PC Staff Report 09-20-2016PROPOSED MOTION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt the following motions:
"The Chanhassen Planning Commission recommends that the City Council approve the
rezoning of Lot 11 Block 1 Chanhassen Lakes Business Park from IOP to PUD and
adoption of the attached PUD Ordinance and Finding of Fact."
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
The applicant Bremer Trust National Association, the Special Administrator of the Estate of
Prince Rogers Nelson has formed Paisley Park Facility, LLC to operate a museum at Paisley
Park. They are requesting a rezoning to Planned Unit Development (PUD) to allow a museum as
a permitted use in the zoning district.
LOCATION: 7801 Audubon Road (Lot 11, Block 1, Chanhassen Lakes Business Park)
APPLICANT: PRN Music Corporation
1100 West St. Germain Street
St. Cloud, MN 55447-4443
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PRESENT ZONING: Industrial Office Park (IOP)
2030 LAND USE PLAN: Office Industrial
ACREAGE: approximately 9 acres
LEVEL OF CITY DISCRETION IN DECISION MAKING:
The city has a relatively high level of discretion in approving or denying a rezoning because the
city is acting in its legislative or policy making capacity. A PUD must be consistent with the
city's Comprehensive Plan.
PROPOSAL/SUMMARY
The site is currently zoned Industrial Office Park (IOP). A museum is not a permitted use in this
district. A museum is permitted in the Office Institutional District zoning district however, this
district would not permit other uses that are currently contained or proposed at Paisley Park
including the recording studios, special events or boutique hotel. By rezoning the property to
PUD the city can set the standards for use of the property. The staff is recommending rezoning
the site to PUD with the IOP as the underlying district except as amended.
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APPLICABLE REGULATIONS
Chapter 20
Article VIII, Planned Unit Development District
IOP District Standards
EXISTING CONDITIONS
The site is bordered by TH 5 on the north, Audubon Road on the west, the city's public works on
the south, and wetland with a stream running through it on the east. Access to the site is gained via
two drives off of Audubon Road. Paisley Park was built in 1986 as a recording studio. The 9 -
acre site contains an existing building with a footprint of 46,150 square feet.
Location Map
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1986 Site plan
BACKGROUND
Paisley Park Facility has entered into an Exhibition Operating Agreement with PPARK
Management, LLC, a subsidiary of Graceland Holdings, LLC to operate the Exhibition. The
operations of the museum based on the Business Plan include:
• No exterior construction other than relating to the parking lot and perimeter fencing.
• Plan to be open October 61.
• Hours of operation will be from 9 am to 9 pm on weekdays and 9 am to midnight on the
weekends (hours will vary depending on ticket sales).
• Tickets will only be sold on line and cannot be purchased at the site.
• Tours will be in 10 -minute increments and each tour would have 25-30 guests.
• Anticipate a total of 1500 to 2000 guest a day on the peak days.
• Intended to have internal circulation to check in guest on the premises.
• The museum will have 24/7 security.
• Food and beverage will be sold at the conclusion of the tour. There will be a tent located
near the kitchen for guests to sit and eat.
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• No alcoholic beverages will be sold or permitted on the property.
• There will be merchandise for sale.
• The recording studio will be used for special sessions.
• There will be no events held outside Paisley Park Museum.
• Concerts will continue in the performance hall. These events could be up to 1500 people
and will be coordinated to ensure they don't conflict with the museum tours.
• In the future, the round building may be developed into a boutique hotel.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The 2030 Land Use Plan has this property guided Office Industrial. The proposed zoning is
consistent with this land use.
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT INTENT
Sec. 20-501. Intent.
"Planned unit developments offer enhanced flexibility to develop a site through the relaxation of
most normal zoning district standards. The use of the PUD zoning also allows for a greater
variety of uses, internal transfer of density, construction phasing and a potential for lower
development costs. In exchange for this enhanced flexibility, the city has the expectation that the
development plan will result in a significantly higher quality and more sensitive proposal than
would have been the case with the other, more standard zoning districts. It will be the applicant's
responsibility to demonstrate that the city's expectations are to be realized as evaluated against
the following criteria. Planned unit developments are to encourage the following:
Preservation of desirable site characteristics and open space and protection of sensitive
environmental features, including steep slopes, mature trees, creeks, wetlands, lakes and
scenic views.
Analvsis: The changes to exterior of the site include additional parking and more
capacity for storm water.
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.
Analvsis: Not applicable to this proposal.
3. High quality design and design compatibility with surrounding land uses, including both
existing and planned. Site planning, landscaping and building architecture should reflect
higher quality design than is found elsewhere in the community.
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Analvsis: The building's architecture is unique. No changes to the exterior are planned.
4. Sensitive development in transitional areas located between different land uses and along
significant corridors within the city will be encouraged.
Analvsis: Not applicable to this proposal.
5. Development which is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
Analvsis: The subject site is guided Office Industrial. The development is consistent
with the comprehensive plan for industrial use.
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.
Analvsis: Not applicable to this proposal.
7. Provision of housing affordable to all income groups if appropriate with the PUD.
Analvsis: Not applicable to this proposal.
8. Energy conservation through the use of more efficient building designs and siting and the
clustering of buildings and land uses.
Analvsis: Not applicable to this proposal.
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.
Analysis: A detailed traffic and parking study was prepared by SRF. Based on this
study, staff has provided a detailed analysis of the traffic level of service and parking
scenarios. Implementation of these options shall reduce the potential for conflicts.
SITE PLAN REVIEW
City staff will administratively review improvements to the site including parking lot expansion
and new perimeter fencing. Sec. 20-108 of the city code permits administrative review of
changes to a site plan. If the changes are less than ten percent of its gross floor area, provided
that there is no variance involved and also provided that the community development director
has conducted an administrative review pursuant to site plans standards.
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The intention of the operator is to install a new perimeter fence. The fence may be opaque and
will limit visibility of the building. In addition, it will discourage things from being attached on
the fence. The fence will be required to follow the city fencing ordinances.
A tent is proposed in the northwest side of the building. Per the building code, a tent is a
temporary structure and shall not be erected for more than 120 days in a 12 -month period. This
tent must comply with building and fire code requirements.
Sales, including merchandise, food and non-alcoholic beverages shall be limited and comply
with the city code that states "Retail sales of products stored or manufactured on the site
provided no more than 20 percent of the floor space is used for retail sales."
ENGINEERING COMMENTS
Gradin¢
The submittal did not contain a grading plan. Prior to any site disturbance a grading plan must
be submitted for review and approval.
Utilities
The site is currently served by municipal sanitary sewer and water; upgrades to these facilities
are not required at this time. The applicant shall submit the proposal to the Metropolitan Council
Environmental Services division (MCES) for a new Sanitary Access Charge (SAC) unit
determination. If the MCES determines that the conversion to a museum results in additional
SAC units, City SAC and Water Access Charges (WAC) and the MCES SAC charges must be
paid.
Future surface improvements such as driveway and parking lot expansion will require storm
system improvements such as storm sewer installation and best management practices as
required by the city and the watershed district.
Traffic
The property is located in the southeast corner of Trunk Highway 5 and Audubon Road.
Highway 5 is classified as an arterial roadway and is under the jurisdiction of the Minnesota
Department of Transportation (MNDOT). Approval of the PUD and Site Plan are subject to
MNDOT's conditions.
Audubon Road, a two-lane major collector is identified as an "Important Transportation Facility"
in the City's 2030 Comprehensive Plan, which states:
This route connects TH 5, a major arterial, to Lyman Boulevard, another major arterial
road. This route, in conjunction with Lyman Boulevard and Audubon Road south
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(CSAR 15), provides extended north -south transportation between communities.
Audubon Road serves both residential and industrial development.
A traffic study by SRF Consulting Group, Inc. was commissioned to evaluate the following:
• Review existing operations of the study area,
• Evaluate traffic impacts of the proposed development,
• Evaluate the parking impacts of the proposed development,
• Review the proposed access to the development,
• Evaluate the site circulation and overall site operations, and
• Recommend any necessary improvements to accommodate the proposed development.
A copy of the study is attached to this report.
The traffic study estimates that the site will generate 4,000 trips per day based on the proposed
tour size and schedule (65 guest/tour with a tour beginning every 10 minutes). The study
estimates approximately 312 peak hour trips, meaning during the busiest hour on the adjacent
routes, the proposed development would see 156 trips into the site and 156 trips out of the site.
The existing and projected 2016 average daily traffic (ADT) volume is shown on Figure 1. As
noted in Figure 1 the traffic on Audubon Road is estimated to be 7,800 ADT. As a comparison
the 2015 ADT was 7,500 on West 78' Street between Great Plains Boulevard and Highway 101,
a two-lane major collector roadway.
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Tours will operate from 9 am to 9 pm every day except for Thanksgiving Day and Christmas
Day. The traffic study analyzed two peak trip generation scenarios: the PM weekday peak (4:30
pm to 5:30 pm) and the Saturday midday peak (11:45 am to 12:45 pm). The AM weekday peak
was not analyzed as it does not correspond to the operating hours of Paisley Park.
Supplemental traffic counts were taken on Audubon Road during the Saturday, September 3,
2016 Auto Motorplex event as the facility hosts a monthly event on a Saturday morning between
8 and 11. The Saturday event conditions were not reviewed as there would be limited impact on
the system.
The study observed the existing and projected the proposed traffic operations of the intersection
of Audubon Road at Highway 5, Coulter Boulevard and Park Place. The existing and projected
Level of Service (LOS, an indication of the quality of traffic flow) through each intersection was
identified. The LOS designations range from A to F, with "A" representing an average delay
less than 10 seconds/vehicle and "F" representing a delay greater than 50 seconds/vehicle
(unsignalized intersection) or 80 seconds/vehicle (signalized intersection).
The graphics below show the existing and anticipated traffic volumes and levels of service at the
Audubon Road intersections at Highway 5 and the northern access; information on the McGlynn
Drive, Coulter Boulevard and Park Road intersections can be found in the traffic study. The
analysis assumed no improvements to the roadway system, guests would access Paisley Park
from the northern access, and employees of Paisley Park would use the southern access.
Existing:
Forecasted:
Figure 2. Existing and forecasted conditions at Highway 5
(weekday PM peak volume/Saturday midday peak volume)
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Level of Service
Forveasted:
Figure 3. Forecasted conditions at the northern access to Paisley Park
(weekday PM peak volume/Saturday midday peak volume)
The study results identify the followin ueues under the forecasted conditions:
Narthhound Audubon Road
traffic queues extend bey3nd
the northei'rk access to Pa#gcy
Guests travelling
southbound on Audubon a
Ok
load ( tu�ping Icft into r
the nor%rn access will �
queue in Ta 1lighway 5
during the weekday PM
Figure 4. Forecasted queuing assuming no improvements to the system.
These queues would be a safety concern and would reduce the level of service at the Highway
5/Audubon Road intersection. Altering the timing of signal at the intersection would not remedy
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the situation due to the proximity of the northern access to Highway 5. This access lies 100 feet
south of Highway 5; per Figure 7-12 of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan the access should be a
minimum of 220 feet south of Highway 5.
The study presents two options to address the queuing:
Figure 5. Option 1: Relocate the northern entrance a minimum of 100' south of the
current location
Figure 6. Option 2: Utilize the southern entrance as the main access to the site; close or
limit the northern entrance to a partial access
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The study indicates that Option 2 would result in the best traffic operations. Table 1 summarizes
the current and projected levels of service of the affected intersections assuming:
• Implementation of Option 2,
• Traffic signal timing optimization at the Highway 5 intersection, and
• Restriping Audubon Road to include a left turn lanes to the southern access and McGlynn
Road.
Staff prefers a hybrid of Option 1 and Option 2: shift the northern access such that it is 220'
south of Highway 5, limit the northern entrance to a right -out of the site, utilize the southern
entrance as the full access to Paisley Park, and restripe Audubon Road to include a left turn lane
into the southern entrance and McGlynn Road. Staff will work with MNDOT with regards to the
signal timing at Highway 5 and Audubon Road.
Comment from MNDOT has not been received at this time, therefore any approvals shall be
subject to MNDOT's conditions.
Parking Analysis and Site Plan
The SRF study included a site plan with proposed parking as shown in Figures 5 and 6 of this
report. The site currently has 165 parking spaces:
105 spaces within the northern parking lot (currently only accessible by the northern
access)
42 spaces within the southern parking lot (currently only accessible by the southern
access)
18 spaces within an underground parking garage
Based on the Paisley Park proposal for 65 guests per tour, tours departing every 10 minutes, and
limiting the time guests stay SRF determined that 230 spaces are required to accommodate on-
site parking for all guests. Due to the timing of Paisley Park's application and the impending end
Highway 5 and
Paisley Park North Access and
Audubon Road Intersection
Audubon Road Intersection
Weekday PM
Saturday Midday
Weekday PM
Saturday Midday
Existing;;;
Level of Service
Level of Service
Condition
B
B
n/a
n/a
17 second delay
12 second dela
Proposed,
Level of Service
Level of Service
Level of Service
Level of Service
current system
D
B
A/B
A/B
46 second dela
17 second delay
13 second delay
13 second delay
Proposed,
Level of Service
Level of Service
system
changes
C
B
n/a
n/a
implemented
22 second delay
17 second delay
Staff prefers a hybrid of Option 1 and Option 2: shift the northern access such that it is 220'
south of Highway 5, limit the northern entrance to a right -out of the site, utilize the southern
entrance as the full access to Paisley Park, and restripe Audubon Road to include a left turn lane
into the southern entrance and McGlynn Road. Staff will work with MNDOT with regards to the
signal timing at Highway 5 and Audubon Road.
Comment from MNDOT has not been received at this time, therefore any approvals shall be
subject to MNDOT's conditions.
Parking Analysis and Site Plan
The SRF study included a site plan with proposed parking as shown in Figures 5 and 6 of this
report. The site currently has 165 parking spaces:
105 spaces within the northern parking lot (currently only accessible by the northern
access)
42 spaces within the southern parking lot (currently only accessible by the southern
access)
18 spaces within an underground parking garage
Based on the Paisley Park proposal for 65 guests per tour, tours departing every 10 minutes, and
limiting the time guests stay SRF determined that 230 spaces are required to accommodate on-
site parking for all guests. Due to the timing of Paisley Park's application and the impending end
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to the 2016 construction season construction of the parking expansion this year is not feasible.
The following scenarios summarize the options available to operate tours of Paisley Park:
SCENARIO 1: Shuttle bus only forug ests
• This option would allow Paisley Park to operate tours with no improvements required
to the Highway 5 signal system or Audubon Road.
• Minor site improvements would likely be necessary to accommodate the turning
movements of the busses.
• The tour size would be limited by the maximum occupancy per the Fire Code.
SCENARIO 2: On-site guest Viking allowed no site improvements
• Audubon Road would be striped to include a left turn lane.
• The number of on-site parking spaces for guests who arrive by a personal vehicle is
limited to 105 spaces.
SCENARIO 3: On-site guest parking allowed connect the north and south lots
• A paved aisle would connect the north and south parking areas.
• Audubon Road would be striped to include a left turn lane into the southern access.
• All appropriate permits- for example with Riley -Purgatory -Bluff Creek Watershed
District- must be obtained prior to installing the pavement.
• Sidewalks installed to accommodate foot traffic from the parking lot to the building
entrance.
• The north access would be limited to a right -out of the site.
• The traffic signal at Highway 5 and Audubon Road would be optimized based on the
SRF study.
• The number of guests allowed on the site shall be limited so that there are a sufficient
number of on-site parking spaces to accommodate guests who arrive by a personal
vehicle.
SCENARIO 4: On-site guest parking allowed connect the north and south lots expand
parking
• The northern access would be converted to right -out only.
• The northern and southern parking spaces would be connected.
• The parking lot would be expanded to include 230 spaces.
• Sidewalks installed to accommodate foot traffic from the parking lot to the building
entrance.
• Audubon Road would be restriped for left turn lanes for north- and south -bound
traffic at McGlynn Road.
• The traffic signal at Highway 5 and Audubon Road would be optimized based on the
SRF study.
• The number of guests allowed on the site shall be limited so that there are a sufficient
number of on-site parking spaces to accommodate guests who arrive by a personal
vehicle.
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There are many variables and discussion points associated with the parking and site plan that are
best explained by stating the assumptions of the Paisley Park Business Plan and the SRF traffic
study, concerns, options to address the concerns and the limiting factors of the options.
Assumption
Concern
Potential Result
Options
Limiting
Factors
Guests arrive
no earlier than
Guests will not
30 minutes
adhere to the
prior to tour
requirement
Tickets state it is
a self -guided
tour; some
Offsite
The maximum
patrons may take
parking and
impervious
Length of the
longer than 70
shuttle to
the site
surface
tour is 70
minutes
Additional parking
allowed for the
minutes
that was not
Include
site is 70%,
Facility adds
accounted for in the
e
which limits
more rooms to
study
conditions
the amount of
the tour,
in the PUD
surface
increasing the
approval
parking on the
length of the tour
requiring
ongoing
site.
Guests will stay
Guests must
longer to enjoy
monitoring
leave within 45
the food,
of and
minutes of the
shopping m and
performance
end of the tour
ambiance of
standards
Paisley Park
for parking
Pedestrian traffic to
Guests will
Some guests park
the site. Currently
park on-site
off-site and walk
there is no trail or
to the site
sidewalk to Paisley
Park
The parking will be monitored to determine the adequacy of the on-site parking. If at any time
the Community Development Director or Fire Code deems that the on-site parking is inadequate
the PUD shall be amended to decrease the maximum allowable tour size to a level where the on-
site parking is sufficient, or the property owner must amend the PUD and the site plan to provide
more parking. Any changes to the site plan are subject to review and approval by the city and
other agencies with regulatory authority over the site.
The applicant must submit a $20,000 escrow or letter of credit as a financial security to ensure
the installation of the required improvements.
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The applicant shall submit engineered site plan drawings for review and approval. The site plan
drawings must meet or exceed the requirements set forth in the Chanhassen City Code and the
Chanhassen Standard Specifications and Detail Plates. The site plan shall also meet or exceed
the requirements of agencies that have jurisdiction over the site, such as MNDOT and Riley -
Purgatory -Bluff Creek Watershed District.
Recommendation
The Engineering Department recommended conditions for approval of the Paisley Park PUD and
site plan are as follows:
1. Prior to any site disturbance a grading plan must be submitted for review and approval.
2. If the MCES determines that the conversion to a museum results in additional SAC units,
City SAC and Water Access Charges (WAC) and the MCES SAC charges must be paid.
3. Future surface improvements such as driveway and parking lot expansion will require
storm system improvements such as storm sewer installation and best management
practices as required by the city and the watershed district.
4. If guests arrive to the site by a shuttle bus only, then tour size shall be limited by the
maximum occupancy per the Fire Code.
If guests utilize the parking that is on-site as of September 15, 2016 (ie. no site
improvements are installed):
a. Audubon Road would be striped to include a left turn lane, and
b. The number of on-site parking spaces for guests who arrive by a personal vehicle
is limited to 105 spaces.
6. If guests utilize the parking that is on-site as of September 15, 2016 and pave a
connection between the north and south lots:
a. All appropriate permits- for example with Riley -Purgatory -Bluff Creek
Watershed District- must be obtained prior to installing the pavement,
b. Sidewalks must be installed to accommodate foot traffic from the parking lot to
the building entrance,
c. The north access shall be limited to a right -out of the site,
d. By 8 am local time, October 5, 2016, Audubon Road must be striped to include a
left turn lane into the southern access,
e. The traffic signal at Highway 5 and Audubon Road would be optimized based on
the SRF study, and
f. The number of guests allowed on the site shall be limited so that there are a
sufficient number of on-site parking spaces to accommodate guests who arrive by
a personal vehicle.
7. If guests park on-site and site improvements include expanding the parking area to 230
spaces and connecting the north and south parking lots
a. The northern access shall be right -out only,
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b. Sidewalks must be installed to accommodate foot traffic from the parking lot to
the building entrance,
c. By 8 am local time, October 5, 2016, Audubon Road shall be restriped for left
turn lanes for north- and south -bound traffic at McGlynn Road,
d. By 8 am local time, October 5, 2016, the traffic signal at Highway 5 and Audubon
Road would be optimized based on the SRF study, and
e. The number of guests allowed on the site shall be limited so that there are a
sufficient number of on-site parking spaces to accommodate guests who arrive by
a personal vehicle.
If at any time the Community Development Director or Fire Code deems that the on-site
parking is inadequate the PUD shall be amended to decrease the maximum allowable tour
size to a level where the on-site parking is sufficient, or the property owner must amend
the PUD and the site plan to provide more parking. Any changes to the site plan are
subject to review and approval by the city and other agencies with regulatory authority
over the site.
9. The applicant must submit a $20,000 escrow or letter of credit as a financial security to
ensure the installation of the required improvements.
10. The applicant shall submit engineered site plan drawings for review and approval. The
site plan drawings must meet or exceed the requirements set forth in the Chanhassen City
Code and the Chanhassen Standard Specifications and Detail Plates. The site plan shall
also meet or exceed the requirements of agencies that have jurisdiction over the site, such
as MNDOT and Riley -Purgatory -Bluff Creek Watershed District.
Stormwater
When a full site plan is submitted it will be review the proposed alterations and comment
accordingly.
The site plan must comply with Article VII of Chapter 19. In addition, the site will be governed
by the requirements of the Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District.
Landscaping
Landscape Requirements
Minimum requirements for landscaping include 1,140 sq. ft. of landscaped area around the
parking lot expansion, 4 trees and 2 landscape islands or peninsulas for the expanded parking
area. Applicant's proposed landscaping as compared to the requirements for landscape area and
parking lot trees is shown in the following table.
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Required
Proposed
Vehicular use landscape area 1,140 sq. ft.
0 sq. ft.
Trees/ parking lot 4 overstory
2 islands or peninsulas
0 overstory
0 islands/peninsulas
The applicant does not meet minimum requirements for landscaping.
Recommendations:
1. The applicant shall submit a parking lot landscape plan for approval that meets minimum
ordinance requirements.
2. The applicant shall increase landscaping in existing parking area to meet minimum ordinance
requirements: 2,280 sq. ft. of landscape area, 9 trees and 4 islands or peninsulas.
Building review
The proposed future uses of the existing structure(s), as outlined in the provided documents, would
necessitate a change in Occupancy Classification under the Minnesota State Building Code. (The
"Paisley Park" building has a Certificate of Occupancy for "B", "S-1" occupancies only. The
"exterior round building" was never completed and has no Certificate.)
The existing building must be compliant (or be made compliant) with the requirements of the
Occupancy Classification of these proposed uses: Museum (A-3 Occupancy), Food and Drink (A-2
Occupancy), Retail sales (M Occupancy), Recording studio (B Occupancy), Concert usage (A-1
Occupancy) and Storage (S-1 Occupancy). (Ref. 2015 MSBC, Chapter 3)
1. Permits must be obtained for the alteration of or occupancy use changes to any buildings on
the site. (Ref. MN Rule 1300.0120)
2. Supporting documents (plans, specifications, etc.) must be prepared by and signed by the
appropriate design professionals. (Ref. MN Rule 1300.0130)
3. Existing structure's physical plant (plumbing, HVAC, electrical, fire suppression, fire -rated
separations, etc.) must be evaluated and approved as functioning as required by the various
proposed Occupancies.
4. A new Certificate of Occupancy must be obtained before use or occupancy. (Ref. MN Rule
1300.0220)
5. A "Sewer Access Charge" redetermination is required (Metropolitan Council).
6. The "studio building" project was stopped (by the owner) sometime in 2002 and the
permit subsequently expired. The building is incomplete and has no Certificate of
Occupancy, therefore, cannot be used for any purpose. A new building permit must be
applied for (including all related documentation) and approved for construction to re-
commence. A letter advising of the expiration of the permit was sent to the contractor
(Rutledge Const.) and to Fred Evans (Paisley Park Enterprises) in February of 2003.
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7. Accessible parking is required; the number of required accessible parking spaces is
determined by the Minnesota State Accessibility Code, Table 1106.1 (based on the total
number of provided spaces, parking plan required).
Fire Review
Some consideration needs to be given to an alternative use of a concert hall which I will cover
later in this document.
Parking Plan
Regardless of approved use, a minimum of a 20' access to areas of any part of the building must
be maintained to allow emergency vehicle access and egress during hours of operation. I am not
concerned about out lots at this point. A proposed site plan, to include actual parking areas,
should be provided so the Fire Code can indicate fire lanes etc.
Building Use
In the planned use they loosely imply that the use could be as a concert hall. Historically, these
concerts have been scheduled with no notice and no access. The major issue relates to the open
configuration of the main sound stage. The configuration has changed dramatically and involves
temporary seating.
Consideration should be given to;
Either require a special event permit for any event that would involve the concert use of this
Property to ensure appropriate stage and seating configurations, parking, are reviewed and
approved by the building official, fire department, and planning department.
Or;
Create a fixed seating and stage arrangement utilizing an appropriate architect negating the need
for permit requirements unless a deviation from the approved plans is necessary. Approved
occupancy would be based on the arrangement and approved by the building official.
Fire Inspections
The last on-site fire inspection was conducted in 2015. I have been working with Bremer Bank
representatives to correct several open violations from that inspection. It should be noted that
none of the open violations are of a serious nature. The most serious relates to off hours' access
to the building which is currently being worked on with an outside contractor.
Prior to opening, and pending planning approval, the building will need a complete fire
inspection based on the new building classification. That inspection can be conducted as soon as
possible and should not dramatically change any requirements already existing for the current
building classification as a B Occupancy. This inspection will also identify any work done to
remedy open violations from the 2015 inspection.
Storage Area
Within the planned use, the document refers to a storage area. I am confused if this is indoors or
outdoors. The document eludes that vehicles, including a bus, may be stored for display. I am
Paisley Park Museum
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also to understand that the viewing areas are all on the main level leading me to believe that this
does not include the parking garage specifically designed for parking vehicles.
If the plan is to park vehicles indoors for viewing, a fire protection engineer should review and
approve the site plan ensuring the current suppression system can cover the fire load increase
created by the vehicles.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt the following motions:
"The Chanhassen Planning Commission recommends that the City Council approve the
rezoning of Lot 11 Block 1 Chanhassen Lakes Business Park from IOP to PUD and adoption
of the attached PUD Ordinance and Finding of Fact.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Findings of Fact
2. PUD Ordinance
3. Development Review Application
4. Business Plan
5. Chanhassen City Code, Chapter 20 — Article XXII. - "IOP" Industrial Office Park District
6. Traffic Study SRF dated September 12, 2016
7. Affidavit of Mailing Notice of Public Hearing.
8. Emails from residents:
a. Email from Jennifer Singer
b. Email from Kristi Strang
c. Email from Lynne Etling
d. Email from Susan Davis
e. Email from John Sparrow
f Email from Stephanie Friant
g. Email and memo from Wendy OConnor
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CITY OF CHANHASSEN
CARVER AND HENNEPIN COUNTIES, MINNESOTA
FINDINGS OF FACT
AND RECOMMENDATION
IN RE: Request for a rezoning of property legally described as within Lot 11, Block 1,
Chanhassen Lakes Business Park. — Planning Case No.2016-24
Application of PRN Music Corporation.
On September 20, 2016, the Chanhassen Planning Commission met at its regularly
scheduled meeting to consider the application of PRN Music Corporation to rezone property
from IOP -Industrial Office Park to PUD, Planned Unit Development. The Planning Commission
conducted a public hearing on the proposed Planned Unit Development preceded by published
and mailed notice. The Planning Commission heard testimony from all interested persons
wishing to speak and now makes the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The property is currently zoned IOP-hndustrial Office Park.
2. The property is guided in the Land Use Plan for Office Industrial.
3. The description of the property is:
Lot 11, Block 1, Chanhassen Lakes Business Park
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.
b) The proposed use is or will 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 actually depreciate the area in which it is
proposed.
e) The proposed use can be accommodated with existing public services and will
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 report #2016-24, dated September 20, 2016, prepared by Kate
Aanenson, et al is incorporated herein.
RECOMMENDATION
The Planning Commission recommends that the City Council approve the
Planned Unit Development.
ADOPTED by the Chanhassen Planning Commission this 20a` day of September 2016.
CHANHASSEN PLANNING COMMISSION
Its Chairman
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 20 OF THE
CHANHASSEN CITY CODE, THE CITY'S ZONING ORDINANCE,
BY REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN ORDAINS:
Section 1. Chapter 20 of the Chanhassen City Code, the City's zoning ordinance, is
amended by rezoning the following -described property ("Subject Property") to PUD, Planned Unit
Development:
Lot 11, Block 1, Chanhassen Lakes Business Park, Carver County, Minnesota
Section 2. Paisley Park Planned Unit Development
a. Intent
The purpose of this zone is to create a zoning district for Paisley Park. The uses,
development standards and regulations of the IOP, Industrial Office Park District shall
apply subject to the following modifications:
b. Permitted Uses. The following uses are permitted:
1. Permitted uses in the IOP Zoning District.
2. Museum.
3. Recording studio.
4. Hotel.
5. Retail sales of products stored or manufactured on the site provided no more than
twenty percent (20%) of the floor space is used for retail sales. These sales may
include food, beverages and memorabilia.
6. Twelve (12) indoor concerts per calendar year.
7. Multiple buildings on a lot.
8. Private events.
C. Prohibited Uses. The following uses are prohibited:
1. All uses not listed as permitted uses.
2. Outdoor events.
3. Liquor sales and consumption.
d. Materials and Design
Fence:
Fences shall comply with City Code requirements including the Buffer Yard
requirements, except that fences may be opaque to provide security screening.
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e. Parking
Parking lots and parking spaces shall comply with city code requirements.
2. If guests only arrive to the site by a shuttle bus the tour size shall be limited by the
maximum occupancy under the Fire Code.
3. If guests use on-site parking and the north and south parking lots are not
connected:
a. Audubon Road must first be restriped to include a left turn lane,
b. The number of on-site parking spaces for guests who arrive by a personal
vehicle is limited to 105 spaces.
4. If guests use on-site parking and a connection between the north and south lots is
paved:
a. Audubon Road must first be striped to include a left turn lane into the
southern access,
b. All required permits, including from the Riley -Purgatory -Bluff Creek
Watershed District, must be obtained prior to installing the pavement,
C. The north access shall be limited to a right -out of the site,
e. The traffic signal at Highway 5 and Audubon Road must first be
optimized based on the SRF study,
f. The number of guests allowed on the site shall be limited so that there are
a sufficient number of on-site parking spaces to accommodate guests who
arrive by a personal vehicle.
5. If guests park on-site and site improvements include expanding the parking area
to 230 spaces and connecting the north and south parking lots:
a. Audubon Road shall first be restriped for left tum lanes for northbound
and southbound traffic at McGlynn Road,
b. The northern access shall be right -out only,
C. The traffic signal at Highway 5 and Audubon Road must first be optimized
based on the SRF study,
d. Sidewalks must be installed to accommodate foot traffic from the parking
lot to the building entrance,
e. The number of guests allowed on the site shall be limited so that there are
a sufficient number of on-site parking spaces to accommodate guests who
arrive by a personal vehicle.
6. If the on-site parking is inadequate, the maximum allowable tour size shall be
reduced to a level where the on-site parking is sufficient or the PUD and the site
plan must be amended to provide more parking. Any changes to the site plan are
subject to review and approval by the City and other agencies with regulatory
authority over the site.
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Section 3. The zoning map of the City of Chanhassen shall not be republished to show the
aforesaid zoning, but the Clerk shall appropriately mark the zoning map on file in the Clerk's Office
for the purpose of indicating the rezoning hereinabove provided for in this ordinance, and all of the
notations, references, and other information shown thereon are hereby incorporated by reference
and made a part of this ordinance.
Section 4. This ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and publication.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of 2016, by the City Council of the City
of Chanhassen, Minnesota
Todd Gerhardt, City Manager
(Published in the Chanhassen Villager on
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Denny Laufenburger, Mayor
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Planning Division – 7700 Market Boulevard
Mailing Address – P.O. Box 147, Chanhassen, MN 553'17
Phone (952) 227-1300 / Fax: (952) 227-1110
2ON -a Y
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
APPLICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW t ,"
Sulmritial Dale _ .Z I _ PC Dale: ko Ilk.. CC 00 -nay Review Date:
(Refer to the appfc onate Application Checklist for required submittal information that must accompany this application)
❑
Comprehensive Plan Amendment., ... ...................
$600
❑ Minor MUSA line for failing on-site sewers.....
$100
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Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
❑ Metes & Bounds (2 lots)..................................5300
❑ Single -Family Residence ................................
$325
Consolidate Lots ..............................................
Ej All Others..... ............................. _ ....................
$425
❑
Interim Use Permit (IUP)
❑ Final Plat ..........................................................$700
❑ In conjunction with Single -Family Residence..$325
(Includes $450 escrow for attorney costs)'
EJAll Others.........................................................
$425
U
Rezoning (REZ)
through the. development contract
-
(✓( Planned Unit Development (PUD) ..................
$750
$300
❑ Minor Amendment to existing PUD .................
$100
0 All Others .........................................................
$500
❑
Sign Plan Review .... ................ ........ .................. ....,
$150
❑
Site Plan Review (SPR)
U Single -Family Residence ...............................
$150
❑ Administrative ..................................................$100
❑ All Others .......................................................
$275
❑ CommerciaUlndustrial Districts*... ... I ...............
$500
$100
Plus $10 per 1,000 square feet of building area:
Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA)............._..
( thousand square feet)
9ncdds number of existing employees:
'rndude number of new employees: _
❑ Residential Districts .........................................
$500
Plus $5 per dwelling unit (— units)
❑ Subdivision (SUB)
NOTE: When multiple applications aro processed concurrently,
the appropriate too shall be charged for each application.
Notification Sign (City to instar aria remove) . ........ ............................................................................................................ $200
Property Owners' List within 500' (city to generale after pre -application meeting) ............................t�3 s�.. $3 per address
...................
(J8_ addresses)
Escrow for Recording Documents (check all that apply) ......................... ......... $50 per document
❑ Conditional Use Permit ❑ Interim Use Permit ❑ Site Plan Agreement
❑ Vacation ❑ Variance ❑ Wetland Alteration Permit
❑ Metes & Bounds Subdivision (3 docs.) ❑ Easements (_ easements)
TOTAL FEE:
RequiredSection 2: Information
Description of Proposal. Museum at Paisley Park, 7801 Audubon Road, Chanhassen, MN 55317
Properly Address or Location: 7801 Audubon Road, Chanhassen, MN 553'17
Parcel #: 25.1900110 Legal Description. See attached.
Total Acreage: 9.01 Wetlands Present?
Present Zoning: Industrial Office Park District (IOP)
Present Land Use Designation: Office/Industrial
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Requested Zoning: Planned Unit Development (PUD)
Requested Land Use Designation: Office/Industrial ___
Existing Use of Property: Recording studio, soundstage, performance hall, office and warehouseistorage
0 Check box is separate narrative is attached.
❑ Create 3 lots or less ................................._.....
$300
❑ Create over 3 lots .......................$600 + $15 per lot
(_lots)
❑ Metes & Bounds (2 lots)..................................5300
Consolidate Lots ..............................................
$150
❑ Lot Line Adjustment. ........................................
$150
❑ Final Plat ..........................................................$700
(Includes $450 escrow for attorney costs)'
'Additional escrow may be required for other applications
through the. development contract
-
❑
Vacation of Easements/Right-of-way (VAC)........
$300
(Additional recording fees may apply)
❑
Variance (VAR) ... ............... ............... ...................
$200
❑
Wetland Alteration Permit (WAP)
U Single -Family Residence ...............................
$150
❑ All Others .......................................................
$275
❑
Zoning Appeal ......................................................
$100
❑
Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA)............._..
$500
NOTE: When multiple applications aro processed concurrently,
the appropriate too shall be charged for each application.
Notification Sign (City to instar aria remove) . ........ ............................................................................................................ $200
Property Owners' List within 500' (city to generale after pre -application meeting) ............................t�3 s�.. $3 per address
...................
(J8_ addresses)
Escrow for Recording Documents (check all that apply) ......................... ......... $50 per document
❑ Conditional Use Permit ❑ Interim Use Permit ❑ Site Plan Agreement
❑ Vacation ❑ Variance ❑ Wetland Alteration Permit
❑ Metes & Bounds Subdivision (3 docs.) ❑ Easements (_ easements)
TOTAL FEE:
RequiredSection 2: Information
Description of Proposal. Museum at Paisley Park, 7801 Audubon Road, Chanhassen, MN 55317
Properly Address or Location: 7801 Audubon Road, Chanhassen, MN 553'17
Parcel #: 25.1900110 Legal Description. See attached.
Total Acreage: 9.01 Wetlands Present?
Present Zoning: Industrial Office Park District (IOP)
Present Land Use Designation: Office/Industrial
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Requested Zoning: Planned Unit Development (PUD)
Requested Land Use Designation: Office/Industrial ___
Existing Use of Property: Recording studio, soundstage, performance hall, office and warehouseistorage
0 Check box is separate narrative is attached.
Section 3: Property Owner and Applicant Information
APPLICANT OTHER THAN PROPERTY OWNER: In signing this application, 1, as applicant, represent to have obtained
authorization from the property owner to file this application. I agree to be bound by conditions of approval, subject only to
the right to object at the hearings on the application or during the appeal period. If this application has not been signed by
the property owner. I have attached separate documentation of full legal capacity to file the application. This application
should be processed in my name and I am the party whom the City should contact regarding any matter pertaining to this
application. I will keep myself informed of the deadlines for submission of material and the progress of this application. I
further 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. I certify that the information and exhibits submitted are true and correct.
Name: N/A
Address:
City/State/zip;
Email:
Signature: _
Contact:
Phone:
Cell:
Fax:
Date:
PROPERTY OWNER: In signing this application, I, as property owner, have full legal capacity to, and hereby do,
authorize the filing of this application. I understand that conditions of approval are binding and agree to be bound by those
conditions, subject only to the right to object at the hearings or during the appeal periods. I will keep myself informed of
the deadlines for submission of material and the progress of this application. I further 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. I certify that the information and exhibits submitted are true and correct.
Name: .___ PRN Music Corporation, c/o Bremer Trust, N.A. Alison A. Hauck
-- - Contact:
Address: 1100 West St. Germain Street
City/State/Zip:
Saint Cloud, MN 56302
Email: _ AAHauck@Bremer.com
Signature:_ --
Phone: (320)258-2448
Cell: (320)260-1722
Fax: (320)259-9120
Date:
8/19/16
This application must be completed in full and must be accompanied by all information and plans required by
applicable City Ordinance provisions. Before filing this application, refer to the appropriate Application Checklist
and confer with the Planning Department to determine the specific ordinance and applicable procedural
requirements and fees.
A determination of completeness of the application shall be made within 15 business days of application submittal. A
written notice of application deficiencies shall be mailed to the applicant within 15 business days of application.
PROJECT ENGINEER (if applicable)
Name:
SRF Consulting Gioup, Inc.
Contact: Matt Pacyna, PE
Address:
One Carlson Parkway North, Suite 150
Phone: (763) 249-6726
City/State/Zip:
Minneapolis, MN 554474443
Cell: (612) 382-2546
Ernail:
mpacyna@srfconsulting.com
Fax: (763) 475-2429
Section 4: Notification
Information
Who should receive copies of staff reports?
'Other Contact Information:
Property Owner
Via: U Email ❑ Mailed Paper Copy
Name: Stinson Leonard Street LLP, c/o Todd M, Phelps
L] Applicant
Via: ❑ Email ❑ Mailed Paper Copy
Address: 150 South Fifth St. Suite 2300
[✓] Engineer
Via: ❑ Email ❑ Mailed Paper Copy
City/State/Zip: Minneapolis MN 55402
U Other"
Via: ❑i Email ❑ Mailed Paper Copy
Email: : todd.ohelps stinson.com
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: Complete all necessary form fields, then select SAVE FORM to save') copy to your
li device. PRINT FORM and deliver to city along with required documents and payment. SUBMIT FORM to send a digital
copy to the city for processing (required), l- ---I
SAVE FORM I PRINT FORM _ SUBMIT FURM I
STINSON
LEONARD
STREET
August 19, 2016
HAND DELIVERED
Kathryn R. Aanenson, AICP
Community Development Director
7700 Market Boulevard
P.O. Box 147
Chanhassen, MN 55317
0TY OF C4ANHA8SFN
RECEIVED
11W r % 2016
CHANHASSEN RlANNIN4 UM
Todd M. Phelps
612.335.1871 DIRECT
612.335.1657 DIRECT FAX
todd.phelps@sfinson.com
Re: Application for Development Review -7801 Audubon Road, Chanhassen, MN.
Our File No: 3009435.0002
Dear Ms. Aanenson:
This letter is submitted on behalf of Bremer Trust, National Association (the "Special
Administrator'), the court-appointed Special Administrator of the Estate of Prince Rogers
Nelson (the "Estate'), in support of the enclosed Application for Development Review (the
"Application') for the real property and improvements owned by the Estate located at 7801
Audubon Road, Chanhassen, Minnesota, legally described as Lot 11, Block 1, Chanhassen
Lakes Business Park. Carver County, Minnesota, excepting therefrom that part of said Lot 11,
shown as Parcel 220 on Minnesota Department of Transportation Right of Way Plat No. 10-1
(the "Property').
Enclosed please find the following:
The Application to rezone the Property from Industrial Office Park District (IOP) to
Planned Unit Development (PUD).
2. A check in the amount of $750.00, payable to the City of Chanhassen.
3. The Paisley Park Museum Business Plan, which sets forth in greater detail the proposed
use of the Property as a museum to honor the late Prince Rogers Nelson.
In further support of the enclosed Application, the Special Administrator submits the following
Pursuant to Article VIII "Planned Unit Development District" of the City of Chanhassen Zoning
Code:
Sec, 20-501. Intent. The rezoning of the Property from IOP to PUD for use as a museum is
supported by the intent of the PUD zoning for a number of reasons. First, the use of the
Property as a museum preserves the unique recording studios, soundstage, performance hall,
and artwork that was created in the City of Chanhassen over a 30 -year period by a world -
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renowned artist, who sold over 100 million records, won seven Grammy Awards, a Golden
Globe Award, and an Academy Award for the film "Purple Rain," all of which are displayed
at the Property.
Second, the PUD zoning will offer enhanced flexibility for the Property to allow for the
museum, continued use of the recording studios, soundstage, performance hall, offices and
warehouse/storage, as well as for limited food service and merchandise sales, as further
described in the Business Plan.
Third, the PUD zoning is consistent with the City of Chanhassen 2030 Land Use Plan, which
designates the Property as Office/Industrial. Under Section 20-792 of the Code, museums are
a permitted use in the "OI" Office and Institutional District.
Sec. 20-502. Allowed Uses. The primary use of the Property will be as a museum. However,
as further described in the Business Plan, we anticipate that the Property will continue to be
used as a recording studio, soundstage, and performance hall. Additionally, limited food
service and merchandise sales will be uses ancillary to the museum use.
Sec. 20.503. District Size and Location. The Property is approximately 9.01 acres and thus
meets the minimum size requirements under the Code.
Thank you in advance for your time and consideration of the Special Administrator's
Application. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (612) 335-1871.
Sincerely,
STINSON LEONARD STREET LLP
Tod6 M. Phelps
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PAISLEY PARK MUSEUM BUSINESS PLAN
August 19, 2016
Bremer Trust, National Association, as Special Administrator of the Estate of Prince Rogers
Nelson has formed Paisley Park Facility, LLC to operate a museum at Paisley Park, 7801
Audubon Road, Chanhassen, MN, the former recording studio of Prince Rogers Nelson. The
family of Prince is supportive of operating Paisley Park as a museum and believes that this is
what Prince would have wanted for all of his fans.
Paisley Park Facility has entered into an Exhibition Operating Agreement, with PP Management,
LLC, a subsidiary of Graceland Holdings, LLC to operate the Exhibition. The management team
of Graceland Holdings, LLC has been involved in the operations of Graceland in Memphis,
Tennessee since 1982. Graceland has over 30 years.of experience, having handled in excess of
20 million visitors and 8 million vehicles during that time, including all aspects related to traffic
and attendance management, ticket control, security, retail and food and beverage service as part
of Graceland and operating a similar museum facility and tours. Graceland's experienced
management team will be providing development, management, and oversight of all aspects of
the museum at Paisley Park. In recent years, Graceland has over 600,000 guests per year, while
maintaining an amicable relationship with the City of Memphis and neighbors of Graceland.
Graceland is in the process of expanding its operations to include operation of a hotel complex a
few blocks from the Graceland mansion which is scheduled to open in October 2016 and also
opening up a World's Fair entertainment complex across the street from the Graceland mansion
which is scheduled to be open in March 2017. Graceland Holdings is highly committed to this
project and making it success for the Estate of Prince Rogers Nelson as well as the local and
broader Twin Cities community. Toward that end Graceland is providing the initial funds for
capital improvement and initial operating costs of the museum.
The following is the proposed business plan for the Paisley Park museum operations:
Building Construction — We do not anticipate any exterior construction at the site, other than
items related to the parking lot. In terms of interior construction, we anticipate widening
doorways, adding lighting, motion detectors, and sound systems in areas of the facility. We will
also be completing various improvements required for fire safety purposes. As previously
reviewed with the City of Chanhassen, we will also be replacing the existing chiller/boiler at the
facility.
Operations — We plan to open the Museum in early October (subject to obtaining all approvals
required by the City of Chanhassen). The family of Prince Rogers Nelson has an Official Family
Tribute Concert scheduled for Thursday, October 13th at U.S. Bank Stadium, and the plan is to
have the Museum open in advance of that so that out of town visitors and others that attend the
Tribute Concert will also be able to complete a tour of Paisley Park. We anticipate operating the
Museum from 10 am to 10 pm during the week and from 9 am to midnight on weekends,
although we will vary these hours based on ticket demands and may have less hours during the
week or in winter months. At this time, it is difficult for us to predict peak hours, but we
anticipate heavier traffic in evenings and weekends.
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Tickets to the Museum will be sold only online and will not be able to be purchased at the site.
We will not permit any walk-up entry. Tickets will be for a specific time tour and guests will be
permitted to park and enter Paisley Park only 20-30 minutes early. This time frame and limited
access will be strongly emphasized in ticketing and repeated messaging to guests. The length of
the tour will be approximately 70 minutes and guests will be required to exit within 30-45
minutes after the conclusion of their tour. The maximum guest stay during peak times will be 2
hours.
Tours will be guided tours and will start in 10 minute increments and each tour is expected to
include 25-30 guests. We anticipate a total of 1500 to 2000 guests per day on peak days.
Ticket prices will be $38.50 for standard tickets. A VIP Tour experience will also be offered for
smaller guests groups with prices of $100 or more.
Guided tours will take guests through the recording and mixing studios, video editing rooms,
rehearsal rooms, Prince's private NPG Music Club, and the soundstage and performance hall.
The tour will be contained to the main floor of the facility and will be indoors, except for an exit
from the performance hall to the storage garage where cars and the tour bus will be able to be
viewed. We will add a tent to the breezeway passage from the performance hall to the storage
garage.
We anticipate employing 20 to 60 people from the local area during the museum's operating
hours. This amount will vary based on the tour volumes and times. We will also be engaging a
substantial number of local contractors and service providers to ready the facility for operations
by early October.
Traffic_. /Parkin _ The facility currently includes approximately 90 parking spaces in its front
parking area. We plan to further expand the parking area to the east to add an additional 40-50
spots. In addition, because we will be utilizing parking attendants we would anticipate being
able to "double-park" cars based on knowing what times people will be exiting the facility and
can utilize an additional 28-30 spots based on this method of parking. This will result in total
parking of approximately 160 spaces. Based on Graceland's experience, we estimate that there
will be 2.5 guests per vehicle, which based on the anticipated attendance and tour times equals
60 vehicles per hour and a maximum of 150 vehicles parked at any given time given the ticketed
tour windows and a maximum guest stay of 2.0 hours in peak time periods. As noted below, we
also anticipate as many as 20% of guests being shuttled from other locations particularly during
peak hours.
We will expand the front gate area to include a coned cul-de-sac area so that cars can easily exit
from Audubon Road. We will have parking attendants that will immediately review parking
tickets and time windows to confirm if a vehicle can enter the parking lot. If a guest's allotted
time period has not yet arrived, the attendant will direct the car to exit the cul-de-sac and return
during the ticketed time period. The attendants will also be patrolling the exterior fence and
Audubon Road to prevent any cars from stopping along the road or otherwise causing traffic
congestion. We will have parking attendants that will direct parking. We will be adding lighting
to the parking lot to the extent there is not sufficient lighting currently there. In the future, we
may utilize land across Audubon Road for additional parking.
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A traffic study related to the facility is being prepared and will be submitted to the Planning
Commission. On our current estimates, the traffic volumes will be less than the volume of cars
entering the nearby General Mills facility based on observed traffic study there.
We expect to utilize the back parking lot and garage for employees of the facility to park and will
also utilize off-site shuttle and parking for employees.
We are also making arrangements with bus companies to conduct shuttle trips from the airport
and/or the Mall of America area.
Security — The Museum will have 24x7 security. We will install a new security system. The
Museum will hire security guards and supervisors for its operations.
Food & Drink — The Museum will offer food and beverage at the conclusion of the tour. There
will be no alcoholic beverages sold or permitted to be consumed at the facility. The food is
anticipated to be a limited item of vegetarian items including a tasting plate, dessert, and select
sandwiches. We are interviewing vendors to provide the food and anticipate that while some
food would be prepared offsite and delivered daily that there would be select portions of the
menu that would be prepared on site. The Museum anticipates erecting a tent connected (or
semi -attached) to the exit near the restrooms in a portion of the exterior parking area where
guests could sit for a brief period to eat upon conclusion of the tour. (See attached exterior map).
There will be no smoking permitted at the facility.
Merchandise — The Museum will include sales of merchandise on-site including apparel,
guidebooks and other souvenirs.
Other Events — Paisley Park will continue to be utilized as a recording studio for special sessions.
In addition, we anticipate that concerts will also continue to be held in the performance hall.
There would be no events outside. No events are anticipated to be held until at least March 2017
and no arrangements or bookings have been made related to future events. We anticipate that
such events will be held on Friday or Saturday weekend and that offsite parking arrangements
will be made. Based on square footage of the performance hall the attendees at events could be
up to 1500 people at one time. Studio and concert usage of the facility will be limited in order to
avoid interfering with tour attendance.
Future Activities — While future plans have not been developed, some of the additional potential
uses or ancillary operations for Paisley Park include additional parking and potential
development and completion of the exterior round building. We may also develop onsite limited
occupancy lodging in the future.
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Attachment #5
ARTICLE XXII. - "IOP" INDUSTRIAL OFFICE PARK DISTRICT
Sec. 20-811. - Intent.
The intent of the "IOP" district is to provide an area identified for large-scale light industrial
and commercial planned development.
(Ord. No. 80, Art. V, § 16(5-16-1),12-15-86)
Sec. 20-812. - Permitted uses.
The following uses are permitted in an "IOP" district:
(1) Antennas as regulated by article XXX of this chapter.
(2) Automotive repair shops.
(3) Conference/convention centers.
(4) Health services.
(5) Indoor health and recreation clubs.
(6) Light industrial.
(7) Offices.
(8) Off -premises parking lots.
(9) Print shops.
(10) Recording studios.
(11)Utility services.
(12) Vocational school.
(13) Warehouses.
(Ord. No. 80, Art. V, § 16(5-16-2),12-15-86; Ord. No. 240, § 21, 7-25-95; Ord. No. 259, § 27,
11-12-96; Ord. No. 377, § 109, 5-24-04)
Sec. 20-813. - Permitted accessory uses.
The following are permitted accessory uses in an "IOP" district:
(1) Automotive repair shop.
(2) Day care center.
(3) Parking lots and ramps.
(4) Signs.
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Retail sales of products stored or manufactured on the site provided no more than 20 percent
of the floor space is used for retail sales.
(Ord. No. 80, Art. V, § 16(5-16-3), 12-15-86; Ord. No. 93, § 1, 7-25-88; Ord. No. 377, § 110, 5-
24-04)
Sec. 20-814. - Conditional uses.
The following are conditional uses in an "IOP" district:
(1) Contracting yards.
(2) Day care centers as part of a multi -tenant building.
(3) Day care centers as a separate facility.
(4) Food processing.
(5) Gun range, indoor.
(6) Home improvement trades.
(7) Hotels and motels.
(8) Lumber yards.
(9) Motor freight terminals.
(10) Outdoor health and recreation clubs.
(11) Screened outdoor storage.
(12) Research laboratories.
(13)Reserved.
(14) Commercial towers as regulated by article XXX of this chapter.
(15)Electrical distribution and underground electric distribution substations.
(Ord. No. 80, Art. V, § 16(5-16-4), 12-15-86; Ord. No. 97, § 1, 10-24-88; Ord. No. 120, § 4(12),
2-12-90; Ord. No. 259, § 28, 11-12-96; Ord. No. 377, § 111, 5-24-04; Ord. No. 390, § 5, 3-14-
05; Ord. No. 527, § 4, 8-22-11)
State Law reference— Conditional uses, M.S. § 462.3595.
Sec. 20-815. - Lot requirements and setbacks.
The following minimum requirements shall be observed in an "1O1"" district subject to
additional requirements, exceptions and modifications set forth in this chapter:
(1) The minimum lot area is one acre.
(2) The minimum lot frontage is 150 feet, except that lots fronting on a cul-de-sac shall have
a minimum frontage of 60 feet.
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(3) The minimum lot depth is 200 feet.
(4) The maximum lot coverage is 70 percent.
(5) Off-street parking shall comply with district setback requirements except:
a. There is no minimum setback when it abuts a railroad right-of-way, except as
provided in chapter 20, article XXV, division 3, pertaining to landscaping
requirements.
b. There is no minimum setback when it abuts, without being separated by a street,
another off-street parking area.
c. The minimum setback is 50 feet when it abuts a residential district without being
separated from the residential district by a street or railroad right-of-way.
d. The minimum setback is 25 feet for side street side yards.
e. Parking setbacks along public rights-of-way may be reduced to a minimum of ten
feet if the applicant can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the city that 100 percent
screening is provided at least five feet above the adjacent parking lot. The intent of
this section is that the city is willing to trade a reduced setback for additional
landscaping that is both an effective screen and of high quality aesthetically.
Acceptable screening is to be comprised of berming and landscaping. Screening
through the use of fencing is not permitted.
(6) The maximum height is as follows:
a. For the principal structure, four stories/50 feet.
b. For accessory structures, one story.
(7) Minimum setback requirements:
a. For front yards, 30 feet.
b. For rear yards, ten feet.
c. For side yards, ten feet.
d. The minimum setback is 100 feet when it abuts a residential district without being
separated from the residential district by a street or railroad right-of-way.
In instances where existing topography and/or vegetation provide buffering
satisfactory to the city, or where quality site planning is achieved, the city may reduce
setback requirements by up to 50 percent. The applicant shall have the full burden of
demonstrating that there is sufficient separation and screening for the higher intensity
use.
e. Buffer yards.
1. The city comprehensive plan establishes a requirement for buffer yards. Buffer
yards are to be established in areas indicated on the plan where higher intensity
uses interface with low density uses and shall comply with chapter 20, article
XXV, of the Chanhassen City Code.
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2. The buffer yard is not an additional setback requirement. The full obligation to
provide the buffer yard shall be placed on the parcel containing the higher
intensity use.
3. The buffer yard is intended to provide physical separation and screening for the
higher intensity use. As such, they will be required to be provided with a
combination of berming, landscaping and/or tree preservation to maximize the
buffering potential. To the extent deemed feasible by the city, new plantings
shall be designed to require the minimum of maintenance, however, such
maintenance as may be required to maintain consistency with the approved plan,
shall be the obligation of the property owner.
(Ord. No. 80, Art. V, § 16(5-16-5), 12-15-86; Ord. No. 94, §§ 1, 7, 7-25-88; Ord. No. 136, §§
IA, 113, 1-28-91; Ord. No. 451, § 8, 5-29-07; Ord. No. 474, §§ 14,15,10-13-08)
Sec. 20-816. - Interim uses.
The following are interim uses in the "IOP" district:
(1) Churches.
(2) Concrete mixing plants.
(Ord. No. 120, § 3, 2-12-90)
Secs. 20-817-20-900. - Reserved.
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From: Matt Pacyna, PE, Senior Associate
Tom Sachi, EIT, Engineer
Date: September 12, 2016
Subject: 7801 Audubon Road Traffic and Parking Study
Introduction
Draft Memorandum
SRFNo. 0969371
SRF has completed a traffic and parking study for the proposed Paisley Park Museum at 7801
Audubon Road in the City of Chanhassen (see Figure 1: Project Location). The main objectives of
this study are to review existing operations within the study area, evaluate traffic and parking impacts
of the proposed development, and recommend any necessary improvements to accommodate the
proposed development. A review of the proposed access, circulation, and overall site operations was
also completed. The following information provides the assumptions, analysis, and recommendations
offered for consideration.
Existing Conditions
The existing conditions were reviewed to establish a baseline in order to identify any future impacts
associated with the proposed development. The evaluation of existing conditions includes intersection
turning movement counts, field observations, and an intersection capacity analysis.
Data Collection
Intersection turning movement counts were collected at the following locations between Thursday,
August 25 and Sunday, August 28, 2016.
• Audubon Road and MN Highway 5
• Audubon Road and Coulter Boulevard
• Audubon Road and Park Road
These periods were selected as they include the weekday a.m. and p.m. peak hours, as well as the
Saturday midday peak period. Supplemental traffic counts were collected along Audubon Road on
Saturday, September 3, 2016 to understand impacts associated with the adjacent AutoMotorPlex
facility, which holds a Saturday event between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. once a month. Annual average daily
traffic (ADT) volumes within the study area, as well as historical MN Highway 5 turning movement
counts from 2013 were provided by the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT).
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A summary of the traffic volumes collected are illustrated in Chart 1. Review of the data collected
indicates that traffic volumes along MN Highway 5 generally peak during the weekday a.m. (7:45 to
8:45) and p.m. (4:30 to 5:30) time periods. Traffic volumes along Audubon Road also generally peak
during the same time periods, albeit at much lower levels. On Saturday, traffic volumes along
MN Highway 5 peak during the midday (11:45 to 12:45), while volumes along Audubon Road remain
relatively steady throughout the day. It should be noted that there is a noticeable traffic volume peak
along Audubon Road that coincides with a Saturday AutoMotorPlex event.
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Observations were completed to identify roadway characteristics (i.e. roadway geometry, posted speed
limits, and traffic controls) within the study area. MN Highway 5 is a four -lane divided roadway with
left- and right -turn lanes at Audubon Road. The posted speed limit along MN Highway 5 is 55 miles
per hour (mph). Audubon Road, Coulter Boulevard, and Park Road are two-lane undivided roadways.
The posted speed limit along Audubon Road is 45 mph while the remaining study roadways are posted
at 30 mph. The Audubon Road/MN Highway 5 intersection is signalized. All other study intersections
are unsignalized with side -street stop control. Mcglynn Road and the existing Paisley Park access
locations were not reviewed as part of the existing conditions due to limited activity. Existing study
area geometrics, traffic controls, and traffic volumes are shown in Figure 2.
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Intersection Capacity Analysis
September 12, 2016
An existing intersection capacity analysis was completed for the weekday p.m. and Saturday midday
peak hours to establish a baseline condition to which future traffic operations can be compared. The
weekday a.m. peak hour was not reviewed since the proposed development is expected to have
minimal impact during that time. Saturday event conditions at the AutoMotorPlex were not reviewed
given the limited impact. Intersections were analyzed using Synchro/SitnTraffrc (Version 9).
Capacity analysis results identify a Level of Service (LOS), which indicates the quality of traffic flow
through an intersection. Intersections are given a ranking from LOS A through LOS F. The LOS
results are based on average delay per vehicle, which correspond to the delay threshold values shown
in Table 1. LOS A indicates the best traffic operation, with vehicles experiencing minimal delays.
LOS F indicates an intersection where demand exceeds capacity, or a breakdown of traffic flow.
Overall intersection LOS A through LOS D is generally considered acceptable in the Twin Cities.
Table 1 Level of Service Criteria for Signalized and Unsignalized Intersections
LOS Designation
Signalized Intersection
Average Delay/Vehicle (seconds)
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Average Delay/Vehicle (seconds)
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For side -street stop controlled intersections, special emphasis is given to providing an estimate for the
level of service of the side -street approach. Traffic operations at an unsignalized intersection with
side -street stop control can be described in two ways. First, consideration is given to the overall
intersection level of service. This takes into account the total number of vehicles entering the
intersection and the capability of the intersection to support these volumes. Second, it is important
to consider the delay on the minor approach. Since the mainline does not have to stop, the majority
of delay is attributed to the side -street approaches. It is typical of intersections with higher mainline
traffic volumes to experience high levels of delay (i.e. poor levels of service) on the side -street
approaches, but an acceptable overall intersection level of service during peak hour conditions.
Results of the existing intersection capacity analysis shown in Table 2 indicate that the study
intersections currently operate at an acceptable overall LOS B or better during the weekday p.m. and
Saturday midday peak hours with the existing geometric layout and traffic controls. Side -street delays
along Audubon Road are relatively minimal. However, northbound queues along Audubon Road
extend beyond the existing Paisley Park North Access approximately 50 percent of the weekday p.m.
peak hour (-185 feet). The 95th percentile westbound left -turning queues along MN Highway 5
during the weekday p.m. peak hour extend approximately 160 feet.
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Table 2 Existing Intersection Capacity Analysis
Intersection
Audubon Road and MN
Weekday P.M.
Peak Hour
LOS Delay
B 1 17 sec.
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Saturday Midday
Peak Hour
LOS Delay
B 12 sec.
Audubon Road and Coulter Boulevard (1) A/B I 12 sec. I A/B 10 sec.
Audubon Road and Park Road (1) A/B 11 sec. A/A 9 sec.
(1) Indicates an unsignalized intersection with side -street stop control, where the overall LOS is shown toIIowed by the worst approach
LOS. The delay shown represents the worst side -street approach delay.
Proposed Development
The proposed development is expected to convert Paisley Park Studios into a Museum. Opening is
currently planned for October 2016. Based on discussion with project stakeholders, the following
information with respect to the Museum operation was assumed:
• Hours of Operation: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• Days of Operation: Everyday (except Thanksgiving and Christmas)
• Maximum Guests per Tour: 65 people (50 General Admission; 15 VIP)
• Tour Start Times: Every 10 minutes
• Tour Duration: General Admission - 70 minutes; VIP - 100 minutes
• Employees: Up to 60 but no more than 20 on-site at any given time (except special events)
• Existing Parking Spaces: — 165 spaces (105 North; 42 South; 18 Garage)
The two existing Paisley Park access locations along Audubon Road are expected to remain. The
Paisley Park South Access, located across from Mcglynn Road and approximately 500 south of
MN Highway 5, would serve as the employee entrance. The Paisley Park North Access, located
approximately 125 feet south of MN Highway 5, would serve as the guest entrance. The guest entrance
would be staffed at all times to manage/control access to the site.
Existing + Museum Conditions
To identify potential impacts associated with the proposed museum, traffic forecasts were developed
for year of opening conditions. Since the museum is planning to open in October 2016, existing
conditions with the addition of the proposed museum were reviewed. Therefore, the following
sections provide details on the estimated trip generation and intersection capacity analysis.
Trip Generation
To account for traffic impacts associated with the proposed development, a trip generation estimate
for the weekday p.m. and Saturday midday peak hours as well as on a weekday daily basis was
developed. Given the unique land use, data provided by project staff was utilized. For purposes of
this study, a worst-case approach was assumed in which full capacity tours (65 guests) at the museum
would occur starting every 10 minutes throughout the peak periods of the adjacent roadway.
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The average vehicle occupancy was assumed to be 2.5 guests per vehicle. All employees were assumed
to arrive and/or depart outside of the peak tour timeframes. No shuttle service/transit reductions
were included as part of the analysis, although it is reasonable to assume approximately 10 to 15
percent of guests may arrive via transit.
Results of the trip generation estimate indicates the proposed development is expected to generate up
to approximately 312 peak hour trips during a sold out condition. If each tour was sold out for the
entire day, the site could generate up to 4,000 daily trips. Although it may be not be likely that tours
are completely sold out throughout the day, it is reasonable to assume that tours may be sold out
during the peak periods. Therefore, the analysis focused on the peak hours of the adjacent roadways
assuming sold out tour conditions during the peak periods.
Table 3 Trip Generation Estimate
Weekday P.M. Saturday Midday
Sold Out Event Condition Size Peak Hour Trips Peak Hour Trips
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In I Out
Daily
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(2.5 Guests/Vehicle)
(1) Based on data provided by project staff.
(2) Represents the maximum amount of trips expected to be generated (assumes sold outtours throughout the day).
Trips generated by the proposed development were routed throughout the study area based on the
directional distribution shown in Figure 3. The distribution was developed based on a combination
of data provided by project staff, existing travel patterns, and engineering judgment. The resultant year
2016 build peak hour conditions, including sold -out conditions, are shown in Figure 4.
Year 2016 Build Intersection Capacity Analysis
To determine if the existing roadway network can accommodate the year 2016 build conditions, a
detailed intersection capacity analysis was completed. Results of the year 2016 intersection capacity
analysis shown in Table 4 indicate that the study intersections are expected to operate at an acceptable
overall LOS D or better during the weekday p.m. and Saturday midday peak hours with the existing
geometric layout and traffic controls. However, as westbound left -turn vehicles from MN Highway 5
access Audubon Road and eventually the Paisley Park North Access, the lack of a left -tum lane along
southbound Audubon Road results in queues extending to MN Highway 5 during the weekday p.m.
peak hour. These types of queues create a safety issue, as well as a reduction in the overall efficiency
of the MN Highway 5/Audubon Road intersection operations.
Signal timing improvements alone would not address the operational and queuing issues associated
with the proximity of the Paisley Park North Access. Therefore, relocating the Paisley Park North
Access to a minimum of 100 feet south of its current location should be considered (Option 1).
However, the best operations would occur if the Paisley Park South Access was the primary
entrance/exit and the Paisley Park North Access was closed or converted to partial access (Option 2).
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Intersection
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Peak Hour
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(1) Indicates an unsignalized intersection with side -street stop control, where the overall LOS is shown followed by the worst
approach LOS. The delay shown represents the worst side -street approach delay.
To determine how the study intersection would be expected to operate if the Paisley Park North
Access were closed (Option 2), another year 2016 build intersection capacity analysis was completed.
This analysis assumed the traffic signal timing at the Audubon Road/MN Highway 5 intersection
would be optimized, as well as restriping the segment of Audubon Road south of MN Highway 5 to
include dedicated left -turn lanes at the Paisley Park South Access.
Results of the year 2016 intersection capacity analysis shown in Table 5 indicate that the study
intersections are expected to operate at an acceptable overall LOS C or better during the weekday
p.m. and Saturday midday peak hours with the Paisley Park North Access closure, restriping along
Audubon Road, and optimized signal timing. All queuing will be maintained within the existing turn
lanes.
Table 5 Year 2016 Build Intersection Capacity Analysis (Paisley Park North Access Closed)
Intersection
Weekday P.M.
Peak Hour
Saturday Midday
Peak Hour
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LOS
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Audubon Road and MN Highway 5
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A/B
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A/B
11 sec.
Audubon Road and Coulter Boulevard (1)
A/B
12 sec.
A/B
10 sec.
Audubon Road and Park Road (1)
A/B
11 sec.
A/B
1 10 sec.
(1) Indicates an unsignalized intersection with side -street stop control, where the overall LOS is shown followed by the worst
approach LOS. The delay shown represents the worst side -street approach delay.
Given the anticipated museum opening in early October 2016, there may not be sufficient time to
relocate/modify the Paisley Park North Access to ensure safe and efficient operations within the area.
Therefore alternative access to the site, particularly off-site shuttle service for guests, should be
considered until access to the site can be modified accordingly. Further discussion regarding access
and site improvements is provided later in this document.
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Parking Review
September 12, 2016
Based on a review of the current site layout, it is estimated that there is a total of approximately
165 parking spaces on site. Of these spaces, approximately 105 are located in the north parking lot,
42 are located in the south parking lot, and the remaining 18 spaces are in the underground garage.
With the assumptions used as part of the trip generation estimates (i.e. 65 guests per 10 -minute tour,
2.5 guests per vehicle, 70 -minute tour length, and 20 staff on site), the peak on-site parking demand
is estimated to be approximately 230 spaces. This accounts for guests arriving/departing at least
10 minutes before/after their respective tours.
With the estimated peak parking demand (230 spaces) and the existing parking supply (165 spaces),
there is expected to be a 65 space parking deficit. Given the anticipated museum opening in early
October 2016, there may not be sufficient time to relocate/modify/add parking. Therefore alternative
access to the site (i.e. shuttle service) or a reduction in overall tour guests (i.e. a maximum of 45 guests
per tour) should be considered until adequate parking can be provided.
Other Considerations
In addition to the traffic and parking issues identified, the following other items are offered for
consideration. An illustration of the potential access and parking modification options are shown in
Figures 5 and 6.
1) Given the traffic, access, and parking challenges identified as well as the expected opening in
October 2016, shuttle operations should be incorporated until adequate access and parking is
provided. Potential shuttle routing is provided in Figure 7.
2) Provide adequate on-site staffing and vehicle storage to ensure queues from entering guests do
not extend into Audubon Road. If adequate storage is not provided, a traffic control officer may
be needed at the Audubon Road/Main Entrance. Furthermore, the addition of a northbound
right -turn lane should be considered to reduce the potential for queuing issues on Audubon Road.
3) Consider the addition of pedestrian facilities (i.e. a sidewalk or trail), particularly along the east side
of the site to reduce potential conflicts.
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The following study conclusions and recommendations are offered for consideration:
1) The study intersections currently operate at an acceptable overall LOS B or better during the
weekday p.m. and Saturday midday peak hours. Side -street delays along Audubon Road are
relatively minimal. Northbound queues along Audubon Road extend beyond the existing Paisley
Park North Access approximately 50 percent of the weekday p.m. peak hour (-185 feet).
2) The proposed development is expected to generate up to approximately 312 peak hour trips
during a sold out condition. If each tour was sold out for the entire day, the site could generate
up to 4,000 daily trips.
3) Results of the year 2016 build intersection capacity analysis indicate that the study intersections
are expected to operate at an acceptable overall LOS D or better during the weekday p.m. and
Saturday midday peak hours. However, as westbound left -tum vehicles from MN Highway 5
access Audubon Road and eventually the Paisley Park North Access, the lack of a left -turn lane
along southbound Audubon Road results in queues extending to MN Highway 5 during the
weekday p.m. peak hour. These types of queues create a safety issue, as well as a reduction in the
overall efficiency of the MN Highway 5/Audubon Road intersection operations.
4) Signal timing improvements alone would not address the operational and queuing issues associated
with the proximity of the Paisley Park North Access. Therefore, relocating the Paisley Park
North Access to a minimum of 100 feet south of its current location should be considered
(Option 1). However, the best operations would occur if the Paisley Park South Access was
the primary entrance/exit and the Paisley Park North Access was closed or converted to
partial access (Option 2).
5) The study intersections are expected to operate at an acceptable overall LOS C or better during
the weekday p.m. and Saturday midday peak hours with the Paisley Park North Access closure
(Option 2), restriping along Audubon Road, and optimized signal timing. All queuing will be
maintained within the existing turn lanes.
6) Given the anticipated museum opening in early October 2016, there may not be sufficient time to
relocate/modify the Paisley Park North Access to ensure safe and efficient operations within the
area. Therefore alternative access to the site, particularly off-site shuttle service for guests,
should be considered until access to the site can be modified accordingly.
7) The current site layout can accommodate a total of approximately 165 parking spaces on site
(105 north lot, 42 south lot, 18 garage). The peak on-site parking demand is estimated to be
approximately 230 spaces, which results in a 65 space parking deficit.
a. Given the anticipated museum opening in early October 2016, there may not be sufficient
time to relocate/modify parking. Therefore alternative access to the site (i.e. shuttle
service) or a reduction in overall tour guests (i.e. a maximum of 45 guests per tour)
should be considered until adequate parking can be provided.
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8) Other considerations include:
a. Development of a shuttle routing plan.
b. Provide adequate on-site staffing and vehicle storage to ensure queues from entering
guests do not extend into Audubon Road. If adequate storage is not provided, a traffic
control officer may be needed at the Audubon Road/Main Entrance and/or the
addition of a northbound right -turn lane should be considered.
c. Consider the addition of pedestrian facilities (i.e. a sidewalk or trail), particularly along
the east side of the site to reduce potential conflicts.
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CITY OF CHANHASSEN
AFFIDAVIT OF MAILING NOTICE
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COUNTY OF CARVER )
I, Kim T. Meuwissen, being first duly sworn, on oath deposes that she is and was on
September 8, 2016 the duly qualified and acting Deputy Clerk of the City of Chanhassen,
Minnesota; that on said date she caused to be mailed a copy of the attached notice of a Rezoning
request for property located at 7801 Audubon Road from Industrial Office Park (IOP) to
Planned Unit Development IOP to facilitate the use of the building as a museum to the
persons named on attached Exhibit "A", by enclosing a copy of said notice in an envelope
addressed to such owner, and depositing the envelopes addressed to all such owners in the United
States mail with postage fully prepaid thereon; that the names and addresses of such owners were
those appearing as such by the records of the County Treasurer, Carver County, Minnesota, and
by other appropriate records.
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From: Jennifer <jsinger321@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, September 12, 2016 11:30 AM
Subject: Paisley Park Zoning Concerns
I have heard the news that the city is considering rezoning the Paisley Park property into a museum. I have heard many
things about this is what he wanted. The family and bank have reached out to a company that has run Graceland to run
tours of his complex. I have a variety of concerns about this project.
TRAFFIC
How will this impact the traffic and noise in the surrounding businesses and neighborhoods? In the business plan, they
seem to have a strict parking plan. What will happen to the people that arrive early and are not able to park on site? Do
we anticipate them hanging around on the street close by? Currently, there are dozens of businesses, including two
daycare centers next to Paisley Park. My concern is that it will cause more traffic on the adjacent roads, making it unsafe
for those children.
We currently have an issue with the traffic on Audubon from the Auto MotorPlex monthly shows. It's not safe to cross
the street there and I haven't seen the community do much to help with that. How can we expect that they will address
the Paisley Park museum correctly?
In the months following Prince's passing, the intersection at Audubon and Highway 5 had been closed. It took quite a
while for it to be opened up again to normal traffic again. During peak times like the opening, concerts, do you see this
happening again?
NOISE
When Prince was alive and performing, we often would hear him playing his music from our house. Should we be
expecting this type of noise today? Based on the business plan, they anticipate having up to 2,000 additional people
come through a day and potentially have visitors as late as midnight on the weekends. How do you see that effect his
neighbors?
In the weeks following his death, we were kept awake at night from passing new helicopters cover over our property in
hopes to get aerial shots of his house and grieving family. With the opening and other events that the museum may
hold, should we be expecting this type of disruption again?
COST
The company that would like to run the museum doesn't feel like the best choice. They seem to be trying to find a way
to maximize their profits with little regard to the community and potential guests to the museum. A fee of $37 would
cost a couple almost $80 to visit. At the costs proposed, it would be hard for regular families to able to go. Their policy to
only be able to purchase tickets online makes it more secure, but it is also challenging for individuals that do not have
access to the internet to see his place. This model seems like a way to gain more profits, and less about giving back the
community.
TAXES
What kind of tax revenues does the city expect to get? Where is this tax money going to be spent on? Will it be
reinvested in the community and schools? Or will it help pay for additional police to monitor the additional traffic it will
create? Will it be spent to update the roads around Paisley Park to assist with the additional traffic it will create?
CRIME
Do we anticipate it affecting any crime? This will bring an additional demographic of individuals to the community. While
they may have security up in the parking faculty of the museum, this is will not prevent people from committing crimes
elsewhere in the community. We will see increased traffic violations, speeding, and possible accidents.
MOTIVES
The company that wants to run this is not local. They do not know our community. They don't live here. To them, they
see it as a way to make a profit. Why did Price want his place to be a museum? So fans could see how he lived? So they
could see where he threw parties and what a recording studio looked like? It seems like a way to gawk at a dead man's
house, see his cars and other positions. What will people gain from this experience? Are they going to feel inspired to
break the mold and become famous so they can acquire these possessions?
If the price was lowered, and it was made so everyone could appreciate his legacy, instead of those with large
pocketbooks, I might understand the motivation for Chanhassen to approve it. As it stands now, it looks like a way for
people to make money off of his legacy.
ALTERNATIVES
Have they thought about renting it as a recording studio? Maybe creating some place for the community to utilize it
more? Create a music scholarship with the profits, or use the studio space for up and coming artist to rent out his studio
at reduced rates. This could give local musicians a chance that wouldn't normally to make their own music. Instead of
creating a place to gawk at his possessions, have some functionality to it. As a museum, it is only going to gain dust.
While Prince may have hoped that someday his home become a museum for his fans, that doesn't necessarily mean that
it is best for the community. One of the main reasons we moved to this community was the small town feel. As soon as
we got we have seen nothing but development. 1 respect his contributions to our community and the music industry, but
I want to make sure that he is respected in the correct way. He stood up for himself and his ability to control his music.
He has been an inspiration to many and I do feel that he was a gem in our community. He chose to live in this
community because of its small town feel away from the craziness of the music industry. In his death, I'm not sure he
would want his community he loved to be negatively impacted by him.
Thanks,
Jennifer Singer
8470 Pelican CT
Chanhassen MN
Aanenson, Kate
From: Kristi Strang <krististrang@hotmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, September 08, 2016 12:39 PM
To: Aanenson, Kate
Subject: Paisley Park
Hi Kate,
I am writing to you concerning the plan to turn Paisley Park into an museum. My main concern for this plan is
the traffic it will create. I live along Audubon Road and am concerned that people will use Audubon as their
route to Paisley Park. I ask that in your planning you figure out ways to direct people to take Highway 5 to
reach Paisley Park. I assume there will be Tourist Signs going up along the route, please place those along
Highway 5 rather than directing people through the residential area along Audubon. Also, I assume there will
be directions on the museum's website guiding people there. I hope you can work with the management
company to provide directions via Highway 5. Highway 5 is a state highway, whereas Audubon Road goes
through a residential area. Please keep in mind your citizens that live along this road.
Thank you,
Kristi Strang
1701 Valley Ridge Trail S.
Chanhassen
Aanenson, Kate
From: LynneI.Etling@Eaton.com
Sent: Friday, September 02, 2016 10:53 AM
To: Aanenson, Kate
Subject: Paisley Park Museum
Hi Kate,
I would like to comment on the above proposed request for rezoning as I too have the same concerns as Wendy
O'Connor and quite frankly many in our community.
What's the rush? Let's do this right so that the citizens of Chanhassen and our surrounding communities do not feel the
pain of the increased congestion on HWY 5 and 212. This was just submitted on 8/22/16, and it does not appear that
the traffic study will be done in time before this will be approved. Why are we not holding Bremer and Prince's family to
the same standards as other requestors?
It appears as though everyone is looking at the dollar signs and not focused on serving the citizens of our community,
which in my humble opinion should be their top priority.
If you remember, I strongly opposed letting a variance for a drive through for the proposed Milo's sub restaurant on
Century Blvd. Sadly it was passed anyway and was quickly changed to a Burger King! The citizens in this community
now suffer with the increased constant smell from their grill stack, the loud car stereos from the young clientele that it
attracts, as well as the mounting trash that blows all over our neighborhood because their dumpster is not big enough to
handle the trash for the whole development. Also, the city has never enforced any of the upkeep of the grounds of this
property as many dead bushes and trees remain missing.
My point is that I feel promises have been broken by our city council and our leaders in the past and now it seems as
though this museum is already a done deal. It leads me to suspect that there has been discussions in the works behind
the scenes to push this through—just for the sake of an increased tax base for our city.
I would like to see improvements done to Audubon and HWY 5 intersection as well as the creation of a 2,d parking lot on
the property that is owned across the street from Paisley Park as well as improvements to the fencing and landscaping
before this rezoning is approved and the museum is opened.
Thank you for your time.
Kind regards,
Lynne Etling
Chanhassen Resident
7681 Century Blvd
Chanhassen MN 55317
Aanenson, Kate
From:
SUSAN DAVIS <sdavisl0@mac.com>
Sent:
Thursday, September 01, 2016 3:48 PM
To:
Aanenson, Kate
Cc:
SUSAN DAVIS
Subject:
Paisley Park
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Good afternoon, I recently purchased an office condo on Stone Creek Drive to expand my mental health
practice/business. I have been in St. louis Park for 18 years and decided it was time to expand to the SW Metro. I turn
at Audubon and Coulter Blvd. to get to the office as will many of the clients that come to see the therapists and
psychiatrists at this location.
I do not support turning Paisley Park into a museum. There is considerable pedestrian congestion now. It is dangerous
to have to stop to allow pedestrians who run across the road, stop traffic. Audubon is a 2 lane road. How does the city
plan on addressing the traffic issues? Are clients going to have to drive to the next light, Galpin and backtrack to my
office? This will negatively impact my business and truthfully the lives of people suffering from mental health issues.
Imagine the anxiety this will produce when a client is stuck at the light at Audubon and as a result is late and/or too late
to make their appointment. Who is going to compensate the local businesses? Where in the world are people going to
park to see the museum? Oh, I see, you are going to allow "them" to tear down green space to build a parking lot. I
don't get it and disagree. How much more green space are we going to tear down for people to get rich? To suggest
that there will not be anymore traffic generated than General Mills? I find that hysterical. There is more traffic in and
out of Stone Creek than General Mills and the museum will certainly draw more.
Don't get me wrong, I like Prince. His loss is tragic and will have impact on the music world and our community for
years. His death could have been prevented had the need for secrecy and privacy not outweighed the need to get him
help. What this community needs is more clinics like mine to help individuals get well and not feel as though they need
to hide mental health or physical health issues either due to stigma, reprisal, or both.
Having said that, I do not support this endeavor. When are there going to be community meetings to voice concern for
this?
Susan Davis, LICSW
Executive Director
Choices Psychotherapy
612-991-7666
Aanenson, Kate
From: J Sparrow <sparrow9419@yahoo.com>
Sent: Thursday, August 2S, 2016 1:06 PM
To: Aanenson, Kate
Subject: Paisley Park
Greetings,
I would just like to extend my support and happiness for Paisley Park becoming a
museum.
My wife and I celebrated our 25th Wedding Anniversary in June and we stayed in
Chanhassen and hoped that sometime we would be able to come back to tour Paisley.
We love your city and will be staying there next week when we come back for The
Revolution concert in Minneapolis.
We know why Prince called Chanhassen home and look forward to our visit next week!
Paisley Park needs to be preserved and we are so glad it will be.
Thank you
John Sparrow
Whitmore Lake, Michigan
Aanenson, Kate
From: Stephanie Friant <stephaniehfriant@gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, August 26, 2016 7:14 PM
To: Aanenson, Kate
Subject: Paisley Park
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We moved to Bluff Creek Estates in the fall of 2014. We understood and accepted the businesses along
Audubon and the housing developments south of us.
We also assumed that at some point Paisley Park would become a museum. We see this as a good thing for the
city, but are worried about some aspects that seem to be overlooked.
Traffic Driving down Audubon multiple times a day, we will be impacted by the hourly increase of 150 cars
(either going in or out...). This is very different than the General Mills plant where they are coming in and out
at shift changes, which do not always align with general traffic hours and are not spread out, but kept to shift
changes. Also, this doubles the amount of cars per day. I can only assume that individual cars and buses will
be coming from both the south and north of Audubon. With the proposed shopping development, it is safe to
assume that many non -locals will be using Audubon between the two places. As I have personally seen more
and more non -locals disregarding that Audubon is a public - and local - street by either parking in the middle of
it or standing in the middle to take pictures (or just walking across right in front of incoming traffic) - I am
concerned for the long term "glitches".
Concern 1: People going South on Audubon turning Left across traffic into Paisley Park. The major increase
in this type of traffic is concerning - both from the perspective of those driving North past PP, but also backing
up into the intersection of 5 and Audubon.
Concern 2: The business plan indicates that individuals arrive PRIOR to their allotted time will be turned
away. Where will they go? How will these "inconvenienced people" who are not locals create driving issues
for others? Will they just park along the nearby roads or make risky turns?
Concern 3: The ongoing issue of those parking along McGlynn Drive and people walking across Audubon to
walk along the PP fence line. With tickets around $40 each, those who cannot afford it will continue to take
advantage of this parking area, in addition to those who make not have the time to go on the tour. The lack of a
crosswalk, or no -parking signs, or any other regulations are continuously leaving those who use Audubon
regularly to slow down and watch for pedestrians who are not always observant or walk swiftly (earlier this
week there was a bus load from a senior residence!). With PP hours being extended until l Opm, the darkness
will impact this situation also, especially during our early Winter nights. (Currently most visits to the PP fence
appear to be during daylight hours.) I am assuming this will be an huge issue again during the Ryder Cup, but
also do not see this going away. In fact, with the added traffic from the PP museum visitors, this may increase
the possibility of accidents, close -calls, etc. As in the early weeks following his death - avoiding it by going
down another street did not always eliminate the issue. ALSO, will all visitors have to enter PP by vehicle or
will they be allowed to walk in? This minor policy requirement may help with these issues (I personally would
rather walk a block and not have to wait after I'm done with the tour than have someone park my car.)
Concern 4: The Automotorplex will continue with it's monthly cars and coffee. They have made some change
with parking, which is helpful. However, how will this impact the PP visitors who are coming from either way
on Audubon and do not understand the additional traffic and why people are out on the streets? What about the
intersection of 5 and Audubon? And what if PP decides to host events or festivals on the same day?
Concern 5: Parking. I appreciate the idea of busing people in from MOA and the airport (despite them not
spending any money in Chanhassen). But I am concerned about the business plan including two times the
vague parking of employees at another site and busing in visitors too. Where are they assuming they will park
these people? Will they use Lake Ann park? Or the public parking ramps? Will this be a free service provided
by the city? Have they concerned purchasing the property across Audubon from PP on McGlynn drive for
additional parking and installing a pedestrian bridge over the road or a lighted crosswalk?
I would appreciate some feedback - at least that these concerns will be included in the overall public comments
or not summarily dismissed.
We love living here and despite the increasing business development, plan to continue to live here and be
contributing members of this community. (I work at Launch Ministry helping struggling 18-29 year olds in
Carver and Scott Counties.) Our children are enjoying a wonderful childhood here. We just don't want to see
this ruined by development that turns Chanhassen into another Eden Prairie. There is a reason why we live here
- and not in Hennepin County or in Minnetonka.
Thank you for your work. I'm sure it is a busy time!
Blessings!!!
Stephanie Friant
LaunchMinistry.org
SistersUnderTheTrees Bloe
Sisters UnderTheTrees on Etsv!
Concern 4: The Automotorplex will continue with it's monthly cars and coffee. They have made some change
with parking, which is helpful. However, how will this impact the PP visitors who are coming from either way
on Audubon and do not understand the additional traffic and why people are out on the streets? What about the
intersection of 5 and Audubon? And what if PP decides to host events or festivals on the same day?
Concern 5: Parking. I appreciate the idea of busing people in from MOA and the airport (despite them not
spending any money in Chanhassen). But I am concerned about the business plan including two times the
vague parking of employees at another site and busing in visitors too. Where are they assuming they will park
these people? Will they use Lake Ann park? Or the public parking ramps? Will this be a free service provided
by the city? Have they concerned purchasing the property across Audubon from PP on McGlynn drive for
additional parking and installing a pedestrian bridge over the road or a lighted crosswalk?
I would appreciate some feedback - at least that these concerns will be included in the overall public comments
or not summarily dismissed.
We love living here and despite the increasing business development, plan to continue to live here and be
contributing members of this community. (I work at Launch Ministry helping struggling 18-29 year olds in
Carver and Scott Counties.) Our children are enjoying a wonderful childhood here. We just don't want to see
this ruined by development that turns Chanhassen into another Eden Prairie. There is a reason why we live here
- and not in Hennepin County or in Minnetonka.
Thank you for your work. I'm sure it is a busy time!
Blessings!!!
Stephanie Friant
LaunchMinistry.orcl
SistersUnderTheTrees Bloe
Sisters UnderTheTrees on Etsy!
Aanenson, Kate
From: Wendy OConnor <mnoconnor@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, August 29, 2016 3:12 PM
To: Aanenson, Kate; Tjornhom, Bethany; Ryan, Elise; McDonald, Jerry; Campion, Dan;
Laufenburger, Denny
Subject: Paisley Park Proposal
Hello there,
I wanted to send an email in regards to the Paisley Park Museum Opening on 10/6.
I am concerned about the rush to get this Museum up and running so quickly. This was announced
to the community (& the world) on August 24th, with a request for changing the current zoning from an
Industrial Office Park to Planned Unit Development Industrial Office Park. The Planning Commission
Meeting with Public Input scheduled for September 20th and a Final Vote from City Council on
October 3rd (three days from proposed opening). I have read the business plan and it seems pretty
solid. My concern for our community is that the traffic study has not been submitted. As a matter of
fact, no other project documents are available for review other than the letters of recommendation
and excitement from the City, the Mayor, and Bremer Trust.
In general terms, it takes about 60 days for a project to be approved and ready to go. With documents
and applications etc being available for all community members so we can be as informed as
possible prior to the Planning Commission Meeting.
As an example, I pulled a few plans that have been approved. The differences between the Chick Fil
A plan and the Paisley Park Plan are obvious. 29 planning documents versus zero planning
documents yet the timing of Chick Fil A is longer and it would seem that Chick Fil A will not be
drawing in guests from around the world. Around the state perhaps, but not around the world.
Chick Fil A plan:
Proposal: 3/18/16
Planning Commission Meeting with
City Council Meeting: 5/9/16
Letter of Approval: 5/16/16
60 Day Review Date: 5/17/16
29 Project Documents
Public Input: 4/19/16
Paisley Park Plan:
Business Plan (no proposal): 8/19/16
Planning Commission Meeting with Public Input: 9/20/16
City Council Meeting: 10/3/16
60 Day Review Date: Should be 10/19/16
Museum Opening 10/6/16
Zero Project Documents
If the current traffic and guests are already an indication on how this will go, I think it can be managed
and this company seems committed to doing so; but not unless there is a detailed Traffic Study. In
my opinion, the Hwy 5 entrance to Audubon needs to be immensely improved over the next few
months with partnership from the state. I think the Museum opening should be held off until the
improvements are completed. If you put the cart before the horse and open the Museum prior to
improvements being made, the traffic will be even worse once construction starts because we will
have this influx of cars that will be unable to utilize Hwy 5 during the construction. I realize that this is
a State Highway, but it is the job of our city leaders to manage safety and security for all residents
and visitors, if we cannot have acceleration lanes to improve the merge onto Hwy 5, we are selling
our city and ourselves short.
In some of the prior development proposals I looked at, things like examples of landscaping, bike
racks, & benches to make sure that the proposal is aesthetically pleasing as well as ADA
compliant. If all they are changing is the driveway, shouldn't there be a proposal of what that will look
like? Will the sidewalks around PP be improved to accommodate the increase in foot traffic? If so,
who will be responsible for improvement? Will the Estate be responsible to make sure people are
not crossing outside of the crosswalk? How is this influx of people and cars affecting our
environment? Are there garbage cans/recycling onsite or nearby? These are the types of things that
should be addressed prior to opening this as a fully functioning Museum.
It's an exciting opportunity for our community but I think the rush to get it started is not in everyone's
best interest. It's definitely in the interest of Prince's Estate. We have all seen the news reports about
a huge tax bill looming. That is no reason to put our community and infrastructure in jeopardy.
Paisley Park is already selling tickets, the city website basically has it billed as a done deal, while the
community members that will endure the congestion, traffic and confusion have not even been heard
from and will not be heard from until the Planning Committee Meeting on September 20th, with voting
by City Council expected on 10/3 - three days prior to Museum opening.
My opinion may not be a popular one, but my concern that the world will be watching when this
Museum opens. If the city isn't prepared we will only have ourselves to hold accountable.
Sincerely,
Wendy OConnor
1702 Valley Ridge Trail North
Chanhassen Resident for 17 years
Wendy OConnor I mnoconnor@yahoo.com 1612.770.1203
To: Kate Aanenson
To: Chanhassen City Council
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
As I read the Traffic Study I noticed that they have made several great suggestions that I'm
hoping will be completed prior to the Museum opening. Since the site will only be closed on
Thanksgiving and Christmas, there is no time like the present to execute on the suggestions.
Here are my concerns that weren't addressed in the Traffic Study:
• Parking issues - while the addition of 65 parking spaces will account for the 230 required
spaces, there is no consideration on snowfall and the need for additional spaces during
the winter in Minnesota.
• The Traffic Study referred to the planned hours for the tours, but did not offer any opinion
on them. Paisley Park has requested hours of 9-9 every day except Christmas and
Thanksgiving. As everyone is aware, Graceland Holdings is managing Paisley Park
Museum. Graceland has hours of 9-5 Monday thru Saturday and 9-4 on Sunday. Given
the size difference of Paisley Park (9 acres) and Graceland (14 acres), I would suggest
that 9-5 would be more than adequate time for the Museum to operate.
• "McGlynn Road and the existing Paisley Park access locations were not reviewed
as part of the existing conditions due to limited activity." This is important. There is
no crosswalk at McGlynn and pedestrians are crossing in 45mph traffic.
What defines limited activity? Cars or pedestrians? I personally sat at the corner of
McGlynn and Audubon on Saturday September 3rd for two hours. Starting at 1:37pm I
counted 174 cars pulling in to McGlynn from both directions on Audubon (I didn't count
going out). McGlynn was constantly full on both sides of the street and in the daycare
driveway. From those 174 cars, I counted 622 pedestrians crossing the street back and
forth at McGlynn and the south entrance to Paisley Park. Most of them were on their
phones using Social Media to check in and share where they were with their
friends. These distracted pedestrians were crossing 45mph street without a crosswalk.
I'm sure that the Paisley Park management team is confident that many of the visitors will
purchase tickets for the tour, but I can tell you many of the people that I talked to were
simply curious. These individuals will continue to come and look no matter how many
tours are offered. They are not there to spend $50 for an entrance fee, they just want to
see what this is all about. These are the people that we need to protect as there is
nothing in the Traffic Study in regards to addressing the pedestrians.
This crosswalk that isn't a legal crosswalk appears to be endorsed by the city as I saw
the Community Service Officer drive past twice that Saturday only slowing down to let
pedestrians cross the street. The Officer drove down Audubon a third time and entered
McGlynn. She sat at the end of the cul de sac for about 15 minutes and then drove away
without walking out and approaching any of the pedestrians crossing. Based upon that
very unscientific observation, the City of Chanhassen appears to be allowing this
pedestrian crossing to continue & will be held accountable when there is an accident.
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There are real issues that continue to concern me about this project. In my opinion it is being
rushed through with little concern for the community, visitors and infrastructure. Limited parking
spaces and snowfall, long hours of operation, and pedestrian crossing need to be addressed
thoughtfully prior to approval by the Planning Commission and the City Council.
Thank you so much for considering my opinion.
Sincerely,
Wendy OConnor