2005-12-13 PC Agenda Packet
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PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Tuesday, December 13,2005
7:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - ADOPT AGENDA
2. MINUTES
November 9,2005 Regular Meeting (pages 1-13)
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. Pro-Tech Marine Conditional Use Permit Outdoor Storage (pages 14-26)
b. Mobil Station Comprehensive Signage Plan Amendment (pages 27-39)
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4. OTHER BUSINESS
a. Zoning Fees Ordinance (pages 40-41 )
5. ADJOURNMENT
"A quorum of Council members may be present."
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PLANNING and ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES
November 9, 2005
Albertville Council Chamber
7:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - ADOPT AGENDA
PRESENT: Chair Sharon Leintz, Commission members Scott Dorenbush, Frank Kocon, Dan
Wagner, and Tiffany Meza, Council liaison LeRoy Berning, City Planner AI Brixius, and City
Administrator Larry Kruse
ABSENT: Zoning Administrator/Building Official Jon Sutherland, Secretary/City Clerk
Bridget Miller
Chair Leintz called the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting of the City of Albertville to
order at 7:00 p.m.
ADOPT AGENDA
MOTION BY Commission member Wagner, seconded by Commission member Meza to
approve the agenda as presented and on file in the office of the City Clerk. Motion carried
unanimously.
MINUTES
MOTION BY Commission member Wagner, seconded by Commission member Dorenbush to
approve the October 11, 2005 minutes as on file in the office of the City Clerk. Motion carried
unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
GUIMONT CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR TWO ACCESSORY BUILDINGS
Chair Leintz opened the public hearing at 7:04 p.m.
City Planner Brixius shared with the Commission that Tim and DarIa Guimont are seeking to
add an attached garage to their property located at 11641 50th Street. The subject property is
zoned R-IA: Residential Low Density Single Family. The garage addition will be used as
storage space for vehicles and added living space above and below the garage. The attached
garage addition will be located directly northeast of the existing house measuring five hundred
seventy six (576) square feet in area. The applicant's existing six hundred (600) square foot
detached garage will remain, presumably storage space. The applicants have not included any
details of garage construction in submitted application.
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Since the addition is part of the principal building, only the garage space square footage is
totaled with the accessory building square footage. Extra living space on the first floor and .
above the proposed garage addition is added to the square footage of the principal building and is
viewed as a resale asset to the home.
ANALYSIS
Conditional Use Permit. A conditional use permit is required for a combined total floor area of
an accessory detached building and/or attached garage exceeding one thousand one hundred fifty
(1,150) square feet and for the construction of more than one accessory building and/or structure.
According to Ordinance (Section 400.2 Subd. F and Section 1000A. Subd. B, 5 & 7), a
conditional use permit may be granted, provided that:
1) The proposed action has been considered in relation to the specific policies and
provisions of and has been found to be consistent with the official comprehensive plan.
The City Comprehensive Plan designates the property for low density residential uses.
The Comprehensive Plan also encourages reinvestment in single family homes. The
application is consistent with these Comprehensive Plan objectives.
2) The proposed use is or will be compatible with present and future uses of the area.
The total accessory floor space is one thousand one hundred seventy-six (1,176) square
feet, slightly above that allowed by Ordinance. The site is one (1) acre in size and all .
buildings meet required setbacks. The new addition will be compatible with surrounding
land uses of the area and the exterior materials match that of the exiting home.
The applicant indicates that the purpose of the additional attached garage is to house
personal automobiles and add living space on the upper and lower levels. The detached
garage would remain on the property and continue as an accessory building. Access to
the attached garage will be from the driveway to the west. Our staff believes this is an
acceptable arrangement and is characteristic of other homes in the area.
According to submitted project narrative, the applicant's parcel is one (1) acre in size.
This parcel acreage is ample for the construction of an attached garage. In addition,
several residential properties on 50th Street are arranged with an attached garage and
accessory detached garage, demonstrating that the applicant's request is contextually
characteristic. The site plan indicates that the property slopes approximately fourteen
feet (14') from the principal structure to the existing accessory garage, indicating that the
accessory structure will not be visible from 50th Street.
3) The proposed use conforms with all performance standards contained herein.
According to Zoning Ordinance the lot setback requirements for the R-IA: Residential
Low Density Single Family District are as follows:
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Front Yard
Side Yard
Rear Yard
Not less than thirty feet (30')
Lot less than fifteen feet (15') each
Twenty five feet (25')
The applicant has indicated that the north front yard setback will be fifty six (56') feet
and side yard setbacks will be eighteen (18') feet to the east property line and fifty nine
(59') feet to the west property line. Rear yard setback is indicated as two hundred twenty
nine (229') feet to south property line.
All buildings on the site meet R-IA setback standards.
4) The proposed use will not tend to or actual depreciate the area in which it is proposed.
The new house addition will increase the value of the house.
5) The proposed use can be accommodated with existing public service and will not
overburden the city's service capacity.
The new house addition will not increase the demand on City services or utilities.
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Traffic generated by the proposed use is within capabilities of streets serving the
property.
The home expansion will not increase the traffic generation from the site.
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There is a demonstrated need and potential for continued use of the structure and the
purpose is stated.
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The building has an evident re-use function related to the principal use and will be
utilized solely as storage with no business or home occupation activity.
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Accessory building shall be maintained in a manner that is compatible with the
adjacent residential uses and does not present a hazard to public health, safety and
general welfare.
Applicant has indicated that the accessory building will be utilized exclusively for the
storage of personal vehicles and items related to the single family home. As condition of
approval, staff would recommend prohibiting the use of either the attached garage or the
detached accessory building for commercial use or home occupation.
CONCLUSION
Planning staff recommends approval of the CUP. The garage appears to be consistent with the
City's regulations relating to such structures and is contextually reasonable with regard to
surrounding structures of similar construction and use.
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This recommendation would include the following conditions:
1. Garage construction is consistent with the architecture and materials of the existing home.
2. Garage or existing accessory building will not be used for business or home occupation.
Chair Leintz asked the Planning Commission if they had any questions or concerns. None were
expressed. Chair Leintz opened the floor for questions from the public. No comments were
expressed.
Chair Leintz closed the public hearing at 7: 15 p.m.
MOTION BY Commission member Meza, seconded by Commission member Dorenbush to
approve the recommendation for a CUP for Darla and Tim Guimont whose home is located at
11641 50th Street for construction of a second detached garage exceeding one thousand one
hundred fifty (1, l50) square feet) conditioned on the following:
1. Provided that: garage construction is consistent with the architecture and materials of the
existing home.
2. The garage or existing accessory building will not be used for business or home occupation.
Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING
COBORN'S LITTLE DUKES GAS STATION- SITE PLAN REVIEW-CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT.
Chair Leintz opened the public hearing at 7:l6 p.m.
Coborn's Incorporated is seeking site and building plan review and conditional use permit
amendment to add a fifth gasoline pumping station at their location of business at 5398 LaCentre
Avenue. The property is currently zoned B-3: Highway Commercial.
Applicant has indicated that they intend to demolish a seven hundred twenty (720) square foot
section of concrete and asphalt and install a seven hundred twenty (720) square foot fueling pad,
forty-( 40)-square foot island and gasoline pumping station. The canopy addition will include
lighting and motor fuel dispensers.
ANALYSIS
Conditional Use Permit. The applicant is seeking an amendment to a conditional use permit to
expand their gas sales in the B-3: Highway Commercial District. Motor fuel stations in
Albertville are allowed, subject to specific zoning ordinance regulations regarding location, lot
size, site access, parking, surfacing, lighting and grading.
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Location. The submitted application material has indicated that one (1) additional gasoline
pumping station be attached to the eastern end of the existing four (4) gasoline pumping stations.
Lot Size. Motor fuel stations are required to have a minimum lot size of twenty thousand
(20,000) square feet and a minimum lot width of one hundred fifty feet (150'). Subject site is
part of the larger Coborn's site measuring 6.12 acres, which exceeds the lot size standard for gas
sales. The subject site lot size will neither increase nor decrease with the expansion of one
gasoline pumping station.
Site Access. Access to the motor fueling stations are gained from two (2) points of entry from
57th Street NE. Larger vehicles with prohibitive turning radiuses gain access to the site from 57th
Street NE and exit onto LaCentre Avenue NE. According to the contextual site plan (Exhibit A),
site circulation will not be compromised with the introduction of an additional fueling station and
adequate space is provided to access fuel pumps and allow maneuverability around fuel pumps.
The City Engineer makes the following findings related to site access:
1. The proposed expansion will not impact traffic entering or exiting from the easterly
entrance.
2. The proposed expansion will not impact the easterly service drive.
3. The proposed expansion will not impact the existing easterly loading docks.
Parking. Currently, the convenience store building provides seventeen (17) parking stalls for its
customers. The number of parking stalls will not be reduced with the expansion of the additional
fueling station. The gas pump island will off two (2) automobile stacking spaces in addition to
existing parking.
The City Engineer makes the following findings related to site parking:
1. The proposed expansion will not impact the existing parking stalls.
Surfacing. As indicated by the submitted site plan, the fueling station addition area is to be
surfaced in concrete. This is an acceptable surfacing treatment.
The City Engineer makes the following findings related to surfacing:
1. Presently, the location of the proposed improvements is a gently sloped paved surface. The
improvements will not require any grade change.
2. The proposed improvements will not generate additional storm water runoff and will not
impact the existing drainage patterns.
Fueling Stations. Applicant has not indicated fueling station island and canopy details in the
submitted application materials. According to Ordinance, pump islands shall be elevated six
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inches (6") above the traveled surface of the site. The canopy shall not exceed eighteen feet
(18') in height and must provide a minimum of fourteen feet (14') of clearance to accommodate .
a semi trailer truck passing underneath. The canopy fascia shall not exceed three feet (3') in
vertical height. Conditional use permit is conditional upon submittal of these details and review
and approval by the City.
Setbacks. The site plan indicates that the fuel station island setback is forty-five feet (45') from
the north property line and the canopy setback measures thirty-five feet (35') from the north
property line. According to Ordinance, all pump islands shall be set back at least thirty (30') feet
from any property line and the outer edge of any canopy shall be set back at least twenty feet
(20') from any property lines. The submitted application materials meet setback standards.
Lighting. Canopy lighting details have not been provided by the applicant. According to
Ordinance, canopy lighting shall consist of canister spotlights recessed into the canopy and no
portion of the light source or fixture may extend below the bottom face of the canopy. Applicant
must submit canopy lighting details and site photometric demonstrating intensity on public
streets not exceeding one foot-candle as measure from the right-of-way line of said street.
Conditional use permit is conditional upon submittal of these details and review and approval by
the City.
ACTION REQUESTED
The Zoning Ordinance establishes a standard for reviewing conditional use permits which may
include the nature of the adjoining land or buildings, the effect upon traffic into and from the
premises or on any adjoining roads, and all other or further factors as the City shall deem a
prerequisite of consideration in determining the effect of the use on the general welfare, public
health and safety. Following a public hearing, the Planning Commission may consider one of
the following actions:
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Conditional Use Permit
1. Approval of the CUP, based on a finding that the proposed outdoor storage is consistent with
the requirements of the zoning ordinance.
2. Denial of the CUP, based on a finding that the proposed location is inconsistent with the
requirements of the zoning ordinance.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Planning staff recommends approval of the CUP. The fueling station addition appears to be
consistent with the City's regulations relating to such areas.
This recommendation would include the following conditions:
1. Fuel station island and canopy details are submitted by the applicant and subject to the
approval of the City.
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4. City Engineers comments are reviewed and addressed by the applicant.
. 2. Canopy lighting details are submitted by the applicant and subject to the approval of the City.
3. Lighting photometric is submitted and subject to the approval by the City.
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Chair Leintz invited comments from the Planning Commission and no comments were
expressed. Chair Leintz opened the floor for public comments and no comments were received.
Chair Leintz closed the public hearing at 7:26 p.m.
MOTION BY Commission member Kocon, seconded by Commission member Dorenbush to
approve Coborn's Little Dukes Gas Station located at 5398 LaCentre Avenue NE, site plan
review and Conditional Use Permit (CUP) with the following conditions:
1. Fuel station island and canopy details are submitted by the applicant and subject to the
approval of the City.
2. Canopy lighting details are submitted by the applicant and subject to the approval of the City.
3. Lighting photometric is submitted and subject to the approval by the City.
4. City Engineers comments are reviewed and addressed by the applicant.
Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING
PRO- TECH MARINE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
City Planner Brixius stated that Pro-Tech Marine, a marine boat service and repair business, is
seeking a conditional use permit to create an outdoor storage area at their location of business at
5640 MacKenzie Avenue NE. The site is located north ofI-94 at the southern terminus of
MacKenzie Avenue NE and consists of approximately 2.06 acres. The property is currently
zoned B-3: Highway Commercial and marine boat and repair businesses are a permitted use in
this district. The outside storage ordinance, Section 1000.15, Subd. B, requires a conditional use
permit for outside storage of equipment, materials and inventory as a principal or accessory use
for commercial and industrial uses.
According to submitted application description, Pro-Tech Marine is in need of limited exterior
storage to continue their business. This request includes exterior space for marine repair and
inventory storage. In addition, the applicant will also be erecting an eight-foot (8') screen fence
to enclose the outdoor storage area.
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ANALYSIS
The applicant is seeking a conditional use permit for an outdoor storage area at their location of .
business. Commercial outdoor storage areas in Albertville are allowed, subject to specific
zoning ordinance regulations regarding location, setbacks, screening/landscaping, surfacing,
lighting and grading.
Location. The submitted application material has indicated that the enclosed outdoor storage
area be located in the north side yard and east rear yard. According to Zoning Ordinance, the
area to be occupied by outdoor storage cannot occur within the required front or side yard. The
proposed location is compliant with Ordinance standards.
Setbacks. The following are the permissible B-3 setbacks:
B-3 Required
Proposed
Compliant
Front Yard Setback
North Side Yard
Setback
East Rear Yard
Setback
35 feet
Twenty feet (20'), except not less than thirty five
feet (35') when abutting an R district.
Twenty feet (20'), except not less than thirty five
feet (35') when abutting an R district.
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No
15 feet
No
The site plan indicates a zero foot (0') north side yard fence setback and fifteen foot (15') east
rear yard fence setback for the outdoor storage gravel surface area. To be compliant, the .
applicant must submit a revised site plan indicating a north side yard fence setback not less than
twenty feet (20') and an east rear yard fence setback not less than twenty feet (20'). The fence
must also be relocated to meet these setback standards and must define the outdoor storage area.
Screening/Landscaping. Zoning Ordinance states that the outdoor storage area must be totally
fenced, fully screened and landscaped, and a landscape guarantee, as determined by the zoning
administrator, be provided. Applicants have indicated that the proposed storage area will be
screened by an eight-foot (8') fence located along the northern, southern and western extents of
the storage area. A chain link fence is proposed along the eastern property boundary adjacent to
property zoned A-I: Agriculture Rural District. No details have been provided regarding the
fence.
Staff recommends an eight-foot (8') screen fence be provided along all sides of the outdoor
storage. The fence must meet the aforementioned setbacks and a fence detail must be provided
that identifies the fence materials and construction. Staff recommends a solid wood fence to
enhance the view of the storage area from the freeway and adjoining properties. Chain link and
chain link with slats is not acceptable.
It is suggested that the periphery of the opaque fence be planted to break up the horizontal
massing of the fence. Our staff recommends the following landscape treatment for the east and
south fence walls:
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1. Landscape plan indicating clusters of three (3) coniferous trees spaced at thirty (30') foot
intervals. Clusters must consist of at least two (2) coniferous species.
2. Alternative landscape plan may be submitted by the applicant with the same aforementioned
objectives, and is subject to the approval of the City.
Conditional use permit is provisional upon submittal of fence and landscape screening details
and are subject to the approval of the City.
Surfacing. As indicated by the submitted site plan, the outdoor storage area is to be surfaced in
gravel. This surface must be crushed granite, pea gravel or paved to control dust.
Lighting. It is currently presumed that the enclosed outdoor storage area will not be illuminated.
Should exterior lighting be needed, it must be ninety-(90)-degree cut off, hooded light fixtures
and directed so the light source shall not be visible from the public right-of-way or from
neighboring residences and shall be in compliance with Section 1000.100 of the Zoning
Ordinance. Additional review will be required if lighting is planned for the outdoor storage area.
Grading. Submitted site plan does not indicate grading of the storage operation. Conditional
use permit is provisional upon submittal of these grading details and subject to the approval of
the City Engineer.
Signage. Ordinance establishes regulations governing advertising and business signs in the city.
These regulations are intended to permit an efficient, effective and aesthetic means to
communicate using on and off premises signage while recognizing the need to maintain an
attractive and appealing appearance in the community, including appearance along streets and
property used for commercial, industrial and public development and the air space above and
between such development.
It has come to the City's attention that Pro-Tech Marine is in violation of the Ordinance
regarding permitted business signage (Exhibit C) and must be corrected immediately. As
condition of outdoor storage CUP approval, Pro-Tech Marine must comply with the following
B:3 District sign ordinance standards. Violations include:
· Front Wall Signs
Currently, Pro-Tech Marine displays front wall signage in excess of fifteen (15%) of
wall area.
1. Not more than two signs shall be permitted on the front wall of any principal building. The
total area of such two signs shall not exceed fifteen percent (15%) of the wall area. One sign
may be a changeable message board (including reader boards/changeable banners) that is
framed to define its perimeter.
2. Front wall signs, if illuminated, shall be shielded illumination, shielded silhouette lighting or
shielded spot lighting, but not any lighting where the light source itself is visible or exposed
on the face or sides of the characters.
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3. Signs constructed of metal and illuminated by any means required internal wiring or .
electrically wired accessory fixtures attached to a metal sign shall maintain a free clearance
to grade of nine feet (9'). Accessory lighting fixtures attached to a nonmetal frame sign shall
maintain a clearance of nine feet (9') to ground. In the event a metal sign structure or
accessory fixture herein described is grounded by the used of a grounding conductor run with
the circuit conductors, and said structure or fixture is also grounded by being bonded to a
grounding electrode at the sign site, no clearance to grade shall be mandatory.
4. Front wall signs may be gaseous tube or may be illuminated by interior means oflighting of
intensity to prevent excessive glare and shall comply with the regulations established in
Section 10-7-7 of this chapter.
· Side and Rear Wall Signs: A sign or signs shall be permitted on the east rear and/or north
and south side wall of the principal building, subject to the following regulations:
Currently, Pro-Tech Marine displays side and rear wall signage in excess of nine (9)
square feet.
1. The total area of such rear or side wall sign or signs shall not exceed nine (9) square feet. No
rear or side wall signs, other than a sign provided in subsection A2b of this section shall
make used of any word, phrase, symbol or character other than to designate delivery areas.
2.. Notwithstanding subsection A2a of this section, if the main entrance/exit to a particular use
in the principal building opens on the side wall, or on a rear wall, the applicant shall be .
permitted to sign the side or rear wall in accordance with the front wall sign provision of
subsection Al of this section.
· Awning or Canopy Signs: Letters may be painted or otherwise affixed to any permissible
awning of canopy, subject to the following regulations:
Currently, Pro-Tech Marine displays awning and canopy signage letting in excess of
twelve (12") inches.
1. Lettering or letters shall not project above, below, or beyond the physical dimensions of the
awnmg or canopy.
2. Letter or letters shall not be larger from top to bottom than twelve inches (12").
3. Lettering or letters shall not denote other than the name and address of the business
conducted therein and/or product or produces products or sold or service rendered therein.
4. Lettering or letters shall be included in calculation of the maximum sign area of the
permissible wall sign.
· Window Signs
Currently, Pro-Tech Marine displays window signage in excess of twenty percent (20%)
of the entire window area.
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1. In no event shall the size of the interior window signage exceed twenty percent (20%), up to
the maximum offorty (40) square feet, of the entire window area of the one side of the
building upon which said signs shall be displayed.
2. Window signs that are clearly intended for temporary display only may be affixed to a
window or located inside a window surface visible to the general public; provided that the
sign area conforms with the formula allowance outlined in this subsection.
3. The allowable sign area for a window advertising sign is in addition to the total permitted
wall sign area as regulated in subsection 10-7 -8Al of this chapter.
4. Window signs, other than for advertising, such as business identification, or any sign which
is permanently affixed to a window shall constitute a dual purpose sign and thus be regulated
under both this subsection and subsection 10-78Al of this chapter.
Outdoor Storage Use. The applicant has indicated that the outdoor storage space will be
utilized solely for marine repair and inventory storage and have not requested winter/seasonal
marine boat storage in this application. Outdoor sales display of merchandize for sale or rent is
prohibited within the confines of this outdoor storage area.
ACTION REQUESTED
The zoning ordinance establishes a standard for reviewing conditional use permits which may
include the nature of the adjoining land or buildings, the effect upon traffic into and from the
premises or on any adjoining roads, and all other or further factors as the City shall deem a
prerequisite of consideration in determining the effect of the use on the general welfare, public
health and safety. Following a public hearing, the Planning Commission may consider one of
the following actions:
Conditional Use Permit
1. Approval of the CUP, based on a finding that the proposed outdoor storage is consistent with
the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subject to compliance with the setback standards.
2. Continuation of the public hearing for one month to allow applicant to submit a revised site
and building plan that addresses the conditions of this report.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Planning staff recommends approval, conditional upon Sign Ordinance compliance, of the CUP.
The outdoor storage appears to be consistent with the City's regulations relating to such areas.
This recommendation would include the following conditions:
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1. Revised site plan is submitted indicating location of the outdoor storage area and fence,
which meets twenty-foot (20') side and rear yard setbacks.
2. Landscape plan indicating exterior vegetative buffer on the south and east sides of storage
area must be submitted and is subject to City approval.
3. Surface of outdoor storage area must be paved or graveled surface.
4. Eight foot (8') opaque screen fence must enclose all extents of the storage area, including
north, south, east and west edges.
5. Outdoor storage must not exceed height of fence.
6. Fence details must be provided and are subject to the approval of the City.
7. Grading plan is submitted and subject to the approval of the City Engineer.
8. Outdoor storage will be solely utilized for marine repair and inventory storage. Outdoor
sales display of merchandise for sale or rent is prohibited within the confines of this outdoor
storage area. Winter/seasonal storage is prohibited.
9. Business signage is compliant with B-3 District sign ordinance standards.
Chair Leintz asked the Planning Commission for questions, comments or concerns.
The Commission questioned who's determined the height of the fence at eight (8) feet. Brixius
responded that the applicant had submitted that height because they thought that height would be
needed to screen their yard from public view. The applicant stated they were planning on a chain
link fence with vinyl slates, however, was open to doing something else if it was required. The
Commission questioned the elevation difference wondering if a six-foot fence was installed if
vehicles traveling on 1-94 could see over the fence. Discussion then ensued about the type of
construction material; if the lot could be reduced in size and making sure the view from I-94 and
adjoining properties was attractive.
Some discussion was held regarding the planned use of adjoining properties which are currently
undeveloped. City Planner Brixius responded that most is zoned agricultural and is guided
commercial. Landowners have not submitted proposed transportation plans or concept plans for
City consideration.
Chair Leintz then opened the floor for public comments.
Mr. & Mrs. Franklin asked if there would be any boat or outdoor sales allowed and City Planner
Brixius responded that no there would not be any outdoor sales.
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MOTION BY Commission member Dorenbush, seconded by Commissioner Meza to continue
the Public Hearing to December 13, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. or soon thereafter whereby the applicant
will present colored rendering of the fence and building, type of material and fence elevation and .
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a revised site plan identifying the location of the fence in relation to the property along with a
landscaping plan. Public Hearing concluded at 7:40 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION BY Commission member Wagner, seconded by Commission member
Dorenbush to adjourn at 7:45 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
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NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS, INC.
4800 Olson Memorial Highway, Suite 202, Golden Valley, MN 55422
Telephone: 763.231.2555 Facsimile: 763.231.2561 planners@nacplanning.com
PLANNING REPORT
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
RE:
FILE NO:
Larry Kruse
Ann Rexine I Alan Brixius
December 7, 2005
Albertville: Pro-Tech Marine Conditional Use Permit
163.06 - 05.33
BACKGROUND
Pro-Tech Marine, a marine boat service and repair business, is seeking a conditional
use permit to create an outdoor storage area at their location of business at 5640
MacKenzie Avenue Northeast. The site is located north of 1-94 at the southern terminus
of MacKenzie Avenue Northeast and consists of approximately 2.06 acres. The
property is currently zoned B-3: Highway Commercial and marine boat and repair
businesses are a permitted use in this district. The outside storage ordinance, Section
1000.15, Subd. B, requires a conditional use permit for outside storage of equipment,
materials and inventory as a principal or accessory use for commercial and industrial
uses.
According to submitted application description, Pro-Tech Marine is in need of limited
exterior storage to continue their business. This request includes exterior space for
marine repair and inventory storage. In addition, the applicant will also be erecting a six
foot (6') screen fence to enclose the outdoor storage area.
This item was continued from the November meeting to allow the applicant to provide
additional information. Revised plans were received November 21,2005.
Attached for Reference:
Exhibit A:
Exhibit B:
Exhibit C:
Exhibit D:
Exhibit E:
Exhibit F:
Project Narrative
Site Plan
Revised Site Plan (November 21,2005)
Signage Photographs
City Engineers Comments
Fence Detail
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ANAL YSIS
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The applicant is seeking a conditional use permit for an outdoor storage area at their
location of business. Commercial outdoor storage areas in Albertville are allowed,
subject to specific zoning ordinance regulations regarding location, setbacks, screening/
landscaping, surfacing, lighting and grading.
Location. The submitted application material has indicated that the enclosed outdoor
storage area be located in the north side yard and east rear yard. According to Zoning
Ordinance, the area to be occupied by outdoor storage cannot occur within the required
front or side yard. The proposed location is compliant with Ordinance standards.
Setbacks. The following are the permissible B-3 setbacks:
B-3 Required Proposed Compliant
Front Yard Setback 35 feet 150 Yes
North Side Yard Twenty feet (20'), except not less than thirty five 20 feet Yes
Setback feet (35') when abutting an R district.
East Rear Yard Twenty feet (20'), except not less than thirty five 20 feet Yes
Setback feet (35') when abutting an R district.
To be compliant, the applicant has submitted a revised site plan indicating a north side .
yard fence setback and an east rear yard fence setback that meet Ordinance standards
and define the outdoor storage area. The site plan indicates a twenty foot (20') north
side yard fence setback and twenty foot (20') east rear yard fence setback for the
outdoor storage gravel surface area.
Screening/Landscaping. Zoning Ordinance states that the outdoor storage area must
be totally fenced, fully screened and landscaped, and a landscape guarantee, as
determined by the zoning administrator, be provided. Applicants have indicated that the
proposed storage area will be screened by an opaque six foot (6') fence located along
the northern, southern, eastern and western extents of the storage area. This fence will
be constructed of green treated, dog eared, wood panels.
In the original planning report it was suggested that the periphery of the opaque fence
be planted to break up the horizontal massing of the fence. Our staff recommended the
following landscape treatment for the east and south fence walls:
1. Landscape plan indicating clusters of three (3) coniferous trees spaced at thirty
(30') foot intervals. Clusters must consist of at least two (2) coniferous species.
2. Alternative landscape plan may be submitted by the applicant with the same
aforementioned objectives, and is subject to the approval of the City.
The applicant has submitted a revised site plan indicating clusters of three (3)
coniferous trees planted at thirty foot (30') intervals. The proposed coniferous trees
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must be, at minimum, six foot (6') tall - balled and burlaped Black Hills spruce - Picea
glaca densata and Austrian pine - Pinus strobosa. Conditional use permit is provisional
upon submittal of coniferous tree specification and is subject to the approval of the City.
Surfacing. As indicated by the submitted site plan, the outdoor storage area is to be
surfaced in gravel. This surface must be crushed granite, pea gravel or paved to control
dust.
Lighting. It is currently presumed that the enclosed outdoor storage area will not be
illuminated. Should exterior lighting be needed, it must be ninety (90) degree cut off,
hooded light fixtures and directed so the light source shall not be visible from the public
right of way or from neighboring residences and shall be in compliance with Section
1000.100 of the Zoning Ordinance. Additional review will be required if lighting is
planned for the outdoor storage area.
Grading. Submitted site plan does not indicate grading of the storage operation.
Conditional use permit is provisional upon submittal of these grading details and subject
to the approval of the City Engineer.
Signage. Ordinance establishes regulations governing advertising and business signs
in the city. These regulations are intended to permit an efficient, effective and aesthetic
means to communicate using on and off premises signage while recognizing the need
to maintain an attractive and appealing appearance in the community, including
appearance along streets and property used for commercial, industrial and public
development and the air space above and between such development.
Off Premise SiQnaQe. According to Ordinance, no signage may be erected or
temporarily placed within a street right of way, public lands, easements, or rights of way
except for government signs, garage sale signs, open house signs, model home
directional signs and advertising signs as directed in Section 10-7-6. The applicant has
requested a directional government sign at the intersection of CSAH 37 / 60th Street and
Mackenzie Avenue as the subject business is located at the terminus cul-de-sac of
Mackenzie Avenue.
In the past, the City has accommodated an off premise traffic directional sign for
Welcome Furniture due to their location and distance from CSAH 19. Pro-Tech Marine
has similar conditions; while visible from the 1-94, travel route to this commercial site is
circuitous and indirect. In light of the City's flexibility to Welcome Furniture and that Pro-
Tech Marine is approximately one thousand seven hundred and twenty feet (1,720')
from the intersection of CSAH 37 /60th Street and Mackenzie Avenue, our staff
recommends approval of directional signage at the aforementioned intersection.
On Site SiQnaQe. It has come to the City's attention that Pro-Tech Marine is in violation
of the Ordinance regarding permitted business signage (Exhibit D) and must be
corrected immediately. As condition of outdoor storage CUP approval, Pro-Tech Marine
must comply with the following B:3 District sign ordinance standards. Violations include:
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Currently, Pro-Tech Marine displays front wall signage in excess of fifteen .
(15%) of wall area.
1. Not more than two signs shall be permitted on the front wall of any
principal building. The total area of such two signs shall not exceed fifteen
percent (15%) of the wall area. One sign may be a changeable message
board (including reader boards/changeable banners) that is framed to
define its perimeter.
2. Front wall signs, if illuminated, shall be shielded illumination, shielded
silhouette lighting or shielded spot lighting but not any lighting where the
light source itself is visible or exposed on the face or sides of the
characters.
3.
Signs constructed of metal and illuminated by any means required internal
wiring or electrically wired accessory fixtures attached to a metal sign shall
maintain a free clearance to grad e of nine feet (9'). Accessory lighting
fixtures attached to a nonmetal frame sign shall maintain a clearance of
nine feet (9') to ground. In the event a metal sign structure or accessory
fixture herein described is grounded by the used of a grounding conductor
run with the circuit conductors, and said structure or fixture is also
grounded by being bonded to a grounding electrode at the sign site, no
clearance to grade shall be mandatory.
4. Front wall signs may be gaseous tube or may be illuminated by interior
means of lighting of intensity to prevent excessive glare and shall comply
with the regulations established in Section 10-7-7 of this chapter.
· Side and Rear Wall Signs: A sign or signs shall be permitted on the east rear
and/or north and south side wall of the principal building, subject to the following
regulations:
Currently, Pro-Tech Marine displays side and rear wall signage in excess of
nine (9) square feet.
1. The total area of such rear or side wall sign or signs shall not exceed nine
(9) square feet. No rear or side wall signs, other than a sign provided in
subsection A2b of this section shall make used of any word, phrase,
symbol or character other than to designate delivery areas.
2.. Notwithstanding subsection A2a of this section, if the main entrance/exit to
a particular used in the principal building opens on the side wall, or on a
rear wall, the applicant shall be permitted to sign the side or rear wall in
accordance with the front wall sign provision of subsection A 1 of this
section.
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Outdoor Storage Use. The applicant has indicated that the outdoor storage space will
be utilized solely for marine repair and inventory storage and have not requested
winter/seasonal marine boat storage in this application. Outdoor sales display of
merchandize for sale or rent is prohibited within the confines of this outdoor storage
area.
ACTION REQUESTED
The zoning ordinance establishes a standard for reviewing conditional use permits
which may include the nature of the adjoining land or buildings, the effect upon traffic
into and from the premises or on any adjoining roads, and all other or further factors as
the City shall deem a prerequisite of consideration in determining the effect of the use
on the general welfare, public health and safety. Following a public hearing, the
Planning Commission may consider one of the following actions:
Conditional Use Permit
1. Approval of the CUP, based on a finding thatthe proposed outdoor
storage is consistent with the requirements of the zoning ordinance,
subject to compliance with the setback standards.
2.
Denial of the CUP, based on a finding that the proposed outdoor storage
is not consistent with the requirements of zoning ordinance.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Planning staff recommends approval, conditional upon Sign Ordinance compliance, of
the CUP. The outdoor storage appears to be consistent with the City's regulations
relating to such areas.
This recommendation would include the following conditions:
1. Proposed Black Hills spruce - Picea glaca densata and Austrian pine-
Pinus strobosa must be, at minimum, six foot (6') tall - balled and
burlaped.
2. Surface of outdoor storage area must be pave or graveled surface.
3. Stacked outdoor storage must not exceed height of fence, excluding boats
on trailers. Boats on trailers will be treated as one unit.
4. Fence details are subject to the approval of the City.
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Grading plan is submitted and subject to the approval of the City Engineer.
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Outdoor storage will be solely utilized for marine repair and inventory
storage. Outdoor sales display of merchandise for sale or rent is
prohibited within the confines of this outdoor storage area.
Winter/seasonal storage is prohibited.
7. Business signage is compliant with B-3 District sign ordinance standards.
8. To ensure financial security, a development contract must be signed by
the applicant equal to the cost of the fence and landscaping. No outdoor
storage will be permitted on the subject site until the fence and
landscaping are erected.
cc: Bridget Miller
Mike Couri
Mark Kasma
Jon Sutherland
Pro-Tech Marine
5640 MacKenzie Avenue Northeast
Albertville, MN 55301
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Pro-tech marine inc. would like a conditional use permit for outdoor storage of boats
while they are being serviced. A conditional use permit is very important to the welfare
of Pro-tech marine; we would not be able to continue business with out it. We are asking
that the permit be granted, we are also willing to put up 8" screened fencing around the
storage area per section 1000.7 of ordinance. 4400.4. Please note site plan for details.
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MEMORANDUM
Date: October 13, 2005
To: Jon Sutherland, Building Officail
Cc: Larry Kruse, City Administrator
AI Brixius, City Planner
From: Mark Kasma, P.E., City Engineer
Bolton & Menk, Inc.
Subject: Conditional Use Permit
Pro- Tech Marine- 5640 MacKenzie Avenue N.E.
City of Albertville, MN
BMI Project No. T15.21660
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We have reviewed the proposed plan prepared by EVS and dated 10/03/05, for the above referenced
site, and recommend approval of the proposed location of the fence with the following condition:
Portions of the proposed fence are located within drainage and utility easements. The property
owner will be responsible for removing and replacing such portions of the fence should the City
need to perf 01111 work within the easements.
Please call me at (612) 817-2446 if you have any questions.
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MANKATO, MN . FAIRMONT, MN . SLEEPY EYE, MN . BURNSVILlE, MN
CHASKA, MN . AMES, IA
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NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS, INC.
4800 Olson Memorial Highway, Suite 202, Golden Valley, MN 55422
Telephone: 763.231.2555 Facsimile: 763.231.2561 planners@nacplanning.com
PLANNING REPORT
TO:
Larry Kruse, City Administrator
FROM:
Ann Rexine I AI Brixius
DATE:
December 7, 2005
RE:
Albertville: Sign Permit Application - Mobil Gas Station
FILE NO:
163.06 - 05.31
BACKGROUND
The applicant, Duane Downey of Amtech Lighting, is seeking a comprehensive sign
amendment to allow additional signage at the Mobil Station located at 11044 61st Street
Northeast within the Mooney Addition development. According to submitted materials,
the applicant is requesting two (2) front wall signs, two (2) side wall signs, and one (1)
pylon sign. The side wall and pylon signage replace existing signage and do not
increase the square footage of signage and are permissible. The two (2) front wall
signs are in addition to existing signage square footage and require an amendment to
the comprehensive sign plan.
The original comprehensive sign plan was approved through the Mooney Addition
development in 1999. Included in this original comprehensive sign plan was the
stipulation that no additional signs be permitted on the property unless approved by
amending the sign plan which includes front wall signage. It is recognized that the
current request for additional signage falls below B-3 District standards, but is
nevertheless a deviation from the original comprehensive sign plan.
According to Northwest Associated Consultant records, a sign variance was requested
by the Mooney Development Corporation in October 2000 and approved by the City.
The variance granted flexibility to exceed the maximum letter size for the canopy
signage and square footage of the pylon signage. The sign variance approval
recognized that the site was not including front wall signage in favor of the larger signs
elsewhere. Generally speaking, this variance allowed the Mobil Station to install
standard sized signs instead of customized signage. The original variance request was
as follows:
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Canopy
Pylon
Permitted b Ordinance
12 inch tall letters
125 square feet
142 square feet
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Attached for Reference:
Exhibit A: Project Narrative
Exhibit 8: Existing north front wall sign
Exhibit C: Proposed north front wall sign
Exhibit D: Proposed north front wall sign view
Exhibit E: Existing east side wall sign view
Exhibit F: Proposed east side wall sign view
Exhibit G: Existing west side wall sign
Exhibit H Existing pylon sign
Exhibit I: Proposed pylon sign
ANAL YSIS
Proposed Signage
According to submitted comprehensive sign amendment application and discussion with
Duane Downey of Amtech Lighting, the following additional signage is requested:
Proposed
Requested Permitted Existing Square Square Compliant
Footage Total Footage
Total
Illuminated channel letter Total shall not
North sign to read "On the Run." exceed 15% of
front wall and non illuminated sign wall area N/A 63.3 sq. feet Amendment
sign with changeable copy to (981 sq. feet total required
read "Come Inside and x 15% = 147 sq.
Treat Yourself' ft. )
East side
East side wall wall sign:
sign: 31.63 sq. 29.01 sq. ft. Yes. Current
feet east (including 12 and
East side Illuminated box signs on (including 12 sq. sq. ft. of proposed
wall sign east and west elevation to East side wall ft. of existing Car existing Car square
replace two (2) 5' diameter sign: 9 sq. feet Wash signage) Wash footage
& (19.63 sq. feet) side wall signage) exceeds B-3
West side wall West side wall District
West side signs. These signs will sign: 9 sq. feet sign: 31.63 sq. 29.01 sq. standards
wall sign read "On the Run." feet west ft. (including but was
(including 12 sq, 12 sq. ft. of previously
ft. of existing Car existing Car approved.
Wash signage) Wash
signage)
Illuminated back light sign
Pylon (5' x 3D") to replace
sign existing 5' x 30" panel on 125 sq. ft. 142 sq. feet 142 sq. feet Yes
pylon sign. This sign will
read "On the Run."
North Front Wall SiQnaQe. Ordinance permits not more than two signs on the front wall
of any principal building. The total area of such two signs shall not exceed fifteen
percent (15%) of the wall area. One sign may be a changeable message board
(including reader boards/changeable banners) that is framed to define its perimeter.
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Currently, the applicant does not display any front wall signage. The applicant does
display front window signage above the entrance, although this is not included in the
front wall signage square footage. The application materials request two north front wall
signs to total 63.3 square feet which is below fifteen (15%) percent of the total wall area.
These dimensions are found to be acceptable to B-3 District standards, although an
amendment is required to add any additional signage according to the comprehensive
sign plan.
A variance with the original comprehensive sign plan was previously requested in
October 2000 and approved by the City. The variance granted flexibility to exceed the
maximum letter size for the canopy signage and square footage of the pylon signage in
exchange for no other signs to be permitted on the property unless the City approves an
amendment to the sign plan.
East and West Side Wall Sionaoe. Ordinance permits principal building side and rear
wall signage of any principal building not to exceed nine (9) square feet. According to
the submitted materials, the applicant is seeking to replace two (2), 19.64 square foot
diameter signs with two (2), 17.01 square feet signs.
These existing and proposed side wall signage dimensions, while exceeding B-3
District standards, are found to be acceptable as they were previously approved and are
being exchanged for smaller signage square footage.
Pylon Signaoe. Ordinance permits pylon signage not to exceed 125 square feet and
variance was granted in 2000 to exceed this square footage to 142 square feet. The
proposed pylon signage replaces existing pylon signage, and there will be no change in
square footage. This is found to be acceptable in accordance with the variance granted
in 2000, and recognition of this latitude is noted.
ACTION REQUESTED
Following a public hearing, the Planning Commission and City Council may consider
one of the following recommendations:
1. Approval of the sign amendment, as the maximum allowable front wall
signage square footage falls below B-3 District standards.
2. Approval of the sign amendment, with the stipulation that signage square
footage must be reduced elsewhere.
3.
Denial of the sign amendment based on a finding that past variance has been
already granted flexibility from the original comprehensive sign plan to exceed
pylon square footage and canopy letter height and acceptance of additional
side wall signage that exceeds B-3 District standards.
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RECOMMENDATION
North Front Wall Signage. An amendment to the comprehensive sign plan is requested
to permit the additional front wall signage. The original comprehensive sign plan
stipulated that no additional signs be permitted on the property unless approved by
amending the sign plan which includes front wall signage.
It is our staff's opinion that the request for front wall signage is not favorable as all
existing signage was approved and flexibility was granted through variance in 2000. It
is recognized that the current request for additional signage falls below B-3 District
standards, but is nevertheless a deviation from the original comprehensive sign plan.
Our staff expresses concern that allowing an additional amendment to the
comprehensive sign plan establishes precedent.
East and West Side Wall Signage. The side wall signage replaces previously approved
wall signage and falls below past square footage. Our staff recommends approval.
Pvlon Signage. As the proposed pylon signage replaces existing signage and falls
below the maximum allowable square footage granted through the variance in 2000, our
staff recommends approval.
cc. Bridget Miller
Jon Sutherland
Mark Kasma
Mike Couri
Amtech Lighting
Duane Downey
6077 Lake Elmo Ave. North
Stillwater, MN 55082
Falcon Holdings, LLC
Mark Ogren
1749 South Greenly
Stillwater, MN 55082
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NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS, INC.
4800 Olson Memorial Highway, Suite 202, Golden Valley, MN 55422
Telephone: 763.231.2555 Facsimile: 763.231.2561 planners@nacplanning.com
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Larry Kruse
Bridget Miller
Mike Couri
FROM:
Alan Brixius
DATE:
November 16,2005
RE:
Albertville - Development Fee Update
FILE NO:
163.05 - 05.13
Attached please find an amendment to the Albertville Zoning Ordinance pertaining to
Section 100.1 O.A, Fees, Charges, and Expenses. Staff review of the 2005 charges
revealed a need to update the fees and E~SCroWS for home occupations, land filling
permits and land excavation and grading permits to cover the actual expenses incurred
by the City in the processing of these applications.
Since the fees are identified in the Zonin9 Ordinance, we must process them as a
zoning text amendment with a public hearing. Please publish the necessary notice of
public hearing for the December Planning Commission meeting. This will then proceed
to the second Council meeting for its adoption before the end of the year.
These development fees are also identified in Ordinance 2004-22, which is also being
amended. We understand that the City Attorney is preparing the amendment for this
ordinance.
If you have any further questions or changes pertaining to this item, please contact me
at your convenience.
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CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
COUNTY OF WRIGHT
STATE OF MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 100.10.A, FEES, CHARGES, AND EXPENSES
OF THE ALBERTVILLE ZONING ORDINANCE
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALBERTVILLE, MINNESOTA ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Section 100.1 O.A, Fees, Charges and Expenses, of the Albertville Zoning
Ordinance hereby amends the following permit fees:
Section
1600.3.A
1800.2.A
1900.3.B
Proposed Fee/Escrow
$150
$200 I $500
$200 I $500
SECTION 2. Effective Date. The fees set out in this ordinance shall be effective
beginning January 1, 2006.
PASSED this
day of December 2005.
Don Peterson, Mayor
ATTEST:
Bridget Miller, City Clerk
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PLANNING and ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES
December 13, 2005
Albertville Council Chamber
7:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - ADOPT AGENDA
PRESENT: Chair Sharon Leintz, Commission members Frank Kocon, Dan Wagner, Scott
Dorenbush and Tiffany Meza, Council liaison LeRoy Berning, City Planner Al Brixius, Zoning
Administrator/Building Official Jon Sutherland, and Secretary/City Clerk Bridget Miller
Chair Leintz called the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting of the City of Albertville to order
at 7 :00 p.m.
ADOPT AGENDA
MOTION BY Commission member Wagner, seconded by Commission member Meza to approve
the agenda as presented and on file in the office of the City Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
MINUTES
MOTION BY Commission member Kocon, seconded by Commission member Wagner to approve
the November 9,2005 minutes as presented and on file in the office of the City Clerk. Motion
carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PRo-TECH MARINE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT OUTDOOR STORAGE
Chair Leintz continued the public hearing at 7:03 p.m.
City Planner Brixius reported that Pro-Tech Marine, a marine boat service and repair business, is
seeking a conditional use permit to create an outdoor storage area at their location of business at
5640 MacKenzie Avenue Northeast. The site is located north ofI-94 at the southern terminus of
MacKenzie Avenue Northeast and consists of approximately 2.06 acres. According to the 2005
Municipal City Code, Section 1000.15, Subd. B, requires a conditional use permit for outside
storage of equipment, materials and inventory as a principal or accessory use for commercial and
industrial uses. Pro- Tech Marine is in need of limited exterior storage to continue their business.
This request includes exterior space for marine repair and inventory storage. In addition, the
applicant will also be erecting a six foot (6') screen fence to enclose the outdoor storage area.
Screening/Landscaping. Zoning Ordinance states that the outdoor storage area must be totally
fenced, fully screened and landscaped, and a landscape guarantee, as determined by the zoning
administrator, be provided. Applicants have indicated that the proposed storage area will be
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screened by an opaque six foot (6') fence located along the northern, southern, eastern and western
extents of the storage area. This fence will be constructed of green treated, dog eared, wood panels.
In the original planning report it was suggested that the periphery of the opaque fence be planted to
break up the horizontal massing of the fence. Our staff recommended the following landscape
treatment for the east and south fence walls:
1. Landscape plan indicating clusters of three (3) coniferous trees spaced at thirty (30') foot
intervals. Clusters must consist of at least two (2) coniferous species.
2. Alternative landscape plan may be submitted by the applicant with the same aforementioned
objectives, and is subject to the approval of the City.
The applicant has submitted a revised site plan indicating clusters of three (3) coniferous trees
planted at thirty foot (30') intervals. The proposed coniferous trees must be, at minimum, six foot
(6') tall- balled and burl aped Black Hills spruce - Picea glaca densata and Austrian pine - Pinus
strobosa. Conditional use permit is provisional upon submittal of coniferous tree specification and
is subject to the approval of the City.
Outdoor Storage Use. The applicant has indicated that the outdoor storage space will be utilized
solely for marine repair and inventory storage and have not requested winter/seasonal marine boat
storage in this application. Outdoor sales display of merchandize for sale or rent is prohibited
within the confines of this outdoor storage area.
City Planner Brixius continued reporting on the signage concern for the commercial site.
Sign age. Ordinance establishes regulations governing advertising and business signs in the city.
These regulations are intended to permit an efficient, effective and aesthetic means to communicate
using on and off premises signage while recognizing the need to maintain an attractive and
appealing appearance in the community, including appearance along streets and property used for
commercial, industrial and public development and the air space above and between such
development.
· Front Wall Signs
Currently, Pro-Tech Marine displays front wall signage in excess of fifteen (15%) of
wall area.
1. Not more than two signs shall be permitted on the front wall of any principal building.
The total area of such two signs shall not exceed fifteen percent (15%) of the wall area.
One sign may be a changeable message board (including reader boards/changeable
banners) that is framed to define its perimeter.
2. Front wall signs, if illuminated, shall be shielded illumination, shielded silhouette
lighting or shielded spot lighting but not any lighting where the light source itself is
visible or exposed on the face or sides of the characters.
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3. Signs constructed of metal and illuminated by any means required internal wiring or
electrically wired accessory fixtures attached to a metal sign shall maintain a free
clearance to grad e of nine feet (9'). Accessory lighting fixtures attached to a nonmetal
frame sign shall maintain a clearance of nine feet (9') to ground. In the event a metal
sign structure or accessory fixture herein described is grounded by the used of a
grounding conductor run with the circuit conductors, and said structure or fixture is also
grounded by being bonded to a grounding electrode at the sign site, no clearance to
grade shall be mandatory.
4. Front wall signs may be gaseous tube or may be illuminated by interior means of
lighting of intensity to prevent excessive glare and shall comply with the regulations
established in Section 10-7-7 of this chapter.
· Side and Rear Wall Signs: A sign or signs shall be permitted on the east rear and/or north
and south side wall of the principal building, subject to the following regulations:
Currently, Pro-Tech Marine displays side and rear wall sign age in excess of nine (9)
square feet.
1. The total area of such rear or side wall sign or signs shall not exceed nine (9) square feet.
No rear or side wall signs, other than a sign provided in subsection A2b of this section
shall make used of any word, phrase, symbol or character other than to designate
delivery areas.
2. Notwithstanding subsection A2a of this section, if the main entrance/exit to a particular
used in the principal building opens on the side wall, or on a rear wall, the applicant shall
be permitted to sign the side or rear wall in accordance with the front wall sign provision
of subsection A 1 of this section.
Building Official Sutherland visited the site and upon leaving was concerned with the parking area.
There appeared to be a slight drop off near the rear of the lot. Mr. Sutherland recommended
installing a retaining wall or a curb stop to prevent a customer or employee from backing up and
going over the edge of the drop-off.
City Planner Brixius summarized the nine conditions should the Planning and Zoning Commission
approve the Conditional Use Permit for Pro-Tech Marine.
1. Proposed Black Hills spruce - Picea glaca densata and Austrian pine - Pinus strobosa
must be, at minimum, six foot (6') tall - balled and burlaped.
2. Surface of outdoor storage area must be pave or graveled surface.
3. Stacked outdoor storage must not exceed height offence, excluding boats on trailers.
Boats on trailers will be treated as one unit.
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4. Fence details are subject to the approval of the City.
5. Grading plan is submitted and subject to the approval of the City Engineer.
6. Outdoor storage will be solely utilized for marine repair and inventory storage. Outdoor
sales display of merchandise for sale or rent is prohibited within the confines of this
outdoor storage area. Winter/seasonal storage is prohibited.
7. Business signage is compliant with B-3 District sign ordinance standards.
8. To ensure financial security, a development contract must be signed by the applicant
equal to the cost of the fence and landscaping. No outdoor storage will be permitted on
the subject site until the fence and landscaping are erected.
9. The applicant would be open to work with the City on installing some type of curb stop
by June 30, 2006.
Chair Leintz asked if anyone was present regarding the public hearing.
Chair Leintz closed the public hearing at 7:15 p.m.
MOTION BY Commission member Dorenbush, seconded by Commission member Meza to
approve Pro-Tech marine Conditional Use Permit Outdoor Storage with the nine (9) conditions
noted in the staff's recommendations and upon City Council approval at the January 3,2006 City
Council meeting. Motion carried unanimously.
MOBIL STATION COMPREHENSIVE SIGNAGE PLAN AMENDMENT
Chair Leintz opened the public hearing at 7:17 p.m.
City Planner Brixius informed the Commission that the applicant, Duane Downey of Amtech
Lighting, is seeking a comprehensive sign amendment to allow additional signage at the Mobil
Station located at 11044 6151 Street NE within the Mooney Addition development. According to
submitted materials, the applicant is requesting two (2) front wall signs, two (2) side wall signs, and
one (1) pylon sign. The side wall and pylon signage replace existing signage and do not increase
the square footage of signage and are permissible. The two (2) front wall signs are in addition to
existing signage square footage and require an amendment to the comprehensive sign plan.
The original comprehensive sign plan was approved through the Mooney Addition development in
1999. Included in this original comprehensive sign plan was the stipulation that no additional signs
be permitted on the property unless approved by amending the sign plan which includes front wall
signage. It is recognized that the current request for additional signage falls below B-3 District
standards, but is nevertheless a deviation from the original comprehensive sign plan.
According to NAC's records, a sign variance was requested by the Mooney Development
Corporation in October 2000 and approved by the City. The variance granted flexibility to exceed
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the maximum letter size for the canopy signage and square footage of the pylon signage. The sign
variance approval recognized that the site was not including front wall signage in favor of the larger
signs elsewhere. Generally speaking, this variance allowed the Mobil Station to install standard
sized signs instead of customized signage.
City Planner Brixius concluded stating that these are the recommendations should the Planning and
Zoning Commission approve the sign variance for Mobil.
North Front Wall Signage. An amendment to the comprehensive sign plan is requested to permit
the additional front wall signage. The original comprehensive sign plan stipulated that no additional
signs be permitted on the property unless approved by amending the sign plan which includes front
wall signage.
It is our staff's opinion that the request for front wall signage is not favorable as all existing signage
was approved and flexibility was granted through variance in 2000. It is recognized that the current
request for additional signage falls below B-3 District standards, but is nevertheless a deviation
from the original comprehensive sign plan. Our staff expresses concern that allowing an additional
amendment to the comprehensive sign plan establishes precedent.
East and West Side Wall Signage. The side wall signage replaces previously approved wall signage
and falls below past square footage. Our staff recommends approval.
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Pylon Signage. As the proposed pylon signage replaces existing signage and falls below the
maximum allowable square footage granted through the variance in 2000, our staff recommends
approval.
Chair Leintz asked if anyone was present regarding the public hearing.
Paul Mulberg was present to answer to the best of his ability any questions or concerns the Planning
and Zoning staff may have regarding the sign variance request presented at tonight's meeting.
Commission members asked the applicant if they brought any color renderings of how the signage
would look.
Mobil representative had samples of what the exterior of the building would look like. He also had
pictures of the interior and some of the remodeling they have completed. The representative
informed the commission members the original owners or developers of the site have sold the
business. The new owners are Croix Oil which is a franchise business entity. The logo or motto is
"On the Run", which they would like to advertise on the exterior of the building and why they have
applied for the sign variance. If the commission members would take a look at the front side of the
building located off of CR 19. The yellow strip is not actually signage, but instead of fascia. The
half moon or round portion is the only portion that is the sign issue. It will be illuminated from the
back.
. Chair Leintz closed the public hearing at 7:38 p.m.
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MOTION BY Commission member Wagner, seconded by Commission member Dorenbush to
approve the Mobil Station Comprehensive Signage Plan Amendment with staff's additional
recommendation, including the Building Official's review, and City Council approval at the January
3,2006 City Council meeting. Motion carried unanimously.
OTHER BUSINESS
ZONING ORDINANCE
City Planner Brixius stated that upon staff's review of the 2005 charges revealed a need to update
the fees and escrows for home occupations, land filling permits and land excavation and grading
permits to cover the actual expenses incurred by the City in the processing ofthese applications.
Other fees reviewed have been presented to the City Council with the exception of these few.
The current Home Occupation Permit fee is $50.00, which would not cover the cost to inspect the
site to ensure it meets the zoning ordinance or building code.
MOTION BY Commission member Meza, seconded by Commission member Kocon to approve
Ordinance No. 2005-08 regarding Zoning and other miscellaneous fees. Motion carried
unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION BY Commission member Meza, seconded by Commission member Wagner to adjourn
at 7:50 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
Sharon Leintz, Chair
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