6 Rezone Vasserman Ridge
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LEVEL OF CITY DISCRETION
The City has a relatively high level of discretion in approving rezoning, POD's and amendments
to the POD's because the City is acting in its legislative or policymaking capacity. A rezoning or
POD and amendment thereto, must be consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan.
The city's discretion in approving or denying a site plan is limited to whether or not the proposed
project complies with Zoning Ordinance requirements. If it meets these standards, the City must
then approve the site plan. This is quasi-judicial decision. The City's discretion in approving or
denying a site plan is limited to whether or not the proposed project complies with Zoning
Ordinance requirements. If it meets these standards, the City must then approve the site plan.
This is quasi-judicial decision.
PROPOSAL SUMMARY
Lundgren Brothers is requesting to rezone 68.76 acres of property located north of Hwy. 5
between Hwy. 41 and Galpin Boulevard. There are two underlying properties, the American
Baptist Church and Outlot K of the Longacres subdivision.
The subject site is currently zoned A2, Agricultural Estate. In the 1991 Comprehensive Plan, this
area was given a Study Area status. It was guided as a part of the Highway 5 Corridor study in
1995. The land use considerations for this site are low density residential. This area was
brought into the MUS A in 2000; this is consistent with the city comprehensive plan. The site
will be accessed via the Hwy. 5 frontage road (West 78th Street). This request proposes an R-4
zoning to accommodate twin and single-family homes and POD commercial on a 1.94-acre
parcel.
A small wetland is being filled to accommodate a street. Wetland mitigation is being proposed
on site. A conditional use is being requested to build within the Bluff Creek Overlay District.
Staff is recommending approval with the conditions as proposed in the staff report.
BACKGROUND
The majority of the site has been farmed. There is a large wetland to the north and western edge
of the site. The total amount of wetlands for the entire site is 23.20 acres. The site has a rolling
topography with a 30-foot change from the wetlands to the highest point. There is a home with
out buildings that sits on the underlying 10 parcel (the American Baptist Group Home). The
group home has informed the city that it is their intention to relocate to a new site. The home
will remain on the site for approximately a year. This group homes has a conditional use.
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To the west of the subject site is Arboretum Village, which is currently under construction. This
property is zoned POD with a net density of 5.7 units an acre. To the east of this site is 14 acres
(6 and 8 acres) on either side of West 78th Street. This property is guided for low-density
development up to 4 units an acre.
The development of this site is being influenced by several important policies. These policies
include the Highway 5 Corridor Study, the Bluff Creek Overlay District, the Comprehensive Plan
and the City's Zoning Ordinance. Following is a summary of each of these documents and its
influence on the design of the subject site.
Highwav 5 Corridor Studv
The purpose of the TH 5 study was to select a preferred alignment for the northerly frontage road,
to review land use and zoning alternatives along the corridor, and provide design guidelines. The
purpose of the Overlay District as stated in the ordinance is to "be designed with greater
sensitivity to the environment and of generally higher quality." The purpose of the district is to:
a. "Protect creek corridors, wetland and significant stands of mature trees...
b. Promotes high quality architectural and site design...
c. Create a unified, harmonious and high quality visual environment...
d. Foster a distinctive and positive community image.. .especially for the Highway 5 corridor
which functions as the City's main entrance."
The study proposed that the area be given a land use designation of single family residential. The
R-4 zoning district is consistent with the low density. The mix of twin homes and single-family
homes provides a transition from the surrounding uses.
Bluff Creek Overlav District
The Bluff Creek Corridor Study is a vision and planning document that has the following goals:
I. Protection, Restoration and Enhancement of Natural Resources
2. Acquire land to create a continuous greenway along the creek from the Minnesota River
to Lake Minnewashta
3. Create development standards that manage upstream such as mixed or cluster
development easements and alternative zoning
4. Develop educational watershed awareness program
5. Develop a Natural Resources Plan
An overlay district was created for Bluff Creek with a primary and secondary corridor. The
primary conidor boundary delineates a conservancy zone where undisturbed conditions are
desired. This is the area where any type of development and/or human activity directly impacts
the morphological and biological characteristics of Bluff Creek. The secondary corridor
boundary delineates a management zone. This is the area where development and/or urban
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activities directly affect the strearn's upland ecosystem. The preservation and enhancement of
this area will result in a better habitat and less strain on the stream. Management practices for
this area focus on the preservation and enhancement of upland vegetation and the reduction of
peak flows.
A portion of this site falls within the primary and secondary zone. The primary zone is the
eastern and northern edge of the wetland. The secondary zone is the edge of the wetland buffer.
The City's Bluff Creek Overlay District states that no development shall occur within the
primary zone. A conservation easement is being proposed on Lots 24 and 25 of Block 2 to
preserve a stand of trees. Outlot F (the upland portion) will be dedicated to the city for parkland.
The Bluff Creek Plan makes a couple of recomrnendations for this area including restoring the
shallow marsh and restoring the big woods. The city has tried in the past to work on the
restoration of the shallow marsh but received neighborhood resistance. The big woods
restoration is being considered with the Arboretum Village and Outlot F uplands area. A
walking bridge is also being considered for access to this area to limit wetland impacts. Homes
that are located in the wooded area will be custom graded.
The most wooded area in the development is in the area of Lots 27-34 of Block 1. The
placement of single family homes in this area probably has the most long term impact to the trees
because of individual home owners who have different wants for their property. It would be
desirable to preserve this area of trees. One way would be to eliminate the lots or to remove the
lot and replace the units with twin homes elsewhere or convert these units to twin. Twin homes
by their nature are less likely to make significant changes to the unit or the lot. This issue is
discussed further in the landscaping section.
Highwav 5 Frontage Boulevard
Much of the topography and the shape of the parcels are being driven by the location, necessary
grading and construction of West 78th Street. The design of the road was also approved as a part
of the Hwy. 5 corridor. The road is intended to be a boulevard with streetscape, lighting and a
trail on the north. The cross intersection currently exists between Powers Blvd. and Lake Ann
Park. The construction of the road is necessary for this site to development. Access to this
proposal will be from West 78th street.
Planned Unit Development
The applicant is seeking a POD with a Comprehensive Plan amendment in order to develop a
1.94 acre parcel that is adjacent to the Pulte 2.94 acres of commercial zoning which is between
Hwy. 5 and West 78th Street. The plan incorporates good planning principles by combining both
parcels. Both parcels will be developed together. Full access to this site will be via the
"Lundgren Parcel" because the Pulte parcel is limited to right-in and right-out only. The design
standards for the Pulte commercial piece will be applied to the Lundgren parcel. Staff has
pointed out these issues during the Pulte proposal.
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ANALYSIS
Lundgren Brothers is requesting:
1. Preliminary Subdivision approval
2. Land Use Amendment of 1.94 acres
3. Rezoning from A-2 to R-4 and POD-Commercial
4. Wetland Alteration Permit
5. Conditional Use
PUD Rezoning (commercial)
The following review constitutes an evaluation of the POD request. The review criteria are taken
from the intent section of the POD Ordinance.
Section 20-501. Intent
"Planned unit developments offer enhanced flexibility to develop a site through the relaxation of
most nann a I 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. "
Because the frontage road left a 1.94-acre remnant parcel, staff has always recommended that this
property be developed with the commercial property in the Arboretum Village. The design
standards being recommended are those approved with the Pulte project. The Pulte parcel is 2.94
acres so with the Lundgren parcel this site would be 4.88 acres. Following are the Design
Standards approved for the Arboretum Village project that staff is recommending for the
Lundgren Parcel.
POD DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
a. Intent
The purpose of this zone is to create a POD neighborhood commercial/mixed density-
housing zone. The use of the POD zone is to allow for more flexible design standards
while creating a higher quality and more sensitive proposal. All utilities are required to be
placed underground. Each structure proposed for development shall proceed through site
plan review based on the development standards outlined below. A specific lighting and
sign plan shall be submitted prior to final plat.
b. Permitted Uses
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The permitted uses within the neighborhood commercial zone should be limited to
appropriate cornmercial and service uses consistent with the neighborhood. The uses shall
be limited to those as defined herein. If there is a question as to whether or not a use meets
the definition, the Planning Director shall make that interpretation. The type of uses to be
provided on this outlot shall be low intensity neighborhood oriented retail and service
establishments to rneet daily needs of residents. Such uses may include small to medium
sized restaurant (no drive-thru windows), office, day care, neighborhood scale commercial,
convenience store, churches, or other similar type and scale uses as described in the
Comprehensive Plan. No single use shall exceed 5,000 square feet.
c. Setbacks
The POD ordinance requires setbacks from roadways and exterior property lines. The following
table displays those setbacks.
Setback Required Minimum Proposed
From Collector Street 50 feet 50 feet
From Exterior Lot Lines 30 feet 30 feet
Interior Public Right-of-W~ 30 feet 60 feet
Hard Surface Commercial 70% Not available at this time
Hard Surface Coverage (Total site) 30% 29%
d. Building Materials and Design
COMMERCIAL
1. All materials shall be of high quality and durable. Brick shall be used as the principal
material and must be approved to assure uniformity with the residential uses.
2. Metal standing seam siding will not be approved except as support material to one of the
above materials.
3. All accessory structures shall be designed to be compatible with the primary structure.
4. All roof-mounted equipment shall be screened by pitched roofs. Wood screen fences are
prohibited. Screening shall consist of compatible materials.
5. All buildings on the commercial site shall have a pitched roof line.
6. All mechanical equipment shall be screened with material compatible to the building.
Preliminary Plat - Subdivision
The entire property is 68.76 acres. The proposed subdivision includes: 1.94 acres of commercial,
38 twin home lots, and 46 single-family lots. Homeowners Association lot (1.02), 23.59 acres of
wetland and 5 outlots (entrance monuments).
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The developer conducted a noise study to "establish anticipated traffic noise with the residential
development." The conclusion of the noise study is that"... predicted traffic noise levels are
likely to be higher than the residential nighttime noise standards, an exception in the Minnesota
rules permits the noise standards for commercial land use to be applied when home construction
meets the requirements of these rules. Therefore based upon the analysis performed in the study,
predicted traffic noise levels will be at or lower than levels contained in the state noise standards
for residential land use." The noise mitigation is being utilized in with the construction of the
new homes and the berm that runs the length of West 78th Street along the north side.
The R-4 zoning district allows for single and twin homes. The minimum lot size for twin homes
is 10,000 square feet per lot with 50 feet of frontage. The requirements for single family are
15,000 square foot minimum with an 80-foot lot width. The setbacks for both the twin and
single-family homes are 30 feet in the front and back with 10 feet on the side yard. The single-
family homes have a building pad of 70 x 60 feet and the twin homes have a building pad of 70 x
80 feet.
The proposed subdivision of the property is consistent with the guidelines established in the
comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance. There are 4 twin home lots that do not meet the
minimum 10,000 square foot minimum. There are also a few lots that do not meet the 50-foot
minimum for frontage. Staff believes that the plat can be modified to meet the requirements.
Staff recommends that the preliminary plat be approved with conditions outlined in the report.
Based on the buildable area some of the lots are without area for expansion in the rear yard
because of the wetland buffer. Staff is recommending that home plans be sensitive to the
buildable area and the covenants state these homes do not have the ability to expand to the rear.
There are trails and sidewalks through the subdivision. The subdivision does have a private
park.
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Lot I Block Square Feet Lot I Block Sauare Feet
Block 1 Block 2
1 20,743 1 11 ,457
2 10,229 b 2 12,205
3 10,677 d 3 10,317
4 9,026 a 4 10,474
5 10,150 5 12,273
6 10,675 6 13,985
7 11 ,379 7 15,889
8 10,378 8 21,199
9 12,037 9 18,595
10 8,606 a 10 11,111 c
11 12,017 11 18,511
12 9,875 a 12 16,509 c
13 9,712 ab 13 15,521 c
14 13,896 14 16,851
15 11,535 15 22,210
16 13,904 16 20,164
17 16,446 17 20,554
18 38,306 18 26,667
19 16,697 19 24,226
20 14,707 20 22,533
21 23,878 21 21,057
22 25,360 22 20,699 d
23 21,659 23 20,249 d
24 15,962 24 26,396 d,e
25 13,776 25 53,331 d,e
26 12,107 26 32,169 d
27 12,854 27 22,920 d
28 10,227 28 19,476
29 21,853 d 29 19,919
30 17,740 d 30 18,412
31 18,662 d 31 17,724 d
32 19,293 d 32 17,451 d
33 17,723 33 48,101 d
34 18,938 34 44,157 d
35 19,326 35 28,980
36 22,524
37 38,461
COMPLIANCE TABLE
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Lot I Block Square Feet Lot I Block Sauare Feet
Block 3 Block 4 84,695
1 42,146
2 15,008 Outlot A 808
3 15,053
4 15,074 Outlot B 800
5 17,887
6 19,328 Outlot C 6,440
7 15,645
8 15,130 Outlot D 787
9 16,643
10 17,249 Outlot E 795
11 16,115
12 15,679 OutlotF 1,026,522
13 15,095
a. Does not meet the minimum lot area of 10,000 square feet
b. Does not meet the minimum lot frontage of 50 feet
c. Has minimum rear yard
d. Custorn graded lots
e. Conservation easernents
Landscaping and Tree Preservation
The applicant for the Vasserman Ridge development has submitted trec canopy coverage and
preservation calculations. They are as follows:
Total upland area (excluding wetlands)
Baseline canopy coverage
Minimum canopy coverage allowed
Proposed tree preservation
40.84 ac.
29% or 11.63 ac.
30% or 12.25 ac.
11 % or 4.57 ac.
The applicant does not meet minimum canopy coverage allowed; therefore the difference
between the baseline and proposed tree preservation is multiplied by 1.2 to calculate the required
replacernent plantings.
Difference in canopy coverage
Multiplier
Total replacement
Total number of trees to be planted
7.06 ac.
1.2
8.5 ac. or 370,260 SF
340 trees
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In addition, the applicant must increase canopy coverage to meet the minirnum thirty percent
required. The calculations are follows:
Total reforestation area (12.25-11.63 ac.) .62 ac. or 27,007 SF
Required canopy coverage 25 trees
(one tree provides 1,089 SF of canopy)
The total number of trees required for the development is 365. Applicant has proposed a total of
307 trees. An additional 58 trees rnust be added to the landscape plan. All replacements must
meet minimum size requirements.
Buffer ard re uirements are as shown in the table:
Buffer yard B - South
property line
1700', 30' width, berm
Buffer yard B - South
property line
200', 30' width, no berm
17 overstory trees
17 understory trees
51 shrubs
2 overstory trees
4 understory trees
6 shrubs
32 overstory trees
21 understory trees
57 shrubs
4 overstory trees
o understory trees
5 shrubs
The applicant meets total minimum requirements for buffer yard plantings. The buffer yard table
is split, even though it's the same area, because the applicant is instalIing a large berm along
most of the area. According to ordinance, when a berm three feet or higher is incorporated into a
buffer yard, understory and shrub plantings may be reduced by half. The applicant has done so in
this case.
Due to the installation of the BC 7 and 8 sewer line, a large number of trees were replanted the
fall of 2001 within the easement that runs along the north end of the property. This easement fall
within the grading area for Vasserman Ridge so the trees will be removed. Staff recommends
that the developer be responsible for replacing each of the trees removed. Staff will inventory
the area prior to grading.
Wooded areas on site differ in quality and species. Along the wetland areas, wooded areas are
dominated by box elder, elm, poplar, and willow. A wooded knoll exists within the area of lots
29-34, block 1 with a mix of oak, basswood, ash, boxelder and elm. In this area are twenty-five
oaks and basswoods measuring 30 - 42 inches in diameter and one 40-inch ash. After initial site
grading, six of these trees will remain in the three custorn graded lots. Within those lots, three of
the trees are within the buildable area and likely to be removed due to construction. The end
result of development on the knoll will be the preservation of 2-3 of the trees.
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WETlANDS
Existing Wetlands
Four wetland basins exist on-site: three aglurban wetlands and one natural wetland.
The wetland in the northeast portion of the property (Basin 1) is an aglurban Type 2 wetland that
is a part of the headwaters of Bluff Creek. Basin 1 is dominated by reed canary grass. Basin 2 is
a large ag-urban Type 2 wetland along the northern property line that is also part.of the
headwaters of Bluff Creek and dominated by reed canary grass. The westernmost wetland (Basin
3) is a natural Type 3 wetland. Basin 3 is dominated by reed canary grass and supports a large
population of cattails. All three wetlands are within the Primary Corridor of the Bluff Creek
Overlay District.
A fourth wetland (Basin 4) is a Type 2 aglurban wetland. The applicant is proposing to fill Basin
4 to accommodate the alignment of "A Street." The total proposed impact to Basin 4 is 2,120
square feet (0.05 acres).
Basins 2 and 3 are connected by a swale that flows to the northwest from Basin 3 to Basin 2. The
applicant is proposing 470 square feet of wetland fill to accommodate the trail connection to
Arboretum Village to the west. The applicant should install a bridge over the swale between
Basins 2 and 3 to avoid wetland impacts and enhance the aesthetics of this area.
Wetland Replacement
Wetland replacement must occur in a manner consistent with the Minnesota Wetland
Conservation Act (MR 8420). The applicant should submit a wetland alteration permit
application. Prior to wetland impacts occurring, the applicant shall obtain City approval of a
wetland replacement plan. A five-year wetland replacement monitoring plan should be
submitted. The plans should show fixed photo monitoring points for the replacement wetlands.
The applicant should provide proof of recording of a Declaration of Restrictions and Covenants
for Replacement Wetland.
Wetland impacts must be mitigated at a 2:1 ratio. The applicant is proposing on-site mitigation
for wetland impacts. Two areas of wetland construction (new wetland credit) are proposed in the
northeast portion of the property. The areas of new wetland credit (NWC) total 2,400 square
feet. It is unclear how the remaining 1,840 square feet of required mitigation will be
accomplished. The wetland alteration permit application should demonstrate how 2:1 wetland
mitigation will be completed.
A wetland buffer 0 to 20 feet in width (with a minirnum average of 10 feet) must be maintained
around Basins 1,3 and the wetland mitigation areas. A wetland buffer 10 to 30 feet in width
(with a minimum average of 20 feet) must be maintained around Basin 2. (Those buffers
considered for Public Value Credit (PVC) under the Wetland Conservation Act (WCA) must
maintain a minimum width of 16.5 feet.)
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Wetland buffer areas should be preserved, surveyed and staked in accordance with the City's
wetland ordinance. The applicant must install wetland buffer edge signs, under the direction of
City staff, before construction begins and must pay the City $20 per sign. All proposed trails and
trail easements must be located outside of the wetland buffer area. The grading and erosion
control plan should show the actual wetland buffer widths proposed to meet the minimum
average buffer width requirements as well as the 40-foot wetland buffer setback. All structures
shall maintain a 40-foot setback from the edge of the wetland buffer.
It appears that Lots 11, 12 and 13 of Block 2 will not be able to accommodate decks, porches or
other accessory structures outside of the 60 x 70 building pad shown on the plans due to wetland
buffer and setback requirements. Structures on these lots should be designed to accommodate
decks or other accessory structures within the 60 x 70 building pad or the lots should be
reconfigured to provide more flexibility.
Surface Water Manal!:ement
Storm Water Management
The proposed developrnent is required to maintain existing runoff rates. On-site storm water
ponding must be sufficient to meet all City water quality and quantity standards.
Easements
Drainage and utility easements should be provided over all existing wetlands, wetland mitigation
areas, buffer areas used as PVC and storm water ponds. A drainage and utility easement should
be provided over the 20 feet directly adjacent to the normal water level (NWL) on NURP Pond A
in order to accommodate future pond maintenance. A drainage and utility easement should also
be provided over the proposed emergency overflow for NURP Pond A.
Surface Water Management Fees
Water Quality Fees
Because of the irnpervious surface associated with this development, the water quality fees for this
proposed development are based on single-family residential development rates of $800/acre.
Based on the proposed developed area of approximately 43.23 acres, the water quality fees
associated with this project are $34,584.
Water Quantity Fees
The SWMP has established a connection charge for the different land uses based on an average
citywide rate for the installation of water quantity systems. This cost includes land acquisition,
proposed SWMP culverts, open channels, and storm water ponding areas for runoff storage. Single-
family residential developments have a connection charge of $1,980 per developable acre. This
results in a water quantity fee of approximately $85,595 for the proposed development.
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SWMP Credits
This project proposes the construction of two NURP ponds. The applicant will be credited for
water quality where NURP basins are provided to treat runoff from the site. This will be
determined upon review of the ponding and storm sewer calculations. Credits may also be
applied to the applicant's SWMP fees for oversizing in accordance with the SWMP or the
provision of outlet structures. The applicant will not be assessed for areas that are dedicated
outlots. No credit will be given for temporary pond areas.
At this time, the estimated total SWMP fee, due payable to the City at the time of final plat
recording, is $120,179.
Other Agencies
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, Army Corps
of Engineers) and comply with their conditions of approval.
GRADING
The existing site is bordered by wetlands along the west, north and east property lines. The new
West 78th Street runs along the southern property line. The site is also outlined by groves of
significant trees, along with a section of trees that extends toward the center of the site from the
west. In addition, there are four existing buildings on the property which will have to be razed
prior to any grading operations. The existing well and septic systems must be capped and/or
removed in compliance with State health codes.
Due to the large amount of trees in certain areas on the site, the developer is proposing to custom
grade 12 of the lots in the west-central and northwest portion of the site. Staff agrees that this is
the most environmentally sensitive way to develop these lots. Detailed grading, drainage, tree
removal and erosion control plans will be required for each lot 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.
Significant site grading will be needed to prepare the site for home construction. The developer
intends to grade the site in phases over one to two years. As part of the grading operations, large
berms (10' -20' tall) are proposed along the south property line of the site to buffer the
development from West 78th Street and associated noise. This is necessary due to the lack of
noise abatement with the Highway 5 project. West 78th Street is currently a MnDOT road and,
as such, MnDOT will have to review and approve the grading plan.
As a whole, the grading plan is well designed. There are a few spots, however, where minor
adjustments will have to be made during final design. For example, there are two proposed
homes whose rear yard elevations are not three feet above the HWL of the adjacent pond. Lot
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37, along the east side of "c" street and the twin home across Lots 1 and 2 on the east side of
"A" street do not meet the requirernent and must be revised.
If importing or exporting material for development of the site is necessary, the applicant will be
required to supply the City with detailed haul routes and traffic control plans.
DRAINAGE
The north half of the existing site drains to the large aglurban wetland along the northern
property line. The westerly most portion of the site drains to the existing natural wetland along
the west property line. The remaining southerly portion of the property drains to West 78th
Street and eventuany a MnDOT storm pond. The proposed grading plan has been designed to
match the existing drainage patterns fairly wen. The north and eastern portions of the site drain
to a proposed pond in the southeast corner of the site. The pond will treat the water before
discharging it to the adjacent wetland. The remainder of the site north of West 78th Street will
drain to a pond in the south-central portion of the site and discharge to the MnDOT storm sewer
system. The ponds are both required to be designed to National Urban Runoff Program (NURP)
standards. The proposed drainage plan is consistent with the City's Surface Water Management
Plan (SWMP).
According to the project narrative, the applicant intends to drain the commercial parcel to the
existing MnDOT pond on the south side of West 78th Street. This would require that the pond
be enlarged to handle the additional runoff from the commercial site. Without MnDOT approval
on the enlargement of the existing pond, the applicant will be required to provide a separate, on-
si te pond.
The applicant has submitted drainage calculations for the site but some revisions are needed.
Staff will work with the engineer to correct the calculations. Prior to final platting, storm sewer
design data will need to be submitted for staff review. Depending on the size of the drainage
area, additional catch basins may be required at that time. The storm sewer will have to be
designed for a lO-year, 24-hour storm event. Drainage and utility easements will need to be
dedicated on the final plat over the public storm drainage system including ponds, drainage
swales, emergency overflows, access routes for maintenance, and wetlands up to the 100-year
flood level. The minimum easement width shall be 20 feet wide. Emergency overflows from all
stormwater ponds will also be required on the construction plans.
EROSION CONTROL
Erosion control measures and site restoration shall be developed in accordance with the City's
Best Management Practice Handbook (BMPH). Staff recommends that the City's Type III
erosion control fence, which is a heavy-duty silt fence, be used for the area adjacent to the
existing wetlands on the north, east and west grading limits of the site. Type II silt fence shall be
used in all other areas. A rock construction entrance must be shown at the entrance dri ve that
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will be utilized during construction. In addition, wood-fiber blankets will be required on the
steep slopes of the proposed berms and off the west side of the "D" street cul-de-sac.
UTILITIES
Currently, pubIic sanitary sewer runs along the wetland on the north side of the site. The plans
propose on connecting to this sewer line and extending it to serve the site. This is consistent with
the City's Comprehensive Sewer Plan. If the commercial lot does not develop w.ith the adjacent
lot to the west, a sanitary sewer service wiIl have to be provided by this development.
Municipal water is available to the site from West 78th Street. There are two existing water
stubs to the property, which the applicant wiIl connect to. The plans propose on looping the
watermain through the site. If the commercial lot does not develop with the adjacent lot to the
west, a water service wiIl have to be provided by this development.
In conjunction with the BC-7/BC-8 project and the Trunk Highway 5 reconstruction project, the
two underlying parcels of the property were subject to special assessments. The total assessment
due payable to the City for the BC-8/BC-8 Trunk Utility Project is $88,400 for sanitary sewer.
The total assessment due payable to the City for the Trunk Highway 5 Project is $128,744 for
watermain.
The assessments for the BC-7/BC-8 project were based on the existing zoning for the site
yielding a developed total of 68 units. Since the applicant isnow proposing more units (84 + 3
units for the commercial lot) than what the property has been assessed for, the additional 19 units
(87 - 68=19) will be charged a sanitary sewer lateraJ connection charge. The assessments for the
Highway 5 project, based on existing zoning, yieJded a developed total of 76 units. As above,
since more units are now being proposed than what was assessed for (87 vs. 76), the additional
11 units will be charged a watermain lateral connection charge. The current 2002 lateral
connection charge for sanitary or water is $4,335 per unit. Based on the current rate, the total
amount due payable to the City for the additional 30 units would be $130,050 (30 @ $4,335). In
addition, each newly created lot will be subject to City sanitary sewer and water hook up charges
at the time of building permit issuance. The 2002 trunk utility hook up charges are $1,383 per
unit for sanitary sewer and $1,802 per unit for water. Hook-up charges are for core utility system
infrastructure, i.e. wells, lift stations, water towers, etc. Connection fees are in lieu of
assessments which were absorbed by the City instead of being levied at the time of construction.
In this case, more units are proposed to be constructed than originally anticipated.
Utility improvements wiIl be required to be constructed in accordance with the City's latest
edition of Standard Specifications and Detail Plates. Detailed construction plans and
specifications will be required at time of final platting. Additional manholes and/or valves may
be required at that time. The applicant will also be 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.
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Page 16
Permits from the appropriate regulatory agencies will be required prior to construction, including
but not limited to MPCA, Department of Health, MnDOT, Watershed District, etc.
STREETS
Overall, the proposed street layout appears to work well. The entire street system is shown
within a 60-foot wide public right-of-way with 31-foot wide streets in accordance with City
design criteria. Sidewalk is proposed on one side of all the through streets. This sidewalk will
connect with the existing trail along West 78th Street and with the proposed trail along the north
side of the property. Each of the two cul-de-sacs along with the street entrances to the site
contain a landscaped "island" in the center. These islands will be encircled by curb and gutter
and maintained by the development's homeowners association. The City has allowed similar
islands in the past and staff would recommend only that the configuration be acceptable to the
City's Fire Marshal. Encroachrnent agreements will also be required for the islands within the
right-of-way. In addition, the applicant should be aware that the maximum allowable street grade
is 7%. Areas with a street grade greater than 7% must be revised to meet the criteria.
Access to the commercial lot shall be via a shared driveway with the neighboring commercial lot
to the west. The access will be located just east of the median on West 78th Street. This is
consistent with the final plat staff report for the parcel to the west (Arboretum Village). The
access issue and others will be addressed in further detail during the site plan review process on
the commercial lot.
BUILDING INSPECTIONS AND FIRE MARSHAL COMMENTS
The Building Official has reviewed the plans and has the following comments:
1. Demolition permits must be obtained before demolishing any existing structures.
2. All on-site sewage treatment systems must be abandoned in accordance with City Code.
3. Prior to permit submittals, the developer shall meet with the Inspections Division to
discuss the design and construction of the twin homes.
4. Final grading plans and soil reports must be submitted to the Inspections Division before
building permits will be issued.
5.
In order to comply with the Chanhassen Fire Department/Fire Prevention Division, the following
fire code or city ordinance/policy requirements. The plan review is based on the available
information submitted at this time. If additional plans or changes are submitted, the appropriate
code or policy items will be addressed.
I. A lO-foot clear space must be maintained around fire hydrants, i.e., street lamps, trees,
bushes, shrubs, Qwest, Xcel Energy, 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.
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June 18,2002
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2. When fire protection, including fire apparatus access roads and water supplies for fire
protection is required to be instaned, such protection shan be instaned and made
serviceable prior to and during the time of construction. Pursuant to 1997 Minnesota
Uniform Fire Code Section 901-3.
3. In the cul-de-sacs with the center island "no parking" signs will be required. Contact
Chanhassen City Fire Marshal for additional information.
4. No burning permits will be issued for trees to be rernoved. Trees or shrubs must be either
removed from site or chipped.
5. Submit street names to Chanhassen Building Official and Chanhassen Fire Marshal for
review and approval.
6. Submit cul-de-sac to Chanhassen City Engineer and Chanhassen Fire Marshal for review
and approval.
7 Additional fire hydrants will be required. One will be required at the intersection of "A"
Street and "B" Street; one win be required between lots 23 and 24, and an additional
hydrant will be required at the intersection of "c" Street and West 78th Street Frontage
Road.
PARK AND TRAILS
The Park and Recreation Director has reviewed the aforementioned submittal and recommend
the fonowing conditions of approval regarding parks and trails.
I. The applicant shan be required to build the "wetland" trail between Lots 18 and 19 and in
the rear of Lots 19,20,21,22,23,24, and 25. This trail shan be 8 feet wide and
constructed from bituminous pavement per City standard specifications. The trail shan
be connected with the existing trail, which terminates at Lot 13 of The Meadows at
Longacres. A permanent 20-foot wide trail easement shan be described by the applicant
generally centered on the new trail and granted to the City to anow the maintenance and
upkeep of this public trail. The applicant is eligible for reimbursement of the
construction costs of said trail, including materials and labor, but excluding engineering,
surveying, legal and an other associated costs. To be eligible for reimbursernent from the
city's trail fund the applicant shan submit construction plans and specifications and
construction costs to the City 45 or more days prior to the start of construction for review
and authOlization. Assuming authorization to proceed is received and upon completion
of construction, the applicant shan be eligible for reimbursement. Said construction shan
be covered by warranties equal to or exceeding industry standards.
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June 18,2002
Page 18
2. The City shaIl accept the smaIl upland portion of Outlot F in the northwest corner of the
project as parkland dedication assuming all of Outlot F is transferred into public
ownership. The dollar amount of this credit will be calculated per City ordinance.
3. AIl remaining Park and Trail fees be coIlected per City ordinance.
LAND USE PLAN
FINDINGS
1. The property is currently zoned Agricultural Estate District, A2.
2. The property is guided in the Land Use Plan for Residential Low Density, with the land use
amendment for the 1.94 acres of commercial.
3. The legal description of the property is: see attached Exhibit A.
4. The Zoning Ordinance directs the Planning Commission to consider six (6) possible adverse
affects of the proposed amendment. The six (6) affects and our findings regarding them are:
a. The proposed action has been considered in relation to the specific policies and
provisions of and has been found to be consistent with the official City Comprehensive
Plan. Specific policies include: Land Use Goals - The plan should seek to establish
sufficient land to provide for a fuIl range of house opportunities; the city will encourage
the development of neighborhood service centers where appropriate. These will be
developed as a part of mixed use development or POD; and the city wiIl seek to provide
transitions between different uses of different types; and Housing policies -; the
development of alternative types of housing such as patio homes, townhouses, and
quadplexes should be permitted to supplement conventional single-family homes and
apartments provided that they are compatible with appropriate land use practices and are
representative of high quality development; housing development methods such as
PUD's, cluster development, and innovative site plans and building types, should be
encouraged to help conserve energy and resources used for housing, and the city will
promote the mixing of housing densities within a project in order to provide a wide range
of housing styles and types.
b. The proposed use is or wiIl be compatible with the present and future land uses of the
area.
c. The proposed use conforms with all performance standards contained in the Zoning
Ordinance.
d. The proposed use will not tend to or actuaIly depreciate the area in which it is proposed.
e. The proposed use can be accommodated with existing public services and wiIl not
overburden the city's service capacity.
f. Traffic generation by the proposed use is within capabilities of streets serving the
property.
5. The planning rep0l1 POD #2002-2 dated June 13,2001, prepared by Kate Aanenson is
incorporated herein.
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June 18,2002
Page 19
REZONING
FINDINGS
It will be the applicant's responsibility to demonstrate that the City's expectations are to be
realized as evaluated against the following criteria:
1. 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.
Findinl!:. There are areas of trees are being preserved with the application of custom
graded lots and conservation easements.
2. 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.
Findinl!:. Within the R-4 zoning district there are 15,000 and 10,000 square foot lots.
3. High quality of design and design compatible 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 cornmunity. Common open space as
well as buildings will be maintained.
Findinl!:. The development will incorporate high quality design and design compatible
with surrounding land uses.
4. Sensitive development in transitional areas located between different land uses and along
significant corridors within the city will be encouraged.
Findinl!:. There will be a berm to mitigate the impact of Hwy. 5 and West 78th Street and
the design of the units should help mitigate the noise.
5. Development, which is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
Findinl!:. The R-4 zoning district is consistent with the comprehensive plan. A land use
amendment is required for the commercial zoning.
6. 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.
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June 18,2002
Page 20
Findinl!. There is a private park in the subdivision with sidewalk connected the
neighborhood. There is a trail that rums along the wetland to the north and connects to
Arboretum Village.
7. Provision of housing affordable to all income groups if appropriate with the POD.
Findinl!. Not applicable with the application.
8. Energy conservation through the use of more efficient building designs and sitings and
the clustering of buildings and land uses.
Findinl!. There will be a berm to mitigate the impact of Hwy. 5 and West 78th Street and
the design of the units should help mitigate the noise.
9. 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.
Findinl!. Access to the site is via West 78th Street, a collector. The commercial drive
will be via ajoint driveway.
PRELIMINARY PLAT
FINDINGS
I. 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.
2. 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 appIicable plans, subject to the
conditions of the staff report.
3. 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 physical characteristics of the site are suitable for the proposed development
subject to the conditions specified in this report.
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June 18,2002
Page 21
4. 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 will be served by adequate urban infrastructure
contingent upon conditions specified in this report.
5. The proposed subdivision will not cause environmental damage.
Finding: The proposed subdivision will not cause environmental damage subject to
conditions in this report.
6. The proposed subdivision will not conflict with easements of records.
Finding: The proposed subdivision will be served by adequate urban infrastructure
contingent upon conditions specified in this report. Additional easements will be required
as part of the subdivision.
7. The proposed subdivision is not premature. A subdivision is premature if any of the
following exists:
a. Lake of adequate storm water drainage.
b. Lack of dedicated and improved public streets.
c. Lack of adequate sanitary sewer systems and not ISTS (individual sewer treatment
system).
d. Lack of adequate off-site public improvements or support systems.
Finding: The proposed subdivision is provided with adequate urban infrastructure.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FINDINGS
In addition, a conditional use permit is required prior to the construction of any structure within
the Bluff Creek Overlay district. The Planning Commission shall recommend a conditional use
permit and the council shall issue such conditional use permits only if it finds that such use at the
proposed location:
1. Will not be detrimental to or damage the public health, safety, comfort, convenience or genera!
welfare of the neighborhood of the city.
2. Will be consistent with the objectives of the city's comprehensive plan and this chapter.
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June 18,2002
Page 22
3. Will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained so as to be compatible in appearance
with the existing or intended character of the general vicinity and will not change the essential
character of that area.
4. Will not be hazardous or disturbing to existing or planned neighboring uses.
5. Will be served adequately by essential public facilities and services, including streets, police
and fire protection, drainage structures, refuse disposal, water and sewer systerns and schools;
or will be served adequately by such facilities and services provided by the persons or agencies
responsible for the establishment of the proposed use.
6. Will not create excessive requirements for public facilities and services and will not be
detrimental to the economic welfare of the community.
7. Will not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment and condition of operation that
will be detrimental to any persons, property or the general welfare because of excessive
production of traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare, odors, rodents, or trash.
8. Will have vehicular approaches to the property that do not create traffic congestion or interfere
with traffic or surrounding public thoroughfares.
9. Will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of solar access, natural, scenic or historic
features of major significance.
10. Will be aesthetically compatible with the area.
II. Will not depreciate surrounding property values.
12. Will meet standards prescribed for certain uses as provided in this article.
Findings: The area defined within the primary zone is being slated for preservation. Staff is
recommending that a drainage and utility easement be placed over the wetland and buffer and a
conservation easement be placed over the trees in Lots 24 and 25 of Block 2. Because
development is outside of the primary zone mitigation is not required.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Land Use And Rezoning Recommendation
'The Planning Commission recommends approval of a Comprehensive Land Use Amendment
from low density to commercial for 1.94 acres of property; and approve the ordinance for a
Planned Unit Developrnent rezoning property from Agricultural Estate, A2 to Mixed Low
Density Residential, R-4, subject to the findings of the staff report and the following conditions:
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June 18, 2002
Page 23
1. Approve design standards for the 1.94 acres of commercial and zoning for the POD
1. Conditions of the subdivision
2. Conditions of the Wetland and Conditional Use permit
3. Approval of the Metropolitan Council for the Land Use Amendment
Subdivision 2002-02 PUD Recommendation
The Planning Commission recommends approval of preliminary plat for Vasserman Ridge,
including 84 residential lots, 1 commercial lot, and 6 outlots as shown on plans dated June 7,2002
and subject to the findings of the staff report and the following conditions:
1. Detailed grading, drainage, tree removal and erosion control plans will be required for
each lot 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.
2. If importing or exporting material for development of the site is necessary, the applicant
will be required to supply the City with detailed haul routes and traffic control plans.
3. Each of the ponds shall be designed to National Urban Runoff Program (NURP)
standards.
4. The existing well and septic systems must be capped and/or removed in compliance with
State health codes.
5. Staff will work with the engineer to correct the drainage calculations.
6. Prior to final platting, storm sewer design data will need to be submitted for staff review.
Depending on the size of the drainage area, additional catch basins may be required at
that time. The storm sewer will have to be designed for a lO-year, 24-hour storm event.
Drainage and utility easements will need to be dedicated on the final plat over the public
storm drainage system including ponds, drainage swales, emergency overflows, access
routes for maintenance, and wetlands up to the 100-year flood level. The minimum
easement width shall be 20 feet wide. Emergency overflows from all stormwater ponds
will also be required on the construction pJans.
7. Erosion control measures and site restoration shall be developed in accordance with the
City's Best Management Practice Handbook (BMPH). Staff recommends that the City's
Type III erosion control fence, which is a heavy-duty silt fence, be used for the area
adjacent to the existing wetlands on the north, east and west grading limits of the site.
Type II silt fence shall be used in all other areas. A rock construction entrance must be
shown at the entrance drive that will be utilized during construction. In addition, wood-
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June 18,2002
Page 24
fiber blankets will be required on the steep slopes of the proposed berms and off the west
side of the "D" street cul-de-sac.
8. Utility improvements will be required to be constructed in accordance with the City's
latest edition of Standard Specifications and Detail Plates. Detailed construction plans
and specifications will be required at time of final platting. Additional manholes and/or
valves may be required at that time. The applicant will also be 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. Permits from the appropriate regulatory agencies
will be required prior to construction, including but not limited to MPCA, Department of
Health, MnDOT, Watershed District, etc.
9. The assessments for the BC-7/BC-8 project were based on the existing zoning for the site
yielding a developed total of 68 units. Since the applicant is now proposing more units
(84 + 3 units for the commercial lot) than what the property has been assessed for, the
additional 19 units (87 - 68=19) will be charged a sanitary sewer lateral connection
charge. The assessments for the Highway 5 project, based on existing zoning, yielded a
developed total of 76 units. As above, since rnore units are now being proposed than
what was assessed for (87 vs. 76), the additional 11 units will be charged a watermain
lateral connection charge. The current 2002 lateral connection charge for sanitary or
water is $4,335 per unit. Based on the current rate, the total amount due payable to the
City for the additional 30 units would be $130,050 (30 @ $4,335). In addition, each
newly created lot will be subject to City sanitary sewer and water hook up charges at the
time of building permit issuance. The 2002 trunk utility hook up charges are $1,383 per
unit for sanitary sewer and $1,802 per unit for water. Hook-up charges are for core utility
system infrastructure, i.e. wells, lift stations, water towers, etc. Connection fees are in
lieu of assessments which were absorbed by the City instead of being levied at the time of
construction. In this case, more units are proposed to be constructed than originally
anticipated.
10. The total assessment due payable to the City for the BC-8/BC-8 Trunk Utility Project is
$88,400 for sanitary sewer.
11. The total assessment due payable to the City for the Trunk Highway 5 Project is $128,744
for watermain.
12. Encroachment agreements will be required for the islands within the right-of-way.
13. The applicant shall include a draintile system behind the curbs to convey sump pump
discharge from homes not adjacent to ponds.
]4. Areas with a street grade greater than 7% must be revised to meet the criteria.
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June 18,2002
Page 25
15. All plans must be signed by a registered engineer.
16. Access to the commercial lot shall be via a shared driveway with the neighboring
commercial lot to the west. The access will be located just east of the median on West
78th Street.
17. Move the pond outlet pipe for the pond in the southwest corner of the site from beneath
the 20-foot berm.
18. Applicant shall revise landscape plan to show a minimum of 365 trees to be planted.
19. The developer shall be responsible for installing all landscape materials proposed in rear
yard areas and buffer yards.
20. Tree preservation fence shall be installed at the edge of the grading limits on Lots 29-31,
Block 1 and Lots 22-28, Block 2 prior to any construction. A conservation easement
shall be placed in the rear of Lots 22-28 of Block 2.
21. The following lots shall be custom graded: Lots 22-28, Block 2 and Lots 29-34 of Block
1. Any trees removed on Lots 29-31, Block 1 and Lots 22-28, Block 2 in excess of
proposed tree preservation plans will be replaced at a ratio of 2: 1 diameter inches.
22. All trees removed within the utility easement along the north side of the development
shall be replaced 1: 1.
23. All of the proposed house pads must have a rear yard elevation at least three feet above
the HWL of adjacent ponds.
24. On the grading plan:
a. Show the emergency overflow for the back yard areas of Block 1.
b. Show the rear yard low points for the areas without a pond or wetland.
c. Show the existing contour elevations for the neighboring property to the east a
minimum of 100 feet outside of the site.
d. Show all existing and proposed easements.
e. Show the benchmark which was used for the site survey.
25. Wetland replacement shall occur in a manner consistent with the Minnesota Wetland
Conservation Act (MR 8420). The applicant shall submit a wetland alteration permit
application. Prior to wetland impacts occurring, the applicant shall obtain City approval
of a wetland replacement plan.
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June 18,2002
Page 26
26. A wetland buffer 0 to 20 feet in width (with a minimum average of 10 feet) shan be
maintained around Basins 1,3 and the wetland mitigation areas. A wetland buffer 10 to
30 feet in width (with a minimum average of 20 feet) shan be maintained around Basin 2.
27. Wetland buffer areas shan be preserved, surveyed and staked in accordance with the City's
wetland ordinance. The appIicant shan instan wetland buffer edge signs, under the direction
of City staff, before construction begins and shan pay the City $20 per sign.
28. All structures shall maintain a 40-foot setback from the edge of the wetland buffer.
29. All proposed trails and trail easements shan be located outside of the wetland buffer area.
30. The grading and erosion control plan shan show the actual wetland buffer widths
proposed to meet the rninimum average buffer width requirements as wen as the 40-foot
wetland buffer setback.
31. Structures on Lots 11,12 and 13 of Block 2 should be designed to accommodate decks or
other accessory structures within the 60 x 70 building pad or the lots should be
reconfigured to provide more flexibility.
32. The proposed development shall maintain existing runoff rates. Storm water calculations
shall be submitted to ensure the proposed storm water pond is sized adequately for the
proposed development. On-site storm water ponding shan be sufficient to meet an City
water quality and quantity standards.
33. Drainage and utility easements shall be provided over an existing wetlands, wetland
mitigation areas, buffer areas used as PVC and storm water ponds.
34. Demolition permits must be obtained before demolishing any existing structures.
35. An on-site sewage treatment systems must be abandoned in accordance with City Code.
36. Prior to permit submittals the developer shan meet with the Inspections Division to
discuss the design and construction of the twinhomes.
37. Final grading plans and soil reports must be submitted to the Inspections Division before
building permits win be issued.
38. A 10-foot clear space must be maintained around fire hydrants, i.e., street lamps, trees,
bushes, shrubs, Qwest, Xcel Energy, 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.
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June 18,2002
Page 27
39. When fire protection, including fire apparatus access roads and water supplies for fire
protection is required to be installed, such protection shall be installed and made
serviceable prior to and during the time of construction. Pursuant to 1997 Minnesota
Uniform Fire Code Section 901-3.
40. In the cul-de-sacs with the center island "no parking" signs will be required. Contact
Chanhassen City Fire Marshal for additional information.
41. No burning permits will be issued for trees to be removed. Trees or shrubs must be either
removed frorn site or chipped.
42. Submit street names to Chanhassen Building OffiGial and Chanhassen Fire Marshal for
review and approval.
43. Submit cul-de-sac to Chanhassen City Engineer and Chanhassen Fire Marshal for review
and approval.
44. Additional fire hydrants will be required. One will be required at the intersection of "A"
Street and "B" Street; one will be required between lots 23 and 24, and an additional
hydrant will be required at the intersection of "C" Street and West 78th Street Frontage
Road
45. The applicant shall be required to build the "wetland" trail between Lots 18 and 19 and in
the rear of Lots 19,20,21,22,23,24, and 25. This trail shall be 8 feet wide and
constructed from bituminous pavement per City standard specifications. The trail shall
be connected with the existing trail, which terminates at Lot 13 of The Meadows at
LongAcres. A permanent 20-foot wide trail easement shall be described by the applicant
generally centered on the new trail and granted to the City to allow the rnaintenance and
upkeep of this pubIic trail. The applicant is eligible for reimbursement of the
construction costs of said trail, including materials and labor, but excluding engineering,
surveying, legal and all other associated costs. To be eligible for reimbursement frorn the
city's trail fund the appIicant shall submit construction plans and specifications and
construction costs to the City 45 or more days prior to the start of construction for review
and authorization. Assuming authorization to proceed is received and upon completion
of construction, the applicant shall be eligible for reimbursement. Said construction shall
be covered by warranties equal to or exceeding industry standards.
46. The City shall accept the small upland portion of Outlot F in the northwest corner of the
project as parkland dedication assuming all of Outlot F is transferred into public
ownership. The dollar amount of this credit will be calculated per City ordinance.
47. All remaining Park and Trail fees be collected per City ordinance.
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June 18, 2002
Page 28
48. All lots meet the standards of the R-4 zoning district.
Wetland Alteration Permit and Conditional Use 2002-4: Recommendation
The Planning Commission recommends approval of wetland alteration permit for alteration and
conditional use permit for development within the Bluff Creek Overlay District as shown on
plans dated June 7, 2002 and subject to the findings of the staff report and the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall install a bridge over the swale between Basins 2 and 3 to avoid
wetland impacts and enhance the aesthetics of this area.
2. Wetland replacement shall occur in a manner consistent with the Minnesota Wetland
Conservation Act (MR 8420). The applicant shall submit a wetland alteration permit
application. Prior to wetland impacts occurring, the applicant shall obtain City approval of
a wetland replacement plan.
3. A five-year wetland replacement monitoring plan shall be submitted. The plans shall
show fixed photo monitoring points for the replacement wetlands.
4. The applicant shall provide proof of recording of a Declaration of Restrictions and
Covenants for Replacement Wetland.
5. A wetland buffer 0 to 20 feet in width (with a minimum average of 10 feet) shall be
maintained around Basins 1,3 and the wetland mitigation areas. A wetland buffer 10 to
30 feet in width (with a minimum average of 20 feet) shall be maintained around Basin 2.
(Those buffers considered for Public Value Credit (PVC) under the Wetland
Conservation Act (WCA) shall maintain a minimum width of 16.5 feet.)
6. Wetland buffer areas shall be preserved, surveyed and staked in accordance with the City's
wetland ordinance. The applicant shall install wetland buffer edge signs, under the direction
of City staff, before construction begins and shall pay the City $20 per sign.
7. All proposed trails and trail easements shall be located outside of the wetland buffer area.
8. The grading and erosion control plan shall show the actual wetland buffer widths
proposed to meet the minimum average buffer width requirements as well as the 40-foot
wetland buffer setback.
9. Drainage and utility easements shall be provided over all existing wetlands, wetland
mitigation areas, buffer areas used as PVC and storm water ponds.
10. Type III silt fence shall be provided adjacent to all wetland fill areas, areas to be
preserved as buffer or, if no buffer is to be preserved, at the delineated wetland edge.
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CITY OF CHANHASSEN
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CHANHASSEN, MN 55317
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DEVELOPMENT REVIEW APPLICATION
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APPlJCANT: Lund9ren Bros. Construction
ADDRESS: 935 East WaY7ata AOIJlevard
OWNER: Same
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WaY7ata. MN ~~,q,
JELEPHONE(Daytime) (952) 249-3031
TELEPHONE:
!ill!l.- Comprehensive Plan Amendment _ Temporary Sales Permit
- Conditional Use Permit - Vacation of ROW/Easements
- Interim Use Permit - Variance
_ Non-conforming Use Permit 2L2- Wetland Alteration Permit
750 Planned Unit Development" _ Zoning Appeal
_ Rezoning ~ _ Zoning Ordinance Amendment
_ Sign Permits
_ Sign Plan Review 1.5!L- Notification Sign
- Site Plan Review" ...x.. Escrow for Filing Fees/Attorney Cost""
($50 CUP/SPRNACNARMlAP/Metes
and Bounds, $400 Minor SUB)
1..6..6.D Subdivision" TOTAL FEE $ 3.335. 00
A list of all property owners within 500 feet of the boundaries of the property must be Included with the
application.
Building material samples must be submitted with site pljY1 reviews.
"Twenty-six full size folded copies of the plans must be submitted, including an 8V2' X 11" reduced copy of
transparency for each plan sheet.
- Escrow will be required for other applications through the development contract
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PROJECT~E Dolejsi South I Gateway (To be renamed soon)
~OCATJON
1.EGALDESCRIPTION ~pp "tt"~hprl ~lIrveys
TOTAL ACREAGE 68.758 acres
WETlANDS PRESENT
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YES
NO
PRESENT ZONING A-2 Aari cu ltura 1
R-4 Mixed Low Density, Residental Dlstrlct and PUU - Plannea unll Develupment
REQUESTEDZONINGni~tri~t at Commercial Property
PRESENT lAND USE DESIGNATION Agrirllltllr.l / r;.tpway r;rnllp Home
REQUESTED LAND USE DESIGNATION New Residentia 1 Subdi vi son and Commercia 1 Component
REASONFORTHISREQUEST To obtain city approvals for a new 38 unit twinhome, 46 single family
homes privatI' park includina swimminq pool/poolhouse and 1.9440f commercial to be attached to
Pulte commercial.
This application must be completed in full and be typewritten or clearly printed 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
Department to determine the specific ordinance and procedural requirements applicable to your application.
A de1emina1ion of completeness of the application shall be made within ten business days of application submittal. A written
notice of application deficiencies shall be mailed to the applicant within ten business days of application.
"This is 10 cer1ify 1hat I 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 par1y whom
1he City should contact regarding any matter per1aining to this application. I have attached a copy of proof of ownership (either
copy of Owner's Duplicate Cer1ificate of Title, Abstract of Title or purchase agreement), or J am the authorized person to make
!his application and the fee owner has also signed this application.
1 wm keep myse~ infomed of the deadlines for submission of material and the progress of this application. I fur1her
understand 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 knowledge.
The city hereby notifies the applicant that development review cannot be completed within 60 days due to public hearing
mquirements and agency review. Therefore, the city is notifying the applicant that the city requires an automatic 60 day
€xtension for development review. Development review shall be completed within 120 days unless additional review
~extensjo~ ar~ ap~ro~ed ?f the applicant.
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,
Signature of Fee Owner
Application Received on
Date
Fee Paid
Receipt No.
The appTican1 should contact staff for a copy of the staff report which will be available on Friday prior to the meeting.
Jf .not contacted a copy of the recort will bê m~ilprl tn tho ~nn.Ii,..~nt'~ ~I"fArðil!'~
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June 10,2002
Dear Property Owner:
This letter is to notify you that the following project will be heardby the Planning
Commission on Tuesday, June 18,2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council
Chambers.
Request to rezone 68.76 acres of property zonedA-2,
Agricultural Estate to PUD, Planned Unit Development, RSF,
Residential Single Family and R-4. Residential Mixed Use,
preliminary plat to create 46 single family homes, 38 twinhomes
and 1.94 acres of commercial and a wetland alteration pemlit to
alter a wetland, and a conditional use pemlit for alteration in the
Bluff Creek Overlay District located on the north side of Hwy. 5,
and northeast of Century Boulevard, Vassemtall Ridge,
Lundgren Bros. Constructioll.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact rne at (952) 227-1139.
Sincerely,
KJ¿~
Kathryn R. Aanenson, AICP
Community Development Director
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7850 AUTUMN RIDGE AVE
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7848 AUTUMN RIDGE AVE
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263 I LONGACRES DR
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JAMES B & CAROLYN BAKERS
2613 LONGACRES DR
CHANHASSEN MN 55317
DAVID M & ELIZABETH D KUCERA
2572 SOUTHERN CT
CHANHASSEN MN 55317
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2584 SOUTHERN CT
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KELLY M & CINDY L O'NEILL
2596 SOUTHERN CT
CHANHASSEN MN 553t7
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2595 SOUTHERN CT
CHANHASSEN MN 55317
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2585 SOUTHERN CT
CHANHASSEN MN 55317
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2575 SOUTHERN CT
CHANHASSEN MN 55317
NICHOLAS H STILLINGS &
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2670 LONGACRES DR
CHANHASSEN MN 55317
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7320 HILLSDALE CT
CHANHASSEN MN 55317
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C/O LUNDGREN BROS CONST INC
935 WAYZATA BLVD E
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935 WAYZATA BLVDE
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MA lTHEW D & KIMBERLY HALLER
7400 MOCCASIN TRL
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7406 MOCASSIN TRL
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7414 MOCCASIN TRL
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7434 MOCCASIN TRL
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CHANHASSEN PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
TUESDAY, JUNE 4,2002 AT 7:00 P.M.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7700 MARKET BLVD.
APPLICANT: Lundgren Bros. Construction
PROPOSAL: Vasserman Ridge PUD
LOCATION: North Side of Hwy. 5, NE of
Century Blvd.
NOTICE: You are invited to attend a public hearing about a proposal in your area. The applicant, Lundgren Bros.
Construction, is requesting to rezone 68.76 acres of property zoned A-2, Agricultural Estate to PUD,
Planned Unit Development, RSF, Residential Single Family and R-4, Residential Mixed Use, preliminary
plat to create 46 single family homes, 38 twin homes and 1.94 acres of commercial and a wetland alteration
permit to alter a wetland, and ~ conditional use permit for alteration in the Bluff Creek Overlay District located
on the north side of Hwy. 5, and northeast of Century Boulevard, Vasserman Ridge.
What Happens at the Meeting: The purpose of this public hearing is to inform you about the applicant's
request and to obtain input from the neighborhood about this project. During the meeting, the Chair will lead
the public hearing through the following steps:
1. Staff will give an overview of the proposed project.
2. The applicant will present plans on the project.
3. Comments are received from the public.
4. Public hearing is closed and the Commission discusses the project.
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 Kate at 227-1139. 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 May 23, 2002.
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1 LONGACRES DR
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2595 SOUTHERN CT
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2585 SOUTHERN CT
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Wayzata, Minnesota 55391
www.lundgrenbros_com
BUilder Licerlsc No 0001413
April 30, 2002
To: All Neighbors with-in 500 feet of new proposed Lundgren Subdivision and any other
interested parties.
From: Mike Burton, Land Development Project Manager. Lundgren Bros. Construction
Re: Neighborhood Meeting for Dolejsi South/Gateway New Subdivision
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We are pleased to announce that Lundgren Bros. Construction has an option to acquire
the Gateway Group Home and is making plans to incorporate this property into our
proposed residential subdivision on Outlot K, the property immediately south of Long
Acres.
It is our desire to ptace 46 single family homes adjacent to Long Acres and 38 high end
Twin Homes near Highway 5. We are planning on a three phase development. It is OUf
goal to construct Phase I consisting of20 of the twin homes and the H.O.A. Park this
summer/fall 2002. It is our desire that Gateway vacate their facility during spring/early
summer 2003, thereby allowing us to commence demolition of all Gateway buildings and
construction of the subdivision on the site as part of Phase II. The flnat phase would be
built in 2004, will consist of the remaining single family homes. [have enclosed a copy
of the concept plan for this subdivision as yet unnamed. This new community will not be
affitiated with the Long Acres Homeowners Associations.
We hereby invite you to attend a Neighborhood [nformationat Meeting to be held on
Wednesday May 22, 2002 at 7:00 P.M. This meeting will take place at the Chanhassen
Recreation Center located at 2310 Coulter Drive in Chanhassen. [fyou have any
questions you may telephone me directly at 952-249-303 t. [look forward to meeting
with you!
Sincerely, -:R. ~
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Lundgren Bros. Construction
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Residential Development
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TRAFFIC NOISE ASSESSMENT
Prepared for
Lundgren Brothers
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David Braslau Associates, Inc.
20 May 2002
Doliesi South Property
Traffic Noise Assessment
Table of Contents
1.0 INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................1
2.0 TRAFFIC COUNTS AND ASSUMED FUTURE TRAFFIC LEVELS.......................4
3.0 STAMINA NOISE MODEL ASSUMPTIONS AND PREDICTIONS......................... 5
3.1. Geometry and Receptor Site Assumptions ...................................................................... 5
3.2. Traffic Assumptions........................................................................................................ 5
3.3. Traffic Noise Predictions ......... .................................. ....... ...... ....................:....................5
4.0 COMARISON OF LEVELS WITH STATE NOISE STA;\O'DARDS............................8
5.0 SUMMARY OF FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS .....................................................9
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List of Figures
Figure 1.1 Location of the Doljesi South Property ...................................................................2
Figure 1.2 Proposed Home Layout and Grading Plan .............................................................3
Figure 3.1 Predicted L10 Traffic Noise Levels..........................................................................6
Figure 3.2 Predicted LSO Traffic Noise Levels.......................................................................... 7
List of Tables
Table 1.1 Minnesota Noise Standards.......................................................................................1
Table 2.1 Assumed Traffic Volumes - PM Peak Hour - 2010 ................................................4
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Traffic Noise Assessment
1.0 INTRODUCTION
The objectives ofthe study described in this report were to establish anticipated traffic noise
levels within the proposed residential development and to recommend measures to ensure that all
of the residences were at or below state noise standards.
The Doljesi South property is located in the City of Chanhassen north of TH 5 approximately 2
miles west of downtown Chanhassen as shown in Figure 1.1.
The study relies upon traffic volumes obtained from the Minnesota Department of Transportation
for the year 2000 and estimated for the year 2020. These volumes were adjusted to the year 2010
assuming continuous growth throughout the 20 year period.
The study compares predicted traffic noise levels with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
noise standards, which are summarized in Table 1.1. Minnesota rules (7030.0040) contain noise
standards for different classifications of receiving land use. L I 0 is the sound level exceeded for
10% or 6 minutes of an hour. L50 is the sound level exceeded 50% or 30 minutes of an hour.
Table 1.1
Minnesota Noise Standards
Daytime Nighttime
NAC General Description (7:00 am to 10:00 pm) (l0:00 pm to 7:00 am)
LIO L50 LIO L50
I Residential 65 60 55 50
2 Commercial 70 65 70 65
3 Industrial 80 75 80 75
NAC - Noise Area Classification (defined in 7030.0050)
This study demonstrates that the layout and grading plan shown in Figure 1.2 provides adequate
shielding of the homes at ground level, where outdoor activity is likely to occur, to comply with
the state daytime noise standards. The report also discusses appropriate noise attenuation from
construction to permit the exception provisions of the Minnesota rules to be applied to the homes
for compliance with the nighttime noise standards which do not include any outdoor uses.
Section 2.0 of this report discusses MnDOT traffic counts on TH 5 and how these volumes have
been adjusted for use in this study.
Section 3.0 of this report describes the STAMINA noise model assumptions and the predicted
noise levels for expected peak period traffic along TH 5.
Section 4.0 of this report compares predicted traffic noise levels with the State of Minnesota
noise standards and demonstrates compliance with the state daytime residential noise standards.
A discussion of construction needed to enable the exception provisions of Minnesota rules to be
applied to the nighttime noise levels is included.
Section 5.0 presents a short summary of findings and conclusions.
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2.0 TRAFFIC COUNTS AND ASSUMED FUTURE TRAFFIC LEVELS
Average daily traffic volumes were obtained from MnDOT for the years 2000 (counts) and 2020
(forecast). These were adjusted to the interim year 2010 which is assumed to represent the worst
case year due to improved technology in the future. The difference in volume between 2010 and
2020 will also have little impact on overall traffic noise levels. A peak hour volume of 10% of
daily volume and a 60/40 split assumed for the afternoon peak hour, with westbound traffic 60%
and eastbound traffic 40%.
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3.1. Geometry and Receptor Site Assumptions
The proposed layout and grading plan shown in Figure 1.2 has been used here to estimate future
sound levels. This layout is the result of an earlier analysis on a preliminary plan where some
general concepts for grading and shielding of homes was recommended. In addition to shielding
from the berms shown in Figure 1.2, a GM Barrier between the eastbound and westbound
roadways is assumed that also provides some shielding of tire noise in the eastbound lanes.
Representative home sites within 600 feet of the TH S centerline have been selected for analysis.
The numbers shown in Figure 1.2 refer to lot numbers except for the receptors E I and E3 which
represent lots I and 3 in the easterly-most block on the property.
3.2. Traffic Assumptions
The traffic volumes and vehicle mix shown above in Table 2.1 have been used for the analysis.
A traffic speed of 60 mph has been assumed for all time periods. No grade and normal pavement
texture have been assumed along this segment of roadway.
3.3. Traffic Noise Predictions
The resulting peak hour traffic noise predictions are shown in Figure 3.1 (LIO levels) and in
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4.0 COMARlSON OF LEVELS WITH STATE NOISE STANDARDS
As can be seen in Figure 3.1, the LlO levels are generally 2 to 3 dBA below the daytime
L 1 0 65 dBA noise standard. However, any increase in heavy vehicle traffic could cause
some increase in this level.
In Figure 3.2, it can be seen that the L50 60 dBA standard is just rnet at the homes closest
to the highway, while sorne of the homes further from the roadway are predicted to have
slightly lower levels. However, to ensure that the L50 level at Site 01 does not exceed 60
dBA, an extension of 100 feet to the east of the peak of the longest berm is recommended as
shown in Figure 1.2.
While detailed information is not available to establish traffic volumes during the most critical
"nighttime" hour (6 to 7 am), it can normally be assumed that this is approximately 60% of the
PM Peak Hour traffic. With the heavier volume on the eastbound lane, noise levels are expected
to be approximately 5 dBA over the nighttime (10 pm to 7 am) standards.
However, because of the exception provisions contained in the Minnesota noise rules,
appropriate construction and operation can permit the daytime standards to govern
placement of these homes. The following exceptions are provided under Minnesota Rule
7030.0050:
Subp.3. Exceptions. The noise area classification for a land use may be changed in the
following ways if the applicable conditions are met.
B. The standards for a building in a noise area classification 2 shall be applied to a
building in a noise area classification I if the following conditions are met:
(I) the building is constructed in such a way that the exterior to interior sound level
attenuation is at least 30 dB(A);
(2) the building has year-round climate control; and
(3) the building has no areas or accommodations that are intended for outdoor
activities.
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65 during both daytime and nighttime periods. Because of improved home construction
techniques, the first two conditions will generally be met for new homes. While the home may
have areas intended for outdoor use during daytime hours, these are generally not intended for
outdoor use between 10:00 pm and 7:00 am. Therefore, under normal circumstances, the higher
noise standards (LlO 70 and L50 65) are applicable for this time period and under this exception,
no exceedances of the state noise standards are anticipated.
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5.0 SUMMARY OF FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS
Traffic noise levels have been estimated at the selected home sites within the Doljesi South
Property in Chanhassen, Minnesota. Average Daily traffic volumes obtained from the Minnesota
Department of Transportation have been used to develop future traffic volumes in the year 20 IO
during the PM Peak Hour, which normally represents the highest traffic noise period during the
day. Traffic noise levels have been predicted using the STAMINA 2.0 highway noise model,
taking into account shielding provided by earth berms incorporated into the grading plan.
An analysis of traffic noise levels was performed for a preliminary site and grading plan which
led to the revisions as shown in Figure 1.2. An analysis of traffic noise levels for the
representative home sites identified in Figure 1.2 indicates that these sites will be in compliance
with the Minnesota state noise standards during the PM Peak Hour.
While predicted traffic noise levels are likely to be higher than the residential nighttime noise
standards, a exception in the Minnesota rules permits the noise standards for commercial land
uses to be applied when home construction meets the requirements of these rules.
Therefore, based upon the analysis performed in this study, predicted traffic noise levels will be
at or lower than levels contained in the state noise standards for residential land uses.
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Calculated by Kevin G. Norby & Associates, Inc.
June 12,2002
Tree Reolacement
Based on Schoell and Madson's calculations, 307 - 2 Y:!' trees are required on the site.
Some of these trees may be used to satisfy the City's Front Yard Tree Requirement of 1- 2 Y:!'
tree per lot. Per the City's recommendation, 20% of the trees will be coniferous.
Deciduous Trees @ 2 Y." = 178
Coniferous Trees @ 8' = 45
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Front Yard Trees (see above)
There are 46 single-family lots and 38 twin home lots for a total of84 front yard trees.
Buffervard Trees
The area between the south lots and West 78th Street has a buffer requirement of
Bufferyard "B". The length of the bufferyard is 1900 In.ft.. Of this length, 1700 In.ft. contain a
berm (greater than 3' in height) and the remaining 200 In.ft. do not have a berm over 3'. The
v.idth of the bufferyard is 30'. The plant requirements are as follows:
1700 In.ft. with berm Calculations based on 100' increments (I 7), a 30' wide
bufferyard and the reduction of understory trees and shrubs by 50%.
(Numbers are rounded up.)
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200 In.ft. without a berm Calculations based on 100' increments (2), a 30' wide
bufferyard. (Numbers are rounded up.)
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6 shrubs x .4 = 3
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Therefore, the plant materials total for the Bufferyard are:
Canopy Trees = 19
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RECEIVED
JUN 1 3 2002
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
June 11,2002
Mr. Robert Generous, Senior Planner
City of Chanhassen
690 City Center Drive
Post Office Box 147
Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317
Subject:
Vassennan Ridge--MnlDOT Review #P02-064
Northeast Quadrant of Trunk Highway 5 and Century Boulevard
Chanhassen, Carver County
Control Section 1002
Dear Mr. Generous:
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) has reviewed the above referenced plat
in compliance with Minnesota Statute 505.03, subdivision 2, Plats. Before any further
development, please address the following issues:
· For your infonnation, the location of the westerly access may create safety problems due to
the horizontal curve to the west and the elevation of the land on the south side of the street to
the west of the access. The location of this access should be studied to see if there is a better
access solution. If you have any questions regarding this infonnation, please contact Lars
Impola (651-634-2379) in MnlDOT's Traffic section.
· The right of way lines for Trunk Highway 5 are not correct. As shown, the right of way lines
do not reflect the most current construction. The right of way should be shown and labeled
according to plat 10-16, using three-dash symbology. If you have any questions regarding this
infonnation, please contact John Isackson (651-582-1273) in Mn/DOT's Right of Ways
section. Please send one copy of the final plat to the following address for our files:
Bruce Wetherbee
Mn/DOT - Metro West Surveys
2055 N. Lilac Drive
Golden Valley, MN 55422
Phone: (763) 797-3110
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The proposed development will need to maintain existing drainage rates (i.e., the rate at
which stonn water is discharged /Tom the site must not increase). The proposed QIO, Q50,
and Q I 00 must match existing conditions. The City or project developer will need to submit
for review before/after hydraulic computations for both 10 and 100 year rainfall events
verifying that all existing drainage patterns and systems affecting Mn/DOT right of way will
be perpetuated. For your infonnation, Schoell and Mason has been provided with
computations used for the sizing of the inlet tie into the stonn sewer for the basis of the pond
routing. Please direct questions concerning these issues to Patrick McLarron (651-634-2400)
of Mn/DOT's Water Resources section.
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Any use of or work within MnlDOT right of way requires a permit. Access permits will be
required for access to West 78th Street. A drainage permit will also be required. Please direct
questions regarding permit applications to Keith VanWagner (651-582-1443) of MnlDOT's
Permits section.
.
As a reminder, West 78'h Street is proposed City of Chanhassen Municipal State Aid Route
113. Any work on a MSA route must meet State Aid rules and policies. Also, the City must
review any changes to its Municipal State Aid system so that they stay within its system
limitations. You may obtain additional information regarding State Aid rules and policies in
any of the following ways:
;¡. httD://www.dot.statc.l11n.us/statcaid/ shows or has links to the applicable forms and the
MnlDOT State Aid Manual.
;¡. Refer to the MnlDOT State Aid Manual, Chapter 5-892.200 for information regarding
standards and policies.
;- Please go to httlJ://www.revisor.le~.state.l11n.us/artlk;882()1 for information regarding
State Aid Operations Rules Chapter 8820.
>- For driveway standards, the designer is directed to refer to the Mn/DOT Road Design
Manual (English) Table 5-3.04A and Figure 5-3.04A for guidance and policies.
Driveway widths, other than those recommended, up to 50 feet will be permitted only by
special permission of the Commissioner of Transportation or designee.
Please contact Jim Deeny in our State Aid section at (651) 582-1389 with any additional
questions.
.
Mn/DOT's policy is to assist local governments in promoting compatibility between land use
and highways. Residential uses located adjacent to highways often result in complaints about
traffic noise. Traffic noise from this highway could exceed noise standards established by the
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development, and the U.S. Department of Transportation. Minnesota Rule 7030.0030 states
that municipalities are responsible for taking all reasonable measures to prevent land use
activities listed in the MPCA's Noise Area Classification (NAC) where the establishment of
the land use would result in violations of established noise standards.
Mn/DOT policy regarding development adjacent to existing highways prohibits the
expenditure of highway funds for noise mitigation measures in such areas. The project
proposer should assess the noise situation and take the action deemed necessary to minimize
the impact of any highway noise. If you have any questions regarding Mn/DOT's noise
policy please contact Peter Wasko in our Design section at (651) 582-1293.
Please address all future correspondence for development activity such as plats, site plans,
environmental reviews, and comprehensive plan amendments to:
Paul Czech
MnlDOT ' Metro Division
Waters Edge
1500 West County Road B-2
Roseville, Minnesota 55113
MnlDOT document submittal guidelines require three (3) complete copies of plats and two (2)
copies of other review documents including site plans. Failure to provide three (3) copies of a
plat and/or two (2) copies of other review documents will make a submittal incomplete and delay
Mn/DOT's rcview and response to development proposals. We appreciate your anticipated
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cooperation in providing the necessary number of copies, as this will prevent us ITom having to
delay and/or return incomplete submittals.
Feel free to contact me at (651) 582-1378 if you should have any questions.
cc: John Freemyer, Carver County Surveyor
Roger Gustafson, Carver County Engineer
Ann Braden, Metropolitan Council
Lundgren Brothers Construction
Ken Adolf, Schoell & Madson
MnlDOT Division File C.S. 1004
MnlDOT LGL - Chanhassen
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