PC SUM 2004 08 03CHANHASSEN PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
AUGUST 3, 2004
Chairman Slagle called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Rich Slagle, Bethany Tjornhom, Dan Keefe and Kurt Papke
MEMBERS ABSENT: Uli Sacchet, Craig Claybaugh and Steve Lillehaug
STAFF PRESENT: Sharmeen A1-Jaff; Senior Planner, Lori Haak, Water Resource
Coordinator; and Matt Saam, Assistant City Engineer
PUBLIC PRESENT FOR ALL ITEMS:
7302 Laredo Drive
7305 Laredo Drive
Debbie Lloyd
Janet Paulsen
PUBLIC HEARING:
WETLAND ALTERATION PERMIT FOR THE PLACEMENT OF A
BOARDWALK/DOCK ACROSS AN AG/URBAN WETLAND TO PROVIDE
ACCESS TO LAKE LUCY. THE SITE IS ZONED RESIDENTIAL SINGLE
FAMILY AND IS LOCATED AT 6745 LAKEWAY DRIVE~ MATTHEW AND
SUZANNE WOODS~ PLANNING CASE NO. 04-24.
Lori Haak presented the staff report on this item. Commissioner Keefe asked if the dock
was going to be straight or have a T section. Commissioner Papke asked staff to review
what the city code calls for and exactly how long this dock is and how it meets those
requirements. Commissioner Tjornhom asked if DNR requires a specific type of material
for docks. Matt Woods, the applicant explained their request and answered questions
from the commission. Chairman Slagle asked for clarification on the length and location
of this proposed dock in relation to neighboring properties. After a brief discussion, the
following motion was made.
Papke moved, Keefe seconded that the Planning Commission recommends approval
of Wetland Alteration Permit #04-24 for a boardwalk across the wetland at 6745
Lakeway Drive, subject to the following conditions:
The boardwalk shall be installed across the wetland as a permanent structure and
a dock shall extend from the boardwalk into Lake Lucy to provide docking for
watercraft.
The applicant shall enter into an encroachment agreement with the City for the
installation of the boardwalk across the drainage and utility easement.
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3. The dock shall be located outside of the dock setback zone.
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
PUBLIC HEARING:
FRONTIER SECOND ADDITION, PRELIMINARY PLAT TO SUBDIVIDE 2.61
ACRES INTO 5 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST
INTERSECTION OF FRONTIER TRAIL AND WEST 77TM STREET, CHARLES
R. STINSON, PLANNING CASE NO. 04-26.
Public Present:
Name Address
Charles Thiss
Charles R. Stinson
Ralph Burrell
Kay Touchette
5090 Greenwood Circle
4733 Eastwood Road
7555 Frontier Trail
7541 Frontier Trail
Sharmeen A1-Jaff and Matt Saam presented the staff report on this item. Commissioner
Papke asked for clarification on how the bluff line and setbacks are determined, an
explanation of the drainage and piping patterns for the pond, and placement of the
retaining walls. Commissioner Tjornhom asked about the condition asking that the lot
lines be shifted to meet lot size requirements and if that is being done at the expense of
tree loss. Commissioner Keefe asked for clarification on building and driveway setbacks.
Chairman Slagle asked for clarification on the driveway access and placement of the
homes on the sites.
The applicant, Charles Stinson explained his project and addressed issues relating to the
bluff line, house placement and drainage. Chairman Slagle opened the public hearing.
No one spoke and the public hearing was closed.
Papke moved, Tjornhom seconded that the Planning Commission recommends
approval of the preliminary plat for Planning Case #04-26 for Frontier Second
Addition for 5 lots as shown on the plans received July 2, 2004, subject to the
following conditions:
Environmental Resources Specialist Conditions:
a. Tree preservation fencing shall be installed at the edge of grading limits prior
to any construction. Fencing shall be maintained until construction is
completed.
The applicant shall pay park fees in lieu of land dedication or trail construction on
three of the five lots. Two lots are exempt from these charges due to the existing
single-family homes on the property. The park fee on three single family homes
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totals $8,400 and is payable at the time of platting.
The northerly lot lines for Lots 3, 4 and 5 shall be shifted to allow for 15,000
square feet of lot area and a minimum depth of 125 feet.
The pond must be designed to NURP guidelines and sized/located to maximize
water quality treatment while minimizing the amount of tree loss.
All disturbed areas, as a result of construction, must be seeded and mulched or
sodded immediately after grading to minimize erosion.
The applicant shall apply for and obtain a building permit through the City's
Building Department for any retaining wall over 4-feet in height.
On the Grading Plan:
a. Label the bluff setback limits.
b. Add silt fence adjacent to grading area.
c. Show the grading limits.
Add the following notes to the Utility Plan:
a. Any connection to existing structures must be core drilled.
b. All sanitary services must be 6"PVC-SDR26 and water services l"copper.
The remaining street assessment balance with interest due payable to the City at
the time of final plat recording is $6,517.70. Since the developer will be
responsible for extending lateral sanitary sewer service to the new lots, the lateral
sewer connection charges will be waived; however, water connection charges will
be required for each of the new lots (1-3). In addition, sanitary sewer and water
hookup charges will be applicable for each of the new lots.
Public utility improvements are required to be constructed in accordance with the
City's latest edition of Standard Specifications and Detail Plates. Detailed
construction plans and specifications must be submitted at time of final plat for
review. The applicant is also required to enter into a development contract with
the City and supply the necessary financial security in the form of a letter of credit
or cash escrow to guarantee installation of the improvements and the conditions of
final plat approval.
The applicant must be aware that any off-site grading will require a temporary
easement from the property owner.
Add the following City detail plates to the plans: 1005, 2001, 2002, 2101, 2109,
2110, 2201, 2202, 5300 and 5301.
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On the Utility Plan:
a. Show the existing sanitary and watermain pipe size and type.
Detailed grading, drainage, tree removal and erosion control plans will be required
for each of the new lots at the time of building permit application for City review
and approval. In addition, as-built surveys will be required on each lot prior to
occupancy.
The retaining walls will need to be moved to comply with the 30-foot setback
requirement.
A permanent 20-foot wide drainage and utility easement is required over the
length of the new sewermain.
The bluff area shall be preserved. All structures shall maintain a 30-foot setback
from the bluff and no grading shall occur within the bluff impact zone (i.e., the
bluff and land located within 20 feet from the top of a bluff). A conservation
easement shall be dedicated over the bluff area and the bluff impact zone.
Drainage and utility easements, a minimum of 20 feet in width, shall be provided
over all drainageways and storm water ponds.
Erosion control blanket shall be installed on all slopes greater than or equal to 3:1.
All exposed soil areas shall have temporary erosion protection or permanent cover
year round, according to the following table of slopes and time frames:
Type of Slope Time
Steeper than 3:1 7 days
10:1 to 3:1 14 days
Flatter than 10:1 21 days
(Maximum time an area can
remain open when the area
is not actively being worked.)
These areas include constructed storm water management pond side slopes, and
any exposed soil areas with a positive slope to a storm water conveyance system,
such as a curb and gutter system, storm sewer inlet, temporary or permanent
drainage ditch or other natural or man made systems that discharge to a surface
water.
Soil tracked onto public streets shall be swept daily street or as needed.
The estimated total SWMP fee, due payable to the City at the time of final plat
recording, is $9,325.
The applicant shall apply for and obtain permits from the appropriate regulatory
agencies (e.g., Riley-Purgatory-Bluff Creek Watershed District, Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (for
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dewatering)) and comply with their conditions of approval.
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Building Official Conditions:
a. Final grading plans and soil reports must be submitted to the Inspections
Division before building permits will be issued.
b. Lots 1, 2 and 3 must be provided with separate sewer services be served by a
public line.
c. Retaining walls over 4 feet high require a permit and must be designed by an
engineer licensed in the State of Minnesota.
d. Demolition permits must be obtained before demolishing any structures."
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
PUBLIC HEARING:
CENTURY PLAZA BUILDING "C"~ SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR A
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL-OFFICE MULTI-TENANT BUILDING
LOCATED ON LOT 1~ BLOCK 4~ VASSERMAN RIDGE~ ZONED PUD~ CPV
DEVELOPMENT CO. LLC~ CRAIG ALSHOUSE~ PLANNING CASE NO. 04-25.
Public Present:
Name Address
Lori Day
Craig Alshouse
Steve Lanak
8229 Stone Creek Drive
1300 Willowbrook Drive
548 Apollo Drive #10, Lino Lakes
Sharmeen A1-Jaff presented the staff report on this item. Commissioner Tjornhom asked
staff to explain what would happen with traffic and parking if a restaurant came into this
development. Commissioner Keefe asked for clarification on landscaping and berming
along Highway 5, sidewalk circulation on the site, lighting, signage, and the proximity of
the sitting area to the car wash. Commissioner Papke had further concerns with the
sidewalk circulation, and architectural compatibility with the surrounding area.
Chairman Slagle asked for clarification about the number of users and what constitutes
separate business entities.
The applicant, Craig Alshouse addressed issues brought up by the commission regarding
berming, sidewalk circulation, architecture, the outside seating area, and the number of
users in the building. Chairman Slagle opened the public hearing. Lori Day, manager of
the Edina Realty office which has been in Chanhassen for 15 years, stated their desire to
build in the community and continue to serve the residents. The public hearing was then
closed. After discussion, the following motion was made.
Tjornhom moved, Keefe seconded that the Planning Commission recommends
approval of site plan review (2004-25 SPR) for the construction of a multi-tenant
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building, Century Plaza Building "C" as shown in the plans received July 2, 2004,
subject to the following conditions:
Applicant shall increase landscape plantings to meet minimum requirements for
bufferyards, boulevard trees and parking lot trees. A revised landscape plan shall be
submitted to the City prior to city council approval.
2. Applicant shall fully screen parking lots from adjacent roadways through the use of
berming or increased landscaping.
3. All rooftop equipment shall be screened.
4. The trash enclosure shall be built with the same type of materials used on the
buildings.
5. The applicant shall enter into a site plan agreement with the city and provide the
necessary financial securities.
6. Any off-site grading will require easements from the appropriate property owner.
7. Installation of the private utilities for the site will require permits and inspections
through the City' s Building Department.
8. Add the following City detail plates to the plans: 3101, 3104, 5201, 5214, 5232 and
5234.
On the Grading Plan:
a. Show all storm sewer rims and invert elevations.
b. Revise the FES invert elevation to match the pond NWL.
c. Show the existing topography of the site along the east side, including the
existing pond and the pond NWL and HWL.
d. Show the retaining wall top and bottom elevations.
10. The retaining wall must be designed by a registered structural engineer and a permit
from the Building Department must be obtained for its construction. An approved
safety fence will also be required along the top of the wall.
11. Revise the sidewalk elevations off the northwesterly corner of the building to avoid
draining stormwater toward the building.
12. The sanitary sewer and water hookup charges will be applicable for the lot. The 2004
trunk hookup charge is $1,458 for sanitary sewer and $2,814 for water-main.
Sanitary sewer and water-main hookup fees may be specially assessed against the
parcel at the time of building permit issuance and are based on the number of SAC
units for the new building addition.
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13. Revise the grading in the southwesterly corner of the site to show the correct 980
contour line.
14. Revise the width of the parking stalls to 9-feet wide, as per City Code.
15. On the utility plan:
a. Show the existing and the proposed sanitary manholes rim and invert
elevations.
16. A 15-foot wide clear zone must be maintained in back of the curb along West 78th
Street.
17. The proposed berm's slope must not exceed 2% within the 60-foot sight triangle of
the intersection.
18. Fire Marshal Conditions:
a. A 10-foot clear space must be maintained around fire hydrants, i.e., street lamps,
trees, shrubs, bushes, Excel Energy, Qwest, Cable TV and transformer boxes.
This is to ensure that fire hydrants can be quickly located and safely operated by
firefighters. Pursuant to Chanhassen City Ordinance #9-1. Copy enclosed.
The builder must comply with the Chanhassen Fire Department/Fire Prevention
Division regarding maximum allowable size of domestic water on a combination
water/sprinkler supply line. Pursuant to Chanhassen Fire Department/Fire
Prevention Division Policy #36-1991. Copy enclosed.
The builder must comply with water service installation policy for commercial
and industrial buildings. Pursuant to Inspection Division Water Service
Installation Policy #34-1993. Copy enclosed.
The builder must comply with the Chanhassen Fire Department/Fire Prevention
Division regarding premise identification. Pursuant to Chanhassen Fire
Department/Fire Prevention Division Policy #29-1992.
The builder must comply with the Chanhassen Fire Department/Fire Prevention
Division regarding notes to be included on all site plans. Pursuant to Chanhassen
Fire Department/Fire Prevention Division Policy #4-1991. Copy enclosed.
The two fire hydrants shown on the plan will need to be relocated. Hydrant
number one on the north end of the building is to be moved northwest to the
parking lot island and hydrant number two shown on the west side of the building
can be eliminated and relocated on the island across from the main door. Contact
the Chanhassen Fire Marshal for exact relocation.
19. Building Official conditions:
a. The building is required to be protected by automatic fire extinguishing systems.
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b. The plans must be prepared and signed by design professionals licensed in the
State of Minnesota.
c. Retaining walls over 4 feet high require a building permit and the plans must be
prepared by a licensed professional engineer.
d. Detailed occupancy related requirements cannot be reviewed until complete plans
are submitted.
e. The owner and or their representative shall meet with the Inspections Division as
soon as possible to discuss plan review and permit procedures.
20. The applicant shall revise the plans to maintain a minimum of 10 feet parking setback
along the northeast corner.
21. Erosion control blanket shall be installed on all slopes greater than or equal to 3:1.
All exposed soil areas shall have temporary erosion protection or permanent cover
year round, according to the following table of slopes and time frames:
Type of Slope Time
Steeper than 3:1 7 days
10:1 to 3:1 14 days
Flatter than 10:1 21 days
(Maximum time an area can
remain open when the area
is not actively being worked.)
These areas include constructed storm water management pond side slopes, and any
exposed soil areas with a positive slope to a storm water conveyance system, such as
a curb and gutter system, storm sewer inlet, temporary or permanent drainage ditch or
other natural or man made systems that discharge to a surface water.
22. Street cleaning of soil tracked onto public streets shall include daily street scraping and
street sweeping as-needed.
23. The applicant shall apply for and obtain permits from the appropriate regulatory
agencies (e.g., Riley-Purgatory-Bluff Creek Watershed District, Minnesota Department
of Transportation, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Minnesota Department of
Natural Resources (for dewatering)) and comply with their conditions of approval.
24. The monument sign facing West 78th Street shall be removed.
25. The applicant must obtain a sign permit prior to erecting the signs on site. A detailed
sign plan incorporating the method of lighting, acceptable to staff should be provided
prior to requesting a sign permit."
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All voted in favor, except Papke who opposed, and the motion carried with a vote of
3to 1.
Commissioner Papke stated his opposition was because he would like to see this type of
business in the downtown business area as opposed to a neighborhood retail area.
Sharmeen A1-Jaff reminded the commission that their next meeting on August 17th, to
meet at 6:00 p.m. to visit the Moon Valley site prior to the regular meeting.
Chairman Slagle adjourned the Planning Commission meeting at 8:30 p.m.
Submitted by Kate Aanenson
Community Development Director
Prepared by Nann Opheim