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HomeMy WebLinkAbout5-5-15 minutes DRAFT MINUTES OF PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MAY 5, 2015 7:00 PM The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Chair Marlaine Szurek. New members Connie Buesgens and Stan Hoium were sworn in and welcomed. Commission Members present- Buesgens, Fiorendino, Hoium, Lee, and Szurek. Also present were Elizabeth Holmbeck (Planner), and Shelley Hanson (Secretary) along with Council Liaison, John Murzyn. Motion by Fiorendino, seconded by Buesgens, to approve the minutes from the meeting of March 3, 2015. All ayes. MOTION PASSED. PUBLIC HEARINGS CASE NUMBER: 2015-0501 APPLICANT: HGA Architects & Eng LOCATION: 3939 Central Ave NE REQUEST: Site Plan Approval HGA Architects and Engineers, on behalf of the City of Columbia Heights, have requested Site Plan Approval for the property located at 3939 Central Ave. NE. The City is proposing to construct a new municipal library facility on the property. Financing consideration for the construction of the library was approved by Columbia Heights residents through referendum in the 2014 general election. In the mid-2000’s, the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (EDA) acquired the north parcel of the subject site, which contained a former Burger King restaurant. The building was subsequently demolished. In the early 2010’s, the EDA acquired the south parcel of the site, which contained a retail building that most recently housed a Salvation Army store and Mady’s Bowling Alley. Demolition of that structure concluded in 2014. In early 2015, the City hired HGA Architects as the project architect and civil engineer through a competitive process. HGA staff, city staff, and a citizen planners group entitled the Library Design Task Force (LDTF) have been working since January to create plans for the new one-story, 22,600 square foot building. HGA prepared a narrative of the project, which details the various components of the building. ZONING ORDINANCE The property located at 3939 Central Ave. NE is located in the Central Business (CB) Zoning District. The properties to the north, south and west are located in the Central Business (CB) Zoning District and the properties to the east are located in R-3 Multiple Family Residential Zoning District. A library is an appropriate use in the Central Business District. P & Z Minutes Page 2 May 5, 2015 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN The Comprehensive Plan guides this area as Commercial. The proposed Library is consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan. DESIGN GUIDELINES The subject property is located within the Design Guideline Overlay District, and is governed by the “Central Avenue” standards within the Design Guidelines. The intent of the Design Guidelines is to make the City more aesthetically appealing, by requiring a set of minimum standards for new th construction along Central Avenue and 40 Avenue. The minimum standards were created by a task force of City Officials, business owners and residents, and adopted into the City Code by the City Council. The following standards are specific design requirements for the Central Business District: 1.Building Placement Buildings in the Central Business District are to have well defined front facades with a primary entrance that faces the street. The proposal achieves this requirement by creating a prominent front façade along Central Ave, occupying 60 percent of the property frontage. 2.Primary Facades and Roof Buildings in the Central Business District should have a well-defined base, middle and top on the front facing façade. This can be achieved by change in building materials, window size, etc. Although the proposed building is only one floor, the building is broken up by different colored siding materials, as well as prominent windows and doors which face Central Avenue. Roofs in the Central Business District are to be flat, and articulated with detailed cornices or parapets. The proposed building will have a flat roof. 3.Building Width and Façade Articulation If a building in the Central Business District exceeds 40 feet in width, it must be articulated into smaller increments. The proposed building achieves this requirement by interchanging building material types, and by the use of windows and doors. 4.Building Height All buildings in the Central Business District must have a minimum cornice height of 22 feet. The proposed building will achieve this requirement for the majority of the building. However, the south elevation will be 20 feet, due to over 6 feet of grade changes in the slope of the land parallel to Central Avenue. 5.Window and Door Openings In the Central Business District, window and door openings must comprise at least 30 percent of the area of the ground floor of the primary street façade. Approximately 75 percent of the proposed building’s front facing façade is comprised of windows and doors. P & Z Minutes Page 3 May 5, 2015 6.Building Materials and Colors Buildings in the Central Business District are encouraged to have facades with neutral or muted colors. The proposed building will be sided with earth tone-colored materials, thereby achieving this requirement. The building façade consists of brick as a primary material type. As we have consistently done in new public buildings and artwork, limestone will also be integrated into the façade as an identity for public buildings. As a contrast, darker colored aluminum panels will be placed vertically between the windows on the Central Avenue façade. The primary exterior wall will be an Ambassador Brick (16” x 2 ¼” x 4”) or Norman (12” x 2 ¼” x 4”) on a steel stud back-up wall. A secondary wall system of metal panels with steel stud back-up wall will occur in certain areas. The metal panel may have a pattern and texture to add visual interest to the simple repetitive forms of the exterior of the building. 7.Signage Signage will be addressed when the applicant applies for a Sign Permit. Signage must be consistent with Design Guidelines and with City Code. SITE PLAN 1.Parking The proposed plan identifies 53 parking stalls for the new Library. Staff believes this number is adequate, and meets minimum zoning requirements. Depending on future development of adjacent sites, additional parking could be added in the future. 2.Access Access to the site will be provided via a “right-in, right-out” access point along Trunk th Highway 65, south of the proposed building. Full site access will be provided on 39 Avenue, east of Heights Rental. Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) regulations prevent the creation of a left turn lane into the site from southbound Trunk Highway 65. 3.Landscape Landscaping materials are shown on the attached Site Plan. Trees will be incorporated throughout the property and a vegetative drainage feature will be installed on the north side of the site. The City is working in coordination with the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization (MWMO) to achieve environmental best management practices on the site. 4.Building Layout To reinforce the pedestrian-oriented downtown, the longer length of the building extends along Central Ave with an entry on Central into the lobby. A second entry into the lobby is accessed from the parking (east) side. From the lobby, there will be a single controlled entry north into the library. The community meeting room is also accessible from the lobby on the south side and the overall entrance arrangement allows the meeting room to be used during P & Z Minutes Page 4 May 5, 2015 the off hours of the library. The main group of public restrooms will also be located in the lobby to provide access during all hours that the facility is in use. The exterior east and west walls of the lobby and library are positioned under the roof line of the building resulting in cover over the entries. In this way, the roof plane acts as a major visual and spatial design element for the project. Spanning overhead like a horizontal plane, the roof “welcomes” people into the building by providing cover and a sense of the indoor/outdoor connection at the transition; and it shades west and east-facing windows to control glare and heat gain in the summer. Also, by extending the west wall under the roof line at the entry, additional space between the front door and the street provides a buffer from busy traffic, and room to stand/sit outside. The act of entering the building becomes an important part of the experience of the library. FINDINGS OF FACT Section 9.104 (N) of the Zoning Ordinance outlines four findings of fact that must be met in order for the City to approve a site plan. They are as follows: a.The site plan conforms to all applicable requirements of this article. The site plan meets all applicable Design Guidelines for the property. The Zoning Code requirements are achieved. b.The site plan is consistent with the applicable provisions of the City’s Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan guides this area as Commercial. The proposed plan for the property is consistent with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan. c.The site plan is consistent with any applicable area plan. There is no area plan for this portion of the city. d.The site plan minimizes any adverse impacts on property in the immediate vicinity and the public right-of-way. The proposed plan for the new municipal library building meets all the minimum setback requirements and all Design Guideline requirements. Therefore, the properties in the immediate vicinity of the proposed development should not be adversely impacted. Questions/comments from members: Holmbeck and Kevin Hansen were present to answer questions regarding the Site Plan. Buesgens asked if there will be a space for bike racks. Hansen told her yes. Hoium questioned not having a left hand turn into the property off Central Avenue. Hansen responded that they will have one driveway coming in off Central Avenue but due to the location of the median, there will not be a left turn access for those coming from the north. Hansen went on to P & Z Minutes Page 5 May 5, 2015 explain that MN DOT will not allow another driveway or for changes to the median. So all traffic thth coming from the north will have to take a left turn on 39 Avenue and use the entrance off 39. He explained this is a State Aid road so it is constructed for a heavier traffic flow already. Hoium then asked if buses will be able to navigate around the parking lot. Hansen said it has been designed so garbage trucks will be able to access the garbage area on the NE side of the building, and that school buses will be able to navigate the lot. He was unsure whether coach type buses could actually navigate the parking lot since their turning radius is different from a school bus. Fiorendino asked about storm water management on the site. Hansen explained that storm water management will be designed with the whole site in mind even though not all of it is being developed now. Hansen reviewed the drainage plan with the members including the rain garden areas and where the drainage basin would be located. He also addressed the 28-30 foot buffer between the Heights Theater parking lot and the Library building itself. Green space and trees will be used there as well as along the east property line rather than fencing. Fiorendino asked if all the site clean-up has been done. Hansen told members that soil borings have been done and it has been determined that the area is an old dump site that holds mostly construction debris and some regular municipal waste to a depth of about 27 feet. The City is working with the PCA to get a RAP Plan approved which would allow removing and replacing soils 2-4 feet down and then capping the entire site with a barrier before construction of the building. He also said that approximately 100 pilings will be needed to a depth of 30-80 feet under the building to support the structure. Hansen told members that another Public Meeting will be held at the Public Safety Building on May th 20 from 6-8 pm which will review the Design of the facility and provide information to the public. Public Hearing Opened. No one wished to speak on this issue. Public Hearing Closed. , Motion by Fiorendino, seconded by Leeto waive the reading of Resolution No. 2015-PZ01, there being ample copies available to the public. All ayes. MOTION PASSED. Motion by Fiorendino, seconded by Buesgens, to adopt Resolution No. 2015-PZ01, being a resolution approving the site plan for the new municipal library to be located at 3939 Central Avenue NE., subject to the following conditions: 1.The property line that separated the former Burger King and Mady’s Bowl properties must be removed prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy. All ayes. MOTION PASSED. P & Z Minutes Page 6 May 5, 2015 RESOLUTION NO. 2015-PZ01 RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION APPROVING A SITE PLAN FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW MUNICIPAL LIBRARY LOCATED AT 3939 CENTRAL AVENUE NE. WHEREAS, a proposal (Case #2015-0501) has been submitted by HGA Architects and Engineers on behalf of the City of Columbia Heights, to the Planning and Zoning Commission requesting site plan approval from the City of Columbia Heights at the following site: ADDRESS: 3939 Central Avenue NE LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On file at City Hall. THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING PERMIT: Site plan approval for the construction of a new municipal library to be located at 3939 Central Avenue NE. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a public hearing as required by the City Zoning Code on May 5, 2015; WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has considered the advice and recommendations of the 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 surrounding areas; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Columbia Heights after reviewing the proposal accepts and adopts the following findings: 1. The site plan conforms to all applicable requirements of this article. 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 property 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 site plan and approval; and in granting this site plan the city and the applicant agree that this site plan approval 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. CONDITIONS ATTACHED: 1. The property line that separated the former Burger King and Mady’s Bowl properties must be removed prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy. th Passed this 5 day of May, 2015 Offered by: Fiorendino Seconded by: Buesgens Roll Call: All ayes Marlaine Szurek, Chair Attest: Shelley Hanson, Secretary P & Z Minutes Page 7 May 5, 2015 CASE NUMBER: 2015-0502 APPLICANT: Jerold Lemire LOCATION: 3828 Quincy Street NE. REQUEST: Variance request At this time Jerold Lemire, is requesting a Variance for a proposed accessory structure (garage), and addition to the principal structure (house) at 3828 Quincy Street NE. 1) Waiver to Section 9.106 (C) (1) (c)-allowing an accessory structure (detached) to be located next to a principal structure. City Code states that accessory structures must be located behind the principal structure. 2) Waiver to Section 9.109 (C)-allowing an addition to the principal structure to be located within 4 feet of the side property line. City Code states that the side yard setback for the property is 5 feet. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN The Comprehensive Plan designates this area for low density residential. Being that the proposed accessory structure and addition would be for the existing house on the property, the Variance request is consistent with the types of uses guided for this area. ZONING ORDINANCE The property located at 3828 Quincy Street NE is zoned R-3 Multiple Family Residential, as are the properties to the north, south and east. The properties to the west are located in the I-1 Industrial District. FINDINGS OF FACT (Variances) Section 9.104 (G) of the Zoning Ordinance outlines five conditions that must be met in order for the City Council to grant Variances. 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 parcel at 3828 Quincy Street NE. does not have alley way access and as such poses difficulties for the property owner to erect a garage behind the principal building. Building an attached garage would be costly for the homeowner. The homeowner wishes to build the addition along the same building line as the existing structure for aesthetic reasons. b)The conditions upon which the variances are based are unique to the specific parcel of land involved and are generally not applicable to other properties within the same zoning classification. This is correct. P & Z Minutes Page 8 May 5, 2015 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. This is correct. d)The granting of the variance is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the comprehensive plan. This is correct. 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. This is correct. Staff recommends approval of the Variance for an accessory structure, and addition to the primary structure to be located at 3828 Quincy Street NE. Questions/Comments from members: Hoium asked if a detached garage has to be behind the house. Holmbeck said yes, attached garages are a different matter. Fiorendino asked if the existing driveway would continue to be used. Holmbeck said it would stay and the curb cut would not change. She explained that he will add a corner piece for better access. Lee asked if he was exceeding the allowed percentage of lot coverage. Holmbeck told members that he still is under the maximum percentage. Hoium asked if neighboring properties had been notified of his request. Holmbeck stated that notices are sent out to people within 350 feet of the affected property and that a notice is also published in the newspaper. Public Hearing Opened. No one wished to speak on this issue. Public Hearing Closed. Motion by Fiorendino, seconded by Lee, to close the public hearing and waive the reading of Resolution 2015-32, there being ample copies available to the public. All ayes. MOTION PASSED. P & Z Minutes Page 9 May 5, 2015 Motion by Fiorendino, seconded by Lee, that the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council approve the Resolution No. 2015-32 approving Variances for the property located at 3828 Quincy Street NE., 1) Waiver to Section 9.106 (C) (1) (c)-allowing an accessory structure (detached) to be located next to a principal structure. 2) Waiver to Section 9.109 (C)-allowing an addition to the principal structure to be located within 4 feet of the side property line. All ayes. MOTION PASSED. The following Resolution will go to the City Council at the meeting of May 11, 2015. RESOLUTION NO. 2015-32 RESOLUTION APPROVING A VARIANCE FROM CERTAIN CONDITIONS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ZONING CODE FOR 3828 QUINCY STREET NE. WHEREAS , a proposal (Case # 2015-0502) has been submitted by Jerold Lemire to the City Council requesting a variance from the City of Columbia Heights Zoning Code at the following site: ADDRESS: 3828 Quincy Street NE. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On file at City Hall. THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING RELIEF: 1) Waiver to Section 9.106 (C) (1) (c)-allowing an accessory structure (detached) to be located next to a principal structure. 2) Waiver to Section 9.109 (C)-allowing an addition to the principal structure to be located within 4 feet of the side property line. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a public hearing as required by the City Zoning Code on May 5, 2015; WHEREAS , the City Council has considered the advice and recommendations of the Planning Commission regarding the effect of the proposed variance upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community 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 Columbia Heights that the City Council accepts and adopts the following findings of the Planning Commission: 1. 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 practical difficulties in conforming to the zoning ordinance. The applicant, however, is proposing to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted by the zoning ordinance. 2. 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. P & Z Minutes Page 10 May 5, 2015 3. The practical difficulties are caused by the provisions of this article and have not been created by any person currently having a 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 property or improvements in the vicinity. 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 variance 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. CASE NUMBER: 2015-0503 APPLICANT: Eric Simonson rd LOCATION: 1417 43 Avenue NE. REQUEST: Minor Subdivision At this time, Eric Simonson is requesting a Minor Subdivision per City Code Section 9.104 (K), for rd the property located at 1417 43 Avenue NE. The applicant wishes to split the existing lot into two single family residential lots. There are currently two attached condos existing on the lot. The condos are separated by two, one-hour rated assemblies (fire wall). Both the City Building Official and the City Fire Chief have reviewed the application for Minor Subdivision and added a condition of approval, that the fire wall must be maintained in the present state. The applicant wishes to split the lot and change the property description. The applicant prepared a narrative (attached) detailing the reason for this request. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN The Comprehensive Plan guides this area for residential use, which is proposed for this site. ZONING ORDINANCE The property is zoned R-2A, one and two-family residential as are the properties to the north and west. The properties to the east and south are zoned R-1, single family residential. FINDINGS OF FACT (Minor Subdivision) Section 9.104 (K) of the Zoning Code outlines specific conditions in order for the City Council to approve a minor subdivision. They are as follows: 1.The proposed subdivision of land will not result in more than three lots. The proposed subdivision will result in two lots. 2.The proposed subdivision of land does not involve the vacation of existing easements. No vacation of existing easements will occur as a result of the minor subdivision. P & Z Minutes Page 11 May 5, 2015 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. The lots will conform to the lot width and lot area requirements 4.The proposed subdivision does not require the dedication of public rights-of-way for the purpose of gaining access to the property. This is correct. 5.The property has not previously been divided through the minor subdivision provisions of this article. This is correct. 6.The proposed subdivision does not hinder the conveyance of land. This is correct. 7.The proposed subdivision does not hinder the making of assessments or the keeping of records related to assessments. This is correct. 8.The proposed subdivision meets all of the design standards specified in Section 9.114. This is correct. Staff recommends that the Planning and Zoning Commission approve the proposed minor rd subdivision for the property located at 1417 43 Avenue NE. Questions/comments from members: Szurek stated she questioned how this was allowed to be built in the first place based on the topography and access issues to the property. She questioned how 1415 will access their garage since there is only one entry point to both properties. Holmbeck explained a recorded driveway easement to allow access to “Parcel A” is required to be filed with Anoka County. That way anyone living in Parcel A will have the right to cross Parcel B to access their garage area. Members had a discussion with the current owner regarding his reasons for making this request. Simonson explained that he has found it difficult to get financing on this property since it is classified as condo units, but the proper condo association documents were never recorded. If it is re- established as a twin home with separate legal descriptions it will be easier to sell, get financing on, and will increase the property value on these parcels as well as those in the surrounding area. Holmbeck stated the City Attorney has reviewed this request and saw no reason to deny the request. th She also told members that this matter will go before the City Council at the May 11 meeting where the City Attorney will be present to answer any questions there may be. P & Z Minutes Page 12 May 5, 2015 Public Hearing Opened. Allie Monahan of 4314 McLeod St said the south side of her property butts up against the north side of this property. She said she has a problem with the current owner regarding his lack of maintenance of the property. She continually has to cut 5 ft growth of weeds, thistle, and long grass along the property line because he only cuts his lawn when the Fire Department threatens him with a Contractor doing it at his expense. This means he cuts it approximately 2 or 3 times a year. She requests that he become a responsible landowner and be considerate of his neighbors. Monahan thinks he should be required to mow his lawn and keep up the property. Holmbeck stated that is a property maintenance issue that is enforced by the Fire Dept. Monahan said she has called them on numerous occasions but it hasn’t been effective. Szurek sympathized with her and encouraged her to keep calling until he gets a citation or incurs charges for the City to mow. There was a discussion about what public benefit there is to approving this request. It was decided that by approving the request it more accurately reflects the actual construction and use of the property since it isn’t a “typical Condo” setup which would require an association to be established. Szurek said she thinks it would benefit the property owner and future owners by making it easier to sell and to obtain financing for that purpose. Public Hearing Closed. Motion by Lee, seconded by Hoium, to wave the reading of Resolution No. 2015-34, there being ample copies available to the public. All ayes. MOTION PASSED. Motion by Lee, seconded by Buesgens, that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends the rd City Council approve the minor subdivision of the property located at 1417 43 Avenue NE., 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.The applicant shall be responsible for filing the approved subdivision survey and driveway easement with the Anoka County Recorder’s Office. The approved minor subdivision will become invalid if the subdivision is not filed with the Anoka County recorder’s Office within one year of the date of City Council action. 2.The fire separation walls must be maintained in the present state. The following Resolution will go to the City Council at the May 11, 2015 meeting. P & Z Minutes Page 13 May 5, 2015 RESOLUTION NO. 2015-34 rd RESOLUTION APPROVING A MINOR SUBDIVISION FOR 1417 43 AVENUE NE. COLUMBIA HEIGHTS WHEREAS, a proposal (Case #2015-0503) has been submitted by Eric Simonson to the City Council requesting Minor Subdivision approval from the City of Columbia Heights at the following site: rd ADDRESS: 1417 43 Ave. NE. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On file at City Hall. THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING: A Minor Subdivision for the property located at rd 1417 43 Avenue NE. WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has held a public hearing as required by the City Zoning th Code on May 5, 2015; WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has considered the advice and recommendations of the City staff regarding the effect of the proposed Minor Subdivision 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 surrounding 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 City Council accepts and adopts the following findings: 1. 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. 4. The proposed subdivision does not require the dedication of public rights-of-way for the purpose of gaining access to the property. 5. The property has not previously been divided through the minor subdivision provisions of this article. 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 Section 9.115. FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED that the attached conditions, survey, and other information shall become part of this Minor Subdivision and approval; and in granting this Minor Subdivision the city and the applicant agree that this Minor Subdivision shall become null and void if the subdivision has not been filed with the Anoka County Recorder’s Office within one (1) calendar year after the approval date. CONDITIONS ATTACHED: rd The Planning Commission approves the Minor Subdivision for 1417 43 Avenue NE. 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. The applicant shall be responsible for filing the approved subdivision survey and driveway easement with the Anoka County Recorder’s Office. The approved minor subdivision will become invalid if the subdivision is not filed with the Anoka County recorder’s Office within one year of the date of City Council action. 2. The fire separation walls must be maintained in the present state. P & Z Minutes Page 14 May 5, 2015 OTHER BUSINESS Holmbeck told members that they will be forwarded an online class that staff encourages them to complete. She explained it takes less than an hour and will be helpful to detail the role of the commission. Holmbeck also told members that the Community Development Director is planning on hosting a training session in the near future to acquaint them with the Comprehensive Plan, The Zoning Ordinance, and the types of cases that could potentially come before them in order to make recommendations to the City Council. The next meeting should be Tuesday, June 2, 2015. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 pm. Respectfully submitted, Shelley Hanson Secretary