Planning Commission - 07/22/1991 AGENDA
EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING CONAIISSION
Monday, July 22, 1991
7:30 p.m.
COMMISSION MEMBERS: Chairperson Charles Ruebling, Tim Bauer, Robert Hallett,
Karen Norman, Doug Sandstad, James Hawkins and
Katherine Kardell
STAFF MEMBERS: Chris Enger, Director of Planning; Michael Franzen,
Senior Planner; Don Uram, Planner; Deb Edlund,
Recording Secretary
Pledge of Allegiance -- Roll Call
I. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
II. MEMBERS REPORTS
M. MINUTES
IV. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
A. BLUFFS E. 10TH ADDITION (91-18-Z-P-PUD) by Hustad
Development. Request for Planned Unit Development District Review
within the overall Bluff Country Planned Unit Development on 12.3 acres
with waivers; Zoning District Change from R1-22 to R1-13.5 on 12.3
acres; Preliminary Plat of 12.3 acres into 20 single family lots, six outlots
and road right-of-way to be known as Bluffs East 10th Addition.
Location: southwest of Bluff Road between White Tail Crossing and Wild
Duck Pass. A public hearing.
B. HAMILTON ADDITION(91-19-Z-P)by Bernard Y. Hamilton. Request
for Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-13.5 on 0.98 acres; and
Preliminary Plat of 0.98 acres into 2 single family lots and road right-of-
way to be known as Bernard Hamilton Addition. Location: 14380 Staring
Lake Parkway. A public hearing.
C. BOULDER POINTE 2ND ADDITION (91-20-Z-P) by Robert H.
Mason, Inc. Request for Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-13.5
on 43.7 acres; and Preliminary Plat of 68 acres into 74 single family lots,
three outlots and road right-of-way to be known as Boulder Pointe 2nd
Addition. Location: south of Mitchell Road, west of- Twin Lakes
Crossing and north of Victoria Drive. A public hearing.
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July 22, 1991 Page Two
D. SINGLETREE PLAZA (91-16-Z-SPR) by The Robert Larsen Partners.
Request for Zoning District Change from Rural to C-Reg-Ser on
approximately 19 acres with variances to be reviewed by the Board of
Appeals, and Site Plan Review on approximately 19 acres for construction
of 114,000 square feet of commercial uses to be known as Singletree
Plaza. Location: South of Singletree Lane, east of Prairie Center Drive,
west of Eden Road. A public hearing.
V. OLD BUSINESS
VI. PLANNER'S REPORTS
VIE[. ADTOIRNMENT
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CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE
APPROVED PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
July 22, 1991
CONMSSION MEMBERS: Chairperson Charles Ruebling, Tim Bauer, Robert Hallett,
Karen Norman, Doug Sandstad, James Hawkins and
Katherine Kardell
STAFF MEMBERS: Michael Franzen, Senior Planner; Clare T. Kearney, Acting
Recording Secretary
Pledge of Allegiance -- Roll Call
Roll Call: Norman and Sandstad absent
I. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Bauer, seconded by Kardell to approve the agenda of the July 22, 1991
Planning Commission meeting. Motion carried 5-0.
H. MEMBERS REPORTS
• This item was moved to the end of the meeting.
III. MINUTES
Minutes for the July 8, 1991, Planning Commission meeting were unavailable for
review.
IV. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
A. BLUFFS E. 10TH ADDITION (91-18-Z-P-PUD) by Hustad
Development. Request for Planned Unit Development District Review
within the overall Bluff Country Planned Unit Development on 12.3 acres
with waivers; Zoning District Change from R1-22 to R1-13.5 on 12.3
acres; Preliminary Plat of 12.3 acres into 20 single family lots, six outlots
and road right-of-way to be known as Bluffs East loth Addition.
Location: southwest of Bluff Road between White Tail Crossing and Wild
Duck Pass. A public hearing.
Franzen stated that this proposal is another phase of the Bluff Country
PUD approved in 1985 for 180 ± acres and 350 housing units. The
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proponent had contemplated going to R1-13.5 lot sizes when approved at
that time. .
Wally Hustad, Hustad Development reported that the area is located west
of County Road 18 and east of Purgatory Creek adjacent to the bluff area.
The areas were previously platted out as outlots. The current proposal is
to upgrade the streets to City standards and change some lot configurations
from those approved in 1985. Hustad indicated that sewer problems are
occurring in the area now. The lots proposed are larger than those on the
previous plat. Hustad stated that the plan is to get a more contemporary
layout for the plat with house pads lined up. Elevations will be raised to
allow for more walkout basements. The replatting will also correct minor
property line discrepancies. Homes will range from$250,000-$400,000.
Hawkins asked if utilities would be buried. Hustad replied that they
would. Hawkins asked about the existing houses. Hustad responded that
all utilities will be underground.
Franzen reviewed the conditions of the staff report which included the
elimination of Outlots B=F to be included within the City right-of-way,
revision of the grading plan to correct an elevation error in Outlot A,
providing detailed storm water runoff, erosion control and utility plans for
review by the City Engineer, providing detailed storm water runoff and •
erosion control plans for review by the Watershed District, submission of
details for the proposed retaining wall next to the tennis court, payment of
a cash park fee, and petitioning the City to vacate unused portions of street
right-of-way.
Hallett noted that 19 lots are to be approved, -and only 17 building pads
are shown on the plat. Hustad indicated where the changes will take place
on two of the older lots to make a total of 19 lots.
Ruebling asked the proponent if there were any issues with the staff
report. Hustad replied that there are not.
Bauer suggested that the minutes of Planning Commission meetings be
provided to the Commissioners for developments that have been previously
approved.
Hawkins questioned the condition for storm water runoff review and
suggested that approval be included in the condition.
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MOTION 1•
Moved by Bauer, seconded by Kardell to close the public hearing. Motion
carried 5-0.
MOTION 2:
Moved by Bauer, seconded by Kardell to recommend to the City Council
approval of the request of Hustad Development for Planned Unit
Development District Review, with waivers, and Zoning District Change
from R1-22 to R1-13.5 on 12.3 acres for construction of 20 single family
lots, six outlots, and road right-of-way, to be known as Bluffs East loth
Addition, based on plans dated July 11,, 1991, subject to the
recommendations of the Staff Report dated July 19, 1991. Motion carried
5-0.
MOTION 3•
• Moved by Bauer, seconded by Hallett to recommend to the City Council
approval of the request of Hustad Development for Preliminary Plat of
12.3 acres into 20 single family lots, six outlots, and road right-of-way to
be known as Bluffs East loth Addition, based on plans dated. July 11,
1991, subject to the recommendations of the Staff Report dated July 19,
1991. Motion carried 5-0.
B. HAMILTON ADDITION(91-19-Z-P)by Bernard Y. Hamilton. Request
for Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-13.5 on 0.98 acres; and
Preliminary Plat of 0.98 acres into 2 single family lots and road right-of-
way to be known as Bernard Hamilton Addition. Location: 14380 Staring
Lake Parkway. A public hearing.
Frank Cardarelle, representing the proponent stated that this is a two lot
plat on the remaining piece of unplatted property between Twin Lakes
Crossing and Staring Lake Parkway. The lots are 17,000 and 22,000
square feet, and the proponent agrees to the conditions in the staff report.
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Hawkins asked if there is a sidewalk along the area. Cardarelle replied
that there is a sidewalk on Staring Lakes Parkway on the east and west
sides of the road.
MOTION 1.
Moved by Kardell, seconded by Hallett to close the public hearing.
Motion carried 5-0.
MOTION 2•
Moved by Kardell, seconded by Bauer to recommend to the City Council
approval of the request of Bernard Y. Hamilton for Zoning District
Change from Rural to R1-13.5 on 0.98 acre for construction of two single
family lots and road right-of-way, to be known as the Hamilton Addition,
based on plans dated July 16, 1991, subject to the recommendations of the
Staff Report dated July 19, 1991. Motion carried 5-0.
MOTION 3• •
Moved by Kardell, seconded by Bauer to recommend to the City Council
approval of the request of Bernard Y. Hamilton for Preliminary Plat of
0.98 acre into two single family lots and road right-of-way, to be known
as the Hamilton Addition, based on plans dated July 16, 1991, subject to
the recommendations of the Staff Report dated July 19, 1991. Motion
carried 5-0.
C. BOULDER POINTE 2ND ADDITION (91-20-Z-P) by Robert H.
Mason, Inc. Request for Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-13.5
on 43.7 acres; and Preliminary Plat of 68 acres into 75 single family lots,
two outlots and road right-of-way to be known as Boulder Pointe 2nd
Addition. Location: south of Mitchell Road, west of Twin Lakes
Crossing and north of Victoria Drive. A public hearing.
Franzen indicated that the plat of Boulder Pointe was approved in 1988
with the number of lots reduced to 250. This proposal is a phase of the
project adjacent to the twin homes in the area.
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Randy Trevalia, representing Robert H. Mason, Inc. indicated that the
plan is to continue with the plan established with the approval of the PUD
in 1988. The single family first phase will have 21 homes. A total of 75
homes are proposed for the development. Trevalia indicated that they are
agreeable to staff report conditions for approval. They do, however, wish
to lower the size of the retaining wall by 2-3' and still accomplish
appropriate grading for the housing pads while saving the significant
cottonwood trees in the area. Trevalia stated that the proponent wishes to
begin construction as soon as possible and would like to have a model
home during the Parade of Homes in September. He highlighted the area
to be developed on the site plan and indicated that the same kinds of
landscape treatments as in the first addition will be used in this
development. Trevalia reviewed the grading work that will need to be
done stating that natural contours will be followed as much as possible.
Hallett asked where the cottonwood trees were located. Trevalia noted the
location.
•. Hawkins- asked where the pond that will be filled is located and if any
other ponds will remain in the development. Trevalia responded that there
are two ponds in the original Boulder Pointe development, and there are
two more in the new development.
Hallett questioned who the proponent was working with to preserve the
chain of lakes in the area. Franzen indicated that the development was
reviewed by Bob Obermeyer of the Purgatory Creek Watershed District.
Trevalia indicated that the system is actually in place now. The inlet
which is currently buried will be opened up with construction.
Franzen reviewed the approval conditions in the staff report. He called
the Planning Commission's attention to the two attachments to the report.
Attachment #1 showed ways that the trees could be saved during' the
grading process. Attachment #2 showed the overall sidewalk system
proposed within the project. Victoria Drive will be extended to connect
to Mitchell Road with additional right-of-way in the southwest corner to
allow the opportunity for a parcel of land in the south to develop in the
future.
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Ruebling questioned tree loss in the staff report and asked if tree
replacement would be needed. Franzen responded that the developer is
proposing additional trees beyond what is required by City ordinance.
Hawkins questioned Item 3A on page 5 and suggested that 48 hours
advance notice of grading.be amended to read two full business days.
Franzen took the suggestion under advisement and indicated that it may be
a part of the grading permit already.
MOTION 1
Moved by Hawkins, seconded by Bauer that the proponent advise the City
two business days prior to the commencement of grading. Motion carried
5-0.
MOTION 2•
Moved by Hallett, seconded by Bauer to close the public hearing. Motion •
carried 5-0.
MOTION 3•
Moved by Hallett, seconded by Bauer to recommend to the City Council
approval of the request of Robert H. Mason, Inc., for Zoning District
Change from Rural to R1-13.5 on 43.7 acres for construction of 75 single
family lots, two outlots, and road right-of-way, to be known as the
Boulder Pointe 2nd Addition, based on plans dated July 17, 1991, subject
to the recommendations of the Staff Report dated July 19, 1991. Motion
carried 5-0.
MOTION 4•
Moved by Hallett, seconded by Hawkins to recommend to the City
Council approval of the request of Robert H. Mason, Inc., for Preliminary
Plat of 68 acres into 75 single family lots, two outlots, and road right-of-
way, to be known as the Boulder Pointe 2nd Addition, based on plans
dated July 17, 1991, subject to the recommendations of the Staff Report
dated July 19, 1991. Motion carried 5-0.
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D. SINGLETREE PLAZA (91-16-Z-SPR) by The Robert Larsen Partners.
Request for Zoning District Change from Rural to C-Reg-Ser on
approximately 19 acres with variances to be reviewed by the Board of
Appeals, and Site Plan Review on approximately 19 acres for construction
of 114,000 square feet of commercial uses to be known as Singletree
Plaza. Location:- South of Singletree Lane, east of Prairie Center Drive,
west of Eden Road. A continued public hearing.
Franzen indicated that Kelly Doran (Robert Larsen Partners), Bruce
Bermel (property owner), and Dale Beckman (BRW) were in attendance
to discuss the Singletree Plaza plan changes.
Kelly Doran_Robert Larsen Partners indicated that significant
modifications have been made to the site plan including internal parking
lot circulation, drive lanes, location of the private road and some
significant modifications to landscaping and parking area circulation. He
stated that landscaping is now at 15-20% in the parking lot where the
• City's ordinance requires 5%. Doran believed that issues have been dealt
with which are in the staff report.
Doran stated that the City's urban design consultant has not provided ideas
for the downtown area as of yet. Doran believed that an agreement with
staff has been reached as far as what the project should look like. He
indicated that he will continue to work with staff but-does not want to
slow down the progress of the project. He stated that the plan is to go
forward to the August 6 City Council meeting and return to the August 12
Planning Commission meeting with the exact details of how the project
will look. Doran hoped that the urban design report would be available
at that time.
Bauer asked if there have been enough meetings with the urban design
team to even have enough ideas of what they are planning. Franzen
indicated that the first meeting will be on July 23. Franzen indicated there
will be clear idea of what is planned by the next Planning Commission
meeting. Bauer was concerned about another expert coming in that will
put this project even further behind. Kardell asked if the urban design
team would have a report available prior to the City Council meeting on
August 6. Franzen replied that there would be. He stated that the shape
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of the Wal-Mart building will not be changed; however, there is enough
room in the front to add plaza features which is what staff is hoping the
urban design team will be recommending. It was important to get the site
plan to a point where the urban design team would have room to work
with.
Franzen discussed the grading of the property. He stated that staff s main
concern is the screening of the parking lot and views of the loading area.
Doran reviewed the proposed expansion and adjacent drive areas. Doran
indicated that the expansion may occur or may not.
Franzen indicated that it is important to plan the site as if the expansion
will occur. It must be taken into consideration now so there will not be
any problems later.
Bauer was concerned with the site and.how the building will sit on the
site. Dale Beckmann suggested meeting on the site to review the project.
Franzen believed that it would be easier to visualize once the grading is •
completed. Beckmann indicated that the base of the highline tower will
be close in elevation to the first floor elevation of the Wal-Mart building.
Doran believed that walking the site would make all the difference in
understanding the project and the difficulties in developing the site.
Ruebling questioned the slope of the parking lot from the building.
Beckmann replied that there is a steady 3% slope from the front door to
the west or three feet for every 100 feet, sloping 15 feet from the front
door to the edge of the property. Ruebling questioned the north/south
slopes. Beckman indicated that the elevations of the northwest and
southwest corners are close to each other.
Doran stated that there will be an 8-9' retaining wall on the east end of the
parking lot. Franzen indicated that a bird's eye view perspective of the
site at the next meeting would be helpful for the Planning Commission.
Kardell asked how high the site is in comparison with the Flagship
Athletic Club. Doran responded that at street level, you wouldn't be able
to see the Wal-Mart site from the Flagship. Beckman indicated that the
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entrance at the access road and entrance off Singletree (?) would be the
same elevation when completed.
Doran reported that Chris Enger .visited the Wal-Mart corporate
headquarters last week. He believed that the meeting was successful.
Franzen reported that staff is concerned about the size of the loading area
and screening in the back of the building. The southeast corner of the
loading area will be visible from 169. Doran stated that the Wal-Mart
products will come from their own distribution center, and truck traffic
would be minimal because of this.
Hawkins stated that it appeared that the loading area would be open with.
the expansion and asked why it wasn't being required to be closed like
Dataserv. Franzen stated that it might be'possible that roofing, screening
and berming will be required. He further stated that staff has not
discussed the total solution with the proponent, but there will be a solution
for the next Planning Commission meeting. Doran indicated that the
• loading dock will not be fronting onto a public street as is the case in other
areas of the city. Franzen stated that staff did not want the loading area
to be so small that they can't operate the store efficiently.
Hawkins suggested that the building line be extended in the expansion area
and the loading area be roofed to provide a.uniform appearance from
Singletree Lane. Doran stated that with the changes in grade, the building
will not be visible from Singletree Lane and didn't believe that a roof was
necessary.
Beckmann discussed the grade change from the road to the loading dock
stating that it was 10'. He indicated that they are close to a solution to the
problem with staff. Franzen stated that staff will not rely on plant
materials to solve the screening issue. Doran discussed the cost of roofing
the loading dock indicating that it was cost prohibitive.
Hallett believed that it is very important for the proponent and staff to
work together on this issue so that the best interests of the City are
considered. Doran stated that they have exceeded for the most part all,the
City's requirements to date.
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Kardell asked for an update on progress on the other tract of land.
Franzen reported that a consultant has been hired to talk to the property
owners along Highway 169 to ask them if they will be willing to sell their
property. There is no final recommendation yet. Franzen indicated that
construction on the Wal-Mart site will not begin until six months after City
approval to allow the City time to study sites for a Wal-Mart on Highway
169. Ruebling asked if Wal-Mart is agreeable with this. Doran responded
that they are.
Kardell asked if the traffic study would be incorporated into the staff
report recommendations. Franzen replied that the traffic consultant is
being used as part of the design team. The consultant is concerned about.
internal circulation on the site.
Hallett questioned park dedication requirements. Doran responded that a
cash park dedication is not required, because the subdivision of the
property is not taking place. Hallett asked if the PR&NR Commission
would be reviewing this proposal. Franzen indicated that they would in
the near future.
Ruebling asked how the stand of trees along Prairie Center Drive would
be maintained. Doran replied that it will be maintained by Wal-Mart.
Much of it will remain in its natural state.
Ruebling questioned the perception of Wal-Mart as far as product quality
and building design are concerned. He asked if the building proposed will
be a "cut above" other communities. Doran replied that the building will
be all brick and is a step up from a typical Wal-Mart. Franzen indicated
that staff will still be looking at the building in accordance with the City's
guidelines for building.
Franzen discussed the options that the City Council will have. at their
meeting on August 6 and their desire to review the project as it is
progressing. Ruebling suggested that members of the Planning
Commission attend the City Council meeting. Franzen stated that a formal
report will be written next week on this proposal.
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MOTION 1:
Moved by Hawkins, seconded by Bauer to continue the public hearing to
the August 12, 1991 Planning Commission meeting. Motion carried 5-0.
V. OLD BUSINESS
H. MEMBERS REPORTS
Kardell reported on the City Council's consideration of the Carpenter North PUD
proposal.
Hawkins complimented the staff on the amount of work done on the Carpenter
North PUD proposal.
VI. PLANNER'S REPORTS
VH. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Hawkins, seconded by Kardell to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 p.m.
Motion carried 5-0.
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