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Planning Commission - 07/27/1987 AGENDA EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION • Monday, July 27, 1987 7:30 p.m. COMMISSION MEMBERS: Chairman Ed Schuck, Richard Anderson, Julianne Bye, Christine Dodge, Doug Fell, Robert Hallett, Charles Ruebling STAFF MEMBERS: Chris Enger, Director of Planning; Michael Franzen, Senior Planner; Don Uram, Assistant Planner; Ann Kenyon, Recording Secretary Pledge of Allegiance--Roll Call I . APPROVAL OF AGENDA II. MEMBERS REPORTS III. MINUTES IV. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS (7:35) A. WYNDHAM CREST, by Burl Corporation. Request for Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-13.5 on 19.9 acres, Preliminary Plat of 27.9 acres into 25 single family lots, 1 outlot, and road right-of-way. Location: West of Purgatory Creek, east of Tristram Way. A continued public hearing. (8:00) B. SOUTHWEST CROSSING II, by Vantage Companies. Request for Planned Unit Development, Concept Amendment on 109.68 acres, Planned Unit Development District Review on 109.68 acres with variances for building height, Zoning District Change from Commercial Regional to Office on 5 .13 acres and Board of Appeals variances for Shoreland setback, building height, impervious surface, and impervious surface below the high water mark of Smetana Lake for the construction of a 247,000 square foot office building. Location: North of Viking Drive, and south of Smetana Lake. A continued public hearing. (9:00) C. DATASERV, by Opus Corporation. Request for Planned Unit Development Concept Amendment on 17.4 acres, Zoning District Change from Rural to I-2 on approximately 1.5 acres for the construction of an additional parking area for the existing Datasery Headquarters. Location: East of the intersection of Technology Drive and Prairie Center Drive. A public hearing. (9:10) D. FOUNTAIN PLACE, by CSM Corporation. Request for Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment from Regional Commercial to High Density Residential on 8 acres and from Public Open Space to High Density Residential on 4.5 acres, Planned Unit Development Concept Review on approximately 52 acres, Planned Unit Development District Review and Zoning District Change from Rural to RM-2.5 on 29.3 acres with variances, Preliminary Plat of approximately 52 acres into 4 lots, 1 outlot, and road right-of-way, and Environmental Assessment Worksheet Review for construction of a 490-unit apartment project. Location: West of Highway #169, north of Columbine Road. A public hearing. Agenda Monday, July 27, 1987 • Page Two V. OLD BUSINESS VI . NEW BUSINESS VII. PLANNER' S REPORT VIII . ADJOURNMENT *NOTE: THE TIMES LISTED ABOVE ARE TENTATIVE, AND MAY BE SIGNIFICANTLY EARLIER, OR LATER, THAN LISTED. • MINI 'ES EDEN PRAIRIE PLAISIMU COMMISSION Monday, July 27, 1987 City Council Chambers 7:30 p.m. MD BERS PRESENT: Julianne Bye, Christine Dodge, Douglas Fell, Robert Hallett, Charles Ruebling MEMBERS ABSENT: Chairman Ed Schuck, Richard Anderson STAFF PRESENT: Michael Franzen, Senior Planner; Ann Kenyon, Recording Secretary Pledge of Allegiance - Roll Call I. APPROVAL OF AGENDA �MON: Motion was made and seconded to approve the agenda as printed. Motion carried 5-0-0 II. MEMBERS REPORTS None. • III. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS A. WYNDHAM CREST, by Burl Corporation. Request for zoning District ge from Rural to R1-13.5 on 19.9 acres, Preliminary Plat of 27.9 acres into 25 single family lots, 1 outlot, and road right-of-way. Location: West"of Purgatory Creek, east of Tristram Way. A continued public hearing. Planner Franzen introduced Peter Bishop representing the Burl Corporation and explained that t-tis item was continued from the . June 22 meeting. At that time the Planning Commission asked the developer to provide additional information in several areas, including the possibility of a through-road connection to Chennaultway, the development of lots adjacent to the floodplain, and a plan which would save more of the existing trees. Nx. Bishop reported on what they had done to address the recommendations of the Commission. Franzen stated that after examining the soil and topographic information given to staff by the developer, the City Engineer did not recommended the through-street. Planning Commission Minutes -2- July 27, 1987 Developer showed the Commission a plan where the tree loss can be reduced from 687 to 26% by the extensive use of retaining walls on the individual lots. Planner Franzen indicated when the City Forester was consulted, he moved the tree loss up to 32%. The developer must provide a detailed plan of the proposed retaining walls and bond covering 150% of the cost of the construction. Planner Franzen stated that with regard to the 100 year floodplain, the basement floor has to be 1 foot about this. In the recent rain, the water rose above that level. The developer was asked to take a closer look at the 3 lots to see if they could be raised up a little higher. Franzen recommended approval of this project based on the revised plan that was presented here tonight and the additional recommendations that were in the Staff Report. Bye asked where the storm water run off was going to be. Bishop stated that they are two feet above the recommendation. All the disturbed area will be graded and a filter fence will be installed all around the area. This will be done during construction and developer will make sure this is in operation at all times. Franzen asked if it were possible to run an overland swale in the basin area. Bishop said that provisions have been made where the water will overflow in the streets. Hallett suggested that Staff take pictures so they have an idea what the lots looked like after the recent rain storm and have some idea where the water line was. Then the purchasers of the property would know there is a potential for flooding before it is developed. • MOTION 1: Motion was made by Fell, seconded by Bye, to close the public hearing. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 2: Motion was made by Bye, seconded by Fell, to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Burl Corporation for Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-13.5 on 19.9 acres for Wyndham Crest, based on revised plans dated July 23, 1987, subject to the recommendation of the Staff Reports dated July 24, and June 22, 1987. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 3: Motion was made by Bye, seconded by Ruebling, to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Burl Corporation for Preliminary Plat of 27.9 acres into 25 single family lots, one outlot, and road right-of-way, based on revised plans dated July 23, 1987, subject to the recommendations of the Staff Reports dated July 24, and June 22, 1987. Motion carried 5-0-0. Planning Commission Minutes -3- July 27, 1987 B. SOUTHWEST CROSSING II, by Vantage Companies. Request for Planned Unit Development Concept Amendment on 109.68 acres, Planned Unit Development District Review on 109.68 acres with variances for building height, Zoning District Change from Commercial Regional to Office on 5.13 acres and Board of Appeals variances for Shoreland setback, building height, impervious surface, and impervious surface below the high water mark of Smetana Lake for the construction of a 247,000 square foot office building. Location: North of Viking Drive, and south of Smetana Lake. A continued public hearing. Dale Beckman of BRW gave a brief overview of the Southwest Crossing II project indicating that the developer wants to create a campus image with the lake at the entrance of the building. He had a model showing where the front side of the parking lot will not be visible. Franzen asked Matt Nicoll to focus on the recommendations listed in the Staff Report. Developer said they had no problem with the recommendations except with the total site FAR for the 109-acre PUD not exceeding 0.34, restrictions on impervious surface, and conservancy restrictions. They will have a little trouble with this and would like some flexibility. Hallett asked for comments. Ruebling expressed concern about the traffic situation. The study that was done just deals with Phase II • and doesn't take into consideration full development. He asked specifically what level of service the intersection of Prairie Center Drive and Viking Drive is at full development. Franzen said the MCA traffic study is being updated. When this is complete, we will have a better handle on what the traffic is and what improvements will be necessary. The new study will be complete in 30-60 days and will be distributed to the Planning Commission and the City Council. Dodge suggested that the City Attorney be asked to address the restrictive covenants including FAR, conservancy and impervious surface. Franzen stated that the City Attorney can work with Vantage on this. Bye expressed concern that the parking areas will not be screened properly. Fell would like to see more evergreens for better year round screening adding that he would like to see a revised plan before sending this item to the City Council. Fell also asked about the long term parking ramp maintenance, and are guidelines or is this left up to the developer? Franzen suggested talking to the cities of Minneapolis and Bloomington who have had a lot of experience in this area. Fell wondered if we were setting a precedent on the height of the buildings. Franzen stated that the City Council has approved the Wilson Learning Center which is 18 feet higher than this building. Planning Commission Minutes -4- July 27, 1987 Hallett asked if employees will be able to walk completely around Smetana Lake. Franzen indicated that the Parks Commission will review this and determine if a walkway should go around the lake. Hallett asked what percentage of the present building is occupied. - 7070. Ruebling indicated that the restrictive covenants should also include a provision to guarantee the average shoreland setback off 200 feet and setbacks from the creek as shown on the approved plan. Matt Nicoll asked the Planning Commission if they could make the screening of the parking lot, review of restrictive covenants and traffic as a prior to Council review condition. Commissioners Dodge and Bye indicated that they were uncomfortable approving the project without first knowing if it is possible to screen the parking lot from I-494. Motion was made by Bye to continue this to the August loth Planning Commission meeting subject to a revised plan which screens parking from I-494, a review of restrictive covenant including shoreland setback, FAR, impervious surface and conservancy areas by the City Attorney's office and provision of more information on traffic. Ruebling seconded the motion. Motion carried 5-0-0. C. DATASERV, by Opus Corporation. Request for Planned Unit Development Concept Amendment on 17.4 acres, Zoning District • Change from Rural to I-2 on approximately 1.5 acres for the construction of an additional parking area for the existing Datasery Headquarters. Location: East of the intersection of Technology Drive and Prairie Center Drive. A public hearing. John McKenzie of Datasery explained that due to recent relocation of employees, the present parking facilities are not adequate. The proposal is for a temporary parking lot which will eventually lead to permanent parking as part of Phase II development. Fell asked what our ordinance is for parking. Franzen stated it is based on square footage rather than the number of people. Five spaces are needed per 1,000 sq.ft. Franzen recommended approval of according to the staff recommendations. MOTION 1: Motion was made by Bye, seconded by Ruebling, to close the public hearing. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 2: Motion was made by Bye, seconded by Dodge, to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Opus Corporation for Planned Unit Development Concept Amendment on 17.4 acres for the Datasery Headquarters, based on plans dated June 23, 1987, subject to the recommendations of the Staff Report dated July 24, 1987. Motion carried 5-0-0. Planning Commission Minutes -5- July 27, 1987 MOTION 3: Motion was made by Bye, seconded by Dodge, to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of Opus Corporation for Zoning District Change from Rural to I-2 on approximately 1.5 acres for construction of an additional parking area for DataSery Headquarters, based on plans dated June 23, 1987, subject to the recommendations of the Staff Report dated July 24, 1987. Motion carried 5-0-0. D. FOUNTAIN PLACE, by CSM Corporation. Request for Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment from Regional Commercial to High Density Residential on 8 acres and from Public Open Space to High Density Residential on 4.5 acres, Planned Unit Development Concept Review on approximately 52 acres, Planned Unit Development District Review and Zoning District Change from Rural to RM-2.5 on 29.3 acres with variances, Preliminary Plat of approximately 52 acres into 4 lots, 1 outlot, and road right-of-way, and Environmental Assessment Worksheet Review for construction of a 490-unit apartment project. Location: West of Highway #169, north of Columbine Road. A public hearing. The developer described briefly the plans for the project including variances, a guide plan amendment from regional commercial and open • space to high density residential to allow for development of 490 apartment units. The ordinance calls for 757. brick. The design of these 4-story buildings is 627 brick. He stated they are asking for the variance because they have come up with such a good looking building and would not like to see it go to a 4-story all brick- building. He asked the Planning Commission to consider this even though the ordinance calls for 75% brick. Hallett stated the ordinance is at 75% because of maintenance. Hallett commented that Staff tends to support apartments in the city. Approval has been give for 2,000 units in the last three years. Bye asked if the Commission wanted to send a directive to the City Council on the 75% brick issue. Hallett answered, yes. Dodge again expressed concern about the maintenance of the building. Franzen said a traffic review was done and Columbine Road will be extended to Prairie Center Drive. Planning Commission Minutes -6- July 27, 1987 Fell asked about public safety. The fire marshal and the police have an interest in larger complexes in the parking lot lighting, etc. Developer said they had consulted the fire marshal but not the police. Hallett thought it was a good idea to have the police take a look at more properties for safety issues and lighting. YOrION 1: Motion was made by Dodge, seconded by Bye, to close the public hearing. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 2: Motion was made by Dodge to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of CSM Corporation for Fountain Place for Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment from Regional Commercial to High Density Residential on eight acres and from Public Open Space to High Density Residential on 4.5 acres, based on plans dated June 26, 1987, subject to the recommendations of the Staff Report dated July 24, 1987 and subject to a minimum of 6% increase in brick. Motion seconded by Fell. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 3: Motion was made by Dodge, seconded by Bye, to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of CSM Corporation for Fountain Place for Planned Unit Development Concept of approximately 52 . acres, based on plans dated June 26, 1987, subject to the recommendation of the Staff Report dated July 24, 1987. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 4: Motion was made by Dodge, seconded by Bye, to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of CSM Corporation fqr Fountain Place for Planned Unit Development District Review with variances and Zoning District Change from rural to B11-2.5 on 29.3 acres, based on plans dated June 26, 1987, subject to the recommendations of the Staff Report dated July 24, 1987. Motion carried 5-0-0. MOTION 5: Motion was made by Dodge, seconded by Bye, to recommend to the City Council approval of the request of CSM Corporation for Fountain Place for Preliminary Plat of approximately 52 acres into four lots, one outlot, and road right-of-way, based on plans dated June 26, 1987, subject to the recommendations of the Staff Report dated July 24, 1987. Motion carried 5-0-0. Planning Commission Minutes -7- July 27, 1987 MOTION 6: Motion was made by Dodge, seconded by Bye, to recommend to the City Council a finding of no significant impact for CSM Corporation for Fountain Place, based on the Environmental Assessment Worksheet dated June 26, 1987. Motion carried 5-0-0. V. OLD BUSINESS None. VI. NEW BUSINESS Fell inquired as to how the city staff currently reviews parking ramps. He indicated that standards should be established. The city should also be looking at the long term maintenance of the parking ramps in the city. This is a most important issue. Bye moved to recommend this to the city. Ruebling seconded the motion. Motion carried 5-0-0. Hallett asked about the path around Smetana. Lake. Bye moved to recommend to the Parks Commission a walk way around Smetana Lake with potential connection to other projects in the area. Ruebling seconded the motion. Motion carried 5-0-0. • Dodge asked about guide plan changes and could a review of the guide plan change as it affects the comprehensive guide plan balance be included as a standard item in the Staff Report. VII. PLANNER'S REPORT None. VIII. ADJOLW MM Motion to adjourn was made by Bye, seconded by Fell. Meeting adjourned at 11:15 p.m.