Minutes - Planning Commission - 09/03/1996

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Case #6: Request for Site Plan Review; Case of Dolphin Fast Food, Inc. Zoning Administrator Sylvia Frolik explained that Dolphin Fast Food, Inc. has submitted a site plan for the development of a 3,000 square foot Burger King restaurant on the northwest quadrant of Ramsey Boulevard and Highway #10. She explained that the site plan does meet the 20 foot landscaped requirement along Ramsey Boulevard; however, that area reduces to 15 feet along Highway #10, which also means that the drive-up traffic lane encroaches the no-activity zone by 2.5 feet. Ms. Frolik explained that the proposed project meets City Code requirements for lot coverage, setbacks, number of off-street parking spaces, and screened waste enclosure. Ms. Frolik explained that the site plan needs modifications to dearly reflect that the traveled portions of the site will be surfaced with bituminous or concrete and finished with concrete curbing. Ms. Frolik also explained that the City Engineer is requesting there be no decision regarding the access on Highway #10 at this time, as City Staff is awaiting discussion with Anoka County regarding the possibility of a median on Ramsey Boulevard. Greg Dolphin stated there were no problems with City Staff's recommendations, although the metal siding may become an issue. Ms. Frolik explained that City Staff was satisfied with the 15 foot grassy area recommendation varying from the requirement. Commissioner Thorud noted that it would make more sense to stop the median before the access to the Holiday Station and Burger King. Ms. Frolik explained that City Staff was not aware of the facts at this time. Commissioner Thorud asked what the time frame was for this project. Mr. Dolphin explained that they will try to have the grading and foundation complete by the end of this year, and it takes 75 days to build the restaurant. Commissioner Jensen asked for a description of the exterior. Mr. Dolphin explained that the brick was light brown in color. He explained that Burger King is no longer using wood, as it tends to be susceptible to sun damage. The new Burger King standards use dark brown standing rib-metal siding. Ms. Frolik asked why Burger King did not use all brick. Mr. Dolphin explained that he did not know the reasoning behind that decision. Commissioner Deemer explained that the site plan needed to be redrawn to be 80 feet from the center line of right-of-way on County Road #56. Mr. Dolphin requested the Planning Commission approve the site plan subject to moving the building west, if necessary. Planning Commission/September 3, 1996 Page 6 of 13