,'~ 'T:':J.L-, '~; T;-'~ ~ ... J. P.Ros.r"ðCEc7a. 26.84 1I ~ n r;:r .J ~I ' "II o:.'.u.l.r (Justar__ K£.-lm.-- , , .. If' 10 36.U G HASSEN (FOR'MERLYS,HlJBERTUS) srCTtONS12.,f3 CHANHAS!tN TwP. Scaù..JOO /'t.tð 1 I~L. .. - d: _ _ 147.S . - - ...._ _ .__.~__._':_,J OA_¿..!_~~:~·l: ~~__~~-_._ ._._... _.._.___ h._._.___.____ Original plat map of the'viUage ofChanhdssen, 1896 Today Chanhassen is no longer a small town. It is a suburb of the metropolitan area. The downtown extends from Powers Blvd. to Great Plains Blvd. The businesses as well as the street alignment have changed. The location of downtown has been maintained, although the only remnants of the "Old Town" are the original St. Hubert's Church, the Village Hall, the Railroad Depot and a few homes, most notably the Pauly home on West 78th Street and Frontier Trail. I PART 2. Study Area The "Old Town" neighborhood boundaries extend from West 77th Street on the north, the railroad tracks to the south, the Chanhassen Dinner Theater to the west and the St. Hubertus subdivision on the east. i · · < ~ E ~ · ð OLD TOWN NEIGHBORHOOD W. 71th $1. D b OD[J o D o o o o 0 [J ChlnYI... o St.H berl', ~ W, 781h $t. .11 o Cemetery ~ []!j3gelhwlz 2 PART 3. Study Purpose The study area is the foundation of the City's origin, so the existing uses and potential uses should reflect this sense of history and place. This report will address the development opportunities that exist in this area of the City. Ultimately, the purpose of this report is to develop and implement design standards for Chanhassen's "Old Town," both residential, institutional, and commercial. The standards will assist property owners/developers in selecting appropriate and historically sensitive designs for their property sites, exterior alterations and new building construction. These standards will enhance the "sense of place and time" that is evident in the district. Changes to buildings are often inevitable, and these standards will provide assurance that review will be based on clear standards. Mission Statement The history of the City ofChanhassen is represented by the original St. Hubert's Church and Village Hall. Further development in "Old Town" shall reflect this history, particularly in architecture. The design of the residential and commercial uses will maintain the high quality and integrity as the existing historic structures. The "Old Town" nonresidential portion of the study area should be an extension of downtown. It should embody design concepts that reflect the integrity of the area. The "Old Town" overlay district shall contain the following elements: · a balance between the pedestrian and the automobile environment; · the recognition that "Old Town" contains historic features which are important to the community; · the need to plan with some degree of flexibility for changes in the future; · complete pedestrian connections that lead from the nonresidential "Old Town" to and through the downtown; · create continuity along the street by reflecting the setback of existing buildings in new development; · locate buildings close to the street, with parking behind or beside the buildings; · create a strong relationship between buildings, pedestrian spaces and the street; · offer pedestrians safety and convenience by providing entries from both streets and parking areas; 3 ~~ Pe~'i~~ ."", íB;ldio. ""II I C....., I I I Parkin'L L ....., -__ -J · select building practices and architectural elements to reinforce the historic character of West 78th Street; · encourage the preservation and adaptive reuse of structures of historic and architectural significance; · provide park and open space facilities that emphasize accessibility and use by Chanhassen residents; and · light fixtures that are shielded/recessed and sensitive to the environment PART 4. Districts There are nine districts in the "Old Town" neighborhood: Residential, St. Hubert's School and Church, Schlenk property, Old St. Hubert's Church and Cemetery, Klingelhutz Building, Village Hall, Colonial Square and Country Clean, Railroad Depot and the Dinner Theater. Each district is analyzed by addressing the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and challenges, formulating responsive, citizen based action strategies, goals for comprehensive maintenance and/or improvements, and ordinances to guide redevelopment. Design Guidelines for Rehabilitation, Additions, and New Construction I. A property shall be used for its historic/intended purpose or be placed in a new use that requires minimal change to the defining characteristics of the building and its site and environment. 2. The historic character of a property shall be retained and preserved. The removal of historic materials or alteration of features and spaces that characterize a property shall be avoided. If a property has changed over time in a fashion that sets it out as non-characteristic of the surrounding area and there are plans to demolish and rebuild the structure, (i.e. Colonial Square Building design and location), an effort shall be made to create a new design that reflects similar setbacks, height, design, and materials to the surrounding area. This shall not mean identical , rolors and "cookie cutter" designs as neighboring structures. 3. Most properties change over time. Those changes that have acquired historic significance in their own right shall be retained and preserved. 4. Deteriorated features shall be repaired. The replacement or addition of a feature shall match the old in design, color, texture, and other visual qualities and, where possible, materials. 5. New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy characteristics of the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale and architectural features to protect the integrity of the property and its environment. 4 The basic principle for new construction or additions is to harmonize with the predominant characteristics ofthe surrounding neighborhood. The "Old Town" residential portion of the area is architecturally diverse with an overall pattern of compatibility and continuity. These guidelines focus on general rather than specific design elements to encourage architectural originality, innovation and quality design within the context of the surrounding community. RESIDENTIAL Specific Guidelines For New Construction and Front Yard Additions New design can be unique but compatible. Quality Design Guidelines for new construction or additions encourage utilization of design elements that are common in the area's architectural styles, especially those predominant in the area surrounding the new construction. New structures' primary design elements should fit in with the character of the nearby area and should be compatible in size, scale, elements and site design. Contemporary design that fits into the overall pattern and character of a neighborhood and yet . tetains its own individuality as a new structure is highly encouraged. It is this delicate balance that makes for living and livable old neighborhoods. Physical Placement On The Site New construction must conform to the normal front, side and rear yard setbacks. In older neighborhoods, where the front yard setback requirements is deeper than existing setbacks, the average of the setbacks along the block is used instead. Side yard requirements pertain to building height; the higher the building, the greater the side yard requirements. Current zoning requirements make some smaller, existing lots in older neighborhoods unbuildable without variances. 5 Older neighborhoods, which often had uniform narrow lots, have a strong sense of directional expression of the ITont facades. The ITont facades of the houses squarely face the street. New construction will be expected to follow this facade expression. For instance, a house set back on an angle from the street would not be permitted in a neighborhood with parallel facings. Locating a long, narrow building on a lot and placing the main entry door on the side of the building is also not recommended. The uniform narrow lots also emphasize "walls of continuity" in older neighborhoods. This is also sometimes known as the street's rhythm. There will be a horizontal or vertical building emphasis along the street. This emphasis is usually dictated by architectural style. Placing a low, horizontal building along a line of tall, narrow buildings breaks the continuity of the facades. New construction should conform with these "walls of continuity" to avoid distraction in the old neighborhood. "Walls of continuity" also relate to recurrent building masses and spaces. There will be a feel of equal spaces between buildings of similar size. New construction should not be placed in a way that disrupts this mass to space feel. Setback should be compatible with surrounding property Relationship Of New Construction To Surrounding Structures Features of new construction or additions should conform to the various design aspects of existing adjacent structures. These conformances should relate to massing, height, primary roof pitch, front porch projections, relationship of architectural details and relationship of materials. 6 tmtmlm tmlm I EQUAL1 !O!J I I EQUAl.... Continuity is created by equal spaces between buildings of similar size. Massing And Height New construction and additions should conform to the massing, volume, and height of existing adjacent structures. Massing and volume is often dictated by roof shape. New construction of two stories has different massing if the roof pitch is flat as opposed to steep. Massing will have a direct connection to average house length, width, and roof shape. The height of new construction should be no lower or higher than the average height of all permitted residential buildings on both block faces. Floor to floor heights should match the floor to floor heights ofthe adjacent older buildings. 00= 00 ~. , , The one story building has unacceptable massing, floor to floor ratios and height. Roof Pitch Roofpitch and roof shape should repeat other roofforms found in the neighborhood. Roofpitch means that the new constructions should have the same general raise to run rations as others in the neighborhood. Since some blocks have roof pitches that vary greatly due to construction time period, roofforms should relate mostly to houses within the same block or on the facing block. Dominant roof features, such as dormers and chimneys should approximate adjacent buildings in form and shape also. New additions and accessory structures should, in most cases, have a similar roof pitch to the existing main building. Steep gabled main structures typically had gabled accessory structures and low-pitched roof houses had compatible accessory structures. IHBOOIm !±Elm D Neighborhood blocks tend to have similar roof pitch. ODD [Æ]OO ~ HE HIHHJ ImmJ New construction, like the middle house, should not vary roof pitch from surrounding buildings. 8 Porches are an important visual element in nearly all historic and "old" architecture styles. Most porches are one story high, but vary in width from full facade to simple canopies above steps. Porches on new structures or new porches should have proportions and materials similar to original porches in the neighborhood. Density and general shape of porch posts should also be considered. Most newly constructed porches should not be enclosed and should have connections to the interiors through windows and doors. Entry height levels should also be similar to those on adjacent structures. Contemporary design can be most creative with porches in terms of individuality and detailing while still retaining continuity with neighboring, existing houses. Porches shall meet existing porch ordinance requirement which allows them to encroach 5 feet into the required front yard setback. Porch Projections wm DO] New design should not ignore porch projections. Note how the house without the poech interrupts rhythm. Architectural Materials Architectural materials for new construction and additions should either be the same as existing structures or have an appearance very similar to the older houses. For instance, narrow wooden clapboard siding laid in horizontal pattern is very typical on older buildings. New construction that uses stone finishes is not recommended. However, using narrow, vinyl siding laid in a horizontal pattern is acceptable because it has the appearance of traditional siding. Siding materials on newly constructed accessory structures should match the main structure. New accessory structures are encouraged to be simple in style and materials. These types of wall coverings on new construction are Incompatible with existing houses in old neighborhoods. Moved Structures Proposals to move structures into an "Old Town District" will be viewed by the same guidelines that apply to new construction. Moved buildings should be of compatible architectural style and sited on the property appropriately. Moving buildings is often a way to save historic buildings while contributing to better continuity in neighborhoods with vacant lots. Accessory Buildings The accessory buildings found most often in the old town neighborhood is the garage. Siding on garages should match the cover material on houses. The roof pitch of the garage should also match the pitch of the roof of the house. Newly constructed garages should be located in the rear of the lot, partially behind the main structure and screened in some way from street view by landscaping if the size and shape of lot permits. Garage doors shall be made of compatible wood materials. Front Yard Fences Accessory buildings should mimIc roof pilch of main buildings. Fences shall be constructed in accordance with the fence ordinance. However, fences in the overlay district shall exhibit greater architectural significance. Fences appropriate for this district are low, no taller than 42 inches, and visually open. Close, flat boards are not recommended. The following fences are not permitted: chain link, cyclone, wood lattice or other solid fences. .~ Inappropriate fence styles for old houses do not reveal house details or relate in materials. Outdoor Mechanicals Outdoor mechanicals such as air conditioners should be located as inconspicuously as possible. These mechanicals should be located to the rear of the buildings, invisible from the street and should be landscapes. Every attempt shall be made to screen mechanical equipment. 10 Specific Guidelines for New Construction and Additions COMMERCIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL The basic principle for new construction or additions is to harmonize with the predominant characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood. The "Old Town" nonresidential portion of the area is architecturally diverse with some historical buildings. Some of the structures are proposed to be demolished, rehabilitated, and enlarged. These guidelines focus on general rather than specific design elements to encourage architectural originality, innovation and quality design within the context of the surrounding community. It promotes design standards that build on existing structures considered to be a strength. Quality Design Guidelines for new construction or additions encourage utilization of design elements that are common in the area's architectural styles, especially those predominant in the area surrounding the new construction. The guidelines do not wish for recreations of architectural styles. New structures' primary design elements should fit in with the character of the nearby area and should be compatible in size, scale, elements and site design. Contemporary design that fits into the overall pattern and character of an area and yet retains its own individuality as a new structure is highly encouraged. Physical placement on the Site New construction must conform to the normal front, side and rear yard setbacks. In the CBD district, structure shall conform to the setback of existing neighboring buildings. Where the front yard setback requirements is deeper or less than existing setbacks, the average of the setbacks along the block is used instead. Side yard requirements pertain to building height; the higher the building, the greater the side yard requirements. . Older commercial and institutional areas, which often had uniform narrow lots, have a strong sense of directional expression of the front facades. The front facades of the buildings squarely face the street. New construction will be expected to follow this facade expression. For instance, a building set back on an angle from the street would not be permitted in a neighborhood with parallel facings. Locating a long, narrow building on a lot and placing the main entry door on the side of the building is also not recommended. The uniform narrow lots also emphasize "walls of continuity" in older commercial areas. This is also sometimes known as the street's rhythm. There will be a horizontal or vertical building emphasis along the street. This emphasis is usually dictated by architectural style. Placing a low, horizontal building along a line of tall, narrow buildings breaks the continuity of the facades. New construction should conform with these ''walls of continuity" to avoid distraction in the old neighborhood. The only exceptions to this rule are the Klingelhutz property and the 11 "PaulylPonylPrzymis" site. Any structure located on this site shall maintain a height not to exceed the base of the roofline of "Old St. Huberts". "Walls of continuity" also relate to recurrent building masses and spaces. There will be a feel of equal spaces between building of similar size. Placing new construction in such a way as to disrupt this mass to space feel is also distracting. Relationship of New Construction to Surrounding Structures Features of new construction or additions should conform to the various design aspects of existing adjacent structures. These conformances should relate to massing, height, roof pitch, proportion of facade openings, rhythm of solids to voids, relationship of architectural details and relationship of materials. Massing and height New construction and additions should conform to the massing, volume and height of existing adjacent structures. Massing and volume is often dictated by roof shape. New construction of two stories has different massing if the roof pitch is flat as opposed to steep. Massing will have a direct connection to average building length, width and roof shape. Floor to floor heights should match the floor to floor heights of the adjacent older buildings. Proportion of Facade Openings The proportion of window and door openings in the new construction and additions should be similar to that of the existing surrounding architecture. Proportion means the relationship of the width to the height of the window or door opening. For instance, if a window is two times taller than it is wide (2: I), then a window with a I: I ratio would not convey the same visual perspective. Window proportions on new construction should be gauged ITom the windows on existing structures on the same block or ITom the opposite block face. This shall apply to the PaulylPony/Pryzmus site only. Rhythm of Solid to Voids Rhythm of solids to voids are easiest to determine in symmetrical buildings. In areas where symmetrical architecture is common, and where the new construction is intended to harmonize with the surrounding buildings, the ratio of solids to voids is important. The rhythm of solids to voids is the recurrent alternation of wall space to window space. The width of the window relative to the width of the wall space is important. This shall apply to the PaulylPony/Pryzmus site only. Architectural Materials Architectural materials for new construction and additions should either be the same as existing structures or have an appearance very similar to the older buildings. For instance, narrow 12 wooden clapboard siding laid in horizontal pattern and brick is very typical on older buildings. New construction that uses stone finishes is not recommended. Parking areas in front yards will not be allowed. Instead, they shall be located in the rear yard of a building. These areas shall be landscaped in accordance with the landscape ordinance. Moved Structures Proposals to move structures into an "Old Town District" will be viewed by the same guidelines that apply to new construction. Moved buildings should be of compatible architectural style and sited on the property appropriately. Moving buildings is often a way to save historic buildings while contributing to better continuity in areas with vacant lots. Parking Areas Fences Fences shall be constructed in accordance with the fence ordinance. However, fences in the overlay district shall exhibit greater architectural significance. Fences appropriate for this district are low, no taller than 42 inches, and visually open. Close, flat boards are not recommended. In addition, elaborate buildings usually had brick or ornate iron fences. The following fences are not permitted: chain link, cyclone, wood lattice, weathered wood (unpainted) or other solid fences. The only exceptions are those yards in St. Hubert's school and church that do not face West 78th Street. Outdoor Mechanicals This section shall comply with City Ordinance. Outdoor Furniture and Recreation Items Outdoor furniture is encouraged. Trees, Bushes and Ground Cover Landscaping should be in accordance with the landscape ordinance. Outdoor Lighting Outdoor lighting shall be encouraged. Only ornamental shielded fixtures are permitted. Window Elements Window elements such as awnings and shutters are permitted. Canvas awnings shall be used when necessary to provide solar shading. Plastic or metal awnings should not be used. Shutters \3 shall not be placed in areas not designed for them. When utilized, shutters should be large enough to cover the entire window area, look as if they function and operate and not appear flat mounted on the wall. OLD TOWN DISTRICTS I. Residential St. Hubertus subdivision was platted in 1887. It was platted with 53 lots. Since that time the lots have been replatted into 39 lots. A few of the original homes, like the former Pauly residence located at the intersection of West 78th Street and Frontier Trail, still exists. This home was built in the early 1900s. Following are pictures of some of the styles found in the area: ,...h:r'...-:....'~-·"\' ,··,..,··;"·:"....."'f".d.·,...:',_..., . -"'4_ " ~~~.~:._-_:.... \ \ ' \.\ '\. ...... . ",,' . ~: ."~ '.> <:-: . ..';.Þ . .;1' ¿ .. ~ -. ~ A'". ,. ,~.., ....:, ~. The "Old Town" residential neighborhood still retains the charm of small town living. It is characterized by neighbors who know one another, diverse in age, race, ethnic background, religion, economic and marital status. Some of the homes date back to the early 1900s, while others were built in the late 1900s, hence the diversity in housing styles. The homes maintain a similar setback, one or two stories high, with recessed or detached garages and front doors situated parallel to the streets. The majority of the homes have large mature trees. The streets in this area are narrow, which gives a charm to the neighborhood. Over the years, street light fixtures have been introduced to the area. Street lights should be decorative in style, shielded, and illuminate the streets rather than spill into the night sky. Traffic has also increased over the years specifically along West 78th Street and Frontier Trail. The single family housing character with congruent and age appropriate architecture should be retained. Some of the homes require maintenance and yards need to be cleaned up. II. St. Hubert's School and Church St. Hubert's School and Church have relocated to Village on the Ponds, the development south of Highway 5. The old church and school site is 4.58 acres and contains large mature trees. The property is zoned or (Office/Institutional). The 2000 land use plan for this site remains Or. This property includes two houses that were used by the church and school. Both of these homes have access off of Frontier Trail. There is a home located on the northeast corner of the site that is not owned by the church and that lot is approximately 10,000 square feet. The school was built in the 1950s and the church was built in 1976. There is a playground along the east portion of the property. The land itself represents the Old Town and has historic significance. Aesthetically, mature trees lend a beauty to this block. Old St. Hubert's school is a low building, not an overpowering two story or tower. Chapel Hill Academy is the current user of the site. They wish to purchase the existing building with the intention of expanding it over the next 5 - 8 years. Should the expansion result in removing the homes currently owned by St. Hubert's, it is recommended that these homes be saved and relocated rather than demolished. The use of the site as a church/school is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood and . .~hould be retained. Should Chapel Hill Academy expand the building, improvements should include providing a stronger presence along West 78th Street, expansion be sensitive to the neighboring properties through height and scale of the addition, and a design that does not require the removal of the mature trees. Access to the site should be maintained via Great Plains Boulevard. III. Schlenk Property This property is 1.75 acres in size. The old bed of the railroad tracks was vacated and sold back to the Schlenks. There are approximately 4 acres total. The current zoning is RSF (Residential Single Family). The 2000 land use plan for this site is medium density residential. The home on this property was probably built in the 1940s. It is surrounded by open space and mature 15 trees with a charming flower garden that greets those who enter the heart of the city. Residential development that occurs on this site should be residential two-story type structures that have front porches and detached garages to the rear, complementing the neighborhood to the north in design. Access to the site should be designed so that it does not add to the congestion of West 78th Street. In addition, a pedestrian bridge should be constructed over the existing railroad tracks to provide a connection to the pedestrian bridge over Highway 5. IV. Old St. Hubert's This district includes the original St. Hubert's Church and the accompanying cemetery. The Old St. Hubert's District embodies the history and pride of the downtown and the City. It is a landmark with a historical reference point for the city's origin and represents center of community. The potential for redevelopment does not exist on this site. This district sets the design standards for the area south of West 78th Street. This site is 1.74 acres in size. The underlying property is owned by the Catholic Church. The site includes the Old St. Hubert's Church and the Catholic Cemetery. Old St. Hubert's was built in the 1880s. The steeple on the church has become a landmark in the area. The site lines to the steeple should be maintained. The cemetery has additional burial plots and as a use it will always remain as a cemetery. V. KIingelhutz Building The parking lot for this building is owned by the City of Chanhassen. The Klingelhutz/Wilbar building on the site is being used as an office building. The property that the building sits on is .5 acres in area with mature trees. This building was built in 1888 by the Geiser family for a carpentry shop. The property is zoned or, Office Institutional and the 2000 land use plan guides this property as commercial. If the utility of this building diminishes and another use is proposed for the site, the building should reflect a unique historic architectural design that complements the surrounding area to the north. The landscape surrounding the building is what many deem significant. The integrity of the existing landscape shall be preserved. VI. Village Hall and Pauly/PonylPrzymus Village Hall was constructed in 1898. This area is in the most historical portion of the City. The building, once parallel to Hwy. 101, has been shifted to be parallel to Great Plains Boulevard. Historical accounts indicate that a band shell was located near old Village Hall. This building is still in good physical condition. 16 The Pauly/Pony/Przymus property is owned by the HRA. The parcel is 1.15 acres in size. The buildings have been removed and the site is currently vacant. The current zoning on the site is commercial. The 2000 land use guides the property commercial. Since this property is adjacent to the city's most historical structures, consideration needs to be given not only to the design but also height. In no case shall a new structure be higher than the bottom of the roof line of St. Hubert's Church. There has been some discussion among members of the community about leaving this property as open space and there has been strong opposition by the majority of the neighbors to any building on this site. Staff expressed that this point will be expressed to the Planning Commission and City Council. This may not be the best site for the preservation of open space, because it is a small, corner parcel. If a building is located on the site it should be a design that complements the area and is in close proximity to the street. Also, the existing plaza located north of Village Hall must be preserved and utilized as a community gathering area. Uses in the district could include a small scale coffee shop/bookstore and neighborhood café. Any new buildings should conform to the common "old town" design standard with parking located behind the building (south side of property). VII. Colonial Square and Country Clean The Colonial Square building was constructed in the 1960s and is a very "traditional" strip center. Recently, School District 112 and St. Hubert's Catholic School used the old Mason Building portion ofthe center for classrooms. Currently, a dry cleaner occupies the building. The City of Chanhassen owns the parking lot serving this building. The Chanhassen Medical Arts Building has been looking to expand an additional building on this site. Should this proposal take place, the design of the building should be sensitive to the design standards of "Old Town" and complement buildings that are located in the surrounding area and not the existing Medical Arts Building only. Interest from residents in the area has been expressed to see quaint main street shops. The Country Clean site has an area of 13,640 square feet and zoned Office Institutional. A site plan has been approved to remodel the 1,600 square foot building which includes a face lift, adding a parking lot, adding green space, a sidewalk, and additional trees along the boulevard. VIII. Railroad Depot This district includes the old Milwaukee Railroad Depot. According to historical accounts, the depot was relocated to the property along Hwy. 5 sometime after World War II. It was recently moved back to its original location by the Carver County Historical Society and is being restored. The Milwaukee Railroad Depot is a direct link to the past of the city. Currently, the building could be used as a railroad museum; however, in the future it could potentially be converted into a commuter railroad depot in the future. 17 IX. Dinner Theater The Chanhassen Dinner Theater is a landmark. When most people think of Chanhassen, they think of the theater. It attracts visitors from the surrounding metropolitan region. The theater also is a very important presence in the downtown's entertainment center. The building fits in comfortably with downtown because it maintains a similar setback as the other buildings on West 78th Street. It is in good condition, has eclectic charm, but is architecturally-dated. The south portion of the building has a rundown appearance. Uses in this area should be entertainment related and community gathering places with a pedestrian friendly connection. 18 MINUTES FROM THE "OLD TOWN" NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING March 24, 1998, 6:00 p.m. Some of the residents indicated that they misunderstood of the purpose of the "Old Town" Neighborhood Plan. They believed that it to guide the open parcels ofland. They stated that they had many concerns about how the report was written. Many of the residents made comments on the document. Perhaps the most notable was that they did not understand why staff recommended a building on the former Pauly/Pony/Pryzmus site. They stated that they did not want a building on the site but open, green space. They do not necessarily want a park but they strongly recommend that the site remain as open space. Staff explained that the site is zoned CBD, Central Business District so it is a possibility that a building will be constructed on the site. Sharmin Al-Jaffreviewed the direction given by the City Council and activities of the past two meetings. She explained that the Planning Commission and City Council will review the document and that the City Attorney will draft an ordinance. Some of the residents also expressed frustration at the lack of expansion of the northern boundary. A few residents indicated at the first meeting the they felt that the northern boundary should be extended to include the lots north of West 77th Street. Staff explained that the only residential parcels involved in this plan were the original lots from the St. Hubertus Subdivision. Al Klingelhutz mentioned that the City should add the original street names to the street signs. Many of the residents thought that this would serve as a symbol to the neighborhood's history. It was mentioned by the residents that they did not understand why the study purpose was to develop design standards. They mentioned that the initial letter indicated that this plan was to develop guidelines for the maintenance, development and redevelopment of the "Old Town." Staff explained that the zoning ordinance dictates what type of use can be located in a particular district. In addition, the design standards that staff prepared as a result of the resident-completed surveys will dictate the design of new or redeveloped structures. The whole document was prepared from resident comments from the two previous meetings. Many of the residents were unclear as to why staff prepared the ordinance. The non-residential land owners/developers felt that these design guidelines were overall too stringent and that they do not want to limit what others can do with their property. A few of the residents had questions regarding the mission statement, mainly setback issues. Staff explained that they language would ensure that a new construction would have a similar setback as an existing structure to maintain the street's feel. Staff stated that the language would be changed to make it more clear. Old Town Meeting Minutes March 24, 1998 Page 2 Vernelle Clayton indicated that the term "historic" is used inappropriately in the document. She stated that the Villages on the Ponds is attempting to recreate a small village and is using a historic theme. She stated that this area does not have that "historic" feel. Staff stated that they would remove the term "historic" from the mission statement. Another resident indicated that the issue of traffic was not addressed in the mission statement. Staff stated that the residents' suggestions cannot be implemented because they were to dead-end West 78th Street and construct no new traffic control devices. Staff commented that dead-ending the street will not lessen the traffic on West 78th Street. The majority of the residents misunderstood the purpose and content of the document overall. They stated that they did not expect to have such things as fences and windows dictated. Staff explained again that these design standards will maintain the integrity of the neighborhood. Staff presented examples of the types of new development that could occur in the coming years such as "suburban" type homes in their neighborhood. Staff mentioned Carver Beach as an example. Staff reviewed the elements of the residential portion of the design standards. Many of the residents felt uncomfortable recommending approval of the standards. They did not want to recommend approval of because they will be ordinances rather than guidelines. The majority of the residents did not understand the definition of the planning and design terms utilized in the report. Staff explained the terms. After some discussion, staff and the residents agreed that the design standards would be limited to massing, height, primary (front) roof pitch and front porch projection. It was also decided that garages or accessory structures be located behind the front of the house when the width of the lot permits. In an effort to limit the number of variances needed, it was decided that this would only be required on a new construction rather than an existing garage or home. The residents approved the design standards for front yard fencing and satellite dishes when every attempt is made to screen them. Many of the residents felt that the commercial design standards were too similar to the residential and that some of the standards do not apply. The non-residential developers and some residents recommended that the sites have different design standards. Staff indicated that they will revise the design standards to reflect their concems. Meeting closed at II :20 p.m. OLD TOWN DISTRICTS AND SURVEY RESULTS PART 4. Districts There are nine districts in the "Old Town" neighborhood: Residential, St. Hubert's School and Church, Schlenk, Old St. Hubert's and Cemetery, Klingelhutz Building, Village Hall, Colonial Square and Country Clean, Depot and the Dinner Theater. cO IX. "01.,1:> ¡OWN-' t:>ISTRIc..TS .... n.ft St. ....r.,ftst. ~~ ReSlclurn-:' .II" st. H I)'oert s m 3cl1JenK . ::mr:. TJI' old St· tt(..tbert~ -sr:.' K.n~, hut", 6IdS' 3Zl. v, Uøge H~lJ -m. Colot?la' Squore. ~. r.::epot I[. Dinner 1"heotc:r 6 OLD TOWN DISTRICTS I. Residential OLD TOWN NEIGHBORHOOD W.171h $1. [~~1~Ð 1° o St. Hilbert'. COI oi.1 SQUere W.78thSI. Cemetery rïëii"'~l!lhut~ ï EXISTING USES St. Hubertus subdivision was platted in 1887. It was platted with 53 lots. Since that time the lots have been replatted into 39 lots. A few of the original homes, like the former Pauly residence located at the intersection of West 78'h Strect and frontier Trail, still exist. This home was built in the early 19005. STRENGTHS: Group I · Know your neighbor, care for our neighbors · Trees/Annie's Maple!! . No Sidewalks · Diversity, age, age of homes, some older homes, race, ethnic background, economic, marital status · Religious diversity · Variety of housing style . Nice size lawns · Green space · Semaphore lights · Gathering area at backyard mentality · Configuration ofhollses with garages (unattached) forces people to get out and see each other. Group II Old Town Chanhassen still retains the chann of small town living. It is removed from the busy lighted commercial district at present. We would like to be removed from the traffic and shopping of the downtown area. We do not want any more lighting in this area. The strength is the dark night. WEAKNESSES Group I · Too much semiphore lighting · Traffic, large amounts of traffic along Frontier and Main Street--speed of traffic is too high · Highway 5 noise Group II . Rundown properties and littered yards · Heavy traffic on W. 78'h St. and Frontier Trail. 8 · Reduced traffic on W. 78th Street. No traffic on W. 78th Street. No high density residential or business Congruent and age appropriate architecture What do you see as the Best outcome in 10 years? Group I · · · Group II · Clean up and retain charm Single family zoning ordinance retained Dead-end W. 78th Street · · What do you see as the \Vorst outcome in 10 years? Group I · Multifamily housing · Wider streets · Commercial development ofSt. Hubert's!Pau]y's property · I ncreased lighting · Non-congruent architecture as new property builds and redesign of old Group II · Commercial encroachment and streets widened · New lights installed 9 rL:::"" II. St. Hubert's School and Church OLO TOWN NEIGHBORHOOD W. 77th $t. D b oCI~ o C:J DOc W.78IhSt. Cemetery ~.JhuIZ o Ch.rtVT.w q 10 EXISTING USES SI. Hubert's School and Church have relocated to Village on the Ponds, the development south of Highway 5. The old church and school site is 4.58 acres. The property is zoned or (Office/Institutional). The 2000 land use plan for this site remains Or. This property includes two houses that were used by the church and school. Both of these homes have access off of Frontier Trail. There is a home located on the northeast comer of the site that is not owned by the church and that lot is approximately 10,000 square feet. The school was built in the 1950s and the church was built in 1976. Sillce the last lIeighbol'hood meetillg, staff met with the CIIl'I'ellt IIsel's of the bllildillg (Chapel Hill Academy). We wel'e illfol'med that they wish to plll'chase the e."istillg bllildillg with the illtelltiOIl of expalldillg it Ol'el' tI,e lIext 5 - 8 yeal's. We explailled the Clll'l'ellt pl'ocess we al'e goillg thl'ollgh alld ellco/ll'aged them to wait /llItil the old to 11'11 stlldy was complete befol'e they sllbmit allY I'eqllests. HOlI'el'el', we also ellcolll'aged them to selld allY illfol'matioll they wish to shal'e with the I'esidellts of tIle SIll'I'Olllldillg al'ea to staff's attelltioll lI'itll the Illldel'stalldillg that we wOllld slwl'e it with the lIeighbol's. YOlllI'illjilld a lettel' alld a plall attached to the St. Hubert's School and Church sectioll as all illfol'matiollal item. AllY commellts 011 these plalls al'e welcomed. A l'epl'eselltatÏl'e from the Cfwpel Hill Academy lI'iff be pl'esellt at the meetillg. STRENGTHS: Group I · Now it's quiet · La rge trees · Large piece of propel1y · One owner property · Vacated Chan View Group II · The charm of the three older homes on Frontier Trail · The land itself represents the Old Town. It has historic significance. Aesthetically, mature trees lend a beauty to this block. Old St. Hubert's school is a low building, not an overpowering two stOlY or tower. WEAKNESSES Group I · One-owner property · Buildings need maintenance 11 Group II · The school is not architecturally pleasing and is vacant. · CommerciallInstitutional zoning. What do you see as the Best outcome in 10 years? Group I · Sale of the two residential houses as residential · Playground next to Sister Gilbert's old house · Park for "Grand kids" somewhere in the area · Plant nursery · No more access to Frontier Trail Group II · COlllmunity oriented use such as library or school, open space, or low density residential What do you see as the '''orst outcome in I 0 years? Group I · Light industrial · Large offices · Lighted playground · Nursing home/assisted living · More access to Frontier Trail Group II · Commercial Development · Gas station · Any building over one story 12 Chapel Hill Academy 17850 Duck Lake Trail Eden Prairie, MN 55346 612/949-9014 February 16, 1998 Ms. Shannin AI-Jaff, City of Chanhassen 690 Coulter Drive Chanhassen Minnesota Re: Chapel Hill Academy! old St. Hubert's site Dear Shannin: As you requested, the following is a brief overview of Chapel Hill Academy, some details of our current operation, and some of the issues related to our desire to purchase the old St. Hubert's Church and School site. Chapel Hill Academy was founded 27 years ago by a small group of parents that wanted to make a difference in their children's lives. As it states in the preamble to the Chapel Hill Academy constitution, the school was established "to help them carry out their child-training responsibilities in a God-pleasing manner." That sentiment is evident today in the CHA Mission Statement: "To glorifY God and assist families by providing a Christ-centered education which inspires and enables students to pursue academic excellence and spiritual maturity" Chapel Hill Academy is a non-denominational, non-affiliated, private Christian school for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. The 1997-98 enrollment is 246 students from 167 families. This represents significant grO\vth over the past 4 years. The school is currently leasing approximately 22,000 square feet of space in two locations. The school's main campus, and home for most of its history, is at King of Glory Luthern Church on Duck Lake Trail in Eden Prairie. In 1997 CHA moved the junior high to the old St. Hubert's school in Chanhassen. Our families live and work in the southwest metropolitan area; about 80% are residents of Chanhassen or an adjacent City (Chaska, Eden Prairie...) The operation at Chapel Hill is typical of most K-8 schools with school hours from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The school calendar generally follows the local public schools for start date, end date and holidays. Miscellaneous activities (music, sports, etc...) occur in the afternoon and evening hours and on some Saturdays. The K-8 nature of the school precludes any activities later than approximately 9:00 p.m. Recess and Physical Education classes are held outside when appropriate. There is currently not a bus program for students - most families car pool for daily drop off and pick up. A bussing program will likely be considered at some time in the future. In a typical year, there are three or four all-school events or programs. As we grow, and anticipate further growth based on the rapid development of the ChanhassenlChaska area, we have identified the need for an expanded facility, one which will allow all of our students to be in one location as well as providing for the addition of new students. The school has established a targeted maximum of 450 students in a two-track (two classes at each grade level) K-8 program. Based on our current growth rate, we expect that this could occur within the next 5-8 years by adding one class per year. As you are aware, Chapel Hill Academy has been negotiating with St. Hubert's Catholic Community to purchase their old school and church building on approximately 4 acres of :z-- it property located in the northeast quadrant of the intersection of West 78th Street and Great Plains Boulevard. We believe that this facility will meet our needs in the near future and can possibly be expanded to accommodate our ultimate population. A condition to our closing on the property would be obtainment of the necessary approvals from the City of Chanhassen for the future expansion. Many possible alternatives exist for this expansion. Attached is a concept for expansion that adds 30-40,000 square feet to the existing structure. This concept was prepared as an exercise to determine if the site could support the anticipated 65-75,000 total square feet within the parameters in the City's zoning ordinances. The concept shows the removal of the two older homes on the east side of the property and new construction to the east, but options exist which would allow for the expansion to be southerly toward 78"h Street or westerly toward Great Plains Boulevard. The existing parking is significantly more than what is needed for a school use alone. Some of the parking could be replaced by building or green space. All of these issues would be worked out in the detailed design and City review processes. A likely interim space solution would be the relocation and use of the modular classroom building currently at our Eden Prairie campus. We at Chapel Hill Academy are excited about the possibility of moving to the downtown Chanhassen area. We believe that the proposed use would be very similar to that which has been on the site for the past many years. We believe that the addition of children and families to the downtown area will add to the richness of this already vibrant community. We are open to input from the City staff, Council and neighbors as we finalize our negotiations and further investigate our options for the site. [fyou have any questions regarding Chapel Hill Academy or our intentions for this property, please feel free to contact me at 988-8202 or our Principal, Mr. Dick Case at 949-90 I 4. Sincerely, Chapel Hill Academy !:' í J (~( ()(o~'-- Daniel A. Blake ,..., ,2. u v A.?_':-.~ E 0 -- -.---........--.. H-ttttttm1 mtttH-H1 mtttH-H1 f~-tttffiH- H-ttttttm1 e:; ..;~... 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The home on this property was probably built in the 1940s. Residential development that occurs on this site should be a residential two-story type structures that have front porches and detached garages to the rear. STRENGTHS Group I · Open Space · Trees · Flower garden · Quiet neighborhood · Green space when we enter town · One owner of property Group II · Buffer from railroad · Open space · Natural landscape · Zoned single family · Between two open spaces WEAKNESSES G roup I · Heavy traffic · One owner of property Group II · Noise from railroad · Poor access for development could complicate traffic · Abuts the cemetelY 14 What do you see as the Best outcome in 10 years? Group I . Single family . Cemetery "City" · Access to walk to the bridge over Highway 5 · Chanhassen VineyardlBrewery Group II . Open space or low-density residential · Natural grasses and gardens . Dead end West 78'h Street What do you see as the Worst outcome in 10 years? Group I Multiple housing High density Access to main street if multiple housing Group II Zoning changed to medium density 15 u~= 0 ~CJ Dlo St.H bert', ~ I 0 W.78Ih$L IV. Old St. Hubert's OLD TOWN NEIGHBORHOOO cj b Debj 0 COllnralSqulre W. 77th St. o 16 EXISTING USES This district includes the original St. Hubert's Church and the accompanying cemetery. The Old SI. Hubert's District embodies the history and pride of the downtown and the City. The potential for redevelopment does not exist on this site. This district sets the design standards for the area south of West 78th Street. This site is 1.74 acres in size. The underlying property is owned by the Catholic Church. The site includes the Old SI. Hubert's building and the Catholic Cemetery. Old St. Hubert's was built in the 1880s. The steeple on the church has become a landmark in the area. The site lines to the steeple should be maintained. The cemetery has additional burial plots and as a use it will always remain as a cemetery. STRENGTHS Group I · Beautiful, historical reference point for the city's origin · CemetelY has historical value · Represents center of community · Landmark in the town Grou) II · The church and the cemetery · The character of the town's heritage WEAKNESSES GI'OUP I · Maintenance costs · Getting to it is difficult Grou) II · No weaknesses What do you see as the Best outcome in 10 years? Group I · Maintained as it is · Maintained as a church 17 Group II · Maintained as a town meeting hall (neighborhood meeting hall) · Village green · Band shell · Arts Center/Community Center · Remains the same, the church maintained What do you see as the Worst outcome in 10 years? Group I · Tear it down/not maintained · Another stop sign on West 78th Street · Uses of it cause more traffic Group II · Any change would be bad IS ~O<" Co,bnl'l SquIre V. Klingclhutz Building OLD TOWN NEIGHBORHOOD D b oc~ SI.H bert', tl...¡s LJ. /1 w. 781n St. B'·HUbflrt·. 0<' Cemetery ~~lh~tZ W.71InSt. o C:J o 0 q o D o 09Do Dd~ Or< CI'I,nVlew 19 EXISTING USES The parking lot for this building is owned by the City ofChanhassen. The KlingelhutzlWilbar building on the site is being used as an office building. The property that the building sits on is .5 acres in area. This building was built in 1888 by the Geiser family for a carpentry shop. The property is zoned or, Office Institutional and the 2000 land use plan guides this property as commercial. If the utility of this building diminishes and another use is proposed for the site, the building should reflect a unique historic architectural design. STRENGTHS Group I · Trees-big boxelders · Compliments the sUITounding area · Good soil Group II · No strengths · \V e need the property WEAKNESSES Group I · Ugly · Necds a lot of work GrollP II · Ugly building What do you see as thc Bcst outcome in 10 years? GrollP I · Fire department practice · Someone redoes it · Expansion for cemetery · 1 f development occuned, the integrity of the landscaping is preserved. 20 Group II . Tear down and plant trees What do you see as the Worst outcome in 10 years? Group I · That it sets the design standards for old town . If the property is redeveloped, trees are lost Group II · No change or new office building 21 VI. Village Hall and Pauly/Pony/Prz)'mus OLD TOWN NEIGHBORHOOD D b OD~ o @ I St.1-t bert', COI niIISq.¡lr. W.7Sth SL Bt.HUbert·. .11 Cemetery W. 77t1'l St. o o 0 C"lnVlew o o 92J 0" q ~~ EXISTING USES Village Hall was constructed in 1898. This area is in the most historical portion of the City. The building, once parallel to Hwy. 101, has been shifted to be parallel to Great Plains Boulevard. Historical accounts indicate that a band shell was located near old Village Hall. This building is still in good physical condition. The Pauly/Pony//Przymus property is owned by the HRA. The parcel is 1.15 acres in size. The buildings have been removed and the site is currently vacant. The current zoning on the site is commercial. The 2000 land use guides the property commercial. Being this property is adjacent to the City's most historical structures, consideration needs to be given not only to the design but also height. There has been some discussion among members of the community about leaving this property as open space. This may not be the best site for the preservation of open space, because it is a small, comer parcel. If a building is located on the site it should be a design that compliments the area and is in close proximity to the street. STRENGTHS Group I · Central meeting area · Green space · Attractive · Well-lit, appropriate lighting · Community meeting room GrollP II · Highly visible area · Gathering place WEAKNESSES GrollP I · Access, crossing street is difficult · Not used as much as it could be · Placed crookedly on property GrollP II · Village hall is not at an attractive angle · Inaccessible for pedestrians Î' -~ · Band shell · Better access · The building gets used · Old town district is involved in policies about use · Small scale coffee shoplbookstore and neighborhood café · New buildings conform to a common "old town" design standard · Maintain green space · Parking would be behind (north side of property). What do you see as the Best outcome in 10 years? Group I Group II · Low buildings · Access to area What do you see as the Worst outcome in 10 years? GrollP I · Disrepair to Village Hall · Park and Ride · Parking ramp · Retail · Office building · Designs that are not congment with "old town" design · Big "box" user, i.e. Target · Another bar · Restaurant GrollP II · Development with buildings 24 VII. Colonial Square and Country Clean ~ z m · · · ¡ · · a OLD TOWN NEIGHBORHOOO W. 771h St. D b ot~J o D 0 0 Ch,.,Vle. 0 Dc¡ DID q SI.H bert', ItJ o . . 0 ~ . ~ w 0 W.78thSI. C41metery ~'Ihu!:l: 25 EXISTING USES The Colonial Square building was constructed in the 1960s and is a very "traditional" strip center. Recently, School District 112 and St. Hubert's Catholic School used the old Mason Building portion of the center for classrooms. Currently, a dry cleaner occupies the building. The City ofChanhassen owns the parking lot serving this building. The Chanhassen Medical Arts Building has been looking to expand an additional building on this site. The Country Clean site has an area of 13,640 square feet and zoned Office Institutional. A site plan has been approved to remodel the 1,600 square foot building which includes a face lift, adding a parking lot, adding green space and a side walk and additional trees along the boulevard. STRENGTHS Group I · Lots of possibilities · Laundromat being there · Country Clean prope11y is a single owner · Space for parking Group II · Pan of Old Town WEAKNESSES Group I · No service being provided here · Doesn't serve community at this time Group II · No comment What do you see as the Bcst outcome in 10 years? Group I · Village Green-all open · Leave space · Trees planted · Medical building no higher than 1-2 stories 16 . Meets design standards of historic part of town · Specialty shops . Low traffic offices Group II · Quaint main street shops · Walkways and green areas What do you see as the Worst outcome in 10 years? Group I · Buildings are too big · Doesn't meet design standards · Not used · Parking lots · Fast foods, drive through · Bank · Gas station · Having more shops, etc. so that traffic is increased greatly Group II An extension of the medical building or an office building 27 JL;::"" VIII. Depot OLD TOWN NEIGHBORHOOD W. 77th St. D bDOI~ 0 D 09 DO 0 00 0 0 ~D o 0 Q 0 ~O" Ch,,,VI.w COI nI.l$qu.r. St. 1-1 bert', W.78th$t. Cemetery ŒiÐethutt o "D~ ! ., . ~ o 28 EXISTING USES This district includes the old Milwaukee Road Depot. According to historical accounts, the depot was relocated to property along Hwy. 5 sometime after World War II. It was recently moved back to its original location by the Carver County Historical Society. STRENGTHS Group I · Saved it · Old · Attractive Gt·oup II · No comment WEAKNESSES Group I · Can't reach it easily What do you see as the Best outcome in 10 years? Group I · Railroad museum · Move closer to Village Hall/Pauly property · Commuter-rail depot Group II · No comment What do you see as the Worst outcome in 10 years? Group I · No change - remain where it is Group II · No comment 29 IX. Dinner Theater OLD TOWN NEIGHBORHOOD Co! nJ.J S(p.Ilr. ~ b oc~ 5t.H bert'. W.78th St. Cemetery ~ehutz o "D~ ~ ~ £ W. 77lh St. DD o 0 30 EXISTING USES When most people think of Chanhassen, they think of the Chanhassen Dinner Theater. This is a dominant use downtown. The building is in good condition, but is architecturally-dated. STRENGTHS Group I · Puts Chanhassen on the map · Landmark · Location, recessed from the road · Parking · Traffic seems to be better - leave via 101 South · Gift shops Group II · Attractive building · Eclectic charm · Draws people to our business district · Puts us on the map · Potential for other uses WEAKNESSES GrOtH) I · Looks trashy - especially in the back · Shops design appears dated . No sign restrictions Group II . Old What do you see as the Best outcome in 10 years? Group I · Recreation - Community Center · Lumber yard - Old Style · Restaurant · Perfonning Arts Center 31 Group II · Menard's or other large mega-store · Strip mall with no design factor · Dinner Theater goes "bust" · Dinner Theater remain as is · Establish old time village · Pedestrian friendly What do you see as the Worst outcome in 10 years? Group I Group II . K-Mart . Strip Mall, Burger King 32 NEIGHBORHOOD PROPOSAL FOR REALIGNMENT OF WEST 78TH STREET .-~ ì j ~ -1 1<11 bnll~ I, . ::i ..... _~ ; I Ÿ ~ I t:i :i L .~ ,. ," f): ' ( i:j """" <-.: I :: i:: ~1"!-..j (J') ~ ¡I-'- _ /' ~ ,;1 ,. UB ~ }4 . .-- ,....~~: ~L1~h . f tIltt~y:.1 '- ~ L I, I I~ ./ o': v ~Ei~ f/PLA NS i,,~ '. _~ \ ~~ rr . ~r:7Tt . \ ; <.q ~I\ SC~OÕ~ \ :L '"\ I \ ~. ; ,1 ~ ~ ~ cHURCH ' ~ \0' \ ,Ul, ¡ J Fi~itcnf- -'\'. \~ \ -"'" ¡;: ..... .... .,: . ,'-.1~ \. ~ ~ \, ~- ~ I ~ (t. ',' [7-~ ", \\\l- - < ~r" " \ i >- ! 't. 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