Agenda - Council - 04/14/1998 (2)

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Vice Chairperson Deemer stated the property to the east was fenced by Anoka County with vinyl clad fencing and noted that certain colors tend to disappear into the scenery. He pointed out that this may not be visible for ATVs and create a hazard so, perhaps, vinyl cladding should not be required. Mr. Gruber stated he would prefer chain link with shrubbery or vines. Zoning Administrator Frolik suggested the applicant provide updated final drawings for the Commission's review. Commissioner Jensen stated she would also like to see the final drawings of the building. She expressed concern with regard to the exterior building treatment along this important highway corridor. Mr. Gruber stated he does not like the view on the other side of the highway and plans to construct an upgraded building and hope the other side of the highway will upgrade as well. The Commission requested a colored artist rendition of all building elevations and a landscaping plan. Commissioner Jensen requested the applicant also work with Staff on the fence issues including landscaping. Vice Chairperson Deemer stated when sewer is installed in the future, this property will sustain a substantial assessment. Mr. Gruber stated no one can predict the future but any reasonable person is aware that this is bound to happen. He stated that he would prefer if it was already installed so he .2id not have to install a septic system and well. Vice Chairperson Deemer stated the assessment is based on the amount of land and the owner usually has two years to connect. Motion by Commissioner LaDue, seconded by Commissioner Jensen, to recommend that City Council grant site plan approval to the site plan proposal for the Diamonds Sports Bar & Grill, Inc. contingent upon compliance with the City Staffreview letter dated March 9, 1998 and an acceptable lighting plan for the .recreational area, and submission of detailed colored building renderings, elevations and landscaping plans. Motion Carried. Voting Yes: Vice Chairperson Deemer, Commissioners LaDue, lensen, and Terry. Voting No: None. Absent: Chairperson Bawden and Commissioner Wivoda. Case//4: Request for Sketch Plan Approval of The Diamonds, a Minor Subdivision; Case of James M. Martin Zoning Administrator Frolik stated that Jim Martin, the applicant, is requesting approval of a n~nor subdivision to be entitled The Diamonds which consists ofa replat ofOuflot C in Tooth Acres. The purpose of the replat is to replace the outlot designation on the subject property with a lot and block Planning Commission/March 12, 1998 Page 10 of 12