HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2020-PZ01RESOLUTION NO. 2020 — PZ -01
A Resolution of the Planning Commission approving a Site Plan for the proposed senior living
community located at the corner of Jefferson Street and Huset Parkway (address unassigned),
Columbia Heights, MN 55421 (PID 35- 30 -24 -43 -0125)
Whereas, a proposal (Case 2020 -0203) has been submitted by contractors Capital Company,
LLC to the Planning Commission, requesting Site Plan Review from the City of Columbia Heights
at the following site:
LOCATION: (PID 35- 30 -24 -43 -0125)
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On file at City Hall.
THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING: Site Plan Review for a 29 Unit Senior Living Facility
Whereas, the Planning Commission held a public hearing as required by the City Zoning Code
on February 4, 2020;
Whereas, the Planning Commission has considered the advice and recommendations of 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;
Now, therefore, be it resolved, the Planning 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 approval; and in granting this approval the City and the applicant agree that
this 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.
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CONDITIONS:
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1. There shall be no deliveries, loading or unloading of goods and materials between the
hours of 10:00 pm and 6:00 am.
2. The applicant shall provide documentation for an easement dedication over the
drainage system in the parking lot area. Said documentation shall be provided upon
completion of the project.
3. The applicants shall adhere to all requirements from the Public Works Department
outlined in the memo dated January 24, 2020.
4. The installation of signage shall require review by City Staff and a building permit.
5. Mechanical equipment shall be screened so as to minimize the visual impact on
adjacent residential properties and from public streets. Screening of the equipment
shall meet the requirements of the City's Zoning Ordinance.
6. All City Storm Water Management requirements and Mississippi Watershed
Management Organization requirements shall be achieved for this property.
7. The developer shall enter into a storm water maintenance and management agreement
with the City, to be prepared by the City Attorney.
B. The applicant shall designate five parking spaces on the site for snow storage.
Alternatively, the site plan could be revised to show snow storage on the site in a
different location.
9. All required state and local codes, permits, licenses and inspections will be met and in
full compliance.
10. The applicant shall meet the requirements outlined in the attached memo from the
Public Works Department dated January 24, 2020.
11. Site and elevation plans included in this submittal, shall be considered the approved
plans.
12. Any changes to the lighting fixture location or brightness will require review by City staff
for compliance with the City's ordinances related to lighting. This includes the light
fixtures on the building, and parking lot lighting.
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13. The site utility and grading plans shall be subject to review and final approval by the City
Engineer, and Fire Chief.
14. Developer shall pay park dedication fees as outlined in the City Code.
15. Developer shall provide financial guarantee in the form of an irrevocable letter of credit
for landscaping and public improvements. The guarantee amount is to be determined by
the City Engineer.
16. Developer will provide record plans or as -built drawings to the City following project
completion.
Passed this 4th day of February, 2020
Offered by: Schill
Seconded by: Sahnow
Roll Call: All ayes
Ayes:
Abstain:
Shelley Hanso , Secretary
Rob Fiorep ino, Vice Chair