2023-07-11 Planning Commission Packet-
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL – ADOPT AGENDA
2. MINUTES
a. June 13, 2023, Planning Commission Meeting. (Pages 2-4)
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. Consider a zoning text amendment to section 1000.15 Outdoor Storage pertaining to the
temporary storage of storage containers and dumpster bags within residential
neighborhoods. (Pages 5-7)
6. OTHER BUSINESS
a. Discuss changes for curb cut widths. (Pages 8-11)
7. ADJOURNMENT
Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Regular Meeting on June 13, 2023
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ALBERTVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION
TUESDAY, JUNE 13, 2023
DRAFT MINUTES
ALBERTVILLE CITY HALL 7:05 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER – ROLL CALL – ADOPT AGENDA
Chair Buhrmann called the meeting to order at 7:05 pm.
Maeghan Becker conducted roll call.
Present: Chair Buhrmann and Commissioners Anderson, and Smith (Smith arrived at 7:08pm).
Absent: Huggins and Council Liaison Hayden.
Others Present: City Planner Al Brixius, and Building Permit Technician Maeghan Becker and Austen Adam with Bravera Bank, and Jason Pinski.
Motioned by Buhrmann, seconded by Anderson to approve the agenda as submitted. Ayes:
Buhrmann and Anderson. Nays: None. Absent: Huggins, Smith and Hayden. MOTION
DECLARED CARRIED.
2. MINUTES
Motioned by Buhrmann, seconded by Anderson to approve the May 9, 2023, Planning
Commission meeting minutes as presented. Ayes: Buhrmann and Anderson. Nays: None.
Absent: Huggins, Smith and Hayden. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED.
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. None.
4. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Application of Bravera Bank for a site and building plan building expansion
at 11102 57th Street Ne. Commissioner Smith arrived at 7:08pm.
Agenda Page 2
Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Regular Meeting on June 13, 2023
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Brixius presented the site and building plan review of the Bravera Bank addition and remodel (the former Financial Security Bank). The applicant is proposing to construct a 4,344 square foot addition on the west side of the bank, along with remodeling the interior of the existing building. In addition to the expansion, the application will also add 28 off-street parking stalls, therefore there will be a total of 65 stalls. Brixius went through the following on Bravera Bank site and building plan review: a) Site Access b) Building Setbacks c) Off-Street Parking d) ATM Island e) Building Design and Material f) Building Height g) Trash Handling h) Mechanical Equipment i) Landscaping j) Lighting k) Signage l) Grading, Drainage and Utilities Austen Adam with Bravera Bank introduced himself and said that they believe this will really improve the location and clean up the site. Commissioners asked about the timing of the project, Adam responded that they would like to complete the project by the end of this year if possible. Adam gave a brief overview of Bravera Bank and there are 27 locations throughout Montana and North Dakota, this will be the first location in Minnesota. Brixius stated that staff recommends approval based on the following conditions: 1. If new exterior lighting is proposed on the site, applicant shall provide a lighting and photometric plan for the site identifying the location of all freestanding and wall mounted exterior lights, light fixture details, height of freestanding lights, and light levels across the site. All lighting shall be 90-degree cutoff fixtures with shielded light source. 2. Grading, drainage and utility plans shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer.
Motioned by Anderson, seconded by Smith to approve the site and building expansion at
11102 57th Street Ne for the Bravera Bank with the conditions listed in the Planners
Report dated May 19, 2023. Ayes: Buhrmann, Anderson, and Smith. Nays: None. Absent:
Huggins and Hayden. MOTION DECLARED CARRIED.
B. Discuss a draft code amendment for the regulation of temporary storage
containers and residential dumpster bags.
Agenda Page 3
Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Regular Meeting on June 13, 2023
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Brixius went through the proposed zoning code amendment for temporary storage containers. This relates to temporary storage containers known as POD’s, and construction dumpsters and dumpster bags in residential neighborhoods. The City has received many complaints on these types of situations and currently there is no code to address the issue. Staff is recommending the proposed zoning code amendment that defines the uses, and also identifies the location and duration that these uses may be allowed. The City would enforce on a complaint basis still, and now staff would be able to enforce the new zoning code. Commissioners asked about enforcement and would like to know more about the rules of the dumpster bags so when we make our code, it will be efficient that it works with the rules of the dumpster collectors. Brixius stated that he would do more research on the dumpster bag rules and that we will bring this back for a public hearing at the next planning commission meeting.
5. ADJOURNMENT
Motioned by Anderson, seconded by Buhrmann to adjourn the meeting at 7:28pm. Ayes:
Buhrmann, Anderson and Smith. Nays: None. Absent: Huggins and Hayden. MOTION
DECLARED CARRIED.
Respectfully submitted,
_______________________________________ Maeghan M. Becker, Building Permit Technician
Agenda Page 4
Abcities LLC
PLANNING REPORT
TO: Adam Nafstad
FROM: Alan Brixius
DATE: June 5, 2023
RE: Albertville Zoning Code Amendment -Temporary Storage
Containers.
FILE NO: 163.05 23.0
PID: City Wide
BACKGROUND
The City of Albertville has received complaints regarding the placement and duration of
temporary storage Container (PODs), construction dumpsters and dumpster bag in
residential neighborhoods. It is understood that these items may be needed at time
when households are moving in or moving out of the house. Or needed in relation to a
construction or remodeling project. However, in some cases the duration of these
temporary use has become a nuisance for adjoining property owners.
Currently the City has no code addressing the use of these temporary uses. Staff is
recommending the attached zoning code amendment that defines the uses, and
identifies the location and duration that theses uses may be allowed. The City would
enforce only on a complaint basis and will not have a record for the start date on the
use of the items, as such through enforcement the property owner will have to produ ce
a contract or receipt demonstrating that they are not in violation of the code’s limited
duration.
The Planning Commission is requested to review and discuss the code elements and
provide a recommendation to the City Council on this issue. Staff will take any
suggested edits or modifications recommended by the Planning Commission.
Cc. Maeghan Becker
Kris Luedke
Mike Couri.
16405 78th Avenue N. Maple Grove
Tel: 763-242-6955
Email AlBrixius@gmail.com
Agenda Page 5
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
COUNTY OF WRIGHT
STATE OF MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO. 2023 – ___
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING APPENDIX A, SECTION 1000.15 A OUTSIDE
STORAGE ACCESSORY TO RESIDENTIAL USES, OF THE ALBERTVILLE
MUNICIPAL CITY CODE, ESTABLISHING REGULATION FOR THE USE AND
TERMS FOR TEMPORARY STORAGE CONTAINERS AND RESIDENTIAL
DUMPSTER BAGS.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALBERTVILLE, MINNESOTA ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. SECTION 200.2, Definitions is amended to include the following:
Residential dumpster bag: a storage bag temporarily placed on a property for use in storing
materials for household relocation or improvement projects.
Temporary storage container: an enclosed freestanding container temporarily placed on a
property for use in storing materials for household relocation or
improvement projects.
SECTION 2. Section 1000.15 A. of the Albertville zoning code is amended as follows:
7. Temporary storage containers including, but not limited to, cargo containers, portable on
demand storage units, and dumpsters, are not allowed as permanent storage structures.
Temporary storage containers being used for household relocation and improvement projects
are permitted subj ect to the following conditions:
a.The temporary storage container is enclosed and secure.
b.The temporary storage container is located on a property for no more than 30
consecutive days in one calendar year, unless there is an active building permit i n place for the
property, in which case the temporary storage container may be located on the property for no
more than 90 consecutive days.
c.The temporary storage container is located on a driveway or hard surface area in the
front yard, must be setback a minimum of 15 feet from the public street curb and five feet from
a private street curb, and five feet from side property lines, and may not intrude on sidewalks.
d.No permit is required for the temporary storage container. The city may require
information appertaining to the dates upon which the temporary storage container was placed
on a property and when it will be removed if concerns are raised over the duration of time
during which the storage container is located on the property.
Agenda Page 6
8.Residential dumpster bags being used for household relocation and improvement projects
are permitted subject to the following conditions:
a.The residential dumpster bag is located on a property for no more than 30
consecutive days in one calendar year, unless there is an active building permit in place for the
property, in which case the residenti al dumpster bag may be located on the property for no
more than 90 consecutive days.
b.The residential dumpster bag must be setback a minimum of 15 feet from the public
street curb and five feet from a private street curb, and five feet from side propert y lines, and
may not intrude on sidewalks.
c.No permit is required for the residential dumpster bag. The city may require
information pertaining to the dates upon which t he residential dumpster bag was placed on a
property and when it will be removed if concerns are raised over the duration of time during
which the residential dumpster bag is located on the property.
THIS AMENDMENT SHALL BE IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY
FOLLOWING ITS PASSAGE AND PUBLICATION.
Approved by the Albertville City Council this ____ day of__________ 2023.
Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor
______________________________
Kris Luedke, City Clerk
Agenda Page 7
Abcities LLc
PLANNING REPORT
TO: Adam Nafstad
FROM: Alan Brixius
DATE: July 5, 2023
RE: Residential Curb Cuts / Driveways
FILE NO: 163.05 23.03
PID: City Wide
BACKGROUND
The Albertville zoning code restricts residential curb cut widths to 24 feet. The City has
experienced a number of violations with property owners widening their driveways
beyond the City curb cut width standard. City staff wish to discuss these violations and
determine if the city should adjust it curb cut width standard or if enforcement is
appropriate.
ANALYSIS
The curb cut widths are regulated with the following considerations:
1. Establish a uniform standard for all residential lots.
2. Provide adequate width for access and parking for single family homes having a
two or three car garage.
3. Accommodate on-street parking spaces.
4. Accommodate boulevard snow storage.
5. Boulevard utilities.
6. The City undertakes driveway improvements along with street reconstruction;
the City will not replace oversized driveways.
Attached are diagrams showing the application of the curb cut widths on R-1A and R-1
lots. The City requires a 24-foot curb cut at the curb line and allows the driveway to
expand at a 45 degree angle through the boulevard into the lot.
Property owners have extended their driveway through the boulevard resulting in curb
cuts having 30-foot widths.
16405 78th Avenue n. MApLe Grove
teL: 763-242-6955
eMAiL ALbrixius@GMAiL.coM
Agenda Page 8
CONCLUSION
The Planning Commission is asked to review the curb cut issue and offer
recommendation per the following options.
1.No change in the curb cut width and the City’s practice for expanding the
driveway from the street curb.
2.No change in the curb cut width standard, require the drive expansion to begin at
the street right-of-way line (outside the boulevard).
3.Consider changing the driveway width standard, to allow for wider curb cuts up to
30 feet.
Cc. Maeghan Becker
Kris Luedke
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