1 SUB Lynmore Additionl
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P(_ DATE: March 17, 1999 ~
CC DATE: April 12, 1999
CASE #: 98-1 PUD
By: Generous/Hempel
STAFF
REPORT
PROPOSAL
LOCATION:
APPLICANT:
General Concept and Preliminary PUD Development Plan Approva~ for
Rezoning of 6.39.acres fi'om A-2, Agricultural Estate District to PU D-R, Planned
Unit Development-Residential, Preliminary Plat Approval to subdivide 6,39 acres
into 8 single lhmily lots and 2 outlots, Vacation ora portion ora Utility and
Drainage easement located on Lot 9, Block/, Stone Creek 6~' Addition and
Conditional Use Pernfit to permit development within the Bluff Creek Overlay
district.
East of Galpin Boulevard.just north of Stone Creek Addition.
David D. Moore
7815 Market Boulevard
Chanhassen, MN 55317
q06- 7416
Gil Vander Ham
12905 44th Avenue
Plymouth, MN 55442
391-8001
PRESENT ZONING:
ACREAGE:
A-2, Agricultural Estate District
6.39 acres
DENSITY:
1.25 units per acre gross density; 1.44 units per acre net densi~v
ADJACENT ZONING
AND LAND USE:
N - A-2, Single Family Home and Bluff Creek
S - RSF, Stone Creek Addition
W - PUD-R, Trotters Ridge Addition
E - RSF, Stone Creek Park
WATER AND SEWER: Available to the site.
PHYSICAL CHARACTER.: The highest elevation on the site is 980. The site generally
slopes to the north and northeast. A residential single family and a detached accessory structure
occupy the site. BluffCreek runs to the north of the subject site. There are scattered woods on the
site.
2000 LAND USE PLAN: Residential-Low Density (Net Density Range 1.2 - 4 units per acre)
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PROPOSAL SUMMARY
The applicant is requesting approval for a General Concept and Preliminary PUD Development
,Plan to rezone 6.39 acres from A-2, Agricultural Estate District to PUD-R, Planned Unit
Development-Residential, preliminary plat approval to subdivide 6.39 acres into 8 single family
lots and 2 outlots, and vacation of a portion of a utility and drainage easement located on Lot 9,
Block 1, Stone Creek 6th Addition.
The average lot size is 17,901 square feet with a resulting net density of 1.44 units per acre. While
this density is below the city's goal of 2.42 units per acre, the city is preserving approximately 3.5
acres of the bluff creek primary zone in the eastern portion of the site. The Bluff Creek primary
zone represents approximately 2.76 acres of the site. With this land excluded from the density
calculations, the net density of the site would be 2.86 units per acre. The site is located east of
Galpin Boulevard just north of Stone Creek Addition and west of Stone Creek Park. The site
contains clusters of wooded areas, as well as open spaces, and a terrain that generally slopes down
to the north. It contains a single family home and a detached accessory structure. Bluff Creek runs
approximately 200+ feet north of the subject site. Access to the subdivision will be provided via a
cul-de-sac connecting the subdivision with Galpin Boulevard. The eastern two acres of the site is
located within the primary zone of the bluff creek overlay district. City ordinance requires that the
~primary zone be reserved for open space.
In reviewing this application, staff worked with the applicant and offered some suggestions to
.minimize the impact on the natural features of the site. It was explained that the most effective
way of developing the site would be to cluster the homes along the western portion of the site
and preserve the eastern portion. The resulting plan provides the least impact to the site. With
all the natural features, meandering terrain, and close proximity to Bluff Creek, the site is an
excellent candidate for a Planned Unit Development. The intent of a PUD is to develop flexible
zoning while creating a higher standard of development. Part of the PUD process is to establish
development standards by which the development will be required to adhere to. This PUD will be
-governed by the final development plan.
The proposal consists of a general concept and preliminary development plan for rezoning from
A-2 to PUD-R (the PUD ordinance states that if appropriate because of the limited scale of the
proposal, the concept stage and preliminary plan stages may proceed simultaneously). The overall
preliminary PUD appears to be in order and well designed. The intended use of the site is to
provide building sites for single family homes. The development is consistent with all plans and
ordinances; it preserves natural conditions to the greatest extent feasible, creates a suitable
balance between the amount and arrangement of open space, and provides safe and adequate
access and internal circulation.
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In reviewing this plat, staff also had to look at access to the property to the north. While the
property owner (Mr. Schmidt) is not ready to develop or subdivide at this time, we need to ensure
that the parcel is not landlocked. Currently, the subject site and the property to the north share a
private driveway. With the Lynmore subdivision, the existing house will gain access via Bridal
Creek Court. If and when Mr. Schmidt decides to subdivide his property, access should be gained
through the Lynmore subdivision. Staff is recommending this access be in the form of a private
driveway through Outlot B. Through rough sketches and field surveys, we believe that Mr.
Schmidt could potentially get 3 additional lots. The private driveway ordinance allows a maximum
of 4 lots to be served via a private driveway and this parcel meets the criteria for private driveways.
Outlot B, Lynmore Addition, could still be replatted into a buildable lot, if it were combined with a
portion of Mr. Schmidt's property and the exiting driveway serving Mr. Schmidt's home were
eliminated.
The subdivisions request is straight forward. The PUD Ordinance allow a minimum lot size of
11,000 square feet with an average lot size of 15,000 square feet for the entire PUD. All parcels
exceed the minimum area requirements with an average lot size of 17,901 square feet excluding the
area ofOutlots A and B. The PUD allows for a reduced front yard setback if environmental
protection is enhanced. The applicant is requesting the use of 25 foot front setback for the
development. In this case, the reduced setback will allow for protection of vegetation within rear
yards and reduce grading.
The westerly 95 feet of the site is actually part of Lot 9, Block 1, Stone Creek 9th Addition. The
applicant has combined that part of Lot 9 with the subject site, which is the logical thing to do.
There is an existing drainage and utility easement that runs along the exterior lot lines of Lot 9. The
applicant is requesting to vacate the easements portion that are part of the current subdivision and
dedicate new easements that run along the interior lot lines of Lot 1, Block 1, Lynmore Addition.
Staff is recommending approval of the vacation.
Staff believes the proposal, combined with conditions proposed by staff, will be effective in
providing enhanced environmental sensitivity beyond normal ordinance requirements. In retum the
developer gains reduced lot sizes, flexibility in development standards such as setbacks, street
width, and reduced development improvement costs. Staff finds the proposed PUD, plat and utility
and drainage easement vacation be acceptable and is recommending approval of the general
concept and preliminary stage of the PUD plan, preliminary plat, and vacation subject to proposed
conditions.
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REZONING
Justification for Rezoning to PUD
The applicant is requesting to rezone 6.39 acres from A-2, Agricultural Estate District to PUD-R,
Planned Unit Development-Residential. The following review constitutes an evaluation of the
PUD request. The review criteria is taken from the intent section of the PUD Ordinance.
Section 20-501. Intent
Planned unit developments offer enhanced flexibility to develop a site through the relaxation of
most normal zoning district standards. The use of the PUD zoning also allows for a greater variety
of uses, intemal transfer of density, construction phasing and a potential for lower development
costs. In exchange for this enhanced flexibility, the city has the expectation that the development
plan will result in a significantly higher quality and more sensitive proposal than would have been
the case with the other, more standard zoning districts. It will be the applicant's responsibility to
.demonstrate that the City's expectations are to be realized as evaluated against the following
criteria:
Planned unit developments are to encourage the following:
Preservation of desirable site characteristics and open space and Protection of sensitive
environmental features, including steep slopes, mature trees, creeks, wetlands, lakes and
scenic views.
Finding. The majority of the site will remain intact since the applicant will be clustering the
development along the western portion of the property.
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More efficient and effective use of land, open space and public facilities through mixing of
land uses and assembly and development of land in larger parcels.
Finding. The site is surrounded by environmentally sensitive features. Clustering the
homes to the west and leaving the easterly portion undisturbed will result in an efficient and
effective use of land and open space. The applicant has offered to dedicate the westerly half
of the property (Outlot A) to the City to be combined with Stone Creek Park.
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High quality design and design compatibility with surrounding land uses, including both
existing and planned. Site planning, landscaping and building architecture should reflect
higher quality design than is found elsewhere in the community.
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Finding. The proposed development is compatible with surrounded uses. Through the
incorporation of the recommendations contained in this report, staff believes that the
project will reflect higher quality design.
Sensitive development in transitional areas located between different land uses and along
significant corridors within the city will be encouraged.
Finding. The proposed design is compatible with surrounding area and reflects a sensitive
development. The dedication ofOutlot A as a park will leave this area undisturbed
providing a buffer as well as a transition area between surrounding properties.
5. Development which is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
Finding. The Comprehensive Plan guides this area for Residential Low Density and the
development is consistent with the comprehensive plan. The comprehensive plan also
highly encourages the preservation of environmentally sensitive features such as wooded
areas, steep slopes and waterways. This plan provides preservation of all these features.
Parks and open space. The creation of public open space may be required by the city. Such
park and open space shall be consistent with the Comprehensive Park Plan and overall trail
plan.
Finding. The applicant is preserving the Bluff Creek corridor.
7. Provision of housing affordable to all income groups if appropriate with the PUD.
Finding. Not applicable to this proposal.
Energy conservation through the use of more efficient building designs and sightings and
the clustering of buildings and land uses,
Finding. The proposed mix of housing types provides energy conservation through the
efficiencies related to site development.
Use of traffic management and design techniques to reduce the potential for traffic conflicts.
Improvements to area roads and intersections may be required as appropriate.
Finding. Access to this site will be from Galpin Road. There is a private drive that is
currently being shared by the subject site and the property to the north. Eventually this
driveway will be eliminated when the property to the north develops.
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Summary of Rezoning to PUD
Rezoning the property to PUD provides the applicant with flexibility, but allows the city to
request additional improvements and the site's unique features can be better protected. The
flexibility in standards allows the disturbed areas to be further removed from the unique features
of the site. In return for the flexibility, the city is receiving:
Development that is consistent with Comprehensive Plan
Preservation of desirable site characteristics (trees, waterways, topographical
features)
Sensitive development in transitional areas
More efficient use of land
High quality project design
PRELIMINARY STAGE PUD PLAN APPROVAL
Development Standards
The applicant is requesting approval for General Concept and preliminary PUD Development Plan
to rezone 6.39 acres from A-2, Agricultural Estate District to PUD-R, Planned Unit Development-
Residential. The purpose of this request is to subdivide 6.39 acres into 8 single family lots and 2
outlots.
The density of the proposed subdivision is 1.25 units per acre gross. All the lots exceed the
minimum 11,000 square feet of area, except lot 8, and an average lot size of 15,000 square feet,
with an average lot size of 17,901 square feet. The site is located east of Galpin Boulevard just
north of Stone Creek Addition and west of Stone Creek Park. The site contains clusters of wooded
areas, as well as open spaces, and a terrain that generally slopes down to the north. It contains a
single family home and a detached accessory structure. Bluff Creek runs approximately 200 + feet
north of the subject site. Access to the subdivision will be provided via a cul-de-sac connecting the
subdivision with Galpin Boulevard.
All of the proposed lots meet the minimum depth requirements of the PUD Ordinance. The lots on
the south side of the project do not meet the minimum width requirement. However, staff supports
the deviation from the standards since the developer will be preserving the eastern portion of the
site as permanent open space. There are two outlots shown on the plat. Outlot A will remain
undisturbed and will be dedicated as park land and combined with Stone Creek Park. Outlot B is
reserved for future development. The property to the north owns a portion of this outlot and unless
they are combined, the parcel can not be developed. Staff is recommending that 30 feet of Outlot B
be dedicated for a private driveway purposes to provide access to the property to the north. This
issue will be discussed in more detail under "STREETS" later in the report.
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The PUD ordinance requires all structures to maintain a 30 foot front and mar yard setback and a 10
foot side yard setback. The ordinance also states that The thirty foot front yard setback may be
waived by the city council when it is demonstrated that environmental protection will be enhanced.
In these instances, a minimum front yard setback of twenty (20)feet shall be maintained. Staff
encouraged the applicant to use the 25 foot front yard setback to maximize the buildable area of the
lots. The dedication of Outlot A as park land is a demonstration that environmental protection is
being provided. This Outlot is located within the primary zone of Bluff Creek and it will provide
protection of the creek. This is a compromise that benefits both the developer and the city.
Them is an existing detached structure located on proposed Lot 7. This structure will create a non-
conforming situation since the ordinance does not allow accessory structures without the
construction of a primary structure. Therefore, the detached accessory structure must be removed
prior to recording of the plat.
Staff notes that the proposal is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and generally consistent
with the Zoning Ordinance.
WETLANDS
There are no wetlands on site.
SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN (SWMP)
Storm Water Quality Fees
The SWMP has established a water quality connection charge for each new subdivision based on
land use. Dedication shall be equal to the cost of land and pond volume needed for treatment of the
phosphorus load leaving the site. The requirement for cash in lieu of land and pond construction
shall be based upon a schedule in accordance with the prescribed land use zoning. Values are
calculated using market values of land in the City of Chanhassen plus a value of $2.50 per cubic
yard for excavation of the pond. The city has had discussions with the applicant's engineer on the
water quality ponding. The proposed SWMP water quality charge of $800/acre, (or $3,400 for the
4.25 acres) for single-family residential developments may be waived if the applicant provides
water quality treatment according to the city's SWMP standards. To date this development plan has
no on site treatment pond.
Storm Water Quantity Fees
The SWMP has established a connection charge for the different land uses based on an average
city-wide rate for the installation of water quantity systems. This cost includes land acquisition,
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proposed SWMP culverts, open channels and storm water ponding areas for runoff storage. Single
family residential developments will have a connection charge of $1,980 per developable acre. The
total gross area of the property is 4.25 acres. Therefore, the proposed development would then be
responsible for 4.25 acres resulting in a water quantity connection charge of $8,415. This fee will
be due payable to the city at time of final plat recording.
PARK AND TRAIL
The Park and Recreation Commission reviewed the Lynmore Subdivision on February 23, 1999.
Their review was prior to the plan being revised to identify Outlot A as open space. As such, the
commission recommended denial of the application for failing to meet the open space
preservation requirements of the Bluff Creek ordinance. The Park and Recreation Commission
was very clear that without the preservation of the primary zone, they would not support this
application.
The Park and Recreation Commission will be pleased to see the revised plans. On March 23, I
will present the new set of plans to the commission. It will be my recommendation that the
commission offer the applicant full park fee credit, $8,400, in exchange for fee title ownership of
Outlot A. This trade off is not required to ensure the outlot remain open space. The land is
already protected by the Bluff Creek ordinance. The credit is offered as an inducement to the
applicant to transfer fee title to the city. In this particular situation, fee title is desirable as the
outlot abuts Stone Creek Park.
LANDSCAPING
Tree canopy coverage and preservation calculations
Total upland area (including outlots)
Total canopy area (excluding wetlands)
Baseline canopy coverage
Minimum canopy coverage allowed
Proposed tree preservation
for the Lynmore development are as follows:
278,348 SF or 6.39 ac.
130,680 SF or 3.0 ac.
47%
35% or 97,422 SF
38% or 105,313 SF
Developer meets minimum canopy coverage allowed. One tree shall be planted in each from
yard per city ordinance.
Applicant is proposing to transplant 21 trees ranging in size from 3-9 inches in diameter. The
variety of trees include 7 ash, 12 maple, 1 apple and 1 cherry. These trees could be counted as
replacement plantings provided they are guaranteed for at least one year.
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Bufferyard plantings will be required along the approximately 280' of frontage of Galpin
Boulevard. Assuming a 20' bufferyard, minimum requirements include 5 overstory trees, 7
understory trees and 11 shrubs.
The applicant shall revegetate the area around the proposed storm water pond with a native seed
mixture approved by the city. The applicant may refer to MNDOT seeding manual mixture 50
for an acceptable seed mix.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT ISSUES
Dwelling Types, The type of dwelling proposed for each lot is necessary to enable the Inspections
Division and Engineering Department to perform a satisfactory plan review of the structure at the
time of building permit issuance. For the same reason, proposed lowest level floor elevation, entry
floor elevation (not top of block) and garage floor elevation is required to be indicated on the
proposed pad location. Standard designations (FLO or RLO, R, SE, SEWO, TU, WO) must be
shown for proposed dwelling types. These standard designations lessen the chance for errors during
the plan review process. The memo explaining these designations is enclosed.
Demolition Permits. Existing structures on the property which will be demolished will require a
demolition permit. Proof of well abandonment must be furnished to the city and a permit for septic
system abandonment must be obtained and the septic system abandoned prior to issuance ora
demolition permit. A house moving permit is required ifa structure is to be moved to another
location within the city. House moving permits must be approved by the City Council. A road use
permit is required to move a structure over city roads.
GRADING
The easterly half the site is proposed to be graded to prepare the house pads and street subgrade.
Outlot A is proposed to remain undisturbed. A storm water pond is proposed on Lot 5. Upon
preliminary review the pond configuration may change to limit tree loss and minimize grading.
Utility extension from the north along Galpin Boulevard will also require grading a 30-foot wide
pathway along Galpin Boulevard through Outlot B.
The quantity of earthwork is unknown at this time; however, the applicant should be advised if
exporting or importing of material is necessary, a detailed haul route and traffic control plan will
be required prior to site grading commencing. In addition, if material is being exported or
imported from another Chanhassen site, that property will also be required to obtain the
necessary earthwork permits in accordance with city ordinance.
The existing home utilizes a well and septic system. The well and septic system is not located on
the grading plan and therefore it is difficult to determine whether the site grading will impact
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either of the utilities. The well and septic site needs to be preserved on the site until municipal
city sewer and water have been extended along Bridle Creek Court and tested and accepted by
the city. The final grading plan shall denote the existing lowest floor, first floor and garage
elevations of the home on Lot 6. The cul-de-sac grade may need to be lowered one to two feet to
accommodate drainage from Lot 6 out to the street. In addition, the street grade and/or house pad
elevations on Lots 7 and 8 need to be adjusted to provide a minimum of 1.5 feet of fall from the
first floor and garage floor elevations out to the street.
DRAINAGE
The majority of the site sheet drains north, east and south. The proposed grading will maintain
the pre-developed drainage pattern in the area for the most part. Grades along the south property
need to be adjusted to keep runoff from the site from discharging onto the Stone Creek
development south of this proposal. The resulting drainage area to the south and east of the
property will be reduced after construction. The plans propose to drain the street and front yard
areas of the lots into a storm sewer system which will convey the runoff into a storm pond on Lot
5 for pretreatment before discharging into Bluff Creek. The location and design of the storm
pond may be altered after further review by staff. There is an existing drainage swale that drains
along the common property line of Stone Creek Development and this proposal. The surface
water drains along the property line into the existing ravine through Lots 4 and 5 down to Bluff
Creek. The proposed house pad on Lot 4 could experience wet areas on both sides of the house
due to drainage through the area. These drainage constraints should be considered and resolved
in conjunction with the design of the home for Lot 4. A drainage easement shall be dedicated on
the final plat to preserve the drainageway/ravine and pond through Lot 4. The minimum width
shall be 20 feet wide.
The construction plans will have to incorporate a drain tile system behind the curbs to address
household sump pump discharge for those lots not adjacent to a storm water pond or wetland.
Drain tile is also beneficial in absorbing subgrade moisture from the street.
UTILITIES
Municipal utility service is indirectly available to the site. Water service is available along
Galpin Boulevard. Sanitary sewer service has been a point of discussion in the past. The sewer
line to service this site is located approximately 750 feet north of the site near Lukewood Drive.
Extension of this sanitary sewer would be very difficult given the terrain and vegetation. In
addition, the applicant would have to obtain permanent and temporary easements from the
adjacent property owner (Schmidt) to extend the utilities to service this development. The
developer has attempted to acquire easements from the Schmidt's, however, to no avail. Another
alternative for sanitary sewer service has been proposed from the west side of Galpin Boulevard.
This design appears feasible and will ultimately service the parcel to the north (Schmidt) as well.
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This sewer proposal, however, will not serve Outlot A without a lift station. Outlot A will not
have gravity sewer service and should be considered non-buildable. Temporary construction
easements and a county permit will be involved in pursuing this alternative sewer proposal. The
developer shall be responsible to obtain the necessary easements and permits. Should the
developer not obtain the necessary easements or permits, the subdivision in question shall be
considered premature since sanitary sewer would not then be available to service the
development. The utility improvements proposed to service the site shall be designed and
constructed in accordance with the city's standard specifications and detail plates. Upon
completion of the utility improvements, the utilities will be turned over the city for maintenance
and ownership. Detailed utility and street construction plans and specifications in accordance
with the city's latest edition of Standard Specifications and Detail Plates will be required in
conjunction with final plat consideration. Construction drawings will need to be submitted to
staff for review at least three weeks prior to final plat consideration. The construction plans and
specifications for the project will be subject to staff review and City Council approval. The
developer will be required to enter into a PUD Agreement/Development Contract with the city
and provide the necessary financial security to guarantee conditions of approval. The financial
security shall be in the form of a letter of credit or cash escrow. The existing house on Lot 6 will
be required to hook up to the new sewer water line in Bridle Creek Court within 30 days after the
utilities have been accepted by the city. Connection to city water is not necessary unless the well
fails on Lot 6. The lots in the plat will also be subject to deferred assessments as a result of the
.city's Upper Bluff Creek Trunk Improvement Project No. 91-17B. The parcel was previously
assessed for.only one trunk sewer and water assessment. Upon final platting of the property,
seven .(one per lot) sewer and water trunk hookup charges shall be pending. The trunk sewer and
water charges shall be collected at time of building permit issuance. The 1999 trunk sewer utility
hook-up charge is $1,252 per unit and trunk watermain hook-up charge is $1,632 per unit.
STREETS
Access to the development is proposed from Galpin Boulevard/County Road 19. This road is
classified in the city's Comprehensive Plan as a collector street. The minimum right-of-way
width of Galpin Boulevard shall be 100 feet wide. The preliminary plat indicates 50 feet of fight-
of-way exists adjacent to this development; however, the city, through a previous project,
attempted to acquire an additional 17 feet of right-of-way and a 10-foot wide trail and utility
easement. Staffdoes not believe that the right-of-way and additional trail and easements were
acquired and will need to be dedicated with the final plat. Staff will be further reviewing this
and may result in the developer dedicating a total of 17 feet of right-of-way along Galpin
Boulevard and a 1 O-foot wide trail, drainage and utility easement. The additional easement
dedication does not appear to affect the lot sizes in the preliminary plat submittal.
The preliminary plat proposes a 60-foot wide right-of-way with a 60-foot radius for the cul-de-
sac in accordance with City Code. The front building setbacks are proposed at 25 feet versus 30
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feet. Street grades may have to be adjusted to maintain a 3% landing for the first 75 feet east of
Galpin Boulevard and lowering of the cul-de-sac to provide drainage from the lots out to the
street. The street grade in the cul-de-sac shall be a minimum of 1% to maintain drainage around
the curbs. In an effort to minimize the blacktop area of the cul-de-sac staff recommends the
developer consider a landscaped island. This has worked well in past developments. The city,
however, shall be responsible for maintenance of the landscaped island. The developer or their
assignee such as a homeowner's association would be responsible for maintenance.
The site is currently accessed through a shared gravel driveway off of Galpin Boulevard with the
Schmidt property to the north. As a result of platting the property a public street (Bridle Creek
Court) will be extended to service the development as well as the Schmidt parcel. A 30-foot
wide driveway and utility easement is proposed over Outlot B to provide access to Schmidt's.
The location of the existing driveway is not desirable from a traffic safety standpoint. Staff has
recommended that a future private driveway through Outlot B be reserved to service future
subdivision of the Schmidt parcel. The Carver County Public Works Department has the
jurisdiction to approve additional access points or modify existing access points along Galpin
Boulevard. Staff believes that the Schmidt parcel should access Bridle Creek Court through
Outlot B with a private driveway. Staff also believes the Schmidt parcel does not have the
capability to subdivide into more than four single-family lots based on current ordinances and
topographic features. Outlot B as currently proposed is not a buildable lot. There is a parcel of
land that is owned by the Schmidt's that is needed to be acquired to develop Outlot B into a
buildable parcel. Staff recommends that a 30-foot wide strip of land be deeded or easement
dedicated to the city over Outlot B for future access (private driveway) to the Schmidt parcel to
serve up four residential homes. The exact location of this easement can be modified through
negotiations with staff and the applicant. Bridle Creek Court is proposed to be constructed to
city urban street standards within a 60-foot wide right-of-way. Detailed street construction plans
and specifications will be required prior to final plat consideration. The public street shall be
constructed in accordance with the city's latest edition of Standard Specifications and Detail
Plates. There are city-owned street lights along Galpin Boulevard that may be impacted with the
street connection. This must be verified and street lights relocated in accordance with city
standards. A street light will also be required at the end of the cul-de-sac. The developer shall
also coordinate with the appropriate utility companies for the installation of small utilities, i.e.
NSP, Minnesota Valley Electric, Minnegasco, Triax Cable and U.S. West.
Access to the existing house on Lot 6 must be maintained during construction from both a public
safety standpoint and a resident standpoint. Once Bridle Creek Court has been constructed, the
existing home will be required to change their driveway access and street address to Bridle Creek
Court and eliminate the existing access through Lots 7 and 8 and Outlot B.
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EROSION CONTROL
Erosion control fence needs to be incorporated along the grading limits on Lots 3, 4, 5 and 7.
Erosion control fence needs to be extended along the pond construction limits on Lot 5 and tree
protection fencing around the trees to be preserved on the site. Tree protection fencing shall be
incorporated onto the grading, drainage and erosion control plan.
Subdivision Findings:
1. The proposed subdivision is consistent with the zoning ordinance;
Finding: The subdivision meets the intent of the city code subject to the conditions
of the staff report.
The proposed subdivision is consistent with all applicable city, county and regional plans
including but not limited to the city's comprehensive plan;
Finding: The proposed subdivision is consistent with applicable plans, subject to
approval of the rezoning to PUD.
The physical characteristics of the site, including but not limited to topography, soils,
vegetation, susceptibility to erosion and siltation, susceptibility to flooding, and storm water
drainage are suitable for the proposed development;
Finding: The proposed site is suitable for development subject to the conditions
specified in this report.
The proposed subdivision makes adequate provision for water supply, storm drainage,
sewage disposal, streets, erosion control and all other improvements required by this
chapter;
Finding: The proposed subdivision is served by adequate urban infrastructure.
5. The proposed subdivision will not cause environmental damage;
Finding: The proposed subdivision will not cause environmental damage subject to
conditions if approved.
6. The proposed subdivision will not conflict with easements of record.
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Finding: The proposed subdivision will not conflict with existing easements, but
rather will expand and provide all necessary easements.
The proposed subdivision is not premature. A subdivision is premature if any of the
following exists:
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Lack of adequate storm water drainage.
Lack of adequate roads.
Lack of adequate sanitary sewer systems.
Lack of adequate off-site public improvements or support systems.
Finding: The proposed subdivision is provided with adequate urban infrastructure.
COMPLIANCE WITH DISTRICT REGULATIONS
AREA
Ordinance 15,000
requirements 11,000
Lot 1 16,874
Lot 2 15,453
Lot 3 12,854
Lot 4 30,777
Lot 5 13,817
Lot 6 30,170
Lot 7 12,417
Lot 8 10,849 #
Outlot A 89,378
Outlot B 9,647
ROW 36,112
TOTAL 6.39 acres
(sq. ft.) FRONTAGE (feet) DEPTH (feet) Setbacks
avg., min. 90 100 See Note
80& 177
35 & 160
52& 135
39& 213
34 & 266
99 190
85 * 134
80~ 119
#Does not meet minimum lot area requirement of 11,000 square feet, must be revised.
~Lot line shall be revised to meet minimum 90 feet.
*Meets minimum at the building setback line.
& Does not meet minimum, however, staff supports proposed lot configuration.
Setbacks: Front (F) - 25 feet, Rear ( R)- 30 feet, Side (S) - 10 feet, Primary Zone (PZ) - 40 feet,
Perimeter PUD setback (P) - 30 feet, Galpin Blvd. (G) - 50 feet.
It should be noted that the proposed setbacks being established as part of the development, impact
the potential placement of the house on Lot 4 moving it farther away from the south property line.
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Lynmore Addition
March 17, 1999
Page 15
VACATION
The westerly 95 feet of the site is was part of Lot 9, Block 1, Stone Creek 9th Addition. The
applicant has combined that part of Lot 9 with the subject site. There is an existing drainage and
utility easement that runs along the exterior lot lines of Lot 9. The applicant is requesting to vacate
the easements portion that are part of the current subdivision and dedicate new easements that run
along the interior lot lines of Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 1, Lynmore Addition. Staffis recommending
approval of the vacation.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt the following motions:
General Concept/Preliminary PUD Development Plan and Rezoning Approval and
Subdivision Approval
"The Planning Commission recommends approval of General Concept and Preliminary PUD
Development Plan, approval for Rezoning of 6.39 acres from A-2, Agricultural Estate District to
PUD-R, Planned Unit Development-Residential and Preliminary Plat approval to subdivide 6.39
acres into 8 single family lots and 2 outlots, as shown in plans dated 2/99, subject to the following
conditions:
The applicant shall guarantee any transplanted trees for a minimum of one year.
Transplanted trees shall be counted as replacement plantings.
Buffer yard plantings shall be installed along Galpin Boulevard. Minimum planting
requirements are 5 over story trees, 7 under story trees, and 11 shrubs. The landscape plan
shall be submitted to the city for approval.
3. One tree shall be planted in each front yard per city ordinance.
4. Install tree protection fencing at grading limits prior to construction.
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The applicant shall revegetate the area around the proposed storm water pond with a native
seed mixture approved by the city. The applicant may refer to MNDOT seeding manual
mixture 50 for an acceptable seed mix.
6. The accessory structure located on proposed Lot 6 shall be removed prior to recording of the
plat.
Lynmore Addition
March 17, 1999
Page 16
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Outlot A shall be reserved through park dedication. Fee title to Outlot A shall be granted to
the city in exchange for full park fee credit. If ownership is not transferred to the city, then
the developer shall place a conservation easement over Outlot A.
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The development shall comply with the following setbacks:: Front (F) - 25 feet, Rear (R)- 30
feet, Side (S) - 10 feet, Primary Zone (PZ) - 40 feet, Perimeter PUD setback (P) - 30 feet,
Galpin Blvd. (G) - 50 feet.
9. The Primary Zone boundary shall be shown on the building permit plans for Lots 4, 5, and 6,
Block 1, Lynmore Addition.
10. Lot 8 shall be reconfigured to meet the 90 foot minimum frontage requirement as well as the
11,000 square foot minimum lot area requirement°
11. Revise the preliminary grading & utility plan to show the proposed dwelling pads with standard
designations and indicate the lowest level floor, entry level floor and garage floor elevations.
This should be done prior to final plat approval.
12. Obtain demolition, moving and/or road use permits for existing buildings to be relocated: This
should be done prior to any grading on the property.
13. The proposed single family residential development of 4.25 net developable acres is responsible
for a water quality connection charge of $3,400 and a water quantity fee of $8,415. These fees
are payable to the City prior to the City filing the final plat.
14. Install a fire hydrant at the intersection of Bridle Creek Court and Galpin Blvd.
15. A ten foot clear space must be maintained around fire hydrants, i.e. street lamps, trees,
shrubs, bushes, NSP, US West, cable TV, and transformer boxes. This is to insure that fire
hydrants can be quickly located and safely operated by firefighters. Pursuant to Chanhassen
City Ordinance 9-1.
16. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet in length shall be provided with
approved provisions for the turning around of fire apparatus. The cul-de-sac as currently
designed will not allow proper turning around of fire apparatus. Submit redesigned
dimensions to Fire Marshal and City Engineer for review and approval. Fire Marshal will not
approve building permits until redesign of cul-de-sac is submitted.
17. If trees are to be felled on site, they must either be chipped or hauled off site. No burning
permits will be issued.
Lynmore Addition
March 17, 1999
Page 17
18. (The final construction plans shall include the following)
The grading plans shall include the first floor, lowest floor and garage floor elevations of the
existing home on Lot 6.
Show existing well and septic site on Lot 6 with provisions for protection.
Install drain tile behind the curb in accordance with City detail plates 5232 and 5234 to
address household sump pump discharge.
Provide pond maintenance access route between Lots 4 and 5. The grade of the access route
shall not exceed a 4 to 1 slope.
Provide erosion control measures and tree preservation fencing on the grading plan.
The lot grade on Lots 6, 7 and 8 and/or street grades shall be revised to provide front yard
drainage from the homes out to Bridle Creek Court. Provide traffic control signage and street
light locations.
The centerline street grade through the cul-de-sac shall be a minimum of 1% and the first 75
feet of Bridle Creek Court shall not exceed 3.0%.
Provide drainage swale on the south side of Lots 3 and 4 to prevent runoff from leaving the
site.
19. The existing home on Lot 6 shall connect to City sewer within 30 days after the utilities are
accepted by the City. When the existing well on Lot 6 fails, the home shall connect to City
water.
20. The developer shall dedicate to the City 50 feet of right-of-way for Galpin Boulevard and a
I O-foot wide trail and utility easement along the west line of Lots 1 and 2 and Outlot B.
21. During design and construction of a home for Lot 4 the surface water runoff must be
managed to avoid flooding of the home. The lowest opening of the home shall be a
minimum of one foot above the existing/proposed grade at the south property line adjacent
the home.
22. At time of building permit issuance each lot except Lot 6 shall be charged a sewer and water
hook-up charge. Should Outlot B be platted in the future, this parcel will also be subject to
sewer and water hook-up charges in accordance with City Ordinance.
Lynmore Addition
March 17, 1999
Page 18
23. The existing home on Lot 6 shall change their street access and address once Bridle Creek
Court is paved with a bituminous surface. In addition, the existing driveway access through
Lots 7 and 8 and Outlot B shall be removed and restored with topsoil, seed and mulch.
24. If the exporting or importing of earthwork material is required, the developer shall supply
staff with a haul route and traffic control plan for review and approval°
25. The appropriate drainage and utility easements shall be dedicated to the City on the final plat
for all utilities, existing drainageways and ponding areas lying outside the right-of-way. The
minimum easement width shall be 20 feet wide.
26. The developer shall be responsible for the extension of sanitary sewer service to the site and
acquisition of the necessary temporary and/or permanent utility easements. If the developer
is unable to acquire the necessary utility easements, the plat shall be considered premature for
development.
27. The applicant will need to develop a sediment and erosion control plan in accordance with
the City's Best Management Practice Handbook and the Surface Water Management Plan
requirements for new developments. The plan shall be submitted to the City for review and
formal approval in conjunction with final plat submittal.
28. Ail areas disturbed as a result of construction activities shall be immediately restored with
seed and disc-mulched or wood fiber blanket or sod within two weeks of completion of each
activity in accordance with the City's Best Management Practice Handbook.
29. All utility and street improvements shall be constructed in accordance with the latest edition
of the City's Standard Specifications and Detail Plates. Detailed street and utility plans and
specifications shall be submitted three weeks prior to final plat consideration for staff review
and City Council approval.
30. The applicant shall provide detailed storm sewer calculations for 1 O-year and 100-year storm
events and provide ponding calculations for stormwater quality/quantity ponds in accordance
with the City's Surface Water Management Plan for the City Engineer to review and approve.
The applicant shall provide detailed pre-developed and post-developed stormwater
calculations for 100-year storm events and normal water level and high water level
calculations in existing basins, created basin, and/or creeks. Individual storm sewer
calculations between each catch basin segment will also be required to determine if sufficient
catch basins are being utilized. In addition, water quality ponding design calculations shall
be based on Walker's Pondnet model.
Lynmore Addition
March 17, 1999
Page 19
31. The applicant shall enter into a PUD agreement/development contract with the City and
provide the necessary financial security to guarantee compliance with the terms of the
development contract.
32. The applicant shall apply for and obtain permits from the appropriate regulatory agencies, i.e.
Carver County, Watershed District, Metropolitan Waste Control Commission, Health
Department and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
33. A 30-foot wide access easement shall be deeded to the Schmidt's over Outlot B for future
driveway access to the property to the north. Staff and the developer shall work together in
determining the alignment."
Conditional Use Permit
"The Planning Commission recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit to permit
development within the Bluff Creek Overlay district subject to the following conditions:
· 1. Outlot A, Lymnore Addition, is permanently preserved as passive open space."
ATTACHMENTS
1. Application.
2. Reduced Copy of the Preliminary Plat
3. Reduced Copy of the Grading, Drainage, Erosion Control Plan
4. Letter from Carver County Public Works Department dated July 20, 1998.
5. Bluff Creek Overlay District Map
6. Public Hearing Notice and Mailing List
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· FROM:': ~EC DESIGN PHONE NO. : 715 552 0~0 Feb. 26 ~999 08:40RM P2
APPLI~.I~rr:
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
690 COULTER DRIVE
CHANHASSEN, MN 55317
(612) 937-1900
David D. Moore
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW APPLICATION
Applicant:
~~ Gi 1
7815 Market Boulevard
Chanhassen, MN 55317
ADDRESS:
T~] wPHONE (Day ~me) 906- 2 4. 16
TELEPHONE:
Vanderham
12905 44th Avenue
Plymouth, MN 554``4``2
391-8001
Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Temporary Sales Permit
Conditional Use Permit
__ Interim Use Permit
.. . Non-conforming Use Permit
X PJanned Unit Development'
X
Vacation of ROW/Easements
Variance
Wetland Alteration Permit
Zoning Appeal
X
__ Re.zoning
...Sign Permits
__ Sign~Plan Review
S~te PJan Review'
__ Zoning Ordinance Amendment
Notification Sign
X
Escrow for Filing Fees/Attorney Cost**
($50 CU P/SPR/VACNAR/WAP/Metes
and Bounds, $400 Minor SUB)
Subdivision' TOTAL FEE $
J~ list of att property owners within 500 feet of the boundaries of the property must be Included with the
application.
B=ading material samples must be sul~mltted with site plan reviews.
~l'wenty-slx full size folded copies of the plans must be submitted, Including an 8W' X 11" reduced copy of
1.,ansparency for each plan sheet.
--Escrow will be required for other applications through the development contract
~OTE-~hen multiple applications are processed, the appropriate fee sha[I be charged for each application.
FROM ' TEC DESIGN PHONE NO. : 715 552 0330 Feb. 26 1999 08:40AM P3
-PRCME~T~ Lynmore Subdivision
East of Galpin Boulevard,
LEGALDESCRIPTION Attached
just North of Stone
Creek Addition
'"[DTAL ACRF_AGE
tNETI..AN~S PRESENT
]:~qESENT .ZONING
RE~ ZONING
6.39 Acres
YES X NO
A-2, Agricultural Estate District
PUD-R, Planned Unit Development, Residential
PRESENTLANDUSEDESIGNATION Sinqle Family Home
P, EQUES']'EDLANDUSE DESIGNATION Single
~F..ASONFORTHISREQUEST Subdivision
Family Attached/Cluster-Home
This application must be completed in full and be typewritten or clearly pdnted and must be accompanied by all information
and plans required by applicable City Ordinance provisions. Before filing this application, you should confer with the Planning
Depar/mera to determine the specific ordinance and procedural requirements applicable to your application.
A dcten'n'mEtion of completeness of the application shall be made within ten business days of application submittal. A written
r~tice of application deficiencies shall be mailed to the applicant within t~n business days of application.
-i'hfs is~o ce~fythat 1 am making application for the described action by the City and that I am responsible for complying with
all City requirements with regard to this request. This application should be processed in my name and I am the party whom
· the Cityshould contact regarding any matter pertaining to this application. I have attached a copy of proof of ownership (either
· copy of Owner's Duplicate Certificate of Title, Abstract of Title or pumhase agreement)° or I am the authorized person to make
Zhis application and the fee owner has also signed this application.
I re'Il keep myself informed of th'e 'deadlines for submission of matedal and the progress of this application, i further
,~Jnderstand that additional fees may be charged for consulting fees, feasibility studies, etc. with an estimate prior to any
.authorization to proceed with the study. The documents and information I have submitted are true and correct to the best of
my knnwledge.
The city hereby notifies the applicant that development review cannot be completed within 60 days due to public hearing
requirements and agency review. Therefore, the city is notifying the applicant that the city requires an automatic 60 day
extension for development review. Development review sha;l be completed within 120 days unless additional review
extensions are approved by the applicant.
' ~ig~re of Fee O~r
"Date
Date
App~'J~'~n Re=e'~ved on
Fee Paid Receipt No.
'The applicant should contact staff for a copy of the staff report which will be available on Frlday prior to the meeting.
]fao! r.4~tacted, a copy of the report will be mailed to the applicant's address.
HJ.t=ION
H~UON
CARVER
COUNTY
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Carver County Government Center
Administration Building
600 East Fourth Street
Chaska, Minnesota 55318-2192
Phone (612)'361-1010 Fax (612) 361-1025
Administration
Parks
Engineering
Highway Maintenance
Surveying & Mapping
July 20, 1998
To:
From:
Subject:
Sharmin AI-Jaff, Planner II, City of Chanhasserjb
Bill Weckman, Assistant County Engineer
Preliminary Plat "" V
Lynmore Addition (98-1 PUD and 93-4 VAC)
Carver County has the following comments and questions regarding the Lynmore Addition
Preliminary Plat transmitted to Carver County by your memorandum dated July 9, 1998. These
comments and questions are based on the information submitted. Further comments and concerns
may develop as this proposal advances.
Galpin Boulevard (CSAH 19) was recently reconstructed as an urban roadway with curb and
gutter. Any curb cuts and access construction would be the responsibility of the developer.
It is expected the entrance design will be similar to the entrance at Bridal Creek Trail.
Has a plan been developed to consider the future access of the parcel to the north of this
plat? The desire of the County is to limit the number of accesses to CSAH 19 to as few as
needed. Has a lot layout concept been considered that would allow future access to the
parcel to the north?
Any public utility lines that are to be installed within the CSAH 19 right-of-way are subject
to the utility permit requirements of Carver County.
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Any proposed grading and installation of drainage structures within the right-of-way of CSAH
19 is subject to review and approval of the County Highway Department. The existing storm
sewer system, though it is in the County Road, is a City utility. Has it been determined that
the main system has adequate capacity to handle the run off from the cul-de-sac without
causing runoff problems onto CSAH 197
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Development activities (including the installation of both public and private utilities needed
to serve the development site) that result in any disturbance of the county highway right-of-
way (including tree removal, trench settlements, erosion, and sediment deposits) need to
be completed in a manner that leaves the right-of-way in "as good or better condition" than
what existed prior to construction. It is requested that the city include a provision in the
developer's agreement that requires the developer to be ultimately responsible for the final
condition of the county highway fight-of-way. A clear understanding of this responsibility will
result in fewer project oversight problems for both the county and the city.
The County must approve any trees or landscaping completed within the right-of-way. When
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locating shrubs and trees, consideration should be given to maintaining an acceptable sight
distance at the CSAH 19 intersection. Any trees or shrubs overhanging into the right-of-way
could be subject to trimming for safety or overhead utility consideration.
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the preliminary plat for the proposed development.
BLUFF CREEK OVERLAY DISTRICT
Stone Creen LN W
*NOTE- MEETING DATE CHANGED*
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PLANNING COMMISSION
Wednesday, March 17, 1999
at 7:00 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers
690 City Center Drive
SUBJECT:
APPLICANT:
LOCATION:
Lynmore Addition
David Moore
East of Galpin Blvd,, north of
Stone Creek subdivision
NOTICE: You are invited to attend a public hearing about a proposal in your area. The applicant,
David Moore, is requesting rezoning of 6.39 acres from A-2, Agricultural Estate to PUD, Planned Unit
Development Residential; preliminary plat and concept and preliminary PUD approval of 6.39 acres
into 8 single family lots and 2 outlots, a conditional use permit to permit development in the Bluff
.Creek Overlay District, and vacation of a portion of drainage and utility easement. The property is
located east of Galpin Boulevard and north of Stone Creek Subdivision, Lynmore Subdivision.
'What Happens at the Meeting: The purpose of this public hearing is to inform you about the
developer's request and to obtain input from the neighborhood about this project. During the
meeting, the Commission Chair will lead the public hearing through the following steps:
1. Staff will give an overview of the proposed project.
2. The Developer will present plans on the project.
3. Comments are received from the public.
4. Public hearing is closed and the Commission discusses project. The commission will then
make a recommendation to the City Council.
Questions and Comments: If you want to see the plans before the meeting, please stop by City
Hall during office hours, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. If you wish to talk to
someone about this project, please contact Bob at 937-1900 ext. 141. If you choose to submit
written comments, it is helpful to have one copy to the department in advance of the meeting.
Staff will provide copies to the Commission.
Notice of this public hearing has been published in the Chanhassen Villager on March 4,, 1999.
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