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PLANNING and ZONING COMMISSION
MINUTES
January 13,2009
Albertville Council Chamber
7:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
Chair Leintz called the Albertville Planning and Zoning Commission meeting to order at
7:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Chair Sharon Leintz, Commission member Dale Edgren, Frank Kocon, and Scott
Dorenbush, Council liaison Dan Wagner, City Planner Al Brixius, Zoning Administrator/
Building Official Jon Sutherland, and City Clerk Bridget Miller
ABSENT: none
ADOPT AGENDA
Chair Leintz asked if there were any changes, additions, or deletions from the January 13,2009
Planning and Zoning Commission agenda as presented.
It was recommended to move the nomination and appointments for the 2009 Planning and
Zoning Commission positions to take place at the beginning of the meeting. Also, interviewing
and filling the vacancy before opening the Public Hearing.
MOTION BY Commission member Kocon, seconded by Commission member Edgren to
approve the agenda as amended, which will be scanned and an electronic copy will be kept on
file in the office of the City Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
MINUTES
Chair Leintz asked if there were any changes, additions, or deletions on the December 9,2008
regular Planning and Zoning Commission minutes.
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MOTION BY Commission member Edgren, seconded by Commission member Kocon to
approve the Tuesday, December 9,2008 regular Planning and Zoning Commission minutes as
presented, which a signed copy will be scanned and an electronic copy will be kept on file in the
office ofthe City Clerk. Motion carried unanimously.
REVIEW THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEMBER LIST (REVIEW TERM(S); ApPOINT
2009 CHAIRPERSON AND VICE-CHAIR
Commission members nominated Sharon Leintz as Chair and Scott Dorenbush as Vice-chair for
2009.
MOTION BY Commission member Edgren, seconded by Commission member Kocon to
appoint Sharon Leintz as Chair and Scott Dorenbush as Vice-chair for 2009. Motion carried
unanimously.
INTERVIEW ApPLICANT(S) FOR VACANCY; MAKE RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL FOR
ApPOINTMENT TO FILL VACANCY
Chair Leintz noted that the City of Albertville received one application to fill the vacancy on the
Planning and Zoning Commission. Leintz acknowledged that the applicant was present. Chair
Leintz asked Robert Olson to approach the podium and share why he would like to serve on the
Planning and Zoning Commission.
Robert Olson of 6278 Kahler Drive NE began by stating he applied for the position
approximately two (2) years ago, which he was not selected to fill the vacancy. Olson informed
the Commission members that he still has an interest in serving on the Commission and would
like to be considered to fill the vacancy.
MOTION BY Commission member Dorenbush, seconded by Commission member Edgren to
recommend appointing Robert Olson to fill the vacancy on the Planning and Zoning Commission
for a three-year term, which will be presented to the Albertville City Council at the February 2,
2009 regular Council meeting. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ApPROVE ALBERTVILLE TOWNHOMES SIGN VARIANCE (ALBERTVILLE MEADOWS
APARTMENTS)
Chair Leintz opened the public hearing at 7:06 p.m.
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City Planner Brixius reported that Albertville Townhomes Limited Partnership has applied for a
Variance to place a banner on the Albertville Meadows Apartment building that exceeds the
maximum allowed banner size of 32 square feet. Brixius went on to explain that the applicants
are requesting approval for an 80 square foot banner on the wall of Albertville Meadows
Apartment building, located at 10732 County Road 37.
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There is a second banner sign is also located on the same wall of the apartment building that
already exists.
Albertville Meadows
763 - 497 - 9907
dominiumapartrnents.com
The second sign was installed approximately six to seven years ago, which the property owners
have not addressed with the City; meaning they have not applied for a permit, or received
approval for it.
Brixius pointed out that the property is located on Lot 1, Block 1, Westwind Third Addition.
The building is located at 10732 County road 37 and is zoned PUD with R-5 regulations. The
City Code addresses Sign Regulations in Title 10, Chapter 7. The following sign regulations
explain what is allowed on this property:
· Temporary Real Estate Shm: A temporary real estate sign not exceeding nine (9)
square feet in area in a multiple-family district pertaining only to the sale, rental or least
of the premises upon which displayed (10-7-5.G.2a.(I)).*
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. Business Sie:n: A business sign in a multiple-family residential district not exceeding 12
square feet in area and pertaining to the identification of the multiple-family residential
project (10-7-5.G.2a.(3)).*
*These types of signs are exempt from the permit requirements and from the
regulations; except, that they shall be set back from the street right-of-way line a
distance of at least one-half of the minimum setback specified in the district regulations.
. "For Sale" and "To Rent" Sie:ns: Where more than 6 dwelling units (or lots for
residential development purposes) are offered for sale or rental by the same party, signs
advertising such sale or rental may be constructed in any district:
. One sign permitted facing each public street providing access to the property
being offered;
. Each sign cannot exceed 40 square feet in area;
. Setback at least 130 ft from any pre-existing home;
. Removed within one year from the date of the building permit issuance, or when
less than 6 units remain for sale or rent, whichever is less; and
. Comply with the setback requirements for the zoning district in which it is located
(10-7-10.A.2.).
. Accessory Sie:ns for Residential Uses: Only nameplate, directional, and identification
signs shall be permitted, setback from the street right-of-way line at least one-half of the
required minimum setback in the district regulations, and subject to the following
regulations (10-7-1 O.D.):
. For each apartment development, one identification sign is allowed or if on a
comer lot, 2 signs are allowed, each facing a separate street;
. Each sign cannot exceed 40 SF in area;
. Located near the main entrances to the building or complex of buildings;
. Containing the name and phone number of the owner or manager thereof;
. Each building with an apartment development with a separate address shall be
identified by a separate sign not exceeding 5 square feet in area with letters of a
size and color to clearly identify the individual building.
. With construction or remodeling, one sign shall be permitted, or if on a comer lot,
2 signs are allowed, one facing each street:
. Cannot exceed 25 SF in area;
. Indicating the names of any/all ofthe architects, engineers, and contractors;
. Removed by the person( s) erecting the same no longer than 2 weeks after the final
inspection, or 2 years, whichever is less.
. Banner Sie:n Ree:ulations: Banners are defined as any attention getting devices which
resemble flags and are of a paper, cloth or plastic or plastic-like consistency.
. Permitted only as temporary signage for a maximum duration of fourteen (14)
calendar days within the City of Albertville;
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. No more than four (4) permits per calendar year are allowed to be issued to any
one property;
. Limited in size to a maximum of32 square feet (Section 1O.7.7.G.l & 2).
Brixius explained that according to Section 10-7-9, where there are practical difficulties or
unnecessary hardships in the way of carrying out the strict letter of the provisions of this
Chapter, the City Council has the power to vary the requirements of this Chapter in harmony
with the general purpose and intent hereof, so that the public health, safety, and general welfare
may be secured and substantial justice done.
Brixius noted that the applicant was asked to give the reason why this variance request should be
granted, in which the applicant indicated on the application form that it would help lease up this
new property. Brixius went on to state that staff is concerned that other rental properties within
the City will pursue this avenue of advertising if the City continues to allow this situation to
occur.
In conclusion, staff recommends denial of the variance request to exceed the maximum allowed
banner sign size, based on the following findings: the conditions involved are not unique to the
subject parcel or use involved; the purpose of the variance is based exclusively upon a desire to
increase the income potential of the business; and the alleged difficulty or hardship is not caused
by this chapter and has been created by persons presently having an interest in the parcel, subject
to the following condition:
1. Both banner signs shall be removed immediately from the apartment building.
Chair Leintz asked if any Commission members had questions or concerns regarding the
proposed approval ofthe Albertville Townhomes Sign Variance (Albertville Meadows
Apartments).
Commission members were curious as to how long the horizontal banner sign had been in place
and what brought this on.
Albertville Meadows Apartment representative Jessica Anderson said the sign had been up for
approximately seven (7) years. The sign was installed to advertise the new Townhomes.
Chair Leintz asked if there was anyone in the audience that wanted to share comments or
concerns regarding the proposed approval of the Albertville Townhomes Sign Variance
(Albertville Meadows Apartments).
Jessica Anderson, Albertville Meadows Apartments Manager informed the Commission that
they were not aware of the potential of a monument sign that could be placed near the entrance
of the apartment complex. Ms. Anderson explained why the apartment complex decided to
advertise, which is because of the economy and a number of homes that are in foreclosure. The
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vertical banner sign has gotten the message out there about the rental units. It was the
Advertising Department that did some creative calculations when designing the sign. According
to Albertville's Sign Code, the apartment complex is allowed a 5' x 8' sign for 12 months.
Taking the number of months and the size allowed, the Advertisement Department felt they
could put up a 5' x 16' sign for approximately 90-days.
Chair Leintz closed the public hearing at 7:30 p.m.
Chair Leintz entertained a motion from the Commission members regarding the Sign Variance
application for the Albertville Townhomes complex.
MOTION BY Commission member Dorenbush, seconded by Commission member Kocon to
deny the Albertville Townhomes Sign Variance (Albertville Meadows Apartments) with staff's
recommendations, and; contingent upon City Council approval at the February 2, 2009 regular
City Council meeting or a meeting soon thereafter, at which time an Ordinance will be presented.
Motion carried unanimously.
OTHER BUSINESS
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Review and discuss current zoning regulations for accessory structures
City Planner Brixius reported that staff mentioned re-examining the accessory structure
regulations at the December 2008 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, because of a
recent violation. At the December 2008 Commission meeting, staff was directed to evaluate and
draft options to amend the Accessory Structure Regulations. Brixius went on to explain that
include in the January 2009 packet there are three (3) options for the Commission to consider.
Brixius reviewed the current zoning regulations limits residential lots to the following:
1. Single attached or detached garage to a minimum of 480 square feet of floor space (20
feet by 24 feet) and a maximum of 1,000 square feet of floor space (25 feet by 40 feet).
2. A second accessory building not to exceed 150 square feet of floor area (15 feet by 10
feet).
3. Total of accessory building allowance for a residential lot is 1,150 square feet of floor
space.
4. The current ordinance allows exceptions to the size requirements by conditional use
permit.
Brixius went on to explain that the maximum number of accessory buildings allowed is two, in
which the exceptions to the number of residential accessory buildings are permitted by
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conditional use permit. In addition to the maximum number there is also a height restriction on
residential garages and accessory buildings.
The recent construction of an accessory building within Albertville was the start of the review
process of the regulations, in which the structure is in violation of both size and height. Even
after the City cited the property owner with a "stop work order"; the owner continued to build
construction.
The three (3) options for amending the Accessory Building Structure Regulations are as follows:
OPTION 1- Minimal Chane:e.
Option 1 recognizes that the current regulations have been in place since the late 1980s and have
worked effectively for the majority of residential properties within the City. The current
ordinance promotes a larger garage and a smaller storage shed. The intent of the regulations is to
avoid having the rear yard of residential lots overwhelmed by accessory buildings.
Under this ordinance, the City has a number of ordinance violations with the number of size of
accessory buildings. As discussed in December, the current ordinance seldom provided the
property owner full access to the total 1,150 square foot floor space limit.
The majority of the current text will remain unchanged with the following exceptions:
Proposed Text Amendment:
1000.4.B. Single-Family Detached Uses:
3. The total area of either an attached garage or a detached garage for a single-
family detached dwelling shall not be less than feW' hundred eighty (480) five
hundred thirty (530) square feet, shall not exceed one thousand (1,000) square
feet of floor area and shall not exceed the ground coverage of the dwelling, except
by conditional use permit.
Comment: This change recognizes that the 480 square foot (20 feet by 24 feet) garage is not
adequately serving most households. Garages of this size generally will accommodate two
vehicles but provide little space for additional household storage. The increase to 530 square
feet requires at least a 24 foot by 22 foot garage. This amendment will only apply to new
construction.
No change in the distribution of accessory building floor space is proposed in Option 1.
Exceptions to the distribution or size of accessory buildings are allowed by conditional use
permit.
Proposed Text Amendment:
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1 000.4. B. Single-Family Detached Uses:
9. An excevtion for a third accessory building may be accommodated, if the
structure qualifies as an outdoor livinfl space. as defined in section 200.2, and
falls within the parameters of the cumulative floor area allowed (1,150 square
feet) for the three accessory buildings.
200.2:
DEFINITIONS
OUTDOOR LIVING Any detached accessory building utilized as a living
SPACE: svace such as a flazebo. sva house, screened porch. or vlay house.
Comment: The second change in Option 1 will allow a third accessory building as an outdoor
living space and the accumulative floor space does not exceed the 1,150 square foot cap.
Proposed Text Amendment:
1000.4.1 Building Type and Standards:
1. The same or similar quality exterior building material (meaning exterior finish
and color) shall be used in the accessory building and in the principal building...
Comment: The third change in Option 1 is to add a specific provision that the exterior finish
and color of an accessory building must be the same as the principal building:
Proposed Text Amendment:
1000.4.J. Commercial/Accessory Buildings:
1. Accessory buildinfls within the commercial zoning districts shall not exceed
thirty percent (30%) of the gross floor space of the vrincival building.
2. Commercially zoned vroverties shall be limited to not more than one (1)
accessory building except by conditional use permit.
3. All commercial accessory buildings shall meet the setbacks of the principal
building.
4. Commercial accessory buildings shall match the exterior finish of the vrincival
building in color and materials.
Comment: Establishing criteria for commercial accessory buildings.
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OPTION 2 - Chan2e.
In Option 2, we attempted to relax the ordinance to provide more opportunity for a larger
second accessory building and differentiate between smaller urban lots and larger acreage lots.
The following changes are outlined in Option 2.
Proposed Text Amendment:
1000A.B. Single-Family Detached Uses:
3g. Parcels less than one acre in size: The total area of either an attached garage
or a detached garage for a single-family detached dwelling shall not be less than
felir hlindred eighty (180) five hundred thirtv (530) square feet. shall not exceed
one thousand (1,000) square feet offloor area... and shall not exceed the ground
coverage of the dwelling., except BY cenditienallise permit.
Q. Parcels one acre or greater in size: The total area of either an attached garage
or a detached garage for a single-family detached dwelling shall not be less than
felir hl:mdred eighty (480) ,five hundred thirty (530) square feet. shall not exceed
one thousand (1,000) square feet of floor area and shall not exceed the ground
coverage of the dwelling", except by administrative cenditienallise -permit.
Comment: This change includes:
1. Increasing the minimum attached garage or detached garage size from 480 to 530 square
feet.
2. Removing the CUP provision that allows for either an attached or a detached garage to
exceed 1,000 square feet of floor area.
a. Parcels less than one acre in size shall not be allowed to contain one attached or
detached garage exceeding 1,000 square feet of floor area.
b. Parcels one acre or greater in size may pursue attached or detached garage
exceeding 1,000 square feet in size by administrative permit, but not exceed the
size of the dwelling.
Proposed Text Amendment:
1000.4.B. Single-Family Detached Uses:
5g. Parcels less than one acre in size. No accessory detached buildingfor a
single-family dwelling shall occupy more than ene hlindrcd fifty (150) two
hundred sixtv-five (265) square feet when accompanied by an attached garage on
the same lot... nor shall the combined total floor area of an accessory detached
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building and/or attached garage exceed one thousand one hundred (1,150)
square feet", except as each standard may Be 1'I'ledificd BY cenmtio1'lal use permit.
/2. Parcels greater than one acre in size. No accessory detached buildingfor a
single-family dwelling shall occupy more than one hundredjifty (150) two
hundred sixty-five (265) square feet when accompanied by f!. an atffiched garage
on the same lot, nor shall the combined total floor area of an accessory detached
building and/or attached garage exceed one thousand one hundred (1,150)
square feet, except as-each standard may be modified by {Jenditio1'lal use permit.
an administrative vermit subiect to the followinf! conditions:
a. Anv accessory building shall be screened from adiacent residentialvroperty.
b. Anv accessory building shall be constructed of the same or similar design and
material as the principal building.
c. Commercial and home occupation uses are vrohibited in any accessory
building.
Comment:
1. Increase the minimum size of a second detached building from 150 to 265 square feet
when accompanied by a garage on the same lot.
2: Remove the CUP provision that allows for a larger second detached accessory building
on urban lots or to have a combined total floor area of an accessory detached building
and/or attached garage to exceed 1,150 square feet on urban lots.
a. Parcels less than one acre in size shall not be allowed a detached accessory
building that exceeds 265 square feet or more than 1,150 square feet of total
accessory building floor space.
b. An administrative permit shall be established for parcels one acre or greater in
size to allow a detached accessory building to exceed 265 square feet and the
combined total floor area of an accessory detached building and/or attached
garage to exceed 1,150 square feet.
Proposed Text Amendment:
1000.4.B. Single-Family Detached Uses:
9. An exception for a third accessory building may be accommodated, if the
structure qualifies as an outdoor living svace. as defined in section 200.2, and
falls within the varameters of the cumulative floor area allowed (1,150 square
feet) for the three accessory buildings.
200.2:
DEFINITIONS
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OUTDOOR LIVING Any detached accessory building utilized as a living SPACE:
svace such as a gazebo. spa house. screened vorch. or play house.
Comment: Allow for a third accessory building, which would serve as an outdoor living space;
provided all three accessory buildings fall under the 1,150 square foot maximum requirement;
and add a definition for an outdoor living space.
Proposed Text Amendment:
1000.4.1 Building Type and Standards:
1. The same or similar quality exterior building material (meaning exterior finish
and color) shall be used in the accessory building and in the principal building...
Comment: Add a specific provision that the exterior finish and color of an accessory building
must be the same as the principal building.
Proposed Text Amendment:
1000.4.J Commercial/Accessory Buildings:
1. Accessory buildings within the commercial zoning districts shall not exceed
thirty vercent (30%) of the gross floor svace of the vrincival building.
2. Commercially zoned proverties shall be limited to not more than one (1)
accessory building excevt by conditional use permit.
3. All commercial accessory buildings shall meet the setbacks of the principal
building.
4. Commercial accessory buildings shall match the exterior finish of the princival
buildin$! in color and materials.
Comment: Establishing criteria for commercial accessory buildings.
OPTION 3 - Chane:e.
Option 3. This option is designed to give the property owner the greatest flexibility in the use of
accessory building floor space. Option 3 would allow the property owner two accessory storage
buildings and the distribution of the 1,150 square feet of permitted floor space would be
determined by the property owner. In Option 3, the following changes are offered:
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Proposed Text Amendment:
1000.4.B. Accessory Buildings, Uses and Equipment:
1. The following accessory building performance standards are applicable for all
sinflle familv lots in the City. The application of these standards shall not
supersede design standards or covenants that have been established as part of an
approved residential planned unit development. Propertv owners shall
demonstrate compliance with approved covenants/ design standards with the
submission of a building permit for an accessorv building.
Comment: Concern has been expressed for the protection of view sheds for neighborhoods such
as Cedar Creek along the golf course on Towne Lakes. To protect these specialized PUD
neighborhoods, the previous language is offered.
Proposed Text Amendment:
2. Setbacks:
a. No accessory use, building, structure or equipment shall be allowed within a
required front yard, except by conditional use permit.
b. Accessory buildings may encroach into the required side and rear vard
setbacks within the rear vard of a lot; except however that no such encroachment
mav occur on a required easement, or in a required side vard setback abutting a
street in the case of a corner lot. In no case shall the setback be less than ten (10)
feet.
Comment: We combined the setbacks into one section of the ordinance.
Proposed Text Amendment:
3. Accessory Uses on Parcels Less Than One (1) Acre in Size:
a. The total floor area of either an attached garage or a detached garage for a
single family detached dwelling shall not be less than four hundr-ed eighty (18())
five hundred thirty (530) square feet, shall not exceed one thousand (1,000)
square feet of floor area, and shall not exceed the ground coverage of the
dwelling, except by cenditiel'lsl1:lse permit.
b. No more than two (2) accessorv storage buildinfls or flarages shall be allowed
on one (1) or more single familv lot under common ownership.
c. The total combined floor area of all accessorv buildinfls and garages shall not
exceed one thousand one hundred fiftv (1,150) square feet.
d. Accessorv building floor area shall not exceed twenty-five (25) percent of the
side or rear vard.
e. Attached garages shall not exceed the footprint of the single familv home.
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Comment: This option gives greater flexibility in the use of the accessory building floor space.
With this flexibility, we are eliminating the option for larger buildings by conditional use permit
on smaller urban lots.
Proposed Text Amendment:
4. Accessory Uses on Single Family Parcels Larger Than One (1) Acre in Size:
a. The total floor area of either an attached garage or a detached garage for a
single family detached dwelling shall not be less than four hundred eighty (18())
five hundred thirty (530) square feet, shall not exceed one thousand (1,000)
square feet of floor area, and shall not exceed the ground coverage of the
dwelling, except by Cfmditienal blse administrative permit.
b. No more than two (2) accessory stora$le buildin$ls or $larages shall be allowed
on one (1) or more single family lot under common ownership.
c. The total combined floor area of all accessory buildings shall not exceed
twenty-five (25) percent of the side or rear yard
d Attached gara$les shall not exceed the foot print of the single family home.
e. An excevtion to the accessory building size standard may be $liven by
administrative permit provided:
1) The accessory buildin$l does exceed twenty-five (25) vercent of the side
and rear yard
2) The accessory building shall be screened from adiacent residential
properties.
3) The accessory building shall be constructed in the same design, color, and
exterior materials as the principal building.
4) Commercial uses and home occuvations are vrohibited in the accessory
building.
Comment: Larger lots (one acre or more) may pursue accessory buildings larger than the
standards.
Proposed Text Amendment:
1000.4.B. Single-Family Detached Uses:
9. An exception for a third accessory building may be accommodated. if the
structure qualifies as an outdoor living space, as defined in section 200.2, and
falls within the parameters of the cumulative floor area allowed (1,150 square
feet) for the three accessory buildings.
200.2:
DEFINITIONS
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OUTDOOR LIVING Any detached accessory building utilized as a living
SPACE: svace such as a gazebo. sva house. screened porch. or vlay house.
Comment: The second change in Option 3 will allow a third accessory building as an outdoor
living space and the accumulative floor space does not exceed the 1,150 square foot cap.
Proposed Text Amendment:
1000.4.! Building Type and Standards:
1. The same or similar quality exterior building material (meaning exterior finish
and color) shall be used in the accessory building and in the principal building...
Comment: The third change in Option 3 is to add a specific provision that the exterior finish
and color of an accessory building must be the same as the principal building:
Proposed Text Amendment:
1000.4.J. Commercial/Accessory Buildings:
1. Accessory buildings within the commercial zoning districts shall not exceed
thirty percent (30%) of the f!rOSS floor space of the princival building.
2. Commercially zoned properties shall be limited to not more than one (1)
accessory building except by conditional use permit.
3. All commercial accessory buildings shall meet the setbacks of the principal
building.
4. Commercial accessory buildings shall match the exterior finish of the vrincipal
building in color and materials.
Comment: Establishing criteria for commercial accessory buildings.
As the Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the three (3) options, it was recommended
that the Commission try to balance out the possible needs of the individual household and taking
into account the potential impacts on the neighborhood. Brixius brought to the Commission's
attention the fact that the placement of a large accessory building within a residential
neighborhood can be disruptive to the private enjoyment of the adjoining residents.
Chair Leintz invited the Commission members to discuss the three (3) options that were prepared
by staff regarding the amendment to the Accessory Building Structure Regulations.
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Commission members questioned whether the outdoor living space would require footings or
such type of a base to support the structure. The Commission inquired what the average size
residential lot was; which staff reported was between 12,000 - 15,000 square-feet. There are a
few lots that have acreage; example would be Greenhaven Estates or lots along 50th Street NE.
There was discussion as to which option would best meet the needs of residential property
owners throughout Albertville, taking into consideration both the City's best interest and the
property owners to allow for additional garage and or storage space.
Chair Leintz asked if there was anyone in the audience that had a concern with the potential
change in the Zoning Ordinance portion of the City Code.
Pete Wagener of 10690 56th Street NE shared his comment, which was that an abutting neighbor
may not like what you build. Mr. Wagener noted that there are neighbors that have non-structure
items that may offend neighbors anywhere from mowing their lawn at early hours or a dog that
doesn't stay quiet at 2:00 a.m. when it is let out to go to its thing.
After listening to the comments from the Commission and those in the audience, the
Commission directed staff to draft an ordinance amendment with the guidelines in Option 3.
City Planner Brixius confirmed that staff will prepare a Public Hearing Notice amending
Appendix A - Zoning Ordinance, in which the ordinance will amend the Accessory Building
Structure Regulations. The Public Hearing will be held at the February 10,2009 regular
Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION BY Commission member Edgren, seconded by Commission member Dorenbush to
adjourn the January 13,2009 regular Planning and Zoning Commission meeting at 8:21 p.m.
Motion carried unanimously.
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