HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006/03/06 - ADMIN - Agenda Packets - City Council - RegularAGENDA SUMMARY
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
March 6, 2006
7:30 PM
6:30 p.m. Study Session
7:25 p.m. EDA Meeting
7:30 p.m. City Council Meeting
1. Call to Order
1a. Pledge of Allegiance
2b. Roll Call
2. Presentations
3. Approval of Minutes
3a. City Council Minutes of February 6, 2006
3b. Study Session Minutes of February 13, 2006
Action: Corrections/amendments to minutes - Minutes approved as presented
4. Approval of Agenda and Items on Consent Calendar
NOTE: The Consent Calendar lists those items of business which are considered to be routine and/or which need
no discussion. Consent items are acted upon by one motion. If discussion is desired by either a Councilmember or a
member of the audience, that item may be moved to an appropriate section of the regular agenda for discussion.
Action: Motion to approve the agenda as presented and to approve items listed on
the consent calendar
(Alternatively: Motion to add or remove items from the agenda, motion to move items
from consent calendar to regular agenda for discussion and to approve those items
remaining on the consent calendar).
5. Boards and Commissions
5a. Appointment of Citizen Representatives to Boards and Commissions
Recommended
Action:
Motion to appoint three citizen representatives to commissions.
6. Public Hearings
6a. Continuation of Public Hearing to Consider Proposed Reallocation of $57,500 of
2004 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds
Resolution approving the reallocation of 2004 CDBG funds, and authorizing
execution of Subrecipient Agreement with Hennepin County and any related Third
Party Agreements.
Recommended
Action:
Mayor to close the public hearing. Motion to adopt the
Resolution approving reallocation of 2004 funds, and
authorizing execution of Subrecipient Agreement with Hennepin
County and any related Third Party Agreements
7. Requests, Petitions, and Communications from the Public - None
8. Resolutions, Ordinances, Motions
8a. Zoning Ordinance Amendments
An ordinance amending the St. Louis Park Zoning Ordinance by amending sections
36-73, 36-115a, 36-162, 36-163, 36-164, 36-165, and 36-361 relating to residential
setbacks, detached garages, accessory buildings, and to allow studios in the Industrial
Park (IP) zoning district.
Recommended
Action:
Motion to adopt first reading of the proposed Zoning Ordinance
Amendments related to residential setbacks– Sections 36-73, 36-
163, 36-164, 36-165.
Motion to adopt first reading of the proposed Zoning Ordinance
Amendments related to garages and accessory buildings - 36-
162.
Motion to adopt first reading of the proposed Zoning Ordinance
Amendments related to deleting Table 115a, a summary of land
uses by zoning district.
Motion to adopt first reading of the proposed Zoning Ordinance
Amendments related to Adding “Studio” as a use in the IP
district – Sec. 36-361.
8b. City Engineer’s Report: Local Street Rehabilitation Project – Area 2, Project
No. 2005-1000
This report considers the Residential Pavement Management Project scheduled for
the 2006 construction season in Area 2 of the City’s Pavement Management
Program. The streets selected for work will have their existing asphalt pavement
removed and then replaced with a new asphalt surface. Other work associated with
the project will include drainage system repairs.
Recommended
Action:
Motion to adopt resolution accepting this report, establishing and
ordering Improvement Project No. 2005-1000, approving plans
and specifications, and authorizing advertisement for bids.
8c. Westmarke Condominiums – Major Amendment to a Conditional Use Permit
Case No. 06-09-CUP
Stonebridge Development and Acquisition, LLC.
1155 Ford Road
Recommended
Action:
Motion to adopt a resolution approving a Major Amendment to
the Conditional Use Permit, subject to conditions found in the
resolution.
8d. Request of St. Louis Park Hockey Boosters Association to conduct lawful
charitable gambling at Bunny’s Bar & Grill located at 5916 Excelsior Blvd. in
St. Louis Park.
Recommended
Action:
Motion to approve Resolution authorizing Renewal of Gambling
Premises Permit for St. Louis Park Hockey Boosters Association
operating at Bunny’s Bar and Grill, 5916 Excelsior Boulevard.
9. Communications
10. Adjournment
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ST. LOUIS PARK CITY COUNCIL
MEETING OF March 6, 2006
SECTION 4: CONSENT CALENDAR
NOTE: The Consent Calendar lists those items of business which are considered to be routine and/or which need no
discussion. Consent items are acted upon by one motion. If discussion is desired by either a Councilmember or a
member of the audience, that item may be moved to an appropriate section of the regular agenda for discussion.
4a. Motion to approve ownership transfer of current liquor license for Yangtze River
Restaurant, 5625 Wayzata Blvd.
4b. Resolution Approving Preliminary And Final Plat Of Louisiana Alignment
4c. Motion to adopt Resolution authorizing the execution of an Agreement between the
Minnesota Department of Transportation, the Soo Line Railroad Company and
the City of St. Louis Park for the installation of new signals and crossing gates at
the Dakota Avenue railroad crossing.
4d. Motion to accept vendor claims for Filing. (supplement)
AGENDA SUPPLEMENT
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
***March 6, 2006***
Items contained in this section are those items
which are not yet available in electronic format
and which are identified in the individual
reports by inclusion of the word “Supplement”.
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UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
February 6, 2006
1. Call to Order
Mayor Jacobs called the meeting to order at 7:30 pm.
Council members present: Mayor Jeff Jacobs, John Basill, C. Paul Carver, Phil Finkelstein,
Loran Paprocki and Susan Sanger
Councilmember Paul Omodt was absent.
Staff present: Associate Planner (Mr. Fulton), City Manager (Mr. Harmening), City Attorney
(Mr. Scott), Community Development Director (Mr. Locke), Director of Inspections (Mr.
Hoffman), Director of Parks & Rec. (Ms. Walsh), Housing Program Coordinator (Ms. Larsen),
Planning/Zoning Supervisor (Ms. McMonigal), and Recording Secretary (Ms. Stegora-Peterson).
2. Presentations - None
3. Approval of Minutes
3a. City Council Minutes of December 19, 2005
Councilmember Finkelstein indicated on page twelve, second paragraph (regarding PPL),
replace “agreement” with “negotiation process.”
The minutes were approved as corrected.
3b. Study Session Minutes of January 9, 2006
The minutes were approved as submitted.
3c. City Council Minutes of January 17, 2006
Councilmember Sanger indicated on page 12, the motion was passed on a 4-1 vote, but
six people were present.
Councilmember Basill believed Councilmember Omodt might have stepped out of the
room when the vote was taken.
Councilmember Sanger asked the minutes reflect that.
The minutes were approved as corrected.
3d. Study Session Minutes of January 23, 2006
Councilmember Finkelstein noted under Item 4, paragraph five, end of first sentence, add
“but with no commitment at this point in time as to when they would start the public
process on the sidewalk. They needed to see what other projects were first in line.”
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Councilmember Sanger stated under Item 3, first paragraph, to clarify the pedestrian
crossing “at Ottawa Avenue.”
The minutes were approved as corrected.
4. Approval of Agenda and Items on Consent Calendar
NOTE: The Consent Calendar lists those items of business which are considered to be routine
and/or which need no discussion. Consent items are acted upon by one motion. If discussion is
desired by either a Councilmember or a member of the audience, that item may be moved to an
appropriate section of the regular agenda for discussion.
4a. Authorize staff to execute an Agreement with Unplugged Cities related to
partnership to deliver Broadband Access and Public Safety and Service Applications
over a Meshed Wireless Network in an amount not to exceed $26,000.
4b. Item was removed.
4c. Adopt Agreement between the Friends of the Arts and the City of St. Louis Park.
4d. Approve Resolution No. 06-017 establishing a special assessment for the
installation of a fire suppression sprinkler system at 4300 36½ Street, St. Louis
Park, MN 55416, rescinding Resolution No. 04-143 adopted December 6, 2004.
4e. Approve Resolution No. 06-018 establishing a special assessment for the
installation of a fire suppression sprinkler system at 4003 Wooddale Avenue, St.
Louis Park, MN.
4f. Approve Resolution No. 06-024 for year 2006 Liquor License Renewals for
license year to run March 1, 2006 through February 28, 2007.
4g. Adopt Resolution No. 06-025 approving a minor amendment to a Planned Unit
Development (Tower Place PUD) for exterior changes at 5500 Excelsior Blvd.
(Timberlodge Steakhouse, now known as Granite City Food and Brewery). Case No.
05-75-CUP
4h. Approve Resolution No. 06-026 to designate Marcia Honold as the Deputy City
Clerk in the absence of the City Clerk.
4i. Approve a Resolution No. 06-021 supporting the City of St. Louis Park’s
application to the Minnesota Housing and Finance Agency (MHFA) for assistance
in funding the citywide inspection “home rehab program.
4j. Adopt Resolution No.’s 06-028 through 06-037 Imposing Civil Penalties for
Liquor License Violations according to the recommendation of the City Manager.
4k. Approve Resolution No. 06-038 for Final Payment to Cool Air Mechanical for
replacement of HVAC. City Project No. 2005-1600 Contract No. 112-05
4l. Designate Rainbow Tree Care, Inc. as the lowest responsible bidder and to
authorize execution of a contract for the 2006 Arbotect 20-S Elm injection
program at a cost of $12.15 per diameter inch.
4m. Accept Board of Zoning Appeals Minutes of September 22, 2005 for filing.
4n. Accept Board of Zoning Appeals Minutes of October 27, 2005 for filing.
4o. Accept Board of Zoning Appeals Minutes of January 5, 2006 for filing.
4p. Accept Human Rights Commission Minutes of November 16, 2005 for filing.
4q. Accept Human Rights Commission Minutes of December 21, 2005 for filing.
4r. Accept Planning Commission Minutes of December 21, 2005 for filing.
4s. Accept Planning Commission Minutes of January 4, 2006 for filing.
4t. Accept vendor claims for filing (supplement).
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It was moved by Councilmember Finkelstein, seconded by Councilmember Carver, to approve
the Agenda and items listed on the Consent Calendar.
The motion passed 6-0.
5. Boards and Commissions
5a. Appointment of Citizen Representatives to Boards and Commissions
Mayor Jacobs thanked those who served on the boards and commissions.
It was moved by Councilmember Finkelstein, seconded by Councilmember Carver to
appoint the following citizen representatives:
Commission Appointed Member Term Expires
Planning Commission
Richard Person December 31, 2006
CEAC - Community Education
Advisory Council
Joe Tatalovich June 30, 2008
PRAC – Parks and Recreation
Advisory Commission
George Hagemann December 31, 2007
Nick Magrino – youth member December 31, 2007
PAC – Police Advisory Commission Richard Markgraf December 31, 2006
HRC – Human Rights
Commission
Mindy Greene December 31, 2006
The motion passed 6-0.
Councilmember Finkelstein noted they had additional openings and were doing more
interviews.
Mayor Jacobs added there were additional opening on the Human Rights. If interested,
contact the City Clerk’s Office.
6. Public Hearings
6a. Public Hearing to consider an appeal of the Board of Zoning Appeals denial
(2-2 vote) of a variance from the Zoning Ordinance to allow an addition.
Mr. Morrison presented the staff report.
Mayor Jacobs opened the public hearing.
John White, applicant, stated a goal of the Council is to promote a balanced and
sustainable housing stock to meet diverse needs including remodels which add more
bedrooms, more bathrooms, 2+ garages, which they were trying to do. Their lot width is
80’, five feet under the minimum lot size. If they deducted the setbacks and the width of
the house, it left a balance of 1.7’. There were concerns the long wall would look like a
fortress. It would not be visible to people driving by or looking from the South. They
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would put in shrubbery to break up the wall. They needed to maximize the value of their
property and make it more comfortable. They had a hardship because they had spent a
great deal of time and money to get to this point. If they wanted to sell the property, they
need have a good resale value, which required good design. That design was not
practical. He submitted letters from the neighbors on the north, east, west, and a
neighbor down the street.
Perry Bolan, architect, indicated a new construction one block east of this property has
homes near $1 million, so it made sense to put value into this addition with a
straightforward, simple design that makes sure the master bedroom is very livable. If
they were forced to put in a jog, the room was not nearly as nice. Offsetting the suite
would put some or part of it up against their picture window, which would only be 1.7
feet from the wall. It adds value to the community. The narrowness of this lot was a
hardship. They will be making an investment, and if they followed the zoning ordinance
to the letter, they would not see as good of a return and get a lot less for the property
when they sell it. They were proposing landscaping along the North wall with conifer
trees that would break up the wall. He asked that the variance be granted.
Councilmember Carver asked the height of the roofline? Mr. Bolan replied nine feet to
the eave which would continue to the addition.
Councilmember Carver asked the maximum allowable height for a fence in the backyard?
Mr. Morrison replied six feet.
Mayor Jacobs closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Sanger commented under normal circumstances she did not like to
overturn the work of the Board of Zoning Appeals (BOZA) and she supported the
rationale behind the zoning ordinance. However, she didn’t think that rule made sense
for this particular property. There are hardships associated with the arrangement on the
property that support granting a variance. The property was too narrow compared to
what the zoning code required. It is on a corner and as a result the house is set further
back from 26th Street, off-center and relatively close to the property to the north. If this
variance is granted, another hardship would be avoided. She was invited to the home and
the picture window view would be partially blocked if the solution that the Planning
Commission came up with was implemented. If the Board of Zoning Appeals solution
were required, the bedroom would be a zigzag shape, which would be unworkable. The
only person who would ever see the long wall were the people in the home directly to the
North. The suggestion of softening the appearance with landscaping or fencing would
take care of it. You cannot see the wall from any other direction.
It was moved by Councilmember Sanger, seconded by Councilmember Carver to direct
staff to draft a resolution approving a variance to section 36-163(f)(8) of the Zoning
Ordinance to allow an addition to the house with a 7 foot 2 inch side yard instead of the
required 9 feet 10 inches at 2537 Inglewood Ave S, with a condition prohibiting a second
story on the home.
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Mayor Jacobs asked the City Attorney if they could draft a variance prohibiting
construction of a second story? Mr. Scott replied yes.
Councilmember Finkelstein asked if that was acceptable to the applicants? Mr. White
replied yes.
Councilmember Finkelstein stated he viewed the property and agreed with
Councilmember Sanger. This is a unique request, they have a small lot on a corner and if
they were to get any enjoyment of their property and follow the housing goals, this was
the one way to do it.
Councilmember Paprocki added this was a very deep lot and there would be plenty of
yard left. He commended them for a well-done addition.
Councilmember Carver agreed with previous comments. He noted that the Zoning
Appeals Board had a 2-2 vote and clearly they had some questions. It was ironic there
was no problem adding a garage addition, but a problem adding to the living space.
Mayor Jacobs agreed with the fact that there was a lot of thought at the Board of Zoning
Appeals. They do a lot of work and he typically didn’t like to overturn their work either.
As he went through the seven factors necessary to grant a variance, there were clearly
grounds to grant a variance on a number of those.
The motion passed 6-0.
7. Requests, Petitions, and Communications from the Public – None
8. Resolutions, Ordinances, Motions
8a. Hoigaard Village - Final Planned Unit Development (PUD) and Final Plat
Resolution No 06-019 and 06-020
Mr. Fulton presented the staff report.
Noah Bly, Urban Works Architecture discussed the project site plan and presented a 3D
design model.
Frank Dunbar, Union Land II, reiterated that Hoigaard’s is in business and will stay in
business through construction. The closing is scheduled on February 28th. He hoped the
redevelopment contract would come together this week. If that happens, they would buy
all three parcels on February 28th and start immediately going through the review process
to begin demolition, which would take 60-90 days and open a marketing office in March.
When they meet their presale requirements, they hope to start Phase I in June, 2006 and
complete in June 2007. They would start the second building around the first of
September and complete it twelve months later. Hoigaard’s is working with them to
determine the time for them to be acquired. They are a member of the partnership. They
will start the Hoigaard’s project when they make a determination about relocating. They
would be back before the Council for Phase II plans.
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Councilmember Basill asked for an update on Hoigaard’s. He had been receiving phone
calls asking why the city was initiating this. The City did not initiate this, Hoigaard’s
decided to sell. What are their plans? Mr. Dunbar replied they had indicated they would
probably go elsewhere and were looking at a number of sites, but had not shared those. It
was a very slight possibility they would stay on 36th.
Councilmember Basill wanted the community to know that Hoigaard’s was choosing to
sell and most likely wouldn’t be on 36th Street. They could not force a business to stay
here and residents should know that the city was not controlling this.
Councilmember Finkelstein stated either the deal made sense or it didn’t and they were not
approving or making any changes regarding tax increment financing in regards to whether
Hoigaard’s stayed or not. They would not be doing this deal as a business subsidy.
Mr. Dunbar stated they had a number of options, that did not mean they would leave the
community. They were working with them on the best time frame to acquire the site.
Councilmember Finkelstein asked clarification that Hoigaard’s was now a partner in the
real estate project? Mr. Dunbar replied that was true.
Councilmember Finkelstein asked if that would affect the City’s ability to issue tax
increment financing? Mr. Scott didn’t believe it would.
Councilmember Basill asked when the TIF discussion would come forward? Mr. Locke
replied staff was working on that and it would be before EDA and Council on February 21st.
Mr. Dunbar indicated that element was critical to him for closing on February 28th.
Mr. Harmening clarified the business points were brought to the Council a few weeks ago
with the amount of tax increment, the interest rate and the length of time. They were
being incorporated into the development contract that would be coming before Council.
Councilmember Sanger asked what guaranteed all four buildings would be done by the
deadline? Ms. McMonigal replied the planned unit development is for the entire
development. They were looking at re-platting the first two buildings because those are
the buildings they were purchasing, demolishing and reconstructing at this time. There
are some financial guarantees that would be required as part of a planning/development
contract which included giving a financial guarantee for the pond.
Councilmember Sanger asked by what date would they reasonably expect that the whole
project would be completed? Mr. Dunbar responded under the terms of the TIF, the
outside date everything has to be done is December 2009. The draft development
agreement says everything has to be done by December 2008.
Councilmember Basill stated this is the first building on 36th Street and it needs to look
good for the community because it is an entrance to the neighborhoods. Had they done
market studies on this type of building (retro/industrial) and the attractiveness to buyers?
Mr. Dunbar replied a market research group analyzed the exterior/interior and
diversification of the project. They made changes to the exterior to provide more detail.
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Councilmember Basill asked the unit prices? Mr. Dunbar replied the most cost effective
units would be $192,900 and the corner units on the top would be $415,000, which had
been sold. The majority will be in the mid $300,000 range.
Councilmember Basill asked about the setback from 36th Street and expressed concern
about the walk-ability as people come over the bridge. Mr. Dunbar replied they had tried
to address that concern.
Councilmember Basill commented about the two buildings on the corner which were not
involved with this project. It would have been better if those buildings were part of the
project, although he realized they couldn’t be. He commended the developer for coming
in with the right density and seeing what fit for the community. This is below what they
could put on this property. They had found a nice balance.
David Stall, Urban Works, displayed other similar projects in the neighborhood
(Excelsior and Grand and Village in the Park) and compared the setbacks. They have 22’
from the curb edge, which did not include a parking aisle. Above the retail it steps back
for the residential.
Councilmember Basil felt the additional space would make it pedestrian friendly.
Ms. McMonigal stated because they were working on the redevelopment contract, some
conditions of approval may be modified. The redevelopment contract will be before
Council on February 21st, and they would clarify the conditions in the contract.
It was moved by Councilmember Basill, seconded by Councilmember Paprocki, to adopt
Resolution No. 06-019 approving the Final Planned Unit Development, subject to
conditions as recommended by Staff.
The motion passed 6-0.
It was moved by Councilmember Basill, seconded by Councilmember Paprocki, to adopt
Resolution No. 06-020 approving the Final Plat for Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Hoigaard
Village 1st Addition, subject to conditions as recommended by Staff.
The motion passed 6-0.
8b. Comprehensive Plan Amendments for three Excess Land Parcels
Resolution No. 06-021, 06-022 and 06-023
Mr. Fulton presented the staff report.
Councilmember Paprocki asked if the Edgebrook site was used occasionally by residents
as parking for the park and as a way to get to the park. By changing the zoning, he
wanted to be sure they still had an opportunity to reserve space for parking and/or access
to the park? Ms. Larsen replied yes.
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It was moved by Councilmember Paprocki, seconded by Councilmember Sanger, to adopt
Resolution No. 06-021 amending the Comprehensive Plan for 7701 Edgebrook Drive
from P - Park to RL - Low Density Residential and approve publication of the summary
resolution; to adopt Resolution No. 06-022 amending the Comprehensive Plan for a
portion of 9019 Cedar Lake Road from P - Parks and Open Space to RL - Low Density
Residential as shown on the attached map and approve publication of the summary
resolution; and, to adopt Resolution No. 06-023 amending the Comprehensive Plan for
2715 Monterey Avenue South from P - Park to RL - Low Density Residential and approve
publication of the summary resolution.
The motion passed 6-0.
8c. Agreement Between the City of St. Louis Park and Torah Academy Relating
to Joint Use of Facilities.
Ms. Walsh presented the details of the agreement and noted Torah Academy requested it
be a two-year agreement.
Rabbi Ginsburg, Dean at Torah Academy, stated a paper agreement was only as good as
the people who signed it. He understood the need for the formality, but appreciated and
valued the relationship that they have had and looked forward to continuing it.
It was moved by Councilmember Sanger, to adopt approve the agreement between the
City of St. Louis Park and Torah Academy for joint use of facilities, with amendments as
follows: Section 7, clarify this is a two-year agreement commencing on January 1, 2006
and ending December 31, 2007; Section 3, add “non- exclusive” in the second sentence
after “The Academy will have the”; at the end of the same paragraph insert “and the city
will determine when repairs or replacement of the equipment is necessary” after
“…safety regulations.”.
Councilmember Paprocki asked about the non-exclusive use? Councilmember Sanger
replied during the school day Torah Academy and its children would have the use of the
playground, but that should not preclude others in the neighborhood who may also want
to use the playground equipment at the same time.
Councilmember Paprocki asked if that was amenable to the Academy? They replied yes.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Finkelstein.
Councilmember Sanger asked if this would impact the City’s agreement to maintain or
replace the park building? Ms. Walsh replied what would be in the City’s best interest
would be to wait until Torah Academy got further along in their Visioning process. The
City’s intent is to change that building, either reconstruct it in its present form or create a
picnic shelter usable to the neighborhood. They would also like to do field improvements at
that time. Torah Academy is undertaking a Visioning process and they want to work with
that.
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Christie Ulman, Board of Directors at Torah Academy, suggested they clarify in Sections
2 and 3, the last sentence where it says, “The parties…” to be “Both parties”.
Councilmember Sanger and Councilmember Finkelstein agreed on the friendly
amendment to Sections 2 and 3, last sentence to change, “The parties…” to “Both
parties”.
The motion passed 6-0.
8d. First Reading: Proposed Ordinance Amending Chapter 12, Section II,
Private Residential Pools
Mr. Hoffman presented the staff report.
Mayor Jacobs asked if this would apply to existing pools? Mr. Hoffman replied, only for
new pool installations.
Mayor Jacobs asked if there was a concern about building up too much heat? Mr. Hoffman
replied the pump house would have to be large enough to allow heat to escape and be
ventilated.
Councilmember Basill believed manufacturers of pumps have specifications for
enclosures. They would need to get a permit and it would be inspected to make sure they
were following the specifications. Mr. Hoffman replied that was correct. This code
requirement would not set the specifics and not tell people how to build it. They would
say to put it inside of a detached accessory structure (i.e. garage) or in a pump enclosure.
Councilmember Sanger spoke in favor of the motion. This has been an issue for some
people, particularly as some of the pump motors age, they don’t work as quietly as they
were designed and it becomes an issue for neighbors.
It was moved by Councilmember Sanger to approve First Reading of the amendment to
the Environmental Code - Private Residential Pools section of the Ordinance Code and
to set 2nd reading for February 21, 2006.
Councilmember Carver asked if this would apply if someone were replacing a pump?
Mr. Hoffman replied no, only with a new pool installation.
Councilmember Carver seconded the motion.
Councilmember Paprocki clarified someone getting a new pump would not need an
enclosure, but if they were getting a new pool, they would? Mr. Hoffman replied yes.
The trigger is the permit, which is required for the installation of a swimming pool or
replacing a pool and would need to meet performance criteria.
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Councilmember Paprocki asked that could encourage someone not to replace their pool
and just replace their pump to avoid enclosing it. Sheds need to have a pad to avoid
wildlife inhabiting underneath. Does this require a pad? Mr. Hoffman replied it would
be the owners choice, it was not required.
Councilmember Paprocki asked what a noise attenuating structure was? Mr. Hoffman replied
something designed to reduce the sound being transmitted from the equipment to the outside.
It could be any type of wood structure and it would need to meet the code requirements.
Councilmember Paprocki was unsure why they were doing this.
Mayor Jacobs agreed, he understood a concern was raised by a resident, but he did not
see a big enough problem to do something. He was unsure he could support this.
Councilmember Sanger believed this was a growing problem because a growing number
of people were installing pools. Sometimes they were on smaller lots and closer to
neighbors. While a motor may be designed to be quiet, that doesn’t mean it actually was
quiet. Because they run non-stop, it can be an irritant to neighbors.
Mayor Jacobs was unsure pumps were louder than air conditioners. He hadn’t heard any
complaints on this issue and didn’t believe it was a big enough issue to pass an ordinance.
Councilmember Basill agreed with the issue about rodents and thought it would be a
burden to put in a cement pad. He was concerned about the heat, how they would be
built and if it would be a fire hazard. He understood a resident had a concern, but he
didn’t know if there was a problem.
Councilmember Finkelstein believed this was discussed in 2005 and they thought the
“cure might be worse than the disease” with people putting up structures, although he
was sympathetic to the resident with concerns.
Mayor Jacobs noted this ordinance wouldn’t solve that problem.
The motion failed 1-5 with Councilmember’s Basill, Carver, Finkelstein, Paprocki and
Mayor Jacobs opposed.
9. Communications
Mayor Jacobs reported on the Visioning process and indicated a Visioning Summit would be
held Sunday, February 12th at the High School Field House from 1-4 PM.
The Remodeling Fair will be February 26th at the Eisenhower Community Center in Hopkins
from 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
The Youth Summit will be held on March 30th at the St. Louis Park Junior High. More
information will follow.
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10. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m.
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City Clerk Mayor
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UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
February 13, 2006
The meeting convened at 6:34 p.m.
Councilmembers present: John Basill, C. Paul Carver, Phil Finkelstein, Paul Omodt, Loran
Paprocki, Susan Sanger, and Mayor Jeff Jacobs.
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening); Community Development Director (Mr. Locke);
Economic Development Coordinator (Mr. Hunt); Planning and Zoning Supervisor (Ms.
McMonigal); Senior Planner (Mr. Walther); Public Works Director (Mr. Rardin); Operations
Superintendent (Mr. Hanson); and Recording Secretary (Ms. Samson).
Guests present: Fred Richards, John Wanniger, Dean Dovolis, Damon Farber, and Annette Sandler.
1. Al’s Bar Site Redevelopment Plans & View
Planning and Zoning Supervisor Meg McMonigal introduced Senior Planner Sean Walther. Ms.
McMonigal said the city has received an application for a preliminary PUD and a preliminary
plat. Staff provided Council with a map of heights of other buildings in St. Louis Park that are
greater than five stories and the shadow study information that was presented as part of the
application; a traffic analysis is underway for the proposed site.
Fred Richards said he is one of five principals in this project along with Troy Mathwig, John
Wanniger, Les Warner and Jerry Berg. Mr. Richards named Dean Dovolis, Scott Nelson, Paula
Merrigan from DJR Architecture as project participants, Damon Farber is the landscape
architect, and Robert Duke is the general contractor. Mr. Richards said Al’s Bar and Anderson
Cleaners are under contract with Mathwig Development to acquire the site on the northwest
corner of Excelsior Boulevard and France Avenue. The motel site to the immediate west is not
part of the development. To date, three public hearings have been held.
Mr. Richards reported that there is approximately 53% green space on this site. He said they
think the price point will be approximately the high $300,000 to over one million dollars on the
upper floors. It has been designed as a PUD concept and as a PUD, there will be no
requirements for variances, no condemnation of sites would be necessary for the project to occur,
financing is secure, and the development team is in place. Mr. Richards stated that this is an $80
million dollar project and could generate one million dollars in real estate taxes.
Dean Dovolis, from DJR Architecture, said the footprint of the building would be small and the
building slender. Damon Farber said they would like to create a sense of gateway.
Councilmember Basill said there are development guidelines, “France Avenue and Excelsior
Boulevard Development Guidelines,” for this site to address building heights and those
guidelines call for 3-4 stories or a maximum of 46 feet; there are some limited opportunities to
build five stories for a portion of the buildings. Councilmember Basill said if there is a reason to
deviate from the guidelines, it must be compelling reasons. Councilmember Basill had
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requested multiple options but he sees only one option being presented, therefore, he is leery
about moving forward with one option and he needs more information. With such limited
information, Councilmember Basill said he cannot support this project.
Councilmember Finkelstein asked several questions regarding finances. Councilmember
Finkelstein said the Council must bear in mind that a precedent would be set with this project in
regard to what would follow down the block (just west of Excelsior Blvd. and France Avenue).
Councilmember Finkelstein said he cannot support this project at this time.
Mr. Richards said this project would not work financially at five or six stories.
Councilmember Sanger said she is aware that the condominium market has been cooling down,
so why is this project expected to succeed? John Wanniger said the market has softened
considerably due to the over-saturation of the same old stuff. Mr. Wanniger said the units in this
building would have a particular niche to offer, i.e., unit sizes and amenities.
Councilmember Sanger asked what kind of TIF would be requested. Mr. Richards said there is
no specific dollar amount in mind because they believe they can do the project without TIF.
Councilmember Sanger asked the developer about shadow studies, which require a better
explanation.
Councilmember Basill remarked that the scale and scope of the building doesn’t fit the character
of the community at the Excelsior Blvd. and France Avenue site. Councilmember Omodt said
not all TIF is bad. Mayor Jacobs is concerned about the height.
2. NORC Grant Request
Annette Sandler from Nurturing Our Retired Citizens (NORC) was present to discuss a NORC
grant proposal being submitted to the Sate. As part of this grant proposal, NORC is requesting
$1,000 from the City to assist in matching this proposed grant.
Ms. Sandler said, if approved, the $1,000 grant would be used for the publication of the
newsletter NORC produces quarterly.
NORC would like to apply for a $250,000 grant from the state of Minnesota. To apply, NORC
must be able to match the $250,000 through a combination of dollars and in-kind services. The
proposal is for congregational nursing to strengthen the safety net of seniors living in St. Louis
Park.
Councilmember Finkelstein, Councilmember Sanger and Mayor Jacobs have reservations about
the grant because NORC is a faith-based organization, however, more seniors would have
services available to them. Councilmember Paprocki said the Council is not specifying a
specific religion.
This item will appear on the City Council agenda for Tuesday, February 21st.
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3. Bass Lake Site: 3735 Belt Line Boulevard
Ms. McMonigal presented the staff report for this item. From the staff report, Ms. McMonigal
listed seven key attributes the future use of this site should exhibit.
City Manager Tom Harmening said there are some local users interested in this property,
however, the Council had indicated they wanted a discussion about this property absent any
specific development proposal and to determine what the city might want to do with it.
Councilmember Sanger asked if the city is obligated to find or provide an alternative space for
the tennis courts. Mr. Harmening replied no, but there is a need for tennis courts.
Councilmember Sanger said this may be a good site for single-family homes. Councilmember
Basill agreed. Councilmember Finkelstein suggested a land trust or affordable row housing.
Mayor Jacobs would like to consider having move-up housing. Mr. Harmening urged caution
when considering the future use for the Bass Lake site.
Councilmember Carver asked, “What don’t we have in St. Louis Park that we need?”
Councilmember Carver said this site is important because it links directly to the Rec Center,
which links to the park, which links to Excelsior and Grand. Councilmember Carver continued:
It is critical as part of creating that community synergy in a central place when we consider what
might need to be there.
Mr. Harmening said the best thing to do is to proceed slowly.
Mayor Jacobs said he would like to get feedback from what the Vision St. Louis Park process
brings to the Council. Councilmember Sanger said the slowing down makes a lot of sense. She
would like information on what might work on this size parcel; and let’s put clear architectural
designs principles in place.
4. Sidewalk Snow Removal Discussion
Public Works Director Mike Rardin said the staff report was prepared mainly by Operations
Superintendent Mark Hanson.
Mr. Harmening asked the Council to comment on the seven recommendations listed by staff in
the report.
Councilmember Sanger asked if a volunteer network has been identified for sidewalk cleaning
services disadvantaged residents. Mr. Rardin replied no firm services have been identified;
however, services are currently available through programs such as STEP or HOME.
Councilmember Carver commented on the unsatisfactory condition of city-maintained sidewalks
after cleaning with city equipment. Mr. Hanson said he will investigate. Councilmember Sanger
has the same concern regarding Minnetonka Blvd. Councilmember Basill asked for clarification
on citation service.
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Councilmember Sanger said she is fine with the staff proposals in the report and she would
encourage 100% inspection after each snow event. She would like to have a complaint system in
place.
Mr. Harmening summarized that proposals 1-7, as suggested by staff, are satisfactory to the
Council with these changes: proposal #2, 25% and complaints; and proposal #4, as soon as
practicable and reasonable.
5. Future Study Session Agenda Planning
Mr. Harmening and the Council discussed future study session agenda planning.
The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
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City Clerk Mayor
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Item: 030606 - 4a - Yangtze New Ownership Liquor License
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4a. Motion to approve ownership transfer of current liquor license for Yangtze River
Restaurant, 5625 Wayzata Blvd.
Background:
Angela Lin Diong has made application to the city for transfer of ownership of the Yangtze
River Restaurant Corporation located at 5625 Wayzata Blvd. The new ownership consists of
99% of stock purchase of the corporation. An existing Intoxicating On-sale and Sunday liquor
license is currently in place for the premises, which was recently renewed and covers the license
term of March 1, 2006 through February 28, 2007. The establishment name, manager, and staff
will remain the same.
Minnesota Statutes 340A.412 Subd. 9 states that a license may be transferred with the consent of
the issuing authority. Where a license is held by a corporation, a change in ownership of ten
percent or more of the stock of the corporation must be reported in writing to the authority who
issued the license within ten days of the transfer.
City Ordinance Section 3-69 (b) states licenses issued to corporations shall be valid only as long
as there is no change in the officers or ownership interest of the corporation, unless such change
is approved by the city council.
The Police Department has run the required background investigation and has found no reason to
deny the new ownership based on the investigation.
Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of new ownership of intoxicating on-sale and
Sunday liquor license for Yangtze, Inc., DBA Yangtze River Restaurant, 5625 Wayzata Blvd.
Prepared by: Nancy Stroth, City Clerk
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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Item: 030606 - 4b - Louisiana Alignment Plat
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4b. Resolution Approving Preliminary And Final Plat Of Louisiana Alignment
Description of Request:
The request is for preliminary and final plat approval for property located at the intersection of
Highway 7 and Louisiana Avenue. The land is owned by the City of St. Louis Park and City of
St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority. The plat simplifies the legal description of the
property, dedicates adequate road right-of-way for existing roads that abut or pass through the
property, and provides appropriate drainage and utility easements.
Background:
Site Map: Highway 7 and Louisiana Avenue
Location: Highway 7 and Louisiana Avenue
Applicant: St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority,
City of St. Louis Park
Case No.: 06-01-S
Current Zoning: C2 – General Commercial,
IG – General Industrial
Comprehensive Plan
Designation:
Commercial,
Right-of-Way
Parcel Size: 6.096 acres
Current Land Use: Vacant lots, roads, utility building
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Existing Conditions:
The majority of the property is vacant. The property on the southwest corner of Highway 7 and
Louisiana Avenue currently serves as the City’s secondary snow storage site. Most of the
northeast and southwest corners of the Louisiana Avenue are used for stormwater drainage.
There is a brick utility building on Lake Street on the east side of the site.
Proposed Changes:
The proposed plat combines several lots into two lots and three outlots, and dedicates additional
road right-of-way to Louisiana Avenue and the Highway 7 frontage road.
Area Summary: Lot 1, Block 1 = 2.918 acres
Lot 1, Block 2 = 0.430 acres
Outlot A = 0.556 acres
Outlot B = 1.510 acres
Outlot C = 0.683 acres
Road Dedication = 3.788 acres
No physical changes will occur on the site as part of this subdivision application. However, a
future parking lot is proposed on Lot 1, Block 1, Louisiana Alignment. The parking lot will help
facilitate redevelopment of the nearby Golden Auto property, as that project will partially
displace offsite employee parking leased by Methodist Hospital. The proposed parking lot will
need a conditional use permit for grading and site plan review at a later date (possibly in May
2006).
The developer for the Golden Auto site, Real Estate Recycling, will design and construct the
parking lot. The parking lot will also serve as a cap for impacted (polluted) soils present on the
property and reduce the risk of ground water contamination.
In the long term, the City is proposing that a grade separated crossing be built at the intersection
of Louisiana Ave and Hwy 7 that could take most of the subject land for right-of-way.
Analysis of Request:
The plat simplifies a complex set of lots and vacated roads, and appropriately dedicates road
right-of-way and drainage and utility easements.
Because both the City and EDA own portions of the property to be platted, both entities are
applicants for the final plat. The EDA will most likely take control of Lot 1, Block 1, Louisiana
Alignment and the City will take the remainder of the site. After recording the final plat, each
entity will quit claim deed the property ownership accordingly. The transfer of ownership would
need to be authorized by City Council and Economic Development Authority resolutions.
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Recommendation:
The Planning Commission and staff recommend approval of the preliminary and final plat.
Attachments: Draft Resolution
Preliminary Plat
Final Plat (Page 2 of 2 only)
Concept Site Plan (for information, not approval)
Prepared by: Sean Walther, Senior Planner
952-924-2574
swalther@stlouispark.org
Approved By: Tom Harmening, City Manager
St. Louis Park Council Meeting
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RESOLUTION NO. 06-056
RESOLUTION APPROVING PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF
LOUISIANA ALIGNMENT
BE IT RESOLVED BY the City Council of St. Louis Park:
Findings
1. The City of St. Louis Park and City of St. Louis Park Economic Development
Authority, owners and subdividers of the land proposed to be platted as Louisiana Alignment
submitted an application for preliminary and final plat of said subdivision in the manner required
for platting of land under the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code, and all proceedings have been duly
had thereunder.
2. The proposed preliminary plat and final plat have been found to be in all respects
consistent with the City Plan and the regulations and requirements of the laws of the State of
Minnesota and the ordinances of the City of St. Louis Park.
3. The proposed plat is situated upon the following described lands in Hennepin
County, Minnesota, to-wit:
Tract A:
That part of Lot 1, Block 158, "Rearrangement of St. Louis Park" lying Westerly of a line
drawn parallel with and 20 feet Easterly of the West line of said Lot 1, as measured along
the Southeast line of said Lot.
Hennepin County, Minnesota. Torrens Property, Torrens Certificate No. 519782
(includes additional land).
PIN No. 17-117-21-34-0069
Tract B:
Lot 1, Block 158, "Rearrangement of St. Louis Park" which lies Southwesterly of a line
drawn from a point in the Southeasterly line of said Lot 1, distant 110 feet Northeasterly
of the Southwest corner of said Lot 1 to the Southwest corner of Lot 5, Block 323,
"Rearrangement of St. Louis Park," and there terminating, except that part lying Westerly
of a line drawn parallel with and 20 feet Easterly of the West line of said Lot 1, as
measured along the Southeast line of said Lot.
Hennepin County, Minnesota. Torrens Property, Torrens Certificate No. 766282. PIN No.
17-117-21-34-0069
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Tract D:
Lots 2, 3, and 4, Block 158, Lots 2, 3, and 4, Block 159, All in "Rearrangement of St.
Louis Park". Together with those portions of vacated Hurst Avenue and Rex Avenue
South which accrue to premises as vacated in Document No. 1984132 in Book 386 of
Misc., Page 236.
Hennepin County, Minnesota. Abstract Property. PIN No. 17-117-21-43-0052
Tract E:
Lots 5 and 6, Block 158, including that part of Rex Avenue, vacated, lying Southwesterly
of the center line thereof and between extensions of the South line of said Lot 6 and the
North line of said Lot 5;
Lots 5 and 6, Block 159, including that part of Rex Avenue vacated, lying Northeasterly
of the center line thereof and between extensions of the South line of said Lot 6 and the
North line of said Lot 5 and including that part of Hurst Street, vacated lying
Southwesterly of the center line thereof and between extensions of the South line of
said Lot 6 and the North line of said Lot 5; "Rearrangement of St. Louis Park".
Hennepin County, Minnesota. Torrens Property, Torrens Certificate No. 524886. PIN No.
17-117-21-34-0068
Tract F:
That part of Lots 2, 3, 4 and 5, Block 163, "Rearrangement of St. Louis Park" lying
Northerly of State Highway No. 7, together with that part of the Southeasterly Half of
First Street N.W. vacated lying between the North line of said highway and the extension
across said street of the Northeasterly line of said Lot 2.
Hennepin County, Minnesota. Torrens Property, Torrens Certificate No. 409009. PIN No.
17-117-21-43-0052
Tract G:
Lots 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16, lying Southerly of Highway No. 7 and
Northerly of Lake Street, Block 163, "Rearrangement of St. Louis Park". Together with
that part of vacated alley and vacated Hurst Avenue which accrue to premises, as vacated
in Document No. 1984132 in Book 386 of Misc., Page 236.
Hennepin County, Minnesota. Abstract Property. PIN No. 17-117-21-43-0052
Tract H:
Lots 17, 18, 19, and 20 lying Southerly of Highway No. 7, Block 163, "Rearrangement of
St. Louis Park". Together with that part of vacated alley and vacated Hurst Avenue which
accrue to premises, as vacated in Document No. 1984132 in Book 386 of Misc., Page
236.
Hennepin County, Minnesota. Abstract Property. PIN No. 17-117-21-43-0052
Above legals taken from Commercial Partners Title, LLC, having an effective date of
March 20, 2005 and bearing file number 24768.
Doc. No. 1146068
Par. 1.
Lot 14, Block 323; That Part of Lot 1, Block 158, lying Westerly of a line drawn parallel
with and 20 feet Easterly of the West line of said Lot 1, as measured along the Southeast
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line of said Lot; together with that portion of 37th Street, now vacated, lying between
extensions across it of the East and West lines of Lots 8, Block 158, and Lot 14, Block
323, except the South 10 feet thereof, and that portion of said street lying between
extensions across it of the West line of said Lot 1 and 5 and a line drawn parallel with
and 20 feet Easterly of the West line of said Lot 1 and its extension; all in Rearrangement
of St. Louis Park. PIN No. 17-117-21-34-0069
Par. 2.
That part of Lot 6, Block 323, Rearrangement of SL. Louis Park, described as
commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 10; thence Southerly along the Westerly line
of Lot 6 to the South line thereof; thence East on the South line of Lot 6 to a point 40 feet
West of the East line of said lot; thence Northerly parallel with the Westerly line of Lot 6
and 40 feet distant from the East line thereof to the intersection with the South line of Lot
10 produced; thence. West to beginning, also that part of First Street, vacated, lying
North of the center line thereof and between extensions across it of the West line of Lot 6
and a line parallel to the West line thereof and 40 feet West of the East line of Lot 6; and
excepting that part of said Lot 6 which is North of the South line of State Highway No. 7,
according to the plat thereof on file or of record in the office of the Register of Deeds in
and for said County.
PIN No. 17-117-21-34-0069
Doc. No. 4148110
The Northeasterly seventeen (17) feet of Lot Seven (7), Block One Hundred Fifty-eight
(158), Rearrangement of St. Louis Park, Hennepin County, Minnesota. PIN No. 17-117-
21-34-0017
Doc. No. 4148109
That part of Lots 1 and 7, Block 158 and Lots 6 and 14, Block 323 Rearrangement of
Louis Park, together with part of vacated street, enclose by a line described as follows:
Beginning at the most southerly corner of said Lot 1; thence northeasterly along the
southeasterly line of said Lot 1 a distance of 20 feet; thence northwesterly parallel to the
southwesterly line of said Lot 1 to the north line of said vacated street; thence westerly
along the north line of said vacated street to the southeasterly corner of said Lot 6; thence
northwesterly along the easterly line of said Lot 6 to the south Right-of-Way line of
Trunk Highway 7; thence southwesterly along the south Right-of-Way Line of Trunk
Highway 7 to the westerly line of said vacated street; thence southerly along the westerly
line of said vacated street to the south line of said vacated street and the northeast corner
of Lot 39, Block 158; thence easterly along south line of said vacated street a distance of
15 feet to the northwest corner of Lot 8, Block 158; thence northerly perpendicular to the
south line of said vacated street a distance of 10 feet; thence easterly parallel to the south
line of said vacated street to the intersection of the described line with a line parallel to
and 30 feet southwesterly of, measured perpendicular to, the southwesterly line of said
SEE RIDER ATTACHED
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RIDER
Lot 1; thence southeasterly parallel to the southwesterly line of said Lot 1 to the
intersection of the described line with the easterly extension of the south line of Lot 8,
Block 158, Rearrangement of St. Louis Park; thence easterly along the easterly extension
of the south line of said Lot 8, Block 158, to the intersection of the described line with a
line parallel to and 17 feet southwesterly of, measured perpendicular to, the southwesterly
line of said Lot 1, thence northwesterly parallel to the southwesterly line of said Lot 1 to
the south line at said vacated street; thence easterly along the south line of said vacated
street to the northwest corner of said Lot 1; thence southeasterly along the southwesterly
line of said Lot 1 to the most southerly corner of said Lot 1, the point of beginning at the
described line. PIN No. 17-117-21-34-0069
Doc. No. 4180005 and 4180006
PARCEL "F"
All of Lot 1 in Block 163 in the Rearrangement of St. Louis Park. PIN No. 17-117-21-43-
0027
ALSO:
That part of the southwesterly half of vacated Monitor Street lying northeasterly of and
adjoining said Lot 1. EXCEPTING THEREFROM that part lying within Minnesota State
Highway No. 7. PIN No. 17-117-21-43-0027
ALSO:
That part of Lot 18 in Block 324 in said Rearrangement of St. Louis Park which lies
northeasterly of a line drawn radially to the northwesterly line of said Lot 18 at a point
thereon distant 330 feet northeasterly from the intersection of said northwesterly line, and
its southwesterly extension, with the center line of Hurst Street, except that part platted as
Mill City Addition.
PIN No. 17-117-21-42-0090
ALSO:
That part of vacated First Street lying between said Lots 1 and 18. PIN Nos. 17-117-21-
42-0090 and 17-117-21-43-0027
All that part of Lots 6, 7, and 8, Block 324, Rearrangement of St. Louis Park, according
to the recorded plat thereof, and of the Northwesterly 1/2 of vacated First Street
Northwest, lying Easterly of a line drawn between the most Northerly corner of said Lot
6 and a point on the Southerly line of the Northwesterly 1/2 of vacated First Street
Northwest 200 feet Southwesterly of the point of intersection of said Southerly line with
an extension across said street of the curved Southerly line of Lot 18 in said block, said
curved Southerly line of Lot 18 is the Easterly line of the portion of said vacated street,
except that part platted as Mill City Addition.
PIN No. 17-117-21-43-0055
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Conclusion
1. The proposed preliminary and final plat of Louisiana Alignment is hereby
approved and accepted by the City as being in accord and conformity with all ordinances,
City plans and regulations of the City of St. Louis Park and the laws of the State of
Minnesota; provided, however, that this approval is made subject to the opinion of the
City Attorney and Certification by the City Clerk.
2. The City Clerk is hereby directed to supply two certified copies of this
Resolution to the above-named owners and subdividers, who are the applicants herein.
3. The Mayor and City Manager are hereby authorized to execute all
contracts required herein, and the City Clerk is hereby directed to execute the certificate
of approval on behalf of the City Council upon said plat when all of the conditions set
forth in Paragraph No. 1 above and the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code have been
fulfilled.
4. Such execution of the certificate upon said plat by the City Clerk, as
required under Section 26-123(1)j of the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code, shall be
conclusive showing of proper compliance therewith by the subdividers and City officials
charged with duties above described and shall entitle such plat to be placed on record
forthwith without further formality.
The City Clerk is instructed to record certified copies of this resolution in the Office of
the Hennepin County Register of Deeds or Registrar of Titles as the case may be.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council March 6, 2006
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
St. Louis Park Council Meeting
Item: 030606 - 4c - Dakota Ave RR Signal Agmt
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4c. Motion to adopt Resolution authorizing the execution of an Agreement between
the Minnesota Department of Transportation, the Soo Line Railroad Company
and the City of St. Louis Park for the installation of new signals and crossing gates
at the Dakota Avenue railroad crossing.
Background: The Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) has a Railroad Grade
Crossing Safety Program that inventories and ranks for safety, all railroad crossings throughout
the state. Through its ranking, certain crossings are identified as deficient in safety from which
projects are then programmed for improvements. The Dakota Avenue railroad crossing just
north of Wooddale Avenue is one such project that has been identified and programmed for
improvement in 2006. The improvements will include the installation of new signal warning
devices and crossing gates.
To allow for the railroad grade crossing improvements at Dakota Avenue the City needs to enter
into an agreement with Mn/DOT and the Soo Line Railroad Company. The agreement spells out
the duties of each party and the cost responsibilities. Briefly, the Soo Line will be responsible
for the installation and maintenance of the new crossing improvements, Mn/DOT will administer
the project and provide for 90% of the costs through Federal Funding, the City will provide for
10% of the costs.
The City Attorney has reviewed this agreement and has no suggestions for changes.
Timing: The installation of the new signals and crossing gates is likely to occur in the 2006
construction season. The Soo Line Railroad Company will have 12 months to complete the
installation once the State has authorized the work. This work should not interfere with the
City’s street reconstruction project on Lake Street and Dakota Avenue. In addition, this work
can be completed independently of any future Whistle Quiet Zone improvements that may be
considered.
Cost and Funding: The estimated cost for this project is $154,069.91. The City’s 10% share of
this cost will be $15,406.99. The 2006 CIP has programmed $20,000 in Municipal State Aid
Funds to provide for the local share in this project.
Recommendation: Staff recommends adopting the attached resolution allowing for the
execution of the Agreement between the Minnesota Department of Transportation, the Soo Line
Railroad Company and the City of St. Louis Park.
Attachments: Resolution
Agreement with Project Location Map and Cost Estimate (Supplemental)
Prepared by: Jim Olson, Engineering Project Manager
Reviewed by: Scott Brink, City Engineer
Mike Rardin, Public Works Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 06-057
RESOLUTION ENTERING INTO AGREEMENT
WITH SOO LINE RAILROAD COMPANY AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA,
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTAION
BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of St. Louis Park enter into an agreement with the Soo
Line Railroad Company (D/B/A/ Canadian Pacific Railway Company) and the Commissioner of
Transportation for the installation and maintenance of railroad flashing light signals, gates, ped
gates, and circuitry at the intersection of Dakota Avenue (MSAS 280) with the tracks of the Soo
Line Railroad Company in St. Louis Park, Hennepin County, Minnesota, and appointing the
Commissioner of Transportation agent for the City to supervise said project and administer
available Federal Funds in accordance with Minnesota Statute, Section 161.36. The City’s share
of the cost shall be 10 percent of the total signal cost.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Manager are hereby
authorized to execute said agreement and any amendments thereto for and on behalf of the City.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council March 6, 2006
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
St. Louis Park Council Meeting
Item: 030606 - 5a - Appointments To Commissions
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5a. Appointment of Citizen Representatives to Boards and Commissions
Recommended
Action:
Motion to appoint three citizen representatives to
commissions.
Background:
The City Council interviewed Hans Widmer and James Smith on February 13, 2006 for
two remaining vacancies on the Police Advisory Commission. After the interviews,
Council discussed the candidates at length and agreed to make appointments to the Police
Advisory Commission.
The Police Advisory Commission (PAC) has two mid-term openings. Both terms expire
on December 31, 2007. When a vacancy occurs in the middle of the term, the Council
may appoint a citizen representative to complete the remainder of the term. If appointed,
the new commissioners would serve until December 31, 2007. After these appointments,
all vacancies for the PAC will be filled.
Council also interviewed Joe Polach for Human Rights Commission on February 27 and
after discussion, Council decided to appoint Mr. Polach at the March 6 meeting. This
appointment would fill a vacancy from a commissioner who did not seek reappointment,
thus the term will expire on December 31, 2008. If Mr. Polach is appointed, there will
still be a total of six vacancies on the Human Rights Commissions: two commissioner
openings, two youth member opening and one school liaison vacancy.
Recommendation:
It is recommended that Council make a motion to appoint two citizen representatives to
serve on the Police Advisory Commission until December 31, 2007 and one citizen
representative to serve on the Human Rights Commission until December 31, 2008.
Attachments: Boards and Commissions Update
Prepared By: Marcia Honold, Management Assistant
Approved By: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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Boards and Commissions – Vacancies as of 3/2/06
Community Education Advisory Council – Council appoints 6
3 Openings
Councilmember 1
At-large members 2
Human Rights Commission - 13 members
6 Openings
Commissioners 3*
Youth (non-voting) 2
School Board 1
*(If Joe Polach is appointed, there will be two commissioner vacancies)
Parks & Recreation Commission – 8 members
1 Openings
School Board 1
Police Advisory Commission – 11 members
2 Openings
Commissioners 2**
**(If Hans Widmer and James Smith are appointed, the PAC will be at full complement)
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6a. Continuation of Public Hearing to Consider Proposed Reallocation of $57,500 of
2004 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds
Resolution approving the reallocation of 2004 CDBG funds, and authorizing
execution of Subrecipient Agreement with Hennepin County and any related Third
Party Agreements.
Recommended
Action:
Mayor to close the public hearing. Motion to adopt the
Resolution approving reallocation of 2004 funds, and authorizing
execution of Subrecipient Agreement with Hennepin County and
any related Third Party Agreements
BACKGROUND:
The Public Hearing regarding use of 2006 CDBG funds and reallocation of 2004 funds was
opened on February 21, 2006. At this meeting Council approved the use of 2006 CDBG funds
for the single family emergency repair program, a housing land trust to assist with acquisition of
a single family affordable home, STEP’s building acquisition and assistance with improvements
to the PPL Louisiana Court stabilization project as noted in the table below.
Approved Use of 2006 CDBG Funds.
Activity Project City Admin Budget
Emergency Repair Program - single family housing rehabilitation $52,372 $4,930 $57,302
Housing Land Trust - acquisition single family housing $17,000 $1,500 $18,500
Multifamily Rehabilitation - rental housing rehab $78,000 $2,000 $80,000
St. Louis Park Emergency Program (STEP)- acquisition assistance $51,800 $5,700 $57,500
Total $199,172 $14,130 $213,302
Reallocation of 2004 CDBF funds of $57,500.
In 2004, $57,500 of CDBG funds was allocated for STEP’s acquisition of a building. STEP has
not purchased a building and these funds should be redirected to another use. They need to be
expended by June 2006 to prevent recapture of funds by the county.
Since a last minute change had been suggested in the Public Hearing staff report for use of a
portion of the 2004 funds, the Council decided to continue the public hearing and discuss the
funding at its next study session on February 27.
Improvements at the Wayside House Facility.
The primary reason for the late request was uncertainty about the future of Wayside’s building at
3705 Park Center Boulevard. It is anticipated that at some time in the future the existing building
will be replaced. What is known is that Wayside will continue to operate at its current site for a
period of time. And minimum improvements are required, (as noted in the attached correction
orders from the MN Health Department and letter from Wayside Executive Director) regardless
of the duration of Wayside’s use of the building.
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The minimum improvements are noted below:
• $18,000 for partial carpet replacement. The Department of Health has granted Wayside
until April of 2006 to make this safety related improvement.
• $7,500 for replacement of the water heater. The water heater has not failed, but is
estimated to have less than 1-year life remaining.
An additional improvement would be $7,500 for parking lot and pot-hole repair. The city
administrative costs for all these improvements would be $1,500.
Single Family Deferred Loan Program.
Staff had originally proposed that $57,500 be used to fund the single family housing rehab
through the County administered deferred loan program as noted in the February 13 Council
report. This is the primary ongoing CDBG rehab loan program targeted for homeowners with
annual income of 50% or less of the median area income, or $38,850 for a household of 4, and
assets less than $25,000. The rehab focuses on improvements to bring homes into code
compliance and provide long-term maintenance free housing. The maximum loan amount is
$25,000 and is forgiven after 15 years. Repayment is required if homeowners sell the property
before the 15-year period expires.
The funding considerations for the single family deferred loan program are unique to this activity
and should be considered in a reallocation discussion.
• This project is potentially funded not only with the 2004 reallocation, but also with loan
repayment income from the program itself.
• However, in the future if more funds are needed for this program, a reallocation can be
considered.
Recommendation:
A resolution approving reallocation of the 2004 CDBG funds is needed. The City Council is
asked to select the alternative reallocation it prefers from the options outlined in the table below.
Alternatives Wayside House Improvements City
Admin
Single-Family
Deferred Loan
Total
1 Carpet replacement $18,000 $500 $39,000 $57,500
2 Carpet & water
heater
$25,500 $1,000 $31,000 $57,500
3 Carpet, water heater
& parking lot repairs
$33,000 $1,500 $23,000 $57,500
4 No funding $0 $0 $57,500 $57,500
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Motion:
Once the alternative is determined, Council should approve a motion to adopt a Resolution
approving either
a) reallocating all the 2004 CDBG funds to the single family deferred loan rehab
program.
or
b) reallocating a portion of the 2004 CDBG funds to the single family deferred loan rehab
program and a portion to the Wayside House based on the options above.
Next Steps:
After the public hearing and authorization of the 2004 reallocation, the appropriate third party
agreement(s) will be executed.
Attachments: Resolution
February 27, 2006 Study Session Report
Prepared by: Kathy Larsen, Housing Programs Coordinator
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 06-_____
RESOLUTION APPROVING REALLOCATION OF 2004 FUNDS,
AND
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS WITH
HENNEPIN COUNTY AND ANY THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park, through execution of a Joint Cooperation
Agreement with Hennepin County, is cooperating in the Urban Hennepin County Community
Development Block Grant program; and
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park developed a proposal for the use of 2006 Urban
Hennepin County CDBG funds made available to it; and
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park held a public hearing on February 21, 2006 to
obtain the views of citizens on local and urban Hennepin County housing and community
development needs and priorities for the City’s proposed use of $213,302 from the 2006 Urban
Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of St. Louis Park approves the following
projects for funding from the 2006 Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block
Grant Program and authorizes submittal of the proposal to Hennepin County.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of St. Louis Park, Minnesota approves the
reallocation of Community Development Block Grant funds by reallocating 2004 funds as
follows: ____________________________________________________________________.
Project Budget
Emergency Repair Program - single family housing rehabilitation $57,302
Housing Land Trust - acquisition single family housing $18,500
Multifamily Rehabilitation - rental housing rehab $80,000
St. Louis Park Emergency Program (STEP)- acquisition assistance $57,500
Total $213,302
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council hereby authorizes and directs the
Mayor and its City Manager to execute a Subrecipient Agreement and any required Third Party
Agreements on behalf of the City to implement the 2006 CDBG program.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council March 6, 2006
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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STAFF REPORT OF FEBRUARY 27, 2006 STUDY SESSION
5. Study Session February 27, 2006 CDBG 2004
Reallocation Discussion
Community Development
PURPOSE OF DISCUSSION:
The purpose of this discussion is to consider funding options for the reallocation of $57,500 of
2004 CDBG funds following Council discussion at the February 21 Public Hearing.
Background:
The $57,500 of 2004 CDBG funds were planned to be used for STEP’s move to a permanent
home. STEP has not yet found a permanent location, and can not use these funds at this time.
The 2004 funds must be expended by June 2006, so these funds must be reallocated.
Reallocation of funds from one project to another allows the flexibility to ensure community
needs are met as they arise and funds are expended.
In the original CDBG staff report of February 13, staff had recommended reallocating the
$57,500 in 2004 funds for the single family deferred home rehab loan program. The reasons for
this recommendation were twofold:
• the need and activity level of this loan program remains strong, and
• County staff noted they could expend the 2004 funds by the June deadline.
Following the study session of February 13, the need for improvements at the Wayside House
became more clear to staff. Admittedly, this was very late in the CDBG process, and the first
opportunity to present a revision to the proposed reallocation to Council was in the Public
Hearing staff report for the February 21 meeting.
Issues for Consideration:
Wayside House
Wayside House is undergoing a strategic planning process that includes analysis of remaining at
their current site, the cost effectiveness of major building rehab to their current building, and
relocation considerations. The Wayside location is shown on the City’s Comp Plan as mixed use
and the right of way for a new street. It is anticipated that at some point in time Wayside will
need to relocate at least temporarily or permanently.. Staff has been having ongoing discussions
with Wayside about possible scenarios over the last year and beyond.
It has become fully apparent that a resolution regarding their location will not be imminent.
Wayside has noted that under any case they will likely be in their current building for a
minimum of two years, even three years. In the meantime, they plan to keep operations running
and have been directed by the State of MN and their mechanical consultant that the following
repairs are considered urgent:
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• $18,000 for carpet replacement. A citation from the MN Health Department (see
attachment) mandates replacement of carpeting for safety issues, since it is torn, tattered
and could lead to falls. Wayside is required to make this improvement regardless of the
City’s funding decision.
• $7,500 for replacement of the water heater. The replacement of the water heater, which
has not yet failed, is a preemptive attempt to contain costs. The mechanical consultant
estimates that the heater has less than 1-year life remaining. If replacement is made
before the equipment fails, additional clean up costs and higher emergency replacement
costs would be avoided.
The property management of Wayside also notes that the building’s roof is in need of
replacement and estimates this cost at $100,000. However, since the long term use of the
building is unknown, the high cost of this repair at this time is not prudent, and they will patch as
needed. Wayside had requested $7,500 for parking lot improvements. Staff believes since this is
not critical to their operation, this improvement could be deferred.
Single Family Rehabilitation Deferred Loans
In the February 13, study session report staff had recommended the full 2004 reallocation
of $57,500 be directed to this program. This is the primary ongoing CDBG rehab loan
program targeted for homeowners with annual income of 50% or less of the median area
income, or $38,850 for a household of 4, and assets less than $25,000. The rehab focuses on
improvements to bring homes into code compliance and provide long-term maintenance
free housing. The maximum loan amount is $25,000 and is forgiven after 15 years.
Repayment is required if homeowners sell the property before the 15-year period expires.
As noted earlier, county staff projected they could expend the money by the June deadline. The
activity level is healthy in that the previous year long waiting list no longer exists. Three projects
were completed in 2005 and another eight are funded and in process.
The funding considerations for the single family deferred loan program are unique to this activity
and should be considered in a reallocation discussion.
• This project is currently funded through loan repayment. The deferred loan program has
evolved to a revolving loan program, in that when residents move before the expiration of
the forgiveness period, the original principle is repaid. The city has been funding this
program since 1975 and currently has over 50 active loans. The repayment of loans helps
fund this project.
• This project provides budget flexibility that prevents loss of unexpended funds.
o When we have unexpended funds resulting from situations like STEP not being
able to use the money in the projected timeframe, we can “park” CDBG funds in
this project.
o Funds can be drawn down from a specific grant year or from the loan repayment
income which does not have the same deadline as grant year funds.
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• This project would be adequately funded with a portion of the 2004 reallocation plus loan
repayment income. However, in the future if more funds are needed for this program, a
reallocation can be considered.
Project Eligibility
The use of CDBG funds is restricted by federal guidelines, and it can be quite challenging to find
projects that meet both the community’s needs and federal guidelines. Many cities do not fully
expend their CDBG funds due to their restrictive use. Both the Wayside House improvements
and single family deferred loan program meet federal eligibility guidelines based on low income
requirements and type of work.
One Final Consideration
As part staff’s annual funding recommendations, the city’s affordable housing providers are
contacted to determine if CDBG funding would be appropriate in the coming grant year. The
focus of funding has been to make capital improvements to single family homes, apartment
buildings and community buildings that meet the needs of low income individuals such as Lenox
Center and Wayside House. CDBG funding has been instrumental in providing capital
improvements for Community Involvement Programs, Vail Place, Wayside House, Perspectives
Family Services, and Project for Pride in Living properties.
Reallocation Amounts for Council Discussion – Total Amount is $57,500
Staff recommends the following activities be funded with the 2004 reallocation:
Activity Amount
Wayside House
Carpet Replacement $18,000
Water Heater Replacement $7,500
City Admin Cost $1,200
Single Family Deferred Loan $30,800
Total $57,500
Next Steps
Upon Council direction, staff will prepare the proposed reallocation report for continuation of the
CDBG Public Hearing at the March 6, 2006 Council meeting.
Attachment: Wayside House, MN Department of Health Citation
Prepared by: Kathy Larsen, Housing Programs Coordinator
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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8a. Zoning Ordinance Amendments
An ordinance amending the St. Louis Park Zoning Ordinance by amending sections
36-73, 36-115a, 36-162, 36-163, 36-164, 36-165, and 36-361 relating to residential
setbacks, detached garages, accessory buildings, and to allow studios in the Industrial
Park (IP) zoning district.
Recommended
Action:
Motion to adopt first reading of the proposed Zoning Ordinance
Amendments related to residential setbacks– Sections 36-73, 36-
163, 36-164, 36-165.
Motion to adopt first reading of the proposed Zoning Ordinance
Amendments related to garages and accessory buildings - 36-
162.
Motion to adopt first reading of the proposed Zoning Ordinance
Amendments related to deleting Table 115a, a summary of land
uses by zoning district.
Motion to adopt first reading of the proposed Zoning Ordinance
Amendments related to Adding “Studio” as a use in the IP
district – Sec. 36-361.
Description of Request:
An outcome of the Housing Summit process included the idea of encouraging the expansion of
existing single family homes. Over the past several months, the Planning Commission and City
Council have met to discuss zoning ordinance changes that will clarify, simplify and provide
more ease to citizens in remodeling and expanding homes.
Process:
Proposed Zoning Code updates were discussed at Study Sessions on July 11, 2005, September
26, 2005, and on February 27, 2006. A public hearing on the proposed changes was held by the
Planning Commission on January 4, 2006. The Commission met again January 18, 2006 to
discuss an alternate proposal amending residential front yard setbacks. The Planning
Commission recommended approval of all the proposed amendments.
Staff is also working on numerous other changes to the ordinance in order to make it more
workable and understandable. Some of the changes will relate to substantive issues, however
most relate to the organization of the ordinance and to the language used. The language is very
difficult to interpret, and portions of the ordinance are disjointed. Over the next year or so we
will bring forth recommended changes for further discussion.
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Description of Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments:
Attached are several changes related to improving the ordinance. The changes address setbacks,
detached garages, accessory buildings, and allowing studios as an allowed use in the Industrial
Park (IP) zoning district. In working through the Ordinance, the Staff is also proposing changes
to amend and clarify language in several places.
The following changes relate to single family homes:
1. Amending residential setback issues – Sections 36-73, 36-163, 36-164, 36-165.
2. Changes to placement of accessory structures – 36-162.
The following changes are additional changes the Staff recommends:
3. Deleting Table 115a, which is a summary of land uses by zoning district Sec. 36-115A.
4. Adding “studio” as a use in the IP district – Sec. 36-361.
SUMMARY AND EXPLANATION OF PROPOSED CHANGES
1. Amending Residential Standards
The intent of the amendments is to provide some regulatory changes to the code, which are
summarized below.
a. Front Yard Setbacks
The front yard is currently determined by taking five feet less than the average front yard of
all properties within 150 feet of the subject property. This has been problematic for residents
and staff. Staff explored options to improve the rules for determining the front yard setbacks
in residence districts. The current code is ambiguous, requires residents to survey
neighboring properties, and each addition to a front of a building may reduce the required
setback and allow homes to shift closer to the street.
One of the goals identified from the Housing Summit was to encourage house additions. The
Planning Commission and City Council have also expressed a possible competing goal of
maintaining the view or character of the streetscape on blocks where existing houses are built
further back than the required minimum setback (in other words preserve larger front yards).
Staff identified five different scenarios for determining the front yard setback. There are pros
and cons to each approach. The table below provides a brief summary and staff’s analysis of
each scenario.
# RULE DESCRIPTION PROS & CONS
A
(Current Code) Average Setback.
Five feet less than the average front
yard setback of all properties within 150
feet of the subject property.
+ Setback tailored for each property
- Complicated to explain and determine
- Include subject property in calculation? Before
or after project?
- Must survey neighboring properties
- Required setback changes over time
- House may get closer to the street over time
- Existing houses built closer to the street than
“five feet less than the average setback” have
nonconforming front yard setbacks
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B Average Setback. Five feet less than
the average front yard setback of the
houses on either side of the subject
property.
+ Setback tailored for each property
+ Fewer lots to survey than Option #1
+ Excludes subject property
- Complicated to explain and determine
- Must survey neighboring properties
- Moving target
- Setback may shrink over time
- Existing houses built closer to the street than
“five feet less than the average setback” have
nonconforming front yard setbacks
C Fixed Setback, With List of Specific
Street Exceptions. Fixed, district-wide
setback; but identify and list individual
blocks with large front yards and
require a larger, fixed setback for each
of those blocks.
+ Setback tailored for each block
+ Less complicated
+ Fixed setback
+ Won’t shift over time
+ No survey of neighboring lots
- Difficult and time consuming to identify and
establish a comprehensive list of blocks that
warrant exceptions (see exhibits)
- Draft list is already too long to be practical
D Fixed Setback, With General
Exception. Fixed, district-wide setback
or the closest house (smallest front
yard) on the block, whichever is greater.
(An exception is proposed to allow
enclosed front entryways not exceeding
a depth of 5 feet toward the front lot
line and not exceeding a total of 40
square feet in area.
+ Setback tailored for each block
+ Less complicated
+ Fixed setback
+ Won’t shift over time
+ Must survey only one additional lot
+ More intuitive requirement
+ Creates no nonconformities
+ No need for City to develop and establish a
comprehensive list
- One outlier (very small front yard) on a block
may set standard for whole block, not less than
the base setback
E Fixed Setback, No Exceptions. Fixed,
district-wide setback.
+ Consistent requirement district-wide
+ Least complicated
+ Fixed setback
+ Won’t shift over time
+ No survey of neighboring lots
+ No limit on one property based on decisions of
neighboring owners
+ No lists, no exceptions
- Less flexible
- No protection of blocks with large front yard
setbacks
Currently the code allows houses to be built five feet closer to the street than the average
setback which is explicit in Options #A and #B, and incorporated into Option #C. The intent
of this rule was/is to allow existing houses to add a modest, enclosed front entryway to a
house.
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Staff recommends Options #D (Fixed Setback, With Exception). This approach is
relatively clear, simple and intuitive; and creates no new nonconforming front yard setbacks.
The Planning Commission recommended approval of Option #C (Fixed Setback, With
Exceptions), however, the list of properties became unmanageable. Staff determined that
Option #D (Fixed Setback with Exception) could accomplish the same objectives, with a
simpler method of doing so.
Staff also recommends adding an exception for front entryways not exceeding a depth
of 5 feet toward the front lot line and not exceeding a total of 40 square feet in area.
This exception would allow homeowners to build an entryway without affecting the
required front yard setback for their block.
b. The “side yard abutting a street” standards would be consistent throughout the R-1, R-2
and R-3 Residential Districts. They would require a 9 foot minimum side yard for those
properties less than 60 feet wide, and a 15 foot side yard for those lots that are 60 feet or
more in width.
c. The maximum ground floor area in R-1, R-2 and R-3 would be increased slightly from
30% to 35%, in order to allow more expansion of single family homes.
d. The area required when a back yard abuts a front yard would have a maximum size of 30’
x 30’ in the R-1 District and 25’ x 25’ in the R-2 and R-3 Districts. This would free up some
space in the corner lot for expansion.
e. The requirement to have at least 10 feet between homes is proposed to be removed. An
exception currently exists for homes with legal, nonconforming side yards. However, the
exception is not available to those properties that do not have at least 10 feet between the
house and the neighboring home. The 10-foot rule is not required by the building or fire
codes; therefore, staff proposes to remove this restriction to allow house additions that
maintain the existing side yard setback.
f. In the R-3 Residential District the side yard requirements are proposed to be amended to
create a reduced setback for single family homes to be consistent with the R-2 Residential
District (7 feet on one side, 5 on the other).
2. Accessory Building Regulations
The intent of the amendment is to clarify and condense the regulations into a format that is easier
to read and use. In summary, the proposed amendments will result in the following changes:
a. Under the proposed changes, detached garages would not be treated differently from
other detached accessory buildings. Currently accessory buildings have a 3 foot side and rear
yard, while detached garages have a 2 foot side and rear yard. This means, for example, a
10’ x 10’ storage shed has a greater setback requirement than a 26’ by 26’ detached garage.
The proposed amendments establish a 2 foot side and rear yard for all accessory buildings,
regardless of use or size.
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b. It is also proposed that there be a 5 foot setback from the alley for detached garages when
the garage door faces an alley. This additional setback is to allow for turning movements
into the garage.
c. It is proposed to add an exception to allow a detached garage of up to 576 square feet
(24’ x 24’) even if it exceeds the maximum 25% back yard coverage allowed for accessory
buildings. This would allow more homes to have a 2-car garage, without additional
accessory buildings.
d. It is proposed to remove the option to have a garage that is larger than 800 square feet
with a conditional use permit. Three-car garages could be built within this square footage.
e. The maximum height allowed for accessory buildings would continue to be 15 feet to
peak, however, an exception would be added to go up to 24 feet to the roof peak with the
conditions that the exterior materials on the garage match with those of the house, and that
the roof pitch matches the roof pitch of the house. The side wall would be limited to 9 feet in
height in order to prevent a two story garage with a 4/12 roof pitch.
f. The proposed amendments would remove the minimum allowed roof pitch so a flat roof
could be constructed with second story windows that look either to the right-of-way or the
backyard.
g. Windows would be allowed in the second story of an accessory building if the openings
face a public right-of-way or are at least 15 feet from a property line shared in common with
another residential property. This would allow a home owner to construct an accessory
building that is compatible with the home in architecture and design.
h. The proposed language clarifies that accessory buildings cannot be used for dwelling
purposes, but allows them to be used for other purposes such as storage and hobby spaces.
The home occupation provision of the residential districts will continue to prohibit the use of
accessory buildings as part of the home occupation.
3. Deleting Table 36-115-a
Table 36-115a is intended to provide a simple summary list of land uses by zoning districts.
However, the table is not accurate and is repetitious. For purposes of accuracy and clarity the
table should be removed. Removing the table reduces the possibility of error in the Zoning Code
by listing land uses in only one location within the Code, rather than in multiple locations.
4. Adding ‘Studios’ as a Permitted Use in the IP – Industrial Park District
Studios are currently a permitted use in the C-2, O, and I-G Zoning Districts. Studios are
permitted with conditions in the C-1 Zoning District. There does not appear to be any reason
why studios have been included in the less restrictive I-G district but excluded from the more
restrictive I-P district, as the I-P district is typically a less-intense use district than the I-G
district.
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Studios, as described by Section 36-142 “Land Use Descriptions and Characteristics,” include
facilities where the practice or study of visual and audio art occurs, including painting,
sculpturing, photography, recording, radio, and television studios; and also including dance and
martial arts studios. The use does not include large industrial photography or printing processes.
Recommended Action: Motion to adopt the First Reading of the proposed Zoning Ordinance
Amendments.
Prepared By: Meg McMonigal, Planning and Zoning Supervisor
Planning Staff
Approved By: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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DRAFT
ORDINANCE NO.______-06
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ST. LOUIS PARK
ORDINANCE CODE RELATING TO ZONING BY
AMENDING SECTIONS 36-73, 36-115A, 36-162, 36-163, 36-164, 36-165, 36-361
Residential Setbacks, Detached Garages, Accessory Buildings, Studios in Industrial Park
(IP) Zoning District
THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK DOES ORDAIN:
Findings
Sec. 1. The City Council has considered the advice and recommendation of the Planning
Commission (Case No. 05-69-ZA).
Sec. 2. The St. Louis Park Ordinance Code, Sections 36-73, 36-115A, 36-162, 36-163,
36-164, 36-165 and 36-361, is hereby amended by deleting striken language and adding
underscored language. Section breaks are represented by ***.
Sec. 36-73. Yard Encroachments.
(b) Principal building - any yard. The following shall not be encroachments on yard
requirements for principal buildings provided no permanent structure is placed in an easement
without first obtaining approval of an encroachment agreement:
(6) Front entryways not exceeding a depth of 5 feet toward the front lot line and not
exceeding a total of 40 square feet in area.
Sec. 36-115A.
TABLE 115A
[DELETE ENTIRE TABLE]
Sec. 36-162. Restrictions and performance standards.
(7d) Accessory structures. Accessory structures shall comply with the following regulations:
(1)a. Location--
1a. Accessory buildings shall be erected or located within the back yard as defined in
subsection (b) above, except that an detached accessory building, designed and used
as a garage and meeting the provisions of subsections 2 and 3 below, may be located
within a side yard unless it abuts a street. No accessory building shall be located in
the front yard as defined in subsection (b) above.
2b. A detached garage Accessory buildings located 60 feet or more from the front lot line
within the back yard shall meet the following locational provisions:
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i1. Garages where the building dimensions do not exceed 15 feet in height and/or 26
feet in length or width Accessory buildings shall be located a minimum of two
feet from any lot lines.
ii. Garages where the building dimensions exceed 15 feet in height and/or 26 feet in
length or width shall be located the following minimum distances from any lot
lines:
District Min. Interior Side Yard Min. Rear Yard Min. to Alley
R-1 9 feet 25 feet 2 feet
R-2 7 feet 25 feet 2 feet
R-3 9 feet 25 feet 2 feet
iii. Garages on alleys shall be located and designed to maintain adequate visibility
and vehicle turning movements.
iv2. Eaves, overhangs, gutters or other extensions from the roof of the structure shall
be located a minimum of 16 inches from any property line abutting a right-of-
way and two feet from all other property lines.
3c. Accessory buildings on through lots shall be subject to the front and side yard
requirements of the principal building if the accessory building is located within 60
feet of the rear lot line. No accessory building, including a detached garage, shall be
located within a side or rear yard abutting a street.
4. No accessory building other than a detached garage meeting the requirements of
subsection 2 above shall be located within three feet of any lot line.
5d. All accessory buildings and structures shall be located to comply with the principal
building yard requirements Detached garages when located in the side yard must
conform to the side yard requirements of the principal building unless exempt by this
section or section 36-73.
6e. No accessory building or permanent structure shall be located in a drainage or utility
easement without first obtaining approval of an encroachment agreement.
b(2). Size--
1a. Accessory buildings on single-family lots in the R-1, R-2 and R-3 Districts and on
non-conforming two-family lots:
i. The total cumulative ground floor area of all accessory buildings on
single-family lots and on non-conforming two-family lots in the R-1, R-2
and R-3 Districts (detached garages, storage sheds and other accessory
buildings) shall not exceed the smaller of 800 square feet or 25 percent
of the back yard area between the principal structure and rear lot line.
This provision shall not prohibit the construction of a detached garage
that is no greater than 576 square feet in area provided there are no other
accessory buildings.
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ii. The total cumulative ground floor area of all accessory buildings shall
not exceed 800 square feet, unless approved as a conditional use.
2b. Accessory buildings on conforming two-family lots in the R-3 or R-4 District:
i1. The total cumulative ground floor area of all accessory buildings shall not exceed
25 percent of the area between the principal structure and rear lot line.
ii2. No single accessory building may exceed 800 square feet in total area and the
cumulative area of all accessory buildings shall not exceed 1,200 square feet
unless approved as a conditional use.
3c. The total cumulative ground floor area of all accessory buildings shall be smaller
than the ground floor area of the principal building on the lot.
c(3). Height--
1a. Detached garages Accessory buildings - Shall not exceed 15 feet or 22 feet in height.
The maximum height may be increased to twenty four feet where the primary
exterior materials of the accessory building match the primary exterior materials of
the principal building and the roof pitch matches the primary roof pitch of the
principal building, and provided the wall height shall not exceed 9 feet from the floor
to the top plate. as measured in accordance with section 36-4 depending upon the
location as specified in section 36-162(c)7.a above.
2b. Parking ramps--Height is regulated by sections 36-166 and 36-167.
3c. Other aAccessory buildings and structures shall not exceed 15 feet in height as
measured in accordance with section 36-4 unless exempt by section 36-78.
4d. The height of all accessory buildings and structures shall be lower than the highest
roof line point of the principal building unless exempt by section 36-78.
d(4). Design--
1a. All detached garages and other accessory buildings shall be compatible in design and
materials to the principal building on the parcel.
2. All detached garages and other accessory buildings shall have a minimum 3/12 pitch
on any roof section, unless approved as a conditional use.
3b. No plumbing for kitchen or bathroom facilities (including but not limited to toilets
and showers) is allowed in any detached garage or other accessory building. Hose
bibs and utility sinks are allowed.
4c. Floor drains in garages and other accessory buildings must be connected to sanitary
sewer as approved by the city.
5d. No part of any Wwindows, doors, skylight or and similar openings shall may be
located in the second story of an accessory building if the wall or dormer in which it
is located faces a lot line that abuts a public right-of-way or is at least 15 feet from
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any property that is zoned residential and used or subdivided for residential use.
detached garage unless approved as a conditional use.
6e. Accessory buildings shall not be used for dwelling purposes. Second stories of
detached garages may only be used for storage, unless another use is approved as a
conditional use.
e(5). Accessory buildings as part of the principal buildings--Accessory buildings located less
than six feet from a principal building on the same lot shall be considered part of the
principal building for the purpose of applying provisions of this chapter.
f(6). Garages below grade level--Where the natural grade of a lot at the building line of a
house is eight feet or more above the established curb level, a private garage may be
erected within any yard provided one-half or more of its height is below grade level and it
is located a minimum of ten feet from any street line and five feet from any side lot line.
g(7). Permit required--All accessory buildings (including storage buildings 120 square feet or
less in area) shall obtain a zoning or building permit prior to installation and must be
anchored in a manner approved by the city.
(8)(e) Parking and storing vehicles.
(81) Except as provided in subsections (c)(9) and (c)(15) (e)(2) and (e)(8) of this section, no
motor vehicle, recreational vehicle, commercial vehicle, or trailer shall be permitted to
stand or park in any R district which exceeds any of the following:
a. Eight feet in height, measured from the ground to the highest point on the vehicle at
recommended tire pressure. For the purpose of measuring height, all accessories,
attachments, and materials carried upon a vehicle shall be considered part of the
vehicle;
b. Twenty-two feet in length, measured at the longest point of the vehicle or, if a trailer,
the horizontal distance between the front and rear edges of the trailer bed. For the
purpose of measuring length, all accessories, attachments, and materials carried upon
a vehicle shall be considered part of the vehicle or trailer bed; or
c. Six thousand five hundred pounds, empty weight including the box.
(92) One recreational vehicle which exceeds any of the limits set forth in subsection (c)(8)
(e)(2) of this section and is owned by the occupant of the premises can be parked in the
back yard area if:
a. The vehicle is parked no closer than five feet from any property line.
b. If the property is a multifamily property, the vehicle must be stored on a concrete or
bituminous surface and the parking space must be in excess of the minimum number
of parking spaces required by this chapter.
c. The vehicle shall be screened using a 90 percent opaque fence which is six feet high
and plant materials which at maturity have the ability to screen 100 percent of the
height and 100 percent of the length of the vehicle with a minimum of 50 percent
opacity from view from:
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1. Any park.
2. Any abutting residentially developed property.
3. Any street which abuts the back yard.
The fence and plant materials shall be located in such a manner that visibility is
maintained as required in section 36-76. A six-foot-high gate may be placed in the
fence to allow for ingress and egress. Plant materials may be omitted at points of
ingress and egress but the gap in landscaping may not exceed the width of the vehicle
plus two feet.
(103) The following provisions shall apply to the parking and storage of vehicles on
residential parcels in the R-1, R-2 and R-3 districts:
a. No more than three vehicles can be parked or stored outside an enclosed building at a
single-family residence. For a duplex, six vehicles can be parked or stored outside. If
there are more than three persons residing at a single-family dwelling who have valid
state driver's licenses showing the residence address, then the total number of
vehicles allowed to be parked outside is increased to a number equal to the number of
licensed drivers residing at the property not to exceed five vehicles. The provisions of
this subsection shall not apply during snow emergencies.
b. No more than two non-passenger vehicles can be parked on a residential lot outside
of an enclosed building. Except as permitted in subsection (c)(9) (e)(2) of this
section, vehicles shall be stored on a designated parking space. Non-passenger
vehicles cannot be parked or stored in a front yard or a side yard abutting a street
except as allowed under subsection (c)(10)g. (e)(3)g of this section.
c. Only commercial vehicles which do not exceed any of the size requirements under
subsection (c)(8) (e)(1) of this section and are designed exclusively for on-street use
can be parked on residential lots outside an enclosed building. Commercial vehicles
shall be parked only within a garage or on a designated parking space and cannot be
parked or stored in a front yard or a side yard abutting a street except as permitted
under subsection (c)(10)g.(e)(3)g of this section.
d. Except as permitted in subsection (c)(9) (e)(2) of this section, all vehicles must be
stored on a surface improved for driveway purposes with an approved paving surface.
e. No more than one recreational vehicle which exceeds the size requirements in
subsection (c)(8) (e)(2) of this section can be parked on a residential lot outside an
enclosed building.
f. No non-passenger vehicle can be parked within five feet of an interior side lot line or
rear lot line.
g. No non-passenger vehicle can be parked within the front yard or within a side yard
abutting a street except where designated parking space is permitted under subsection
36-361(b)(3)l. Under no circumstances can a non-passenger vehicle which exceeds
the size limitations in subsection (c)(8) (e)(1) of this section be parked in a front
yard.
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h. No non-passenger vehicle can be parked on a residential lot if the vehicle is not
owned or leased by the occupant of the premises where it is parked or is a
commercial vehicle owned by the employer of an occupant who is using the vehicle
for business purposes.
i. Only one tow truck can be parked on a residential property.
j. Parking is not permitted within a driveway in the R-1, R-2 or R-3 district within five
feet of the curb of a public street. In the absence of a curb, parking shall not be
permitted within five feet of the traveled public roadway, in no event can a vehicle be
parked in such a manner as to block a public sidewalk.
k. The total area in the front yard of a single-family lot improved for parking and
driveway purposes shall not exceed 30 percent of a front yard area. Additionally, the
average width of a driveway shall not be more than 22 feet. This provision will not
prohibit an average driveway width of up to 22 feet for all single-family lots.
l. Recreational vehicles six feet in height or less at their highest points may be parked
in one non-driveway side yard on a residentially zoned lot provided that they are ten
feet or more from the adjacent residence, do not extend beyond the front building
wall of the house, and are screened from the street and from the adjacent neighbor
with a 90 percent opaque fence with a height at least equal to the height of the highest
point of the vehicle to be screened. A fence-height gate may be placed in the fence to
allow for ingress and egress.
(11) (4) One vehicle with an attached snowplow can be parked outside of an enclosed
building between November 1 or the first two-inch snowfall, whichever occurs first, and
April 30. This vehicle will be considered to be a commercial vehicle when applying this
chapter.
(12) (5) Snowplows and other commercial equipment must be stored within an enclosed
structure when not attached to a vehicle.
(13) (6) Outdoor storage of fish houses is not permitted on a residential lot.
(14) (7) On-street parking of non-passenger vehicles is not permitted within any R
district.
(15) (8) The following are exempt from the provisions in this subsection:
a. Any vehicle being used in conjunction with a temporary service benefiting the
property.
b. Vehicles used in conjunction with authorized construction sites between 7:00 a.m.
and 10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. on
weekends and holidays.
c. Vehicles used in conjunction with authorized public works construction.
d. Recreational vehicles can be parked temporarily while being loaded or unloaded or
during routine maintenance and servicing not exceeding 48 consecutive hours.
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Section 36-163 R-1 Single Family Residential District
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(e) Accessory uses. The following uses shall be permitted accessory uses in an R-1
district:
(3) Private swimming pool and tennis court in conformance with section 36-73; pool house
building in conformance with the following conditions:
c. Notwithstanding section 36-162(c)(7), the pool house must meet all principal
building yard requirements of subsection (f) of this section.
(5) Detached garages.
a. The following detached garage uses and features may be allowed as a
conditional use.
1. Floor areas in excess of the square footage limitations of section
36-162 (7)b.1.ii,
2. Second stories used for other than storage purposes.
3. Window, door, skylight or similar openings located in the second
story.
4. Roof pitch less than 3/12 slope.
b. The conditions are as follows:
1. The area, bulk height, design or use shall have minimal impact on
the use, enjoyment or property value of adjoining property.
2. The detached garage is compatible with the scale and character of
the neighborhood.
3. Detached garage space is not be used for dwelling purposes (i.e.
bedroom, bathroom, kitchen or other similar uses).
4. Garage space is not used for business or commercial purposes.
5. The cumulative ground floor area of the detached garage and any
other accessory buildings does not exceed 25 percent of the back yard.
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(f) Dimensional standards/densities.
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(2) The ground floor area ratio within the R-1 district shall not exceed 0.35.
(3) A side yard abutting a street shall not be less than at least 15 feet in width, except that a
lot of record less than 60 feet in lot width shall have a side yard abutting a street of a
minimum of 9 feet in width.
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(4) If a corner lot has a rear lot line which is common with the side lot line of another lot, no
building shall occupy that portion of the rear yard of the corner lot which that abuts the
front yard of the other lot for a distance equal to the depth of the front yard of that other
lot or 30 feet, whichever is less, measured from the common property line of the two lots
extending toward the front lot line of the corner lot on a line perpendicular to the
common lot line of the two lots. See the following diagram.
Common Lot Line
(5) The following minimum requirements and those additional requirements, exceptions and
modifications contained in subsection (f)(6) through (f)(11) of this section and provisions
regarding subdivision shall govern the use and development of lots in the R-1 district:
Lot Area
(square feet)
Lot Width
(feet)
Front Yard
Depth
(feet)
Rear Yard
Depth
(feet)
Side Yard Width
9,000
75
30 feet or the
front wall of the
closest house on
the block front,
whichever is
greater. (See
additional
exceptions in
Section 36-73.)
25
9 feet on one yard and 6
feet on the other yard,
except when there is an
attached garage
accessible from the
street or when the lot
abuts an alley, both may
be 6 feet.
(6) The depth of the front yard of a lot shall be 30 feet unless the average depth of at least
two existing front yards, for buildings within 150 feet along the same block front of the
lot in question, are less or greater than 30 feet, then, the required front yards shall be five
feet less than the average depth of such existing front yards. However, the depth of a
front yard shall not be less than 20 feet or be required to exceed 50 feet.
***
(9) Side yard widths may be reduced if the side wall of a building is not parallel by more
than ten degrees with the side lot line. to permit the The minimum side yard shall be met
by the average depth of the side yard to conform to the minimum side yard depth in the
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district, but nNo side yard shall be less than five feet deep. No side yard shall be reduced
to prevent construction of a driveway from the street into the rear of the lot unless a
garage which has access from the street is located on the lot or an alley provides a
secondary access to the rear yard of the lot.
(10)A single-family house which legally existed or for which a valid building permit had
been granted on or before the effective date of the ordinance from which this chapter is
derived, may be expanded by an addition or dormer, provided the addition does not
extend into the existing side yard, and provided the combined width of the side yard for
the building and the adjacent building is not less than ten feet.
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(12) Each lot developed with a single-family residence shall contain at least 600
square feet of open lot area.
Sec. 36-164. R-2 single-family residence district.
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(d) Uses permitted by conditional use permit. No structure or land in any R-2 district
shall be used for the following uses except by conditional use permit. These uses shall comply
with the requirements of all the general conditions provided in section 36-365(b) and with the
specific conditions imposed in this subsection and such other conditions as may be imposed by
the city council under section 36-34(b).
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(3) Detached garages.
a. The following detached garage uses and features may be allowed as a conditional
use.
1. Floor areas in excess of the square footage limitations of section 36-
162(7)b.1.ii,
2. Second stories used for other than storage purposes.
3. Window, door, skylight or similar openings located in the second story.
4. Roof pitch less than 3/12 slope.
b. The conditions are as follows:
1. The area, bulk height, design or use shall have minimal impact on the
use, enjoyment or property value of adjoining property.
2. The detached garage is compatible with the scale and character of the
neighborhood.
3. Detached garage space is not be used for dwelling purposes (i.e.
bedroom, bathroom, kitchen or other similar uses).
4. Garage space is not used for business or commercial purposes.
5. The ground floor area of the garage and accessory building area does not
exceed 25 percent of the rear yard area.
***
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(f) Dimensional standards/densities. The dimensional standards/densities are as follows:
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(2) The ground floor area ratio within the R-2 district shall not exceed 0.35.
(3) A side yard abutting a street shall not be less than 15 feet in width except that a lot of
record which is a minimum of 40 feet in width but less than 60 feet shall have a side yard
abutting a street of a minimum of nine feet in width.
(4) If a corner lot has a rear lot line which is common with the side lot line of another lot, no
building shall occupy that portion of the rear yard of the corner lot which abuts the front
yard of the other lot for a distance equal to the depth of the front yard of that other lot or
25 feet, whichever is less, measured from the common property line of the two lots
extending toward the front lot line of the corner lot on a line perpendicular to the
common lot line of the two lots. See the following diagram.
(5) The following minimum requirements and those additional requirements, exceptions and
modifications contained in subsections (f)(6) through (f)(11) and provisions regarding
subdivision shall govern the use and development of lots in the R-2 district:
Lot Area
(square feet)
Lot
Width
(feet)
Front Yard
Depth
(feet)
Rear Yard
Depth
(feet)
Side Yard Width
7,200
60
25 feet or the
front wall of the
closest house on
the block front,
whichever is
greater. (See
additional
exceptions in
Section 36-73.)
25
7 feet on one yard and 5
feet on other yard, except
when there is an attached
garage accessible from
the street or when the lot
abuts an alley both may
be 5 feet.
The depth of the front yard shall be 25 feet deep unless the average depth of at least two
existing front yards, for buildings within 150 feet along the same block front of the lot in
question, are less or greater than 25 feet, then, the required front yards shall be five feet
less than the average depth of such existing front yards. However, the depth of a front
yard shall not be less than 20 feet or be required to exceed 45 feet. If there are no
adjacent homes with front yards on the same street as the lot in question, then the front
yard shall be no less than 30 feet.
(9) Side yard widths may be reduced if the side wall of a building is not parallel by more
than ten degrees with the side lot line. to permit the The minimum side yard shall be met
by the average depth of the side yard to conform to the minimum side yard depth in the
district, but Nno side yard shall be less than five feet deep. No side yard shall be reduced
to prevent construction of a driveway from the street into the rear of the lot unless a
garage which has access from the street is located on the lot or an alley provides a
secondary access to the rear yard of the lot.
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(10)A single-family house which legally existed or for which a valid building permit had
been granted on or before the effective date of the ordinance from which this chapter is
derived, may be expanded by an addition or dormer, provided the addition does not
extend into the existing side yard, and provided the combined width of the side yard for
the building and the adjacent building is not less than ten feet.
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(12) Each lot developed with a single-family residence shall contain at least 400
square feet of open lot area.
Sec. 36-165. R-3 two-family residence district.
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(d) Uses permitted by conditional use permit. No structure or land in any R-3 district
shall be used for the following uses except by conditional use permit. These uses shall comply
with the residential restrictions and performance standards of section 36-162, all the general
conditions provided in section 36-365, the specific conditions imposed in this subsection (d) and
such other conditions as may be imposed by the city council under subsection (b) of section 36-
34.
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(4) Detached garages.
a. The following detached garage uses and features may be allowed as a
conditional use.
1. Floor areas in excess of the square footage limitations of section
36-162(7)b.2.ii,
2. Second stories used for other than storage purposes.
3. Window, door, skylight or similar openings located in the second
story.
4. Roof pitch less than 3/12 slope.
b. The conditions are as follows:
1. The area, bulk height, design or use shall have minimal impact on
the use, enjoyment or property value of adjoining property.
2. The detached garage is compatible with the scale and character of
the neighborhood.
3. Detached garage space is not be used for dwelling purposes (i.e.
bedroom, bathroom, kitchen or other similar uses).
4. Garage space is not used for business or commercial purposes.
5. The ground floor area of the garage and accessory building area
does not exceed 25 percent of the rear yard area.
***
(f) Dimensional standards/densities. The dimensional standards/densities are as follows:
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***
(4) A side yard abutting a street shall not be less than 15 feet in width except that a lot of
record which is at least 40 feet in width but less than 60 feet shall have a side yard of at
least nine feet in width abutting a street.
(5) If a corner lot has a rear lot line which is common with the side lot line of another lot, no
building shall occupy that portion of the rear yard of the corner lot which abuts the front
yard of the other lot for a distance equal to the depth of the front yard of that other lot or
25 feet, whichever is less, measured from the common property line of the two lots
extending toward the front lot line of the corner lot on a line perpendicular to the
common lot line of the two lots. See the following diagram.
(6) The following minimum requirements and those additional requirements, exceptions and
modifications in subsections (f)(7) through (f)(13) of this section shall govern the use and
development of lots in the R-3 district:
Lot Area
(square
feet)
Lot
Width
(feet)
Front Yard
Depth
(feet)
Rear Yard
Depth
(feet)
Side Yard Width
7,200*
60
25 feet or
the front
wall of the
closest
house on
the block
front,
whichever
is greater.
(See
additional
exceptions
in Section
36-73.)
*
25
Single Family: 7 feet on one yard
and 5 feet on other yard, except
when there is an attached garage
accessible from the street or when
the lot abuts an alley both may be 5
feet.
Duplex: 9 feet on one yard and 6
feet on other yard, except when
there is an attached garage
accessible from the street or when
the lot abuts an alley, both may be
6 feet.
*This minimum lot size is for the development of a single-family house. The minimum
lot size for a two-family house is 8,000 square feet.
(7) The depth of the front yard of a lot shall be 30 feet unless the average depth of at least
two existing front yards, for buildings within 150 feet along the same block front of the
lot in question, are less or greater than 30 feet, then, the required front yards shall be five
feet less than the average depth of such existing front yards. However, the depth of a
front yard shall not be less than 20 feet or be required to exceed 45 feet.
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(9) Each lot developed with a single-family or two-family residence shall contain at least 400
square feet of open lot area per dwelling unit.
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(1213) Side yard widths may be reduced if the side wall of a building is not parallel by
more than ten degrees with the side lot line. to permit the The minimum side yard shall be
met by the average depth of the side yard to conform to the minimum side yard depth in
the district, but nNo side yard shall be less than five feet deep. No side yard shall be
reduced to prevent construction of a driveway from the street into the rear of the lot
unless a garage which has access from the street is located on the lot or an alley provides
a secondary access to the rear yard of the lot.
***
Sec. 36-243. I-P Industrial Park District.
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(b) Permitted uses. The following uses are permitted in an I-P district if the use complies
with the industrial restrictions and performance standards of section 36-242:
(11) Studios.
Sec. 36-361. Off-street parking areas, paved areas, and loading spaces.
(b) Off-street parking and paved areas; general regulations.
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(2) General provisions.
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j. Location of parking facilities. Required off-street parking in the R-1, R-2 and
R-3 districts shall be located within an enclosed building or, if outside, shall
be located behind a line created by extending the front building wall of the
principal structure to the side lot lines and shall not be located within a side
yard abutting a street except as permitted under subsection (b) (3) l. of this
section. Parking shall not be permitted on any landscaped area except as
permitted under section 36-162(ec)(92). Passenger vehicles can be parked on
private driveways in the front yard or side yard abutting a street of single-
family or two-family dwelling units provided these vehicles meet the
requirements of this section and of this article. Required off-street parking
spaces shall be on the same lot as the building housing the principal use,
except in the cases of:
Sec. 3. The contents of Planning Case File 05-69-ZA are hereby entered into and made
part of the public hearing record and the record of decision for this case.
Sec. 4. This Ordinance shall take effect fifteen days after its publication.
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First Reading
Second Reading
Date of Publication
Date Ordinance takes effect
Reviewed for Administration Adopted by the City Council March 6, 2006
City Manager Mayor
Attest: Approved as to Form and Execution:
City Clerk City Attorney
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8b. City Engineer’s Report: Local Street Rehabilitation Project – Area 2, Project No.
2005-1000
This report considers the Residential Pavement Management Project scheduled for the
2006 construction season in Area 2 of the City’s Pavement Management Program. The
streets selected for work will have their existing asphalt pavement removed and then
replaced with a new asphalt surface. Other work associated with the project will
include drainage system repairs.
Recommended
Action:
Motion to adopt resolution accepting this report, establishing
and ordering Improvement Project No. 2005-1000, approving
plans and specifications, and authorizing advertisement for
bids.
BACKGROUND: Staff developed and the City Council adopted a Pavement Management
Program to address the problem of deteriorating streets within the city. Many of the roads are
now approaching 40 years of age or more. The city’s streets are still in relatively good condition
due to the fact that the streets were built well, are situated on good soils, utilize curb & gutter for
drainage and have been well maintained. City maintenance crews have continually worked to
keep streets in decent condition using basic maintenance strategies such as patching, crack filling
and seal coating. However, as pavements age, more aggressive maintenance strategies are
needed to prolong their life.
The Pavement Management Program has been developed to extend pavement life and enhance
system-wide performance in a cost-effective and efficient way by providing the right
maintenance or repair at the right time. Using the city’s pavement management software, staff
can obtain a rating of the street condition and monitor their performance. Staff can then evaluate
the condition of the street and select a cost-effective treatment to extend the pavement life.
ANALYSIS: The 2006 construction season will be the second year of implementing the City’s
Pavement Management Program. This year’s work will be performed in Area 2 of the City’s 8
pavement management areas. The attached map identifies which streets in Area 2 have been
selected for rehabilitation. Selection was based on previous condition surveys of the streets and
field evaluations to determine current conditions of the pavement, curb and gutter, and the city’s
underground utilities. A team of staff members was formed to select streets for inclusion in this
year’s program and to recommend appropriate rehabilitation techniques. The team included
members of Operations, Utilities, Engineering and the Public Works Asset Management Group.
The residential streets selected this year for rehabilitation were all originally constructed in a
similar fashion. The structure of most of the streets consists of a two (2) inch layer of asphalt
pavement over six (6) inches of quality gravel. Staff has determined that an appropriate
treatment for rehabilitating the streets consists of removing all of the old asphalt pavement and
replacing it with three (3) inches of new pavement. The thicker asphalt section is being used to
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provide for heavier vehicles, such as garbage trucks, and the increased volume of traffic on the
streets. This will also allow for flexibility of future maintenance. For example, with a 2-inch
thickness of asphalt, a typical mill and overlay is not possible because the asphalt layer is too
thin. With a 3-inch thickness, 1.5 inches of asphalt can be milled off and replaced with the same
thickness of new pavement. In conjunction with the pavement replacement, necessary drainage
system (curb & gutter and catch basin) repairs will also be made.
The Engineering Staff has prepared plans and specifications for this year’s project. With this
project, a few streets selected for rehabilitation are shared with the City of Edina. These streets
include 40th Street between Natchez and Joppa Avenue, the 4000 block of Natchez, a short
segment on Morningside near Ottawa Avenue and a short portion of Browndale Avenue south of
the city limits to 44th Street. Edina has agreed to pay for the expenses related to rehabilitating
the streets within their city limits.
All of the private utility companies have been contacted to inform them of the city’s proposed
work plan and schedule. For those companies who may have buried utilities, staff has asked
them to consider replacing any aging systems prior to our paving of the streets.
Centerpoint/Minnegasco has informed us that they will be replacing some of their gas mains
within our project area. Staff will work with them to coordinate their work prior to City
construction.
PUBLIC PROCESS: Staff invited area residents and neighborhood association leaders to an
open house to review the preliminary plans. Thirteen residents attended the open house on
February 22, 2006. People asked questions about how to get their driveway aprons replaced or
widened and whether the city’s contractor would be interested in doing this private work. Since
the driveway apron area is integral with the city’s curb and gutter drainage system, staff
explained that it would be best to have this work performed by the city’s contractor at the
resident’s expense. Otherwise the resident could perform the desired work with their hired
contractor and coordinate with the city to ensure proper scheduling. Residents wishing to widen
aprons in satisfactory conditions will be responsible for the replacement cost. If the work is
performed by the city contractor, the cost will be based on the city’s contract prices. Driveway
aprons that have failed and created drainage problems as a result boulevard tree roots heaving the
apron or as a result of roadbed failure will be replaced at city expense. For any other driveway
work performed on the private property, it will be the resident’s responsibility to hire the
contractor and pay for the work. Staff will help facilitate the initial communication between the
city’s contractor and those interested residents.
Two residents on Browndale Avenue asked that speed humps be installed with this project to
help control speeding and cut through traffic. Speed humps are not considered qualified traffic
calming devices under the city’s policy. However, staff explained that the neighborhood could
initiate a petition to request speed humps as part of a traffic calming effort. Staff has forwarded
information on the petition process to the two interested residents. It is not necessary to install
speed humps in conjunction with the installation of the new pavement. Speed humps could be
installed separately.
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Other questions by residents generally related to the timing of the project and what construction
impacts would be felt by the residents while the project is underway. The project is anticipated
to start mid- June and last approximately 2 months. Work on any one block will usually last two
weeks to replace curbing, if needed, then remove the pavement, grade the street, and then pave
the first layer of bituminous. During this work residents will always have access to their
driveways and overnight parking will be allowed on the street. The final layer of bituminous is
typically placed near the end of the project and will result in another day of disruption for any
one block.
COST AND FUNDING: This project is included in the 2005 Capital Improvement Program
(CIP) with an estimated cost of $901,626. Our Engineer’s estimate at this time is $1,072,575
which includes 5% for contingencies and 8% for engineering & administration. Although the
total estimated cost is greater than anticipated in the CIP, it is still within the overall multi-year
budget for the program. Staff anticipates the actual bids being lower than the estimated cost due
to the time of year and the substantial size of the project. Last years project came under budget
by approximately $235,000. All funding for this project will come from the Pavement
Management Fund.
PROJECT TIMELINE: Should the City Council approve the City Engineer’s Report, it is
anticipated that the following schedule could be met:
• Approval of Plans/Authorization to Bid by City Council March 6, 2006
• Advertise for bids Late March, Early April
• Bid Opening April 6, 2006
• Bid Tab Report to City Council; Award contract April 17, 2006
• Construction June/July, 2006
Attachments: Resolution
Map of Select Streets for Construction in Area 1 (Supplement)
Prepared By: Jim Olson, Engineering Project Manager
Reviewed By: Scott Brink, City Engineer
Mike Rardin, Public Works Director
Approved By: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 06-053
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE CITY ENGINEER’S REPORT,
ESTABLISHING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2005-1000,
APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AND AUTHORIZING
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2005-1000
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park has received a report from the
City Engineer related to the 2006 Local Street Rehabilitation Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis
Park, Minnesota, that:
1. The City Engineer’s Report regarding the 2006 Local Street Rehabilitation Program within
the City is hereby accepted.
2. The proposed project, designated as Project No. 2005-1000, is hereby established.
3. The plans and specifications for the making of the improvement, as prepared under the
direction of the City Engineer, are approved.
4. The City Clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted at least two weeks in the official
newspaper and in the Construction Bulletin an advertisement for bids for the making of said
improvement under said-approved plans and specifications. The advertisement shall appear
not less than ten (10) days prior to the date and time bids will be received by the City Clerk,
and that no bids will be considered unless sealed and filed with the City Clerk and
accompanied by a bid bond payable to the City for five (5) percent of the amount of the bid.
5. The bids shall be tabulated by the City Engineer who shall report her tabulation and
recommendation to the City Council.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council March 6, 2006
City Manager
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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8c. Westmarke Condominiums – Major Amendment to a Conditional Use Permit
Case No. 06-09-CUP
Stonebridge Development and Acquisition, LLC.
1155 Ford Road
Recommended
Action:
Motion to adopt a resolution approving a Major Amendment to the
Conditional Use Permit, subject to conditions found in the
resolution.
Site Area: 1.3 Acres
Zoning: C-2 General Commercial
Comprehensive Plan: Commercial
Description of Request:
Requested is approval of a major amendment to a Conditional Use Permit (CUP). The primary
changes to the CUP involve the building’s exterior façade and height.
Background:
The Westmarke Condominium development (formerly known as Stonebridge Condominiums)
was originally approved in 2002. In 2004 the developers determined that changes to the site and
building plan were necessary, and received a major amendment to the CUP at that time. No
action has been taken on the site since the 2004 approvals, and a major amendment is now being
requested.
The approved proposals have all featured a mixed-use development on the site with the intent of
removing the existing structure. In the C-2 zoning district, it is possible to construct a building
with a commercial use on the first floor with housing above. The development proposal meets
the requirements of the zoning code.
Revised Proposal:
The development has changed very little since the approval in 2004. At this time, the developer
is requesting changes to:
1. Revise the appearance of the building and change the exterior building materials,
including the proposed material ‘hardiboard’ as a Class I material.
2. Increase the height of the building’s architectural features from 56’ to 64’.
3. Decrease the number of residential condominiums from 65 to 64.
4. Increase the number of available parking spaces from 135 spaces to 138 spaces.
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The proposed building remains five stories in height; as shown on the attached elevation, the
increase in building height primarily results from an increase in height at the corners of the
building, where an architectural parapet rises above the roof line. The height increase will not
result in an increased ceiling height in any units within the building.
Analysis:
Building Height
A Major Amendment to a CUP is required whenever a developer requests an increase in the
height of an already approved building. During the last amendment process, the developer
requested an increase in building height to accommodate nine foot ceilings. At this time, no
change to ceiling height is proposed; however, the architectural design and related elements
proposed for the building have changed, resulting in an increase in height. The attached building
elevations depict the new height of the building. As the requirement remains within the
maximum height limit imposed by the zoning code, staff has determined that the increase in
height is appropriate.
Building Materials
For buildings in the C-2 Zoning District, the Zoning Code requires the use of a minimum of 60%
Class I materials. Materials are defined in the Zoning Code as follows:
Class I Brick, Marble, Granite, other natural stone, Cement Stucco,
Copper, Porcelain, Glass
Class I – Four or fewer
residential dwelling
units only
Wood or Vinyl siding, Prefinished metal
Class II Exposed aggregate concrete panels, Burnished concrete block,
exposed aggregate concrete block, cast in place concrete,
artificial stucco (EFIS), artificial stone, prefinished metal
Class III Unpainted concrete block, unpainted or surface painted concrete
panels, unfinished or surface painted metal
The developer is requesting a change to the approved exterior building materials. The proposal
shows that 50% of the building will be composed of brick and glass, with the remainder
composed of hardiboard. Due to the fact that hardiboard is a new material and has not been
classified in the Zoning Code, its status must be administratively determined.
Because hardiboard continues to be present in development and redevelopment proposals, Staff
intends to bring forward an amendment to the ‘Architectural Standards’ section of the Zoning
Code. The amendment will clarify how hardiboard is counted as an architectural material.
The previous approval for Westmarke Condominiums featured glass and brick and exceeded the
requirement for Class I materials. Staff believes the current proposal for the use of hardiboard is
appropriate because it contributes to the building’s unique architectural character. The developer
has indicated that the change in materials results from the design of the building and the weight
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of the brick on the proposed structural system. The building design, which is not changing,
features a cantilever design for portions of the exterior walls. The cantilevered portions of the
building could not support the weight of brick without a substantial upgrade to the building’s
structural system; for this reason, the developer has modified the building materials to be used.
Decreased Number of Units
The developer has proposed reducing the number of units in the Westmarke building from 65 to
64. Staff has determined that a reduction in the number of units will not negatively affect the
development proposal and that the proposal remains within the density guidelines for the C-2
zoning district. The reduction in units reflects a change to the number of different units types
within the proposed condominium.
Increased Parking
The developer is proposing to increase the number of parking spaces available in the
development from 135 to 138 spaces. The spaces are provided in an at-grade surface parking lot
and in the basement and first floor of the building. The number of parking spaces provided
meets the zoning code requirements; further, proof of parking is provided that would allow the
developer to increase the number of spaces in the surface parking lot if it becomes necessary.
Because the number of parking spaces is increasing, Staff has determined that this change to the
CUP is appropriate.
Designed Outdoor Recreation Area (DORA)
The developer is not proposing any changes to DORA in comparison with the previously
approved site plan. The DORA contains picnic tables, a barbeque pit, and several benches. The
DORA is connected to the greater Shelard Park Neighborhood through sidewalks that will
connect the site to other surrounding uses. The proposal for DORA (22% of the site) exceeds the
required 12% of the site that must be provided.
Other Issues
Staff has determined that no other changes are proposed in the major amendment. The primary
characteristics of the proposed building remain the same: one level of underground parking;
office and parking on the first floor; and 4 levels of housing above the first floor for a relatively
typical five-story building. The development continues to meet the required conditions for multi-
family housing located in the C-2 General Commercial district. The site plan, landscape plans,
stormwater plan, and other associated plans remain the same from previous approvals.
Recommendation:
The Planning Commission recommended approval (6-0) of the Major Amendment to the
Conditional Use Permit. The unapproved minutes from the Planning Commission meeting, as
attached, provide information regarding the Planning Commission’s questions about the use of
hardiboard on the building.
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The Planning Commission and Staff recommend a motion to adopt a resolution approving a
Major Amendment to the Conditional Use Permit, subject to the conditions found in the
resolution.
Attachments: Location Map
Color elevations
Site Plan and related documents
Unofficial minutes, Feb. 15 Planning Commission Meeting
Prepared by: Adam Fulton, Associate Planner
Reviewed by: Meg McMonigal, Planning and Zoning Supervisor
Kevin Locke, Community Development Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 06-054
Amends and Restates Resolution No. 04-114
RESOLUTION AMENDING AND RESTATING
RESOLUTION NO. 04-114 ADOPTED ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2004 AND
GRANTING AMENDMENT TO EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT UNDER SECTION 36- 33 OF THE ST. LOUIS PARK
ORDINANCE CODE RELATING TO ZONING TO ALLOW
AN INCREASE IN BUILDING HEIGHT AND
CHANGES TO BUILDING MATERIALS
AT 1155 FORD ROAD
WESTMARKE CONDOMINIUMS
FINDINGS
WHEREAS, Stonebridge Development, has made application to the City Council for an
amendment to an existing conditional use permit under Section 36-33 of the St. Louis Park
Ordinance Code to allow an increase in building height and changes to the building’s materials
at 1155 Ford Road within a C-2 General Commercial Zoning District having the following legal
description:
That part of the South 2 acres of the East 10 rods of the East ½ of the West ½ of
the Northeast ¼, Section 1, Township 117, Range 22, which lies Northerly of the
Northerly right-of-way line of U.S. Highway No. 12, and South of a line 67.0 feet
North of and parallel to the following described line:
Beginning at a point on the West line of said South 2 acres of the East 10 rods
distant of 103 feet South from the Northwest corner thereof; thence run East to a
point on the East line of said South 2 acres of the East 10 rods distant 113.05 feet
South of the Northeast corner thereof and then terminating.
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the information related to Planning Case
Nos. 02-40-CUP, 02-41-VAR, 04-40-CUP, and 06-09-CUP and the effect of the proposed
revisions 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 and
the effect of the use on the Comprehensive Plan; and compliance with the intent of the Zoning
Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, a conditional use permit was issued regarding the subject property pursuant
to Resolution No. 02-094 of the St. Louis Park City Council dated September 3, 2002 which
contained conditions applicable to said property; and
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WHEREAS, an amendment to the existing conditional use permit was issued
regarding the subject property pursuant to Resolution No. 04-114 of the St. Louis Park
City Council dated September 20, 2004 which contained conditions applicable to said
property; and
WHEREAS, due to changed circumstances, amendments to those conditions are now
necessary, requiring the amendment of that conditional use permit; and
WHEREAS, it is the intent of this resolution to continue and restate the conditions of the
permit granted by Resolution Nos. 02-094 and 04-114, to add the amendments now required, and
to consolidate all conditions applicable to the subject property in this resolution;
WHEREAS, the contents of Case No. 02-40-CUP, 04-40-CUPand 06-09-CUP are
hereby entered into and made part of the public hearing record and the record of decision for this
case.
CONCLUSION
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Resolution No. 04-114 filed as
Document No. 8488769 is hereby restated and amended by this resolution which continues and
amends a conditional use permit to the subject property for the purposes of increasing building
height and changing the building materials within the C-2 General Commercial District at the
location described above based on the following conditions:
1. The site shall be developed, used, and maintained in accordance with the official exhibits,
which shall be revised to meet the following conditions:
a. Correct tree replacement calculations and size of plant materials in the plant
schedule on the landscape plan.
b. Move the handicap parking stalls to the northwest side of the exterior lot.
c. Revise the east and west building elevations to provide building wall deviations, a
minimum of 3 feet in depth that extend from the grade at ground level to the roof.
d. Revise parking lot dimension to meet the required amount of usable open space
requirements as approved by the Zoning Administrator.
e. Remove that portion of the billboard, approximately 49’ x 2.8’, that projects over
the southeast property line.
2. Prior to any site work, the developer shall meet the following requirements:
a. A copy of the Watershed District permit shall be forwarded to the City.
b. Any other necessary permits from other agencies shall be obtained.
c. Sign assent from and revised official exhibits.
d. Required erosion control permits, utility permits and other required permits shall
be obtained from the City.
e. Final sidewalk construction documents are approved by the Public Works
Director and any easements required for installation of sidewalks on private
property shall be dedicated to the City.
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3. Prior to issuance of any building permits, which may impose additional requirements, the
developer shall comply with the following:
a. Building material samples must be submitted to and approved by the Zoning
Administrator.
b. The landscape plan must comply with Table 36-364F.
c. All building elevations must meet building wall deviation requirements.
d. A lighting plan and photometrics and irrigation plan meeting the ordinance
regulations shall be submitted to and approved by the community development
department.
e. Meet all Accessibility Code requirements during construction.
4. The developer shall comply with the following conditions.
a. Meet any Fire Department emergency access requirements for during
construction.
b. All City noise ordinances shall be complied with, including that there be no
construction activity between the hours of 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. on weekdays and 10
p.m. and 9 a.m. on weekends and holidays.
c. The site shall be kept free of dust and debris that could blow onto neighboring
properties.
d. Public streets shall be maintained free of dirt and shall be cleaned as necessary.
e. The Zoning Administrator may impose additional conditions if it becomes
necessary in order to mitigate the impact of construction on surrounding
properties.
5. Prior to issuance of an occupancy permit the billboard shall be removed from the subject
property.
6. The developer or owner shall pay an administrative fee of $750 per violation of any
condition of this approval.
7. Prior to installation of any signs the applicant shall obtain sign permits.
8. The building height may be decreased to four stories with a commensurate reduction in
the number of residential units without amending the conditional use permit.
9. The conditional use permit shall be amended on September 20, 2004 to incorporate all of
the preceding conditions and add the following conditions:
a. The site shall be developed, used and maintained in accordance with the revised
exhibits, such documents incorporated by reference herein.
b. The site and landscape plan shall be revised to show the location of the
freestanding sign to comply with the five-foot setback requirement.
10. The conditional use permit shall be amended on March 6, 2006 to incorporate all of the
preceding conditions and add the following conditions:
a. Revised official exhibits depicting the approved changes to the building height and
materials must be signed by applicant and owner.
b. All necessary permits must be obtained prior to starting issuance of the building
permit.
c. The Zoning Administrator may impose additional conditions if it becomes necessary in
order to mitigate the impact of construction on surrounding properties.
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In addition to any other remedies, the developer or owner shall pay an administrative fee of $750
per violation of any condition of this approval.
Under the Zoning Ordinance, this permit shall be revoked and cancelled if the building or
structure for which the conditional use permit is granted is removed.
Assent form and official exhibits must be signed by applicant (or applicant and owner if
applicant is different from owner) prior to issuance of building permit.
Reviewed for Administration Adopted by the City Council March 6, 2006
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
St. Louis Park Council Meeting
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8d. Request of St. Louis Park Hockey Boosters Association to conduct lawful
charitable gambling at Bunny’s Bar & Grill located at 5916 Excelsior Blvd. in St.
Louis Park.
Recommended
Action:
Motion to approve Resolution authorizing Renewal of Gambling
Premises Permit for St. Louis Park Hockey Boosters Association
operating at Bunny’s Bar and Grill, 5916 Excelsior Boulevard.
Background:
St. Louis Park Hockey Boosters Association (SLPHBA) has submitted a renewal application for
a Gambling Premises Permit to conduct lawful charitable gambling in the form of pull-tabs sales
at Bunny’s Bar & Grill located at 5916 Excelsior Blvd. in St. Louis Park. Pull-tab sales are
already in progress at this location under a previously issued permit.
SLPHBA is a public charitable non-profit organization and provides opportunity for kids
eighteen years old and under to play competitive hockey. The charitable gambling makes the
opportunity more affordable for the players and their families. Because of the charitable
gambling, the cost to play youth hockey in St. Louis Park is approximately one half the cost of
the metro area cities.
The premises permit duration is May 1, 2006 – April 30, 2008.
All current requirements for issuance of the license have been met. The Police Department has
conducted a background investigation and no records or warrants were discovered by using
conventional police methods of investigation.
This action does not require a public hearing as the building location meets all proximity
requirements in the ordinance.
The City Council must act to approve or deny the renewal before it is submitted to the State
Gambling Control Board who is responsible for issuing the license.
Recommendation:
License materials are in order and the staff recommends approval. Should the City Council
approve the application, the Resolution of approval will be forwarded to the State Gambling
Control Board.
Attachments: Resolution
Prepared by: Nancy Stroth, City Clerk
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 06-055
RESOLUTION OF THE ST. LOUIS PARK CITY COUNCIL
APPROVING ISSUANCE OF A PREMISES PERMIT FOR
LAWFUL GAMBLING FOR
ST. LOUIS PARK HOCKEY BOOSTERS ASSOCIATION
AT BUNNY’S BAR AND GRILL,
5916 EXCELSIOR BOULEVARD, ST. LOUIS PARK
PERMIT DURATION MAY 1, 2006 –APRIL 30, 2008
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 349 and St. Louis Park Ordinance Section 15,
provide for lawful gambling licensing by the State Gambling Control Board; and
WHEREAS, a licensed organization may not conduct lawful gambling at any site unless
it has first obtained from the Board a premise permit for the site; and
WHEREAS, the Board may not issue or renew a premises permit unless the organization
submits a resolution from the City Council approving the premises permit; therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the City of St. Louis Park City Council that the applicant listed
below meets the criteria necessary to receive a premises permit, and the application is hereby
approved
ST. LOUIS PARK HOCKEY BOOSTERS ASSOCIATION
AT BUNNY’S BAR AND GRILL
5916 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST. LOUIS PARK, MN 55426
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council March 6, 2006
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk