HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission - 08/12/2019 (2) AGENDA EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION
Monday, August 12, 2019 - 7:00 P.M.
PLANNING COMMISSION John Kirk, Charles Weber, Ann Higgins, Andrew Pieper, Ed
MEMBERS: Farr, Michael DeSanctis, Christopher Villarreal, Carole
Mette, Balu Iyer
STAFF MEMBERS: Julie Klima, City Planner; Rod Rue, City Engineer;
Matt Bourne, Manager of Parks and Natural Resources
I. CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -- ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
IV. MINUTES
A. Approval of the Minutes for the July 22, 2019 meeting
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. MILLER PROPERTY
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 9.73 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 9.73 acres
• Zoning District Change from R1-13.5 to R1-9.5 on 9.73 acres
• Preliminary Plat of one lot into seventeen lots on 9.73 acres
B. PARAVEL APARTMENTS
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 4.962 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 4.962 acres
• Site Plan Review on 4.962 acres
• Preliminary Plat of an outlot into one lot on 4.962 acres
C. COSTCO FUEL FACILITY EXPANSION
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development District Amendment with waivers on 18.18 acres
• Site Plan Review on 18.18 acres
VI. PLANNERS' REPORT
A. Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District Celebrate!
VII. MEMBERS' REPORTS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
ANNOTATED AGENDA
TO: Planning Commission Members
FROM: Julie Klima, City Planner
RE: Planning Commission Meeting for Monday, August 12, 2019
MONDAY,AUGUST 12, 2019 7:00 PM, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
I. CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE-ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A. MOTION: Move to approve the agenda.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MONDAY, JULY 22, 2019
MOTION: Move to approve the Planning Commission minutes dated July 22, 2019.
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. MILLER PROPERTY
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 9.73 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 9.73 acres
• Zoning District Change from R1-13.5 to R1-9.5 on 9.73 acres
• Preliminary Plat of one lot into seventeen lots on 9.73 acres
The subject property is located at 7120 Gerard Drive. The project proposes the subdivision of
a 9.7 acre property into 17 single family lots. The property is currently zoned R1-13.5 and is
proposed to be rezoned to R1-9.5. The R1-9.5 zoning allows for a maximum density of 3.5
units per acre. The project proposes a density of 1.74 units per acre. Outlot A is proposed to
be deeded to the City to preserve the wetland and wetland buffer area.
There are several PUD waivers requested for the property. Specifically, a reduction of front
yard setback from 30 feet to 25 feet; side yard setbacks of 7.5 feet on each side rather than 10
feet on one side and 5 feet on the other and minimum lot width from 70 feet and 55 feet (for
lots located on the bulb of the cul de sac) to widths as depicted in the plans.
Staff recommends approval.
MOTION 1: Move to close the public hearing.
MOTION 2: Move to recommend approval of the Planned Unit Development Concept
Review on 9.73 acres; Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 9.73
acres; Zoning District Change from R1-13.5 to R1-9.5 Zoning District and Preliminary Plat
of one lot into seventeen lots and one outlot on 9.73 acres based on Plans stamped dated
ANNOTATED AGENDA
August 12, 2019
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July 26, 2019 and the Staff Report dated August 8, 2019.
A. PARAVEL APARTMENTS
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 4.962 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 4.962 acres
• Site Plan Review on 4.962 acres
• Preliminary Plat of an outlot into one lot on 4.962 acres
The project proposes the construction of a 5 story and 7 story multi-family residential
development. The project includes 250 residential units and provides for primarily
underground parking with limited surface parking. At the time of preparation of the agenda
materials, City staff had not yet received stormwater management information necessary for
the project. Therefore, staff is recommending that the public hearing be continued to
August 26 in order to allow sufficient time for the receipt and review of submittal materials.
MOTION 1: Move to continue the public hearing to August 26, 2019.
B. COSTCO FUEL FACILITY EXPANSION
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development District Amendment with waivers on 18.18
acres
• Site Plan Review on 18.18 acres
The applicant is proposing a fuel facility expansion of the canopy to cover eight (8) new
pumps. There will be no alterations to the principal Costco building. The fuel facility
expansion will remove 11 existing parking stalls. Removal of the parking stalls will not
reduce the required parking for the site. In order to expand the fuel facility the east
ingress/egress driveway lanes will be altered. The alterations includes:
• Reduction of the length of the eastbound egress lane. The proposed configuration
reduces the egress driveway length internally. This may potentially create stacking
into the site.
• There will be a widening of the east driveway entrance at the property line, however,
the number of turning lanes for east and westbound traffic remain the same as the
current configuration.
The submitted Traffic Study indicated the proposed alterations are acceptable. Engineering
suggestion includes maintaining the length of both of the existing egress lanes on the east
driveway and including a four (4) way stop internal intersection at the east driveway. This
suggestion has was shared with the applicant. The applicant at this time has chosen to rely on
the traffic study and not incorporate the suggestion.
This is an internal traffic issue on a private site. City staff has conveyed the internal
circulation concern to the applicant. The applicant is relying on the prepared traffic study. In
internal traffic concern will not affect the ingress/egress point where traffic enters the public
road. Staff, therefore, recommends approval of the proposed PUD and site plan.
ANNOTATED AGENDA
August 12, 2019
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MOTION 1: Move to close the public hearing.
MOTION 2: Move to recommend approval of the Planned Unit Development District
Review with waivers on 18.18 acres and Site Plan Review on 18.18 acres based on Plans
stamped dated July 22, 2019 and the Staff Report dated August 7, 2019.
VII. PLANNERS' REPORT
A. Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District Celebrate!
VIII. MEMBERS' REPORT
IX. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Move to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting.
UNAPPROVED MINUTES
EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION
MONDAY, JULY 22, 2019 7:00 PM—CITY CENTER
Council Chambers
8080 Mitchell Road
COMMISSION MEMBERS: John Kirk, Charles Weber, Ann Higgins, Andrew
Pieper, Ed Farr, Michael DeSanctis, Christopher
Villarreal, Carole Mette, Balu Iyer
CITY STAFF: Julie Klima, City Planner; Rod Rue, City Engineer;
Kristin Harley, Recording Secretary
CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER
Chair Pieper called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE —ROLL CALL
Commission member Villarreal was absent.
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: DeSanctis moved, seconded by Kirk to approve the agenda. MOTION
CARRIED 8-0.
IV. MINUTES
MOTION: Iyer moved, seconded by Kirk to approve the minutes of July 8, 2019.
MOTION CARRIED 8-0.
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. PARKS REZONING
Request for:
• Rezone City owned parks and open space parcels that are not currently
zoned as such to Parks/Open Space
Klima presented the PowerPoint and the staff report. The purpose was to bring the
zoning in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan for more appropriate and
consistent regulations. The timeline showed the City adopted a Park and Open
Space Zoning District in 2017. The City proposed to rezone City-owned parks,
Conservation areas, and special use areas, which included 35 parks, one special
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use area, and 15 conservation areas. This would involve no physical changes and
would not affect adjacent property, and thus would not affect the valuation of
adjacent private properties. The rezoning restricted uses to those related to parks
and open space and further ensured that these areas would remain park and open
space. She described the public outreach and review process: notices were sent to
approximately 9,200 residents within 500 feet of the affected properties, and these
same residents received the notice of the public hearing this night. Approximately
100 residents attended an informational meeting on June 3, 2019 and staff fielded
approximately 50 phone calls. The City Council Public Hearing would be
scheduled for August 13, 2019. She displayed the rezoning map and the updated
version which identified each affected property by number with a legend of names
and the current zoning for each. In response to residents' request to understand
setback requirements, Klima displayed a series of tables correlating the current
zoning to the future setback requirement.
Weber asked if residents would notice anything physically changed to the parks,
and if this change would make it more likely to retain the parks as they were.
Klima replied there would not be visible changes; only the zoning on the map
would change. Any improvements would follow a separate process. This zoning
change would preserve park spaces and would restrict uses allowed in commercial
or industrial zones.
Tom Oakes, an Eden Prairie resident, asked if new development would be
allowed in the vicinity of the parks and also inquired as population increases if the
City would acquire more park and open space. Klima replied any property
privately owned would be governed by the Comprehensive Plan and would follow
the usual development process. The proposed zoning change would not affect the
adjacent properties. Bourne added Cedar Hills Park was the last planned active
use park to be acquired. The might be more conservation areas acquired in the
future but there were no plans for more active use parks in Eden Prairie at this
time.
Eapen Chacko, of 6722 Boyd Avenue, asked the definition of a conservation area
versus park, and if a conservation area was to be turned into a park, what would
happen to that land. Klima replied the proposed rezoning for Parks and Open
Space listed all of the permitted uses, including active parks and conservation
areas. There would be no change due to the rezoning. No conservation area would
be made into a park and all existing restrictions would remain the same.
MOTION: Kirk moved, seconded by Weber to close the public hearing.
MOTION CARRIED 8-0.
Kirk commended this zoning change as a positive step to protect the land in Eden
Prairie that residents valued. Pieper noted this would define and clarify the current
land uses without any change to them.
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MOTION: Kirk moved, seconded by Weber to recommend approval of the
zoning district change from Rural, Public, R1-13.5, R1-9.5, RM-6.5, RM-2.5, I-
Gen, Office, and Community Commercial to Park and Open Space Zoning
District based on the staff report dated July 15, 2019. MOTION CARRIED 8-0.
B. VARIANCE #2019-03
Request for:
• Monument sign height of 23 feet 9 inches. City Code is 20 feet maximum
height
• Monument sign setback of 6.4 feet. City Code is 20 feet maximum
• Monument sign(s) size greater than 80 square feet. City Code is 80 sq. ft.
maximum
Laren Holcomb presented a PowerPoint and detailed the application. He was
representing Southwest Stations Association which included three properties. The
Southwest Station signage was removed as part of the LRT construction, and the
former Santorini sign would be removed as part of the new retail sign
construction. The current sign was not properly located for visibility and no
longer fit the aesthetics of the area. The proposed new sign would advertise the
six tenants in the building. The variance request was for both the sign size and the
size of the base. He displayed an elevation view showing the sign in context,
visible from the Prairie Center Drive and the exit ramp of Highway 212. He also
displayed an overhead view with the sign's location.
Holcomb was also seeking variances for the Southwest Station Retail monument
sign. He displayed renderings showing the signs in context, with the monument
sign beside a walkway leading to a public plaza,with apartments in the
background, and from Prairie center Drive. He displayed an overhead view with
the location of this sign as well, and the design of the public plaza with the sign's
location.
Pieper asked for the height of the Santorini sign. Holcomb replied it was 20 feet
tall. DeSanctis asked what wind speed the sign would tolerate. Holcomb replied
the sign was an aluminum box construction with helical piers engineered by a
signage company that completed the appropriate calculations to accommodate the
area soils but did not specifically know the wind speed. Klima added the Building
Official has been working with the applicant and the sign contractor.
Farr asked where the stoplight traffic signal sat in relation to the sign. Holcomb
displayed the overhead view and pointed out the location though he could not
estimate the distance. Farr noted there was a 50-foot setback requirement from a
traffic light according to zoning code. He asked how the applicant determined the
sign size. Holcomb replied he relied on the sign vendor using the Santorini sign as
a template. Farr noted most vendors would use two but not three lines of text.
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Holcomb replied he would not brand individual tenants, and individual logos
would not be included. Fan noted there was a limit of 50-100 feet for visibility
and there was a potential downsize considering traffic speeds. With volunteers he
had tested timed readings of the sign and it took 15-20 seconds to read the text.
Though he approved of the design the quantity of signs was a concern considering
this area was one of the busiest sections in Eden Prairie. Holcomb replied each
tenant would be given an equal opportunity to be represented on the sign which
was also not being charged to the tenants. Fan asked for the total signage
package. Holcomb replied there would be two additional blade signs on the
Elevate building. Fan asked if he planned to work with Southwest Transit on the
parking ramp signage. Holcomb replied there was no other sign planned at the
entrance of the Southwest Station.
Rue stated the traffic signal sat before the bridge displayed on the overhead view.
Its location was just before the parapet wall on the bridge. The mast arm was in
front of the bridge. Fan read from the zoning ordinance the proper placement and
setback of 50 feet of any traffic sign or signal for visibility and to avoid
distracting drivers. Rue replied the sign would be at least 60 feet from the signal
pole. He agreed the area was busy but the sign was appropriately situated.
Mette concurred with Farr's concerns with more signage in this busy area.
However, she agreed the consolidated sign was the best solution. She agreed with
keeping tenant signage black and white,but stated there was a case to be made for
the use of logos, since they were more easily recognized than reading text. She
added the Elevate at Southwest Station sign's color(gray and white)might not
have enough contrast for easy reading,particularly during the daytime, and
suggested black and white instead. She asked how it related to the height of the
tracks. Holcomb replied the sign was above the elevation of the tracks.
Mette noted the wall below the Elevate sign along Prairie Center Drive and asked
if the retail tenants would be allowed a sign on Prairie Center Drive. Holcomb
replied they would not. Mette suggested he keep in mind that with this many
tenants it was likely to have more or fewer tenants down the road. The sign
cabinet could be changed but the sign might need flexibility, which this sign
design seemed to have.
Iyer agreed with Fan on the potential for distraction. He noted even the use of
logos might take time for people to adjust. He suggested adjusting the setbacks to
protect pedestrians in case of a fall of the sign. Holcomb replied a fall was
unlikely with proper engineering helical piers. Fan noted the renderings showing
the middle of the signs with vertical text were reversed in direction from other
renderings showing the bottom-up orientation,which he preferred, and he
suggested the applicant strive for consistency and use the bottom-up orientation
throughout.
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Klima presented the staff report. The variance requests were three: sign size, sign
base size, and sign height. City Code did allow offsite signage in the case of a
PUD. The goal was to consolidate signage. If the variances were not requested
and the applications did comply, the result would be four different signs being
erected. She stated the variances met the three-part test and staff recommended
approval. Exhibit H did show the proposed location and a setback was not
necessarily applicable within a right-of-way. There was an encroachment
agreement in place to address the plaza area.
DeSanctis noted a 65 Kelvin LED system would be used for illumination and
asked if there were specific times when the sign would not be illuminated. Klima
replied City Code did not regulate illumination signs that were not dynamic signs.
DeSanctis asked if any residents were in line of sign and if there would be any
light intrusions. Holcomb replied the back side of the sign where most residents
live would not be lit. Mette asked for and received clarification each variance
allowed a sign base of 40 feet and each allowed an 80-square-foot sign; the square
footage was not cumulative. Klima stated the Elevate parcel would be allowed a
second sign at 36 square feet with a base half of that. With the application, 276
square feet cumulative versus 530 square feet was being proposed.
Farr asked if the utility company could say no to the easement. Rue replied the
utilities were in place and the sign would be in the right-of-way so there would be
a permit. The applicant was placing the sign where there were not utilities, but he
would have to avoid utilities or relocate them in the future,probably at the
applicant's expense. Farr asked if the two driveways at the Southwest Station area
would need signage. Klima replied the City did not anticipate a PUD application
to address the LRT improvements on site. As a courtesy Southwest Transit and
the Metropolitan Council brought forward plans for the proposed parking ramp
for feedback. The Project office had not provided final rendering of the proposed
signage but it would be forthcoming. There was not enough information to know
what kind of signage would be proposed as a part of the LRT project. Kirk noted
there would likely be signage at the far driveway, but this question was far
removed and hopefully the Planning Commission would have a chance to review
it. Mette asked if there was a sign on the west side of the Culver's if that would be
part of the PUD. Klima replied the Culver's site was a part of the PUD. Farr
stated he did not see in the ordinance a limit to the number of multi-tenant sign
messages and wanted to know the maximum number to be considered in the
future. Klima replied the sign ordinance did not provide a specific number limit
and this was a self-regulating system based on sign requirements. This project
was within TOD designation and so this was a different set of circumstances. It
might be to the City's advantage to remain flexible rather than offer prescriptive
limitations.
Kirk stated this was an interesting and positive discussion breaking new
boundaries. He commended the design and the consolidation.
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MOTION: Farr moved, seconded by Kirk to close the public hearing. MOTION
CARRIED 8-0.
Pieper agreed with Farr's and Kirk's and Mette's points that this would be a
significant change to this area.
Farr approved of the consolidation and had no issue with its height but was
concerned with a vehicular- rather than a pedestrian-orientated design. He
suggested placing the Elevate sign 100 feet from the traffic sign. He added this
was part of a larger important discussion. Mette stated Farr made a good point but
agreed with the sign's location. She noted it was a large sign but could change in
context of the LRT bridge. Kirk agreed with Mette and commended the sign's
design. Pieper replied he would rather have pedestrians crane their necks than
sacrifice the visibility from cars. Mette added this did not have the small-town
pedestrian scale. Farr asked if the applicant considered the opportunity for
relocating signage further west. Holcomb replied he did consider that along with
many options along Technology Drive. DeSanctis stated he was concerned about
this confluence of pedestrian and vehicular traffic, especially for residents with
disabilities, children, the elderly, et cetera. He asked if it was possible to reduce
the speed limit on Prairie Center Drive. Rue stated there would not be much
support for that. Discussion followed on the value of a lowered speed limit. Pieper
noted this was a separate discussion from the variances presently before the
commission.
MOTION: Weber moved, seconded by Higgins to approve Variance#2019-03
based on information contained in the staff dated July 15, 2019 and the findings
and conditions of Final Order#2019-03. MOTION CARRIED 8-0.
VI. PLANNERS' REPORT
VII. MEMBERS' REPORTS
Farr suggested the commission review the signage code for other influences on the public
way and residents; cone of vision from a car, speed limits of drivers, number of messages
per sign, and proximity to other potentially distracting elements. Pieper agreed this would
be a valuable discussion. Higgins noted this site of Variance #2019-03 was a unique
place in the City due to its confluence of activities. Kirk concurred.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Weber moved, seconded by DeSanctis to adjourn. MOTION CARRIED 8-
0. The meeting was adjourned at 8:28 p.m.
STAFF REPORT
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Julie Klima, City Planner
DATE: August 8, 2019
SUBJECT: Miller Property/Highland Oaks
LOCATION: 7120 Gerard Drive
GUIDING: Low Density Residential
ZONING: R1-13.5
REQUESTED
ZONING: R 1-9.5
REQUEST: • Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 9.73 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 9.73 acres
• Zoning District Change from R1-13.5 to R1-9.5 on 9.73 acres
• Preliminary Plat of one lot into 17 lots and one outlot on 9.73 acres
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The applicant is proposing to extend a public street off of Gerard Drive into the property as a cul de
sac. A second cul de sac would provide access to 5 of the lots. The lots within the plat range in size
from 10,200 square feet to 31,800 square feet in size. The average lot size within the development is
14,815 square feet. All lots within the proposed development meet and exceed the minimum lot size
for the proposed zoning district. Outlot A preserves the wetland area and wetland buffer area and
will be deeded to the City. The proposed density of the project is 1.74 units per acre.
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WAIVERS
The purpose of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) as stated in the City Code is to provide for a
more creative and efficient approach to the use of land within the City;to allow variety in the types
of environment available to people and distribution of overall density of population and intensity of
land use where desirable and feasible; and provide for greater creativity and flexibility in
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environmental design. The applicant is requesting the following waivers:
A. Minimum Lot Width
City Code requires a minimum lot width of 70 feet in the R1-9.5 Zoning District. Lots that
are located on entirely on the arc of a cul de sac have a minimum lot width requirement of 55
feet at the right of way line. The applicant is requesting a waiver to the minimum lot width to
several of the proposed lots as depicted in the proposed plans. Lot widths on the cul de sacs
range from 34 to 60 feet and on the remaining lots from 64 to 70 feet. The applicant shall
provide the City with the exact lot width measurements of each lot at the right of way prior to
review by the City Council.
B. Minimum Lot Width on a Corner Lot
City Code requires a minimum lot width of 85 feet for corner lots in the R1-9.5 Zoning
District. The width of Lot 3 along Tranquility Circle is proposed at 72.47 feet and 56.25 feet
along Highland Oaks Court.
C. Front Yard Setback
City Code requires a minimum 30 foot front yard setback in the R1-9.5 Zoning District. The
applicant is requesting a 25 foot front yard setback for all of the lots. The proposed setback
would provide for an increase in back yard area and distance from existing homes in adjacent
neighborhoods.
D. Side Yard Setback
The R1-9.5 Zoning District requires a minimum 5 foot side yard setback with a total of 15 feet
with both sides. The applicant is proposing a minimum 7.5 foot side yard setback on each
side for a total of 15 feet with both sides for all of the lots.
TREE REPLACEMENT
The tree replacement requirement for the proposed project is 548 caliper inches. The proposed trees
used to meet this requirement are intended to compensate for the loss of significant and heritage trees
due to grading and construction on the site. The Tree Replacement Plan meets the requirement and
includes 548 caliper inches of trees for tree replacement. All of the proposed trees on the Planting
Plan are being counted toward tree replacement. Prior to City Council review of the proposed
project, the Tree Replacement Plan and Tree Survey shall be revised to consistently identify the
planting of 176 trees at 3 caliper inches and 5 trees at 4 caliper inches.
OUTLOT A
The applicant is proposing to deed the land shown as Outlot A for preservation of the wetland and
wetland buffer areas.
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BUILDING LAYOUT
The applicant has provided a potential layout of the homes on the lots. The proposed layout provides
some variety in the view from the street by including side loaded garages on the homes and flipping
the floor plans of the homes so the garages are not all on the same side of the homes.
DRAINAGE
The applicant is providing for stormwater management on site.A stormwater basin is proposed to be
located in Outlot A. The outlot will be deeded to City. In addition, several filtration and infiltration
basins will be constructed on the property to address stormwater treatment. The applicant has been
working with the Watershed District to address both City and Watershed District requirements.
INCLUSIONARY HOUSING
No affordability or inclusionary housing requirements are recommended to be applied to the
project, as the suitability of such requirements for this type of for-sale owner-occupied housing
are to be considered and addressed by the City's recently formed Housing Task Force.
NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING
The applicant held a neighborhood meeting on June 12, 2019. Based on feedback from the
applicant,85 property owners were notified of the meeting and 10 persons were in attendance. The
City has received several communications from residents within the vicinity of the proposed project.
Those communications have been attached for the Commissions reference.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of the following request:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 9.73 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 9.73 acres
• Zoning District Change from R1-13.5 to R1-9.5 on 9.73 acres
• Preliminary Plat of one lot into 17 lots and one outlot on 9.73 acres
This is based on plans stamp dated July 26, 2019, staff report dated August 8, 2019 and the
following conditions:
1. Prior to the 1st reading before the City Council, the applicant shall:
A. Provide lot widths for each of the lots measured at the right of way line.
B. The Tree Replacement Plan and Tree Survey shall be revised to consistently
identify the planting of 176 trees at 3 caliper inches and 5 trees at 4 caliper inches.
2. Prior to Final Plat approval, the applicant shall
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A. Submit detailed storm water runoff,utility and erosion control plans for review by
the City Engineer and Watershed District.
3. Prior to land alteration permit issuance, the applicant shall:
A. Submit detailed storm water runoff,wetland,utility, street and erosion control
plans for review and approval by the City Engineer.
B. Submit a tree replacement letter of credit, or escrow surety equivalent to 150% of
the cost of the tree replacement.
C. Obtain and provide documentation of Watershed District approval.
D. Notify the City and Watershed District 48 hours in advance of grading.
E. Install erosion control at the grading limits of the property for review and approval
by the City.
4. Prior to building permit issuance for the property, the applicant shall:
A. Pay the appropriate cash park fees.
B. Provide recorded copies of any Home Owner Association documents or private
covenants and agreements to the City following recording of the final plat.
5. The following waivers have been granted through the PUD District Review for the project as
indicated in the plans stamp dated January 22, 2019.
A. Minimum Lot Width -City Code requires a minimum lot width of 70 feet in the R1-
9.5 Zoning District. The Waiver allows for lot width at the right of way line as shown
on the plans.
B. Minimum Lot Width on a Corner Lot-City Code requires a minimum lot width of
85 feet for corner lots in the R1-9.5 Zoning District. The Waiver allows a width of
Lot 3 along Tranquility Circle at 72.47 feet and 56.25 feet along Highland Oaks
Court.
C. Front Yard Setback- City Code requires a minimum 30 foot front yard setback in
the R1-9.5 Zoning District. The Waiver allows a 25 foot front yard setback for all of
the lots.
D. Front Yard Setback along Stable Path for Lot 8,Block 2 - City Code requires a
minimum 30 foot front yard setback in the R1-9.5 Zoning District. The Waiver
allows a minimum 10 foot front yard setback along Stable Path for Lot 8, Block 2
E. Side Yard Setback- The R1-9.5 Zoning District requires a minimum 5 foot side yard
setback with a total of 15 feet with both sides. The Waiver allows a minimum 7.5
foot side yard setback on each side for a total of 15 feet with both sides for all of the
lots.
6. All signage shall require review and approval of a sign permit and shall comply with
Section 11.70.
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Planning Commission
Attention; Judie Klima
81:118.0 Mitchell Road
Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2230
R.ga rd ing Planning Commission Public Flea ring for Miller Property (17 detached single-family
harries).
Planning Commission:
Last RI rn mer we heard in great detail about how a single new employee at Nine Mile Creek
Watershed District, through their daily routine, world put additional strain on the roads and
traffic flow of our To purl ew neighborhood. The proposal to build 17 single family homes, in a
large parcel that presently has a single home, is going seemingly unnoticed.
Traffic flow, The only route in and out of the Miller Property is Gerard Drive to Roberts Trail_
The road is already busy. There are hills at the intersection of Gerard Drive & Roberts Trail and
the sharp orner at the intersection of Gerard Drive & Gori I ea Lane. The traffic naturally goes
faster downhill. The bottom of the hill is the intersection of Gerard Drive 6. Beehive Court_ This
will ultimately become worse as a significant number of vehicles are put into play.
Pedestrian Safety_ As the parent of two elementary school children this is a critical issue. This
n elghbo rho NI has rrn sidewalks_ The only way to get to and from school bus stops, go for bike
rides.. get to parks, and go for a walk, is to walk ill the street_ This is a residential neighborhood
that would have to re-zoned to al'ow for a higher density housing alternative,
i reg4res# your reconsideration deratiori of this issue_ It not only effects the quality of life for the area
residents, but the safety of those lives.
Thank you, for your consideration r
Timothy Kujetin
13173 Beehive Court
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From: Marilyn Rasmussen.
Sent: Wednesday, August 07, 2019 10:18 AM
To: Julie Klima
Subject: Miller Property
Morning,
I have some concerns about the development with 17 homes being added. What is the city going to do for the safety of
walkers on Gerard with the increase of traffic?There are no sidewalks! Also crossing Roberts to Gerard is a challenge at
times, adding 17 homes with drivers will add to that.
I am questioning the number of homes the city is allowing.
Marilyn Rasmussen
Sent from my iPhone
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STORMOEN QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS REGARDING
WOODDALE BUILDERS APPLICATION TO REZONE AND DEVELOP
MILLER PROPERTY AT 7120 GERARD DRIVE (2019-13)
PAGE 1 of 3
DENSITY
Question: Why is there a need to rezone and increase the density of housing in our
neighborhood?
• The proposed lot sizes, shape, and density of the project are not in keeping
with the rest of the neighborhood.
• Do the 9.73 acres of this project include land that is unbuildable and, if so,
how many acres of buildable land exist?
• Three sides of the perimeter of the property slope steeply to a ravine,
wetlands, and Cardinal Creek homes.
TRAFFIC
Question: Will a traffic study be completed as part of this approval process?
• According to the minutes of the August 23, 2010, Planning Commission
meeting, two traffic studies were completed to evaluate the impact of the
rezoning of Barbara Kaerwar's single-family residence to allow Nine Mile
Creek Watershed District to acquire the property and relocate its
administrative offices to the property. The analysis was based on the
expected number of employees (2-3 FTEs) contributing to 7-10 daily trips,
which was considered to be in line with the average for a single-family home.
Based on this 2010 traffic analysis,with the addition of 16 single-family
dwellings to the existing Miller property there would be an increase of
between 112 and 160 daily trips to negatively impact the safety and
enjoyment of our neighborhood.
In the January 2, 2018 meeting of the City Council, Nine Mile Creek
Watershed District requested and received approval from the Council to
increase the number of employees from three to five FTEs and the number of
Board of Managers evening meetings per year from sixteen to twenty
meetings. To address concerns related to additional traffic, Council member
Case stated that he thought that there would be fewer trips made by the
additional employees than if as many as 13 single family homes had been
built on the property.
STORMOEN QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS REGARDING
WOODDALE BUILDERS APPLICATION TO REZONE AND DEVELOP
MILLER PROPERTY AT 7120 GERARD DRIVE (2019-13)
PAGE 2 of 3
In the same meeting, Council member Nelson stated that she could see Nine
Mile growing to five employees,but would not expect them to return for
approval of more because five employees is pushing it.
Also in the same meeting, Mayor Tyra-Lukens stated that a change in zoning
was not something to be considered lightly, but an exception was made for
Barbara Kaerwar's donation of her property to Nine Mile because of the
relatively low intensity of use by the watershed district that would not result
in a huge increase in trips through the neighborhood.
• What consideration is being given to adding stops signs and/or speed bumps
to control traffic? Traffic moving at excessive speeds is already a problem on
Gerard Drive.
• Traffic control at the intersection of Gerard and Roberts Drives will need to
be addressed. Sight lines are already an issue at this intersection because of
the hills and curves of Roberts Drive. Additionally, Roberts Drive is
commonly used by motorists traveling between Baker and Topview Roads as
a short-cut alternative to using Valley View Road.
• There frequently is a back-up of outbound traffic at the intersection of
Topview and Valley View Roads, particularly during morning rush hour.
SAFETY
Question: What is the City's plan to ensure the safety of the residents of the
Topview neighborhood from significant increases in traffic that will occur if this
project is approved?
• The Topview neighborhood has no sidewalks. An increase in traffic will have
a significant negative impact on the safety of pedestrians and bicyclists, many
of whom are children. Our streets are frequently used by residents from our
neighborhood as well as from Candyland for bicycling, leisure walks, exercise
walks and runs, and for access to the Nine Mile Creek wetland trail.
DEFORESTATION
Question: How many trees will be removed and how long will it take for any newly-
planted trees to mature to a significant size?
STORMOEN QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS REGARDING
WOODDALE BUILDERS APPLICATION TO REZONE AND DEVELOP
MILLER PROPERTY AT 7120 GERARD DRIVE (2019-13)
PAGE 3 of 3
• The proposed project plan includes the removal of a significant number of
trees and also includes removal of five feet of soil from the high point of the
lot in order to level the parcel.
• In the January 2, 2018 meeting of the City Council, as part of the Nine Mile
Creek Watershed District discussion, concerns were expressed about the
deforestation that has taken place on the property granted to Nine Mile by
Barbara Kaerwar. Council member Aho (who is a resident of the Topview
neighborhood) stated that there are a lot of people who are not pleased
about the amount of vegetation removed for the Nine Mile Creek restoration
project.
STORM WATER RUN-OFF AND SNOW REMOVAL
Question: What infrastructure will the City build to handle storm water run-off, and
how will snow removal be handled?
• Beehive Court and southbound Gerard Drive currently experience a river of
water, rocks, and landscape materials being washed downhill during heavy
rain storms.
• The absence of a street drain at the top of Gerard Drive is currently an issue
that will worsen with the addition of two cul-de-sacs and 17 new homes,
each with its own paved driveway.
PROPERY TAXES
Question: Will the addition of luxury homes to our neighborhood increase the
property tax burden of existing homeowners?
Steve and Gretchen Stormoen
13077 Beehive Court
Eden Prairie, MN 55346
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To the Honorable: Mayor Ron Case, Council Members: Brad Aho, Mark Freiberg, PG Narayanan, and Kathy Nelson.
Hello, my name is Maria Ringsmuth and I wanted to express my concerns about the proposed Miler Development.
Our family moved to Beehive Court in 2008 because we thought we found the perfect home for easy access to the many
hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation care facilities needed for our son Eddy, (now age 32 yrs) who has a Traumatic Brain Injury
from a tragic ski accident when he was just 18 yrs. If I had known the beautiful tree buffer between our home and the
Miller Family would be clear-cut and 40-45 tons of ground removed to place 17 homes N I would never have moved here.
We live next to wonderful, caring, supportive neighbors, Bob &Jennifer Prince who introduced us to a 3-wheel reclining
bike that our son can manage as he is partially paralyzed on the left-side of his body but he can still bike. I hate to think
of the increased traffic with 17-homes and all the cars associated with those units and our Eddy out on the streets trying
to get exercise. It would become too dangerous.
Eddy has a cognitive level between 8-12 yrs but he understands the loss of wildlife if the proposed development passes.
We currently see so many friends each day(deer, fox, mink, muskrats, turkeys, squirrels, rabbits, hawks, owls and an
abundance of common birds) that come to our backyard because of the Miller Property quiet homesite. We love the
Miller's old trees. We know the develoer would plant a new tree buffer but it's impossible to recreate the magnificent,
current tree buffer.
I have empathy for the neighbor living at the entrance of the Miller Property that will endure 18 to 24 months of trucks,
heavy-building equipment, tractors, building materials that will drive by the corner property. That home will be impacted
by the increased traffic during the building process as well as the continual flow of traffic after development. My question
to Mayor Case and each Council Member is: "Would you like to live next to a corner street and go from 1-2 cars passing
by your home when Jerry and Mary Miller lived there to 17 new home owners and all their cars?" It seems unfair.
I know we must embrace change. I used to work at Apple Computer before I had children " I used to pull all the emails
for the Regional Office once a day!
This change to our neighborhood is heart breaking. I have a ray of hope for a hero on the Council, Kathy Nelson.
I watched Kathy and heard her, everyone in the room could hear Kathy even out in the hallway, at a Council Meeting,
about a year or so ago when the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District(neighbors) wanted to increase zoning for more
employees. She told the Nine Mile Creek Representative that she would vote in favor of the small increase, but like a
football coach, told them to never come back to the council for an increase in zoning. Hooray Council Member
Kathy Nelson.
Suggestion: Would the developer consider a request to reduce the number of home units in a way to preserve the park
like atmosphere of the Miller Property and yet maintain the profit margin needed in developing the site. Rather than
remove most of the trees, would you consider keeping the tree buffer that every adjoining neighbor loves. The new
home owners would love the tree buffer as much as we do now. We would not see the new home owners and the new
home owners would not see us. That would be a win and win and a memorial to the Miller's vision of peace and quiet.
Thank you for hearing me out and for your patience in considering all our requests and serving the City.
N Maria Ringsmuth
13166 Beehive Ct, Eden Prairie MN 55346
612-272-4124 mringsmuth@cfaith.com
We need to think of others not Just ourselves. Help me understand what it's like to walk a mile
in your shoes and I'll help you understand what it's like to walk a mile in mine.
STAFF REPORT
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Steve Durham—Planner II
DATE: August 7, 2019
SUBJECT: Costco Fuel Facility Expansion
LOCATION: 12011 Technology Drive
REQUEST: • Planned Unit Development District Amendment with waivers on
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BACKGROUND
The property received site plan and Planned Unit Development(PUD)approvals in 2003 prior to the
development of the property. The applicant is requesting an expansion of the fuel facility for eight
additional (8) pumps located on the northern portion of the site. Currently the fuel facility has 16
Staff Report—Costco Fuel Facility Expansion
August 7, 2019
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pumps. The existing Costco site plan includes a retail building of 144,626 square feet and 782
parking stalls. Waivers granted in 2003 included:
• Impervious surface of 77% in a shoreland area. Maximum impervious surface is 30%.
• Wall sign area for the principal building exceeding 300 square feet,maximum is 300 square
feet.
The Comprehensive Guide Plan designates the property for Regional Commercial land use. The
property is zoned Commercial Regional Service.
The surrounding land uses are guided Industrial to the north, Town Center to the east, Regional
Commercial to the south, and Office to the east.
Surrounding properties are zoned Industrial, Commercial Regional Service and Office.
SITE PLAN
The site plan and PUD waivers review proposes changes to the fuel facility, immediate adjacent
property surrounding the fuel facility and the east ingress and egress driveway. The west
ingress/egress driveway will not change,but a waiver for the existing driveway width at the property
is part of this review.There will be no alterations to the existing retail building or parking lot.Costco
proposes to increase the fuel expansion facility by eight(8)pumping stations. The existing canopy
will expand and architecturally match the existing structure. Highlights of the expansion include:
• Removal of 11 parking stalls adjacent to the fuel facility.The site exceeds City Code parking
requirements by 59 parking stalls.Code required five stalls per/1000 square feet of building.
The site will maintain a 5.3 stalls per/1000 square feet.In addition,existing parking stalls are
provided at 10' wide. Code minimum is 9'wide.
• To accommodate the new fuel pumps reconfiguration of two outbound drive lanes on the east
driveway to provide a shortened east bound egress lane.
• Proposed impervious surface will be 75% and not exceed the approved waiver of 77%
waiver.
• Loss of five (5) deciduous trees, that is, 31 caliper inches, and replaced with 16 deciduous
trees measuring 32 caliper inches.
• Minor grading is associated with the proposed improvements.
INTERNAL CIRCULATION (ENGINEERING)
In order to create room to expand the pump stations, the east driveway is being altered from its
existing condition, which includes an inbound lane and two (2) approximately 220' in length
dedicated right and left turn outbound lanes, to a proposed condition with one shared outbound
lane which includes a 60' right turn lane thus reducing the right turn lane by approximately 160'.
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Staff has expressed concern with this proposed condition and how it may affect internal queueing
as the traffic study points out that the outbound left turn decreases in level of service. Because of
this and the potential for this site to generate high levels of traffic not captured in the study, staff
recommended additional internal changes to allow the proposed conditions to match the existing
conditions related to turn lane length. The applicant has not made the suggested changes. Staff is
still recommending approval without these changes, but will not welcome discussions of future
improvements to Technology Drive if staff assumptions were correct. Any future modifications
to address these concerns would be the responsibility of the propeorty owner.
Staff would also like to note a concern with the alignment of the internal intersection of the
outbound lane and the gas pump exit lane. This 3-way stop controlled intersection requires
inbound vehicles with no stop sign control to abruptly change lanes within this intersection to
avoid the exiting vehicles facing them.
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT WAIVERS
The applicant is requesting waivers for driveway width at the property line. City code maximum
driveway width at the property line is 30'. The request is forty-eight feet(48') on the east
ingress/egress driveway and forty feet(40') on the west ingress/egress driveway. This is an
existing condition.
SIDEWALKS AND TRAILS
The proposed revised sidewalk and trail access points meet current ADA requirements.
LIGHTING
The site plan meets code requirements of 0.5-foot candle at the property line. No changes are
proposed and no new parking lot lighting be installed.
SIGNS
All signs proposed on fuel facility canopy will require review and approval through the sign permit
process and are required to meet code.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of the following request:
1. Planned Unit Development District Amendment with waivers on 18.18 acres
2. Site Plan Review on 18.18 acres
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August 7, 2019
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This recommendation is based on plans stamp dated July 22, 2019 and staff report dated August
7, 2019 and the following conditions:
Prior to City Council review, the proponent shall:
1. Provide a Title Commitment not less than 6 months old.
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STAFF REPORT
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Julie Klima, City Planner
DATE: August 8, 2019
SUBJECT: Paravel Apartments/Castle Ridge Redevelopment Phase II
LOCATION: 635 Prairie Center Drive
APPLICANT: Timberland Partners
OWNERS: Presbyterian Homes
120 DAY REVIEW:November 18, 2019
REQUEST: 1. Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 4.962 acres
2. Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 4.962 acres
3. Site Plan Review on 4.962 acres
4. Preliminary Plat of an outlot into 1 lot on 4.962 acres
BACKGROUND
The applicant is proposing to construct a 7 story and 5 story multi-family apartment building at 635
Prairie Center Drive. This development is the second phase of the overall redevelopment of the
Presbyterian Homes property. The Broadmoor Apartments are currently located on the property and
would be removed as part of the redevelopment.
The site is zoned RM-2.5 and is guided in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan as High Density Residential
and in the 2040 draft Comprehensive Plan as Mixed Use.
At the time of preparing the agenda materials for the August 12 Planning Commission meeting,staff
had not yet received stormwater management information necessary for the project. Therefore,staff
is recommending that the public hearing be continued to August 26 to allow sufficient time for
receipt and review of submittal materials.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the public hearing be continued to August 26, 2019 to allow sufficient time
for receipt and review of submittal materials.
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PROJECT PROFILE - AUGUST 12, 2019
PLANNING COMMISSION - AUGUST 12, 2019
1. MILLER PROPERTY/HIGHLAND OAKS (2019-13)by Wooddale Builders (JULIE)
Proposal for 17 detached single-family homes
Location: 7120 Gerard Dr.
Contact: Steve Schwieters, 952-345-0543
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 9.73 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 9.73 acres
• Zoning District Change from R1-13.5 to R1-9.5 on 9.73 acres
• Preliminary Plat of one lot into seventeen lots and one outlot on 9.73 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 06/07/19 Notice to Paper Date 07/24/19 Notice to Paper Date 00/00/19
Date Complete 07/08/19 Resident Notice Date 07/26/19 Resident Notice Date 00/00/19
120 Day Deadline 11/04/19 Meeting Date 08/12/19 lst Meeting Date 00/00/19
Initial DRC review 06/13/19 2nd Meeting Date 00/00/19
2. PARAVEL APARTMENTS (2019-11)by Timberland Partners (JULIE)
Proposal for a 246-unit multi family community as Phase 2 of the Castle Ridge redevelopment project.
Location: 635 Prairie Center Dr.
Contact: Robert Fransen, 952-843-2040
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 4.962 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 4.962 acres
• Site Plan Review on 4.962 acres
• Preliminary Plat of an outlot into one lot on 4.962 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 05/20/19 Notice to Paper Date 07/24/19 Notice to Paper Date 00/00/19
Date Complete 07/22/19 Resident Notice Date 07/26/19 Resident Notice Date 00/00/19
120 Day Deadline 11/18/19 Meeting Date 08/12/19 1"Meeting Date 00/00/19
Initial DRC review 05/30/19 2nd Meeting Date 00/00/19
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3. COSTCO FUEL FACILITY EXPANSION (2019-12) by Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc.
(STEVE)
Proposal for a fuel facility expansion and site improvements.
Location: 12011 Technology Drive.
Contact: Julie Anderson, 452-656-7403
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development District Amendment with waivers on 18.18 acres
• Site Plan Review on 18.18 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 06/04//19 Notice to Paper Date 07/24/19 Notice to Paper Date 00/00/19
Date Complete 06/04/19 Resident Notice Date 07/26/19 Resident Notice Date 00/00/19
120 Day Deadline 12/01/19 Meeting Date 08/12/19 1"Meeting Date 00/00/19
Initial DRC review 06/06/19 2nd Meeting Date 00/00/19
CONSERVATION COMMISSION - AUGUST 13, 2019
MEETING CANCELLED
CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING - AUGUST 13, 2109
1. PARKS REZONING(2019-10)by City of Eden Prairie (BETH)
Rezone City owned parks and open space areas to Parks/Open Space Zoning District
Contact: Beth Novak-Krebs, 952-949-8490
Request:
• Rezone City owned parks and open space parcels that are not currently zoned as such to Parks/
Open Space
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 05/01/19 Notice to Paper Date 07/03/19 Notice to Paper Date 00/00/19
Date Complete N/A Resident Notice Date 07/05/19 Resident Notice Date 00/00/19
120 Day Deadline N/A Meeting Date 07/22//19 1st Meeting Date 00/00/19
Info. Meeting 06/03/19 2nd Meeting Date 00/00/19
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2. OAK POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SITE PLAN (2018-21) by Anderson-Johnson
Associates, Inc. (BETH)
Location: 13400 Staring Lake
Contact: Jay Pomeroy, 763-544-7129
Request for:
• Site Plan Review on 23.05 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 06/20/18 Notice to Paper Date 06/20/19 Notice to Paper Date N/A
Date Complete 05/10/19 Resident Notice Date 06/21/19 Resident Notice Date N/A
120 Day Deadline 09/06/19 Meeting Date 07/08/19 Informal Review 07/16/19
Initial DRC review 07/12/18 2nd Meeting Date 08/13/19
3. SOUTHWEST TRANSIT NORTH BUS ENTRY/OFFICE ADDITION (2019-14)by SouthWest
Transit. (BETH)
Proposal for a building addition to include a bus garage entry at the front of the building and additional office
space
Location: 14405 W 62nd St
Contact: Len Simich, 952-974-3100
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development District Amendment on 10.05 acres
• Site Plan Review on 10.05 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 06/06//19 Notice to Paper Date 06/2019 Notice to Paper Date 07/24/19
Date Complete 06/06/19 Resident Notice Date 06/2119 Resident Notice Date 07/26/19
120 Day Deadline 10/3/19 Meeting Date 07/08/19 1st Meeting Date 08/13/19
Initial DRC review 06/13/19 2nd Meeting Date 00/00/19
4. ARBY'S (2019-02)by Arc Vision (JULIE)
Proposal for a façade remodel and site improvements at existing location.
Location: 560 Prairie Center Dr
Contact: Tammy Korte, 314-415-2400
Request for:
• Site Plan Review on 1.15 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 02/06/19 Notice to Paper Date N/A Notice to Paper Date 07/2419
Date Complete 06/20/19 Resident Notice Date N/A Resident Notice Date 07/26/19
120 Day Deadline 10/17/19 Meeting Date N/A 1st Meeting Date 08/13/19
Initial DRC review 02/14/19 2nd Meeting Date 00/00/19
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CITY COUNCIL CONSENT - AUGUST 13, 2109
1. EDEN HEIGHTS EAST—EXTENSION OF AN APPROVED PRELIMINARY PLAT (JULIE)
2. SHELDON PLACE TOWNHOMES (2019-06)by Schaefco Development, LLC (BETH)
Proposal for 10 townhome units consisting of 2 triplexes and 2 twin homes.
Location: 7960 Eden Prairie Road
Contact: Tim Brown—612-8002-6948
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 1.01 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 1.01 acres
• Zoning District Change from Rural to RM-6.5 on 1.01 acres
• Site Plan Review on 1.01 acres
• Preliminary Plat of one lot into 11 lots on 1.01 acres
Application Info Planning Commission _ City Council _
Date Submitted 04/12/19 Notice to Paper Date 05/22/19 Notice to Paper Date 06/26/19
Date Complete 04/29/19 Resident Notice Date 05/24/19 Resident Notice Date 06/28/19
120 Day Deadline 09/25/19 Meeting Date 06/10/19 1st Meeting Date 07/16/19
Initial DRC review 04/18/19 2°d Meeting Date 08/13/19
HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION - AUGUST 19, 2019
1. CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS (COA)AT GLEN LAKE CHILDREN'S CAMP
(CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING) by City of Eden Prairie/True Friends (LORI)
Certificate of Appropriateness (COA)for the maintenance of the Lion's Den at the Glen Lake Children's
Camp.
Location: 6350 Indian Chief Road
Contact: Conor McGrath—952-852-0101
Heritage Preservation Commission City Council
Notice to Paper Date 06/26/19 Notice to Paper Date 00/00/19
Resident Notice Date 06/28/19 Resident Notice Date 00/00/19
Meeting Date 08/19/19 Meeting Date 00/00/19
PLANNING COMMISSION - AUGUST 26, 2019
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CITY COUNCIL CONSENT - SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
1. REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS POLICY (JULIE)
IN BUT NOT SCHEDULED
1. RESEARCH RELATED TO FIREARM SALES (2018-13)by City of Eden Prairie (PLANNING
STAFF)
Research regulations relating to Firearm Sales
Contact: Julie Klima, 952-949-8489
Request:
• To Research regulations relating to Firearm Sales
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 03/16/18 Notice to Paper Date 00/00/18 Notice to Paper Date 00/00/18
Date Complete 00/00/18 Resident Notice Date N/A Resident Notice Date 00/00/18
120 Day Deadline N/A I Meeting Date 00/00/18 1st Meeting Date 00/00/18 _
Initial DRC review 00/00/18 2nd Meeting Date 00/00/18
2. SOUTHWEST STATION PUD AMENDMENT (2015-23)by SW Metro Transit Commission
(JULIE)
Proposal for additional parking structure at southwest station
Contact: Julie Klima, 952-949-8489
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 11.38 acres
• Zoning District Amendment within the Commercial Regional Service Zoning District on
11.38 acres
• Site Plan Review on 11.38 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 00/00/15 Notice to Paper Date 11/19/15 Notice to Paper Date 12/17/15
Date Complete 00/00/15 Resident Notice Date 11/20/15 Resident Notice Date 12/18/15
120 Day Deadline 00/00/15 Meeting Date 12/07/15 1'Meeting Date 01/05/16
Initial DRC review 00/00/15 2nd Meeting Date 00/00/00
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3. 10197 EDEN PRAIRIE ROAD (2019-20)by Perry Ryan (JULIE)
Proposal for Guide Plan, Zoning Change and MUSA boundary extension
Location: 10197 Eden Prairie Road
Contact: Perry Ryan, 952-221-3700
Request for:
• Guide Plan Change from Rural to Low Density Residential on 1.05 acres
• Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-13.5 on 1.05 acres
• MUSA Boundary Extension on 1.05 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 07/19/19 Notice to Paper Date 00/0019 Notice to Paper Date 00/00/19
Date Complete 07/19/19 Resident Notice Date 00/00/19 Resident Notice Date 00/00/19 _
120 Day Deadline 11/15/19 Meeting Date 09/09/19 1st Meeting Date 00/00/19 _
Initial DRC review 07/25/19 2nd Meeting Date 00/00/19
4. 11000 VIKING DRIVE PARKING RAMP (2019-14)by United Properties Development
(SARAH)
Proposal for a parking structure on top of existing parking lot
Location: 11000 Viking Drive
Contact: Bill Jundt, 952-893-8664
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development District Amendment on 16.2 acres
• Site Plan Review on 16.2 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 08/02//19 Notice to Paper Date 00/00/19 Notice to Paper Date 00/00/19
Date Complete 00/00/19 Resident Notice Date 00/00/19 Resident Notice Date 00/00/19
120 Day Deadline 00/00/19 Meeting Date 00/00/19 1st Meeting Date 00/00/19
Initial DRC review 08/08/19 2nd Meeting Date 00/00/19
APPROVED VARIANCES
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