Planning Commission - 04/12/1999 APPROVED MINUTES
CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION
MONDAY,APRIL 12, 1999 7:00 P.M. CITY CENTER
Council Chambers
8080 Mitchell Road
v
COMMISSION MEMBERS: Beverly Alexander,Kenneth E. Clinton,Laurence
Dorn,Jr.,Randy Foote,Rebecca Lewis,Douglas
Sandstad
STAFF MEMBERS: Michael D. Franzen, City Planner; Scott A. Kipp,
Senior Planner; and Judith Kunz, City Recorder
I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -ROLL CALL
Chair Foote called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: Clinton moved, seconded by Alexander to approve the Agenda as published. Motion
carried 6-0.
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION: Lewis moved, seconded by Alexander, to approve the Minutes of the February 22,
1999 Planning Commission as submitted. Motion carried 6-0.
IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR APRIL 12, 1999
A. ADC TELECOMMUNICATIONS (continued from 2/22/99)
City Planner Franzen stated that the proponent is still working on the plan revisions and has
requested a continuance until April 26, 1999. Notices will be sent out regarding the new hearing
date.
MOTION: Dorn moved, seconded by Lewis,to continue the ADC Telecommunications' request
for Planned Unit Development Concept Review to the Planning Commission meeting on April 26,
1999. Motion carried 6-0.
B. EDEN PRAIRIE,MALL THEATRES by General Growth Properties
Representatives of General Growth Properties reviewed the minor change to the original plan
which moves the theatre from the east side to the west side as Phase I of this project. The
architectural design details of the addition and streetscape were reviewed emphasizing the intent to
relate the design to the surrounding area as well as the existing building.
The Commissioners asked if a major anchor such as Dayton's as earlier discussed would still be a
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tenant. The proponent indicated they were still working with Dayton's to become a tenant. The
proponents were asked if there would be separate entrances to each tenant. The proponent stated
the main entrance will be primary but in the case of the bookstore they would have an outside
entrance as well as an inside entrance.
Commissioner Dorn asked if future phases of this project would show less brick and glass as this
phase indicates. He stated concern that the city code requirement of 75 per cent was not being met
and hoped that future phases would not continue to show a decrease. The proponent assured the
Commission that it was not their intent to propose less brick and glass in future phases of this
project. Sample building materials were passed around to the Commissioners.
MOTION: Lewis moved,Alexander seconded to close the public hearing. Motion carried 6-0.
MOTION: Clinton moved, seconded by Young,to recommend to the City Council approval of
the request of General Growth Properties for Planned Unit Development Concept Amendment on
80 acres,Planned Unit Development District Review on 10 acres, Zoning District Amendment in
the Commercial Regional District on 10 acres, and Site Plan Review on 10 acres,based on plans
dated April 9, 1999 and subject to the recommendations of the Staff Report dated April 9, 1999.
Motion carried 6-0.
C. FARRI;LL/LAPIC ADDITION (continued from 2/22/99)
Planner Kipp briefly reviewed the proposal.
Perry Ryan,Ryan Engineering,presented the option the proponent's request converting the duplex
to a single-family structure after the construction of the new single family homes.
Mr. Lapic informed the Commission that the conversion will work both physically and financially.
Commissioner Sandstad asked if there were any standards for"flag"lots. Planner Kipp stated there
are no standards but adequate space is needed for the driveways. Kipp pointed out the special timing
requirements for the conversion of the duplex.
Commissioner Alexander asked the proponent about improvements to the exterior of the existing
structure. Mr. Lapic stated the exterior would be completely updated with new siding and a new
roof.
MOTION: Clinton moved, Lewis seconded to close the public hearing. Motion carried 6-0.
MOTION: Clinton moved, seconded by Lewis,to recommend to the City Council approval of the
request of Farrell-Lapic for Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-13.5 on 1.54 acres and
Preliminary Plat of 1.54 acres into 3 lots,based on plans dated March 15, 1999 and subject to the
recommendations of the Staff Report dated April 9, 1999. Motion carried 6-0.
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D. HALLETT ADDITION
Dan Blake, Centex Homes,reviewed the proposal.
Commissioner Dorn asked why Outlot C was not being rezoned now instead of waiting. Planner
Kipp stated that municipal sewer and water must be available to the property before it can be
rezoned to single family residential
Diane Dunn, 9381 Cedar Forest Road, appeared asking questions about the access roads and
drainage.
Jimmy Muniz, 5900 Hansen Road, Edina appeared asking if the property on the south side of the
development would be landlocked if Centex does not purchase and redevelop it in the future. He
also asked about drainage.
Kipp said the property south of the project area would not change by this development proposal. It
would remain in its current state.
Mr. Blake indicated they were working on easements with the neighbors.
Guy Treanor, 17001 Valley Road, appeared in favor of the project stating he is probably one of the
most affected because his property is in the middle but he sees minimal affect on his property and
others along Cedar Crest Road.
Pastor Rod Anderson, 9309 Cedar Forest Road, appeared in support of the plan and would like to
see as many trees as possible saved. He would also like to see"Cedar" as part of the name of the
development.
Robin Ruben, owner of the Cedar Crest Stables, appeared concerned about the drainage pond
having standing water that would increase the number of disease carrying mosquitoes and have an
adverse affect on her horses. She also stated concern about the easement that was needed and
asked if the city would force her to give the developer the easement for the project.
Mr:Blake stated that the size of the drainage pond would be approximately one-half acre. He
indicated that this was a unique drainage problem and that the city requires them to put in a
ponding system rather than have drainage through a heavily wooded area down to the creek. He
stated to access the lift station they would need an easement across their pasture.
Kipp said an easement could be obtained across the property.
Commissioner Sandstad asked if there would be pedestrian ways provided within the
development.
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Cindy Babcock,Riley Creek Ridge, appeared asking if their development could work together
with this development to provide the sanitary sewer and lift station. Planner Kipp stated he would
discuss this option with the City Engineer.
Commissioner Alexander stated that she does not see the plan complete without easements signed
and no pedestrian trails in the plans. She asked if the city could force a property owner to sign an
easement. Planner Kipp stated that the city has done this in the past. All cost would be assessed to
the developer. The City encourages developers and property owners to work out easements as in
this case.
Commissioner Sandstad suggested that the Rubens and Centex and staff sit down and discuss and
resolve the easement issue.
Commissioner Dorn suggested that the easement include all necessary connections for future
development,which would be advantageous to the property owner when, and if they sell in the
future.
Foote stated he would like to see the temporary cul-de-sacs be signed that they are temporary.
MOTION: Sanstad moved, Lewis seconded to close the public hearing. Motion carried 6-0.
MOTION: Sandstad moved, seconded by Lewis, to recommend to the City Council approval of
the request of Centex Homes for Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 21.09 acres,
Planned Unit Development District Review on 21.09 acres, Zoning District Change from Rural to
R1-13.5 on 21.09 acres, and Preliminary Plat of 21.09 acres into 32 lots and three outlots,based on
plans dated January 25, 1999; and encouraged all parties to meet and discuss easements; and
subject to the recommendations of the Staff Report dated April 9, 1999. Motion carried 5-1 with
Commissioner Alexander voting no until the developer comes forth with more clear drainage
and trail plans.
V. MEMBERS' REPORTS
Commissioner Dorn read a letter he sent to the Mayor stating that due to pressing family matters
he must resign from the Planning Commission effective April 12, 1999.
Commissioner Alexander expressed concern about construction debris, specifically traffic cones,
left on the construction site across from the Transit Hub along Technology Drive.
VI. PLANNERS' REPORTS
Planner Kipp review the agenda for the next meeting.
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VII. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Clinton moved,Alexander seconded to adjourn. Motion carried 6-0.
ADJOURNMENT: 8:35 P.M.