HomeMy WebLinkAbout85-105 - ADMIN Resolution - City Council - 1985/07/15RESOLUTION NO. 85-105
A RESOLUTION GRANTING PERMIT UNDER SECTIONS 14-156(5), 14-
156(15) AND 14-156(18) OF THE ST. LOUIS PARK ORDINANCE CODE
RELATING TO ZONING TO PERMIT THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE STATION, CAR WASH AND AUTOMOTIVE
REPAIR FACILITY FOR PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE B-2, BUSINESS
DISTRICT, AT 5925 EXCELSIOR BOULEVARD.
BE IT RESOLVED BY the City Council of the City' of St. Louis Park:
Findings
1. Standard Oil Co. (David A. Eastling and Larry D. Youngstedt) has made
application to the City Council for a special permit under Section 14-156(5), 14-156(15)
and 14-156(18) of the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code for the purpose of constructing an
automotive service station, car wash and automotive repair facility located in the B-2,
Business District, at 5925 Excelsior Boulevard for the legal description as follows, to -wit:
Lots 18 and 19 and that part of Lot 2, Block 5 "Suburban Homes Co.'s
Addition" lying West of a line 40 feet West of as masured at right
angles to and parallel with the center line of the main track of the
Minneapolis Northfield and Southern Railroad and that part of Lot 3
said block 5 lying West of a line 33 feet West of as measured at right
angles to and parallel with the center line of the main track of the
Minneapolis Northfield and Southern Railroad (Abstract)
2. The City Council has considered the advice and recommendation of the
Planning Commission (Case No. 85 -15 -SP) and the effect of the proposed automotive service
station, car wash and automotive repair facility on the health, safety and welfare of the
occupants of the surrounding lands, existing and anticipated traffic conditions, the effect
on values of properties in the surrounding area, the effect of the use on the Comprehensive
Plan, and compliance with the intent of the Zoning Ordinance.
3. The Council has determined that the proposed automotive service station,
car wash and automotive repair facility will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or
general welfare of the community nor will it cause serious traffic congestion nor hazards,
nor will it seriously depreciate surrounding property values, and the proposed automotive
service station, car wash and automotive repair facility is in harmony with the general
purpose and intent of the Zoning Ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan.
Conclusion
The special permit to permit the construction of an automotive service station, car wash
and automotive repair facility at the location described is granted based on the findings
set forth above and subject to the following conditions:
1. The site be developed, used and maintained in accordance with Exhibit A - Site
Plan and Elevation Plan, Exhibit B - Landscape Plan, except as modified by City
Development on June 17, 1985.
2. That the driveway located 30 feet easterly of the intersection of the setback
lines adjacent to Brookside Avenue be designed and angled to permit ingress for
right turn traffic only. No driveway shall have a grade greater than 4% in any
direction where it meets the sidewalk.
3. That the proposed outdoor trash area adjacent to the east property line be
completely enclosed on all four sides with brick to match the principal structure
except for a permanent solid gate that is non -transparent on the west side
necessary for access.
4. That a solid landscaping strip of screen mass be established and maintained along
the south property line having a width of at least 4 feet and be planted with a
combination of coniferous and deciduous materials varying in height from 4 feet
to 7 feet at the time of planting.
5. That the entire setback area except for driveways be delineated by a poured in
place concrete box curb extending not less than six inches above grade.
6. That the required landscape areas be planted and maintained with live landscaping,
including trees, shrubs and grass as shown on said site plan.
7. That all outdoor lighting be directed perpendicular to the ground and not be
more than 25 feet high.
8. That all utility installations be placed underground.
9. That there be no outdoor storage of trash, trash containers or materials except
as allowed to be located in the enclosed trash area.
10. That the applicant comply with all the sections of the motor fuel station
requirements as contained in the City's Zoning Ordinance.
11. That the applicant dedicate a pedestrian easement at least six feet wide parallel
to the existing lot line along Excelsior Boulevard and a space approximately 10
feet by 21 feet for the bus plaza. Such dedication to occur prior to issuance
of building permit.
12. That all improvements, including but not limited to, landscaping, curbing, trash
enclosure, parking and striping, and other elements as contained on the approved
site plan, be completed by October 15, 1985.
Adopted by the City Council July 15, 1985
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City Cler
Reviewed for administration:
Approved as to form and legality:
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City Attorney