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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes PLAN COMMISSION MINUTES August 21, 2012 PRESENT: David Borsuk, John Hinz, Steve Cummings, Donna Lohry, Robert Vajgrt EXCUSED: Ed Bowen, Jeffrey Thoms, Thomas Fojtik, Kathleen Propp, Karl Nollenberger STAFF: Darryn Burich, Director of Planning Services; David Buck, Principal Planner; Deborah Foland, Recording Secretary In the absence of both the Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson, David Borsuk was elected to serve as the Chairperson pro-temp. Chairperson Borsuk called the meeting to order at 4:40 pm. Roll call was taken and a quorum declared present. The minutes of August 7, 2012 were approved as presented. (Vajgrt/Cummings) I. TWO-LOT LAND DIVISION AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF RIPPLE ROAD AND S. WASHBURN STREET The applicant is requesting two actions within this petition: A.Two-lot land division/certified survey map from two existing parcels containing a total of approximately 42 acres. Sizes of the two proposed lots are 37.46 acres and 4.3 acres. B.Planned Development (PD) approval for the development of semi-tractor, trailer and other truck accessory sales and installation facility with associated site improvements on the newly created 4.3 acre lot. Mr. Buck presented the item and reviewed the site and surrounding area as well as the zoning classifications and current land uses in said area. He reviewed the certified survey map for the land division and the site plan for the proposed development and stated that a portion of the area was for future development and this review was for approval of the first phase of the development only. He also discussed the proposed two driveways for the development which is necessary for proper movement around the site according to the petitioner. Staff felt the site can function without the second driveway with the loss of two semi-truck parking stalls. He further explained that the two proposed drive accesses would be shared drives but the base standard modifications could be eliminated with only one driveway opening. He also discussed parking stalls, signage, lighting and the landscape plan for the development which will require approval at the Site Plan Review Committee level. He also reviewed the building elevations and commented that staff would like to see the EFIS band extended along the north side of the building. He reviewed the conditions recommended for the request which depend on whether the one or two driveway option is approved. Ms. Lohry questioned if the semi-truck parking area would be for service purposes only. Mr. Buck responded that this parking area was for service only and was not meant for storage purposes. Ms. Lohry then commented that she had concerns with the semi-trucks being visible from the highway. __________________________________ Plan Commission Minutes 1 August 21, 2012 Mr. Buck replied that the building would block most of the parking area from view. Kip Golden, Keller, Inc., N216 State Road 55, Kaukauna, stated that the two proposed driveways would be 180 feet apart, not 130 feet, and he interpreted the code to be required to have 150 feet separation distance required in a 35 mph zone. He further commented that the shared driveways would have the ability to serve both this site and future developments to the north and south eliminating the need for additional driveways. He also commented about the Bergstrom development and the six driveway accesses that service them and how their proposed development is essentially the same setup. He discussed how the owner started this business nine years ago and it has grown into a retail business and would like to be located near Highway 41. The owner is considering adding an addition on to this site if the business is successful and the two drive accesses allow for better use of the site. He further commented that the truck turning radius diagrams displayed during the presentation may work on a computer but are not the same as driving a truck through these movements. Ms. Lohry reiterated that she would like to have the semi-trucks parked in the lot hidden from view. Mr. Golden responded that the vehicles would not be that noticeable from Highway 41. Mr. Borsuk stated that if the two drive access option was approved, it would apply stipulations on Lot 1 and questioned if the property owner was agreeable to this. He also inquired about the irregular parcel shape created by this development. Mr. Golden replied that the property owner was agreeable to the stipulations placed on Lot 1 and the lot division for the development was determined by the amount of wetlands on the property that prevent development of portions of the remainder of the site. He further stated that the property owner was working with the DNR on these issues with the parcel. Mr. Borsuk then questioned if the business owner had any issues with extending the EFIS on the north side of the building as staff was recommending. Mr. Golden indicated that he would have to discuss the matter with the owner as it will add more in costs to the development. Motion by Vajgrt to approve the planned development for property located at the northwest corner of Ripple Road and S. Washburn Street with the two driveway option with the following conditions: (a)“Natural” style of detention basin be utilized involving planting of emergent plants in the safety shelf area and native plants on the side slopes; (b)The north building façade be enhanced by extending the EFIS, EFIS banding and masonry veneer knee wall the full length of the facade; (c)Base standard modification to allow two driveways on a lot with 250 feet of frontage; (d)Base standard modification to allow reduced separation distance between driveways of 130 feet; (e)Base standard modification to allow zero foot side yard setbacks to allow the two drives to straddle/cross over the lot line and be shared access with adjacent properties, as proposed; (f)Provide cross access and maintenance agreements with adjoining properties. __________________________________ Plan Commission Minutes 2 August 21, 2012 Seconded by Cummings. Motion carried 5-0. Motion by Hinz to approve the two-lot land division for property located at the northwest corner of Ripple Road and S. Washburn Street with the following conditions: (a)All physical improvements and natural features including but not limited to roads, structures, delineated wetlands, streams and drainage features as well as any private or public easements are depicted on the CSM as required by the Subdivision Ordinance. (b)“No Access” controls are placed on proposed Lot 1 running a minimum of 250 feet from the north and south lot lines of proposed Lot 2 along the Washburn Street frontage. Seconded by Vajgrt. Motion carried 5-0. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at approximately 5:10 pm. (Vajgrt/Cummings) Respectfully submitted, Darryn Burich Director of Planning Services __________________________________ Plan Commission Minutes 3 August 21, 2012