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AGENDA EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION
Monday, January 12, 2014, 7:00 P.M.
PLANNING COMMISSION
MEMBERS:
John Kirk, Jon Stoltz, Charles Weber, Travis Wuttke, Steven
Frank, Ann Higgins, Mary Egan, Andrew Pieper
STAFF MEMBERS: Julie Klima, City Planner; Rod Rue, City Engineer;
Stu Fox, Manager of Parks and Natural Resources
I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -- ROLL CALL
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
III. MINUTES
A. Approval of the Minutes for the December 8, 2014 meeting
IV. INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS
V. PUBLIC MEETINGS
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS
VII. PLANNERS’ REPORT
A. Comprehensive Plan Overview
B. City Council Workshop, January 20, 2015 5pm
VIII. MEMBERS’ REPORTS
IX. CONTINUING BUSINESS
X. NEW BUSINESS
XI. ADJORNMENT
ANNOTATED AGENDA
DATE: January 12, 2015
TO: Planning Commission Members
FROM: Julie Klima, City Planner
RE: Planning Commission Meeting for Monday, January 12, 2015
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MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2015 7:00 PM, COUNCIL CHAMBER
I. CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: Move to approve the agenda.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION: Move to approve the following Planning Commission minutes:
A. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MONDAY, DECEMBER 8,
2014
V. INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS
VI. PUBLIC MEETINGS
VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
VIII. PLANNERS’ REPORT
A. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OVERVIEW
Synopsis: Staff will present a power point presentation reviewing the
Comprehensive Plan. This information is for reference and education purposes. No
action is requested from the Planning Commission.
B. CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP, JANUARY 20, 2015 – 5PM
Synopsis: The City Council annually hosts a work session with the advisory boards
and commissions to review accomplishments and work plans. The Vice-Chair and
City Planner will be presenting the work plan and 2014 accomplishments. All
Commission members are invited to attend. Because a light dinner will be served,
please email your RSVP to Lori Creamer prior to January 16.
IX. MEMBERS’ REPORT
X. CONTINUING BUSINESS
ANNOTATED AGENDA
January 12, 2015
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XI. NEW BUSINESS
XII. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Move to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting.
UNAPPROVED MINUTES
EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION
MONDAY, DEC. 8, 2014 7:00 P.M., CITY CENTER
Council Chambers
8080 Mitchell Road
COMMISSION MEMBERS: John Kirk, Jon Stoltz, Travis Wuttke, Steven
Frank, Ann Higgins, Mary Egan, Charles Weber,
Andrew Pieper
STAFF MEMBERS: Julie Klima, City Planner
Stu Fox, Manager of Parks and Natural Resources
Rod Rue, City Engineer
Regina Rojas, Senior Planner
Julie Krull, Recording Secretary
I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – ROLL CALL
Chair Stoltz called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Egan, Kirk and Pieper were
absent.
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION by Frank, seconded by Higgins, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.
III. MINUTES
A. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON OCT. 27, 2014
Higgins had a revision on page 4, first sentence. She would like the words, “is
less” changed to “are fewer”.
MOTION by Wuttke, seconded by Frank, to approve the minutes as amended.
Motion carried 5-0.
IV. INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS
V. PUBLIC MEETINGS
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS
December 8, 2014
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A. O’REILLY AUTO PARTS STORE by C.M. Architecture, P.A.
Location: 8868 Aztec Drive
Request For:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on .83 acres.
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on .83 acres
• Zoning District Review in the Community Commercial Zoning District
on .83 acres
• Site Plan Review on .83 acres
Ben Ptacek, representing C.M. Architecture, P.A., presented the proposal.
Accompanying him from the firm was Tracy Borchoert. Mr. Ptacek pointed out
the site of this proposal is located off of Aztec Drive, south of Anderson Lakes
Parkway. The building is located next to a gas station and a car wash. He
stated their proposal is to have the building entrance off of Aztec Drive.
Parking will be on the side of the building and the loading area will be at the
rear of the building. They are proposing landscaping throughout the site with
dense Conifer trees and vegetation to act as a screen. They will also have many
deciduous trees and various flowering plantings on site. There will be a rain
garden on the south side of the property that will also have a variety of
plantings. Mr. Ptacek said in regards to the building, they will have a pitched
roof and gables, metal awnings and brick with high level detail in three different
colors. There will also be pilasters around the building to provide additional
definition. Mr. Ptacek said they are asking for three different waivers. The first
is to reduce the parking stalls from 37 to 33. They can only fit in that many on
the site. the site will also incorporate a bike rack. The second waiver is a front
yard setback for the recycling and trash enclosure to 10 feet along Aztec Drive.
City Code requires 35 feet. The third waiver is to have landscape planting
islands to 4.4 percent in the parking area. The City Code requires planting
islands to occupy 5% of the parking areas.
Chair Stoltz asked Klima to review the staff report. Klima said the Staff had the
opportunity to work with the project proponent. On page 2 of the staff report
there are renditions to the original proposal submitted and the correct proposal
after working with the proponent. There are 3 PUD waivers and staff does
support them.
Wuttke asked what percent of people bike to get auto parts. Klima said the
inclusion of a bike rack was a suggestion from City Staff to support multi-modal
transportation opportunities and pointed out the rack will not take up any
additional vehicle parking spots.
Chair Stoltz opened the meeting up for public input. There was no input.
MOTION by Higgins, seconded by Weber, to close the public hearing. Motion
carried 5-0.
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MOTION by Higgins, seconded by Frank, to recommend approval of the
Planned Unit Development Concept Review on .83 acres, Planned Unit
Development District Review with waivers on .83 acres, Zoning District
Review in the Community Commercial Zoning District on .83 acres and Site
Plan Review on .83 acres based on plans stamped dated November 18, 2014 and
the staff report dated December 5, 2014. Motion carried 5-0.
VII. PLANNERS’ REPORT
A. Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Ordinance Update
Presented by Consultant HKGi and City Staff
Brad Scheib, of HKGi, presented the ordinance update. He said they are here
tonight to look for feedback from the Commission. Mr. Scheib presented a
PowerPoint presentation to highlight a few new things since the last time they
were before the Commission. He stated the goals and objectives have remained
the same; they want to achieve a place that is vital and sustainable. This is the
final draft form. Mr. Scheib said there are four specific questions they are
looking for feedback on. The questions are as follows:
1. On page 10, under Permitted Uses-TOD-E District, there lists a number of
specific light industrial uses. What kinds of light industrial uses are
desired/appropriate in this district? Are there other uses that should or should
not be included in this list?
2. On page 10, under permitted Uses-TOD-E District, this includes
“Neighborhood Commercial: as a permitted use, but does not allow
“Community Commercial”. Limiting commercial development to smaller scale
retail (10,000 sq. ft. max or 25,000 sq. ft. for groceries) will help to maintain a
more compact scale of development while still allowing for a range of retail and
services to support employment uses. Do you agree that this is the appropriate
scale of commercial development for the TOD-E District? Keep in mind the
TOD districts would only be applied within the 10 minute walkshed around the
transit stations and not farther out.
3. In the table on pate 16, under Frontage Standards – TOD-E District, letter
(L) defines a minimum of 60% for street level frontage transparency. This is
the same standard applied to the TOD Mixed use District where a more active
street level environment is desired. A question to consider is if the 60%
minimum threshold should be the same in the TOD-E District.
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4. On page 14, subd. 7.C describes the open space forms that meet the
requirements for “usable open space”. Does usable open space have to be
publicly accessible?
Regina Rojas said the final steps to this ordinance update would be the
following:
1. Public Outreach – meetings with each specific station area to present the
ordinance and impact opportunities.
2. Official Public Review Process
3. Formal Adoption of the TOD Ordinance.
Chair Stoltz asked for comments in regards to question 1. Frank said he wrote
down corporate research and development and miscellaneous retail. Wuttke
said he likes the research and development aspect. The project consultant also
commented to keep in mind this ordinance is proposed, and an important aspect
is to keep it open and once it is adopted it can be revisited or modified at any
time. Chair Stoltz asked how often this ordinance should be revisited. Mr.
Scheib said it would be up to City Staff. When the development community
requests waivers or variances on the property that would be an indicator to
revisit the ordinance. Klima said when Staff is seeing recurring themes, they
will take a harder look at the ordinance.
Chair Stoltz asked for comments in regards to question 2. Wuttke said the
TOD-E is supposed to be employment and commented if we limit ourselves it
does not allow for an increase base of commercial use. Frank said it would be
beneficial to be more specific in the three zoning differences. Klima said these
TOD areas are only supposed to be a 10 minute walkshed from the station.
Chair Stoltz asked for comments in regards to question 3. Frank asked what are
the positives and negatives of frontage standards – minimum 60% street level
transparency. The project proponent said if a store comes in and does not want
to put windows in the front, as they want to utilize the space, then it can be a
transparency option. It gives people walking a safer feeling.
Chair Stoltz asked for comments in regards to question 4; do open spaces have
to be publically assessable. Weber said this was a good question to ask and he
would be fine with a roof top open space. Frank said a balance between the two
would be nice. Chair Stoltz said having an open space inside a building is nice
for employees who work there. Frank said you could have both public and
private open spaces, and asked if a ratio should be set. Wuttke said he did not
see anything about interior courtyards or plazas. He said if there was a public
open space it would be hard pressed for developers to construct this because
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who would maintain the space. He said he would also like to see “green space”
redefined. Frank said he had a few comments. On the purpose page, letter (E),
decrease the parking needs, Frank asked if this section was seeking to decrease
auto traffic. The project proponent said that is a key objective in a TOD area, to
minimize auto traffic.
Regina Rojas thanked the Commission Members for their feedback.
B. 2015 Work Plan
Klima said the Staff prepared a draft of the 2015 Work Plan that is in the packet.
Staff would like Commission feedback.
Wuttke said he would like to see a list of ordinances that need to be updated.
Klima said Staff does have a list of outdated ordinances and are looking at those
now. Frank said he thought the suggested work plan was very good. Klima
pointed out it is a working document and is subject to change.
MOTION by Wuttke, seconded by Frank, to approve the 2015 Work Plan as
presented.
C. Electronic Packet Update
Klima said the Commission packets will be delivered via email starting with the
January 12, 2015 meeting.
D. December 22, 2014 – there will not be a Planning Commission Meeting on
this date due to the Holiday.
VIII. MEMBERS’ REPORT
No Members’ report.
IX. CONTINUING BUSINESS
No continuing business.
X. NEW BUSINESS
No new business.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION by Weber, seconded by Wuttke, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried
December 8, 2014
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5-0.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:33 p.m.
PROJECT PROFILE – JANUARY 12, 2015
PLANNING COMMISSION – JANUARY 12, 2015
1. PLANNERS REPORT
Comprehensive Plan Overview
HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION – JAN 12, 2015
CONSERVATION COMMISSION – JANUARY 13, 2015
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP – JANUARY 20, 2015
1. COMMISSION PRESENTATION
2014 Accomplishments / 2015 Work plans
CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING – JANUARY 20, 2015
1. O’REILLY AUTO PARTS STORE (2014-15) by C.M. Architecture, P.A. (REGINA)
Proposal for constructing an Auto Parts Store
Location: 8868 Aztec Dr.
Contact: Ben Ptacek (612-547-1312)
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on .83 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on .83 acres
• Zoning District Review in the C-Com Zoning District on .83 acres
• Site Plan Review on .83 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 9/26/14
Date Complete 11/18/14
120 Day Deadline 03/30/15
Initial DRC review
Notice to Paper Date 11/20/14
Resident Notice Date 11/21/14
Meeting Date 12/8/14
Notice to Paper Date
Resident Notice Date
1st Meeting Date 01/20/15
2nd Meeting Date 01/20/15
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CITY COUNCIL CONSENT – JANUARY 20, 2015
1. File#2014-20TM by Verizon (c/o – Justin Holt – Jacob,) – Contact – Justin Holt 952.831.1043
x3102 office, 773.454.9428 mobile
(Approved 00-00-14) Review time ? Days
Request: Small Cell Site (Project Installation of smaller antennas and associated equipment on City
Center Roof to improve Public Safety Communications) – Incomplete as of 10-07-14
Location: 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie, MN
Application Info (2014-20TM) Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 10-07-14
Date Complete 00-00-14
120 Day Deadline 00-00-15
Initial DRC review 00-00-14
Notice to Paper Date N/A
Resident Notice Date N/A
Meeting Date N/A
Notice to Paper Date N/A
Resident Notice Date N/A
1st Meeting Date 1/6/15
2nd Meeting Date N/A
PLANNING COMMISSION – JANUARY 26, 2015
1. HIGH POINT AT RILEY CREEK 2ND (2014-16) by DR. Horton. (REGINA)
Proposal for constructing 10 single family homes.
Location: 16540 Beverly Drive
Contact: Mike Suel 952-985-7823
Request for:
• Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-13.5 on 5.35 acres
• Preliminary Plat into 10 lots, 3 outlots and road right of way on 5.35 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 10/10/14
Date Complete 11/18/14
120 Day Deadline 03/30/15
Initial DRC review
Notice to Paper Date 12/22/14
Resident Notice Date 12/22/14
Meeting Date 1/12/15
Notice to Paper Date
Resident Notice Date
1st Meeting Date
2nd Meeting Date
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2. VARIANCE #2014-08 by Gary Aulik (TANIA)
Location: 10625 Mount Curve Road
Contact: Gary Aulik 952-591-1600
Request to:
• Permit a front yard setback for the parking lot of 14.8’ at its closest point, City
Code allows 35 feet front yard setback.
• To permit 24 foot drive aisles for the parking lot, City Code allows 25 feet.
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 11/07/14
Date Complete 11/13/14
120 Day Deadline 03/14/15
Initial DRC review 11/13/14
Notice to Paper Date 12/22/14
Resident Notice Date 12/22/14
Meeting Date 1/12/15
Notice to Paper Date n/a
Resident Notice Date n/a
1st Meeting Date n/a
2nd Meeting Date n/a
3. AMEND PUD AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE APARTMENTS AT
CITY WEST. (2015-01)
Proposal for PUD Amendment to allow a reduction in parking spaces.
Location: City West Parkway
Contact: Julie Klima, 952-949-8487
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Amendment with waivers on 13.5 acres
• Zoning District Amendment on 13.5 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted
Date Complete
120 Day Deadline
Initial DRC review
Notice to Paper Date 01/08/15
Resident Notice Date 01/09/15
Meeting Date 1/26/15
Notice to Paper Date
Resident Notice Date
1st Meeting Date
2nd Meeting Date
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IN BUT NOT SCHEDULED
1. CROSSROADS CENTER (2014-18) by Tim Cashin. (JULIE)
Proposal for façade and landscape improvements.
Location: 7731 Flying Cloud Drive
Contact: Tim Cashin, 952-212-5004
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 2.9 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 2.9 acres
• Zoning District Amendment within the Commercial-Regional-Services District on
2.9 acres
• Site Plan Review on 2.9 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 11/21/14
Date Complete
120 Day Deadline
Initial DRC review 12/4/14
Notice to Paper Date
Resident Notice Date
Meeting Date
Notice to Paper Date
Resident Notice Date
1st Meeting Date
2nd Meeting Date
2. WAGNER PROPERTY (2014-19) by Pemtom Land Company. (STEVE/JULIE)
Proposal for a 12- lot single family development.
Location: 10841 & 10861 Blossom Rd.
Contact: Dan Blake, 952-937-0716
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 6.5 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 6.5 acres
• Zoning District Review in the R1-22 Zoning District on 6.5 acres
• Preliminary Plat of 6.5 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 12/19/14
Date Complete
120 Day Deadline
Initial DRC review
Notice to Paper Date
Resident Notice Date
Meeting Date
Notice to Paper Date
Resident Notice Date
1st Meeting Date
2nd Meeting Date
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3. HAMPTON INN HOTEL (2014-20) by Michael Monn Architects. (REGINA)
Proposal for façade improvements and 2,800 square foot building addition.
Location: 7740 Flying Cloud Drive
Contact: Mike Monn, 612-247-5406
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development with waivers on 3.19 acres
• Zoning District Amendment on 3.19 acres
• Site Plan Review on 3.19 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 12/19/14
Date Complete
120 Day Deadline
Initial DRC review
Notice to Paper Date
Resident Notice Date
Meeting Date
Notice to Paper Date
Resident Notice Date
1st Meeting Date
2nd Meeting Date
APPROVED VARIANCES
TELECOMMUNICATION PROJECTS
File#2014-18TM by Verizon (c/o – Justin Holt – Jacob,) – Contact – Justin Holt 952.831.1043 x3102
office, 773.454.9428 mobile
(Approved 00-00-14) Review time ? Days
Request: Small Cell Site (Pilot Project Installation of smaller antennas and associated equipment on
Utility poles, traffic lights etc in right of way.) – Incomplete as of 00-00-14
Location: Right of Way – Pioneer Trail between Homeward Hills Road and Hwy #169
Application Info (2014-19TM) Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 00-00-14
Date Complete 00-00-14
120 Day Deadline 00-00-15
Initial DRC review 00-00-14
Notice to Paper Date N/A
Resident Notice Date N/A
Meeting Date N.A
Notice to Paper Date N/A
Resident Notice Date N/A
1st Meeting Date N/A
2nd Meeting Date N/A
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