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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes__________________________________ Plan Commission Minutes 1 July 5, 2016 PLAN COMMISSION MINUTES July 5, 2016 PRESENT: David Borsuk, Ed Bowen, Jeffrey Thoms, Thomas Fojtik, Steve Cummings, Kathleen Propp, Donna Lohry, Karl Nollenberger EXCUSED: Robert Vajgrt, John Hinz STAFF: Darryn Burich, Director of Planning Services; Jeffrey Nau, Associate Planner; Elizabeth Williams, Associate Planner; Darlene Brandt, Recording Secretary Chairperson Fojtik called the meeting to order at 4:00 pm. Roll call was taken and a quorum declared present. The minutes of June 21, 2016 were approved as presented. (Nollenberger/Cummings) I. Final Plat Known as Sunrise Estates, 21 Lot Single Family Subdivision, 3400 Block of West 20th Avenue Mr. Nau stated the plat utilizes a 12.4 acre parcel and all the proposed lots meet the R-1 Single Family and subdivision regulation code requirements. Two streets are proposed within the plat – Morningstar Lane will run north/south, and Daybreak Lane will run westerly and possibly connect with Clairville Road in the future. Both street names have been approved by the appropriate emergency services. The Department of Public Works has indicated that city water is readily available from W. 20th Ave., sanitary sewer will need to be extended and has been included in the 2016 Capital Improvement Program. Mr. Nau also noted no land has been dedicated for park area so parkland dedication fees in lieu of parkland will apply. Mr. Thoms inquired what the outlot is for? Mr. Nau replied storm water detention. Ms. Lohry felt a park area is necessary in this area. Mr. Nau believed with the YMCA being adjacent as well as Carl Traeger School and the park area behind the school, that sufficient recreational area is available in the vicinity. Mr. Burich noted that staff had talked to the Parks Director and it was felt there was not adequate space within the proposed subdivision for a park. Mr. Jeff Rustick, Schuler & Associates, appeared to answer questions. Mr. Borsuk stated he would support the request, but did not believe having residential developments adjacent to the Industrial Park is good planning. Need to protect both the residents and the businesses. __________________________________ Plan Commission Minutes 2 July 5, 2016 Motion by Thoms to move approval of the Final Plat known as Sunrise Estates with the following conditions: 1) Remove temporary cul-de-sac on the west end of proposed Daybreak Lane. 2) Fee in lieu of parkland dedication is utilized. Seconded by Borsuk. Motion carried 8-0. II. CONDITIONAL USE/PLANNED DEVELOPMENT FOR OUTDOOR CEREMONY AREA / 3125 SOUTH WASHBURN STREET (LASURE'S) Ms. Williams stated the applicant is requesting a conditional use permit and planned development review of a proposed outdoor ceremony area behind LaSure's Banquet Hall at 3125 S. Washburn Avenue. Phase I of the proposed outdoor ceremony area is about 100' x 900' in size. Stone pathways run throughout the development and are contained by a 6 ft. tall fence. A storage building is proposed to be located on the south. An open pergola will be constructed of composite wood. It appears parking will be provided behind LaSure's and the adjacent hotel. Future phases may include an open sided/covered reception area and parking lot expansion. Pedestrian access is not being provided. However, staff is recommending pedestrian access be installed from the outdoor ceremony area to the existing Banquet Hall. A landscape plan has been submitted which exceeds the requirements of the ordinance. Mr. Thoms stated 2 access points are shown – one off Waukau and one off Washburn. Ms. Williams stated existing access will not be changed so there will not be any changes to the cross access agreement. Mr. Thoms inquired about compliance with storm water management requirements. There does not appear to be any additional parking lot proposed; only pedestrian traffic. Mr. Steve Gohde, Department of Public Works, stated storm water management will be reviewed at the time site plans are submitted for review. He seemed to recall an existing bio- swale that could serve this site. Ms. Lohry inquired about the capacity and if the development could be used for other than ceremonies. Possible concerns with noise, lights, etc. for the adjacent residential properties. Ms. William stated the applicant has indicated a capacity of 250 and that the area would be used for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Mr. Burich stated staff can monitor the site and if additional activities occur, a decision can be made if additional reviews/approval is required. Mr. Bob Heisler, from LaSure's, stated at this time, the use will be strictly for the banquet hall and only for ceremonies. __________________________________ Plan Commission Minutes 3 July 5, 2016 Motion by Nollenberger to move approval of a conditional use permit for the planned development of an expansion of the existing banquet facility to include an outdoor ceremony area with the following conditions: 1) Lot with proposed development be combined with 3125 S. Washburn Street. 2) Identified pedestrian path be installed from the outdoor ceremony area to the existing indoor banquet hall. Seconded by Thoms. Motion carried 8-0 III. Approval of Stevens Park Neighborhood Plan Ms. Williams noted this is the third neighborhood plan completed and brought to the Commission. The Stevens Park Neighborhood is bounded by Washington Avenue on the north, Bowen Street on the west, Fox River on the south and Lake Winnebago on the east. The Plan identifies eight priority areas: Community Building, Housing, Land Use, Transportation, Economic Development, Utilities and Community Facilities, Natural and Cultural Resources and Intergovernmental Cooperation. The Plan serves to educate city government and neighborhood residents about each others concerns/visions for the future; promote collaboration between the City, the neighborhood and local public, private and non-profit organizations to achieve mutual goals to enhance the neighborhood; create 'pride of place' within the community; initiate change; and improving the quality of life in neighborhoods. Ms. Williams stated the Plan Commission needs to make a determination that the Plan is consistent with the City's 2005-2025 Comprehensive Plan, official maps and other planned activities of the City. Mr. Ron Hansche, 52 Eveline St., stated he is the coordinator for the Stevens Park Neighborhood Association. He noted the Association met with staff over the past year to get this Plan where it is today. It was the consensus of the Commissioners that Ms. Williams and city staff did a great job in working with the Stevens Park Neighborhood Association on this plan. Motion by Nollenberger that the Stevens Park Neighborhood Plan is consistent with the City's 2005-2025 Comprehensive Plan, official maps and other planned activities of the City. Seconded by Borsuk. Motion carried 8-0. IV. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT/PLANNED DEVELOPMENT – PUBLIC UTILITY STRUCTURE (WATER TOWER) / 400 BLOCK OF MARION ROAD Ms. Williams stated this property is within the Marion/Pearl Redevelopment Area and commonly referred to as Parcel i. The City of Oshkosh Water Utility has expressed an interest in purchasing about the north one half of the parcel for construction of a city water tower. The request before the Commission consists of two parts. The first part is approval of a certified __________________________________ Plan Commission Minutes 4 July 5, 2016 survey map to create two lots; the proposed water tower will be constructed on Lot 1. Lot 2 would be available for a development project. The property is zoned C-3 with a Planned Development Overlay. The proposed lot division complies with applicable zoning requirements. Staff is requesting two minor modifications to the certified survey map: 1) show an existing sanitary sewer located on proposed Lot 1 and 2) show the existing parking lot pavement on the east side of proposed Lot 2. The second item is a conditional use permit for the planned development of a public utility structure that includes construction of a 750,000 gallon water tower, a 4,800 sq. ft. telecommunications enclosure and a single access drive from the internal driveway. The new water tower is proposed to be a spheroid design and 176 feet in height. The height exceeds the Winnebago County Airport Overlay Zoning height restrictions and the City is working with the FAA to obtain a height variance. Ms. Williams continued the exterior water tower design includes a solid white painted base and bulb and the City's newly redesigned City logo. The lower half of the bulb will be painted dark blue to help shield any potential condensation/mold that could occur on the outside of the bulb. The top of the water tower includes a 10 ft. antenna screen which will shield mechanical equipment and antennas from view. The telecommunications enclosure is about 20 ft. x 20 ft. and meets all setback requirements. The applicant has submitted a landscaping plan that exceeds the zoning requirements. The grading, erosion control and stormwater management plan have also been submitted and will need to be approved by the Department of Public Works, Mr. Thoms believed previous discussions on this parcel had included extending Riverway Drive to Marion Road. Is that not happening? Mr. Gohde stated the land needed to extend Riverway Drive will remain as green space for now until a decision is made. Traffic to the water tower site will be minimal and will access the site from the internal parking lot. Mr. Gohde noted that construction traffic will access the parcel from Riverway Drive. Mr. Thoms inquired if the internal driveway would be temporary then until Riverway Drive is constructed? Mr. Gohde stated he is not sure of the status of Riverway Drive being extended. He reiterated based on the minimal traffic to the water tower, access to the site will be from the internal drive. If changes occur, staff can re-evaluate the situation. Ms. Lohry inquired if there are telecommunication antennas on the existing tower? And will the new tower have antennas? Ms. Linda Mohr, CH2M, the City's consultant on this project, stated there are two telecommunication leases on the existing tower. Both will be moving to the new tower. As staff previously noted, mechanicals will be hidden on the top of the new tower. __________________________________ Plan Commission Minutes 5 July 5, 2016 Ms. Lohry inquired if the frequency will be the same or increased? Ms. Mohr was not sure, but noted at a minimum, the frequency would probably be the same. Ms. Lohry was concerned about the public's safety due to all the existing telecommunication towers in the area, for example, the Police Department, Accu-Com, and others, and their proximity to all the residential apartments in the area. Is there any updated information on the effect of telecommunication antennas? Mr. Steve Brand, City of Oshkosh Water Utility, indicated he has reviewed some of the latest reports. The City has current technology on site and he is not aware of any major concerns. Ms. Lohry stated she cannot support this request until reports can be reviewed indicating what is proposed is safe. Mr. Thoms noted that has been a concern in the past. However, as the Riverwalk area is developing and more people concentrate in the downtown area, there is additional need for telecommunication and this is another viable place to construct telecommunication antennas and they can be screened appropriately. Mr. Burich noted with the State deregulating data towers, it makes it difficult for municipalities to have some oversight in their placement and construction. Any data antennas on the water tower will at least be screened from view. Mr. Cummings inquired about the graphics. It appears the City logo will be used. Mr. Mohr stated the Stakeholder Committee reviewed 5 graphic options and decided on the new City logo with a dark blue bottom called a mask. She noted, however, the final paint color and graphic design (whether that be the logo or something else) would be up to the Common Council. The Stakeholder Committee felt the white tower would blend in with the neighborhood. Mr. Mohr noted the graphics and color do not impact construction and changes can be made at a later date if necessary. Mr. Thoms stated he supports the color selection and graphics choice of the Stakeholders Committee, as well as the screening of the antennas. Ms. Propp also supported the color and graphics selections. Motion by Borsuk to move approval of the two lot land division as proposed with the condition that the existing sanitary sewer located on proposed Lot 1 and the existing parking lot pavement located on the east side of proposed Lot 2 be shown on the final certified survey map; and approval of the conditional use permit for the planned development of a public utility structure (water tower) on proposed Lot 1 with the following conditions: 1) Cross access easements/agreement are provided between the subject property and the property to __________________________________ Plan Commission Minutes 6 July 5, 2016 the east for both driveways and drive aisles; 2) Wall mounted HVAC units on the telecommunications enclosure are colored to match or complement the building's exterior façade color. Seconded by Thoms. Motion carried 7-1 (NAY: Lohry). Ms. Lohry requested a future workshop on current regulations for telecommunication antennas. Staff noted that will be placed on the list of possible workshops. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at approximately 5:00 pm. (Bowen/Propp) Respectfully submitted, Darryn Burich Director of Planning Services