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CHANHASSEN PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
FEBRUARY 17, 2015
Chairman Aller called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Andrew Aller, Mark Undestad, Lisa Hokkanen, Kim Tennyson,
Maryam Yusuf, and Steve Weick
STAFF PRESENT:
Kate Aanenson, Community Development Director; Alyson Fauske,
Assistant City Engineer; Bob Generous, Senior Planner; and Sharmeen Al-Jaff, Senior Planner
PUBLIC PRESENT:
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Darren Lazan 105 50 Avenue No, #513, Minneapolis
Rod Franks 1675 Hemlock Way
Yuching & Erin Wong 1674 Hemlock Way
Stephen Silverman 18519 Pathfinder Drive, Eden Prairie
P.J. Degane Reflections Road
Johnathan Shamla 1691 Mayapple Pass
Becky Fluegge 1671 Mayapple Pass
Charles Gust 1941 Commonwealth Pass
Toby Collador 1833 Cottongrass Court
Sylvia Deyoung 9220 Allendale Lane
Andy Kim 9070 Degler Circle
Brad Sundstrom 1808 Marigold Court
Zhexin Zhang 1455 Bethesda Circle
John Gilbert 1641 Jeurissen Lane
Jeff Franz 8950 Sunset Trail
PUBLIC HEARING:
REGIONAL LIFESTYLE CENTER, PLANNING CASE 2015-05: REQUEST FOR A
CONCEPT PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) TO INCLUDE RESIDENTIAL,
COMMERCIAL AND OFFICE USES ON TWO PARCELS TOTALING 78 ACRES
ZONED AGRICULTURAL ESTATE (A2) WITH A LAND USE DESIGNATION OF
REGIONAL COMMERCIAL OR OFFICE USE. PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LYMAN AND POWERS BOULEVARDS. APPLICANT:
LEVEL 7 DEVELOPMENT, LLC.
Chairman Aller outlined the process for reviewing a Concept Planned Unit Development. Kate
Aanenson presented the staff report on this item. Alyson Fauske addressed issues pertaining to
water resources. Speaking on behalf of Level 7 Development, Darren Lazan with Landform
Professional Services reviewed the work that’s been done to date and explained that they are
looking for resident and commission feedback to proceed forward with updating the AUAR.
After thanking the applicant for holding open houses for residents, Chairman Aller asked if
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feedback gained from those open houses will be shared with city staff. Commissioner Undestad
asked for an explanation on why the 40 acre parcel has dropped off of the application.
Commissioner Weick asked for clarification of the term anchor. After asking for clarification of
what defines a big box, Chairman Aller opened the meeting for public comments. Stephen
Silverman, 18519 Pathfinder Drive, Eden Prairie voiced his support and explained that there
aren’t many options in the Twin Cities like what is being proposed in this concept. P.J. Degane,
Reflections Road stated this would be a great amenity to have in Chanhassen especially with the
easy access off of Highway 212, and liked the conservation area acting as a buffer to the
residential neighborhood. Joseph Shamla, 1691 Mayapple Pass expressed concern with the
amount of cut through traffic that’s going to be using Bluff Creek Drive to get to this mall
because residents in the Pioneer Pass neighborhood need to cross Bluff Creek to go to their park.
Becky Fluegge, 1671 Mayapple Pass stated that she is a proponent of this concept because they
moved out here for not only the small town feel but to be a part of an up and coming suburb.
She echoed Mr. Shamla’s safety concerns. Charles Gust, 1941 Commonwealth Boulevard
expressed concern with bringing in competition to existing businesses. Toby Collador, 1833
Cottongrass Court voiced support for bringing additional retail to the 212 area in Chanhassen and
illustrated safety concerns with increased traffic on Bluff Creek Drive. Sylvia Deyoung, 9220
Allendale Lane explained that when she and her husband moved back to the Twin Cities from
San Francisco 5 years ago, why they chose Chanhassen and that she would welcome something
that would be convenient for her family to walk to but expressed concern with traffic, safety, and
increased crime associated with this type of development. Andy Kim, 9070 Degler Circle asked
that the commission and council take the time to read all the emails that have been sent and keep
the citizens in mind while reviewing this proposal. Brad Sundstrom, 1808 Marigold Court
voiced his support for what’s being proposed with this lifestyle center. John Gilbert, 1641
Jeurissen Lane stated he was aware of the development plans when he built his home and
supports the planned unit development, but has concerns with the survey, AUAR, and questioned
the economic impacts. Jeff Franz, 8950 Sunset Trail expressed safety concerns with Lyman
Boulevard, especially when school is in session and does not see where he is benefiting from this
development. Zhexin Zhang, 1455 Bethesda Circle expressed safety concerns with Bluff Creek
Boulevard, the proposed high density residential area, and the possibility of a hotel going in.
Rod Franks, 1675 Hemlock Way voiced concern with replicating services already provided in
downtown Chanhassen. Chairman Aller closed the public hearing. Darren Lazan addressed the
issues of permitted uses, traffic concerns and including the 40 acre parcel in the AUAR process.
Commissioners Undestad, Weick and Chairman Aller provided comments on what they expect
from the developers in proceeding with the process.
Hokkanen moved, Yusuf seconded that the Chanhassen Planning Commission provides the
City Council with comments and feedback on the Concept Planned Unit Development
along with the following staff comments:
1. If the Planning Commission supports the concept plan, the Regional Commercial Zoning
District shall be followed.
2. To receive Regional Commercial zoning, the ordinance requires that the property be
under one owner and be developed under a Planned Unit Development. The developer is
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required to demonstrate that they are meeting the vision of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan
as well as the intent of the zoning district.
3. The AUAR will need to be updated for the entire 118 acre site.
4. As part of the AUAR update the developer shall provide a full Traffic Impact Analysis
(TIA) based on the proposed land uses. The study shall include the following:
Updated current and 20 year projected traffic volumes
Analysis of turning movements
Level of service analysis, including recommendations for improvements should
the projected level of service fall below the acceptable level
Analysis of existing and proposed turn lanes to the development and
recommendations for stacking lengths
5. Landscaping requirements shall be as follows:
In Commercial/Office areas:
Parking lot landscaping requirements
Bufferyard landscape requirements
Foundation plantings
Boulevard trees along public streets
In Residential areas:
Tree Preservation/Canopy Coverage requirements
Bufferyard requirements
Foundation plantings
Boulevard trees along public streets
In the Bluff Creek Overlay District:
Entire wooded area in southwest corner within Primary Corridor therefore should
be identified for preservation
6. Future right-of-way needs for Lyman and Powers Boulevards will need to be addressed,
especially in the areas of the intersections.
7. Walk and trail locations need to be determined and accommodated along the roadways,
adequate right-of-way or easements need to be preserved.
8. Utilities will need to be addressed during design.
9. A park dedication requirement either in the form of land dedication or the payment of
park fees, or a combination of both will be a component of any agreed upon conditions of
approval for the proposal. Park fee credit is not granted for the inclusion and/or
construction of private recreation amenities.
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10. All proposed structures and spaced within the PUD need to be connected by a
combination of pedestrian walkways, sidewalks and trail to these existing pedestrian trail
corridors. Existing trail improvements include the Lyman Boulevard Trail, the Powers
Boulevard trails and the Bluff Creek Boulevard trails. Consideration should be given to
providing a pedestrian connection through the preserved woodlands to the Camden Ridge
development via Miranda Way.
11. The buildings are required to have automatic fire extinguishing systems.
12. Building plans must be prepared and signed by design professionals licensed in the State
of Minnesota.
13. Soil evaluation (geo-technical) report required.
14. Retaining walls over four feet high must be designed by a professional engineer and a
permit must be obtained prior to construction.
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 6 to 0.
Chairman Aller called a recess at this point in the meeting.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Commissioner Weick noted the verbatim and summary Minutes
of the Planning Commission meeting dated February 3, 2015 as presented.
ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS.
Kate Aanenson provided updates on action taken
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by the City Council at their February 9 meeting, thanked Commissioner Tennyson who
announced she was resigning from the Planning Commission, and outlined the schedule for
upcoming meetings.
Undestad moved, Yusuf seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and the
motion carried unanimously with a vote of 6 to 0. The Planning Commission meeting was
adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
Submitted by Kate Aanenson
Community Development Director
Prepared by Nann Opheim
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