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Planning Commission - 08/23/1993 EDEN PRAEME PLANNING COMMISSION _:iAPPROVED MINUTES MONDAY, AUGUST 23, 1993 7:00 PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7600 Executive Drive COMMISSION MEMBERS: Tim Bauer, Ken Clinton, Cynthia Clish, Katherine Kardell, Doug Sandstad, Edward Schlampp, Mary Jane Wissner. STAFF MEMBERS: Mike Franzen, Senior Planner; Deb Edlund, Recording Secretary Don Uram, Planner I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -- ROLL CALL Bauer and Kardell absent. H. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Clinton moved, seconded by Wissner to approve the Agenda as published. Motion carried 4-0-0. III. MINUTES The minutes for the July 12, 1993, July 26, 1993 and August 9, 1993 were tabled. *V. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. PETER ANDREA TWIN HOMES by Peter Andrea. Request for Zoning District Change from Rural to RM-6.5 on 8.89 acres, Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-22 on 6 acres, and Preliminary Plat of 14.89 acres into 16 twin home lots and 6 single family lots. Location: Willow Creek Road and Bryant Lake Drive. Franzen reported that changes had been made to the plan which reduced tree loss and the number of homes. Gary Harris, representing the proponent, reported that after several discussion with Staff regarding the comments from residents and the Planning Commission the plan was revised to include a combination of single-family and twinhomes. Two wetlands would remain in tact, one wetland would be added to, and another wetland would be filled in. The plan delineated conservancy easements and grading areas. The following revisions are proposed: Entrance moved 40 feet to the north, which allows for Lots 1 through 6 to be spread out. Plan revised to 22 twinhomes and 6 single-family units. Radius for the lower cul-de-sac changed. One unit would be specifically designed to save a stand of oak trees. The curve would be softened by changing the radius to 90 degrees from the center line. Pad locations and sizes were changed to save trees. The single-family lots will be 44,000 square feet or larger with the exception of one lot to the east of the cul-de-sac. Harris stated that the proponent had tried to address as many of the concerns as possible. 1 Schlampp stated that the Staff Report had indicated that if no parking were posed that emergency vehicles would be able to get through. Johnson replied that the restriction would be around the curve only; Staff had recommended that the road be posted for no parking. Schlampp asked if the road grade was the same. Harris replied the grade was still at 8% with the landing. Schlampp asked the size of Wetland C. Graham replied approximately 6 acres. Schlampp believed that there would still be a drainage problem on at least one to two lots. Deanovic replied that gutters would be provided for all the house. Harris added that the NX.R.P. pond would drain to Wetland A. Overland drainage would be handled with a swail and the proponent would look at the use of a pipe per the Staff recommendation. Sandstad arrived at 7:35 PM. Franzen reported that units were removed from the area to the west. The single-family units would be zoned R1-22 but would meet R1-44 standards. Franzen noted that if the grade were lower than 9% the hill would be drastically changed. Schlampp asked Franzen to explain what an 8% grade. Franzen replied that land would raise 8 feet every 100 feet. Franzen reported that Staff wanted to keep the tree loss to around 30% and with the reduction in density the tree loss would be approximately 35%. The erosion control plan is in compliance with City requirements. Franzen noted that Staff recommended a gutter system to direct the rear roof drainage to the storm sewer system. Staff recommended approval of the proposal based on the recommendation in the Staff Report dated 8-20-93 with Item LC changed to read: Modify the preliminary plat to depict a storm sewer on Lots 7 and 8. Franzen believed that the plan as • revised preserved site features. A NX.R.P. pond would be provided for pretreatment of the storm run-off. The intersection would meet or exceed standards for sight lines. Clinton asked if the 3 methods used for determining the tree loss were different than what had been used in the past. Franzen replied no. Clish asked how Staff determined if a turn lane were needed. Hams replied that Bryant Lake Road was considered a low volume road. Wissner asked if a traffic count had been done recently in this area. Harris replied that any traffic data available would be related to the need for a traffic signal. Harris added that the bank and church were the main traffic generators in this area and traffic was at a lower volume than County roads where turn lanes were recommended. Clish asked what the speed limit was in this area and if there were any problems related to speeding traffic. Harris replied that Bryant Lake Road had originally been part of the right-of- way for Highway 212. Harris added that a speed study was not done, the speed is posted at 45 MPH; he had not heard any complaints. Harris believed that appropriate speed would be 35 MPH; there is no pedestrian facilities on Bryant Lake Road. Clish believed that it would be appropriate to look at the speed limit. Schlampp believed that the gutter systems would plug up and that a rear yard collection would be more appropriate for the houses in the northwest corner because of the steep slope. Schlampp added that gutters would only handle roof drainage and not land drainage. Harris replied that 2 the soils on the slopes had good binders and believed that gutters would work in this case. Hams added that the backyards would not be large areas. Schlampp asked if gutters would be required for these specific houses. Harris replied yes. Schlampp believed that the overland • drainage from the houses to the south would drain to the wetland and questioned if there could be problem. Gray replied that the direction of the flow for drainage would be changed. The wetland would need to rise approximately 8 to 10 feet before an overflow problem would occur and then any overflow would drain to 9 Mile Creek. Gray did not believe there would be an overflow. Gray also believed that it would be possible to use a catch basin and direct the water to Wetland A; this would require adding a catch basin and storm sewer. The drainage would be coming from another wetland area and would not need to be treated. Gray said that if the wetland were not close to an overflow level this year after all the rain it should not be of any great concern and a storm sewer would not be recommended. Clinton believed that the Staff recommendation 2.A could be modified to include a catch basin and storm sewer if deemed necessary after further study. Dan Grote, 7061 Willow Creek, stated that Wetland C had been stable for the last 10 years. Grote was concerned about roof drainage. Grote believed that Deanovic was trying to respond to the neighbors concerns. Grote wanted to know if the water would drain into his backyard. Grote said that he would like to see evergreens introduced into the area. He would like to speak with the City Engineer to understand the drainage plan. Grote believed that the speed limit should be lowered. Grote questioned how the conservancy easement would be enforced. Gray replied that a certain acreage on the site has a turf sloped. The development would create a flat platform. The street would handle the drainage into the pond. Gray believed that the grading would actually reduce drainage into the Grote property; the front yards would drain to the street . and the rear yards through a gutter system. The runoff is quicker and would be buffered by prairie grass. Gray believed that Grote would see less water in the area. Grote asked who he should see when or if the system doesn't work. Gray replied that he should see himself or someone in engineering. Dick Wiltz, 7141 Willow Creek Road, stated concern about wells and possible pollution. Gray replied that he was not aware of any specific contamination problems at this time; this development would not accelerate a problem if one did exist. Gray added that runoff would not be increased to affect the existing wells. Wiltz was concerned about contamination from Countryside Auto. Sandstad asked if there were any plans for a water main in this area. Gray replied that a 16" main exists. Wiltz replied that because of the low density of homes in the area a City water main was not favored by the residents. Wiltz added that there was a major concern for the wells and he wanted to know what process neighbors could take to protect their wells. Gray replied that any issues regarding existing wells should be detached from this development. Gray added that well samples could be taken. Wiltz stated that the developer had been cooperative with the neighbors and had listened to their concerns. Wiltz questioned how much density the property could handle and if this was a proposal which was sensitive to the property. Elaine Sorenson, 7121 Willow Creek, believed that the wrong message was being sent to developers. Sorenson stated that 30% tree loss was average, yet 35% would be allowed on this 3 project because the trees were grander. Sorenson said that she appreciated all of the changes made to the plan, but the message being sent was the plan will do but it is not exactly what the City would like. Sorensen stated that they had trusted the Guide Plan when they purchased their property. Sorenson did not have a problem with twinhomes but did have a problem with the density. Sorenson noted that reference on Page 2 of the Staff Report regarding R1-22 Zoning and R1-44 Zoning; she requested that some kind of language restriction be used so that these lots could not be subdivided with variance requests. Estelle Knudsen, 7120 Willow Creek Road, stated that she had lived in the area for over 30 years. Knudsen said that many of her friends would like twinhomes and she would like to see this project be a model of living. Knudsen presented a checklist of items which would make this a model development based on comments from friends. Open areas, lots of greenery, individuality of floor plans, and windows - yet privacy were main items. Wissner stated that she was still torn on this proposal; the developer had made an effort to improve the plan based on comments heard at the last meeting and yet she was still concerned about the density. Sandstad believed that it was a reasonable proposal and could support the plan. Schlampp stated that he was pleased that City Engineer Gray was available to answer questions. Schlampp was confident in the Staff's recommendations, but was still concerned about the 8% grade and the radius of the curve. Schlampp also believed that drainage was a touchy issue. Clinton believed that the possible well contamination was a separate issue. Clinton further • recommended that well samples be taken around the Countryside area. Clinton believed that the plan had improved with the combination of twinhomes and single-family. Clinton also believed that subdivision of the larger lots would be difficult. He supported that plan as proposed. Wissner stated that she was concerned about the possible contamination from Countryside and would like to see a pro-active stand taken. Wissner said that she was confident in the Staff study of the project and their recommendations. Clish stated that she appreciated the neighbors concerns and believed that Staff and the developer had addressed the main issues. Clish recommended that a speed check be done. Clish asked if the addition of evergreen trees could be added as a stipulation. Franzen recommended that the speed issues and Countryside Auto, possible well contamination be separate motions. MOTION 1• Sandstad moved, seconded by Clinton to close the public hearing. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 2: Sandstad moved, seconded by Clinton to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Peter Andrea for Rezoning from Rural to RM-6.5 on 8.89 acres based on plans dated August 20, 1993 and subject to the Staff Report dated August 20, 1993. Motion carried 5-0-0. • 4 MOTION 3• Sandstad moved, seconded by Clinton to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Peter Andrea for Rezoning from Rural to R1-22 on 6 acres based on plans dated August 20, 1993 and subject to the Staff Report dated August 20, 1993. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 4: Sandstad moved, seconded by Clinton to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Peter Andrea for Preliminary Plat of 14.89 acres into 16 twin home lots and 6 single family lots based on plans dated August 20, 1993 and subject to the Staff Report dated August 20, 1993. Motion carried 5-0-0. B. SHADY OAK RIDGE 4TH ADDITION by Joe Ruzic. Request for Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-13.5 on 2.28 acres and Preliminary Plat of 2.28 acres into 4. Location: Northwest corner of Rowland Road and Old Shady Oak Road. Joe Ruzic reported that he was requested a 4-lot subdivision and that as part of this development he was being required to install a fire-hydrant and a 6" water line. In two of the other Shady Oak Ridge additions an oversized pipe was required and a fire hydrant was install. Ruzic stated that he had been compensated by the City for the oversized pipe. Ruzic expressed concern about the fire hydrant requirement and stated that prior to this development, he had been told that 250 feet was sufficient for fire protection; now the City says that the requirement is 150 feet. Sanitary sewer was installed in Rowland Road. Ruzic stated that the fire hydrant originally installed and paid for by him was removed by the City during the Rowland Road upgrade and • that he wanted it replaced. Ruzic stated that in this plan he did not want to remove the Lester building immediately because it was used to store equipment. Ruzic asked for an explanation of a park fee. Uram replied that the park fee would be on a per lot basis at the time of building permit issuance. Ruzic did not feel that he should have to pay a park fee for the existing lot. Ruzic said that he would try to conform with the conditions of the Staff Report. Ruzic requested relief from immediate removal of the Lester Building. Uram reported that this project was more detailed than a simple 4 lot subdivision. Uram stated that Staff did not have the authority to determine the exact location of a fire hydrant. Uram believed that Ruzic, the Fire Marshall, and himself could set down and arrive at a mutually acceptable location for the fire hydrant. The other issue is the removal of the out buildings before Final Plat approval. The building located on the lot lines would need to be removed prior to Final Plat approval. The larger building on Lot 4 could be retained until a request for a building permit is made which will make it more difficult to monitor. Uram noted that cash park fees were paid at building permit issuance and 3 separate permits would be required. Uram added that he would check with the building department to see is a cash park fee would be charged for the lot where the garage would be constructed. Uram reported that Staff recommended approval of the plan. Clish asked if approval for a specific location of the fire hydrant was needed. Uram replied that he was requesting that the recommendation be changed to read: a mutually acceptable location for the fire hydrant between Ruzic, Staff, and the Fire Marshall. 5 Ruzic stated that the lot with the Lester Building was his most desirable lot and he would remove the building without question; it was a matter of an extension of time for this to be done. Schlampp replied that in order to get Final Plat approval, Ruzic needed to abide by City rules and regulations which required that the out-buildings be removed. Ruzic stated that he was requesting an extension of time to provide alternate storage of the equipment. Uram replied that Ruzic could receive plat approval and recommended that a 1 year time limit be established for the building to be removed. Uram added that a building permit for a house would not be issued until the Lester building was removed. MOTION 1: Schlampp moved, seconded by Wissner to close the public hearing. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 2: Schlampp moved, seconded by Wissner to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Joe Ruzic for Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-13.5 on 2.28 acres based on revised plans dated August 9, 1993 and subject to the Staff Report dated August 20, 1993. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 3: Schlampp moved, seconded by Wissner to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Joe Ruzic for Preliminary Plat of 2.28 acres into 4 lots based on revised plans dated August 9, 1993 and subject to the Staff Report dated August 20, 1993 revised as follows: Item 1 should read: Revise the preliminary plat to reflect the extension of the 6" watermain and fire hydrant out to Rowland Road in a mutually acceptable location for both the proponent and the Fire Marshall. Item 4 should read: Prior to release of the final plat, proponent shall remove the existing accessory buildings on Lots 3 and 4 with the exception of the Lester building located on Lot 4; that building shall be removed prior to any building permit issuance with the exception of the garage for the existing home or within 1 year, whichever comes first. C. BACHMAN'S by Bachman's Inc. Request for PUD Concept Review on 23 acres, PUD District Review with waivers on 5.0 acres, Rezoning from Rural to Commercial Regional Service on 5.0 acres and Preliminary Plat of 12.57 acres into 2 lots and 1 outlot. Location: Northwest corner of Prairie Center Drive and Singletree Lane. Dan O'Brien, representing the proponent, stated the Bachman facility would be a special retail use which was desired by the City in this area. The front of the facility would face Prairie Center Drive. The N.U.R.P. pond would be turned into a site feature. The position of the building would help to conceal the outdoor storage area. Screening would be added to the east to further conceal the outdoor sales area. Landscaping would be provided on top of the Keystone wall. The outdoor sales area would be screened from both Prairie Center Drive and Singletree Lane. The loading dock area would be located at the north end of the building. A landscape island with conifers would be positioned to screen the loading dock area. Schlampp asked where the catch basin would be located. O'Brien replied that it would either . be within the green house or outdoor storage areas. Schlampp asked if it was shown on the plan. O'Brien replied it was on the utility drawings. Gray replied that the drainage would go under 6 the street to the wetland by Flagship. The storm sewer originally designed did not consider sedimentation treatment and was going directly into the wetland. Schlampp asked if the pre- treatment would be maintained by Bachman's. O'Brien replied that the pre-treatment area was on Bachman property and would be maintained by Bachman's. Sandstad questioned if the screening to the east was adequate for neighboring properties. O'Brien replied there would be a 10 foot difference in elevation; an 8 foot wall with landscaping would be used for screening in this area. O'Brien added that the master plan was for a retail center with space between the property lines. Sandstad believed that this approach would seem to isolate the properties. Uram replied that the difficulty is the tiers of the properties because of the drops in the grade. Uram added that end result would be the end of the adjacent building and open space between the 2 sites. Sandstad stated that he would like to see the sites connected. Uram replied that the master plan did show pedestrian connections. O'Brien reported that the exterior of the Bachman facility would fit the criteria for the Market Center master plan. There would be two main entrances with a greenhouse canopy. The base and cornice also comply with the master plan. The exterior materials would be brick or better. The loading dock area would be rock-faced block with brick used where visible. A wood fence would be used for the entrance to the outdoor area. Curved linear concepts similar to Wal-Mart would be used. Clinton asked if this facility would be similar to the one in Plymouth. O'Brien replied that this facility would be similar, but brick would be used in lieu of the block used in Plymouth. Sandstad asked if cart corrals had been incorporated into the plan. O'Brien replied that cart corrals had not been considered at this time, but he would add them to the plan. O'Brien stated that there was a question on how the square footage for the pylon sign was determined. O'Brien said that Bachman's measures just the area of the two signs; however, Staff includes the air space between the 2 signs. O'Brien added that if just the area of the signs were considered it would be within the City Code requirements. Schlampp asked if this was a lighted sign. O'Brien replied interior lighting only. O'Brien reported that the Staff Report recommended that the lighting plan be revised to reduce the wattage from 1000 watts to 400 watts. O'Brien noted that the area in question was the outdoor storage area. He requested time to study this further and work with Staff to come to an agreement. O'Brien believed that if the wattage was reduced a couple of shoebox lights might need to be added. Uram replied that lighting was a philosophical issue. Staff needs to determine how much light is needed in this outdoor sales area. O'Brien added that Bachman's would like to accomplish something similar to Eden Prairie Ford or Suburban Chevrolet. Uram replied that the Brunswick facility would have 400 watt lighting and Staff would like to keep the lighting low in this area. O'Brien noted that the area which would be lighted would be screened. Wissner asked if the lighting was for sales or security purposes. O'Brien replied that this was an outdoor sales area which would be used at night. Uram replied that he agreed that the lighting would be screened somewhat. Uram added that another solution could be to lower the light poles. 7 Sandstad asked the proponent for a response to the suggestion to lower the height of the poles. O'Brien replied that this would be an expensive solution and Bachman's believed that the situation was mitigated already by the screening provided. Schlampp asked what hours the facility would be open. Bachman replied they would be open till 9 PM. Uram reported that the addition of Bachman's adds value to the remaining Teman property. Uram noted that outdoor storage is not allowed in a C-Regional area; however, what makes this appropriate is that this type of special retail facility fits in with the overall master plan for the downtown area. The outdoor area would be screened and Bachman's has agreed to operate under the same rules as established for Frank's nursery. Uram believed that 200 parking spaces would be adequate. Dale Bachman added that in other facilities, only 50% utilization of the parking area was needed for a normal weekend. Uram stated the measurement of the sign was the complete rectangular area, including the space between the signs. Uram added that in the past, the City has allowed the signs to be brought closer together; eliminating the space between the 2 signs. Uram recommended approval of the project with the lighting and signage issues to be resolved before City Council review. Sandstad asked how 80 square feet was determined for City Code requirements. Uram replied that this was an arbitrary figure based on zoning requirements. Franzen added that many pylon sign are visible from great distances and the question was how far away does a business need to attract customers. Clish asked if there were a lot of requests from businesses to for larger signs. Uram replied that • he would have to check with Zoning Administration. Kirk Sodergren, manager of Frank's Nursery, questioned if the 8 foot fence would be high enough to screen the greenhouse which would be lit. Uram replied that he could not answer that. Bachman replied that the greenhouse would only be lit during business hours. Bachman added that in Apple Valley and Plymouth the lights in the atrium were on until 11 PM; this could be negotiated. Uram requested that a store plan be submitted to ensure screening of the greenhouse. Sandstad stated that he was concerned with the pole lighting. Clinton believed that the sign should be standard requirements. Uram replied that he did not believe there would be a problem if the gap between the signs was eliminated. Clish asked where the lighting issue stood at this time. Franzen replied that the car dealerships had said the lighting used for their facilities was to meet industry standards. He added that the Ford dealership did not exceed 10 foot candles and the bright areas were to the center of the property and become dimmer as you go to the outside perimeter. Franzen also noted that the car dealerships were asked to make other concessions in other areas in order to allow for the increased lighting. Sandstad asked what lighting was used at Wal-Mart. Franzen replied that the plan was approved • for 400 watts; Wal-Mart was currently using 1000 watts and Staff was working with them to change the lighting. 8 Schlampp believed that lighting in a sales area was different from lighting in a parking area; good lighting would be needed to successfully sell the merchandise. Uram requested a general direction from the Planning Commission on what would be acceptable for the rear yard. Schlampp asked who could answer that question. Uram replied that it was a subjective issue. Schlampp asked what foot candles were used at other stores. Bachman replied that the lighting proposed was similar to their other facilities. O'Brien added that additional measurements could be taken. Clinton asked what lighting was used at Frank's. Uram replied 250 watts. Sandstad recommended a 20 foot height requirement. Uram replied that 400 watts with 20 foot poles would be acceptable to Staff. O'Brien believed that it would be difficult to live with 20 foot poles. O'Brien added that they would like to do additional measurements and adjust the light level standard. Wissner asked if the lights would go off when the store closed. O'Brien replied yes. Sandstad suggested that the plan be moved forward and ask the proponent to return to the Planning Commission with an updated lighting plan. Uram suggested that cart corrals be added to the plan also. MOTION 1: Sandstad moved, seconded by Clinton to close the public hearing. Motion carried 5-0-0. • MOTION 2: Sandstad moved, seconded by Clinton to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Bachman's Inc. for PUD Concept Review with waivers on 23 acres based on plans dated August 13, 1993 and subject to the Staff Report dated August 20, 1993. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 3: Sandstad moved, seconded by Clinton to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Bachman's for PUD District Review with waivers on 5.0 acres based on plans dated August 13, 1993 and subject to the Staff Report dated August 20, 1993 with the following additions: Item I. Submit detailed lighting plan. Item J. Submit a detailed plan with cart corral locations. Item K. Submit yard plan. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 4• Sandstad moved, seconded by Clinton to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Bachman's for Rezoning from Rural to Commercial Regional Service on 5.0 acres based on plans dated August 13, 1993 and subject to the Staff Report dated August 20, 1993 with the following additions: Item 1. Submit detailed lighting plan. Item J. Submit a detailed plan with cart corral locations. Item K. Submit yard plan. Motion carried 5-0-0. 9 MOTION 5: Sandstad moved, seconded by Clinton to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Bachman's for Preliminary Plat of 12.57 acres into 2 lots and 1 outlot based on plans dated August 13, 1993 and subject to the Staff Report dated August 20, 1993 with the following additions: Item I. Submit detailed lighting plan. Item J. Submit a detailed plan with cart corral locations. Item K. Submit yard plan. Motion carried 5-0-0. D. VIROMED LABORATORIES by Opus Corporation. Request for Comprehensive Guide Plan Change from Office to Industrial on 5.22 acres, PUD Concept Amendment on 5.22 acres, Rezoning from Office to Industrial and Site Plan Review on 5.22 acres for construction of a 50,550 square foot building. Location: Opus Circle Blue east of American Family Insurance. Michele Foster, representing the proponent, presented the plans for a 50,000 square foot office/lab facility. The wetland and hill on the site would be preserved. Foster believed that this plan would be an improvement over the original corporate headquarters proposal approved in 1980 for this site. A small wetland area would be filled in with mitigation in another location. The building is a two-story facility with an exterior office look. The grading plan provided for a N.U.R.P. pond. Foster believed that this proposal was sensitive to the site. Foster stated that the proponent was in general agreement with the Staff Report; would like the requirement for additional landscaping to be tied to the building expansion. Clish asked what Viromed did. Viromed replied that they specialized in infectious disease testing; they helped companies supply scientific data to substantiate their claims. Schlampp asked how this testing was done. Viromed replied that strict guidelines established for transporting medical specimens to and from the facility. He added that the business was heavily regulated by several state and federal agencies. Franzen reported that Staff recommended approval of the project. He believed this proposal gave the City the best of two zoning districts. Franzen noted that if the original plan in 1980 had proceeded tree replacement and the N.U.R.P. pond would not have been provided. Schlampp asked if animals were used for testing. Viromed replied that mice were sometimes used. Schlampp questioned how the public would view this operation. Viromed replied that they had been operating for 10 years without adverse public comment. Viromed added that Hepa filters were used and the air leaving the facility was cleaner than the air coming in. Schlampp asked if the company was prepared if adverse publicity did occur. Viromed replied that the proponent was always conscious of the possibility and it would be handled professionally. Schlampp asked how the waste materials were handled. Viromed replied that BFI handled all the biological disposal. Wissner asked how fast the company was growing. Viromed replied that with this move the company would double in size. He added that this facility as proposed should accommodate them for at least 3 to 5 years. Viromed noted that the company wanted to stay in the southwest area and their current lease was running out. 10 Clish asked how many people were employed by Viromed. Viromed replied 100 employees at this time. MOTION 1: Wissner moved, seconded by Sandstad to close the public hearing. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 2: Wissner moved, seconded by Sandstad to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Opus Corporation for Comprehensive Guide Plan Change from Office to Industrial on 5.22 acres based'on plans dated August 20, 1993 and subject to the Staff Report dated August 20, 1993. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 3: Wissner moved, seconded by Sandstad to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Opus Corporation for PUD Concept Amendment on 5.22 acres based on plans dated August 20, 1993 and subject to the Staff Report dated August 20, 1993. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 4: Wissner moved, seconded by Sandstad to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Opus Corporation for Rezoning from Office to Industrial on 5.22 acres based on plans dated August 20, 1993 and subject to the Staff Report dated August 20, 1993. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 5: Wissner moved, seconded by Sandstad to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Opus Corporation for Site Plan Review on 5.22 acres based on plans dated August 20, 1993 and subject to the Staff Report dated August 20, 1993. Motion carried 5-0-0. V. MEMBERS' REPORTS Schlampp thanked City Engineer, Al Gray, for attending the meeting and helping to clarify some issues. Franzen believed that Gray had helped the neighbors feel more comfortable with the proposal. VI. CONTINUING BUSINESS VU. NEW BUSINESS VIII. PLANNERS' REPORTS IX. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Schlampp moved, seconded by Clinton to adjourn the meeting at 11:00 PM. Motion carried 5-0-0. 11 AGENDA EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION Monday, August 23, 1993 - 7:00 p.m. COMMISSION MEMBERS: Tim Bauer, Kenneth E. Clinton, Cynthia Clish, Katherine Kardell, Douglas Sandstad, Edward Schlampp, Mary Jane Wissner STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE: Lisa-Marie Gualtieri " STAFF MEMBERS: Chris Enger, Director of Community Development; Michael D. Franzen, Senior Planner; Donald Uram, ' Planner; Deb Edlund, Recording Secretary I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -- ROLL CALL H. APPROVAL OF AGENDA III. MINUTES IV PUBLIC HEARINGS Continued from August 9, 1993 meeting: A. PETER ANDREA TWIN HOMES by Peter Andrea. Request for Zoning District Change from Rural to RM-6.5 on 8.89 acres, Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-22 on 6 acres, and Preliminary Plat of 14.89 acres into 16 twin home lots and 6 single family lots. Location:Willow Creek Road and Bryant Lake Drive. B. SHADY OAK RIDGE 4TH ADDITION by Joe Ruzic. Request for Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-13.5 on 2.28 acres and Preliminary Plat of 2.28 acres into 4 single family lots. Location: Northwest comer of Rowland Road and Old Shady Oak Road. C. BACHMAN'S by Bachman's Inc. Request-for PUD Concept Review on 23 acres, PUD District Review with waivers on 5.867 acres, Rezoning from Rural to Commercial Regional Service on 5.867 acres and Preliminary Plat of 12.57 acres into 2 lots and 1 outlot. Location: Northwest comer of Prairie Center Drive and Singletree Lane. D. VIROMED LABORATORIES by Opus Corporation. Request for Comprehensive Guide Plan Change from Office to Industrial on 5.22 acres, PUD Concept Amendment on 5.22 acres, Rezoning from Office to Industrial and Site Plan Review on 5.22 acres for construction of a 50,550 square foot building. Location: Opus Circle Blue east of American Family Insurance. V. MEMBERS' REPORTS _ VI. CONTINUING BUSINESS VII. NEW BUSINESS VIII. PLANNERS' REPORTS IX. ADJOURNMENT