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2011-02-22 Planning Comm Agenda PacketCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA February 22, 2011 - 7:00 P.M. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Election of Officers 4. Approval of the Agenda 5. Approval of the January 25, 2010 Planning Commission Minutes 6. Hearings a. Case No. 11-03: Michael and Julie Gerend —2155 Delaware Avenue, Conditional Use Permit for an accessory building over 425 square feet. Public Hearing 7:00 P.M. b. Case No. 11-04: Edward Trost from Schad -Tracy Signs for Mendakota Country Club — 2075 Mendakota Drive, Zoning Ordinance Amendment and Conditional use Permit for a Monument Sign. Public Hearing 7:00 P.M. 7. Verbal Review 8. Adjourn Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities are available upon request at least 120 hours in advance. If a notice of less than 120 hours is received, the City of Mendota Heights will make every attempt to provide the aids, however, this may not be possible on short notice. Please contact City Administration at 651-452-1850 with requests. Planning Commission Minutes January 25, 2011 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JANUARY 25, 2011 The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Planning Commission was held on Tuesday, January 25, 2011, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve at 7:00 P.M. The following Commissioners were present: Acting Chair Norton, Commissioners Field, Hennes, McManus, and Viksnins. Those absent: None. Those present were Assistant to the City Administrator Jake Sedlacek, Public Works Director/City Engineer John Mazzitello, and NAC Planner Stephen Grittman. Minutes were recorded by Carla Wirth. Approval of December 28 2010, Minutes COMMISSIONER FIELD MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER MCMANUS, TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF DECEMBER 28, 2010, AS PRESENTED. AYES: NAYS: Recognition of Commissioner Bruce McManus Mr. Sedlacek recognized retiring Commissioner Bruce McManus for his service on the Planning Commission, advising he has served for three terms, nine years, missing few meetings, and likely visiting every property ever considered under a planning application. Mr. Sedlacek stated his appreciation for working with Commissioner McManus and presented him with a plaque. Mr. Sedlacek advised that Commissioner McManus will be formally recognized by the City Council on February 1, 2011. Commissioner McManus thanked the Commission and staff for this recognition and stated he hopes he hasn't caused much of a "ruckus" while serving on the Commission. He noted he had viewed the property under consideration tonight as well. Acting Chair Norton stated it has been a pleasure to serve with Commissioner McManus and he has appreciated his unique perspective. Acting Chair Norton noted that he is now the senior member on the Commission. Hearings PLANNING CASE #11-01 Victor Perlbachs for Mendota Heights Church of Christ 680 Highway 110 Conditional Use Permit for an addition to expand their daycare and early learning center Planner Stephen Grittman explained that Mendota Heights United Church of Christ is requesting approval of a conditional use permit (CUP) to allow the expansion of their existing building at 680 Highway 110. The property is zoned R -1A, Single Family Residential, and guided Low Density Residential. He displayed a site plan of the subject site and noted the proposed expansion would extend toward the southwest from the main portion of the building and cover an area of existing parking. The Church received a CUP for fencing related to the uses of a portion of the existing building as a daycare facility in 2003. The expanded facility affects the site plan significantly so a revised CUP is required. Mr. Grittman advised that remaining parking was reviewed and it was found that 67 spaces remain as required by Code. The daycare is not expected to conflict in times of use with the main facility so parking is appropriate as designed. Mr. Grittman noted there is no opportunity for overflow parking on the street, so the CUP acknowledges that if there is ever a parking problem on this property, the applicant should be prepared to add on-site Planning Commission Minutes January 25, 2011 parking spaces. He stated there are areas for parking expansion, if needed. Staff recommends approval of the CUP since it meets the ordinance and comprehensive plan requirements. Commissioner Field asked if the CUP could require additional parking with approval through an administrative review so a public hearing process and application are not required. Mr. Grittman advised that a condition could be added to a recommendation motion to put the applicant on notice. Commissioner Field asked if there is any need that would result in a requirement for additional parking, except for an expansion to the sanctuary seating Mr. Grittman advised that under the current situation staff does not think parking will be problem unless during something like a large funeral service. He noted that from a Code standpoint, the application meets the requirements and will continue to do so unless the congregation demographics change. Mr. Grittman stated that if the Commission wishes, a condition can be placed to require the applicant to submit a site plan that would accommodate a future parking lot expansion. Commissioner Viksnins asked if further review would be a specific condition of the CUP. Mr. Grittman explained that he had noted that in the staff report for purposes of notification to the applicants that if parking becomes a problem the City may reopen the issue, but it may be the case that the church opens the issue. Commissioner Viksnins asked if it would be a self -enforcing issue or if the city would become aware on a complaint basis. Mr. Grittmanstated it is assumed the church will self -monitor parking and if it becomes a problem, action will be taken by the City at that point. Commissioner Field stated the church is taking some parking spaces out of circulation and, as a result, may have to readdress parking and all are aware of that situation. Commissioner Hennes noted the site still has adequate parking as required by Code. He stated he is familiar with the site and the congregation is relatively small so he thinks the parking is adequate. Commissioner McManus noted the application has been signed by Connie McCallister, not the Mendota Heights Church of Christ. Mr. Sedlacek advised that staff confirmed Rev. McCallister is legally authorized to sign for the church. Vic Perlbachs, architect representing the applicant, advised that the congregation held a conversation about the parking and there are plans to add parking to the site, if required, but it would involve re -grading of the western side at a greater expense. He stated this church has 70 congregation members and is growing because of the daycare and learning center so they have plans in place to expand parking. Commissioner Viksnins asked how many parking spaces are being lost. Mr. Perlbachs stated they will remove 23 parking spaces in the southwest corner and described the location of remaining parking spaces. Commissioner Hennes asked how much the congregation is expected to increase. Mr. Perlbachs stated they presently have 70-80 children enrolled and with expansion can go to about 115 children. Acting Chair Norton opened the public hearing. Seeing no one coming forward wishing to speak, Acting Chair Norton asked for a motion to close the public hearing. COMMISSIONER VIKSNINS MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HENNES, TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. AYES 5 NAYS 0 0 Planning Connnission .WhMtes January 25, 2011 COMMISSIONER FIELD MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER VIKSNINS, TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AS REQUESTED. Commissioner Field noted he did not include a condition for parking but the record from tonight's meeting is clear that additional parking will be required in the future, if needed. Acting Chair Norton concurred and noted the applicant's representative is present this evening. AYES 5 NAYS 0 Acting Chair Norton advised the City Council would consider this application at its February 1, 2011, meeting. PLANNING CASE #11-02 City of Mendota Heights Zoning Ordinance Amendment Planner Stephen Grittman explained that the City of Mendota Heights is requesting approval of a series of ordinance amendments to add requirements to the city's stormwater management regulations in Chapter 11, Subdivisions Regulations, and Chapter 12, Zoning Ordinance. The Subdivision Ordinance amendments relate to minor changes to the design standards and required improvements. The Zoning Ordinance amendments update definitions to wetlands and several terms in the Critical Area Ordinance related to stormwater control. Mr. Grittman advised that the changes are housekeeping in nature, codifying what are common review practices for the city, reflecting state regulations, and will assist in better management of stormwater runoff in the community. Staff recommends approval of the amendments. Commissioner Field asked if sediment is removed from NURP and holding ponds as a maintenance activity. Public Works Director/City Engineer Mazzitello advised the city has a pond inspection program and inlet sediment removal process, as needed, with the public works department. In addition, the city is starting a process to assess water bodies to detennine quality and functionality of storm water and implement repairs, as applicable. Acting Chair Norton opened the public hearing. Seeing no one coming forward wishing to speak, Acting Chair Norton asked for a motion to close the public hearing. COMMISSIONER VIKSNINS MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER MCMANUS, TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. AYES 5 NAYS 0 COMMISSIONER MCMANUS MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HENNES, TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS AS REQUESTED. AYES 5 NAYS 0 Acting Chair Norton advised the City Council would consider this application at its November 1, 2011, meeting. Verbal Review Mr. Sedlacek gave the following verbal review: Planning C0177117ission Minattes Januaiy 25, 2011 PLANNING CASE #10-38 William Gacki Critical Area Permit • Approved by the City Council as recommended by the Planning Commission with updated site plan identifying steps. Commissioner Hennes asked how many applications were received for vacant Commission seats. Mr. Sedlacek reported that seven applications were received for three openings and the interviews are scheduled for February 16, 2011, with appointments expected in March. Commissioner Field asked for an update on the League training program. Mr. Sedlacek reported that Acting Chair Norton has completed the training process and taken the test. He stated he will sign up all Commissioners for this training program and explained how it can be completed on-line. COMMISSIONER MCMANUS MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER FIELD, TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 7:34 P.M. AYES 5 NAYS 0 Respectfully submitted, Carla Wirth, Recording Secretary 11 VORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTSr INC. 5775 Wayzata Boulevard, Suite 555, St. Louis Park, MN 55416 Telephone: 952.595.9636 Facsimile: 952.595.9837 planners@nacplanning.com TO: Mendota Heights Planning Commission FROM: Stephen Grittman DATE: February 16, 2011 MEETING DATE: February 22, 2011 SUBJECT: Conditional Use Permit —Accessory Building Over 425 S.F. CASE NO: Case No. 11-03; NAC Case 254.04 — 11.03 APPLICANT(S): Michael Gerend LOCATION: 2155 Delaware Avenue ZONING: R -1A, Single Family Residential GUIDE PLAN: Rural Residential Background and Description of Request: The applicants are seeking a Conditional Use Permit that would accommodate the establishment of an existing structure (currently being used as a second residence) as an accessory building. Because accessory buildings larger than 1,000 square feet require a CUP, the conversion results in this application. Analysis: The subject parcel is just over six acres in area, including an extension of the lot which leads toward an access point 62 feet wide on Delaware Avenue. This extension also provides access to another parcel to the north of the subject property. The lot in question is technically a legal non -conformity in that it does not have the minimum frontage on a public street. Moreover, because the property has two residential structures, it is being put to a non- conforming use, since only one single family residence is permitted in the R -1A zoning district. As a non -conformity, the uses may be maintained, remodeled, even replaced, but not in a way that includes expansion. The new owners of the property are seeking to expand the primary residential structure by adding a new master bedroom of approximately 500 square feet and additional garage space (an expansion area of about one and one-half stalls, according to the applicant's narrative). The only way to accommodate the expansion of one residential use is to eliminate the non -conforming use on the property. As such, the applicants propose to convert the secondary structure to an accessory building, leaving a single residential use on the property, in conformance with the Zoning Ordinance requirements. Conversion of that structure to an accessory building of more than 425 square feet requires the CUP, as previously noted. With regard to the non -conforming parcel (inadequate public street frontage), this aspect of the non -conformity is not affected by the proposal. Thus, the expansion of the home can be allowed on the lot, since the lot frontage is not being changed. Per Zoning Ordinance requirements, Conditional Use Permits are reviewed under the following criteria: • Preservation of health, safety, and welfare of occupants of surrounding lands; • Impacts of existing and anticipated traffic conditions including parking facilities on adjacent streets; and • The effect of the proposed use on the comprehensive plan. In this case, the use of the existing structure as an accessory building for a conforming single family residential home should not negatively impact the surrounding area, which consists of larger rural -residential properties and a portion of the Dodge Nature Center land to the northwest. In addition, the elimination of the non -conforming residence on the property should reduce overall traffic from the property, although residential uses are already relatively low traffic generators. Finally, bringing the property into a conforming single family use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan for the area, as well as consistent with the zoning designation. Because of the size of the property, and the fact that the building is currently in place, no additional visual impacts are expected. The applicant's narrative notes changes that they will be making to the building to comply with the conversion from a residential use. Accessory buildings are intended to house only those activities that are routinely expected to be a part of any single family occupancy. Examples might be home office, gardening, residential storage, or other common activities. Garage buildings are treated as a separate class of accessory buildings, and have separate regulations. The applicants indicate that the garage attached to the primary residence would be expanded to facilitate more convenient access to parked vehicles. It is noted that only one garage building is permitted under the City's zoning regulations, a and it is the understanding of staff that the accessory building will not be put to use as a garage. Action Requested: Following a public hearing, the Planning Commission may consider one of the following alternative actions: (1) Approval of the Conditional Use Permit to convert an existing residential building to accessory building, with a condition that the building will not be utilized as a separate garage, and that the applicant will make changes to the building to accomplish the conversion per zoning and building code requirements, as well as engineering approval for grading changes to the parcel. Draft findings of approval are attached to this report. (2) Denial of the Conditional Use Permit. Such a decision would need to be supported by findings of fact relating to the standard of review cited in this report. Findings could include a concern that the building is exceptionally large for an accessory use, that any change to the property should be supported by additional street construction, and that the building should be reduced in size to reduce its visual impact on neighboring property. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval, with the conditions noted in Alternative (1) above. As discussed, bringing the use of the property into conformance with the zoning district requirements for one single family home removes a significant improvement over the existing condition for purposes of overall traffic and site activity, without any apparent increase in visual impact. As noted by the applicant, the changes to the site also present the opportunity to improve aesthetics, on-site circulation, and drainage, all reasons to consider the project to be consistent with the City's plans and land use regulations. Supplementary Materials: 1. Application Materials dated 1-31-11 2. Site Location Map Findings of Fact Gerend Accessory Building Conditional Use Permit 2155 Delaware Avenue The following Findings of Fact are made in support of approval of the above Permit: 1. The conversion of the structure from residence to accessory building leaves the property more closely conforming to the zoning regulations of the R -1A zoning district by leaving one single family residence on the property. 2. The accessory building is an existing structure, and will not result in new visual impacts on adjoining parcels. 3. The conversion of the structure to accessory building will result in a reduction of traffic on the adjacent public streets. 4. The conversion of the structure to accessory building will not increase any other non -conforming conditions on the property. 5. Granting the Conditional Use Permit is in conformance with the land use plans for area as identified in the City's Comprehensive Plan. 4 Water/Wetlands / \/ City Roads Major Roads parcels ��®©o®1 Municipal Boundaries AAAO.A.a . City of Mendota Heights APPLICATION FOR CONSIDERATION OF PLANNING REQUEST Case No. Date of Application Fee Paid:.- Applicant Name: �°` `� I"t' �`�� �t J m b PH: L 5 1 3 3 a z z a C, (Last) (First) (M) E -Mail Address: Address: z`I y i� \' (Number & Street) Oevner Name: 'S\�, Lp N,�- (City). (State) (zip) ;�dyscut (First) Address: �' S 5 D�1 /'�sz� sL M �u �� k,t a (Number & Street) (City) (M) (Stat6) Street Location of Property in Question: Legal Description & PIN of Property: (`Complete Legal from Title or Deed must be provided) Type.of Request Rezoning Conditional Use Permit Conditional User. Permit for P.U.D. Preliminary/Final Plat Approval - Comprehensive Plan Amendment Variance Subdivision Approval Wetlands Permit Critical Area Permit Other (attach explanation) Applicable City Ordinance Number Section Present Zoning of Property Present Use Proposed Zoning of Property Proposed Use I hereby declare that all statements made in this request and on the additional material are true I further authorize City Officials and agents to inspect the above p rty during dayli ht hours. (Signatre of A,\ plic ,nt) ( J Date Received natyfe of/Owner) 1101.Victoria Curare • Mendota Heights, NN 55118 • (651) 452-1850 • FAX (651) 452-8940 www.mendota-heights.com January 21, 2011 Dear Council Members, This letter pertains to our intentions for the property located at 2155 Delaware in the city of Mendota Heights. My wife Julie and I have made significant progress toward developing a plan for the property and existing structures. As part of this process, we met frequently with city staff members John Mazzitello, Jake Sedlacek and the consultant city planner. Based upon these consultations, they recommended a specific course of action that we are closely following. We are requesting a conditional use permit for the second structure, as an existing, nonconforming accessory structure. The detailed changes for the entire project being contemplated are as follows: The current primary residence will remain as such with minor additions and structural changes. The footprint of the building will expand by the addition of a first floor master bedroom estimated to be about 500 square feet. An extension of the garage will add space equivalent to a car and a half. The second building that currently serves as a residence for a relative of the current property owner will be vacated and rendered uninhabitable for daily residence. We understand the changes that are necessary to accomplish this and intend to do so as part of the overall project. The outward appearance of the building will not change. Last, we plan to do some grading to the area immediately in front of the home to accommodate a circle drive that will come to the front of the home in addition to the existing drive that goes to the garage. We expect that this change will improve both the cosmetic appeal of the property and enhance site drainage. Thank you for your consideration and we look forward to becoming residents of Mendota Heights. Sincerely, Mike and Julie Gerend -6- U) LO 4- 0 W R" C) LLJ LLJ LL z LLI C) o U) LO LO T- cq co ----^-----0N----------------' Chi lin 00 oi -1 M-1— ocz -T—] —o CDO LQ X AAA CN cloo LO W Gktn Y. t Of LaN 19 l'f CCm 580A Ft Vl �,O�,.-4t & 40 n' E 1 � Of SE Co,See 25 N 248.2 Ft 14 57Dr270sr14M57?7JFtS �,� -O r8 9 Fti�..!53 3 �1w�"v7362.1R��I3D M k A }i CR-. 3��✓.. �. 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Such persons as desire to be heard with reference to this Conditional Use Permit will be heard at this meeting. Sandie Thone City Clerk Auxiliary aids for disabled persons are available upon request at least 120 hours in advance. If a notice of less than 120 hours is received, the City of Mendota Heights will make every attempt to provide the aids, however, this may not be possible on short notice. 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This is not a legal document and should not be substituted for a title search, Map Scale appraisal, survey, or for zoning verification. 1 inch = 385 feet )uld Julie L 80 Glen Toro Rd !ndota Heights Mn 55120 V MIA,-, amaqapq S ej q --ailda'm k,09 a Cg,,AU]AV 44MCIP6 Fq zesinn 'top RvI,3d q sall.w-1 sat_je n W j Penfield Arthur R Ili 2220 High Pointe Ct Saint Paul Mn 55120-1914 Blaho Andrew Jr & Dolores 2226 High Pointe Rd Mager Donald V & Shirley M 2111 Saint Paul Mn 55120-1911 Delaware Ave Saint Paul Mn 55118-4803 Thorbeck Sharon A 2121 Delaware Ave Mager Donald V & Shirle y2111 Thomas Irvine Dodge Fdn Saint Paul Mn 55118-4803 Delaware Ave Saint Paul Mn 55118-4803 365 Marie Ave W West Saint Paul Mn 55118-3848 Nelson Robert H & Sioban M 2150 Glen Toro Rd Walsh Michael F Debertin Jay D & Rebecca A Saint Paul Mn 55120 -1927 2165 Glen Toro Rd Mendota Heights Mn 55118 2160 Glen Toro Rd Mendota Heights Mn 55120-1 07 Walsh Michael 2165 Glen Toro Rd Thor Properties Thor Properties Mendota Heights Mn 55120 2121 Delaware Ave Mendota Heights Mn 55118-4803 2121 Delaware Ave Mendota Heights Mn 55118-4803 Swanson David vid E & Katherine 545 Huber Dr Thor Properties Mendota Heights Mn 55120 2121 Delaware Ave Thomas Irvine Dodge Fdn 365 Marie Ave W Mendota Heights Mn 55118-4803 West Saint Paul Mn 55118-3848 Shepard Mary 2155 Delaware Ave Saint Paul Mn 55118-4800 Shepard Mary 2155 Delaware Ave Niehaus Mary E Saint Paul Mn 55118-4800 2155 Delaware Ave Saint Paul Mn 55118-4800 liehaus Mary E 155 Delaware Ave Rice Sam P & Elizabeth M 532 Huber Dr Gilbertson Chas & Barbara aint Paul Mn 55118-4800 Mendota Heights Mn 55120-1901 542 Huber Dr Saint Paul Mn 55120-1901 Orton Martha H 148 Delaware Ave Oshea Meggan 2122 Delaware Ave Tocho John Ili & Cynthia pint Paul Mn 55118-4710 Sunfish Lake Mn 55118-4710 2130 Delaware Ave Saint Paul Mn 55118-4710 )uld Julie L 80 Glen Toro Rd !ndota Heights Mn 55120 NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS, INC. 5775 Wayzata Boulevard, Suite 555, St. Louis Park, MN 55416 Telephone: 952.595.9636 Facsimile: 952.595.9837 planners a nacplanning.com MEMORANDUM TO: Mendota Heights Planning Commission FROM: Stephen Grittman DATE: February 16, 2011 MEETING DATE: February 22, 2011 SUBJECT: Sign Ordinance Amendment/CUP CASE NO: Case No. 11-04; NAC Case 254.04 — 11.04 APPLICANT(S): Mendakota Country Club; Edward Trost (Schad Tracy Signs) LOCATION: 2075 Mendakota Drive ZONING: R-1, Single Family Residential GUIDE PLAN: GC — Golf Course Background and Description of Request: The applicants are the owners and operators of a country club and golf course at the northeast corner of their property adjacent to the intersection of Trunk Highway 110 and Dodd Road, together with their sign contractor. The golf course is subject to a Conditional Use Permit that has been amended from time to time as the club has made modifications to its land and buildings, including the golf course, wetland and grading modifications, clubhouse building, and maintenance facilities. With this application for an amendment to the CUP, the applicants are seeking permission to construct an additional freestanding sign visible from the Dodd/110 intersection, and to be able to retain the current freestanding sign identifying the entry to the club along Mendakota Drive. The current zoning regulations permit one "nameplate" sign for non-residential uses in residential districts, with a maximum sign area of 12 square feet per sign face, and a maximum height of 10 feet. The current sign on Mendakota Drive is 22.5 square feet in area. The proposed sign would be 28 feet wide and 8 feet high, with an additional projection up to 10 feet in height over the center of the sign. The sign area would be 225 square feet in size. Analysis; The applicants suggest that the proposed sign is situated and sized for the purpose of marketing the club, whereas the existing sign serves the purpose of property and entrance marker. The proposed sign is not in conformance with current sign regulations in two ways — (1) uses in residentially zoned areas are permitted only one such sign, and (2) this sign is to be no more than 12 square feet in area. To accommodate any additional signage, the applicants would need to seek either a variance to the sign regulations, or an amendment. Because the sign constitutes a change to the approved site plan for the golf course, a Conditional Use Permit is also required. The City has published notice for the amendment and the CUP. Although technically an option, a variance (particularly of this magnitude) is unlikely to meet the required test for hardship and approval. Sign Ordinance Amendment. In considering an amendment, the City must determine that the proposed change would be in the best interests of implementing the City's Comprehensive Plan. The City Council has, over the years, noted that a simple statement of the City's objectives is to maintain a community that can be described as "spacious and gracious". Most of the recent developments in the community have reflected that vision, and the City elected not to amend its sign regulations in any substantive way during the recent consideration of updates to the Zoning Ordinance (of which the sign regulations are a part). For comparison, the table below identifies the current regulations applying to freestanding signage, by general zoning classification: **B-1 and B -1A Maximum area for ANY sign, wall or otherwise. As discussed above, the applicants seek an amendment that would increase allowable sign area to as much as 225 square feet to accommodate their proposal. As seen in this table, the largest sign otherwise allowed is 100 square feet. The only exceptions to this allowance have been within a Mixed -Use PUD District for Mendota Plaza, where an existing sign was permitted to be reconstructed at larger than this threshold. Mendota Plaza also received permission for a second freestanding sign, again based on their unique zoning district, as well as the fact that the project consisted of multiple tenant occupancies under the PUD processing. 2 Non - Projects with Residential Buildings in Fewer than 6 or more Uses in B-1 and Buildings in B-2, 6 Residential Residential Residential B -1A Districts B-3, B-4 and I Units Units Districts Districts Square Feet per sign face 2 Square Ft. 6 Square Ft. 12 Square Ft. 50 Sq. Ft.** 100 Square Ft. Height (if applicable) 10 Feet 10 Feet 10 Feet NA 25 Feet **B-1 and B -1A Maximum area for ANY sign, wall or otherwise. As discussed above, the applicants seek an amendment that would increase allowable sign area to as much as 225 square feet to accommodate their proposal. As seen in this table, the largest sign otherwise allowed is 100 square feet. The only exceptions to this allowance have been within a Mixed -Use PUD District for Mendota Plaza, where an existing sign was permitted to be reconstructed at larger than this threshold. Mendota Plaza also received permission for a second freestanding sign, again based on their unique zoning district, as well as the fact that the project consisted of multiple tenant occupancies under the PUD processing. 2 An amendment of this magnitude would be significantly out of scale with other allowable signage in the community. For comparison, the existing and proposed signs are shown below, with a person added for scale: To summarize, any additional freestanding signage for Mendakota requires an amendment, since under the sign regulations, only one freestanding sign is permitted for any single use. If the City believes that an allowance for a second freestanding sign should be considered, based on multiple road frontage, or size of property, the next consideration would be how large such a sign could be. The current range for signs on residential properties is from 2 to 12 square feet, and for commercial properties between 50 and 100 square feet. Again, as emphasized previously, the standard for considering zoning ordinance amendments is whether the amendment furthers the City's objectives of its Comprehensive Plan. Finally, if the City considers adding an allowance for a second freestanding sign to non- residential uses, conditions could be built into the code that would limit the effect of this allowance. Conditions that could be included would be only for properties over a certain size, properties that have more than one public road frontage, and the adoption of design standards for such signs, including size, materials, lighting, and other related improvements such as landscaping. Conditional Use Permit. With any alteration to the site improvements, particularly those visible to the public or requiring other City permitting, a Conditional Use Permit is necessary. The applicants have proposed a sign near the intersection of Dodd Road and Trunk Highway 110. If an amendment is approved that would accommodate the applicant's request, or some modified version, the applicant should specify the location and any other improvements to be made as a part of the project. As now described, the project would consist only of the sign itself. The City may wish to impose some additional treatment of the area in which the sign is to be located, including a base similar to that of the existing sign, possible landscaping improvements and grading changes to accommodate the sign location, and any other impacts of the project. The proposed sign construction relies on a halo lighting effect, essentially backlighting the opaque sign letters which would stand out against the background. The current sign is lit with ground -mounted floodlights. Any comments on construction or design should also be addressed. Action Requested: Following a public hearing, the Planning Commission may consider either: (1) Approval of the amendments to the sign regulations to provide for a second freestanding sign for non-residential uses in residential districts, including specifications related to maximum sign face area and overall height. (2) Denial of the amendments to the sign regulations to provide for a second freestanding sign for non-residential uses in residential districts If an amendment is ultimately approved by the City Council, the applicant has requested a Conditional Use Permit to construct a freestanding sign at the intersection of Dodd Road and Trunk Highway 110. The Planning Commission may consider: (1) Approval of the Conditional Use Permit for a second freestanding sign with a sign area of 225 square feet and height of 10 feet. (2) Approval of the Conditional Use Permit for a second freestanding sign, but with different sign area and height. (3) Tabling action on the Conditional Use Permit, subject to Council consideration of the proposed Amendment, and submission by the applicant of revised plans showing location and additional site grading and landscaping. Staff Recommendation: Consideration of this amendment is a policy consideration. As discussed in this report, the standard for such amendments is whether the proposed amendment is consistent with, and furthers the goals of, the City's Comprehensive Plan. The sign as proposed is significantly larger than other signs permitted by the zoning regulations, even of those for commercial or industrial property. If such a sign is to be considered at all, it would seem that a sign of much more modest size would be more in keeping with other signage in the community. Moreover, if an amendment were to be considered in the zoning district, it would potentially apply to any parcel. Thus, conditions may be included in the amendment that require specific thresholds for lot size, frontage, sign design standards, lighting alternatives, and other improvements such as landscaping or other related elements. A draft of such an amendment is included with this report to serve as a common baseline for discussion purposes only. 4 With regard to the Conditional Use Permit, planning staff would recommend tabling action to allow the amendment to work its way through the process. If the Council ultimately denies the amendment, the CUP application would be subject to denial since no code provision would be in place to accommodate it. If the Council approves an amendment with specific requirements, the applicant will likely need to redesign the project to meet those standards and resubmit the design for Planning Commission consideration. If Planning Commission wishes to pass the CUP through at this time, it would be appropriate to specify the conditions under which the CUP should be considered by the City Council. Conditions may include preferred size, lighting, sign and sign base materials, and any improvements such as a requirement for a landscaping plan to accompany the sign's construction. Supplementary Materials: 1. Application Materials dated 1-31-11 2. Site Location Map 3. Draft Ordinance for discussion Draft Sign Amendment Ordinance 12-1 J-5. 3. One nameplate sign for each permitted use or use by conditional use permit other than residential, and such sign shall not exceed twelve (12) square feet in area per surface. a. By Conditional Use Permit, a use in a residential zoning district which is allowed either as a permitted or conditional use may qualify for a second nameplate sign, provided that each of the following requirements are met: i. The parcel on which such a sign is proposed may be no less than forty (40) acres in size. ii. The parcel on which such a sign is to be located must have frontage on at least two (2) public roadways. iii. No more than one (1) sign may be allowed to be oriented toward any one public roadway. iv. The sign shall not exceed square feet in area per surface. v. The sign shall not exceed feet in height from the average natural grade at the base of the sign. vi. The sign may be may be illuminated by floodlights, provided the direct source of light is not visible from the public right of way or adjacent residential district. vii. The sign may not be constructed as an internally lit cabinet. viii. The sign shall be constructed in a monument -style fashion, including a base of natural stone or brick. ix. 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(State) (zip) Ovvner Name:— (Last)// (First) Address: C��J/�'1er��1,gAUZ%�V���/ (Number & Street) (City) (State) (Zip) Street Location of Property in Question: �1-�� ✓� �� rC�'` Legal Description & PIN of Property: (Complete Legal from Title or Deed must be provided) Type.of Request: Rezoning Conditional Use Permit Conditional User Permit for P.U.D. Preliminary/Final Plat Approval Comprehensive. Plan Amendment Applicable City Ordinance Number Present Zoning of Property Present Use Proposed Zoning of Property Proposed Use Variance Subdivision Approval Wetlands Permit Critical Area Permit Other (attach explanation) Section I hereby declare that all statements made in this request and on the additional material are true. I further authorize City Officials and agents to inspect the above property during daylight hours. (Signature of Applic t) Date Received (Signature of Owner) 1101 VIctoria Curve • Mendota Heights, MN 55118 • (651) 452-1850 • FAX (651) 452-8940 www.mendota-heights.com sthadArac-� signs The Sign of Quality — City of Mendota Heights Date 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights MN. 55118 Good Morning, Enclosed please find my application for Consideration of Planning Request and an application for a Conditional Use Permit along with a check for $ 350.00. There is also a photo of the existing Mendakota Country Club Sign on Mendakota. Drive., This sandblasted sign blank is 27" high and 10' in length or 22.5 square feet. The stone posts are 24" X 24" and the sign is illuminated with ground mounted spot lights.This sign serves as a welcome sign to let you know that you are now on the property of The Mendakota Country Club. It does not serve as a marketing tool of any kind reaching out to the general public. On behalf of the Mendakota Country Club I would like to ask the City of Mendota Heights to consider code language allowing for one monument sign for each frontage on right of way, with a total sign area of 225 square feet as a conditional use. In today's economy it is important that golf courses and country chubs in Mendota . Heights have the ability to market their services. And a sign on your own property at; Dodd Road and Highway 110 that teaches 1'000's of cars every day is definitely a great marketing tool. I have also enclosed artwork for the sign we are proposing. This sign is 8' High and 28' long including the 6" poles. The sign is made of painted aluminum with halo lit channel letters and logo. Halo lit means that the letters and logo are solid aluminum, spaced away from the background so the light shines against the background giving the halo effect. This lighting has a very rich look yet it is a very soft light that is friendly even in a residential zoning district. I would like to thank the council for their time and for considering this signage for a conditional use permit in Mendota Heights. Sincerely, Ed Trost Schad Tracy Signs. JRN-25-2011 22!11 MENDRKOTR CC 6514549299 P.03/05 T at part of Josaph's Rearrangement and that Part of the SE 1/4 of the SW 1 14 of Section 26, Township 28, Range 23 tying Easterly of Minnesota Department of Transportation Right -of -Way Plat No. 18-38, known also as I- 3�E; and T e N 112 of the SE 1/4 of Section 26, Township 28, Range 23 and all that p rt of the S 1/2 of the SE 1/4 of Section 26, Township 28, Range 23 lying ortherly of the Plat of Mendakota Estates excepting therefrom that part C scribed as follows; commencing at the Northeast corner of the S 1/2 of the E 1/4 of said section; thence Westerly 330 feet along the North line of said 1/2 of the SE 1/4 of said section; thence Southerly 323 feet to the Northerly boundary of the plat of Mendakota Estates; thence Easterly 330 feet to the cnterline of Dodd Road; thence Northerly to the point of beginning and there t rminating; and 11hat part of the NW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 26, Township 28, Range 23 ! ing Westerly of Dodd Road. More particularly, this property is located at 2075 Mendakota Drive. i JAN -25-2011 22!11 MENDRKOTA CC 6514549299 P.04✓05 I State of Minnesota,) f :ss. county of Dakota.) Dakota County Abstract Company does hereby certify that the foregoing exhibit consisting of entries numbered 1 to 96, both inclusive, constitutes a true and complete report of the apparent ownership of all parcels of land situate within a radius of 500 feet of: 97 That part of the WI# of the NW1/4 of the SW1/4 of Section 25, Township 28, Range 23, which is south of the center line of State Trunk Highway No. 100 as now laid out, and west and northwest of the center line of State Trunk Highway No. 49 as presently laid out; Commencing at a point of the NW corner of the Sk of SEI/4 of Section 26, Township 28, Range 23, thence running south 214 feet thence running east 660 feet, thence running north 214 feet thence running west 660 feet to the place of beginning, all in Section 26, Township 28, Range 23; The N;f of the SEI/4 of Section 26, Township 28, Range 23, excepting therefrom the land described as follows: Commencing at a point on the S1; corner of the N' of the SEI/4 of Section 26, Township 28, Range 23, thence west 577.5 feet, thence north 6 feet, thence running east 577.5 feet, thence south 6 feet to the place of beginning; Commencing -at -the SE corner of the SW1/4 of Section 26, Township 28, Range --2.3., and running thence north 1301.2 feet, thence west 1303.5 feet, thence south 1301.2 feet, thence east -9-303.5 feet to the place of beginning, . Tots 4, 5 and -6.,.. -Josephs Re -arrangement to Stiepan's Garden bots; One acre along the west side of the E' of the SWI/4 of said Section 26, Township 28, Range 23; That part'of the SE1/4 of Section 26, Township 28, Range 23, described as follows: Commencing at the NE corner of the Sh of said SE1/4; thence on an assumed bearing of south 0°49'50" east along the east line of said SE1/4 a distance of 317.00 feet; thence south 89033126" west, parallel with the north line of said SJ$ of SE1/4, a distance of 330.00 feat to the point of beginning of the land to be described; thence north 0049150" west, Paral'le�th said east line, a distance of 323.00 feet, thence south 89°33126" west, parallel with said north line, a distance of 247.50 feet, thence south 0°49'50" east, parallel, with said east line, a distance of 6.00 feet to said north line, thence ,south 89°33'26" west along said north line a distance of 1391.55 feet to a point 660.00 feet . easterly from the NW corner of said S� of SE1/4; thence south 0°45103" east, Para -lel with- the west line of said SEI/4 a distance of 214.50 feet, thence south 82°49102" east a distance of 1209.54 feet, thence north 82°04'01" east a distance of 444.99 feet to the point of beginning; excepting from -theabove described premises that part thereof taken for Highway Purposes. all as shown by the records of the County Recorder and County Treasurer of said --County. (SEE NEXT PAGE) JRN-25-2011 22:12 h1ENDAKOTR CC sa 6514549299 P.05i05 Dated at Hastings, Minnesota this 22nd day of May A.D. 9 at a o'clock A.M. Dakota County Abstract Company, By An Authorized Signature. -MEMBER AMERICAN LAND TITLE ASSOCIATION and MINNESOTA LAND TITLE ASSOCIATION Dakota County Abstract Company accepts no responsibility as to the accuracy of the addresses in this report as said addresses are taken from the records of the office of the County Treasurer and the County Recorder of said Dakota County and are not necessarily the most current addresses of said property owners. TOTAL P.05 I a c CT UFA/ ra V. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS NOTICE OF HEARING February 2, 2011 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: NOTICE is hereby given that the Planning Commission of Mendota Heights will meet at 7:00 P.M., or as soon as possible thereafter, on Tuesday, February 22, 2011 in the City Hall Council Chambers, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, Minnesota, to consider an application from Ed Trost of Schad Tracy Signs on behalf of Mendakota Country Club to request an Amendment to the Zoning Code and a Conditional Use Permit for a monument sign at the following described property: That part of Joseph's Rearrangement and that Part of the SE Quarter of the SW Quarter of Section 26, Township 28, Range 23 lying Easterly of Minnesota Department of Transportation Right -of -Way Plat No. 19-38, known also as 1-35E, and The N Half of the SE Quarter of Section 26, Township 28, Range 23 and all that part of the S Half of the SE Quarter of Section 26, Township 28, Range 23 lying Northerly of the Plat of Mendakota Estates excepting therefrom that part described as follows: commencing at the Northeast corner of the S half of the SE Quarter of said section; thence Westerly 330 feet along the North line of said S Half of the SE Quarter of said section; thence Southerly 323 feet to the Northerly boundary of the plat of Mendakota Estates; thence Easterly 330 feet to the centerline of Dodd Road; thence Northerly to the point of beginning and there terminating; and That part of the NW Quarter of the SW Quarter of Section 25, Township 28, Range 23 lying Westerly of Dodd Road. More particularly this property is located at 2075 Mendakota Drive This notice is pursuant to Title 12 (Zoning), Chapter 1 of the Mendota Heights City Code. Such persons as desire to be heard with reference to this Conditional Use Permit will be heard at this meeting. Sandie Thone City Clerk Auxiliary aids for disabled persons are available upon request at least 120 hours in advance. If a notice of less than 120 hours is received, the City of Mendota Heights will make every attempt to provide the aids, however, this may not be possible on short notice. Please contact City Administrator at 452-1850. 2075 I\Aendakota Court Dakota County, MN Disclaimer' Map and parcel data are believed to be accurate, but accuracy is not Map Scale guaranteed. This is not a legal document and should not be substituted for a title search, t inch50 feet appraisal, survey, or for zoning verification. I t "' L�4 01 C J u „ - i'Nt 8 o I > ,..iU I H P l,lr,. 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