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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1973 91 MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR JANUARY 23, 1973 The meeting was called to order by the Chairman at 7:00 P.M. Present: Chairman Shirley, Members Hanson, Nicolai and Sifferath Absent: Member Hebert The Planning Commission reviewed the request of Eugene Kuchera to build an addition to his residence at 112 Elm Street which is in a B-3 zoning district. This question was referred to the Board of Adjustment by the Zoning Officer for determination as to whether the proposed construction did in fact, constitute an expansion of an existing non-conforming use. The proposed construction would include a residential garage and would replace an existing porch with a utility room. It was the consensus of the Board that the plans as proposed did not in fact constitute an extension of a non-conforming use. Residential garages in these cases have continuously been interpreted as incidental to the residence itself and therefore, was not an expansion. And in this particular instance the existing porch would merely be converted to a utility room. Motion by Hanson, second by Shirley that the Board make a finding of fact that in the above proposed improvement there was no extension or expansion of an existing non-conforming use. Voting for: Hanson, Shirley, Nicolai, Sifferath. Voting against: None. Absent: Hebert. Motion carried. The Planning Commission then discussed at length the proposed public improvements for water and sewer on which another public hearing would be held on January 24, 1973. Motion made and carried to adjourn at 9:00 P.M. Respectfully submitted, William J. Ford Village Administrator 93 MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR FEBRUARY 27 , 1973 The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by the Chairman Present: Chairman Shirley, Members Hebert, Hanson, Nicolai, and Sifferath Motion by Sifferath, second by Nicolai that the following minutes be approved as presented November 14, 1972, December 7, 1972, and January 23, 1973. APIF, motion carried. A representative of the newly proposed family market and restaurant at 220 Oak St. appeared before the Commission to request a variance for off-street parking requirements of from 28 spaces to 5 spaces. The Planning Commission indicated that they would not favor a variance unless the entrance on Oak St. would properly signed for entrance only and that the exit on 3rd St. would be properly signed for exit only and right turn only. They also cautioned the applicant that entry permission on to 3rd St. would have to be obtained from the County. Motion by Sifferath, second by Nicolai that a public hearing be set in the matter of this request for variance for 7:30 P.M. , March 13, 1973. APIF, Motion carried. Mr. James Gerths appeared before the Commission in regard to his possible request for rezoning at 1005 3rd St. in the discussion it was the consensus of the Commission not to recommend the rezoning of that specific parcel. But they would consider recommending this parcel and all of the land abutting to the south as far as Ash Street Mr. Gerths withdrew his request at this time. Nichols Construction Co. , Inc.,, appeared before the Commission to discuss the possibility of constructing duplexes and/or multiple units on lots 3 and 4 ,block 1, Honeysuckle Lane. He also discussed the possibility of including with these two lots the west or rear portion of the lot abutting these two on the north. He was advised to contact the Zoning Officer to discuss and determine the various potentials and options available to him. Motion made and carried to adjourn at 9:15 P.M. Respectfully submitted, William J. Ford Village Administrator 95 MINUTES PLANNING COMISSION REGULAR MARCH 27, 1973 The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Chairman Shirley Present: Chairman Shirley, Members Hanson, Hebert and Nicolai Absent: Member Sifferath Motion by Nicolai, second by Hanson to approve the minutes of February 27, 1973, as distributed. APIF, motion carried. The chairman opened the public hearing on a request for an off-street parking variance of the family market for a new family market grocery store to be con- structed at 220 Oak Street. Motion by Hanson, second by Hebert that an off- street parking variance from 28 to 4 parking spaces be approved with the follow- ing stipulations: 1. That the parking lot be constructed in such a manner as to prohibit any part of any automobile from extending into the sidewalk thorough- fare. 2. That a planter of some sort or a retaining wall be placed adjacent to the 3rd Street dimension of the parking lot. 3. That the parking lot be hard surfaced. 4. That the curb cut on Oak St. be restricted to ingress only and the curb cut on 3rd Street be restricted to egress only. 5. That the traffic pattern be approved by the Farmington Police Depart- ment which may involve restricting those exiting the parking lot to a right turn only and restricting those entering the parking lot from a left turn only. 6. That a driveway permit for the curb cut on 3rd Street be issued by the County APIF, Motion carried. Variance granted. Mr. Paul Bischel of Reimac Addition brought to the attention of the Planning Commission certain surface drainage problems that were occurring. The Commission referred him to the Zoning Officer for information. Motion made and carried to adjourn at 8:15 P.M. Respectfully submitted, William J. Ford Village Administrator 97 MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR APRIL 24, 1973 The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. Present: Chairman Shirley, Members Hanson and Nicolai Absent: Members Hebert and Sifferath Also Present: Zoning Officer Ford The Commission took under advisement the proposed preliminary plat (replat) Westview Acres. The Commission discussed at length with Mrs. Gilbertson and surveyor Mr. Jacobsen. They also took into consideration comments which had been received back from the Village Planner, the Village Engineer, and the Village Park and Recreation Commission. Comments had not been received back from the County Engineer but the developer had been in contact with him. The only apparent variance from the Ordinance appeared to be one block which was 1900 ft. long as opposed to the maximum 1000 ft. called for in the Ordinance. It was the consensus of the Commission members that not only was a variance in this case justified but would be advisable and beneficial in that the block in question fronted on Ash St. which is a County Road and the County has been desirous of restricting access as much as possible. It was also noted that all of the lots fronting on Ash St. in this block were also adequately and readily served by Hickory St. on the north. Following the discussion, Commissioner Sifferath arrived at the meeting. Motion by Nicolai, second by Hanson that the Planning Commission recommend to the Council that they approve the plat subject to the following two contingent recommendations. Voting for: Nicolai, Hanson and Shirley. Absent: Hebert. Abstaining: Sifferath. Motion carried. Motion by Hanson, second by Nicolai that the Planning Commission recommend to the Council that the dedicated streets in the existing plat be vacated. APIF, Motion carried. Motion by Nicolai, second by Hanson that the Planning Commission recommend to the Council that lot 1, block 4 be rezoned from R-3 to B-2 based on the significant changes that have taken place in the immediate area including the proposed extension of 31 from Ash Street to SAH 50 and considering that, although the replat was not coming in under a planned unit development the proposed commercial area would in fact largely serve that development. APIF, Motion carried. Motion made and carried that the meeting stand adjourned at 10:00 P.M. Respectfully submitted, William J. Ford Village Administrator 99 MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MAY 22, 1973 The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by the Chairman Present: Chairman Shirley, Members Hanson, Nicolai and Sifferath. Absent: Member Hebert Also present: Zoning Officer Ford Motion by Nicolai, second by Hanson that the minutes of April 24, 1973 be approved. APIF, Motion carried. Mr. Mel Forbrook of Forbrook Construction appeared in regard to the construction of a warehouse for Hanson Brewery on lots 4, 5 and 6 block 5, original town. The Planning Commission agreed that it was a permitted use in the B-3 Zoning District and that no special exception or variance was required. Mr. John Mc Cann representing Townsedge Shopping Center appeared and requested a zero sidelot set back in regard to a subdivision waiver which he had before the Council. The Planning Commission agreed to set a public hearing on this variance for 7:30 P.M. , June 13, 1973. The Planning Commission also agreed that this meeting on the 13th would be in lieu of the regular June meeting. The Planning Commission asked the Administrator to distribute for their review the working draft of a proposed camp ground ordinance. Motion made and carried to adjourn at 8:55 P.M. Respectfully submitted, William J. Ford Village Administrator 101 MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL JUNE 13, 197.3 The meeting was called to order at 8:10 P.M. by Chairman Shirley. Present: Chairman Shirley, Commissioners Hanson and Sifferath. Absent: Commissioners Hebert and Nicolai. Also Present: Administrator Ford. Motion by Sifferath, second by Hanson that the minutes of 5/22/73 be approved. APIF, Motion carried. Mr. Jim Haugen of Haugen Ford appeared before the Planning Commission to inquire about the problems involved in his purchasing an existing lot of record immediately north of his present building and converting it to a used car parking lot. A lengthy discussion with the Commission disclosed that this lot presently has a derelict building on it, is in the B-3 zoning district, and is a sub-standard lot consisting of 4200 sq. ft. The problem encountered is a section of the code which requires that any nonresidential parking lot or paved driveway maintain a 20 ft. set back from any abutting 'R' lot. Mr. Haugen stated it would be his intention to demolish and remove the existing structure, to pave the lot, and to erect a privacy fence on both the north and east lot lines. He further stated that he had contacted both residential property owners abutting and that both and approved of his intention. It was the consensus of the Commission that the abutting property owners and the Village as a whole, would benefit by accomplishing what Mr. Haugn intended. However, the Commission was reluctant to grant a variance tor lack ot hardship and also was reluctant to recommend rezoning a small parcel. The Commission then decided to take the matter before the Council with a recommendation that this section of the zoning ordinance be amended in such a way as to retain the decision with the Commission but that great weight be placed upon the presentation of written agreement of 100% of the property owners. The intent here was to superimpose the 100% signers over and above the need to prove hardship. Mr. John McCann appered before the Commission at which time the Chairman opened the previously published public hearing. The purpose of the public hearing was to review the request of Townsedge Shopping Center for a zero lot, sidelot setback of lot 3, Townsedge Replat. Earlier the Council had granted a sub-division waiver for the subdividing of lot 1, Townsedge Replat, wherein the north 20 ft. of lot 1, would be added to and incorporated with lot 3. The sub-division waiver was approved by the Council contingent upon the Planning Commission granting the sidelot variance which was now before the Commission. The need for both the subdivision waiver and the variance on the part of the property owner was to allow him to move garages which are now located on lot 1, onto lot 3, on which are located the apartment house which the garages serve. The Planning Commission felt that a further hardship existed in this case because of severe drainage problems dating back several years. Motion by Sifferath, second by Hanson that the zero lot set back be approved. APIF, motion carried. Motion made and carried that the Commission stand adjourned at 9:00 P.M. Respectfully submitted, William J. Ford City Administrator 103 MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR NOVEMBER 27, 1973 The meeting was called to order by the Chairman at 7:30 P.M. Present: Chairman Shirley, Members Hanson, Nicolai, Sifferath Absent: Member Hebert Motion by Shirley, second by Nicolai that the minutes of October 22, 1973 be approved. APIF, motion carried. At 7:30 P.M. the chairman opened the previously published public hearing in the matter of request of Jim Haugen Ford Company for a variance from Commercial parking lot set back requirement of Title 10, Chapter 8, Paragraph 1D of the City Code. This was in regard to the property at 209 3rd Street. After considerable discussion, it was decided that inasmuch as both abutting property owners had indicat- ed their agreement and desire that this land be used as a parking lot, and inasmuch as it was to be an overall benefit to the City to have removed a deteriorated and dilapidated house from that site that it would be in the best interest of the City, in this case, to grant a variance. Motion by Nicolai, second by Hanson that such variance be granted. APIF, motion carried. The Commission discussed the proposed Downtown Improvement as regards the preliminary Plans and drawings by City Planner Tooker and Consulting Engineer Don Blaisdell. Motion by Sifferath, second by Nicolai that the Commission find that the proposed improvement is consistent with the minimum standards of the overall Village Compre- hensive plan. APIF, motion carried. The Commission undertook a lengthy discussion dealing with several tentative items which might consist of a future work schedule. No action was taken on these specific points. Motion made and carried to adjourn at 9:55 P.M. Respectfully submitted, William J. Ford City Administrator 105 MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR DECEMBER 26, 1973 The meeting was called to order by the Chairman at 7:30 P.M. Present: Chairman Shirley, Members, Hanson and Sifferath Absent: Members Nicolai and Hebert Motion by Sifferath, second by Hanson to approve minutes of 12/26/73. APIF, motion carried. The public hearing was opened concerning the request of Neslund Construction for a special exception to allow an office in the Townsedge Shopping Center (B-1 zone) . It was their intention to convert a portion of an existing garage. It was the consensus of the quorum that this would not be compatible with the B-1 land use plan and would be injurious to the intent of the ordinance. Motion by Shirley, second by Sifferath that the request for special exception be denied. APIF, motion carried. There was a general discussion among the Commission concerning items to be considered in 1974. Motion was made and second to adjourn at 8:15 P.M. Respectfully submitted, William J. Ford City Administrator