Minutes - Planning Commission - 10/21/1997 - Special Meeting

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Mr. Erkenbrack stated there would be 41 feet between the boundary and the building. He indicated they could increase green space width at the boundary by 10 feet. He advised parking would be both on the north and south of the property. He advised the building will be constructed of pre-cast concrete and that the acetylene plant would be a hazardous area, however, designed for the materials. City Engineer Jankowski stated the majority of drainage for the building would flow down Unity Street into a small pond which would occupy the northwest comer of Northern Airgas, Inc. site and would be disbursed into a larger regional pond. He indicated there would be continued discussions with Anoka regarding the possibility of an outlet to regional ponding through Anoka's system. Mr. Erkenbrack indicated truck traffic would be approximately 20 trucks per day for both delivery and transports. Zoning Administrator Frolik asked if tree growth on the eastern side of the property would be a possibility. Mr. Erkenbrack stated caution needed to be used regarding trees, as they may cause a fire hazard. Motion by Commissioner Deemer, seconded by Commissioner Terry, to recommend that City Council approve the proposed site plan for Northern Airgas, Inc., contingent upon compliance with the October 16, 1997 City Staffreview letter and consideration to issues raised by representatives of the City of Anoka. Motion Carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Bawden, Commissioners Deemer, Terry, Jensen, LaDue, and Thorud. Voting No: None. Absent: Commissioner Holland. Case 113 Request for Site Plan Review: Case of Mike LeBlanc Zoning Administrator Frolik stated that Mike LeBlanc is requesting a site plan review to construct an auto detail shop in the Pineview Estates 2nd Addition PUD. This PUD is zoned for a combination of residential and commercial uses. City Engineer Jankowski advised the proposed home and its' structure will be located in a borrow area. He indicated the proposed walkout elevation is near the existing elevation and drainage flows to the south. He said if the City granted the site plan, the owner should take responsibility that the structures do not flood. Commissioner Deemer stated the commercial lighting standards would apply to the proposed accessory building. Mike LeBlanc, applicant, stated he would have standard lighting to match the house and advised his business would only have day time use. Zoning Administrator Frolik stated the covenance allows for the construction of the home to come after the construction of the business. However, stated the home needs to be completed within six months of the accessory buildings completion. Planning Commission/October 21, 1997 Page 4 of 5