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02-19-08 PCMany of you have seen or heard about the recent articles in the Star Tribune and City Pages about the mortgage scam that is being investigated in Otsego Preserve. I want to provide a bit of information about how that affects the rest of us. The City became aware that something was going on more than a year ago. We started getting complaints about lawns and houses not being maintained. When we tried to contact the property owners, we had a hard time figuring out just who owned the property. As the result we implemented a Rental policy last year, one of the first in the area. Last spring, during the Board of Review meeting, when people can come in and discuss their property valuation, we heard people who said that they paid less for their houses than the county records show. The county assessor told us that was often an indication that some type of scam was involved. Later we heard that the FBI was investigating people involved with the situation. Last year you may remember hearing about how New Prague, MN got caught in a similar scam and how it was going to affect the rest of the residents with increased property taxes. I want to explain how Otsego residents are NOT in the same position. When the developers went to New Prague, they talked the city into building all the roads, curbs, gutters, storm water ponds, water towers and sewer improvements and then assessing the cost to the houses to be later paid by the future owners. Costs like that can easily be upwards of $40 thousand dollars per house. If a house then goes into foreclosure, the city may not get the money to pay the assessment bonds for a few years so the rest of the taxpayers have to pick up the bill. Many cities have policies similar to those of New Prague. That did NOT happen in Otsego. Our policy is and has been that the developer pays all those costs up front. They build the roads; install sewer and water pipes, storm water ponds, etc. all to city specifications. We inspect them as they are being built. They pay us for the inspections. When complete, they give us title those improvements and a two year warranty at no cost to the city. They pay their share of the sewer and water plants and towers, up front. No assessments for infrastructure improvements are allowed on residential property. Only those in this room whose houses are physically connected to the sewer and water system have paid toward those costs. The rest of us have not paid a dime of those bonds. We have a policy that says "only the users pay." So just how big is our risk? We believe the risk is small. It really is no different than if your next door neighbor cannot make the payments on their house and it goes into foreclosure. The downside is this, if a house goes into foreclosure, the property taxes may not get paid on time. On a regular basis, we know that about 3 to 4 % of property taxes are paid late. People forget to pay, the property transferred to a new owner and the new mortgage company hasn't gotten all the paperwork complete, etc. Last year the county warned us that there was a slowdown in the payment rate. Very, very rarely do we not get the money. The reason is that if the property taxes don't get paid, governmental units get the property and can sell it for the back taxes. No matter who are the real owners of these houses, the mortgage companies don't want to lose any more money. The last thing they want to do is lose a $200-300,000 house because they didn't pay $3000 in taxes. (Keep in mind that the city's share of that $3000 bill is about $900.) In the past 15 years, we've gotten back about three properties. None of them had houses on them. How big is the problem? There are almost 5000 houses in Otsego. In a typical year the slow pay rate is about 2-4%. That represents about 100-200 houses. Unlike the newspaper articles that said there are as many as 130 houses affected, the actual records show 66 houses in Otsego Preserve are affected. That means we might be slow to collect about $50-$70,000 in property taxes. Currently we collect about $3.7 million in taxes a year. The amount at risk is under 2% of that tota I. When we did the 2008 budget, we adjusted our anticipated spending downward 8% knowing that some sort of shortage could happen. The tax statements you received in January reflect our adjusted budget. If you look at your city portion of the tax bill, it most likely went down or stayed the same. Mine went up 19 cents on a city portion of my tax bill which is about $750. What would we do differently? Remember these are single family houses. The city doesn't have any legal authority to interfere with who people decide to purchase their house from or who they select to be their mortgage company. The last thing any of us want is for the city to be at our closing when we buy or sell a house. Bottom line, I believe we have structured our policies and adjusted our budgets to get us thru this situation with the least possible impact on other residents of the city. 1010 WEST ST. GERMAIN STREET SUITE 600 ST. CLOUD, MN 56301-3406 MAIN: 320.252.4414 FAX: 320.252.4482 Via email and U.S. Mail February 14, 2008 MICHAEL ROBERTSON CITY ADMINISTRATOR CITY OF OTSEGO 8899 NASHUA AVE NE OTSEGO MN 55330 Re: IUP Permit and EAW for Randy and Karen Pouliot Land Dear Mr. Robertson: ITEM 3-1 LEE HANSON ATTORNEY MAIN OFFICE: 320.252.4414 FAX: 320.252.4482 LEE.HANSON@GPMLAW.COM Applicants in the above -referenced matter request the City Planning Commission consider this matter at its March 3, 2008 meeting instead of the February 19, 2008 meeting. The Elk River School District will not have an opportunity to act on the contract for the agreement to travel across its land until after the February 19 Planning Commission meeting. If you have any questions please contact the undersigned. Very truly yours, Lee Hanson Attorney LWH:smc cc: Daniel Licht GP:2330158 v1 GRAY, PLANT, MOOTY, MOOTY & BENNETT, P.A. A FULL-SERVICE LAW FIRM MINNEAPOLIS, MN • ST. CLOUD, MN • WASHINGTON, DC WWW.GPMLAW.COM NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS, INC. 4800 Olson Memorial Highway, Suite 202, Golden Valley, MN 55422 Telephone: 763.231.2555 Facsimile: 763.231.2561 plan ners(cynacplanning.com MEMORANDUM TO: Otsego Planning Commission FROM: Daniel Licht, AICP DATE: 14 February 2008 RE: Otsego — ISD 728/Pouliot IUP/EAW NAC FILE: 176.02 — 07.07 BACKGROUND The Planning Commission held a public hearing on 4 February 2008 to consider the above referenced applications. Following comments by City staff, the applicant and testimony by the public, the hearing was closed. The public comment period for the EAW required by Minnesota Rules 4410.1600 also ended on 13 February 2008. Minnesota Rules 4410.3100, Subp. 1 requires the City Council to make a declaration on the EAW prior to acting upon the IUP application. ANALYSIS Timeframe. The City is required to process consideration of the EAW in accordance with the timelines established by Minnesota Rules 4410.1700, Subp. 2.A. The City Council is required to make a declaration regarding the EAW within 30 days of the end of the EAW comment period. This date is 14 March 2008. The City Council must then act upon the IUP application within 60 days of the deadline for a decision on the need for an EIS in accordance with Minnesota Statues 15.99, Subp. 3.d. This date is 13 May 2008. Because of the inter -related nature of the EAW and IUP application, City staff is recommending that the Planning Commission and City Council take action on both applications concurrently before 14 March 2008. EAW. The City acting as the Regulatory Government Unit (RGU) in evaluating the EAW and making a declaration as to whether a project has potential for significant environmental effects is required to provide specific responses to the comments made regarding the EAW during the public comment period. Information received during the public hearing and 30 -day public comment period specific to the EAW are as follows: ■ Comments from the letter submitted 22 January 2008 by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture: The EAW should include a plan for reclaiming land for agricultural use prepared by a qualified soil scientist or soil technician. Response: A plan for reclaiming land for agricultural use prepared by a qualified soil scientist or soil technician will be considered as a condition of approval for the IUP. 2. Item 9 does not mention what will happen to the existing farmstead. Response: The existing farmstead is to remain during the excavation and after restoration of the property. Comments from the letter submitted 4 February 2008 by Jeremy P. Greenwood and Jeffery D. Gram, attorneys for Otsego Community Awareness Association: The EAW should be listed as "mandatory", not "discretionary". Response: Following the City Council's decision on 23 April 2007 to order preparation of a discretionary EAW for the project in accordance with Minnesota Rules 4410. 1000, Subp. 3, the proposer expanded the project to the extent that the threshold established by Minnesota Rules 4410.4300 Subp. 12. b for a mandatory EAW is exceeded. 2. The EAW does not mention a non-metallic general permit for the crusher use that is planned for the gravel mine. Response: A non-metallic general permit is required for use of the proposed crusher and may be addressed in relation to the submitted IUP application. 3. The potential impacts on Blanding's Turtles, a threatened species, warrants further investigation. Response: Disturbance of any wetland on the property is subject to approval of a wetland permit, which the applicant must apply for. Potential impacts to Blanding's Turtles will be mitigated by avoiding any impacts to the wetland areas adjacent to Otsego Creek and proposed installation of a flat bottomed culvert for the proposed temporary haul road crossing of an existing wetland allowing continued wildlife movement. 4. OCAA is concerned that the proposed gravel mine's impacts on water resources cannot be property evaluated at this time, nor can they be intelligently responded to, because the proposed impacts on water have significantly changed since the project was initially proposed and, indeed the proposed impacts are still changing. 2 Response: Potential impacts on water resources are to be mitigated by required compliance with the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance and Engineering Manual. 5. OCAA believes the EAW traffic estimate is inaccurate and minimizes the truck traffic that will be traveling city roads if the gravel mine goes forward. Response: The City Engineer concurs with the estimate of 184 average daily trips generated by the proposed use as stated in the EAW. 6. The proposed haul route for the gravel mine trucks will bring the trucks alarmingly close to hundreds of school children on a daily basis Response: MacIver Avenue is a public, designated collector street constructed to MSA standards to accommodate traffic levels up to 12,000 and 16, 000 vehicle trips per day, of which 20 percent may be anticipated to be heavy truck traffic of the type generated by the proposed use. The traffic generated by the proposed use is within the capacity of Maclver Avenue. Operation on Maclver Avenue is addressed by general traffic laws and Minnesota Statutes 169.444 specifically regulates operation of any motor vehicle upon public streets in relation to stopped school buses. 7. ...the EAW fails to consider the air emissions from the large number of trucks coming to and from the mine site daily. Response: Vehicle related emissions are subject to regulation by the EPA and/or MPCA. 8. ...the EAW still fails to "identify locations of nearby sensitive receptors and estimate impacts on them. Response: Potential impacts from fugitive dust to surrounding sensitive receptors will be mitigated by implementation of dust control measures to be required as a condition of the IUP. These measures have been identified by other environmental studies prepared within the City for grading projects of similar scope as adequate to mitigate potential impacts. 9. [Impact #24] also includes a substantial inaccuracy when it claims that there are merely 28 single family dwellings on rural parcels within a one - mile radius of the site. Response: Using Wright Count aerial photographs and City maps, 16 single family dwellings were identified within one-quarter mile of the excavation site where potential impacts from odors, noise and dust would be anticipated to be most severe. 10. The EAW is inaccurate in that it indicates that there are no parks, recreation areas or trails in proximity to the proposed site of the Gravel Mine. Response: The physical separation of the site and designated haul from existing City park facilities and commercial recreation uses mitigates any potential impact related to proximity of these sites. The trail along the east side of Maclver Avenue from 80th Street to CSAH 37 was constructed in part to provide for separation of pedestrians/bicyclists from vehicle traffic on Maclver Avenue which has a design capacity of 12,000 to 16,000 ADT including up to 20 percent heavy truck traffic of the type generated by the proposed use. Provided that the traffic generated by the proposed use is within the design capacity of Maclver Avenue, there is no impact to the existing trail. 11. Evidence on the record indicates that the gravel mine presents several incompatibilities with the City of Otsego Comprehensive Plan. Response: The authority to interpret and apply the policies of the Comprehensive Plan rests with the City Council. There are no findings by the City Council in the record showing that the proposed use is inconsistent with the provisions of the Comprehensive Plan. 12. The EAW inaccurately states that no new or expanded public services will be required as a result of the gravel mine. This is patently not the case. Response: The Zoning Ordinance allows for the City to require execution of a performance agreement as a condition of 1UP approval. The performance agreement may provide for City administration of the 1UP and enforcement of the terms and conditions of 1UP consistent with City observation of other similar projects. The performance agreement would provide for fees and securities to pay all costs incurred by the City in the administration and enforcement of the 1UP and performance agreement. There will be no impact to or expansion of public services resulting from the project. 13. Among the cumulative potential effects that the EAW should evaluate in this case is the "current aggregate effects" of the spate of development that has occurred along the Otsego Creek in recent years. Response: The City has adopted a Stormwater Management Plan for Otsego creek to address the potential impacts from development within the watershed. Measures implemented under this plan include improvement and capacity expansion of Otsego Creek from 701h Street to the wetland in Section 30 and cleaning out of Otsego Creek and installing increase capacity in culverts within in rural areas from the Section 30 wetland to the Mississippi River. Stormwater management for the proposed use will be adequately provided for by required compliance with 4 the Stormwater drainage provisions of the Zoning Ordinance and Engineering Manual with respect to rate control and water quality. 14. ...the EAW should evaluate whether on its own or as a cumulative effect... ... the gravel mine has the potential to contribute to the fish biology impairment of the Mississippi River. Response: Otsego Creek is an intermittent stream. Stormwater management for the proposed use will be adequately provided for by required compliance with the Stormwater drainage provisions of the Zoning Ordinance and Engineering Manual with respect to rate control and water quality. 15. OCAA believes the EAW has not adequately evaluated the gravel mines potential impacts to groundwater and nearby drinking water wells. Response: Soil borings taken on the subject site confirm that the excavation will be no closer than 10 feet to the known ground water level. Stormwater runoff is to be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance and Engineering Manual, including provisions for rate control and water quality. Accidental fuel spills will be handled in accordance with MPCA requirements. The City Engineer has stated that the proposed use will not negatively impact ground water resources. ■ Comments from the letter submitted 4 February 2008 by Ben J. Bastyr: Item #24 in the EAW regarding odors, noise and dust says the population near the site is "low". Response: The subject site is within a rural area and land uses abutting the excavation site include rural residential uses, agricultural farmsteads and agricultural fields. Using Wright Count aerial photographs and City maps, 16 single family dwellings were identified within one-quarter mile of the excavation site where potential impacts from odors, noise and dust would be anticipated to be most severe. The Comprehensive Plan policy cited in the letter is not applicable as the character of the area is not consistent with the definition of a low density residential neighborhood and establishment of permanent land uses to which the policy applies. The City has not required buffering measures for short term grading activities between undeveloped and developed properties, although the physical separation and screening of the proposed staging area is an issue to be considered as part of the IUP. The rural development character of the area abutting the subject sites and the performance standards established by the Zoning Ordinance and Engineering manual is sufficient to mitigate potential impacts related to the excavation of the Pouliot property. 2. How are 60ft. trucks going to access Co. Rd. 37 off MacIver Ave? ...item #28 in the EAW needs to be revised to answer "yes" to the question of needing to expand roads to serve the project. Response: The City of Otsego constructed Maclver Avenue to MSA Collector Street standards with substantial completion of the roadway in 2004. The plan for the intersection of Maclver Avenue and CSAH 37 was subject to Wright County review and approval. Modifications to CSAH 37 were required based on Wright County's review of the plans and understanding of the design capacity of Maclver Avenue. Construction traffic related to on-going development in the West Sanitary Sewer Service District currently utilizes this intersection. No modification of the CSAH 37/MacIver Avenue intersection is required to accommodate the traffic generated by the proposed use. ■ Comments from the letter submitted 4 February 2008 by Melora Kopp: EAW does not address the shallow residential water wells in the area. Response: Soil borings taken on the subject site confirm that the excavation will be no closer than 10 feet to the known ground water level. The City Engineer has stated that the proposed use will not negatively impact ground water resources. 2. There will be onsite equipment plus hundreds of trucks each day that drip grease, oil and fuel not to mention the very real possibility of an accidental fuel spill. Response: Stormwater runoff is to be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance and Engineering Manual, including provisions for rate control and water quality. Accidental fuel spills will be handled in accordance with MPCA requirements. The City Engineer has stated that the proposed use will not negatively impact ground water resources. 3. The EAW states that there are "no designated parks, recreation or trails in proximity to the site" I believe this is inaccurate. Otsego's Prairie Park is within 1 mile of the Pouliot property. The Stone Bridge Golf Course is one mile from the Pouliot property. There are numerous parks in every community south of 80th Street off MacIver that would be within a mile of the site. There is also the well -utilized walking path that runs all along MacIver that would be within proximity of the site and the one designated truck route. Response: The physical separation of the site and designated haul from existing City park facilities and commercial recreation uses mitigates any potential impact. The trail along the east side of Maclver Avenue from 80th Street to CSAH 37 was constructed in part to provide for separation of III pedestrians/bicyclists from vehicle traffic on Maclver Avenue which has a design capacity of 12, 000 to 16, 000 ADT including up to 20 percent heavy truck traffic of the type generated by the proposed use. Provided that the traffic generated by the proposed use is within the design capacity of MacIver Avenue, there is no impact to the existing trail. 4. The EAW states that "no public services will be required". I believe that police coverage will have to be addressed to keep all trucks (including empties and subcontractors) on the designated haul route and within posted speeds. Response: City administration of the IUP may be provided for through a performance agreement between the operator and the City that includes payment of City incurred expenses. Failure to comply with the terms and conditions of the IUP can lead to City action to revoke the IUP. ■ Comments from the letter dated 11 February 2008 submitted by Katie Evans: Response: The letter is submitted in support of a negative declaration on the EAW. No response is required. ■ Comments from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources received via e- mail on 13 February 2008: Response: The DNR provided no comments on the EAW. As such, no response is required. ■ Comments from submitted on behalf of Randy and Karen Pouliot received on 13 February 2008. Response: The letter is submitted in support of a negative declaration on the EAW. No response is required. ■ Comments from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency in a letter dated 12 February 2008. Response: There were no specific comments in the letter regarding the EAW requiring a response. As noted in the reports by City staff, the proposed use is similar in character to grading activities associated with development occurring in the City. Performance standards have been adopted as part of Federal and State regulations, the Zoning Ordinance and Engineering Manual that adequately anticipate and control the effects from potential impacts such as noise, dust, emissions or impacts to sensitive natural areas or public infrastructure. Furthermore, these potential environmental effects have been evaluated as part of other environmental studies for generally similar activities within the City and have been found not to have the potential for significant environmental effects when properly regulated. The IUP process, requiring numerous and significant conditions of 7 approval, a written enforceable agreement between the applicants and operator and the City and with the requirement of securities to insure compliance with the terms and conditions of the agreement provides adequate insurance that particular environmental concerns are properly mitigated and controlled. Adoption of findings that the proposed use has potential for significant environmental effects requiring preparation of an EIS would be inconsistent with past City actions and establish an unwanted precedent for approvals of future development applications implementing the plans and policies of the Comprehensive Plan. City staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt findings for a negative declaration regarding the EAW. IUP. It is an applicant's responsibility to demonstrate that a proposed use is consistent with City policies and established performance standards and satisfies the criteria for approval of a development application. With respect to the requested IUP, the record shows the application to be incomplete. Correspondence from City staff to the applicant had previously advised them of the deficiencies in the submitted plans presented at the public hearing, which are as follows: The applicant has not presented an executed legal agreement allowing them access across PID 118-500-193200 owned by ISD 728 for access to MacIver Avenue at 80th Street. A fully approved and executed agreement with ISD 728 acceptable to the City is central to the application submitted. All City staff review and presentations of the proposed IUP have been based upon the representation that such an agreement was in place or would be prior to the public hearing. Staff would not recommend any conditional approval of the IUP without receipt and review of a fully approved and executed Agreement. Without access to MacIver Avenue, the Planning Commission and City Council may consider findings that existing streets abutting the property have insufficient capacity to accommodate the use. 2. The submitted plans are not signed by a registered Professional Engineer as required on Page 1 of the Engineering Manual under Section 1.1. 3. The submitted plans do not include calculations required to verify compliance with stormwater management requirements outlined in Section 20-16-9 of the Zoning Ordinance and the Engineering Manual. 4. The submitted plans propose impacts to existing wetlands in terms of physical intrusion and potential hydrological disruptions. The applicant has not applied for or received approval of the required wetland permit and verification that the proposed impacts to the wetlands are not in conflict with the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance and Wetland Conservation Act. For this application, the ability of the applicant to secure an agreement for access across the ISD 728 and receive a wetland permit in compliance with the Wetland Conservation Act is uncertain. The City can, and often does, allow conditional approvals of IUP applications when satisfaction of such conditions necessary for compliance with established policies and performance standards can be determined on a technical basis or there is certainty that the condition can be complied with. In this case, these matters, and particularly the access agreement with ISD 728, are central to the application and thus cannot be considered for conditional approval. The applicant has had an extended period of time from the last application and throughout the EAW time period to pursue and obtain an Agreement with the school district. No agreement has been submitted to the City prior to closing the public hearing for this application. Because of the public interest in the proposed project, City staff would recommend that conditions included in an approval of the IUP be limited to performance related issues and not demonstration of unresolved technical compliance with established Zoning Ordinance and Engineering Manual requirements. Submission of additional information by the applicant to address these four items would require re -opening the public hearing to this and other information. The City Attorney does not recommend reopening the public hearing to avoid creating potential conflicts and inconsistencies in the established record for consideration of the application. The Planning Commission and City Council may consider the four unresolved items above as a basis for denying the application. Application Processing. Section 20-4-2.13 of the Zoning Ordinance provides that any person with interest in property within the City may make application for an IUP as allowed within the various zoning districts. Section 20-4-2.0 of the Zoning Ordinance provides that whenever an application for an interim use permit has been considered and denied by the City Council, a similar application involving the same property is not to be considered again by the Planning Commission or City Council for at least (1) year from the date of the initial application being denied. The City Council may decide to reconsider such an application before the one year period passes by a 4/5th vote of its members RECOMMENDATION City staff recommends adopting findings of fact recommending the City Council make a negative declaration regarding the EAW and that the IUP be denied in the form attached hereto consistent with possible action "C" below. POSSIBLE ACTIONS A. Motion to adopt findings of fact recommending the City Council make a negative declaration regarding the EAW and approval of the IUP in the form attached hereto. B. Motion to adopt findings of fact recommending the City Council make declaration the need for an EIS prior to consideration of the IUP application. C. Motion to adopt findings of fact recommending the City Council make a negative declaration regarding the EAW and denial of the IUP in the form attached hereto. C. Mike Robertson, City Administrator Judy Hudson, City Clerk/Zoning Administrator Andy MacArthur, City Attorney Ron Wagner, City Engineer Roger Stradal, DNR Gregg Downing, EQB Butch Belair, Eagle Trucking, Inc. Randy and Karen Pouliot, property owners Dr. Mark Bezek, ISD 728 Ben Bastyr, EAW Petitioner's Representative Jeremy Greenwood, Greenwood & Gram H CITN" OF 0 T S E G 0 NN RIGHT COUNTY, NIINNESOTA APPLICANT: Eagle Trucking, Inc. and Frattalone Companies. FINDINGS & RECOMMENDATION EAW — NEGATIVE DECLARATION APPLICATION: Consideration of an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) related to a proposed excavation within the City of Otsego. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING: 19 February 2008 FINDINGS: Based upon review of the application, and evidence received, the Planning Commission of the City of Otsego now makes the following findings of fact: A. The legal description of the subject site is PID118-500-193100, 118-500-192300,118-500- 1 92400 and 118-500-193200. B. The City has received an application for an interim use permit (IUP) to allow for excavation for transport of more than 50 cubic yards of material from the subject site. C. A petition requesting preparation of an EAW for the proposed CUP has been received by the City on 29 January 2007 and remains in effect for one year from that date. D. The City Council ordered preparation of an EAW for the project at their meeting on 23 April 2008. E. Preparation of the EAW is mandatory in accordance with Minnesota Rules 4410.4300, Subp. 12b. F. In accordance with Minnesota Rules 4410.0500, the Environmental Quality Board has designated the City as the Responsible Government Unit for determining if an EAW is to be prepared. G. Minnesota Rules 4410.1700 and Section 20-38-3.D.4 of the Zoning Ordinance require the City Council to consider the need for an EIS on whether a project has the potential for significant environmental effects based on (but not limited to) consideration of the following factors: a. Type, extent and reversibility of environmental effects. Finding: No permanent environmental effects will result from the project. b. Cumulative potential effects of related or anticipated future projects. Finding: The project does not create for potential cumulative environmental effects. C. The extent to which the environmental effects are subject to mitigation by ongoing public regulatory authority. Finding: The project is subject to Federal and State regulations and the performance standards specific to the use established by the Zoning Ordinance, Engineering Manual and City Code, which are adequate to anticipate and mitigate potential environmental effects. d. The extent to which environmental effects can be anticipated and controlled as a result of other environmental studies undertaken by public agencies or the project proposer, or of EISs previously prepared on similar projects. Finding: The project is similar in scope to other development related activities occurring within the City of Otsego related to implementation of the Comprehensive Plan. EAWs and AUARs prepared for other projects within the City establish that potential environmental effects related to the use can be appropriately mitigated by existing Federal and State regulations and performance standards established by the Zoning Ordinance, Engineering Manual and City Code. H. The Otsego Planning Commission conducted a public hearing at their regular meeting on 4 February 2008 to consider the EAW, preceded by published and m ailed notice; following a review of the application and receipt of evidence, the Planning Commission closed the public hearing. The 30 -day public comment period for the EAW required by Minnesota Rules 4410.1600 ended on 13 February 2008. The Planning Report dated 31 January 2008 and Memorandum dated prepared by the City Planner, Northwest Associated Consultants, Inc., is incorporated herein. K. The Engineering Review dated January 31, 2008 prepared by the City Engineer, Hakanson Anderson Associates, Inc., is incorporated herein. DECISION: Based on the foregoing information and applicable ordinances and criteria, the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council adopt a negative declaration regarding the need for an EIS. MOTION BY: SECOND BY: ALL IN FAVOR: THOSE OPPOSED: Attest: ADOPTED by the Otsego Planning Commission this 19th day of February, 2008. A Judy Hudson, Zoning Administrator/City Clerk Chair CITY OF 0 T S E G 0 WRIGHT COON"1'1', MINNESOTA APPLICANT: Eagle Trucking, Inc. and Frattalone Companies. FINDINGS & RECOMMENDATION EAW — POSITIVE DECLARATION APPLICATION: Consideration of an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) related to a proposed excavation within the City of Otsego. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING: 19 February 2008 FINDINGS: Based upon review of the application, and evidence received, the Planning Commission of the City of Otsego now makes the following findings of fact: A. The legal description of the subject site is PID118-500-193100, 118-500-192300,118-500- 1 92400 and 118-500-193200. B. The City has received an application for an interim use permit (IUP) to allow for excavation for transport of more than 50 cubic yards of material from the subject site. C. A petition requesting preparation of an EAW for the proposed CUP has been received by the City on 29 January 2007 and remains in effect for one year from that date. D. The City Council ordered preparation of an EAW for the project at their meeting on 23 April 2008. E. Preparation of the EAW is mandatory in accordance with Minnesota Rules 4410.4300, Subp. 12b. F. In accordance with Minnesota Rules 4410.0500, the Environmental Quality Board has designated the City as the Responsible Government Unit for determining if an EAW is to be prepared. G. Minnesota Rules 4410.1700 and Section 20-38-3.D.4 of the Zoning Ordinance require the City Council to consider the need for an EIS on whether a project has the potential for significant environmental effects based on (but not limited to) consideration of the following factors: a. Type, extent and reversibility of environmental effects. Finding: The project has potential for permanent environmental effects. b. Cumulative potential effects of related or anticipated future projects. Finding: The project has potential for cumulative environmental effects. The extent to which the environmental effects are subject to mitigation by ongoing public regulatory authority. Finding: The project is subject to Federal and State regulations and the performance standards specific to the use established by the Zoning Ordinance, Engineering Manual and City Code and further study is required to determine if these regulations are adequate to anticipate and mitigate potential environmental effects. The extent to which environmental effects can be anticipated and controlled as a result of other environmental studies undertaken by public agencies or the project proposer, or of EISs previously prepared on similar projects. Finding: The potential environmental effects resulting from the project cannot be adequately anticipated by other environmental studies. H. The Otsego Planning Commission conducted a public hearing at their regular meeting on 4 February 2008 to consider the EAW, preceded by published and m ailed notice; following a review of the application and receipt of evidence, the Planning Commission closed the public hearing. The 30 -day public comment period for the EAW required by Minnesota Rules 4410.1600 ended on 13 February 2008. The Planning Report dated 31 January 2008 and Memorandum dated prepared by the City Planner, Northwest Associated Consultants, Inc., is incorporated herein. K. The Engineering Review dated January 31, 2008 prepared by the City Engineer, Hakanson Anderson Associates, Inc., is incorporated herein. DECISION: Based on the foregoing information and applicable ordinances and criteria, the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council adopt a positive declaration regarding the need for an EIS. MOTION BY: SECOND BY: ALL IN FAVOR: THOSE OPPOSED: Attest: ADOPTED by the Otsego Planning Commission this 19"' day of February, 2008. 0 Judy Hudson, Zoning Administrator/City Clerk Chair CITY OF 0 T S E G 0 WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA APPLICANT: Eagle Trucking, Inc. / Frattalone Companies, Inc. 02-08-08 FINDINGS & RECOMMENDATION IUP DENIAL APPLICATION: Request for approval of an interim use permit (IUP) to allow excavation and transport of more than 50 cubic yards within the A-1, Agriculture Rural Service District. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING: 19 February 2008 FINDINGS: Based upon review of the application and evidence received, the Planning Commission of the City of Otsego now makes the following findings of fact: A. The legal description of the subject site is PID118-500-193100, 118-500-192300,118-500- 192400 and 118-500-193200. B. The subject site is guided by the Comprehensive Plan for future Low Density Residential and Low Density (Large Lot) Residential land uses within the Urban Service Expansion Area W2. C. The subject site is zoned A-1, Agriculture Rural Service District; Excavation and transport of material of more than 50 cubic yards not related to an approved developm ent plan is allowed as an interim use within this district subject to the criteria, conditions and performance standards established by the City Code, Zoning Ordinance and Engineering Manual. D. Consideration of the application is to be based upon (but not limited to) the criteria set forth by Section 20-4-2.F of the Zoning Ordinance: 1. The proposed action's consistency with the specific policies and provisions of the Otsego Comprehensive Plan. Finding: The proposed use is not consistent with the following policies of the Comprehensive Plan: a. The Comprehensive Plan states that "Transportation facilities shall be planned to function in a manner compatible with adjacent land use (O tsego 2004 Comprehensive Plan, page 23); and, b. The Comprehensive Plan calls for "existing streets [to be] upgraded in compliance with MNDoT standard specifications for construction (Otsego 2004 Comprehensive Plan, page 24); and, 2. The proposed use's compatibility with present and future land uses of the area. Finding: The subject site is surrounded by the following proposed/existing land uses: Direction Land Use Plan Zoning Map Existing Use North LD Residential A-1 District Agricultural fields Rural Sin le Family East LD Residential A-1 District Agricultural fields Rural Sin le Family South LD Residential A-1 District Agriculture fields Farmstead West I LD Residential I A-1 District I Agriculture fields The uses immediately surrounding the subject site include rural residential and agricultural uses. Conformance with established performance standards for the excavation use outlined by the Zoning Ordinance, Engineering Manual and City Code will provide for compatibility of the use with the surrounding rural area. 3. The proposed use's conformity with all performance standards contained within the Zoning Ordinance and other provisions of the City Code. Finding: The applicant has not demonstrated compliance with all applicable performance standards, including: a. The application does not include an executed agreement between the property owner/operator and ISD 728 to cross PID 118-500-193200 for access to Maclver Avenue at 80th Street. b. The submitted plans are not signed by a licensed Professional Engineer as required on Page 1 of the Engineering Manual in Section 1.1. C. The submitted plans do not include calculations related to stormwater drainage needed to determine compliance with Section 20-16-9 of the Zoning Ordinance. d. The applicant has not submitted a hyrology report needed to evaluate potential impacts to existing wetlands within the subject site and has not applied for or received approval of a wetland permit to disturb an existing wetland within the subject site to construct the proposed overland haul route to Maclver Avenue at 60th Street. 4. Traffic generation of the proposed use in relation to capabilities of streets serving the property. Finding: The applicant has did not provide an agreement with ISD 728 for access across PID to reach Maclver Avenue at 801h Street. The City Engineer has previously reviewed existing public streets abutting the property and determined that they are inadequate to accommodate traffic generated by the proposed use as: a. There are insufficient shoulder widths for the posted speeds along Mason Avenue, Marlowe Avenue, 80th Street and 83rd Street. b. Ditch slopes are too steep for posted speeds along Mason Avenue, Marlowe Avenue, 801h Street and 83rd Street C. There are insufficient turning radii for tractor -trailers at the intersections of Mason Avenue/CSAH 39 and 83rd Street/Mason Avenue. d. The City has not adopted plans to improve said streets to the specifications established by City Standard Plate 100. 5. The proposed use can be accommodated by existing public services and facilities and will not overburden the City's service capacity. Finding: Without overland access to Maclver Avenue at 80th Street, the proposed use 2 has the potential to overburden existing streets accessing the property. E. The Planning Report dated 31 January 2008 and Memorandum dated prepared by the City Planner, Northwest Associated Consultants, Inc., are incorporated herein. F. The Engineering Review 31 January 2008 prepared by the City Engineer, Hakanson Anderson Associates, Inc., is incorporated herein. G. The Otsego Planning Commission conducted a public hearing at their regular meeting on 4 February 2008 to consider the EAW, preceded by published and mailed notice; following a review of the application and receipt of evidence, the Planning Commission closed the public hearing. DECISION: Based on the foregoing information and applicable ordinances, the Planning Commission recommends the application be DENIED. MOTION BY: SECOND BY: ALL IN FAVOR: THOSE OPPOSED: ADOPTED by the Otsego Planning Commission this 19"' day of February, 2008. By: Chair Attest: Judy Hudson, Zoning Administrator/City Clerk CITY OF 0 T S E G 0 WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA APPLICANT: Eagle Trucking, Inc. / Frattalone Companies, Inc. FINDINGS & RECOMMENDATION IUP APPROVAL APPLICATION: Request for approval of an interim use permit (IUP) to allow excavation and transport of more than 50 cubic yards within the A-1, Agriculture Rural Service District. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING: 19 February 2008 FINDINGS: Based upon review of the application and evidence received, the Planning Commission of the City of Otsego now makes the following findings of fact: A. The legal description of the subject site is PID118-500-193100, 118-500-192300,118-500- 192400 and 118-500-193200. B. The subject site is guided by the Comprehensive Plan for future Low Density Residential and Low Density (Large Lot) Residential land uses within the Urban Service Expansion Area W2. C. The subject site is zoned A-1, Agriculture Rural Service District; Excavation and transport of material of more than 50 cubic yards not related to an approved development plan is allowed as an interim use within this district subject to the criteria, conditions and performance standards established by the City Code, Zoning Ordinance and Engineering Manual. D. Consideration of the application is to be based upon (but not limited to) the criteria set forth by Section 20-4-2.F of the Zoning Ordinance: 1 F, The proposed action's consistency with the specific policies and provisions of the Otsego Comprehensive Plan. Finding: The proposed use is consistent with the policies of the Comprehensive Plan. The proposed use's compatibility with present and future land uses of the area. Finding: The subject site is surrounded by the following proposed/existing land uses: Direction Land Use Plan Zoning Map Existing Use North LD Residential A-1 District Agricultural fields Rural Sin le Family East LD Residential A-1 District Agricultural fields Rural Sin le Family South LD Residential A-1 District Agriculture fields Farmstead West LD Residential A-1 District Agriculture fields The uses immediately surrounding the subject site include rural residential and agricultural uses. Conformance with established performance standards for the excavation use outlined by the Zoning Ordinance, Engineering Manual and City Code will provide for compatibility of the use with the surrounding rural area. 3. The proposed use's conformity with all performance standards contained within the Zoning Ordinance and other provisions of the City Code. Finding: The proposed use will be required to conform to all applicable provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, Engineering Manual and City Code. 4. Traffic generation of the proposed use in relation to capabilities of streets serving the property. Finding: The proposed access to the subject site utilizes streets with adequate capacity to accommodate the traffic generated by the proposed use. 5. The proposed use can be accommodated by existing public services and facilities and will not overburden the City's service capacity. Finding: The proposed use will be accommodated by existing public services and facilities. E. The Planning Report dated 31 January 2008 and Memorandum dated prepared by the City Planner, Northwest Associated Consultants, Inc., are incorporated herein. F. The Engineering Review 31 January 2008 prepared by the City Engineer, Hakanson Anderson Associates, Inc., is incorporated herein. G. The Otsego Planning Commission conducted a public hearing at their regular meeting on 4 February 2008 to consider the EAW, preceded by published and mailed notice; following a review of the application and receipt of evidence, the Planning Commission closed the public hearing. DECISION: Based on the foregoing information and applicable ordinances, the Planning Commission recommends APPROVAL of the application, subject to the following conditions: The comments of the Engineering Review dated January 31, 2008 are to be addressed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. 2. The use is allowed pursuant to the submitted plans and information approved by the City Council except as modified herein, including but not limited to the excavation phasi ng plan and shall at all times comply with the requirements of the City Code, Zoning Ordinance, Engineering Manual and the conditions of this permit. 3. The Final Grading / Closure Plan shall be completed within 30 days after termination of use of the Property. The reclamation/restoration security will be returned to the Property Owner upon confirmation by the City Engineer that all aspects of the Reclamation and Restoration Plan have been completed and ground cover is established. 4. The operator shall submit a plan for restoration of the site for agricultural use prepared by a qualified soil scientist or soil technician, subject to review and approval by City staff. 5. The hours of operation are restricted to 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday. No activities related to the grading operation shall occur outside of these times. Operations are prohibited on Saturdays, Sundays and Federal holidays. 6. The Property Owner and Operator shall cause the property or equipment located on the property to be secured from unauthorized entry. A locked gate across the haul road shall be 2 installed and locked appropriately when excavation is not in operation. Signs designating school bus stops shall be installed at locations determined by ISD 728 and their transportation contractor, subject to approval of the City Engineer. Vehicles used for hauling material from the site shall be subject to the following restrictions: a. All vehicles shall be licensed and maintained as required to operate on public streets. b. Vehicles shall obey all traffic laws. Vehicles shall be limited to the following routes to/from the subject site: MacIver Avenue between 60th Street and 80th Street and are to remain on County State Aid Highways or State Trunk Highways unless approved by the City Engineer. d. An executed agreement between the property owner, operator and ISD 728 for access across PID 118-500-193200 to allow access to MacIver Avenue at 80th Street for the duration of the interim use permit shall be submitted and is subject to review and approval of City staff. e. Vehicles shall be subject to seasonal road weight restrictions on local streets. 9. The operator shall comply with MPCA Minnesota Regulations APC 7005 and institute the following additional measures to control dust related to the operation: a. A rock construction access consistent with City Standard Plate 505 shall be provided at the site entrance. Provide for daily sweeping of MacIver Avenue and 80th Street or as deemed necessary by the City Engineer. C. All interior haul roads and processing or staging areas shall be surfaced with Class 5, subject to approval of the City Engineer. d. Apply water/chemical dust treatment to haul roads and exposed soils as deemed necessary by the City Engineer. e. The operator shall "wash" the trees being grown for sale on PID 118-500-192203 following a period of ten (10) consecutive days, subject to approval of City staff. 10. Site drainage and erosion control shall be provided for as required by the Zoning Ordinance and Engineering Manual, subject to review and approval of the City Engineer. 11. The Property Owner and Operator shall provide proof of an NPDES permit issued by the State of Minnesota for the Property, and Property Owner shall comply at all times with the conditions of that permit. 12. Disturbance of any wetlands or wetland impacts shall require issuance of a wetland per mit, subject to review by the Technical Evaluation Panel and approval of the C ity Engineer. 13. Noise generated on the subject site in relation to grading activities shall conform to Section 20-16-14 of the Zoning Ordinance with reference to MPCA Minnesota Regulations NPC 3 7010. 14. The property owner and operator shall provide the following securities as a letter of credit or cash escrow in amounts approved by the City Engineer within a performance agreement executed between the property owner, operator and City: Erosion control and restoration security in the amount of $3,000.00 per gross acre of land being actively graded or not fully restored at the completion of each phase. A street security as determined by the City Engineer for repair and overlay of designated City street haul routes damaged by vehicles involved in the exportation of material from the subject site, including trips to and from the subject site. C. A security in the amount of $10,000.00 for daily street sweeping. The security shall be re-established to $10,000.00 each time its balance falls below $1,000.00. The intent of the escrow is to allow the City Public Works Department to complete the required daily street sweeping if the operator fails to do so and recover costs incurred in this action. The City shall provide Property Owner with a monthly statement detailing any charges against the escrow. d. A cash escrow in the amount of $5,000.00 for the purposes of assuring that the City has funds available to cover costs of administering the operation. The escrow shall be re- established to $5,000.00 each time its balance falls below $1,000.00. It is the intent of this Agreement that the City have available to it at all times sufficient funds to administer the operation. e. The City shall provide Operator with a monthly statement detailing any charges against the escrow. f. At the end of the operation all remaining unused securities shall be returned to the Operator. 14. The property owner and grading operator shall execute a performance agreement with the City regarding the conditions of the IUP and provide all securities and administrative escrows required by it, subject to approval of the City Attorney. MOTION BY: SECOND BY: ALL IN FAVOR: THOSE OPPOSED: ADOPTED by the Otsego Planning Commission this 19"' day of February, 2008. 4 By: Chair Attest: Judy Hudson, Zoning Administrator/City Clerk Page 1 of 1 Judy Hudson From: "Michael North" <Michael.North@dnr.state.mn.us> To: <judy@ci.otsego.mn.us> Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2008 10:55 AM Subject: ISD 728/Pouliot Mining Permit #8 EAW The DNR has no comments on the referenced EAW. Thank you for the opportunity to review the EAW. 2/13/2008 Minnesota Pollution Control Agency 520 Lafayette Road North St. Paul, MN 55155-4194 1 651-296-6300 1 800-657-3864 1 651-282-5332 www.pca.state.mn.us �. is u! FEB 13 ?008 b§1 February 12, 2008 /Y— Ms. Judy Hudson Otsego City Clerk 8899 Nashua Avenue NE Otsego, MN 55330 RE: ISD 728/Pouliot Mining Permit #8 Environmental Assessment Worksheet Dear Ms. Hudson: The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has received copies of the Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) prepared for the above project, prepared by the city of Otsego, Responsible Governmental Unit (RGU). The MPCA has not reviewed the EAW for this project; therefore, the MPCA has no specific comments to provide the RGU. This decision not to review the EAW does not constitute waiver by the MPCA of any pending permits required by the MPCA. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the project proposer to secure any required permits and to comply with any requisite permit conditions. The enclosed checklist identifies permits that the project may require, together with the most recent contacts at the MPCA. We remind the RGU that, pursuant to Minn. R. 4410.1700, subp. 5 (Environmental Quality Board Rules), a copy of the RGU's decision on this EAW needs to be sent to the MPCA. Sincerely, Jessica Ebertz Planner Principal Environmental Review and Operations Section Regional Division JE:mbo Enclosure cc: Butch Belair, Eagle Trucking, Inc./Frattalone Companies 1111�7 St. Paul I Brainerd I Detroit Lakes I Duluth I Mankato I Marshall I Rochester I Willmar 150 YEARS ,/STATEHOOD 18582008 CHECKLIST After a cursory review of the proposed project, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) staff noted areas that may need additional follow-up and/or a permit from the MPCA. Those specific areas are checked below: ❑ SDS Permit — Sanitary Sewer Extension Permit A State Disposal System (SDS) Permit is required for any extension of a sanitary sewer. If a sanitary sewer is proposed as a part of this project, an application for the SDS Permit should be made to the MPCA by contacting David Sahli (Municipal Division, St. Paul office), at 651-296-8722. ❑ NPDES/SDS Permit for dredged material disposal. If disposal of dredged material is anticipated, then Julie Rantala (Industrial Division, St. Paul office) should be contacted at 651-297-8332. NPDES Permit — Construction Stormwater: A General National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit from the MPCA for construction activities will be required for all projects that disturb one (1) or more acres of land. The NPDES Permit specifically requires Best Management Practices which are detailed in the permit (additional information can be found in the MPCA document Protecting Water Quality in Urban Area) to prevent erosion and control sedimentation during construction and a stormwater pollution prevention plan to manage pollutants in storm - water runoff from the site that will occur after construction is complete. As a requirement of the NPDES Permit, storm -water wet -detention ponds must be installed to treat the storm -water runoff whenever a project replaces surface vegetation with one or more cumulative acres of impervious surface. If you have need of technical assistance regarding this, please contact Lawrence Zdon (Municipal Division, St. Paul office) at 651-297-8219 or Todd Smith (Municipal Division, St. Paul office) at 651-215-6008. For more general information, please contact the appropriate MPCA Regional Office staff below: ❑ Brainerd, Scott Lucas at 218-828-6069 ❑ Duluth, Jim Dexter at 218-529-6253 ❑ Detroit Lakes, Joyce Cieluch at 218-846-7387 ❑ Willmar/Marshall, Judy Mader (Big Stone, Chippewa, Cottonwood, Jackson, Kandiyohi, Meeker, McLeod, Renville and Swift Counties) at 651-296-7315 or Heidi Lindrgen (Lac qui Parle, Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Nobles, Pipestone, Redwood, Rock and Yellow Medicine Counties) at 507-537-7033 ❑ Rochester, Roberta Getman at 507-280-2996 Metro, Brian Gove (Ramsey and Washington Counties.) at 651-296-7036; Teddi Seibring-Trofm (Hennepin and Wright Counties) at 651-284-0299; Brandon Finke (Carver and Scott Counties) at 651- 215-0267; Paul Estuesta (Anoka and Sherburne Counties) or Duane Duncanson (Chisago, Dakota, Goodhue and Isanti Counties) at 651-296-7205 XNPDES Permit — Industrial Stor_rnwater ❑ Brainerd - vacancy ❑ Duluth, John Thomas at 218-723-4928 ❑ Detroit Lakes - vacancy ❑ Marshall, Eric Pedersen at 651-296-9626 ❑ Mankato/Rochester, Scot Sokola at 651-297-8479 ❑ Rochester, Jeff Smith at 507-285-7302 Major Facilities, Marni Kamowski (Industrial Division, St. Paul Office) at 651-297-8662 ❑ Individual Septic Tank System Individual septic tank systems design and construction must comply with Minn. R. 7080. For additional information, contact Mark Wespetal (Municipal Division, St. Paul office) at 651-296-9322. April 2007 Federal Water Quality Certification Wetlands are identified within the proposed project area. It is presumed that the project proposer and/or RGU verified whether these wetlands fall under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) prior to placing this environmental review document on public notice, and that the information identified in the required approvals section is accurate. If a federal Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 404 Individual Permit is required by the Corps, then an MPCA CWA Section 401 Water Quality Certification, or an MPCA statement waiving the - certification, must also be obtained as part of the permitting process. Under the Section 401 certification process, the MPCA is responsible for reviewing the proposal to determine if it will comply with state water quality standards in Minnesota Rules, Chapter 7050. Those standards require that when prudent and feasible alternatives are available, impacts to wetlands must be avoided. If prudent and feasible alternatives are not available, then the impacts to wetlands must be minimized and/or mitigated. Also, the potential impacts that a proposed project has on wetlands that are hydrologically connected to impaired waters is increasingly being evaluated by the MPCA during the Section 401 certification process. For further information, please contact Kevin Molloy (Municipal Division, St. Paul office) at 651-297-7572. ❑ Demolition Debris Demolition debris must be disposed of at a properly permitted disposal facility. For information on the location of one nearest you, please contact the appropriate MPCA Regional Office staff below: ❑ Brainerd, Curt Hoffman at 218-828-6198 ❑ Detroit Lakes, Roger Rolf at 218-846-0774 ❑ Duluth, Heidi Kroening at 218-723-4795 or Tim Musick at 218-723-4708 ❑ Marshall, Paul Kimman at 651-297-8592 ❑ Rochester, Cory Boeck at 507-280-5562 ❑ Metro, Don Nelson at 651-296-8621 ❑ Asbestos Asbestos may be present in the building(s) that will be demolished, which requires special handling. Please contact Jackie Deneen at 651-297-5847 or Derek Pemble at 651-297-8504 for additional information. ❑ Wells Abandonment and/or installation of wells must be done by a licensed well driller. Please contact the Minnesota Department of Health 651-201-4600 for additional information. ❑ Above and Below Ground Tanks The installation and/or removal of ALL above and below ground tanks must be reported to the MPCA before any work begins. Please contact the MPCA Customer Assistance Center at 651-297-2274 or 800-646-6247 for additional information. Cumulative Potential Effects A "cumulative potential effects" inquiry under Minn. R. 4410.1700, subp. 7, requires a Responsible Governmental Unit to inquire whether a proposed project, which may not individually have the potential to cause significant environmental effects, could have a significant effect when considered along with other projects that (1) are already in existence or planned for the future; (2) are located in the surrounding area; and (3) might reasonably be expected to affect the same natural resokirces. TA Other Issues Identified bmf April 2007 2 Katie Evans 11149 76h Lane N.E. Otsego, MN 55301 To: City of Otsego 8899 Nashua Avenue N.E. Otsego, MN 55330 February 11, 2008 Re: ISD 728/Pouliot Mining Permit and Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) Attn: Mayor Larry Fournier and City Council Members My name is Katie Evans, I graduated with a degree in Wildlife Ecology and Management, Biology, and Soil Science from the University of Wisconsin — Stevens Point, I am currently a technician for a Minnesota Soil and Water Conservation District, and I have served on a task force that has reviewed an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) for a mining operation in Minnesota. I would like to provide the City of Otsego the following information and reasons why I am in favor of the ISD 728/Pouliot Mining Project. I have been a resident of Otsego for many years and have recently moved back to the area and I am familiar with the proposed project site. I have been at every public meeting regarding this project and have listened to community concerns. I have also read the EAW that was submitted and I would like to submit my comments regarding this project. Please consider the following: Sand and gravel mining is an important industry in Minnesota that contributes significantly to the state economy. Constructed sand and gravel is used in concrete aggregates, concrete products, asphalt, road base, fill, snow and ice control, and other miscellaneous uses. In 1990, every person in the state of Minnesota consumed approximately 8.5 tons of sand and gravel. Sand and gravel consumption is so important to the economy that it is considered one of the most accurate measures of economic activity (Cynthia G. Buttleman of the MN DNR Division of Lands and Minerals, July 1992). William H. Langer of the United States Geological Survey (USGS) states the following information in the 2002 publication "Managing and Protecting Aggregate Resources:" "Aggregate is a high -bulk, low unit value commodity that derives much of its value from being located near the market. Transporting aggregate long distances can add significantly to the overall price of the product. For example, a city of 100,000 can expect to pay an additional $1.3 million for each additional 10 miles that the aggregate it uses must be hauled. Therefore, aggregate operations frequently are located near population centers and other market areas. Furthermore, citizens have their own ideas on how to use the land. Many citizens do not support mining, in part because they do not recognize the dependence of society on aggregate. Personal use is very little, if any, and individuals may not recognize aggregate mining as a necessary land use, even though the need for the commodity is constant. A survey conducted during 1994 concluded that the public in general believes mining exploits workers, harms the environment, harms the people in nearby communities, and has little personal benefit to the individual. For these and other reasons, citizens may prefer that stone and sand and gravel not be mined nearby. This "not in my back yard" syndrome may restrict aggregate development." Mr. Langer further states the following information regarding aggregate resources in Minnesota: "During 1984, Minnesota Statute 84.94 was enacted to protect aggregate resources; to promote orderly and environmentally sound development; to spread the burden of development; and to introduce aggregate resource protection into local comprehensive planning and land use controls. The legislation initiated county -level identification and characterization of aggregate resources, and directed county planning authorities to use the information to consider the protection of identified aggregate resources in their planning decisions. Substantial progress was made regarding the identification and mapping of aggregate resources, but by the late 1990's, little progress had been accomplished to protect aggregate resources. During 1998, the Minnesota Legislature created the "Aggregate Resources Task Force" to examine issues concerning the need for and use of the state's aggregate resources, (Laws of Minnesota 1998, Chapter 401, Section 50). The Task Force Final Report (Aggregate Resources Task Force, 2000) made a number of recommendations designed to facilitate the task of making wise use of aggregate resources. Minnesota is a pioneering state in both areas of aggregate resource mapping and sustainable community management. During the last decade, Minnesota has taken actions that have won it recognition as one of three leading States in applying principles aimed at achieving environmental and economic sustainability in the United States. Perhaps it will also lead the way in instituting measures for sustainable aggregate resource management. Minnesota's Governor and the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board convened the Minnesota Sustainable Development Initiative in 1993. The group's final report, Redefining Progress: Working toward a Sustainable Future, included the recommendation to inventory the State's natural resources. The Minnesota Round Table on Sustainable Development (MRTSD) grew out of the initiative, and was the main forum for advancing its goals and principles. Its flagship report Investing in Minnesota's Future elaborated five principles of sustainable development, the third of which — Conservation — makes note of the need to make wise and efficient use of Minnesota's renewable and non-renewable resources. Minnesota Statutes 2001 4A.07 mandated the preparation of a planning guide for local units of government to plan for sustainable development. That guide, Under Construction — Tools and Techniques for Local Planning (Minnesota Planning, 2002) describes aggregate as a potential community asset, and recommends that a county's natural aggregate resources should be recognized in a land use element." I have enclosed two maps that were generated by the State of Minnesota, Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Division of Lands and Minerals. These two Wright County maps were completed in 1997 and show areas in the county where potential aggregate resources occur. I have highlighted the proposed ISD 728/Pouliot Mining Project area on both of these maps and attached a map onto each showing a closer view of the proposed project. The first map, Aggregate Resources, Wright County, Minnesota, depicts the areas in the county that have been identified as potential aggregate resources (represented in orange). These are geological units that are inferred to contain potentially significant aggregate deposits. Gravel pit symbols and MN/DOT — aggregate symbols indicate identified resources. The geological units having potential for aggregate resources include terrace outwash, outwash, collapsed outwash, and ice -contact deposits. The proposed ISD 728/Pouliot Mining area is very well defined on this map as can be seen in the highlighted area. The two hills that are proposed to being graded down are distinctly identified as being potential aggregate resources, and they also contain the gravel pit symbol which further identifies them as an aggregate source. The second map, Aggregate Resources and Quaternary Geology, Wright County, Minnesota, depicts the areas in the county that contain ice -contact deposits (resented in yellow). These deposits contain sand, gravel, and silt, ranging from sandy silt to sandy pebble and cobble -gravel, complexly interbedded, and in places is moderately to well sorted. The two hills in question as part of this grading operation are also distinctly represented as ice -contact deposits as well as being identified again as a potential aggregate resource (represented by the gray dotted pattern). This pattern depicts geologic units that are inferred to contain potentially significant aggregate deposits, and as in the first map, gravel pit symbols and MN/DOT aggregate symbols indicate identified resources. I have brought this information to your attention because of comments and concerns that were stated that question whether or not this proposed project area is feasible to supply aggregate, and these maps depict that they are, in fact, identified sources of aggregate material. Below I have listed the potential benefits that this project would have for the City of Otsego and its citizens: • The amount of money that the city of Otsego could save with this project is huge when looking at the amount of growth in this area. It is also a great opportunity for the City to take advantage of this natural resource. • By mining the aggregate resource on this property, the grading of the site would reduce the steepness of the current slopes making the area able to support residential development. • Because of the close proximity of this site to the number of construction and development projects there would be a large reduction in pollution due to the fact that trucks would not be hauling material from other locations. Instead, material would be hauled from within the City of Otsego to projects within the City as well. • Close proximity to project sites within the City will also have safety benefits. Trucks will not have to haul material from remote locations and thus will not be driving through other towns. If material is mined from this location, trucks would only be hauling on one route, down MacIver Avenue, and a lot of the materials mined have the potential to be used within Otsego. • With the amount of material that is proposed to being graded off of the proposed project site, the City of Otsego would see a large yield return on a short term investment of time with the project being proposed to only take three years to completion. A concern raised by the community was relating to the location of the site. There have been seven other gravel operations in Otsego; however, none of them are near this proposed location, which happens to be one of the fastest growing areas in Otsego. This close proximity has the potential to save the City and its tax payers a lot of money. Another concern raised by the community was related to health concerns from mining due to silica sand. However, as reported by the MN DNR Division of Lands and Minerals, silica sand is mined in Southeastern Minnesota and not in this area. According to the Minnesota census, there was an estimated 6,837 people living in Otsego in 2003. It is now 2008, five years later, and it is certain that this number has risen. Otsego is a city that is growing very fast with new residential developments, new business, shopping malls, roads, and schools. There are approximately 50 people who have expressed opposition to this project (by speaking at the recent Planning Commission meetings, or who have submitted written comments). This is less than I% of the total population of Otsego. This project will present many benefits for the entire Otsego community, and decisions regarding the approval of this project should not be based solely on what 1% of the population say. It is easier for those who are in opposition of something to come forward and make the most noise; however, they are not a representation of the City as a whole and should not be treated as one. Listening to the comments raised by those who attend the recent meetings, I am appalled to find the number of those who make false accusations, present inaccurate information, and threaten other individuals of the community as well as threaten elected officials who may not agree with their opinions of this project. As an added note, I was appalled to see how some of our elected officials behave in these settings. Jolene Jorgensen, for example, is a member of the ISD 728 School Board who attended the February 4, 2008 Planning Commission meeting and spoke openly about the role that the School Board is playing in this project. I believe that as an elected official it is your duty to act as a neutral party and to be open when discussing projects that have an effect on the community that you represent. Another example that I saw of this was of Councilmember Tom Darkenwald who also attended the February 4, 2008 Planning Commission meeting and who I noticed to be "coaching" members of the community as they stepped up to state their comments relating to the proposed project. For a councilmember who will be involved with this decision, he should not be acting as a citizen participant. I find these to be conflicts of interest and elected officials who possess personal agendas and thus should not be able to represent the entire city when making these decisions. I would like to state again that I am in favor of this project because I believe it is a great opportunity for our growing Otsego community. We have the opportunity to use our own local natural resources and with the number of new developments and construction projects that are coming into our community, I don't think we should turn this down. Thank you for considering my comments regarding the ISD 728/Pouliot Mining Project. Sincerely, AA�VX17.4-,� Katie Evans tl 77 q� �, t • Pelican lake- _. 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Golden Valley, MN 55422 Telephone: 783.231.2555 Facsimile: 763.231.2581 plan ners:u-nacplanning.com PLANNING REPORT TO.- FROM: O:FROM: RE: REPORT DATE NAC FILE: BACKGROUND Otsego Planning Commission Laurie Smith / Daniel Licht Otsego — Cronies Bar and Grill; Rezoning, Preliminary/Final Plat, Site and Building Plan Review 14 February 2008 APPLICATION DATE: 22 January 2008 176.02 — 08.03 ACTION DATE: 21 March 2008 Centrasota Commercial has submitted a preliminary/final plat and site and building plans for Cronies Bar and Grill. The 9,630 square foot building is proposed to be constructed east of Quaday Avenue NE and west of TH 101 to the north of Otsego Waterfront West. The subject site is currently zoned A-1, Agricultural -Rural Service Area but is guided for future commercial uses by the Comprehensive Plan. The applicant is requesting to rezone the site to B-3, General Business District to allow for the proposed restaurant and bar use. The subject site was subdivided from the balance of the surrounding 19.39 acre parcel owned by the Richard E. Lefebvre Trust by recording the division at Wright County without City approval in accordance with the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance. As such, approval of a preliminary and final plat is also being requested to legally establish the lot. Exhibits: A. Site Location B. Final Plat C. Site Plan D. Building Elevations E. Floor Plan F. Grading Plan G. Utility Plan H. Landscape Plan ANALYSIS Comprehensive Plan and Zoning. The applicant is requesting a Zoning Map amendment to allow for a rezoning of the subject site from A-1, Agricultural -Rural Service Area to B-3, General Business District to allow for the proposed use. The B-3 District allows for restaurants with on -sale liquor as a permitted use. Consideration of the Zoning Map amendment is to be based upon, but not limited to the criteria established in Section 20-3-21 of the Zoning Ordinance: The proposed action's consistency with the specific policies and provisions of the Otsego Comprehensive Plan. Comment: The subject site is guided for commercial uses by the Comprehensive Plan as a part of a concentrated retail area near the intersection of TH 101 and CSAH 39. The proposed restaurant use is a destination service business consistent with the intended character of this area. 2. The proposed use's compatibility with present and future land uses of the area. Comment. The subject site is surrounded by the following existing and planned land uses: Direction Land Use Plan Zoning Map Existing Use North Commercial A-1 District Agricultural field East Commercial PUD District Waterfront East TH 101 South Commercial PUD District Otsego Waterfront West Commercial A-1 District Agricultural field The proposed use will be compatible with the planned commercial character and complementary of other existing businesses in the area. 3. The proposed use's conformity with all performance standards contained within the Zoning Ordinance and other provisions of the City Code. Comment. The subject site and proposed use shall be required to comply with all provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance and Engineering Manual. 4. Traffic generation of the proposed use in relation to capabilities of streets serving the property. Comment. Quaday Avenue will be extended the width of the subject site with sufficient planned capacity to accommodate traffic generated by the proposed use. 5. The proposed use can be accommodated by existing public services and facilities and will not overburden the City's service capacity. Comment: Sanitary sewer and water utilities will be extended the width of the proposed lot from Otsego Waterfront and adequate City services exist to accommodate the proposed use. Lot Requirements and Setbacks. The following table displays the lot requirements and setbacks for uses in the B-3 District along with those being proposed by the applicant. Lot Setbacks Area Lot Width Front Side Rear Required 1 acre 200 feet 30 feet 10 feet 20 feet Proposed 1.64 acres 195 feet 106 feet 10 feet 92 feet The proposed project is consistent with all lot requirements except for width of the lot as defined by the Zoning Ordinance. If the initial subdivision of the subject site recorded at Wright County had been processed in accordance with the Subdivision Ordinance, there would have been verification that the lot conformed to all applicable lot requirements as a condition of approval. Conveyance of land without approvals required by the Subdivision Ordinance is a violation of Section 21-10-3 of the Subdivision Ordinance. That the subject site was subdivided by recording at Wright County without City approval is not justification for allowing the width to be less than 200 feet as required for lots in the B-3 District by variance or establishment of a PUD -CUP. City staff recommends that applicant or property owner be required to obtain additional land necessary to comply with the 200 foot lot width requirement and submit a full set of revised preliminary plat and final plat documents for review. Access. The site plan identifies two access points from the subject site. The primary access to the site will be to the north of the proposed building directly off of Quaday Avenue. Access to Quaday Avenue would also be available via a shared driveway with the Holiday Inn property to the south. The second access point would primarily provide circulation between businesses or service vehicle access for maintenance, deliveries and trash pick-up. The applicant is required to extend Quaday Avenue from its current end at the north line of the Otsego Waterfront development to the north line of the subject site. The design of Quaday Avenue is to be consistent with the existing street to the south within the Otsego Waterfront development and is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. A temporary cul-de-sac is proposed at the north end of Quaday Avenue and extends beyond the 80 foot right-of-way into the proposed lot. A temporary easement is required for the temporary cul-de-sac to encroach upon the subject site. The applicant must also provide a site plan showing restoration of the temporary cul-de-sac for when Quaday Avenue is extended in the future (this cost will be borne by those extending Quaday Avenue). Where Quaday Avenue currently ends with a temporary cul-de-sac, the applicant will be required as a condition of preliminary plat and final plat approval to 3 remove the temporary cul-de-sac, restore the concrete curb, sidewalk and grass areas within the boulevard and Holiday Inn yard at their cost. Six foot concrete sidewalks are proposed around the perimeter of the restaurant building as well as along the front lot line of the subject site. Pedestrian curb ramps are provided in the parking lot area to allow for pedestrian circulation between the restaurant and the sidewalk along Quaday Avenue. Building Design. The proposed restaurant building is a one-story structure constructed primarily of EFIS with cultured ledge stone and stone cap accents. The building is proposed be to 27.5 feet in height from the finished floor elevation to the top of the proposed parapets. This height is consistent with height limitations for the B-3 District. Standing seam metal awnings are proposed over the front entry and window areas. These materials are acceptable exterior building materials in the B-3 District. Staff suggests that the columns of the cultured ledge stone material at the building entrance be extended up to the parapet to provide additional visual emphasis and to break up the long horizontal span of EFIS material. Patio. A patio is proposed along the west building elevation consisting of approximately 360 square feet. The applicant will need to be aware of the requirements for construction of patios to restrict exterior access if liquor is to be served on the patio. Landscaping. Section 20-16-7.0 of the Zoning Ordinance requires landscape plans for commercial properties to address the perimeter of the subject site, perimeter of the proposed building and perimeter of parking and loading areas. A landscape plan for the perimeter of the building and the parking area has been submitted. A total of 21 trees and 103 shrubs are proposed for the site. A variety of trees and plants are proposed that are appropriate for the area and the proposed plantings are consistent with the City's size and height requirements. The proposed plan adequately addresses the building's perimeter, however, City staff recommends that additional trees be provided along the north property line to space plant locations 40 feet on center. Off -Street Parking. Restaurants, bars and banquet facilities must provide one parking stall for each 40 square feet of gross floor area for dining and bar areas and one parking stall for each 80 square feet of kitchen area. Being more of a commercial entertainment use, the game room area should provide one stall per 200 square feet of floor area. The required parking breakdown for the proposed project is as follows: Use Area Requirement # of Stalls Dining 1,463 sq. ft. 1 stall/40 s.f. 37 Bar 2,263 sq. ft. 1 stall/40 s.f. 56 Game Room 2,100 sq. ft. 1 stall/200 s.f. 11 Banquet 706 sq. ft. 1 stall/40 s.f. 18 Patio 360 sq. ft. 1 stall/40 s.f. 9 Kitchen 1,775 sq. ft. 1 stall/80 s.f. 22 Total 153 4 The proposed site plan indicates a total of 127 parking stalls, including four handicap accessible stalls. Staff feels that the number of proposed parking stalls is adequate for the subject site based on anticipated interchange between the restaurant, bar and game facilities within the building and seasonal use of the patio. Snow Removal. Only 0.28 acres of the 1.64 acre subject site is pervious surface. Stormwater drainage is accommodated by the regional stormwater basis within Waterfront West adjacent to the Mississippi River. The applicant must provide a plan for removal of snow from the property to be dumped at the regional storm pond as there is no room for on-site storage. The snow removal plan is subject to review and approval of City staff. Signs. The applicant has not submitted details regarding the proposed site signage. All signs must comply with the provisions of Section 37 of the Zoning Ordinance. Prior to placement of any signs on the subject site, sign plans and specs must be reviewed and approved by City staff and a sign permit shall be approved. Lighting. The applicant has not submitted a lighting plan. As a condition of approval, a lighting plan must be submitted identifying the type, location and height of all exterior light sources and a photometric light plan showing compliance with Section 20-16-10 of the Zoning Ordinance and subject to review and approval of City staff. Trash Enclosure. A trash enclosure area is shown on the submitted site plan at the southeast end of the building. The trash area should be constructed of the same exterior materials as the building so as to blend into the structure. Grading Plan. The applicant has submitted a grading plan showing existing and proposed contours. Site grading is subject to the review and approval of the City Engineer. Utility Plans. Plans for sanitary sewer, water and storm sewer have been submitted for the subject site. These plans show extension of utilities within Quaday Avenue from their current end at the north line of Otsego Waterfront. All utility plans are subject to the review and approval of the City Engineer. The applicant shall pay applicable SAC and WAC fees at the time the development contract is executed. Park Dedication. Platting of the subject site triggers park and trail dedication requirements. Commercial plats are required to pay $7,000.00 per buildable acre subdivided in accordance with Section 21-7-18.1.2 of the Subdivision Ordinance. The buildable area of proposed Lot 1, Block 1 and Quaday Avenue right-of-way is 2.0 acres. The required park and trail dedication fee is $14,000 and must be paid at the time the development contract is executed. 5 Development Contract. As a condition of final plat approval, the applicant is required to enter into a development contract with the City and pay all fees and securities required by it. The development contract shall be executed and recorded with the final plat within 100 days from the date of City Council approval. RECOMMENDATION City staff recommends tabling the application and directing the applicant and/or property owner to address the width of the subject site to comply with the requirements of the B- 3 District. POSSIBLE ACTIONS Decision 1 — Zoning Map Amendment A. Motion to approve a Zoning Map amendment rezoning the subject site from A-1 District to B-3 District based on a finding that the request is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. B. Motion to deny the application based on a finding that the request is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan. C. Motion to table. Decision 2 — Preliminary/Final Plat A. Motion to approve a preliminary and final plat for Lot 1, Block 1 Cronies Addition based on a finding that the request is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Ordinance, subject to the following conditions: No building permit shall be issued for PID 118-500-154101 until a preliminary and final plat is approved for a lot conforming to the requirements of the B-3 District as this parcel is an unapproved subdivision in accordance with Section 21-10-3 of the Subdivision Ordinance. 2. The applicant or property owner shall acquire additional property necessary to comply with the minimum 200 foot lot width required within the B-3 District and submit a complete set of revised development plans as outline in Sections 21-6-2 and 21-6-3 of the Subdivision Ordinance. n 3. The applicant shall submit a revised site plan illustrating restoration of the temporary cul-de-sac. The cost and responsibility for removal and restoration of the temporary cul-de-sac shall be those extending Quaday Avenue in the future. 4. The applicant shall submit temporary public right-of-way easement for the temporary cul-de-sac, subject to review and approval of City staff. 5. The applicant shall submit an executed ingress/egress easement between the subject site and Lot 1, Block 1 Otsego Waterfront 4t' Addition, subject to review and approval by City Staff. 6. The applicant shall pay applicable SAC and WAC fees at the time the development contract is executed. 7. The design and construction of all streets and utilities shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 8. All grading, drainage and erosion control plans shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 9. The applicant shall pay $14,000.00 as satisfaction of park and trail dedication requirements in lieu of land at the time the development contract is executed. 10. The applicant shall enter into a development contract subject to review and approval by the City Attorney, which is to be recorded with the final plat within 100 days of City Council approval. B. Motion to deny the application based on a finding that the request is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance and/or Subdivision Ordinance. Decision 3 — Site and Building Plan A. Motion to approve a site and building plans for Lot 1, Block 1 Cronies Addition, subject to the following conditions: 1. The exterior building plan shall be revised to extend the columns of the cultured ledge stone material at the building entrance up to the parapet. 2. The landscape plan shall be revised to include additional trees be provided along the north property line to space plant locations 40 feet on center and provide a plan for in -ground irrigation. 7 3. The applicant shall provide a plan for removal of snow from the property to be dumped at the regional storm pond within Outlot A, Waterfront West, subject to review and approval of City staff. 4. All signs shall comply with Section 37 of the Zoning Ordinance and prior to placement of any signs on the subject site, sign plans and specs must be reviewed and approved by City staff and a sign permit shall be approved. 5. A lighting plan shall be submitted identifying the type, location and height of all exterior light sources and a photometric light plan showing compliance with Section 20-16-10 of the Zoning Ordinance, subject to review and approval of City staff. 6. The exterior trash enclosure shall be constructed of the same exterior materials as the principal building. C. 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Phone: 763/427-5860 Fax: 763/427-05200 MEMORANDUM To: Honorable Mayor and City Council cc: Mike Robertson, Administrator Judy Hudson, Clerk Dan Licht, NAC Andy MacArthur, City Attorney Ronald Wagner, P.E. City Engineer Philip Rondeau, Centrasota Commercial Rich Simon, Cronie's Gameroom Bar & Grill Steve Carlson, Cronie's Gameroom Bar & Grill Andrew Berenberg, P.E., Loucks Associates From: Brent Larson, P.E. Dan Sidla, PLS Date: February 14, 2008 Re: Cronies Gameroom Bar & Grill We have reviewed the Final Plat, dated 1/22/08, Preliminary/Final Plans, dated 1/22/08, for the above - referenced project and would offer the following comments: Final Plat A written agreement regarding allowing Cronies access to the Holiday Inn's driveway is required. 2. The Electric Transmission Line easement along the east side of the property differs between drawings. Some reference document number 1031636 and others reference document number 552630. The layouts of the easements associated with each of these documents do not match. 3. The plan indicates that there is an underground gas line near the south property line (possibly servicing the Holiday Inn). This gas line appears to run under part of the building and the parking lot. The gas line will need to be relocated to within the provided easements along the lot line. 4. The hydrant coverage is insufficient. An additional hydrant(s) is required. All hydrants and watermain to the hydrants shall be covered by a minimum 20' wide drainage and utility easement centered over the pipe. 5. The legal description is not complete. It does not identify the section, township, range, county or state where the property is located in 6. The graphic portion of the plat does not follow the calls in the description. Deflection angles are called out in the description but turned angles are shown on the plat C:\Documents and Settings\Tami\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Content.IE5\ALXMOZ9C\ot2500 Cronies rvwl.doc Preliminary/Final Plans Title Sheet 1. Plans shall be signed (all sheets). 2. The Electric Transmission Line easement along the east side of the property differs between drawings. Some reference document number 1031636 and others reference document number 552630. The layouts of the easements associated with each of these documents do not match. (All Sheets) 3. Provide the contact name and number for the record owner/developer. Also the contact name for the Architect is missing. 4. This submittal is being considered for preliminary and final approval at this time. The plans and submittal shall provide all required information for both types of submittals. Therefore the following additional information shall be submitted at this time: a. A street and storm sewer profile sheet(s). b. Hydrology and storm sewer calculations. C. Geotechnical report with soil borings and recommended R -value. d. Statements certifying the environmental condition of the site and that no wetlands are located on the site. e. Grading and Construction Specifications. Preliminary Plat (CM) 1. The following existing conditions shall be depicted: i. Existing zoning classifications for land in and abutting the subdivision. ii. Show location, names, widths of existing streets, buildings, etc. iii. Provide the location, size, and elevations of existing sewers, watermain, culverts, and other utilities within 150' of the project boundaries. 2. The existing contours are missing. 3. Include the block number along with the lot number. 4. The Benchmark being used for this project is the Top Nut of the Hydrant at the northeastern edge of the Quaday Avenue NE cul-de-sac. It is unclear how the Top Nut elevation for this hydrant was obtained. Removal Plan (Sheet C1-2) 1. Please remove the old Otsego Waterfront Outlots D and E labels and refer to the property to the south as Lot 1, Block 1 Otsego Waterfront 4t' Addition. (All sheets) 2. Verify there is no septic system on site.Hakanson Anderson CADocuments and Settings\Tami\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Content.IE5\AU Assoc., (nc. 3. The note to "remove and salvage casting..." for the storm sewer structure in the southeast corner of the site on the Holiday Inn site refers to a City standard drive over casting. The City of Otsego does not have a typical, flat, drive over casing as would be needed in this instance. Please call out the type of casting proposed and include a detail in the plans. Site Plan (Sheet C2-2) Please depict the removed cul-de-sac and curb and gutter as lighter, background, lines and/or in different line types. 2. Provide a proposed final driveway entrance layout off of Quaday Avenue NE for after the temporary cul-de-sac is removed in the future. The current two entrances will not be allowed when the cul-de-sac is removed. 3. Provide the overall layout of the existing and proposed streets, sidewalk, sewers, watermain, and other underground facilities within 150'. We suggest the utilities be shown in a background color to help the readability of the plans. 4. See final plat comment #3. 5. The reverse curve in the Holiday Inn driveway at Quaday Avenue NE may be difficult to navigate for larger delivery trucks. Please provide horizontal curve information for the realignment of the driveway. Grading Plans (Sheet C3-1) 1. Locations and results of soil borings, percolation tests, etc. 2. The minimum grade along curb and gutter along Quaday Avenue NE is 0.601/o. We suggest providing the minimum grade throughout the parking lot also. 3. Please remove the old existing spot elevations from the areas that are to be regraded. 4. Please provide additional proposed spot elevations (top curb or gutter line) and grades through out the parking area especially along the cul-de-sac radius and driveway entrances. 5. Depict the existing contours offsite and the proposed contours tying into them. SWPP Plan (Sheet C3-2) 1. No comment. Hakanson Anderson CADocuments and Settings\TamiTocal Settings\Temporary Intemet Fi1es\Content.IE5\ALS Assoc., Inc. ; Utility Plans (Sheet C4-1) Provide the location, size, and elevations of existing sewers, watermain, culverts, and other utilities within 150' of the project boundaries. 2. There is insufficient hydrant coverage. Minimum hydrant spacing is 300' (150' radius) in commercial areas. 3. A profile for the street and storm sewer is required. 4. The plans depict a hydrant on the west side of Quaday Avenue NE at the north end of the cul-de- sac. This is incorrect. The hydrant is located along the east side of Quaday Avenue NE. 5. It appears that there may be a potential conflict with the storm sewer pipe to CB 6 and the existing gas main crossing. Please verify. 6. It appears that the overhead power line deflects at a point near the southeast corner of the parking lot, which would indicate that there is a power pole at this location. The power pole or parking lot will need to be relocated. 7. A temporary hydrant is required at the north end of the watermain stub for flushing purposes. The existing storm sewer along the west side of Quaday Avenue NE shall be extended to the north property line. 9. A gate valve is required on the 6" water service. The valve shall be located 10' beyond the property line. 10. A minimum 10' of separation is required between the sanitary sewer and water service to the building. Detail Sheet (C8-1 & C8-2) 1. Many of the Otsego Standard Plates have been revised with the most recent Engineering Manual revision (May 2007). Please find attached revised Otsego Engineering Manual with the revised standard plates. 2. The Commercial Driveway concrete apron is not an Otsego Standard Plate. Please remove the City of Otsego label on this detail. 3. Include a typical sidewalk typical section. 4. A typical street section and parking lot section shall be based on a Geotechnical Engineer's recommendation. 5. Include details for the required inlet protection. Hdkdnson 1Anderson CADocuments and Settings\Tami\Local Settings\Temporary Intemet Fi1es\Content.lE5\AL, Assoc.., Inc. ; Other Considerations This submittal is being considered for preliminary and final approval at this time. The plans and submittal shall provide all required information for both types of submittals. Therefore the following additional information shall be submitted at this time: a. An existing conditions sheet(s). b. A street and storm sewer profile sheet(s). C. Hydrology and storm sewer calculations. d. Geotechnical report with soil borings and recommended R -value. e. Statements certifying the environmental condition of the site and that no wetlands are located on the site. Summary and/or Recommendation Due to the number of comments and missing information we recommend that this item be tabled until the above comments are addressed. Hakanson Anderson CADocuments and Settings\Tami\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Content.IEMAL: Assoc., Inc. ; ITEM 3-3 NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS, INC. 4800 Olson Memorial Highway, Suite 202, Golden Valley, MN 55422 Telephone: 763.231.2555 Facsimile: 763.231.2561 plan ners@)nacplanning.com MEMORANDUM TO: Otsego Planning Commission FROM: Daniel Licht, AICP DATE: 14 February 2008 RE: Otsego — Banack CUP NAC FILE: 176.02 — 08.01 BACKGROUND The Planning Commission opened a public hearing at their meeting on 22 January 2007 to consider a conditional use permit application to allow construction of a home on Lot 5, Block 1 Island View Estates. Information was submitted as part of the public hearing indicating that the subject site and an abutting lot were under common ownership, which in accordance with Section 20-95-4 of the Zoning Ordinance would make the property unbuildable. The Planning Commission tabled the application to allow City staff to research the issue further. Exhibits: A. Amendment of Section 20-95-4 ANALYSIS The current ownership of Lots 4 and 5, Block 1 Island View Estates is as follows: Lot 4, Block 1: Randolph P. and Barbara C. Henk Lot 5, Block 1: Barbara C. Neddermeyer Ms. Neddermeyer and Ms. Henk are the same person. Ms. Neddermeyer-Renk owned Lot 4, Block 1 with a previous husband who passed away and she has remarried. She now jointly owns Lot 4, Block 1 with Mr. Henk. In 1986, Gary and Barbara Neddermeyer acquired Lot 5, Block 1, from Alvin and Shirley Jones, who were the owners of Lot 6, Block 1. Under this situation, Section 20-94-5.E of the Zoning Ordinance renders Lot 5, Block 1 unbuildable and it must be considered as a zoning lot combined with Lot 4, Block 1 based on contiguous ownership by the Jones' on the date the WS District was adopted first by Wright County on 1 August 1978 and again by the Neddermeyers when the WS District adopted as part of the Otsego Zoning Ordinance on 27 December 1994: 20-95-4E. If in a group of two or more contiguous lots under a single ownership any individual lot does not meet the lot width requirements of the local ordinance, such individual lot cannot be considered as a separate parcel of land for purposes of sale or development, but must be combined with adjacent lots under the same ownership so that the combination of lots will equal one or more parcels of land each meeting the lot width requirements of the local ordinance, or to the greatest extent practical. City staff discussed the applicant's options to proceed with an application to construct a house with DNR staff given the WS District issues. Both City staff and DNR staff agree that the City and DNR would be within their authority to declare Lots 4 and 5 to be a zoning lot for the purposes of complying with the current minimum lot area requirement of 2.5 acres based on contiguous ownership that existed in both in 1978 under Wright County jurisdiction and 1994 under the City of Otsego. However, the provisions of Section 20-95-4 of the Zoning Ordinance do contemplate development of lots with less than the minimum lot area (down to parcels with an area of 20,000 square feet) within the WS District. Development of these substandard parcels is allowed provided that the construction and site work complies with all other applicable provisions of the Zoning Ordinance in a manner consistent with the intent of the regulations and compatible with the character of the area. City staffs evaluation of applicant's development plan is that the proposed house construction would meet all WS District and other Zoning Ordinance requirements except for the pre-existing lot area and lot width of Lot 5, Block 1. Only the ownership status, and not physical constraints caused by the non -conforming lot dimensions, prevents development of the property. Lot 5, Block 1 is one of 76 lots within Island View Estates approved on 24 May 1973 prior to adoption of the WS management plan but now subject to WS District performance standards, of which there are 16 riparian lots along Kahler Avenue that are approximately the same dimension as Lot 5, Block 1. City staff believes that only three of the lots in Island View Estates that are within the WS District are vacant, including Lot 5, Block 1. The other two lots (and an outlot) are also riparian and are located northeast of Lot 5, Block 1. These three parcels have severe drainage issues that City staff has previously advised the property owners will require the combination of the lots to correct the drainage issue in order to allow for any construction. That the application of the WS District lot requirements makes this lot unbuildable when other lots of the same size within the same plat were developed may be a hardship justifying a variance as provided for Section 20-6-2.B.2.b of the Zoning Ordinance: 20-6-2. B. 2. b. Literal interpretation of the provisions of this Chapter would deprive the applicant of rights commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same district under the terms of this Chapter or deny the applicant the ability to put the property in question to any reasonable use. Variances within the WS District are subject not only to approval by the City Council, but certification by the DNR. It is noted that the factors outlined above may be a hardship unique to this property justifying a potential variance related to application of the WS District specific only to areas of Otsego. The DNR must ensure consistent implementation of the WS management plan along the entire Mississippi River. Recognizing this and the City's own past practice of not approving variances, an option other than a variance was discussed by City staff and DNR staff to address potential development of Lot 5, Block 1. Lot 5, Block 1 became a legal non -conforming lot of record upon the date that Wright County adopted WS District regulations on 1 August 1978. Otsego incorporated as a City in 1991 and in 1994 adopted essentially the same WS District regulations that had applied to Lot 5, Block 1 since 1978 as part of the Otsego Zoning Ordinance. City staff and DNR staff agree that amending the Zoning Ordinance to reflect the effective date of the Wright County WS District regulations would be consistent with the intent of the WS District regulations that have applied to Otsego since adoption of the WSRR Management Plan. Because Lot 5, Block 1 was under common ownership in both 1978 and 1994, this change alone does not allow for development of the parcel. DNR staff indicates that language that further defines the clause "greatest extent practicable" in the ordinance means has been approved elsewhere. DNR staff said that for the Rum River, the rules and local ordinances use a 60 percent of required lot width standard; if two contiguous lots under common ownership exceed 60 percent of the lot width requirement and no variances would be needed to develop the lots individually, the lots would not be required to be combined. DNR staff indicated that such an approach would be acceptable to address the issue presented by Lot 5, Block 1. A draft Zoning Ordinance amendment has been prepared by City staff. These provisions would address allowance of development rights for Lot 5, Block 1 granted other properties under similar physical conditions and would avoid any potential precedents for Otsego and the DNR that may result from approval of a variance in allowing development of Lot 5, Block1. The applicant has submitted an additional application to amend Section 20- 94-5 of the Zoning Ordinance as outlined above and request approval of the conditional use permit required by the proposed language. A public hearing to consider the application is scheduled for 19 February 2007. The City Engineer has also reviewed a detailed site and grading plan for construction of a single family home Lot 5, Block 1 relative to the area drainage issues and bluff erosion concerns raised during the public hearing on 22 January 2008. City staff would note that concerns related to the integrity of the retaining wall on Lot 6, Block 1 is a property maintenance issue that is the responsibility of that property owner. The need for maintenance of these retaining walls should not infringe on the property rights for Lot 5, Block 1. City staff would advise that maintenance of the retaining wall on Lot 6, Block 1 would not be a reasonable criteria related to the conditions for development of substandard lots within the WS District set forth by the existing and/or proposed requirements of Section 20-95-4 of the Zoning Ordinance. The site and grading plan for construction of a single family home on Lot 5, Block 1 would, however, minimize potential impacts to Lot 6, Block 1 by locating the home on the west side of the lot and it is the applicant's intent to preserve the existing tree cover on the lot beyond the immediate building site. RECOMMENDATION City staff recommends approval of the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment modifying the provisions of the WS District addressing development of substandard lots. Under the proposed language, abutting lots under common ownership within the WS District on 1 August 1978 would be allowed to develop as a conditional use provided that the combined area and/or width of two continuous parcels is greater than 60 percent of the current minimum lot area or lot width standard. The proposed language addresses the unique situation of Lot 5, Block 1 as vacant platted lot within the WS District prohibited from development when other lots under similar conditions have had single family dwellings constructed upon them while maintaining the intent and purpose of the WS District. City staff also recommends approval of a conditional use permit to allow construction of a single family dwelling upon the property in accordance with submitted the site plan. POSSIBLE ACTIONS Decision 1 — Zoning Ordinance Amendment A. Motion to approve an amendment to Section 20-95-4 of the Zoning Ordinance based on a finding that the request is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and intent of the WS District provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, subject to certification by the DNR. B. Motion to deny the application based on a finding that the request is inconsistent with the policies of the Comprehensive Plan and intent of the WS District established by the Zoning Ordinance. C. Motion to table. Decision 2 — Conditional Use Permit A. Motion to approve a CUP allowing construction of a single family home upon Lot 5, Block 1 Island View Estates subject to the following conditions: 4 Development of the lot shall comply with all applicable provisions of the WS District, including but not limited to setbacks and vegetation cutting restrictions. 2. All grading, drainage and erosion control issues shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 3. The design and location of a proposed septic system shall comply with Chapter 6, Section 3 of the City Code, subject to review and approval by the Building Official. C. Mike Robertson, City Administrator Judy Hudson, City Clerk/Zoning Administrator Tim Rochel, Building Official Ron Wagner, City Engineer Andy MacArthur, City Attorney Dale Homuth, DNR Roger Stradal, DNR Barbara Henk, property owner Joe Banack, applicant ORDINANCE NO.: 2008 - CITY OF OTSEGO COUNTY OF WRIGHT, MINNESOTA AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE REGARDING SUBSTANDARD LOTS WITHIN THE WSRR DISTRICT. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OTSEGO DOES HEREBY ORDAIN: Section 1. Section 20-95-4 of the Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended to read as follows: 20-95-4: SUBSTANDARD LOTS: Any lot of record established on or before August 1, 1978 that does not meet the dimensional requirements of this Section may be allowed as a building site subject to approval of a conditional use permit, provided that: A. The use is allowed in the WSRR District and base zoning district. B. If two or more contiguous lots were under common ownership on August 1, 1978, any individual lot that does not meet the minimum lot area or lot width requirements of this Section shall not be considered as a separate lot of record for purposes of sale or development if the total lot area or lot width of two or more abutting lots under common ownership is less than sixty (60) percent of the minimum lot area or lot width requirements of this Section, and the non -conforming lot shall be combined with the abutting lot(s) under the same ownership so that the combination of lots will equal one or more lots each meeting the lot requirements of this Section to the greatest extent practical. C. The lot is at least twenty thousand (20,000) square feet in area. D. The proposed use shall comply with all applicable setback requirements of the WS District and base zoning district. E. Sewage treatment is provided for as required by Chapter 6, Section 3 of the City Code. Section 2. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its passage and publication. MOTION BY: SECOND BY: ALL IN FAVOR: THOSE OPPOSED: ADOPTED by the Otsego City Council this 25"' day of February, 2008. CITY OF OTSEGO BY: Larry Fournier, Mayor ATTEST: Judy Hudson, Zoning Administrator/City Clerk nHakanson O Anderson 3601 Thurston Avenue, Anoka, MN 55303 Assocnder lnc. Phone: 763/427-5860 Fax: 763/427-0520 MEMORANDUM To: Honorable Mayor and City Council cc: Mike Robertson, Administrator Judy Hudson, Clerk Dan Licht, NAC Andy MacArthur, City Attorney Ronald Wagner, P.E. City Engineer Joe Banack From: Brent Larson, P.E. Date: February 14, 2008 Re: Lot 5, Block 1 Island View Estates We have reviewed the plans submitted to obtain a conditional use permit to build a single-family home and septic system at the above-mentioned location. We have reviewed the submitted Plans, received 2/4/08, and have found them acceptable. ITEM 3_4 NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS, INC. 4800 Olson Memorial Highway, Suite 202. Golden Valley, MN 55422 Telephone: 7e3.231.2555 Facsimile: 763.231.2561 planners,'nacplanning.com PLANNING REPORT TO: Otsego Planning Commission FROM: Laurie Smith / Daniel Licht RE: Otsego — 9447 85th Street NE; Rezoning and CUP REPORT DATE: 8 February 2008 NAC FILE: 176.02 — 08.04 BACKGROUND Mr. Jerry Hudson owns an 80 acre parcel located at the southeast corner of 85th Street and Jalger Avenue. The subject site includes an existing house and pole barn. The property owner desires to subdivide an 8.3 acre parcel encompassing the homestead from the balance of the property. The existing parcel is currently zoned A-1, Agricultural -Rural Service District. The A-1 District requires a minimum lot size of 20 acres. The A-2 District allows for lots less than 20 acres by approval of a conditional use permit (as well as greater potential density). As such, the property owner is requesting a rezoning to A-2, Agricultural Long -Range Urban Service District and approval of a conditional use permit to allow for the proposed subdivision of property. Fxhihits- A. Site Location B. Site Survey ANALYSIS Zoning. The subject site is currently zoned A-1, Agricultural -Rural Service District and the minimum lot size for lots established after October 2002 is 20 acres. The applicant is requesting a rezoning of the existing 80 acre parcel to A-2 District in order separate the existing homestead from the balance of the property based on the allowed one dwelling unit per 10 acre density and lot area less than 20 acres allowed by CUP. Density. The allowed density within the A-1 District is one dwelling unit per 40 acres. With a rezoning to A-2 District, the allowed density increases to one dwelling unit per 10 acres. As such, the subject site will be allowed up to eight development rights, including the existing dwelling. The administrative subdivision establishing the 8.3 acre parcel will include a deed restriction on that parcel prohibiting further resubdivision until rezoned again for urban use and a restriction on the parent parcel allowing for up to seven additional development rights under the proposed A-2 District zoning. Lot Requirements and Setbacks. The following table outlines the setback requirements of the A-2 District and displays the proposed lot's compatibility with the requirements. Lot Area Lot Width Front Setbacks Side Rear Required 20 acres 450 ft. 35ft. 10 ft. 50 ft. Proposed 8.3 acres 490 ft. 565 ft. 77+ ft. 89 ft. The proposed lot meets all A-2 District lot requirements and setbacks, except for the minimum lot area. Section 20-52-5.H of the Zoning Ordinance allows for the creation of lots less than 20 acres in area within the A-2 District by conditional use permit. The approval of the CUP is to be based on compliance with the following criteria: 1. All other applicable requirements of Section 20-52-6 of this Chapter are complied with. 2. A concept plan utilizing all development rights allowed by Section 20-52-6.B of this Chapter is submitted and recorded with the subdivision. 3. Lots are to be clustered and the overall subdivision designed in such a manner so as to provide for logical future street and utility extensions. 4. No lot shall be less than one (1) acre in size or 150 feet in width. 5. The maximum lot size for clustered lots in the Urban Service Reserve Area shall be two and one-half (2.5) acres except if one of the following conditions is met: a. Topography, soils, wetlands, or other natural features dictate a larger minimum lot area. b. The location of existing buildings cannot be fully accommodated in compliance with applicable setback requirements of Section 20-52-6. C of this Chapter. 0: C. One (1) development right as allowed by Section 20-52-6.8 of this Chapter is used for a dwelling located on the present parcel outside of the residential cluster. 6. A resubdivision plan for future division of each lot with availability of municipal sanitary sewer service is submitted and recorded on the deed for each lot. Principal and accessory buildings shall be located on each lot in conformance with all present and future setback requirements based on the resubdivision plan. 7. A deed restriction is placed on the parcel exercising development rights and all subdivided lots to prohibit additional subdivision unless is conforms to applicable zoning district requirements. 8. Each lot is capable of accommodating a private well and septic system. 9. The provisions of Section 20-4-2.F of this Chapter are considered and satisfactorily met. The proposed 8.3 acre parcel to be subdivided is consistent with the applicable requirements set forth above. The proposed parcel currently accommodates a private well and septic system as well as the existing pole barn and house within applicable setback requirements. City staff does not believe a submission of a resubdivision plan for the 8.3 acre parcel or the balance of the 71 -acre remaining parcel is necessary as the subdivision design being proposed is based specifically on the location of existing buildings. Access. The existing homestead will continue to access off of 85th Street upon approval of the requested subdivision. The applicant is proposing to dedicate 50 feet of right-of-way along 85th Street as part of the proposed subdivision consistent with the planned 85th Street Parkway shown on the Transportation Plan. Administrative Subdivision. The proposed subdivision qualifies as a subdivision that can be approved administratively by the Zoning Administrator. Because the Zoning Administrator is the applicant's spouse, the application will be subject to review and approval by the City Planner and Deputy Clerk. The property owner has submitted the necessary survey and legal description for the proposed lot. City staff will approve the subdivision upon City Council approval of the Zoning Map amendment and conditional use permit. Park and Trail Dedication. The minor subdivision creates the opportunity for an additional dwelling unit to be constructed on the remaining 71 acre parcel. As such, the property owner is required to pay one park and trail dedication fee of $3,280.00 as a condition of approval for the administrative subdivision. Additional park and trail 3 dedication would be required if additional lots are subdivided in the future based on the current land or cash fee in lieu of land requirements in effect at that time. Review Criteria. Consideration of the requested Zoning Map amendment and conditional use permit applications is to be based upon (but not limited to) the criteria outlined in Section 20-3-21 and Section 20-4-2.F of the Zoning Ordinance: 1. The proposed action's consistency with the specific policies and provisions of the official City Comprehensive Plan. Comment: The Comprehensive Plan guides the site for rural land uses. The proposed rezoning will allow for a large single family residential lot, which is consistent with the future land use plan. 2. The proposed use's compatibility with present and future land uses of the area. Comment: Surrounding land uses currently consist of primarily all agricultural - rural service area uses. The surrounding area is guided for rural and rural residential uses. As such, the proposed use will be compatible with the existing and planned land uses surrounding the subject site. 3. The proposed use's conformity with all performance standards contained in the Zoning Ordinance (i.e., parking, loading, noise, etc.). Comment: The proposed use will conform to all requirements of the Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance and Engineering Manual. 4. Traffic generation by the proposed use in relation to the capabilities of streets serving the property. Comment: The proposed use is not anticipated to generate any additional traffic beyond the potential for one new dwelling on the remaining undeveloped 71 acres. Streets accessing the property have adequate capacity to accommodate potential development of the remaining 71 acres based on the density allowed by the Comprehensive Plan. 5. The proposed use can be accommodated by existing public services and facilities and will not overburden the City's service capacity. Comment: The proposed use is not anticipated to have a negative impact to the City's service capacity. V. RECOMMENDATION The applicant has submitted the required materials for rezoning and conditional use permit for the establishment of an 8.3 acre homestead from an existing 80 acre parcel. The minor subdivision and rezoning will allow for the continued use of the existing homestead as a single family residential property and the remaining 71 acre parcel will be reserved for future development. Our office recommends approval of the rezoning and conditional use permit subject to the following conditions and any comments of other City staff. POSSIBLE ACTIONS Decision 1 — Zoning Map Amendment A. Motion to approve a Zoning Map amendment rezoning the subject site from A-1 District to A-2 District based on a finding that the request is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. B. Motion to deny the application based on a finding that the request is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan. C. Motion to table. Decision 2 — Conditional Use Permit A. Motion to approve a conditional use permit allowing a residential lot size of 8.3 acres within the A-2 District, subject to the following conditions: 1. The proposed administrative subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Zoning Ordinance and is subject to review and approval by the City Planner and Deputy Clerk. 2. The 8.3 acre parcel shall be deed restricted to prohibit further subdivision unless there is a change in the Comprehensive Plan or the property is rezoned to allow a more intensive use. 3. The 71 acre parcel shall be deed restricted to not more than seven potential dwelling units subject to necessary zoning and subdivision approvals unless there is a change in the Comprehensive Plan or the property is rezoned to allow a more intensive use. 4. The applicant shall satisfy applicable park and trail dedication requirements for one new development site as a condition of approval for the minor subdivision. 5 B. Motion to deny the application based on a finding that the request is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance and/or Subdivision Ordinance. C. Mike Robertson, City Administrator Tami Loff, Deputy City Clerk Andy MacArthur, City Attorney Ron Wagner, City Engineer Jerry and Judy Hudson, Property Owner 0 I all M -4 m wmr�jidp I A kl.,.l X ef I NAC CERT/F/CA TE OF SURVEY _---- Ab61 ww d e. E171 o/SWI14 a$ -.1Z T.121,"4 ---------i--�/ PARCEL A �r tf 0.56 Acres Id FOR: Judy Hudson t sauM iw d 654 awa aQao h41 a/ aw E1/2 W 11X4 li I I I I I II I II I ! I, I � 1 II I I I I II I I I I I1 ---__—_.l_L___—moo _—_---�--I_— I I I f I r li I II I II I II I I.I fi PARCEL B ! 8.32 Acres I I a r" I I I I ! 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