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Full Packet 04302024CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, April 30, 2024 - 7:00 PM Mendota Heights City Hall – Council Chambers 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights MN 55118 1.Call to Order / Roll Call 2. Approval of Minutes a.Approve the March 26, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes 3.Public Hearings a.CASE No. 2024-01 Preliminary and Final Plat Application of Spencer McMillan for a Preliminary and Final Plat of a 3-lot residential subdivision to be known as McMillan Estates located at 1707 Delaware Avenue and including the unaddressed vacant parcels west of the addressed site – (Tabled from March 26, 2024 Planning Commission Meeting) b.CASE No. 2024-06 Wetlands Permit Application of Koncept in Design/Carlos Perez for a Wetlands Permit to authorize construction of a new in-ground swimming pool, deck, with associated patio, fencing, and landscaping materials located at 670 Hidden Creek Trail c.CASE No. 2024-07 MRCCA Permit Application of Stephanie and Erik Johnson for a Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area (MRCCA) Permit to authorize construction of a new in-ground swimming pool, with associated patio, fencing, landscaping materials, and retaining wall features located at 1902 Glenhill Road 4.New/Unfinished Business 5. Updates/Staff Comments 6. Adjourn Meeting 1 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA DRAFT PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 26, 2024 The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Planning Commission was held on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve at 7:00 P.M. The following Commissioners were present: Chair Litton Field, Commissioners Cindy Johnson, Brian Petschel, and Andrew Katz. Those absent: Commissioners Patrick Corbett, Brian Udell, and Jason Stone. Approval of Agenda The agenda was approved as submitted. Approval of February 28, 2024 Minutes COMMISSIONER KATZ MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER JOHNSON TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 28, 2024. AYES: 4 NAYS: 0 Hearings A) PLANNING CASE 2024-01 SPENCER MCMILLAN, 1707 DELAWARE AVENUE – PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT Community Development Manager Sarah Madden stated that after the agenda was published, the applicant reached out to staff and requested to table the item to the next regular meeting to provide more time for them to work with staff on this request. She stated that she would still give the overview presentation and would ask the Commission to open the public hearing as it was noticed for tonight. Community Development Manager Sarah Madden explained that Spencer McMillan is seeking a new Preliminary and Final Plat approval of the properties located at 1707 Delaware Avenue and two vacant parcels generally located at the north end of Ridgewood Drive. The proposed plat is titled McMillan Estates, and the subdivision would divide and redistribute would divide and redistribute the existing land within the three parcels into three new lots of record. Hearing notices were published and mailed to all properties within 350-ft. of the site. Written comments have been received and are included in the packet. As of the submittal of the staff 2a.2 report, there were five instances of public comment, and three more comments were received prior to the meeting. Community Development Manager Sarah Madden provided a planning staff report and a presentation on this planning item to the Commission (which is available for viewing through the City’s website). Staff recommended denial of the application based on the findings-of-fact for denial as noted in the staff report. She stated that as noted earlier, the applicant has requested that the request be tabled to allow more time to work with staff and staff supports that request. Commissioner Petschel asked if staff believes that a private drive would be treated differently that a road. He noted that a road that dead ends would not be allowed and asked if that would be acceptable for a private drive. Community Development Manager Sarah Madden stated that in this application she is applying the regulation to a private street. She explained that the applicant would propose a private driveway to the new home site, but not a private street. Chair Field opened the public hearing. Spencer McMillan, applicant, thanked staff noting that Community Development Manager Sarah Madden and Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek have been great to work with. He commented that the presentation was very thorough. He stated that based on the findings of staff he has requested to table the item in order to continue to work with staff to address the issues that were identified and present a solution that would work for all parties. Commissioner Katz asked if the applicant believes that one month would be enough time to update the plans. Mr. McMillan believed that he would be able to do so. John Weikert, 1737 Delaware Avenue, provided some historical context to his property and the subject property. He believed that most of the neighbors are opposed to lot three and a home in that location. He stated that if a home were not placed on lot three, or if that lot were eliminated from the future review, he believed that most of the neighbors would no longer object to the request. Sean Fahnhorst noted several environmental and transportation concerns that he has with the proposed request including the length of the cul-de-sac as proposed and variance that would be required, as well as concerns with the wetlands and drainage issues. He commented that the neighbors were notified of this just eight days ago and would have appreciated additional time. Chair Field noted that the case was properly noticed. 3 Paul Pontinen, 1760 Ridgewood Drive, stated that he and his wife have lived on their property since the 1970s. He referenced the proposed driveway, which was discussed earlier, and noted that his home is about 40 feet from that proposed drive. He commented that there are many mature trees that run along the property line, and they have concern that the proposed driveway would remove a number of the mature trees and could damage the root systems of the trees on his property as well. He asked that the drive be moved further from his property. Jonathan Deering, 1759 Ridgewood Drive, stated that he has concerns with the building of the driveway or potential road as well as concerns with water management, wildlife management, and ecological impact. He stated that north of the cul-de-sac is a stream as well as a wetland that crosses the property. He commented that his property is the lowest lying property in the area and had concerns with potential flooding of his property. He noted that the previous wetland delineation was completed in one of the worst drought conditions and asked if that could be redone under wetter conditions. He commented that the natural beauty and wetlands add value to the area and understands why the home would be desired for lot two. He noted all the wildlife that make this area their home and development will potentially displace those animals. He asked that the Commission consider that when hearing any potential variance requests that may come. Commissioner Katz referenced the comments that have been made related to the drainage and asked if Mr. Deering also has wet conditions on his property. Mr. Deering confirmed that he does have a wet area on his property as well, although it has been dry this past year. Seeing no one further coming forward wishing to speak, Chair Field asked for a motion to close the public hearing. COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER KATZ TO TABLE THIS ITEM AND CONTINUE THE PUBLIC HEARING TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING ON APRIL 30TH, DIRECTING STAFF AND THE APPLICANT TO CONTINUE DISCUSSING THE PROPOSAL. Further discussion: Chair Field noted that he is a neighbor to the west, as his property abuts the western boundary of the subject property but does not believe that he has a conflict of interest. AYES: 4 NAYS: 0 New/Unfinished Business A) ADOPT A LIVING STREETS POLICY Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek provided a planning staff report and a presentation on this planning item to the Commission (which is available for viewing through the City’s website). The Commission is asked to discuss the proposed Living Streets Policy and offer any feedback. 4 Commissioner Katz who would submit the formal request to the City Council. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek replied that he would be asking the Commission to make a recommendation to the City Council on the policy. Commissioner Johnson noted the reference to multimodal transportation on streets and asked for examples. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek listed some examples such as walking, biking and driving. He stated that rideshare options would also be desired as that would reduce the amount of traffic on the roads. COMMISSIONER KATZ MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL TO RECOMMEND CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF THE LIVING STREETS POLICY. AYES: 4 NAYS: 0 Other Community Development Manager Sarah Madden noted that as stated earlier the next meeting of the Planning Commission will take place on April 30th. She also provided an update on recent City Council actions related to planning cases and topics. Chair Field thanked the Public Works team for their excellent job clearing the recent snow events. Adjournment COMMISSIONER JOHNSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER KATZ TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 7:55 P.M. AYES: 4 NAYS: 0 5 PLANNING STAFF REPORT DATE: April 30, 2024 TO: Planning Commission FROM: Sarah Madden, Community Development Manager SUBJECT: Planning Case 2024-01 PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT of MCMILLAN ESTATES APPLICANT: Spencer McMillan PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1707 Delaware Avenue ZONING/GUIDED: R-1A One Family Residential / RR-Rural Residential ACTION DEADLINE: July 22, 2024 (Written Extension Waiver received; beyond 120-days) INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND At the regular Planning Commission meeting on March 26, 2024, a duly noticed public hearing was opened and held to consider a request for a Preliminary and Final Plat to be known as MCMILLAN ESTATES, containing three residential parcels and dedication of public right-of-way. The subdivision request is for the existing property at 1707 Delaware Avenue and two vacant parcels generally located at the north end of the Ridgewood Drive cul-de- sac. The three parcels are all currently owned in common by the Applicant, Spencer McMillan. Prior to the March 26, 2024 meeting, but following the publication of the staff report, the applicant requested that the item be Tabled to the Commission’s next regular meeting to allow additional time to respond to staff’s comments and recommendation. Staff provided a planning staff report and presentation on the item and noted that the staff recommendation was for denial of the application, but that staff was supportive of the applicant’s request to be tabled to allow for that additional time to coordinate with staff. During the public hearing, the applicant stated that based on the Findings of Fact included in the staff report, he would like to continue to work with staff to address the issues that were identified and present an alternative solution to the City. The public hearing was opened, public testimony was received, and the Planning Commission voted 4- 0 to “Table” the request with the public hearing open to the next regular Planning Commission meeting. The applicant is continuing to work with staff and their surveyor on revising aspects of the Preliminary and Final Plat application, but the final version of the revised application is not yet complete. The applicant has requested a further continuance, or “tabling” of the application to allow additional revision and review time. Because the revised application is not yet submitted, there will be no formal staff report and presentation at the April 30th Planning Commission meeting. Staff is requesting that the Planning Commission “Table” the request 3a.06 with the public hearing remaining open. Once the application has been revised, submitted, and reviewed, the applicant will work with staff to identify the next available meeting date for the tabled public hearing to occur. Staff will then re-notice the public hearing in accordance with the public hearing guidelines. The written staff report from the March 26, 2024 Planning Commission meeting is included as an attachment to this report, excluding the associated attachments. The Aerial Site Map and initial Preliminary Plat from the original staff report have also been attached for site and application context. To review the full staff report with all attachments, plans, and written public testimony, you can visit the City’s website and Agenda Center at this link: https://mendotaheightsmn.gov/agendacenter. An excerpt from the meeting minutes is detailed below: DRAFT/UNAPPROVED MEETING MINUTES FROM 3/26/24 PLANNING CASE 2024-01 SPENCER MCMILLAN, 1707 DELAWARE AVENUE – PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT Community Development Manager Sarah Madden stated that after the agenda was published, the applicant reached out to staff and requested to table the item to the next regular meeting to provide more time for them to work with staff on this request. She stated that she would still give the overview presentation and would ask the Commission to open the public hearing as it was noticed for tonight. Community Development Manager Sarah Madden explained that Spencer McMillan is seeking a new Preliminary and Final Plat approval of the properties located at 1707 Delaware Avenue and two vacant parcels generally located at the north end of Ridgewood Drive. The proposed plat is titled McMillan Estates, and the subdivision would divide and redistribute would divide and redistribute the existing land within the three parcels into three new lots of record. Hearing notices were published and mailed to all properties within 350-ft. of the site. Written comments have been received and are included in the packet. As of the submittal of the staff report, there were five instances of public comment, and three more comments were received prior to the meeting. Community Development Manager Sarah Madden provided a planning staff report and a presentation on this planning item to the Commission (which is available for viewing through the City’s website). Staff recommended denial of the application based on the findings-of-fact for denial as noted in the staff report. She stated that as noted earlier, the applicant has requested that the request be tabled to allow more time to work with staff and staff supports that request. Commissioner Petschel asked if staff believes that a private drive would be treated differently that a road. He noted that a road that dead ends would not be allowed and asked if that would be acceptable for a private drive. Community Development Manager Sarah Madden stated that in this application she is applying the regulation to a private street. She explained that the applicant would propose a private driveway to the new home site, but not a private street. Chair Field opened the public hearing. Spencer McMillan, applicant, thanked staff noting that Community Development Manager Sarah Madden and Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek have been great to work with. He commented that the presentation was very thorough. He stated that based on the findings of staff he has requested to table the item in order to continue to work with staff to address the issues that were identified and present a solution that would work for all parties. Commissioner Katz asked if the applicant believes that one month would be enough time to update the plans. Mr. McMillan believed that he would be able to do so. 7 John Weikert, 1737 Delaware Avenue, provided some historical context to his property and the subject property. He believed that most of the neighbors are opposed to lot three and a home in that location. He stated that if a home were not placed on lot three, or if that lot were eliminated from the future review, he believed that most of the neighbors would no longer object to the request. Sean Fahnhorst noted several environmental and transportation concerns that he has with the proposed request including the length of the cul-de-sac as proposed and variance that would be required, as well as concerns with the wetlands and drainage issues. He commented that the neighbors were notified of this just eight days ago and would have appreciated additional time. Chair Field noted that the case was properly noticed. Paul Pontinen, 1760 Ridgewood Drive, stated that he and his wife have lived on their property since the 1970s. He referenced the proposed driveway, which was discussed earlier, and noted that his home is about 40 feet from that proposed drive. He commented that there are many mature trees that run along the property line, and they have concern that the proposed driveway would remove a number of the mature trees and could damage the root systems of the trees on his property as well. He asked that the drive be moved further from his property. Jonathan Deering, 1759 Ridgewood Drive, stated that he has concerns with the building of the driveway or potential road as well as concerns with water management, wildlife management, and ecological impact. He stated that north of the cul-de-sac is a stream as well as a wetland that crosses the property. He commented that his property is the lowest lying property in the area and had concerns with potential flooding of his property. He noted that the previous wetland delineation was completed in one of the worst drought conditions and asked if that could be redone under wetter conditions. He commented that the natural beauty and wetlands add value to the area and understands why the home would be desired for lot two. He noted all the wildlife that make this area their home and development will potentially displace those animals. He asked that the Commission consider that when hearing any potential variance requests that may come. Commissioner Katz referenced the comments that have been made related to the drainage and asked if Mr. Deering also has wet conditions on his property. Mr. Deering confirmed that he does have a wet area on his property as well, although it has been dry this past year. Seeing no one further coming forward wishing to speak, Chair Field asked for a motion to close the public hearing. COMMISSIONER PETSCHEL MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER KATZ TO TABLE THIS ITEM AND CONTINUE THE PUBLIC HEARING TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING ON APRIL 30TH, DIRECTING STAFF AND THE APPLICANT TO CONTINUE DISCUSSING THE PROPOSAL. Further discussion: Chair Field noted that he is a neighbor to the west, as his property abuts the western boundary of the subject property but does not believe that he has a conflict of interest. AYES: 4 NAYS: 0 8 RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Planning Commission again Table the request, leaving the public hearing open, to the first available meeting following the request of the applicant, with published notice of that date. ATTACHMENTS 1.March 26, 2024 Staff Report (excluding attachments) 2.General Location/Aerial Map 3.Preliminary Plat (dated 1/17/2024) 9 Planning Staff Report DATE: March 26, 2024 TO: Planning Commission FROM: Sarah Madden, Community Development Manager SUBJECT: Planning Case 2024-01 PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT of MCMILLAN ESTATES APPLICANT: Spencer McMillan PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1707 Delaware Avenue ZONING/GUIDED: R-1A One Family Residential / RR-Rural Residential ACTION DEADLINE: May 23, 2024 (One 60-day Extension already granted) INTRODUCTION The applicant is seeking a new Preliminary and Final Plat approval of the properties located at 1707 Delaware Avenue and two vacant parcels generally located at the north end of Ridgewood Drive. The residential property and the two vacant parcels are all owned by Spencer McMillan, the applicant in this Planning Case. The proposed plat is titled McMillan Estates and the subdivision would divide and redistribute the existing land within the three parcels into three new lots of record. In 2021, an application was submitted to the City for the subject site (by a different applicant and property owner) with a very similar proposal for subdivision of the existing three parcels into three new lots of record (Planning Case No. 2021-19). That prior application was withdrawn before the public hearing at the Planning Commission. Within the prior applicant’s written notice of withdrawal, they indicated that the applicant team was unable to come to an agreement with the Seller and property owner regarding a request for dedicated right-of-way along Delaware Avenue for Dakota County. The property sold following this withdrawn application, and the item in this planning case is a separate application by the current applicant and property owner. This item is being presented under a fully noticed public hearing process, with notices published in the Pioneer Press newspaper; notice letters mailed to all owners within 350-feet of the affected parcels, and with notices posted on the city’s website and city hall bulletin board, in accordance with statutory and City Code requirements. Written public comments have been received and are included as an attachment to this report. As of the submittal of this report, there were five instances of public comment. Any additional comments received prior to the meeting will be provided to the Planning Commission and made part of the public record. 3a.110 BACKGROUND The subject site consists of 16.63 acres of combined land across three separate parcels. The primary property addressed as 1707 Delaware Avenue is a long, rectangular, unplatted parcel consisting of 10.06 acres, measuring 329.18-ft. in width along Delaware Avenue to the east. This parcel contains an existing single-family home. The remaining two parcels are known as Outlots A and B of Grappendorf Addition, which was approved in 1984. The two Outlots are situated at the end of Ridgewood Drive and consist of 4.5 acres (Outlot A) and 2 acres (Outlot B). Both outlots are vacant. The proposed subdivision requested by the applicant will create three new lots from these parcels. Lot 1 and Lot 3 are intended to be platted for future development of new single-family homes. The proposed Lot 2 would remain as the applicant’s residence but would be subdivided into a smaller parcel. In order to establish the required 125-foot of frontage on a city approved street for new platted lots in an R-1A District, the applicant is proposing to dedicate 7,664 s.f. (.18 acres) of right-of-way extending north from the existing Ridgewood Drive right-of-way. The dedicated right-of-way would consist of an approximately 128-ft extension northward into the proposed subdivision. More information on this request will be provided in the Analysis section of this report. Additionally, 19,751 s.f. (.45 acres) of right-of-way is proposed to be dedicated along Delaware Avenue, to accommodate Dakota County’s request for 60-ft of half right-of-way. A large portion of the subject site is encumbered by wetlands. Prior to this application, the previous property owner hired an environmental specialist to study, identify, and map out these wetlands on the property; an official Wetland Delineation Report dated 06/22/2021 was submitted to the City for review and was later accepted by the City Council on September 9, 2021. This report is valid for five years. In addition to the Wetland Delineation Report on file and those standards for wetland impacts as outlined under the Wetland Conservation Act, future development on the new lots may require a separate application and review of a City wetlands permit. The application under review as part of this planning case is solely for the subdivision to be known as McMillan Estates, as outlined in the applicant’s proposal and Preliminary and Final Plat documents attached to this report. ANALYSIS Comprehensive Plan The subject parcel is guided RR-Rural Residential in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. The 2040 Plan includes the following general description for said uses in this land use category: RR – Rural Residential (0.1 - 1.45 DU/Acre) This land use is generally located in the east central part of the city. This designation is intended for large lot single-family residences and includes properties with and without city sewer. The Rural Residential areas are planned with a density not to exceed 1.45 units per acre. The corresponding zoning district classification is R- 1A (One Family Residential). The overall site consists of 16.63 acres, and of that approximately 5.6 acres are encumbered by wetlands, leaving a net acreage value of 11.03 acres. The overall density created by the potential two new residences plus the existing residential unit calculates to a density of 0.27 units/acre, which is under the maximum outlined within the RR – Rural Residential land use category. In the 2040 Plan, the city also identified (based upon previous 2030 Plan and others) a number of specific properties in the city that were or are vacant, under-developed, under-utilized or identified as either potential infill or redevelopment areas. These sites or areas are referred to as “Focus Areas”. Infill means that the property has the opportunity to develop or redevelop beyond its current level. One of these focus areas is the Somerset Area, or #21 on Map 2-5: Focus Areas with Future Land Use Overlay Map (see map – Pg. 3). 11 21.Somerset Area: This area has been referred to as the “Superblock” due to its collection of large residential lots. It consists of over 20 separate parcels on approximately 90 acres located directly south of Somerset Country Club and Golf Course. The area is developed with single-family homes on large lots with private septic systems. The neighborhood is bounded on the east by Delaware Avenue, the north by Wentworth Avenue, and the south and west by smaller single-family lots. The neighborhood contains significant wetlands and woodlands. The area is guided RR - Rural Residential use. Due to the existing large lot configuration, the area has the potential to be further subdivided, provided public sewer, water and road systems would be extended to the area. Plat Standards Under Title 11, Subdivision Regulations, the intent and purpose of this section is to “safeguard the best interests of the city, and to assist the subdivider in harmonizing [their] interests with those of the city at large, this title is adopted in order that adherence to same will bring results beneficial to both parties. It is the purpose of this title to make certain regulations and requirements for the platting of land within the city pursuant to the authority contained in Minnesota statutes, which regulations the city council deems necessary for the health, safety and general welfare of this community.” City Subdivision Code Section 11-3-2 allows the subdivision of parcels, provided that the resulting lots are compliant with the requirements of the applicable zoning district, and meets the following standards: A.Lot Area, Width and Depth: The minimum lot area, width and depth shall not be less than that established by the zoning ordinance in effect at the time of adoption of the final plat. B.Corner Lots: Corner lots for residential use shall have additional width to permit appropriate building setback from both streets as required in the zoning ordinance. C.Side Lot Lines: Side lines of lots shall be approximately at right angles to street lines or radial to curved street lines. D.Lot Frontage: Every lot must have the minimum frontage as required in the zoning ordinance on a city approved street other than an alley. E.Building Setback: Setback or building lines shall be shown on all lots intended for residential use and shall not be less than the setback required by the Mendota Heights zoning ordinance. On those lots which are intended for business use, the setback shall be at least that required by the zoning ordinance. For the R-1A District, all new lots must have a minimum of 30,000-sf. of lot area. All three lots significantly exceed the size minimum requirement with 9.92 acres, 3.52 acres and 2.56 acres respectively. The proposed Preliminary Plat and preliminary plans provided by the applicant illustrate outlines of potential building areas on Lot 1 and Lot 3. In reviewing these outlined layouts, setbacks to front, side, and rear lot lines can be met due to the large acreage on both parcels. For the R-1A District, all new lots require a minimum of 125-ft. of lot width along a city approved street. Lot 2 (existing residence) will maintain its 329+ feet of frontage along Delaware Avenue. Lots 1 and 3 are being proposed to have their frontage and lot width met by the Applicant dedicating an extension of Ridgewood Drive right-of-way by approximately 128-feet. The Applicant indicates that they do not plan to develop a full roadway extension in 12 the dedicated right-of-way, and are only intending to provide a shared driveway in this added section of right-of- way. A potential future drive would be installed directly north to access the potential home on Lot 1, and an additional split access point on the undeveloped right-of-way would provide a single lane driveway to a home on Lot 3. Because this request and proposed right-of-way extension does not include installation of a standard city street within the roadway section, the city must consider if this extended right-of-way segment is consistent with the City Subdivision and Zoning Code provisions for frontage and lot width, and for street dedication within plats. This issue is addressed later in the “Street Design” section of this report. Dakota County Review Because this property fronts on a Dakota County road system (CSAH 63 – Delaware Avenue), this plat requires county review and approval. As mentioned in the “Introduction” section of this report, a previous plat of the subject site was reviewed in 2021, and right-of-way dedication along Delaware Avenue was required by Dakota County at that time. The former application did not move forward and cited the right-of-way dedication as the reason for their withdrawal. This current application has been reviewed by the Dakota County Plat Commission, and the proposed plat provides the requested right-of-way of 60-ft of half right-of-way, in accordance with their review procedures. The Plat Commission approved the Preliminary and Final Plat with conditions. The memo from the Dakota County Surveyor’s Office is included as an attachment to this report. Utility and Grading Plan The applicant has provided a detailed Grading, Drainage & Utility Plan (Plan Sheets 2-4). The plan shows a joint driveway connection coming off the north end of the cul-de-sec roadway section of Ridgewood Drive. The driveways as proposed are preliminary, with the northern drive to Lot 1 measuring at 12’ in width, and the eastern drive to Lot measuring at 10’ in width. According to Title 11-3-8-A of the City Code: Slope Limitations: Subdivision design shall be consistent with limitations presented by steep slopes. Subdivisions shall be designed so that no construction or grading will be conducted on slopes steeper than twenty five percent (25%) in grade. The staff review of the provided grading and contour elevation markings illustrated on the preliminary plans did not identify any steep slopes or bluffs on the property, or slopes over 25% in the areas where the potential dwellings, accessory structures, or driveways are being proposed. The house locations as shown on the provided plans are potential, and final house locations, grading, and impacts will depend on a final design for the respective houses. These future developments will be evaluated at the time that those applications come forward and will be subject to the City’s Zoning Ordinance requirements and any other applicable federal, state, and local regulations and codes, as well as in compliance with the City’s Land Disturbance Guidance Document. A condition has been included in the staff recommendation section of this report which reflects these requirements. There is an existing 6-inch watermain underneath Ridgewood Drive that was stubbed to the end of the cul-de-sec roadway. The plans notate that the applicant will extend this watermain line approximately 10-ft into the Ridgewood Drive right-of-way to a new fire hydrant, and from this extension, two new 2-inch residential water service lines will lead off from the main, with new stubs for each of the two new lots remaining for future development. The plans also show a 9-inch sanitary sewer line underneath Ridgewood Drive that was stubbed approximately 11-ft north of the cul-de-sac, just outside the upper circle of the roadway edge and approximately 41-ft north of the existing manhole. From this stub, the developer will extend the sanitary sewer services further into the plat and seal with an additional manhole. Two new 6-inch sanitary sewer service lines will run parallel to the water service lines to a new stub point for future development access. The plans show the ability for future service connections to be made into the provided stubs for any future construction of homes on the two respective lots. All new lots will have perimeter drainage and utility easements provided, noted at 5’ in width at side and rear lot lines, and 10’ in width at front lot lines. All wetlands will be covered by similar drainage and utility easements for added protection. Those easements will be provided and officially dedicated under the final plat approval and recording, if approved. 13 Wetland Impacts The proposed plat identifies a number of large and smaller wetlands throughout the site, which are proposed to be dedicated as drainage and utility easements on the plat. The applicant’s plans also indicate a 20’ wetland buffer area (illustrated on the plans as hatching around wetlands). The potential new driveway leading back to the Lot 1 site would begin at the end of Ridgewood Drive, and would impact a small narrow segment of wetlands connecting the two larger wetlands in this area. This driveway would then continue northward and curve slightly and between the two larger wetlands situated south of the buildable area for a home. It should be noted that the City Council approved a Joint Water Resources Application for Exemption, submitted by this property’s previous Developer/Applicant, on November 3, 2021, whereby approval was granted to remove up to 1,000 sq.ft. of wetlands for the driveway and the structure improvements which were proposed at that time. The extent of the previous structure improvements from the previous application are not outlined in this planning case, however 369 square feet of wetland impact and fill area included in that 2021 approval is still illustrated in this subject application’s plans as a 359 sq.ft. impact area which would accommodate a future culvert under the northern driveway to Lot 1. This decision of approval is valid for five years. The Notice of Decision and supporting documents are included as an attachment to this report. Exclusive of the existing approval for wetland impacts exemption on the subject site, no additional part of the wetlands may be removed unless it is part of any approved construction project, which may or may not come after plat approvals on the property. On the preliminary plans, the two new home sites will be placed in areas in dry, non-wetland areas of each parcel, according to the wetland mapping provided by Jacobson Environmental. The applicant does not have a finalized construction and development plan for homes on either of the two vacant properties, and those plans are not under the review of the City at this time. Current zoning ordinance standards require a Wetlands Permit for any work or improvements within 100’ of wetlands or water resource areas. The full extent of a wetlands review under the zoning ordinance and other local city codes and ordinances will be evaluated at the time a developer or applicant comes forward with realized final plans for each site. Tree Inventory The Developer/Applicant has included a Tree Inventory of the site, which is included as an attachment to this report. The inventory outlines the species and diameter of the 464 trees within the anticipated development area, out of approximately 1,900 or more trees which exist on the property today. Potential future removal of trees are illustrated on the inventory plans which could be removed as part of any construction activities for the future building and driveway improvements. Final tree impacts are to be determined with the full construction and building permit plan sets at the time an application and final site plan design comes forward for review. Street Design City Code Title 11 – General Subdivision Provision provides for all the required standards related to new subdivisions, including streets, utilities, easements, etc. When Breckenridge Estates, the plat to the south of the subject site, was approved in 1969, it contained a variance request to allow lots less than 40,000-sq. ft. in area (required for R-1A district at that time), but did not include any variance or allowance for an over- length cul-de-sac. The plat was presented with the Ridgewood Drive roadway that exists today, and also included a small “nub” extension of 60-feet in width at the top of the road ROW circle (see plat image –right). This nub was likely created or called for based on the assumption that the properties to the north could be or would be similarly platted, and any future roadway extension would 14 have likely come off the end of Ridgewood Drive and ran northward into these properties. The Subdivision ordinance does require in Section 11-3-3: Streets and Alleys, that when a plat is submitted which includes only a portion of land intended for development, that a tentative plan of a proposed future street system should be provided. The Grappendorf Addition (see plat image – below) did not show or provide any plans for extending Ridgewood Drive into the plat or outlots, nor provided any plans for any other roadway inside this plat as well. Under this plat request, the Applicant is seeking to provide an extension of this right-of-way at least 60-feet in width, and approx. 128 feet in length. This extension is right-of-way only; and no physical roadway is proposed to be built in this extension, just private driveways and utilities. Ridgewood Drive measures from the point coming off Marie Avenue to the end of the cul-de-sac as 649.58-feet in total length. From earlier [known] records of the City Code, the Subdivision Code of 1956 indicated “dead-end streets shall not be longer than 400-feet…” while the Code of 1975 included: “…cul-de-sacs shall normally not be longer than 500-feet….” as seen today in the current Subdivision Code (noted below). Per current City Subdivision Code Section 11-3-3 Streets and Alleys: D.Dead End and Cul-De-Sac Streets: Dead end streets are prohibited, but cul-de-sacs will be permitted only where topography or other conditions justify their use. Cul-de-sacs shall normally not be longer than five hundred feet (500'), including a terminal turnaround which shall be provided at the closed end, with an outside curb radius of at least forty nine feet (49') and a right of way radius of not less than 60-ft. Some of the commissioners may recall giving consideration to a variance related to a cul-de-sac roadway, which was presented under the Orchard Heights plat in 2017. Under that case, the developers requested a variance to exceed the “normally not longer than 500-ft.” standard to allow a new cul-de-sac of 950-feet in length. As part of the report on that case, it was noted that the city allowed a number of other subdivision developments throughout the city with over-length dead end and cul-de-sac streets (approximately 19 at that time); and it was unclear from research if the 500-foot standard was in places at the time of these various plat approvals or developments; or if variances were approved for these separate developments. Nevertheless, the city required the developer to submit and request a variance to exceed this 500-ft. standard, and although the planning commission and city council rejected this variance request, the development (and new roadway) was ultimately allowed by a Dakota County District Court ruling. In that ruling, it is noted that there was dispute on whether or not a Variance was required for the length of the cul- de-sac, as the City’s subdivision ordinance only states that cul-de-sacs “shall normally not” be longer than 500 feet. 15 Existing Minnesota case law states that “Regulatory standards must be sufficiently precise to ensure the application of objective standards to similarly situated property, to adequately inform landowners of the requirements that they must satisfy to gain subdivision approval, and to allow a reviewing court to evaluate noncompliance” When interpreting language in a zoning ordinance, the plain and ordinary meaning of the terms has generally been more favorable in court procedures. Because of the imprecise language within the subdivision ordinance regarding cul- de-sac length that “shall not normally” be longer than 500-ft, and because the existing length of Ridgewood Drive has already been approved through a prior subdivision, staff did not request the applicant to revise their application and incorporate a Variance request to the cul-de-sac length standard. The Applicant’s plans indicate that they do not intend to physically extend the roadway with full street construction elements or a cul-de-sac surface into their plat of McMillan Estates, but only plat out the right-of-way extension in order to provide the 125-feet of minimum lot width and frontage along a city street for Lots 1 and 3 of this plat. The proposed right-of-way dedication to the City would add an additional 128-ft of right-of-way to the roadway, without the construction of a developed public street. The right-of-way is proposed to be utilized by a shared driveway access point, which would then separate into two separate private drives for the proposed Lot 1 and Lot 3 of the plat. The developed portion of Ridgewood Drive would remain as it is currently constructed, with a new curb cut for the proposed driveway extension approximately 26-ft in width, reducing to 22-ft in width at what is currently the south property line of the existing parcel. The planning commission should consider if the undeveloped right- of-way extension is consistent with ordinance requirements for a dead end street, as the constructed roadway does not end in a dead end, but in a previously approved cul-de-sac dedicated in the Breckenridge Estates plat, and the proposed development within the right-of-way is designed as a shared access driveway. Section 11-3-3 of the Subdivision ordinance also states that “when a tract is subdivided into larger than normal building lots or parcels, such lots or parcels shall be so arranged as to permit the logical location and openings of future streets and appropriate resubdivision, with provision for adequate utility connections for such resubdivision”. The proposed lots greatly exceed the minimum lot size requirements of 30,000 sq.ft., however the existing topography and wetland conditions do play a part in the available buildable area within the subject site. The provided plans do display provision for some utility stubbed connections within the dedicated Ridgewood Avenue right-of-way, however the right-of-way extension does not connect to the northern boundary of the plat to provide an opening for future street connections and appropriate resubdivision. The Somerset area outlined in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan identifies additional large lots to the north of this proposed plat which may be eligible for future subdivision, provided adequate roadway access and utility connections are provided. Staff and the applicant did discuss the possibility of dedicating additional right-of-way further northward in order to provide a planned access for any future subdivisions, but the applicant expressed a desire to maintain the natural area on the northern half of the proposed Lot 1 for personal use as a future home site. While the proposed plan for dedicated but undeveloped right-of-way may minimize or reduce any further impacts to the wetlands inside the plat, the Planning Commission should consider if the design of the proposed plat supports the surrounding area’s ability to be subdivided further in the future on the northern parcel (proposed Lot 1), in addition to considering the logical arrangement of lots to provide for future street and access planning for tracts of land outside the currently proposed subdivision. The provided plans illustrate an outline of potential building areas, but are not the final development plan for a new home construction at this time. The lot configuration of Lot 1 of the proposed plat may lend itself to future subdivision and street extension, provided adequate access and utility connections are set aside with the Plat of McMillan Estates in this application. The Planning Commission should review the technical aspects of the proposed plat, as it relates to the Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, and Comprehensive Plan. 16 REQUESTED ACTION Following the public hearing and discussion, the Planning Commission may consider the following actions: 1. Recommend denial of the Preliminary and Final Plat of McMillan Estates, based on the attached findings- of-fact as noted herein; or 2.Recommend approval of the Preliminary and Final Plat of McMillan Estates, based on revised findings-of- fact and conditions as determined by the Planning Commission and/or City Council; or 3. Table the plat application, and request additional information from the Applicant and/or city staff. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council denial of the application of Spencer McMillan for the Preliminary and Final Plat of a three-lot residential subdivision to be known as McMillan Estates, based on the attached Findings-of-Fact for Denial as noted herein. ATTACHMENTS 1. General Location/Aerial Map 2.Narrative Letter 3.Preliminary Plat 4.Final Plat 5.Site Plan & Title Sheet 6. Grading, Drainage, and Utility Plan (Sheets 2-4) 7.Tree Inventory (Sheets 5-8) 8. Dakota County Plat Commission Memo 9.Minnesota WCA Notice of Decision 10.1707 Delaware Avenue Notice of Decision 11.Public Comments Received (as of the submittal of this report) 17 FINDINGS OF FACT FOR DENIAL Preliminary and Final Plat of McMillan Estates 1707 Delaware Avenue The following Findings of Fact are made in support of denial of the proposed request: 1. The subject site is zoned R-1A One Family Residential, and guided as RR – Rural Residential in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. 2.The minimum lot area in the R-1A zoning district is 30,000 sq. ft. 3.The lot areas in the proposed plat of McMillan Estates are 432,071 sq. ft. for Lot 1, Block 1; 153,532 sq. ft. for Lot 2, Block 1; and 111,520 sq. ft. for Lot 3, Block 1. 4. The Subdivision Regulations of the City require that when a tract is subdivided into larger than normal building lots or parcels, such lots or parcels shall be so arranged as to permit the logical location and openings of future streets and appropriate resubdivision, with provision for adequate utility connections for each resubdivision. 5. The Subdivision Regulations of the City require that each lot have the minimum frontage as required in the zoning ordinance on a city approved street. 6. The minimum lot width standard in the R-1A zoning district is 125-ft. 7. The dedication of additional right-of-way extending north of this cul-de-sac provides 189.01-ft of frontage for Lot 1, Block 1 of the proposed Plat, and provides 127.79-ft of frontage for Lot 3, Block 1 of the proposed Plat. 8. The Subdivision Regulations of the City prohibit dead end streets. 9. The dedication of additional right-of-way extending north of this cul-de-sac ends in a dead end. 10. The Developer/Applicant is not proposing to construct the extension of Ridgewood Avenue as a street. The Developer/Applicant is proposing to utilize the undeveloped right-of-way as access to two separate private driveways. 11. The proposed plat relies upon the acceptance by the City of additional dedication of right-of-way extending north of the cul-de-sac of Ridgewood Drive. 12. The dedication of additional right-of-way extending north of this cul-de-sac would not conform with the City’s standards, unless it were accompanied by further right-of-way dedication to extend the street northward as to permit the logical location and openings of future streets and appropriate resubdivision. 13.The City does not accept this additional right-of-way dedication because it does not serve any public purpose and instead serves to avoid the need for a Variance for less than 125-ft of minimum lot width and frontage on a city approved street for the proposed Lots 1 and 3, Block 1, McMillan Estates 14.The proposed plat of McMillan Estates does not meet the minimum lot standards of the R-1A One Family Residential zoning district. 18 G!. G!. G!. G!. G!.G!. G!. G!. G!.666666 666666666666 6666666666666MARIE AVE DELAWARE AVERIDGEWOOD DR MARIE AVE W Nearmap US Inc, Dakota County, MN Location Aerial Map1707 Delaware Ave/McMillan Estates Date: 3/21/2024 City of Mendota Heights0340 SCALE IN FEET GIS Map Disclaimer:This data is for informational purposes only and should not be substituted for a true title search, property appraisal, plat,survey, or for zoning verification. The City of Mendota Heights assumes no legal responsibility for the information containedin this data. The City of Mendota Heights, or any other entity from which data was obtained, assumes no liability for any errorsor omissions herein. If discrepancies are found, please contact the City of Mendota Heights. Contact "Gopher State One Call" at 651-454-0002 for utility locations, 48 hours prior to any excavation. 3a2.19 MCMILLAN ESTATES101055Preliminary Plat11202142Spencer McMillan1707 Delaware Ave.Mendota Heights, MN 55118715-698-7114ZONING INFORMATIONOWNER/DEVELOPERENGINEER/SURVEYORLEGAL DESCRIPTIONPRELIMINARY PLATPLAT AREASLand Surveying& Engineering2580 Christian Dr.Chaska, MN 55318612-418-6828MCMILLAN ESTATESMendota Heights, MNWETLANDSPROPOSED IMPROVEMENTSWETLAND DELINEATORUTILITIESSTORMWATERSEE THE PRELIMINARY GRADING, UTILITY, AND TREEPRESERVATION PLANS FOR DETAILED IMPROVEMENTSLEGEND3a3.20 PLANNING STAFF REPORT DATE: April 30, 2024 TO: Planning Commission FROM: Sarah Madden, Community Development Manager SUBJECT: Planning Case 2024-06 WETLANDS PERMIT APPLICANT: Koncept in Design (Carlos Perez) PROPERTY ADDRESS: 670 Hidden Creek Trail ZONING/GUIDED: R-1A One Family Residential/LR Low Density Residential ACTION DEADLINE: May 21, 2024 INTRODUCTION The applicant is seeking a Wetlands Permit to allow the installation of a new in-ground swimming pool, deck, fencing, pool patio decking, and landscaping improvements. A public hearing notice for this planning item was published in the Pioneer Press and notice letters were mailed to all properties within 350-feet of the subject property. The city has not received any comments or objections to this land use request as of the submission of this report. BACKGROUND / PROJECT DESCRIPTION The subject property is legally described as Lot 3, Block 2, HIDDEN CREEK ESTATES and is addressed as 670 Hidden Creek Trail. The lot is 1.15 acres in size and contains an existing 6,470 s.f. single-family home and one small shed accessory structure southwest of the home (see image – right). The southeast point of the rear yard contains a small detention pond which is shared with the neighboring property to the east. The detention pond is within a dedicated drainage and utility easement on the plat of this property, and is noted as an established Type III wetland (Slightly Susceptible Wetland) as identified by the Wetlands Map in the City’s Surface Water Management Plan (SWMP). The property also backs up to Marie Creek, which is part of the Interstate Valley Creek System and the wetland area and drainage path of the creek are both delineated on the City’s Official Wetlands Map – 1977. The applicant is working to complete an updated Wetlands Delineation Report with the City, which will be finalized this Spring and verified by the City’s Natural Resources department prior to building permit issuance for the work associated with this project. 3b.21 The applicant is working with the homeowners of the property to obtain authorization for the permitting and construction of a new in-ground pool and associated exterior improvements. The City was made aware of this project when the applicant submitted a building permit package in November 2023 for the proposed improvements, as well as some internal remodels and a small addition west of the home. The applicant proceeded with the portions of the remodel proposal that were not within the Wetlands District 100’ boundary as part of that permit process, and will be pursuing an updated permit package upon receipt of the City Council’s approval of this Wetlands Permit. ANALYSIS Per Title 12-Zoning, Chapter 2 Wetlands Systems, Sect. 12-2-3, any development or construction work on lands within 100-feet of normal high water markers of wetlands and water resources (as delineated on the official city wetlands systems map) shall be subject to a Wetlands Permit application review process. The Wetlands Ordinance further states that any work or development upon or which would otherwise alter a wetland or potentially impact a water related resource area, must obtain a written permit from the city. The construction of the new deck, installation of the swimming pool, vegetation removal, new pool patio area and fencing, and associated site work requires this permit before any work commences. The purpose of the Wetlands Systems chapter of City Code Section 12-2-1 is to: •Provide for the protection, preservation, maintenance, and use of Mendota Heights wetlands and water resource related areas; •Maintain the natural drainage system; •Minimize the disturbance which may result from alteration by earthwork, loss of vegetation, loss of wildlife and aquatic organisms as a result of the disturbance of the natural environment or from excessive sedimentation; •Provide for protection of potable fresh water supplies; and •Ensure safety from floods. As part of any Wetlands Permit review, the city must consider and evaluate the standards and conditions as noted in the Wetland Ordinance Section 12-2-7, including but not limited to the following: •Runoff from developed property and construction projects may be directed to the wetland only when reasonably free of silt and debris and chemical pollutants, and at such rates such as not to disturb wetland vegetation or increase turbidity. •Any increase in runoff due to the proposed action will be detained on the site for infiltration through the soil to the water table. •No deleterious waste shall be discharged in a wetland or disposed of in a manner that would cause the waste to enter the wetland or other water resource area. •Lowest floor elevation of buildings located within the W district must be at least three feet (3') above the highest known water level. •Removal of vegetation shall be permitted only when and where such work within the W district has been approved in accordance with the standards of this chapter. •Removal of vegetation within the W district but outside the wetland shall be limited to that reasonably required for the placement of structures and the use of property. •Development of woodlands shall not reduce the existing crown cover by more than fifty percent (50%). The removal of trees seriously damaged by storms or other act of God, or diseased trees shall not be prohibited. 22 The Wetlands and water resources present on this property include a detention pond shared with the neighboring property to the east, and a portion of the creek bed for Marie Creek. The elevation of the creek is approximately 907 at the eastern property line and approximately 904 at the western property line. Aerial photos retrieved from Dakota County show the outline of the creek basin running east-west through the property, approximately 25-ft north of the eastern edge of the detention pond. Staff has outlined the approximate route of the creek’s path in blue on the excerpt site map (see image below). The existing home is approximately 87-ft setback from the creek basin of Marie Creek and approximately 115-ft setback from the delineated water line of the detention pond. The proposed in-ground pool, pool decking, new fence, vegetation removal, new landscaping, and the majority of the expanded upper deck and stairs and hot tub are within the 100’ boundary of the Wetlands District. The proposed sport court west of the existing home is just outside of the 100’ boundary. The Site Demolition Plan and Landscaping Demolition Plan indicate that 11 existing boxelder trees and one existing dead ash tree are proposed to be removed. The landscaping features are discussed in greater detail in the “Trees and Vegetation” section of this report. All major construction activities related to the swimming pool installation and associated decking will take place a significant distance away from the high water mark of the detention pond and within the existing turf grass of the rear yard, however there is some construction activity in close proximity to the edge of the creek area. The proposed landscaping installation which will buffer between the creek and the new backyard fence enclosing the swimming pool immediately abuts the edge of the creek bed at the eastern edge. The new fence is also setback approximately 20-ft from the creek area at its closest point. The fence is proposed to be a 5-ft tall prefinished metal fence with a self-closing gate, which is consistent with swimming pool safety fence requirements. The improvements to the new pool area will be setback approximately 40-ft from the creek area and approximately 68-ft from the demarcated line of the pond, as measured from the closest point of the edge of the pool paver patio. The Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan illustrates the perimeter boundary of the silt fence which will be installed surrounding the area of disturbance. The existing grades in the rear yard are lightly sloped towards the south, with the most significant drops in elevation beginning at the creek bed area. The existing drainage on site directs towards the detention pond and toward the movement of Marie Creek, with the exception of the front yard which drains towards the street. The City reviews grading, drainage and erosion control as part of the Wetlands Permit process for stormwater runoff and management, and a condition has been added to the recommendation section of this report that no additional grading be conducted within 25’ of the wetland and water resource areas except for the removal of diseased trees, installation of erosion control measures (if needed) or for the plantings of any new seed mixtures or landscaping materials, and only with city approvals. Full erosion/sedimentation measures will be installed prior to commencement of work and maintained throughout the duration of the construction project. In addition to compliance with the City’s Land Disturbance Guidance Document, the development of this lot is also expected to comply with applicable regulations and codes from other agencies. A Preliminary Wetland Delineation Report was prepared for the City’s Natural Resources Coordinator this past January. The applicant’s team is working to provide an updated and final Wetland Delineation as part 23 of the Wetland Conservation Act requirements prior to the City’s issuance of any building permits for this work. In the Preliminary Report, the applicant has outlined preliminary details of the wetland detention pond. The preliminary report is included as an attachment to this report and includes a Soil Map of the site. Trees & Vegetation As noted previously, the applicant’s plans show the removal of 11 box elder trees and one dead ash tree. The applicant has also provided a landscaping plan for new plant materials which are proposed throughout the property, both as part of the rear yard swimming pool project as well as the overall remodel and updating of the home. There are a number of existing trees on the property, primarily in the rear yard and west of the detention pond. There are also two existing front yard trees outside of the disturbed area of this permit plan set. The scheduled removals are consistent with the Wetlands Systems ordinance requirements for the reduction of crown coverage; The extensive cluster of existing rear yard trees immediately abutting the two water resources areas will remain, and the applicant’s landscaping plan illustrates the installation of two new serviceberry trees. The landscape plan submitted by the Applicant shows a line of new plant materials immediately south of the new pool fence which acts as a landscaping buffer between the pool area and the water resource area. The eastern edge of these plants abuts the 25’ buffer area surrounding the detention pond and the edge of the creek bed. These plantings consist of a mix of perennial grasses, shrubs, and flowering plants, as well as decorative boulder features. Similar plantings are proposed immediately north and south of the sport court, and east of the paver pool deck. City Goals and Policies City staff has also identified a select number of Goals and Policy statements from the Natural Resource chapter of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, which provide additional support in granting approval of this requested Wetlands Permit, as follows: GOAL 1: Develop a professional, comprehensive, strategic Natural Resources Management Plan for city-wide natural areas and natural resources. Policies: 9.Protect steep slopes, bluffs, and other sensitive areas from erosion and other threats, specifically throughout the development process. 10. Encourage and promote the use of conservation design principles. Staff Comment: The applicant will provide erosion control measures, as outlined in the City’s Land Disturbance Guidance Document. The proposed improvements are consistent with the setback requirements of the underlying residential zoning district, and the applicant has provided an impervious surface calculation of 27.9% with the final development plan. GOAL 2: Protect, connect, restore, buffer, and manage natural areas, wildlife habitat, and other natural resources, for high ecological quality and diversity of plant and animal species. Policies: 1.Monitor new developments for restoration and invasive plant management. 4.Restore areas throughout the city with pollinator-friendly or native species to protect and enhance habitat for native pollinators and birds. 7.Explore the development of ordinances and or policies that establish minimum soil standards for development and redevelopment that can support turf, plantings, and/or healthy turf alternatives. 10.Prior to approval of landscape and development plans, work with applicants to encourage the preservation and installation of high ecosystem value communities. 24 Staff Comment: The developer is committed to maintaining erosion control by use of a silt fence surrounding the disturbed area and re-vegetating per the Landscaping Plan. Planning staff will work with the applicant during the building permit process in coordination with the City’s Natural Resources Coordinator. GOAL 3: Protect and restore the natural ecological functions of the city’s water resources with emphasis on the improvement of stormwater management. Policies: 1.Explore and develop operational and procedural modifications to better enhance and support the thriving of the natural environment. 2.Work with partners to implement projects and develop and support programs that encourage infiltration, to reduce stormwater runoff and pollution to water-bodies. 4.Identify areas within the city, including public and private land that are lacking adequate stormwater treatment, and other stormwater BMPs. Implement projects to establish functioning stormwater treatment in order to protect and improve the city’s water resources. Staff Comment: The applicant is installing new landscape features throughout the site, in addition to the groundcover restoration which will occur following the development plan. The planting areas are in select spots on the subject site, not just within the wetland district boundary. The applicant will provide detailed Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans with the building permit application. ALTERNATIVES 1.Approve the Wetlands Permit for 670 Hidden Creek Trail based on certain findings-of-fact, along with specific conditions of approval as noted herein; or 2.Deny the Wetlands Permit for 670 Hidden Creek Trail based on revised findings-of-fact supporting such a recommendation as determined by the Planning Commission; or 3.Table the request and direct staff to extend the application review period an additional 60-days, pursuant to MN State Statute 15.99. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the requested Wetlands Permit to Koncept in Design/Carlos Perez and for the property located at 670 Hidden Creek Trail, which would allow the construction of a new in-ground swimming pool, deck, fence and landscaping, based on the attached findings-of-fact and subject to the following conditions: 1.All work and improvements noted on the plans appended to this Planning Report for Case No. 2024- 06 shall be the only approved work allowed under this Wetlands Permit. If additional construction work in areas up to 100-feet from water resource areas are needed, excluding the planting of trees and vegetation, the Owner must contact city staff prior to commencing any work, and repair and replant any disturbed areas with suitable plantings and materials, per direction of the city’s Natural Resources Coordinator. 2.The new pool structure shall comply with all standards and rules under Title 9 Building Regulations Section 9-2-1: Swimming Pools, and Title 12 Zoning of the City Code, and the Minnesota State Building Code regulations. 3.The new swimming pool and related structure work shall comply with all applicable standards and conditions noted under Title 12, Chapter 2 Wetlands Systems of City Code. 25 4.Any draining or back-flushing of water from pool shall be directed onto the Subject Property only, and shall not drain directly into the adjacent pond. Any drainage onto public streets or other public drainage ways shall require permission of the Public Works Director. 5.The Owners shall provide and maintain a 25’ wide vegetative buffer (no disturbance) from the pond edge, with said buffer planted with a MnDOT Seed Mix List #33-261 or other similar products and plantings approved by the city’s Natural resources Coordinator. 6.No additional grading or other land disturbance shall occur within twenty-five feet (25’) from the edge of the adjacent water body, except for the removal of diseased trees, installation of erosion control measures (if needed) or for the plantings of any new seed mixtures or landscaping materials, and only with city approvals. 7.Full erosion/sedimentation measures shall be installed prior to commencement of work and maintained throughout the duration of the construction project. Erosion barriers shall be placed and maintained along the outer edges of the new home project work area and remain in place until all disturbed areas have been restored. 8.Any grading and/or construction activity related to the development of this lot shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and codes, as well as in compliance with the City’s Land Disturbance Guidance Document. 9.Best efforts will be made by the contractor(s) to “come clean, leave clean” during the course of construction on the Subject Property, and ensure new ground mulch or plant materials are free of any invasive species. 10.Prior to the release of any escrow payment, all disturbed areas in and around the project site, including the buffer area, shall be restored and have an established, protected and permanent ground cover immediately after the swimming pool project is completed. 11.A building permit must be approved prior to the commencement of any construction work on the swimming pool or related landscaping work. Construction work shall occur only between the hours of 7:00 am and 8:00 pm weekdays; and 9:00 am to 5:00 pm weekends. ATTACHMENTS 1.General Location/Aerial Map 2.Narrative Letter 3.Certificate of Survey 4.G-100 Planset Cover Sheet 5.G-102 Site Plan 6.G-103 SWPPP Boundary 7.Landscaping Plan 8.Wetlands Map 9.Wetland Delineation Report (Preliminary – 1-2024) 10.A-100 Basement Floor Plan 11.A-101 1st Floor Plan 12.A-200 Exterior Elevations 26 FINDINGS-OF-FACT FOR APPROVAL Wetlands Permit for Koncept in Design/Carlos Perez 670 Hidden Creek Trail Planning Case No. 2024-06 1.The proposed construction activities related to the new pool project and allowed under this Wetlands Permit meets the purpose and intent of the City Code; and meets a number of goals and policies established under the Natural Resources chapter of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. 2.All new work will have little, if any impacts to the adjacent detention pond and creek bed, or the existing on-site drainage or drainage from surrounding properties. 3.Applicant will provide additional and suitable wetland protective vegetation material to serve as an effective natural buffering along the adjacent lake edge, which will help reduce any impacts caused by stormwater run-off from the yard areas, and help reduce any soil and contaminant runoff. 4.This property will provide adequate erosion control measures throughout the duration of the project and until all areas of the property have been fully planted and restored, which will ensure protection and lessen any runoff impacts to the adjacent pond during and after construction. 5.The pool project and work contemplated under this wetlands permit shall be done in accordance with the current rules and standards of the City’s Land Disturbance Guidance document; and will be closely monitored by city staff to ensure compliance with all Building Codes and related City Codes. 27 SITE PHOTOS – 670 HIDDEN CREEK TRAIL LOOKING SOUTHWEST – TOWARDS ACCESSORY STRUCTURE LOOKING SOUTH – TOWARDS BOX ELDERS LOOKING WEST – POOL AND POOL DECKING SITE LOOKING TOWARDS POND AND REMAINING TREES LOOKING SOUTHWEST – DEAD ASH TREE LOOKING SOUTHWEST – DOWN CREEK PATH 28 6 6 666666666666666666 66 66666666* * * ³ " ! ! * * * !** " " ³ " ""66666NATURE WAYHID D E N C R EE K T RL Nearmap US Inc, Dakota County, MN Location Aerial Map 670 Hidden Creek Trail Date: 4/26/2024 City of Mendota Heights0125 SCALE IN FEET GIS Map Disclaimer: This data is for informational purposes only and should not be substituted for a true title search, property appraisal, plat, survey, or for zoning verification. 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Contact "Gopher State One Call" at 651-454-0002 for utility locations, 48 hours prior to any excavation. 3b1.29 3b2.30 3b3.31 SITE LOCATION:R1-A ONE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONING ORDINANCE COMPLIANCE: SCOPE OF WORK: THE SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDED IN THIS SET OF CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS PERTAINS TO THE REMODELING OF EXISTING ONE-FAMILY SCHEID DWELLING, LOCATED AT 670 HIDDEN CREEK TRAIL, IN MENDOTA HEIGHTS, MN, INCLUDING: • NEW REAR ADDITION TO ENCLOSE A NEW SET OF STAIRS - SIDING TO MATCH EXISTING STUCCO TEXTURE AND FINISH. • REMODELING OF INTERIOR SPACES AND FINISHES AS INDICATED ON ARCHITECTURAL PLANS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:- BASEMENT GAME ROOM, GYMNASIUM, BAR, FIREPLACE, SEATING AREA, BEDROOMS,RESTROOMS AND SAUNA.- FIRST LEVEL KITCHEN, FAMILY ROOM, SEATING AREA, MUD ROOM, DEN, LAUNDRY ROOM, MASTER BEDROOM, MASTER BATH AND MASTER CLOSET. • FENESTRATION REVISIONS AS SHOWN ON BUILDING ELEVATIONS. • CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW DECK AND SWIMMING POOL ON THE REAR YARD, WITH ASSOCIATED FENCING AND LANDSCAPING. CODE COMPLIANCE: IN ADDITION TO THE MENDOTA HEIGHTS ZONING CODE, THIS PROJECT SHALL MEET AND BE CONSTRUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MN CODES AND STANDARDS LISTED BELOW:• 2020 MN RESIDENTIAL CODE. ZONING COMPLIANCE: ZONING CLASSIFICATION: R1-A ONE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (REFER TO ZONING MAP ON THIS SHEET) PERMITTED USES (Sec. 12-1E-4.A): ONE-FAMILY DETACHED DWELLING. SITE AND STRUCTURE REQUIREMENTS (Sec. 12-1E-4.D): THE SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDED IN THIS SET OF CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS DOES NOT FURTHER ENCROACH INTO THE REQUIRED SETBACKS OR EXCEEDS THE MAXIMUM HEIGHT LIMITATIONS. REFER TO SITE PLAN ON SHEET G-102 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.• MAX. STRUCTURE HEIGHT: 3 STORIES OR 35 ft., WHICHEVER IS LESS.• MIN. LOT AREA: 30,000 s.f.• MIN LOT WIDTH: 125 ft.• MIN. FRONT YARD: 40 ft.• MIN. SIDE YARD: 15 ft OR ½ OF THE HEIGHT OF THE STRUCTURE CONTIGUOUS TO THE SIDEYARD, WHICH EVER IS GREATER.• REAR YARD: 30’ OR 20% THE AVERAGE LOT DEPTH WHICHEVER IS GREATER. YARDS AND OPEN SPACES (Sec. 12-1D-4):• MINIMUM YARDS AND OPEN SPACES: NO YARD OR OTHER OPEN SPACE SHALL BE REDUCEDIN AREA OR DIMENSIONS SO AS TO MAKE SUCH YARD OPEN SPACE LESS THAN THEMINIMUM REQUIRED BY THIS CHAPTER, AND IF THE EXISTING YARD OR OTHER OPEN SPACEAS EXISTING IN LESS THAN THE MINIMUM REQUIRED, IT SHALL NOT BE FURTHER REDUCED.• ALLOWED ENCROACHMENTS (Sec. 12-1D-4.C): THE FOLLOWING SHALL NOT BE CONSIDEREDTO BE ENCROACHMENTS ON YARD AND SETBACK REQUIREMENTS.- 1 ALL YARDS:UNCOVERED AND/OR OPEN TERRACES, STEPS, PORCHES OR DECKS, ACCESSIBLE RAMPS,STOOPS OR SIMILAR STRUCTURES, WHICH DO NOT EXTEND ABOVE THE HEIGHT OF THE GROUND FLOOR LEVEL OF THE PRINCIPAL BUILDING AND DO NOT EXTEND CLOSER THAN TWO FEET (2’) FROM ANY LOT LINE. Scale: Project number:BCDAPrinted on:654321 ABCD654321 LIC.# BC637442TEL: 612.636.7056 Issue Date: Drawn by: Checked by:As indicated3/22/2024 1:01:59 AMCOVER SHEET 231210-050 SCHEID RESIDENCEHOME REMODELING DEC 4, 2023 C.P. O.S. 670 Hidden Creek Trail, Mendonta Heights, MN 55118 G-100 SCHEID RESIDENCEHOME REMODELING 670 Hidden Creek Trail, Mendonta Heights, MN 55118 DRAWING INDEX No. Sheet Name:Rev: Issue: Date: GENERAL: G-100 COVER SHEET 1 REV #01 MAR 22, 2024 G-101 GENERAL INFORMATION 0 IFP DEC 4, 2023 G-102 SITE PLAN 1 REV #01 MAR 22, 2024 LANDSCAPING: L-100 LANDSCAPING PLAN 0 REV #01 MAR 22, 2024 DEMOLITION: D-100 DEMOLITION PLANS 1 REV #02 JAN 08, 2024 D-101 DEMOLITION PLANS 1 REV #02 JAN 08, 2024 D-102 DEMOLITION PLANS 0 IFP DEC 4, 2023 D-200 DEMOLITION ELEVATIONS 0 IFP DEC 4, 2023 ARCHITECTURAL: A-100 FLOOR PLANS 1 REV #01 MAR 22, 2024 A-101 FLOOR PLANS 1 REV #01 MAR 22, 2024 A-102 FLOOR PLANS 0 IFP DEC 4, 2023 A-200 BUILDING ELEVATIONS 1 REV #01 MAR 22, 2024 A-201 BUILDING ELEVATIONS 0 IFP DEC 4, 2023 A-202 BUILDING ELEVATIONS Copy 1 0 IFP DEC 4, 2023 A-300 BUILDING SECTIONS 0 IFP DEC 4, 2023 A-400 ENLARGED PLANS 0 IFP DEC 4, 2023 A-401 ENLARGED PLANS 0 IFP DEC 4, 2023 A-402 ENLARGED PLANS 0 IFP DEC 4, 2023 STRUCTURAL: S-100 STRUCTURAL PLANS 0 IFP DEC 4, 2023 S-101 STRUCTURAL PLANS 0 IFP DEC 4, 2023 N 1 : 1200011SITE LOCATION Rev: Description:Date: 0 ISSUE FOR PERMIT DEC 4, 2023 1 REVISION #01 MAR 22, 2024 1 1 32 18" BE 14 " BE 13 " BE 13 " BE 10 " BE 16 " BE 14 " BE 14 " BE 12 " CH 8" BE 8" RM 12 " BE 10 " AS (DEAD) 13 " BE 12 " CHXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XXXXFLD. VFY.20'-0"27'-6"FLD. VFY. 40'-0"APPROX. SIDE YARD376'-3 1/2"31'-4"APPROX. SIDE YARD180'-7 1/4"FLD. VFY.12'-0"FLD. VFY. 13'-0"APPROX.52'-5" EXST'G.APPROX. 25'-5 3/4" EXST'G. SITE DEMO LEGEND: EXISTING STRUCTURE TO REMAIN (1,450 SF). EXISTING STRUCTURE ABOVE TO REMAIN (327 SF). EXISTING PAVEMENT DEMOLITION. PROPERTY BOUNDARY REQUIRED YARD SETBACKS ROOF OVERHANG EXISTING PAVEMENT TO REMAIN. EXISTING DECK ABOVE DEMOLITION. SITE PLAN GENERAL NOTES: A. SITE DIMENSIONS ARE BASED ON SURVEY PROVIDED BY EDS,DATED 08/28/2023.B. NEW ADDITION FINISHED FLOOR ELEVATION TO MATCHEXISTING BASEMENT AND FIRST FLOOR ELEVATIONS(BASEMENT F.F.E = 88'-5 3/4" & 1ST LEVEL F.F.E. = 100'-0"RESPECTIVELY) - REFERS TO CONCRETE SLAB AND WOODSUBFLOORING.C. SLOPE GRADING AWAY FROM NEW FOUNDATION AT AMINIMUM OF 5% INCLINE FOR THE FIRST 10 FEET. D. REFER TO LANDSCAPING PLANS FOR FINAL LANDSCAPINGPLANTING . EXISTING NEIGHBOR STRUCTURE TO REMAIN. EXISTING LANDSCAPING TO REMAIN. CONCRETE PAVEMENT DEMOLITION.APPROX. REAR YEARD287'-0" (MEASURED AT MEAN DISTANCE)REQ'D. REAR SETBACK57'-4 3/4" (20% AVERAGE LOT DEPTH)REQ'D SIDE YARD 15'-0" REQ'D SIDE YARD 15'-0" APPR O X. 26'-7" EXST'G. APPROX. LOT WIDTH 147'-0 1/2" (MEASURED AT 30' FROM FRONT YARD)REQ'D FRONT YARD40'-0"SITE PLAN KEY NOTES: 1. EXISTING NEIGHBOR STRUCTURE TO REMAIN.2. EXISTING TWO STORY RESIDENCE AND ATTACHED GARAGE TOREMAIN.3. EXISTING DRIVEWAY AND WALKWAY PAVEMENT TO REMAIN.4. EXISTING DECK STRUCTURE TO REMAIN - REFER TOSTRUCTURAL PLANS FOR NEW COLUMN RE-ARRANGEMENT.5. DEMOLISH PORTION OF EXISTING CONCRETE SLAB SHOWNTONED FOR CONSTRUCTION OF NEW ADDITION - FIELD VERIFY SCOPE OF WORK.6. DEMOLISH PORTION OF EXISTING DECK SHOWN TONED IN ITSENTIRETY.7. DEMOLISH PORTION OF EXISTING PAVEMENT FORREPLACEMENT.8. EXCAVATION FOR NEW SWIMMING POOL CENTERED ONHOUSE LIVING ROOM WINDOWS - FIELD VERIFY SCOPE OFWORK.9. NEW ADDITION - REFER TO ARCHITECTURAL ENLARGEDFLOOR PLANS. 10. NEW WOOD DECK AND STAIRS.11. NEW PAVEMENT.12. NEW 20'x40' SWIMMING POOL.13. NEW 8'x9' BULLFROG HOT TUB/SPA-X8 SERIES (ALTERNATE #1:A SERIES)14. REMOVE EXISTING BOXELDER TREE.15. REMOVE EXISTING (DEAD) ASH TREE TRUNK.16. 5´H PREFINISHED METAL FENCE WITH PICKETS SPACED SOTHAT A FOUR INCH (4") SPHERE CANNOT PASS THROUGH.17. SELF-CLOSING FENCE GATE WITH RELEASE MECHANISM PLACED A MINIMUM OF FIFTY-FOUR INCHES (54") ABOVE THEBOTTOM OF THE GATE. 01 01 02 03 05 06 07 08 04 269'-4"14 14 (1) THUS (11) THUS EQ EQ C L 07 6'-0" POO L 40'-0" 6'-0"6'-0"POOL20'-0"10'-0"APPROX. SIDE YARD376'-3 1/2"31'-4"APPROX. SIDE YARD180'-7 1/4"APPROX.52'-5" EXST'G.APPROX. 25'-5 3/4" EXST'G.APPROX. LOT DEPTH.287'-0" (MEASURED AT MEAN DISTANCE)REQ'D. REAR SETBACK57'-4 3/4" (20% AVERAGE LOT DEPTH)REQ'D SIDE YARD 15'-0" APPR O X. 26'-7" EXST'G. APPROX. LOT WIDTH 147'-0 1/2" (MEASURED AT 30' FROM FRONT YARD)REQ'D FRONT YARD40'-0"REQ'D SIDE YARD 15'-0" SITE LEGEND: EXISTING STRUCTURE TO REMAIN (1,450 SF). EXISTING STRUCTURE ABOVE TO REMAIN (327 SF). NEW PAVEMENT (1,085 SF) . PROPERTY BOUNDARY REQUIRED YARD SETBACKS ROOF OVERHANG EXISTING PAVEMENT TO REMAIN. NEW DECK ADDITION (531 SF). EXISTING NEIGHBOR STRUCTURE TO REMAIN. EXISTING LANDSCAPING TO REMAIN. NEW ADDITION (156 SF). NEW ADDITION 13'-0"NEW ADDITION12'-0"APPR O X. 44'-10" 01 01 02 03 09 04 10 11 1229'-6 1/4"31'-0"20'-0"52'-0" 10'-0"36'-0"17'-6"DECK12'-0"35'-0" 13 11 ALT #1 BUFFER AREA25'-0"BUFFER AREA 25'-0"(PENDING FINAL WETLAND DELINIATION)69'-5" PRELIMINARY(PENDING FINAL WETLAND DELINEATION)112'-0 3/4" PRELIMINARY10'-0"CONCRETE BASKETBALL COURT56'-8"C O N C. BASKETBALL C O URT 41'-1 3/4"269'-4"5´H PREFINISHED METAL FENCE 17 17 17 17 16 16 16 916 915914 913912 911 910 909 908 10'20'5'10' 20'5' Scale: Project number:BCDAPrinted on:654321 ABCD654321 LIC.# BC637442TEL: 612.636.7056 Issue Date: Drawn by: Checked by:1" = 20'-0"3/22/2024 8:38:48 AMSITE PLAN 231210-050 SCHEID RESIDENCEHOME REMODELING DEC 4, 2023 C.P. O.S. 670 Hidden Creek Trail, Mendonta Heights, MN 55118 G-102 1" = 20'-0"1 SITE DEMOLITION PLANN 1" = 20'-0"2 SITE PLANN Rev: Description:Date: 0 ISSUE FOR PERMIT DEC 4, 2023 1 REVISION #01 MAR 22, 2024 1 1 1 1 1 1 33 18" BE 14 " BE 13 " BE 13 " BE 10 " BE 16 " BE 14 " BE 14 " BE 12 " CH 8" BE 8" RM 12 " BE 10 " AS (DEAD) 13 " BE APPROX. SIDE YARD376'-3 1/2"31'-4"APPROX. SIDE YARD180'-7 1/4"SITE DEMO LEGEND: EXISTING STRUCTURE TO REMAIN (1,450 SF). EXISTING STRUCTURE ABOVE TO REMAIN (327 SF). PROPERTY BOUNDARY REQUIRED YARD SETBACKS ROOF OVERHANG EXISTING PAVEMENT TO REMAIN. SITE PLAN GENERAL NOTES: A. SITE DIMENSIONS ARE BASED ON SURVEY PROVIDED BY EDS,DATED 08/28/2023. B. STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION DETAILS TO BESUBMITTED AT TIME OF PERMIT. EXISTING NEIGHBOR STRUCTURE TO REMAIN. EXISTING LANDSCAPING TO REMAIN. AREA OF DISTURBANCE AND SILK FENCE PERIMETERAPPROX. REAR YEARD287'-0" (MEASURED AT MEAN DISTANCE)REQ'D. REAR SETBACK57'-4 3/4" (20% AVERAGE LOT DEPTH)REQ'D SIDE YARD 15'-0" REQ'D SIDE YARD 15'-0" APPR O X. 26'-7" EXST'G. APPROX. LOT WIDTH 147'-0 1/2" (MEASURED AT 30' FROM FRONT YARD) SITE PLAN KEY NOTES: 1. EXISTING NEIGHBOR STRUCTURE TO REMAIN.2. EXISTING TWO STORY RESIDENCE AND ATTACHED GARAGE TOREMAIN.3. EXISTING DRIVEWAY AND WALKWAY PAVEMENT TO REMAIN.4. AREA OF DISTURBANCE SHOWN HATCHED.5. PERIMETER SILK FENCE SHOWN DASHED WITH BOLD LINES. 01 01 03 APPROX. REAR YARD269'-4"04 02 BUFFER AREA25'-0"BUFFER AREA 25'-0" 05 05 05 10'20'5'10' 20'5' Scale: Project number:BCDAPrinted on:654321 ABCD654321 LIC.# BC637442TEL: 612.636.7056 Issue Date: Drawn by: Checked by:1" = 20'-0"3/25/2024 11:40:43 AMSWPPP BOUNDARY 231210-050 SCHEID RESIDENCEHOME REMODELING DEC 4, 2023 C.P. O.S. 670 Hidden Creek Trail, Mendonta Heights, MN 55118 G-103 1" = 20'-0"1 SITE DEMOLITION PLANN Rev: Description:Date: 0 REVISION #01 MAR 22, 2024 34 12 " CHXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 18" BE 14 " BE 13 " BE 13 " BE 10 " BE 16 " BE 14 " BE 14 " BE 12 " CH 8" BE 8" RM 12 " BE 10 " AS (DEAD) 13 " BE LIGHTING KEY: PATH LIGHT TRANSFORMER UPLIGHTBUFFER AREA25'-0"BUFFER AREA 25'-0" T POOL HOT TUB PAVER POOL DECK EXISTING RESIDENCE CONCRETE PAD NEW DECK STEPS NEW DECK ABOVE PLANT BED EDGING KARL FOERSTER GRASS (5) DWARF BALSAM FIR (3) WINE N ROSES WEIGELA (3) LAWN AUTUMN BRILLIANCE SERVICEBERRY (1) BOULDER OUTCROPPING KARMINA CRANESBILL (8) WALKERS LOW CATMINT (5) MULCH PLANT BED EDGING ANNABELLE HYDRANGEA (9) KARL FORESTER GRASS (15) LIMELIGHT TREE HYDRANGEA (4) WALKERS LOW CATMINT (10) BOULDER OUTCROPPINGS (APPROX. 29) KARL FOERSTER GRASS (5) MULCH KARL FOERSTER GRASS (6) WALKERS LOW CATMINT (3) AUTUMN BRILLIANCE SERVICEBERRY (1) PALACE PURPLE CORAL BELLS (7) BOULDER OUTCROPPINGS PLANT BED EDGING LAWN DEGROOTS ARBORVITAE (3) KARMINA CRANESBILL (3) ANNABELLE HYDRANGEA (3) BOULDER RETAINING WALL LAWN BASKETBALL HOOP KARL FOERSTER GRASS (4) SUMMERWINE NINEBARK (1) CREEPING PHLOX (6) PLANT BED EDGING POOL FENCE - REFER TO SITE PLAN FOR SPECIFICATIONS.20'-0"27'-6"FLD. VFY. 40'-0" EQ EQ C L APPROX. SWIMMING POOL EXCAVATION, SHOWN DASHED. REMOVE (11) EXISTING BOXELDER TREES IN THEIR ENTIRETY. REMOVE PORTION OF EXISTING LANDSCAPING AS REQUIRED. REFER TO CIVIL PLANS FOR ADDITIONAL DEMOLITION NOTES. REMOVE (1) EXISTING ASH TREE (DEAD). 10'20'5'10' 20'5'Landscaping & Tree Farm850 KELLY RD. HUDSON, WI 54016SCHEID RESIDENCE-STROLE & CO.670 HIDDEN CREEK TR. MENDOTA HEIGHTS, MNSCALE:1:20DATE: March 22, 2024DRAWING #:L-100NORTH N 1" = 20'-0"2 LANDSCAPING PLAN 1" = 20'-0"1 LANDSCAPING DEMOLITION PLANN 0 NEW SHEET 35 36 3b.937 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 FLAT SCREEN TV PROJECTION SCREEN15'-7 3/4"Area = 192.49 ft² STORAGE 042 Area = 582.48 ft² GAME ROOM 040 Area = 30.52 ft² STAIRS 001THEATER EQUIPMENTArea = 113.11 ft² SAFE ROOM 015 Area = 441.14 ft² FAMILY ROOM 002 Area = 183.51 ft² BAR 003 Area = 44.98 ft² STORAGE 004 Area = 104.25 ft² STORAGE 005 Area = 45.61 ft² HALLWAY 010 Area = 163.98 ft² MECH. RM. 011 Area = 52.04 ft² BATHRM. 012 Area = 193.68 ft² BEDRM. 013 Area = 42.50 ft² CLOSET 014 FIELD VERIFY 10'-7 1/2" SHOWERW/CUBBY SHOE SHELVES GLASS DOORSINK Area = 31.89 ft² CLOSET 020 Area = 102.18 ft² HALLWAY 030 Area = 23.64 ft² MECH. RM. 031 Area = 190.60 ft² THEATER 032 Area = 238.87 ft² BEDRM. 033 Area = 52.11 ft² CLOSET 034 Area = 89.43 ft² BATHRM. 036 Area = 141.70 ft² POOL EQUIP./STORAGE 043 UP WASHER AND DRYER FLAT SCREEN TVArea = 190.99 ft² GYM 022 Area = 184.82 ft² SEATING 021 Area = 38.64 ft² SAUNA 025 MIRRORMIRROR Area = 29.96 ft² RESTRM. 02412'-0"13'-0" A-400 2 DISPLAY SHELVING COORDINATE OUTLETS PLACEMENT WITH OWNER FRIDGE RUBBER FLOORINGUP BSMT. SLAB EL. = 88'-5 3/4" BSMT. SLAB EL. = 88'-5 3/4" BSMT. SLAB EL. = 88'-5 3/4" BSMT. SLAB EL. = 88'-5 3/4" BSMT. SLAB EL. = 88'-5 3/4" BSMT. SLAB EL. = 88'-5 3/4" 03 03 03 03 03 02 02 01 02 02 02 0202 02 02 030303 0303 03 02 01 0101 01 01 01 01 08.a 05 08.h 08.g 06 06 08.c 01 01 01 02 01 01 06 07 07 06 07 08.f 14 14 11 11 11 11 12 12 13 01 01 17 17 04 09 A4 A4 A4 A4 Ex A4 Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex ExEx Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex ExEx Ex Ex Ex ExEx ExEx Ex ExEx ExEx Ex Ex Ex ExEx Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex2'-0"CLEXIST'G.DOOR. R.O. A-400 5 A-400 3 01 EQ EQ FIELD VERIFY 11'-11 3/8" CL74"x83"DOOR. R.O.01 4'-10 3/4" CL62"x83"DOOR. R.O.Ex01 Ex 6'-6" CLON STAIRSCENTEREDA-400 4 03 BSMT. SLAB EL. = 88'-5 3/4" Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex Ex ExEx 08.e Area = 66.22 ft² CLOSET 035 Area = 81.82 ft² STAIRS 128 Ex 08.d 16 12 07 07 07 07 15 15 15 10 10 Ex3 1/2"3'-8 1/4"FIELD VERIFY 8'-11 1/2" 05 05 ExCL ALT #1 32.75"x59.75"WD. R.O. 11 A-400 1 A-300 1 A-300 2 A-200 5 A-2006 A-200 3 A-2004 A-200 1 A-2002 87.75"x17.75"WD. R.O.06 36" VAULT DOORSTORAGESTORAGE5'-3 3/4"5'-3 3/4"CL M8 VFY. W/VENDOR 3'-4"PROVIDE ALTERNATE FOR SCREENS AT SEATING AREA(PROVIDE RADIANT HEAT FIXTURES AND POWER SUPPLY)15 15 2'-0" 15 38"x90" GAS FIRE TABLE(PROVIDE BURIED GAS LINE) FURNITURE BY OWNER (TYP.)FURNITURE BY OWNER (TYP.) PROVIDE NEW LED LIGHTING AND REPLACE EXISTING FANS WITH 72" INDUSTRIAL FANS NEW BEAM ABOVE PROVIDE ALTERNATE FOR SCREENS AT SEATING AREA(PROVIDE RADIANT HEAT FIXTURES AND POWER SUPPLY)15 UP 70" FLAT SCREEN TV (PROVIDE WALL OUTLET AND MOUNTING BRACKETS) WATER HYDRANT SCREEN WALL, REFER TO ELEVATIONS. 07 S4S4 S4 CL63"x94"DOOR. R.O.4'-4 1/8"3'-4 1/8"7'-8 1/4"15 0' 1' 2' 3' 4' 5'10' Scale: Project number:BCDAPrinted on:654321 ABCD654321 LIC.# BC637442TEL: 612.636.7056 Issue Date: Drawn by: Checked by:1/4" = 1'-0"3/22/2024 1:02:06 AMFLOOR PLANS 231210-050 SCHEID RESIDENCEHOME REMODELING DEC 4, 2023 C.P. O.S. 670 Hidden Creek Trail, Mendonta Heights, MN 55118 A-100N 1/4" = 1'-0"1 BSMT. LEVEL - FLOOR PLAN PLAN KEY NOTES: GENERAL PLAN NOTES: A.EXISTING ITEMS TO REMAIN SHOWN TONED DOWN -PROTECT AS NECESSARY. B.TONED DOWN DASHED LINES INDICATE PROJECTION LINE ABOVE. C.INSTALL NEW BASE TRIM AND WINDOW/DOOR CASING IN THEIR ENTIRETY WITHIN AREA OF WORK. 1.EXISTING WALLS AND ITEMS TO REMAIN SHOWN TONED DOWN. 2.EXISTING DOOR TO REMAIN. 3.EXISTING WINDOW TO REMAIN. 4.EXISTING STAIRS TO REMAIN. 5.PATCH SURFACES AS REQUIRED AT INTERFACE WITH DEMOLITION. 6.INFILL EXISTING DOOR OPENING WITH WOOD FRAME CONSTRUCTION TO MATCH EXISTING. 7.NEW DOOR. 8.REINSTALL EXISTING SALVAGED DOOR -FIELD VERIFY ROUGH OPENING SIZE. 9.NEW EXTERIOR WALL TO MATCH EXISTING WOOD CONSTRUCTION AND STUCCO EXTERIOR FINISH. 10.NEW ALUMINUM CLAD WOOD WINDOW. 11.NEW BATHROOM FIXTURES AND FINISHES -REFER TO ENLARGED PLANS. 12.NEW CABINETRY AND BUILT-IN FURNITURE -REFER TO ENLARGED PLANS. 13.NEW FIREPLACE. 14.NEW BEAM -REFER TO STRUCTURAL DRAWINGS (SHORE STRUCTURE AS REQUIRED). 15.NEW COLUMN AND FOOTING -REFER TO STRUCTURAL DRAWINGS. 16.PATCH FLOORING AT REMOVED POOL AND HOT TUB AS REQUIRED. 17.NEW GYPSUM BOARD FINISH, SHOWN WITH BOLD LINES. Rev: Description:Date: 0 ISSUE FOR PERMIT DEC 4, 2023 1 REVISION #01 MAR 22, 2024 1 3b10.58 EXISTING BUILT-INFIREPLACE & TVFLAT CEILING ABOVEFIREPLACE & TVFAN ABOVEA-4011A-4012A-4023A-4021A-4013A-4022BENCH WITH DOG KENNELCHANDELIERPANELED WALLCHANDELIERPROVIDE ELECTRIC JUNCTION BOX FOR TOILETRECESSED LIGHTING.DN.DN.DN.GARAGE SLABEL. = 98'-4 3/4"1st LEVELEL. = 100'-0"1st LEVELEL. = 100'-0"1st LEVELEL. = 100'-0"1st LEVELEL. = 100'-0"1st LEVELEL. = 100'-0"1st LEVELEL. = 100'-0"Ap-2002Area = 850.51 ft²GARAGE116Area = 111.81 ft²PANTRY105Area = 183.91 ft²DEN122Area = 228.83 ft²MASTER BATHRM.124Area = 19.04 ft²TOILET RM.125Area = 401.39 ft²MASTER BEDRM.123Area = 165.20 ft²MASTER CLOSET126Area = 383.39 ft²SEATING AREA103Area = NotEnclosedKITCHEN104Area = 67.90 ft²LAUNDRY RM.113Area = 104.30 ft²STAIRS115Area = 51.98 ft²MUD RM.114Area = 191.03 ft²DINING RM.110Area = 24.38 ft²POWDER RM.112Area = 37.65 ft²HALLWAY111Area = 49.76 ft²HALLWAY120Area = 472.25 ft²FAMILY RM.102Area = 100.51 ft²FOYER101Area = 128.14 ft²FRONT PORCH100Area = 59.83 ft²STAIRS1210101010101010404040202020202050103030303030303030303030303030303ABOVEABOVEABOVE030303051107061108.p1001010908.q070605050515151515180303ABOVEABOVE ABOVEABOVE ABOVEA-40145'-10 3/8"5 1/2"FLD. VFY.5'-8 1/8"12'-0"13'-0"CLA-4006020202021st LEVELEL. = 100'-0"1212FIREPLACE & TV10101010100505COFFERED CEILING.08.n16DN.01108'-1 1/4"3'-2 3/4"3'-2 3/4"3'-2 3/4"8'-1 1/4"CLCLCLCLEXST'GCLEXST'G.CL6'-6 1/8"EQEQCLFIELD VERIFY09A6A6ExExExExExExExExExExExExExExExMxMxMxMxExExExExExExExExExExExExExExExEx1313131314ExE6E61212ExExExExExExExA-3001A-3002A-2006A-2001A-2004A-2003A-200532.75"x41.75"WD. R.O.32.75"x21.75"TRANSOMWINDOW INSTALLATION NOTE: REFER TO INTERIOR KITCHEN ELEVATIONS FOR SILL HEIGHTS21.75"x17.75"TRANSOM21.75"x53.75"WDW. R.O.35.75"x41.75"WD. R.O.32.75"x21.75"TRANSOM35.75"x41.75"WD. R.O.32.75"x21.75"TRANSOM32.75"x41.75"WD. R.O.32.75"x21.75"TRANSOM87.75"x17.75"WD. R.O.1718DRYER & WASHERAp-4032DECK35'-0"DECK12'-0"6'-0"7'-0"0' 1' 2' 3' 4' 5'10'Scale:Project number:BCDAPrinted on:654321ABCD654321LIC.# BC637442TEL: 612.636.7056Issue Date:Drawn by:Checked by:1/4" = 1'-0"3/22/2024 1:02:08 AMFLOOR PLANS231210-050SCHEID RESIDENCEHOME REMODELINGDEC 4, 2023C.P.O.S.670 Hidden Creek Trail, Mendonta Heights, MN 55118A-1011/4" = 1'-0"11ST LEVEL - FLOOR PLANNPLAN KEY NOTES:GENERAL PLAN NOTES:A.EXISTING ITEMS TO REMAIN SHOWN TONED DOWN -PROTECTAS NECESSARY.B.TONED DOWN DASHED LINES INDICATE PROJECTION LINEABOVE.C.INSTALL NEW BASE TRIM AND WINDOW/DOOR CASING IN THEIRENTIRETY WITHIN AREA OF WORK.1.EXISTING WALLS AND ITEMS TO REMAIN SHOWN TONED DOWN.2.EXISTING DOOR TO REMAIN.3.EXISTING WINDOW TO REMAIN.4.EXISTING STAIRS TO REMAIN.5.PATCH SURFACES AS REQUIRED AT INTERFACE WITHDEMOLITION.6.INFILL EXISTING DOOR OPENING WITH WOOD FRAMECONSTRUCTION TO MATCH EXISTING.7.NEW DOOR.8.REINSTALL EXISTING SALVAGED DOOR -FIELD VERIFY ROUGHOPENING SIZE.9.NEW EXTERIOR WALL TO MATCH EXISTING WOODCONSTRUCTION AND STUCCO EXTERIOR FINISH.10.NEW ALUMINUM CLAD WOOD WINDOW.11.NEW BATHROOM FIXTURES AND FINISHES -REFER TO ENLARGEDPLANS.12.NEW CABINETRY AND BUILT-IN FURNITURE -REFER TOENLARGED PLANS.13.NEW FIREPLACE.14.NEW BEAM -REFER TO STRUCTURAL DRAWINGS (SHORESTRUCTURE AS REQUIRED).15.INFILL EXISTING PORCH OPENING AS REQUIRED TO MATCHEXISTING WOOD CONSTRUCTION AND EXTERIOR STUCCO FINISH.16.NEW GYPSUM BOARD FINISH SHOWN WITH BOLD LINES.17.EXISTING BUILT-IN TO REMAIN -MODIFY TO BE TALLER AND RE-FINISH WITH ENAMEL PAINT.18.CENTER SHOWER HEAD BETWEEN TILE AND SHOWER GLASS -REFER TO ENLARGED PLANS.Rev: Description:Date:0 ISSUE FOR PERMITDEC 4, 20231 REVISION #01MAR 22, 202413b11.59 Ex FIRST LEVELEL=100'-0"Ex JST. BRG.EL=110'-1 1/8"Ex H. JST. BRG.EL=115'-1 1/8"Ex BSMT. LEVELEL=88'-5 3/4"10'-1 1/8"11'-6 1/4"Ex GARAGEEL=98'-4 3/4"EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.03031001010105061110010111A-3002A-201207140413Ex FIRST LEVELEL=100'-0"Ex JST. BRG.EL=110'-1 1/8"Ex H. JST. BRG.EL=115'-1 1/8"1'-7 1/4"10'-1 1/8"Ex GARAGEEL=98'-4 3/4"02020203030303020303010101010101030801EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.01EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.Ex FIRST LEVELEL=100'-0"Ex JST. BRG.EL=110'-1 1/8"Ex H. JST. BRG.EL=115'-1 1/8"Ex BSMT. LEVELEL=88'-5 3/4"10'-1 1/8"11'-6 1/4"Ex GARAGEEL=98'-4 3/4"EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.010303030303010509ALT #1070413Ex FIRST LEVELEL=100'-0"Ex JST. BRG.EL=110'-1 1/8"Ex H. JST. BRG.EL=115'-1 1/8"Ex BSMT. LEVELEL=88'-5 3/4"10'-1 1/8"11'-6 1/4"Ex GARAGEEL=98'-4 3/4"EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.EXST'G ROOF SLOPES DN. AT 6" PER FT.03030303030303030303030303030302050101010101010105051110101010BEYOND1001100201A-3001A-20110607121413BEYONDBEYONDBEYONDTYP.0'1'2'3'4'5'10'0'1'2' 3' 4' 5'10'0'1'2' 3' 4' 5' 10'0'1'2' 3' 4' 5' 10'0'1'2' 3' 4' 5'10'0'1'2' 3' 4' 5'10'Ex FIRST LEVELEL=100'-0"Ex JST. BRG.EL=110'-1 1/8"0901Ex FIRST LEVELEL=100'-0"Ex JST. BRG.EL=110'-1 1/8"Ex H. JST. BRG.EL=115'-1 1/8"Ex BSMT. LEVELEL=88'-5 3/4"10'-1 1/8"11'-6 1/4"02010109Scale:Project number:BCDAPrinted on:654321ABCD654321LIC.# BC637442TEL: 612.636.7056Issue Date:Drawn by:Checked by:As indicated3/22/2024 1:02:12 AMBUILDING ELEVATIONS231210-050SCHEID RESIDENCEHOME REMODELINGDEC 4, 2023C.P.O.S.670 Hidden Creek Trail, Mendonta Heights, MN 55118A-2001/8" = 1'-0"5WEST BUILDING ELEVATION3/16" = 1'-0"1NORTH BUILDING ELEVATION1/8" = 1'-0"6EAST BUILDING ELEVATION3/16" = 1'-0"3SOUTH BUILDING ELEVATION3/16" = 1'-0"2BLDG. ELEV.3/16" = 1'-0"4BLDG. ELEV.ELEVATION KEY NOTES:ELEVATION GENERAL NOTES:A.EXISTING ITEMS TO REMAIN SHOWN TONED DOWN -PROTECTAS NECESSARY.B.ITEMS TO BE DEMOLISHED SHOWN WITH DASHED BOLD LINES.C.SHORE EXISTING STRUCTURE AS REQUIRED (SHORING DESIGNNOT INCLUDED).D.TONED DOWN DASHED LINES INDICATE PROJECTION LINE OFFLOOR BEYOND.E.COORDINATE ITEMS TO BE SALVAGE WITH OWNER.F.MODIFY EXISTING GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS AS REQUIREDIN CONFLICT WITH EXTERIOR WORK AND ADDITION.ELEVATION FINISHES:SIDING:•COLOR: EXISTING COLOR TO REMAIN.•AREA:-NORTH ELEVATION = 1,750 sf-EAST ELEVATION = 925 sf-SOUTH ELEVATION = 1,693 sf-WEST ELEVATION = 680 sf-NEW ADDITION = 394 sfTOTAL = 5,442 sf1.EXISTING WALLS AND ITEMS TO REMAIN SHOWN TONED DOWN.2.EXISTING DOOR TO REMAIN.3.EXISTING WINDOW TO REMAIN.4.NEW COLUMN FURRING.5.INFILL EXISTING PORCH OPENING AS REQUIRED TO MATCHEXISTING WOOD CONSTRUCTION AND EXTERIOR STUCCO FINISH.6.NEW DOOR -REFER TO FLOOR PLANS FOR DIMENSIONS.7.NEW WOOD DECK, STAIRS AND ASSOCIATED STRUCTURE -REFER TO STRUCTURAL PLANS.8.NEW WINDOW TO MATCH EXISTING OPENING -FIELD VERIFYEXISTING DIMENSIONS.9.NEW EXTERIOR WALL TO MATCH EXISTING WOODCONSTRUCTION AND STUCCO EXTERIOR FINISH.10.NEW WINDOW -REFER TO FLOOR PLANS FOR DIMENSIONS.11.NEW ADDITION -REFER TO FLOOR PLANS AND STRUCTURALDRAWINGS.12.SCREEN WALL TO MATCH EXISTING STUCCO FINISH.13.SCREEN WALL -REFER TO WALL TYPES FOR CONSTRUCTION.14.FAUX STONES FIREPLACE.Rev: Description:Date:0 ISSUE FOR PERMITDEC 4, 20231 REVISION #01MAR 22, 20241113b.1260 PLANNING STAFF REPORT MEETING DATE: April 30, 2024 TO: Planning Commission FROM: Sarah Madden, Community Development Manager SUBJECT: Planning Case 2024-07 MRCCA Permit APPLICANT: Erik and Stephanie Johnson (Applicants/Owners) PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1902 Glenhill Road ZONING/GUIDED: R-1 One Family Residential/LR Low Density Residential ACTION DEADLINE: May 27, 2024 INTRODUCTION Stephanie and Erik Johnson are the Applicants and Owners of the property located at 1902 Glenhill Road. They are requesting a Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area (MRCCA) Permit to install a new in-ground pool in the rear yard of their existing single-family residence. A public hearing notice for this item was published in the Pioneer Press and notice letters were mailed to all surrounding properties within 350-feet of the subject property. No public comments or objections were received as of the date of this report. BACKGROUND / SITE DESCRIPTION The subject property is legally described as Lot 4, Block 1, VALLEY VIEW OAK and is addressed as 1902 Glenhill Road. The lot is 17,344 s.f. in size and contains an existing 4,309 s.f. two-story single family home. The property is generally located at the northern point of the Glenhill Road cul-de-sac. (see image – below) The subject property is located in the Mississippi River Critical Corridor Area (MRCCA) in the Separated from River sub-district. The MRCCA Map of the subject property shows the bluff line approximately 62-feet from the subject property’s north lot line; with the 20-foot wide bluff impact zone (BIZ) shown approximately 42-feet from this same north line. No part of this proposal will impact or affect this bluff line or BIZ. The MRCCA Mapping system also identifies any Primary Conservation Areas (PCA), which include protected areas such as established Significant Existing Vegetative Stands or Native Plant 3c.61 Communities on properties inside the MRCCA district. The MRCCA map attached to this report identifies a green, cross-hatched area inside the bluff area north of this site as a Significant Vegetative Stand, approximately 122-ft setback from the north property line. No part of this proposal will impact this vegetative area, or any other PCAs. The Applicants received two Administrative MRCCA Minor Development Permits, one for a small addition on the subject property in April 2022, and the second approval for a replacement, slightly enlarged screen porch in June 2023. That work has been completed in compliance with the previously issued permits, and now the Applicants/Owners are proposing to install a new in-ground swimming pool in the rear yard of their property. A swimming pool is considered a structure under the City’s MRCCA ordinance which requires the Standard MRCCA Permit process. The improvements include a new 20x38 swimming pool, surrounding pool decking, new perimeter fencing around the pool area, and new landscaping features surrounding the perimeter of the entire property. The pool is consistent with the R-1 Single Family setbacks from side and rear property lines. The west side of the property contains a 20-ft drainage and utility easement which contains City sanitary sewer services as well as a watermain. The applicant is proposing to install landscaping features, including small retaining walls and a portion of the pool fencing within this easement. The applicant has met with staff to discuss the location of these improvements within this easement and is familiar with City Code requirements for the placement of improvements in utility easements, and their responsibility to replace at their own cost in the event that maintenance or other cause require the City or their designee to access these utilities. ANALYSIS Per Title 12, Chapter 3 Critical Area Overlay District a Critical Area Permit is required for the subject project. The following summary of the site is provided as reference: Standard Subject Property Conditions MRCCA Sub District Separated by River District (CA-SR) Bluff on Site No Bluff Impact Zone (BIZ) No Significant Vegetative Stands or Primary Conservation Area (PCA) No. The proposed swimming pool will be located on the northern side of the existing residential structure, and is more than 100-feet away from any PCA or significant vegetation. Subject to Section 12-3-9 Vegetation Management No. The proposal does not meet the criteria as no significant vegetation removal is proposed, and the property is not within the shore impact or bluff impact zones. Subject to Section 12-3-11 Land Alteration Standards and Stormwater Management Yes. The proposed project will include erosion control measures installed in advance of the project occurring, and the natural grades on the property will control and reduce any runoff, erosion, and sedimentation. Subject to Section 12-3-12 Site Plan Requirements Yes. Applicant has met Site and Landscape Plan requirements. 62 As described in Section 12-3-4 C.3., the Separated from River (SR) sub-district describes the management purpose as, “...provides flexibility in managing development without negatively affecting the key resources and features of the river corridor. Minimizing negative impacts to primary conservation areas and minimizing erosion and the flow of untreated storm water into the river are priorities…” As indicated on the attached GIS maps, the proposed improvements are more than 100-feet from any Significant Existing Vegetative Stands and the Bluff Impact Zone. Furthermore, the placement of the improvements on the western side of the back yard ensures that the more sloped area on the eastern side of the lot is undisturbed. The topography in this area is generally flat with a gentle slope upward beginning beyond the rear yard setback line. There are not steep slopes present surrounding the rear yard area and the grade is less than 18%. The existing evergreen trees on the eastern north property line are proposed to remain in place, and the applicant will install new landscaping and turf in disturbed areas after construction is completed, as well as along the perimeter of the property beyond the impacted area of the proposal for additional screening of the swimming pool area. The Applicant submitted a planting plan and intends to place a variety of new plantings as part of the project, including showy perennials, screening evergreen shrubs and trees, and some pollinator-friendly plants. The Erosion Control and Sediment Plan also illustrates that the existing grades will be maintained, and that a silt fence will be installed surrounding the project area and southern perimeter of the property to ensure a reduction in run-off or sedimentation following the natural slope towards Glenhill Road’s cul-de-sac. Per Code Sect. 12-3-12, the Detailed Site Plan must be drawn to scale and the proposed project accurately described through narrative and supporting maps and/or plans. The plan set for the improvements is attached to this report, and the site plan is included. The proposed improvements include the in-ground swimming pool, which requires the Standard MRCCA Permit review process, however the associated fencing, smaller than 2’ in height retaining walls, paver patio, and landscaping installations would typically require solely the Administrative Permit for Minor Development. The improvements result in an impervious surface calculation of 27.9%; While not a current City Code requirement, the overall improvements are consistent with the policy goals of the City. The Site and Landscaping Plan illustrates the “finishing” features for the swimming pool area, including the surrounding patio, 1.5’-2’ tall retaining walls, and a new pool fence with a gate. The proposed fence will be subject to a separate fence permit to be issued by the City prior to commencing work on the site. The addition of the pool fence and surrounding evergreen screening is consistent with the City Code requirements for safety and screening surrounding swimming pool areas. As proposed, the Project complies with the standards set forth in the MRCCA ordinance provided any conditions of approval are met. The location of the improvements on the western portion of the rear yard is desirable so that the existing slopes on the eastern corner of the property are not disturbed, and so that the existing level grades are maintained. There are no bluffs or bluff impact zones (BIZs) or Primary Conservation Areas (PCAs) present on the subject property. The project, as proposed, will not adversely impact any abutting or neighboring property. The associated grading and restoration activities with these improvements will be subject to the City’s rules and regulations including the Land Disturbance Guidelines. Staff has included a condition that all site work much comply with the standards and all appropriate permits must be obtained. INTERAGENCY REVIEW Under the MRCCA Ordinance, the city is required to submit the MRRCA permit request to the MNDNR and the National Park Service (NPS). The plan set and project information was transmitted to both agencies for their review and comment. At the time of this report the agencies have not provided a written response, and Staff will provide a verbal update of their correspondence at the Planning Commission meeting. 63 ALTERNATIVES 1.Approve the MRCCA-Critical Area Permit request for 1902 Glenhill Road, which would allow for the construction of a new 20x38 in-ground swimming pool and associated improvements and site work with the findings-of-fact that the proposed project is compliant with the policies and standards of the MRCCA Overlay District and City Zoning Code standards, and with certain conditions as included herein; or 2.Deny the MRCCA-Critical Area Permit based on revised or amended findings-of-fact that the application does not meet certain policies and standards of City Code as determined by the Planning Commission and may have negative impact on the surrounding neighborhood and/or properties; or 3.Table the request; direct staff to work with the Applicants and allow them more time to refine the plan for the property and extend the application review period an additional 60 days, in compliance with Minnesota State Statute 15.99. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the MRCCA-Critical Area Permit request for 1902 Glenhill Road, with the following conditions: 1.A building permit, including a fence permit, must be approved by the City prior to the commencement of any site work. 2.The new pool structure shall comply with all standards and rules under Title 9 Building Regulations Section 9-2-1: Swimming Pools, and Title 12 Zoning of the City Code, and the Minnesota State Building Code regulations. 3.The proposed project must comply with all requirements of the City’s Land Disturbance Guidance Document. All plans must be reviewed and approved by the Public Works Director. 4.All erosion control requirements as approved in the Erosion Control Plan must be put in place prior to the commencement of any grading and site work activities. Such measures must remain in place for the duration of the construction activities until proper site restoration plans are completed. 5.Any grading and/or construction activity related to the development of this lot shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and codes, as well as in compliance with the City’s Land Disturbance Guidance Document. 6.Best efforts will be made by the contractor(s) to “come clean, leave clean” during the course of construction on the Subject Property, and ensure new ground mulch or plant materials are free of any invasive species. 7.Prior to the release of any escrow payment, all disturbed areas in and around the project site, including the buffer area, shall be restored and have an established, protected and permanent ground cover immediately after the swimming pool project is completed. 8.Construction work shall occur only between the hours of 7:00 am and 8:00 pm weekdays; and 9:00 am to 5:00 pm weekends. 64 Attachments 1.General Location/Aerial Map 2.Narrative Letter 3.MRCCA Map 4.Certificate of Survey 5.Site and Landscaping Plan 6.Erosion Control Plan 65 FINDINGS-OF-FACT FOR APPROVAL MRCAA -Critical Area Permit for 1902 Glenhill Rd The following Findings of Fact are made in support of approval of the proposed requests: 1.The project includes a comprehensive planting plan. The Applicant will install turf and a variety of new vegetation once construction is complete. The improvements on situated on the lot in such a way that the existing grades and neighboring features on the lot will be disturbed to the least extent possible. Therefore, the proposal meets the general purpose and intent of the Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area (MRCCA) Separated from River Overlay District. 2.The proposed improvements and disturbance to construct and install the new in-ground swimming pool are low in intensity, and the project includes restoration of the area once developed with a variety of plant materials and increased screening and aesthetic features. The proposal is within the spirit and intent of the MRCCA Separated from River Overlay District that provides flexibility within the management purpose. 3.The proposed project will not be detrimental to the health, safety or general welfare of the community; should not cause any serious traffic congestion nor hazards; will not seriously depreciate surrounding property value; and said use appears to be in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the City Code and the Comprehensive Plan. 4.The construction and installation of the proposed in-ground swimming pool and associated improvements as shown in the plan must comply with all standards and regulations of the Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area Overlay District and Zoning Ordinance and other applicable ordinances; The proposal represents reinvestment in a residential neighborhood that is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan’s goals for residential land uses; and is consistent with current single-family development pattern of the neighborhood. 66 SITE PHOTOS – 1902 GLENHILL ROAD (2022- PRIOR TO PREVIOUS PORCH+ADDITION) REAR YARD – (note flat/level grade) REAR YARD – note flat/level grade) 67 66666666"" " ! "" 6 6666666666FMFMF M FM CULLIGAN LNGLENHILL RDNearmap US Inc, Dakota County, MN Location Aerial Map 1902 Glenhill Road Date: 4/26/2024 City of Mendota Heights0100 SCALE IN FEET GIS Map Disclaimer: This data is for informational purposes only and should not be substituted for a true title search, property appraisal, plat, survey, or for zoning verification. The City of Mendota Heights assumes no legal responsibility for the information contained in this data. The City of Mendota Heights, or any other entity from which data was obtained, assumes no liability for any errors or omissions herein. If discrepancies are found, please contact the City of Mendota Heights. Contact "Gopher State One Call" at 651-454-0002 for utility locations, 48 hours prior to any excavation. 3c1.68 3.c269 Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area MRCCA Boundary City and Township Boundaries Parcels MRCCA Primary Conservation Areas Natural Drainage Routes Shore Impact Zones Native Plant Communities Significant Existing Vegetative Stands Bluff Impact Zone Wetlands 100 Year Floodplain River Legend Light Gray Canvas    0 30 60ft  3c3. 70 3c4.71 3c5.72 3c6.73