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AGENDA EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION
Monday, February 12, 2018 - 7:00 P.M.
PLANNING COMMISSION
MEMBERS:
John Kirk, Charles Weber, Travis Wuttke, Ann Higgins,
Andrew Pieper, Ed Farr, Mark Freiberg, Michael DeSanctis,
Christopher Villarreal
STAFF MEMBERS: Julie Klima, City Planner; Rod Rue, City Engineer;
Matt Bourne, 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 11, 2017 meeting
IV. INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS
V. PUBLIC MEETINGS
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. PRESERVE VILLAGE RETAIL BUILDING – JERRY’S FOODS
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 9.10 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 9.10 acres
• Site Plan Review on 9.10 acres
• Preliminary Plat of one outlot into one lot on 9.10
VII. PLANNERS’ REPORT
A. 2018 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULE
VIII. MEMBERS’ REPORTS
IX. CONTINUING BUSINESS
X. NEW BUSINESS
XI. ADJOURNMENT
ANNOTATED AGENDA
TO: Planning Commission Members
FROM: Julie Klima, City Planner
RE: Planning Commission Meeting for Monday, February 12, 2018
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MONDAY, February 12, 2018 7:00 PM, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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
A. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MONDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2017
MOTION: Move to approve the Planning Commission minutes dated December 11, 2017.
V. INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS
VI. PUBLIC MEETINGS
VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. PRESERVE VILLAGE RETAIL BUILDING – JERRY’S FOODS
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 9.10 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waviers on 9.10 acres
• Site Plan Review on 9.10 acres
• Preliminary Plat of one outlot into one lot on 9.10 acres
The applicant is proposing to construct a stand-alone retail building on the east side of the
existing parking lot at 9625 Anderson Lakes Parkway. The property is 9.09 acres and is
located near the Highway 169 and Anderson Lakes Parkway interchange. There is a
78,443 square foot shopping center with parking currently on the site. The existing
shopping center includes various retail businesses, a grocery store, a hardware store and
three restaurants including Starbucks. The proposed stand-alone building includes a
Starbucks with a drive thru and up to two additional retail spaces. This new Starbucks
will replace the Starbucks store in the shopping center, but the Starbucks kiosk would
remain in the grocery store.
MOTION 1: Move to close the public hearing.
MOTION 2: Move to recommend approval of the Preserve Village Retail Building –
Jerry’s Foods project based on the plans stamp dated February 5, 2018; staff
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recommendations, the conditions contained in the staff report, and its attachments dated
February 8, 2018.
VIII. PLANNERS’ REPORT
A. 2018 MEETING SCHEDULE
IX. MEMBERS’ REPORT
X. CONTINUING BUSINESS
XI. NEW BUSINESS
XII. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Move to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting.
UNAPPROVED MINUTES
EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION
MONDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2017 7:00 P.M., CITY CENTER
Council Chambers
8080 Mitchell Road
COMMISSION MEMBERS: John Kirk, Travis Wuttke, Ann Higgins, Charles
Weber, Andrew Pieper, Ed Farr, Mark Freiberg,
Michael DeSanctis, Christopher Villarreal
CITY STAFF: Julie Klima, City Planner
Rod Rue, City Engineer
Matt Bourne, Manager of Parks and Natural Resources
Julie Krull, Recording Secretary
I. CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER
Chair Pieper called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – ROLL CALL
DeSanctis, Weber and Wuttke were absent.
IIII. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: Higgins moved, seconded by Kirk, to approve the agenda. Motion carried
6-0.
IV. MINUTES
A. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2017
MOTION: Kirk moved, seconded by Higgins, to approve the minutes. Motion
carried 6 -0.
V. INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS
VI. PUBLIC MEETINGS
VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. SOUTHVIEW OF EDEN PRAIRIE
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Request for:
• Guide Plan Change from Regional Commercial to High Density Residential on
2.58 acres
• Guide Plan Text Change to increase the maximum density in the High Density
Residential Land Use Category from 40 units per acre to 43 units per acre
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 2.58 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 2.58 acres
• Zoning District Change from Rural to RM-2.5 on 2.58 acres
• Site Plan Review on 2.58 acres
• Preliminary Plat of three lots into one lot
Mindy Michael, representing Kaas Wilson Architects presented the proposal. She
stated they are proposing to build a 116 unit senior living facility on Franlo Road
and Prairie Center Drive. She stated this site has many challenges on it, such as the
shape, and topography. They have been working with the City on these issues. She
pointed out the only place to enter the site is at a high point on Franlo Road, that is
one of the topography issues. The building will be 5 stories high however it sits
down low on the site. There will be underground parking. She stated they are
requesting a parking waiver and setback waivers. They did complete a revised site
plan and have been working with City Staff on this. There are many amenities
proposed with the project such as outdoor seating and a library. Ms. Michael
utilized the overhead projector to show different elevations of the building and how
it compared to other structures around it. She also showed digital photos of the
materials and colors that will be used.
Chair Pieper asked Klima to review the staff report. Klima utilized the overhead
projector to visualize the project. She stated this project was for a 5-story 116 unit
structure that consists of assisted, independent and memory care units. There are
several PUD waivers requested for this project. The applicant is requesting an
amendment to the comprehensive plan regarding high density residential guiding
and a text amendment to allow an excess of 40 units per acre for this plan. As an
alternative, rather than amending the existing language, Staff proposes a text
amendment be drafted that creates a new land use category that would bridge the
gap from 40 units per acre currently allowed in High Density Residential and the75
units per acre allowed in the Town Center District. The reasons for this is if the
comprehensive plan were to be amended, other properties guided high density
residential in the City would have the ability to increase their density. In addition,
creating this new land use designation may allow the city to consider other
properties appropriate for this new designation. Any development proposals would
have to go through the PUD process to allow for this change. This change would
allow the City discretion to guide uses. In addition, the project proponent wants to
include affordability with this project. They will supply 10% of the units for this.
There are several waivers requested; building height, building and parking setbacks,
density increase, usable open space requirement, parking stall waiver and tree
replacement. What they are proposing for landscaping exceeds requirements of the
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City. This excess will apply to the tree replacement requirements. Rather than grant
a waiver for tree replacement staff recommends payment in lieu of tree replacement
option be utilized as provided in city code and will have the landscaping account
for the discrepancy and they will pay for any additional variance. Staff is
recommending approval based on the conditions listed in the staff report. There are
conditions that have to be met before this project is reviewed by City Council.
Kirk said he likes the higher density land use category and thinks it is a great
alternative. Chair Pieper asked when the Comprehensive Plan language was
amended. Klima said that the comprehensive plan was amended in 2016 and was
based on City Council recommendations.
Farr asked if the Medcom Boulevard extension could be discussed because it
appears the right-of-way is being reduced in width. He commented if this project
does not trigger an extension of Medcom Blvd what would. He also stated the
applicant is salvaging some trees in the right-of-way and pointed out they are being
counted for tree replacement. Klima said the southern half of Medcom Boulevard
right-of-way was provided with townhome development. The addition of the right-
of-way would be provided through a development process. Bourne discussed tree
replacement on Medcom Boulevard and said the trees would be counted as being
saved because they are within the parcel. Farr asked again what would trigger this
road to be extended. He suggested if the road is not needed, road right-of-ways
need not be discussed. Rue said the Medcom Boulevard extension is really for the
area to the west of the project. He pointed out Joiner Way has a ¾ access and
Medcom Boulevard has full access. He stated what makes Medcom Boulevard
more plausible for the City is when traffic volumes increase on Flying Cloud Drive
and Prairie Center Drive, those access points could be changed; Medcom Boulevard
could be changed to a ¾ access. In the comprehensive plan there is a chance if
traffic grows an interchange could be put in at the intersection of Flying Cloud
Drive and Prairie Center Drive. At that point Medcom Boulevard and Joiner Way
would be a right-in and right-out access. That is when Medcom Boulevard would
become beneficial.
Villarreal asked at what point in time will a light be required at Franlo Drive and
Prairie Center Drive because there seems there will be an increase in activity in that
area. Rue said a traffic study was done with the development of Scheels and it was
determined the traffic flow would not increase to warrant for the installation of a
light. Villarreal said the narrative did a traffic study that included Scheels and
asked if that information was shared with the project proponent. Ms. Michael said
the City advised them to consult with Spack Consulting, who conducted the Scheels
traffic study and she said the information was crossed referenced.
Villarreal said in the packet of pictures there was a box for a generator and asked
the project proponent to explain what that was for. Ms. Michael stated this was a
backup generator for the elevators. Villarreal asked what fuel source would be used
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for the generator. Ms. Michael said they will probably use natural gas. Villarreal
asked if there were plans to include electrical vehicle infrastructure. Ms. Michael
said it has not been discussed but they are willing to discuss it.
Villarreal asked where the bike parking would be located. Ms. Michael said it
should be on the civil plans but she will make sure it is included on the plans
submitted to the Council.
Villarreal asked if the overhead power lines will be put underground. Ms. Michael
confirmed they will be placed underground.
Villarreal asked if the infrastructure upgrade would be their responsibility. Ms.
Michael said it would be their responsibility.
Chair Pieper opened the meeting up for public input.
Paul Stafford, of 11931 Tiffany Lane, said he lives up the hill from the library.
The back of his house faces Franlo Road. He said he would like to see this project
be moved more towards Prairie Center Drive. His other concern is the traffic on
Franlo Road.
He stated it is very difficult to make a left hand turn on Franlo Road because it is
hard to see the traffic coming up the hill. He commented the issue of Medcom
Boulevard was cost correct when the discussion was made to not approve the
Chick-fil-A project. Rue said it was not the right time to build Medcom Boulevard
as it was not needed but maybe in the future when traffic on the other roads
increase.
Peter Westerhaus, said he was representing Mariana Scotis LLC, a legal entity
owning the southern two parcels that are being developed. He stated he and his
brother have owned these two parcels for the past 17 years. They are in favor of the
developer and Southview Communities in Eden Prairie. He stated he is in favor of
the development. Southview is the tenth developer that has come forward to them
with their proposal to build on this property. Mr. Westerhaus pointed out there are
several issues to the development of the property; the biggest issue is Medcom
Boulevard. He stated as a property owner he is concerned with the City’s position
on Medcom Boulevard. The question he has in regards to this is why the City
wants this due to the declining traffic, its environmental impact to the area and to
the enormous expense. He is requesting Medcom Boulevard be turned into a
walking or biking path for Eden Prairie residents.
Orlando Logiland, of 8500 Franlo Road, said his condominium unit faces the
property looking north. He commented this is an excellent project and said as far as
Medcom Boulevard he does not want that to keep the project from happening.
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Steve Frank, of 8500 Franlo Road, stated he very strongly supports this project. He
feels this is the best development for this piece of property. He said he agreed with
the last speaker about Medcom Boulevard that it does not hinder the project.
Higgins asked if there was any discussion in regards to emergency response
vehicles and road access. Klima said through the development review process,
comments regarding emergency management have been provided and addressed.
Chair Pieper asked Klima to speak about the variances associated with the project.
Klima said there are many waivers but they are consistent with what would be
expected and what City has previously considered on other senior living project.
The zoning district applied to this senior living project is the same as an apartment
complex. Staff is comfortable with the waivers. In regards to moving the building
more towards Prairie Center Drive, there is not the opportunity of space to bring it
forward, due to property line configurations.
Chair Pieper asked how soon a traffic light could be installed once Scheels is done
and traffic increases. Rue said the mall is not interested in a signal and it is an
expensive project, so it would have to go through bids for the approval process.
Rue pointed out the City would be monitoring this intersection. Farr asked if it was
just vehicle related or the pedestrian cross walk. Rue said there is not enough
pedestrian demand there but Staff will take it into consideration. Farr asked if this
project would warrant the demand. Rue said because it is a senior facility, there
may not be the demand for a pedestrian cross walk.
Mr. Stafford said the way the lights are timed and getting onto Prairie Center Drive
is not bad but getting to the mall is a challenge.
Chair Pieper asked Rue to address parking on Franlo Road. Rue said he was not
aware there was parking on Franlo Road, but the City can put up no parking signs.
Chair Pieper asked Rue to discuss Medcom Boulevard. Rue said there would have
to be a public hearing and funding would have to be established for this project.
Freiberg said this project is impressive but very imposing. The height of this
project is somewhat of a concern and although the land topography is challenging,
it is good to see the neighbors come forward to state they do not mind the project.
Klima showed the slide that was previously viewed that showed where the property
sits lower than other structures next to them, so the height comparison is fairly
equal.
Kirk said by being on the Commission for a long time, he realizes the City is not in
the development stage but rather the redevelopment stage. What was presented
tonight is a good compromise. In regards to Medcom Boulevard, he said Rue
explained it thoroughly, that it could be a possibility for the future as demand
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grows. He pointed out there is a demand for senior development so he welcomes
this project.
Higgins said she has a different outlook. In regards to Medcom Boulevard, it
should be looked at differently. The parcel is residential and suggested it be
changed to a walking path.
Freiberg wanted to thank the developer for affordable housing units.
Villarreal said in regards to the stoplight at Franlo Drive, he would like to see this
be done sooner than later. He said he is concerned about safety issues.
Farr said in regards to the architecture on this project, it is well designed to fit the
demographics. He said he is comfortable with the height variance. He stated he
likes the use of this project and is in favor of it. In regards to retaining wall, there is
a request in the staff report to take into consideration Town Center architecture,
Farr said he would like to see that done and to bring it down to grade. He
commented for the retaining blocks they can be well decorated and can be textured
and field stained. Farr requested the project proponent include this in their plan as
he did not see it. In regards to the large retaining blocks, they come in two
structural styles; one is the gravity style that does not require lateral geo-grid
reinforcement and the other one does. Given the prominity of the five-foot drainage
and utility easement, Farr said to make sure the geo-grid enforced style is removed
from the drawing. He said for the cultured stone, please keep it as rendered. For
parking, Farr said he would like to see the outside stalls designated visitors only and
have enough stalls available especially on the holidays. In regards to the dumpsters,
he said he would like to see them pulled into the knuckle of the building. Farr said
for density on this project, he appreciates Staff is working on this, but he would like
to see units changed to get it down to 40 units per acre, and suggested making two
units into one unit. For landscaping, Farr would like to see the large tree numbered
10754 be saved and about six trees are located too close to the top of the retaining
walls and may need to be moved around. In regards to pedestrian circulation, Farr
commented this project would trigger some pedestrian safety at Franlo Road and
Prairie Center Drive. He said residents are going to want to walk and the sidewalk
does not continue south and they will have to walk north by the retail facilities,
because of this he is concerned with crossing the road at that location.
Chair Pieper commented if the units were reduced to 40 units per acre that would
constitute an 11% reduction. Klima said that sounds correct. Farr commented in
the staff report Klima wanted to use the lower acreage number before resolved land
on Franlo Road. Klima said the higher number of 2.68 acres would occur if
vacation request would be made and that has not been made yet. If it were
approved the number would be at 43 units per acre. She stated based on the
existing three properties it will be 2.58 acres.
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Kirk said he is okay with the density and commented Staff has come up with a good
resolution for this. Farr said he was not completely opposed to the density for
density sake. Through the administrative process an accidental error in math
occurred but he felt it can be resolved. Higgins concurred with Kirk as did
Freiberg.
Villarreal said he would like to see electrical vehicle charging be included in the
project. He would also like an alternative to the natural gas being used for the
generator.
MOTION: Kirk moved, seconded by Higgins, to close the public hearing. Motion
carried 6-0.
Chair Pieper asked Farr if he would like to make the condition that exterior parking
is only for visitors. Farr asked the project proponent if she wanted to address this.
Ms. Michael said the residents and staff will park below the building and outside
will be for visitors.
MOTION: Kirk moved, seconded by Freiberg to recommend approval of the
Southview of Eden Prairie project based on the plans stamp dated November 21,
2017; staff recommendations, the conditions contained in the staff report, and its
attachments dated December 6, 2017. Kirk commented that condition 1 in the staff
report does support Staff suggestion what the motion represents. Klima concurred.
Kirk said the motion made is that we will have the special designation for the higher
density above 40 units per acre and seek approval from the Metropolitan Council.
Motion carried 6-0.
VIII. PLANNERS’ REPORT
A. 2018 PLANNING COMMISSION WORK PLAN
Klima said the first few pages of the work plan are for the by-laws and rules and
responsibilities. She suggested the Commissioners review these. She stated the
work plan for 2018 will include Comprehensive Plan updates and on-going Code
Amendments. Staff is recommending approval of the work plan.
Villarreal commented several months ago there was proposed language on
sustainability and asked what the status is on that. Klima said it was referenced on
the elevated Southwest Station and was approved by the developer. Villarreal
asked in regards to the work plan, where can it be talked about changing the way of
lifestyle, such as promoting electrical vehicle usage; is there a review process of
existing codes. Klima said the City is going through the Comprehensive Plan and
there will be an opportunity to discuss that in the implementation process.
MOTION: Villarreal moved, seconded by Freiberg, to approve the 2018 Work
Plan. Motion carried 6-0.
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B. COUNCIL WORKSESSION JANUARY 16, 2018 – COMMISSION WORK PLAN
Klima said all of the Commissioners are invited to attend the Council Work
Session.
C. 2018 MEETING SCHEDULE
Klima pointed out there are two conflicts for the Planning Commission meetings in
2018. The first one is Memorial Day and the second one is Veteran’s Day. The
alternative dates are Tuesday, May 29, 2018 and Monday, November 19, 2018.
IX. MEMBERS’ REPORT
X. CONTINUING BUSINESS
XI. NEW BUSINESS
XII. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Farr moved, seconded by Higgins, to adjourn the Planning Commission
meeting. Motion carried 6-0.
Chair Pieper adjourned the meeting at 8:44 p.m.
STAFF REPORT
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Beth Novak-Krebs, Senior Planner
DATE: February 8, 2018
SUBJECT: Preserve Village Retail Building
LOCATION: 9625 Anderson Lakes Parkway
APPLICANT: Sambatek
OWNERS: Jerry’s Enterprises
120-DAY REVIEW: April 26, 2018
REQUEST: 1. Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 9.09 acres
2. Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 9.09 acres
3. Site Plan Review on 9.09 acres
4. Preliminary Plat of one outlot into one lot on 9.09 acres
BACKGROUND
The applicant is proposing to construct a stand-alone retail building on the east side of the existing
parking lot at 9625 Anderson Lakes Parkway. The
property is 9.09 acres and is located near the Highway 169
and Anderson Lakes Parkway interchange. Access to the
site is from Hennepin Town Road, which parallels
Highway 169.
There is a 78,443 square foot shopping center with parking
currently on the site. The existing shopping center includes
various retail businesses, a grocery store, a hardware store
and three restaurants including Starbucks. The proposed
stand-alone building includes space for a Starbucks with a
drive thru and up to two retail spaces. This new space will
replace the Starbucks store in the shopping center, but the
Starbucks kiosk would remain in the grocery store.
The legal description of the property is Outlot E, Garrison Forest Second Addition. In accordance with
the ordinances, the City will not issue a building permit for the construction of any building, structure or
improvement on any platted outlot. Therefore, the applicant is proposing a preliminary plat to create a
new single lot. The applicant is not proposing to create a separate lot for the new building.
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ZONING
The property is guided Regional Commercial and zoned Community Commercial. The proposal does
not require changes to either the guide plan or the zoning.
SITE PLAN
Starbucks tenant space is proposed on the north side of the new building and includes a drive thru. The
front of the building
will face west and
the drive thru will
wrap around the east
(back) and north
sides of the building.
The current access
points from
Hennepin Town
Road to the existing
parking lot will not
change. The trash
and recycling
enclosure is located
adjacent to the south
side of the new
building. It will be
enclosed with brick
walls similar to the
building with a roof
and frosted glass
overhead doors for access.
TREE REPLACEMENT
Two significant trees will be removed as a result of the project. The applicant is proposing 15 caliper
inches of tree replacement. This meets the requirement.
LANDSCAPE PLAN
The landscape plan includes 21 caliper inches of trees which exceeds the requirement. The plan also
includes shrubs to screen the drive thru and to enhance the building facades. The applicant is proposing
to add landscaped islands in the new parking area associated with the new building and in the existing
parking lot to meet the City’s requirements.
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SIDEWALKS
There is a currently a bituminous path along the west side of Hennepin Town Road. In order to provide
safe pedestrian travel between the new building and the main building and from the parking lot to either
building, the applicant is proposing a striped walkway through the parking lot. This walkway provides a
designated and identifiable area for pedestrians. In a new parking lot, the connection would likely be a
sidewalk separate from the drive lanes. However, this is an existing parking lot that does not provide an
opportunity to make major changes without reconstructing the entire parking lot. This solution complies
with the ordinance requirements.
BUILDING ARCHITECTURE
The proposed building meets and exceeds the building materials standards of 75/25% Class I and II
materials. The majority of the building material is brick and glass with some EIFS.
The architectural standards requires 50% of the first floor façade that is viewed by the public to include
glass. The intent is to open up views between the outdoor and indoor spaces for the customers. The front
of the proposed building faces the parking lot with the back facing Hennepin Town Road and Highway
169. Although the back of the building can be viewed by the traveling public and an occasional
pedestrian walking down the path, the front and sides of the building will be most directly viewed by
customers of both the existing building and the proposed building. Therefore, the front and the sides of
the building have been designed to meet the requirement. The back of the building does not include
public space but rather includes storage areas, bathrooms, etc. It is not necessary or desirable to open up
views to those areas and there is minimal glass on this facade.
The building includes façade articulation and roof variation on all sides. In addition there are changes in
building materials, colors and textures. The canopies and awnings add another layer of interest.
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SIGNS
There are two existing free standing signs along
Hennepin Town Road. Both of the existing signs
will be removed with the proposed project. The
applicant is proposing one new free standing sign
along the Hennepin Road frontage in a different
location. According to the applicant, the
reconstruction of Highway 169 and the addition of
the overpass significantly reduced the visibility of
the sign from Highway 169. The applicant is
proposing to locate the new 20 foot tall sign with
116 square feet of sign area on a berm near the first
entrance to the site from Hennepin Town Road to
improve visibility.
The free standing sign and any building signage
will require a sign permit.
TRAFFIC
A traffic study was completed for the proposed
development. The traffic study indicates the
proposed development is expected to generate
1973 new driveway trips during an average
weekday, 233 new driveway trips during the a.m. peak hour and 109 new driveway trips during the
p.m. peak hour. The majority of these trips are expected to be pass-by trips which are vehicles
already utilizing the adjacent roadways which will stop at the development site in the future.
The traffic study evaluated the Anderson Lakes Parkway / Hennepin Town Road intersection and
the four access points from the site to Hennepin Town Road and Anderson Lakes Parkway. Based
on the study all of the study intersections and adjacent roadways operate at overall acceptable
operations in both the existing and proposed conditions.
The location of the sign and the berm could cause sight line issues for vehicles exiting the parking lot
just north of the new building. The applicant is working on a sight line analysis to determine if the
proposed location of the sign and berm meets sight line criteria. If not, the location may have to be
adjusted. Prior to the first reading, the final location of the sign and berm shall be determined based on
the sight line analysis to the satisfaction of the City.
UTILITIES
The new building will be connected to the existing water main that runs under Hennepin Town Road
Proposed
location of
berm and
new sign Two existing signs – looking
south
Proposed location of
new sign and berm
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and a new fire hydrant will be added in an island south of the trash enclosure. The existing sanitary
sewer is currently located behind the existing building. The applicant is proposing to extend the
sanitary sewer around the north side of the existing building and down to the new building. This new
section of sanitary sewer will be a private line.
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
Stormwater management will be handled on-site. The applicant has prepared a Stormwater
Management Plan. City staff will continue to work through the details of the plan with the applicant.
The Stormwater Management Plan has been submitted to the watershed district.
Currently an existing public storm sewer runs through the parking lot and the proposed building pad
area. The proposed plan indicates that this storm sewer is to be reconstructed through the site. The
preference is to route the public storm sewer in a new location along the south property line and
discharge into the existing Hennepin Town Road (HTR) storm sewer system. Staff will continue to
work with the applicant and MnDOT on the preferred routing of the public storm sewer based on
existing system capacity and project impacts.
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT 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 environmental
design. The applicant is requesting the following waivers:
1. Number of parking stalls from 433 to 378.
The site currently has 433 parking stalls. With the proposed project, the City’s requirement is
417 parking stalls. As planned, there would be a total of 70 seats between the 3 restaurants and a
total of 78,664 square feet of retail in the two buildings. The zoning ordinance requirement is
based on 1 parking stall for every 3 restaurant seats and 5 parking stalls for every 1,000 square
feet of retail space.
The current condition provides 5.57 parking stalls per 1,000 square feet of retail plus 24 parking
stalls for the restaurant. The plan as proposed provides 378 parking stalls. This equates to 4.5
parking stalls per 1,000 for the retail space and 24 parking spaces for the restaurants.
The applicant has been allowed to have, as a nonconforming use, a garden center and Christmas
tree sales. The nonconforming use allows 10% of the gross building area as outdoor display and
sales, which is approximately 7,830 square feet. In addition, the use is allowed in the parking lot
and could occupy up to 45 parking stalls. However, the garden center and the Christmas Tree
sales have used less than 45 parking stalls. Generally, these uses occupy between 24 and 36
parking stalls.
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During the outdoor sales activity, the site provides just under the required 5 parking stalls per
1,000 for retail. The project as proposed plus the outdoor sales would reduce that number to just
under 4 per 1,000. Although the applicant provided a parking study with actual parking counts
showing 40% of the parking stalls used, tenant mix can change parking conditions. There are
other retail sites that have been allowed parking at 4.5 stalls per 1,000 with no noted concerns.
Staff recommends approval of the waiver at 4.5 stalls per 1,000. Staff also recommends that the
owner discontinue the nonconforming use. The owner is aware of this and agrees to discontinue
the nonconforming use.
The future uses other than retail in the existing building and the retail spaces in the new building
could impact the number of parking stalls required on the site. Therefore, through this PUD,
staff recommends that the two vacant spaces in the new building be designated as non-restaurant
uses in order to maintain acceptable parking levels.
Retail
Parking
Requirement
per City Code
5 Stalls per
1,000 sq. Ft.
of Retail
Space
Restaurant
Parking
Requirement
per City
Code 1 Stall
for Every 3
Seats
Total
Parking
Required
per City
Code
Total
Parking
Provided
Total
Parking
Provided
By Use
Retail Plus
Restaurant
Number of
Stalls
Provided
Per 1,000
Square Feet
of Retail
Current Building 367 24 391 433 409 + 24 5.57
Current Building
with Seasonal Sales
in Parking Lot
367 24 391 433 - 45
388
364 + 24 4.96
Proposed Project 393 24 417 378 354 + 24 4.5
Proposed Project
with Seasonal Sales
in Parking Lot
393 24 417 378-45
333
309 + 24 3.94
2. Two free standing signs not to exceed 80 and 36 square feet in area to one free standing
sign not to exceed 116 square feet in area.
The sign code allows one free standing sign along the Anderson Lakes Parkway frontage and
one free standing sign along the Hennepin Town Road frontage. One sign can be no larger than
80 square feet and the second sign cannot be larger than 36 square feet. The applicant has
concerns about the visibility of the free standing sign along Hennepin Town Road from
Highway 169. Staff recommended combining the allowed sign area onto one free standing sign
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for the property that could be more visible from both Highway 169 and Anderson Lakes
Parkway. The approach of combining allowable sign area has been approved for other projects.
For example, on the current building, there was an approval through a previous PUD to combine
the allowable sign area for the front and the back of the building and use it on the front of the
building.
NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING
The applicant held a neighborhood meeting on December 20, 2017. Seven people signed the Sign-
In sheet provided by the applicant. Since that meeting, the applicant has received an email from an
adjacent resident to inquire about the proposal.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of the following requests:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 9.09 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 9.09 acres
• Site Plan Review on 9.09 acres
• Preliminary Plat of one outlot into one lot on 9.09 acres
This is based on plans stamp dated February 5, 2018 and the following conditions:
1. Prior to being scheduled for the 1st reading by the City Council, the applicant shall:
A. Revise the site plan to show a roof on the trash enclosure and overhead doors rather than
swinging doors.
B. Revise the preliminary plat to show the final locations of all of the drainage and utility
easements.
C. Determine, to the satisfaction of the City, the final location of the sign and berm based
on the sight line analysis.
2. Prior to release of the final plat, the applicant shall:
A. Show the final locations of all of the drainage and utility easements and any other
required easements.
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. Obtain and provide documentation of Watershed District approval.
C. Notify the City and Watershed District 48 hours in advance of grading.
D. Install erosion control at the grading limits of the property for review and approval by the
City.
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4. Prior to building permit issuance for the property, the proponent shall:
A. Pay the appropriate cash park fees.
B. Submit a landscaping letter of credit, or escrow surety equivalent to 150% of the cost of
the landscaping.
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Guide Plan Map:Preserve Village Retail BuildingAddress: 9625 Anderson Lakes ParkwayEden Prairie, MN 55344
Rural Residential 0.10 Units/Acre
Low Density Residential 0-2.5 Units/Acre
Low Density/Public/Open Space
Medium Density residential 2.5-10 Units/Acre
Medium Density Residential/Office
High Density Residential 10-40 Units/Acre
Airport
Office
Office/Industrial
Office/Public/Open Space
Industrial
Neighborhood Commercial
Community Commercial
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Town Center
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Golf Course
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including loss of business, lost profits, business interruption, loss of business informationor other pecuniary loss that might arise from the use of this map or the information it
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Zoning Map - Preserve Village Retail Building9625 Anderson Lakes ParkwayEden Prairie, MN 55344
Rural
R1-44 One Family- 44,000 sf. min.
R1-22 One Family-22,000 sf min.
R1-13.5 One Family-13,500 sf min.
R1-9.5 One Family-9,500 sf min.
RM-6.5 Multi-Family-6.7 U.P.A. max.
RM-2.5 Multi-Family-17.4 U.P.A. max.
Office
Neighborhood Commercial
Community Commercial
Highway Commercial
Regional Service Commercial
Regional Commercial
TC-C
TC-R
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Industrial Park - 5 Acre Min.
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Location Map: Preserve Village Retail BuildingAddress:9625 Anderson Lakes ParkwayEden Prairie, Minnesota
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Clark CircleGarrisonWay HennepinTownRoadPreserve Village Shopping Center
Subject Property
Location of Proposed
Retail Building
2018 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULE
January 8
January 22
February 12
February 26
March 12
March 26
April 9
April 23
May 14
May 17 – (Thursday) Boards & Commission Banquet
May 29 (Tuesday)
June 11
June 25
July 9
July 23
August 13
August 27
September 10
September 24
October 8
October 22
November 19 (Third Monday)
December 10
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PROJECT PROFILE – FEBRUARY 12, 2018
PLANNING COMMISSION – FEBRUARY 12, 2018
1. PRESERVE VILLAGE RETAIL BUILDING-JERRY’S FOODS (2017-22) by Sambatek Inc.
(BETH)
Request to construct a new stand-alone retail building with drive-thru service on the east end of the existing
parking lot.
Location: 9625 Anderson Lakes Parkway
Contact: Brady Busselman – 763476-6010
Request to:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 9.10 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 9.10 acres
• Site Plan Review on 9.10 acres
• Preliminary Plat of one outlot into one lot on 9.10 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 12/07/17
Date Complete 12/27/17
120 Day Deadline 04/26/18
Initial DRC review 12/14/17
Notice to Paper Date 01/04/18
Resident Notice Date 01/05/18
Meeting Date
Continuance to
01/22/18
02/12/18
Notice to Paper Date 00/00/17
Resident Notice Date 00/00/17
1st Meeting Date 00/00/17
2nd Meeting Date 00/00/17
HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION – FEBRUARY 12, 2018
CONSERVATION COMMISSION – FEBRUARY 13, 2018
PLANNING COMMISSION – FEBRUARY 26, 2018
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CITY COUNCIL CONSENT – MARCH 6, 2018
1. ARBY’S (2017-16) by Arc Vision, Inc. (BETH)
Proposal to complete a minor interior remodel, exterior façade improvements, parking lot repaving and
landscaping.
Location: 560 Prairie Center Drive
Contact: Samantha Igou – 314-415-2400
Request for:
• Site Plan Review on 1.15 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 08/25/17
Date Complete 08/25/17
120 Day Deadline 03/31/18
Initial DRC review 08/31/17
Notice to Paper Date N/A
Resident Notice Date N/A
Meeting Date N/A
Notice to Paper Date 10/26/17
Resident Notice Date 10/27/17
1st Meeting Date 11/14/17
2nd Meeting Date 01/16/18
2. SCHEELS (2017-17) by CAPREF Eden Prairie. (JULIE)
Proposal to redevelop the former Sears site and associated parking lot improvements with a two level,
approximately 248,000 square foot store
Location: 8301 Flying Cloud Dr. - Eden Prairie Center
Contact: Jeff Plauche – 214-347-7716
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on approximately 20 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on approximately 20 acres
• Site Plan Review on approximately 20 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 09/08/17
Date Complete 10/16/17
120 Day Deadline 03/23/18
Initial DRC review 09/14/17
Notice to Paper Date 10/26/17
Resident Notice Date 10/27/17
Meeting Date 11/13/17
Notice to Paper Date 11/22/17
Resident Notice Date 11/27/17
1st Meeting Date 12/12/17
2nd Meeting Date 00/00/17
PLANNING COMMISSION – MARCH 12, 2018
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CITY COUNCIL CONSENT – MARCH 20, 2018
1. SOUTHVIEW OF EDEN PRAIRIE (2017-19) by Southview Senior Communities. (BETH)
Proposal is for a five story, 116-unit senior living residence with assisted living and memory care units.
Location: Franlo Rd and Prairie Center Dr (8460, 8470 and 8480 Franlo Rd)
Contact: Lance Lemieux – 612-810-1209
Request for:
• Guide Plan Change from Regional Commercial to High Density Residential on 2.58 acres
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 2.58 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 2.58 acres
• Zoning District Change from Rural to RM-2.5 on 2.58 acres
• Site Plan Review on 2.58 acres
• Preliminary Plat of three lots into one lot
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 10/20/17
Date Complete 10/2017
120 Day Deadline 04/18/18
Initial DRC review 10/26/17
Notice to Paper Date 11/22/17
Resident Notice Date 11/27/17
Meeting Date 12/11/17
Notice to Paper Date 12/21/17
Resident Notice Date 12/29/17
1st Meeting Date 01/16/18
2nd Meeting Date 03/20/17
IN BUT NOT SCHEDULED
1. EDEN BLUFF 4TH ADDITION (2017-12) by Pope Architects. (BETH)
Proposal is a two phase approach: Phase 1 to construct surface parking of 252 spaces on 11.67acres; Phase 2
will include a new 3 story, 120,000 square foot office building with additional 530 parking spaces.
Location: Charlson Rd & Liatris Ln.
Contact: Paul Holmes – 651-642-9200
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 11.67 acres
• Site Plan Review on 11.67 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 06/26/17
Date Complete 00/00/17
120 Day Deadline 00/00/17
Initial DRC review 06/29/17
Notice to Paper Date 00/00/17
Resident Notice Date 00/00/17
Meeting Date 00/00/17
Notice to Paper Date 00/00/17
Resident Notice Date 00/00/17
1st Meeting Date 00/00/17
2nd Meeting Date 00/00/17
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2. OLYMPIC HILLS OPEN SPACE EASEMENT AGREEMENT AMENDMENT (2017-20)
by Brian and Angela Dingels. (ANGIE)
Request to amend open space easement by removing a portion of the property from the Open Space Easement
Location: 11337 Mount Curve Rd
Contact: Angela Dingels – 612-968-8199
Request to:
• Amend Open Space Easement Agreement
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 10/18/17
Date Complete 00/00/17
120 Day Deadline 00/00/17
Initial DRC review 00/00/17
Notice to Paper Date 00/00/17
Resident Notice Date 00/00/17
Meeting Date 00/00/17
Notice to Paper Date 00/00/17
Resident Notice Date 00/00/17
1st Meeting Date 00/00/17
2nd Meeting Date 00/00/17
3. WHITETAIL BLUFF DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT AMENDMENT (BETH)
Amendment to Development Agreement
Request to:
• Amend Development Agreement
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 00/00/17
Date Complete 00/00/17
120 Day Deadline 00/00/17
Initial DRC review 00/00/17
Notice to Paper Date 00/00/17
Resident Notice Date 00/00/17
Meeting Date 00/00/17
Notice to Paper Date 00/00/17
Resident Notice Date 00/00/17
1st Meeting Date 00/00/17
2nd Meeting Date 00/00/17
4. HAMPTON INN (2018-01) by D&T Eden Prairie, LLC (JULIE)
Proposal for a 6 story, 105 guest room hotel
Location: 11825 Technology Dr.
Contact: Chris Flagg, 831-915-9907
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 1.7 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 1.7 acres
• Site Plan Review on 1.7 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 01/19/18
Date Complete 00/00/18
120 Day Deadline 00/00/18
Initial DRC review 01/25/18
Notice to Paper Date 00/00/18
Resident Notice Date 00/00/18
Meeting Date 00/00/18
Notice to Paper Date 00/00/18
Resident Notice Date 00/00/18
1st Meeting Date 00/00/18
2nd Meeting Date 00/00/18
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5. 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
Date Complete 00/00/15
120 Day Deadline 00/00/15
Initial DRC review 00/00/15
Notice to Paper Date 11/19/15
Resident Notice Date 11/20/15
Meeting Date 12/07/15
Notice to Paper Date 12/17/15
Resident Notice Date 12/18/15
1st Meeting Date 01/05/16
2nd Meeting Date 00/00/17
APPROVED VARIANCES
TELECOMMUNICATION
1. TELECOMMUNICATIONS #2017-04T by Sprint (c/o – Richard Krueger – Crown Castle)
(STEVE/ANGIE)
Request: Antenna addition to existing Sprint tower (co-location.) Administrative review
Location: 8916 Aztec Drive, Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Contact Richard Krueger, 763-852-0576.
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 11/29/17
Date Complete 00/00/17
60 Day Deadline 01/26/18
Initial DRC review 11/30/17
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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2. TELECOMMUNICATIONS #2017-05L by T-Mobile (c/o – Peggy Cronin – Crown Castle)
(STEVE)
Request: To renew License Agreement for equipment on the water tower
Location: 7401 Dell Road, Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Contact Peggy Cronin, 773-829-1657.
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 12/11/17
Date Complete 12/14/17
90 Day Deadline 03/12/18
Initial DRC review 12/15/17
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
3. TELECOMMUNICATIONS #2017-05L by T-Mobile (c/o – Peggy Cronin – Crown Castle)
(STEVE)
Request: To upgrade antenna on the water tower
Location: 7401 Dell Road, Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Contact Peggy Cronin, 773-829-1657.
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 12/11/17
Date Complete 12/14/17
90 Day Deadline 03/12/18
Initial DRC review 12/15/17
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