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CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
590 40th Avenue N.E" Columbia Heights, MN 55421-3878 (763) 706-3600 TDD (763) 706-3692
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MEMBERS:
Marlainc Szurek, Chair
Donna Schmitt
Rob Fiorendino
Mike Peterson
David Thompson
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING
7:00 PM, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2008
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
590 40TII AVENUE NE
1. Roll Call
2. Minutes from the Plmming and Zoning Commission Meeting of
November 5, 2008
3. Public Heal"ings:
Case #2008-1201 Variance
4826 West Upland Crest
Mary Zahorsky
Case #2008-1202 Site Plan
4621 Central Avenue
Speedy Signs and Graphics
4. New Business
5. Other Business
6. Adjourn
The Responsibility of the Planning Commission is to:
. Faithfully serve the public interest.
. Represent existing and future residents, and base our decisions and recommendations
on the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance.
. Recognize the rights of citizens to participate in planning decisions.
. Protect the natural environment and thc heritage of tbe built environment.
. Exercise fair, honest, and independent judgment.
. Abstain from participation when they may directly or indirectly benefit from a planning
decision.
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 5, 2008
7:00 PM
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Vice-Chair-Donna Sclunitt.
Commission Members present- Thompson, Fiorendino, Schmitt, and Peterson.
Commission Members absent- Szurek.
Also present were Jeff Sargent (City Planner), Gary Peterson (Council Liaison), and Shelley Hanson
(Secretary).
Motion by Thompson, seconded by Fiorendino, to approve the minutes/rom the meeting a/October 7,
2008. All ayes. MOTION PASSED.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
CASE NUMBER:
APPLICANT:
LOCATION:
REQUEST:
2008-1101
City of Columbia Heights
950 40th Avenue NE
Lot Split
INTRODUCTION
Sargent explained that the Citr. of Columbia Heights is requesting a minor subdivision (lot split) for the
property located at 950 - 40" Avenue NE per Code Section 9.104 (J). Currently, tlle City owns the
propeliy, which consists of a parking ramp and plaza area. The City would like to split the land containing
the plaza area off from the parking ramp at this time, creating two separate lots.
The plaza area is a "self-defined parcel" described in an existing 1982 development agreement between the
City of Columbia Heights and the office building to the west. The proposal is to utilize the plaza area in an
exchange program with the current owners of tl1e office building. The plaza area would be acquired from
the city in exchange for exterior investments into the office building, which would help complete an overall
renovation of the offices. It should be noted that the Planning Commission's role should be focused on the
technical pOliion of the request, and all details relating to the exchange program will be dealt with
separately.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The Comprehensive Plan guides this area as Commercial. A lot split which effectively transfers the
ownership of a parcel of land from one entity to another is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
ZONING ORDINANCE
The property is zoned CBD, Central Business District. The use of the property is controlled by an
agreement between the City of Columbia Heights and the current owners of the office building, and is
permitted in the CBD District.
PARK DEDICATION. The park dedication fee for this property is $1,500. This amount is 10% of the
estimated value of the land in question. The park dedication fee shall be paid at the time ofthe recording of
the subdivision with Anoka County.
Plmming & Zoning Commission Minutes
Page 2
November 5, 2008
FINDINGS OF FACT (Minor Subdivision)
Section 9.104 (J) of the Zoning Ordinance outlines eight conditions that must be met in order for the City to
grant a minor subdivision. They are as follows:
(a) The proposed subdivision ofland will not result in more than three lots.
The proposed subdivision will result in the creation of t11'0 parcels.
(b) The proposed subdivision of land does not involve the vacation of existing easements.
No existing easements will be vacated as a result of the proposed minor subdivision.
(c) All lots to be created by the proposed subdivision conform to lot area and width requirements
established for the zoning district in which the property is located.
There is no minimum lot area requirement for the CBD District. The minimum lot width in the
CBD is 20 feet. The proposed new lot will meet these minimum requirements.
(d) The proposed subdivision does not require the dedication of public rights-of-way for the
purpose of gaining access to the property.
The property currently has adequate access to 40th Avenue and will not require a dedication of
the public right-of way for access pU/1Joses.
(e) The property has not previously been divided through the minor subdivision provisions of this
article.
This property has not been previously subdivided through the minor subdivision process.
(f) The proposed subdivision does not hinder the conveyance of land.
This is a true statement.
(g) The proposed subdivision does not hinder the making of assessments or the keeping of records
related to assessments.
This is a true statement.
(h) The proposed subdivision meets all of the design standards specified in Section 9.114.
Section 9.114 refers to the subdivision regulations set forth in the City's Zoning Code. The
proposed subdivision meets all of the design standards specified in this section.
Sargent explained that an agreement is being negotiated between the City and the new owners of the office
building that will go before the City Council on November 24, 2008. Therefore, consideration of this lot
split will also go before the City Council on that date if the agreement is approved. He reviewed pictures of
the improvements that recently have been made to the exterior of the building, showing the new owner's
conmlitment to update the property.
Questions from members:
Fiorendino asked if the lot will be split on the east or west side of the alley. Sargent stated it would be
along the east side, next to the parking ramp.
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NOVEMBER 5, 2008
Schmitt asked who would be paying the Park Dedication fees. Sargent said that is patt of the agreement
still being negotiated. She then asked to have the Plaza area defined. Sargent explained it includes the 2nd
floor patio/plaza area and the piece underneath used as the drive-through for the bank. This entire piece is
used by the tenants ofthe adjacent commercial building.
Public Hearing Opened.
No one wished to speak on this issue.
Public Hearing: Closed.
Motion by Peterson, seconded by Fiorendino, that the Planning Commission recommends the City Council
approve the minor subdivision of the property located at 950 - 40'h Avenue, subject to certain conditions of
approval that have been found to be necessary to protect the public interest and ensure compliance with the
provisions of the Zoning and Development Ordinance, including:
1. All applications materials, maps, drawings and descriptive information submitted with this
application shall become part of the permit.
2. The applicant shall pay a park dedication fee in the amount of$I, 500, due at the time of the
recording of the minor subdivision with Anoka County.
All Ayes. MOTION PASSED. The following Resolution will be considered by the City Council on
November 24, 2008.
DRAFT RESOLUTION NO. 2008-XX
RESOLUTION APPROVING A MINOR SUBDIVISION
WITH CERTAIN CONDITIONS FOR THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
WHEREAS, a proposal (Case No. 2008-1101) has been submitted by the City of Columbia Heights requesting a
subdivision from the City of Columbia Heights Subdivision Code at the following site:
ADDRESS: 950 - 40th Avenue NE
EXISTING LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On File at City Hall
PROPOSED LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On File at City Hall
THE APPLICANT SEEKS APPROVAL OF A MINOR SUBDIVISION.
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the advice and recommendations of the Planning Commission
regarding the effect of the proposed subdivision upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community and its
Comprehensive Plan, as well as any concerns related to traffic, property values, light, air, danger of fire, and risk to
public safety, in the surrounding area; and has held the required public hearing on this proposal on November 5,
2008.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights after reviewing
the proposal, that the City Council accepts and adopts the following findings of the Planning Commission:
I. The proposed subdivision of land will not result in more than three lots.
2. The proposed subdivision of land does not involve the vacation of existing easements.
3. All lots to be created by the proposed subdivision conform to lot area and width requirements
established for the zoning district in which the property is located.
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NOVEMBER 5, 2008
4. The proposed subdivision does not require the dedication of public rights-of-way for the purpose of
gaining access to the propelty.
5. The property has not previously been divided tlu'ough tile minor subdivision provisions of this
alticle.
6. The proposed subdivision does not hinder the conveyance of land.
7. The proposed subdivision does not hinder the making of assessments or the keeping of records
related to assessments.
8. The proposed subdivision meets all of the design standards specified in the &9.114.
FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the attached condition, plans, maps, and other information shall
become part of this subdivision approval.
CONDITIONS:
1. All applications materials, maps, drawings and descriptive information submitted with this
application shall become part of the permit.
2. The applicant shall pay a park dedication fee in the amount of$1,500, due at the time of the
recording of the minor subdivision with Anoka County.
OTHER BUSINESS
Taco Bell held their Gralld Opening last week. Border Foods may bring plans in for the propelty adjacent
to this site soon.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Shelley Hanson
Secretary
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
PLANNING REPORT
CASE NUMBER:
2008-1201
DATE:
October 7,2008
TO:
Columbia Heights Planning Commission
APPLICANT:
Mary Zahorsky
LOCATION:
4826 West Upland Crest
REQUEST:
2-foot Building Setback Variance
PREPARED BY:
Jeff Sargent, City Planner
INTRODUCTION
At this time, Ms. Zahorsky is requesting a 2-foot side yard setback variance in order to
construct an addition to her house located at 4826 West Upland Crest. The applicant
stated that the previous homeowner converted a portion of a fenced-in area along the
north side of the house into an enclosed storage space by placing a sub-standard roof
over the area.
The storage area in question was in dire need of repair, so the applicant decided to
repair it. During the construction phase, the Building Official stopped the work because
no permit had been issued. When the applicant applied for the permit, it was
discovered that the building was too close to the side property line. After reviewing the
City records, it was also discovered that the previous homeowner failed to pull a permit
for the initial construction of the storage area.
The space in question is considered to be an addition to the principal structure since it
incorporates a roof that is attached to the house. For this reason, the addition must
meet all setback and building code requirements in order for it to be built. The Building
Department indicated that the wall closest to the north property line would need to be a
solid wall with a one-hour separation. Proper frost footing will also be required.
Because the structure is too close to the side lot line, a 2-foot variance is required.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The Comprehensive Plan guides this area as residential. A variance to allow an
addition to a preexisting residential dwelling would be consistent with the intent of the
Comprehensive Plan guiding of the area.
City of Columbia Heights Pianning Commission
4826 W. Upiand Crest
December 2, 2008
Case # 2008-1201
ZONING ORDINANCE
The property located at 4826 West Upland Crest is zoned R-2A, One and Two Family
Residential, and is also located within the Shoreland District of Highland Lake. The side
yard setback requirement for houses constructed in the R-2A District is 5 feet. The
proposed addition will be located 3 feet from the side lot line. For this reason, a 2-foot
side yard setback variance is required.
SHORELAND DISTRICT. The property at 4826 West Upland Crest is located within the
Shoreland District of Highland Lake. The Shoreland Ordinance was established in
order to help protect impaired waterways throughout the City of Columbia Heights. One
way the ordinance accomplishes this is to require no more than 35% of a property be
covered with hard surface materials. This ensures a low rate of rainwater runoff and
helps reduce the amount of sediment entering the protected lakes.
The property at 4826 West Upland Crest is approximately 13,513 square feet in area,
allowing up to 4,729.5 square feet to be covered with hard surface materials. With the
proposed addition to the house, the property will have approximately 3,300 square feet
of hard surface material covering the lot, or 24.4%. This meets the City's minimum
requirement for hard surface coverage in the Shoreland District.
FINDINGS OF FACT (Variance)
Section 9.104 (G) of the Zoning Ordinance outlines five findings of fact that must be met
in order for the City Council to grant a variance. They are as follows:
a) Because of the particular physical surroundings, or the shape, configuration,
topography, or other conditions of the specific parcel of land involved, strict
adherence to the provisions of this article would cause undue hardship.
The applicant stated that the hardship in this case revolves around the fact that
the structure was in place at the time they purchased the house, and that they
were unaware that the structure was illegal. Repairing the existing structure
would retain the use of the area as a storage shed and aid in the correction of a
rainwater runoff problem that the property has had for quite some time. The
erosion that has occurred between this property and the property to the north has
been a huge concern and needs to be remedied. The expense associated with
tearing the structure down and repairing the house was also never a factor in the
purchase ofthe house in the first place.
b) The conditions upon which the variance is based are unique to the specific
parcel of land involved and are generally not applicable to other properties
within the same zoning classification.
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City of Columbia Heights Planning Commission
4826 W. Upland Crest
December 2, 2008
Case # 2008-1201
The variance is based on an attempt to make a previously illegal construction
project compliant with the City Code. Although the addition to the house was
done without a permit and placed on the property in an improper location, the
applicant would still like to be able to retain the use of the storage area, and do
so in a legal manner. This is a fairly unique situation to have on a property.
c) The difficulty or hardship is caused by the provisions of this article and has
not been created by any person currently having a legal interest in the
property.
The current owners of the property had no input on the construction of the
storage space. They would, however, like to be able to retain its use as a
storage area.
d) The granting of the variance is in harmony with the general purpose and
intent of the comprehensive plan.
The granting of the variance would support the use of the property as residential
and the guidance of the property as residential.
e) The granting of the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public
welfare or materially injurious to the enjoyment, use, development or value of
property or improvements in the vicinity.
The granting of the variance would make an existing situation legal. Being that
the City has had no complaints regarding the construction or placement of the
storage area, the granting of the variance would not affect the use of property in
the vicinity.
RECOMMENDATION
Motion: That the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council approve the
2-foot side yard setback variance per Code Section 9.109 (C) of the City Code, subject
to certain conditions of approval that have been found to be necessary to protect the
public interest and ensure compliance with the provisions of the Zoning and
Development Ordinance, including:
1. All application materials, maps, drawings, and descriptive information submitted
with the application shall become part of the permit.
2. The wall adjacent to the north property line shall be a solid wall with a one-hour
fire-rated separation.
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City of Columbia Heights Planning Commission
4826 W. Upland Crest
December 2, 2008
Case # 2008-1201
3. Proper frost footings, approved by the Building Official, shall be installed for the
addition.
ATTACHMENTS
. Draft Resolution
. Location Map
. Site Plan
. Letter From Applicant
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RESOLUTION NO. 2008-XX
RESOLUTION APPROVING A VARIANCE
FROM CERTAIN CONDITIONS
OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ZONING CODE
FOR MARY ZAHORSKY
WHEREAS, a proposal (Case # 2008-1201) has been submitted by Mmy Zahorsky to the City
Council requesting a variance from the City of Columbia Heights Zoning Code at the following site:
ADDRESS: 4826 W. Uplmld Crest
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On file at City Hall.
THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING RELIEF: A 2-foot side yard setback
varimlce for the construction of an addition per Code Section 9.109 (C).
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a public hearing as required by the City Zoning
Code on December 2,2008;
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the advice and recommendations of the Plalll1ing
Commission regarding the effect ofthe proposed variance upon the health, safety, at1d welfm'e ofthe
cOlmnunity and its Comprehensive Plan, as well as any concern related to traffic, property values,
light, air, danger of fire, and risk to public safety, in the surrounding area;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Cohunbia Heights
that the City Council accepts and adopts the following findings of the Plalll1ing Commission:
1. Because of the particular physical surroundings, or the shape, configuration, topography,
or other conditions of the specific parcel ofland involved, where strict adherence to the
provisions of this Ordinance would cause undue hardship.
2. The conditions upon which the variance is based are unique to the specific parcel ofland
involved and are generally not applicable to other propelties within the same zoning
classification.
3. The difficulty or hardship is caused by the provisions of this Ordinance and has not been
created by any person currently having legal interest in the property.
4. The granting of the variance is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the
Comprehensive Plan.
5. The granting of the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or
materially injurious to the enjoyment, use, development or value of propelty or
improvements in the vicinity.
Resolution No. 2008-XX
Page 2
FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the attached plans, maps, and other information shall become
part of this variance and approval; and in granting this variance the city and the applicant agree that
this val'iance shall become null and void if the project has not been completed within one (1)
calendar year after the approval date, subject to petition for renewal of the permit.
CONIDTIONS ATTACHED:
1. All application materials, maps, drawings, and descriptive information submitted with the
application shall become part of the permit.
2. The wall adjacent to the north property line shall be a solid wall with a one-hour fire-rated
separation.
3. Propel' frost footings, approved by the Building Official, shall be installed for tile addition.
Passed tlus _ day of December, 2008
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call: Ayes: Nays:
Mayor Gary 1. Peterson
Attest:
Patricia Muscovitz, CMC
City Clerk
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City of Columbia Heights
590 40th Avenue NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
To whom it may concern,
We live at 4832 West Upland Crest and we are writing today because we understand
there has been a complaint concerning the repair and rebuilding of the pre~existi.ng
structure at 4826 W Upland Crest.
We have been increasingly concerned about the water runoff between our houses where
the ground has become soft because of the erosion that has been taking place. Earlier this
summer Mark Hiel asked if it would be ok ifhe replaced the structure on his house to tIy
and alleviate this situation.
We are in favor of this project as long as the water from the roof is properly redirected
into the back yard so further erosion may be avoided. Mark is also filling in the eroded
ground and has plans to continue building up tllat palt of tlle hill tlmt our homes are built
on so no fmther damage will occur.
Sincerely,
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Barry Markley
Marie L. Markley
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October 7, 2008
City of Columbia Heights
Community Development Department
Mr. Jeff Sargent, City Planner
590 40th Avenue NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Dear Mr. Sargent
I am writing today in response to a letter dated October 1, 2008 from Mr. Lawrence
Pepin. After Mark Hiel spoke with you on October 6, 2008 it has come to my attention
there has been a complaint concerning the existing structure aud per that conversation I
am filing a Variance Application at this time.
The shucture in question was existing at the time I purchased the home in 2001, it was
originally built out of substandard material and was used for storage purposes. When the
home was purchased and inspected there was no indication of improper materials used,
any foundation damage or ground erosion due to improper water runoff.
Over the course of time, because of the improper water runoff and erosion that was
occurring the concrete slab cracked and sunk several inches, the foundation of our home
has shifted and is cracked as well and much of the existing structure was rotted due to
this water runoff problem. During reconshuction of the structure several feet of footing
was added to the back side of the slab and several hundred pounds of concrete was
poured in order to shore up that side of the existing slab and foundation so further erosion
damage could possibly be avoided. In 2005 we added gutters to the upper portion of the
house; however that remedy did not fix the problem of water running off the house onto
the slab causing the erosion to continue, so during reconstruction we added a roofto the
fence in order to properly redirect the water runoff away from the house and slab.
Before receiving your letter and advice to stop construction until this matter could be
resolved the next step is to add a gutter system that would properly redirect the water
back toward the lake into our yard along the existing drainage field that lUns under the
fenced in area of the back yard routing the water into the raspberry patch at the bottom of
the hilL Completion of the gutter system would eliminate all unnecessary water flow and
erosion between the two homes, stopping more damage to our home and preventing any
possible damage to our neighbor's foundation. When that is complete we will of course
repaint the structure as it currently is not the intended finish.
Before we started construction we asked the neighbor ifit would be ok with them if we
tore down and reconstructed the existing structure. Another reason that prompted
recilllStruction at this time was because the ground between the houses bad become so
extremely soft that walkingiu that area had become treacherous, so much so that this past
June I was injured enough to warrant a hip to the ER in an ambulance, by falling into the
eroded unstable ground while doing yard work on that side of tile house.
Please find a copy of the letter of acceptance from the adjoining neighbor along with the
variance application form and check in the amount $235.00 for the variance fee.
Thank you for your time concerning this matter. Please contact me with any further
questions or instructions.
Sincerely,
\
Mary Zahorsky
Mark Hiel
4826 West Upland Crest
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CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
PLANNING REPORT
CASE NUMBER:
2008-1202
DATE:
December 2, 2008
TO:
Columbia Heights Planning Commission
APPLICANT:
Speedy Signs and Graphics
LOCATION:
4621 Central Avenue
REQUEST:
Site Plan Approval for signage
PREPARED BY:
Jeff Sargent, City Planner
INTRODUCTION
At this time, Speedy Signs and Graphics is requesting a site plan approval for new
signage at 4621 Central Avenue. The tenant space is the location of the old Cousin's
Subs, and more recently the Saigon Delight Vietnamese Restaurant. The Planning
Commission reviewed a site plan for a new freestanding monument sign for the Saigon
Delight restaurant in October of 2007. A monument sign was never constructed and the
restaurant went out of business. The current proposal is for a new monument sign for
Mr. BBQ at the same location.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The Comprehensive Plan guides this area for Commercial related activities. One of the
goals of the Comprehensive Plan is to provide opportunities and mechanisms for
successful redevelopment of targeted areas within the community, by enhancing the
image and viability of the Central Avenue corridor. One way to accomplish this goal is
for the businesses along Central Avenue to conform to the Design Guidelines for
commercial-related activity. By using a monument sign instead of the pylon sign, Mr.
BBQ's signage plan would be consistent with the Design Guidelines and thus consistent
with the Comprehensive Plan.
ZONING ORDINANCE
The property is located in the General Business District (GB), as are the properties to
the north and south. The properties to the east are zoned R-3, Multiple Family
Residential and the properties to the west are in the City of Hilltop. The subject parcel
is also located within the Design Overlay Highway District, and is subject the regulations
for such properties.
City of Columbia Heights Planning Commission
4621 Central Avenue, Mr. BBQ
December 2, 2008
Case # 2008-1202
The City Code at Section 9.106 (P)(12) states that monument signs in the GB District
shall be limited to 40 square feet per side, eight feet in height, and shall be set back a
minimum of five feet from all property lines. The applicant's sign plan indicates that the
monument sign will be five (5) feet in height and 35 square feet in area. The site plan
for the sign also indicates that the monument sign will be located six (6) feet from the
front property line.
The applicant stated that they would utilize the same space as the previous tenant for
permanent wall signage on the building. The wall signage used for Mr. BBQ would be
considered a reface of an existing wall sign and is not subject to site plan approval.
DESIGN GUIDELINES
SIGNAGE. The Design Guidelines prohibit the use of pylon signs and require that all
monument signs be constructed of materials compatible with those that are used on the
principal structure. The proposed plans indicate that the monument sign's base will be
constructed of synthetic stucco and will be colored to match the building.
The Design Guidelines also prohibit internally lit box signs. The proposed monument
sign incorporates internally lit channel letters, which would be consistent with the intent
of the Design Guidelines.
FINDINGS OF FACT
Site Plan Approval
Section 9.104 (M) requires that the Planning and Zoning Commission shall make each
of the following findings before approving a site plan:
1. The site plan conforms to all applicable requirements of this article
The proposed site plan meets all the Design Guidelines standards for monument
signs in relation to the color of the sign and the types of materials used to
construct it.
2. The site plan is consistent with the applicable provisions of the city's
comprehensive plan.
The proposed sign plan is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, as it is
consistent with the Design Overlay Highway District.
3. The site plan is consistent with any applicable area plan.
There is no applicable area plan for this area.
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City of Coiumbia Heights Planning Commission
4621 Central Avenue, Mr. BBQ
December 2, 2008
Case # 2008-1202
4. The site plan minimizes any adverse impacts on property in the immediate
vicinity and the public right-of-way.
The proposed signage meets all the minimum setback requirements and all
Design Guideline requirements. For this reason, the property in the immediate
vicinity should not be adversely impacted.
RECOMMENDATION
The signage plan conforms to all standards outlined in the Design Guidelines. Staff
recommends approval of the site plan for the Mr. BBQ, located at 4621 Central Avenue.
Move to waive the reading of Resolution No. 200B-PZ1B, there being ample copies
available to the public.
Move to adopt Resolution No. 200B-PZ1B, being a resolution approving a site plan for
Mr. BBQ, located at 4621 Central Avenue.
ATTACHMENTS
. Draft Resolution
. Location Map
. Monument Sign Elevations
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RESOLUTION NO. 2008-PZ18
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION APPROVING A
SITE PLAN FOR SIGNAGE AT 4621 CENTRAL AVENUE WITHIN THE CITY OF
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA
WHEREAS, a proposal (Case #2008-1202) has been submitted by Speedy Signs and Graphics,
doing business for Mr. BBQ, to the Planning and Zoning Commission requesting a site plan approval
from the City of Columbia Heights at the following site:
ADDRESS: 4621 Central Avenue
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On file at City Hall.
THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING PERMIT: Site Plan approval for signage
for Mr. BBQ located at 4621 Central Avenue.
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a public hearing as required by the city Zoning
Code on December 2, 2008;
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has considered the advice and recommendations
ofthe City staff regarding the effect of the proposed site plan upon the health, safety, and welfare of
the community and its Comprehensive Plan, as well as any concerns related to compatibility of uses,
traffic, property values, light, air, danger of fire, and risk to public safety in the sU11'Ounding areas;
and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of
Columbia Heights after reviewing the proposal, that the Planning and Zoning Commission accepts
and adopts the following findings:
I. The site plan conforms to all applicable requirements of this article, except signage.
2. The site plan is consistent with the applicable provisions of the city's comprehensive plan.
3. The site plan is consistent with any applicable area plan.
4. The site plan minimizes any adverse impacts on propelty in the immediate vicinity and the
public right-of-way.
FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the attached conditions, maps, and other information shall
become part of this permit and approval; and in granting this permit the city and the applicant agree
that this permit shall become null and void if the project has not been completed within one (])
calendar vear after the approval date, subject to petition for renewal of the pennit.
Resolution No. 2008-PZ18
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Passed this 2nd day of Decmeber 2008,
Offered by:
Seconded by:
Roll Call:
Ayes:
Nays:
CHAIR Marlaine Szurek
Attest:
SECRETARY, Shelley Hanson
Approval is contingent upon execution and return of this document to the City Planning Office.
I have read and agree to the conditions of this resolution as outlined above.
Salah Kalai
Date
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