HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2020-PZ02RESOLUTION NO. 2020 -PZ02
A resolution of the Planning Commission for the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota,
WHEREAS, a proposal (Case # 2020 -0501) has been submitted by Renaissance Fireworks to the Planning
Commission requesting an Interim Use Permit from the City of Columbia Heights at the following site:
ADDRESS: 4005 Central Avenue NE., Columbia Heights, MN 55421
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: On file at City Hall
THE APPLICANT SEEKS THE FOLLOWING: An Interim Use Permit to allow for the operation of a seasonal
fireworks sales tent on the subject property.
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a public hearing as required by the City of Columbia Height's
Zoning Code on May 5, 2020;
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has considered the advice and recommendations of City staff regarding
the effect of the proposed Interim Use 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, in accordance with the foregoing, and all ordinances and regulations of
the City of Columbia Heights, the Planning Commission of the City of Columbia Heights makes the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
I. The use is one of the interim uses listed for the zoning district in which the property is located, or is a
substantially similar use, as determined by the Zoning Administrator.
2. The use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan.
3. The use will not impose hazards or disturbing influences on neighboring properties.
4. The use will not substantially diminish the use of property in the immediate vicinity.
5. The use will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained in a manner that is compatible with
the appearance of the existing or intended character of the surrounding area.
6. Adequate measures have been or will be taken to minimize traffic congestion on the public streets and
to provide for appropriate on -site circulation of traffic.
7. The use will not cause a negative cumulative effect, when considered in conjunction with the
cumulative effect of other uses in the immediate vicinity.
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 (1) calendar year after the
approval date, subject to petition for renewal of the permit. Further, the permit is subiect 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:
City of Columbia Heights — Planning Commission Resolution
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CONDITIONS
1. The fireworks tent, display area, access aisles, and surrounding area shall be reviewed by the Fire
Department prior to operation. The applicant must contact the Fire Department to set up an inspection
prior to any sales occurring on the property.
2. The applicant must obtain a Building Permit from the Building Official, and a site inspection must be
conducted prior to operation. The applicant must contact the Community Development Department to
obtain to Building Permit and schedule an inspection prior to any sales occurring on the property.
3. The sale of fireworks shall meet all requirements of Chapter 24 of the Fire Code and NFPA Chapter
1124.
4. The fireworks tent shall be accessory to a commercial use.
5. Fireworks tents located within the public right -of -way are prohibited.
6. All goods shall be displayed on a designated impervious surface area.
7. All goods shall be displayed in an orderly fashion, with access aisles provided as needed.
8. Music or amplified sounds shall not be audible from adjacent residential properties.
9. The fireworks tent shall not reduce the amount of off - street parking provided one -site below the level
required for the principal use.
10. An appropriate transition area between the use and adjacent property shall be provided by
landscaping, screening or other site improvements consistent with the character of the neighborhood.
11. Signage shall be limited to two (2) professionally made signs, with a combined square footage not exceeding
thirty -two (32) square feet.
12. Fireworks tents may be allowed for a maximum of 90 days per calendar year.
13. Any electrical use associated with the temporary sales, will require an Electrical Permit and is required
to be inspected by the State Electrical Inspector.
ORDER OF PLANNING COMMISSION
Passed this 5th day of May, 2020.
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