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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993 [05] May 03 ,. May 3, 1993 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the Planning Commission for I the City of St. Joseph met in regular session on Monday, May 3, 1993 at 7:30 p.m. in the St. Joseph City Hall Members Present: Chair Hub Klein. Members of the Commission Sr. Kathleen Kalinowski, Linda Sniezek, Andy Brixius, Kurt Schneider, Dan Nierengarten. Secretary of the Commission Judy Weyrens. Others Present: Mike Schnobrick, Nelson Lance, Ron Philippi, Steve Dehler, Jean Dehler, Al Ste I hnach, Mark Lambert. Special Use Request ~ Al Stellmach: Chair Klein called the public hearing to order at 7:30 p.m. The purpose of the hearing is to consider a request for a special use permi t . This permit would allow for the constr~ction 183 cold storage units. Zoning Ordinance 52.21 subd 4 states, -"All industrial uses shall require a special use permit. It The property is legally described Lot 003; Block 001, Neu as Addition. The request for special use has been submitted by Ai Stellmach, 562 Saukview Drive, St. Cloud, MN 56302 and Steve Hoffmann, 255 - 5th Avenue N, Sartell, MN 56377. Mr. S tell ma c h spoke on his behalf. He stated that his plan includes multiple phases, and he is seeking approval for only the first phase at this time. Phase one consists of 40 mini storage units, 10' x 20' . I When asked about the ability to meet the railroad and City setback requirements, Mr. Stellmach stated that he has enough property to comply with the setbacks. However, he will redesign the future phases as they do not meet the requirements. Kalinowski made a motion to approve phase one as requested. The motion died for a lack of a second. Commissioner Schneider questioned whether the Commission should table the matter until all the members have had a chance to review the plans and view the proposed site. Nierengarten made a motion to table further discussion. until all the members have had a chance to review the plans. The motion was seconded by Nierengarten. Ayes: Klein, Kalinowski, Sniezek, Brixius, Schneider, Hiemenz, Nierengarten. Nayes: None. Motion Carried 7:0:0 The hearing was closed at 8: OO"p .m:. and will be re-opened on June 7, 1993 at 7 : 30 p. m . Variance-Request ~ Nelsön Lance: Chair Klein opened the hearing at 8:00 p.m. The purpose of the hearing is to consider a request for a two (2) foot variance on the side yard setback in a Single Family, R-1 Zone. St. Joseph Code of Ordinances 52.16 subd (b) states that the side yard I set back from a garage/accessory building shall be five ( 5 ) feet. The property is legally described as Lot 8 Block 1 ; Loso I Second Addition. s The request for variance has been submitted by Nelson and Angela Lance, 121 - East Minnesota Street, St. Joseph, MN 56374. Page 1 < May 3, 1993 Mr. Lance spoke on his behalf. He stated that he currently has a single garage and a lean-to on his property. In an effort to clean up his property and provide security for his possessions, he would like to build a two stall garage and tear down the existing buildings. Because the lot is long and narrow, Mr. Lance is requesting a two foot variance on the side yard setback. By allowing the two foot variance, Mr. Lance will be able to construct a larger concrete pad. The concrete pad will provide adequate space for turning around. After reviewing the plans, the Commission determined that Mr. Lance owns enough property to support the two stall garage. Sniezek made a motion to recommend Council approval the two foot variance as requested, based on the following findings: 1 ) St.J-oseph Code of Ordinance No. 52.7 subd 2(a) Mr. Lance owns a long narrow lot, with the house being located in the front portion. Currently the property houses a single garage and a lean-to. In granting the variance, Mr. Lance has agreed to demolish the existing buildings. The new garage would provide safety and security to the Lance . s. 2) St. Joseph Code of Ordinance No. 52.7 subd 2(a) The proposed variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to the adjacent property, or diminish or impair established property values within the surrounding area. Based upon these findings, the Planning Commission recommends that the request for a two ( 2 ) foot variance on the sideyard setback in a R- 1 zone be approved. Approval shall be on the following conditions: 1 ) None. The motion was seconded by Nierengarten. Ayes: Klein, Kalinowski, Sniezek, Brixius, Schneider, Hiemenz, Nierengarten. Nayes: None. Motion Carried 7:0:0 Mark Lambert- PURD Application: Mr. Lambert appeared before the Planning Còmmission to ~ake ~pplication for a PURD development. St. Joseph Cod~ of.Ordinanc~ No. 52.18 subd subd 4(c) states that Multi Family Dwelling units shall be required to utilize the PURD procedural process excluding the PURD requirement for acreage. Mr. Lambert stated that he would like to construct a 15 unit apartment complex. The Planning Commission accepted his PURD application and scheduled the hearing for June 7 , 1993. Steve Dehler ~ Building Permit: Steve Dehler appeared before the Commission to request authorization to apply for a building pe rmi t to Page 2 < May 3, 1993 remodel Linnemann's Store. Mr. Dehler and his partner, Brad Lindgren, have secured contract with St. John , Prep School to provide living a s quarters for female students attending the Prep Schoo 1 . The Store wi 11 be converted into a lodging house, with 18 people living in the lower level and 12 students living in the upper 1 eve l. The plans include 2 students per bedroom, a common living room and a common kitchen. Commissioner Kalinowski questioned whether Mr. Dehler has adequate parking and if he rents his parking lot to the .American Legion. Mr. Dehler stated that he currently has a non-exclusive agreement with the Legion and is compensated for that agreement. However, parking space is not guaranteed. After discussion, the Planning Commission determined that 20 parking spaces would be required for the volume of renters. The Commission discussed at length whether or not Mr. Dehler had to pave and strip his parking lot. Mr. Dehler stated that due to the costs involved in paving the lot, he currently has no plans to do so. Commissioner Brixius felt that i t is important that the parking spaces be marked. I f the Legion has an event, and the renters come home, what will assure them a parking space? Mr. Dehler stated that if i t becomes a problem, he will cease the agreement with the Legion. The Commission generally agreed that unless parking spaces are marked and designated people other than residents will continue to park in his iota The Commission agreed to seek legal opinion regarding the designation of parking spaces and the possibility of making the building permi t conditional upon the paving of the parking lot. Nierengarten made a motion authorizing Mr. Dehler to make application for a building permi t . Application is contingent upon the recommendation of the Ci ty Attorney, John Scherer! with regard to the designation of parking. The motion was seconded by Sniezek. Ayes: Klein, Kalinowski, Sniezek, Brixius, Schneider, Hiemenz, Nierengarten. Nayes: None. Motion Carried 7:0:0 Minutes: Kalinowski made a motion to approve the minutes of the March 1 , March 16 and April 5, 1993 as presented. The motion was seconded by Brixius. Ayes: K l-e in, Kalinowski, Sniezek, Brixius, Schneider, Hiemenz, Nierengarten. Nayes: None. Motion Carried 7:0:0 Comprehensive Plan Update: A special meeting has been established with the Ci ty Councìl on May 13, 1993. Since not all the Planning Commissioners can be present, the following are alternative dates: May 21 , May 22, May 23. New Business Hearing Request: The Sisters of the Order of St. Benedict have requested the City to consider allowing a special use permit to allow Page 3 <" , May 3, 1993 up to five members of the Order to live in a residential zone. After reviewing the correspondence from the City Attorney, a hearing will be conducted on June 7 , 1993. Alley Vacation: Dale Victor, owner of Sunset Industries is requesting approval to vacate the portion of the all ey behind his business located at 417 1st Ave NW. The Planning Commission will review the process involved in vacating the all ey and respond to Mr. Victor. House Location: The Commission discussed mechanisms to control the placement of houses on vacant lots. After discussion, the Commission requested additional information as to the types of requirements that can be applied. The meeting wets adjourned by general consensus at 10:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ~~~ Judy Weyrens Secretary of the Commission '"or. . Page 4