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2022-06-14 Planning Commission Packet- PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday June 14, 2022 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – ADOPT AGENDA 2. MINUTES March 8, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting (pages 1-6), 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Public hearing to consider a zoning text amendment to Sections 200 and 1000.24 SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS; pertaining to installation of building integrated solar energy systems. (pages 7-12) b. Public hearing to consider a city code amendment to Title 7 Motor Vehicles and Traffic Sections 7-1-1 A and 7-12 and zoning text amendment to Sections 1000.15 - Outdoor Storage and section 1200.4.F Off- Street Parking pertaining to the size of motor vehicles allowed to be stored or parked on local streets and on residential lots. (pages 13-23) c. Public hearing to consider a zoning text amendment to Section 1000.5.C.3 Swimming pools pertaining to required fencing / enclosures around swimming pools on single family and two family lots. (pages 24-28) 4. OTHER BUSINESS a. Golf Cart / ATV Code amendment. (pages 29-36) b. Integrate Properties Concept plan for Psyk property northeast quadrant of C.R. 19 and 53rd Street NE. (pages 37-44) 5. ADJOURNMENT ALBERTVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION TUESDAY, MARCH 08, 2022 DRAFT MINUTES ALBERTVILLE CITY HALL 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER – ROLL CALL – ADOPT AGENDA Chair Buhrmann called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Maeghan Becker conducted roll call. Present: Chair Buhrmann and Commissioners Hayden, Huggins, and Council Liaison Zagorski. Absent: Anderson and Smith. Others Present: City Planner Al Brixius, and Building Permit Technician Maeghan Becker, Dian Mullis with Pro Concrete Countertops, Randy Stangler owner of property located at 6737 Labeaux Avenue Ne, and resident Charles Atterberry. Motioned by Buhrmann, seconded by Huggins to approve the agenda. Ayes: Buhrmann, Hayden, and Huggins. Nays: None. Absent: Anderson and Smith. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. 2. MINUTES Motioned by Hayden, seconded by Huggins to approve the February 8, 2022 Planning Commission meeting minutes. Ayes: Buhrmann, Hayden, and Huggins. Nays: None. Absent: Anderson and Smith. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Public hearing to consider a conditional use permit application from Andy and Christine Konz for a full-service drive through service lane with menu board and order station or property locate at 5703 Lachman Avenue NE. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Regular Meeting of March 08, 2022 2 Brixius went over the recent history on what current approvals this new business already has been given by the City. He stated that the applicant reconsidered the need for an on-site menu board and order station for their new restaurant and determined that on-site ordering was needed for a successful restaurant. Therefore, the Konz are now applying for a new conditional use permit for a full-service drive through service lane. Brixius went over the planners report and recommends the approval of a conditional use permit to allow a drive-through service lane as illustrated in civil plans dated 2/14/2022 for Konz Crossing at 5703 Lachman Avenue Ne subject to the following conditions: 1. The shared parking and access easement shall be revised to address the 02/14/2022 site plan and memorialize the establishment of the drive through lane extending across the shared out line of lots 1 and 2 Block 1 Labeaux Station. A copy of the revised easement and documentation of its recording at Wright County shall be submitted to the city prior to issuance of the building permit. 2. Future development of Lot 2 will be required to undergo a site and building plan review by the City and the lot design will be evaluated based on the observed use of the drive through lane to determine the size and design of the future building and site layout based on available parking. 3. The proposed drive-through lane shall be curbed with a minimum setback of two feet from the outdoor dining area fence. 4. The conceptual menu board is approved in height, dimension, and sign face area. The location of the menu board is approved with the following conditions: a. The installation of the menu board will require a building and electrical permit. b. The menu board shall be angled to provide a 2-foot setback from the drive through lane and the nearest parking stall. c. As part of the building permit and final menu board design review, the City may require bollards near the menu board as additional menu board protection from automobiles. 5. If new lighting is proposed along the west side of the building, all lighting fixtures shall be 90-degree cutoff fixtures with a shielded light source. 6. Site grading, drainage and utility plans shall be subject to the review and approval of the City Engineer. Commissioners discussed the property line dividing the two parcels, and discussed the future building that could possibly go on the next parcel and if this would affect the future building/parking lot. Motioned by Huggins, seconded by Hayden to open the Public Hearing. Ayes: Buhrmann, Hayden, and Huggins. Nays: None. Absent: Anderson and Smith. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Regular Meeting of March 08, 2022 3 No one wished to speak. Motioned by Hayden, seconded by Buhrmann to close the Public Hearing. Ayes: Buhrmann, Hayden, and Huggins. Nays: None. Absent: Anderson and Smith. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. Motioned by Huggins, seconded by Hayden to approve a conditional use permit application from Andy and Christine Konz for a full-service drive through service lane with menu board and order station or property locate at 5703 Lachman Avenue NE with the conditions listed in the March 3, 2022 planner’s report. Ayes: Buhrmann, Hayden, and Huggins. Nays: None. Absent: Anderson and Smith. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. B. Public hearing to consider a conditional use permit application from Pro Concrete Countertops to allow a light manufacturing land use within the PUD-B-2A zoning district at 6737 Labeaux Avenue NE Brixius informed Commissioners that Pro Concrete Countertops already occupies the west tenant bay of the building located at 6737 Labeaux Avenue Ne. The City approved a change in zoning to the building back in 2019 from a B-2A to a PUD/B-2A zoning district. This new tenant is allowed within this zoning district with the approval of a conditional use permit which they have applied for. Brixius went over the history of the last conditional use permit that was approved on this property in 2019 for PS Dec. He informed Commissioners on what is still outstanding for PS Dec to comply with their conditional use permit. Brixius recommends the following options for approval: Option number 1 - Approval of the Pro Concrete Countertops conditional use permit with the following conditions being completed prior to the receipt of a certificate of occupancy. 1. Building, mechanical, and fire suppression permits will be required. 2. Building plans shall be designed by a MN licensed architect. 3. In accordance with State Provision 1306, change of use will require the space to install a NFPA 13 fire suppression system. Previous tenant occupancy was a S-1, and proposed tenant for Pro Concrete Countertops will be F-1 occupancy. 4. Applicant shall provide the City with septic system compliance report approved by Wright County prior to building permit approval. Applicant shall provide a narrative of the business water use. 5. Alteration to a primary function or change of occupancy to a portion of the building shall be required to apply up to 20% of the building permit valuation for accessibility compliance. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Regular Meeting of March 08, 2022 4 6. Existing electrical system shall be reviewed by a licensed electrician to verify the existing electrical system will meet the current codes. Permit and inspection by state electrical inspector shall be required. 7. The existing 2-hour fire wall shall remain in place and any penetration shall be fire stop. 8. The site plan shall show the location of an exterior trash enclosure and a construction detail for the enclosure that meets the City’s zoning standards. The trash enclosure shall be constructed prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy of the tenant. 9. The applicant shall provide a floor area breakdown of the tenant bay by use to allow for a parking calculation. The applicant shall provide a revised site plan that illustrates the location of required parking, loading/delivery area that meets the zoning design standards with regard to stall and driveway dimensions, surfacing, the parking lot shall be striped parking stalls for the entire building. Parking lot and loading area improvements shall be constructed prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy. 10. The applicant shall provide disability parking and accessible route to main entrance. The location and design shall be illustrated on the site plan. The disability parking shall be constructed prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy. 11. All areas beyond the approved paved parking and loading areas shall be grassed and landscaped to define the boundaries of the approved parking area. Applicant shall provide a landscape plan that establishes a schedule for establishment of these turfed areas. 12. Pro Concrete Countertops shall provide a narrative describing their business operation specific to the production materials, manufacturing process and waste disposal. 13. The City may grant a temporary Certificate of Occupancy to expire on June 17, 2022. This is the deadline for compliance with the conditions of the Conditional Use Permit. After this deadline, the business shall vacate the building if the full compliance is not achieved. Option number 2 - Due to the extent of the conditions outlined in Option 1 above, the Planning Commission may continue the application to the April 12, 2022, to allow the applicant to review the conditions outlined in this report and responds to these conditions with a revised site plan, narrative, building plans and on-site sewer compliance report approved by Wright County. Revised information shall be submitted to the City no later than March 29, 2022, to be included in the April Planning Commission packet. If this option is chosen, City Staff will send the applicant a letter extending the review period for the conditional use permit. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Regular Meeting of March 08, 2022 5 Motioned by Huggins, seconded by Hayden to open the Public Hearing. Ayes: Buhrmann, Hayden, and Huggins. Nays: None. Absent: Anderson and Smith. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. Randy Stangler, the owner of the building, approached the podium. He discussed the history of the building and the previous tenant, Rigs to Rods, which he had to evict because of not complying with the conditional use permit for the minor automotive. Stangler and Brixius discussed the PS Dec tenant (the existing tenant next door) conditional use permit and the outstanding items on that CUP that are still not resolved. Dian Mullis, owner of Pro Concrete Countertop, approached the podium. Dian Mullis stated that there is stripping of the parking spots at the site. She informed Commissioners about the improvements that Randy has made to the site since she has been a tenant. He installed new siding and roofing, there is a handicap accessible bathroom, he mows and does snow removal regularly. Dian expressed that she does not understand why her use of space would require a sprinkler system that would need to be installed. Brixius and Commissioners informed her that the change of use from the previous tenant is why the building needs to sprinklered. Brixius recapped stating that Commissioners need to act on the Pro Concrete CUP request, and that he will deal with PS Dec and their violations administratively. Brixius went over the options for recommendation with the Commissioners as listed in the planner’s report dated March 3, 2022. Motioned by Hayden, seconded by Huggins to close the Public Hearing. Ayes: Buhrmann, Hayden, and Huggins. Nays: None. Absent: Anderson and Smith. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. Motioned by Hayden, seconded by Huggins to approve a conditional use permit application from Pro Concrete Countertops option one - to allow a light manufacturing land use within the PUD-B-2A zoning district at 6737 Labeaux Avenue NE as listed in the March 3, 2022 planner’s report. Ayes: Buhrmann, Hayden, and Huggins. Nays: None. Absent: Anderson and Smith. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. 4. OTHER BUSINESS Commissioners and Brixius discussed the East side of the Outlet Mall. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Regular Meeting of March 08, 2022 6 5. ADJOURNMENT Motioned by Huggins, seconded by Hayden to adjourn the meeting at 8:04p.m. Ayes: Buhrmann, Hayden, and Huggins. Nays: None. Absent: Anderson and Smith. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED. Respectfully submitted, ___________________________________________ Maeghan M. Becker, Building Permit Technician Mayor and Council Request for Action C:\Users\Anna\OneDrive - NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTAN\Desktop\Albertville June PC Packet\RCA Solar panels 2022.docx Meeting Date: 06/20/2022 June 8, 2022 SUBJECT: Solar Energy Systems RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the following: MOTION TO: approve the attached zoning code amendment establishing the zoning regulation for the installation of building integrated solar energy systems. BACKGROUND: The City has received multiple applications for roof mounted solar panels in the single-family residential neighborhoods. City Staff has treated these applications as architectural features of the homes. In review of these application Building Inspection Staff suggested the need for some zoning standards to address the location, setbacks, and design of solar panel installation. The attached draft code amendment in in response to this Staff recommendation. KEY ISSUES: • The code will only allow for building integrated solar systems. Ground mounted freestanding systems are not permitted. • The code will only allow for roof mounted building integrated solar systems. Wall mounted systems are being avoided to reduce their impact on the architectural appearance of the house. • The Code establishes a setback from the edge and crown of roof. • The property owner must demonstrate that the roof has the capacity to accommodate the solar energy equipment’s weight and design, snow loads, and wind.. • Fire access on the roof must be preserved. • Roof mounted solar on commercial, industrial and institution buildings will be treated as mechanical equipment and will need to be screened from the public street and adjoining properties. • The safety standards are proposed to ensure that the solar energy system is a conventional system and safety approved. • A building permit is required for the installation of the any solar energy systems. POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: The City has been processing solar panels for homes in Albertville. The attached code amendment memorializes the standards that have been applied. These building integrated solar energy systems are treated as an architectural element of the house and not a separate use of the property. 7 Mayor and Council Request for Action – June 20, 2022 Zoning Text Amendment – Solar Energy Systems Page 2 of 3 C:\Users\Anna\OneDrive - NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTAN\Desktop\Albertville June PC Packet\RCA Solar panels 2022.docx Meeting Date: INSERT DATE FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: All solar panel requests will require a building permit and related fee. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The proposed ordinance outlines the type, location, and design of allowed solar energy systems in Albertville. In establishing these standards, we avoid future issues related to freestanding solar panel requests and larger solar arrays. Department/Responsible Person: Alan Brixius / City Planner Submitted Through: Alan Brixius / City Planner Attachments: Draft Solar Energy Zoning Amendment. 8 Mayor and Council Request for Action – June 20, 2022 Zoning Text Amendment – Solar Energy Systems Page 3 of 3 C:\Users\Anna\OneDrive - NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTAN\Desktop\Albertville June PC Packet\RCA Solar panels 2022.docx Meeting Date: INSERT DATE 9 CITY OF ALBERTVILLE COUNTY OF WRIGHT STATE OF MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. 2022 – ___ AN ORDINANCE AMENDING APPENDIX A, CHAPTER 200 DEFINITIONS AND CHAPTER 1000, BUILDING AND PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS, SECTION 1000.24 SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS, OF THE ALBERTVILLE MUNICIPAL CITY ZONING CODE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALBERTVILLE, MINNESOTA ORDAINS: Section 1. Chapter 200, Section 200.2 Definition is hereby amended to add the following: Building-integrated Solar Energy System. A solar energy system that is an integral part of a principal building, rather than a separate mechanical device, replacing or substituting for an architectural or structural component of the building including, but not limited to, photovoltaic or hot water solar systems. Solar Energy System. A device or structural design feature, a substantial purpose of which is to provide for the collection, storage, and distribution of solar energy for space heating or cooling, electricity generation or water heating. SECTION 2. Chapter 1000 Building and Performance Requirements, Section 1000.24. of the Albertville zoning code is amended to add the following: 1000.24 SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS. A. Zoning District Allowance. Roof-mounted, building integrated Solar energy systems in accordance with the standards in this Chapter are allowed as a permitted in all zoning districts. B. Standards. 1. Building integrated solar systems shall be located on the roof top of the building. Wall mounted systems shall be prohibited. 2 Height. Roof-mounted solar energy systems shall comply with the maximum height requirements in the applicable zoning district. 10 City of Albertville Ordinance No. 2022 - ___ Solar Energy Systems Page 2 of 3 3. Setbacks. Roof-mounted systems shall comply with all building setbacks in the applicable zoning district and shall be setback eighteen (18) inches from the perimeter and the crown of the roof on which the system is mounted. 4. Roof Mounting. Roof-mounted solar collectors on residential buildings may be flush-mounted or bracket-mounted. Bracket-mounted collectors shall be permitted only when a determination is made by the City Building Official that the underlying roof structure will support apparatus with regard to wind, and snow loads, and all applicable building standards are satisfied. 5. Screening. Roof-mounted solar energy systems on commercial, industrial, or institutional buildings shall be treated as mechanical equipment and shall be screened from view from adjoining properties or public streets. 6. Fire access. Roof-mounted solar energy systems shall provide a thirty-six (36) inch unobstructed fire access lane at the periphery or through the solar energy system. 7. Aesthetics. All solar energy systems shall minimize glare towards vehicular traffic and adjacent properties. C. Safety. 1. Standards. Solar energy systems shall meet the minimum standards outlined by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) ,the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), ASTM International, British Standards Institution (BSI), International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), International Organization for Standardization (ISO), Underwriter's Laboratory (UL), the Solar Rating and Certification Corporation (SRCC) or other standards as determined by the City Building Official. 2. Certification. Solar energy systems shall be certified by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, the Solar Rating and Certification Corporation or other body as determined by the City Building Official. The City reserves the right to deny a building permit for proposed solar energy systems deemed to have inadequate certification. 3. Utility Connection. All grid connected systems shall have an agreement with the local utility prior to the issuance of a building permit. A visible external disconnect shall be provided if required by the utility. D. Permit. A building permit shall be obtained for any solar energy system prior to installation. : 11 City of Albertville Ordinance No. 2022 - ___ Solar Energy Systems Page 3 of 3 THIS AMENDMENT SHALL BE IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING ITS PASSAGE AND PUBLICATION. Approved by the Albertville City Council this ____ day of July 2022. Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor ______________________________ Kris Luedke, City Clerk 12 Mayor and Council Request for Action C:\Users\Anna\OneDrive - NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTAN\Desktop\Albertville June PC Packet\RCA Vehicle Weight.docx Meeting Date: 06/21/2022 June 8, 2022 SUBJECT: Vehicle Weight Classes and Load RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the following: MOTION TO: Approve City Code Amendment No. _____ amending the City Code, Title 7 Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Chapter 1 General Traffic Provisions, Subsection 2 Vehicles with Lugs; Vehicle Weight and Load; pertaining to vehicle weights / sizes permitted on local streets in the City of Albertville. Approve Zoning Text Amendment No.____ amending Section 1000.15 A.4: Outside Storage, Residential, Commercial and Industrial Uses and Section 1200.4.F Off-Street Parking requirements of the Albertville Zoning Code; limiting the weight and size motor vehicles allowed to be parked or stored on a residential lot. BACKGROUND: Currently the City Code and Zoning code limits the size of motor vehicles parked on local streets or to be stored on residential lot not more than 12,000 gross weight. This vehicle description has become obsolete and difficult to measure. Updating the code to include MnDOT vehicle classifications allows vehicles to be easily identified. Implementing the MnDOT’s vehicle classification scheme is more universal, easily understood, and allow city officials and law enforcement to provide consistent identification and code enforcement. MnDOT identifies classes 1-3 as most everyday passenger vehicles such as motorcycles, cars, and trucks. Class 4 includes recreational vehicles. The majority of vehicles above class 3 are larger commercial vehicles and do not belong in residential areas. KEY ISSUES: • The draft ordinances define and identify vehicles by class using MnDOT’s Vehicle Classification Scheme. • The draft ordinances are written to address both traffic and zoning codes independently. • The draft ordinances specify that vehicle classes 1-3 (per MnDOT’s Vehicle Classification Scheme) are permitted to be stored, operated, or parked on residential streets and parking lots, allowing exceptions for deliveries, emergencies, etc. • The draft ordinances provide an allowance for one class 4 recreational vehicle. • Vehicles in classifications higher than 4, may still use local streets for public safety and commercial service and deliveries. 13 Mayor and Council Request for Action – June 21,2022 Code Amendments – Vehicle Weights and Sizes Page 2 of 2 C:\Users\Anna\OneDrive - NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTAN\Desktop\Albertville June PC Packet\RCA Vehicle Weight.docx Meeting Date: 06/21/2022 POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: Albertville City Code Title 7 Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Chapter 1 General Traffic Provisions, Subsection 2 Vehicles with Lugs; Vehicle Weight and Load addresses traffic and parking restrictions on local streets. Chapter 1000 General Building and Performance Requirements Section 1000.15 A.4: Outside Storage, Residential, Commercial and Industrial Uses address performance requirements for outdoor storage and parking on private residential lots. The Council is asked to review the draft ordinance and determine if the ordinance adequately addresses the update of vehicle weight restrictions in residential zones. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: Updating the code will not create additional cost or administrative processing for the City. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: In accordance with Council procedures, the Mayor and Council have the authority to approve the code amendments which requires a majority vote of the City Council and becomes effective upon publication. Department/Responsible Person: Alan Brixius / Tara Kohl Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad. Attachments: Draft Motor Vehicle and Traffic Code amendment Draft Outdoor Storage and Off-Street Parking Zoning amendment. 14 CITY OF ALBERTVILLE COUNTY OF WRIGHT STATE OF MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO.: 2022-___ AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1000.15 A.4 OF ALBERTVILLE MUNICIPAL CITY CODE, RELATING TO OUTSIDE STORAGE, RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL USES The City Council of the City of Albertville, Minnesota hereby ordains: Section 1. Section 200.2, Definitions of the Albertville City Code is hereby amended as follows: MnDOT Vehicle Classification (VC): categorization of traffic by 13 vehicle types (motorcycles, single unit trucks, semis with single or twin trailers, etc.); data is routinely collected on trunk highways and some local roads and is used to produce Heavy Commercial Annual Average Daily Traffic (HCAADT). MnDOT Vehicle Classification Scheme: the axle spacings of vehicles to classify traffic into thirteen vehicle types. For information on the specific vehicle types view the Vehicle Classification Scheme table. 15 16 Section 2. Chapter 1000 General Building and Performance Requirements Section 1000.15 A.4: Outside Storage, Residential, Commercial And Industrial Uses is hereby amended as follows: 1000.15: OUTSIDE STORAGE, RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL USES: 4. On and off-street parking of currently registered and operable passenger vehicles and trucks that do not exceed a vehicle classification of 1-3 per MnDOT’s Vehicle Classification Scheme, with the exception for one (1) class 4 recreational vehicle that is stored on a residential lot in compliance with Section 1000.15.A.2 of the Albertville code. gross weight of twelve thousand (12,000) pounds. Section 2. Chapter 1200 Off Street Parking Requirements section 1200.4 F: General Provisions is hereby amended as follows: 1200.4: GENERAL PROVISIONS F. Residential Area Parking: On and off street parking facilities accessory to residential use shall be utilized solely for the parking of licensed and operable motor vehicles passenger automobiles; no more than one truck not to exceed gross capacity of twelve thousand (12,000) pounds; not to exceed a classification 1-3 per MnDOT’s Vehicle Classification Scheme, with the exception for one (1) class 4 recreational vehicle that is stored on a residential lot in compliance with Section 1000.15.A.2 of the Albertville code shall be permitted. and recreational vehicles and equipment. Under no circumstances shall required parking facilities accessory to residential structures be used for the storage of commercial vehicles or equipment or for the parking of automobiles belonging to the employees, owners, tenants or customers of business or manufacturing establishments. THIS AMENDMENT SHALL BE IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING ITS PASSAGE AND PUBLICATION. Approved by the Albertville City Council this ____ day of ____, 2022. Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor 17 ______________________________ Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk 18 CITY OF ALBERTVILLE COUNTY OF WRIGHT STATE OF MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO.: 2022-___ AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE, TITLE 7 MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC, CHAPTER 1 GENERAL TRAFFIC PROVISIONS, SUBSECTION 2 VEHICLES WITH LUGS; VEHICLE WEIGHT AND LOAD The City Council of the City of Albertville, Minnesota hereby ordains: Section 1. Section 7-1-1, Definitions of the Albertville City Code is hereby amended as follows: MnDOT Vehicle Classification (VC): categorization of traffic by 13 vehicle types (motorcycles, single unit trucks, semis with single or twin trailers, etc.); data is routinely collected on trunk highways and some local roads and is used to produce Heavy Commercial Annual Average Daily Traffic (HCAADT). MnDOT Vehicle Classification Scheme: the axle spacings of vehicles to classify traffic into 13 vehicle types. For information on the specific vehicle types view the Vehicle Classification Scheme table. 19 20 Section 2. Title 7 Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Chapter 1 General Traffic Provisions, Subsection 2 Vehicles with Lugs; Vehicle Weight and Load is hereby amended as follows: 7-1-2: VEHICLES WITH LUGS; VEHICLE WEIGHT AND LOAD: B. Weight: 1. It is prohibited for any person or party to drive any vehicle over any street or parking lot when such vehicle has an axle weight load in excess of four (4) tons, unless permission is obtained and granted by the city council. 2. It is prohibited for any person or party to operate, store, or park a truck of over twelve thousand (12,000) pounds gross weight any vehicle above class 3 per MnDOT’s Vehicle Classification Scheme, only vehicle classes 1-3, with the exception for one (1) class 4 recreational vehicle that is stored on a residential lot in compliance with Section 1000.15.A.2 of the Albertville code, shall be permitted on any primarily residential street within the city, unless said truck vehicle is actually actively engaged in emergency or city vehicle use or making a pick up or delivery at a residential dwelling. 3. It is hereby prohibited to operate trucks having a gross weight of more than twelve thousand (12,000) pounds vehicles having a classification of 4 or above per MnDOT’s Vehicle Classification Scheme, only vehicle classes 1-3, with the exception for one (1) class 4 recreational vehicle that is stored on a residential lot in compliance with Section 1000.15.A.2 of the Albertville code, shall be permitted on the following designated streets, unless said truck vehicle is actually actively engaged in emergency or city vehicle use or making a pick up or delivery at a residential dwelling: Street From To 57th St NE Main Ave NE Barthel Industrial Dr NE 55th St NE Main Ave NE Barthel Industrial Dr NE 54th St NE Main Ave NE Barthel Industrial Dr NE 51st St NE Main Ave NE Barthel Industrial Dr NE 62nd St NE Lakeshore Dr W 63rd Street NE C. Petty Misdemeanor Violation; Penalty: Any person, party or firm who violates any provision of this section shall be guilty of a petty misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof, shall be punished pursuant to section 1-4-1 of this code. (Ord. 1979-9, 11- 5-1979; amd. Ord. 2017-01, 1-3-2017; Ord. 2019-06, 9-16-2019) 21 THIS AMENDMENT SHALL BE IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING ITS PASSAGE AND PUBLICATION. Approved by the Albertville City Council this ____ day of ____, 2022. Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor ______________________________ Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk 22 23 Mayor and Council Request for Action C:\Users\Anna\OneDrive - NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTAN\Desktop\Albertville June PC Packet\RCA Pool Fence.docx Meeting Date: 06/21/2022 June 8, 2022 SUBJECT: Albertville Pool Fence Ordinance RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the following: MOTION TO: Approve Zoning Code Amendment No. _____ amending the Zoning Code, Chapter 1000, Section 1000.5 C.3, pertaining to swimming pools accessory to single family and two-family lots and the required fences or enclosures to restrict access to swimming pools. BACKGROUND: The City would like to adopt more specific and understandable language of pool fence requirements. There have inquiries about allowing pool covers as an alternative to a fence around the swimming pool. The pool cover is not a barrier that is always active or in place, as it is removed when the pool is in use, therefore not a sufficient safety measure or enclosure for a swimming pool. The redrafted code calls for an impenetrable enclosure or fence to prevent unsupervised children from gaining access. KEY ISSUES: The ordinance redraft would address the following issues: • The redrafted ordinance includes more specific, understandable language of the pool fence requirements. • The redrafted ordinance defines that a fence or structure needs to be surrounding all possible pool access points. • Inground pools have specific fencing performance requirements including a minimum fence height of 5 feet. • Above ground pools have specific fencing performance requirements dependent on the height of the pool wall above ground. • Above ground pools that have side walls measuring between 24” and 48” in height from the ground require a minimum fence height of 4 feet surrounding the pool. • Above ground pools with side walls at or above 48” do not require a fence surrounding the entire pool area and only requires an enclosure or safety mechanism at the access point. • General pool fencing material and design requirements, including locking gate mechanisms. Fences and gates should not be easy to climb, having minimal hand and foot holds to prevent children from gaining access. POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: Ordinance 1000.5 C.3.a of the Albertville City Code address general building and performance requirements. The Council is asked to review the 24 Mayor and Council Request for Action – June 21, 2022 Zoning Text Amendment – Swimming Pools Page 2 of 2 C:\Users\Anna\OneDrive - NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTAN\Desktop\Albertville June PC Packet\RCA Pool Fence.docx Meeting Date: 06/21/2022 draft ordinance and determine if the ordinance adequately addresses the desired fencing requirements for swimming pools. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: Redrafting the ordinance will not create additional cost or administrative processing for the City. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: In accordance with Council procedures, the Mayor and Council have the authority to approve the code amendment which requires a majority vote of the City Council and becomes effective upon publication. Department/Responsible Person: Alan Brixius / Tara Kohl Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad Attachments: Draft Swimming Pool Zoning Amendment. ALBERTVILLE MUNICIPAL CITY CODE, RELATING TO 25 CITY OF ALBERTVILLE COUNTY OF WRIGHT STATE OF MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO.: 2022-____ AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1000.5 C.3.a ALBERTVILLE MUNICIPAL CITY CODE, RELATING TO SWIMMING POOL AND HOT TUB FENCES THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALBERTVILLE, MINNESOTA ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Ordinance 1000.5 C.3.a., Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs of the Albertville City Code is hereby amended as follows: 1000.5C: SWIMMING POOLS AND HOT TUBS: 3. Fences Or Enclosures To Restrict Access: All swimming pools for which a building permit is required shall be provided with safeguards to prevent children from gaining uncontrolled access. This can be accomplished with fencing, barrier, or other enclosure, or any combination thereof, of sufficient density as to be impenetrable. a. Inground Pools: Inground pools shall require a fence surrounding the pool area measuring at least five feet (5') in height. Fences shall be constructed of a noncorrosive material and shall not be easily climbable (chain link fences must be vinyl coated with slats for screening). Fences should be constructed to have minimal handholds and footholds. The size of openings within the fence should be minimized. The bottom of the fence shall not allow more than four inches (4") clearance from the ground. All fence openings or points of entry into the pool enclosure shall be equipped with gates or doors. All gates or doors to swimming pool areas shall be equipped with self-closing and self-latching devices where the release mechanism of the device is placed at a minimum height of forty-eight inches (48") from the bottom of the gate on a five-foot (5') fence. b. Above Ground Pools: Above ground pools shall require a fence surrounding the pool area at least four feet (4') in height for above ground pools with sidewalls between twenty- four inches (24") and no more than forty-eight inches (48") in height. The above ground pool structure itself may serve as a barrier if the top of the pool measures at least forty- eight inches (48”) above grade and does not require a fence, provided that safeguards are in place with a locking mechanism to be inaccessible to all small children. Safeguards may include a ladder or steps designed to be secured, locked, or removed to prevent access, or the entry point may be surrounded by a barrier such as those described in these guidelines. Fences shall be constructed of a noncorrosive material and shall not be easily climbable (chain link fences must be vinyl coated with slats for screening). Fences should be constructed to have minimal handholds and footholds. The size of openings within the fence should be minimized. The bottom of the fence shall not allow more than four inches (4") clearance from the ground. All fence openings or points of entry into the pool enclosure shall be equipped with gates or doors. All gates or doors to swimming pool areas 26 shall be equipped with self-closing and self-latching devices where the release mechanism of the device is and placed at a minimum height of forty-two inches (42") from the bottom of the gate on a four-foot (4') fence as described above, so as to be inaccessible to all small children. Prior to filling the pool, the approved fence and/or barrier must be completely in place and inspected and approved by the city building official. c. Swimming pool fences shall comply with fence setback standards of section 1000.6 of this chapter. d. Required structure or safety fencing shall be completely installed within three (3) weeks following the installation of the pool, before any water is allowed in the pool, and prior to final inspection. THIS AMENDMENT SHALL BE IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING ITS PASSAGE AND PUBLICATION. Approved by the Albertville City Council this ____ day of ____, 2022. Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor ______________________________ Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk 27 SWIMMING POOLS RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY Permit Required: Building permits are required for ALL pools over 24” in height or depth whether in, on, or above ground. City Code 1000.5 A & B Fences To Restrict Access: All swimming pools that require a building permit must be provided with safeguards to prevent children from gaining uncontrolled access. Pool fences must comply with the City fence standards in City Code 1000.6 Inground Pools: Inground pools require a fence surrounding the pool area at least 5' in height. Above Ground Pools: Above ground pools require a fence surrounding the pool area at least 4' in height for above ground pools with sidewalls between 24" and no more than 48" in height. There is an excepƟon to the fence requirement if the pool structure itself may serve as a barrier if the top of the pool measures at least 48” and safeguards are in place with a locking mechanism to prevent children entry into the pool. Fencing Requirements: · Fences shall be constructed of a noncorrosive material and shall not be easily climbable. · Fences should be constructed to have minimal handholds and footholds. · All fence openings or points of entry into the pool enclosure shall be equipped with gates or doors. All gates or doors to swimming pool areas shall be equipped with self-closing and self-latching devices. For more informaƟon: Phone: 763.497.3384 www.ci.albertville.mn.us SWIMMING POOLS Drainage: Back flush or pool drainage water shall be directed onto the prop- erty on which the swimming pool is located and ulƟmately to public storm sewer, if available. Setbacks: Pools & pool decks shall not be located in the required side yard of any zoning district and shall not be located closer than 10' of the rear property line. The filter unit, pump heaƟng unit, and any noisemaking mechanical equipment shall not be closer than 20' to any lot line or 10' from any lot line if located within an insulated building to buffer noise. Pools & pool decks shall not be lo- cated beneath overhead uƟlity lines nor over un- derground uƟlity lines of any type. 28 Mayor and Council Request for Action C:\Users\Anna\OneDrive - NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTAN\Desktop\Albertville June PC Packet\RCA Class 2 ATVs.docx Meeting Date: INSERT DATE June 8, 2022 SUBJECT: Albertville Recreational Vehicle Ordinance RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the following: MOTION TO: Approve City Code Amendment No. _____ amending the City Code, TITLE 7 MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC, CHAPTER 3: SNOWMOBILES AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND MOTORIZED GOLF CARTS; allowing Golf Carts and Class 2 ATVs to travel on local public streets in the City of Albertville with an approved City permit. BACKGROUND: The City previously permitted the use of golf carts on public streets and drafted a similar ordinance to address and allow class 2 all-terrain vehicles on public streets . We have since learned that per Minnesota Statute 169.045 subd. 1 and subd. 2, recreational vehicles and motorized golf carts are only authorized on public streets with a City approved permit. The redraft of the ordinance implements a permit system, and outlines the permit application requirements for golf carts and class 2 all-terrain vehicles be allowed to travel on public streets within the City of Albertville. KEY ISSUES: The redraft of the Golf Cart / Class 2 All-Terrain Vehicle code amendment addresses the following key issues. • The redrafted ordinance includes items from the previous draft as well as the inclusion of the permit requirements, process, and application. • The application process is exclusive to Class 2 ATVs and motorized golf carts. • Applications must be submitted per vehicle, with each providing proof of individual insurance coverage. • Golf Carts and Class 2 all-terrain vehicles may only travel on local streets; they are prohibited on County and State roadways except when crossing at an intersection. • Golf Carts and Class 2 all-terrain vehicles are prohibited from traveling on City sidewalks, trails, and City parks. • Golf Carts and Class 2 all-terrain vehicle drivers must be a licensed driver and obey the traffic laws. This prohibits underage drivers from using class 2 all-terrain vehicles on public streets. • Hours of operation are limited to daylight hours unless the Golf Cart or Class 2 ATV is equipped with head lights; taillight, brake lights and turn signals. • All Golf Carts and / or class 2 ATV must be insured. 29 Mayor and Council Request for Action – (INSERT MEETING DATE) (Class 2 All-Terrain Vehicle Amendment) Page 2 of 2 C:\Users\Anna\OneDrive - NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTAN\Desktop\Albertville June PC Packet\RCA Class 2 ATVs.docx Meeting Date: INSERT DATE • The redrafted ordinance outlines minimum equipment standards for Golf Carts and Class 2 ATVs traveling on public streets. • St. Michael code allows class 2 ATVs on public streets with similar standards. POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: City Staff has examined other cities with class 2 all-terrain vehicle regulations and presented these options to the City Council in May 2022. Following this, the permit requirement was discovered and implemented into the redrafted ordinance. The Council is asked to review the redrafted ordinance and determine if the ordinance adequately addresses the permitting and use of class 2 all-terrain vehicles and motorized golf carts on public streets in Albertville. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The redrafted ordinance will require administrative processing and fee collection of the permits to operate class 2 all-terrain vehicles and motorized golf carts on public streets within the City of Albertville. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: Any licensed driver may operate a class 2 all-terrain vehicle or motorized golf cart with a valid permit on local streets if the machine meets the equipment standards and they abide by the regulations of this ordinance amendment and the traffic safety laws. The City will rely on the Sheriff patrol for enforcement traffic violations. Department/Responsible Person: Alan Brixius / Tara Kohl Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad Attachments: Redrafted Albertville Code Change – Class 2 ATV Recreational Vehicle Permit Application 30 CITY OF ALBERTVILLE COUNTY OF WRIGHT STATE OF MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO.: 2022-___ AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE, TITLE 7 MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC, CHAPTER 3 SNOWMOBILES, RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND MOTORIZED GOLF CARTS IN THE CITY OF ALBERTVILLE, MINNESOTA The City Council of the City of Albertville, Minnesota hereby ordains: Section 1. Title 7 Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Chapter 3 Snowmobiles, Recreational Vehicles and Motorized Golf Carts is hereby amended as follows: Chapter 3 Snowmobiles, Recreational Vehicles and Motorized Golf Carts. Section 2. Section 7-3-2, Definitions of the Albertville City Code is hereby amended as follows: All-Terrain Vehicle: A motorized floatation-tired vehicle on not less than three (3) low pressure tires and not more than six (6) tires. that is limited in engine displacement of less than eight hundred (800) cubic centimeters and total dry weight of less than nine hundred (900) pounds. All-Terrain Vehicle includes Class 1 All-Terrain Vehicles and Class 2 All-Terrain Vehicles as defined below. Class 1 All-Terrain Vehicle: Class 1 All-Terrain Vehicle means an All-Terrain Vehicle that has a total width from outside of tire rim to outside of tire rim that is fifty (50) inches or less and a total dry weight of less than nine hundred (900) pounds. Class 2 All-Terrain Vehicle: Class 2 All-Terrain Vehicle means an all-terrain vehicle that has a total width from outside of tire rim to outside of tire rim that is greater than fifty (50) inches but not more than sixty-five (65) inches and a total dry weight of nine hundred (900) to one thousand five hundred (1,500) pounds. Section 3. 7-3-7: Motorized Golf Carts and Class 2 All-Terrain Vehicles: A. Operation: Authorization to operate a motorized golf cart, class 2 all-terrain vehicle, on city streets is by permit only. The following operating restrictions shall apply to the use of Golf Carts and Class 2 All-Terrain Vehicles: Operation of class 1 all-terrain vehicles on city streets is prohibited. 31 2 1. Permit Required: No golf carts or class 2 all-terrain vehicles may be operated on public streets or property without obtaining a permit from the City. a. A permit application supplied by the City must be submitted for each vehicle and must include the following information: 1. Date 2. Name, address, and phone number of applicant 3. Copy of applicant’s driver’s license 4. Make, model, and VIN or serial number of vehicle 5. Proof of insurance including company name, policy number, effective dates, and adequate coverage per section 7-3-7, A-10 of this Code for the vehicle. 6. Applicant shall demonstrate the vehicle complies with the required equipment requirements of Section 7-3-7 C of this code. 7. Other information as required by the City b. Permit Fees: Permit fees shall be assessed for work governed by this Code in accordance with the fee schedule as established in section 3-1-3 of this Code. c. Permit Term: Permits shall be granted for a period of three (3) years and expire December 31st of the third year. d. Permit Processing: The application review and issuance of permits shall take approximately two (2) weeks from the date of application. e. Owner-operator must have a valid permit accompanying the vehicle at all times while operating on city streets and must present it upon request of a law enforcement officer enforcing traffic laws. 2. Single File, Right Hand Lane: No person shall operate a motorized golf cart or class 2 all-terrain vehicle on the portion of any right of way of any street, except single file, on the most right-hand lane when available for traffic or as close as practical to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway, except when passing another vehicle stopped in that lane. 3. Private Property: No person shall operate a motorized golf cart or class 2 all-terrain vehicle on the private property of another without lawful authority or consent of the owner. 4. Speed Limit: The speed limit should apply as follows: a. No person shall operate a motorized golf cart on streets or roadways at a speed in excess of twenty (20) miles per hour. 32 3 b. No person shall operate a class 2 all-terrain vehicle above the posted speed limit on any given city street or roadway. 5. Sidewalks And Paved Walkways: No person shall operate a motorized golf cart or class 2 all-terrain vehicle on public sidewalks, pedestrian paths, or paved trails within the city. 6. Times of Operation: No person shall operate a motorized golf cart or class 2 all- terrain vehicle within the city during between sunset and sunrise without rear-facing brake lights, turn signals, and headlights. They shall not be operated in inclement weather, except during emergency conditions as provided in the ordinance, or when visibility is impaired by weather, smoke, fog, or other conditions, or at any time when there is insufficient visibility to clearly see persons and vehicles on the roadway at a distance of five hundred (500) feet. 7. Stop And Yield Intersections: No motorized golf cart or class 2 all-terrain vehicle shall enter any intersection without making a complete stop. The operator shall then yield the right of way to any vehicles or pedestrians at the intersection, or so close to the intersection as to constitute an immediate hazard if not yielded to. 8. Signaling: Motorized golf carts and class 2 all-terrain vehicles not equipped with brake lights or turn signals must use appropriate hand signals to signal turns as defined by Minnesota State Statute 169.19 Subd. 8. 9. Operators: Persons at least sixteen (16) years of age and holding a valid driver’s license recognized by the State of Minnesota as permitting the operation of motor vehicles in the state are allowed to operate a motorized golf cart or class 2 all-terrain vehicle on streets within the City of Albertville. 10. Insurance: Motorized golf carts and class 2 all-terrain vehicles must hold valid Minnesota vehicle insurance through the private market or the Minnesota Automobile Insurance Plan. The applicant must provide evidence of insurance in compliance with the provisions of Minnesota Statute 65B.48, subd.1 concerning insurance coverage for the vehicle when applying for a permit. 11. Crossing: Motorized golf carts and class 2 all-terrain vehicles shall only be operated on city owned streets and alleys within the boundaries of the city with the following exception: a. Motorized golf carts and class 2 all-terrain vehicles may cross any county or state highway intersecting a city owned street. B. Operation Prohibited in City Parks: It shall be illegal to operate a motorized golf cart or class 2 all-terrain vehicle within the boundaries of a city designated park. 33 4 C. Required Equipment: Motorized golf carts and class 2 all-terrain vehicles shall have the following required equipment: 1. Brakes: Brakes adequate to control the movement of and to stop and hold the motorized golf cart or class 2 all-terrain vehicle. 2. Mufflers: Standard mufflers which are properly attached and in constant operation and which reduce the noise of operation of the motor to the minimum necessary for operation. No person shall use a muffler cutout, bypass, straight pipe or similar device on a motorized golf car or class 2 all-terrain vehicle, and the exhaust system shall not emit or produce a sharp popping or crackling sound. 3. Rearview Mirror: The motorized golf cart or class 2 all-terrain vehicle shall be equipped with a rearview mirror. 4. Slowing Moving Vehicle Sign: The motorized golf cart shall be equipped with a slow-moving vehicle sign on the rear of the vehicle as provided for in Minnesota Statues section 169.522, when operated on designated roadways. D. Violations of is code shall be addressed per Section 7-3-6 of this code and may be result in the revocation of the vehicle permit. Section 4. This ordinance shall be effective upon its passage and publication. Approved by the Albertville City Council this _____ day of _________, 2022. ______________________________________ Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________________ Kris Luedke, City Clerk 34 APPLICATION FOR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PERMIT City of Albertville 5959 Main Avenue NE, P.O. Box 9 Albertville, MN 55313 763.497.3384 www.ci.albertville.mn.us DATE OF APPLICATION PERMIT FEE $ ☐ PAID In accordance with Albertville City Ordinance Title 7 Chapter 3 Snowmobiles, Recreational Vehicles And Motorized Golf Carts— Recreational vehicles are permitted to operate only on city streets, not state or federal highways, except to cross at designated intersections. Recreational vehicles may only be operated on designated roadways from sunrise to sunset. They shall not be operated in inclement weather conditions or at any time when there is insufficient light to clearly see persons and vehicles on the roadway at a distance of 500 feet. Every person operating a recreational vehicle under permit on designated roadways has all the rights and duties applicable to the driver of any other vehicle under the provisions of M.S. Ch. 169.045, subd. 6. All applicants must supply the following:  Proof of valid MN Driver’s license or ATV permit where applicable.  Proof of insurance in compliance with the provisions of Minnesota Statute 65B.48, subd.1. NAME OF APPLICANT DATE OF BIRTH ADDRESS CITY, STATE, ZIP DRIVER’S LICENSE NUMBER ATV OPERATORS PERMIT (where applicable) INSURANCE COMPANY POLICY NUMBER VEHICLE INFORMATION ☐ GOLF CART ☐ CLASS 2 ATV MAKE MODEL YEAR VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) OR SERIAL NUMBER SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT By signing I acknowledge that I have read the rules above and agree and understand to abide by all rules and laws pertaining to this permit. The City Council may suspend or revoke a permit granted hereunder upon a finding that the holder thereof has violated any of the provisions of the Albertville City Ordinance, Title 7 Chapter 3, or if there is evidence that the permit holder cannot safely operate the recreational vehicle on the designated roadways. 35 Revised 2022 36 NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS, INC. __________________________________________________________________ 415 0 Olson Memorial Highway, Ste. 320, Golden Valley, MN 55422 Telephone: 763.957.1100 Website: www.nacplanning.com MEMORANDUM: TO: Adam Nafstad FROM: Alan Brixius DATE: June 8, 2022 RE: Concept plan for Psyk Property West. FILE NO: 163.05 General PID: 101-500-013-200 BACKGROUND: Integrated Properties are interested in acquiring the Pysk Property at the northeast quadrant of the C.R. 19 and 53rd street intersection. They wish to pursue a residential land use for his parcel. They have submitted a concept plan for the site and have requested that the Planning Commission and City Council give them direction on the acceptability of the proposed land use and site design to determine if they should pursue formal development applications. Action on a concept plan does not convey any development rights to the applicant. Rather it provides information to allow the applicant to decide as whether they wish to invest in and produce more detailed construction drawings and file a more formal development applications with the City. If the development proceeds the following development applications are needed. 1. Comprehensive Plan amendment, changing the proposed land use for the site from commercial to low density residential and medium density residential. 2. Subdivision that will create the lots for development the dedication of the street rights-of-way. 3. Zoning map amendment changing the zoning for the residential land use from R- 1 Single Family Residential District and B-2 Limited Business District to a PUD Planned Unit Development zoning district. The PUD district is needed to accommodate the proposed single family lot sizes and a townhome layout (private streets). 37 2 4. PUD development Stage review. ANALYSIS Comprehensive plan: The 2030 Vision Study guides the west 500 feet of the parcel abutting C.R. 19 for commercial land use with the balance of the property guided for low density residential land use. The Vision Study policies discourages losing commercially guided land for residential development. However, the policy plan also states “…the City wishes to be open to potential land uses and /or development options that may not be in line with the stated ambitions of the Vision Study.” The city will consider concept plans showing land uses that different from the Vision Plan’s proposed land use map and will evalu ate them for consistency with the City’s goals and the potential benefit that may be derived from the development. The Vision Study transportation recommendations call for the extension of 53 rd Street between Lachman Avenue and C.R. 19 creating a full intersection at C.R. 19. LaCenter Avenue must be extended between Albertville Crossing to the north beyond 53 rd Street to provide street access to the property to the south. Zoning: Property is currently zoned a combination of B-2 Limited Business District along C. R. 19 and R-1 Single family zoning district. The concept plan proposes a combination single family homes and townhomes for the property. These are intended to be owner occupied housing which is different from Integrated Properties’ “Preserve at Albertville” single family rental development. The concept plan proposes 65-foot-wide single family lots along the existing single family neighborhoods to the east with townhomes on the west side of the property. A commercial lot will be retained in the northwest corner of the property abutting Albertville Crossings. The proposed single-family lots and townhome development will require a change in Zoning to a PUD zoning district. KEY ISSUES: • The Concept plan proposes single family lots along Psyk 5th and 6th addition, with local street connections into these existing neighborhoods. While the proposed 65-foot-wide single-family lots are smaller than the adjoining R-1 single family lots, the land use and housing product is the same and the density is similar. The Applicants have indicated that these will be owner occupied homes. This is compatible with the existing low density residential neighborhoods to the east and the guided land use for this area of the city. 38 3 • The City will require the single family lots 11, 23, 27 to be enlarged to meet the R-1 minimum lot size in width and area. These lots abut the side yards of R-1 lots in the existing neighborhoods. • The townhomes are proposed to between the proposed single family area and C.R. 19. These townhomes would be arranged along a private street which will provide driveway access to the individual dwelling units. The townhome streets do not interconnect with the single family neighborhood. • The concept plan provides for the extension of 53rd Street NE consistent with the City Vision Study. 53rd Street NE is a minor collector street having a full signalized intersection with CR. 19. 53rd Street shall provide a 60-foot right-of- way expanding to 70 feet entering CR.19. This street must be part of the initial subdivision of the property. The proposed concept plan is an opportunity for the complete build out the CR. 19 / 53rd Street NE intersection. • The Concept plan must be revised to show the extension LeCenter Avenue. LeCenter Avenue shall provide an 80-right-of-way matching the street to the north. LeCenter Avenue right-of-way must be platted and constructed to the adjoining property line to the south. The subdivision will need to show the right- of way dedication and construction plans must comply with City Street Standards. The need for the required LeCenter Avenue extension will impact the number and arrangement of the townhome s within the concept plan. • The extension of LaCenter Avenue south of 53rd Street NE will require its construction over the drainage ditch / wetland along the south property line. The location and design of this street extension will be an issue that must be resolved with the preliminary plat. • The subdivision abuts CR.19, any subdivision abutting a County road is subject to County review. Past subdivisions to the north were required to plat approximately 60 of right-of-way measured from the centerline of the CR.19. The Concept plans a 60 foot right of way dedication for CR. 19. A right-in / right out access from CR. 19 may be available across from the Kingston Crossing access. This may be a benefit to a commercial property at the northwest corner of this site. Developer shall be responsible for any CR. 19 improvements required with this development. • The Concept plan proposes the full development of the Psyk parcel allowing the planning and improvements for the entire parcel and connections to the adjoining neighborhoods and vacant parcel to the south. The proposed concept plan will allow for the complete infill development of this property. • Utilities are available to the site at three street locations. • Integrated Properties will provide examples of the housing products they propose for the site, for planning commission review. 39 4 • In considering the change in land use and the development pattern the Planning Commission and City Council must consider the impact this development may have on adjoining properties and future development requests. In looking at this property specifically, the proposed low-density residential neighborhood is compatible with the existing neighborhoods to the east. The concept plan would preserve on commercial lot along CR. 19 along Albertville crossing, with homes backing up to a commercial lot and ponding areas along the north lot line. The parcel to the south is guided for commercial land use, however, this parcel is physically separated from the concept plan by a large wetland and drainage ditch. These physical barriers limit the interaction between the s ites exclusively to the Lachman Avenue extension. CONCLUSION: Action on a concept plan does not convey any development rights to the applicant. Rather it provides information to allow the applicant to decide as whether they wish to invest in and produce more detailed construction drawings and file a more formal development applications with the City. The planning Commission and City Council is requested to provide some direction as to whether proposed land uses, and the general concept plan design may be appropriate for this area of the City. Maeghan Becker Kris Luedke Ian Peterson. 40 41 42 43 44