Res 2002- 65 Approving Prel Plat/Plan for PUD for Hockey Arena @ STACITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 02-65
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A
PRELIMINARY PLAT, WETLANDS PERMIT AND PRELIMINARY
DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
FOR A HOCKEY ARENA AT SAINT THOMAS ACADEMY
WHEREAS, RSP Architects, on behalf of Saint Thomas Academy (legal
description) has applied for a Preliminary Plat, Wetlands Permit and Preliminary
Development Plan for a Planned Unit Development for a Hockey Arena as proposed in
Planning Case #02-41; and
WHEREAS, The Planning Commission held a public hearing on this application
at their regular meeting on October 22, 2002; and
WHEREAS, The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend that the Council
approve the Preliminary Plat, Wetlands Permit and Preliminary Development Plan for a
Planned Unit Development as proposed in Planning Case #02-41.
( ) NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HERESY RESOLVED by the City Council of the
City of Mendota Heights that a Preliminary Plat, Wetlands Permit and Preliminary
Development Plan for a Planned Unit Development for a Hockey Arena for Saint Thomas
Academy as proposed in Planning Case #02-41 is hereby approved on the following
conditions:
1. A formal subdivision of the property is pursued to accommodate the proposed
division of the property into two separate lots.
2. A determination regarding the acceptability of the proposed joint parking condition be
postponed pending the investigation of the following:
• The existing parking supply of the north parking lot .(and currently ability
to meet existing parking demands).
•
The ;need%ability�to,coordinate event scheduling.
• The need for pedestrian related improvements (sidewalks) north on
Mendota Heights Road to ensure safe and efficient pedestrian crossings of
the street.
3. The site plan is modified to include a drop off lane.
4. An attempt is made to integrate the arena building into the Academy campus
architecture and reinforce a "theme" if one exists. This can be achieved through the
repetition of a design detail found in other school buildings or the consistent use of
color.
5. All site lighting be hooded and directed such that the light source is not visible from
adjacent properties and rights-of-way.
6. The site plan is modified to include a designated loading space.
7. - The Colorado Blue Spruce trees proposed within the illustrated building expansion
area are re -located on the site.
8. Grading, drainage and utility issues should be subject to comment and
recommendation with the City Engineer.
9. Future parking areas associated with the future building expansion are conceptually
illustrated on the site plan.
10. The trash enclosure is constructed of materials consistent with those utilized on the
arena building.
11. A designed service stall is provided adjacent to the trash enclosure to ensure service
vehicle access.
12. Appropriate traffic signage/markings for creating a safe pedestrian crosswalk.
13. Signage to meet city requirements.
14. Parking spaces increased to 274 "standard" spaces and seven "handicapped" spaces,
for a total of 281 spaces.
15. All impervious surfaces to meet requirements.
16. Hours of lighting to conform to pattern of usage of the school, including minimal
amount of 24-hour lighting for security concerns.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Preliminary Plat, Wetlands Permit and
Preliminary Development Plan for a Planned Unit Development for a Hockey Arena for 1
Saint Thomas Academy as proposed in Planning Case #02-41 under the above conditions
would not have an adverse impact on the health, safety, and general welfare of the
citizens of the community and the surrounding land, and would not be adverse to the
general purpose and intent of the Zoning Ordinance.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights
This 5th day of November, 2002.
ATTEST:
By 4h
Kat een M. Swanson, City Clerk
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
By,,�-g .
Charles E. Mertensotto, Mayor