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MINUTES OF THE ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
APRIL 26, 1983
A regular meeting of the Eagan Advisory Planning Commission was held on
Tuesday, April 26, 1983 at the Eagan City Hall commencing at 7:00 o'clock p.m.
Those present were Chairman Hall, Members Turnham, Wold, Wilkins, McCrea and
Bohne. Absent were Krob and Mulrooney. Also present were City Planner Runkle,
Assistant City Engineer Hefti," Public Works Director Colbert, and City
Attorney Hauge.
AGENDA
Upon motion by Hall, seconded Bohne, the Agenda was approved as dis-
tributed. All voted yes.
1. March 22, 1983 Regular Meeting. Upon motion by Hall, seconded Wold,
it was resolved that the Minutes of the March 22, 1983 meeting be approved as
prepared. All voted yea.
2. April 12, 1983 Special Meeting. Bohne moved, Wold seconded the
motion to approve the Minutes of the April 12, 1983 meeting. All voted yes.
WOODHAVEN ADDITION - REZONING AND PRELIMINARY PLAT
The continued public hearing regarding the application of Terry Stover
for rezoning approximately one acre from CSC (Community Shopping Center) to R-
4 (Residential Multiple) and preliminary plat of Woodhaven Addition located at
the southeast intersection of Rahn and Beau D'Rue Drive was first brought
before the commission. It was noted the preliminary plat would cover about
two acres with two multiple lots. The application had been heard at the March
22 regular meeting of the Planning Commission and additional information was
requested from the applicant. There were no affected neighboring property
owners present nor any objections to the application. Mr. Stover was present
and indicated that he met with the President of The Mount Calvary Lutheran
Church, Church Council to review the feasibility and impact on the church and
stated the Church Council has no objection to the project. He also has
reviewed the application with the Advisory Park Committee and the Committee
has recommended approval subject to certain -conditions noted in its Memorandum
of April 15, 1983. Three variances were requested, including 1.2 units per
building more than the code allows, garage variance and variance for Rahn Road
setback of 2 feet to the proposed buildings. Mr. Runkle reviewed the Park
Committee's comments and recommendations to eliminate the additional garages
for Building B, which would reduce the grade between the buildings, reduce the
slope to the east and also save some oak trees. The proposal would include 30
underground parking spaces for Building A and 29 spaces for Building B, noting
that outside parking would be adequate, but inside parking would be short.
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There were concerns about the additional units by member Bohne and
showing of insufficient hardship. Erosion control concerns were expressed by
member Turnham, but it was noted by staff that with proper maintenance, the
erosion could be controlled. Member Wold expressed his concerns regarding the
oaks that may not survive and the density, together with the additional fill
being placed in the City pond. The applicant indicated that he would be
willing to reduce the density to 17 units per building and this would then
require no garage variance.
After considerable discussion, Bohne moved, Wilkins seconded the motion
to recommend approval of the application for rezoning as submitted. All voted
yes. Bohne then moved, Wilkins seconded the motion to recommend approval of
the preliminary plat with the following conditions:
I. That there would be a maximum 17 units per building which would
include 17 inside garages for Building A and 13 inside garages for Building B,
resulting in less impact on the park to the east, with the four additional
parking spaces to be made up in outside parking.
2. A variance to provide for 17 units per building.
3. The outside parking spaces and drives shall meet all City Ordinance
requirements.
4. A detailed landscape plan shall be submitted and reviewed by staff
prior to final plat approval.
5. A development agreement shall be entered into and approved prior to
final plat.
6. All easements shall be dedicated as requested by City staff.
7. The development plan shall be subject to the Park Commission's
recommendations of April 15, 1983 as follows:
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a. That a cash dedication be required at the time of final plat -
b. That an 8 to 10 foot bench be provided for a future trailway
which would tie into the proposed and existing trails within the Woodhaven
Park proper.
C. That acceptable ground cover and/or terracing be put into place
to stabilize the soils and slopes.
d. That there be a landscaping bond, which would be in effect for
at least two growing seasons, to insure stability of the soil on park
property.
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e. That as many trees be saved as possible.
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f. That the developer provide retaining walls, if necessary in
accordance with staff recommendations, to allow the trail to be put in place.
g. That fill be allowed on the park property; with minimal grades
impacting the site as approved by City staff.
B. All other applicable City ordinances shall be met.
9. A 40 foot half right-of-way shall be dedicated for both Beau D' Rue
Drive and also for Rahn Road.
10. Ten foot utility and drainage easements shall be provided along all
publicly dedicated rights-of-way and 5 foot drainage and utility easements
shall be dedicated along all exterior lot lines with a 10 foot drainage and
utility easements centered over all interior lot lines.
11. This development shall accept its responsibility for lateral benefit
from trunk water main at the rates in effect at the time of final plat
approval.
12. All costs for installing sanitary and water services, internal storm
sewer, driveways, concrete curbing and parking areas shall be the sole respon-
sibility of this development along with the costs for extending the City's
existing 21 inch storm sewer to the toe of the proposed embankment.
13. The access from Building B to Beau D' Rue Drive shall be set back
150 feet from the intersection of Rahn Road.
14. A detailed grading, drainage and erosion control plan shall be
submitted to the City for approval prior to final plat approval.
Road. 15. A setback variance of 2 feet be approved for building from Rahn
16. That grading Plan B with the least amount of grading and fill be
approved.
All voted in favor.
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YAN M SQUARE INN - PYLON SIGN
The hearing regarding the application of Federal Land Company for condi-
tional use permit for pylon sign at Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Bicentennial 8th
Addition was convened by Chairman Chuck Hall. A pylon sign will be 27 feet in
height with a black lantern placed 2 feet higher in the middle of the sign
structure and with decorative area surrounding the facing of the sign. There
were questions as to whether the restaurant to the north would be eligible for
a pylon sign and it was noted that there is adequate 300 foot'spacing, but
that an additional pylon sign for the Super America station would possibly not
be allowed under the ordinance. With the decorative framing, the total square
footage would be 139 square feet. McCrea moved, Turnham seconded the motion
to approve the application subject to the following conditions:
1. No more than one pylon sign will be allowed for Yankee Square Inn.
2. The sign shall be no more than 27 feet in height plus the two foot
lantern.
3. The sign shall not exceed 125 square feet in area per side.
All voted in favor except Wold and Wilkins who voted no.
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VIENNA HOODS - WAIVER OF PLAT
The hearing regarding the application of Countryside Builders, Inc. for
waiver of plat for Lot 7, Block 5, and Lot 3, Block 6, Vienna Woods Addition
to divide two duplex lots for owner occupancy was convened by the Chairman.
Jerry Lagro of Countryside Builders, Inc. was present as was Robert Newton,
one of the neighboring property owners on Kings Road. Mr. Newton was con-
cerned about the covenants that had been filed, apparently in February of 1983
covering the lots in the subdivision, which provided that all two-family homes
would have a minimum of 1,150 square feet of above ground space per unit, plus
double garage attached to each unit. He stated that the.ground floor space in
each of the duplex units would be 900 square ,feet in each of the two build-
ings. Mr. Lagro stated that there was 1,300 square feet being finished,
including three levels and the building plans were approved by the Archi-
tectural Review Committee, but he also stated the covenants do not specify the
restrictions for split level homes. Member Wold was concerned about splitting
a 15,000 square foot duplex lot into two separate lots and possibly subverting
the R-1 lot size but it was noted that the split only allows two separate
owners. Member Bohne moved to recommend approval of the application and
McCrea seconded the motion, subject to the following:
1. All necessary easements shall be dedicated to the City as recom-
mended by the City staff.
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2. That notice be given to the developer that there is a minimum square
foot requirement under the covenants, although the City will not be directly
involved in policing the covenants.
All voted in favor.
0AKWOOD HEIGHTS 29D ADDITION - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of Countryside Builders, Inc. for preliminary plat
approval of Oakwood Heights 2nd Addition to plat 46 duplex lots on a 21.5 acre
site located in the northwest quadrant of Dodd Road and Wilderness Run Road
was next brought before the Planning Commission. Ralph Wagner of Probe
Engineering and Jerry Lagro of Countryside Builders were present for the
applicant. Mr. Wagner indicated the NSP area to the north would be included
in the plat and eventually deeded to the City for park purposes. Also, there
would be public access to the lake from the south with park land around the
south portion of the lake. There is no definite plan for the park area at the
present time. A number of neighboring property owners were present, including
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Schwanz who were concerned about trespassing on their property
located immediately to the north. In addition, Mr. Schwanz was concerned
about a portion of Schwanz Lake having public access and a portion only
privately owned. The project would include 4.5 units per acre so that it is
within the density allowed. The developer would provide for berming as recom-
mended by the staff and also would eliminate the eyebrow cul-de-sacs. Member
Bohne recommended a homeowners association to be organized and required, in
order to avoid any inconsistency in maintenance and upkeep of the units. It
was noted that the City has not required homeowners associations but is con-
cerned about the restrictions imposed by such associations. Member Turnham
had questions about hardship for less than 15,000 square foot lots as pro-
posed, and Mr. Wagner indicated that the reason for the smaller lots is to
make them more salable and less costly. He indicated that it may be possible
to eliminate one lot along the northerly side in Phase B and pick up the lot
in the southerly portion of that phase. Member Wold stated the only reason
for the variance for lot sizes is financial and does not appear to be adequate
hardship. Mr. Hefti indicated that the study of Schwanz Lake is now being
conducted and that it is a DNR controlled lake with an NOHW now raised to 880
feet above sea level. There were also concerns about the park swap of 0.65
acres for 1.37 acres of park land and the Park Committee will review the
issues. All units are intended to be owner -occupied. Chairman Hall stated
the density in the second phase appears to be the issue and recommended a
rework to eliminate the eyebrows and resolve the density. After extended
discussion, Bohne moved, Wilkins seconded the motion to recommend approval of
the application, subject to the following:
1. That Phase 1 shall be recommended for approval to include 20 duplex
units and that the developer may proceed with that. phase to the City council.
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2. Phase 2 would be reworked and reviewed by the Advisory Planning
Commission at its next regular meeting to implement the recommendations of the
Commission.
3. That either one or two homeowners associations be created for the
entire development with the association declarations to be reviewed by the
City staff to assure that maintenance and upkeep standards will be imposed
throughout the development.
4. The park boundary, park, dedication and development of a trail along
Wilderness Run Road shall be done in accordance with the requirements estab-
lished by the City Council after review and comment by the Eagan Advisory Park
and Recreation Commission.
5. The undersized double bungalow lots, in terms of area and width, are
approved as specifically shown on the "Oakwood Park Preliminary Plat" dated
March 31, 1983. No other deviations from the minimum requirements for R-2
development, contained in the -Eagan Zoning Ordinance, shall be approved.
6. The provisions of the Lexington South Planned Development Agreement
shall be complied with in all respects as a part of the approval of this
preliminary plat.
7. The preliminary plat shall be approved by the Dakota County Plat
Committee prior to the filing of the final plat.
8. The internal unnamed streets shall be approved at a minimum right-
of-way width of 50 feet.
9. The area to be dedicated for park shall be included in the plat and
platted as an outlot.
10. If the streets and utilities are to be installed privately, the
plans and specifications shall be prepared by a registered engineer in accor-
dance with City standards and submitted for approval along with final plat
approval.
11. In Phase 2, the bubbles on the through street shall be eliminated.
12. An 8 foot trailway shall be installed along this development's
southerly border.
13. A 4o foot half right-of-way shall be dedicated for both Wilderness
Run Road and Dodd Road and shall include the area adjacent to the park outlot.
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14. A 10 foot utility easement shall be dedicated along all property
abutting publicly -dedicated right-of-way, with a 5 foot utility easement
dedicated along all exterior lot lines and a 10 foot drainage and utility
easement centered.over all interior lot lines, except for the lot lines be-
tween Lots 4 and 5, Block 12, Lots 1 and 2, Block 3 and Lots 7 and 8, Block 1.
These easements shall be 20 feet in width and centered over the common lot
line.
15. All costs for installation of internal street and utilities shall be
the sole responsibility of this development.
16. This development shall accept its responsibility for trunk area
storm sewer at the rates in effect at the time of final plat approval.
All voted in favor
SUNSET ADDITION - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of Joseph M. Miller Construction Company for preliminary
plat approval of Sunset Addition was next considered in the form of a formal
hearing by the Commission. Brad Swenson appeared for the applicant and indi-
cated that a new application has now been presented which complies with the
ordinance requirements. An application that had been submitted for Planned
Development approval at the regular March 1983 Planning Commission meeting had
now been withdrawn. There were questions from adjacent owners mainly con-
cerning drainage, and it was noted that temporary drainage provisions would be
included in the plat. The owner of the land to the south was present and
stated that the assessments for the road would be too onerous for her and that
she was not willing to grant necessary street easements. Alternates were
discussed, including improvement of only half right-of-way and improvement of
the road to the west line of proposed Augusta Lane. The applicant was re-
quested to negotiate with the owner for determination of the right-of-way and
the assessment issues. Wilkins moved, Wold seconded the motion to recommend
approval of the application, subject to the following:
1. Adequate right-of-way be obtained for Hackmore Drive prior to final
plat approval according to City standards including the southerly 25 feet.
2. A temporary cul-de-sac shall be provided on the north end of Augusta
Lane.
3. No variances shall be allowed for side setbacks except for topo-
graphic or vegetation reasons.
4. The plat shall be subject to the Park Commission's review and recom-
mendations.
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5. The development agreement shall be entered into and signed by the
applicant prior to final plat.
6. A berm and ponding area shall be constructed over Lot 1, Block 1, so
as to contain all excess runoff as a result of this development.
7. A drainage easement or written agreement with the property owner to
the north over whose land the runoff from the northern half of this plat will
cross shall be acquired.
8. 15 foot utility and drainage easement shall be acquired over Lot 7,
Block 2 and a 30 foot drainage and utility easement shall be acquired centered
over the common lot line between Lots 4 and 5, Block 1.
9. 10 foot utility easement shall be dedicated adjacent to all publicly
dedicated rights-of-way and 5 foot drainage and utility easements dedicated
adjacent to all exterior lot lines with 10 foot drainage and utility easements
centered over all interior lot lines.
10. The southerly 25 feet half right-of-way of Hackmore Drive shall be
obtained prior to final plat aprpoval.
11. This development shall be responsible for its trunk area storm sewer
assessment and all costs for the installation of streets and utilities within
this development.
12. If the utilities and streets are installed privately, the plans and
specifications shall be prepared by a registered engineer and submitted to the
City for approval.
All voted yea.
EAGANDALE OFFICE PARR- REPLAT
The public hearing regarding the application of Northwestern Mutual Life
Insurance Co. for replat of portions of Blocks 1, 2, and 3 of the Eagandale
Center Industrial Park into Eagandale Office Park was next convened by the
Chairman. Michelle Foster of Opus Corporation appearead on behalf of the
applicant. She indicated that the reasons for the replat were the impact of
the condemnation of right-of-way by MnDOT for I -35E and also considerable land
use planning has taken place which make revisions desirable, including better
road access to the general area. She indicated that it is possible that the
replatted area would be planned for office use. Representatives from Rose-
mount, Inc. were present and were concerned about the berming in the area of
Lot 1, Block 1 of the new replat. Further negotiations will take place
including review of the grades in the area in order to resolve the concern.
Ms. Foster indicated that if office purposes are pursued, the area would also
require rezoning. McCrea moved, Wilkins seconded the motion to recommend
approval of the application, subject to the following stipulations:
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1. Approval by the City Engineer of all utility, drainage and grading
plans.
2. The replat shall be subject to the approval of the vacation of the
affected streets by the City.
3. A 20 foot utility easement shall be dedicated along all publicly -
dedicated right-of-way with 5 foot utility and drainage easements dedicated
along all exterior lot lines and 10 foot drainage and utility easements dedi-
cated along all interior lot lines.
4. A 20 foot utility easement shall be dedicated over the proposed
water main located within Block 2.
5. The intersection of Avalon Avenue with Corporate Center Drive shall
be reconstructred as a "T" intersection.
6. All costs associated with utility and street construction shall be
the sole responsibility of this development.
7. A detailed erosion control/grading plan shall be submitted for
approval along with the final plat.
8. All other applicable ordinance requirments shall be met.
9. Rosemount, Inc. and Transilwrap shall be contacted to resolve any
questions about impact on their lots.
10. The Planning Commission recommends waiving the park dedication
requirement for the replat of this plat only.
All voted in favor.
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CROSSROADS APARTMENTS - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The hearing regarding the application of Marell, Inc. and Kenneth Apple-
baum for preliminary plat approval of the Crossroads Apartments, consisting of
Lot 1, Block 2, and Outlot A of Pilot Knob Heights 1st Addition was convened
by the Chairman. Ron Erickson of Korsunsky, Krank, and Erickson Architects,
appeared on behalf of the applicant. The plat would encompass approximately
4.7 net acres with two lots and a 32 unit rental apartment building on each
lot. Mr. Erickson indicated the units would rent for between $400.00 and
$500.00 per month, with garages located on the second floor of each building.
The buildings would have varying heights from different directions above-
ground level because of the uneven topography. Four foot berms plus land-
scaping would be included around the east and south sides of the project. A
number of neighboring property owners were present including Dick Giefer who
requested higher screening along the east line to separate the single family
lots. Several owners in the St. Francis Wood and Duckwood Estates subdivi-
sions to the east appeared and several of them expressed their dissatisfaction
with the developer's alleged misrepresentations in their subdivisions in the
construction of their homes, including lot representations and covenants. It
was understood that Marell will build, own and manage the complex and has no
intention of selling the complex at the present time.
Mr. Runkle indicated, upon questioning, that the underlying zoning had
_. been R-4 with the Pilot Knob Heights PD commenced in 1970 and the Planned
Development Agreement signed in 1974. It appeared that there had been no
change in plans for the parcel, according to City records. Member Wold stated
that it was his opinion that the high density was inappropriate in light of
the zoning surrounding the site. Also, there were concerns about the single
access from the project to the adjoining streets, but staff members indicated
that they could see no alternates. It was also noted by commission members
that there is very little park land in the area and there were concerns
whether there were adequate interior recreational facilities.
It was also noted that the Planned Development process in the City has
some architectural control and the planned development contract can also
control the issue to a certain extent.
There were also objections about the large parking lot adjacent to the
residential area on the east and it was recommended that a tenant in each unit
be required to rent one covered parking stall to avoid excess cars in the
outside parking lots. After extensive discussion and questions from the
audience and members, Wold moved that the application be continued until the
next regular meeting of the Commission in order to allow the staff to review
the controls being imposed by the City under the Planned Development process,
including screening, elevations of the buildings, that a meeting be held with
affected neighboring property owners, and also to determine what controls the
City .can impose upon the development, including heights of buildings, land-
scaping, size of parking lots, berming, etc. Those in favor were McCrea and
Wold; those against were Hall, Turnham, Wilkins and Bohne. Wilkins then
moved, McCrea seconded the motion to recommend approval of the application,
subject to the following:
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1. Park dedication shall be accomplished in accordance with the re-
quirements established for the "Pilot Knob Heights Planned Development".
2. A detailed landscape plan shall be submitted to and approved by City
staff prior to construction with appropriate landscape bond.
3. A detailed plan providing for outside lighting shall be submitted to
and approved by City staff prior to construction.
4. ' All other applicable City ordinance requirements shall be met.
5. A four foot berm with vegetation on top shall be located on the
south and east borders of the development.
6. Drainage and erosion control plans shall be approved by the City
Engineering Department.
7. Concrete curb and gutter shall be constructed along the perimeter of
all outside parking areas and the north island of the parking lot located on
Lot 1 shall be constructed with concrete curb and gutter.
•' 8. The two curb cuts located along Denmark Avenue shall be removed and
replaced with B 618 curb and gutter and the existing driveway approach off of
Duckwood Drive shall be eliminated and replaced with B 618 curb and gutter.
9. A 5 foot concrete sidewalk shall be constructed along the westerly
property line to Duckwood Drive and also along the northerly property line
from the entrance to Denmark Avenue.
10. A cross easement shall be required across Lot 1 along with an
easement of sufficient width for the fire hydrant and fire hydrant lead.
11. A 10 foot utility easement shall be required along all property
abutting publicly -dedicated right-of-way with a 5 foot drainage and utility
easement dedicated along all exterior lot lines'and a 10 foot drainage and
utility easement centered over all interior lot lines.
12. This development shall accept its upgraded assessment for streets in
the amount of $20,510.
13. All costs for the internal utilities and parking lots shall be the
sole responsibility of this development.
14. One inside parking space shall be required to be rented for each
unit and outside parking of at least one space per unit.
;•:`;� 15. The Development Agreement shall include all working drawings pre-
pared to this stage.
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16. Provisions shall be included in the Development Agreement to assure
development will take place as presented in the application process.
17. The developer shall meet with area residents prior to the next
meeting with the Council to review the project in detail.
All voted in favor, except Wold.
At 11:30 p.m. Turnham moved, McCrea seconded the motion to adjourn the
meeting and to consider the rest of the agenda items at a continued meeting on
Thursday, April 28, 1983 at 7:00 p.m. at the City Hall. All voted yes.
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MINUTES OF THE ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
APRIL 26, 1983
A regular meeting of the Eagan Advisory Planning Commission was held on
Tuesday, April 26, 1983 at the Eagan City Hall commencing at 7:00 o'clock p.m.
Those present were Chairman Hall, Members Turnham, Wold, Wilkins, McCrea and
Bohne. Absent were Krob and Mulrooney. Also present were City Planner Runkle,
Assistant City Engineer Hefti," Public Works Director Colbert, and City
Attorney Hauge.
AGENDA
Upon motion by Hall, seconded Bohne, the Agenda was approved as dis-
tributed. All voted yes.
1. March 22, 1983 Regular Meeting. Upon motion by Hall, seconded Wold,
it was resolved that the Minutes of the March 22, 1983 meeting be approved as
prepared. All voted yea.
2. April 12, 1983 Special Meeting. Bohne moved, Wold seconded the
motion to approve the Minutes of the April 12, 1983 meeting. All voted yes.
WOODHAVEN ADDITION - REZONING AND PRELIMINARY PLAT
The continued public hearing regarding the application of Terry Stover
for rezoning approximately one acre from CSC (Community Shopping Center) to R-
4 (Residential Multiple) and preliminary plat of Woodhaven Addition located at
the southeast intersection of Rahn and Beau D'Rue Drive was first brought
before the commission. It was noted the preliminary plat would cover about
two acres with two multiple lots. The application had been heard at the March
22 regular meeting of the Planning Commission and additional information was
requested from the applicant. There were no affected neighboring property
owners present nor any objections to the application. Mr. Stover was present
and indicated that he met with the President of The Mount Calvary Lutheran
Church, Church Council to review the feasibility and impact on the church and
stated the Church Council has no objection to the project. He also has
reviewed the application with the Advisory Park Committee and the Committee
has recommended approval subject to certain -conditions noted in its Memorandum
of April 15, 1983. Three variances were requested, including 1.2 units per
building more than the code allows, garage variance and variance for Rahn Road
setback of 2 feet to the proposed buildings. Mr. Runkle reviewed the Park
Committee's comments and recommendations to eliminate the additional garages
for Building B, which would reduce the grade between the buildings, reduce the
slope to the east and also save some oak trees. The proposal would include 30
underground parking spaces for Building A and 29 spaces for Building B, noting
that outside parking would be adequate, but inside parking would be short.
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There were concerns about the additional units by member Bohne and
showing of insufficient hardship. Erosion control concerns were expressed by
member Turnham, but it was noted by staff that with proper maintenance, the
erosion could be controlled. Member Wold expressed his concerns regarding the
oaks that may not survive and the density, together with the additional fill
being placed in the City pond. The applicant indicated that he would be
willing to reduce the density to 17 units per building and this would then
require no garage variance.
After considerable discussion, Bohne moved, Wilkins seconded the motion
to recommend approval of the application for rezoning as submitted. All voted
yes. Bohne then moved, Wilkins seconded the motion to recommend approval of
the preliminary plat with the following conditions:
I. That there would be a maximum 17 units per building which would
include 17 inside garages for Building A and 13 inside garages for Building B,
resulting in less impact on the park to the east, with the four additional
parking spaces to be made up in outside parking.
2. A variance to provide for 17 units per building.
3. The outside parking spaces and drives shall meet all City Ordinance
requirements.
4. A detailed landscape plan shall be submitted and reviewed by staff
prior to final plat approval.
5. A development agreement shall be entered into and approved prior to
final plat.
6. All easements shall be dedicated as requested by City staff.
7. The development plan shall be subject to the Park Commission's
recommendations of April 15, 1983 as follows:
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a. That a cash dedication be required at the time of final plat -
b. That an 8 to 10 foot bench be provided for a future trailway
which would tie into the proposed and existing trails within the Woodhaven
Park proper.
C. That acceptable ground cover and/or terracing be put into place
to stabilize the soils and slopes.
d. That there be a landscaping bond, which would be in effect for
at least two growing seasons, to insure stability of the soil on park
property.
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e. That as many trees be saved as possible.
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f. That the developer provide retaining walls, if necessary in
accordance with staff recommendations, to allow the trail to be put in place.
g. That fill be allowed on the park property; with minimal grades
impacting the site as approved by City staff.
B. All other applicable City ordinances shall be met.
9. A 40 foot half right-of-way shall be dedicated for both Beau D' Rue
Drive and also for Rahn Road.
10. Ten foot utility and drainage easements shall be provided along all
publicly dedicated rights-of-way and 5 foot drainage and utility easements
shall be dedicated along all exterior lot lines with a 10 foot drainage and
utility easements centered over all interior lot lines.
11. This development shall accept its responsibility for lateral benefit
from trunk water main at the rates in effect at the time of final plat
approval.
12. All costs for installing sanitary and water services, internal storm
sewer, driveways, concrete curbing and parking areas shall be the sole respon-
sibility of this development along with the costs for extending the City's
existing 21 inch storm sewer to the toe of the proposed embankment.
13. The access from Building B to Beau D' Rue Drive shall be set back
150 feet from the intersection of Rahn Road.
14. A detailed grading, drainage and erosion control plan shall be
submitted to the City for approval prior to final plat approval.
Road. 15. A setback variance of 2 feet be approved for building from Rahn
16. That grading Plan B with the least amount of grading and fill be
approved.
All voted in favor.
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YAN M SQUARE INN - PYLON SIGN
The hearing regarding the application of Federal Land Company for condi-
tional use permit for pylon sign at Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Bicentennial 8th
Addition was convened by Chairman Chuck Hall. A pylon sign will be 27 feet in
height with a black lantern placed 2 feet higher in the middle of the sign
structure and with decorative area surrounding the facing of the sign. There
were questions as to whether the restaurant to the north would be eligible for
a pylon sign and it was noted that there is adequate 300 foot'spacing, but
that an additional pylon sign for the Super America station would possibly not
be allowed under the ordinance. With the decorative framing, the total square
footage would be 139 square feet. McCrea moved, Turnham seconded the motion
to approve the application subject to the following conditions:
1. No more than one pylon sign will be allowed for Yankee Square Inn.
2. The sign shall be no more than 27 feet in height plus the two foot
lantern.
3. The sign shall not exceed 125 square feet in area per side.
All voted in favor except Wold and Wilkins who voted no.
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VIENNA HOODS - WAIVER OF PLAT
The hearing regarding the application of Countryside Builders, Inc. for
waiver of plat for Lot 7, Block 5, and Lot 3, Block 6, Vienna Woods Addition
to divide two duplex lots for owner occupancy was convened by the Chairman.
Jerry Lagro of Countryside Builders, Inc. was present as was Robert Newton,
one of the neighboring property owners on Kings Road. Mr. Newton was con-
cerned about the covenants that had been filed, apparently in February of 1983
covering the lots in the subdivision, which provided that all two-family homes
would have a minimum of 1,150 square feet of above ground space per unit, plus
double garage attached to each unit. He stated that the.ground floor space in
each of the duplex units would be 900 square ,feet in each of the two build-
ings. Mr. Lagro stated that there was 1,300 square feet being finished,
including three levels and the building plans were approved by the Archi-
tectural Review Committee, but he also stated the covenants do not specify the
restrictions for split level homes. Member Wold was concerned about splitting
a 15,000 square foot duplex lot into two separate lots and possibly subverting
the R-1 lot size but it was noted that the split only allows two separate
owners. Member Bohne moved to recommend approval of the application and
McCrea seconded the motion, subject to the following:
1. All necessary easements shall be dedicated to the City as recom-
mended by the City staff.
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2. That notice be given to the developer that there is a minimum square
foot requirement under the covenants, although the City will not be directly
involved in policing the covenants.
All voted in favor.
0AKWOOD HEIGHTS 29D ADDITION - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of Countryside Builders, Inc. for preliminary plat
approval of Oakwood Heights 2nd Addition to plat 46 duplex lots on a 21.5 acre
site located in the northwest quadrant of Dodd Road and Wilderness Run Road
was next brought before the Planning Commission. Ralph Wagner of Probe
Engineering and Jerry Lagro of Countryside Builders were present for the
applicant. Mr. Wagner indicated the NSP area to the north would be included
in the plat and eventually deeded to the City for park purposes. Also, there
would be public access to the lake from the south with park land around the
south portion of the lake. There is no definite plan for the park area at the
present time. A number of neighboring property owners were present, including
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Schwanz who were concerned about trespassing on their property
located immediately to the north. In addition, Mr. Schwanz was concerned
about a portion of Schwanz Lake having public access and a portion only
privately owned. The project would include 4.5 units per acre so that it is
within the density allowed. The developer would provide for berming as recom-
mended by the staff and also would eliminate the eyebrow cul-de-sacs. Member
Bohne recommended a homeowners association to be organized and required, in
order to avoid any inconsistency in maintenance and upkeep of the units. It
was noted that the City has not required homeowners associations but is con-
cerned about the restrictions imposed by such associations. Member Turnham
had questions about hardship for less than 15,000 square foot lots as pro-
posed, and Mr. Wagner indicated that the reason for the smaller lots is to
make them more salable and less costly. He indicated that it may be possible
to eliminate one lot along the northerly side in Phase B and pick up the lot
in the southerly portion of that phase. Member Wold stated the only reason
for the variance for lot sizes is financial and does not appear to be adequate
hardship. Mr. Hefti indicated that the study of Schwanz Lake is now being
conducted and that it is a DNR controlled lake with an NOHW now raised to 880
feet above sea level. There were also concerns about the park swap of 0.65
acres for 1.37 acres of park land and the Park Committee will review the
issues. All units are intended to be owner -occupied. Chairman Hall stated
the density in the second phase appears to be the issue and recommended a
rework to eliminate the eyebrows and resolve the density. After extended
discussion, Bohne moved, Wilkins seconded the motion to recommend approval of
the application, subject to the following:
1. That Phase 1 shall be recommended for approval to include 20 duplex
units and that the developer may proceed with that. phase to the City council.
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2. Phase 2 would be reworked and reviewed by the Advisory Planning
Commission at its next regular meeting to implement the recommendations of the
Commission.
3. That either one or two homeowners associations be created for the
entire development with the association declarations to be reviewed by the
City staff to assure that maintenance and upkeep standards will be imposed
throughout the development.
4. The park boundary, park, dedication and development of a trail along
Wilderness Run Road shall be done in accordance with the requirements estab-
lished by the City Council after review and comment by the Eagan Advisory Park
and Recreation Commission.
5. The undersized double bungalow lots, in terms of area and width, are
approved as specifically shown on the "Oakwood Park Preliminary Plat" dated
March 31, 1983. No other deviations from the minimum requirements for R-2
development, contained in the -Eagan Zoning Ordinance, shall be approved.
6. The provisions of the Lexington South Planned Development Agreement
shall be complied with in all respects as a part of the approval of this
preliminary plat.
7. The preliminary plat shall be approved by the Dakota County Plat
Committee prior to the filing of the final plat.
8. The internal unnamed streets shall be approved at a minimum right-
of-way width of 50 feet.
9. The area to be dedicated for park shall be included in the plat and
platted as an outlot.
10. If the streets and utilities are to be installed privately, the
plans and specifications shall be prepared by a registered engineer in accor-
dance with City standards and submitted for approval along with final plat
approval.
11. In Phase 2, the bubbles on the through street shall be eliminated.
12. An 8 foot trailway shall be installed along this development's
southerly border.
13. A 4o foot half right-of-way shall be dedicated for both Wilderness
Run Road and Dodd Road and shall include the area adjacent to the park outlot.
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14. A 10 foot utility easement shall be dedicated along all property
abutting publicly -dedicated right-of-way, with a 5 foot utility easement
dedicated along all exterior lot lines and a 10 foot drainage and utility
easement centered.over all interior lot lines, except for the lot lines be-
tween Lots 4 and 5, Block 12, Lots 1 and 2, Block 3 and Lots 7 and 8, Block 1.
These easements shall be 20 feet in width and centered over the common lot
line.
15. All costs for installation of internal street and utilities shall be
the sole responsibility of this development.
16. This development shall accept its responsibility for trunk area
storm sewer at the rates in effect at the time of final plat approval.
All voted in favor
SUNSET ADDITION - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The application of Joseph M. Miller Construction Company for preliminary
plat approval of Sunset Addition was next considered in the form of a formal
hearing by the Commission. Brad Swenson appeared for the applicant and indi-
cated that a new application has now been presented which complies with the
ordinance requirements. An application that had been submitted for Planned
Development approval at the regular March 1983 Planning Commission meeting had
now been withdrawn. There were questions from adjacent owners mainly con-
cerning drainage, and it was noted that temporary drainage provisions would be
included in the plat. The owner of the land to the south was present and
stated that the assessments for the road would be too onerous for her and that
she was not willing to grant necessary street easements. Alternates were
discussed, including improvement of only half right-of-way and improvement of
the road to the west line of proposed Augusta Lane. The applicant was re-
quested to negotiate with the owner for determination of the right-of-way and
the assessment issues. Wilkins moved, Wold seconded the motion to recommend
approval of the application, subject to the following:
1. Adequate right-of-way be obtained for Hackmore Drive prior to final
plat approval according to City standards including the southerly 25 feet.
2. A temporary cul-de-sac shall be provided on the north end of Augusta
Lane.
3. No variances shall be allowed for side setbacks except for topo-
graphic or vegetation reasons.
4. The plat shall be subject to the Park Commission's review and recom-
mendations.
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5. The development agreement shall be entered into and signed by the
applicant prior to final plat.
6. A berm and ponding area shall be constructed over Lot 1, Block 1, so
as to contain all excess runoff as a result of this development.
7. A drainage easement or written agreement with the property owner to
the north over whose land the runoff from the northern half of this plat will
cross shall be acquired.
8. 15 foot utility and drainage easement shall be acquired over Lot 7,
Block 2 and a 30 foot drainage and utility easement shall be acquired centered
over the common lot line between Lots 4 and 5, Block 1.
9. 10 foot utility easement shall be dedicated adjacent to all publicly
dedicated rights-of-way and 5 foot drainage and utility easements dedicated
adjacent to all exterior lot lines with 10 foot drainage and utility easements
centered over all interior lot lines.
10. The southerly 25 feet half right-of-way of Hackmore Drive shall be
obtained prior to final plat aprpoval.
11. This development shall be responsible for its trunk area storm sewer
assessment and all costs for the installation of streets and utilities within
this development.
12. If the utilities and streets are installed privately, the plans and
specifications shall be prepared by a registered engineer and submitted to the
City for approval.
All voted yea.
EAGANDALE OFFICE PARR- REPLAT
The public hearing regarding the application of Northwestern Mutual Life
Insurance Co. for replat of portions of Blocks 1, 2, and 3 of the Eagandale
Center Industrial Park into Eagandale Office Park was next convened by the
Chairman. Michelle Foster of Opus Corporation appearead on behalf of the
applicant. She indicated that the reasons for the replat were the impact of
the condemnation of right-of-way by MnDOT for I -35E and also considerable land
use planning has taken place which make revisions desirable, including better
road access to the general area. She indicated that it is possible that the
replatted area would be planned for office use. Representatives from Rose-
mount, Inc. were present and were concerned about the berming in the area of
Lot 1, Block 1 of the new replat. Further negotiations will take place
including review of the grades in the area in order to resolve the concern.
Ms. Foster indicated that if office purposes are pursued, the area would also
require rezoning. McCrea moved, Wilkins seconded the motion to recommend
approval of the application, subject to the following stipulations:
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1. Approval by the City Engineer of all utility, drainage and grading
plans.
2. The replat shall be subject to the approval of the vacation of the
affected streets by the City.
3. A 20 foot utility easement shall be dedicated along all publicly -
dedicated right-of-way with 5 foot utility and drainage easements dedicated
along all exterior lot lines and 10 foot drainage and utility easements dedi-
cated along all interior lot lines.
4. A 20 foot utility easement shall be dedicated over the proposed
water main located within Block 2.
5. The intersection of Avalon Avenue with Corporate Center Drive shall
be reconstructred as a "T" intersection.
6. All costs associated with utility and street construction shall be
the sole responsibility of this development.
7. A detailed erosion control/grading plan shall be submitted for
approval along with the final plat.
8. All other applicable ordinance requirments shall be met.
9. Rosemount, Inc. and Transilwrap shall be contacted to resolve any
questions about impact on their lots.
10. The Planning Commission recommends waiving the park dedication
requirement for the replat of this plat only.
All voted in favor.
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CROSSROADS APARTMENTS - PRELIMINARY PLAT
The hearing regarding the application of Marell, Inc. and Kenneth Apple-
baum for preliminary plat approval of the Crossroads Apartments, consisting of
Lot 1, Block 2, and Outlot A of Pilot Knob Heights 1st Addition was convened
by the Chairman. Ron Erickson of Korsunsky, Krank, and Erickson Architects,
appeared on behalf of the applicant. The plat would encompass approximately
4.7 net acres with two lots and a 32 unit rental apartment building on each
lot. Mr. Erickson indicated the units would rent for between $400.00 and
$500.00 per month, with garages located on the second floor of each building.
The buildings would have varying heights from different directions above-
ground level because of the uneven topography. Four foot berms plus land-
scaping would be included around the east and south sides of the project. A
number of neighboring property owners were present including Dick Giefer who
requested higher screening along the east line to separate the single family
lots. Several owners in the St. Francis Wood and Duckwood Estates subdivi-
sions to the east appeared and several of them expressed their dissatisfaction
with the developer's alleged misrepresentations in their subdivisions in the
construction of their homes, including lot representations and covenants. It
was understood that Marell will build, own and manage the complex and has no
intention of selling the complex at the present time.
Mr. Runkle indicated, upon questioning, that the underlying zoning had
_. been R-4 with the Pilot Knob Heights PD commenced in 1970 and the Planned
Development Agreement signed in 1974. It appeared that there had been no
change in plans for the parcel, according to City records. Member Wold stated
that it was his opinion that the high density was inappropriate in light of
the zoning surrounding the site. Also, there were concerns about the single
access from the project to the adjoining streets, but staff members indicated
that they could see no alternates. It was also noted by commission members
that there is very little park land in the area and there were concerns
whether there were adequate interior recreational facilities.
It was also noted that the Planned Development process in the City has
some architectural control and the planned development contract can also
control the issue to a certain extent.
There were also objections about the large parking lot adjacent to the
residential area on the east and it was recommended that a tenant in each unit
be required to rent one covered parking stall to avoid excess cars in the
outside parking lots. After extensive discussion and questions from the
audience and members, Wold moved that the application be continued until the
next regular meeting of the Commission in order to allow the staff to review
the controls being imposed by the City under the Planned Development process,
including screening, elevations of the buildings, that a meeting be held with
affected neighboring property owners, and also to determine what controls the
City .can impose upon the development, including heights of buildings, land-
scaping, size of parking lots, berming, etc. Those in favor were McCrea and
Wold; those against were Hall, Turnham, Wilkins and Bohne. Wilkins then
moved, McCrea seconded the motion to recommend approval of the application,
subject to the following:
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1. Park dedication shall be accomplished in accordance with the re-
quirements established for the "Pilot Knob Heights Planned Development".
2. A detailed landscape plan shall be submitted to and approved by City
staff prior to construction with appropriate landscape bond.
3. A detailed plan providing for outside lighting shall be submitted to
and approved by City staff prior to construction.
4. ' All other applicable City ordinance requirements shall be met.
5. A four foot berm with vegetation on top shall be located on the
south and east borders of the development.
6. Drainage and erosion control plans shall be approved by the City
Engineering Department.
7. Concrete curb and gutter shall be constructed along the perimeter of
all outside parking areas and the north island of the parking lot located on
Lot 1 shall be constructed with concrete curb and gutter.
•' 8. The two curb cuts located along Denmark Avenue shall be removed and
replaced with B 618 curb and gutter and the existing driveway approach off of
Duckwood Drive shall be eliminated and replaced with B 618 curb and gutter.
9. A 5 foot concrete sidewalk shall be constructed along the westerly
property line to Duckwood Drive and also along the northerly property line
from the entrance to Denmark Avenue.
10. A cross easement shall be required across Lot 1 along with an
easement of sufficient width for the fire hydrant and fire hydrant lead.
11. A 10 foot utility easement shall be required along all property
abutting publicly -dedicated right-of-way with a 5 foot drainage and utility
easement dedicated along all exterior lot lines'and a 10 foot drainage and
utility easement centered over all interior lot lines.
12. This development shall accept its upgraded assessment for streets in
the amount of $20,510.
13. All costs for the internal utilities and parking lots shall be the
sole responsibility of this development.
14. One inside parking space shall be required to be rented for each
unit and outside parking of at least one space per unit.
;•:`;� 15. The Development Agreement shall include all working drawings pre-
pared to this stage.
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16. Provisions shall be included in the Development Agreement to assure
development will take place as presented in the application process.
17. The developer shall meet with area residents prior to the next
meeting with the Council to review the project in detail.
All voted in favor, except Wold.
At 11:30 p.m. Turnham moved, McCrea seconded the motion to adjourn the
meeting and to consider the rest of the agenda items at a continued meeting on
Thursday, April 28, 1983 at 7:00 p.m. at the City Hall. All voted yes.
PHH
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