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12/06/1984 - Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission MEMO TO: ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION e FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION DATE: DECEMBER 10, 1984 RE: MEETING REMINDER DECEMBER 13, 7:00 P.M. Just a brief reminder that the Commission will be meeting on December 13 at 7 :00 P.M. at the Eagan Municipal Center. The agenda will focus on the development of an "architectural program" for park shelter buildings. 1) Schwanz Lake 2) Northview 3) Rahn 4) Capricorn The worksheet outline that was reviewed at the December 6 meeting will be used. KV /js CC: Tom Hedges, City Administrator AGENDA ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION CONNISSION EAGAN, MINNESOTA EAGAN MUNICIPAL CENTER 7:15 P.M. DECEMBER 6, 1984 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 1 AND NOVEMBER 15, 1984 MEETINGS 3. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS a. C.T.C. Business Campus Scott Anderson b. Royal Oak Circle Richard Asp c. Whispering Woods Hilla Construction d. Pilot Knob Shopping Center Federal Land Co e. Eagandale Industrial #7 Alscore N.W. Mutual Life 4. OLD BUSINESS a. Annual review of parks dedication from November 1, 1984 b. Blackhawk Park Blackhawk P.U.D. c. System Plan updating 5. NEW BUSINESS a. Eagan Snowmobile Club trail request 6. PARKS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM a. Construction project update b. Building structure analysis C. Park planning progress 7. OTHER BUSINESS REPORTS a. Fall /winter recreation programs Dorothy Peterson b. Maintenance report c. E.A.W. Pilot Knob Road MEMO TO: ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION DATE: DECEMBER 3, 1984 RE: DECEMBER 6, 1984 COMMISSION MEETING Before discussing the content of the December 6 Advisory Parks Recreation Commission meeting, staff would like to remind the Advisory Commission members to have their comments prepared relative to updating of the Parks System Plan. This item will be called for under "Old Business." The second item to bring to your attention is relative to the Schwanz Lake Park grant application. Staff has been informed that the City's application is one of only two in the state which has already received local approval The L.C.M.R. has now forwarded our grant application to federal Lawcon officials. It is anticipated that federal officials may act on our application as early as January next year. Assuming approval in January, it is likely that contract documents can be completed within a 30 -45 day turnaround time, allowing the City to proceed with the development of Schwanz Lake Park. This early approval process moves up the time line for development of Schwanz Lake Park by approximately three months. In addition to the advanced schedule for approvals, the federal share of the project was increased by approximately $10,000. The net effect is that both the City and state share for the participation in the cost will be reduced by $5,000. After the "Call to Order "Pledge of Allegiance" and the "Approval of the Agenda and Minutes of November 1 and 15, 1984 there are five development proposals for review by the Advisory Commission. As with all development proposals, the Planning and Engineering Reports are included for your review. The first development is the C.T.C. Business Campus by Scott Anderson. Members will recall that this proposal was preliminary reviewed at the November 1 Commission meeting. No action was taken on the item at that time because the Advisory Planning Commission had deferred it from its October to November agenda pending revisions to the plan. The Planning Commission has reviewed the proposal and forwarded to the City Council. A portion of the development site falls within the Blackhawk Park P.U.D.. It would appear, however, that this portion of the site will be outloted for a proposed future residential development. The remaining portion of the site is to be used for commercial purposes. Therefore, staff would recommend a cash dedication requirement for the commercial /industrial area and that the proposed outlot be reviewed at time of preliminary plat for park related issues. (There will be no parks dedication for this outlot as part of the Blackhawk P.U.D., but Commission members may have concerns relative to the need for tot lots and other amenities). The second development item is for Royal Oaks Circle as proposed by Asp Construction and Richard Asp. The development consists of 297 apartment units on approximately 21 acres of land located in Park Service Section 416. This service area is to be serviced by the proposed Blue Cross /Blue Shield Park. In actuality, this development will be closer to the proposed quarry (Coachman) Park located north of this development than it will be to Blue Cross /Blue Shield Park. The City's long —range Comprehensive Trails System Plan also indicates potential access to Blackhawk Park via the extension of Violet Lane and a non right —of —way trail. In the preliminary review of the site plan, need for a tot lot was noted to the developer. A revised plan indicates providing this as well as a swimming pool and open space area. Staff is also suggesting that consideration be given for an unimproved looped trail in the open space and ponding area. Members will note that a large portion of the site is dedicated towards this purpose because of difficult topography. However, it may be suitable for trail usage. The department also notices that improvements have been made in the green space around the building for landscaping purposes. The inclusion of center landscape islands has been made from the first plan submitted. A review of the detailed landscaping plan should be submitted and reviewed at time of plat approval. The third development proposal is for Whispering Woods by Hilla Construction. This development is located in Park Service Section #31W. Its proximity is very close to the proposed Jackson Parka This application proposes ten single family lots or, 3.8 acres adjacent to Slaters Road. Staff would recommend a cash dedication requirement. The fourth item is the rezoning of approximately 20 acres of land from R -4 to community shopping center. This site is immediately adjacent to the proposed Pilot Knob Shopping Center location. This is a rezoning application without a preliminary plat. Therefore, the Advisory Commission will be reviewing at time of plat application. It would be appropriate, however, for the Commission to make the developer aware that a cash dedication requirement will be forthcoming at the time of plat application for this parcel. The next application is from Alscore and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company, for rezoning of four lots from research and development to light industrial, a request for preliminary plat. It would be appropriate that as a condition of the rezoning and plat approval, a cash dedication requirement be a condition of approval. OLD BUSINESS The first item under "Old Business" is the annual review of the parks dedication. Commission members will recall that this item was deferred to the December meeting to allow additional time for information to be collected on recent land sales. Staff is currently collecting this information which will be provided to the Advisory Commission Thursday evening. The second item under "Old Business" pertains to Blackhawk Park. Included in- the packet is a separate memorandum regarding this item. A verbal presentation will also be made at the Commission meeting. The final item under "Old Business" is the Systems Plan updating. As previously mentioned, comments regarding portions of the plan which need to be updated will be taken at this time. NEW BUSINESS The Eagan Snowmobile Club has again approached the staff requesting trail crossings within the Highline Trail and Johnny Cake Ridge Road. A separate memorandum has been prepared regarding this item. Staff anticipates members from the snowmobile club to be present to explain their request. PARKS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM The status report on the construction projects which have now come to an end because of weather will be given. Time permitting, staff would also like to embark upon a brief work session relative to the development of architectural programs. Included in the packet is an explanation of how this process would work along with two worksheets which will be utilized. Staff will also update the Commission on planning activities in preparation for spring and summer construction projects for 1986. OTHER BUSINESS AND REPORTS Now that the Advisory Commission has gone to twice a month meetings, there will be sufficient time to review recreational programming efforts at Commission meetings. Therefore, Dorothy Peterson will be at the December meeting to review and report upon fall programs and activities, and to highlight many of the winter programs to be offered. Included in this packet is a report on maintenance activities which have been completed during the last month. Time permitting, staff would like to explain some of these activities as well as other projects and work items within the department. i Direc Parks Recreation KV /js SUBJECT TO APPROVAL MTNUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION EAGAN, MINNESOTA NOVEMBER 15, 1984 A special meeting of the Advisory Parks Recreation Commission was called to order by Vice —chair Carolyn Thurston at 7 :05 P.M.. Members in attendance were Fedde, Alt, Carroll, Ketcham, Thurston and Bertz. Members Martin and Masin had notified the Commission they would be late. Commission member Kubik was absent. Parks Recreation Director, Ken Vraa, Landscape Architect, Steven Sullivan, and Administrative Assistant, Liz Witt, were also present. The special meeting was called to address various program objectives and policies of the Advisory Parks Recreation Commission. LANDSCAPE /SCREENING STUDY Parks Director, Vraa, briefly described the preliminary study, copies of which were distributed as handouts at the meeting. Steve Sullivan then reviewed the study in more detail. He listed seven (7) objectives previously discussed by the Commission's "Special Issues" Subcommittee, in establishing minimum requirements and standards: 1. Establish and maintain forestation of the City. 2. Provide a required minimum amount of landscaping. 3. Preserve significant existing plant material. 4. Provide design guidelines for quality.development. 5. Provide plant material specifications. 6. Achieve screening and buffering of undesirable visual elements. 7. Provide ground cover requirements to control soil erosion. LANDSCAPE GUIDELINES The guideline categories addressed by six (6) metro area communities surveyed were presented. Mr. Sullivan went through each category and discussed how each of the communities addressed each area. Members expressed their preference for how it'was handled. 1. Minimum number of deciduous overstory and evergreen trees. 2. Minimum size requirement for plant material. 3. Minimum amount of landscape area within a parking lot. 4. Credit for preservartion of significant onsite trees. 5. Provide screening of parking lots, loading docks and outside storage areas. 6. Provide buffering and /or screening between residential and differing adjacent land uses. 7. Irrigation 8. Maximum coverage of impervious surface on a site. Adv Parks Rec Comm November 15, 1984 In response to a question, Parks Recreation Director, Vraa, noted the present ordinance does not carry much clout, hasn't established a formal policy for review, and has no specific standards either. He said the Commission could set a landscape policy which requires the developer to submit a plan to be approved with the final plat. Landscape Architect, Sullivan, also provided a matrix of activities practiced by the metro communities. He observed that most communities control activities through ordinances, although Coon Rapids and Eden Prairie have formal policies. The approaches used by communities differed, e.g. Coon Rapids lists every tree which can be planted, while Edina lists those trees which can't be planted. The Commission discussed the guidelines at length as well as the form they should take. It was the consensus that ordinances are more enforceable. The Commission also felt that the wording must be flexible so that adjustments can be made to fit the specific plat. Commission member Carroll said landscape maintenance, rather than irrigation, should be addressed in an ordinance. He said the developer must be responsible for maintaining a healthy plant growth beyond just one or two years. Director Vraa said the maintenance requirement could be enforced must like the weed ordinance. A warning would be issued and if ignored, the City does the work and charges the developer. He suggested the possibility of a performance bond which would be released only when the developer had completed the landscape requirements and they were healthy within a year's time of planting. Chairman Martin liked the flexibility in height and number of trees. He felt the City should include the guidelines in an ordinance. Carolyn Thurston said the safety of access to parking lots must also be considered when doing the landscape plan. Other members commented that it was important to screen parking lots, loading docks and outside storage from public view which means residential areas and nearby public roadways. Dick Carroll said that long low structures should be screened by clusters of trees or planting to mitigate the appearance of the building. One Commission member wanted to provide a list of trees the City doesn't approve, while another had reservations about outlawing any type of tree. Carolyn Thurston commented that there are plenty of tree species available, so eliminating a- few should not cause a problem. Director Vraa asked Commission members to determine the Commission's responsibility in the reviewing of a landscape plan. Should the Planning or the Parks Recreation Commissions be the responsible arbiter? He reminded the Commission that the landscape plan is often not provided until final plat approval. There was discussion about who should review final landscape phases, the review process, and the timing. Adv Parks Rec Comm November 15, 1984 Chairman Martin.noted there would be no decisions made at this meeting regarding this issue. He said that both Advisory Commissions must use the same ordinance regarding any landscape plan, but the Parks Recreation Commission should have the last approval before going to the City Council. There was discussion by Commission and staff regarding landscaping, with the Commission providing direction to staff. Ken Vraa summarized the Commission's direction by providing for mitigation of monotonous structures through plantings, be easy for the developer to understand, be enforceable, and the items addressed in the matrix. Staff will review maximum lot coverage in more detail and come back with recommendations. There will be no irrigation guideline, but there will be one on plantings maintenance /perpetual care. PARKS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Steve Sullivan distributed a paper which listed areas of review for park buildings and structures. Staff is setting up an analysis process which would review the use of the building, the building design, the site, the material and building system and features. Commission member Thurston asked to have experts come in to brief the Commission on buildings and structures. Members <w might also take a tour to look at other communities' buildings. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Commission to be wholly involved in the buildings /structures study rather than a subcommittee. Periodic reports to the Council are to be made. BEER /FOOD CONCESSION POLICY The Recreation Subcommittee will review policy alternatives and bring recommendations to the full Commission. BLEACHERS The bleacher vendor had not contacted Director Vraa so the item was continued to another meeting date, as yet unspecified. Parks Recreation Commission members were in favor of purchasing a chuckwagon and wanted it identified as sponsored by the Eagan Parks Department. Commission member Masi_n moved, Fedde seconded, to recommend the purchase of a' chuckwagon. All voted in favor. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Martin moved, Thurston seconded, the meeting be adjourned. Time of adjournment was 9:15 P.M.. Dated: Advisory Parks Recreation Secretary SUBJECT TO APPROVAL MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION EAGAN, MINNESOTA NOVEMBER 1, 1984 A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks Recreation Commission was called to order by Chairman Martin at 7 :15 P.M.. Members present were Alt, Thurston, Carroll, Ketcham, Martin, Masin, Kubik and Fedde. Commission member Bertz notified the Commission she would be unable to attend. Park Recreation Director, Ken Vraa; Landscape Architect, Steve Sullivan; Planning Assistant, Greg Ingraham, and Administrative Assistant, Liz Witt were also present. AGENDA Two items were added to the agenda. 2b Minutes Of A Special Meeting, October 11, 1984, and 7c City Code Requirements Recreation Space. Commission member Masin moved, Kubik seconded, the agenda be approved as amended. All voted in favor. MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING DATED OCTOBER 11 1984 Commission member Carroll moved, Fedde seconded, the minutes of October 11, 1984 be approved as presented. The motion carried. MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 4, 1984 Commission member Kubik moved, Carroll seconded, the minutes of October 4, 1984 be approved as presented. The motion was approved. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS A. LUNKA ADDITION ROSE LUNKA Planning Assistant Ingraham was present and explained the development proposals. The Lunka proposal is for a split of a one -acre lot. There is a home on one lot so a cash dedication would be appropriate for the new lot. Commission member Fedde moved, Thurston seconded, to accept cash dedication for the lot. All approved.. B. OAKWOOD ADDITION VINCE KENNEDY Fourteen single family units are proposed on 7.5 acres near the Pilot Knob Lone Oak intersection. All of the lots meet the square footage requirement. There are already three homes on the parcel. A cash dedication would be required for eleven lots. On a motion by Thurston, seconded by Fedde, it was recommended to accept cash dedication for eleven lots. All voted in favor. C. BLACKHAWK TOWNHOUSE APARTMENTS DOUG JOHNSON The proposed apartment complex calls for 168 units located east of Blackhawk, just south of Diffley. There will be 21 eight -unit buildings. The developer plans to have a commons building, a tennis court, and perhaps a pool. ADV PARK REC NOVEMBER 1, 1984 Commission members discussed trail requirements and the proposed amenities. There was concern about the proposed location of the tennis court and whether the subbase material would be adequate to support the amenity. The Commission felt there would be many children living in the complex, and a tot lot should be provided. Commission member Carroll moved, Fedde seconded, the following recommendations: 1. Accept cash dedication for the units. 2. The tennis court construction should be monitored by staff to assure it meets required specifications. A $20,000 bond should be required for the tennis court with 25% withheld for one year after construction is completed. 3•. A tot lot, to be reviewed and approved by the staff landscape architect, would be required plus a $5,000 bond to insure its construction. 4.. Trail easement should be given for the sections abutting Blackhawk Road. The motion carried unanimously. D. JOHANNES ADDITION JOHN TRAPPER The proposed development is part of the Gopher -Eagan P.D. and no dedication is forthcoming. The site is located near Elrene Road, north of Windtree Addition. There is a trail along the east side of Elrene. Discussion focused on the possibility of a trail along the north line of the development as proposed in the System Plan. After review and discussion, Chairman Martin moved, Kubik seconded, to recommend a one -half (15 trail easement along the north lire of the development for a possible future trail. All voted in favor. E. CEDAR SPACE CENTER ADDITION NORSE DEVELOPMENT The developer proposes three lots two of which a're to be placed in outlot status and the third to be the site of ten self storage buildings. Commission member Kubik expressed dislike for the plan, explaining the amount of blacktop, number of buildings and the general layout did not appear to be aesthetically pleasing. Commission members noted that this is another of several proposals that has a high percentage of impervious surfaces. It was noted that the plan meets lot coverage requirements, but members disliked the uneven distribution of green space and concentration of hard surfaces. The consensus of the Commission was to not recommend approval of the development as proposed. Commission member Thurston moved, Fedde seconded, to recommend commercial cash dedication if the Council approves the development. The motion carried. F. C.T.C. BUSINESS CAMPUS SCOTT ANDERSON A 72,000 square foot high tech production building is proposed on a 6.6 acre parcel. An additional thirteen acres was outloted for future residential development. The Planning Commission expressed concern with grading and access and the item was continued to their next meeting. No action was taken. The proposal will be on the Commission's December agenda. ADV PARK REC NOVEMBER 1, 2984 G. NORTHWESTERN BELL The proposed structure is similar to the building requested at ChesMar Park, but later dropped. The location presently requested is north of Diff ley on Lexington Avenue. As it is part of the Lexington South P.D., no park dedication is forthcoming and no action was required. OLD BUSINESS A. SYSTEM PLAN STUDY UPDATING SYSTEM PLAN Ann Devring of Erkkila Associates reviewed techniques which could be used to update the System Plan. Such techniques included annual addendums on a section by section basis, page revisions, charts updated and a five —year update. A chart covering these techniques was included in the packet. Ms. Devring suggested the Commission decide when and how often they would like to- update the plan. Chairman Martin liked the proposed techniques and thought a special meeting in January should focus entirely on the System Plan update. The Commission expressed the desire to have the revision date placed on all revised pages. After discussion, Chairman Martin moved, Carroll seconded, to accept the update plan methodology. The January meeting was set as the annual review meeting. All voted in favor. B. KEHNE PARK COUNCIL ACTION Chairman Martin reported the Special Issues Committee prepared a report which included a security report from the police department, and presented it at the October 30, 1984 City Council meeting. The Council approved Phase I (making necessary repairs and making the structure more energy efficient), and Phase II, upgrading the facility for use by the Parks Recreation Department in three to four years time, or at such time as the Commission recommends its need. Parks Recreation Director, Vraa, will work with Architect, Roger Sjobeck, on the plans and specifications. Realistically, the only work which could be accomplished in 1984 will be the fireplace ad bathroom'repairs. Director, Vraa, was asked to notify the renters of the approved plan of action. C. NATURAL RESOURCES AMENITIES Chairman Martin reported that the City Council has directed the Advisory Parks Recreation Commission to gather information on natural resources to develop guidelines and then meet with the Council to review and plan a course of action. Parks Recreation Director, Vraa, suggested that Steve Sullivan, and Greg Ingraham of the Planning Department, collect information for a preliminary report which will show impact of specific developments on natural resources. Chairman Martin wanted a matrix of activities undertaken by other cities. Planning Assistant, Ingraham, said he will apply other community guidelines to various development proposals in Eagan. A November 15 meeting is planned. 3 ADV PARK REC NOVEMBER 1, 1984 NEW BUSINESS A. ANNUAL REVIEW PARKS DEDICATION After discussion, the' item was tabled to the December meeting in order to get additional information "-on North Park costs and any other costs which could affect park fund monies. B. BEER /FOOD CONCESSION POLICY DISCUSSION Director Vraa included policies of various metro area communities in the packet. Generally, beer is restricted or allowed only on weekend tournaments. The Commission raised the following issues they would like reviewed: 1. A policy for neighborhood.parks vs. community parks. 2. Who can be a vendor? 3. What would the fees be? 4. How about a clean -up deposit? 5. Should the present policy be retained or should beer be disallowed altogether? The Recreation Committee will review these concerns and come back with recommendations to the whole Commission. PARK BOND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM A. ACCOUNTING AND COMMISSION REVIEW PROCESS Director Vraa briefly reviewed accounting procedures and fund allocations for the Parks Development Program. He explained how the review process could work, explaining the Advisory Parks Recreation Commission may have to make some decisions for cutting back or expanding projects, based on detail plans. The Commission discussed the need to develoop contingency plans for such a possibility. The Director responded to several questions, after which it was decided that a policy need not be drafted. Mr. Kubik concluded by saying that it appears the Commission would prefer to make a case by case decision recognizing some flexibility must be built into the system for staff and Commission. Members expressed agreement with what had been presented. B. UPDATE ON CONSTRUCTION PROCESS Steve Sullivan said the lighting fixtures have been delivered to Northview Park and work is still projected to be completed by the end of the month. The ball fields have been realigned and graded. Backstops, posts, fencing and benches are being installed. The parking area has been enlarged by 20 spaces. Tennis courts at Country Home and Pilot Knob Parks have been color coated. Others will be done when the temperature is above 55 degrees. Play equipment is being installed in a couple of parks. Parks Department personnel will install equipment as it comes in. Much of the heavy grading has been done at Rahn Park and fill is going in in the parking lot area. 4 ADV PARK REC NOVEMBER 1, 1984 C. PARK STRUCTURE.-COMNITTEE Parks Recreation Director, Vraa, would. like the Commission to establish a reviewing committee for investigating design and material alternatives for building for Eagan's parks. There are sun shelters, warming houses and enclosed buildings which various functions. The Director stated that with so many variables involved, the Commission will need to be deeply involved with this process. Members discussed the need for a Study Committee, its role, and what its purpose would be. A member from the Council was also suggested. This item will be on the November 15 agenda for additional discussion. OTHER BUSINESS AND REPORTS A. DISCUSSION OF TWICE A MONTH MEETINGS Director Vraa suggested the Commission consider two meetings a month. Regular business, such as recommendations on development proposals, could be conducted at the first meeting and policy decisions /related business, will be discussed at the second meeting. Members agreed that there should be two meetings in order to get its work completed one meeting in December and two a month scheduled, as needed, in the coming months. B. NATIONAL RECREATION PARKS ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE Director Vraa was very impressed with the annual conference. He noted that playground equipment is constantly changing. He did see more emphasis on water activities. He was enthusiastic about the possibility of a water playground at Schwanz Lake. He looked at bleacher seating and was approached by a vendor to show his bleachers in Eagan and then sell them to Eagan at the "reduced" price. C. RECREATION SPACE REQUIREMENTS Chapter 11 in the City Code spells out design and construction requirements for multiple zoning districts. Developers must provide an open recreational area in a ratio to the number of dwelling units. Such requirements will give the Commission leverage to obtain recreational space for multiple dwelling residents. Planning Assistant, Ingraham, will provide Commission members copies of the pertinent code sections. He will also provide copies of the Shoreland and Boating Ordinance recently approved by the City Council. ADJOURNMENT Commission member Ketcham moved, Fedde seconded, that the meeting be_ adjourned. Time of adjournment was 11 :15 P.M.. Dated: Advisory Parks Recreation Secretary 5 MEMO TO: CHARLES HALL, CHAIRMAN, THE ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: DALE C. RUNKLE, CITY PLANNER DATE: NOVEMBER 20, 1984 SUBJECT: UPDATE ON CTC BUSINESS CAMPUS Since the October 23, 1984 meeting, the Planning Commission addressed a number of concerns regarding this development proposal. 1) The first concern was access of this development. Since the October 23, 1984 meeting, the applicants have submitted the revised site plan which shifted the building easterly and is proposing to allow their major access from the north off of Violet La. Presently the applicants are proposing a private street, there is adequate right —of —way and the street will be designed to City standards and could possibly be dedicated in the future and dedicated a City street. There is adequate room to continue this road southerly in order to make a full loop or service road going to Englert Rd. on the south. The applicants have also provided a concept plan as to how the area to the south could develop in regard to the R -2 land use density as proposed in the Comprehensive Guide Plan. A secondary access to CTC would be from Pilot Knob Rd. which the applicants have proposed as a right in /right out across from Crestridge La. 2) The second concern the Commission had was meeting with adjacent neighbors regard— ing this development request. The revised site plan showing access on the west side of the parcel shift the building easterly. This shift now encroaches into the property of the three (3) residents to the east. The only feasible way now to develop this parcel is that these residents be removed and the property to the east be incorporated into expansion plans for CTC. Presently, the applicants are meeting with the adjacent property owners an as of the date of this report, there has not been a conclusion or settlement met regarding acquiring these parcels. Negotiations are still going on and hopefully a decision will be made prior to the November 27th meeting. 3) The applicant provide a sketch plan as to how the southerly portion of the property would develop. The applicants have provided a concept of townhouses and two 8 12 unit buildings which would provide the residential density to the property to the south and with Staff review it appears that the density does fall within the 3 6 or R -2 land use and would then be the transition area to the property to the south. 4) The City Staff has tried to inventory various parcels as to where this develop— ment would be allowed within existing zoning districts. There are approx. 6 7 locations that this developer could seek rather than this particular parcel. Three of the locations would be in already industrially zoned areas such as Cedar Industrial Park, Eagandale or the Gopher Eagan and there would also be approx. four commercial of which nothing has really developed where this facility could be a buffer or a pheriphal with other commercial activity. Staff has also asked John Voss to address this zoning request and what impacts he would foresee that this development would have in this general location. UPDATE ON CTC BUSINESS CAMPUS NOVEMBER 20, 1984 PAGE TWO 5) The APC had a concern regarding the comments from Dakota County. The applicants have met with the County and have submitted a letter reviewing this proposal and their concerns regarding access onto Pilot Knob Rd. As you can see, the letter primarily addresses access to the south on Englert Rd., however, it is suggested the access now go north to Violet La., which will be the first signal- ized intersection, and would be the major access into this development proposal. 6) The Staff shall meet with Ed Dunn and review the exhibit and redo Exhibit "E" of the Planned Development for Blackhawk Park showing the proper alignment of I -35E. Staff is in the process of reviewing all of the PD's and hopefully this will be accomplished in the PD review in January. This parcel is isolated by I -35E and other than this specific plan, there should be no impact with this plan to the rest of the Blackhawk Park PD. 7) Regarding landuse and changes within landuse to the property to the south and north. Reviewing the parcel to the north, it is the City's understanding the 8) applicants, ADI, Anderson Development, Inc., have acquired an option to purchase the remaining approx. 4 acres on the north. This now allows the major access to the development to go north, or to Violet La., where the major intersection will be between Duckwood Violet La. There would also be additional acreage for development in this 4. some acres. Staff suggests that this be limited to non retail uses, such as office, support or high tech facilities versus any type of retail use. The proposal for either high tech or limited businss should be designated on this parcel to the north. Reviewing the property to the south, the applicants are not changing from what has been approved in the Blackhawk Park PD. Their proposal consists of a townhouse /very low density multiple de- velopment, consisting of 8 12 unit buildings which would be within the density of the R -2, 3 6 dwelling units per acre. This would be consistent with both the Blackhawk Park PD and the Comprehensive Guide Plan. The transistion from this request to change to commercial and work down to a residential use, have been buffered within the property purchased or proposed to be purchased with this development. Hopefully this addresses the issues and concerns from the last meeting. Attached are revised site plans showing the shift of the building and access to the north. Also, attached is a report from John Voss and letter from Dakota County Plat Commission as it pertains to this development request. If anyone would like additional information, please contact me at City Hall. Sincerely, Dale C. Runkle City Planner DCR:jbd attachments Memo To: Advisory Planning Commission From: Dale Runkle, Planner Date: November 17, 1983 Subject: Lan d Use Study of Area Bounded by I -35E on the West, Deerwood Drive on the South and Pilot Knob Road on the East. I BACKGROUND INFORMATION A. Existing Land Use: The Study Area comprises approximately 190 acres. After right -of -way is taken for the development of I -35E, there will be approximately 16 single family homes remaining in this area. The only other development is the existing City Hall facility located on Pilot Knob Road. The remainder of the area is vacant with some farming activity. B. Topography: The topography varies a great deal over the 190 acre area. The northern portion of the Study Area, in the vicinity of Violet Lane, is gently rolling with only a few scattered clusters of trees. This generally characterizes the area as you proceed south to the location of the existing City Hall. South of this area, the topography is considerably more rugged and more heavily wooded. There are several slopes in this area which exceed 30%. There are also many small depressions or low areas. As you approach a point, approximately 4 mile north of Deerwood Drive, the area again can be characterized as gently rolling with a few isolated exceptions where there are very steep slopes. Overall the area is not uncharacteristic of vacant land which exists in the City of Eagan with the exception of some of the very steep slopes which exist over the central portion of the Study Area. C. Zoning: The existing zoning over the approximate 190 acres is as follows: Blackhawk Planned Development 65 acres (R -3) Agricultural 110 acres R -1 15 acres The Blackhawk Planned Development Agreement was signed in June, 1977. The Planned Development does not show the existing alignment of I -35E. With the new alignment, approximately 65 acres will remain east of I -35E. These remaining properties were designated for Residential R -1 and R -3 and an area west and south of the existing City Hall was designated as a civic center /park. The Planned Development also shows a north -south collector street running through the property from Pilot Knob Road, just south of the Violet Lane intersection to Deerwood Drive. This internal collector street could not be developed along the proposed alignment because of the new alignment of I -35E. Advisory Planning Commission Page 2 D. Comprehensive Plan: The Land Use Guide Plan Map contained in the 1980 Eagan Comprehensive Guide Plan designates the entire Study Area for residential R -11 development with the exception of the existing City Hall. site. The R -11 designation permits residential development within a density range of three to six units per acre. After land is deducted for the existing City Hall, this would permit a total number, of units ranging from 540 to 1080. No park land was proposed to be dedicated in the Study Area. The park land serving this neighborhood will be located to the south across Deerwood Drive and east, across Pilot Knob Road. Redevelopment of the existing City Hall site may also offer some potential for recreation. The Test of the Comprehensive Plan singled out the Study Area for special consideration. Page IV -29 of the Land Use Section of the Comprehensive Plan states: "a. Blackhawk Lake /I -35E: There has been considerable contro- versy over the routing of the future I -35E in the vicinity of Blackhawk Lake. More recently, the City approved a route along the easterly edge of Blackhawk Lake after a Minnesota State Supreme Court decision blocked the City's preferred route of bridging I -35E over Blackhawk Lake. As such, the new alignment was reviewed by the Eagan City Council in March of 1980 and the City has not had a great deal of opportun- ity to study the resulting land use implications for the area which lies generally within the boundaries of Pilot Knob Road, the I -35E route and Deerwood Drive. This area is designated for low density -mixed residential uses, however, more detailed planning for I -35E and the corresponding effects of drainage, ponding and noise and vision impacts upon the area may cause the City to revise the Comprehensive Plan accordingly. This is expected to be an area of high noise impact because of the narrow configuration between Pilot Knob Road and I -35E. Land use planning will have to mitigate these adverse effects as much as possible." E. Interstate 35E: The grades and right -of -way limits for I -35E, as it affects the Study Area, have been established. The net effect in terms of noise that the interstate highway will have on adjacent properties requires a detailed area to -area study. The proposed grades on property to be developed and the proposed siting of structures would be needed in order to determine detailed noise impacts. In a more general way, however, the noise impacts can be determined from the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) prepared for I -35E. It appears that, where possible, McDOT recessed the highway or provided earth berms to reduce noise impacts. In fact, Advisory Planning Commission Page 3 the Study Area may be more adversely affected over the long term by noise from Pilot Knob Road than from I -35E. In any instance, the Study Area which averages approximately 4 mile in width between I -35E and Pilot Knob Road, has the potential for high noise impacts at certain locations from these two highways. As such, the selection of the type of land use that is permitted and the siting of buildings, will be of particular concern. F. Municipal Utilities: Municipal sanitary sewer and water is located along the periphery of the Study Area and would be available for development which occurs within this area. II LAND USE STUDY As noted above, this is a particularly difficult area in which to properly plan for land uses. The routing of I- 35E, approximately mile away from a very major highway, creates land use problems because of the potential for high noise levels and the inability to provide for an internal collector street. This is further complicated by the rugged topography located iin•the center of the Study Area. As such, some of the more finite decisions related to land use would best be made when detailed plans are brought forth by developers. The Comprehensive Plan, through the designation of R -11 for the entire area, appears to be an oversimplication. This was recognized in the text of the Eagan Comprehensive Plan wherein it called for a more detailed study of this area after the alignment of I -35E has been established. DEVELOPMENT AREAS: The Study Area, because of topography, may be divided into three areas. The first would be the area north of existing City Hall, the second would extend from the existing City Hall to a point mile north of Deerwood Drive and the remainder would be the southern portion of the Study Area. STUDY AREA I As previously stated, the northern portion of the Study Area, which extends from the existing City Hall north, is generally characterized by the development of a few single family homes with a large amount of vacant land which is generally rolling, with scattered stands of trees. The only major vehicular access to this area is Pilot Knob Road. At present there are two inter- secting streets; Violet Lane and Engelhard Road with some additional private accesses directly onto Pilot Knob Road. The existing intersecting streets are spaced about 4 mile apart. It would Advisory Planning Commission Page 4 be desirable to maintain this spacing so that in this area the only three direct accesses would be Violet Lane, Engelhart Road and the City Hall access. It would also be desirable to create an internal local street connection between these three accesses. The single family homes which exist in the area, generally average from 10 to 20 years of age and are expected to exist for the next several years. As such, it again would be desirable to have residential development as the predominent use in this area which would be compatible with the existing single family homes. The R -11 designation appears to be correct for this area since it would permit the clustering of low density residen- tial development or additional single family homes. Also, if proper access could be provided there may be some potential for Limited Business use along Pilot Knob Road. Other types of commercial, however, should be resisted; particularly that which would generate high volumes of traffic. STUDY AREA II Study Area II includes the property south of the existing City Hall to 1/4 mile north of Deerwood Drive. In review of this particular area, it appears the topography is the most rugged of the entire study area. The topographic relief and heavy vegetation would ap- pear to make area the most difficult to develop within the en- tire study area. Again, this parcel abuts I -35E to the west and Pilot Knob Road to the.east. There will be some noise impacts gen- erated from.I -35E and Pilot Knob Road. Therefore, proper planning and placement of units should be considered in regard to minimizing the noise impacts generated from the two roadways. Along with berms and proper screening; noise reduction could be accomplished in the development of this proposed site. In reviewing the land use for this particular area, it appears that the R -II designation, the Mixed Residential with a density of 3 -6 dwelling units per acre appears to be appropriate for this area. The R -II density would allow a mixture of single family and town- house units and could allow clustering of the lower density in or- der to maximize the development and preserve the natural environ- ment which exists on the site. Presently, there exists two single family homes and a mixed residen- tial of 3 -6 dwelling units per acre could incorporate these single family homes into the development of this entire parcel. Again, as stated in Study Area I, there may be some areas of this study area which could be looked at for Limited Business use or clustering of low volume commercial activities. In review of this particular use, it appears that some clustering of Limited Business could occur along the Pilot Knob Road area. This would provide a buffer area from Pilot Knob Road when upgraded and also from the municipal center which is developing on the east side of Pilot Knob Road or directly across from the property Mr. Horne is proposing to develop. Again, the Limited Business use should be clustered as not to promote strict development from occurring along Pilot Knob Road. Advisory Planning Commission Page 5 STUDY AREA III The last area to be reviewed is the area located 1/4 mile north of Deerwood Drive running south to Deerwood Drive. In review of this parcel, it appears that the topography is less severe than the pro- perty directly north. The hills are more rolling and less severe. There are clusters of vegetation, however, not as much as what is on the property directly north. In reviewing the land use for Study Area III, it appears that the R -II designation of Mixed Residential with a density of 3 -6 dwelling units per acre would also be appropriate for Study Area III. This would allow a continuation and continuity of the two study areas mentioned above and provide for a homogeneous neighborhood. In developing this parcel, there should be an internal street network with as few connections to Pilot Knob Road and Deerwood Drive as possible, and hopefully, interconnections to properties to the north if feasible to provide a good circulation pattern. In conclusion, it appears that the original analysis made in pre- paring the Comprehensive Guide Plan when designating this District or development area as R -II (Mixed Residential) with a density of 3 -6 dwelling units per acre appears to be the same conclusions that staff came up with in re- reviewing this development area in regard to topography, vegetation and other site restraints. It appears, however, there could be some clustered areas where Limit- ed Business could occur within this study area. The potential for some clusters of Limited Business use could be incorporated in the northern two study areas, and these businesses should be geared to types of business which would generate low volumes of traffic, or to restrict left- turning movement as much as possible along Pilot Knob Road. These limited business areas should be clustered to prevent strip development and also in locations where buffering from higher intense uses such as the commercial areas in the north of this study area and areas directly west cf the City Hall complex. Since this study was initiated because the City has received.a devel- opment request for a 38 -acre tract of land within this study area and the proposed development was of a higher intensity than what was designated on the Comprehensive Guide Plan, the applicant should dem- onstrate to the City that his development proposal is less detrimental to the topography than what the City is proposing for land uses with- in this study area. If the developer can prove that his development proposal creates less impact to the topographv, consideration should be given to his request. However, this will have to be proven by the applicant if he is proposing a change to the Comprehensive Guide Plan. f Advisory Planning Commission Page 6 III LAND USE PRINCIPLES GUIDING DEVELOPMENT The following Land Use Principles should be used by the City to guide development in the Study Area. 1. It would be an objective of the City to sever all private accesses and to only have access occur to Deerwood Drive and Pilot Knob Road from local streets which are spaced at least 4 mile apart. 2. Existing Single Family The existing single family uses in the Study Area should be protected as much as possible by providing compatible development. Most of the existing single family homes are expected to continue in use for the next several years. As such, low density residential on adjacent properties would be the most desirable use. 3. Residential Development The general pattern of development in the Study Area is expected to consist of low density residential develop- ment. The housing that is expected would be single family homes, townhouses, quads or coach homes and some apartments or condominiums. It is expected that as many as 1000 new residential units will be developed over the Study Area. 4. Commercial The only commercial development that would be permitted is Limited Business. Limited Business uses could be developed along Pilot Knob Road in areas which are exposed to high activity such as commercial uses in the vicinity of Violet Lane or the Eagan Civic Center in the Wescott Road area. Where Limited Business is allowed to develop it should be a "clustered" development with access occuring form a public street which is properly spaced along Pilot Knob Road. "Strip" commercial development should not be permitted; rather, small, commercial clusters should be the pattern where and if any commercial is permitted. In particular, retail commercial or commercial which generates a high volume of traffic,should not be permitted. 5. Planned Development It would be desirable to have most of the development in the Study Area occurring through an approved Planned 1 Advisory Planning Commission Page 7 Development. This would allow for the planning of a larger area which may develop over an extended period of time. The existing Blackhawk Planned Development needs to be revised because of the dramatic impact that the rerouting of I -35E has on the approved Blackhawk Planned Development. 6. Park /Recreation It would be desirable to provide a small, neighborhood recreational area in the vicinity of the existing City Hall in order that residential development in the Study Area would have better access to recreational uses. As currently planned, the only recreational areas would occur to the east across Pilot Knob Road or to the south across Deerwood Drive. If the anticipated 1000 dwelling units are developed in the Study Area, this would lend further support for the development of a small recreational/ municipal park area. 7. Adverse Noise Effects As previously stated, this area is expected to experience high noise levels from I -35E and Pilot Knob Road. Noise attenuation is expected to result from proper planning such as providing proper grades, providing the proper siting of structures, providing noise berms and barriers, providing vegetative screens and similar man -made means for providing attenuation. This can best be accomplished at the time individual development plans are brought forth for review by the City. Only through this method will a desirable living environment be created in the Study Area. In summary, this Study has pointed out many times that the Study Area will be very difficult to properly develop because of the adverse external influences. As such, the City will have to pay particular attention to the individual development plans brought forth to assure these adverse impacts are mitigated to the greatest possible extent. Pre planning at this time cannot deal with all of these matters because of the lack of sufficient detailed development information. This only can be accomplished as individual plans are brought forth. The general guidance, however, is to develop the area with low density residential use as the predomi.nent land use with the opportunity for small clusters of Limited Business developments along Pilot Knob Road in areas where high adverse impacts may occur. e� WE �r b Q Q -9 Op E r o A J V Q i v :fir..... BERNARD H.LARSON A K p', TA COUNTY aT �T T �j DAKOTA COUNTY SURVEYOR i t� d t t 1 .iH' TELEPNONF.: *DAKOTA COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER 612.437 -0250 1560 HWY. 55 HASTINGS. MINNESOTA 55033 October 23, 1984 City of Eagan 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan MN 55122 Att: Dale Runkle, City Planner Dear Mr. Runkle: The Dakota County Plat Commission met on October 23, 1984 to consider the proposed plat of CTC BUSINESS CAMPUS./ Said plat is adjacent to County Road #31 'or L ilot Knob and 4 is, therefore, subject to the Dakota County Contiguous Plat Ordinance. After review of the plat, it was the consensus of opinion of the Plat Commission that said plat does agree with the provisions of the Ordinance with the following exception: The access required onto County Road #31 is designated on the proposed plat as being opposite Crest Ridge Lane. If this is in fact the case, the Plat Commission has no objection. If, however, the access must go southerly of that through the strip designated as being part of this platted property, than the Plat Commission, upon recommendation of the County Highway Engineer, must deny that access. It is suggested that any access from this property go southerly and exit out onto Englert Road as the most ideal and best alternative to this proposed subdivision. If you have any further questions please let us know. Warson urs, y Surveyor BHL:vf COMMISSIONERS 1ST DISTRICT 2ND DISTRICT 3RD DISTRICT 4TH DISTRICT 5TH. DISTRICT JOSEPH A. HARRIS GERALD E. HOLLENKAMP JOHN S. VOSS STEVE LOEDING RUSSELL STREEFLAND HASTINGS SOUTH ST. PAUL BURNSVILLE INVER GROVE HEIGHTS BURNSVILLE MEMORANDUM TO: Dale Runkle, City Planner FROM John S. boss SUBJ.: Appropriate Land Use at Violet Lane /Pilot Knob Road Area CTC Business Campus and Anderson Development Application DATE: November 21, 1984 BACKGROUND: At the October 23, 1984 Planning Commission meeting, an application from CTC Business Campus for a Preliminary Plat and rezoning were considered. At that time, the Planning Commission raised questions related to the appropriate land use in Violet Lane /Pilot Knob Road area. Also, the Planning Commission re- quested the staff to look at the overall inventory of commercial and industrial land that would be suitable for corporate headquarters. This memorandum is in response to those concerns. APPROPRIATE LAND USE AT VIOLET LANE /PILOT KNOB ROAD: In November of 1983, a Planning Study was made of the triangular area bounded by I -35E on the west, Deerwood Drive on the south and Pilot Knob Road on the east. In the Study, this area was generally divided into a north, central and southern area. Comments from that Study, related to the northern area which would include the,Violet Lane /Pilot Knob Road area, were in part as follows; The noxthexn poxtion of the study area iz genexaUy chatactvri.zed by the deve-opment o f a hew single Samity homey with a Zatrge amount o6 vacant .-and which is g enexaUy xoZZ ng with s cat tviced stands o b txees The o n.-y ma j on veh ica-ax access to this atce a iz Paot Knob Road. At pxezent, thvice aAe tuo .intersecting atxeets V.ioZet Lane and Engethat,t Road with some additional, pkivate accesses d.itcect-y onto Pilot Knob Road. The existing .inters ecti.on stxeets cute spaced about one- gaaAtvc (1 /4) mi-e apaAt. It wou, -d be de 6iAab.-e to main- tain this spacing so that in this axea, the on-y thAee d.iAec t ac- cesses would be VioZet Lane, Enge.-hant Road and the City I- LU accu.b. It wou, -d a so be desitbaZe to cAeat&. an .intvcna- tocat street connec- t.Zon between these thxee accebses. The a.ingZe jamiZy homes which exist in the atcea g envca U y avvcag e Jxom 10 to 20 yeatr s in age and axe expected to exist box the next z evv at yeaA s As such, it again wou, -d be dedi)tabZe to. have tez identia- development as the pxedomixent use in this arrea wh,i,c.h woatd be compatible with the exi sting s.ingte jamity homes. The R -II designation appeaAs to be coxnect box this area since it woa-d permit the c-uatening o f .-ow-density xes identi.a- Memorandum to: Dale Runkle From John S. Voss November 21, 1984 Page 2 deve2opmewt on addit i,ona,Z z ingte 6amity homes. AZ6 o, .is proper accebz cooed Be provided, there may be some potentiae. 6or Limited Bu mess ode along Pitot Knob Road. Otken. typea o6 commerc i.ae, however, .6houed be resisted; parti.caZaA4, that which woof -d generate high votm,ez o� trab jic. Since that time, additional information has been provided by the Minnesota Depart- ment of Transportation. Additional homes have been taken for I -35E right -of -way over that which was anticipated a year ago when the above report was drafted. Now, only one Cl) residence will exist on the north side of Violet Lane and this would be located at the intersection of Violet Lane and Pilot Knob Road. This lot would be the only private property north of Violet Lane. All of the other property has been taken for interstate right -of -way. Also, this general area will be impacted by noise from Pilot Knob Road and Interstate 35E. An exit ramp will be located near the northern boundary of the private property that will remain. Also, Pilot Knob Road will be "bridged" over I -35E and the eleva- tion of Pilot Knob Road will be very near the elevation that exists today. This exposure to high. volumes of traffic and high noise levels indicates that this would not be a particularly desirable area for residential development. The proposed CTC Business Campus development, which is a high -tech industry, could be a suitable use for this area if it was properly developed. This use would be in keeping with the Limited Business type of use that was alluded to in the above report. The remaining property along Violet Lane then also could be con- verted, in time, to other Limited Business uses. In this regard, the area north of the pond would be developed with Limited Business uses and the area to the south would be developed with residential uses wherein the ponding would gen- erally be the area where the transition would be made from Limited Business to the north to residential development to the south. In. addition, a traffic study should be done to insure that the volume of traffic generated by the CTC Business Campus could properly be channelled onto Pilot Knob Road. The CTC plan proposes an access to Crestridge Lane. It may be better to exit this property at Violet Lane wherein a traffic signal will probably be installed at some future date because this is also the Pilot Knob Road inter- section with Duckwood Drive which is expected to serve a major shopping center. OVERALL INVENTORY OF COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL LAND SUITABLE FOR CORPORATE HEAD Q UARTERS: A general survey of land suitable for corporate headquarters reveals that there is a considerable variety of commercial and industrial land avail- able in the City for corporate headquarters. Some of the locations that were considered by COMSERV included the area across Diffley Road from Metcalf Junior High School and the northwest quadrant of I -35E and Cliff Road. Other areas include portions of the Gopher Smelting property, east of Elrene Road and the Dayton- Hudson property which is located at the northeast boundary of the City. The proposed CTC campus site would be well- suited for a corporate headquarters, however, it should not be rezoned solely because there is not other suitable land available in the City. To the contrary, there are considerable amounts Memorandum to: Dale Runkle From: John S. Voss November 21, 1984 Page 3 of suitable commercial and industrial land,either zoned or designated on the Comprehensive Plan,which would suit this purpose very well. JSV r CITY OF EAGAN SUBJECT: Commercial Rezoning APPLICANT: Federal Land Company Vern Martin Colon LOCATION: Northwest Quadrant of Duckwood Lane and Denmark Avenue West 1/2 of Southwest 1/4 of Northwest 1/4 of Section 15 EXISTING ZONING: Multiple Residential R -4 DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: November 27, 1984 DATE Of REPORT: November 20, 1984 REPORTED BY: John S. Voss, Planning Consultant PROPOSAL SUMMARY: The applicant is requesting the rezoning of an approximate 18 acre area from Multiple Residential R -4 to Community Shopping Center District (CSC). The property is located viest of Denmark Avenue and north and south of the future exten- sion of Duckwood Drive, west of Denmark Avenue. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan designates all of the property that lies north of Duckwood Drive and west of Denmark Avenue in this area, extending to I -35E, as Community Shopping Center (CSC). Therefore, the proposed rezoning is consistent with the land use designation in the Comprehensive Plan. PLANNER'S COMMENTS 1. The applicant is acquiring both the Hillcrest property and the Pilot Knob Asso- ciates property north of Duckwood Drive. Therefore, Federal Land Company would own all of the land that would be bounded by Duckwood Drive on the south, Pilot Knob Road and I -35E on the west, Yankee Doodle Road on the north and Denmark Avenue on the east. The Sketch Plan submitted with the rezoning appli cation generally illustrates a proposal to develop a Community Shopping Center over these combined properties. A purchase of the property is contigent upon the rezoning. If the property is rezoned, Federal Land Company has indicated that they would proceed in the spring of 1985 with the first phase of the Community Shopping Center. This would require a Preliminary Plat and detailed review by the Eagan Planning Commission and City Council., The only application that has been submitted at this time is for the rezoning of the approximate 18 acre area so that all of their land holdings in this area would be zoned for a Community Shopping Center. 2. In the past, Hillcrest Development Company and Pilot Knob Associates have prepared individual plans for the development of their individual properties. 1 City of Eagan Federal Land Company Rezoning November 20, 1984 Prepared by: John S. Voss, Planning Consultant Page 2 The City always has been concerned about the coordination of the development of these two properties. Combining the two properties by Federal Land Company is very desirable in that it insures the City's objective of coordin- ating commercial development in this very important quadrant. 3. Federal Land Company is not acquiring any property south of Duckwood Drive. This would be retained by Pilot Knob Associates. Therefore, a portion of the existing R -4 District which lies south of Duckwood Drive is not pro- posed to be rezoned by the applicant. However, the City's rezoning adver- tisement included this property so that it could be rezoned if that were the desire of the City. A portion of this area south of Duckwood Drive, which encompasses approximately one Cl) acre, probably would be utilized for ponding. The property backs upon an existing townhouse development. The property could remain in the R -4 zoning category and as such, would be consistent with the Multiple Residential R -III designation in the City's Comprehensive Plan. 4. In summary, the proposal to combine the HillCrest Development Company and Pilot Knob Associates properties for the development of a Community Shopping Center appears to be very desirable. Also, in the future, prior to the de- velopment of the property, the applicant will be required to prepare and have a Preliminary Plat approved wherein the City will review the overall develop- ment of a Community Shopping Center and establish appropriate requirements related to traffic circulation, pedestrian circulation, architecture, land- scaping, parking and similar details. MEMO TO: ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: RICHARD M. HEFTI, ASSISTANT CITY ENGINEER DATE: NOVEMBER 20, 1984 SUBJECT: CTC BUSINESS CAMPUS PRELIMINARY PLAT TRAFFIC REVIEW I have reviewed the traffic concerns this proposed development poses, as request- ed. Specifically, the impact on Englert Rd. and the possibility of a connection to Violet La. The original proposal had all traffic for this development accessing from Englert Rd. It was estimated 600 trips per day would be generated by Check Technology alone. While this alone would probably not be a significant problem, one must consider the R -3 area of this development and the area south of Englert Rd. must also be serviced by Englert R. Staff estimates this would add an addition 1,200 trips per day provided R -2 development south of Englert Rd: as suggested by the City's Comprehensive Guide Plan. Staff feels these traffic volumes could pose hazards, especially since sight stopping distance at the Pilot Knob Rd. inter- section with Englert Rd. is not very good. The area south of Englert Rd. will probably have to be serviced by some sort of "U" shaped streets connecting to Englert Rd. Staff doesn't feel a safe access point along Pilot Knob Rd. exists between Englert Rd. Wescott Rd. due to the horizontal vertical alignment of the existing Pilot Knob Rd. Besides, Dakota County requires a minimum separation of access points along its roadways of 1/8 mile. This would place it approximatlely 200' north of the old City Hall side. A north -south parallel street between I -35E and Pilot Knob Rd. would not be feasible due to the limited distance between I -35E and Pilot Knob Rd. Also, the topography is not condusive to extending a street south from Englert Rd. It was suggested at the last Planning Commission meeting to have access to this proposed development via Violt La. This would be feasible, however, since this development does not have any access to Violet La, sufficient right of way would have to be obtained. This should be the responsibility of this development. This would remove about 1/3 of the traffic volume from Englert Rd. Although Staff does not feel a through street from Violet La. to Englert Rd. is necessary, it is recommended a connection be made to the R -3 parcel to aid emergency vehicle access. This can be made by connecting parking lots with a fire lane or some other approved means. In summary, Staff recommends the access to Check Technology be made available to Violet Lane. The remaining parcel maybe serviced from Englert Rd. Finally, Staff feels a north -south roadway between Pilot Knob Rd. I -35E is not practical due to the limited space between the new I -35E alignment Pilot Knob Road and also the topography. I will be available to discuss any aspect of this memo with the APC at the Nov. 27, 1984 meeting. Respectfully submitted, R���MJ efti RMH:jbd I -55 E R. O W 1 r Ivc Mx r Ivc am i falrts L O s•Ix uxrts t Ir xm a v Z c^ trco e ERErosxo wafaME elEV.. 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CONSULTING ENGINEERS I REVISIONS CTC BUSINESS CAMPUS e CITY OF EAGAN SUBJECT: Preliminary Plat Royal Oak Circle APPLICANT: Richard Asp Asp Construction LOCATION: Part of the NEk of Section 16 EXISTING ZONING: R -4 (Residential Multifamily) DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: November 27, 1984 DATE OF REPORT: November 20, 1984 REPORTED BY: Greg Ingraham, Assistant Planner REVIEWED BY: Dale Runkle, City Planner PROPOSAL SUMMARY: The applicant is requesting Preliminary Plat approval of Royal Oak Circle consisting of 297 apartment units on approximately 21 acres. The project is located north of Violet Lane and West of Federal Drive. ZONING LAND USE: The property is zoned R -4 (Residential Multifamily District). Surrey Heights townhouses border the site along the north while undeveloped agricultural land lies to the west and south. Undeveloped R -4 land is across Federal Drive to the east. The site is covered by grasses with a line of deciduous trees along the north property line. CODE COMPLIANCE: The proposal meets all the density, setback and parking requirements of an R -4 district. SITE PLANNING: The applicant wishes to construct three two —story 22 —unit buildings and seven three —story 33 —unit buildings on the eastern two— thirds of the site. The western third of the site will remain open due to the difficult soils and slopes encountered there. Nine of the buildings are grouped around a private loop circulation system. One building would have access directly off of Federal Drive. All buildings have underground parking and gable roofs with cedar exteriors. The two —story buildings are located adjacent to the Surrey Heights townhouses. The lower buildings should help smooth the transition from townhouse to three —story apartment buildings. A community room /office and a pool is planned for the central portion 'of the site. The project is planned to be constructed in two _phases. An initial phasing line is shown on the site plan, however phasing would be dependent on extension of utilities. MEMO TO: Advisory Planning Commission c/o Dale C. Runkle, City Planner FROM: Robert W. Rosene, Consulting City Engineer DATE: November 19, 1984 SUBJECT: Royal Oak Circle Development Preliminary Plat The Engineering Division of the Public Works Department has the following comments regarding this proposed development for the consideration of the Advisory Planning Commission and City Council. GRADING /DRAINAGE The existing topography varies from gently rolling in the eastern portion to steep slopes in the western portion and a low water holding area in the southwest corner. The grading plan provides that approximately 2/3 of the area will drain to the low area at the southwest corner and the remaining area will drain to Violet Lane along the southeast portion of the development. This drainage plan is basically in conformance with the existing natural drainage pattern. Internal storm sewer installed for this development will carry the storm water to the low area near the southwest corner. This low area forms a natu- ral pond. It is not a pond required by the Storm Sewer Master Plan but should be encouraged to be used as a ponding area for this development. It has no natural outlet at this time. It should be the responsibility of this develop- ment to provide an outlet from this low area to Pond CP -1 to the northwest of this addition. Pond CP -1 has a recently constructed outlet through the Public Works Area to Pond JP -1. Storm sewer shown to be installed for this development on Federal Drive and Violet Lane will need to be extended as a responsibility of this develop- ment to Pond JP -2. An outlet for this pond has been provided for with the in- stallation of storm sewer under Federal Drive and Interstate 35E as a part of the current MnDOT construction project. The preliminary grading plan basically shows adequate site drainage con- forming to city standards. Final grading plans must show slopes not steeper than 3' horizontal to l' vertical and with proper erosion control methods to meet City standards. Section A -A of Sheet 3 of the preliminary plans will need to be modified to meet these requirements. UTILITIES Sanitary Sewer service will be provided by extending the 8 lateral sani- tary sewer from the south edge of the Development south to Englert Road to connect to the existing 15" trunk sewer which is designed to serve this area. This sanitary sewer lateral extension will be the responsibility of this development. Water service can initially be provided along the north edge by connecting to one existing 6" water main in Federal Drive and one existing 6" water main at the south edge of Surrey Heights Second Addition. This will provide a looped water supply for Royal Oak Circle and improve the looping within the Surrey Heights area. A future connection can be made at the southeast corner Page 1 4605c of the development at Violet Lane and Federal Drive when the proposed 30" di- ameter major trunk water main is installed. It is recommended that approxi- mately 350' of 6" water main along the west side of Federal Drive shown on the preliminary utility plan be increased to 8" to provide better fire protection for this development. Additional strengthening of the water supply system can be provided when the area along Violet Lane west of this Addition is devel- oped. Static water pressure of from 70 psi to 80 psi will be provided in this development. If the utilities are to be installed privately, the plans and specifi- cations shall be prepared by a registered engineer and submitted to the Engi- neering Department for review and approval. STREETS Federal Drive along the east side of this proposed Addition will provide access for the development. This street has been constructed by MnDOT through a joint construction agreement with the City of Eagan as part of the I -35E construction project. It is 44' wide with B -618 concrete curb and gutter and bituminous surfacing and was designed to 9T load standards. Access from the multi family units to Federal Drive will be provided by private drives within the development. No public streets are proposed within the development. Violet Lane is proposed as a public street along the south edge where there is an existing 60' right -of -way but no access is taken from the development to Violet Lane. In final design, all private driveways must meet City standards. Violet Lane adjacent to this addition will need to be upgraded to City standards for a minor street 32' wide with concrete curb and gutter and bitu- minous surfacing as a part of this development or the future anticipated as- sessment for this street prepaid. RIGHT OF- WAY /EASEMENTS The 100' wide right -of -way for Federal Drive and 60' wide right -of -way for Violet Lane have previously been obtained and dedicated by MnDOT. As a condition of final platting, this Development will be responsible for obtaining the easements required to extend the storm sewer lines to Ponds CP -1 and JP -2 and the sanitary sewer to the existing trunk sewer in Englert Road.' Temporary construction easements and possibly small permanent easement exten- sions will be required for the water main connections at Surrey Heights Second Addition. A ten -foot utility easement will be required to be dedicated adjacent to all public rights -of -way. In addition, a 5 foot drainage and utility easement will be required adjacent to the other exterior boundaries of the Addition: Easements of sufficient width will be required over all sanitary sewer, water main and storm sewer lines to be constructed within the Addition and a ponding and drainage easement will be required over that portion of the low area in the southeast corner of the development which is to be used for ponding storm water. Page 2 ASSESSMENTS In researching assessment records for this proposed development it was found that this area has paid the trunk area assessments for water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer. The proposed development does not abut any major trunk systems, therefore, no lateral benefit from trunk will be required. Construction of lateral utilities will be the responsibility of this develop- ment for which they serve. Street improvement assessments for Federal Drive are pending as a part of Project 372, I -35E Street Improvements. Street improvements associated with Violet Lane will be required as part of this Development. The cost of this street improvement will be shared by this Development and the abutting property to the south. A representative of the Engineering Department will be available to dis- cuss any aspect of this report in detail with the Advisory Planning Commission at the November 27, 1984 meeting. Respectfully submitted, BONESTR00, ROSENE, ANDERLIK ASSOCIATES, INC. Robert W. Rosene Consulting City Engineer RWR:sas Paoa "2 RECOMMENDATIONS ROYAL OAK CIRCLE 1. The existing woods along the north property line are to remain intact. 2. The building heights are to conform to the heights shown on the site plan. 3. If the parking ratio is reduced to a 2— per —unit ratio, then each unit's rental shall be tied to a specific indoor stall. 4. A detailed landscaping plan showing plant species, size and location plus the provision of recreational facilites, shall be submitted for staff approval. 5. The preliminary plat approval is subject to the filing of an approved Environmental Assessment Worksheet. 6. All surface water drainage generated from this development shall be conveyed by way of a storm sewer system to Pond CP -1 (northwest) or JP -2 (south) as a condition of final plat approval. 7. The finished grading of this development shall not result in slopes steeper than 3:1 and an adequate erosion control /restoration plan must be approved prior to final plat approval. All parking lots must provide an access to the internal loop private drive with internal raised concrete curbed medians being constructed where required by staff. 7. This development shall be responsible for the acquisition /dedication of all required utility easements necessary to service this development with the required utilities in addition to the normal lot line utility easement dedications. 8. 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JP 2 84T.2 U:.FE t:r JHt:: 844.0 ti B P��',r•� 8 44 HILLS T 1 JP -4 a ep 1 84a.5 A 790.3 801.0 J p c n23.8 34.0 FIGURE STORM SEWER LAYOUT CITY OF EAGAN SUBJECT: REZONING, PRELIMINARY PLAT VARIANCE APPLICANT: HILLA CONSTRUCTION WHISPERING WOODS LOCATION: PART OF THE SWk OF SECTION 31 EXISTING ZONING: A AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: NOVEMBER 27, 1984 DATE OF REPORT: NOVEMBER 20, 1984 REPORTED BY: GREG H INGRAHAM, ASSISTANT PLANNER REVIEWED BY: DALE C RUNKLE, CITY PLANNER PROPOSAL SUMMARY: The applicant is requesting rezoning of approximately 3.8 acres from A Agricultural District to R -1 Residential Single Family District, and Preliminary Plat approval of Whispering Woods consisting of 10 single family lots. The variance request is to allow a 30' setback to Slater Road and a 20' front setback along the proposed cul -de -sac. The project is located east of Slater Road and south of James St. ZONING AND LAND USE: The land is currently zoned A Agricultural District. The Comprehensive Guide Plan designates the parcel as Residential with a density range of 3 -6 units per acre. Single family lots border the site on the north and east while undeveloped agricultrual land is across Slater Road to the west. The triangular parcel is a heavily wooded knoll which slopes steeply to the west and northeast. CODE COMPLIANCE: The proposal meets all the density, lot size and setback requirements of a R -1 District except for the variance requests for setbacks to the cul -de -sac and Slater Road. A 10' front setback variance is requested for Lots 1 -6; the variance would allow less slope and vegetation disturbance. A 20' variance is requested to allow a 30' setback to Slater Road for Lots 1, 8, 9 10. The 30' setback would place the homes 80' from the Slater Road centerline. SITE PLANNING: Eight of the lots have driveways off the proposed cul -de -sac while two lots have direct access off Slater Road. Given the wooded topography and triangular shape of this parcel, the proposed layout provides an efficient utilization of the area. TOPOGRAPHY /DRAINAGE: This proposed development is located in the southwest of Section 31, east of Slater road and south of James Street. This property -is currently heavily wooded with a hill located approximately in the center of the property. The drainage pattern will stay the same except that the new proposed street will be picking up the surface run off from the front yards, and said new street is proposed to drain to Slater Road and then will drain to existing storm sewer at the intersection of Slater Road and WHISPERING WOODS PAGE 2 James Street. This proposed development is located within the A major storm district as defined by the Master Storm Sewer Plan. (See attached Figure 1.) WATERMAIN, SANITARY SEWER AND STORM SEWER: Watermain, sanitary sewer and storm sewer of sufficient size and capacity exist within the proximity of this proposed development to provide service to it. The City will require a petition to construct the necessary utilities or, if utilities are installed under private contract, then the plans and specifications shall be prepared by a registered engineer and submitted to the City for approval. STREETS: Access to this proposed plat is by Slater Road. EASEMENTS /RIGHT -OF -WAY: The City will require utility and drainage easements ten feet (10 in width adjoining all streets and five feet (5') in width adjoining side and rear lot lines. The City will require utility easements a minimum of fifteen (15') in width for all public utilities not constructed within the street right -of -way. This item will be reviewed again when the utility plans for this subdivision have been submitted along with the final plat. EROSION CONTROL PLAN: The developer shall submit an erosion and sediment control plan to the City for review and approval. The City will require an Enviro filter fence be placed and maintained along the north and east sides of the outer boundary of the proposed grading area to prevent sediment from washing into the remaining wooded areas and onto private property. PLAT: The City will require that Outlot A be platted as part of Lot 4 of proposed Whispering Woods. ASSESSMENTS: As a condition of final platting, this development shall be responsible for trunk area storm sewer. The assessment rate for trunk area storm sewer will be the rate which will be ineffect at the time of final platting. At this time, the trunk area storm sewer assessments would amount to 3.8 acres x 43,560 sq. ft. x $0.045 per sq. ft. $7,448.76. All future costs for public improvements shall be the sole responsibility of this proposed development. RECOMMENDATIONS WHISPERING WOODS 1. A detailed grading, drainage and an erosion and sediment control plan shall be submitted to the City for review and approval by city staff. 2. Outlot A shall be platted as part of Lot 4. 3. This development shall be responsible for the trunk area storm sewer area assessment at the rate in effect at the time of final platting. 4. The City will require utility and drainage easements ten feet (10 in width adjoining all streets and five feet (5 in width adjoining side and rear lot lines. The City will require 20' wide utility easements for public utilities not constructed within the street right -of -way. 5. The grading limits and area of woods to be preserved shall be adjusted as per the setback variance allowances. 6. No driveway access shall be allowed onto Slater Road for Lots 1 -8. jj ;JENUO T,4 RB EkG ANDAkE•--r Ind. VN15111 fS. iC GUN CLUB' 1 5'°' 1 LaXE C r In J,�� f R I Ind. C i' l•=EEfIE PCPES R 1 L f aN0 ,r I.TF1r .•.I f -Ind E _RaU Ind. 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The parcel is presently zoned R -4 Residential Multiple. The application submitted is a request to change the zoning CSC Community Shopping Center to tie in with the existing zoning to the west of this particular parcel. ZONING LAND USE Presently the parcel is zoned R -4 Residential Multiple and there was an application submitted in 1979 -1980 for rezoning which was denied. The Comprehensive Guide Plan designates this particular parcel as CSC Community Shopping Center and the rezoning request would be consistent_ with the Comprehen— sive Guide Plan. CODE COMPLIANCE Presently the application is only for rezoning and not preliminary plat. It is staff's understanding that the applicant has a contingency to purchase this 20 acre parcel subject to the zoning be changed from R -4 to CSC Community Shopping Center district. Once the zoning has been obtained the applicants will then submit a preliminary plat and site plan for the entire tract of land which lies north of Duckwo'od Drive and west of Denmark Avenue. SITE PLANNING The City has reviewed this general area a number of times and has tried to work with a number of different landowners to provide an overall development plan. In the past, a piece —meal plan was the way this area had been proposed to be developed. The application submitted now requesting the rezoning of the 20 acre tract would then be followed by a preliminary plat tying the entire 70 —acre tract of land north of Duckwood into one development proposal. It is staff's understanding that the application would consist of approximately a 300,000- 450,000 square foot community shopping center being constructed on the west side of Denmark Avenue with some peripheral lots being developed at a later phase. In conjunction with the shopping center development, Federal Land Lompany also owns 100 acres east of Denmark Avenue which would also start development in the office and limited business types of uses which would compliment the retail being constructed on the west side of Denmark Avenue. FEDERAL LAND COMPANY NOVEMBER 27, 1984 PAGE TWO The applicants have indicated that the overall platting, site planning and purchasing of this property is contingent on the zoning and that if the zoning is not acquired, the applicants are not purchasing the southerly property and therefore would go back to the type of development which had been proposed in the past, separating the parcel into different ownerships. The chairman of the Advisory Planning Commission has requested that the impact of the zoning request be reviewed by the Planning Consultant, Mr. John Voss, in order to address any impacts that this zoning request may have on overall land use and surrounding area. Mr. Voss is preparing a report which is attached with this report for your review. Again, the details which accompany the zoning request have not been submitted or the preliminary plat has not been submitted at this time. Therefore, the detailed site plan review cannot be addressed until the request for platting has been submitted. If there are any concerns or issues that the Commission would like the Planning staff to study or address in review of the anticipated preliminary plats, we will be glad to take these into account and address them in the detailed plan review. Therefore, there are no conditions to be placed on this zoning request at this time other than it is anticipated that only one major shopping center will be developed on the west side of Denmark Avenue and that there will be peripheral lots for support development surrounding the shopping center proposal. sl /jj GB. Ind. r+,..,. EY TER .OSk C v cwa LAKE Incf £Pe rw� JP R'�': ;ELE :EPEE- R�'.•' _'.`0 jI�d. 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YANKEE SQUARE -i a DEVELCFM1;LNT PROPOSED EAGAN HEIGHTS COMMERCIAL PARK z f I s z I T c z z W W mow_ PARK i> P' R' t I, I✓ ate. >INGLn; r 1 �j'� C FA MILY'� LAKE 1 II i COI PROPOSED MULTIPLE 1W1 I APOPOVE(' I b L I 1 MULTI IMPROVED I L 'y I `r MUL7IPLE I MS7 =F.i F.0 I:.IL `t. I f J v D UCKWO OD DRIVE FGtt) I I OFF.CL TOw•IHOUSES (EXISLI APPROVED 111 r.'_� MULTIPLE J i APPROVED ---J I -J -t FAMILY MULTIPLE CR ESTRIDGE LANE -.1 r (EXIST) i i (EXIST) i I i QUADS QUADS, COMPOSITE MAP OF OVERALL DEVELOPMENT SHOWING EXISTING AND PROPOSED USES LYING IN SECTION 15, T.27, R.23, EAGAN, MINN. i CITY OF EAGAN SUBJECT: REZONING PRELIMINARY PLAT- APPLICANT: ALSCOR /NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY LOCATION: LOTS 1 7, Block 4, EAGANDALE CENTER INDUSTRIAL PARK EXISTING ZONING: RD (RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT) R1 (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT) DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: NOVEMBER 27, 1984 DATE OF REPORT: NOVEMBER 19, 1984 REPORTED BY: PLANNING ENGINEERING DEPARTMENTS PROPOSAL SUMMARY: The application is two part where the rezoning proposal does not exactly conform to the replatting application. Therefore, each application should be reviewed on its own merits. The first application, zoning request is proposing to rezone Lots 2 7, Block 4, Eagandale Center Industrial Park from RD (Research Development) to Ll (Light Industrial District) The second application is a request for Preliminary Plat which would consist of approx. 13 acres and contain 3• lots of which lot 1 would be the expansion of Elliot Auto, Lots 2 and 3. This would be new office warehouse facilities which would consist of approx. 86,000 S.F. per lot for lots 2 3, Eagandale Industrial Park #7. ZONING LAND USE: Presently the parcel is zoned RD (Research Develop— ment District) and L1 (Light Industrial District) whereby the first 360 370 ft. abutting Burnside Av. Country Home Hts. have been set for RD in order to buffer the existing residential neighborhood from the in— dustrial use to the east. The applicant is proposing a site design and traffic circulation to create a buffer for use by eliminating all industrial traffic from Burnside Av. to Eagandale Ind. Blvd. In return, the applicant is requesting the L1 zoning on this parcel in order to recieve a little higher lot or building coverage for the consideration of site design. The rezoning request stems all along the east side of Country Home Hts. and the Preli— minary Plat is being considered for the north half of this development re— quest. CODE COMPLIANCE: Presently Eagandale Ind. Park #7 would consist of two (2) new building lots and one (1) expansion lot. On lots 2 3, the applicants have sketched a site plan for approx. an 85,800 S.F. office ware— house of which 20% of the facility would be office 80% warehouse. The applicant has met all setback requirements for the L1 (light industrial Dist.) and has met all setbacksof either the RD (research development dist.) and the L1 (light industrial dist.). The only major issue is that the RD allows only a 20% lot coverage. The proposed office warehouse covers approx. 29.5 or 30% of the site versus the 20% in the RD zoning district. SITE PLANNING: In review of this development plan, the applicant is re— questing the rezoning from RD to L1 and the corresponding Preliminary Plat has taken a great deal of site planning dealing with the existing resi— dential neighborhood to the west. In requesting the L1 district, the ALSCOR /NW MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE CO., NOVEMBER 19, 1984 PAGE 2. applicants have developed their site plan that access would be restricted along Avalon Ave. from Burnside to Corporate Center Dr. Also, restricted access to these two lots would be requested along Burnside Av. Thus, all traffic entering these two buildings would be from Corporate Center Dr. The applicants have designed parking around the building which would be limited strictly to car traffic and very light trucks. There was also proposed berming and landscaping adjacent to Avalon Av. Burnside it order to create the maximum amount of buffer possible from the residential to the industrial development. The buildings are set back 100' from the westerly property line making the mass of the building less obtrusive. The second and main consideration in the design of these buildings, is that the truck docks and all larger trucks entering this building would be on the east side of the building, screening any docking or large trucks from the residential area. The quiet side of the building will also be the side facing the residential neighborhood. This same design holds true for the building proposed on Lot 2, which is laid out in the same configura- tion for parking and setbacks, etc. as the proposed building on Lot 1. The applicants have taken everything into consideration in designing the buildings in the buffer area between Country Home Hts. Eagandale Ind. Park. The applicants have also indicated a sketch plan as to how the southerly portion of the development would develop if the L1 zoning would carry all the way from Avalon Av. to Lone Oak Rd. They have taken into considera- tion the same concerns as what they now have in the existing development plan. They are also proposing all access to these lots from Eagandale Blvd., backing parking between the westerly lot line and the building keeping truck traffic to the east side internally minimizing as many of the impacts as possible to Country Home Hts. Conceptually, the appli- cants have shown 6 buildings being constructed south of Eagandale Center Ind. Park #7 to Lone Oak Rd. Buildings could be put together, making some different configuration. However, the main issue is if the zoning is granted that this site plan should be attached and followed for develop- ment. GRADING/ DRAINAGE: The existing and proposed grading plan shows a continuous and gentle slope from the intersection of Avalon /Burnside Av. to the SE towards Eagandale Blvd. There presently exists a 15" storm sewer, which provides drainage for Burnside Av. around the north end of the exist- ing Elliot Auto Supply into the storm sewer system of Eagandale Blvd. This development proposes to connect into a portion of this system and abandon /bypass the other portion with an iternal storm sewer system to handle the rooftop and parking lot drainage associated with this develop- ment. However, they have proposed a temporary retention pond to the south (immediately west of Elliot Auto Supply) with a future outlet to Eagandale Blvd. to be constructed with the future phase development in this area. This required storm sewer extension to Eagandale Blvd. must be completed with this proposed first phase development. Due to the fact that this proposed first phase is located in the highest portion of this drainage area, extensive erosion control and restoration measures will have to be implemented during construction. ALSCOR /NW MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE CO. NOVEMBER 19, 1984 PAGE 3 UTILITIES: Sanitary sewer and watermain of sufficient depth and capacity are immediately available to service this proposed development from Burnside Av. The existing storm sewer, located within Eagandale Blvd., is of sufficient size and capacity to handle the surface water runoff generated from this proposed development. STREETS: This development proposes to take its access from the recently upgraded Corporate Center Dr. with a future internal loop connection to Eagandale Blvd. which will be constructed with subsequent phase development to the south. With the replat of a portion of the Industrial Park under Eagandale Office Park in 1983, Eagandale Industrial Rd. was renamed as Corporate Center Dr. and re- aligned to provide the major access into the Industrial Park. With this replatting and realignment of the major- access road, there was discussion of the potential of closing off Avalon Av. from Burnside Av. to the new Corporate Center Dr. with the future development of the adjacent properties to eliminate any industrial traffic from using Avalon Av. as an ingress /egress. With the only access to this proposed develoment coming from Corporate Center Dr., the elimination of the adjacent portion of Avalon Av. could be incorporated with this development. However, it is desirable to maintain alternative access routes for better circulation of emergency and maintenance vehicles. The attached map shows the relationship of this proposed development to the realignment of Corporate Center Dr. to illustrate these concerns. EASEMENTS /RIGHTS -OF -WAY: Sufficient right -of -way has previously been dedicted for Burnside Av., Avalon Av. and Corporate Center Dr. The internal loop movement would be a private drive and no public right -of -way dedication is necessary. Specific cross easements between the various lots must be dedicated with the original plat to protect the integrity of the loop system and accessability for the future lots. The acquisition /dedication of all required utility easements for the extension/ connection of the storm sewer system to Eagandale Blvd. must be the responsi- bility of this development as a condition of this plat approval. ASSESSMENTS: All streets and utilities, servicing and providing benefit to this subdivision have previously been assessed in total at their appropriate zoning rates. No additional assessment obligations are associated with the propsed development except for those related to any future improvements to be installed under a City Contract. OVERALL SITE PLAN /LAYOUT: The internal connector road must be constructed to a minimum 28' wide with concrete curb and gutter. All other parking lot con- struction must comply with existing City ordinances. /jbd RECOMMENDATIONS EAGANDALE CENTER INDUSTRIAL PARK ALCSOR /NW MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE CO. 1) That the concept Preliminary Plat, showing the building locations on the north and proposed development to the south, should be attached with both the Rezoning Preliminary Plat applications and that no deviations be allow- ed except as approved by the City of Eagan. 2) A detailed landscape plan shall be approved and reviewed by the City and representatives of Country Home Heights. Also, an adequate landscape bond be submitted and not relea ;:icil one year after the landscaping is completed. 3) A detailed lighting plan shall be submitted and reviewed by City Staff in order that the lighting is non intrusive to the exising residential neighbor- hood. 4) All other City ordinances shall be adhered to. 5) Existing storm sewer system servicing Burnside Av. and the proposed future development must be extended and connected to the existing system in Eagan dale Blvd. All costs associated with the storm sewer extension shall be the responsibility of this development. 6 The acquisition /dedication of all required utility easements for the storm sewer system extension to Eagandale Blvd. shall be the responsibility of this development. 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Once again, the department has received a letter from Maynard Ohm representing the Eagan Snowmobile Club for similar trail usage in the 1984 -85 season. (See attached letter). REQUEST ANALYSIS: Again this year the snowmobile club is requesting Johnny Cake Ridge Road from Cliff Road to the Eagan border. This involves the snowmobile club utilizing the boulevard areas on both sides of Johnny Cake Ridge Road south of Cliff. Utilization of these trails provides access to the entrance into the Dakota County Regional Park and its snowmobile trails. Staff received no complaints relatives to last year's use of this trail segment. The second request by Mr. Ohm is to again use the Highline Trail from Rahn to Pilot Knob. Unlike previous years, however, the construction of I -35E has substantially changed the former routing of snowmobiles at the intersection of Blackhawk Road, I -35E and the Highline. During the 1983 -84 winter, MnDot did allow snowmobiles to cross through the I -35E right -of -way in the general vicinity of the Highline corridor This was because the only construction going on at the time was the Blackhawk Road bridge which was well out of the alignment of the snowmobile trail. This year, however, MnDot has indicated that it would not permit, and in fact is opposed to any crossing of I -35E roadbeds to accomodate snowmobiles. The reasons for this objection is that the property is still under the control of the contractor. There are numerous construction stakes, culverts and construction materials in the general vicinity which, when covered with snow, presents a hazard to snowmobiles. MnDot and the contractor are not willing to assume this liability exposure and therefore, will not permit a trail crossing as it did last year. As an alternative to crossing the I -35E construction area, Mr. Ohm is suggesting crossing on Blackhawk Road. (See graphic). As the graphic depicts, snowmobiles proceeding from the east to west would follow the existing snowmobile alignmment to the bituminous trail to Blackhawk Road. At this intersection the trail would proceed south along the Blackhawk Road alignment on the 8' wide trail to approximately the intersection of Blackhawk and Beecher Drive. Here the trail would cross Blackhawk to Beecher. The snowmobiles would then proceed north along Clover and Beecher Drive to an existing trail connection in the Eden Addition and then to the Highline Trail. Here snowmobiles could proceed further to the east and Johnny Cake Ridge Road and south to the regional park. Snowmobile users going from east to west would remain on the east side of Blackhawk when crossing I -35E, remaining on a 5' wide concrete sidewalk. Once over I -35E snowmobilers would cross Blackhawk to make the connection to the Highline Trail. Staff did receive several calls and complaints regarding the use of the Highline Trail for snowmobiles last year. The majority of the complaints came from residents at the intersection of Rahn Road and Shale Lane. In particular, residents on the east side of Rahn Road reported numerous crossings of snowmobiles through the backyards of these homes. A complaint was also registered by the Rahn School principal who reported numerous crossings on school property. The only other complaints or inquiries regarding snowmobiles were near Wilderness Run Road, Peridot Path Park and Pilot Knob Road south of County Road 30. The request by the snowmobile club to utilize the trails on Blackhawk Road for snowmobiles raises several issues of concern. The first concern is relative to the responsibility for assuring a safe trail for snowmobile users if a trail is identified. A trail crossing on Blackhawk Road has restricted site lines for vehicular traffic because of road curvature and height differentials. There are no street intersections, exposing car and snowmobile to increased risks. Use of signs to alert motorist of the crossing may reduce the risk. A second concern is that after heavy snowfalls and street maintenance crews have plowed Blackhawk, it is likely that snow will pile into the proposed trail area. This could also present a hazardous situation for snowmobile users as snow accumulates and an embankmment is created. The third concern is relative to potential conflicts with other trail users who may be utilizing the trail along Blackhawk Road. Designation of the snowmobile trail on the sidewalk and bituminous trail will cause a conflict between uses. SUMMATION• The snowmobile request is similar to last year. Because of the new I -35E, the snowmobile trail at this intersection presents a new situation of risk and liability to be incurred by the City. Potential conflicts of use by trail users is also possible. COMMISSION REVIEW: The Advisory Parks Recreation Commission is requested to review the request by the snowmobile association in making its comments and recommendation to the City Council regarding the 1984 -85 snowmobile trail request. 4 Director of Parks Recreation November 20, 1984 Ken Vraa Eagan Park Dept Ken, This letter is to confirm our conversation of a few days ago. In behalf of the Eagan Snowmobile Club we are asking for the use of the boulevards along Johnny Cake Ridge Road from Cliff Road to the Eagan border. The Apple Valley snowmobile club is asking their City Council for the use of Johnny Cake form the Eagan border to County Road #42. Also, we are asking for use of the boulevard on'Blackhawk Road as a way to connect the Power line Trail. By using Blackhawk Road, Beecher Drive and Clover Lane we can connect the Powerline Trail which was cut in half by 35E. Thank you Sincerely, Maynard Ohm �9 SAN C L( v=f: �l 2rd ebb IIPIAJL W V ej2A,�.&S 151NP TC) ct p 50' 150' 35C>� MEMO TO: ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION DATE: NOVEMBER 26, 1984 RE: BLACKHAWK PARK BLACKHAWK PARK P.U.D. BACKGROUND: At the time of the preliminary plat applications by Mr. Peter Stalland for the Blackhawk Lake /Blackhawk Oaks Additions, an access study was performed by Consulting Parks Planner, Tim Erkkila. In the resolution of the access problems associated with those preliminary plats, a number of other issues were discussed and brought to the attention of the Commission and Council. Direction was then given by both the Advisory Commission and the Mayor and Council to continue the park study in further detail and in particular, review the acquisition of property along the proposed south access and the resolution of the parkland to be received via the Blackhawk Park P.U.D.. Members will recall that the Blackhawk Park P.U.D. has been changed from its original application as a result of the changing of I -35E requiring the redefinition of parkland. Changes in parkland dedication elsewhere within the P.U.D. will have also impacted acreage calculations. STATUS REPORT: Mr. Dunn, owner and developer of the Blackhawk Park P.U.D., has indicated his desire to also resolve the parkland issue within the P.U.D.. He has offered his assistance and willingness to cooperate relative to settling this issue. Staff has performed a preliminary review of the P.U.D. and has calculated that there is approximately 12 -14 acres of parkland due the City to be acquired adjacent to the existing Blackhawk Park. (The figure of 12 -14 acres may increase somewhat and is dependent upon final platting of Thomas Lake Addition, etc..) Members will recall at the time of the review in July, the issue of additional acquisition was discussed. On the review by the Parks Planner and staff, it still appears that park acquisition will be necessary. We also agree that additional acquisition of land is desirable to service the overall purpose of the park. Staff and consultant are continuing to review that parkland which must be acquired and that which is desirable to acquire, the amount and priority of acquisition, as well as importance to the overall park plan. Because the preliminary review indicates that acquisition beyond the P.U.D. is necessary, the Director has informally approached state officials relative to a future LAWCON /L.C.M.R. acquisition grant (Fiscal Year 1986). Although the review is informal and unofficial, their response was generally positive towards the City's proposal for such a grant. Staff is sufficiently encouraged by the response to recommend continuation of the parkland issue study by the Consulting Park Planner and for the Advisory Commission to become better informed. Staff will be reviewing for the Commission, the current issues and thinking of the Consultant Parks Planner and staff relative to this topic. A more formal presentation is anticipated for the January Commission meeting regarding this item, assuming the study progresses smoothly. SUMMARY: In summation, staff has continued the study of the Blackhawk Park issue relative to necessary and desirable land acquisition and access from the south, preliminary concept study on park utilization, and availability of Lawcon /L.C.M.R. unding to acquire additional parkland. Director of &Recreation KV /js MEMO TO: ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION DATE: NOVEMBER 26, 1984 RE: BUILDING /STRUCTURES ANALYSIS At the December 15 meeting, the Commission agreed to be involved in the building /structures study and analysis. At the request of the Director of Parks Recreation, Dale Peterson, Chief Building Official, has agreed to be a resource person and will be available to the Commission to discuss building code requirements, materials and construction techniques. Staff has previously outlined the areas for study by the Advisory Commission. We are now proposing the following general steps in this study and analysis. Please bear in mind that these areas will overlap on each, but they are being identified as a means of establishing a process. 1. Development of first draft of architectural program and general statement of building objectives. 2. Alternative materials, construction techniques and building codes. 3. Relationships and review of other communities structures. 4. Completion of architectural program. These four steps will then serve as the chronological order for the review process. To begin the study, staff has attached two proposed worksheets to assist in the preparation of the architectural program. The first worksheet will be used to establish building objectives and purposes for each specific park structure. Programmed spaces or activities, i.e. bathrooms, warming areas, shall also be included on this worksheet. Worksheet #2 will be used to examine thee items as identified by worksheet #1 and focus on specific design qualities and needs. Members will note that the two pages go from a general observation about the building to a more specific and identifiable design criteria. After the completion of the first draft, the Commission will then look at different types of materials and other structures and be informed of the necessary code requirements. Finally, a final draft will be completed of the architectural program. This will serve as a design standard whether the Commission determines to utilize prefab buildings or architecturally designed buildings. COMMENTS: As mentioned in the packet cover memo, it appears as if the Lawcon /L.C.M.R. grant for Schwanz Lake is headed for early approval. Should this early approval become a reality, this would present an opportunity for the City to move up its development time line for the development of Schwanz Lake Park. This would include the possibility of having a park structure under construction in 1985. Staff feels that this is indeed feasible, assuming the Commission will be able to complete its study by April /May. A second comment is that staff has, except for some slight modifications, used a similar architectural program study process. It is felt that this process should be particularly adaptable to Eagan. Please be aware that members will find themselves struggling with issue overlap. This is neither bad nor good; it happens and should be recognized so as not to cause you concern. The third and final item is that in order to expedite the development of an architectural program, staff will begin to identify items in each of the worksheet categories. These comments will be general in nature and not intended to be all inclusive. It is hoped that the Commission will be able to generate most of the material recorded on these worksheets and to then prioritize them as may be appropriate. FOR COMMISSION REVIEW AND ACTION: Staff would like to present the process to the Commission and, time permitting, begin work on the architectural programs. Direct ?arks Recreation KV /js WORKSHEET #1 BUILDING TITLE: GENERAL STATEMENTS OF BUILDING OBJECTIVES, PURPOSE ACTIVITIES: WORKSHEET #2 1) ACTIVITY 2) SPACIAL CONSIDERATIONS /DESIGN CRITERIA 3) RELATIONSHIPS 4) SUGGESTED MATERIALS 5) CODE REQUIREMENTS MEMO TO: DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION, VRAA FROM: RECREATION SUPERVISOR, PETERSON DATE: NOVEMBER 16, 1984 RE: FALL RECREATION PROGRAM REPORT SENIOR CITIZENS: Over 50 senior citizens attended the November pot luck lunch. The lunch itself was delightful with an interesting variety of food and more than enough for all. The department had arranged for the Rosemount Seniors Kitchen Band for entertainment. Their performance was enthusiastically received. The seniors mailing list has grown to 90 households, with names added monthly. As with any group, there is a regular nucleus of 20 -25 people. Events as successful as the luncheon will be a positive influence on the program. SEVENTH ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARTY: This year's Halloween Party was held in the Community Room on Saturday, October 27. Approximately 175 youngsters attended, which was capacity for the room. Neighboring communities are moving toward events on Halloween night. The size and scope could be enormous. It is an alternative to be seriously considered. CHILDRENS PROGRAMS: Tiny Tots Recreational Activities: Five sections of Tiny Tots are being held. The special event for this session is a field trip to the Bell Museum of Natural History. Dance For Children: Thirty youngsters are registered. Feedback from parents is positive in nature. Fall Rollerskating: Twenty —seven children took advantage of this chaperoned trip during M.E.A.. ADULT PROGRAMS: Dog Obedience: Twenty—five individuals are participating in dog obedience training. Volleyball League Play: Six teams are included in this new activity. Trips Tours: Sixteen Eagan residents went on the two day excursion to Duluth. Another 27 went on the Betty Crocker Tour. To date, ten individuals will attend the Chimera Theatre performance of the Wizard of Oz. Plans for winter are beginning to take shape. The skating program has the largest scope. Other activities will range from cross country ski lessons to adult basketball leagues to special events such as the introduction to Schwanz Lake sliding party and picnic. MEMO TO: ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION DATE: DECEMBER 3, 1984 RE: PARKS MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES Activities in the Parks Maintenance Division have been very ambitious and productive over the last several weeks. The seasonably warm temperatures during the early part of November allowed the department to embark upon additional projects for the fall. Over 100 new and transplanted trees were disbursed to many neighborhood and community park areas. The primary focus of the tree planting program was City Hall. Other trees were planted at Cedar Pond Park, Northview, and Lexington, just to name a few locations. In addition to the transplanting of these trees, nearly all trees have been wrapped and staked at the time of this writing. Staff believes that we were able to plant a larger number of trees this fall over previous years in part because of the better temperatures but, more importantly, because of the availability of the City's own tree spade. Availability of this unit has allowed the "Forestry Department" to be flexible and react efficiently and effectively to weather allowing trees to be transplanted at appropriate time periods. Plans are underway to move additional trees from nursery areas into park locations next year, assuming seasonable spring temperatures. Routine parks maintenance work has been nearly completed this fall. A late October mowing of major parks areas was completed. Aerification to the ball field areas such as Blue Cross /Blue Shield, Rahn, etc. was also done. This complemented the earlier fertilizer program and should provide for good spring growth on these heavily used park areas. In anticipation of winter, the hockey rink at Lexington was reinstalled and many of the hockey areas were either leveled or filled in as part of our continuing program to slowly improve drainage and ponding problems associated with our hockey rinks. Unfortunately, Carnelian is one location in which major regrading will be necessary. All other hockey rinks have been checked for hockey board replacement and repair where necessary. Only minor work remains to be done before the rinks can be declared "ready" for winter use. A pesky problem with electrical lines to the rinks at Rahn Park has also been repaired. Despite late shipments of playground equipment, the department was able to install equipment at Lexington Park and is currently finishing the, installation at Peridot Path. Installation of play equipment at Lexington Park consisted of Type II Play Boosters. Staff had not installed this type of equipment before, but quickly became familiar with it to provide for a smooth and safe installation process. The main structure at the Peridot Path Park is now in place. Play elements, i.e. swing, slide, etc. need only to be hung off the main structure. Staff fully intends to try and complete this work before heavy snowfalls prohibit this work from being completed. The play perimeter will be added at the first opportunity in the spring. Miscellaneous work completed throughout the park system includes such things as sod at Gold Trail Park for slope stabilization, repair the Cedar Pond light and timer, repair of equipment, painting red and blue lines on hockey rinks, removing broken play equipment at Rahn Park, hauling in picnic tables, seeding at City Hall, berming of open skating areas, etc.. Also recently completed is the conversion of park vehicles from summer usage to winter. Much of this equipment has been winterized and placed in storage until its needed in the spring. Other pieces of equipment have been checked over and prepared for snow plowing, rink clearing, etc.. The department also has planned several alternative work projects for the parks maintenance crew when their efforts are not involved in rink maintenance. Typically maintenance crews encounter work periods, both in the fall and spring~ in which crews are not directly working on street or ice rink maintenance. During these time periods, the department has scheduled alternate work. The alternate work schedule for this year includes refurbishment of approximately 35 picnic tables, construction of six sets of soccer goals, replacement of hockey goals and assigned construction. It is expected that these projects will more than cover any expected "slack periods" generally encountered in the spring and fall. With the "skating rink season" fast approaching, members are reminded of the maintenance and clearing priorities for streets and rinks. Parks maintenance staff will again help plow streets for "snow emergencies" usually four men. (More men from Parks may result if their is sickness, etc). Remaining department staff will begin with clearing of Class A rinks, then "B" and finally "C With three men, Class A rinks should be open within a work day. Remaining sites on day 11 after a snow storm. Base ice making already underway will follow the same priorities for flooding A, B and C. Again this year, a night shift will be used during base ice making. This beg -ins Sunday, December 9. Directo of Parks Recreation KV /js AGENDA ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION EAGAN, MINNESOTA EAGAN MUNICIPAL CENTER 7:00 P.M. NOVEMBER 15, 1984 1. LANDSCAPE /SCREENING STUDY Discussion of objectives. Review of other communities policies. 2. PARKS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Discussion of Building and Structure Committees 3. CONTINUED DISCUSSION BEER /FOOD CONCESSION POLICY 4. BLEACHERS MEMO TO: ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: STEPHEN SULLIVAN, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT /PARK PLANNER DATE: NOVEMBER 12, 1284 RE: PARK BUILDINGS The current construction of Rahn Park and the scheduled spring start of grading for Capricorn and Schwanz Lake Parks marks the beginning of the park construction process. These sites will be ready for surface development within a year after grading is complete. It will be necessary for the City to have determined the type and quality of building to be set within these parks. In order to provide the most cost efficient, durable, maintenance free, aesthetic and functionally adequate building, it is necessary for the City to evaluate building alternatives. Staff believes the evaluation /analysis process should begin soon and is asking the Commission for direction as to who, besides staff, should or wants to be involved in this process. Major categories „;here decisions need to be made include: 1. FACILITIES AND USE OF THE BUILDING The primary functions of the structure need to be determined. Building functions include storage, warming area, restrooms, program space, shelter and concession. 2. BUILDING CONCEPTS /ARCHITECTURAL PROGRAM It is important to consider conceptual systems of order for the park structure prior to determining the physical system of construction early in the analysis and design process. Items for evaluation include: spacial organization: size scale proportion relationships hierarchy 4 functional organization circulation systems context: building as integrated element within natural and manmade environment I physical imagery: form space light color texture pattern Park buildings are viewed and interpreted as symbols of a park system. Repetition of design elements amongst the different park buildings can provide unity and an image throughout a city, giving the buildings and the parks system an identity. 3. THE BUILDING SITE Before one begins to design and construct a building, one should carefully consider the implications of its proposed physical context, the building site. Its geographical location, topography, climate, orientation, and peripheral conditions should influence the overall building form, its orientation and relationship to the ground plane and its interior space design and layout. These factors affect the choice of a building's structural system and the materials and construction. The correct siting of a building can also help to control natural light, heat, view, noise and other environmental elements by providing the building and its occupants with access to desirable elements and absorbing or shielding the building from these elements which may be undesirable. While most of the siting issue has already been determined by park plans, there still remains a great degree of flexibility in choosing sites. 4. BUILDING TYPE There are two alterative processes to evaluate when choosing a park structure. Factory manufactured buildings are available from numerous suppliers. The consumer is able to choose a structure from a catalog and locate walls, windows, doors, fixtures and utilities according to the design needs. The consumer is generally limited by the type and quantity of custom options available. The second alternative is custom architecturally designed buildings. It is necessary for an architectural firm to be hired, objectives and standards analyzed, concept sketches prepared, building design approved and construction drawings completed. Custom buildings provide the client the ability to explore numerous design options. This process, unlike the manufactured building, will generally cost more because of architectural fees. 5. BUILDING SYSTEMS FEATURES A building is a physical embodiment of a number of related, coordinated and integrated systems. It is important to select the correct system for the park buildings. Each system interfaces with other systems, effecting the function and final form of the building. Major building systems and features include: structural system foundation system floor system wall system roof system mechanical and electrical systems doors and windows materials moisture and thermal protection fire protection FOR COMMISSION ACTION The importance, complexity and cost of a park building warrant the necessity for detailed analysis of the aspects previously listed. In order to insure that no items are lost within this complexity, it is necessary to first determine the approach and strategy to be taken. Staff feels that before it can proceed in this analysis, direction from the Commission as to its involvement is necessary. Staff is prepared to work with the Commission as a whole or a subcommittee, and as deep into the analysis that the Commission is willing to. Landscape Architect /Park Planner SS /js