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Planning Commission Agenda Item 8a-b
MEETING DATE: July 10, 2017
AGENDA ITEM: Public Hearings, Rolling Ridge Wedding and Event Center
a. Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Request
b. Variance Request
SUBMITTED BY: Community Development
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve Findings of Fact and Decisions recommending the City
Council grant a Conditional Use Permit and Variance.
PREVIOUS PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: On April 3, 2014 the City Council granted a
special use permit to operate an event center as well as a variance from paving the parking lot at Rolling
Ridge Wedding and Event Center after a review and recommendation to approve was made by the
Planning Commission. The approved variance allowed for such relief from the zoning ordinance provided
the events center was seasonal. Once the center becomes a year round facility, the property owner would
be required to meet the city’s parking lot requirements. In June 2016, upon a request by the owner, the
Planning Commission approved allowing one fall and winter season as a trial period without requiring a
formal application to amend the special use permit or to pave, curb and stripe the parking lot.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Randy Schmitz, owner of Rolling Ridge Wedding and Event
Center located at 31101 County Road 133 has requested a conditional use permit to amend the special use
permit to allow for a year round business and hold special events open to the public. The approved special
use permit is for a seasonal business operating from May 1 through October 31st annually and for private
events only, including weddings and corporate events. The applicant indicated that his primary business
would still be private events but would like the option to offer special events other than weddings or
corporate parties, such as his recent Wood Fired Wednesday event. Currently, food and liquor is catered
and the plan is to continue that. However, the applicant would like that requirement removed since it is
within the current approved special use permit. The serving of alcohol is governed under the City’s liquor
ordinance, including prohibiting outdoor music beyond 10 PM for all events open to the public. The
use/property is also subject to the City’s noise ordinance, which does not prohibit outdoor music at
specific times for private events but rather if the City receives a noise complaint the police department
would follow-up accordingly.
Additionally, a variance has been requested to allow for continued relief from paving, striping and
curbing the parking area. A variance may be granted if enforcement of a zoning ordinance provision on a
particular property would cause the landowner practical difficulties as defined by MN State Statute
462.357. The applicant must satisfy the statutory three-factor test for practical difficulties. The practical
difficulties factors are as follows:
1) That the property owner proposes to use the property is a reasonable manner. This factor means
that the landowner would like to use the property in a particular reasonable way but cannot do so
under the rules of the ordinance. It does not mean that the land cannot be put to any reasonable
use without the variance so focus on whether the request to continue to allow gravel for the
parking area is reasonable. In this case, the venue is rural and a gravel parking area is reasonable
in such a setting.
2) That the landowner’s problem is due to circumstances unique to the property not caused by the
landowner. The barn and other buildings, as well as the property with its rolling hills and large
open space is a country setting rather than a typical urban development and therefore, is unique.
3) That the variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. Under this factor
consider whether the gravel parking area will be out of place, or otherwise inconsistent with the
surrounding area. In this case, granting the variance will not be out of place with the surrounding
area given the rural setting of the property and surrounding area.
ATTACHMENTS: Request for Planning Commission Action
CUP Findings of Fact and Decision
Variance Findings of Fact and Decision
Applications and Site Plan
Public Hearing Notice
Existing Special Use Permit
REQUESTED PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
Motion 1: Move to Approve Findings of Fact and Decision recommending the City Council issue a
Conditional Use Permit for Rolling Ridge Wedding and Event Center, 31101 CO. RD 133.
Motion 2: Move to Approve Findings of Fact and Decision recommending the City Council grant a
Variance for Rolling Ridge Wedding and Event Center, 31101 CO. RD 133.
City of St. Joseph
IN RE:
FINDINGS OF FACT
Application of Randy Schmitz, Rolling Ridge Properties, LLC AND DECISION
Conditional Use Permit for an Event Center
at 31101 County Road 133, St. Joseph MN
FINDINGS OF FACT
On July 10, 2017, the St. Joseph Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to consider
the application of Randy Schmitz for a conditional use permit to amend a special use permit for an event
center on the property generally described as 31101 County Road 133, St. Joseph Minnesota and legally
described as follows:
The E 3/4 of the SE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 2, Township 124, Range 29, Stearns County, Minnesota,
lying northerly of the centerline of CO RD 133.
“Subject Property”
The St. Joseph Planning Commission hereby finds the following Findings of Fact:
1. That the matter was duly published and notice was provided to property owners within 350
feet of the Subject Property.
2. That the Subject Property is zoned B-2, Highway Business District and recreational services,
theaters, bowling establishments, clubs, and lodges and uses similar in nature, such as an
event center is a permitted Conditional Use.
3. That a special use permit was issued for the Subject Property allowing a seasonal event
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center from May 1 – October 31 for private events, including weddings and corporate
events.
4. That Randy Schmitz, Rolling Ridge Properties LLC, hereinafter referred to as “Applicant,”
properly applied for a conditional use permit to amend the approved special use permit to
allow for a year round event center for both private and public special events.
5. That the conditional use will not be detrimental to or endanger public health, safety, morals,
comfort, or general welfare of the neighborhood and will be harmonious to the to the
objectives of the Comprehensive Plan of the City.
6. That the event center is located within the existing facilities and grounds on the property
and is designed, constructed, operated and maintained so as to be harmonious and
appropriate in appearance with character of the area and is not hazardous or disturbing to
existing or future neighboring uses.
7. That adequate utilities and services, including utilities, streets, drainage and other necessary
facilities have been provided and will not create excessive additional costs for services
and/or be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community.
8. That the conditional use will not involve activities, processes, materials, equipment and
conditions of operation that will be detrimental to any persons, property, or general welfare
because of excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare or odors.
9. That the existing access from County Road 133 will continue to provide access and will not
create traffic congestion or interfere with traffic or surrounding public thoroughfares.
10. That the existing parking lot will provide sufficient off-street parking and loading space to
serve the proposed use.
11. That the conditional use will not result in the loss or damage of natural, scenic or historic
feature and the soil conditions are adequate to accommodate the use.
DECISION
Based on the Findings of Fact, the St. Joseph Planning Commission recommends the St. Joseph
City Council issue a Conditional Use Permit on the Subject Property to allow a year round events center
for private and public special events based on the following conditions:
1. Granting of the Conditional Use Permit shall rescind the recorded Special Use Permit,
Document A1423111 as filed with Stearns County.
2. The event center shall be primarily for private special events with limited special events
open to the public.
3. The property owner is responsible for meeting all Federal, State, Local, and City
requirements and obtaining any and all permits and licenses.
4. Insurance – The property owner shall provide the City annually with a certificate of
insurance, providing proof of insurance as an events center or gathering space.
5. The City’s Noise Ordinance shall be met.
6. The City’s Liquor Ordinance shall be met. Alcohol can only be consumed in designated areas,
cannot be taken beyond the east pillars leading to the parking lot, the property owner will
mark the area with a sign indicating “no liquor beyond this point.”
7. All parking must be in designated areas and parking on CR 133 is prohibited.
8. Guest Suite – The events center includes a guest suite for private events to be utilized by the
Bride and Groom or CEO reserving the facility with the following restrictions: the suite can
only be occupied for one night; the suite will serve as a bread and breakfast with no cooking
facilities with all food catered; the rental inspector shall annually inspect the unit to assure
that life safety measures are satisfied. Typical rental inspection fees shall apply.
9. Occupancy Restrictions – Per MN State Building Code the maximum occupancy load must be
posted and adhered to at all times.
10. Any recreational bonfire must be located in a designated area approved by the Fire Chief.
Proper fire safety measures must be in place, such as a hose and water during use.
11. The City shall have the right to inspect the premises for compliance and safety purposes at
any time upon reasonable request.
12. Revocation: The City Council shall revoke a conditional use permit when it determines that
the terms and conditions of the permit as issued are no longer being complied with. A
certified copy of an order of the City revoking a conditional use permit shall be filed with the
County Recorder for recording.
13. Expiration: The conditional use permit shall expire if the authorized use ceases for any
reason for more than one (1) year.
Whereupon said Findings of Fact and Decision was declared duly passed and adopted by the St. Joseph
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Planning Commission this 10 day of July, 2017.
CITY OF ST. JOSEPH
By
Planning Commission Chair
By
Therese Haffner, Community Development Director
City of St. Joseph
IN RE:
FINDINGS OF FACT
Application of Randy Schmitz, Rolling Ridge Properties, LLC AND DECISION
Variance from Parking Lot Requirements
at 31101 County Road 133, St. Joseph MN
FINDINGS OF FACT
On July 10, 2017, the St. Joseph Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to consider
the application of Randy Schmitz for a variance for relief from the strict enforcement of the parking lot
requirements as they relate to Rolling Ridge Wedding and Event Center on the property generally
described as 31101 County Road 133, St. Joseph Minnesota and legally described as follows:
The E 3/4 of the SE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 2, Township 124, Range 29, Stearns County, Minnesota,
lying northerly of the centerline of CO RD 133.
“Subject Property”
The St. Joseph Planning Commission hereby finds the following Findings of Fact:
1. That the matter was duly published and notice was provided to property owners within 350
feet of the Subject Property.
2. That a special use permit was issued for the Subject Property allowing a seasonal event
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center from May 1 – October 31.
3. That City Ordinance requires parking lots to be paved, curbed, and striped and that a
variance was granted relieving the paving, curbing and striping of the off-street parking area
on the Subject Property provided the event center was seasonal.
4. That Randy Schmitz, Rolling Ridge Properties LLC, hereinafter referred to as “Applicant,”
properly applied for a conditional use permit to amend the approved special use permit to
allow for a year round event center.
5. That the Applicant has properly applied for a variance from the parking lot requirements to
include relief from paving, curbing and striping of the parking area related to a year round
business.
6. That the variance is consistent with the St. Joseph Comprehensive Plan.
7. That the variance is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Ordinance.
8. That the Applicant has established that there are practical difficulties in complying with the
zoning ordinance.
9. That the current gravel parking area is reasonable given the rural setting with 14+/- acres of
open space with rolling hills, a barn, house, and outbuildings.
10. That the buildings and property are unique given it is a country venue with large open green
space, a barn, silo, and outbuildings.
11. That the variance will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood given the
property and surrounding properties are rural in nature.
DECISION
Based on the Findings of Fact, the St. Joseph Planning Commission recommends the St. Joseph
City Council grant a Variance on the Subject Property relieving the paving, striping, and curbing of the
parking lot area based on the following conditions:
1. The paved parking lot with 20 spaces shall be maintained.
2. The gravel parking area shall be maintained and all off-street parking shall be on the paved
or gravel parking lots.
Whereupon said Findings of Fact and Decision was declared duly passed and adopted by the St. Joseph
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Planning Commission this 10 day of July, 2017.
CITY OF ST. JOSEPH
By
Planning Commission Chair
By
Therese Haffner, Community Development Director
CITY OF ST. JOSEPH
Applicant Randy L. Schmitz
City of St. Joseph
Application for Conditional Use Permit
Phone: 320-980-3124 Email: randys@scenicspgcialties.com
Mailing Address: 31101 county road 133 Saint Joseph MN 56374
Property Owner: Rolling Ridge Properties LLC
Phone: 320-980-3124 Email: randys@scenicspecialties.com
Mailing Address: 36107 County Road 2 Saint Joseph MN 56374
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Project/Development Name Rolling Ridge Wedding & Event Center
Project Location 31101 County Road 133 Saint Joseph MN
Parcel Identification Number (PIN): R 84.53350.0100
Legal Description of Property (attach a separate document if needed):
Section 02 Township 124 Range 029 Legal Description: 14 26AC E3/4SE4SW4 Lying N of CO RD
133. 31101 County Road 13
Purpose of Conditional Use Permit: To clarify language in previously issued Conditional Use Permit to
allow better use of property with an expanded use similar the already permitted use
Hours of operation, including days and times: 8AM-Midnight every day of the week.
Submission Requirements:
Application for a Conditional Use Permit shall be on this form and include the established application fee. The
application and copies of the site plan shall be submitted three (3) weeks prior to the next Planning Commission
meeting. Ten (10) 11x17 copies of the site plan drawn to scale, along with an electronic copy to scale showing
the property dimensions, wetlands, floodplains, grading and drainage, landscaping, location of utilities, location
of all existing and proposed buildings and their sizes, including square footage; location of all existing and
St. Joseph Application Conditional Use Page 3
proposed curb cuts, driveways, access roads, parking spaces, off-street loading areas, and sidewalks must be
submitted in the initial application. The City may request additional data deemed reasonable and necessary
related to the conditional use.
A written narrative outlining the Conditional Use requested, along with any information explaining the
operation is required to be submitted as part of your application.
Review and Decision by the City Council.
The City Council shall review the application after the Planning Commission has made its recommendation and
will make a final determination to either approve or deny the application. In the granting of approval, the City
Council may impose conditions regarding the location, character and other features of the proposed building,
structure or use as it may deem necessary.
This application must be signed by all owners of the subject property.
We, the undersigned, have read and understand the above and that we are responsible for reimbursing the City
for any additional legal, engineering, building inspection or planning fees related to the Conditional Use.
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Fee: $500 Paid
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Date application submitted: Date application completed:
Planning Commission Recommendation: Approved Denied Date of Action:
City Council Action: Approved Denied Date of Action:
Date Applicant/Property owner notified:
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Requested CUP changes or amendments
• Use of facility year round January — December
• Permanent relief from all parking lot provisions (regardless of month of year)
• Allow use of property for events other than private events- remove verbiage that "excludes
events that are exclusively entertainment in nature."
Ability to provide service of food or alcoholic beverages through our own business with proper
licensure and successful approval of appropriate application. Current verbiage states "All events
will include catered food & alcohol"
• Clarification / refinement on outdoor music as it is limited to Noise Ordinance 1002, noise. We
would like to be able to play amplified music with use of lights until midnight (or 12:15) for
private events. We want to make sure future residents or future uses of neighboring properties
will not restrict our use of outdoor music as it remains a significant competitive advantage and
has worked well for every wedding that has done it.
We have thoughtfully restored our historic farm property and it has been successfully and
practically used for events since the fall of 2015. We have had no issues or complaints from neighbors
or neighboring properties. Prior to completing the restoration of our property, we were granted a
Conditional use permit and a variance to host weddings and events on our property without the need to
comply with traditional parking lot rules on a seasonal basis. Traditionally, weddings and events are
held on Thursdays -Sundays and primarily during warm weather months. We'd like to make some
Improvements to our business model to accommodate for use of our space during cold weather months
and during days of the week that are less traditionally used for events for increased business stability
and to avoid confusion regarding the use of our facility. Our current CUP and variance has specific
language that limits the use to May -October and limits the type of events that can occur. We feel it is
best to make changes to the verbiage so that we can successfully market our property and remain viable
in a competitive market. We are often rejected by potential brides because the seasonal verbiage
eludes to the fact that we are not temperature controlled or open to complete tours etc during
November -April. Many of our brides and their families or wedding professionals need to view our
property to accurately plan, measure or view our property prior to their scheduled event. Currently we
are not "open to the public" which requires private appointments for these visits. We have created a
revised business plan that would provide a reasonable opportunity for our booked guests to return on a
consistent basis without the need to schedule a private appointment. According to our current CUP, this
opportunity technically is considered an "open to the public" event.
• Weddings average 3 guest per vehicle/ parking space
• Many people car pool or shuttles are provided for guests by the wedding party
• Current grass areas of field parking allows water to percolate and naturally drain
• The recycled bituminous gravel that is used for the main driveway areas is dust free
• Parking stripes are made by spraying the stripe / grass with roundup. No paint needed
• No issues with dust, snow removal or vehicles getting stuck- 2 years of use
• 20+ paved spaces are provided. Adequate for handicap use
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CITY OF ST. JOSEPH
APPLICANT INFORMATION:
Name (s): Randy L. Schmitz
Address: 31101 County Road 133
City: Saint Joseph
City of St. Joseph
Application for Variance
State: MN
Email Address: randys@scenicspecialties.com
INFORMATION ON PROPERTY OWNER (if different from Applicant):
Property Owner: Rolling Ridge Properties LLC.
Address: 36107 County Road 2 Saint Joseph MN 56374
Telephone: 320-980-3124
PROPERTY INFORMATION:
Date: 6/16/2017
Zip: 56374
Email: randys@scenicspecialties.com
Street Address of Subject Property: 31101 County Road 133 Saint Joseph MN 56374
Purpose of Variance:
Permanent (Year Round) relief from required parking lot improvements including but not limited to paving, striping, curbing, Drainage or holding ponds for parking lot
Legal Description of Property (may be attached instead of listed):
14.26AC E3/4SE4SW4 Lying N of CO RD 133
VARIANCE APPROVAL
The City Council may allow a departure from the terms of the zoning ordinance pertaining to setbacks, height or
width of structures or the size of yard and open spaces where such departure will still be in harmony with the general
purpose and intent of the ordinance. A variance may be granted if enforcement of a zoning ordinance provision as
applied to a particular piece of property would cause the landowner "practical difficulties." For a variance to be
granted, the applicant must satisfy a three -factor test for practical difficulties under state statute. All three factors
must be satisfied to constitute practical difficulties. The factors are as follows:
That the property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner but cannot do so under the rules of
the ordinance.
Explain how this applies to your request:
Current relief from parking lot provisions is limited to May -October which restricts use 6 months out of the year.
St. Joseph Application for Variance page 14
2. That the landowner's problem is due to circumstances unique to the property not caused by the landowner.
There are uniquely exceptional circumstances or conditions applying to the land, structure or building in
question that do not generally apply to other properties in the same zoning district i.e. sloping topography or
other natural features.
Explain how this applies to your request: The historic farm property is rural in nature with rolling hills.
maintaining the maximum amount of greenspace is essential to maintain the character of the property.
Paving would adversely alter the organic characteristics of the area.
That if the variance is granted it will not alter the essential character of the locality meaning the structure will
not be out of scale, out of place, or otherwise inconsistent with the surrounding area.
Explain how this applies to your request: The greenspace and lack of hard surface pavement enhances the look of the property
Parking areas are used only during periods when the event space is rented.
NOTE: Economic considerations alone shall not constitute practical difficulties. Rather, practical
difficulties exist only when the three statutory factors are met. Additional conditions may be imposed to
ensure compliance with the City Code and to protect adjacent properties.
APPLICATION FOR VARIANCE APPROVAL
Applications for Variance Approval shall be on this form and shall include the established fee. The application and copies
of the site plan shall be submitted three (3) weeks prior to the next Planning Commission meeting. (Please see attached
meeting schedule). The application shall contain twelve (12) copies (8.5"x11" or 11"x17") of exhibits, which will include
the following information:
❑ Site Plan drawn at scale showing parcel, grading, landscaping and location of utilities, as applicable.
❑ Location of all buildings and their square footage.
❑ Curb cuts, driveways, access roads, parking spaces, off-street loading areas and sidewalks.
❑ Landscaping and screening plans.
❑ Sanitary sewer and water plan with estimated use per day.
❑ Drainage and grading plan; indicate soil type.
❑ Any additional information reasonably required by the City Staff, Planning Commission or City Council.
We, the undersigned, hereby certify that we have read, examined and understand this application and that the
information submitted herein and attached hereto is true, accurate, and correctly states my intentions.
Signature of Applicant: Z
Signature of Owner-
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6/16/2017
Date: 6/16/2017
STAFF USE ONLY
Application Fee Due: $400.00
Application Fee Received by: Date Application Received:
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City of St. Joseph
Notice of Public Hearing
Conditional Use Permit & Variance
The St. Joseph Planning Commission shall conduct public hearings on
Administrator Monday, July 10, 2017 at 6:05 PM or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
judy Weyrens heard at the St. Joseph City Hall, 75 Callaway Street East. The purpose of the
hearings are to consider a Conditional Use Permit to amend a Special Use
Permit for Rolling Ridge Event Center to allow private and public events, seven
days a week, year round with outdoor music until 12:15 AM, along with a
Mayor Variance from Ordinance 520, Section 520.10: Off-Street Parking, including
Ri�k S�hulr� paving, curbing and striping as submitted by, Randy Schmitz, Rolling Ridge
Properties, LLC, owner and applicant. The property is located at 31101 CR 133,
St. Joseph, MN and described as The E 3/4 of the SE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of
Councilors Section 2, Township 124, Range 29, Stearns County, Minnesota, lying northerly
of the centerline of CO RD 133.
Troy Goracke
Matt Killam
Bob Loso Judy Weyrens
Dale Wick Administrator
Publish: June 29, 2017
75 Callaway Street East• Saint Joseph,Minnesota 56374
Email ciryoffices@ciryofstjoseph.com Phone 320.363.720I Fax 320.363.0342
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In the matter of:
Randy Schmitz,Rolling Ridge Properties,LLC
Special Use Permit to allow for Events Center
On February 3,2014,the St.Joseph Planning Commission conducted a publit hearing to
consider the application of Randy Schmitz for speciaf use to allow recreation servites such as theaters,
bowling establishments and clubs and lodges. The matter was duly published and notice was providerl
to property owners within 350 feet of the above referenced property. Needing additional information,
the Pianning Commission tabled action on the Specia!Use Request to Mach 3,2014.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: That part of the East 990 feet of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest
Quarter(SE 7G SW 3�)of Section 2,Township 124,Range 29 fyfng Northerly of
County Road. Subject to Road Easement described as follows: The East 2 rods
of that part of 5 Y4 of SW ki of Section 2,Township 124,Range 29 lying North of
County Road 133. Also,the North 2 rods of the East 990 feet of said S 14 of SW
3G;Also,the Southerly 2 rods of the Easteriy 675 feet of said S 34 of SW l4 lying
Northerly of said County Road as measured along the Northerly right of way of
said road. Tract consisting of approximately 13.92 acres,more or less.
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 31101 County Road 133
ZONING CLASSIFtCAT10N: B2,Highway Business
ORDlNANCE REFERENCES:
i. Sc.loseah Code of Ordinance 52.32 Subd. 1 states the Highway 75 Business District is
intended to control the use and development of land an improvements by creating a mixed
land use district near and adjacent to the County State Aid Highway�5 corridor in the City of
St.Joseph.
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2. St Jvsenh Code of Ordinances 52.32 Subd.4lil requires issuance of a special use permit for
recreations senrices such as theaters,bowling establishments and clubs and lodges. The
proposed events center is similar in nature to the aforementioned.
3. St.loseah Code of Ordinances 52.07 Subd.3 identifies the process for,securing a special use
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e. Identifies standa�ds for granting a special use permit and include: wiil not be
detrimental to or endanger public health,safety,morals,comfort,or general
welfare of the neighborhood;will be harmonious to the neighborhood;wiil not
change the characteristics of the neighborhood,wiil be adequately served by
facilities and services;wiil not create excessive additional costs for services;wifl not
involve activities that involve excessive noise,production of traffic,fumes,glare or
odors;will no#create traffic congestion;will have adequate facilities for off street
parking;wili not resuit in the loss or damage of historic property.
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h. provides the Planning Commission and City Council the authority to place conditions
when issuing a special use permit in order to protect the best interests of the
surrounding area or of the City as a whole and identifies examples of conditions
which include:traffic management for ingress and egress to the property;off-street
pa�king;refuse and service areas;fencing and landscaping;signage;open space
requirements;general compatibility conditions.
The Planning Commission accepted the following testimony:
1. Steve Gohman expressed concern that as an adjacent land owner with cattle he was
concerned about trespass. Through discussion it was determined that the property line
is fenced the�eby reducing the trespass issue.
Upon the hearing being closed,Lhe Planning Commission deliberated the following:
1. Understanding of the type of events center and that it would be predominately weddings or
high end events. All events would include catered food and alcohoi
2. Management of a{cohol on the site,requesting additional information from the Police Chief
3. Management of the site in relation to tra�c and impacts to CR 133
4. Assurance of life safety measures and fire protection
5. The special use would not grant development rights until the building code issues have been
resolved.
6. Requested additional information on overall sight management.
In an effort to gather additional information,the Planning Commission tabled action on the public
hearing to the March 3,2014 Planning Commission meeting,at which the following information was
presented for deliberation:
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1. insurance—The property owner should provide the City annually with a certificate of
insurance,providing proof of insurance as an events cente�or gathering space.
2. Alcohol—The Rolli�g Ridge Conference Center will not include an on/off sale liquor license.
The facility is used for private parties only,not open to the public. Therefore,if afcohol is
served on the premise,it must be provided by a vendor with a current MN Caterers license.
The property owner is responsibie for providing the C'�ty with a copy of the MN License for
each event. Additionally,
a. Alcohol can only be consumed in designated areas
b. Alcohol cannot be taken beyond the east pillars leading to the parking lot. The property
owner will mark the area with a sign indicating no"liquor beyond this point".
c. The property owner should further delineate the point where alcohol cannot leave the
property by adding plantings to each slde of the pillars leading to the parking lot.
3. Noise—Outdoor music is allowed and sha{I be governed by Si losenh Code of Ordinances
102.Noise.
4. Seasonai Business—The current special use permit allows special event venues from May 1
through October 31 annually.
S. Parking—All parking must be in desfgnated areas and park)ng on CR 133 is prohibited.
6. Guest Suite—The p�oposed convention center includes a guest suite to be utilized by the
Bride and Groom or CEO reserving the facility.
a. The suite can only be occupied for one night
b. The suite will serve as a bread and breakfast with no cooking permitted in the suite.
Food must be catered.
c. The rental inspector shall annually inspect the unit to assure life safety measures are
satisfied. Typical rental inspection fees shall apply.
7. Recreational Bonfires—a�y recreational bonfire must be located in a designated area
approved by the Fire Chief. During use proper fire safety measures must be in place,such as
a hose and water.
8. Inspection—The City reserves the right to inspect the property at any time.
9. Signage—AN signage must be in accordance to St.Jose�h Code of Ordinance 52.11.
10. Development Rights—The special use permit does not become valid until all building code
issues have been resolved and the building is in conformance.
DEdSION AND CONCLUSION
8ased on the�inding of Fact,the St.Joseph Planning Commission recommends the St.Joseph
City Council issue a Special Use Pennit based on the following conclusions:
1. St.Jose4�ode of Ord{nances 52.32 Subd.4!i)requires issuance of a speciai use permit for
�ecreations services such as theaters,bowling establishments end clubs�and bdges. The
proposed events center is similar in nature to the aforementioned.
Z. The Special Use Permit aliow for special events such as weddings and corporate events,
where food and beverages are part of the venue. The Special Use Permit excludes events
that are exclusively entertainment in nature.
3. The Special Use Permit is contingent upon meeting the requirements set forth in
deliberation items 1-10.
Based on the foregoing Finding of Fact of the St.Joseph Pianning Commission,the request for Special
Use to ailow recreation services such as theatres,bowling establishments and clubs and lodges at 31101
County Road 133 is hereby granted to Randy Schmitz,Rolling Ridge LLC with the conditions as stated
above.
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