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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSeptember 3, 2002PLAaNNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING SEPTEM3ER 3, 2002 7:00 PM The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Commission Chair, Tom Ramsdell. Roll Call: Commission Members present-Yehle, Ericson, Schmitt, Ramsdell, and Johnson Also present were Tim Johnson (City Planner), Shelley Hanson (Secretary) and Marlaine Szurek (Council Representative). Motion by Yehle, second by Ericson, to approve the minutes from the meeting of August 6, 2002. All ayes. MOTION PASSED. PUBLIC HEARINGS Case #: 2002-0908 3906 Reservoir Blvd Lot Split Ten'ell Berglund A request has been made for a lot split of the property located at 3906 Reservoir Blvd. NE. Currently 3906 Reservoir Blvd. is one parcel measuring 60 feet by 160 feet. The applicant is proposing to split the property down the center, thereby creating twinhome zero lot line parcels. Section 9.410(4) of the Columbia Heights Zoning Ordinance requires that an application for a lot split be reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission which shall provide a report to the City Council either recommending approval or denial of the proposed lot split. There are no previous Planning and Zorfing Commission cases on this site. The surrounding property is zoned R-2, single and two family residential and is used residentially, as well as two apartment buildings across the alley to the west. Technical Review: Section 9.410(5) of the Columbia Heights Zoning Ordinance regulates lot area, width, and yard requirements in the R-2 District, and Section 9.603 regulates accessory structures. Applicable requirements are as follows: Minimum l°t size shall be 9,000 square feet for both twin.home lots, or 4,500 for each twinhome lot. Parcel "A" will be 4,500 square feet and Parcel "B" will be 5,100 square feet, both of which will meet the minimum size requirements. Minimum lot width shall be 60 feet-Both parcels together are 60 feet wide, meeting requirements. Front yard shall be a minimum of 25 feet. However, staffis requiring this structure to be 50 feet fi.om the fi.ont yard property line, because the average front yard setback for adjacent structures is much greater than required by Ordinance. The ordinance indicates the required setback shall not be more than tiny (50) feet. The proposed twinhome structure on Parcel A and Parcel B will be 50 feet from the front property line, in line with the structure to the south. PLANNING & ZOND4'G MD4'U'TES SEPTEMBER 3, 2002 PAGE 2 Rear yard shall be 20% of lot depth. The proposed twinhome buildings on Parcel A and Parcel B will both meet this requirement. Side yards shall be at least five feet. The proposed twinhome buildings on Parcel A and Parcel B will both exceed the five foot requirement. Detached accessory structures shall be at least 3 feet away from side and rear property lines. The proposed detached garages for Parcel A and Parcel B which will face the alley, will be approximately 9 feet from the side property I/ne and will be set back 20 feet from the rear line. Any lot under 6,500 square feet may have a building lot coverage of up to 35%-the lot coverages of Parcel A and Parcel B will be right at 35%, so the proposal meets these requirements also. Planner Johnson did point out that this property is just to the east of the Mady's site which is being considered for redevelopment. This redevelopment may impact the future use of the properties in the area. However, with this fact acknowledged, the Commission must now consider the lot split being requested which would allow the owner to proceed with his proposed plan. The City Comprehensive Plan designates this area for future low density residential development, and the intended use of the property is consistent with the Comp Plan. The proposal also meets the minimum requirements of the Columbia Heights Zoning Ordinance. Staff, therefore, recommends approval of the lot split. This will be the third twinhome constructed in Columbia Heights. Yehle questioned whether the owners had considered building a single family home on the site. Mr. Berglund answered that they had considered a double bungalow, but liked the twinhome concept better. It would be a good use of the land and two homes would create a larger tax base. He went on to explain that he would be moving into one side and the other home would be sold. It will not be rental property. The Commission members concurred that they liked the proposal with the detached garages. They felt it would be a better fit for the neighborhood. Mr. Berglund stated they felt the same, but would have to look at set backs, costs, and yard size before making a final decision on which plan to build. Motion by Ramsdell, second by Yehle, to recommend City Council approval of Resolution 2002- 55for the lot split of 3960 Reservoir Blvd, as it is consistent with City subdivision standards. All ayes. MOTION PASSED. PLANNING & ZONING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 3, 2002 PAGE 3 NEW BUSINESS FUTURE SALE OF 325 SUMMIT ST NE-- The existing city owned single family home at 325 Summit St which recently had a small piece subdivided off to accommodate plans for the redevelopment of an adjoining parcel of land, will be put back on the market and sold through a bidding process. It is intended that this property be sold as a single family home. There are no redevelopment plans for this particular piece of property. The Comprehensive Plan designates this property for Transit-Oriented Development. Maintaining the existing use as a residential property would be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Motion by Ericson, second by Ramsdell to support the action of the City Council for the future sale of the property at 325 Summit St. All ayes. MOTION PASSED. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS Upcoming First Ring Suburb Planning Forum: Planner Johnson reminded Commission members about the meeting the City of Richfield is hosting to discuss issues important to all the first ring suburbs including the age of the current housing stock, redevelopment projects, funding concerns, etc. The meeting is being held on September 9, 2002, in the evening. Planner Johnson needs to notify Richfield on the number attending, so please contact him if you intend to participate. MN State Planning Conference: Enclosed in the agenda packet was information on this fall's Planning Conference being held in Minneapolis, September 11-13, 2002. If anyone wishes to attend, please contact Planner Johnson so the registration can be sent in. Motion by Yehle, second by Schmitt, to adjourn the meeting at 7:20 pm. All ayes. Respectfully submitted, Shelley Hanson Secretary