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110895 Planning AGENDA PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF NOVEMBER 8, 1995 CITY OF NEW HOPE, MINNESOTA 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER CONSENT ITEMS PUBLIC HEARINGS Case 95-17 Request for Comprehensive Sign Plan Approval, 8700-8748 East Research Center Road, Twin City Garage Door Company, Petitioner. 3.2 Case 95-19 *3.3 Case 95-16 3.4 Case 95-27 3.5 Case 95-23 3.6 Case 95-24 *3.7 Case 95-15 Request for Shopping Center Sign Study/Consideration of Ordinance No. 95-17, An Ordinance Amending the New Hope Sign Code by Permitting Reader Boards on Shopping Center Identification Grounds Signs and Eliminating Regulations for Business Logo Use and Tenant Directory Limitations, City of New Hope, Petitioner. Request for a Sign Variance to Allow Pylon Ground Sign(s) with Multiple Tenant Identification and Size/Areas in Excess of Code Standards or Amendment to Shopping Center Comprehensive Sign Plan to Allow New Pylon/Ground Sign, 4301-4471 Winnetka Avenue North, Winnetka Associates, Petitioner. Request for Site/Building Plan Review/Approval and a Conditional Use Permit Amendment for the Construction of a Second Sheet of Ice at the Existing New Hope Ice Arena, 4949 Louisiana Avenue North, City of New Hope, Petitioner. *3.8 Case 95-26 Request for Rezoning from R-l, Single Family Residential, to R-2, Single and Two-Family Residential, Zoning District to Allow the Construction of a Handicap Accessible Twin Home, 6073/6081 Louisiana Avenue North, City of New Hope, Petitioner. Request for Preliminary Plat Approval of Cameron 3rd Addition to Subdivide the Property Currently Known as Cameron 2nd Addition into Two Parcels to Allow Construction of a Zero-Lot-Line Handicap Accessible Twinhome, 6073/6081 Louisiana Avenue North, City of New Hope, Petitioner. Request for Concept Stage Planned Unit Development Approval to Allow Construction of a Car-X Muffler, Brake and Allignment Facility, 7180 42nd Avenue North, David Lasky, Petitioner. Comment on Request for Concurrent Detachment from City of New Hope and Annexation to City of Crystal, 3700 Winnetka Avenue North, Beth El Synagogue/Memorial Park Cemetery, Inc., Petitioner. .. 4.1 4.2 6. 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 COMMITTEE REPORTS Report of Design and Review Committee - Thursday, November 16th, if needed Report of Codes and Standards Committee - Wednesday, November 29th OLD BUSINESS Miscellaneous Issues NEW BUSINESS Review of Planning Commission Minutes of October 3, 1995. Review of City Council Minutes of September 25 and October 9, 1995. Review of EDA Minutes of September 25 and October 9, 1995. Review of HRA Minutes of July 24 and October 9, 1995. ANNOUNCEMENTS ADJOURNMENT * Petitioners are requested to be in attendance. PC95-23 & 95-24~ 6073/6081 Louisiana Ave. PC95-17 8700-8748 Boone Avenue CITY OF NEW HOPE NOVEMBER PLANNING CASES PC95-16 4301-4471 Winnetka Avenue PC95-27 4949 Louisiana Avenue PC95-15 7180 42nd Avenue PC95-26 3700 Winnetka Avenue GOLDEN VALLEY Planning Case: Request: Location: PID No: Zoning: Petitioner: Report Date: Meeting Date: CITY OF NEW HOPE PLANNING CASE REPORT 95-17 Request for Comprehensive Sign Plan Approval 8700 - 8748 East Research Center Road 06-118-21-31-0003 I-l, Limited Industrial Zoning District Twin City Garage Door Company November 3, 1995 November 8, 1995 UPDATE This matter was tabled at the October 3rd Planning Commission meeting due to the fact that the petitioner was not in attendance. Staff sent the petitioner the enclosed letter requesting that a scaled plan of the Elliott Auto Supply Company, Inc. sign be submitted to the City by October 25th and requesting their attendance at the November 8th Planning Commission meeting. 2. The petitioner did submit the enclosed scaled sign plan which shows that the proposed wall sign will measure 42" in height and 108" in length or contain 31.5 square feet. 3. The wall signs proposed for both businesses will be similar to their portion of the signage on the proposed ground sign. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the Comprehensive Sign Plan request for a single principal building devoted to two or more businesses. Attachments: 10/5 City Correspondence 10/20 Petitioner Correspondence and Scaled Sign Plan 10/3 Planning Commission Report 4401 Xylon Avenue North New Hope, Minnesota 55428-4898 Cio~Hall: 612.531.5100 CiO/HaliFax: Police: 612-531-5170 Police Fax: Public Works: 612-533-4823 Public Works Fax: 612-5L )50 TOD: 612-531-5109 Fire Oep't. Fax: 612-531-5175 October 5, 1995 Mr. Marc Little, President Twin City Garage Door Company 5601 Boone Avenue North New Hope, MN 55428 Subject: Planning Case 95-17, Request for Comprehensive Sign Plan Approval for a Single Principal Building Devoted to Two or More Businesses, 8700-8748 East Research Center Road Dear Mr. Little: This letter is to inform you that the Planning Commission tabled your request for comprehensive sign plan approval for a single principal building devoted to two or more businesses until the next Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday, November 8th, due to the fact that you were not in attendance at the October meeting. The meeting date for November has been changed to Wednesday, November 8th, because of the School Board election held on the same day. Please plan on being in attendance at the November 8th meeting. Also, please submit a scaled plan of the Elliot Auto Supply ComPany, Inc. sign to the City by October 25th, as this is one of the conditions of approval that staff is recommending. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 531-5119. Sincerely, Daniel J. Donahue City Manager Kirk McDonald Management Assistant/ Community Development Coordinator cc: Dan Donahue, City Manager Valerie Leone, City Clerk Steve Sondrall, City Attorney Property File (8700 E. Research Ctr. Rd.) Mark Hanson, City Engineer Planning Case File 95-17 Doug Sandstad, Building Official Family Styled City ~'^~ For Family Living "~V ~ V ~W TWIN CITY GARAGE DOOR CO. Corporate Office · 5601 Boone Avenue North ° Minneapolis, MN 55428 · (612)533-3838 · (612)533-9704 FAX October 20, 1995 Kirk McDonald City of New Hope 4401 Xylon Avenue North New Hope, MN 55428-4898 Subject: Planning Case 95-17, Request for comprehensive sign plan. Dear Mr. McDonald: Attached is a scaled copy of the Elliott Auto Supply Company sign you requested. If you have any other questions relative to the sign please feel free to contact me at 533-3838. Sincerely, i win City Gar e Door Co. cc: Dan J. Donahue City Manager St. Paul, MN 55117 ° 240 East Maryland (612) 641-0420 · (612) 487-6107 FAX Burnsville, MN 55337 ~ 12100 Riverwood Drive' (612) 894-8500 ° (612) 894-8502 FAX ELLIO TT AUTO SUPPLY CO., INC. Planning Case: Request: Location: PID No: Zoning: Petitioner: Report Date: Meeting Date: CITY OF ~W HOPE PLANNING CASE REPORT 95-17 Request for Comprehensive Sign Plan 8700 - 8748 East Research Center Road 06-118-21-31-0003 I-1, Limited Industrial Zoning District Twin City Garage Door Company September 29, 1995 October 3, 1995 BACKGROUND The petitioner is requesting Comprehensive Sign Plan approval for a single principal building devoted to two or more businesses, pursuant to Section 3.467 of the New Hope Code of Ordinances. There are two tenants occupying the building at the northwest intersection of Boone Avenue and East Research Center Road: 1. Twin City Garage Door Company 2. Elliot Auto Supply Company, Inc. Twin City Garage Door Company is requesting approval to erect signs stating the occupants of the building and to erect a canopy sign over the business entrance. There is currently one ground sign on the property. There are currently no permanent wall signs on the building; only temporary canvass signs identifying the two businesses. 5. The proposed comprehensive sign plan would consist of installing the following three (3) signs: o 1. 40 square foot pendant mounted ground sign listing both tenants. 2. 1/2 barrel canopy sign over the Twin City Garage Door Company entrance. 3. 32 square foot wall sign adjacent to the entrance of Elliot Auto Supply. The petitioner states on the application that the purpose of the request is to help customers f'md these places of business. The property is located in an I-1, Limited Industrial, Zoning District, with I-1 industrial uses to the south (across East Research Center Road), I-1 property and Victory Park to the west, R-4 property (Pheasant Park Apartments) to the north, and R4/R-5 property to the east across Boone Avenue (North Ridge Care Center). Planning Case Report 95-17 2 September 29, 1995 8. Property owners within 350' of the request have been notified and staff have received no comments regarding this request. ANALYSIS Section 3.467 of the New Hope Sign Code, Signs Accessory to Multiple Occupancy Business and Industrial Uses Including Shopping Centers, states that "when a single principal building is devoted to two or more businesses, or industrial uses, a comprehensive sign plan for the entire building or shopping center shall be submitted and shall include the information required by paragraph (1) to permit a determination as to whether or not the plan is consistent with paragraphs (2) through (4) of this subsection. No permit shall be issued for an individual use except upon a determination that it is consistent with a previously or concurrently approved comprehensive sign plan. The effect of said comprehensive sign plan is to allow and require the owner of multiple occupancy structures to determine the specific individual sign requirements for the tenants of his building. As sign locations and size, etc. may be of some significant importance in lease arrangements between owner and tenant, it is the City's intention to establish general requirements for the overall building only, thus providing a building owner with both the flexibility and responsibility to deal with his individual tenants on their specific sign needs." (1) Comprehensive Sign Plan Information. The applicant shall prepare a written and graphic comprehensive signage plan for submission to the City. Said plan shall include but not be limited to the following information: Sign location (both wall signs and freestanding signs) Sign area Sign height Scaled building elevations Scaled floor plan that outlines tenant bays Identification of anchor tenants Description of window signage use Identification of sign design Sign Construction Drawings (sections) The Council, Planning Commission and City staff may request additional information from the applicant concerning the application or may retain expert opinions at the expense of the City, or may require as a condition of proceeding with its consideration that the applicant furnish expert opinion and data at the expense of the applicant. (2) Compliance. All signs shall comply with the provisions of Subsections 3.465(1)(c) and (4) and 3.442 except as otherwise provided. Subsection 3.465(1)(c), Metal Electrically Illuminated Signs, states that "Signs constructed of metal and illuminated by any means requiring internal wiring or electrically wired accessory fixtures attached to a metal sign shall maintain a free clearance to a grade of nine feet. Accessory lighting fixtures attached to a non-metal frame sign shall maintain a Planning (3) Case Report 95-17 September 29, 1995 clearance of nine feet to ground. In the event a metal sign structure or accessory fixture herein described .is grounded by the use of a grounding conductor run with the circuit conductors and said structure or fixture is also grounded by being bonded on a grounding electrode at the sign site, no clearance to grade shall be mandatory." Subsection 3.465(4) refers to roof signs, which is not applicable in this case. Wall Signs. Maximum Area. The total allowable sign area for a multiple occupancy structure shall not exceed 15 percent of the combined wall surfaces on walls which abut streets in Limited or General Business Districts or 10 percent in Limited or General Industrial Districts. No individual tenant identification sign may exceed 100 square feet in area. Building Identification. No multiple occupancy structure may display more than two overall building identification signs. Tenant Identification Signs. Individual tenants located within multiple occupancy structures shall be per--miRed to display individual identification signs, if they have separate exterior entrances to their use or they are tenants in a shopping center, in which case, not more than one sign may be displayed. A tenant occupying a comer location fronting two streets may display identification signs to both street frontages. Delivery Signs. A delivery sign or signs not exceeding nine square feet in area may be located on the side or rear wall of the structure. (4) Ground Signs. (b) Other Multiple Occupancies. Multiple occupancy structures other than shopping center, or shopping centers having four or less separate and distinct occupancies, may erect ground signs in accordance with the provisions of Section 3.465(3) and may identify each separate and distinct occupancy on said ground sign. The portions of Section 3.465(3) that are pertinent to this request include the following: (c) Maximum Sign Area and Height. All ground signs shall conform with the maximum sign area, and maximum sign height provisions in relation to the street classification, as contained in the following table: Street Maximum Area Maximum Structure Classification (Sq. Fee0 Height (Feet) Collector 40 15 Minor Arterial 75 20 Principal Arterial 200 30 Planning Case Report 95-17 4 September 29, 1995 (g) Location to Property Lines. No ground sign shall be located closer than ten feet to any property line. The petitioner is proposing to install one (1) 10' x 4' (40 square feet) pendant mounted ground sign listing both tenants. The sign would be non-lighted. Twin City Garage Door Company would be identified on the upper portion of the sign, which would have a white background with red and black lettering. Elliot Auto Supply would be identified on the lower portion of the sign, which would have a gray background with blue lettering. The cabinet and pole of the sign would be black. 3. The petitioner is proposing to install two' (2) business identification wall signs on the south side of the building (one for each tenant). A. Elliot Auto Supply would have a 4' x 6' (24 square fee0 flat wall sign installed adjacent to their entrance. Twin City Garage Door would have a new red canopy over their entrance which would contain three small signs with white lettering (18" x 7' = 10.5 square feet each) for a total of 31.5 square feet. It should be noted that a technical problem exists with three signs proposed for one business on the Twin City Garage Door canopy. City Code allows one per tenant or two for a corner tenant (and Twin City Garage Door is a comer tenant). However, staff f'mds that the small shSe proposed for the three canopy signs is reasonable in proportion to the building. This is a large building and the Sign Code would permit 100 square feet wall signs for each tenant. The petitioners request for wall signs of 24 and 32 square feet seems reasonable. The only other item staff would point out is the lack of some visual coordination or "link" between the signs, which the Comprehensive Sign Plan regulations suggest. Due to the marginal quality oftbe "Elliot" sign that was provided, staff would request a scale plan of the "Elliot" sign and some visual link to the Twin City Garage Door sign, such as color, type style, size, placement, shape, etc. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommend approval of the Comprehensive Sign Plan request, subject to the following condition: 1. Scaled plan of "Elliot" sign be submitted and consideration be given to visually linking the signs together. Attachments: Zoning/Address/Topo Maps Petitioner's Letter Ground Sign Detail Canopy Sign Detail Wall Sign Detail R'0 VICTORY PARK NOR'I~ RIDGE CARE CENTER PARK PAR{ -- ~7~ t v I STORY' .H CENTER PARK 5500 SCIENCE CENTER DRIVE CENTER RD PUBLIC WORKS 5700 TH. NOR i'H RIDGE CARE 5'4.30 2, ENTER 54 TH. A H JR I- 55TH .6 RESEARCH ROAD 3 .%. (TiCO) " ~ Fi/ed 56 TI..,i ~AV.: TWIN CITY GARAGE DOOR CO. Corporate Office · 5601 Boone Avenue North · Minneapolis, MN 55428 * (612)533-3838 · (612)533-9704 FAX September 8, 1995 Mr Doug Sanstad City of New Hope 4401 Xylon Ave. North New Hope, Minn. 55428 Dear Mr. Sanstad, Enclosed are the sketches for our proposed signage and a check for $40.00 for the apphcation fee. The proposed signage will consist of: A) 40 squsre foot pendant mounted sign hsting both tennants. B) 1/2 Barrel Canopy sign shown in drawing. Entrance to TCGD. C) 32 square foot sign applied to bldg. Entrance to Elhott Auto Supply. Sincerely, Marc Little President St. Paul, MN 55117 ° 240 East Maryland (612) 641-0420 · (612) 487-6107 FAX Burnsville, MN 55337 ° 12100 Riverwood Drive (612) 894-8500 ° (612) 894-8502 FAX 10' TWIN CITIES GARAGE DOOR CO. ---{--,-/il D/F FEDE,STAL 51GN-NON UC-d"ITED TOP' DACKGROUND-WHITE TC~D-RED DOOR-O~INE DLACK TWIN -CO.-DLACK LOWER. DACKOROUND..~RAY ELLIOT, AUTO-INC.-DLUE CADINET & P'OLE-DLACK 9' 10' b TOE' ELEVATION' I ~-1/2" I2dy' REVISIONS FF-,ONT ELEVATION ,5/8,"=1' trl w Sign Co. 18607 H~vy. 65 N.E. ~ MN. 55011 (612) 434-6134 APPROVAL DAI~_. OF APPROVAL THIS iS AN ORIOBIAL BY ARROW SIGN CO. IT I~ NOT TO BE REPRODUCI~ OR COPED WITHOUT THE CONSlDIT OF ARROW SiON CO. Planning Case: Request: Location: CITY OF NEW HOPE PLANNING CASE REPORT 95-19 Shopping Center Sign Study/Consideration of Ordinance No. 95-17, An Ordinance Amending the New Hope Sign Code by Permitting Reader Boards on Shopping Center Identification Grounds Signs and Eliminating Regulations for Business Logo Use and Tenant Directory Limitations PID No: Zoning: Petitioner: Report Date: Meeting Date: B-4, Community Business District City of New Hope November 3, 1995 November 8, 1995 BACKGROUND At the September 5th Planning Commission meeting, the Commission considered a request from Building Management, Inc. to replace the existing pylon/ground sign at Winnetka Shopping Center on Winnetka Avenue with a new sign. The proposed sign would have required four (4) variances. Winnetka Center specifically was requesting variances to the number of tenant identifications allowed, the size of the shopping center identification (%), the size of the overall tenant identification (%), and the logo/font variation prohibition. The Commission tabled the request and directed the Codes & Standards committee to review the Shopping Center Sign Code requirements and to make recommendations as to whether they felt the requirements should be amended to allow more flexibility. 2. Winnetka Center requested a freestanding ground sign to include the following, which would require variances under the existing Sign Code Standards: A. Shopping Center I.D. Sign comprising 15% of the entire sign (Code requires 30%). B. A Tenant Directory Sign comprising 85% of the entire sign (Code required 70%). C. Nine tenants were to be included within the Tenant Directory Sign (Code allows five). D. All Tenant Directory Signs are to be "uniform" (Ace Hardware uses its logo on the sign). The Planning Consultant prepared the enclosed report, which outlines the intent and requirements of the current Sign Code and surveyed surrounding communities for their regulations on shopping center ground signs. 4. The following are the City's specific regulations for Shopping Center Signs: Shopping Centers. Shopping 'centers containing more than four separate and distinct occupancies may erect only one ground sign per street frontage (single or double faced) to be used as an identification sign for the shopping center. Said ground sign may not exceed two hundred (200) square feet in area, nor thirty feet in height and must be set back a minimum Planning Case Report 95-19 November 3, 1995 of twenty feet from all property lines. Individual businesses within the shopping center may be allowed tenant identification in a directory contained within the identification sign pursuant to the following conditions: A. The shopping center name identification must use thirty (30) percent or more of the square area of the identification ground sign. B. The tenant directory shall not exceed seventy (70) percent of the square area of the identification ground sign. No individual tenant identification sign within the directory shall exceed twenty-eight (28) square feet. C. The tenant directory shall not exceed five (5) individual business identification signs. D. All tenant identification signs shah be of uniform style, letter font, color and composition. Business logos are not permitted. E. No advertising or reader boards shall be allowed on the tenant directory of the identification ground sign. The Codes & Standards Committee met on October 30th to review the consultant's report in detail and will be presenting recommendations to the full Commission at this meeting prior to reconsideration of the Winnetka Center request. The City Attorney was also in attendance at the Committee meeting and has prepared the enclosed draft ordinance for consideration by the Commission. The draft ordinance contains the recommendations of the Committee. ANALYSIS The survey of surrounding cities indicated that most cities regulate tenant signs (located on freestanding or shopping center signs) through the regulation of the maximum sign area provisions for shopping center signs. Most cities regulate sign size rather than sign content or presentation. In the majority of the cities that were surveyed, if an individual shopping center owner wanted to list the tenants within the complex, he or she could do so under the confines of the sign area requirement. The survey shows that New Hope is not any more restrictive in regard to sign size and height requirements for freestanding shopping center signs, however, it may be considered restrictive regarding tenant directory signs. The City of New Hope is the only City which specifically regulates tenant directory signage on a shopping center sign. New Hope limits the number of tenant signs to five (5) total, and limits them to 70 percent of the entire sign, whereas the communities surveyed do not place any regulation on tenant signs, other than the total sign area requirement. o The intention of the sign ordinance is to provide equitable signage for all businesses to provide identification of their business while reducing confusion and hazards from unnecessary use of signs. At issue, with regard to the tenant directory signs, is whether the City of New Hope wishes to make a policy decision to control content and presentation of signs beyond the current regulation of size and height. Planning Case Report 95-19 November 3, 1995 4. The Codes & Standards Committee is recommending that the following portions of the code pertaining to the regulation of tenant signage be amended to allow for more flexibility: A. "The shopping center name identification must use thirty (30) Percent or more of the square area of the identification ground sign." The Committee is recommending that the code be amended to state that the shopping center name identification must use fifteen (15) percent or more of the square area of the ground sign. This reduction will allow greater flexibility in tenant signage and still keeps the shopping center name as the focal point of the sign. Bo "The tenant directory shall not exceed seventy (70) percent of the square area of the identification ground sign. No individual tenant identification sign within the directory shall exceed twenty-eight (28) square feet." The Committee is recommending that the code be amended to state that the tenant directory shah not exceed eighty-five (85) percent of the square area of the ground sign and that the twenty-eight (28) square foot limit on individual tenant identification signs be eliminated. This will provide more flexibility to shopping centers to provide their tenants with a number of options for identification. C. "The tenant directory shall not exceed five (5) individual business identification signs. The Committee is recommending eliminating this requirement altogether. This will provide shopping centers with maximum flexibility and would place no restriction on the number of tenants identified. D. "All tenant identification signs shah be of uniform style, letter font, color and composition. Business logos are not permitted." The Committee is recommending repealing this requirement that all tenant signs be uniform in style, as it is the consensus that signs are more pleasing to the eye if they are not all uniform in nature. Other cities do not regulate letter fonts or logos. E. "No advertising or reader boards shall be allowed on the tenant directory of the identification ground sign." The Committee is recommending that reader boards not be prohibited, but that they be allowed and be considered as part of the tenant identification portion of the sign. Reader boards may lessen the number of temporary signs needed at centers because they will provide flexibility to change messages on a frequent basis. Also, several variances have already been granted for reader boards at shopping centers. Reader boards would also assist in the promotion of City-wide events, such as the Shop New Hope promotion. Lastly, the City has a reader board on 42nd Avenue. Planning Case Report 95-19 4 November 3, 1995 5. A portion of the Planner's report also addresses flashing/electronic signs and this matter will be further discussed by the Committee before a recommendation is presented to the Commission. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the Sign Code amendments pertaining to Shopping Center Signage and tenant identification. Attachments: Ordinance No. 95-17 and City Attorney Correspondence 10/19 Planner's Report 10/24 Building Official Memo . NOV-02-@5 THU 11:5§ P. 02/05 Co~cK & SoNs--L, P.A. ATTORKE¥5 AT LAw Edlnbt~rgh Executive ~ce P~ ~brook Cmss~ ~ ~203 P~k, ~esom 55~3 FAX (~I~ 4~ November 2, 1995 Kirk McDonald Management Ass~. City of New Hope 4401Xylon Avenue North New Hope, MN 55428 RE: Ordinance Amendin9 Shopping Center IdentifiCation Ground Signs Our File No: 99,49517 Dear Kirk: Please find enclosed for consideration at the November 8, 1995 Planning Commission meeting a proposed Ordinance amending the New Hope Sign Code by permitting advertising and reader boards on shopping center identification ground signs and eliminating regulations for business logo use and tenant directory limitations, These changes relate to New Hope COde §3.467(4) on shopping center ground signs, Pursuant to discussions at the recent Codes and Standards meeting, the enclosed Ordinance modifies the existing code section by reducin9 the amount of sign area required for the center identification from 50 sq, ft. to 30 sq. ft, It also eliminates the regulation against use of advertising and reader boards and the restrictions placed on the use of tenant dlrector~es within the overall s~gn area. Basically, this Ordinance is an attemp~ to move away from regulation of sign content and presentation. As pointed out in the City Planner's October 19, 1995 memo, our neighbor municipalities are limiting their regulations to sign size and not regulating content. This is evident by the survey ~ncorporated into the memo. Please contac~ me if you have any other questions or comments regarding the enclosed O~dinence or if sa~d or~nance does not NOV-02-95 THU 12:00 P, 03/05 , Kirk McDonald November ~, 199§ 'Page 2 accurately reflect the changes recommende~ by the Codes and Standards Committee. Very truly yours, STOA. Sondrall slt2 Enclosure 12:00 P, 04/05 ORDINANCE NO. 96-17 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE NEW HOPE ~IGN CODE BY PERMITTING READER BOARDS ON SHOPPING CENTER IDENTIFICATION GROUNDS SIGNS AND ELIMINATING REeULATIONS FOR BUSINESS LOGO US~ AND TENANT DIRECTORY LZMITATION8 The City Council of the City of New HOpe ordains., $__ect{on 1_, Secl;ion 3,467 (4)(a) "$.hopp. in.q Center~" is hereby amended to read as follows: · (4) Ground SiRns. (a) Shop~in.q Ce, nter~_, Shopping centers c~ntaining more than four separate and distinct occupancies may erect only one ground sign per street frontage (single or double faced) to be used as an identll'ication Sign for the shopping center, Said ground sign may not exceed two hundred .(20o) scluare feet in area, nor thirty ~ feet in height and must be set back a minimum of twenty ~ feet from all property lines, Individual bus'messes within the shopping center may be a~owed tenant laentif~cation a d~rectory conta~ned w~thin the ~dentif~cat~on S~gn pursuant to the following Conditions: (1) The shopping center ~=~ '3~"t~f-~';~ must use thirty (30) ~ s~uare feet or mo~e of the ~ s~ area ~ for the cen~er'~~ ident i f{cat ~on (~-~) Ne--e_Advertising or reader boards shall .a~so be al lowed on the .... · ' wi~n t ~-7~rectory and center qd~ntqf~a*.'-- ~ ~e_,~~ ~ection 2. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be effective upon its passage and Publication. Dated the o1' 1595o Edw. J. Erlckson. Mayor ATtest: Valerie Leone, Ctty Clerk (Published in the New Hope-Golden Valley Sun-Post the , 1995,) ._ day of 2 Northwest Associated ,C.onsultants, Inc. COMMUNITY PLANNING * DESlG MARKET RESEARCH PLANNING REPORT TO: FROM: DATE: RE: FILE NO: Kirk McDonald Cary Teague/Alan Brixius 19 October 1995 New Hope - Shopping Center Sign Study 131.00 - 95.19 BA CKGRO UND As a result of the an application for a sign variance to allow a pylon ground sign with a multiple tenant identification sign in excess of City Code requirements, and another request to incorporate a lighted message center (moving sign) into an existing ground sign, our office has investigated the issue of regulating Shopping Center and Ground Signs. The following report looks at the New Hope sign regulation and compares it with area Twin Cities communities. ISSUES & ANALYSIS Shopping Center Signs Pu~_ose. The Sign Code is established to protect and promote health, safety, general weffare and order within the City of New Hope through the establishment of a comprehensive and impartial series of standards, regulations and procedures governing the type, number, size, structure, location, height, lighting, erection, use and/or display of devices, signs or symbols serving as a visual communication media to persons situated within or upon public right-of-ways or properties. The provisions of this Sign Code are intended to encourage opportunity for effective, orderly communication by reducing confusion and hazards resulting from unnecessary and/or indiscriminate use of communication facilities. 5775 Wayzata Blvd.-Suite 555. St. Louis Park, MN 55416. (612) 595-9636.Fax. 595-9837 The following are the City's specific regulations for Shopping Center Signs and Other Multiple Occupancy Buildings: Shoppin_~ Centers. Shopping centers containing mOre than four separate and distinct occupancies may erect' only one ground sign per street frontage (single or double faced) to be used as an identification sign for the shopping center. Said ground sign may not exceed two hundred (200) square feet in area, nor thirty feet in height and must be set back a minimum of twenty feet from all property lines. Individual businesses within the shopping center may be allowed tenant identification in a directory contained within the identification sign pursuant to the following conditions: The shopping center name identification must use thirty (30) percent or more of the square area of the identification ground sign. The tenant directory shall not exceed seventy (70) percent of the square area of the identification ground sign, No individual tenant identification sign within the directory shall exceed twenty-eight (28) square feet. The tenant directory shall not exceed five (5) individual business identification signs. All tenant identification signs shall be of uniform style, letter font, color and composition. Business logos are not permitted. No advertising or reader boards shall be allowed on the tenant directory of the identification ground sign. Qther Multiple Occupancies. Multiple occupancy structures other than shopping centers, or shopping centers having four or less separate and distinct occupancies, may erect ground signs in acco~ce with the provisions of Section 3.465 (3) and may identify each separate and distinct occupancy on said ground sign. In regard to shopping center siguage, the City has received a request as follows: 1. Winnetka Center requested a freestanding ground sign to include the following Shopping Center I.D. Sign comprising 15% of the entire sign (Code requires 30 %). A Tenant Directory Sign comprising 85 % of the entire sign (Code requires 70%). Nine tenants were to be included within the Tenant Directory Sign (Code allows five). 2 All Tenant Directory Signs are to be "uniform" (Ace Hardware uses it logo on the sign). Survey of Cities Our office conducted a survey of Cities to determine how other Twin Cities communities regulate shopping center signs, tenant directory signs located on shopping center signs, and electric signs. The following are the results of the survey: Specific Regulation City S~e ~ flLT. m~tJJ~ ~ New Hope 200 s.f. 30 feet Yes, max. of 1 per street front 5 per sign St. Louis Park 300 s.f. 25 feet No 1 per street front Crystal 200 s.f. if located 25 feet No 1 per street front on a princ, arterial 150 s.f if located 25 feet on a minor arterial No 1 per street f~nt Golden Valley 260 s.f. 40 feet No 1 per lot Wayzata 160 s.f. 35 feet No 1 per street front Prior Lake 100 s.f. per side 30 feet Yes, only major tenants allowed 1 per street front Brooklyn Park 100 s.f. (B-1 Dist) 25 feet No 120 s.f. (B-2 Dist) 25 feet No 1 per street front 1 per street front Maple Grove * 50 s.f. 15 feet No 1 per street front Maple Grove granted approval of a 508 square foot and 35 foot tall Shopping Center Sign as part of a Planned Unit Development. Said sign contains four (4) tenant signs for the center's largest businesses. Brooklyn Center 250 s.f. for uses 32 feet No over 24,000 s.f. In summary, it was discovered that most Cities regulate tenant signs (located on free standing or shopping center signs) through the regulation of the maximum sign area provision for shopping 3 center signs. Several City representative indicated that Cities should regulate sign size rather than sign content or presentation. If an individual shopping center owner wanted to list the tenants within the complex, he or she should be able to do so under the confines of the sign area requirement. In regard to the maximum shopping center sign size requirement, of the Cities surveyed the largest allowed was the City of St. Louis Park, which allows a 300 square foot sign, while the smallest required was Prior Lake at 100 square feet. The average size of all the communities is 200 square feet which is the New Hope requirement. The tallest shopPing center signs allowed are in the city of Golden Valley at 40 feet tall, while the shortest signs allowed in 25 feet, which was reported by four (4) of the Cities surveyed. The average sign height of all the communities is 28 feet, the City ~of New maximum height allowed is 30 feet. The City of New Hope is the only City which specifically regulates tenant directory signage on a shopping center sign. The survey shows that New Hope is not any more restrictive in regard to sign size and height requirements for freestanding shopping center signs, however, it may be considered restrictive regarding tenant directory signs. New Hope limits the number of tenant signs to five (5) total, and limits them to 70 % of the entire sign, whereas the communities surveyed do not place any regulation on tenant signs, other than the total sign area requirement. Reader Board Signs The City has also received a request by Liberty Diversified Industries (LDI) to construct a "lighted message center" (electric moving sign) on its existing free standing ground sign, such signs are prohibited by Section 3.446 of City Code as highlighted below: Section 3.446 }'lashing or Moving Si_mm. No flashing signs, rotating or moving signs, animated signs, signs with moving lights, or creating the illusion of movement shall be permitted. Of Cities for various sign regulation and of the Cities surveyed the Cities of Golden Valley, Prior Lake, and Crystal allow electronic "changeable" (flashing or moving) signs under certain conditions such as frequency of the change of message, size, and the sign may only display time, temperature, public service information or on-site advertising. The intention of the sign ordinance is to provide equitable signage for all businesses within the City to provide identification of their business while reducing confusion and hazards from unnecessary use of signs. The use of electronic or "lighted message center" (flashing or moving sign) raises question as to whether it meets the purpose and intent of the ordinance. These types of signs may be used to advertise products, events or services rather than providing simple business identification. Further, these types of signs attract attention of commuters driving by, which may be good for the business, but may also be hazardous to motorists, as these signs may distract drivers, which is why they are prohibited within the City of New Hope. It is important 4 to note that any change in the ordinance Wffi a~ly tO all properties within the City or related zoning districts. At issue, with regard to the "lighted message center" as well as the tenant directory signs on shopping center signs, is whether or not the City of New Hope wishes to control content and presentation of signs, beyond the current regulation of size and height. As mentioned above, flashing and moving signs are currently prohibited by City Code. The City recently adopted an Ordinance amendment to allow temporary signs and banners. This amendment allows businesses the opportunity to temporarily advertise special sales or use events. Should the City wish to allow permanent reader boards signage, the need for temporary signs is eliminated as the messages on reader boards can be easily changed. CONCLUSION The intention of the sign ordinance is to provide equitable signage for all businesses to provide identification of their business while reducing confusion and hazards from unnecessary use of signs. At issue, with regard to the tenant directory signs or electronic message signs is whether the City of New Hope wishes to make a policy decision to control content and presentation of signs beyond the current regulation of size and height. In comparison with other Cities, New Hope's regulation of sign area, height and setback is not too restrictive. However, its regulation of tenant signage may be restrictive. If the City wishes to amend this portion of the sign ordinance, it may do so by amending the following "tenant" sign requirements: The shopping center name identification must use thirty (30) percent or more of the square area of the identification ground sign. o The tenant directory shall not exceed seventy (70) percent of the square area of the identification ground sign. No individual tenant identification sign within the directory shall exceed twenty-eight (28) square feet. If the City chooses to provide more flexibility in the size of tenant signs, these two provisions may be amended. For instance, the City amended the percentage restriction on tenant signs from 70 % to 85 % of the total sign area, the amendment would allow greater flexibility in tenant siguage, while the shopping center sign would remain the "focal point" of the sign. 3. The tenam directory shall not exceed five (5) individual business identification signs. The City may wish to provide more flexibility in the number of tenant signs allowed on shopping center siguage by increasing the number or not placing a restriction on the number of individual business identification signs. If the City increased the number to 10, (while staying within the confines of the 200.square foot area requirement), the Winnetka proposal for nine (9) tenant signs would meet the requirement. e All tenant identification signs shall be of uniform style, letter font, color and composition. Business logos are not permitted. The City should consider repealing this requirement that all tenant signs be uniform in style. When several of these types of signs are grouped together, i.e. the Post Haste sign, the individual signs tend to get "lost". No advertising or reader boards shall be allowed on the tenant directory of the identification ground sign. As indicated within the survey of Cities, some Cities do allow reader board signs (flashing or moving signs) under certain conditions. If New Hope decides to allow such signs it should ensure that these types of signs do not become a distraction or hazard for adjacent traffic. Date: To: From: Subject: October 24, 1995 Kirk McDonald Douglas Sandstad, Building Official ~ NAC REPORT ON SIGN ORDINANCE CHANGEff POSSIBILITIES (10-19-95) I have reviewed the specific report on shopping center and "flashing" or motion-type signs, with an open mind and find that I have learned something. What appears obvious, now, is that we probably need NOT regulate tenant ID on shopping center ground signs at all. We may be unique in this code area. If size, height and location are' controlled, won't the market and property owner exert sufficient controls on the sign content ? The Poste Haste sign is an example of a sign that does not work, because drivers on the roadway can't possibly read all 14 tenant names, and tenants in the center dislike will probably be replaced with an improved version as a resuIt of internal pressure. I support their suggestion...__that we drop all tenant regulations_ on these signs. The 2nd issue of "flashing" signs has not been clearly summarized by NAC or myself, it appears. My suggestions had been: #1; Remove the Shopping Center prohibition on "Reader Boards", since the last two requests for that variance were approved. In addition, staff are becoming aware of fewer temporary or special event sign violations on properties that have a reader board. This has nothing to do with the "flashing" sign issue. #2; Consider whether to allow certain electronic signs with changeable text and/or numerals, with limitations. I identified some cities like Bloomington, Richfield, Eden Prairie Minneapolis and Edina that allow such signs, as well as the state and MNDOT. My question was "Can we encourage businesses who are asking to spend a small fortune on an electronic sign to do that and still prevent a 'Vegas' effect ?" Or must they be forced to resort to cheap, portable, ugly (uglier?) alternatives with less convenient and safe maintenance flaws ? I have videotaped a handful of these signs in use around the south metro area for our joint consideration. continued... o I have, also, acquired a loaned volume of data from a reputable sign company-"Signcrafters". Many of these electronic signs have only time and temperature. Most operate from an interior keyboard. Some allow text printing or scrolling, animation, graphics & videotape playing. Choose color or monochrome. We could limit the 'time frequency of message changes to eliminate most of the "flashing" objections, not defined in our sign code. Reasonable conditions are always possible. If we allowed only Time & Temp, employers like LDI are out of luck with their legitimate reques~ Since we already prohibit sign illumination when a business is not legally open to the public, we couM permit them in only B-4 Zones or 200 feet from the nearest dwelling or along streets other than State Highway #169 or County Roads etc. We could eliminate the "Special Event Signage" option as NAC suggests, if a property had an electronic sign. It's a good idea. Please review the attachments and schedule a meeting to explore any shared thoughts on this. cc: attachments Planning Case: Request: Location: PID No: Zoning: Petitioner: Report Date: Meeting Date: CITY OF NEW HOPE PLANNING CASE REPORT 95-16 Request for a Sign Variance to Allow Pylon Ground Sign(s) with Multiple Tenant Identification and Size/Areas in Excess of Code Standards or Amendment to Shopping Center Comprehensive Sign Plan to Allow New Pylon Ground Sign 4301-4471 Winnetka Avenue North 17-118-21-11-0018 B-4, Community Business District Winnetka Associates November 3, 1995 November 8, 1995 UPDATE At the September 5th Planning Commission meeting, the Commission considered this request from Building Management, Inc. to replace the existing pylon/ground sign at Winnetka Shopping Center on Winnetlm Avenue with a new sign. The proposed sign would have required four (4) variances, as outlined in the attached report. Winnetka Center specifically was requesting variances to the number of tenant identifications allowed, the size of the shopping center identification (%), the size of the overall tenant identification (%), and the logo/font variation prohibition. The Commission tabled the request and directed the Codes & Standards Committee to review the Shopping Center Sign Code requirements and requested that the Committee make recommendations as to whether the current standards should be amended to allow more flexibility. Several Commission members indicated that they felt that the ordinance needed to be revised and stated that the logo and font variation prohibition, in. particular, should be amended. The Planning Consultant surveyed surrounding cities regarding their shopping center signage requirements and prepared the report included in Planning Case 95-19. The report shows that most cities allow more flexibility and do not have restrictions regarding the percentage of the sign devoted to shopping center identification, percentage of sign devoted to tenant identification, and most do not limit the number of tenants identified. 3. The Codes & Standards Committee reviewed this report at their October 30th meeting and will be recommending changes to the Shopping Center Sign Code requirements. The amendments to the Sign Code recommended by the Committee will be considered prior to consideration of the specific request. If the Commission approves all of the amendment recommendations, no variances would be required for this sign request and the replacement of the pylon sign would simply be an amendment to the Winnetka Center Comprehensive Sign Plan. 5. If the amendment recommendations are not approved by the Commission, then the Commission needs to vote on the variance requests, as originally presented. Planning Case Report 95-16 November 8, 1995 RECOMMENDATION Staff is supportive of the Shopping Center Sign Code amendments and recommends that they be approved under Planning Case 95-19. Staff further recommends that the Commission then proceed to approve an amendment to the Shopping Center Comprehensive Sign Plan so that the center can proceed with the changes to their pylon/ground sign. Attachments: 9/11 Staff Correspondence 9/5 Planning Case Report 9/5 Planning Commission Minutes (Also, please refer to Shopping Center Sign Code Amendments report included in Planning Case 95-19.) 4401 Xylon Avenue North New Hope, Minnesota 55428-4898 CityHalh 612-531-5100 Police: 6 !2-531-5170 Public Works: 612-533-4823 TOO: 612-531-5109 C,'t?' ,~-azt Police Fax: Public Works Fax: Fire Dep't. Fax: September 11, 1995 Ms. Lawana Varajon Winnetka Associates 5353 Wayzata Boulevard, Suite 210 Minneapolis, MN 55416 Subject: PLANNING CASE 95-16, REQUEST FOR A SIGN VARIANCE TO ALLOW PYLON GROUND SIGN(S) WITH MULTIPLE TENANT IDENTIFICATION AND SIZE/AREAS IN EXCESS OF CODE STANDARDS Dear Lawana: As you are aware, at the September 5th Planning Commission meeting, thc Commission tabled your request until the November 7th meeting. Within the next several weeks the Codes & Standards Committee will be undertaking an extensive review of the Sign Code as it pertains to shopping centers, which may result in some changes to the Sign Code. I will keep you informed as to the progress on the study. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 531-5119. Sincerely, Kirk McDonald Management Assistant/ Community Development Coordinator cc: Dan Donahue, City Manager Steve Sondrall, City Attorney Mark Hanson, City Engineer Doug Sandstad, Building Official Valerie Leone, City Clerk Property File (4301-4471 Winnetka Avenue) Planning Case File 95-16 Family Styled City ~ For Family Living Planning Case: Request: Location: PID No: Zoning: Petitioner: Report Date: Meeting Date: CITY OF NEW HOPE PLANNING CASE REPORT 95-16 Request for a Sign Variance to Allow Pylon Ground Sign(s) with Multiple Tenant Identification and Size/Areas in Excess of Code Standards 4301-4471 Winnetka Avenue North 17-118-21-11-0018 B-4, Community Business District .' Winnetka Associates September 1, 1995 September 5, 1995 BACKGROUND The petitioner is requesting a sign variance to allow pylon ground sign(s) with multiple tenant identification and size/areas in excess of code standards, pursuant to Sections 3.467(4) and 3.48 of the New Hope Code of Ordinances. Winnetka Associates is proposing to replace the existing pylon/ground sign on Winnetka Avenue. The proposal is to update the sign by removing the existing cabinet and replacing with a new cabinet, per the enclosed sketch, and reusing the existing footing. 3. The new sign would meet the height, setback and area requirement of the Sign Code, as follows: Sign Code Requirements Height not to exceed 30 feet Setback of 20 feet minimum Area not to exceed 200 square feet Proposed Sign 25 feet 20 feet 175 square feet 4. The proposed sign does not meet the following Sign Code standards/requirements: A. The shopping center name identification must use thirty (30) percent or more of the square area of the identification ground sign. The proposed sign shows the "Winnetka Center" shopping center name identification as utilizing 15.4 percent of the square area of the identification ground sign, therefore a variance is reqUired. Bo The tenant directory shall not exceed seventy (70) percent of the square area of the identification ground sign. No individual tenant identification sign within the directory shall exceed twenty-eight (28) square feet. The proposed sign shows that the tenant directory would comprise 84 percent of the total square feet of the ground sign, therefore a variance is required. (The individual tenant identifications meet the 28 square foot maximum.) Planning Case Report 95-16 2 September 1, 1995 C. The tenant directory shall not exceed five (5) individual business identification signs. The proposed sign shows that nine (9) individual business identification signs are located on the tenant directory, therefore a variance is required. D. All tenant identification signs shall be of uniform style, letter font, color and composition. Business logos are not permitted. The sign shows that the "Ace Hardware" logo Would be utilized on their portion of the tenant I.D. 5. Staff have been discussing sign plans with the petitioner since this spring. The original plans contained a "reader board," which has been eliminated from the plans. Revised plans were submitted in July that showed a total size of 343 square feet, a 16 percent shopping center identification space, and ten (10) spaces for indiVidual tenant identification. The plans you are considering were submitted subsequent to a meeting with City staff which encouraged the Center to submit plans that came closer to meeting the Sign Code standards. (The revised plans meet the square footage requirements, the shopping center I.D. area was increased, and the number of tenants identified was decreased.) The petitioner states on the application that the variance request should be granted becaUse the pylon sign would identify the businesses in the center and allow visibility of business names from Winnetka Avenue. As you are aware, SuperValu vacated their approximately 40,000 square foot anchor tenant space this past spring and the New Hope Economic Development Authority is currently funding a Market Study with Winnetka Center on a 50/50 cost sharing basis to help in the securing of a new tenant for the vacant space. That study is currently in process and will be completed this fall. Winnetlm Center is considering applying for a Comprehensive Sign Plan Amendment this fall to install new canopy signage throughout the center to update the center/improve the overall visibility/image of the center. 10. Property owners within 350' of the request have been notified and staff have received no comments regarding this request. ANALYSIS The New Hope Sign Code states that where there are practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships in the way of carrying out the strict letter of the provisions of this section, the Planning commission/City Council has the power to vary the requirements of this section in harmony with the general purpose and intent hereof, so that the public health, safety and general welfare may be secured and substantial justice done. When considering a variance, the Planning Commission/ City Council shall make a f'mding of fact and grant approval based upon the following conditions: Planning Case Report 95-16 3 September 1, 1995 A. Unique Conditions. That the conditions involved are unique to the particular parcel of land or use involved. B. Variation Purpose. That the purpose of the variation is not based exclusively upon a desire to increase the value or income potential of the business involved. C. Cause of Hardship. That the alleged difficulty or hardship is caused by this Sign Code and has not been created by any persons presently having an interest in the parcel. D. Effect of Variance. That the granting of the variation will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to other land or improvements to the neighborhood. E. Imoairment of Lieht and Air. That the proposed variation will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent property, or substantially increase the congestion of the public streets, or interfere with the function of the police and fire departments of the City. 2. The proposed pylon ground sign does not meet Sign Code standards because: A. Shopping Center identification is too small, B. The total area devoted to tenant identification is too large, C. The number of tenants identified exceed Code standards, and D. A business logo is utilized on one of the tenant identifications. All of the four (4) code requirements not met are fairly minor, however the Commission and Council will need to determine if this request meets the standards for the granting of a variance, if the Sign Code needs further review for modification, or if the petitioner should be instructed to submit revised plans that more closely adhere to the Sign Code requirements. 4. The Sign Code was amended in 1992 to allow tenant identification for five (5) shopping center tenants. A survey of existing shopping center pylon ground signs is attached for your information. Several of the other centers do not meet the current Sign Code criteria, such as Post Haste Center where the number of tenants identified exceeds Code requirements, and others have been granted variances, such as Winnetlm Commons Shopping Center where a reader board was allowed. RECOMMENDATION Staff is supportive of the Winnetlm Center proposal to upgrade the signage, but requests direction from the Commission and Council as to whether these variance requests are reasonable, whether the Sign Code needs modification, or whether the petitioner should be requested to submit revised plans which more closely adhere'to the Sign Code requirements. Attachments: Zoning/Section/Aerial Maps Topo/Site Plan Info Pylon Sign Plan Photos of Existing Sign Correspondence with Petitioner Survey/Photos of Shopping Center Signage R.4 1,1 COOPER N I Iii H SCHOOL SUNNYSIOE CJV~C C~RTEN N[W I CITY HALL POOL R.4 I-1 RONTHWO00 NOfKrHWOQO um OFIqCEI ~ I" I ~c.oo~ I / Bus I I TH AV TH 90Z.6 X 9~0,4 X 913.6 L,lfl off 907.6 25' 13' Marquette Bank ,tCE H,,,,~w,,o SUPER VALU . I 12" .-[-9" WINNETKA CENTER REMOVE EXSISTING SIGN CABINET AND REPLACE WITH NEW CABINET PER SKETCH. REUSE EXSISTING FOOTING. 4.~01 Xy!cn Avenue North New Hope. ~1,1innesota 55428-4858 ~c ,ce: ~'£-5J ~-5 ! ?? ,sur ': '//crq$: 720: ~£-$3~-5109 C;.,'v Ha:,' ,~x.' ;:!,:ce Fax: ?ublic Works Fsx: F;re Oep?. ,;ax: 512-SJ1..f : ?~ July 26, 1995 Ms. Lawana Varajon Building Management, Inc. 5353 Wayzata Boulevard, Suite 210 Minneapolis, MN 55416 Subject: Pylon Sign Changes for Winnetka Center Dear Lawana: This letter is in response to the plan you submitted to Dan and I last week regarding changes to the pylon sign for Winnetka Center. As I indicated, the Planning Commission is considering some modifications to the present Sign Code, however it usually takes them three to four months to study/make recommendations to the City Council on code changes, and I understand that you want to proceed immediately so' that time frame will not accommodate you. The plan that you submitted does not meet the present Sign Code standards, due to the following: A. Height - It appears that the sign is 31 feet in height and the Code allows 30 feet (this is a minor item). B. Tenant Identification - The current Code (attached) states that the tenant directory shall not exceed five (5) individual identification signs. Your plan shows ten (10) spaces for identification, so a variance would be required. C. Overall Sign Size - It appears that the overall size of the sign is 343 square feet and the Code allows 200 square feet, so a variance would be required. D. Shopping Center Name Identification - The Code states that-the shopping center name identification must use thirty (30) percent or more of the square footage area of the identification ground sign. We estimate that the "Winnetka Center" portion of your sign occupies about 16 percent of the sign area, so a variance would be required. There are other signs in the City that do not comply with some of these requirements and that is because they have applied for and been granted variances which require Planning Commission and City Council approval. My first suggestion to you would be for you to meet with the Building Official and myself to see if you would be agreeable to making some modifications to your plan so that it would more closely adhere to the present Sign Code standards. We would be available to meet as soon as possible at your convenience. This would be the quickest way to get your revised sign approved, as no Planning Commission or City Council approval would be required if the sign would meet the general intent of the Code. FamilY Styled y ~'~I~ ['"d?~C'~ For Family Living Ms. Lawana Varajon Page 2 July 26, 1995 On the other hand, if you want to pursue the variance process, I will be glad to try and expedite the process. The Planning Commission meets next Tuesday, August 1st, and this item can be placed on the agenda if you instruct me that is the route you want to take. In order to be placed on the agenda for next Tuesday, I need the following: Notification from you today (7/26) so that a legal'notice can be prepared/inserted in the paper. Application form must be completed and returned with appropriate fee ($175.00) no later than Thursday (7/27). Plans (full scale - 10 sets) and one set of 8 1/2" x 11" plans must be submitted immediately along with a site plan of the shopping center showing the location and setback of the sign. If you can get this all completed, the Planning Commission would consider on August 1 st and the Council would consider on August 14th. If approved, the work on the sign could start on August 15th, pending Building Official approval. I must tell you that, although the City is committed to working with the shopping center, I think you will have a difficult time getting approval for all of the variances for this sign and I think it would be better if you would meet with us to work on a revised plan that doesn't require Council/Commission approval. Then you could implement your sign improvements immediately. I also apologize for any misunderstanding regarding a lack of response to your original request. I think the staff felt that some changes in the Sign Code might be approved by mid-summer, but that has not yet happened. Please contact me as soon as possible after you have had time to review this information. Sincerely, Kirk McDonald Management Assistant/ Community Development Coordinator Enclosure: Sign Plan Sign Code Application cc: Dan Donahue, City Manager Doug Sandstad, Building Official TO: KIRK FROM: DOUG DATE: AUGUST 25, 1995 SUBJECT: REVISED WINNETKA CENTER GROUND SIGN PLAN I have reviewed the plan you forwarded to me, this morning, for the Shopping Center at Winnetka & 45th Avenue. Refer to the chart, below, where I have compared this plan to our ordinance for Shopping Center Ground Signs. Four of the six standards are NOT MET by this plan. And one of the two standards that it meets (item #5) is likely to be recommended for deletion from the code. (4) Ground SLc~ns. Ca) Sh~pping Centers. Shopping centers containing more than four separate and distinct occupancies may erect only one ground-sign per street frontage(single or double ~aced)'to be used as an identification s~gfl for the shopp£flg center. Sa~d ground sign .ay not exceed two hundred square ~eet area, nor thirty feet in height and must be set back a m£n£mum o~ tventy feet from aLL pcoper~y lines. Individual businesses vithin the shopping center.may be aLLoyed tenant identification Iff a directo~'contained-vithin the · £dentification sign PuCsuafl~.to-the folLoving conditions: · (L) The shopping centec nahb'~den~l'fl~ation must use (30) porcent or more ot ~b squa(o.~area o£ the ldent£Eication ground sign. (2)-The tenant.direct~ry shall-not Pe=cen~ o~rthe square area o~tho ~deatificatLo~ groun~ ~.si,gn.-:.~Ho lnd£vidaal tenant-£d~h~l~i:catl0~ · t:h~.:d~rectory shall exCeed, kwefltY-eigh~'(,28) square· 'Acen ~o~° style', Le~ter-f~nt, col'or-and compositio~; Business' (5k" ~o,~adve~tiSing or reader boards;s~all be allOwed'On th~ .tenanK.d£rec,tory o~ the identification ground OK NO 15.4 '% .Ho NO OK (we may r~e thls' section?). cc: file EXISTING "COMMERCIAL" SIGNA GE May, 1995 The following summarizes my observations of both commercial and industrial signage in the City of New Hope. It results from frequent customer requests for "reduced red tape" or "more flexibility" on the city's part, in addition to a staff recognition that the sign ordinance has problems. SHOPPING CENTERS with more than four tenants are regulated in detail, but attachment "A" [Shopping Center Ground Signs] illustrates that none of our 5 shopping centers meets the code .t There are six ways in which the existing signage strays from the ordinance: * too high * too close to prop. line * too many tenants listed * undersized center "ID" sign * variances approved * oversized tenant signs The copied photos of the $ primary ground signs, Exhibits" B,C,D,E,F" reveal the variety of tastes and styles used. We even have one, "E", that has the wrong center name on it: the actual name is "New Hope Mall'; but the sign says ''New Hope City Center". It is, also, too tall and too close to the property line. Exhibit "E" shows the clutter created by too many tenants advertising on a ground sign; 18 spaces are a rne~ and unreadable to moving traffic, nearby. Our ordinance limit on five tenant signs makes good sense. Only two of the centers has a readerboard, but two others have requested permission for one, now prohibited by code. Since recent approvals were given for readerboards tit Winnetka Commons Center, staff suggest that restriction be li~ed. In addition, fewer temporary sign violations seem to result at those properties that employ a readerboard. Anything that we can do to reduce temporary sign violations will provide a public benefit. Requiring a center "ID" is criacal, but several of our signs have an "ID" of about 20% of total sign area and seem reasonable. Why must they violate the' code, just because they are less than 30 % ? Our required setback of 20 feet for these large signs is a valuable standard; all other signage in the city is allowed to be 10 feet from the p.l. Both sign height of 30 feet and the number of permitted signs are routine. Wall signage at shopping centers has not been a problem, except for the complicated process to "change" the approved Comprehensive Sign Plan. continued... SHOPPING CENTERS: (More than four businesses) COMPREHENSIVE SIGN. PLAN REQ UI~D; GROUND: ONE SIGN PER S TREE T FR ONTA GE; Max. 200 sfx 30' high 20' from p.l. Shopping Center I.D. must equal 30% or more of sign area. Tenant Directory must not exceed 70 % Max. 28 sf for each Tenant Max. 5 Tenant Signs : WALL: Max. 1 Sign Per Tenant (2 for corner Tenant facing 2 streets) Max. 100 sf each or 15% of front face-the lesser SHOPPING CENTER GROUND SIGNS A 'B C D E F : MIDLAND POSTHASTE WTKCOM3 N.H. 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The existing building, which was constructed in 1974, contains 34,263 square feet and the addition would bring the total building size to 65,666 square feet. The City has worked in cooperation with the New Hope/Plymouth Athletic Association (NHPAA) for the past 20 years and the New Hope Ice Arena has been the primary facility used by NHPAA hockey teams over this time period. The youth teams included in these programs include the Cooper and Armstrong "A" and "B" Traveling, NHPAA (District//281) Mites and "C" teams. Due to an increased demand for ice time, the NHPAA is very supportive of the addition and has committed to giving the New Hope Ice Arena priority for ice purchases. New Hope is unique in the fact that the City contains the only ice arena facility in Independent School District 281. The School District encompasses all or portions of seven cities, including New Hope, Plymouth, Crystal, Robbinsdale, Golden Valley, Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. The School Board is also supportive of the addition and has indicated that it would be their intent to enter into a joint powers agreement with the City for construction and operation of the facility. The addition of a second sheet of ice at the New Hope facility will undoubtedly provide for increased opportunities/participation in ice sports by females. For the 1995-96 school year, School District 281 has initiated combined Junior Varsity and High School Varsity hockey programs for females for its two high schools. The program will be separating by high school in the 1996-97 season. The addition of a second sheet of ice will allow the ice arena to reserve additional practice/game time needed for females in these rapidly growing programs without Planning Case Report 95-27 2 November 3, 1995 taking away from existing programs. It is anticipated by the City that with the construction of a second sheet of ice dry floor activities would be available for five-six months per year. These new activities will be in addition to ice activities now available for eleven months per year in the existing facility. With the addition of a second sheet, the facility would be able to accommodate programming for a variety of non- hockey and non-sport interests to meet existing community needs, including indoor soccer, in-line skating, more figure skating opportunities (500 student's enrolled in 1994), trade shows, fairs, demonstrations, conventions, and a variety of other uses. Many communities throughout Minnesota are experiencing the same demands for ice time as New Hope is and to help address this demand the 1995 Minnesota Legislature approved the "Mighty Ducks" legislation which provides grants to communities to construct second sheets of ice. The purpose of the ice centers that are constructed with these grants is two-fold: they are to maximize a community's ability to generate economic benefits and to promote ice sports participation for both females and males. In July the City Council authorized City staff to proceed with the preparation of a grant application and in September the Council authorized the submittal of the application and preparation of plans and specifications. Grant awards will be announced before the end of the year. In September the City Council and EDA also held a public hearing to amend the TIF District Redevelopment Plan to include the ice arena site, as if the project proceeds, it will be funded, in part, with tax increment funds. City staff have worked in conjunction with the City Engineer to develop the enclosed plans for the ice arena expansion and the Ice Arena Manager, Park & Rec Director and City Engineer will be in attendance at the meeting to answer the Commission's questions. 10. The Planning Consultant has prepared the attached report on this request, so please refer to it as it is not staff's intent to repeat that material in this staff report. This report is intended to provide background information, to review the Design & Review Committee's comments, and to describe the details of the plan. Also attached are several excerpts from the grant application dealing with Comprehensive Plan Compliance, Economic Impact, potential Construction Timetable and Letters of Support. 11. Property owners within 350' of the request have been notified, including the City of Crystal, and one adjacent Crystal resident has stopped in to review the plans and had no major concerns. ANALYSIS Amendment to Conditional Use Permit 1. The Zoning Code states that the following are conditional uses in an R-1 District: (1). Public Educational and Religious Buildings. Public or semi-public recreational buildings and neighborhood or community centers; public and private educational institutions limited to elementary, junior high and senior high schools; and religious institutions such as Planning Case Report 95-27 3 November 3, 1995 churches, chapels, temples and synagogues provided that: (a) Side Yards. Side yards shall be double that required for the district, but no greater than thirty feet. (b) Parking. Adequate off-street parking and access is provided on the site or on lots directly abutting directly across a public street or alley to the principal use and that such parking is adequately screened and landscaped from surrounding and abutting residential uses. (c) Off-Street Loading. Adequate off-street loading and service entrances are provided and regulated where applicable. The submitted plans meet the above stated conditions. The purpose of a Conditional Use Permit and a CUP Amendment is to provide the City with a reasonable and legally permissible degree of discretion in determining suitability of certain designated uses upon the general welfare, public health, and safety. In making this determination, whether or not the conditional use is to be allowed, the City may consider the nature of adjoining land or buildings, whether or not a similar use is already in existence and located on the same premises or on other lands close by, the effect upon traffic into and from the premises, or on any adjoining roads, and all such other or further, factors as the City shall deem a requisite for consideration in determining the effect of such use on the general welfare, public health, and safety. 3. Other general criteria to be considered when determining whether to approve or deny a conditional use permit include: A. Comprehensive Plan. The proposed action has been considered in relation to the specific policies and provisions of and has been found to be consistent with the official Comprehensive Municipal Plan of the City. B. Compatibility. The proposed use is compatible with its adjacent land uses. C. Performance Standards. The proposed use conforms with all applicable performance standards contained in the Code. D. No Depreciation in Value. The proposed use will not tend to or actually depreciate the area in which it is proposed. E. Zoning District Criteria. In addition to the above general criteria, the proposed CUP meets the criteria specified for the various zoning districts: In Residential Districts, R-l, 2, 3, 4, 5, R-O: a. Traffic. Non-residential traffic is channeled into thoroughfares or onto a street abutting business or industrial uses leading directly to thoroughfares, and not onto minor residential streets. b. Screenine. The proposed use will be sufficiently separated by distance or screening from adjacent residentially zoned land so that existing homes will not be materially depreciated in value and there will be no deterrence to development of vacant land. c. Compatible Appearance. The structure and site shall have an appearance that will not have an adverse effect upon adjacent residential properties. Planning Case Report 95-27 November 3, 1995 Site and Building Plan Review City Department Heads and the Design & Review Committee met in two separate meetings on October 19th to review the plans and the following issues were discussed: need to accommodate all required parking on the site, lack of trash enclosure, site and building lighting, landscaping and irrigation, ground sign, access points to remain unchanged, utility connections (relocation of water/sewer), Fire Department connection, storm sewer installation, architecture/building materials/roof line of new addition and snow storage. 2. Revised plans were submitted as a result of these meetings, which include the following details: A. Site Area 5.53 acres (241,085 square feet) B. Site Area Coverage: Existing Building 34,263 sq. ft. 14.2% Building Addition 31,403 sq. ft. 13.0% Paved Area 124,018 sq. ft. 51.4% Green Area 51,401 sq. ft. 21.4% C. Parking: Required Provided 306 spaces 307 spaces (includes 8 handicap) (Additional parking was added on the north and west sides of the building so the site plan meets the Zoning Code parking requirements.) Do Access to site from 49th Avenue to remain opposite of Maryland Avenue intersection (30 feet in width). Rear/north access on Louisiana Avenue near Corvallis Avenue also to remain (24 feet in width). E. Seven hundred feet of chain link fence on west property line along railroad to be removed and reconstructed. F. Fire Department connection to be provided at southeast comer of new addition. G. Snow Storage - to be north of existing arena, in boulevard between parking lot and street, and on west side of property between fence and drive aisle. H. Building Lighting - (wall packs) on addition to match lighting on existing structure. Site Lighting - Three (3) existing lights to be removed. New 30-foot light standards (down lighting/shoebox) to be installed (9 singles/3 doubles) to improve overall site lighting. Site lighting levels to be reviewed to ensure no spillage off-site over one (1) foot candle. J. Trash Enclosure - Wood cedar fence trash enclosure to be provided at west (rear) service entry. Planning Case Report 95-27 5 November 3, 1995 K. Existing pylon ground sign to be removed and new sign to be installed at 49th Avenue entrance (to meet Sign Code requirements). L. Landscaping - The following new plantings to be installed on site: Quantity Plant Name Size 11 Black Hills Spruce 6' B&B 11 Amur Maple 2" B&B 6 Prairieire Crab 2" B&B 7 Red Oak 3" B&B 11 White Oak 2~/~'' B&B 6 Greenspire Linden 2¥5" B&B 32 Scandia Juniper #5 Pot 40 Boston Ivy #1 Pot Lindens, Crabs, White Oak, Red Oak and Maples to be planted on boulevard. Black Hills Spruce and Junipers to be planted on interior of site around building and on parking lot islands (several around perimeter). Boston Ivy to be planted adjacent to new addition on south/east/west elevations. (Landscaping plan developed by City Forester.) M. Irrigation - to be provided in all sod areas with plantings. N. Parking lot to be completely new surface, new striping, and all new B6-12 curbing. (Parking lot currently does not contain curbing.) O. The roof of the addition will be lower than the existing building but will have similar curved angle. P. Building materials will be painted concrete block and decorative concrete block with colors to match the existing building. 3. The Building Official has submitted the attached comments regarding Building Code issues and these will need to be addressed before final construction plans are approved. RECOMMENDATION Pending public comment, staff recommend approval of the CUP amendment and site/building plan review to allow the construction of a second sheet of ice at the New Hope Ice Arena, subject to the following conditions: 1. Conditions contained in attached report from Northwest Consultants. 2. Building Code recommendations, per Building Official. Planning Case Report 95-27 6 3. Ground sign to meet Sign Code requirements. 4. Site lighting to be reviewed to ensure no off-site spillage. Attachments: Planner's Report Building Official Comments Topo/Address/Zoning Maps Site Plan Lot Coverage/Parking Ratios Grading/Drainage Plan Utilities Plan Landscaping/Lighting Layout Planting Schedule Plan Notes: Snow Storage Building Lighting Irrigation Overhead Light Detail Floor Plans Building Elevations Building Section November 3, 1995 Northwest Associated ,C.onsultants, Inc. COMMUNITY PLANNING · DESIG MARKET RESEARCH PLANNING REPORT TO: FROM: DATE: RE: FILE NO: Kirk McDonald Bob Kirmis/Alan Brixius 2 November 1995 New Hope - Ice Arena CUP 131.00 - 95.27 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Background The City of New Hope has requested a conditional use permit (amendment) to allow a 31,403 square foot expansion to the existing New Hope Ice Arena located north of 49th Avenue North and west of Louisiana Avenue. The subject site is zoned R-l, Single Family Residential which lists public or semi-public recreational buildings as conditional uses. Attached for reference: Exhibit Exhibit Exhibit Exhibit Exhibit Exhibit Exhibit Exhibit Exhibit A - Site Location B - Existing Conditions C - Site Plan D - Grading/Drainage Plan E - Utility Plan F - Landscape Plan G - Floor Plans H - Building Elevations I - Building Section 5775 Wayzata Blvd.-Suite 555-St. Louis Park, MN 55416. (612) 595-9636oFax. 595-9837 Recommendation Based on the following review, our office recommends approval of a conditional use permit to allow the expansion of a' public recreational building within an R-1 zone contingent upon the fulfillment of the following conditions: The drive aisle located along the site's western border is established (through the use of signage) as a one-way route. The City Engineer determines that the site's 30 foot wide curb cut onto 49th Avenue is acceptable. The City Engineer provide comment/recommendation in regard to grading and drainage issues. Either the site plan is modified to designate snow storage areas or clarification is given that snow is to be hauled off site. In no case may snow be stored in landscaped areas where vegetative damage could result. If applicable, the site plan is modified to identify exterior trash handling areas. All trash handling equipment must not be visible from adjoining properties. o All parking lot lighting is arranged to deflect light away from adjoining property and public rights-of-way. 7. All site signage comply with applicable provisions of the City Sign Ordinance. 8. The site plan is modified to identify facility loading areas. The City Building Inspector provide specific comment in regard to structure ventilation as it relates to potential fumes generated from ice resurfacing equipment. 10. Comments from other City staff. 2 ISSUES ANALYSIS Off-Street Parking Parking Supply. Although the Zoning Ordinance does not specifically address parking requirements for a public hockey arena, it does specify the parking requirements for a private hockey arena as follows: 4.036(10)(u) Other Crowd Attractions. Private Hockey Arena, Roller Skating Rink, Dance Hall, or Public Auction House. Twenty off-street parking spaces, plus one additional off-street parking space for each two hundred square feet of floor space over two thousand square feet. The only difference in the proposed use is the hockey arena's ownership. The application of the provision for the proposed hockey arena addition is: 65,666 X .9 = 59,099 total square feet 20 + ([59,099 - 2,000] + 200) = 306 spaces required Using the City of New Hope's on-site parking requirements, the total parking spaces required for the proposed arena expansion is 306 spaces. As shown on the submitted site plar~, a total of 307 off-street parking stalls have been proposed in satisfaction of the City's off-street parking requirement. Handicap Stalls. According to the American Council on Disability, a 306 space parking lot is required to devote eight spaces to use by the handicapped. In accord with this requirement, eight handicap stalls have been provided. Dimensional Requirements. While all parking stalls have been found to meet minimum dimensional requirements of the Ordinance, the drive aisle located along the west side of the arena fails to meet the minimum 22 foot width required by Ordinance for two way traffic movement. To satisfy Ordinance dimensional requirements, while maintaining the proposed parking supply, signage should be provided establishing "one way" vehicular movement along the site's western drive aisle. Setbacks. As shown below, the proposed hockey arena addition meets all applicable R-1 District setback requirements: Required Setback Proposed Setback South Front Yard 50 feet 59 feet East Side Yard 20 feet 43 feet West Side Yard 10 feet 42 feet* * Applicable to existing structure 3 Additionally, all off-street parking areas have been found to meet applicable three foot setback requirements (Section 4.036 (6)(c)). Site Access. Access to the subject site will not change from that which currently exists. As shown on the submitted site plan, the site is provided access via two points from 49th Avenue North and from a single point via Louisiana Avenue. Excepting the 30 foot wide eastern curb cut along 49th Avenue, all curb cuts have been found to comply with the maximum width requirements (26 feet) required by Ordinance. As a condition of conditional use permit approval, the 30 foot wide curb cut should be found to be acceptable by the City Engineer. Grading and Drainage. The City Engineer should provide comment/recommendation in regard to grading and drainage uses. Building Height. According to Section 4.035 of the Zoning Ordinance, structures within the R-1 Zoning District may not exceed 2-1/2 stories in height. The proposed arena addition measures 28 feet in height and complies with a measurement equivalent of 2-1/2 stories (35 feet). Snow Storage. In consideration of the amount of impervious surface upon the site and the need to accommodate ice resui-facing deposits, the issue of snow storage is of concern. As a condition of CUP approval, either the site plan should be modified to illustrate snow storage areas or clarification should be given that snow is to be hauled off site. To be specifically noted is that snow storage areas are not to overlay landscaped areas where vegetative damage could result. Landscaping. As shown on the submitted site plan, a variety of plantings have been proposed throughout the site. Such plantings should visually enhance the arena and off- street parking area. Along 49th Avenue and Louisiana Avenue, a mixture of Greenspire Lindens, White Oak, Crab and Black Hills Spruce have been proposed. Trash. The site plan does not illustrate specific trash handling areas. According to the Ordinance, trash handling equipment must be screened so as not to be visible from adjoining properties. If applicable, the site plan should be modified to illustrate exterior trash handling locations. Lighting. The landscaping plan (Exhibit F) appropriately illustrates exterior lighting locations. As a conditional of conditional use permit approval, all exterior lighting used to illuminate off-street parking areas should be arranged so as to deflect light away from adjoining property and public rights-of-way (section 4.033 (5)). 4 Building Appearance. According to the submitted building elevations, the arena addition is to mimic the vaulted roof form of the existing arena. The structure is to be finished in painted concrete block which will match the existing structure. The proposed addition is therefore considered visually compatible with the existing structure. Signs. The site plan does not indicate whether any new signage is to accompany the proposed arena addition. As a condition of conditional use permit approval, all signage must comply with applicable provisions of the City Sign Ordinance. Loading. The submitted site plan does not identify specific loading areas. In review of the submitted floor plan, loading activities are anticipated to occur in the northwest corner of the existing structure and along the western side.of the addition. As a condition of conditional use permit approval, the site plan should be modified to identify specific loading areas. Ice Resurfacing. If the ice arena is to utilize a gasoline powered ice resurfacing machine, an assurance should be made that the ice arena (existing and proposed addition) are properly vented to remove potentially noxious fumes. This issue should be subject to further comment by the City Building Inspector. CONCLUSION Based on the preceding review, our office recommends approval of the requested conditional use permit subject to the conditions listed in the Executive Summary of this report. pc: Doug Sandstad 5 City of New. Hope S~NGt..E FAMILY RESIDENTIAl. R-I SINGLE AND TWO FAMILY RESIOENTIAL MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-S HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL R-4 SENIOR CITIZEN RESIDENTIAL R-5 RESIDENTIAL OFFICE R-O LIMITED NEIGHBORHOO0 BUSINESS B-I RETAIL BUSINESS AUTO ORIENTED BUSINESS COMMUNITY BUSINESS B-4 LIMITED INDUSTRIAL GENERAL INDUSTRIAL ][- 2 FLOOD PLAIN FP WET LAND W 'Associated Consultants, .inc. EXHIBIT A - SITE LOCATION 5o ~cole in feet loo ~rvallis Droinage Ex. .c ~ Ex.. y/ATER MAIN/ · "/ / ? ,'/;} .' ,&./,,.' ,,' /2::/ EXISTING /-'~'..' ,.' .~// / .,cL~ ,~o cRu.;"~, / · ALL TREES WITHIN SITE: ,,' · ; UNLESS OTHE:RW SE NOTED,'%v: ,/ ..... ~.- Z// Z ' .. J"-~ REMOVE EXISTING / ,,._. i r',, rLA¢ AND 'nUB£R .:' /'Z-- ......-Z''~ ~'~ '-, '~'"~, '",. ~RE~A~N~Na WALLS ~ '% k, .... ..~,. /,, .;;;: ./ 'p.T~. :'~:- /?7 I I "'- ",'"- -..':.~'-,,~,~ / .'9 ,/ I;:1 ?::'~" "/ :1~ .. ....... "/ o .~ .. Ex .'SANITARY SL-'WER~_ , REMC)~'~' 5' PIPE E~ STOR~ SEWER ~ .J r . ' ' '' - ..:.y:... REMOVE 5' PiPE ,i: ~' ' 2 ::~:.c~ ,: /MANHOLE OPENING ~.' I .............................. I . ' .' ~ 0 ~ ~ ~0 ~ ~ ~ Ii ~ ~;, C ~ ' ~~uov~ ~. J-4 .__ ...... ,_~ ~ .... ~ ..... ~ ........ , ...... ~' ~ ............................. T"r', ........................... ~ o', ~.. .... 7: ....... F"-T ............ '~';F;"'V'"7 ................. F-- j [ [: 'J l-:-: ~9th JAvenue N .~: J:'~ ~ :1CRYSTAL J :::':'" q 'l '=i<: I, ~ ....... :~ :. ~: '"' ..... ;" I :l~q : ............. ~' .. [ .. ' ......... ]Ave EXISTING/REMOVALS EXHIBIT B - EXISTING CONDITIONS 0 '~0 lO0 SITF AR~A 5.55AC.(24 I.OB§S.F.) SITF ~ Ex~sting Build;n~ 34.26~S.F. 14.2~ Building ~dition 31.405S.F. 13.0~ Paved ~ea 124.018S.F. 51.4~ Green Area 51.401S.F. 21.4~ P~KING Required 506 Spaces Provided 307 Spaces (Includes 8 HDCP) q / '%. ICE ARENA ADDITION DESIGN SITE PLAN EXHIBIT C - SITE PLAN N SHAPE ANE 180' REMOVE AND- RECONSTRUCT 700' CHAIN LINK FENCE ," EXIST. ,,' PINE v~ I EXHIBIT D - GRADING/DRAINAGE PLAN ,n tee! . ~ / ~ /~~'..~ ~x'~x ! ,~= /" /.: '"'..~.. ' -' ,'" ," ," .''~/ .... l ~'/ ~~:~~"/ / s ~ ,, /~ ? ,~. "/ ~ , I "-. ' / ~'/ /?'~ '-. ," ,~i ' / ~/:,/ / ~.. '~. / ,..' · /~~e.o) /. / / ,% I ~~~~..." / / I I : , ii .." ..... '"'" ' % ' / , ~ j ............ __ ~ ' .~ ....... _ _ --~ -- _ --~_ , ,-= ~'~ ............... .... [~ ...... x o./ ~ i ~ ....... ~ ~ ~~ ............................................. ~ ................... ?'=T'"~ ............... ':~i ~"' ........ ~ ~ ~ '"'"~" " - ~ ',~ ~,.. 49m,'*v~nue_ [ N_>' ':'~ crYsTAL ...... ' ....... '~ -'. ............. " I ~1~ '1 ....... .. (CONCEPT cole / EXHIBIT E - UTILITY PLAN 50 ~ OO - I ./ y/" /,,' * North of existing Ice Arena· * Boulevard between parking lot and street. * West side between fence and drive aisle. BUILDING LIGHTING * Sholl match existing. IRRIGATION *All sod areas with plantings. /;,' -2-BHS .~ 3-S,~ WOOD CE'DAR TRASH ENCLOSURE 40-B~ ICE ARENA ADDITION .,~' 2-GL- 2 - PC-,,,. 2-WO ,, EXISTING t 3-AM ~ 1 -RO- ': EXHIBIT F - LANDSCAPE PLAN CONRETE BASE ~ SEE DETAIL FIXTURE - 250W. ?40V HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM 'SHOEBOX' ON 30Ft. STEEL POLE: HUBBLELL RCS. SPAULDING CV1L OR EQUAL. SINGLE OR DOUBLE MAST ARM AS SHOWN ON PLAN LIGHTING UNIT NO SALE NOTE: BUILDING LIGHTING TO MATCH EXISTING. 6 - #6 REINFORCING BARS FULL DEPTH ~, TES ~ ~2" ON CENTER (Z0' BOLT DIAMETER & PROJECTION TO BE AS RECOMMENDED rBY MANUFACTURER /-CON°U. ? ,-- 2'-0" DIAMETER '" ~2~ COVER OSI[CTION NO SCALE NOT"_. ;USE #10 CONDUCTO~ tROy [GROUND LUG FEEDER TO LUMINA'RE \-,-""~' ........ PROVIDE ,N P.^S=. CONDUCtOr.. )~'.~ ...... ~5 G~OUND CONNEC~0NII u ~- I.OLE CROU.D LUG~~ LE~LING NUTS ,~~ ~ PROVIDE GROU3 CLEANED ~- ' ~ Ii J" I; ~' RUBB.O F NISH ON ALL ' ' '" ' ' ? ' ~-CROUND LEaL "I ; : A~CUO~ BOLTS :'-c" ~ CONCR[T[ BASE DETAIL ~IGHTING DETAILS PLANTING SCHEDULE OUANTI~' KEY PLANT NAME BOTANICAL NAME SiZE 7 RO Red C~=W ~ue?~Vs tvbrp 3- B&B ,,, I 1 WO Whl~e Oak (~ue?cu$ albo ~ I/2' B&B BN~,E ROOT PLANTING NOTES: fir ~RE ROOT MATERIAL IS SP£CtFIED THESE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS MUST BE M['~. ~E R~T STOCK SH~: I, ~ THE R~TS SO. ED ~RNI~T THE NIGHT BEFORE 2 HAVE THE R~ PROTECTEO FR~ O~[NG ~RING ~S~AL~rlON PROCESS. 3. HAVE ALL ~GED. R~T5 ~D ROOT ENDS CL~LY PRUNNED ~ ~Tlisted d~bm, stranded ~ Gauqe ~re. ...L~' v ~ ~ no c.ea ot arilted to SoU Dike~ ~ ~ ~Relnforced tuber DECIDUOUS TREE REMOVE DEAD Off DAMAGED BRANCHES, I~['rA(N THE NATURAL FORM or THE SHRUB. PLACE WEE0 BARRIER PLACE 4' LAYER (AF'r~:R SL-F~LEMENT) OF WOODCHIP MULCH. REMOVE: TOP ~/5 Or BURLAP FROM ROOTBALL. DIG PLAJ~ HOLt MIN. LARGER THAN I~.LL, ALL SIDES. ~A~KFILL WITH PLANTING SCAR;~ BOTTO~ OF II Pt~NhNC HOLE 12 Ca. W,re / '~,, 2'Xl'X24' Waoci StOke COr,/IFEROUS TREE PLANTING' DETAILS ~0 SCALE Z EXHIBIT [~ - FLOOR PLANS EXHIBIT H - BUILDING ELEVATIONE OoJJtOUO8 NOI£1OOV VN3~IV 3~)1 VJ. OS3NNII~t '3dOH M3N Z EXHIBIT I - BUILDING SECTION Date: To: From: SubJect: NoVember 2, 1995 Kirk McDonald Douglas Sandstad, Building Official / Zoning Administrator Final "Concept" Ice Arena Plan, "October, 1995" I recommend approval of the Ice Arena Expansion Concept which meets all zoning and development standards, as revised. Since the architect has not spoken with me regarding design or State Building Code. requirements, I must mention two cost-related items: 1. The Architecg Tom Anderson, BRA, suggests by his design that the new and existing building must be separated by an Area Separation Wall (Building Code term) illustrated on sheets "Al" & "A2': Since the City Manager and Arena Manager have indicated a desire NOT to bisect the public spaces like concessions, office and storage with a big, ugly, block "Fire wall", this can be done by completing the partial automatic fire sprinkler system in the original building to match the new. [ Note that the original arena could not be. built, today, without FULL sprinklers.] The costs for this would only be partially offset by the cost reductions for deleting the illustrated "firewall" and expensive doors & hardware. 2. The new lower roof design will have to be "beefed up" within 8 feet of the original roof, in order to meet Chapter 1365 of the State Building Code ("Snow Loads"). It appears that the main areas of each roof must be designed to support a "Live Load" of 32 lbs.~ square foot, while the low area next to the higher (existing) roof must be designed to support about 52 lbs. / square foot. [This assumes a 3'6" vertical separation between arched roofs.] It is not clear whether the designer has calculated this cost.] I recommend that the architect, also, consult with Julie Quarvee Peterson or the Minnesota Council on Disabilities, as to Meal accommodations for the disabled community in the new arena. cc:BRA & French & Corbett & file ;~O~TERMAR AVE. COOPER HISH SCHOOL NEW ELEMETARY R-4 CIVIC CENTER crrY HALL SWIMMING POOL FIR~ STATION GETHSEMANE CEMETERY I''1 R.4 SUNNY$10E I-1 ICE ARENA N. ~-000 47 4~TH AVE. PARK I 0 ~-a~ o ~ z 53RD ,54, TH TH ICE ARENA 909.8 ,907.8 X 889.3 x% '--895. s ~ × 888.6 893.7 X X 905,3 893.4 904.9 x 901.0 897.3 X X 896.7 899.6 x Nev(~d~ ' .~y.~ue ~ Z~ ~--] L.' ~] Louisiana II Avenue NEW HOPE, MINNESOTA ICE ARENA ADDITION SITE AREA 5.55Ac.(24.1,085S.F.) SITE AREA COVERAGE Existing Building ,34,265S.F. Building Addition `31,405S.F. P(]ved Are(] 1 24,018S.F. Green Are(] 51,401S.F. 14.2% 13.0% 51.4% 21.4% PARKING Required Provided .306 Spoces t07 ' Spoces ncludes 8 HDCP) 20"4.2'22'* '-, 32.00' -, 5.85' '"'. /%- 11.58' /% == 35'05~' 1 ~ R = 4.2.00' 20'42'2~ T = 1.3.28' 62.00' L = 25.72' ,,' 11.33' 22.4.1' ,~- / ' ~ ,,' ?',, A = 09'46'50" ,, ,, R = 1 ;357.67' ~ T = 116.16' ' Nevad'a. A_v.e..n_~ e Avenue NEW HOPE, MINNESOTA ICE ARENA ADDITION C R/~)IN~/DRAINAGE/UT~L~Pt' Pl..AN CtTY PROJECT CRYSTAL I ~ 8onellroo Roeene Aeeoc~afel N_ evada ~' Z Id6~'land -13 Louisiana i Avenue NEW HOPE, MINNESOTA ICg ARENA ADDITION PLANTING SCHEDULE QUANTITY KEY PLANT' NAME BOTANICAL NAME SIZE 1t --BHS ...... BJ~k-~lills Spruce Picea qlauca densata 6' B&B !I AM A~nur Maple Acer ginnaJa -- 2 -' 6 ..... pC .... ] ..... Proirielre' cr~ ..... [ --~ai us ----~ RO ~ ~-' J Ou~r~~ i ~ ~--~ ..... 8 ........... GE Oree&spire-- C~d~-'-' ....... ~/[¢-~°rd~t~ '~r~i-¢e' -I 2 ]~"'"9~-B - 32 ___~J ........ Scgodio Juo~? ...... Jwp.iBeru~_~qbino 'Scondlo'_ .... ~5 Pgt ...... .... 4~ ........ BJ ......... ~_ostg~ lyy .......... Po~henocissus trlcuspidoto _ ~% PAL__ 'Robust~' Protective Wrapping Two-ply ashal~ il cemented c~repe_.pa,~er . BARE ROOT PLANTING NOTES: iF BARE ROOT MATERIAL IS SPECIFIED THESE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET. BARE ROOT STOCK SHALL: 1. HAVE THE ROOTS SOAKED OVERNIGHT THE NIGHT BEFORE PLANTING. 2. HAVE THE ROOTS PROTECTED FROM DRYING DURING iNSTALLATION PROCESS. 3. HAVE ALL DAMAGED, DISEASED OR DESIGNATED ROOTS AND ROOT ENDS CLEANLY PRUNNED. Twisted double stranded 14 Gauge wire. 8' Steel fence post notched or qlrilled to retain guy wires. 0 50 1 O0 Scale in feet SNOW STORAGF · North of existing Ice Arena. · Boulevard be[ween parking lot and street. · West side between fence and drive aisle. BUILDING LIGHTINC, * Shall match existing. ,All sod areas with plantings. NOTE: BUILDING LIGHTING TO MATCH EXISTING. FURNISH LUMINAIRE AN D STAN DAR D FINISHED GRADE FIXTURE - 250W, 240V HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM "SHOEBO)~' ON 50Ft. STEEL POLE: HUBBLELL RCS, SPAULDING evil, OR EQUAL. SINGLE OR DOUBLE MAST ARM AS SHOWN ON PLAN. LIGHTING UNIT NO SCALE 6 - #6 REINFORCING BARS- FULL DEPTH #4. TIES @ 1 "2"-- BOLT DIAMETER &: PROJECTION TO BE AS RECOMMENDED - BY MANUFACTURER " -CONDUIT NEW HOPE, MINNESOTA iCE ARENA ADDITION NEW HOPE, MINNESOTA iCE ARENA ADDITION NEW HOPE, MINNESOTA ICE ARENA ADDITION SOUTH ELEVATION SCALE: 1/~ 6" =1'-0" PAINTED CONCRETE BLOCK D=COA,IVE CONCRETE BLOCK TO MATCH EXISTING COLORS TO MATCH EXISTING ADDITION NEW HOPE, MINNESOTA ICE ARENA AODITION A~derlik & Hennepin County An Equal Opportunity Employer September 25, 1995 Mr. Daniel 3.Donahue City~ Manager City of New Hope 4401 Xylon Avenue No. New Hope, MN 55428-4898 531-5136 Dear Mr. Donahue: This letter is in response to your request to have Hennepin County review your Mighty Ducks project proposal and send a letter of support for funding through the State Capital Bonding Fund as required by the Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission. County staff have reviewed and discussed this proposal with you, and find it to be consistent with the criteria established by the Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission. In addition, the Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission requests that the County review the project proposal and determine ii' it is in accordance with the goals of the County's outdoor recreation plan. Your proposal is consistent with the Hennepin County Vision Statement which states in part: "Members of the Heunepin County.Board envision a community with a clean and healthy environment ...a County that has ample open spaces, parks and recreational areas avaiIable and high quality natural features." Hennepin County fully supports your project and the recreational services it will provide, as it is consistent with the County Vision Statement. Please let me know if I can provide you with any additional information on this subject. Thank you and good luck with your proposal sincerely, James M. Bourey County Administrator Hennepin CounW Administration JMB:mc A-1303 Hennepin County Government Center M/nneapolks, Minnesota 55487-0233 (612) 348-7574 FAX (612) 348-8228 Re~. tied P"I~ September 15, 1995 d.401 XYLON AVENUe' NORTH * NEW HOPE:, MN, 55421t, Ms. Shad French Director - Parks and Recreation City of New Hope 4401 Xylon Ave. N New Hope, MN 55428 SUBJECT.: Priority Ice Purchase Resolution Dear Ms. French, The New Hope Ice Arena has been the primary ice facility used by NI-tPAA hockey teams for the last 20 years. These teams include Cooper and Armstrong "A" and "B" traveling, NHPAA (dist. 281) mites and "C" teams. Pursuant to the present efforts of New Hope to construct new indoor ice facilities, the NHPAA Board of Directors is willing to commit to the City of New Hope that the New Hope Ice Arena will be given priority for ice purchases. The NHPAA is with the understanding that the City of New Hope intends to maintain their current level of facility services and a competitive rate structure. Sincerely, Michael It/cci President New Hope/Plymouth Athletic Association INDEPENDENT.~CHOOL DISTRICT 281 i~bbix~lale A~ Sdu~ol~ L~an~i.! for a lifetime oj'gto~i.! September 19, 1995 Dan Donahue City Manager City of New Hope 4401 Xylon Avenue North New Hope M~T 55428 Dear Dan: · Enclosed is a copy of the Mighty Ducks grant application resolution adopted by the District 281 school board at their September 18, 1995, meeting. We wish you well in your project. Thomas D. Bollin Superintendent Enclosure Il Il ! I1 Iii II !1 II II I I ! I MIGHTY DUCKS GRANT APPLICATION FOIl. CITY OF NEW HOPE WI-]F_2,EAS, the school board of Independent School District 281 is aware of the tremendous need locally and in surrounding communities for additional ice time due to the growth of ice hockey, and specifically the growth in girls' ice hockey and figure skating, 'and WHEREAS, the school board of Independent School District 281 is aware that the City of New Hope is considering making application for a Mighty Ducks ice arena grant, and WHEREAS, the school board of Independent School District 281 supports the City df New Hope's Mighty Ducks grant application. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the school board of Independent School District 281 that said board acknowledges the following: Ifthe City of New Hope submits aMighty Ducks ice arena grant application, and If'the City of New Hope is successful in securing a Mighty:Ducks grant, and If the City of New Hope proceeds with construction of an ice arena, then it would be the intention of the school board of Independent School District 281 to enter into a joint powers agreement with the City of New Hope for construction and/or operation of said arena. I ! 1 1 1 1 I 1 t 1 1 1 1 1 1 I ENVIRONMENTAL INTRUSION STATEMENT The addition of a second ice sheet is to be constructed in a 31,040 square foot building connected to the existing ice arena's south wall. The existing utility services are located along the south wall where the expansion will take place. Also located in the addition area is a parking lot for approximately 134 cars, which includes a bituminous surface and parking lot lighting. Listed below is each intrusion and a mitigation statement for each intrusion. Intrusion: ,1. Sanitary sewer service 2. Water service 3. Natural gas service 4. Electric ser. vice 5. Telephone service 6. Parking stalls / drive aisles for 134 cars 7. Parking lot lighting 8. Elevator 9. Access doors-along south wall · Mitigation Statement: , 1. Sanitary sewer service will be reconstructed along the South and west walls of the new addition. Water service will be provided by constructing a new 6" diameter water line along the west wall of the new addition, which will connect to the existing 8" diameter water main in 49th Avenue opposite Nevada Avenue. The existing 6" water service in 49th Avenue opposite Maryland Avenue will be realigned and constructed along the east wall of the new addition and terminate with a hydrant for fire protection opposite the main entrance to both ice arenas. Natural gas service will be reconstructed along the west property line to 49th Avenue. Electric service will be provided from the existing power line located along the west property line. Telephone service will be relocated to the west property line. The new site plan provides for constructing a new parking lot to serve both the ice arenas on the existing site owned by the City of New Hope. The new parking lot will be constructed to conform with present City standards. The existing parking lot serving the existing ice arena provides parking for approximately 230 cars. The new parking lot will provide parking for approximately 290 cars. New parking lot lighting will be constructed to conform to the new parking lot. The existing elevator located on the south wall will be incorporated into the new addition and be utilized by both ice arenas. Access doors located along the south wall will be maintained and incorporated into the new addition as needed. Additional doors will be constructed in the south wall to provide access between both .ice arenas. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMPLIANCE The New Hope Comprehensive Plan identifies several policies and goals that support the expansion of the current facility. A tactical study was completed for the New Hope Comprehensive Plan that identified several issues for the City of New Hope. As · early as 1976 the City set a goal for the ice arena to provide facilities and programs which meet the needs of all portions of the population (see Exhibit 8-A). The opportunity now exists that will allow for the update 'and expansion of the current facility to meet the changing needs of the community, School District 281, and the region in the 1990s. The proposed New Hope Ice Arena's expansion plans an'd goals are consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan. Land Use The existing New Hope Ice Arena has been in its location since 1975. The Land Use Framework Map of the Comprehensive Plan highlights the triangular parcel as public and semi-public land (see Exhibits 8-B and 8-C). The land use patterns have been developed and established around the site and are compatible with the functional'activity relationships of the City and the adjoining City of Crystal. Adding an additional ice sheet to the site will not promote over-intensification of land use development, but rather give the facility additional capacity to meet the growing needs for ice time in the City, School District and region. The Comprehensive Plan includes the New Hope Ice Arena within Planning District 11, a planning district which is mostly industrial land and includes a large apartment complex. Bordering the facility'to-the west are railroad tracks and vacant industrial zoned land that separate the parcel from the industrial area. Single family neighborhoods border the arena to the south and east. The neighborhood to the east is in the City of Crystal. As noted in the District Development Framework of the Comprehensive Plan, in order to continue the positive relationship between the arena and the neighborhood, the City of New Hope will continue to maintain adequate screening and landscaping at the arena and ensure the provision of adequate parking. Transportation Roadways The facility is accessed via 49th Avenue North, a neighborhood collector street. The use of a collector for this purpose is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the City's 1995 Transportation Plan (see Exhibit 8-D). The Comprehensive Plan functional classification system criteria identifies a collector street as having between 1,000-15,000 vehicles carried per day. The 1992 average daily traffic volumes on 49th at the arena is 2,500. The hockey arena is .4 of a mile from Winnetka Avenue and .8 away from 42nd Avenue North, minor arterials within New Hope and less than 1.5 miles from State Highway 1 69, the principal arterial in the area. Trailways Exhibits 8-E and 8-F illustrate the existing sidewalk system and the Trail/Bikeway Plan. An existing sidewalk along the north side of 49th Avenue North connects the ice arena with the balance of New Hope's sidewalk system providing safe pedestrian access to this facility. Additionally, the New Hope Transportation Plan includes 49th Avenue North as a location for a future bike lane, which will provide for bicycle access to the ice arena. Community Facilities The existing New Hope Arena site has been identified as a special use on the Park and Open Space Plan (see Exhibit 8-G). The location of this arena was based upon the desire to provide public services in a coordinated and economic manner, as well as to ensure adequate distribution within the, Twin Cities and safe, easy access for its users. Its.previous success within the City and region proves that its existing location is needed and well placed, consistent with the nature of development within the community. DUPLICATION OF EXISTING FACILITIES Exhibit 8-H shows the facilities that exist in the general region of the New Hope Ice Arena. Both actual distances and estimated travel.distances have been included. The New Hope Ice Arena serves a large area with a large population base. The facility serves School District 281, which includes all of the Cities of New Hope, Crystal, Robbinsdale, as well as portions of Plymouth, Golden .Valley, BrOoklyn Center, and Brooklyn Park (see Exhibit 8-1). The combined total population of these cities is 164,674 (Brooklyn Park not included). The facility is used extensively by the Cities of Plymouth and Maple Grove because it is the closest facility that offers all types of public skating and figure skating opportunities. Although Osseo, Wayzata and Golden Valley have ice arenas, they are owned by associations and private schools and are run on a contract basis only, with no open skating. The closest full public service facility to the New Hope Ice Arena is Victory Memorial, which services the Minneapolis area. The 1995-1996 eleven month scheduie for the New Hope Ice Arena stresses the range of services that it offers. A current 1995-1996 schedule is attached as Exhibit 10-B. The percentage of use of the schedule is broken down as follows: New Hope-Plymouth Athletic Association (Youth Boys and Girls, Ages 5-17) 40% Skating Lessons 17% Miscellaneous Hockey Contracts 14% School District 281 (Practice/Games High School Boys & Girls) 13% Open Hockey 7% 6% Open Skating 3% Hourly Rental TOTAL 100% In addition, the New Hope Ice Arena schedule includes five tournaments per year. The facility has hosted the State Bantam Tournament, the State Midget Tournament and the State Maroon and Gold High School Tournament. EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE The existing/proposed ice arena is connected to the City infrastructure and largely contribute to the services offered by the City. o The existing facility is serviced by sewer and water. The utilities are more than adequate for the proposed expansion. o The facility is accessed by 49th Avenue North which is claSsified as a Neighborhood collector street. o The facility is less than 1 mile from minor arterial roadways Winnetka and 42nd Avenue and less than 1.5 miles from principal arterial roadway State Highway 169. o The facility serves School District 281. This School District has 1 2 elementary schools, four middle schools, and two high schools. o The New Hope facility meets the 1995 legislatiVe requirement of equal number of ice-time hours offered to .girls and boys. o The facility is easily accessed by all of the School District, which includes all or portions of seven different cities (New Hope, Crystal, Robbinsdale, Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, PlymoUth., and Golden Valley). o The arena provides practice, games and tournament time for boys and girls high school hockey (Armstrong and Cooper High School). o The arena provides generous non-sport service through its skating lessons', programs and open skating (23 percent of the schedule time during the 1995 season). Expansion of the arena will allow for continued and expanded service to non-sport skating needs. o The New Hope Skating School represents 13 different communities. The figure skating program is run in three to ten week sessions. In January to March of 1995, 507 individuals participated in the Winter session, 87 of whom were Il Il i d i i from New Hope, while 420 of the participants were non-residents. The New Hope Ice Arena draws many visitors from across the State through its Bantam, Midget and High School tournaments that it hosts. An additional ice sheet would allow for more tournament possibilities. The New Hope Ice Arena has drawn visitors and gained notoriety from across the country when Mighty Ducks I and II were filmed in the arena. community issues UTILIZATION OF REMAINING '~residential neighborhood and housing preservation ii UND EVEL..O. PED LAND and maintenance i:i~::::::.'.-:: ~'..-'. I ,,--,, ~i ~l - " ' ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: ~-::.-~-~i:;-~' !i~i~ ' e s ........ ~]~fi:'::!:i:;.'.!:!]!: ; · ~' 'i <':':'::~]: "~-.::::~:~:i ~:i~::'-:~(~ ~ ~ :.- . transportahon .__~ . ..~ ~ii~il/~ ~'~ ',~ Jmorovements- ,~,~. '~ ] ~[ ~lte ~:i~.::.-~ ' v ~ ,, ~ .... rJn~, all/~ .... 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EXHIBIT 8A ~ Publio Skating, No Hock~ {~ Public Skating EPIN )ye ith Lakl 10t Brooklyn Park I Wayzata H.S. Ice ,/~'~. 7miles/9.6 m. ~ Minnetonka Icc Arena 8.4 miles/12 miles 3 Hopkias Pavilion 8.4 miles/lO.2 n~le 4 Braemer Ice Arena 12 miles/13.2 miles 5 Blake H.S. Ice Arena 8.4 miles/10.4 mile 6 Brock H.$. Ice Arena 5 miles/7.8 miles 7 St. Louis Park Ice A~na 7.4 miles/9.4 miles 8 Victory Memorial Ice Are 3.7 miles/4.8 miles 9 BmokJyn Park Ice Axcna 4.4 miles/8 miles 10 Osseo H.5. Ice Arena 5 miles/6 miles Distances shown indicate linear distance/estimated travel dis~an¢ ,eh ~nka Park Edina !: Existing Regional Ice Facilities Minn, EXHIBIT 8H 4 NEW HOPE ICE ARENA ! Cha ! I ! plin rove Os~eo Park District ~81 (Shad~l Area) N 23,807 - New Hope Ice Aren Location City Population Mi [49,2851 :to n ka St. Park Edina t Ice Arena Service Area Minn~ oils EXHIBIT 81 NEW HOPE ICE ARENA ECONOMIC IMPACT As previously stated, the existing New Hope Ice Arena facility serves School District 281 and a very large portion of the Twin Cities area. The seating capacity of the arena is 2,200, which makes it one of the largest high school arenas in the state. This capacity and the philosophy and efforts of the staff allow the arena to host several youth tournaments and non,sport events during the eleven months that it is open. In 1995-96, the arena will host a three-day Pee Wee A/Bantam A; Pee Wee B/Bantam B/Midget B Traveling Invitational Tourriament, and house tournaments for Mites and Squirt C/Pee Wee C teams (see Exhibit 10-A). In addition, the ice arena will host a three-day Satellite Training Program Festival; an off-season conditioning program offered by the Minnesota Amateur Hockey Association. These tournaments and programs will include 41 out-of-town hockey teams, or 123 team days of visits to the community. Each game consists of two 17-player teams, plus their coaches and managers, two to three on-ice officials, and two to four off-ice officials. Parents frequently attend these games, often accompanied by friends and siblings of the players. Also, there are 234 team visits to the community for league activities (all Mite teams are from the community). The. New Hope Ice Arena also hosts several non-sport events. The arena has been the host for the New Hope Skating School's Annual Ice Show (since 1976) and the Minneapolis Figure Skating Club Annual Ice Show in May. The New Hope Ice Arena has hosted out-of-state guests for the last nine years for "Sesame Street Live" (dry floor) rehearsals, and the arena was used as the feature rink in the filming of "Mighty Ducks, and as the home professional rink in "Mighty DuckS I1". Through these tournaments and special events, the New Hope Ice Arena has been a source of both economic value and community pride. Visitors to the facility that are involved in a tournament or special event provide a substantial economic impact to the lodging:, restaurant, and entertainment industries of the ar. ea. Recognizing the arena or al. neighbor in the crowd when viewing Mighty Ducks IOr II, or just seeing a family member perform in a figure--skating routine gives citizens of the areaa great source of community pride. The advantages of the existing arena are evident. Unfortunately, there have been many opportunities that could not'be pursued because of the lack of ice availability. An addition of an ice sheer'to'the New Hope Ice Arena would allow the facility to continue the current schedUling and service to the community and yet allow for the ability to schedule tournaments and events for out-of-state guests. This addition would allow the facility to concentrate on servicing both local and out-of-state visitors which would in turn, produce a new net economic impact to New Hope and the region. CITY OF NEW HOPE ADDITION OF SECOND ICE SHEET; CONSTRUCTION TIMETABLE EXHIBIT 12F Authorize preparations plans / specifications Planning Commission / City Council approval Approve plans / specification for bidding Receive bids Award 'Contract Contractor order, fabricates materials Begin construction ' Completion Contracts I & !1 September 25, 1995 November, 1995 January 8, 1995 February 7, 1996 February 12, 1996 February - March, 1996 April, 1996 October 1, 1996 ~ HASSAN I I I I I I Medina Dayton Long Ororlo Rameey NEPIN :rove Park AN@KA Ham Lake Blaine EXHIBIT 2A , COLUMBUS ,~.-% Lino Lakes fadnai! 4eight! Shorewood -..% Air:~ort :. Geographic Ix)cation Map State and Regional Location NEW HOPE ICE ARENA Planning Case: Request: Location: PID No: Zoning: Petitioner: Report Date: Meeting Date: CITY OF NEW HOPE PLANNING CASE REPORT 95-23 Request for Rezoning from R-l, Single Family Residential, to R-2, Single and Two Family Residential, Zoning District to Allow the Construction of a Handicap Accessible Twinhome 6073/6081 Louisiana Avenue North 05-118-21-21-0113 R-l, Single Family Residential, Zoning District City of New Hope November 3, 1995 November 8, 1995 BACKGROUND The City of New Hope is requesting a rezoning of the property located at 6073 Louisiana Avenue North from an R-I, Single Family Residential Zoning District, to an R-2, Single and Two-Family Residential Zoning District. In October 1993, the City of New Hope purchased the property at 7109 62nd Avenue North. Once purchased, the City rehabilitated and sold the property to a first time home buyer. As part of that project, the City split off the rear 100 feet of the property due to the depth of the lot. At the same time, the owners of the comer lot located at 7105 62nd Avenue North decided to subdivide their property and sold the rear 100 feet to the City. The City combined both properties to create a new parcel as part of the City's Scattered Site Housing Program. The goal of the Scattered Site Program is to provide a variety of housing types in New Hope including home ownership opportunities for the disabled population. The City intends to construct a three bedroom handicap accessible twinhome on the site, similar to the one the City has constructed at the comer of 51st and Winnetka Avenue North. o The dimensions of the rectangular lot are roughly 100' x 166' and contains 16,600 square feet. The lot is located on Louisiana Avenue, 250 feet south of the Louisiana Avenue and 62nd Avenue intersection. The site has never been built on. The site is bordered on the north by R-1 properties, on the west by R-1 Single Family Residential properties, on the east by Crystal Lions Public Park, and on the south by R-I, Single Family Residential and R-4, High Density Residential properties. The site is currently zoned R-l, Single Family Residential. The City feels that the highest and best use for the site is as a twinhome/duplex due to the size of the property, therefore the request is to rezone the property to R-2. If the rezoning is approved, a handicap accessible duplex will be constructed on the site. Planning Case Report 95-23 November 3, 1995 7. Property owners within 350' of the request have been notified and staff have received no comments regarding this request. ANALYSIS The Planning Consultant has prepared a report on this rezoning request (attached) so please refer to it for detailed explanations. Staff wants only to highlight the significant issues in the report, as listed below. 2. Rezoning Judgment Criteria. The City of New Hope considers rezoning decisions as policy matters that are warranted only via the following conditions: Has the rezoning request resulted from a past zoning mistake? No. In review of the Comprehensive Plan, existing land use patterns, and past use of the subject property, it is apparent that the current R-1 zoning designation does not represent a past zoning mistake. To be specifically noted is that the existing R-1 zoning was originally applied to the tier of oversized single family lots fronting onto 62nd Avenue. The site in question overlays land which was formerly devoted to the rear yards of two abutting single family lots. Thus, the existing R-1 zoning was not created in error. Bo Has the character of the area changed to warrant consideration of a zoning change? The majority of single family homes within this area lie isolated from the remainder of New Hope. Such homes are "small" in size and lie upon oversized lots (i.e., +20,000 square feet). In recognition of area housing sizes, the lot configuration of the area does not provide for an efficient use of land. A reconfiguration of the lot structure to increase the efficiency of municipal service delivery would create lots having greater value to property owners and the City. This condition is similar to that identified in the City's recent Bass Lake Road Redevelopment Study (Bass Lake Road/Sumter Avenue North area). 3. Additional Evaluation Criteria. In evaluating the preceding conditions, the City should also review the requested rezoning within the following parameters: Ao The proposed action has been considered in relation to the specific policies and provisions of and has been found to be consistent with the official City Comprehensive Plan. As shown on Exhibit C, the City's Land Use Plan suggests low density residential use of the subject property. According to the plan, "low density" development is assumed to hold five or fewer dwelling units per acre. In this regard, the proposed twinhome on the 16,600 square foot lot produces a residential density consistent with the City's adopted Land Use Plan. The provisions of affordable handicapped housing fulfills a specific housing need in the City and is consistent with the 1978 Housing Action Plan Update as reiterated below: Provide safe, healthy, and attractive residential environments which offer a broad and full choice of housing types. Planning Case Report 95-23 November 3, 1995 · Provide housing in cost ranges affordable to low and moderate income households. Encourage and promote adequate living space and fully utilized housing through the provision of a range of choice among housing types and options. The City shall encourage development of the larger remaining undeveloped single family residential parcels at a mid density in order to help maximize opportunities to diversify housing choice. Programs available through the Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority shall be utilized when they can assist the City in meeting its particular low and moderate income housing goals. Bo The proposed use is or will be compatible with present and future land uses of the area. In consideration of rezoning requests, it is typically beneficial to examine the proposed use's compatibility with surrounding uses. The following is a listing of land uses and zoning designations which surround the subject site. Direction Land Use Zoning North Single Family Residential R-1 South Single Family Residential R-4 High Density Residential East Public (Park) City of Crystal West Single Family Residential R-1 Generally speaking, the proposed use of the subject site is considered compatible with surrounding uses and provides a logical transition between adjacent single and multiple family uses. The proposed use conforms with all performance standards contained herein. The subject 16,600 square foot property contains sufficient area to accommodate the proposed use of the site (7,000 square feet per unit required for twinhomes). As a condition of ultimate development approval, all applicable performance standards must be upheld. The proposed use will not tend to or actually depreciate the area in which it is proposed. While no detailed study has been conducted, it is expected that the proposed use of the subject property will not depreciate the area in which it is proposed. In fact, it is anticipated that the proposed use will enhance area property values. Planning Case Report 95-23 4 November 3, 1995 The proposed use can be accommodated with existing public services and will not overburden the City's service capacity. To accommodate development upon the subject site, new sewer and water stubs will need to be extended from Louisiana Avenue. While such improvement will require the restoration of a portion of Louisiana Avenue, the proposed development (twinhome) will not overburden the City's service capacity. Fo Traffic generation by the proposed use is within capabilities of streets serving the property. The subject site is to be accessed via 'Louisiana Avenue from thc east. Traffic generated by the proposed use is within the service capabilities of such street. Proposed Zoning: The proposed R-2 zoning designation is intended to provide for low density and two unit dwellings and directly related complementary uses. Specific uses allowed in the R-2 District are identical to those allowed in the R-1 District with the addition of "two family dwelling units" being permitted uses. In this particular case, the R-2 zone has been requested to allow for the construction of a handicap accessible twinhome on the subject property. Subdivision: To allow individual ownership of the two proposed townhomes, a subdivision of the subject property will be necessary. At 16,600 square feet in size, the subject may successfully accommodate the minimum R-2 District lot size requirements and the minimum 7,000 square feet of lot area required for a two family dwelling unit. To be specifically noted in regard to the necessary subdivision is a required 30-foot setback from Louisiana Avenue North. o The project is part of the City's scattered site housing program which is intended to provide a variety of housing types for low/moderate income persons. The project is being funded by grants and loans from the Metropolitan Council and the 5-City Community Housing Development Organization (CHODO). The project will be very similar to the homes constructed at 51 st and Winnetka Avenues, which have both been sold. The project concept was approved by the City Council in August and since that time staff have been "double tracking" the project through the construction and zoning process, as the grant funds require that the project be significantly underway by the end of the year. Staff have developed plans and specifications for the twinhome in conjunction with a designer, the City Council has approved the plans, and bids are currently being sought for construction of the twinhome and for extension of utilities to the site. Staff also solicited quotes for the preparation of the preliminary plat and had the plat prepared, which is being considered under Planning Case 95-24. Staff have sent neighboring property owners several bulletins informing them of the project and the bulletins are attached for your information. Staff and the Council felt that the Commission would be totally supportive of the project due to the number of goals/objectives that are being met under the Comprehensive Plan with this new construction. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the rez~ning from an R-1 to an R-2 Zoning District. Attachments: 9/27 Planner's Report & Project Bulletins Northwest, Associ. ated Consultants, Inc. COMMUNITY LANNING DESIGN · MARKET RESEARCH PLANNING REPORT TO: FROM: DATE: RE: FILE NO: Kirk McDonald Bob Kirmis/Alan Brixius 27 September 1995 New Hope - 6073 Louisiana Avenue Rezoning 131.00 - 95.23 BACKGROUND The City of New Hope has initiated a request to rezone a 16,000 square foot vacant parcel of land located south of 62nd Avenue North and west of Louisiana Avenue (6073 Louisiana Avenue) from R-l, Single Family Residential to R-2, Single and Two Family Residential. Such R-2 zoning designation would allow the subdivision and ultimate construction of a handicap accessible twinhome upon the property. Attached for reference: Exhibit A - Site Location Exhibit B - Detailed Site Location Exhibit C - Land Use Plan Exhibit D - Site Photographs IS SUF~ ANALYSIS Property Hi~tory. The City of New Hope purchased the rear 100 feet ofproperty located at 7105 62nd Avenue North from Carol and Faye James in June 1994, using CDBG scattered site housing funds. This property was subsequently combined with the rear 100 feet of the adjacent property located at 7109 62nd Avenue, which the City purchased in October 1993, for rehabilitation. The two properties were replatted in October 1994, as the Cameron Addition, to form a new, undeveloped, City-owned lot at 6073 Louisiana Avenue North. To accommodate the proposed use of the property (two family dwelling) a rezoning of the property from R-l, Single Family Residential to R-2, Single and Two Family Residential is required. 5775 Wayzata Blvd.-Suite 555. St. Louis Park, MN 55416. (612) 595-9636.Fax. 595-9837 Rezoning Judgement Criteria. The City of New Hope considers rezoning decisions as policy matters that are warranted only via the following conditions: 1. Has the rezoning request resulted from a past zoning mistake? No. In review of the Comprehensive Plan, existing land use patterns, and past use of the subject property, it is apparent that the current R-1 zoning designation does not represent a past zoning mistake. To be specifically noted is that the existing R-1 zoning was originally applied to the tier of oversized single family lots fronting onto 62nd Avenue. The site in question overlays land which was formerly devoted to the rear yards of two abutting single family lots. Thus, the existing R-1 zoning was not created in error. 2. Has the character of the area changed to warrant consideration of a zoning change? The majority of single family homes within this area lie isolated from the remainder of New Hope. Such homes are "small" in size and lie upon oversized lots (i.e., +20,000 square feet). In recognition of area housing sizes, the lot configuration of the area does not provide for an efficient use of land. A reconfiguration of the lot structure to increase the efficiency of municipal service delivery would create lots having greater value to property owners and the City. This condition is similar to that identified in the City's recent Bass Lake Road Redevelopment Study (Bass Lake Road/Sumter Avenue North area). Additional Evaluation Criteria. In evaluating the preceding conditions, the City should also review the requested rezoning within the following parameters: The proposed action has been considered in relation to the specific policies and provisions of and has been found to be consistent with the official City Comprehensive Plan. As shown on Exhibit C, the City's Land Use Plan suggests low density residential use of the subject property. According to the plan, "Iow density" development is assumed to hold five or fewer dwelling units per acre. In this regard, the proposed twinhome on the 16,600 square foot lot produCes a residential density consistent with the City's adopted Land Use Plan. The provisions of affordable handicapped housing fulfills a specific housing need in the City and is consistent with the 1978 Housing Action Plan Update as reiterated below: Provide safe, healthy, and attractive residential environments which offer a broad and full choiCe of housing types. 2 be Ce Provide housing in cost ranges affordable to low and moderate income households. Encourage and promote adequate living space and fully utilized housing through the provision of a range of choice among housing types and options. The City shall encourage development of the larger remaining undeveloped single family residential parcels at a mid density in order to help maximize opportunities to diversify housing choice. Programs available through the Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority shall be utilized when they can assist the City in meeting its particular Iow and moderate income housing goals. The proposed use is or will be compatible with present and future land uses of the area. In consideration of rezoning requests, it is typically beneficial to examine the proposed use's compatibility with surrounding uses. The following is a listing of land uses and zoning designations which surround the subject site. Direction Land Use Zoning North Single Family Residential R-1 South Single Family Residential R-4 High Density Residential East Public (Park) City of Crystal West Single Family Residential R-I Generally speaking, the proposed use of the subject site is considered compatible with surrounding uses and provides a logical transition between adjacent single and multiple family uses. The proposed use conforms with all performance standards contained herein. The subject 16,600 square foot property contains sufficient area to accommodate the proposed use of the site (7,000 square feet per unit required for twinhomes). As a condition of ultimate development approval, all applicable performance standards must be Upheld. 3 de The proposed use will not tend to or actually depreciate the area in which it is proposed. While no detailed study has been conducted, it is expected that the proposed use of the subject property will not depreciate the area in which it is proposed. In fact, it is anticipated that the proposed use will enhance area property values. The proposed use can be accommodated with existing public services and will not overburden the City's service capacity. To accommodate development upon the subject site, new sewer and water stubs will need to be extended from Louisiana Avenue. While such improvement will require the restoration of a portion of Louisiana Avenue, the proposed development (twinhome) will not overburden the City's service capacity. Traffic generation by the proposed use is within capabilities of streets serving the property. The subject site is to be accessed via Louisiana Avenue from the east. Traffic generated by the proposed use is within the service capabilities of such street. RECO~ATION The change in zoning of the subject property is considered a matter of City policy to be determined by City Officials. In malting this determination, the City must consider a number of factors on how the rezoning will affect the site and the City as a whole. ,, In consideration of the City's established rezoning evaluation criteria, findings can be made that the existence of small homes upon large lots results in an under-utilization of property and inefficient service delivery. The proposed development of a twin home upon the subject property would directly respond to numerous policy statements established within the City's Housing Action Plan including those encouraging a choice of housing types and the rehabilitation of substandard units as well as general directives of the Bass Lake Road Redevelopment Study. pc: Doug Sandstad 4 City of New. Hope ~ FAMILY RESiOENTIAL R-I ' SINGL~ &ND TWO FAMILY R~SIOENTIAL MEDKIM OENSITy RESIDENTIAL R-S HIGH O~ILSIT'Y RESIOENTI&L R-4 SENIOR CITIZ[N RESIrtlrRTIAL R-S RESIOENTIAL OFFICE R-O L. IMIT~'O N~"IGNBORHOOO BUSINESE RETAIL BUSINESS 8-'~ AUTO ORIENT£O BUSINESS 8- COMMUNITY BUSINESS 8-4 LIMITED INOUSTRIAL GENERAL INGUSTRIAL ! - Z WET LAND w ociated Consultants, inc. EXHIBIT A - SITE LOCATION ~P B?O. ~ x SITE 'i 861.4 8'? O. 4 /, 0~1 EXHIBIT B - DETAILED SITE LOCATION land use framework J---'Jlow density residential ~mid density residential J~high density residential ~publlc and semi public JJ i nd ustrla I/Jouslness new hope, minn. 1/2 mi ~ ,' city · ;~center !EXHIBIT C - LAND USE PLAN !~OOKING SOUTHWEST OOKING SOUTHWEST EXHIBIT D - SITE LOOKING WEST LOOKING EAST LOOKING WEST LOOKING NORTH LOOKING WEST PROJECT NO. 519 BULLETIN NO. ! CITY OF NEW HOPE PROJECT BULLETIN HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE TWIN HOME TO BE BUILT AT 6073 LOUISIANA AVENUE NORTH Overview In 1993/1994, the City of New Hope purchased, rehabilitated and sold the property at 71~9 62nd Avenue North. As part of that project, the City split offthe rear 100 feet of the property due to the depth of the lot. At the same time, the owners of the comer lot located at 7105 62nd Avenue North decided to subdivide their property and sold the rear 100 feet to the City. The City combined both properties to create a new parcel as part of the City's Scattered Site Housing Program. The goal of the Scattered Site Program is to provide a variety of housing types in New Hope including home ownership opportunities for the disabled population. The City intends to construct a three bedroom handicap accessible twin home on the site, similar to the one the City has constructed at the comer of 51st and Winnetka Avenue North (see attached photos). The City is currently working with'a designer to modify the design used at 51st and Wirmetka for the 6073 Louisiana site (see attached photos). The main design modifications will include one additional bedroom and bathroom. Once completed, the twin home will be accessed off of Louisiana Avenue, it will be slab on grade construction, and will be one story. Each unit will include three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room, dining room, kitchen, utility room, and oversized two car garage. The units will be marketed as a home ownership opportunity for people with disabilities. The site will be landscaped once construction is complete. Sewer and Water Sewer and water service does not currently extend to the site. Therefore, service will be extended from a sewer and water connection located to the south to the property. The City will be awarding a bid for the sewer and water work at the October 9, 1995 City Council meeting. If approved, the work will begin immediately and should be completed in early November. Construction Activities During the next few months, workers will be at the property installing the sewer and water service, removing some trees, and adding fill to raise the. site for construction. Building construction is scheduled to begin in the middle of November and will be completed in March. Final landscaping will be completed in the spring.. New Hope City Code states that construction can occur on the site between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on weekends or holidays. 9-29-95 Contact Persons If you have questions or concerns, please call Sarah Bellefuil, Administrative Analyst.. at 53 I-5137. or Kirk McDonald. Management Assistant/Communiw Development Coordinator. at 531-5119. The City appreciates the cooperation of all businesses and residents in the area that mav be impacted by the construction during this project. The completion of the project will improv~ the site and create home ownership oppommities for the disabled. Thank you for your cooperation. City of New Hope 4401 Xylon Avenue North New Hope, MN 55428 531-$119 PROJECT NO. 51 9 BULLETIN NO. 2 CITY OF NEW HOPE PROJECT BULLETIN HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE TWIN HOME TO BE BUILT AT 6073-6081 LOUISIANA AVENUE NORTH Overview As stated in the project bulletin sent to you on September 29th, the City of New Hope will be constructing a handicap accessible twin home on a City-owned property located at 6073-6081 Louisiana Avenue North. The twin home will be similar in design to the one the City constructed at 51 st and Winnetka Avenue North. Each unit of the proposed twin home will 'include three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a dining room, living room, kitchen, utility room, oversized two-car garage, and will include numerous accessibility features. The units will be marketed as a home ownership opportunity for people with disabilities. Sewer and Water At the October 9th New Hope City Council meeting, the City Council awarded the contract to H & M Asphalt to extend sewer, water and storm sewer to the City-owned property at 6073-6081 Louisiana Avenue. Sewer, water and storm sewer installation is scheduled to begin on November 1st, weather permitting, and will take approximately one week to complete. LoUisiana Avenue will be closed for approximately one day during the installation. Tree Removal In order to accommodate the construction of an accessible twin home at 6073-6081 Louisiana, the City will be removing some of the trees currently growing on the property. The trees will be removed during the next few weeks in preparation of construction of the twin home. The City will landscape the property next spring. Construction Building construction is scheduled to begin in the middle of November and will be completed next spring. New Hope City Code states that construction can occur on the site between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM, Monday through Friday and 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM on weekends and holidays. Contact Persons If you have questions or concerns, please call Sarah Bellefuil, Administrative Analyst, at 531-5137, or Kirk McDonald, Management Assistant/Community Development Coordinator, at 531-5119. The City appreciates the cooperation of all businesses and residents in the area that may be impacted by the construction during this project. The completion of the project will improve the site and create home ownership opportunities for the disabled. Thank you for your cooperation. City of New Hope, 4401 Xylon Avenue North, New Hope, Minnesota 55428 10/24/95 NOV-02-95 THU t1:43 P, 02/03 P, II~iUkE]. It., P~AJ~1'TpI p. November 2, 1995 Mr. Kirk McDonald Management Assistant City of New Hope 4401Xylon Avenue North New Hope, MN 55428 RE: Rezoning Ordinance ?or Twin Home at 6073-6081 .Louisiana Avenue North Our File No. 99.49516 Dear Kirk: Please find enclosed a proposed Ordinance for consideration at the November 8th, 1595 Planning Commission meeting rezoning the twin home property at 6073-6081 Louisiana Avenue to As we discussed, the property is currently bain9 replatted ~rom Lot 2, Block 1, Cameron Addition to Lot 1 and 2, Block 1, Cameron 3rd Additior~, As a result, the enctoseo rezoning ordinance is informational at this time, This reT. oning ordinance should be adopted when the ,inal Dlat for the property iS approved and adopted. Otherwise, the ordinance would need to reflect the existing legal description anO not the Droposed legal description indicated on the preliminary I~lat. Contact me if you have any questions, Very truly yours, Steven A, Sondral] Enclosure NOV-02-95 ?HU 11:44 P, 03/03 ORDINANCE NO, 95-1 AN ORD'ZNANCE REZONING PROPERTY LOCATED ^'r 6073-6083 LOUISIANA AVENUE NORTH TO FROM The City Council of the C~ty of New Hope ordafns: ~ection 1_. Section 4,2~ "E_xte~t of,R-2 Single and Two ~es~dent~a3 D~s~rict" ~s hereby amended by adding subsection (23) to read as follows: Lo~ ! an~ 2, B~ock 1, Cameron 3rd Additio~. ,~ection.~. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be effective upon l~s passage and publication. Dated the day of ~, 1995, Edw_ J. Eriekeon, Mayor Attest - Valerje Leone, City C3~rk (Published in the New Hope-Golden Valley Sun-Poet the ._, 1995. ) ._ day o! Planning Case: Request: Location: PID No: Zoning: Petitioner: Report Date: Meeting Date: CITY OF NEW HOPE PLANNING CASE REPORT 95-24 Request for Preliminary Plat Approval of Cameron 3rd Addition to Subdivide the Property Currently Known as Cameron 2nd Addition into Two Parcels to Allow the Construction of a Zero-Lot-Line Handicap Accessible Twinhome 6073/6081 Louisiana Avenue North 05-118-21-21-0113 R-2, Single and Two-Family Residential, Zoning District City of New Hope November 3, 1995 November 8, 1995 BACKGROUND The City of New Hope is requesting Preliminary Plat approval for Cameron 3rd Addition, Pursuant to Chapter 13 of the New Hope Code. At the time of the writing of this report, the property is zoned R-1 Single Family Residential. The rezoning of this property to R-2, Single and Two Family Residential, will be reviewed at the November 8th Planning Commission as Planning Case 95-23. The purpose of the plat is to subdivide the parcel into two lots to accommodate the construction of a zero-lot-line handicap accessible twinhome. The project is being sponsored by the City in conjunction with the Metropolitan Council and CO-OP Northwest Community Housing Revitalization Corporation and is being funded with a variety of funding sources, including funds from the Federal HOME Program, CDBG Scattered Site Housing funds, and a Metropolitan Council Housing Assistance Loan. The CRC will provide second mortgage write downs so that the twinhome will provide affordable housing for New Hope residents with special needs. The City will oversee the construction and upon completion the homes will be sold to qualified buyers. o In 1993/1994, the City of New Hope purchased, rehabilitated and sold the property at 7109 62nd Avenue North. As part of that project, the City split off the rear 100 feet of the property due to the depth of the lot. At the same time, the owners of the comer lot located at 7105 62nd Avenue North decided to subdivide their property and sold the rear 100 feet to the City. The City combined both properties to create a new parcel as part of the City's Scattered Site Housing Program. The goal of the Scattered Site Program is to provide a variety of housing types in New Hope including home ownership opportunities for the disabled population. The City intends to construct a three bedroom handicap accessible twinhome on the site, similar to the one the City has constructed at the comer of 51 st and Winnetka Avenue North. Prior to this request, staff requested approval to rezone the property from R-l, Single Family Residential, Zoning District, to R-2, Single and Two Family Residential, Zoning District based upon the following findings: A) Based on an examination of surrounding uses and zoning designations, it appears that the proposed use (twinhome) could compatibly exist on the subject site and is in character with existing land uses in the area. B) The character of the area has remained the same with small homes on oversized lots. Because of the area housing sizes, the lot configuration of the area does not provide for an efficient use of land. The reconfiguration of this parcel will create lots that have a greater value to property owners and the City. C) The proposed use conforms with all performance standards contained herein. According to the Zoning Ordinance, 7,000 square feet of lot area must be provided for each two-family unit. At approximately 16,600 square feet in size, the subject property provides ample area to accommodate the proposed use. D) The twinhome will be designed and built to be handicap accessible and, therefore, fulfills a specific housing need in the City consistent with the 1978 Housing Action Plan Update. E) The proposed twinhome will not depreciate the area but may enhance area property values. The City will be using the same design as the twinhome built at 51st and Winnetka Avenue North. The only change in the design is that the rear of the building will be extended 10 feet to accommodate a third bedroom and second bathroom. The City Council approved the updated plans and specs at their October 9th meeting. Bids will be opened on November 3rd and will be brought before the City Council for their review on November 13th. The site is bordered on the north by R-1 properties, on the west by R-1 Single Family Residential properties, on the east by Crystal Lions Public Park, and on the south by R-1, Single Family Residential and R-4, high Density Residential properties. The topography of the property is basically flat and there are numerous trees on the site. The site will be relandscaped in the spring once construction is complete. As per routine policy, the preliminary plat was submitted to City Department Heads, the City Attorney, City Engineer, utility companies and Hennepin County for review and comment. The City Code states that copies of the f'mal plat shall be submitted to the Planning Commission for their review and recommendation, unless the requirement is waived by the Planning Commission during their review of the preliminary plat. City staff is requesting the Planning Commission waive this requirement so the that final plat will can be reviewed at the November 27th City Council meeting. Planning Case 95-24 3 November 3, 1995 10. Property owners within 350' of the request have been notified, along with the cities of Crystal and Brooklyn Park, and staff have received no comments regarding this request. Project bulletins that were sent to property owners are attached. ANALYSIS The total area of the proposed plat is approximately 16,600 square feet or .381 acres and has a width of 100 feet on the east (Louisiana Avenue) and west and a length of 160 feet on the north and south. The width on Louisiana Avenue, excluding the easement, is 80 feet and this is considered the front yard as the Zoning Code defines lot frontage as "that boundary abutting a public right-of-way having the least width." 2. The setback requirements for the R-2 Zoning District, as applied to this site, are as follows: Front Yard (east) Side Yard (north) Side Yard (south) Rear Yard (west) 30 feet 10 feet 10 feet 35 feet The twinhome proposed for this site meets or exceed the setback requirements: the front of the structure will be located 30 feet from Louisiana Avenue; the north and south side will be located 20 feet from the adjacent properties; and the rear of the structure will be located 60 feet from the west property line (exceeding the 35-foot requirement). The plat subdivides the Property into two (2) equal parcels. The lot area and lot width requirements for the R-2, Single and Two Family Residential, Zoning District (Subdivision of Double Bungalow or Townhouse Lots: to permit individual private ownership of a single dwelling unit within such a structure), are compared below: R-2 Requirement Minimum Lot Area = 7,000 square feet Minimum LOt Width = 1/2 of the base lot street frontage of 75 feet or 37.5 feet Preliminary Plat LOt 1 = 8,300 square feet LOt 2 = 8,300 square feet LOt 1 = 50 feet Lot 2 = 50 feet The City Engineer reviewed the preliminary plat and made the following comments/ recommendations: A. Lot and block numbers written on plat are confusing where they are written. B. Lot square footages for each lot appear to be in error. C. Drainage and utility easements on south line for Lot 2 (south lot) shall be increased from 5 feet to 15 feet wide. Planning Case 95-24 4 November 3, 1995 5. The City Attorney reviewed the preliminary plat and made the following comments/ recommendations: The preliminary plat of the proposed Cameron 3rd Addition is in order from a legal standpoint with the exception of the following: A. The City of New Hope is listed as the owner. The owner in fact is the EDA. B. The plat name "Cameron 2nd Addition" was used for the previous plat of this property. At the time of the filing of this previous plat, the name was changed from Cameron Addition to Cameron 2nd Addition because of possible confusion with an existing plat. So the current plat under consideration should be named "Cameron 3rd Addition". C. Because of the change in the name of previous plat, the legal description for the land to be platted in this proposed plat is "Lot 2, Block 1, Cameron 2nd Addition". D. Certain minor information required for preliminary plats by City Ordinance Section 13.041 is missing, namely the location of sewer and water mains and the zoning classification. Based upon information available to me, the property appears to be zoned R-1 at this time. E. Since the EDA owns the property, title evidence will not be necessary. I will provide a letter to the County Surveyor setting forth the status of the title at the time the final plat is prepared. F. The property is tax exempt at this time, so full payment of the real estate taxes will not need to be coordinated with the filing of the plat. 6. The Building Official reviewed the plat and had the following comment: A. Widen the drainage and utility easement to 15 feet along the south property line for a new storm sewer. 7. Hennepin County reviewed the preliminary plat and had no comments. 8. No comments were received from utility companies on the plat. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the Preliminary Plat of Cameron 3rd Addition, subject to the following conditions: 1. Final plat review to be waived by the Planning Commission. 2. The utility easement along the southern property line to be changed to 15 feet to allow for a new storm sewer. 3. Change the owner to the New Hope EDA. The preliminary plat currently lists the City of New Hope as the owner. C~ Planning Case 95-24 4. o 5 November 3, 1995 The plat name "Cameron 2nd Addition" was used for the previous plat of this property, therefore the current plat should be renamed "Cameron 3rd Addition". Change the legal description to read "Lot 2, Block 1, Cameron 2nd Addition". Correct lot square footages: Lot 2 = 8,335 and Lot 1 = 8,210. Attachments: Zoning/Section/Topo Maps Preliminary Plat City Attorney Comments City Engineer Comments Building Official Comments Easements Correspondence to Neighbors Plat Review Letter Twinhome Plans STEV.SN A. liOl~ FL~.L November 1, 1995 Kirk McDonald City of New Hope 4401Xylon Avenue North New Hope, MN 55428 RE: Cameron 2nd Addition Our File No.: 99.10045 Dear KirK: have examined the proposed preliminary plat for Cameron 2nd Addibion and have the following comments: 1. The City of New HOps is 1isLed as the owner, The owner in fact is the EPA. 2. The pla% name "Cameron 2nd Addition" was used for the previous plat of this property, A: the time of the filing of this previous plat, the name was changed from Cameron Addition to Cameron 2nd Addition because of possible confusion with an existing plat. So the Gurrent plub under consideration should be named "Cameron 3rd Addition". 3. Beoause of the change in the name of previous plat, the legal description for the land to be platted in this proposed plat is "Lo~ 2, Block 1, Cameron 2nd Addition". 4. Certain minor information required for preliminary plats by City Ordinance Sec:ion 13.041 ia missing, namely the lo~ation of sewer and wa~er maine and the zoning classification, Based upon information uvailable to me, the property appears to be zoned ~-1 a: :~is time. 5. Since the EPA owns the property, title evidence will not be necessary. I will provide a letter to the County Surveyor setting forth the status of the title at the time the final plat is prepared. Kirk M¢Oonald November 1, lgg$ Page ~ ~. The propersy i$ ~ax exempt at this sime, so full payment of the real estate taxes will not need to be coordinated with the filing of the pla~ Be sure to contact me if you have any questions. Sincerely, Martin P. Malecha Asst. New. Hope City Attorney m3w CC: Daniel d. Oonahue, City Manager Sarah Bellefuil, Administrative Assistant Steven A. Sondrall, City Attorney Bonestroo Rosene Anderlik & Associates Engineers & Architects November 1, 1995 8onestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer Otto G. Bonestroo, P.E. Robert g/, Rosene, P.E.* Joseph C. Anderlik, P.E. Marvin L. Sorvala, P.E. Richard E. Turner, P.E. Glenn R. Cook, P.E. Thomas E. Noyes, P.E. Robert G, $chunicht, P.E. Susan M. Eberlin, C.P.A.* * Senior Consultant Howard A. Sanford, P.E. Keith A. Gordon., P.E. Robert R. Pfefferte, P.E. Richard W, Foster, P.E. David O. Loskota, P.E. Robert C. Russek, A.I.A. Jerry A. Bourdon, PE. Mark A. Hanson, P.E. Michael T. Rautmann, P.E. Ted K. Field, P.E. Thomas R. Anderson. A.I.A. James R. Rosenmerkel, P.E, Donald C. Burgardt, P.E. Thomas A. Syfko. P.E. Frederic J. Stenborg, P.E. Ismaet Martinez, P.E. Michael P. Rau, P.E. Thomas W. Paterson. P.E. Michael C. Lynch, P,E. James R. Malarial, P,E. Jerry D. Pertzsch, P.E. Scott J. Arganek, PE. Kenneth P. Anderson, P.E. Mark R. Rolls, P.E. Mark A. Seip, P.E. Gary gJ. Morien. P.E. Paul J. Gannon, A.I.A. Daniel J. Edgerton, P.E. A. Rick Schmidt, P.E. Date A. Grove, P.E. Philip J. Caswell, P.E. Mark D. Wallis, P.E. Miles I]. Jansen, P.E. L. Phillip Gravel, P.E. Karen L. g/iemeri, P.E. Gary D. Kdstofitz, P.E, Brian K. Gage, P,E. F. Todd Foster, P.E. Keith R. Yapp, P.E. Douglas J. Benoit, P.E. Shawn D. Gustafson, P.E. Cecilio Olivier, P.E. Kent J. Wagner, P.E. ~ Paul G. Heuer, P.E. John P, Gorder, P.E. Dan D. Boyum, P.E. Jeffrey J. Ehleringer, P.E. Joseph R. Rhein. P.E. Lee M. Mann, P.E. Charles A. Erickson Leo M. Pawelsky Harlan M. Olson Agnes M. Ring James F. Engelhardt Kirk McDonald City of New Hope 4401 Xylon Ave. N New Hope, MN 55428-4898 Re.' Cameron 2nd Addition Preliminary Plat Our File No. 34-Gen Dear Kirk: We have reviewed the above preliminary plat and recommend the following: · Lot and block numbers written on plat are confusing where they are written. Lot square footages for each lot appear to be in error. Drainage and utility easements on south line for lot 2 (south lot) shall be increased from 5' to 15' wide. If you have any questions please contact this office. Yours very truly, BONESTROO, ROSEN-E, ANDERLIK & ASSOCIATES, INC. Mark A. Hanson MAH:gs 2335 ~0'est Highway 36 · St. Paul, MN 55113 · 612-636-4600 Date: To: November 1, 1995 Sarah Bellefuil Kirk McDonaM From: Douglas Sandstad, Building Official Subject: Carneron's Addition Preliminary Plat +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ I recommend approval of the proposed plat with one change. Widen the drainage & utility easement along the south property line for the new storm sewer. If we widen it to 15 feet, we reduce the mortality of the few existing trees near the property line. The building, itself, will be 26 feet from the same lot line, so no problems are created. See exhibit "E", attached. I have consulted with Mark Hanson on this. cc: Hanson ..... O0 '00~ O0 '09 "~ O0.9 ~.00 S .................. O0 '09 VII PROJECT NO. 519 BULLETIN NO. 2 CITY OF NEW HOPF PROJECT BULLETIN' HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE TWIN HOME TO BE BUILT AT 6073-6081 LOUISIANA AVENUE NORTH Overview As stated in the project bulletin sent to you on September 29th, the City of New Hope will be constructing a handicap accessible twin home on a City-owned property located at 6073-6081 Louisiana Avenue North. The twin home will be similar in design to the one the City constructed at 51 st and Winnetka Avenue North. Each unit of the proposed twin home will include three bedrooms, ~ two bathrooms, a dining room, living room, kitchen, utility room, oversized two-car garage, and will include .numerous accessibility features. The units will be marketed as a home ownership opportunity for people with disabilities. Sewer and Water At the October 9th New Hope City Council meeting, the City Council awarded the contract to H & M Asphalt to extend sewer, water and storm sewer to the City-owned property at 6073-6081 Louisiana Avenue. Sewer, water and storm sewer installation is scheduled to begin on November 1st, weather permitting, and will take approximately one week to complete. Louisiana Avenue will be closed for approximately one day during the installation. Tree Removal In order to accommodate the construction of an accessible twin home at 6073-6081 Louisiana, the City will be removing some of the trees currently growing on the property. The trees will be removed during the next few weeks in preparation of construction of the twin home. The City will landscape the property next spring. Construction Building construction is scheduled to begin in the middle of November and will be completed next spring. New Hope City Code states that construction can occur on the site between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM, Monday through Friday and 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM on weekends and holidays. Contact Persons If you have questions or concerns, please call Sarah Bellefuil, Administrative Analyst, at 531-5137, or Kirk McDonald, Management Assistant/Community Development Coordinator, at 531-5119. The City appreciates the cooperation of all businesses and residents in the area that may be impacted by the construction during this project. The completion of the project will improve the site and create home ownership opportunities for the disabled. Thank you for your cooperation. City of New Hope, 4401 Xylon Avenue North, New Hope, Minnesota 55428 10/24/95 PROJECT NO.. 519 BULLETIN NO. 1 CITY OF NEW HOPE PROJECT BULLETIN HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE TWIN HOME TO BE BUILT AT 6073 LOUISIANA AVENUE NORTH Overview In 1993/1994, the City of New Hope purchased, rehabilitated and sold the property at 7109 62nd Avenue North. As part of that project, the City split off the rear 100 feet of the property due to the depth of the lot. At the same time, the owners of the comer lot located at 7105 62nd Avenue North decided to subdivide their property and sold the rear 100 feet to the City. The City combined both properties to create a new parcel as part of the City's Scattered Site Housing Program. The goal of the Scattered Site Program is to provide a variety of housing types in New Hope including home ownership opportunities for the disabled population. The City intends to construct a three bedroom handicap accessible twin home on the site, similar to the one the City has constructed at the corner of 51 st and Winnetka Avenue North (see attached photos). The City is currently working with a designer to modify the design used at 51 st and Winnetka for the 6073 Louisiana site (see attached photos). The main design modifications will include one additional bedroom and bathroom. Once completed, the twin home will be accessed off of Louisiana Avenue, it will be slab on ~rade construction, and will be one story. Each unit will include three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room, dining room, kitchen, utility room, and oversized two car garage. The units will be marketed as a home ownership opportunity for people with disabilities. The site will be landscaped once construction is complete. Sewer and Water Sewer and water service does not currently extend to the site. Therefore, service will be extended from a sewer and water connection located to the south to the property. The City will be awarding a bid for the sewer and water work at the October 9, 1995 City Council meeting. If approved, the work will begin immediately and should be completed in early November. Construction Activities During the next few months, workers will be at the property installing the sewer and water service, removing some trees, and adding fill to raise the site for construction. Building construction is scheduled to begin in the middle of November and will be completed in March. Final landscaping will be completed in the spring. New Hope City Code states that construction can occur on the site between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on weekends or holidays. 9-29-95 Contact Persons If you have questions or concerns, please call Sarah Bellefuil, Administrative Analyst, at 531-5137, or Kirk McDonald, Management Assistant/Community Development Coordinator, at 531-5119. The City appreciates the cooperation of all businesses and residents in the area that may be impacted by the construction during this project. The completion of the project will improve the site and create home ownership opportunities for the disabled. Thank you for your cooperation. City of New Hope 4401 Xylon Avenue North New Hope, MN 55428 531-5119 Front and side view of handicap accessible twin home built at 51st and Winnetka Avenue North. Rear and side view. /~66.67 I EXCEPTION 1'; I 7109 62nd Avenue 66.76 5 7105 62ndAvenue o 0o.oo :' -- '-;' N89059'46'W- ~ 6073 Lou:Lo'lnn- Avenue -f 30 'T' Ij I --. .... _..~ 5 ~ 30 DRAINAGE 81 UTILITY EASEMENT - - 166.67 N89°59'46"W-- ---'/ 4401 Xylon Avenue North New Hope, Minnesota 55426.4898 City Halh 612-531.5100 Police: 612-531.5170 Public Works: 612-533-4823 TDD: 612.531-5109 CiN. Hall Fax: Police Fax: 6 ;2-55 Public Works Fax: 612-531 Fire Dep't. Fax: 612-531-5175 CITY OF NEW HOPE MEMORANDUlVl DATE: October 11, 1995 TO: Hennepin County Department of Transportation Minnegasco Northern States Power Co. U.S. West Telephone King Cable Television New Hope Director of Public Works New New New New Hope Director of Finance/Administrative Services Hope City Attorney Hope City Engineer Hope Building Official FROM: Kirk McDonald, Management Assistant/Community Development Coordinator SuBJECT: Preliminary Plat of Cameron 2nd Addition Enclosed you will rind a preliminary plat for Cameron 2nd Addition. Please review and forward comments to me prior to 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. October 31, 1995. The preliminary plat will be considered by the New Hope Planning Commission at their November 7, 1995, meeting. If you have questions, please feel free-to contact me at 531-5119. Family Styled City'~~ For Family Living- NOTE: 4/t2 PITCH ONE WAY LEFT NOTE: 4/1, PrT'~H ONE WAY 20X8 FTG. BLAB a~ GARAGE DETAIL- SLAB ON GRADE 1/4"=1'-0" HOUSE WALL DETAIL- ~ ON GRADE 1/4"= 1'-0" ~,.SOLID ~L(:~41NG ~LOP~ ,4' TO '~_ I II 4C., 12" [ILK. ~ ).---- v~ GARAGE/HOUSE WALL DETAIL 3/4"= 1'-0" ~ '~ i.__~.~.~ ',- CE,L,~ "~'~ 24X8 FT6. PAR~ WALL ~CHNIQUE 1/2"=1'-0" Planning Case: Request: Location: PID No: Zoning: Petitioner: Report Date: Meeting Date: 95~15 CITY OF NEW HOPE PLANNING CASE REPORT Request for Concept Stage Planned Unit Development Approval to Allow Construction. of a Car-X Muffler, Brake and Alignment Facility 7180 42nd Avenue North 17-118-21-21-0031 B-4, Community Business District David Lasky November 3, 1995 November 8, 1995 UPDATE This request was tabled at the September 5th Planning Commission meeting due to the fact that a number of staff and Design & Review Committee recommendations had not been incorporated into the plans. The petitioner was directed to meet again with the Design & Review Committee and a lengthy Committee meeting was held on September 14th. At the conclusion of that meeting, the petitioner indicated that they would be revising the plans, however, they would not be completed for the October Planning Commission meeting. Therefore the matter was tabled- again at the October 3rd Planning Commission meeting, at the petitioner's request, until this meeting. The petitioner met with the Design & Review Committee again on October 19th and the majority of that meeting focused on landscaping issues. Per the petitioner's attached correspondence (10/24), he states that substantial revisions have been made in the landscaping plan for the site following the input received at the meetings. The petitioner also has stated that they have made all feasible changes in the site plan to accommodate the objectives of the Planning Commission. 3. The narrative provided by the petitioner addresses the following items: Ao "Landscaping - The revised design for planting, grass and other greenery provides an attractive site without obscuring the businesses located on the property. In addition, the design provides more green areas than presently exist and is designed to be compatible with the development along 42nd Avenue. Depending on the needs of the various planting areas and costs involved, a sprinkler system will be provided to these areas. The landscaping was designed to take into consideration neighboring properties, and the existing landscaping on those properties. As the landscape design shows, we hope that we have met the redevelopment objectives of an attractive site the community can be proud of. Parking - Although the amount of parking in the plan appears excessive, the present businesses will require most of the excess based on their present and projected needs. In addition, if approved by the City, we hope to be able to provide some additional parking for the businesses to the east and west of us. Both of which have indicated a need for some additional parking. Planning Case Report 95-15 2 November 3, 1995 Delivery_ - Car-X has confirmed that they have not and do not intend to have any deliveries made by semi-trailer trucks. For this reason we did not provide for an entry and docking system to accommodate these trucks. It is our plan not to permit such trucks on the site. Should a new use develop.in the future, we would ask for approval by the City of New Hope based on new site planning. Maintenance - As owners of the site, we would arrange for the year-round care of the site as we do with our apartment complexes. Snow removal, parking lot maintenance and care of the landscaped areas would be by qualified persons or companies. Eo Signs - Following discussions with New Hope planning people and Car-X, we will be requesting one tall sign as shown on the site plan, and two small monument type entry signs, all in conformity with existing requirements. Traffic - A great deal of effort has gone into providing good ingress and egress from the site, as well as good traffic flow on the property. Although the plan is not perfect in every respect, it is greatly improved over existing conditions, and goes a great distance to meet the suggestions of the Planning staff. In addition, by way of signs and surface design, we still move more exit traffic to Nevada and discourage traffic exit off 42nd. The total amount of traffic onto the property will not increase greatly, and will probably be the same as it is now, once the illegal cut-through traffic avoiding the stop sign at the comer is eliminated.' -' G. Utilities - All of the utilities, grass, electric, etc., will be underground as is the case on the property now. Ho Drainage - Currently, the site drains mainly to one spot on the north side of the property and to a lesser extent to a spot on the northeast comer. When complete, drainage will be spread more evenly along the natural contour of the land along the north edge. Wetland-type planting and landscaping are proposed for the northeast comer, as a solution for this drainage area. Noise Buffers - Like other businesses in the area, some noise will be generated by Car-X during the summer months. Any sound coming from the new facility will be less than the traffic noise on 42nd. As a precaution, fencing and heavy landscaping of areas on the north side of the building are provided, particularly considering neighbors to the north and northwest. We are also placing the enclosed dumpster area on the northeast side of the building to act as a buffer against noise. Miscellaneous - A good share of data and other information has been exhibited to the Planning Commission earlier, which we will not repeat here. As owners of the property, it is our objective to provide the tenant another site for a successful business which will provide a service and employment for the area. Our information shows that wages for employees are above the average for most businesses in the area. Building Design - The interior layout and design of the building is complete. It is our desire to make the exterior of the building as attractive as possible, meeting the following objectives. First, we must have a design compatible with Car-X, and their business Planning Case Report 95-15 November 3, 1995 identification. Secondly, we will select colors that coordinate with the existing structure on the site." The petitioner is requesting approval of the plan so that they can proceed with the project. The Planning Consultant has prepared the enclosed report in response to the revised plans. Please review the report carefully. The report recommends approval subject to certain conditions. The City Engineer has also reviewed the revised plans and his concerns, as stated below, focus primarily on the open parking space north of the building, the grade changes, and the parking layout. "The green space and slope located immediately north of the proposed Car-X building does limit and restrict utilization of the site for this use and future uses. Larger type service vehicles attempting to properly maneuver through the site based on the proposed layout will encroach into oncoming drive aisles and parking lanes. The removal of the slope and green space will allow all vehicles to move easily through the site by constructing the north parking lot to a similar elevation as the proposed buildings. To maintain a five percent slope across the parking lot the north curb line would have to be raised approximately three (3) feet. The additional fill represents approximately 600 cubic yards of common borrow. To maintain a 4:1 slope between' the curb and north property line may warrant a 2' - 4' high retaining wall." 6. The Building Official has also reviewed the plans and states that some progress has been made, but that there are still recommendations that have not been incorporated into the plan, as follows: A. Shift building to north 10-15 feet to permit correction of traffic hazard at southeast driveway. B. Revise southeast driveway to provide minimal turning radius for westbound exit. C. Submit legitimate Noise Barrier design for area northwest of building. D. Provide truck loading berth, with access around the east and north of building. E. Submit "architectural blend" details for two buildings on one lot (PUD). F. Delete references to excess parking for adjacent properties OR apply for CUP per code for off-site or joint parking. G. Submit signed architectural plans. H. Submit sign drawings. Variance may be required. The Commission should remember that this is only a request for Concept Stage PUD approval. If the concept is approved by the Commission, subject to conditions, and forwarded to the City Council, Development/Final Stage PUD plans will still need to be submitted to and approved by the Commission. RECOMMENDATION The Commission will need to determine if this request should be tabled again until more details are provided or if the petitioner has provided adequate information for Concept Stage approval. If the Commission does determine that it is going to approve the Concept Stage, staff recommends that the approval be subject to the following conditions (which are a combination of Planning Consultant, Planning Case Report 95-15 4 Building Official, and City Engineer recommendations): November 3, 1995 1. The proposed building should be relocated and the site plan revised to address the concerns regarding circulation, setbacks, stacking and loading. 2. Continuous concrete curbing be provided around the entire parking lot and drainageway areas. 3. The proposed trash enclosure must be designed to complement the principal structure. 4. In order to provide complete screening of the residential property to the north, a fill-in row of black chokeberry trees, similar to the front boulevard plantings, should also be planted. 5. The proposed structure must meet all applicable setback requirements. 6. Any lighting used to illuminate off-street parking areas must be arranged to reflect light away from adjoining property, and public rights-of-way. Said lighting plan shall be reviewed by the City Engineer. 7. A grading and drainage plan is subject to the review and approval of the City Engineer. 8. Submission of detailed signage plan which complies with City sign regulations. 9. North parking lot should be constructed to a similar elevation as the proposed buildings. 10. Revise southeast curb-cut to provide minimal turning radius for westbound exit. 11. Submit noise barrier design for area northwest of building. 12. Provide truck loading berth with access around east and north of building. 13. Submit details showing "architectural blend" for the two buildings. 14. Delete references to excess parking for adjacent properties or apply for off-site/joint parking conditional use permit. 15. Submit signed architectural plans. 16. Submit signage details. 17. Submit landscape schedule. Attachments: Revised Plans/Correspondence/Narrative from Petitioner 11/2 Planner's Report 11/2 City Engineer Memo 11/1 Building Official Memo 9/5 Planning Commission Report REAL ESTATE FAX (612) 922-8540 2506 MONTEREY AVENUE SOUTH ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA 5541~ PHONE (612) 922-3334 or 377-1167 October 24, 1995 Mar. Doug Sandstad, Building Official City of New Hope 4401Xylon Avenue North New Hope, MN 55428 RE: 7180 42nd Avenue North, PUD and CUP application Dear Mr. Sandstad: Following the meetings with the New Hope Planning Commission and Review Committee, we have made substantial revisions in the landscape plan for the site. In addition we have made all feasible changes in the site plan to accommodate the objectives of the Planning Committee. The enclosed plans will show these in detail. The following pages will detail some of the objectives and operational elements that this project has. Although the development is a small one, we believe it is in keeping with the historical and future needs of the area. And we hope that the City will approve the project. Sincerely, ~ DL/mw enc. NARRATIVE TNFORHATION FOR CAR-X PROJECT FOR 7180 42ND AVENUE NORTH LANDSCAPING The revised design for planting, grass and other greenery provides an attractive site without obscuring the businesses located on the property. In addition, the design provides more green areas than presently exist and are designed to be compatible with the development along 42nd Avenue. Depending on the needs of the various planting areas and costs involved, a sprinkler system will be provided to these areas. The landscaping was designed to take into consideration neighboring properties, and the existing landscaping on those properties. PARKING Although the amount of parking in the plan appears excessive, the present businesses will require most of the excess based on their present and projected needs. In addition, if approved by the City, we hope tobeable to provide some additional parking for the businesses to the east and west of us. Both of which have indicated a need for some additional parking. DELIVERY Car-X has confirmed that they have not and do not intend to have any deliveries made by semi-trailer trucks. For this reason we did not provider or an entry and docking system to accommodate these trucks. It is our plan not to permit such trucks on the site. Should a new use develop in the future, we would ask for approval by the City of New.Hope based on new site planning. MAINTENANCE As owners of the site, we would arrange for the year-round care of the site as we do with our apartmentcomplexes. Snow removal, parking lot maintenance and care of the landscaped areas would be by qualified persons or companies. Since this is the type of responsibility we have handled for over 35 years, the routines are well established in our offices. SIGNS Following discussions with New Hope planning people and Car-X, we will be requesting one tall sign as shown on the site plan, and two small monument type entry signs, all in conformity with existing requirements. TRAFFIC .~ A great deal of effort has gone into providing good ingress and egress from the site, as well as good traffic flow on the property. Although the plan is not perfect in every respect, it is greatly improved over existing conditions, and goes a great distance to meet the suggestions of the Planning staff. In addition, byway of signs and surface design, we sill move more exit traffic to Nevada and discourage traffic exit off 42nd. The total amount of traffic on to the property will not increase greatly, and will probably be the same as it is now, once the illegal cut-through traffic avoiding the stop sign at the corner is eliminated. 2 UTILITIES All of the utilities, gas, electric, etc., will be underground as is the case on the property now. DRAINAGE Currently, the site drains mainly to one spot on the north side of the property and to a lesser extent to a spot on the northeast corner. When complete, drainage will be spread more evenly along the natural contour of the land along the north edge. Wetland-type planting and landscaping are proposed for the northeast corner, as a solution for this drainage area. NOISE BUFFERS Like other businesses in the area, some noise will be generated by Car-X during the summer months. Any sound coming from the new facility will be less than the traffic noise on 42nd. As a precaution, fencing and heavy landscaping of areas on the north side of the building are provided, particularly considering neighbors to the north and northwest. We are also placing the enclosed dumpster area on the northeast side of the building to act as a buffer against noise. MISCELLANEOUS A good share of data and other information has been exhibited to the Planning Commission earlier, which we will not repeat here. As owners of the property, it is our objective to provide the tenant another site for a successful business which will provide a service and employment for the area. Our information shows that wages for employees are above the average for most businesses in the area. 3 As the landscape design shows, we hope that we have met the Redevelopment objectives of an attractive site the community can be proud of. BUILDING DESIGN The interior layout and design of the building is complete. It is our desire to make the exterior of the building as attractive as possible, meeting the following objectives. First, we must have a design compatible with Car-X, and their business identification. Secondly, we will select colors that coordinate with the existing structure on the site. 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COMMUNITY PLANNING * DESIG MARKET RESEARCH PLANNING REPORT TO: FROM: DATE: RE: FILE NO: Kirk McDonald Cary Teague/Alan Brixius 2 November 1995 New Hope - Lasky PUD (Car-X) 131.01 - 95.01 BACKGROUND Lasky Co. Real Estate has requested, a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Conditional Use Permit to construct a second principal building (Car-X) on a 1.47 acre lot located at. the northwest corner of Nevada Avenue and 42nd Avenue. The western portion of the subject site is currently occupied by a single story retail structure with two individual tenants. The eastern portion of the site, currently undeveloped, is proposed to be developed with a 4,235 square foot Car-X automotive service facility. The site is located within the B-4, Community Business zoning district, which conditionally permits automobile service and repair establishments and planned unit developments. Attached for reference: Exhibit A - Site Location Exhibit B - Existing Conditions Exhibit C - Site Plan Exhibit D - Landscape Plan Exhibit E - Building Elevations Exhibit F - Design Alternative RECOMMENDATION Our office further recommends approval of the proposed conditional use permit for a planned unit development subject to the following conditions: 5775 Wayzata Blvd.-Suite 555. St. Louis Park, MN 55416. (612) 595-9636oFax. 595-9837 The proposed building should be relocated and the site plan revised to address the concerns regarding circulation, setbacks, stacking and loading. An example is provided in Exhibit F. Continuous concrete Curbing be provided around the entire parking lot and drainageway areas. The proposed trash enclosure must be designed to complement the principal structure. In order to provide complete screening of the residential property to the north, a fill in row of black chokeberry trees, similar to the front boulevard plantings, should also be planted. The proposed structure must meet all applicable setback requirements. Any lighting used to illuminate off-street parking areas must be arranged to reflect light away from adjoining property, and public rights-of-way. Said lighting plan shall be reviewed by the City Engineer. A grading and drainage plan is subject to the review and approval of the City Engineer. Submission of detailed signage plan which complies with City sign regulations. Subject to comment of other City staff, Commission members and City Council. ISSUES AND ANALYSIS The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit for a commercial planned unit development as allowed under Section 4.144 (3) of the New Hope Zoning Ordinance to accommodate two principal buildings on a single lot. Zoning. Consistent with the 42nd Avenue Plan, the City initiated a rezoning of several properties along the 42nd Avenue corridor in 1990 from B-3 to B-4, in an attempt to unify existing and future land uses in the area. As a result, the subject property was rezoned from B-3, Auto-Oriented Business to its current B-4, Community Business designation. The B-4, Community Business, which lists minor auto repair as a conditionally permitted use, in addition the introduction of a second principal use is only allowed by a planned unit development (PUD). Setbacks. The proposed Car-X building does not meet the required 50 foot setback to 42nd Avenue as shown below: Required Setbacks within the B-4 District Required Proposed Front 35' 200'+ * 42nd Ave. Setback 35' 40' Side 10' 50' Side (Residential Setback) 50' 78' Per Section 4.034 (3) Where adjacent structures within the same block have front yard setbacks different from those required, the front yard minimum setback shall be the average of the adjacent structures. The adjacent structure to the west has a 20 foot setback to 42nd Avenue, and the structure to the east has a 50 foot setback. Therefore, the required setback for the proposed Car-X structure is 35 feet. However, due to concerns in regard to stacking, site circulation and loading (to be discussed late within this report), it is felt that the proposed Car-X structure should be located further back from 42nd Avenue. Off-Street Parking Requirements. In consideration of the proposed shared parking arrangement, it must be demonstrated that the site in question may accommodate maximum use of both site structures. As calculated below, the subject site must provide a total of 40 off-street parking spaces. Western Building (4,640 s.f.) Requirement * 1 space per 150 s.f. of floor area. Required Spaces 28 Eastern Building (Car-X) (4,325 s.f.) 8 spaces plus I space for each 800 s.f. of floor area over 1,000 square feet 12 Total # of spaces required 40 Structures containing two or more types of uses, the gross floor area of each use shall be calculated and a 10 percent reduction shall be made for non-productive space. 3 Based on the above table, 40 parking stalls are required. The applicant has provided proof of parking on the site for 59 spaces, therefore, exceeds the City's minimum parking requirement. Parking stalls each meet the City's minimum size requirements. The applicant's site plan illustrates that all parking areas will have bituminous surfacing and striped stalls. Concern is raised however, in that 15 of the proposed parking spaces, located on the northeast border of the site, are isolated from the proposed Car-X and the existing business. This "dead-end" area is isolated from Car-X by a 6 foot berm, and is located 120' - 200' from the entrance of the existing business. Under these circumstances the parking area is unlikely to be used. The excess parking and the inconvenient access to the northern parking area raises issue.as to whether this parking area is needed or may be better established as green space. Concern is also raised over the row of parking on the eastern border. This row should be separated from the drive aisle with a concrete curb barrier located along the southern border (see Exhibit F). Handicap Parking. The submitted site plan identifies two (2) handicap parking stalls. Per State law, one in every 25 off-street parking stalls must be devoted to use by the handicapped. As such, the site plan meets the proposed state requirement. Circulation. The site's curvelinear and dead-end traffic patterns do not serve the site in an efficient manner. First, the aforementioned "dead-end" parking area in the northeast corner of the site, is an area of parking that is not likely to be utilized due to the lengthy distance to the existing western business, and the isolation from the proposed Car-X. Second, the curvelinear drive between the two access points does not provide for smooth traffic flow through the site, in particular, the turns will be difficult for delivery trucks and/or semi-trailers to make. Also, the Car-X parking lot design, establishes the Car-X facility as an independent site confined by curb islands. The applicant has cited topography concerns as the reason for the site design, however, in discussion with the City Engineer it is believed that the site can be filled and graded in a manner that creates a more efficient on site circulation pattern. In an effort to address these and other issues, a design alternative has been prepared (Exhibit F). Stacking. The site plan does not provide adequate area for stacking at the 42nd Avenue curb cut. Cars wishing to exit onto 42nd Avenue will back up into the circulation lane for Car-X. Therefore, it is recommended that the proposed building be shifted to the north to provide an additional lane for stacking (Exhibit F). Off-Street Loading. For commercial districts, the number of loading berths required is one (1) per building, however if the commercial building is less than 5,000 square feet the size of the loading area may be reduced or the requirement may be waived upon the approval of a conditional use permit. To qualify for such an exception the following provisions (Section 4.037 [6]) must be met: It must be demonstrated that the site cannot physically accommodate a loading berth to the size required. It must be demonstrated that semi-trailer truck deliveries will not occur at the site or all deliveries will occur at such a time as to not conflict with customer or employee access to the building and parking demand. The applicant does not wish to provide a loading area in conjunction with the site plan, due to the fact that Car-X has stated that they do not intend to have any deliveries made by semi-trailer trucks to the site. The applicant has stated however, that should a new use develop in the future, which would require a loading area, Lasky Co. would ask for City approval for a loading area at that time. Based on the above City Code requirement, the applicant does not qualify for an exception to providing a loading area. First, with some site plan modification, it can be demonstrated a loading area can be provided (see Exhibit F). Second, the applicant has stated a potential desire to provide for a loading area in the future. In addition, similar uses, such as the Midas located on Bass Lake Road, does require loading areas as part of their business. With that in mind, the City should require a loading area in conjunction with this development request, or at least ensure that the site plan provide adequate area for trucks to maneuver on the site. As the existing site plan is proposed, there is not adequate turning radius for semi-trailer trucks. Property Access. The subject property is to receive access from both Nevada Avenue and 42nd Avenue, from existing curb cuts. Landscaping. According to the Zoning Ordinance where any business abuts a property that is zoned for residential uses, that business must provide screening along the boundary of the residential property. To the north there is a high density residential development, which contains a row of existing Pine trees. The applicant is proposing to plat a row of Scotch Pines to fill in areas where the existing row of trees are smaller, these two rows of trees should provide improved screening of the residential property, however, in order to provide complete screening, a fill in row of black chokeberry trees, similar to the front boulevard plantings, should also be provided. 5 Trash. The applicant is proposing an enclosed trash receptacle area at the northeast corner of the building. As a condition of PUD approval, the trash handling area must be designed to complement the principal structure. Lighting. The site plan does indicate that lighting is to be provided to illuminate off- street parking areas. The Zoning Ordinance stipulates that any lighting used to illuminate off-street parking areas must be arranged to reflect light away from adjoining property, and public rights-of-way. Said lighting plan shall be reviewed by the City Engineer. Grading and Drainage. The applicant is proposing an alteration to the existing grade of the site, to move an existing slope area in the northeast corner of the subject property to the south. The relocated slope is to serve as a separation area between a parking area and the new Car-X building as well as serve as channeling drainage to the northeast. The City Engineer has provided a preliminary review of the plan and stated that the slope area could be eliminated and the natural drainage to the northeast could be maintained. Therefore, the design alternative shown in Exhibit F should be strongly considered. The grading and drainage plan is subject to the review and approval of the City Engineer. Building Design. The applicant's intention is to construct a building that has a design compatible with other Car-X facilities, and to select a set of colors for the building that are similar to the existing structure ori the site. The building elevation illustrates an exterior facade that consists of rock-faced concrete blocks with yellow metal fascia panel along the building roof. As an integrated PUD site, the proposed structure should be architecturally and aesthetically compatible with the existing building on the site. Building Height. No structure within the B-4 zoning district may exceed three (3) stories. The proposed one (1) story building is proposed to be twenty (20) feet tall, therefore, will comply with the City regulations. Signage. The submitted site plan does not indicate a sign at this time, however, any signage is required to meet all City sign regulations outlined in the New Hope Sign Code Sections 3.4 through 3.485. Design Alternative. In consideration of the aforementioned site design issues regarding inadequate circulation, stacking area, loading facilities, and parking, our office has prepared a site design alternative. The alternative is intended to be used as a tool in preparing an improved site plan and circulation system. Specifically the plan attempts to address the following issues: · Site circulation Omission of the dead-end parking Site loading. Stacking Convenient parking CONCLUSION Based on the information contained within this report our office recommends approval of the proposed conditional use permit for a planned unit development subject to the conditions outlined herein, and approval of the revised site plan pc: Doug Sandstad Dan Donahue Steve Sandral David Lasky Mark Hanson '7 TH N. 4 B.4 4Z NO SCHOOL BUS I-1 NATIVITY LUTHERAN CHURCH BETHEL CEMETERY i-1 14~'-1/2 AVE., -- LIONS PARK AYEL ,TH EXHIBIT A - SITE LOCATION' O: I LLI Z I,I r~ Z oJ EXHIBIT B - EXISTING CONDITIONS ?, ........ .~...~_?/EXHIBIT C - SITE PLAN EXHIBIT D - LANDSCAPE PLAN WWWWo zzzz~ WWWWC~ EXHIBIT E - BUILDING ELEVATION EXHIBIT F- DESIGN ALTERNATIVE Bonestroo Rosene Anderlik & Associates Engineers & Architects Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, Inc is a~ Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer Otto G. Bonestroo, P.E. Robert g,/. Rosene, P.E.* Joseph C. Anderllk, P.E. Marvin L Sorvala, P.E. Richard E. Tumer, P.E. Glenn P~ Cook, P.E. Thomas E. Noyes, P.E. RoDert G. Schunicht, P.E. Susan M. Eherlin, C.P~.* * Senior Consultant Howard A. Sanford, PJL Kelth A. Gordon., P.E. Robert R. Pfefferle, P.E. Richard W. Foster, P.E. David O. Loskota, P.E. Robert C. Russell Jerry A. Bourdon, P.E. Mark A, Hanson, P.E. Michael T. Rautmann, P.E. Ted lC Field, P.E. Thomas R. Anderson, A.LA. James R, Rosenmerkel, P.E. Donald C. Burgardt, P.E. Thomas A. Syfko, P.E. Frederic J. Steni0org, P.E. Ismael Martinez, P.E. Michael P. Rau, P.E, Thomas W. Peterson, P.E. Michael C. Lyncl~, P.E. James R. MaJand, P.E. Jerry D. Pertzsch, P.E. Scott J. Arganek, P.E. Kenneth P. Anderson, P.E. Mark R. Rolls, P.E. Mark A. Seip, P.E. Gary W. Morien, P.E. Paul J. Gannon, Daniel J. Edgerton, P.E. A. Rick Schmldt, P.E. Dale A. Grove, P.E. Philip J. Caswell, P.E. Mark D.. g/allls, P.E. Miles B, Jensen, P.E. L Phtllip Gravel, P.E. Karen L ~/lemerl, P.E. Gary D. Kristofitz, P.E. Brian lc Gage, P.E. F. Todd Foster, P.E. Kelth R. Yapp, P.E. Douglas J. Benoit, P.E. Shawn D. Gustafson, P.E. Cecillo OIIvler, P.E. Kent J. Wagner, P.E. Paul G. Heuer, P.E. John P. Gorder, P.E. Dan D. Boyum, P.E. Jeffrey J. Ehleringer, P.E. Joseph R. Rheln, P.E. Lee M. Mann, P,E. Charles A. Erlckson Leo M. Pawelsky Harlan M. Olson Agnes M. Ring James F. Engelhardt TO: Kirk McDonald FROM: DATE: RE: Mark Hanson - City Engineer November 2, 1995 Car X Muffler (Planning Case 95-15) Our File No. 34 Gert We have provided handwritten comments and sketches showing alternate driveway locations onto 42nd Avenue and a storm sewer layout to serve this property and Champion Auto to the east. The Planning Case Report outlines and discusses the issues for each item. However, the green space and slope located immediately north of the proposed Car X building does limit and restrict utilization of the site for this use and future uses. Larger type service vehicles attempting to properly maneuver through the site based on the proposed layout will encroach into oncoming drive aisles and parking lanes. The removal of the slope and green space will allow all vehicles to move easily through the site by constructing the north parking lot to a similar elevation as the proposed buildings. To maintain a 5% slope across the parkinglot the north curb line would have to be raised approximately three (3) feet. The additional fill represents approximately 600 cubic yards of common borrow. To maintain a 4:1 slope between the curb and north property line may warrant a 2'-4' high retaining wall. 34-gcn~mo.6 2335 West Highway 36 · St. Paul, MN 55113 · 612-636-4600 Date: To: From: Subject: November 1, 1995 Kirk McDonald Douglas Sandstad, Building Official Lasky PUD Revisions +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ I have reviewed the latest revised PUD Narrative (10-24-95) and 3 blueprints; Landscaping, Lawn Irrigation and Site Plan. With some progress made, I suggest that a significant number of shortcomings still exist in the Concept plan. Previous recommendations that have NOT been incorporated into the plan include: * Shift building to north 10-15 feet to permit correction of traffic hazard at SE driveway. * Revise SE driveway to provide minimal turning radius for westbound exit. * Submit legitimate Noise Barrier design for area northwest of buiMing. * Provide truck loading berth, with access around the east & north of buiMing. * Submit "architectural blend" details for two buildings on one lot (PUD). * Delete references to excess parking for adjacent properties OR apply for CUP per code for off-site or joint parking. * Submit signed architectural plans. * Submit sign drawings. Variance may be required. Mark Hanson, BRA, must comment on the grading/drainage adequacy. cc: file Planning Case: Request: Location: PID No: Zoning: Petitioner: Report Date: Meeting Date: CITY OF NEW HOPE PLANNING CASE REPORT 95-15 Request for Concept Stage Planned Unit Development Approval to Allow Construction of a Car-X Muffler, Brake and Alignment Facility 7180 42nd Avenue North 17-118-21-21-0031 B-4, Community Business District David Lasky September 1, 1995 September 5, 1995 BACKGROUND The petitioner is requesting Concept State Planned Unit Developmem approval to allow construction of a Car-X Muffler, Brake and Alignment facility, pursuant to Sections 4.19, 4.194 and 4.196(e) of the New Hope Code of Ordinances. The petitioner is proposing to construct a 4,235 square foot Car X Muffler Shop on property ~/t the northeast intersection of 42nd and Nevada Avenues. There is currently a 4,400 square foot building containing "G.I. Joe Surplus" and "Down Under 42nd Consignment" stores on the property, thus this PUD application to allow two buildings on one parcel of land. 3. The total area of the concept PUD site contains 63,953 square feet and is distributed as follows: Area of Buildings Area of Green Space Area of Bituminous 7,155 square feet 14,443 square feet 42,355 square feet 11 percent 23 percent 66 percent Per the enclosed information, the existing building now occupying the comer Of the site was the City Hall in 1958. When the City Hall location changed, the building became the municipal liquor store. The present owner purchased the property in 1978 and subleased the building for 10 years. In 1990 the building was remodeled to accommodate the current tenants. The petitioner states on the application that the large unused area of the property to the east calls for further business development and use. The property is presently zoned B4, Community Business District. The property was zoned industrial in 1956, General Business in 1961, and B-3 Auto-Oriented in 1979. After a zoning study of 42nd Avenue was completed in 1991, the property was rezoned to B-4, as were a number of other properties on 42nd Avenue. Surrounding land uses include Crown Auto to the east (B4), vacant B4 City-owned property to the west across Nevada Avenue, B4 retail to the south across 42nd Avenue, and R-1 (Single Family Residential) and R-4 (Multi-Family Residential) to the north. Planning Case Report 95-15 September 1, 1995 The property is located in Planning District #16 of the Comprehensive Plan, which focused recommendations on traffic safety issues and effective transitions or screening of higher intensity uses. 8. The topography of the property slopes downward 12 feet from 42nd Avenue to the northeast comer (rear) of the property. The petitioner states in the application that the proposed buiMing would be similar to other buildings of the chain, but would be designed and treated in a more sophisticated manner. The petitioner further states that it is their intention to make the building and surrounding land attractive and functional. The petitioner states that the new business will provide employment for the people in the area as well as needed service to the community. 10. Property owners within 350' of the request have been notified and staff have received several inquiries about the request. ANALYSIS The purpose of the Planned Unit Development is to provide for the grouping of land parcels for development as an integrated, coordinated unit as opposed to traditional parcel by parcel, piecemeal, sporadic and unplanned approach to development. The PUD is intended to introduce flexibility of site design and architecture for the conservation of land and open space through clustering of buildings and activities. It is further intended that PUDs are to be characterized by central management, integrated planning and architecture, joint or common use of parking, maintenance of open space and other similar facilities, and harmonious selection and efficient distribution of uses. 2. The General Requirements and Standards for a PUD include the following: (1) Ownership. An application for PUD approval must be fried by the landowner or jointly by all landowners of the property included in a project. The application and all submissions must be directed to the development of the property as a unified whole. In the case of multiple ownership, the approved PLrD shall be binding on all owners. (2) Comprehensive Han Consistency. The proposed PUD shall be consistent with the City Comprehensive Plan. (3) Common Open Space. Common open space at least sufficient to meet the minimum requirements established in this Code and such complementary structures and improvements as are necessary and appropriate for the benefit and enjoyment of the residents of the PUD shall be provided within the area of the PUD. (4) Operating and Maintenance Requirements for PUD Common Open Space/Facilities. Whenever common open space or service facilities are provided within the PUD, the PUD plan shall contain provisions to assure the continued operation and a maintenance of such open space and service facilities to a predetermined reasonable standard. Common open space and service facilities within a PUD may be placed under the ownership of one or more Planning Case Report 95-15 3 September 1, 1995 of the following: (a) Landlord-Tenant. Landlord control, where only use by tenants is anticipated. (b) Owners. Property Owners Association, provided that certain conditions are met. (5) Staeine of Public and Common Open Space Dedication. When a PUD provides for common or public open space, the total area of common or public open space or land escrow security in any stage of development, shall, at a minimum, bear the same relationship to the total open space to be provided in the entire PUD as the stages or units completed or under development bear to the entire PUD. (6) Density. The exact density allowable shall be determined by standards agreed upon between the applicant and the City. Whenever any PUD is to be developed in stages, no such stage shall, when averaged with all previously completed stages, have a residential density that exceeds 25 percent of the proposed residential density of the entire PUD. (7) Under_m'ound Utilities. In any PUD, all utilities, including, but not limited to telephone, electricity, gas and Cable television shah be installed underground. (8) Utility Connections. (a) Water Connections. Where more than one property is served from the same service line, a shut off valve must be located in such a way that each unit's service may be shut off and secured by the City, in addition to the normally supplied shut off at the street. (b) Sewer Connections. Where more than one unit is served by a sanitary sewer lateral which eXCeeds three hundred feet in length, provision must be made for a manhole to allow adequate cleaning and maintenance of the lateral. All maintenance and cleaning shall be the responsibility of the property owners association or owner. (9) Roadways. Private. (a) Design. Private roadways within the project shall have an improved surface to twenty- five feet or more in width and shall be so designed as to permit the City fire trucks to provide protection to each building. (b) Parking. No portion of the required private road system may be used in calculating required off-street parking space or be used for parking. (10) Landscaping. In any PUD, landscaping shall be provided according to a plan approved by the City Council, which shall include a detailed planting list with sizes and species indicated as part of the Final Plan. In assessing the landscaping plan, the City Council shall consider the natural features of the particular site, the architectural characteristics of the proposed structures and the overall scheme of the PUD plan. (11) Public Services. The proposed project shall be served by the City water and sewer system Planning Case Report 95-15 4 September 1, 1995 and fire hydrants shall be installed at such locations as necessary to provide fire protection. (12) Building Height. Height limitations shall be the same as imposed in the respective districts. (13) Refuse. Provision for trash pick-up shall be provided according to a plan approved by the City Council. (14) Site Improvement Agreement. Prior to a rezoning or the issuance of a building permit as part of Planned Unit Development, the permit, applicant, builder, or developer shall execute and deliver to the Council a development agreement. The agreement shall detail all use restrictions and required on and off-site improvements conditional to the PUD rezoning or CUP approval. The agreement shall provide for the installation within one year of the off- site and on-site improvements as approved by the Council, secured by a cash escrow or surety bond in an amount and with surety and conditions satisfactory to the City, to insure the City that such improvements will be actually constructed and installed according to specifications and plans approved by the City as expressed in such agreement. The amount of the bond shall be one and one-half times the estimated cost of the improvements as determined by the City Engineer or City Building Official. The City Code establishes special requirements for the granting of a conditional use permit to allow Commercial or Industrial PUD projects which are in compliance with the permitted and conditional uses allowed in a specific district in one or more buildings in relation to an overall design, an integrated physical plan and in accordance with the provisions and procedures prescribed in the Code. (1) Frontage. The tract of land for which a project is proposed and a permit requested shall not have less than 200 feet of frontage on a public right-of-way. (2) Yard. No building shall be nearer than 50 feet to the side or rear property line when such line abuts an R-l, R-2, R-3 or R4 use district. (3) Landscaping, Screening and Surfacing. a. Surfacing. The entire site other than that taken up by structures or landscaping shall be surfaced with a material to control dust and drainage. b. Drainage. A drainage system subject to the approval of the City Engineer shall be installed. c. Screening and Landscaping. Developments abutting an R-l, R-2, R-3 and R4 district shall be screened and landscaped. Stages of PUD. The processing steps for a PUD are intended to provide for an orderly development and progression of the plan, with the greatest expenditure of developmental funds being made only after the City has had ample opportunity for informed decisions as to the acceptability of the various segments of the whole as the plan affects the public interest. The various steps are: Planning Case Report 95-15 September 1, 1995 A. Application Conference. Preliminary discussions. B. General Concept Plan. Consideration of overall concept and plan. C. Development Stage Plan. One or more detailed plans as part of the whole final plan. D. Final Plan. The summary of the entire concept and each development stage plan in an integrated complete and final plan. General Concept Plan. The General Concept Plan provides an opportunity for the applicant to submit a plan to the City showing his basic intent and the general nature of the entire development before incurring substantial cost. This Concept Plan serves as the basis for the public hearing so that the proposal may be publicly considered at an early stage. The following elements for the proposed General Concept Plan represent the immediately significant elements which the City shall review and for which a decision shall be rendered: A. Overall Maximum PUD Density Range. B. General Location of Ma|or Streets and Pedestrian Ways. C. General Location and Extent of Public and Common Open Space. D. General Location of Residential and Non-Residential Land Uses with Approximate Type and Intensities of Development. E. Sta~6ne and Time Schedule of Development. F. Other Special Criteria for Development. Process. The Planning Commission makes a recommendation to the City Council on the General Concept Plan. The City Council then reviews all recommendations and approves or denies the General Concept Plan. The information and documentation requirements for General Concept Stage plan submission include the following: (a) General Information: (i) Owner. The landowner's name, address and telephone number and his interest in the subject property. (ii) Applicant. The applicant's name, address and telephone number if different from the landowner. (iii) Consultants. The names and addresses of all professional consultants who have contributed to the development of the PUD plan being submitted, including attorney, land planner, engineer and surveyor. (iv) Title of Applicant. Evidence that the applicant has sufficient control over the subject property to effectuate the proposed PUD, including a statement of all legal, beneficial, tenancy and contractual interest held in or affecting the subject property and including an up-to-date certified abstract of title or registered property report, and such other evidence as the City Attorney may require to show the status of title or control of the subject property. Planning Case Report 95-15 6 September 1, 1995 (b) Present Status of Premises and Ad|acent Properties. (i) Description. The address and legal description of the subject property. If a survey is available, it should be furnished. (ii) Zoning. The existing zoning classification and present use of the subject property and all lands within 500 feet of the subject property. (iii) . Map. A map depicting the existing development of the subject property and all land within 500 feet thereof and showing the precise location of existing streets, property lines, easements, water mains and storm and sanitary sewers, with invert elevations on and within 100 feet of the subject property. (c) Narrative Description. A written statement generally describing the proposed PUD and the market which it is intended to serve, showing its relationship to the City's Comprehensive Plan and how the proposed PUD is to be designed, arranged and operated in order to permit the development and use of neighboring property in accordance with the applicable regulations of the City. (d) Site Conditions: Where deemed necessary by the City, graphic reproductions of the existin~ site conditions at a scale of 100 feet shall be submitted. - (e) Concept Drawing. Schematic drawing of the proposed development concept including but not limited to the general location of major circulation elements, public and common open space, residential and other land uses. (f) Number of Units. A statement of the estimated total number of dwelling and/or other units proposed for the PUD and a tabulation of the proposed approximate allocations of land use expressed in acres and as a percent of the total project area. (g) Staged Development. When the PUD is to be constructed in stages during a period of time extending beyond a single construction season, a schedule for the development of such stages or units shall be submitted stating the approximate beginning and completion date for each such stage or unit and the proportion of the total PUD public or common open space and dwelling units to be provided or constructed during each such stage and the overall chronology of development to be followed from stage to stage. (h) Common Areas. When the proposed PUD includes provisions for public or common open space or service facilities, a statement describing the provision that is to be made for the care and maintenance of such open space or service facilities. If it is proposed that such open space be owned and/or maintained by any entity other than a governmental authority, copies of the proposed articles of incorporation and by-laws of such entity shall be submitted during the development stage. (i) Covenants. General intents of any restrictive covenants that are to be recorded with respect to property included in the proposed PUD. Planning Case Report 95-15 7 September 1, 1995 (,j) Market Feasibility. Where deemed necessary, a market feasibility study including an analysis of the proposals economic impact on the City. o The Design & Review Committee met with the petitioner on August 17th and the following PUD plan shortcomings, as discussed by the Planning Consultant, City Engineer and Building Official, were reviewed: A. Traffic issues/hazards with south internal drive too close to 42nd Avenue, dead end parking, lack of stacking at busy south driveway, lack of a large truck loading berth, visitor and disability parking designations. B. Noise Impact Statement required for noisy muffler shop use adjacent to residential properties and restricted hours of operation. C. No significant transition/screening is Provided to buffer the residential area (north) from the business uses. D. Parking greatly exceeds the Code - 65 vs. 39 required. E. Drainage must be improved and conducted through storm sewer system at north. F. Utilities are required to be underground - not shown. G. Fire Chief recommends auto fire sprinklers in building. H. More landscaping is needed at north and south (where the green area must be widened significantly for traffic reasons). I. Maintenance of common/open space is not detailed. J. Trash storage/enclosure omitted. K. Provide "integrated planning and architecture" linked to existing ordinance. L. No market feasibility information provided. M. Floor plan shows 77-foot building; Site plan shows 87-foot building - revised building plans needed. building per PUD A revised two-sheet plan (Site and Landscaping Plan) and narrative packet were submitted subsequent to the Design & Review meeting. The Site Plan improvements include more plantings along the north side, a trash enclosure, furore loading area and pedestrian stairway to the lower parking area. The narrative has added detail on the following subjects: A. Maintenance B. Acoustical Study (typical muffler shop noise levels) C. Market Analysis D. Hours of Operation E. Delivery Truck Sizes 'Please review these items; they are attached to the report. 10. Items not included in this Concept PUD filing include the following: A. Existing zoning and present use of lands within 500 feet. B. Vicinity map (500 fee0 with physical data and utilities. C. Covenants to be included in PUD. Planning Case Report 95-15 8 September 1, 1995 11. Design & Review Committee and staff/consultant advice not taken includes: A. Shift 42nd Avenue driveway to south center of lot per advice of our Traffic Engineer. B. Eliminate all or most dead-end parking areas. C. Provide practical loading space at grade of building. D. Insufficient data submitted on noise impacts on adjacent residential. E. Transitions to north unidentified as to size of plantings - more plantings and, perhaps, 8-foot high fencing may be appropriate. F. No greenery along 42nd Avenue is proposed - shift building 10-15 feet north and add sod and decorative belt along the redeveloped Avenue. G. Excess parking still proposed. H. Utilities not identified - must be underground. I. Floor plan submitted earlier shows 77-foot building - revised Site Plan shows 87-foot building. J. ,'Integrated planning and architecture" required for a PUD are missing. K. Coordination of signage plans must be identified for multiple businesses. L. Storm sewer system must be provided, including easement acquisition, per Engineer. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommend revisions to the Site Plan before the Planning Commission approves the Concept.: The proposed Site Plan is inadequate for a PUD. Since City Code does not permit two principal buildings on a lot, a reasonable PUD Concept for this property should meet all current standards, including traffic, noise, drainage, screening, integrated planning and architecture, etc. Exhibit "F", attached, is just one possibility that illustrates a more acceptable site design. Staff recommends tabling the request for one month. Attachments: Zoning/Section/Topo Maps PUD Application: Correspondence Site History Project Development Team Survey PUD Addendum: Maintenance Acoustical Study Market Evaluation Hours of Operation Delivery Trucks Revised Site Plan Revised Landscape Plan Design & Review Committee Notes: Noise Building Official Exhibit Site Plan Landscape Plan Building Elevations Floor Plan Storm Sewer Curb Cut Alternatives Pid~K COOPER H~GH SCHOOL 11.4 8WIMMINQ POOl Plgl 11t4 R-4 SU#RY$1OE I-1 CEIIET~n' R-4 L ~c ~~ ~42-1/2 ' ' ' ROCKFORD I~OAO 41 ST AVE AVE. ._1 891 .8 L, Z X 883.5 Z D X X 00043 o X 906.2 ~JE 905.1 X NORTH 8 907.0 X905.4 APPLICATION TO THE CITY OF NEW HOPE FOR A P.U.D. PROJECT 7180 42ND AVENUE NORTH REAL ESTATE FAX (612) 922-8540 2506 MONTEREY AVENUE SOUTH ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA 55416 PHONE (612) 922-3334 or 377-1167 August 7, 1995 Mr. Doug Sandstad City of New Hope 4401Xylon Avenue North New Hope, MN 55428 RE: Planning Commission Application for 7180 42nd Avenue North Property Dear Mr. Sandstad: The following information and forms are enclosed to fulfill the requirements for our request for a PUD on this property at 7180 42nd Avenue North in New Hope.. In filing this request, we are asking for approval to erect 'an additional building of approximately 5,000 square feet. Sincerely yours, David Lasky DL/jj Enclosure HISTORY OF THE SITE Historically, an existing building now occupying a small corner of the site was, in 1958. the New Hope City Hall.' As the City grew, the City Hall location was changed and the 7180 building then became the New Hope Municipal Bar and Liquor Store. In 1978. David Lasky purchased the property from the City, and other parties purchased the bar business. This continued for about ten years until the. subleasing tenants lost their liquor license. At that time, the building was vacated and David Lasky took possession and started to Seek a tenant for the building. A few years later, two tenants were found and the building was remodeled to meet the needs of these two retail operations. These are both small businesses, but they meet the needs of the community. -3- ABOUT THE SITE If you look at the elevation survey, or elevation detail on the recent survey, you will see that the site has some complex and costly site development problems because of the contour. There are elevation changes in excess of 12 feet. For this and other reasons, the property does not lend itself to easy development. nor to as wide a variety of uses as a level site would. For the past few years we have been seeking tenants for this property. We finally have a user that is worthwhile for the City and who will accept the extra problems that this site development calls for. -4- THE PRO~IECT Once we have approval for the PUD project we have outlined, we will build a Car-X muffler, brake and alignment facility. This building will buildings of the chain, but designed and 'treated' in a manner. be similar to other more sophisticated It is our intention to make the building and surrounding land attractive. functional and profitable for the client. At the same time this will provide~ employment for people in the area as well as a needed service to the community. Although our family has been engaged in building apartment buildings for the past 35 years, most of our projectshave been years ahead in design, function and quality. We expect to do the same with this project. The project will be financed by current funds of the Lasky family. A review of the business and financial statements of the Car-X franchisee, shows them to be outstandingly successful in the Minnesota and Wisconsin locations, the two states they operate in. -5- THE DEVELOPNENT TEAH The owners of the property who will be developing the site, are members of the Lasky family who have been building apartment buildings and remodeling commercial property for 35 years. The building is being designed by Wemunger Architects of St. Cloud. They have been the lead designers of Car-X facilities in this state. The plans we will be using are a modified and enhanced variation of proven designs. Site planning and landscape design, as well as consulting, will be done by the firm of Bernard Herman Architects. This firm has a long history of important building design and extensive experience and knowledge about the needs of the -City of New Hope. This PUD project will vastly improve the appearance, site at 42nd and Nevada. use and benefits of this -6- I I I I I i qt,mN I I I t.. I I t I I I:' ' I I I I //~ /// ~/ /// I I _I. _l. DpOAeN ¥ X-~¥~ ~J ! Ii ,il !""l '" j j:j:j 4~ : l '...~: ~tli:~, 11~' tl REAL ESTATE FAX (612) 922-8540 2506 MONTEREY AVENUE SOUTH · ST. LOUISPARK, MINNESOTA 55416 · PHONE(612) 922-3334 or 377-1167 August 24, 1995 Dougl as Sandstad Building Official City of New Hope 4401 Xylon AVenue North New Hope. MN 55428 RE: P1 anning Commi ssi on Appl i cati on' 7180 42nd Avenue North Property Dear Mr. Sandstad: / This letter and the attached pages and architect plans are a follow-up and an addition to the materials supplied on August 7. 1995. To the best of our ability, it deals with the issues raised at the last meeting with the City Development Review Committee. Following this meetin~ we met with the management of Car-X and with our architect on numerous occasions to deal with the items suggested at this meeting. Sincerely yours, DL/1 k Enclosures RE: 7180 42nd Avenue North MAINTENANCE Because the 7180 42nd Avenue North stte involves a number of tenants, all of whom are using various parts of the site, the plan is to have the property serviced by various companies under our direction. The tenants will be charged for the services on the basis of a formula not yet established. These service companies will take care of snow plowing, lawn care and other landscaping needs. Servicing of the parking and driveway areas will also be handled by an outside company and charged to the tenants on the same formula. RE: 7180 42nd Avenue North OTHER ITEMS 1. At this juncture, after reviewing the needs of the tenants, we are not sure that there will be excess parking for surrounding property owners. We will have to deal with this at a later date. 2. If budgeting and tenant needs make it possible, we will try to provide a fire sprinkler system for the building. As for the suggestion of a sewer, we are awaiting a response from the City on how this suggestion should be dealt with. 3. All other items should be clarified on the site and landscape plans of the architect. ACOUSTICAL STUDY EASI ~ 2'7 '9S XStS9 Im ~ O:I~,X INC. 3t~ 693 Mr. Allan J. Siegel' 3208 Barbara Dr. Glenview, IL 60025 June24,1991 Dear Allan; Enclmed below please find our re. port on the noise meuuremeflts Eiectro .Acrobatic Systems, ln~. (EASi) mmda off June 20, 1991 al three sites. The first two Sites were existing CtrX stores while tho third site was tho proposed si*.- of your CarX faCility. At tile first C. arX location at 260 Skokle Valley Road in Highland Park, we performed octave.band one.hour T~q noise measurements as specified In chapter i. section 901 of Title 35 of the Illinois Administrative Code. These measurements estimate the total noise power in decibels (dB) present in certain specific frequency bends listed in Hertz (Hz) for the period ot the measurement. Tho aim here was to determine the amount of noise emaflatln ['rum the (acility It a distance similar to the closest property.line to your proposed store. That distance is approximately 160 feet. However, we were only able to set 80 feet from the bay doors at this lo-.milt, tn, on a 90*deafen unllle, due to very dense brush Ilnlfls some railroad tricks, l. Jsted below are the results from this first measurement: Octave Frequency Band (Hz) 31.S 63 12.5 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 l. cq(dB) 63.6 67.9 60,6 54,0 48.~ 48.1 45,3 48,9 37.0 There wes a fair amount of' wind on that day, and the traffic nolte on SkokJe Valley Road and the air-conditioning units and PaBIn$ capabilities of adjacent business establishments were observed to be much louder than the noise from the Calx storo on many occasion& In addition, thero was a very loud bird chit'pins overhead, presumably protemln$ itt nest. which mntributed a lot of enerly in the 4000 Hz froquency band, The' aJlowuble octave bind sm]rd pressure levels of sound emitted to any recaivin8 residential property durtnl daytime hours are as follows: 701 Mae Sleet Evanston. IL 60202 VOX (708) 32&.2022 FAX (708} 328-21a2 Octave Frequency Band (Hz) 31.5 63 125 2~0 500 10(K) 2000 4000 8000 92 71 65 57 51 45 39 34 32 As you can See. all frequency bands up to and including the 500 Hz band are below the Illinois stnndards, even at this elme dLuanee. Rep4'ding the four bands above 500 I-~ which are above the allowable standards, it is n well.known and invesllnntad phenomenon thai the enerly of sound in free space drol~ off by 6 dB for each doublin~ of distance from the source, l~ow~ as ~e invefle.~utre law of sound, it euentia~ly means that a soun.d seems only h~lf as you Set ~wiee as fn, r awuy fro.re, it, Since our Soal is to estimate the nmse levels at a distance of 160 feet, we enn apply th,s 6 dB drop to ~ the bands in our first measurement. Now except for the 4000 Hz frequency band, all levels are under .the allowable limits. And apin the loud bird chirpin& wh|¢h was verified to be In that 4000 l-lz band, aeeounu for the exeeedanee in that i~nd. At the second measurement site at 1098 F_ Dundee Road in i~intine, Il.,, we were able to let the f~il 160 feet from the last bay door at an an.~le of .g0~l. qreek This pllm~d us on the street J~.t b?hind tho ~.arX ItoM. We have k~l~ulal~j tM followin$ etd-hour values for this s~te: Omve Prequermy Band (l. lz) 31.5 63 12~ 2~0 500 I000 2000 44X}0 l~q(dB) 62.9 62.8 55.1 46.5 43.3 4].8 39.2 39.3 32.0 Even thou~ this location wu a~ the intersection of Rand and Dundee Roads, we did not hear any noise from the CarX store at the measurement location. The tt~¢ nolle wu only bm'ely audible as well. Therefore, we were measurJns only the surroundJn$ ambient noise with onl~ minimal contribution from Our final measurements took plato u the proposed site of your CarX facility in oudot e*6 of the Deerpath Court Retail Center in LzJm Zurich. Hem the treffle on Ra~td Road wu eomtant and qulto loud. Meuured at the residential pro~rty line approximately 160 feet from the propmed Iocntion of your store, we hM enlculnsed the foilowin~ oM-hour Leq value~: Oem~u Frequency ~ 31.5 63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 aO00 631 ~ 62.0 48.9 ~6 48.1 44.8 40.9 31.2 Comparlnl these values to the maximum allowable limits, it is clear that the traffic noise already exceeds those limits Iff all bends from lO(X) Hz on up. Bued on both our measurements Ind observations itt the three sites listed above, we feel a CarX facility at the proposed site in luke Zurich will not significandy increase the noise level in the surroundins community. 'The traffic noise on Rand Rd. is already quite intense, and our expertenco at the Palatine facility where wa'did not even hear any noise from the store sUgllests no cause for concern. Thank you very much. Cordially, ,Marlin D. Wilde F, ASI Sound Pressure Jet Engine (25 m cltslance! 312 6c/3 tla,~ TO ,T 9ERN~TEIN P.85 Sound Pressure Level dB Threshold of Pain Jet Teke-Off ( ! O0 m distance) Poe Qroup 10000 L.IvMo Nm Wood Threshold of Hearing B~el & Kjaer ,-~ Illinois Environmen~l Protoc~on Apncy · 'p.o. be lO2~S. Sm~f~d. IL eSVJ4.,lV~ ~une X7, XggX Hr. Allan J. SIEKJel 3208 Barb&Fu DFIYo Glonv%ew, Zlllnole 6002S (708) 564-9299 Dear Nr, s&ogalt'. ~99x, roquouctng an open&on ardin -c ~ex. rog g ~e ~en~aX no~ae ~~ ~ have eno~os~ a c~ of · AOile "~tnm~e-- -----~- ..... · ~fls~rumen~8. ~hts ~h~d P~d. you w1~ a :~:~M_~ BIK no "ave . &se pollution eon .... ra9? £0~ noL.e ~evtLa £rou I __ ~rol ~here £S el ~C.k.e &mm.mC o~ ~.ho~jh~ and oaz'o dee 6~ om · o~ ~ac~or, ne worx ~gned ~n~o noise ashtraY. A 900 angle v~ be he~pruJ. ~ 8~ no:Lay operations az1 eon rea~ o£ the bay, and no~ lC _ ~uo~ed ~n the ~..be on~rerme ~otche door. reauoC~on o£ 30 dB(A! CdeoJ~el- -- :~- -~.~--~-&-~-~" u~or,.a hazes xpea'ced O&aCan~e Xa w mn n ~n~.~ d~(A), ~? 03 d~(A~. The ~pprox4ua~e 'l&n~ts £oFda he :5 dB(A) ~ev, X£ any, no&se aanp%a~n~a d&reo~ed e~ igtouo~Lve muft~er and brake shape. %~ soles amap~etnu yore to IMF£Ioi · mJiz'd&r.j ¥ou~ sparse&one, z vouXd suggee~ you ooneXder ~he poelJJ)Xe neomac%ay o£ aloeXng tAe bey 312 693 Pag. 3 GregoFy~, Zak, Division o~' ldmd Pollution Control MARKET EVALUATION ca ® OFFICE/WAREHOUSE 2400 No. 2nd St Minneapolis, MN 55411 (612) 521-1337 FAX - (612) 521-0567 1100 Harmon Place Minneapolis, MN 55403 (61.2) 375-1918 4457 Central Avenue, N.E. Columbia Hts., MN 55421 (612) 789-3561 1011 2nd Street, South Hopkins, MN 55343 (612) 935-8320 1001 W. Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55408 (612) 822.-3118 1201 White Bear Aw,..e St. Paul, MN 55106 (612) 774.8686 Mr. David Lasky 2506 Monterey Ave So. St. Louis Park MN 55416 August 22, 1995 RE: New Hope Car-X Development---Hours of Operation Dear David, The Car-X Muffler & Brake Shop which you are developing for us on 42nd Ave North in New Hope will be the fifth owned and operated by Minne Mufflers Inc. in the Twin Cities area. We anticipate that this new shop will begin operating with the same hours-of-operagion as the other four. Those hours are: Monday & Friday Tues. Wed & Saturday Sunday 8:00AM-7:'00PM 8:00AM-5:30PM 8:00AM-3:OOPM CLOSED Having said that, it is imperative that a service business such as ours retains the flexibility ofbeing open when our customers need us. This consideration might require us to tailor our operating hours ag a given location to meet that shop's particular needs. However, even with that consideration, and with respect for our residential neighbors and our employees' private lives, we cannot imagine that we would require more operating hours than shoWn below. Monday- Friday 7:30AM-7:00PM Saturday 7:30AM-6:00PM Sunday CLOSED I hope you find this information useful. If I can be of any other assistance, please feel free to call. Sincerely, A. 'Ashb~y after General Manager, Minne Mufflers DELIVERY TRUCK SIZES ca' Muffler & Brakl OFFICE/WAREHOUSE 974 East Hennepin Ave. Minneapolis, MN 55414 (612) 378-0734 FAX - (612) 378-0931 1100 Harmon Place Minneapolis, MN 55403 (612) 375-1918 4457 Central Avenue, N.E. Colurr~la Hts., MN 55421 (612) 789-3561 1011 2nd Street, South Hopldns, MN 55343 (612) 935-8320 1001 W. Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55408 (612) 822-3118 1201 White Bear Aw SL Paul, MN 55106 (612) 774-8685 August 24, 1995 Mr. David Lasky 2506 Monterey Avenue S. St. Louis Park, MN. 55416 RE: New Hope Car-X Development -- Semi-Trailer Access Dear David; The purpose of this letter is to respond to you about the issue of semi-trailer or large delivery truck access to the Car-X Muffler & Brake Shop which you are developing for us on 42nd Avenue in New Hope. Minne Mufflers, Inc. currently operates four Car-X shops in the Twin Cities area. As part of that operation we maintain warehouse and administrative facilities centrally located at 974 E. Hennipin Avenue in Minneapolis .... This warehouse receives all major deliveries of inventory from our vendors. The inventory received here includes weekly receipts of exhaust parts, brake parts, shock absorbers, and miscellaneous parts and supplies. This weekly receipt of merchandise is then delivered to each shop in daily deliveries via our own fleet of light-duty pick-up trucks. These pick-up trucks are also used by our shops to pick up parts from local auco parts jobbers, to transfer parts among our shops, and to provide our customers with courtesy rides as needed while their vehicles are being repaired. In addition to the pick-up trucks utilized by our'shops for the aforementioned tasks, our warehouse also keeps two small pick-up trucks to assist in the transfer of small amounts of inventory from location to location. Because of the success we have had in managing our inventories in our shops and warehouse, we have no need for semi-trailer access to our shops. The shop in New Hope will be no exception. The only "large" trucks which will periodically visit our shops are small cube vans used by our uniform supply company, small -2- flat-bed or cube vans used by our welding supplies vendor, and garbage trucks. All of these vehicles are medium-duty, single axle vehicles. I hope that this addresses any concerns that you or the City of New Hope may have regarding the access by, or regular presence of, semi-trailers at the proposed Car-X Muffler & Brake Shop in New Hope. If I can be of any further assistance in this or any other matter regarding this development, please feel free to contact me at (612) 378-0734. Sincerely, General Manager, Minne Mufflers i DESIGN-REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING AUGUST 17, 1995 A. LASKY PUD- 7180 42nd Ave. No. A meeting of the city Development Review Committee was held this week to review and discuss this "concept" Planned Unit Development. The proposed muffler shoD use requires a CUP (Conditional Use Permit), while the second building on a lot requires a PUD approach. The existing building at the SW corner will continue with retail sales; this fact severely limits the potential and options for the property, which would otherwise be a 1.6 acre "gem" at a signalized corner of a major roadway in a recently revitalized corridor. In addition, both our Consulting Engineer and Planner have made a preliminary comment on the concept. In summary, we would conclude that the muffler shop use CAN WORK on the property if a rethinking of the site and building design is successful. Among the questions and shortcomings of the PUD concept are these: * Traffic issues/hazards with south internal drive too close~ to 42nd Avenue, dead end parking, lack of stacking at busy south driveway, lack of a large truck loading berth, visitor and Disability parking designations. NOTE: Comprehensive Plan stated that "traffic ~afety" was the major issue to consider in this planning district. * Noise Impact Statement required for noisy muffler shop use adjacent to residential properties and restricted hours of operation. * No significant Transition / screening is provided to buffer the residential area (north) from the business uses. * Parking greatly exceeds the code-65 vs. 39 (req'd) WHY ? * Drainage must be improved and conducted through storm sewer system at north. * Utilities are required to be underground-not shown. * Fire Chief recommends auto fire sprinklers in building. * More landscaping is needed at north and south (where the green ar~a must be widened significantly for traffic reasons). * Maintenance of common/open space is not detailed. * Trash storage/enclosure omitted. * Provide "integrated planning and architecture" linked to existing building per PUD ordinance. * No market feasibility information provided. * Floor plan shows 77' bldg.; Site plan shows 87' bldg. ********* Refer to attached rough sketches from City Engineer on storm drainage, Exhibit "B" and revised traffic design options, "Alt. I, Alt. II & Alt. III". Alternate III allows for a Loading Zone along the north side of the building. L L . X X 906.2 AVENUE 903. 907.0 NORTH ,04.8 PI~.OPOSED lfUt~'l.,Etl, SI4OP 7180 42nd Ave. X905-4 * Noise impacts upon adjacent residential must be considered due to open-door nature of noisy business near residences chat is not a Permitted Use. SCALE: 1" - I00' X I I LOU$1AJIA ~x ~0' d L &O' d "1 Planning Case: Request: Location: PID No: Zoning: Petitioner: Report Date: Meeting Date: CITY OF NEW HOPE PLANNING CASE REPORT 95-26 Comment on Request for Concurrent Detachment from City of New Hope and Annexation 'to City of Crystal 3700 Winnetka Avenue North 17-118-21-32-0003 R-l, Single Family Residential, Zoning District Beth E1 Synagogue/Memorial Park Cemetery, Inc. November 3, 1995 November 8, 1995 BACKGROUND In September Roy Anderson, Anderson-Johnson Associates, contacted the Cities of New Hope and Crystal and requested a joint meeting between the staff of the two cities to discuss a proposed joint development project between Beth E1 Cemetery (located in New Hope) and Adath Chesed Shel Emes Cemetery (located in Crystal). The project would involve relocation of curb- cuts, expansion of the interior road system, construction of a chapel, and other amenities. The:: two staffs met in September with Anderson and representatives of the two cemeteries. The proposed development would involve the construction of a chapel across the existing City's boundaries. Besides the complications of the building being partially located in each city, other matters were discussed including the requirement that the cemeteries would need to proceed through the PUD process in both cities and the fact that the property is located in two different Watershed Districts. In October the City and cemetery representatives met again and the cemetery officials indicated that the entire process would be simplified if the entire development was located either in New Hope or Crystal. Due to the fact that this "island of Crystal" in New Hope contains commercial and multi-family residential (taxable) property on Winnetlm and 36th Avenues, it was generally felt that it would be more appropriate to detach the tax exempt Beth E1 Cemetery from New Hope and have it annexed by the City of Crystal. The enclosed correspondence from Beth El Cemetery requests concurrent detachment from New Hope and annexation into Crystal. City staff are requesting that the Planning Commission provide comment on this request. City staff have requested that the City Attorney, City Engineer, and Planning Consultant provide comments on this request and their correspondence is attached. The City Attorney's correspondence points out the procedural aspect of the request. He states that concurrent detachment and annexation is authorized by Minnesota statute, which also sets forth the procedure. The process can be initiated by the two municipalities, or by the property Planning Case Report 95-26 2 November 3, 1995 owners. If by the municipalities, both must submit to the Minnesota Municipal Board a resolution describing the land and stating their desire to detach and annex the land. If the resolutions are in order, the.Board may then order the detachment and annexation. If the detachment and annexation is initiated by the property owners, a petition signed by all of the owners must be submitted to the Board, along with a resolution from at least one of the municipalities. The Board must also hold a hearing before it can order the detachment and annexation. Probably because of the delay caused by the hearing requirement, the property owners are asking for resolutions from the two cities rather than petitioning the Board directly themselves. From a procedural standpoint, the City Council needs to consider the issues associated with the request, and pass a resolution if they decide to approve the detachment. Aside from the procedure, this is essentially a policy decision for the Council. There are no other legal issues of any significance associated with the detachment request. The City Engineer states that the annexation of Beth E1 Cemetery from an engineering standpoint will have no adverse effect to the City of New Hope relative to sanitary sewer and water service. Storm water drainage is conveyed, for the most part, to the northeast corner of the property to a ponding area located east of Paddock Laboratories. Pond expansion may be required if additional development is allowed on the cemetery property. Therefore, New Hope's review for storm water runoff is required. New Hope's State aid allocation for State aid street improvements is based on population, mile's''~ of streets in New Hope and costs (needs) to upgrade State aid streets. Therefore, annexation of Beth El Cemetery to Crystal would not impact our State aid allocation. Residential property along the west side of Winnetka Avenue in New Hope obviously is impacted by future development in both cemeteries. Therefore, New Hope's involvement in development may be beneficial for our residents. 8. The Planning Consultant has provided comments relative to the Comprehensive Plan, etc. in the attached report. RECOMMENDATION Staff has no recommendation on this request and is not requesting any formal action from the Commission. Staff is interested in the Commission's viewpoint on this issue. Attachments: Zoning Map Petitioner Correspondence Boundary & Topographic Surveys Concept Plan City Attorney Corespondence & Draft Joint Resolution Planning Consultant Comments Hennepin County Correspondence City Engineer Comments 13-4 I-1 , CATNOUC: iSONN~SY# -' R-4 1'2 October 30, 1995 5224 West 26th Minneapolis, MN Street 55416 Mi'. Daniel $. Donahue, City Manager City of New Hope 4401 Xylon Ave. North New Hope, ~ 55428 Dear Mr. Donahue: On October 27, 1995 we met with representatives of the City of New Hope and the city of Crystal to discuss the potential of placing the' Beth El .Memorial Park (Cemetery) and the Adath-Chesed Shel Emes Cemetery into one municipality. It was the consensus of that meeting that the Beth El Cemetery would request that the City Council of New Hope initiate proceeding for the detachment of Beth El Cemetery and that the City Council of the City of Crystal initiate annexation proceedings for Beth El Cemetery. We are currently involved in a joint effort of improvements with Adath-Chesed Shel Emes under a Beau 't~fi~tion Agreement between us dating back to 1987. The major improvements of this agreement would be a new chapel and a system of common driveways to more efficiently serve the two (2) cemeteries. This change would simplify the approval process to implement the desired improvements. The provision of municipal services to the two (2) cemeteries also would be more efficient and effective. The Adath-Chesed Shel Emes fully supports the requested detachment and annexation and is sending correspondence, under separate cover to this effect. You will also be receiving, under separate cover, from Anderson-Johnson and Associates; a reduced copy of the boundary and topographic survey of each cemetery; and a reduced copy of the combined proposed improvements. In the event of any questions, please call Roy Anderson, of AndersonJohnson and Associates at 544-7129. We thank you for your consideration. Sincerely your~ /j . Nathan Raskin, Co-Chairman Beth E1 Memorial Park C: Mr. Steven c. Peaslee Mr. Roy Anderson Mr. Peter Cooper Mr. Stanley Segelbaum 2 Adath Jeshurun CONGRI:GATION ADATH CHESED SHEL EMES CEMETERY November 2, 1995 Mr. Jerry Dulgar City Manager City of Crystal 4141 Douglas Drive North Crystal, Minnesota 55422-1696 Dear Mr. Dulgar: We are writing in support of the request of Beth E1 Memorial Park for annexation to the City of Crystal. As you know, our cemetery is located in Crystal, and the Beth E1 cemetery is located immediately adjacent to the north in New Hope. The common boundary is the Crystal - New Hope city line. We are currently involved in a joint improvement program with Beth E1 cemetery under a Beautification Agreement between us dating back to 1987. Having both cemeteries within the boundaries of one municipality would simplify the approval process for the desired improvements, and also increase the efficiency of delivery of necessary municipal services. You will be receiving more information on this matter from the landscape architect for the two cemeteries, Roy Anderson of Anderson-Johnson Associates, and I would urge you to contact Mr. Anderson with any questions you may have. Also, please do not hesitate to contact me. at 338-2525 if I can be of assistance. Thank you and the City for your consideration of this request. 'Y~s t ru/y~ Chairman CC= Mr. Daniel J. Donahue, New Hope City Manager Mr. Stanley Segelbaum Mr. Roy A. Anderson 10500 Hillside Lane West * Minnetonka, Minnesota 55305-2630 (612) 545-2424 (545-CHAI) * Fax: (612) 545-2913 I Ir I' I, ,Ii/ //~- / / / · I / / .., ;1' / '!C>'' ; ~..; . t / / \, / /~' ',. · .~j' x.;;- .",'...-~ -- !! I!1! ! ! ,J / \~/" 1! / /! I I ,.: $'rk',nm &. November 3, lg95 Daniel j. Donahue City of New Hope 4401Xylon Avenue North New Hope, MN 55428 Beth E1 Memorial Park cemetery 3700 Winnetka Avenue North Our File No.: g9.39528 Dear Dan: I' understand the owners of the Beth E1 Memorial Park Cema=sty nave aOprouched the Cltles of New Hope and Crystal with a request for the de~ach~n~ of th~ ce~tery from New Hope and ~he annexa%ion of the s~ 3and ~o Crystal. Then the Beth ce~[ery, 1ocs'bed im~dia~e~y ~o C~e sou~h, would both be in ~he improvements that would be locate~ In Doth ce~tertes and thus both ci=ies. Concurrent detachment and annexation Is authorized by Minn. Stat. 414.001, whlch also sets forth the Orocedure. The process can be initiated by the two municipalities, or by ~he property owners. by ~he municipalities, both must submit to the Minnesota Municipal Board a resolution ~escr~bing ~he Tand and s~ating their desire to ~etach and annex the land. ~F the reso'lu~ione are in order, board may ~hen order ~he de~achmen~ and annexation, [~ the detachrnent and annexation i~ initiated by ~he property owner~, & peri,ion signed by al~ o( the owners mue~ be submitted ~o the Board, along with a resolution from a~ ]east one of municipalities. The Board must also hold a hearing before i~ can order the detachment and annexation. Probably because ce the delay caused by the hearing requirement, t~e property owners are asking eot resolu=ions erom the two cities rather than petitioning the Board directly themselves. From a procedural standpoint, t~e City Council needs to consider the issues associated with the request, and pass a resolution Daniel J. Donahue November 3','1995 Page 2 similar to the enclosed i~ they dec,de to approve ~he detachmen=. The enclosed is a joint resolution, which has the benefit of making sure both Ci~ie$ are preeent~ng the same reques~ to the Board. Z spoke wi~h Board personnel, who indicated ~ha~ a simple resolu%ion such as Ihs enclosed will be sufficient, and ~be Board is almost certain to grant a joint request. As~Qe from the procedure, %his ~s essentially a policy decision for the Council. There are no other legal iaauea o~ any significance asmocia~ed with ~he de~echmen% request. Becaume o~ ~he finali%y of ~he procedure, we recommend t~&= a ~orm&3 reQues= from ~ne owners of the Beth E3 Cemetery be required, such as s resolution by the governing board. Zn addition, %i%]e evidence should be provided ~o us showing the &crum3 ownership of the proper~y tn ques=ion. you have any question~ or comments, do no~ hesitate ~o call. Sincerely, Nart~n P. Nalecha Ass~. New Hope Ci%¥ A~orne¥ m3f Enclosure cc: Kirk HcDonald~ N&na~emen% Aseist. an~ 8~eYen A. $ondra31, Ci%¥ A1;torne¥ JO[NT. RESOLUTZON REQUESTING CONCURRENT DETACHMENT FROM NEW HOPE AND ANNEXATZON TO CRY~TAL OF CEMETERY AT 3700 WINNETKA AVENUE NORTH PURSUANT TO MINN. STAT. S41A.~61 WHEREAS, certain real property (~be Proper=y) Known as 3700 Winnetk& Avenue North, ]ega31y described as: The SOU:h 1/4 of the Nor:hwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 and the South t95 feet of the North 3/4 of said Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/~, a11 in Section 17, Township 118, Range 21, Hennepin County, Minnesota~ sub3ect to right of way of Winnetka Avenue over ~e Westerly 33 fee: ~he~eof, approximately 15.65 acres ~n size eno loca%e~ wi=bin ~he boundaries of the City o~ New Hope, and WHEREAS, sald Property is owned by %he Beth E1 Synagogue and {s - used as a cemetery, and ..~ . WHEREAS, sai~ Property abuCs real estate along its entire southern border that is ~oca[ed within the Ci[y of Crystal and also usaa as a cemetery, and WHEREAS, the owners of the Pro~er:y wish to operate ~he Proper~y as a cemetery in conjunction with th~ abutting ce~tery in Crystal, and WHEREAS, the provision of planning, zoning, police, fire and utility services to ~he Property can be more e~fictently provided by one municipality, and WHEREAS, the owners of the Property have requested that the Property be concurrently detached from the City of New Hope and annexed to the City of Crystal. NOW, THEREFORE, BE [T RESOLVED: 1. Tha~ the City of New Hope and ~he City of Crystal jointly request t~a~ [he Minnesota Municipal Board =oncarrently-de~a~h the ProDer=y from Ihs City of New Hope and annex the same to :he ¢i~y of Crystal at the earliest possible date. 2. That this join~ resolution be submttteU to the Minneso~& Municipal Roard for the purposes set forth herein. Approved by .bhe City of New Hope this 1995. ~day of Attest: Approved by the Oity of Cry~tal this Mayor Ci=y Clerk day of Mayor Attest: COM*MUNITY LAN#lNG '' DE,IIG MARKET RESE~R¢-H MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: DATE: RE: FILE NO: Kirk McDonald Bob Kirmis/Alan Brixius 3 November 1995 New Hope - Bethel Cemetery Detachment 131.00 - 95.08 This memorandum is intended to forward our comments conceming the proposed. detachment of the Bethel Cemetery to the City of Crystal. Such detachment would enable' '* the cemetery to be combined with the Adath Chesed Shel Emes Cemetery, which abuts the property to the south (see attached Exhibit A). In consideration of this matter, several advantages and potential disadvantages could result from the proposed detachment as highlighted below:. Advantages The proposed merging of the cemeteries would simplify municipal review procedures. The Bethel Cemetery is tax exempt. As such, its detachment would not result in a loss of City tax base. No change in land use is proposed. As such, the merge would have no physical negative impact upon surrounding properties. 5775 Wayzata Blvd.-Suite 555 ,St. Louis Park, MN 55416-(612) 595-9636-Fax. 595-9837 Disadvantages The proposed detachment would increase the size of an existing "island~ under the City of Crystal's jurisdiction. Expansion of Crystal's municipal border in this location may be counter to desired border configuration and could establish a poor precedent for future detachments in the area. Excepting the possible issue of precedent for futura detachment, the proposed detachment of the Bethel Cemetery is not anticipated to have any negative impacts upon the City of New Hope. If the City feels the precedent issue is not of significant concern, our office would support the proposed detachment request. If you have any questions or comments regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to c. ali. pc: Doug Sandstad 2 i TOTgL P.04 .Hennep o nty Roy Anderson Anderson-Johnson Assoc., Inc. 7575 Golden Valley Rd. #200 Minneapolis, MN 55427 Re: Adath/Beth E1 Cemeteries, CSAH 156 October 10, 1995 Roy: As we discussed, the concept of a single generous driveway onto County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 156, Winnetka Avenue, from the above sites is acceptable to Hennepin County. The approach should have 25 foot radii, and the ingress and egress lanes 24' wide, with appropriate striping and "STOP" signs. As the prOject progresses, please apply for the entrance and utility permits at the appropriate times and they will be expedited. Thanks f6r the timely inquiry and please call me at 930-2548 with any questions. Sincerely, David K. Zetterstrom Entrance Permit Coordinator c: ~Doug Sandstad, City of New Hope Anne Norris, City of Crystal D~/saa Department of Public Works 320 Washington Avenue South Hopkins, Minnesota 55343-8496 (612)930-2500 FAX:(612)930-2513 TDD:(612)930-2696 Recycled Paper Bonestroo Rosene m-m Anderlik & Associates Engineers & Architects Bonestroo, Rosene. Anclerllk and ^ueclates. Inc. Is an Affirmative Action/Equal Ol~OOrtunlty Employer Otto G. Bonesttoo, P.E. Rol~er~ W. Rosene, P.E.* Joseph C Anderllk, Marvin L. Sorvala, P.E. Richard E. Turner, P.E. Glenn R. Cook. P.E. Thomas E Noyes, P.E. Robert G. Schunlcht, P.E. Susan M. Ebertln, ° Senior Consultant Howard ^. Sanford. P.E. Keltl~ A. Gordor~, P.E. Roher~ R. Pfefferle. P.E. Richard W. Foster, P.E. David O. Loskota, P~. RoDert C. Russek. A.LA. Jerry A. Bourdon, P.E. Mark A. Hanson, P.E. Michael T. Rautmanfl, P.E. Ted K. Field, P.E. Thomas R. Anderson, AJ.A. James R, RosenmertceL P.E. Donald C. Burgardt, P.E. Thomas A. Syfko, P.E. Frederic J, Stenl~org, P.E. Ismael Martinez, P.E. Michael P. Rau, P.E. Thomas W. Peterson, P~. Michael C. Lyncl~: P.E. James R. Maland, P.E. Jerry O. Pertzsc~, P.E. Scott J. Arganek, P.E. Kennem P. Anderson. P.E. Mark R. Roils, P.E. Mark A. Selp, Gary W. Morion, P~_ Paul J. Daniel J. Edgerton, P.E. A. Rick Sc~mldL P.E. Dale A. Grove, P~. Philip J. Caswell, P~, Ma~ O. V/Mils, P.E. Miles B. Jenseno P.E. g Phllllp Gravel, P.E. Karen L. ~/lemerl, P.E. Ga~, D. Krlstofltz, P.E. Brian lC Gage, P.E. F. Todd Foster, P.E. Keltl~ R. Yapp, P.E. Doug/as J. Benoit, P.E. Shown D, Gustafson, P.E. CecJllo OIIvier, P.E. Kent J. Wagner, P.E. Paul G. Heuer, P.E. Jo~n P. Gorder, P.E. Dan O. Boyum, P.E. Jeffrey J. Ehleringer, P.E. Jo.~ol~ R. Rheln. P~. Lee M. Mann, P.E. Charles A. Erlckson Leo M. Pawelsky HaHan M, OIson Ac~es M. King James F. Engelhardt TO: Kirk McDonald FROM: DATE: RE: Mark Hanson - City Engineer November 2, 1995 Anne~.Beth E1 Cemetery to Crystal Our File No. 34 Gert The annexation of Beth E1 Cemetery from an engineering standpoint will have no adverse effect to the City of New Hope relative to sanitary sewer and water service. Storm water drainage is conveyed, for the most part, to the north east comer of the property to a ponding area located east of Paddock Laboratories. Pond expansion may be required if additional developmem is allowed on the cemetery property. Therefore, New Hope's review for storm water runoff is required. New Hope's State aid allocation for State aid street improvemems is based on population, miles of streets in New Hope and costs (needs) to upgrade State aid streets. Therefore, annexation of Beth E1 Cemetery to Crystal would not impact our State aid allocation. Residential property along the west side of Winnetka Avenue in New Hope obviously is impacted by future development in both cemeteries. Therefore, New Hope's involvement in development may be beneficial for our residents. It should be noted, many years ago Bob Rosene (New Hope Engineer, BRA) and Bill Sherbum (Crystal's Engineer) were directed by each City Council to improve the border between Crystal and Ne.w Hope. As stated by Bob, both Bob and Bill developed what they felt was a good plan. However, after each Council reviewed the plan each City fek it was giving away the farm. Therefore, nothing was ever done. 34-gen~memo.6 2335 gVest Highway 36 · St. Paul. MN SSl13 · 612-636-4600 CITY OF NEW HOPE MEMORANDUM DATE: TO: FROM: SUBJECT: November 3, 1995 Planning Commission Members Kirk McDonald, Management Assistant, Community Development Coordinator Miscellaneous Issues 1. October 9th Council/EDA/HRA Meeting - At the October 9th Council/EDA/HRA meetings, the Council/EDA/HRA took action on the following planning/development/housing issues: A. Resolution Authorizing Decision Resources, Ltd. to Conduct a Community-Wide Survey for $13,500 - A random telephone survey of 400 residents in the City will be conducted to determine the level of satisfaction with current City services. Final copy of the survey questions is attached for your information. B. Project //462, Motion Authorizing Submittal of Supplemental Petrofund Application - A Supplemental Petrofund Application has been submitted for costs incurred in abandoning and sealing of monitoring wells for the property at 42nd/Nevada Avenues. The total of the reimbursable costs is $8,487. C. Project//437, Resolution Approving Change Order No. 3 for 36th Avenue Railroad Bridge - The City Council approved a change order in the amount of $37,322 for storm sewer, sanitary sewer, subgrade treatment, and abutment joint painting modifications. The first phase of this project was completed near the end of October, and per the attached project bulletin, 36th Avenue was opened between Winnetka and Louisiana on Saturday, October 28th. Phase 2 of the work will probably proceed in the spring of 1996. D. Resolution Approving 1995 Amendment to Master Modification to Redevelopment Plans and Tax Increment Financing Plans and Making Findings with Respect Thereto - The City Council held a public hearing and amended the district's boundaries where Tax Increment Financing can be expended to include the New Hope Ice Arena property and also the Winnetka Elementary School property and the fields just west of the school. These two additional properties were included in the TIF plan so that if future development occurs on these sites TIF monies could be utilized for the projects. The EDA also passed a resolution approving the amendments at their meeting held on the same date. E. Planning Case 95-18, Request for Site and Building Plan Review and Setback Variance to Allow Construction of an Entrance Canopy, 7300 42nd Avenue, Gill Brothers Funeral Chapels, Inc. - Approved subject to the conditions as recommended by the Planning Commission. A Site Improvement Agreement is in the process of being prepared and the City Engineer and Building Official have determined the amount of the security bond to be posted. F. Project//544, Resolution Awarding Contract for the Construction of Golf Course and 4400 Quebec Avenue Storm Sewer and Pond Improvements - The Council awarded the contract for the construction of these improvements to Veit & Company, low bidder, in the amount of $263,087.17. This work will include the construction of a storm water pond on the vacant property at 4400 Quebec Avenue and will also include improvements to the Municipal Golf Course. Please refer to the attachments for further information. You should also note that excess materials from these projects will be distributed at Sunnyside Park. A neighborhood meeting was recently held with these residents to explain the project in more detail. Project bulletins will be sent out to all impacted residents when the project gets underway.. G. Project//548, Resolution Authorizing Purchase of 5559 Sumter Avenue North - The Council authorized the purchase of 5559 Sumter Avenue North in the amount of $62,000. The purchase of this property is a spin-off of the original Bass Lake Road Housing Redevelopment project, which was repealed by the Council/EDA earlier this summer. The reason the City pursued the acquisition of this property was for future realignment of the intersection at Sumter and Bass Lake Road. Cil staff will be preparing bids for demolition of the property and seeking quotes later this fall and, hopefully, demolition will be accomplished before the end of the year. This was a voluntary acquisition with the property owner being a willing seller. H. Project //519, Resolution Awarding Contract for Sewer and Water Service ln.~t~ll~tion at 6073/6081 Louisiana Avenue - The contract for sewer and water service installation was awarded to H & M Asphalt, low bidder, in thc amount of $26,632. The work for the installation of the utilities will get underway the first part of November in preparation for the construction of the new handicap accessible twin home on the site. Please refer to the attachments and schematics for further information. I. Discussion Concerning "Shop Neighborly New Hope" Camnai?n - Authorization was given for staff to order videotape copies of the news reports of the "Shop New Hope" Kick-Off Event and Duk Duk Daze for all businesses participating. Councilmembers will deliver copies of the videos. A letter was also distributed along with the tapes that included the follow-up survey results of the campaign and also indicated that an organizational meeting for a local New Hope Merchants Association will be conducted after the first of the year. J. Project //523, Resolution Relating to Redevelopment Plan 85-2: Approvin_o Redevelopment Contract with Gill Brothers Funeral Chapels, Inc. - The EDA approved the Development Agreement with Gill Brothers Funeral Chapels, Inc. which calls for the City to reimburse the developer up to $150,000 for Tax Increment Financing for eligible site improvements. Please refer to the attached EDA request for further information. I have not'copied the entire Development Agreement for your review. If you are interested in looking at it, please give me a call and I will be glad to provide you with a copy. K. Project//519, Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications and Ordering Advertisement for Bids for Construction of Handicap Accessible Twin Home at 6073/6081 Loui.qiana - At the September 1 lth EDA meeting, the EDA approved a resolution authorizing the execution of a Letter of Agreement with Equal Access Homes to provide design services/prepare plans and specifications for the second handicap accessible twin home. At the October 9th EDA meeting, the EDA approved the plans and specifications and authorized advertisement for bids. Bids will be opened on November 3rd, and will be considered by the EDA on November 13th, with construction to begin immediately. Please refer to the attached EDA request for further information and copies of the plans and specifications. L. Project//549, Discussion Regarding Ac~_uisition of McBrady Property at 7621 Bass Lake Road - The EDA continued to discuss the acquisition of the McBrady property located at 7621 Bass Lake Road. This also was a spin-off from the now repealed Bass Lake Road Housing Redevelopment project. The repealing of the project does not prohibit the City from continuing to acquire properties on a scattered site basis, which is the situation in this case. The City staff and the property owner had come to a negotiated purchase price of $90,000, which was discussed by the EDA on October 9th. The EDA was agreeable to the negotiated offer and directed staff to proceed to acquire the property. It is anticipated that this house will also be demolished and the land will be left vacant for future development purposes. Please refer to the attachments for more information. The City was particularly interested in acquiring this property because it is the key parcel related to any future redevelopment in the area and also because of the non-conforming zoning standard applicable to the building, which is situated right on the side yard lot line. M. Discussion Regarding Request for Tax Increment Financing Assistance for Car-X/PUD Development at 7180 42nd Avenue - David Lasky had submitted a letter to the City requesting consideration of $200,000 in Tax Increment Finance assistance for the development of the proposed Car-X/PUD at 7180 42nd Avenue. The EDA Considered this request at the October 9th meeting but was not favorable toward the request for a number of reasons, including the fact that the development is not consistent with the 42nd Avenue Redevelopment Guideline Standards. Please refer to the attached EDA request and the letter for further information. N. Project//523, Resolution Approving Purchase Agreement with Gill Brothers Funeral Chapels, Inc. for Sale of Property - The HRA set the date for public hearing for the sale of the City-owned property at 42nd and Nevada Avenues to Gill Brothers Funeral Chapels, Inc. for the October 23rd Council meeting. Their action also included preliminary approval of the purchase agreement for the property. October 23rd Council/HRA Meeting - At the October 23rd Council/HRA meeting, the Council/HRA took action on the following planning/development/housing issues: A. Resolution Authorizing Burn Agreement with Navarre Corporation for Destruction of Property at 7550 49th Avenue North - The City has received a request from Navarre Corporation requesting assistance in demolition of the old Jacobwith property adjacent to their new building. Navarre Corporation purchased the Jacobwith property approximately one year ago and has also recently settled with Brad Hoyt and has acquired Outlot A as a part of the settlement. These acquisitions will set the stage for the expansion of their business in 1996. The City Council approved an agreement with Navarre Corporation where the Fire Department would utilize the building for training services and burn the building over the course of the winter. For further information please refer to the attached Council request and agreement. B. Motion Approving Final Pay Request to Classic Asphalt Co., Inc. for 1994 Retaining Wall Improvements in the Amount of $1,500 - The Council approved this final pay request as the project has been completed and the assessment hearing was recently held with no objections. C. Project//505, Motion Approving Final Pay Request to Equal Access Homes in the Amount of $8,749.15 for the Construction of the Handicap Accessible Twin Home Built at 7901/7909 51st Avenue - The Council approved the final pay request to Equal Access Homes for the construction of the handicap accessible twin home at 51st and Winnetka Avenues, as all punch list items have been completed and both units have been sold. D. Project//519, Resolution Awarding Contract to Crystal Tree Service in the Amount of $950 for Tree Removal at 6073/6081 Louisiana Avenue - The Council awarded the contract to the low bidder for tree removal at the site where the new handicap accessible twin home will be constructed. E. Project//549, Resolution Approving Purchase of 7621 Bass Lake Road - Per discussions at the October 9th City Council meeting, the City Council apProved the purchase of this property in the amount of $90,000 for future scattered site housing redevelopment purposes. F. Project//529, Discussion Regarding Water Tower Located at 47th & Aquila Avenues - Per the attached Council request for action from the Director of Public Works, the Council was updated regarding the renovation or replacement of the existing 500,000 gallon elevated tank at 47th and Aquila Avenues. After a lengthy analysis, the joint water commission has authorized the preparation of plans and specificiations to completely remove the lead-based paint, repaint the existing tower, and make modifications so that the tank complies with OSHA standards. A project schedule is included for your information and the City will be distributing this information to surrounding property owners. G. Consideration of Bids for Winter Banners - The City Council discussed the purchase and installation of new banners for the winter season on 42nd Avenue. The Council authorized staff to proceed with the purchase of the banners and they will be installed sometime near the end of November. o II. Public Hearing/Resolution Ao0roving Sale of Property at 7300 42nd Avenue North to Gill Brothers Funeral Chapels, Inc. - The HRA conducted a formal public hearing on October 23rd and formally approved the sale of the City-owned property at 7300 42nd Avenue North to Gill Brothers Funeral Chapels. This will now clear the way for construction to proceed yet this fall 3rd Quarter Planning/Development, Housin?_ and En~neerin? Report~ - The third quarter reports are enclosed for your reference and information. Winnetka Center Market Study - The preliminary draft of the Winnetka Center Market Study will be completed around the first of November and staff will keep the Commission updated on the outcome of the study. 1996 Planning Commission Schedule - Attached is a preliminary draft of the 1996 Planning Commission schedule. Please review it so we can finalize the schedule at this meeting. Two Tuesday night meetings have conflicts in 1996: Tuesday, March 5th, is Precinct Caucuses and so the meeting has been changed to Monday, March 4th; and Tuesday, November 5th, is election day so the meeting has been changed to Monday, November 4th. The Commission should approve these changes. Also, if a July meeting is necessary it could be conducted on the regular meeting date, the first Tuesday of the month, which is July 2nd. This would not interfere with the July 4th weekend. After the schedule has been confu'med, final copies will be distributed. Comprehensive Plan Update - Per the enclosed article entitled "Better Metro Planning" found in Highlights Magazine/New Laws 1995, and per the enclosed correspondence from the Metropolitan Council, a new law effective August 1, 1995 requires all cities, counties and towns within the seven- county metropolitan area to review and update their comprehensive plans by December 1998. Each jurisdiction is then required to repeat the process every 10 years. The law also does not allow local governments to adopt zoning ordinances which conflict with their comprehensive plans. The City will probably be initiating a review of the New Hope Comprehensive Plan sometime during 1996 and the review process will include the Planning Commission. Also, the new Livable Communities Act requires participating cities to update the housing portion of their Comprehensive Plan and that will need to be accomplished during 1996. 1996 Planning Commission Re-appointments - The following members of the Planning Commission have terms that expire on 12/31/95: Bob Gundershaug Bill Sonsin During November the City Clerk will be contacting the Commissioners who have terms that expire at the end of 1995 to inquire as to whether they wish to be re-appointed. Re-appointments will then be made by the City Council at the December 1 lth Council meeting. (Please see attachment regarding expiration of terms.) Codes & Standards Issues - The Codes & Standards Committee met on November 30th to review the following iSsues: 1. 6073/6081 Louisiana Avenue Rezoning 2. Sign Code Changes A. Shopping Center Sign Study B. Flashing or Moving Signs Parking Standards for Athletic Facilities Zoning Ordinance Business District Conditional Use Review Changes in City Ordinance Pertaining to Trees The Committee will be presenting their recommendations on the Sign Code at this meeting and will be meeting again on November 29th to continue discussion on the other issues. Attachments: Decision Resources Survey Project Bulletin Storm Sewer Pond Improvements 5559 Sumter Avenue Purchase 6073/6081 Louisiana Sewer & Water Service Shop New Hope Letter & Survey Gill Brothers Funeral Chapels Plans & Specifications for 6073/6081 Louisiana 7621 Bass Lake Road Acquisition Lasky/Car-X Navarre Corp. Bum Agreement 47th & Aquila Avenues Water Tower 3rd Quarter Reports Planning & Development Housing Engineering 1996 Planning Commission Schedule Comprehensive Plan Information Appointment Schedule DECISION RESOURCES, LTD. 3128 Dean Court Minneapolis, Minnesota 55416 City of New Hope Residential Survey October, 1995 Hello, I'm of Decision Resources, Ltd., a polling firm located in Minneapolis. We have been retained by the City of New Hope speak with a random sample of residents about issues facing the community. This survey is being conducted because the City Council and City Staff are interested in your opinions and sug- gestions about current and future city needs. I want to assure you that all individual responses will be held strictly confiden- tial; only summaries of the entire sample will be reported. 1. Approximately how many years have you lived in the City of New Nope? 2. As things now stand, how long in the future do you expect to live in New Hope? IF "TWO YEARS OR LESS," ASK: 3. Could you tell me one or two reasons why you intend to move from New Hope? "Quality of life" is a term used by many people when they talk about living here. It also means different things to different people. 4. When you think of your quality of life, what type of things come to mind? 5. How would you rate the quality of life in New Hope excellent, good, only fair, or poor? 6. What do you like MOST about living in New Hope? 7. What do you like least about it? Let's talk about issues facing the City of New Hope .... 8. What do you think is the most serious issue facing New Hope today? 9. Which of the following statements comes closer to Your feelings: (A) I call New Hope "home." (B) New Hope is just a place to live; I'd be just as happy elsewhere. 10. If you couldn't live in the City of New Hope, where would you want to live in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area? 11. Why did you choose that location? 12. How would you rate ~he surength of community identity and the sense of neighborliness in New Hope -- excellent, good, only fair, or poor? 13. Did you and/or members of your household attend any of the activities of the 1995 "Duk Duk Days" celebration? IF "YES," ASK: 14. What changes or improvements in "Duk Duk Days,.. if any, would you suggest to make them more enjoyable for members of your household? 15. All in all, do you think things in New Hope are generally headed in the right direction, or do you feel things are off on the wrong track? IF "OFF ON THE WRONG TRACK,, ASK: 16. Please tell me why you feel things have gotten off on the wrong track. would like to read you a list of characteristics of a communi- ty. For each one, please tell me if you think New Hope cur- rently has too many, too few, or about the right amount. 17. youth recreational programs? 18. adult recreation programs? 19. parks and open spaces? 20. trails and bikeways? 21. service establishments, such as dry cleaners, barbershops and copy services? ' 22. retail shopping opportunities? 23. entertainment establishments? 24. dining establishments? 2~. day care opportunities? ,, 26. housing for senior citizens? 27. housing for special populations, such as the physically challenged? Changing focus .... As you may know, property taxes are divided between the City of New Hope, Hennepin County, and your local school district. 28. For each dollar of property taxes you pay, about what per- centage do you think goes to city government? 29. Do you consider the City's share of property taxes for city services in New Hope to be very high, somewhat high, about aver- age, somewhat low, or very low in comparison with nearby suburban communities? Just for your information, the City share of your property ~axes is approximately percent. 2 I would like to read you a list of a few services. Por each one, please tell me whether you would rate the quality of the service as excellent, good, only fair, or poo~? (ROTATE LIST) 30. Police protection? 31. Fire protection? 32. Recycling and rubbish pick-up? 33. Storm drainage and flood control? 34. Park maintenance? 35. City-sponsored recreation programs? 36. Animal control? Now, for ~he next three city services, please consider only the quality of work done by city staff on city-maintained streets and roads, which excludes state highways and county roads that are taken care of by other levels of government. 37. 38. 39. City street repair and maintenance? Snow plowing? Street lighting? 40. From what you have heard or seen, do you think the City of New Hope is spending unwisely in the provision of any of the services we have just discussed? (IF "YES," A~K:) Which one(s)? IF A SERVICE IS SPECIFIED, ASK: 41. Could you tell me one or two reasons why you feel that way? 42. Can you think of other suburban communities which provide any of its city services better or more effectively than New Hope? IF "YES," ASK: 43. Which ones? 44. Which city services (do they/does it) provide better than in New Hope? 45. When you consider the property taxes you pay and the quality of city services you receive, would you rate the general value of city services as excellent, good, only fair, or poor? 46. Would you favor or oppose an increase in city property taxes, if it were needed tomaintain city services at their current level? Let's talk about some specific current and potential city servic- I would like to read you a list of "nuisances" which may occur in New Hope. For each one, please tell me if you ~ ~=-~-~=~ J~i=~w~ REsoUrCES 163 P06 OCT 0~ '95 15:50. feel the City is ~oo tough, about right, or not tough enough in enforcing City Codes throughou~ the community on it .... 47. 48. 49. 50. 52. 55. S6. Junk cars on residential property? Messy yards on residential property? Messy yards on commercial property? Weeds or tall grass? Outside storage on commercial property? Annoying loud noise? Loose animals? Improper Parking? Home-based businesses? Dilapidated or unkept houses?" Moving on .... 57. Are there areas in NeW Hope where you would not feel safe walking alone at night? IF "YES," ASK: 58. Please tell me the areas in which you would not feel safe. 59. How about at night in your home -- do you feel safe and secure, or not? I would like to read you a short list of public safety concerns. 60. Please tell me which one you consider to be the greatest concern in New Hope? If you feel that none of these problems are serious in New Hope, just say so. (READ LIST) 61. Which do you consider to be the second ~ajor concern in the city? Again, if you feel that none of the remaining problems are serious in the city, just say so. (DELETE FIRST CHOICE AND READ LIST) Violent crime Traffic congestion Traffic speed Drugs Youth ga~ge Business crimes, such as shoplifting and check fraud Residential crimes, such as burglary, theft, and vandalism AJ~L EQUALLY NONE OF THE ABOV~ DON'T KNOW/R~FUSED 62. Do you feel that crime in New Hope has increased, decreased, or remained about the same during the past five years? 63. HOW would you rate the amount of patrolling the police department does in your'neighborhood -- would you say they do too much, about the right amount, or not enough? 4 Moving on .... The New Hope park system is composed of larger community parks and smaller neighborhood parks, the municipal swimming pool, community ballfields, an ice arena, and a par-3 golf course. 64. How informed do you feel about the New Hope park facilities -- very informed, somewhat informed, not too informed, or not at all informed? Of these facilities in New Hope, which have members of your household used during the past year? 65. Larger community parks? 66. Smaller neighborhood parks? 67. M~nicipal swiping pool? 68. Community ballfields? 69. Municipal ice arena? 70. Municipal golf course? From what you have seen or heard, how would you rate each of these park facilities -- excellent, good, only fair, or poor? you have no opinion, just say so. If 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. Larger community parks? Smaller neighborhood parks? Municipal swimming pool? Community ballfields? Municipal ice arena? Municipal golf course? 77. In general, do you feel that existing recreational facili- ties offered by the City of New Hope meet the needs of you and members of your household? IF "NO," ASK: 78. What additional recreational facilities would you like to see the City of New Hope offer its residents? Changing topics .... 79. Other than voting, do you feel that if you wanted to, you could have a say about the way the City of New Hope runs things? IF "NO," ASK: 80. Could you tell me why you feel that way? 81. How much do you feel you know about the work if the Mayor and City Council -- a great deal, a fair amount, very little, or none at all? 82. How satisfied are you with your current level of knowledge about the work of the Mayor and City Council -- very satisfied, somewhat satisfied, not too satisfied, or not at all satisfied? 83. Prom what you know, do you approve or disapprove of the job the Mayor and .City Council are doing? (WAIT FOR RESPONSE) And do you feel strongly that way? IF A JUDGMENT IS GIVEN, ASK: 84. Could you tell me why you feel that way? 85. How much first hand contact have you had with the New Hope City staff -- quite a lot, some, very little, or none? 86. From what you have heard or seen, how would you rate the job performance of the New Hope City Staff -- excellent, good, only fair, or poor? 88. IF A J~ iS GIVEN, ASK: 87. Could you tell me why you feel that way? During the past year, have you visited New Hope City Hall? IF "YES," ASK: 89. On your last visit to City Hall, which Department did you visit -- the Police Department, Fire Department, Finance, Inspections, Parks and Recreation Department~ Seneral Information Desk, or Administration/City Coun- cil? Thinking about your last visit to City Hall, for each of the following characteristics, please rate the New Hope City Hall facility or staff as excellent, good, only fair or pOor .... ' 95. the New Hope 90. Convenience of City Hall hours? 91. Ease of finding your way around the building? Now, thinking about the specific department you visited .... 92. Waiting time for service? 93. Courtesy of the staff? 94. Efficiency of the staff? During the past year, have you had the occasion to telephone City Hall? IF "YES,. ASK: 96. On your last telephone call =o City Hall, which Depart- ment did you contact -- the Police Department, Fire Department, Finance, Inspections, Parks and Recreation 6 Department, General Information Desk, or Administra- tion/City Council? Thinking about your last telephone call to City Hall, for each of the followin9 characteristics, please rate the service as excellent, good, only fair, or poor .... 97. Waiting time for the Information Desk operator to answer your call? 98. Courtesy of the Information Desk operator? 99. Ease of reaching a Department staff member who could help you? 100. Courtesy of the Department staff? 101. Efficiency of the Department staff? 102. Was your request handled by leaving a voice mail mes- sage? (IF "YES," ASK:) Did you receive a timely re- sponse? Changing topica again .... As you know, there are already a number of retail shopping estab- lishments in New Hope. 103. If you could choose, are there any other types of retail shopping opportunities you would like to see in the city? (IF "YES," ASK:) What are they? 104. On average, how often do you make any purchases of goods or services for yourself or your household from business establish- ments in New Hope -- daily, weekly, two or three times per month, monthly, rarely, or never? On two related issues .... 105. Not including groceries, what is the location of your prin- cipal retail shopping area? 106. If the City of New Hope were to attract a large grocery store, how likely would your household be to shop there -- very likely, somewhat likely, not too likely, or not at all likely? 107. In June of this year, do you recall receiving and reading a flyer and map entitled "Shop Neighborly New Hope" as an insert in the Star-Tribune and Post newspapers? IF "YES," A~K.' 108. Did you keep the flyer and map around for later refer- ence, or did you toss it after you had read through it? 109. How valuable was the information on retail shopping opportunities in New Hope to you -- very valuable, somewhat valuable, not too valuable, or not at all valuable? 7 110. After receiving the flyer and map, how have your retail shopping patterns changed -- do you shop more in New Hope, shop about the same amount in New Hope, or shop less in New Hope? Moving on .... Many cities and school districts across the Metropolitan Area have either built or are considering building a community center. 111. If the City of New Hope were to build a community center, what types of facilities do you think it is important to include? 112. Are there any particular activities or pro,rams and services the center should offer to serve the needs of residents in this area? (IF "YES," ASK:) What are they? 113. Do you favor or oppose the construction of a New Hope Com- munity Center? (WAIT FOR RESPONSE) And, do you feel strongly that way? I would like to read you a list of facilities that could be included in a community center. For each one, please tell me if you would strongly favor, somewhat favor, somewhat oppose, or strongly oppose its inclusion. If you have no opinion, just say so. (ROTATE) 114. A single large multi-purpose room with kitchen facilities suitable for receptions, meetings, parties and other rentals? 115. A gymnasium? 116. A~ exercise and fitness center? 117. A whirlpool a~d spa area? 118. A~ arts and crafts room for class and instructional pro- grams? 119. An activities center for school-aged youth? 120. Small group meeting rooms? 121. A quiet area for reflection or study? 122. Are there any other facilities you would like to see in an area community center? 123. If a proposed community center contained the features you most favored, how much more likely would you be to support its construction -- quite a lot, some, not too much, or not at all? 124. From our discussion so far, how likely would you or house- hold members be to use this type of Community Center -- very likely, somewhat likely, somewhat unlikely, or very unlikely? Two ty~es of costs are associated with a community center facili- ty~ construction costs for the building of the center and oper- ating costs to supplement user fees and other sources of genstar- 'ed revenue. Suppose the City of New Hope had sufficient funds to construct a community center without the need for a property tax increase. Then, the only additional revenue required would be to underwrite the operating costs of the facility, if fees and other revenues fell short of maintenance costs. A property tax increase would be required to make up this shortfall. 125. Under these conditions, would you support or oppose the construction and operation of a New Hope Community Center? ~©R RESPONSE) Do you feel strongly that way? (WAIT Changing topics .... 126. Do you live on or near a street which has undergone street reconstruction during the past few years? In evaluating the value of a program such as street reconstruc- tion, residents need to think about the benefits of better streets and the need for fewer repairs in the future. They must also consider the costs of inconvenience to residents and drivers as well as project expenses. 127. How would you rate the value of the street reconstruction program when you think of its costs and benefits -- excellent, good, only fair, or poor? IF A JUDGMENT IS GIVEN, ASK: 128. Could you tell me one or two reasons why you fell that way? Moving on .... 129. How informed do you feel about City government events and activities taking place in New Hope -- very informed, somewhat informed, not too informed, or not at all informed? 130. What is your primary source of infoz~nation on city govern- ment and activities? 131. Do you recall receiving the City newsletter, titled "The City Report," during the past year? IF ,YES," ASK~ 132. Do you or any members of your household regularly read it? 133. Do you tend to keep it around for later reference or toss it after you have read through it? 135. How effective is the city newsletter in keeping you informed about activities in the city -- very effective, somewhat effective, not too effective, or not a= all ef- fective? 136. Does your household currently subscribe ~o cable television? iF "YES," ASK: 137. How often during the past year have you watched New Hope City. Council Meeting telecasts on Channel 37 ~- fre- quently, occasionally, rarely, or never? IF "FREQUENTLY,,, "OCCASIONALLY,,, OR "RARELy,, ASK: 138. Were you generally able to follow the discussion and actions of the City Council? IF "NO" OR "UNSURE,', ASK: 139. Are there any changes or improvements in the telecast of'City Council Meetings that could be made ~o assist in your viewing? Now, just a few more questions for demographic purposes .... Could you please tell me how many people in each of the following age groups live in your household. 140. Persons 65 or over? 141. Adults under 65? 142. School-aged children? 143. Pre-schoolers? 144. Do you own or rent your present residence? 145. What is your age, please? 146. What is the last grade of formal education you completed? 147. What is your occupation and, if applicable, the occupation of your spouse or partner? 148. Which of the following ca=egories includes your annual pre- tax household income. Please e=op me when I read the righ= one. 149. Gender. (BY OBSERVATION) 150. Precinct. (BY LIST) 10 CITY OF NEW HOPE PROJECT BULLETIN PROJECT NO. 437 & PROJECT NO. 486 BULLETIN NO. 5 36TH AVENUE STREET/UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS BETWEEN WINNETKA AND LOUISIANA AVENUES AND RECONSTRUCTION OF 36TH AVENUE RAILROAD BRIDGE Notice The City of New Hope is nearing completion on Phase I of the 36th Avenue street/ utility improvements and reconstruction of the 36th Avenue Railroad Bridge. This bulletin is to inform you that 36th Avenue between Winnetka and Louisiana Avenues will open to through traffic on Saturday, October 28th. At that time, Phase I of the project will be essentially completed with only minor sidewalk work and sodding remaining. The final wear course or bituminous surface under the bridge will be installed next spring with Phase II of the improvements. Background The City of New Hope has been working with the Soo Line Railroad and the Minnesota Department of Transportation since 1990 to determine the most efficient manner to reconstruct the bridge and to obtain funding. The old railroad bridge over 36th Avenue was constructed in 1925 and was in need of major repair. The major deficiency was the safety hazard posed by the inadequate roadway width between the concrete piers (less than 38 feet). The traffic counts on 36th Avenue warranted a 4-lane roadway, which could not be accomplished based on the previous existing width between the piers. The City of Crystal recently upgraded 36th Avenue between Highway 100 and Louisiana Avenue to provide a 4-lane roadway, therefore the only restriction for a 4-lane roadway between Highway 100 and Winnetka Avenue was beneath the old railroad bridge. The vertical clearance between the old bridge deck and the top of the roadway also did not comply with current standards, therefore this project lowered the roadway beneath the new bridge approximately one foot. Phase I Improvements Phase I of the improvements, which was just completed, included construction of a new railroad bridge and street/utility work approximately 250 feet either side of the bridge (not including the final bituminous surface). The span between the new concrete bridge abutments is 70 feet and accommodates a 48-foot wide roadway, a 5-foot wide sidewalk on each side and a 6-foot wide boulevard. Phase II Improvements Phase II of the improvements is tentatively scheduled for construction in 1996. These improvements will include street/utility work on 36th Avenue between Winnetka and Louisiana Avenues (excluding the area under the bridge), the addition of left turn lanes 10/20/95 on 36th Avenue east and west of Winnetka Avenue, storm water improvements between Louisiana and Hampshire Avenues in the existing open channel in Crystal, and final bituminous surface on the entire roadway. More specific details on the proposed Phase II improvements planned for 1996 will be provided at a later date. Contact Persons If you have further questions or concerns about the construction project, please direct your calls to the following persons, who represent the City Engineer: Dave Sanocki: Beeper #580-3614 (punch your number in and he will return your call) Jerry Pertzsch: 636-2168, ext. 260 If you desire to speak with someone at City Hall, please contact Kirk McDonald, 531-5119. The City appreciates the cooperation of all the businesses and residents in the area impacted by the construction during this project. The completion of the project will result in much safer traffic conditions on 36th Avenue for both motor vehicles and pedestrians. Thank you for your cooperation. City of New Hope 4401 Xylon Avenue North New Hope, Minnesota 55428 COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION · Orlgtnatmg Department Approved for Agenda ~i~t~)n City Manager & Planning Kirk McDonald 10-9-95 Item No. Management Assistant By:. 8.2 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF GOLF COURSE AND 4400 QUEBEC AVENUE NORTH STORM SEWER AND POND IMPROVEMENTS (IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 544) At the August 28th Council meeting, the City Council approved plans and specifications and ordered advertisement for bids for storm water pond improvements at 4400 Quebec Avenue North and the Municipal Golf Course. The bids were opened on October 4th and will b.e presented to the Council for consideration on October 9th. The general nature of the improvements is as follows: 4400 Quebec Avenue North Storm water ponding at 4400 Quebec is listed as a top priority in the Storm Water Management Plan and the acquisition and sale of that property to Conductive Containers, Inc. has been completed with the City retaining an easement over the southern 2/3rds of the property for ponding purposes. Conductive Containers has now occupied the formerly vacant building at 4500 Quebec and is anxious to complete their outside site improvements. These improvements can most effectively be accom'~lisbed if the City completes the pond excavation and storm sewer modifications. Municipal Golf Course Staff have also been investigating storm water concerns at the Golf Course, which include the condition of the existing storm sewer pipe from'Bass Lake Road discharging to the pond along the west side No. 9 fairway, the east bank of the pond along No. 9 fairway is falling and eroding into the pond, the condition of the existing storm sewer between the pond along No. 9 fairway to existing storm sewer from Winnetka Avenue, and the blocked storm sewer between Meadow Lake and the pond opposite No. 8 fairway. MOTION BY ~ Request tbr Action 2 10-9-95 ~-~' The improvements at the golf course include the following: I. Repair pipe from Bass Lake Road to pond along hole No. 9. 2. Dredge and clean pond along hole No. 9 and stabilize slope to prevent erosion. 3. Repair/replace storm sewer pipe from pond along hole No. 9 to Winnetka Avenue. 4. Investigate and update storm sewer between Meadow Lake and pond along hole No. 8. The improvements at the golf course are divided into separate parts to be considered separately, if City Council and staff elect not to proceed with specific improvements based on cost and/or impact. The improvements are described as follows:' 1. Dredge pond along hole No. 9. Stabilize bank, repair storm sewer from Bass Lake Road. 2. Upgrade existing 12" storm sewer outlet from pond along hole No. 9 to the east. 3. Upgrade existing storm sewer between ponds along holes No. 9 and No. 8. 4. Upgrade and extend storm sewer between pond along hole No. 8 and Meadow Lake. Provide fill over north end of pipe, per Louise Brulm, and south end of pipe to square off No. 8 tee box. .. 5. Modify Meadow Lake outlet structure between NWL 893 and 894.5 to utilize full capacity of 21" storm sewer. 6. Provide fill and regrade No. 9 fairway to develop positive drainage. The improvements would be paid for out of the Storm Water Utility Fund. The enclosed draft resolution does not identify the low bidder or the bid mount, as these blanks will be completed after the bids have been analyzed. The City Engineer will be further explaining the project and recommending a contractor/amount at the meeting. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. crrY OF NEW HOPE GOLF ODURgE ~.00 ~ AVENUE N (c.cl STORM SEWER POND IMPFIO~~~ cra' 10-~3-199~ 7: E4;~z~M F-ROH BOMES~ " ASSOC P. 3 10-03-199~ 7 = ,~ 1 AH FROIH BOtsESTRQO" ASSOC P. 4 ii m oqllullllJ ALTERNATE BID No. 5 FILL SITE in SUNNYSIDE PARK opposite 4630 Quebec.Avenue LEGI~ND Tm~ Pc~jmc! 4~U~ AV~ N ~ COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION Originating Department City Manager Kirk McDonald Management Assistant Approved for Agenda & Planning 0-9-95 Item No. 0.3 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF 5559 SUMTER AVENUE NORTH (IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 548) The enclosed resolmion authorizes the purchase of the property at 5559 Sumter Avenue North for $62,000, which is the fair market value from the City's appraisal on the property. This is a voluntary sale, it is being purchased under the scattered site homing program, and no relocation costs are involved. The property contains a one-story home with an attached garage and is suffering from obsolescence and other blighting factors. The City has an interest in acquiring the property for street right-of-way purposes to resolve a hazardous traffic condition caused by the misalignment of Sumter Avenue. Staff would propose that the existing home be demolished to accommodate future street realignment at the intersection. A proposed Purchase Agreement has been reached with the owners of the property. The property will be purchased either with CDBG Scattered Site funds or TIF funds. The enclosed resolution authorizes the purchase of the property and authorizes the Mayor and City Manager to execute the Purchase Agreement. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. MOTION BY 'to: SECOND BY ~ - RFA-O01 ~auR He,,t..P AI~Q I~ Ho~ 1'0 PR~ REVISED COUNCIL REQUF.~T FOR ACTION Approved for Agenda Agenda Section Development B~. 8.4 Originating Depmhxient City Manager Sarah Bellefuil Administrative Analyst RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT TO H & M ASPHALT IN THE AMOUNT OF $26,632.15 FOR SEWER AND WATER SERVICE INSTALLATION AT 6073/6081 LOUISIANA AVENUE NORTH (IMPROVEMENT PROJECT # 519) In 1993/1994, the City of New Hope purchased, rehabilitated and sold the property at 7109 62nd Avenue North. As pan of that project, the City split off the rear 100 feet of the property due to the depth of the lot. At the same time, the owners of the comer lot located at 7105 62nd Avenue North decided to subdivide their property and sold the rear 100 feet to the City. The City combined both properties to create a new parcel located at 6073/6081 Louisiana Avenue North on which will be developed a three bedroom handicap accessible twin home. Because this is a newly platted lot, sewer, water and storm sewer must be extended to the site. The City Engineer has developed the attached utility plan and has requested bids for the sewer and water work. The City received the following quotes: H & M Asphalt Volk Sewer & Water Penn Contracting Driveway Design $26,632.15 $28,779.10 $36,979.00 $36,500.00 Staff recommends approval of a resolution awarding contract to H & M Asphalt, low bidder, in the amount of $26,632.15 for sewer and water service installation at 6073/6081 Louisiana Avenue North. The utility work will be paid for with Community Development Block Grant funds designated for scattered site housing. SECOND BY Finance: 4401 Xylon Avenue North New Hope, Minnesota 55428-4898 City Hall: 612-531-5100 Police: 612-531-5170 Public Works: 612-533-4823 TDD: 612-531-5109 City Hall Fax: 612-531.5 !~z,~ Police Fax: 612-531-5 Public Works Fax: 612-533-7650 Fire Dep?. Fax: 612-531-5175 October 25, 1995 Subject: "Shop New Hope" Promotion Dear New Hope Business Owner: As a gesture of the City's appreciation for your participation in the 1995 "Shop New Hope" promotion, we are enclosing a video tape which contains highlights of the event for your information. The tape is yours to keep. City Councilmembers will hand deliver the tapes to all of the businesses that participated in the promotion as a reminder of this successful event. The tape contains TV news coverage before, during and after the event and it is fun to watch. You may not have realized all of the coverage the "Shop New Hope" promotion drew and that is why the City feels it important that you have a copy of the tape. The tapes were produced at minimsl cost by Northwest Cable TV. This letter is also intended to notify you that all "Duk Bucks" should be returned to the City for redemption by November 30th. All of the "Duk Bucks" have not been redeemed yet, so if your business has some, please turn them in for your rebate. We are also enclosing the survey results from the survey sent out to participating businesses after the conclusion of the promotion. Forty-three survey responses were received. Most businesses stated that they would participate in another event and felt that the kick-off event and map/tabloid were effective. Most businesses also felt that the event achieved its goal. There were many interesting comments and recommendations received, and we appreciate your input. One topic of discussion throughout tim "Shop New Hope" promotion was thc possibility of forming a local New Hope business organization to contim~ the organization/promotion of New Hope businesses. The City would like to discuss this idea further with business owners. The City will be holding a meeting on the formation of a local business association after the f'ust of the year. Watch for your meeting notice in the future, as the City is interested in your input. At that time, we also want to discuss another "Shop New Hope" promotion for 1996! Hope you enjoy thc tape! Sincerely, Mayor CouncUmet fi= & Shop New CCi City Council Dan Donahue, City Mana~lily Styled City ~^ ~ ~-'~ For Family Living '"~'~V~ V~" Didn't sign: 4 - 43 responded SURVEY RESULTS 9/20/95 35 No 1. Participate again: Yes 1 vv ay: 5 Maybe: Parts of it: 1 tJreat; billboard too small & back too far (Tan Line); Wouldn't do billboard again, bad spot 'Bridgemans); Start info pkg earlier as no one was sure what was going on umil map was published - lead time; If cost is low; Not to be rode-just honest, it didn't do us any good; 2. 6/14-7/15 OK?: Do it in early spring; Yes 38 No 2 3. Length: Short 4 Long 9 Right 24 4. Attend 6/14: Yes 18 No 22 Saw it on TV; 5. Rank: Very Effective Kick-off: 9 18 Tabloid: 9 22 Hard to read; Star Trib: 4 20 SunPost: 5 22 Billboards: 6 15 Not readable; Rdr Bds.: 5 13 T-Shirts: 3 10 Loved logo; City Report: 3 19 Cable TV: 4 12 Duk Bucks: 8 14 Somewhat Not ??? 4 2 6 3 10 5 9 3 7 9 10 3 13 7 9 4 1 9 4 8 4 2 6. Gift certs - how many/returned: 15-? / 25-5 / 25-7 / 25-14 / 25-1 / 15-2 / 24-1 / 25-2 / 4-2 / 2-5=Q 25-5 / 2-2 / 4-2 / 5-5 / 12-3 / 10-0 / 25-0 / 10-1 / 4-1 / 50-1 / 10-2 / 1-1 / 3-0 / 25-2 / 25-7 / 3-0 / ~ Surprized more certificates haven't come in; Effective & necessary but didn't help my business; 7. Ask for Special: Yes 5 Not in heavy consumer traffic area; Didn't do one; No 18 8. Goal achieved: Yes 26 No 7 Don't know yet 7 Colnments: Need to continue this process; Billboards effective; More control needed at drop & more adult participation; Need something separate for kids & adults; (Post Haste) billboard was to show what businesses are in center; Kick off great success; Don't have walk in traffic & thanks for duk bucks!; Meeting duk winners; More lead time to prepare promos; Do again as people need repetition; Didn't do much for bank; Need repetition & continued visibility; Signs, boxes & maps good; Talked with other retailers; Step in right direction; Met other business owners; It was a good start, we can't drop the ball; People recognized New Hope has businesses; 9. Highlight: Businesses & City work together to make good things happen; Good comments about 42nd Av. banners; Kick off & Drop (more organized); Drop & DDD; Banners & billboards; Drop; DDD; Kick off; DDD weekend; Drop; Customers commented on drop & kick off; Met other businesses; Drop brought in people who never heard of me; Drop; Kick off; Kick off & NH hasn't been business oriented in the past - relax sign ordinance; Awareness to City; Tabloid w/map for awareness; Getting people to think about shopping locally; Airplane/banner; Drop & festivities; Banners on 42nd Av.; Kick off; Recognize local businesses available nearby; Drop; Kick-off-Meeting other business owners in City; Businesses working together for common good; 10. NH Bus. Org.: Yes No time; TwinWest member; 28 No 5 Maybe 3 11. Other comments: Do a fall/winter promo when more people are in town; Thanks for planning this one; Liked this one; Great getting all retailers working together; 10 days-2 weeks promo; Small pool w/duks floating & catch w/net for little kids; Thanks for your work in promo; Never got a copy of ads or City Report; Should have specific 1-2 days for each shopping center & give away to get people in stores; Keep it up - all need to work together; Radio & bigger print on tabloid specials; Better way for drop; Give suggestions for gift certificates; We deal mostly w/other businesses but would support same type of promo; Promo better suited to retailers w/lower $ items or goods/services; Participated to support NH & this was successful; Event established a togetherness of participating businesses; Keep it up; Need to let business know if store special copy is changed; Was misled on the placing of billboard-very disappointed on how that was handled; Better integration of Shop New Hope Kick-off as starting a month of business & social/recreational activities capped off with Duk Duk Daze - 2 festivals become 1 & have people at Kick-off better aware of what we are trying to accomplish - Better advertising businesses that bring people to town such as US Swim, Cinema Cafe, Bowling, Applebees, Sunshine Factory, & golf course; EDA REQUF~T FOR ACTION ' :'~ginatlng Department City Manager Kirk McDonald Management Assistant Approved for Agenda Agenda Section EDA 10-9-95 Item No. 5 RESOLUTION RELATING TO REDEVELOPMENT PLAN 85-2: APPROVING REDEVELOPMENT CONTRACT WITH GILL BROTHERS FUNERAL CHAPELS, INC. (IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 523) The enclosed resolution has been prepared by the City Attorney pursuant to the EDA's discussion at the September 25th EDA meeting regarding providing $I50,000 in "pay-as-you-go" Tax Increment Financing assistance for the Gill Brothers Funeral Chapels, Inc. project on the City-owned property at 42nd & Nevada Avenues. The resolution approves the attached Redevelopment Contract and authorizes execution by the President and Executive Director. The Contract outlines the original objectives of the TIF and that the redevelopment is in the best interests of the City. The Contract states that upon completion of the project the EDA will reimburse the developer up to $150,000 for the cost of the items outlined in Schedule D (TIF eligible costs such as site improvements, land acquisition, etc.).' The contract also outlines the wage and job goals that must be met to receive the assistance; a net increase of three (3) jobs within two years after the fh'st reimbursement payment is provided. The jobs must provide wage levels of not less than the industry standard for the type of job created. The City Attorney will provide further explanation of the agreement/contracl~ at the EDA meeting. Staff recommends approval of the resolution. MOTION BY · SECOND BY Admlnlstra~m Finance: RFA-O01 EDA REQUEST FOR ACTION Approved for Agenda Agenda Section EDA -9-95.. Item No. Originating Department City Manager Sarah Bellefuil By:. Administrative Analyst RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND S~CIFICATION AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE TWIN HOME AT 6073- 6081 LOUISIANA AVENUE NORTH (IMPROVEMENT PROJECT//519) At the September 1 lth EDA meeting, the EDA approved a resolution authorizing the execution of a Letter of Agreement with Equal Access Homes to provide design services/prepare plans and specifications for the construction of a handicap accessible twin home at 60734081 Louisiana Avefiue North (Improvement Project #519). Final plans and specifications have now been prepared and the enclosed resolution approves the plans and specifications and authorizes the advertisement for bids. Pending further input from the EDA on design changes, it is anticipated that bids would be opened on Friday, November 3, and considered by the EDA on November 13th with construction to begin immediately. In 1993/1994, the City of New Hope purchased, rehabilitated and sold the property at 7109 62nd Avenue North. As pan of that project, the City split off the rear 100 feet of the property due to the depth of the lot. At the same time, the owners of the corner lot located at 7105 62nd Avenue North decided to subdivide theft property and sold the rear 100 feet to the City. The City combined both properties to create a new parcel as pan of the City's Scattered Site Housing Program. The project is being sponsored by the City in conjunction with the 5-City CO-OP Northwest Community Housing Revitalization Corporation and the Metropolitan Council. It is being funded, in pan, with Federal HOME program funds, and a $120,000 zero interest loan from the Metropolitan Council. The CRC will provide second mortgages so that the twin home will provide affordable housing to persons with special needs. The City wffi oversee the construction and upon completion the homes will be sold to qualified buyers. MOTION BY ! SECOND BY RFA-O01 Request lc'or Action 2 10-9-95 A reduced set of plans and specs for the twin home is attached to this request. Once completed, the twin home will be accessed off of Louisiana Avenue. it will be slab on grade construction, and will be one story,. Each unit will include three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room, dining room, kitchen. utility room, and oversized two car garage. All of the accessibility features present in the twin home located at 51st and Winnetka will be present in the twin home. The estimated cost of construction is .... ' ~ 500 and does not include landscaping or bringing sewer and water to the site. The sewer and ..... ~:ork and the landscaping will be sent out as separate bids. Tom Schuster, the City Forester, will design a landscaping plan for the site which will be presented to the EDA at a later date. The site will i>e landscaped once construction is complete. The platting/subdivision of the parcel is currently in process with the preliminary plat being presented to the Planning Commission on November 7 and to the Council on November 13. The final plat should be ready for Council approval on November 27. The site will also be rezoned from R-1 Single Family Residential District to R-2 Single and Two Family Residential District. The site is located in an R-1 district and is directly adjacent to R4 High Density Residential District. The request for rezoning will be brought before the Planning Commission on November 7th and before the City Council on November 13, 199:5. Staff recommends approval of the resolution approving the plans and specifications and authorizing advertisement for bids. CITY OF NEW HOPE SPECIFIC),TIONS FOR HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE TWLN HOME AT 6073 & 6081 LOUISI.~NA AVENCE NORTH NEW HOPE, MD,.'NESOTA The City of New Hope is seeking quotes on the following work to be done in constructing a handicapped accessible twin home - each unit to be 1599 square feet. The following specs are for each unit: BASE BID Ao Bo Sidina 1. Aluminum with aluminum soffits & fascia. [nc. lude exterior wall Tyvek Brick 1. 2. Per Plan, $365.00/1000, Material Allowance. Flashing at top of brick Co I. 16' x 7'6" Steel paneled door w/low headroom kit. Garane Door Ouen~ 1. 1/2 HP with 2 controls Fo lmulation 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. R 45 Attic blown R 19 Insulation batts m walls 6 mil Poly exterior walls & ceiling Party wall w/RI 1 Insulation Foundation - RIO 2" hi-density styrofoam insulation 42' deep - vertical inside wall block Sound chan~l locami on tl~ living quattro side of zero-lot-lin~ party wall 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Install all door hardwa~ and locks 2 Pocir~ doors Set cabinets, per plan (may requ~ slight variation due to homeow~r sp~cifica~iom) Cap opening on 42" high wall between dinin~ room & livin~ room w/oak board Bnse and shoe in aH viayl & cernmi¢ are~ Drill cabinets for hardware & mount hardwa~ Mount address ~mmhers - Black 4' size Install Minn~ota Disability Cod~ ~b-bats in bathroom i. Standard 3-tab 240 pound asphalt shingles Guttm's 1. From tory sid~.~ m - along 24' garage & 5' rmvm to ouuide at vaH~. ~ & downspout plac~d at low point discharging onto gra~ ~ 1. Carpeted ar~as: bedrooms 1, 2 & 3, hah & living room 2. Vinyl areas: utility/laundry room, storage, foyer, kitchen & mnln bath 3. Cernmi,= tile area: master bath ExHmrr A Lo lqoorin~ continued Czrpet Specs: Horizons [ndusmcs Commercial Ca.et 'Perfect Spec" -~4195. 30 ounce w synthetic hair and jute pad, or equal. Provide specs on substitutes. Vinyl Specs: Armstrong "Fundamental Solarian" over cement slab. Ceramic Tile (floor) Specs: American Olean, Porcelain ceramic Mosaics unglazed floor tile with 2x2 abrasive gram - slip resistant surface or equal. Provide specs on substitutes. Closet Shelving 1. Include a full width shelf in all clothes/coat closets at height to be specified by the homeowner. In addition the master bedroom closet will have a second shelf l/2 the length of the full width shelf. 2. The storage area will have 4 - 24"-deep shelves stacked per plan. Ceramic ' 1. Bath floor w/2x2 abrasive American Olean 2. Roll in shower floor - 2x2 abrasive American Olean 3. Shower walls to six feet high w/standard $2.30/sq. ft. wall tile ,~t*rials allowance 4. Includ~ a four-piece ceramic fixtur~ s~t (toilet paper fl~, 2 towel bara & I soap dish) to be installed in each bath. 5. Include a ceramic tub surround at the main bath tub with standard $2.30 per sq. foot materials allowance. ~rr~r 1. Both bathroom - full width of vanity top & 40' above floor. Counter Tom 1. Bathroom - CulnLr~ marble top with custom bowl looatiom & low profile, 1' high splashes to allow mirror to t~ imtall~l at a lower I~ight. 2. IGtchen - Laminam with s~ff eaige. Curmia Rod 1. Standard rgmion rod Hmtin~ 2. 3. 3. 4. 5. 6. 80~ Efficieat furna~, I.~anox Honeywell c21mnotherm thermostat Bath & laundry exilamX vents insulated & duct~i to exterior of building Vent dryer Provide gas supply & hook up for one applicance l0 Seer Lennox A.C. (located near bedroom #2) Transite heat system per plan Plumbim! l. -x. II '~5~te :'ix:'.tres ',~th c~rome components I. One :',oor dram ~n :he '~tdity room 3. Kitchen sink - stainless steel, 2 compartments 4. Bath tub - Kohler Villager twhitel 5. Disposal - Badger I SS Disposal 6. Rough in for future lawn sprinkler hook-up (at the bedroom #2 closet location) 7. One frost-proof anti-siphon exterior hose bib located 18" above grade between dining & living room 8. Insulate water & waste pipes at the laundry tub. kitchen sink. and roll-under master bath vanity 9. Dishwasher & washing machine hook-up 10. Kohler #3421 stools in both baths with standard seat covers 11. 40-gallon Bradford white hot water heater 12. Locate water shut offs for exterior hose bib behind access cover in dinette 13. Include shut offs at all fixtures 14. Include a wall hung laundry tub and draw box drain 15. Plumber to hook up after one inch ball valve on the water service 16. Moen Faucets in all locations -- Laundry faucet #4901 -- Kitchen faucet #7210 -- Main bath vanity faucet #4621 -- Main bath tub shower faucet #2353 -- Master bath shower valve #L2351 -- Master bath vanity faucet #4621 -- Roll-in shower - hand held spray - Alson spray handle on a 69' hose connected to a 48" Glide liar Sewer and Water Connections -- Locate sewer & water lines in the utility room -- Water service connection to include a 1' ball valve approx. 24" off the floor 17. Qo Electrical 1. 150 AMP, Ivory rocker devices, wire one appliance, 3 phone jar, ks, 4 cabinet outlets, 4 cab. switches, air conditioner wiring, 110 CFM bath fans, dishwasher & disposal wirin$ 2. Locate service box in the garage with the main breaker a maxinmm of 48' off the floor 3. One garage door opener outlet, wire the garage fire door for a future auto door opener, not noted on the plan Furnace wirms Rough in wiring for future security system, ln¢lud~ 3 doors pr~-w'u~d with contacts, I siren, 2 motion, I heat sensor. Prewired 2 keypad locations. NOTE: Electric nmter locations may be different than breaker box location. o Ro 1. Slab on grade, foundation per plan, lOx12 patio & sidewalk to driveway per plan (4" slab over 4" clean wash sand base) So Lumber 1. Anderson casements, sized per plan, w/nine tandem latches (flashin~ at windows per manufacnttzrs specifications) 2. Exterior doors - front entry '- six panel steel insulated, w/8" sidelight, w/self closing hinges & double bored for deadbolt & lever - fire door := six panel steel with self closer, double bored for deadbolt & lever - 3° swing door with full view glass lite & self closin~ hinges, double bored for a deadbolt 3. Interior doors - flush oak w/Weiser lever handles, privacy latches on interior doors to 3 bedrooms & baths Lumber cont'd. - ',~ails r, aped& sanded, ready for paint - sprayed ceilings - NOTE firewall detail for zero-lot-line code requirements - garage wails/ceiling - completely rocked & fire taped One coat 5. Exterior Rail at Entry, - 2x2 cedar pickets w/2x4 top & bottom rails between 4x4 cedar posts 6. Millwork - 5/8' Princeton oak casing - l/2' Princeton oak base - Oak b~e shoe in all vinyl & ceramic tile areas - Provide white malomine shelving for linens Cabinetry 1. Oak cabinets with custom countertop, heights per Homeowner specifications 2. Flat panel door style with picture fram profile (Knapp #207) 3. Cabinet pulls 4. 4 Roll out shelves 5. I Pair lazy suaam~ 6. I Regular size stack of drawers in the kitchen 7. 2 Bread board~ 8. Single wall hung laundry tub (no base cabinet) 9. Clad interior I0. 30" Upper cabinets, per plan 11. Provide 4" wide cabinet stiles in 4 locations for electric switches & outlets 12. Master bath vanity to have a 36' wide clear opening 13. Vanity height to be called out by the hon~owner 14. Master vanity to include a stack of drawers also Uo 1. Install cedar railing at front entry 2. Wrap overhead garage door openinp & all windows with 2 x 6" cedar, to be stained 3. Set garage gable louver- Ventilating type 4. Plywood walls in the bath shower area for grab bar installation 5. Supply backing for grab bar at stool areas 6. Supply backing for grab bar at tub 7. Install "ice and water" barrier over all heated portions of building at roof edge per code 8. Shim windows, [~r malltlfaiRllre~ ~ 9. Install sill seal und~ all window sills 10. Install sill seal under all bottom plates on perimeter doors 11. Install weatherguard protection at sidewalks, patio & enttys per plan 12. lmtall roof & soffit vents per code r~luir~nents 1. Stained, sealed & varnished woodwork 2. Primered & painted walls 3. Paint garage door 4. Exterior stninin_~, ~ trim aroulld garage doors, garage windows, ~ltry al~ raj] systsm We Driveway I. Asphalt, 40' wide to the street, new curb cuts to City specs Zo Sewer & Water Cit,~ ,xdt assume respons~bdity for constructma new sewer water lines from the ,tree: ~:ne. ~¢e attached dra~mg) The bmldcr '.~i~ be responstble for co~ectm~ se'~er ~rubs at property line to the twin home. - The builder sh~l coordinate each co~ection with Guy Jonson at New Hope ~blic Works (533-4823). Gas & Electrical 1. Gas service will be underground to each unit 2. Electrical service will be overhead from pole Excavation 1. Include tracking and materials cost for fill reqtti'red to achieve finished garage slab elevation of 872.5. See attached survey showing existing curb heights and random elevationa. 2. Remove tree stumps. AA. Permita 1. All City permit fees, WAC and SAC charges will be paid by the City and should not be included in the bid. Contractor shall Day for and incl-d_e in bid all o~er fees. ehnr~es and surch.r~es, includint~ electricai r~iud~ f~. ~ BB. Trash R~moval 1. Provide dumpst~r CC. DD. EE. Includ~ $2,$00 applianc~ allowanc~ ~ ia bid includ~ $8~0 lighting allowanc~ ~r tmig in tha bid oo $1,700 Professionally Cl~m~l TOTAL $ NO'rE: Landscaping and sodding will I~ comploted by the City and should not b~ included in the bid. The following are a list of options that mav be requested bv the purchasers of the twin home. These not be mc!uded :n :b.e total bid amount listed on :he ~re~, tous ',aoe If any of these options are ret:'~c~:cd. be the bu;ers responstbti~ty to pay' for them. offrlON$: 2. 3. 4. $. 6. 7. 8. 9. Whirlpool = $. Completed Security System = $ Retractable doors at the kitchen sink cabinet --. $. Fireplace (gas) = $, Fold down laundry table $ Complete lawn sprinker system $ Fold down shower seat $ Gerber handicap accessible stool $ Non-slip vinyl vs. Armstrong "Fund,~mentais' $ Name of Company Address Telephone Number Signature of individual submitting quote PLEASE RETURN QUOTES BY 11:00 A.M. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 199~, TO: Sarah Bellefuil City of New Hope 4401 Xyloa Avenue North New Hope, MN 55428 The quotes will be considered by the New Hope City Council at the Monday, November 13, 1995 Council meet~n, g. All work is to be completed by April, 1996. · The lowest responsible bidder will be expected to ent~ into a contract with the City to ensure the completion of the work m a timely manner. Payment will be mhd,, by the City upon acceptance of the quality and completion of all the work. ti o~ ,,Jr 34'.0 3[4 %0' fl i !! 166.67-- Utility Plan 6073-6081 Louisiana Avenue North Rew 40 ' ',driveway Scale: 1" = 30' EDA REQUEST FOR ACTION Approved for Agenda Agenda Section EDA /ff;~-9-95. Item No. a~lng Department City Manager Kirk McDonald By: Management Assistant DISCUSSION REGARDING ACQUISITi F MCBRADY PROPERTY AT 7621 BASS LAKE ROAD In January, 1995, Jerry McBrady, owner of the property located at 7621 Bass Lake Road, contacted the City to inquire if the City had an interest in acquiring his property for potential future redevelopment purposes. The property is a large 32,000 square foot parcel located at the end of the Bass Lake Rdad Extension and is the key pamel related to any future redevelopment in the area. The City had the property appraised by BCL Appraisals and the Fair Market Value was determined to be $78,000. The City submitted a Purchase Agreement to McBrady's for this amount and the offer was rejected. The property owners had their own appraisal completed, which indicated the Fair Market Value t.o be $119,000. The McBrady's counter-offered with a $110,000 offer. The City had a review appraisal completed which upheld the original value. Staff recently met with the property owners to determine if there was a negotiated agreement that could be reached. The property owner indicated that they felt the property had a value of more than $78,000 due to the large size of the parcel. They agreed to reduce their counter-offer to $90,000, per the enclosed letter. Staff requests to discuss this counter-offer with the EDA. If the City proceeds to acquire the property, it would be pumhased on a scattered site housing program basis and no relocation costs would be paid. The owners have vacated the property. The existing dwelling would be demolished and ,the property would be left vacant. Funding for acquisition/ demolition would be with TIF and CDBG funds. MOTION BY SECOND BY Finance: RFA-O01 McBRADY PROPERTY TIMELINE OF EVENTS (7621 Bass Lake Road) January 1, 1995 February 13, 1995 May 3, 1995 May 8, 1995 May 24, 1995 June 12, 1995 June 28, 1995 July 5, 1995 luly 24, 1995 August 1, 1995 August 4, 1995 August 7, 1995 August 14, 1995 August 24, 1995 August 28, 1995 October 4, 1995 McBrady sends letter to City inquiring about City interest in property. Staff discusses redevelopment potential with Council. Neighborhood 'meeting conducted. City Council authorizes appraisal of property. Appraisal received with "Fair Market Value" of $78,000. Appraisal presented to EDA and EDA authorizes negotiations. Staff meets with McBrady. McBrady reques~ consideration on larger than normal lot. City sends Purcha~ Agreement to McBrady for $78,000 after discussing "over-sized lot' issue with appraiser. Relocation Consultant hire. Meet with McBradys. Review Appraisal completed by Hennepin County COilfirming value of $78,000. McBrady has own appraisal completed, "Fair Market Value' at $119,000. McBradys reject EDA's offer of $78,000 and counter-offer at $110,000. EDA expresses concerns about project relocation costs. BCL Appraisals completes review of Ho&er appraisal stating that $119,000 value is excessive. EDA repeals project. Staff meets with McBradys to negotiate on property; McBradys reduced their counter offer to $90,000. January 1, 1995 Mr. Dan Donahue New Hope C~ty Manager 4401Xylon Ave. N. New Hope, MN Dear Mr. Donahue, In the spring of 1994 I sent a letter to Doug Sandstad regarding my property at 7621 Bass Lake Road in New Hope. I expressed~ interest in possibly subdividing our rather large lot. Another possibility I am considering right now is selling the property altogether and was wondering if the city might be interested in purchasing my property. If you would like to discuss this matter with me, please feel free to contact me at 537-7912. cc: Doug Sandstad Sincerely, · - . Com_mcrcial .. _J,, Sumter ,~enue A . ]_~ew Hope ~ ~ ystal.'--'.' EDA REQUEST FOR ACTION Approved for Agenda Agenda EDA -95_ ~ Item No. Originating Department City Manager Kirk McDonald By: Management Assistant DISCUSSION REGARDING REQUEST FOR/~TAX INCREMENT FINANCING ASSISTANCE FOR CAR-X/PUD DEVELOPMENT AT 7180 42ND AVENUE NORTH David Lasky, owner of the property at 7180 42nd Avenue, has submitted the attached letter requesting 'consideration of $200,000 in tax increment financing assistance for a proposed Car-X/PUD at the northeast comer of 42nd and Nevada Avenues. Staff is seeking direction from the EDA on this request. Lasky submitted an application that was considered at the September 5th Planning Commission meeting for Concept Stage Planned Unit Development (PUD) approval to allow the construction of a 4,235 square foot Car=X Muffler facility on 42nd Avenue. There is currently a 4,400 square foot building containing "G.I. Joe Surplus" and "Down On 42nd Avenue" stores on the property, thus the PUD application to allow two buildings on one parcel of land. Due to the fact that the plans were incomplete and did not address a number of staff concerns, the Planning Commi.~sion tabled the request to their October meeting. Lasky is continuing to revise the plans ~ has requested that his application be tabled until the November Planning Commission meeting. If the Concept Stage PUD were approved by the Commission and Council in November, he would then need to proceed through the Development/Final Stages of the PUD process. Issues that the EDA should take into consideration when considering thi., request include: · Do the plans for the development meet the criteria of the City? · Is the property unique in that it may not be developed without TIF assistance? · The developer needs to submit detailed development costs to the City so a determination can be made as to what expenses are eligible for TIF assistance and what amount of increment will be generated by the development. · Under a new Minnesota law, the developer must establish that the development will create a net increase in jobs to qualify for the assistance. .' Staff recommends that the request be tabled until the time that the Concept Stage development plans are presented to the Council and requests that the EDA provide direction as to whether they want staff to begin analyzing this request. MOTION BY SECOND BY Review: Admlnistmt~n: Finance: RFA-O01 ~;EYAVENUE SOUTH · ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA55416 · PHONE (612) 922-3334or377-1167 Mr. Dan Donahue, City Manager City of New Hope 4401 Xylon Ave. N. New Hope, MN. 55425 Sept. 20, 1995 re= 7180 42nd Ave. N. Car-X development Dear Mr. Donahue: As you know, I am trying to put together a P~D project on the property at 7180 42nd Ave. N. This property has been under- utilized for many years. After much marketing, we finally have & tenant, Car-X. We are sure this project will be of benefit =~ all partiel involved, including ~he City of New Hope. The building site has a n,,-~er of elements that make development more difficult and expensive, one of which is ~he 12 foot drop in elevation from south to north on the property. During the irst talks with Car-X, a budget for rental was establish based on the preliminary data we had. Because of the high cost of grading, filling and developing the site, our costs have risen above expectations. Added to this has been ~- enormous amount of landscaping and other re~uirments that the Planning Commismion has asked us to incorporate. As a result of all of the above items, wa are substanially over budget to do the development. A~ this time, I would like to request a Tax Incriment Financing gran~ of $200,000. so that the plans can move ahead and become a reality. The funds, if granted, will be used for site development. For these reasons, we need TIF to mmke this development work within & budge~ tha~ makes rental to Car-X possible. Once the project is completed, we anticipate that it will double the real estate tax return on the property. I look forward to hearing ~romyou soon. Sincerely, David Lasky ~ COUNCIL REQIJF T FOR ACTION Approved for Agenda Agenda Section Consent .~10-23-95 Item No. Originating Department City Manager Kirk McDonald Management Assistant RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING BURN ~ GREEMENT W~TH NAVARRE CORPORATION FOR The City has received a request from Navarre Corporation to allow the Fire Department to burn the old ,./acobwith .h, ouse a! 755.0 4.9tl}. Avenue: Nav.ar~.. Corporation purchased the Jacobwith property in 1994, nave recemiy purcnasea ~e Hoyt Outlot A behind the Jacobwith house, and are planning on expanding their new facility next year. Their letter also requests the City's help in the removal of the debris or other clean up after the bum. The Fire Department desires to utilize the site for test bum and training exercises over the next several months. The Fire Chief, Community Development staff and City Attorney met to discuss this request and the City Attorney has prepared the enclosed "Agreement to Raze!' for Council consideration. The terms of the agreement include the following: · Owner consents to demolition of building. · Owner obtains burning permit. The $500 permit fee may be waived by the Council if it is determined that the training value exceeds the value of the permit fee (Staff recommends that the fee be waived). · Owner pays all asbestos impection/removal costs or provides documentation that asbestos has been inspected/removed. · City will raze the building by a supervised fire to be scheduled w{th the mutual consent of the owner and the City. The fire will occur no later than April 1, 1996. · Owner is responsible for disconnection of all utilities to the building. · Owner is responsible for removal of all remaining debris at the property within 30 days after the completion of all training exercises. · Owner agrees to fill and compact the basement of the structure at the property. Owner shall construct a fence around the basement to prevent trespassers on the property during the period of time the basement is not filled. Staff finds that this would be a good site to conduct Fire Department training exercises and recommends approval of the resoltition authori~ng the Bum Agreement with Navarre Corporation. Staff further recommends that the $500 fee be waived. MOTION BY TO: SECOND BY Review: .a~rmn!-_~ratlon: Finance: RFA-O01 AGREEMENT TO RAZE SINGLE FAMILY STRUCTURE AT 7550 49TH AVENUE NORTH Parties. The parties to this Agreement are the Navarre Corporation, a Minnesota corporation (hereafter Owner) and the City of New Hope (hereafter City)· Purpose· The purpose of this Agreement is to establish terms by which Owner's property commonly known as 7550 49th Avenue North located in the City shall be razed by a supervised fire. The legal description of the property is as follows: The South 300 feet of the West 160 feet of the Southeast ~ of the Northwest ~, except street of Section 8, Township 118, Range 21, Hennepin County, MinneSota. Consideration. The Owner agrees that the structure located on said property is a substandard building. Owner further consents to the demolition of this building by the City pursuant to Minn. Stat. Section 463.151 and represents to the City that Owner is the sole owner and/or lien holder of record and that the building is vacant. Payment of Costs and Exmenses. Owner agrees that it will pay the City the following costs and expenses in connection with the demolition of this property: Burning Permit. Owner agrees to make. application for a burning permit required by New Home Code section 9.091. The $500.00 permit fee may be waived by the City if the City in its sole discretion concludes the training value for New Hope fire fighters in burning the building exceeds the value of the permit fee. All inspection costs incurred by the City prior to the burn to insure asbestos is not present in the structure and all costs necessary to remove any asbestos prior to the burn. Property owner agrees to pay the asbestos inspection costs regardless of whether the burn occurs· In lieu of this inspection, the property owner may provide the City with documentation that asbestos has been inspected for and removed. In the City's sole discretion, it may waive this inspection requirement if adequate documentation is provided indicating the existence, or lack thereof, of asbestos and its removal prior to the burn. T~e property owner further agrees if the costs are not paid within 30 days after notification by the City to the property owner that said costs are due, the City may charge said costs against the real estate as provided by Minn. Stat. §§463.151 and 463.21. In the event the costs are specially assessed against the real estate the costs shall be payable in a s~ngie ~nstaliment certified to the real estate taxes payable in the year immediately succeeding the year in which the costs are incurred by the City. The costs shall bear simple interest at 8% immediately upon notification to property owner same are due. Property owner further agrees to waive any right to appeal the amount of said costs, the validity of the special assessment or the procedural regularity of establishing the special assessment against the property including, but not limited to, all notice and public hearing requirements as may be permitted by Minn· Stat. §§429.061 and 429.081. Property owner understands and agrees the City's right to charge costs as a special assessment against the real estate for property owner's non-payment of costs become final upon execution of this agreement. The property owner further agrees that the City shall have all other legal remedies accorded it by Minn. Stat. Chap. 463 or any other legal remedy to enforce this agreement. Obligation of the City. In consideration of and per the te~ms and conditions stated herein, the City will raze the building by a supervised fire. The date of the fire will be scheduled wit~ the mutual consent of the parties hereto. In no event will the fire occur later than April 1, 1996. The City will assume the expenses related to the controlled destruction of fire and will hold harmless the Owner from any and all consequences resulting from said fire. The Owner shall remain fully responsible for all legal consequences involving this property at all times prior to its destruction by fire and after its destruction by fire by the City, and that the City's hold-harmless provision stated herein does not apply to these time periods. Obligation of the Owner. The Owner shall be responsible for the following items. If any cost is associated with these items, payment of said costs shall be.at Owner's sole expense. In th~ event the City is required to pay any costs which.are the Owner's responsibility under this agreement, said costs shall be specially assessed against the property in accordance w~t~ paragraph 4 above. a. Disconnection of all utilities to the building. 2 Removal of all remaining debris at the Property within 30 days notice from the City that all training exercises at the property have been completed by the City· The removal of all debris must fully comply with all federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances governing same, including but not limited to, asbestos, lead base paint and any other hazardous substance existing at the site. Within 60 days after notice from the City that all training exercises at the property have been completed, Owner agrees to. fill and compact the basement of the structure at th® property. During the period of time the basement is not filled Owner shall construct or cause to be placed around the basement a fence of sufficient quality to prevent injury to trespassers or other persons on the property. Owner also agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City including all costs and reasonable attorney's fees, for damages or claims against the City resulting from the Owner's failure to adequately guard against injury to persons resulting from the existence of the open basement after the supervised burn and fire fighting training exercises of the New Hope Fire Department. Merger Clause. This Agreement expresses all agreements between the parties concerning the subject hereof and supersedes all previous understandings in relating hereto, whether ora] or written, and sha]l be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the heirs, administrators,'executors, successors and assigns of the parties hereto. NAVARRE CORPORATION Dated: By Its Dated: CITY OF NEW HOPE By Its Mayor Oat ecl: 8y Its City Manager STATE OF M~NNESOTA ) ) ss. COUNTY OF HENNEPIN ) The foregoing was acknowledged before me this day of , 1995, by of Navarre Corporation, a Minnesota corporation, on behalf of said corporation. Notary Public STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ) ss. COUNTY OF HENNEP[N ) The foregoing was acknowledged before me this day of , 1995, by Edw. J. Erickson and Daniel J. Donahue, the Mayor and City Manager, respectively, of the City of New Hope, a Minnesota municipal corporation, on behalf of said municipal corporation. Notary Public \cnn\navarre N AVA Iq lq -- C 0 II I 0 II · ? I 0 N '~ ?/95 Mr. Kirk McDonald City Management City of New Hope New Hope, MN 55428-4898 Dear Kirk, This is a follow-up letter to the one I sent to Doug Smith concerning our desire to allow the City to bum the old Jacobwith property on 49th Avenue. In my first letter to the City, I requested the City's help in the removal of the debris or other clean up after the bum. We wish to continue our expansion in New Hope as our business grows and appreciate all your efforts. Please let me know the City of New Hope's ability to help while you conduct your bum training. We appreciate your effort and a timely response. Sincerely, Director of Operations cc. Doug Smith 7&OO,.4g'TI,I AVENUE NOI:ITN NEW I'dOPE. ~ SS421 612-S3S-~1~3 ~ -~ZO- 72~-4000 COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION Approved for Agenda Agenda Section Develop~nc and 10-23-95 Planning /~ -' Item No. 8°2 Originating Depa~a~sent Public Works Jeannine Clancy / DISCUSSION REGARD~G WATER TOWER LOCATED AT 47TH AND AQUILA AV'~NE~S, NEWHOPE (IHPROVEHE~tT PROJECT NO. 529) On October 17, 1995, the Joint Water Commission met to discuss the New Hope north water tower located at 47th and Aquila Avenues. The Commission discussed the following options for the tower: Removal of the existing tower and replacement with a 500,000 gallon tank, · Complete removal of the existing lead-based paint, re-painting, and modifications to the existing tower to comply with OSHA standards, or · Overcoating the existing tank, and modifications to comply with OSHA standards. Aider thorough analysis of information provided from the engineering firms of MSA Consulting Engineers and Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, Public Works staffs from Golden Valley, Crystal and New Hope recommended that the Commission authorize preparation of plans and specifications to completely remove the lead-based paint, repaint the existing tower, and make modifications so that the tank complies with OSHA standards. New Hope staff will send correspondence to the neighborhood to update them on the project status. MOTION BY TO: SECOND BY Administration: Finance: RFA-O01 Request for Action New Hope North Water Tower October 23, 1995 The Joint Water Commission intends to implement'the follOwing project schedule: Select Consultant Complete plans and specifications Authorize Bidding Approve Contract Notice to Proceed Complete Renovation December, 1995 March, 1996 March, 1996 April, 1996 May, 1996 Fall, 1996 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT Third Ouarter 1995 Report The Planning Commission reviewed the following cases during the third quarter: No. of Cases Notices Sent July 2 54 August 3 0 September 4 107 Month July Aug. Sept. Type of Request CUP Amend. Comp. Sign Plan Ord. Amend. Sign Code Ord. Amend. Farm Prod. Ord. Amend. Tattoo Ord. Amend. Tattoo Concept Stage PUD CUP-Home Occ. Variance-Sign Number 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 Approved 1 1 1 1 Denied Withdrawn 1 1 1 1 Tabled YEAR TO DATE TOTALS Preliminary Plat CUP Variance SBPR Comp. Sign Plan PUD Ordinance Amendment TOTALS APPROVED DENIED WITHDRAWN TABLED 2 5 1 1 1 --4 _ _ 1 14 3 PLANNING/DEVELOPMENT ISSUES ~~i!ii~iiii~ili~iii~~ - The Plarming Commission approved a request for a conditional use permit to allow a retail drive-through window on the east side of the Kuppenheimer building at their July 11th meeting. The EDA approved a gap financing loan earlier this summer to assist with their acquisition of the building. The City Council approved the CUP request at their July 24th meeting and renovation of the building is currently underway. ~ii~ii~~i~ii~ - The Planning Commission approved an amendment to the Comprehensive Sign Plan to allow signage on Bass Lake Road at the industrial building located at 5701 International Parkway, subject to specific conditions, at their July 11th meeting. The City Council approved the amendmem at their July 24th meeting. 5~ o i~J~i!i~ii~iii~ ' The "Shop New Hope" promotion concluded on July 15th with "Duk Buck" drawings being held at Northwood Park in conjunction with Duk Duk Daze. A survey was sent out as a follow-up to the promotion and the majority of businesses indicated that they felt the promotion was a big success. ~ii.ii.~ - At the July 24th EDA meeting, the EDA authorized Northwest Consultants :omplete a market study for Winnetka Shopping Center to determine how to attract viable businesses to this site. The owner of the center agreed to share the cost for the market study on a 50/50 basis with the City. The study proceeded during the third quarter and included interviews with Building Management, Inc. and a number of other center owners. A preliminary draft of the study will be presented to the City in October. ~!i"~ 'in' jUne 1995, Gill Brothers Funeral Chapels submi~d"a"purchase· agreem~h~"'~63"~ property along with a request for financial assistance and the EDA directed City staff to continue discussions with Gill. At the July 24th EDA meeting, the EDA entered into a 90-day Exclusive Negotiations Agreement with Gill Brothers, which allowed Gill the exclusive right to negotiate a development contract with the City for the 42nd & Nevada Avenues property. Between July and September, Gill Brothers determined total project costs and staff consulted with Bond Counsel to determine which costs were eligible for Tax Increment Financing assistance, as the property is located within the 42nd Avenue Tax Increment District. At the September 25th EDA meeting, the New Hope EDA approved, in concept, a pay-as-you-go tax increment reimbursement for $150,000 for eligible development costs. A final Purchase Agreement and Development Contract will be presented to the New Hope EDA for consideration at the October 9th EDA meeting. If everything proceeds on schedule, Gill Brothers have indicated that they would start construction this fall. ~~ii~i~!iii~~iii~iiii~ili~ - At the July 24th Council meeting, the City Council reduced the Flag Addition Letter of Credit from $10,800.00 to $4,035.20 as the majority of the improvements have been completed with only punch list items remaining. and City Council approved the Preliminary Plat of C.C.I. Addition. The Final Plat was approved at the July 24th Council meeting. The plat combined two parcels and dedicated a large easement to the City for storm water ponding purposes. Planning Commission meeting, the Planning Commission recommended that the City Council consider a minor amendment to the Sign Code that allows more flexibility with wall signage requirements and the Council approved the recommendation at their August 14th meeting. The front wall sign regulations for signs accessory to single occupancy businesses or industrial uses used to allow no more than two signs on the front wall of any principal building, with total area of the signs not to exceed 15 percent of the area of the front face of the principal building in Business Districts and 10 percent in Industrial Districts, provided that the total area of each sign did not exceed 125 square feet. The Council amended the code to now permit the combined total area of both signs to not exceed 250 square feet. In other words, if a business only wants to utilize one front wall sign, it can contain an area up to 250 square feet. Or if a business wants to utilize two signs, the total for the two signs can total 250 square feet. regarding the sale of seasonal produce, City staff and the Codes & Standards Committee studied this issue and drafted an ordinance to allow such sales in the City, subject to certain ~'~. application and licensing requirements. The Planning Commission approved the ordinance at their August 1st meeting. At the August 14th City Council meeting, the Council approved the ordinance establishing regulations for outdoor sales of seasonal farm produce and allowing sales in Business and Industrial Zoning Districts. 10. ~ili~ii ~iiii iii~ii~ - At the August 14th Council meeting, the City Council authorized the release of the $71,400 indemnity bond held to insure that specific PUD improvements were made, as the project has been completed. 11. ~ii~~ii~~ i~~ii~ - At the August 14th City Council meeting, :::::::::: :5::: :: ::::;:::: ::: ::::::::::::::::::::::: ::::::: :: ::: ::5::: ::::::::::::::::::::::: :. :. ::::::::::::::::::::: :: :::::::5 :.-.... :: ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: ============================== .::::::::::::::::::. the Council established a public hearing date of October 9th to consider amending the TIF District and Redevelopment Plans to allow expenditures of TIF funds for possible ice arena expansion. 12. ~:i:i~~:iii:~i:i~i:i:~ - At the September 5th Planning Commission meeting, the Commission approved a request for a home-based pet grooming business, subject to several conditions. The City Council concurred with the Planning Commission at their September 1 lth meeting. The petitioner requested that the Council increase the number of dogs to be groomed per week to 21 and the Council added semi-annual inspections for the first two years rather than an annual inspection. 13. ~}ii?i~iiii~ii~ - At the September 5th Planning Commission meeting, Building Management, Inc., representing Winnetka Center, submitted a proposal for a new ground sign which required five (5) variances from the existing Sign Code. The Commission tabled the request for two months, with the petitioners agreement, and undertook a study of ground sign regulations which will be presented to the Commission in November. The Winnetka Center request will also be reconsidered at that time. 14. ~ii~!~ii~ ' David Lasky submitted a request for Concept Stage PUD approval to allow the construction of a 4,235 square foot Car-X Muffler Shop on property located at 7180 42nd Avenue at the September 5th Planning Commission meeting. There is currently another retail building on the site, therefore the application is to allow two buildings on one parcel of land. After an extensive discussion regarding the lack of details on the plans, the Commission tabled the request until October to provide the petitioner the time to revise the proposal. 15. ordinance regulations governing the operation of tattoo businesses in the City, the Codes & Standards Committee undertook a study of this issue during the summer and developed an ordinance allowing the use in the B-4 Commercial Districts, subject to a number of conditions. The ordinance was presented to/approved by the full Planning Commission at their September 5th meeting. At the September 1 lth City Council meeting, the Council approved the ordinance amending the New Hope Zoning Code by establishing license regulations for tattoo businesses and directed staff to re-evaluate the fee schedule. A revised fee schedule was approved by the Council at the September 25th Council meeting. 16. 17, 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. ~iii~~ii~!~ - The City Council passed a resolution at the September 1 lth ~i~:'~':~'i~':':~~r 25th aS ~00I products/Quadion Corporation Day in the City of New Hope in commemoration of their 50th Anniversary. ~~!i~ii~i~iiii~i~~ii~ii~i~- At the September 25th Council qeeting, the City Council approved a reduction in the Letter of Credit for the Don Harvey 2nd ~dition/Versa Die Cast Development from $215,200 to $5,000, as the majority of the work is completed and only punch list items remain. Following several months of study by the Codes & Standards Committee, the Planning Commission approved an Ordinance Amending Regulations Governing Commercial Recreational Facilities and Pinball Machine, Video Game and Pool Table Licenses at their April 4th meeting. This item was presented to the City Council on April 10th and was tabled for further discussion at a work session. Due to the fact that the six-month moratorium was due to expire on May 28th, at the May 22nd Council meeting the Council extended the termination date on the moratorium for an additional six months. The City Council adopted the ordinance at the September 25th meeting. ~iiiiiiiiii~~iiiiii~ - During the third quarter the lease with Phoenix Manufacturing was finalized regarding their rental of the City-owned building at 7528 42nd Avenue (Foremost, Inc. building) through the end of 1995. ~iiii~.i.i~~ -In June, the New Hope Community Development staff and Building Official published/distributed the fu'st New Hope Business Retention newsletter. The newsletter is an attempt to increase communication between businesses and City officials and includes information on ordinance revisions, available financing, development success stories, etc. It is intended that the newsletter will be published semi-annually. During the third quarter staff prepared the fall issue of the newsletter and it will be mailed to businesses in October. the Letter of Credit on Kimball Addition from $133,500 to $25,000, due to the fact that a majority of the improvements have been completed. ~iii~!i!~~iii~ - In August/September staff coordinated discussions between the City of New Hope and the City of Crystal engineers and staff regarding a PUD development on the Beth E1 Cemetery site and the cemetery adjacent to the site on the south (located in Crystal). A joint staff meeting was conducted on September 21st and additional joint-City meetings will be conducted as this PUD project proceeds. The project will involve the construction of a new chapel building and construction of a new interior road system, entrances and other improvements. ~~8~~?'" .......................... During the third quarter, the Codes & Standards Committee :::~::ii!i ....................... ~i:::::,:::::::ii::::::::::::::::::::: ............................... i i~ - continued to study code changes regarding the regulation of tattoo parlors, minor sign code changes, and establishing an ordinance allowing the seasonal sales of produce. These code revision recommendations were presented to the Planning Commission and City Council during the third quarter. Also being discussed are additional modifications to the Sign Code, modification of Zoning Code regarding suitable boulevard trees, and code changes regarding the location of certain recreational uses in the B-4 District. These issues will be brought before the Planning Commission/Council during the fourth quarter. 24. 25. ~~i.i~~i~.i~~- The EDA approved the City's participation in Phase II of the Community Partners Business Retention Program sponsored by the North Metro Mayors Association at their June 12th meeting. The first phase of the program surveyed all industrial/ commercial/retail businesses in the City regarding their needs and expectations. The six-month Phase II program began July 1st and involves prioritizing recommendations, developing specific action plans and updating the existing data base. The "working group" has been meeting bi- monthly to review the data from the survey and to develop def'med goals and objectives for Phase III of the program. ~~iiiiii~ii.i~- At the beginning of 1995, the Community Development staff and Building Official initiated regular semi-monthly meetings to review/discuss planning/ development/housing issues. The purpose of the "BLT" meetings is to improve coordination between the City Manager's Department and the Inspections Department and to provide better information to persons/businesses inquiring about available buildings/land for development in the City. A log has been established to track all responses to inquiries. This activity continued during the third quarter. Kirk McDonald Management Assistant/Community Development Coordinator PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT Third Quarter 1995 Report City Council Synopsis 7uarter started off with the culmination of the very successful "Shop New Hope" The five-week campaign sponsored by the City and the retail/business community conciucted on July 15th during the Duk Duk Daze celebration, with the grand prize drawings selected and announced prior to the fireworks display. Five New Hope businesses were also chosen as winners of $100 in Duk Bucks during the Star Retailer drawing. A survey was mailed to all participating businesses during July/August and the survey results indicated that many businesses felt the campaign was effective and improved communication between local businesses and the City. Thank you letters were also mailed to all of the Gold Sponsors. Two developments on 42nd Avenue were the main focus of attention during the third quarter as far as new or redeveloped properties are concemed. Universal Color, Inc. received approval for a conditional use permit to allow a retail drive-through window in conjunction with their acquisition of the Kuppenheimer building at 7700 42nd Avenue. Their purchase of the property was finalized during the third quarter and renovations on the building were initiated. The closing on the "gap" financing loan provided by the City to assist with the acquisition/improvements was also completed. A great deal of time was also devoted to the Gill Brothers Funeral Chapel project proposed for the City-owned property at 42nd & Nevada Avenues. In June Gill submitted a purchase offer to the City with a request for financial assistance and in July the EDA entered into a 90-day Exclusive Negotiations Agreement with Gill, which allowed them the exclusive right to negotiate a development contract with the City. During July and September Gill determined total project costs and staff consulted with Bond Counsel to determine which costs were eligible for TIF assistance. In September, the EDA approved, in concept, a pay-as-you-go TIF reimbursement of $150,000 for eligible development costs. During the fourth quarter staff will be compiling the development agreement, finalizing the purchase agreement and presenting building plans to the Planning Commission and Council for approval. Several important City Zoning Code amendments were also researched, drafted and approved during the third quarter. The Codes & Standards Committee/Planning Commission prepared ordinances regarding Seasonal Produce Sales and Regulations of Tattoo Businesses, which were approved by the Council. These two amendments addressed requests that the City had received inquiries about in the past, but which there were no applicable regulations. A minor amendment to the Sign Code regarding wall signs was also approved, the purpose of which is to provide more flexibility to businesses in determining suitable signage. Lastly, the City Council approved revisions to the Pool Hall ordinance, which had been considered by the Planning Commission in April. Work continued on the Market Study for the Winnetka Shopping Center, with extensive interviews being conducted with all shopping center owners/managers in the City. The study will be presented to the Council in the fall. Lastly, several large development projects neared completion with Letters of Credit being reduced or eliminated for the Gethsemane Cemetery PUD development, the Don Harvey 2nd Addition/Versa Die Cast project, and the Kimball Addition residential development. Kirk McDonald, Management Assistant/ Community Development Coordinator HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Third Quarter 1995 Report ~ The New Hope HRA continues to be busy with the management of housing programs and redevelopment activities in the City. Section 8 Rental Assistance Prom'am Currently, the Section 8 Rental Assistance Program is providing assistance to 236 New Hope low income families. This is the same number families that were being served in June. During this same time period in 1994, New Hope was providing assistance to 253 families, so overall the program is serving the fewer families in 1995 as in 1994. The breakdown is as follows: Certificates Vouchers Total July 167 70 237 August 166 71 237 September 165 71 236 The number of housing inspections has increased compared to the same time period in 1994. During the third quarter of 1995 a total of 116 inspections were completed, as compared to 106 for the same time period in 1994. A breakdown of housing unit inspections for the third quarter is contained in the following table: Initial Reinspect Total Year to Date Section 8 72 44 116 199 Community Development Block Grant Program Housing Rehabilitation Program -- Hennepin County manages the Housing Rehabilitation Program for the City and maintains a waiting list. The funds assist low income persons in making basic repairs to homes that they own. Currently there are four residential households in the process of being assisted, zero being rehabilitated and one on the waiting list. At this time all Year XVIII (1992/93) funds have been expended. Approximately $24,684 from Year XIX (1993/94) have been expended or committed and $23,400 out of $26,400 have been committed from Year XX (1994/95) funds. Year XXI CDBG Funds -- During the first quarter, the City submitted Year XXI Urban Hennepin County CDBG program statements. New Hope was allocated $182,816 for Year XXI. During the second quarter the City received an additional $123,326 in program income that can be reprogrammed into other activities. The additional income was generated by the Petro Fund reimbursement for contaminated soils clean-up at 42nd and Nevada Avenues. From these funds, $29,976 will be reprogrammed for the removal of architectural barriers that occurred during the City Hall remodeling, and will effectively close out this debt. The remaining $93,350 will be devoted to scattered site housing activities in New Hope. Scattered Site Housine Pro|ects During the first quarter the City continued to pursue several projects that will be funded by CDBG, MHFA, HOME, EDA and City funds. Projects that use these funds include the following: ~'~a9 51st Avenue North -- During the third quarter, construction was completed on the twin ;:use a buyer had signed a purchase agreement for the unit located at 7909 51st Avenue ;~or'm, the buyer was able to choose the interior colors of his home. City staff chose the colors and accessories for the other unit. Lighting and appliances were also chosen for both units. Once construction of the twin home was complete, a driveway and sidewalks were installed and the property was landscaped. The landscaping plan was designed by Tom Schuster, New Hope City Forester. Bids were sought for the landscaping, and at the July 24th EDA meeting, the EDA accepted the low quote from Wrobleski's Lawn Service. The landscaping was installed the first part of August. The 7909 51st Avenue unit was sold on August 15th. On August 17th, an open house was held to allow neighbors, City staff and the general public an opportunity to view the property. Roughly 100 people visited the property during the open house. During the third quarter, the City signed a purchase agreement for the 7901 51st Avenue unit with Carey Luckeroth. The EDA formally approved the sale on August 14, 1995. A change order in the amount of $767 was also approved on August 14th for additional excavation, footings, block and sandfill. Carey is a first-time home buyer currently living in the Winnetka West handicap apartment units located on 45th Avenue in New Hope. The closing for the 7901 51st Avenue property is October 12, 1995. 6073-6081 Louisiana Avenue North -- The site is a City-owned property that was developed through the purchase and replatting of surrounding properties. In 1993/1994, the City purchased, rehabilitated and sold the property at 7109 62nd Avenue North. As part of that project, the City split off the rear 100 feet of the property due to the depth of the lot. At the same time, the owners of the comer lot located at 7105 62nd Avenue North decided to subdivide their property and sold the rear 100 feet to the City. The City combined both properties to create a new parcel as part of the City's Scattered Site Housing Program. This new lot is roughly 16,600 square feet and faces east toward Crystal Lions Park. During the second quarter, staff developed a budget for the construction of a three bedroom handicap accessible twin home at 6073-6081 Louisiana Avenue. Funds to be used for the project include MHFA, CDBG, and EDA funds and a Metropolitan Council Housing and Redevelopment Authority Housing Assistance Loan in the amount of $125,000. The Housing Assistance Loan will be applied toward the construction of the twin home and will be paid back at the time of sale. During the third quarter, staff worked with Charlie Braun, Equal Access Homes, on expanding the two-bedroom design at 7901-7909 51st Avenue into a three-bedroom twin home. At the August 14th EDA meeting, the EDA approved the concept for the construction of a second handicap accessible twin home. At the September 1 lth EDA meeting, the EDA approved a contract with Equal Access Homes to provide design services for the project. Staff will present the three-bedroom handicap accessible twin home concept to the City Council on October 9th for approval. The three-bedroom design will have similar accessibility features to those present in the two-bedroom unit and will be slab on grade construction. Staff will begin marketing the property once the City Council approves the construction. Construction is projected to begin in mid-November. Care Break Facili~_ -- The New Hope EDA acquired 5501 Boone Avenue North and the northern 75 feet on 5425 Boone Avenue North through the eminent domain/condemnation process, to facilitate the construction of the Care Break Adult Day Care Center to be operated by Senior Outreach Services. Due to the cost of constructing a new facility at 5501 Boone Avenue, Care Break is now interested in purchasing the Homeward Bound site at 4741 Zealand Avenue North and using ~5~r building instead. The City has designated $100,000 (approximately $33,000 per year for three years) in CDBG funds for a future Care Break facility. Originally this money was to go toward land acquisition and construction at 5501 Boone. Because of the change in location, the funds will now be used for remodeling the Homeward Bound facility. Due to the location change, staff is preparing an Environmental Assessment on the Homeward Bound site. The assessment will be completed in the fourth quarter. Because of the time it is taking for the Care Break facility to be completed, the City is reprogramming the 1993 and 1994 CDBG funds dedicated to the project to be used for reimbursement of the removal of architectural barriers. This will close out the program needs for the removal of architectural barriers. The program amount dedicated in 1995 for the Care Break facility will then be increased from $34,000 to $100,000. The 1995 CDBG funds will not have to be used until 1997. Conversion ora Four-plex or Six-plex to Group Home Facilities- During the first quarter, staff toured group homes as part of a study to determine the feasibility of developing a small group home for the special needs population. During the second quarter, staff was awarded HOME funds in the amount of $90,000 to be used toward this project. The City has also committed $90,000 as a zero interest first mortgage for the project. The City is currently looking at two sites for the project: 7621 62nd Avenue North and 7300/7316 Bass Lake Road. The project would require the purchase and conversion of a four-plex or six-plex apartment building. The City has been working with Project for Pride in Living (PPL) and the CHDO to coordinate the project and find a service provider. A Request for Proposals was developed by PPL, approved by the EDA on September 25th, and distributed to service providers. The project will require that the service provider own and manage the property, the CHDO will provide funding, and the City will provide funding and staff support for the project. 6067 West Broadwa~ -- During the third quarter, a HUD owned home located at 6067 West Broadway became available for purchase. Staff originally believed that the property could be rehabilitated and sold to a low/moderate income family, but after visiting the site determined that the home should be demolished. At the July 24th Council meeting, the City Council authorized an appraisal on the property. At the August 28th Council meeting, the Council authorized the purchase of the property. During the fourth quarter, staff will pumhase and demolish the house and make it ready for development. Staff is currently considering either splitting the lot and selling the property to the two adjacent neighbors, building a new home on the site and selling it, or cooperating with Habitat for Humanity on a project. Purchase and Rehabilitation of Two Single Family Homes -- During the past few months staff have been surveying New Hope neighborhoods looking for two homes that are in severe need of rehabilitation. Staff has developed a list of potential sites for redevelopment and will contact the owners to determine if they are interested in selling their home to the City. ~<:hase and rehabilitation of the properties will be funded through HOME, CDBG, and EDA : addition, the City has received a Metropolitan Council Housing and Redevelopment Aamonry Housing Assistance Loan in the amount of $120,000. The Housing Assistance Loan will be applied toward the purchase and rehabilitation of the homes and paid back at the time of sale. Minnesota Housing Finance Agency Grants Community Activity Set-Aside (CASA) Program -- The CHDO has been made the designee of $1 million in mortgage revenue bonds through the MHFA Community Activity Set-Aside (CASA) Program. CASA funds can be used to provide first-time home buyer mortgages to low and moderate income people that are purchasing homes through the CHDO. Marquette Bank New Hope is the designated lender for the mortgage revenue funds. The interest rate for the funds are 6.85 % and are the exclusive use of the CHDO for a period of nine months. Metropolitan Council Grants Metropolitan Council Housing and Redevelopment Authority Housing Assistance Loan -- On February 9th, the City submitted two Metropolitan Council Housing and Redevelopment Authority Housing Assistance Loan applications. One application was for $125,000 for the construction of a three bedroom handicap accessible twin home to be constructed at 6073 Louisiana Avenue North. The second application was for $120,000 for the purchase and rehabilitation of two homes that would be resold to low income families after rehabilitation had been completed. The Housing Assistance Loans are zero interest and must be repaid when the sale of the units are complete. The City presented the applications to the Metro Council Advisory Committee on April 26th and the Metro Council Community Development Committee on May 8th. Both of these committees approved the applications. The Metropolitan Council awarded both of the loan applications requested by the City in May. At the September 25th Council meeting, the City Council approved agreements with the Metropolitan Council for the loan program. MttFA Minnesota City Participation Pro_re'am The MCPP is a program through the MHFA in which the MHFA sells mortgage revenue bonds on behalf of participating cities to meet locally identified housing needs. The proceeds from the bonds provide below-market interest rate mortgage loans for low and moderate income first-time home buyers. The MCPP is a six-month program that begins in July and runs for six months. During the first four months, participating, cities have exclusive use of their individual allotment. During the f'mal two months, the individual allotments go into a statewide pool that is available to all MCPP participating cities. In June, the City applied for the 1995 MCPP program. On July 7th, the City received $449,000 in MCPP first-time home buyer funds for 1995. The funds are available to first-time home buyers until mid-November. At the July 24th Council meeting, the Council approved the City's participation in the program. As of September 29th, $365,000 in MCPP funds were still available. Metropolitan Livable Communities Act The Metropolitan Livable Communities Act was enacted in June by the State Legislature in an attempr-'' to address housing issues in the metropolitan area. The Act also establishes a Metropolitan Livable Communities Fund which consists of three accounts designated to help improve communities and neighborhoods. The funds in these accounts can only be accessed if a City elects to participate in the Livable Communities Act. On September 25th, the City took the first step in participating in the program by passing a resolution electing to participate in the Local Housing Incentives Account Program under the Livable Communities Act. The next step will be to meet with representatives from the Metro Council to discuss and establish housing goals for the City. This will occur during the fourth quarter. After a preliminary evaluation of where New Hope is in regards to its housing situation, the City already meets or exceeds the housing goals outlined by the Metro Council. CO-OP Northwest 1993 HOME Grant -- During the fall of 1993, staff was notified that Hennepin County had approved a $274,100 5-City grant application for Federal HOME funds. New Hope, used $44,000 worth of HOME funds, in conjunction with other grant monies, to acquire and build a handicap accessible twin home at 7901/7909 51st Avenue North. During the first quarter of 1995, the City presented the CHDO Board of Directors with a request for $45,000 for the construction of a three-bedroom handicap accessible twin home to be built at 6073 Louisiana Avenue North and to pumhase/rehabilitate one blighted single-family home to sell to low income buyers. Due to a lack of funds, during the third quarter the CHDO asked the City to forgo the purchase and rehabilitation of a single family home. The money that would have been used for this project was needed by the cities of Crystal, Robbinsdale, and Brooklyn Park for their CHDO projects. 1995 HOME Grant -- In 1995 the CHDO hired Project for Pride in Living (PPL) to act as coordinator for the 1995 HOME grant applications. In April, PPL completed and submitted the 1995 HOME application to Hennepin County. In the grant, New Hope requested $90,000 to convert a four or six-plex into housing for the disabled and to purchase, rehabilitate, and sell two single family homes to low/moderate income first-time home buyers. 5-City Multi-Jurisdictional Housing/Human Services Group -- Staff continues to participate in groups that seek out programs to integrate human services with multi-family housing complexes. Seven action groups have been formed and staff serves on the Planners' Sub-Group and the Housing and Human Services Group. Besides serving on these groups, staff reports to/attends Executive Committee meetings. These groups meet on an informal basis to coordinate housing programs, the annual remodeling fair, the Renters Rights' Forum, and other new initiatives. Project//541, Bass Lake Road Extension Area Redevelooment -- During the first and second quarters, the EDA and staff explored redevelopment possibilities in the Bass Lake Road Extension area. Staff met with residents of the area regarding possible sale of their property to the City and four property owners responded. Appraisals were completed on four of the properties, and on July 24th the EDA authorized staff to negotiate with the owners of 5520 Sumter, 5559 Sumter and 7609 Bass lake Road to purchase their property. Also at the July 24th meeting, the City Attorney informed staff of the need to comply with the Uniform Relocation Act. Therefore, negotiations to purchase the properties was tabled until August. At the July 24th meeting, the EDA accepted a quote from Evergreen Land Services Company for relocation services for this project. At the August 28~ EDA meeting, the EDA repealed this project due to the significant relocation expenses that would be incurred. The purchase agreement for 5559 Sumter was revoked and the appraisals for 5520 Sumter and 7609 Bass lake Road were rejected. The vr~ ~,~ however, may purchase sub-standard properties on a scattered site basis. A purchase agreement :~ed to the EDA for 7609 Bass Lake Road, however the agreement was for $78,500 which the ~red excessive compared with the appraisal of the property and the agreement was rejected. Renters' and Landlords' Forum Staff cooperated with CO-OP Northwest and sponsored a Renters' Rights Forum on May 1st at the Crystal Community Center. Staff cooperated with the group during the third quarter in preparation for a Landlords' Forum to be held the first part of November. Remodeling Fair During the third quarter staff began meeting with other CO-OP Northwest cities to begin planning for the 1996 Remodeling Fair, which will be held in Brooklyn Park in April, 1996. Respectfully submitted, Kirk McDonald Management Assistant/ Community Development Coordinator Sarah Bellefuil Administrative Analyst HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Third Quarter Report .. City Council Synopsis During the third quarter the City continued work on a number of housing and redevelopment activities. Construction and landscaping were completed at 7901/7909 $1st Avenue North. One unit was sold on August 13th and a public hearing was held approving the sale of the second unit in August and a closing on the second property is scheduled for October 12, ~ 995. Construction at the property located at 607,3 Louisiana Avenue North will begin in November, 1995. The concept of constructing a second handicap accessible twin home was approved by the EDA in August and a contract for design services was approved in September. A three- bedroom handicap accessible twin home will be built on the property. The three-bedroom unit will be similar to the two-bedroom twin home built at 51st and Winnetka. Staff will begin marketing the properties in November. The City has received a Metropolitan Council Housing and Redevelopment Authority Housing Assistance Loan in the amount of $125,000 to help finance construction of the twin home. The City is in the process of purchasing a HUD home located at 6067 West Broadway. The house will be tom down and the site will be either divided between the two neighbors or a new home will be built on the site. Staff is also looking at other blighted properties throughout New Hope that could be purchased, rehabilitated, and sold to Iow/moderate income families. City staff will be using a variety of financing sources to purchase and rehabilitate two properties including a $120,000 Metropolitan Council Housing and Redevelopment Authority Housing Assistance Loan and $11,500 in HOME funds. The City Council approved the City's participation in the MCPP Program in July and funds will be provided to first-time home buyers until mid-November. City staff also met with Metropolitan Council representatives on several occasions regarding the new Livable Communities Act and the Council took the first step in participating in the program by passing a resolution electing to participate in the Local Housing Incentives Account Program. Also, a large amount of staff time during the third quarter was devoted to potential redevelopment in the Bass Lake Road Extension area. The project was repealed by the EDA due to excessive relocation costs, however the City will still pursue acquisition on a scattered site basis. Respectfully submitted, Kirk McDonald Management Assistant/ Community Development Coordinator / Sarah Bellefuil t Administrative Analyst HOUSING PROJECTS Third Quarter 1995 Proj.# Project Name Jan- Apr- July August Septembe~ Oct- Mar. June Dec. 505 7901/7909 51st Avenue 7/24 Landscaping contract 8/14 Public Hearing for sale of awarded 7901 51st 8/14 Change Order approved 8/15 Closing held on 7909 51st 519 6073/6081 Louisiana 8/14 EDA approved concept 9/11 EDA approved Design Services Agreement 545 Acquisition/Rehab/Sale 7/24 Council authorizes 8/28 Council authorizes purchase of 6067 West Broadway appraisal ENGINEERING PROJECTS Third Quarter 1995 Report Progress took place on the following major engineering projects during July, August, and September: o ~!~~!~~.).:' - The contract for the bridge reconstruction and for Phase 1 6f t~:e ~t'eet aha storm sewer improvements was awarded at the December 12, 1994 Council meeting to Johnson Brothers Corporation, low bidder on the project, in the amount of $1,299,936.25. Three project bulletins have been sent to residents in the area informing them of the construction progress. A fourth project bulletin was mailed on July 26th to remind residents of total road closure during August and September. At the September 1 lth meeting, Council approved two Change Orders on the project. Change Order No 1 includes modifications to the metal safety railing on the wingwalls to create a safer condition at the top of the wingwalls. Change Order No. 2 included installation of an anti-graffiti coating to the 36th Avenue Railroad Bridge in the amount of $1,778.59. Progress continued on the project during the third quarter and it is anticipated that the road will open at the end of October. clear" letter from the MPCA on June 21st stating that the investigation and cleanup had adequately addressed the petroleum tank release and that additional investigation/cleanup was not required. The Council approved a quote from Agassiz Environmental Systems in the amount of $1,578 to abandon and seal the wells on this property at the June 26th meeting and the wells were sealed in July. ~J~ii~ii~~ ~i~- At the August 28th City Council meeting, the Council approved a resolution declaring costs to be assessed and ordering preparation of proposed assessment in connection with the 1994 Retaining Wall Improvement Project. The public hearing for the assessments was held on September 25th. There were no objections to the assessments and the assessment roll was approved as presented. ~~- Discussions continued 0il ii'"~taff"i~/ei School District and the 45th/Winnetka sign agreement with Wirmetka Center. At the May 22nd City Council meeting, the Council discussed the request from the contractor for additional monies to complete the landscaping on this project, which was to be completed this spring. The recommendation from staff was to re-bid the remaining work, which was done. Also discussed at the May 22nd meeting was the proposed clock tower. Council will continue to discuss this project at a future work session. During the third quarter, the City continued to work with the landscape architect on a revised plan for the School District comer. The plan will be submitted to the School District for review and presented to the Council during the fourth quarter. ~iiiii~!i!i~- At the July 24th City Council meeting, the Council approved the Certificate of Acceptance for Honeywell Municipal Services Program. ~J~ii~iii~i:~:i~ii~ - There was a considerable amount of Council and staff time devoted to this project during the first three quarters. The bid was awarded to the low bidder, Hardrives, Inc., in the amount of $887,828 with Option B, which calls for the reclamation of the existing bituminous surface to be used in the project. The project construction started on May 15th and proceeded on schedule through the third quarter. The City Council approved Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $32,617 at the June 26th Council meeting for additional storm sewer work. At the o August 28th meeting, the property owner at 8648 32nd Place submitted a petition to the City to have street improvements made in front of the prope~ as pa/t of the Crystal Street Improvement Project. The Council adopted a resolution determining validity of petition for local improvement and authorizing construction of improvement known as the Winnetlm Hills Street Reconstruction Project. <:¢?'~!ii}{i ii~:.__ ii{~ii~iiil - During the first quarter, the Council the Feasibility Report, approved plans and specifications, conducted a public hearing, aaverused for and opened bids, awarded the contract for the street improvements and approved the revised Conditions of Approval. Pre-construction meetings were held in April. A project bulletin was sent to area residents on May 26th. Construction on the City's portion of the work (street, parking lot and utility improvements) started on June 3rd and the majority of the construction was completed by the end of September. At the June 26th City Council meeting, the Council approved Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $19,660.50 for street section improvements near New Hope Elementary due to poor soil and drainage conditions.' On September 25th the City Council approved a resolution accepting an easement from Homeward Bound to allow the construction of a sidewalk on the north side of 47th Avenue. ~i{~ii~~i~ - At the June 26th City Council meeting, the Council approved plans and specifications for seven properties as follows: 1. 5960 Hillsboro Avenue - overland drainage 2. 4808 Decatur Avenue - storm sewer construction 3. 8139 47th Avenue - overland drainage or storm sewer construction 4. 4709 Utah Avenue - storm sewer construction 5. 4649 Rhode Island Avenue - storm sewer construction 6. 8040 60th Avenue - lower existing catch basin in backyard 7. 4964 Xylon Avenue - add catch basin structure in backyard Staff mailed all impacted property owners a letter advising them about the status of the projects and requested the necessary temporary/permanent easements. Easement Agreements were sent to 34 residents involved with this project, either identified project properties or adjoining properties and all agreements were executed and returned. The bid opening was held on July 21st, and at the July 24th Council meeting, the City Council awarded the bid to Sunram Construction, the low bidder, in the amount of $75,518. A pre-construction meeting was held on August 8th. A project bulletin was mailed on August 1 lth to all properties impacted by the project. The project on 47th Avenue was completed first due to the fact that it is near the Cooper High School Street Project area. report of the 3-City Joint Water Commission Water System Analysis was presented and accepted. The results of the study indicated the system is in good shape, however, certain upgrades are necessary. One recommended improvement would be to replace the north water tower located at 47th & Aquila with a new one million gallon water tower. The City's share (1/3) is estimated at $330,000 for the new water tower. The Council reviewed this recommendation at a spring work session and suggested that a neighborhood meeting be held with residents. A neighborhood meeting was conducted on May 15th. During the third quarter City staff and the Joint Water Commission continued to evaluate whether the tower needs to be removed/repaired/replaced. The major issue is whether it is more cost effective to rehabilitate the existing tower vs. construct a new tower. A consultant specializing in water tanks analysis continued to evaluate these alternatives during the third quarter. A decision will probably be made before the end of the year. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. ~ii~;i!ii!~!iiii~!iiii - During the fourth quarter of 1994, the Parks & Recreation staff met with the City Engineer and the baseball coach from Armstrong High School to discuss needed improvements to the field, as grading, irrigation and lighting improvements programmed for 1995. Some initial surveying work was completed by the City Engineer on th~ project during the first quarter. During the second quarter the City Council approved plans and specifications and called for bids for replacement lighting and grading. The contracts were awarded to: Hamelwood for grading in the amount of $91,815.80 and Killmer Electric for lighting in the amount of $57,980 (Iow bidders). Also during the second quarter, the Council accepted an at 4921 Boone Avenue in order expand the distance from the backstop to home plate and thanked Boone Partnership for their donation of the easement to the City. The improvements at Lighted Ballfield proceeded during the third quarter, including installation of a new irrigation system, new lighting, the rebuilding/grading of field, and installation of storm sewer and new fencing. The plans include the field being playable next spring. New dugouts will be constructed this fall/winter. a recommendation at the end of 1994 that Northwood Park be named the site for new play equipment in 1995 and this recommendation was approved by the Council in January 1995. On February 21st a meeting was conducted by the Park and Recreation Department with neighbors to determine equipment needs and discuss plans. At the March 13th Council meeting, plans and specifications were approved and advertisement for bids was authorized. At the March 27th Council meeting, the contract for the equipment was awarded to Odland Construction, Iow bidder, in the amount of $61,614. During the second quarter, the majority of work on this project was completed with two play areas being constructed: one for children ages 1 - 6 and one for children ages 6 - 12. The project was completed in mid-July. representatives from Bonestroo & Associates and reviewed the cracked pipe in the main pool and overall baby pool operations. During the second quarter, the leak in the main pool was repaired and it will be re-examined at the end of the season. A leak was also discovered in the baby pool and the engineer and subcontractor investigated the problem. In August, City staff and the subcontractor identified the leak in the small pool in a piece of play equipment and it will be plugged prior to start- up next spring. In September, a small portion of the large pool was excavated in preparation of repairing the leak. The leak will be repaired yet this fall. ~i~ii~iii~~ - The City Council approved plans and specifications for park shelter roof repairs at these parks at the March 27th Council meeting. Bids were opened on April 4th and the contract was awarded to Hunerberg Construction in the amount of $21,050 at the April 10th City Council meeting. Approval was given at the June 26th City Council meeting for f'mal payment to Hunerberg Construction in the amount of $21,395. Final payment was made in July after receipt of final paperwork and cortfn'mation that there were no roof leaks. ~iii~ii~ii~ ' At the May 22nd City Council meeting, the Council approved plans and specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for 1995 Basketball and Tennis Court Improvements. Bids were opened on June 12th and presented to the City Council on June 12th. The contract was awarded to Barber Construction, low bidder, in the amount of $68,056. The resurfacing of three tennis courts at Hidden Valley Park and two courts at Lions Park was completed in July and August. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. ~_i.~}!!~!~!!!!~~!~!!~!~!~- At the July 24th City Council meeting, the Council authorized staff to proceed with the preparation/submital of two grants under the new "Mighty Ducks" legislation: one for the addition of a second sheet of ice at the existing New Hope Ice Arena and one for renovations to the existing facility. Staff proceeded to assemble the applications in August and Se!0tember and obtained letters of support from the NHPAA, School District No. 281 and Hennepin Financial data, economic impact information and other planning/site plan documents were red. At the September 25th Council meeting, the Council passed a resolution that authorized ~ ~ ~. ~.~ation of plans and specifications for the addition of a second sheet of ice and also resolutions that authorized the submittal of the two grant applications. Staff submitted the grants to the Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission and grant awards will be announced before the end of the year. At the April 10th City Council meeting, the Council approved an agreement with NSP to remove old and install new underground electrical service on the south side of 42nd Avenue between Boone and Winnetka Avenues. In June, staff met with NSP and Gethsemane Cemetery officials to further discuss this project. In August, staff and the City Engineer met with Hennepin County Public Works officials to explain the plans, discuss f'mancing and review the County's policy regarding project participation. Following the meeting, the City Council approved a resolution at the August 28th meeting supporting the 42nd/Xylon Avenue/Gethsemane Cemetery entrance/intersection upgrade and encouraging Hennepin County to participate in the project. The resolution was sent to the County, who is continuing to review the project. Council deleted Area 1 from Project #521 and initiated a separate project for this area. On May 8th, the Council provided for a public hearing to be held at the May 22nd Council meeting. At the May 22nd Council meeting, the Council conducted the public hearing and approved a resolution Ordering construction and ratifying preparation of and approval of f'mal plans and specifications. The bid opening for the 1995 Street Improvements - Area 1 was on June 23rd and the contract was awarded to the low bidder, Hardrives, Inc., in the amount of $349,904.40 at the June 26th Council meeting. A pre-construction meeting was held on July 12th before construction got underway. A project bulletin was mailed to all residents in the project area on July 27th, as the project got underway. Construction proceeded on schedule through August and September with the majority of work to be completed in October. ~.j..~:i:i~!i:}:i~i:i:~ili~ - At the August 14th City Council meeting, the Council authorized staff to proceed with development of a programming report for the proposed remodeling of the Public Works facility. The cost of architectural and engineering services provided by Bonestroo is estimated at $7,500. City Council approved a resolution ordering preparation of plans and specifications at their July 24th meeting. At the August 28th meeting, the Council approved the plans and specifications and authorized advertisement for bids. At the September 1 lth Council meeting an increase in the quarterly Storm Water Utility charge was approved to assist with the financing of City-wide storm/surface water improvement projects. Besides the construction of a storm water pond at 4400 Quebec Avenue, the project will also include improvements to the Municipal Golf Course. The improvements at the Golf Course will include dredging the pond along hole No. 9, bank stabilization, storm sewer repair, modification of the Meadow Lake outlet structure and the regrading of Fairway No. 9. Extra fill materials from the project may be utilized to construct a berm at Sunnyside Park and adjacent neighbors will be kept informed via project bulletins. 20. i.:::::::::i!~!~?~i~iiii~i~i~iiii~:.~- At the August 28th City Council meeting, the Council approved plans and specifications and authorized bids for City Hall Re-Roof Project. There were no signs of problems or leaks in the roof until late in the Phase II City Hall Remodeling Project, therefore it w:~ not included in the original specifications. At the September 25th Council meeting, bids were presented and the Council awarded the bid to All Systems Roof'mg, Iow bidder, in the amount of $18,660. The project will get underway sometime this fall. Kirk McDonald Management Assistant/ Community Development Coordinator ENGINEERING Third Quarter 1995 Report City Council Synopsis Work continued on three major engineering/construction projects during the third quarter, with all projects on schedule and nearing completion. '~inued on schedule on the 36th Avenue Railroad Bridge and Phase f of the Street ~ction Project. The bridge was constructed in 1925 and was in need of major repair, with ~ne major c~eficiency being the safety hazard posed by the inadequate roadway width between the existing concrete piers. Phase I of the project includes construction of a new railroad bridge and street/utility work approximately 250 feet either side of the bridge. The span between the new bridge abutments will be 70 feet and will accommodate a #8-foot wide roadway, a 5-foot wide sidewalk on each side and a 6-foot wide boulevard. Construction was started in March and the City is striving to keep residents/businesses in the area informed of the project via project bulletins. Two additional bulletins were mailed during the third quarter. Work on the footings, abutments and wing walls was completed in July, at which time 36th Avenue was permanently closed for the erection of the steel for the new bridge. Utility and street construction work proceeded during the third quarter and the Council approved several minor change orders. It is anticipated that 36th Avenue will be re-opened at the end of October. Work also proceeded on the Cooper High School Street and Parking Lot Improvements during the third quarter. The City's contract includes all street, parking lot and utility improvements, with 47th Avenue being extended between Winnetka and Boone Avenues and Zealand Avenue being reconstructed into a cul-de-sac. Staff continued to respond to many phone calls regarding the building of the berm. The City's portion of the project fell several weeks behind schedule due to some heavy rains and the heat wave, but all work was essentially completed by the end of September. The 1995 Street and Storm Sewer Improvement Project also proceeded during the third quarter with the project being divided into two project areas. Bids for the street work in Area 2 (all streets excluding Rhode Island, Quebec, and 60th and 61st Avenues) were opened and the contract awarded in April. The pre-construction meeting was held in May and the first project bulletin was mailed in May, just prior to the start of construction. This port/on of.the project was essentially completed by the end of September. The Council deleted Area I (Rhode Island, Quebec, and 60th and 61st Avenues) from the initial project in April and initiated a separate project. A new public hearing was conducted and plans and specifications approved in May. During June bids were received and the contract was awarded at the end of June. This project got underway near the end of July and a majority of the construction was completed by the end of September. Throughout the third quarter staff responded to numerous calls regarding the projecL Besides these three major projects, work was completed on the City. Wide Retaining Wall Project and the assessment hearing was conducted with no objections. Work also was nearly completed on seven Backyard Drainage Improvement Projects, with easements being obtained from all impacted property owners. Plans and specifications were approved for storm water ponding improvements on Quebec Avenue and the Municipal Golf Course and an informational meeting was conducted in August with residents of the Meadow Lake neighborhood regarding water quality improvements. Lastly, the City initiated discussions with Hennepin County and Gethsemane Cemetery officials on a new future entrance/ intersection at Rockford Road and Xylon Avenue. The major park improvement project during this quarter was Grading and Lighting Improvements for Lighted Field on 49th Avenue. The improvements include the installation of a new irrigation system, new lighting, the rebuilding/grading of the field, and installation of a storm sewer and new fencing. Another major Park & Rec engineering project accomplished during the third quarter was the submittal of two grants for Ice Arena expansion/improvements under the new "Mighty Ducks" legislation. With all of the street, park and other miscellaneous improvements under construction or in the planning stages, a number of engineering project goals and objectives were met during the third quarter of 1995. Respectfully submitted, ~.~ Kirk McDonald Management Assistant/ Community Development Coordinator ENGINEERING PROJECTS Third Quarter 1995 Proj.# Project Name Jan- Apr- July August aiber Oct- Mar. June Dec. 437 RR Bridge - 36th Avenue 7/26 Project Bulletin mailed 9/11 Change Order # 1 approved (safety railing) 9/11 Change Order #2 approved (anti-graffiti coating) Construction continued 462 42nd/Nevada Ave (Ground- Wells sealed water & Soil Cleanup) 469 Retaining Walls 8/28 Resolution Ordering 9/25 Assessment Hearing held Preparation of Assessment Roll & Assessment Roll adopted & set public hearing date 507 42ndAve. Landscape/Maint. Remaining work rebid and landscape architect 'to District comer. completed. Staff works with develop develop School 521 1995 Street Improvements 8/28 Council approves petition (Area 2) for Winnetka Hills Project Construction on New Hope 'Project continues 527 Cooper Street Improvements Construction underway 9/25 Homeward Bound grants easement for sidwalk construction 528 1995 Backyard Drainage Easement Documents mailed 8/8 Pre-construction meeting Project continues 7/21 Bid Opening held 7/24 Council awards bid 8/11 Project Bulletin mailed Project starts 529 47th Ave. Water Tower Joint Water Commission continued to evaluate rehabilitation vs. new construction 530 Lighted Field Improvements Construction on project proceeds 531 Northwood Park Play Equip. Project completed Proj.# Project Name Jan- Apr- July August September Oct- Mar. June Dec. 532 1995 Municipal Swim. Pool Leak in small pool identified - to Leak in large pool identified & be repaired in spring excavation took place - to be repaired this fall 534 Park Shelter Roof Repair Final payment made Civic Center/Little Acre 535 Court Remodeling Project is completed at Hidden Valley and Lions Parks Begin Park 536 Ice Arena Expansion 7/24 NHPAA makes Council Preparation of grants (second 9/25 Council authorizes presentation sheet of ice and renovation) preparation of plans & 7/24 Council directs staff to specifications and submittal of proceed with preparation of two grant applications ~Mighty Ducks" grants 538 42nd Avenue Street Lights Refer to Project No. 547 540 1995 Street Improvement - Area I 7/12 Pre-construction meeting Project proceeds on schedule held 7/26 Project Bulletin mailed to all residents in project area Project starts 542 Public Works Remodeling 8/14 Council authorizes programming report 543 Demolition of Old Fire Station Staff meeting held to discuss future demolition 544 Storm Water Ponding at Golf 7/24 Council authorizes 8/28 Council approves plans & 9/11 Council approves increase Course & 4400 Quebec preparation of plans & specifications & authorizes in Storm Water Utility Fund specifications bidding quarterly charge 546 City Hail Re-Roof 8/28 Council approves plans & 9/25 Council awards contract specifications and authorizes for project bidding Proj.# Project Name Jan- Apr- July August ~;cptember Oct- Mar. June Dec. 547 42nd/Xylon Ave. Intersection Staff meets with Hennepin Upgrade (Cemetery Entrance) County officials 8/28 Council passes resolution supporting upgrade and requests County participation DRAFT 1996 PLANNING COMMISSION SCHEDULE Application Delivered to Paper Design & Review Published on Revised Plan P.C. Public Council Public Submitted - Noon 3:30 p.m. Deadline Hearing - 7 p.m. Hearing - 7 p.m. Dec. 8, 1995 Dec. 14, 1995 Dec. 14, 1995 Dec. 20, 1995 Dec. 22, 1995 January 2 January 8 January 12 January 18 January 18 January 24 January 26 February 6 February 12 February 9 February 15 February 15 February 21 February 23 Mom March 4 March 11 March 8 March 14 March 14 March 20 March 22 April 2 April 8 April 12 April 18 April 18 April 24 April 26 May 7 May 13 May 10 May 16 May 16 May 22 May 24 June 4 June 10 June 7 June 13 June 13 June 19 June 21 July 2 (if meeting July 22 is needed) July 12 July 18 July 18 July 24 July 26 August 6 August 12 August 9 August 15 August 15 August 21 August 23 September 3 September 9 September 6 September 12 September 12 September 18 September 20 October '1 October 14 October 11 October 17 October 17 October 23 October 25 'Mon. November 4 November 11 November 8 November 14 November 14 November 20 November 22 December 3 December 9 TYPE OF REQUEST BASIC ZONING FEE ZONING DEPOSIT B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (minor residential) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (all others) REZONING/TEXT AMENDMENT VARIANCES (single family residential) VARIANCES (all others) PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION AND PLATTING SITE AND BUILDING PLAN REVIEW COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PLAN $75* $225* $250* $75* $175' $500* $225* $150 $40 None, or as required by Manager $225, or as required by Manager $250, or as required by Manager None, or as required by Manager $175, or as required by Manager $250, or as required by Manager As required by Manager As required by Manager Highhghts Bener men'o plann g · -- ~ · - r w A new bw allows the Chanhas~n Park and A new state [aw ts mien ed to better coo - became la . dinate planning and development across the The law was sponsored by Rep. Myron Recreation Department to be the first city to T~vin Cities metropolitan region. Orfield (DFL-MpLS) and Sen. Carol Flynn purchase playground equipment based on the Effectwe Aug. 1, 1995, cities, counties, and tOWnS within the sevenrcounty metro- politan area must review and update their comprehensive plans by December 1998. Each will then have to repeat the process every 10 years. (The final plans are then to be submitted to the Metropolitan Council.) A comprehensive plan serves as a develop- ment and planning blueprint for a local gov- ernment. Plans include a section stating how the government's planned land use and its urban services, such as sewer service, would affect adjoining communities. ' The law will not allow local governments to adopt zoning ordinances which conflict with their comprehensive pla. ns. , The zoning guide laid out in the plans, however, can be amended by a two-third majority vote of the local governmental unit's governing body. Currently, if a government's zoning ordi- nance differs from its comprehensive plan, the zoning ordinance supersedes the plan. The measure was sponsored by Rep. Dee Long (DFL-Mpls) and Sen. Ted Mondale (DFL-St. Louis Park). HF833*/SF841/CH176 Status quo for Met Council pay The Metropolitan Council can't use money from the sale of bonds to buy uniforms for bus drivers, under a new law. The law makes mostly techmcal changes to the council and its operations, but also says uniforms are not to be considered a capital expenditure. It is effective June 2, 1995. Without the provision, $750,000 could have been spent to buy new uniforms for the more than 1,000 Metropolitan Council Tran- sit Operations (formerly MTC) bus drivers. The law also deletes a requirement that the council submit salary recommendations for council members to the Legislature. The House voted overwhelmingly (106- 20) to cut council salaries this year. The vote was to slash the salary for the chair of the Metropolitan Council from $52,500 per year to $29,657 -- the same pay lawmakers re- ceive. And it would have trimmed Metropoli- tan Council members' salaries from $20,000 per year to $6,000. (DFL-Mpls). HF585/SF281 */CH236 Medical exan~iner duties The Hennepin County medical examiner no longer must destroy firearms involved in the accidental death or suicide of an indi- vidual, under a new law. The law allows the medical examiner sim- ply to turn over these firearms to the law enforcement agency that handled the inves- tigation of the death. Firearms involved in an accidental death or suicide accompany the body of a deceased person to the medical examiner's office. A 1994 law required the medical examiner's office to destroy firearms that came into its possession. Previously, firearms were auc- tioned off along with other petsonal property unclaimed by the next of kin, according to Dr. Kathryn Berg, assistant chief medical examiner for Hennepin County. The new law also requires that before a body that has not undergone an autopsy can be cremated, the medical examiner must examine the body and sign an approval form. This is existing policy o f the Hermepin County medical examiner's office. The law becomes effective upon approval by the Hennepin County Board of Commis- sioners. Hennepin County is the only county in Minnesota that has been authorized by state law to create an office of medical examiner. Other counties have elected or appointed coroners who investigate certain deaths, or have appointed medical examiners, who are generally medical doctors certified as pa- thologists. · The legislation was sponsored by Rep. Steve Kelley (DFL-Hopkins) and Sen. Don Betzold (DFL-Fridley). HF1553/SF1209*/CH89 amount and quality of equipment offered. Under the law, the city may exempt play- ground equipment from state competitive biddinglaws. Chanhassen will undertake the new method of bu)qng equipment on a two- year trialbasis, ~aid Todd Hoffman, the city's park and recreation director. Currently, when submitting bids for the new slides, jungle gyms, and so forth, Chanhassen, like all cities, must prepare bid specifications outlining the specific equip- ment the department wants and how much it is willing to spend. 'You prepare the specifications, but you get five different bid proposals because play- ground equipment is all different and no one can give you specifically what you've asked for,' Hoffman said. Because state law mandates cities accept the lowest bid, they often must go with the mann facturer providing cheaply made items, Hoffman said. The new law will allow bas city to submit open bids to playground equipment vendors. 'So we'll say 'what can you give us for $75,000' and we'll go with the one which offers us the most and the best equipment," Hoffman said. The cit~, council must approve all pur- chases. Hoffman's department purchases new playground equipment annually, he said. Under the law, the city has through 1996 to submit playground equipment bids through the open bidding process. City offi- cials must report to the Legislature by Feb. 1, 1997, on how the project worked. In addition, Hoffman said he plans to talk to officials from other cities and to play- ground equipment vendors to see how they think the new purchasing method worked. The law is effective after the Chanhassen City Councfl'formally adopts it. Rep. TomWorkman (IR-Chanhassen) and Sen. Edward Oliver (IR-Deephaven) spon- sored the measure. HF1709*/SF1523/CH153 63 Metropolitan Council Working for the Region, Planning for the Future j~j~) a~c, ociation of _meff. opo[it, gn municipalities Octo~rll, l~S Dear Local Official: Changes to the Metropolitan Land Planning Act by the 1995 Minnesota Legislature will affect community planning in three major ways: 1) the act now requires that comprehensive plnns and zoning ordinances be consistent; 2) periodic updates of the comprehensive plan and official controls are required, with the first update due by December 31, 1998 and at least every ten years thereafter; and 3) there are additional elements required in the comprehensive plan (see enclosed materials for more details of these amendments). The legislation did not include any funding to local communities for implementation. However, one section of the act requires that the Metropolitan Council consult with affected local governmental units to determine the need for technical and financial assistance to carry out the amendments. This information will be reported to the legislature by January 1:5, 1996. Since each community is unique and in different stages of planning and development, a survey, developed by the staff of the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities (AMM) and the Metropolitan Council, will guide the Council in documenting your technical and financial needs. Please complete the survey and return it in the enclosed serf-addressed envelope by November 15, 1995. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, Veto Peterson Executive Director crai~pp~A~ociation of Community Development Director Metropolitan Council Enclosures 230 East Fifth Street Metro Info Line 229-3780 St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-1634 (612] 291-6359 Fax 291-6550 TDD/TTY 291-0g04 An Equ~ Opportunity Err~lotJer Major Provisions of Chapter 176, 1995 Amendments to the Metropolitan Land Planning Act. Contents of Local Comprehensive Plans- the following additional contents of local comprehensive plans were included in the Act: Mandated-the local land use plan shah include the water management plan required by Section 103B.235 (Metropolitan Area Water Management Act). Optional (1)- each plan may contain an intergovernmental ceordinafion element. (2}- each plan may contain an economic development element. (3}-the plan may designate, when appropriate, redevelopment areas... Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Consistency-in 1985, the Min-esota Legislature amended the 1976 Land Planning Act to state that ifa local governments's comprehensive plans conflicts with its zoning ordinance, the zoning ordinance supersedes the comprehensive plan. This relationship between the comprehensive plan and the zoning ordinance was reversed in the 1995 Amendments to the I. amd Planning Act through the following two provisions: (1) after August 1. 1995, a local government shall not adopt any fiscal device or official control which is in conflict with its comprehensive plan..., (2) if the comprehensive municipal plan is in conflict with the zoning ordinance, the zoning ordinance shall be brought into conformance with the plan by the local governments in conjunction with its review and update of its comprehensive plans required by December 31, 1998. Periodic Update of Local Comprehensive Plans- each municipality in the metropolitan area shall review and, if necessary, update its comprehensive plans and fiscal devices and official controls by December 31, 1998 and at least every ten years thereafter. This deadline for updating and submission of local comprehensive plans is subject to the completion of metropolitan systems statements as follows: (1) for amendments to metropolitan systems statements adopted before December 31,1996- deadline for updating the local comprehensive plans and official controls is December $1,1995. (2) for amendments to metropolitan systems statements adopted after December 31, 1996- deadline for updating of the local comprehensive plans and official controls is September 30,1999 or nine months after the metropolitan council submits its systems statement, whichever is later. Extensions-the metropolitan council may grant extensions to local governments to submit their updated plans. Such extensions must include a timetable and a plan for completion of the local plan. Technical and Financial Assistance-the metropolitan council shah consult with local govemmentgofthe need for technical or financial assistance to carry out the 'provisions of these amendments and shall report to the legislature of its findings by January 15, 1996. Key Dates in Chapter 176, 1995 Amendments to the Metropolitan Land Planning Act. August 1,1995 1. Effective date of Chapter 176. 2. Sec. 5,Subd. 1-After August 1,1995, a local government shall not adopt any fiscal device or official controls which is in conflict with its comprehensive plan, including amendments to the plan or which permits activity in conflict with metropolitan systems plan~. January 15, 1996. 1. The metropolitan council shall report to the legislature by January 15, 1996, on the results of its consultation with affected local governments on the need for technical and financial assistanceas required in Section 473.867, Subd. 6. December 31,1998. 1.Sec. $, Subd. 2- By December $1,1998 and at least every ten years thereafter, each local governmental unit shall review, and ff necessary, amend its entire comprehensive plan and its fiscal devices and official controls. Such review shall ensure that fiscal devices and official controls are not in conflict with its comprehensive plan. In updating their comprehensive plan.n, local governments shall consider amendments to the metropolitan systems plans in effect on December 31,1996. September 30, 1999. 1. Ftr metropolitan system plans adopted after December 31,1996, local governments shall prepare amendments to their local plans (if necessary) and submit them them to the metropolitan council for review by September 30,1999 or nine months a~er the council transmits the system plan amendment to local governmellt, whichever is later. Extensions. The metropolitan council mzy grant extentions to local governmental units for submitting their plans and ordinances f6r review. Such extentions must include a timetable and plan for completion of the review and amendment. Submission of Comprehensive Plans Within 3'Years Following Reciept of Metropolitan council System 1 Sect. 5, Sub& 1-.Within 3 years following the reciept of the metropolitan system statement, every local governmental unit shall have prepared a comprehensive plan and submitted the Plan to the metropolitan council for review. ~ 2. If the local comprehensive plan is in conflict with the zoning ordinance, the zoning ordinance shall be brought into conformance with the plan in conjunction with the review required in Sect. 9, Subd. 2. NAME Bob Gundershaug Bill Sonsin Vi Underdahl Sharron Cassen Roger Landy Bill Oelkers Richard Stulberg jim Damiani APPOINTMENTS TO PLANNING COMMISSION APPT. RE-APPT. 8/11/75 12/28/92 APPOINTMENT Chair 1/3/95 V.Chair 9/4/84 reappointed 1/94 12/2/86 12/28/92 C&S, Chair 2/89 V.Chair 1/3/95 3rd Officer 1/94 10/14/91 12/13/93 C&S 1/7/92 11/28/88 12/13/93 Chair, 1/95-D&R 2/89 3rd Officer 1/3/95 10/4/94 C&S 11/94 10/4/94 D&R 11/94 10/4/94 D&R 11/94 4/4/95 D&R 4/95 EXPIRE 12/31/95 12/31/95 12/31/96 12/31/96 12/31/97 12/31/97 12/31/97 12/31/97