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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Minutes (3) MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNIT5,DESIGN REVIEW BOARD SPECIAL MEETING ON JANUARY 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Meeting called to order at 7:30 P.M. in kitchen. 2. ROLL CALL Present Leroy Herauf Present Garry Sjolander Present Tony Phillippi Present Victor Lydon 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4. APPRO OF AGENDA 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. DESIGN REVIEW 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS Mr. Robert Folley was present for an interview with the Community Design Review Board for a position on the Board. After the interview, the Board voted to recommend that Robert Folley be appointed Ayes 4; Nays to the Board. G. Sjolander moved; T. Phillipi Seconded second term. Tony Phillipi expressed his desire to remain on the Board for a se the Planning At 8:10 P.M. the Board temporarh the 8oard andswhatsrole the e Commission meeting to discuss t Planning Commission might play. •10 P.M. the Board resumed the meeting. Mr. Sjolander made a recommendation At 9. that: 1. Council amend the existing Design Review Board Ordinancestoveliminate the limit on the maximum number of terms a Board 2. Con advertising to fill the vacant posi as to whether t ioons, a a also, ontactwlocal architectural firms inquiring Herauf; Ayes 4; Nays may be interested in a seat on the Board. Seconded: Leroy 9. STAFF P RESENTAT IONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 9:20 P.M. MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 1981, 7:30 P.M. 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Sjolander called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Garry Sjolander Present (Chairman) Victor Lydon Present Donald Moe Present Robert Folley Absent (arrived at 7:38 P.M.) Tony Phillippi Absent 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. December 9, 1980 Chairman Sjolander moved approval of the minutes of December 9, 1980 as submitted. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. B. January 5, 1981 Chairman Sjolander moved approval, of the minutes of January 5, 1981 as submitted. Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Chairman Sjolander moved approval of the agenda as submitted. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Construction 70 - Landscaping Plan (Sherwin Williams) Brad Hansen of Seefert's Nursery was present at the meeting. Secretary Ekstrand presented to the Board revised landscaping plans which were presented to Staff on February 9, 1981. The applicant has expanded on the landscaping plan. Staff requested expansion of the plantings along the rear lot line to screen the site from the adjacent residential property to the south. They have also expanded on the number of plantings along the west and east property lines. He questioned, however, if the two trees proposed along the north property line would be sufficient. 1 2 -10 -81 Chairman Sjolander suggested putting a planting bed in front where the junipers are and then sod the area of the entrance. The applicant said they would rather have a wood mulch or rock where the sod is suggested Chairman Sjolander moved the Board _recommendapprroval of the Dadsg4Ring plan for the Sherwin -Wi 11 i ams Paint Store wlAgct to the_revi se.d at_44t0 February91981 :w�thi the following, ehanes: 1. The two plantings on the north end of the Junipers wood into planting replaced along the boulevard and they be rep by determined by the applicant /owner. 2. Owner must replace all plant materials that die 3. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Ed Cave & Sons - Building /Site Review (Quads) Bob Nicholson, representing the applicant, indicated he had read the staff report. Secretary Ekstrand said after researching the Council minutes, the condition relating to design of the building was not included in the conditions of approval of the PUD. Therefore, condition #2 of the recommendation should be eliminated. Chairman Sjolander asked if there could be more landscaping installed with each unit. Mr. Nicholson said the units are going to be owner occupied. They do encourage the homeowner to get involved with the landscaping itself. What is proposed is a start for them. Chairman Sjolander suggested putting the shrub into a planting area next to the dwelling. Mr. Nicholson said possibly an additional trees along the boulevard facing Ferndale. Mr. Nicholson said the building colors would be alternated so there would not be two of the same color together Chairman Sjolander moved_: lhe_, BQa 'd_.reLommend.,, thebuAldjng . desi 19 for Cave s Century Addition Quad_homes subd,ect, to , the fol lov n.g Conditions: 1. A revised landscaping plan shall be submitted for Staff approval adding an additional boulevard tree in front of each unit facing Ferndale. 2. Owner and applicant agree to the above condition in writing. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. 2 2 -10 -81 B. Snyder Drug - Sign Plan Amendment Charles Roth, representing Snyders Drug, said he had read the staff report. He did not think that the message panels would add to the sign clutter Secretary Ekstrand said the message panels along with the window signs that are being used, would be for the same purpose. The message panels did not seem to fit in with the overall signage of the building. Mr. Roth suggested as an alternative to the three message panels, one sign that could have letter inserts that could indicate one or two weekly specials. Chairman Sjolander said window signs have been used by other businesses for this purpose. He could see where the sign on the north side of the building would be valuable for the business. Chairman Sjolander moved the Board recommend approval of_the,nort.,faci„n9 "Snyder Drugs" sign since 1. Meets the intent of the ordinance in sign density 2. Is not detrimental to the approved sign plan, and 3. Is needed to identify the store from the north. Also, Denial of the three message panels since they: 1. Exceed the permitted number of signs 2. Do not result in an improved relationship between various parts of the plan 3. Add to sign clutter Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all Chairman Sjolander informed the applicant if he agrees with the recommendation of the Board to forward a letter to the City indicating that agreement aft it will not be necessary to bring this before the City Council. • C. George King and Carl Swenson - Building /Site Review (apartment) Beebe Road Harry Gerrish, representing the applicants, said he had read the staff report. He said he was concerned with the recommended driveway from the parking lot north to Holloway Avenue. 3 2 -10 -81 Mr. Gerrish said this drive would encourage through traffic on the site. The drive also would come very close to a patio area of the center building. The units will either be rented or sold as condominium units. They believe the building is low profile residential type building Chairman Sjolander asked how the property would be maintained. Mr. Gerrish said one the The units owner of the developmentbwould maintained maintain a homeowners association. rental units. Chairman Sjolander asked if the pond would be for flood control or if there would be water in there all of the time. Mr. Gerrish said he thought there was water in it most of the time. The pond is not part of the Maplewood or Ramsey - Washington flood control plan. However, they are recommending flood control devices to control the level of the water. He is proposing to construct this under the property and into the storm sewer in Beebe Road. Chairman Sjolander asked what the proposal was for trash removal. Mr. Gerrish said he would meet the ordinances, they propose masonry enclosures. Chairman Sjolander asked if there was a fence between the buildings on the east. Mr. Gerrish said yes, there is a 6 foot high wooden fence separating the patio areas of the two buildings. Chairman Sjolander asked if there would be sod on the slope. Mr. Gerrish said that is a 1:1 slope, stabilization will have to be used. They will work with staff and the landscaper to determine what will work the best. The Board and the applicant discussed the existing development surrounding the site. Daniel Johnson, 1894 Furness, said he presently has problems with cars coming from the existing apartment complex. He said cars have come out of the drive and spun across his yard. If the exit from this proposed develop- ment is to be at the north edge of his lot, there could be additional problems. Ron Hilton, 2153 Holloway, indicated he had a problem with people going south on Furness and coming into his driveway. He has had property damage because of this. He thought the added density would only make the problem worse. A member of the audience asked being that the Holloway project is 2 -5 years away, if there was anyway of solving the problem they have with rubbish being dumped, traffic problems and so forth. A member of the audience discussed with the Board and Secretary Ekstrand apartment densities in the neighborhood and how they are regulated so the density does not exceed City requirements. 4 -ins Chairman Sjolander said the Board should discuss staff's proposal for a driveway to Holloway Avenue. Secretary Ekstrand said this access was a request of the City Engineer. They felt the distance between Beebe and Furness was quite long, so they felt a curb cut should be provided for another means of access. A second access to the large parking lot would also be benefitial Mr. Garrish said there are design considerations in the one area of the site. He has to fill into the pond, a 25 foot right of way would have to be constructed. This would run the patio area of the one unit. Board Member Lydon asked how access for emergency vehicles would be provided. Mr. Garrish said he is working with on the north side Director ubli Safety with regard to access for emergency vehicles They are proposing to provide a 9 ton surface on the property. This would be a temporary measure to allow fire vehicles access to the north side of the property. Secretary Ekstrand said the question of the northerly access and the emergency access can be discussed with staff and the applicant to reach a decision. Chairman Sjolander requested the applicant submit a landscaping plan for staff review and approval. He made some planting suggestions to be considered when establishing a landscaping plan. Board Member Lydon asked where the trash container would be located. Mr. Garrish said it is not shown on the plan. It would be provided internally, off from the parking lots. They propose a small masonry enclosure. Board Member Lydon asked where the utility meters would be located. Mr. Garrish said they will be on the building facade, they will have to use landscaping or something to screen the meters. They will attempt to cluster them. Chairman Sjolander moved theWBoard ,wrecommend,,.approval of the proposed 46 unit apartment condominium complex subjec to the following condition 1. There shall be continuous concrete curbing placed around all parking areas and driveways 2. Site security lighting shall not cause any undue glare onto adjacent properties or roadways. 3. The final landscaping plan shall be submitted for Staff review, providing for additional plantings along all exterior property lines of the site paying special attention to screening for single family dwellings on the north and east of the site. All grass areas shall be sodded not seeded. 5 2 -10 -81 4. If the landscaping is not installed by the time an occupancy permit is requested, the applicant shall provide the City with an irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of 150% of the cost of the landscaping. 5. All required plant materials that die shall be replaced by the applicant. 6. If outdoor trash storage is utilized, the dumpsters shall be placed within masonry enclosures with closable gates. They shall be of a material and color compatible with the buildings. Location and number is subject to staff approval. 7. Each unit shall have at least 120 cubic feet of miscellaneous storage space available. 8. Drainage shall be subject to approval by the City Engineer. 9. All utilities to be underground at the point where they enter the site. 10. All parking stalls shall be 10 by 20 feet in size with a minimum of a 24 foot wide drive aisle. 11. Compliance with erosion control measures as recommended by the District Soils Conservationist. 12. The applicant shall dedicate the northerly 30 feet of this property for the construction of Holloway Avenue. 13. The question of a proposed driveway from the east parking lot to Holloway is deferred to the City Engineer and Staff. 14. Utility meter and gauges shall be screened and location per staff review. 15. The owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. The Board further recommended that Council orer fea of sibili Furness ty for the construction of all way stop at the Holloway and 6th. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all D. Billboard Ordinance Richard Ragan of Naegele submitted writteneobjedVions to the amendments i proposed by the City to the Sign Ordinance. g de pre sign co es si9e alsospresented needs are MaplewooddBillboard ordinance that he H p tat he said would meet they have approximately 11 billboard 6 2 -10 -81 IL Chairman Sjolander suggested the Board table this item until the next Board meeting. This would give the Board time to review the proposal presented by Naegele sign. Chairman Sjolander moved the Board table the Billboard Ordinance. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. �. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 10:44 P.M. 7 2 -10 -81 DATE: February 10, 1981 Community TIME: 7:30 P.M. m a g e a PLACE: 1380 Frost Avenue Design 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes A. December 9, 1980 B. January 5, 1981 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business A. Applicant: Construction 70 Proposal: Landscaping Plan (Sherwin Williams) 6. Design Review A. Applicant: Ed Cave & Sons Proposal: Building /Site Review (Quads) • B. Applicant: Snyder Drug Proposal: Sign Plan Amendment C. Applicant: George King and Carl Swenson Proposal: Building /Site Review (Apartment) D. Billboard Ordinance 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment DATE: February 24, 1981 Community TIME: 7:30 P.M. E age a n PLACE: 1380 Frost Avenue Design 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call • 3. Approval of Minutes 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business A. Billboard Ordinance 6. Design Review A. Applicant: Rolling Green Properties, Inc. Proposal: Landscape Plan 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations A. Election 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1981, 7:30 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Sjolander called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Garry Sjolander Present (Chairman) Anthony Phillippi Present Victor Lydon Present Robert Folley Present Donald Moe Present 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Board Member Folley moved approval of the agenda Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The Board amended the agenda to review item 6A first. 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Rolling Green Properties - Landscaping Plan Craig Thaemert and Tom Perzichelli were present at the meeting. They indicated they had reviewed staff's recommendations. Staff had suggested more trees along the easterly and northerly sides of the property. Secretary Ekstrand explained to the applicant the City policy as far as spacing of trees. Chairman Sjolander suggested landscaping to break up the appearance of the long span of the building. He asked if the owners of the units could install additional plantings on the outside of their home. The applicant said no. This is handled by the homeowner's association. Chairman Sjolander moved approval of the proposed landscaping plan for Maple Park Shores Subject to the following conditions: 1. All lawn areas shall be sodded, not seeded 1 2 -24 -81 2. The landscaping plan shall be expanded upon to provide: a. Additional landscaping along the Cope Avenue frontage giving special attention to the area between the Schubert Cherry and the Sugar Maple trees. b. Additional trees or plantings shall be provided between the two easterly buildings and along the easterly and southerly lot lines. c. Trees to be spaces approximately no further apartment than 30 feet on center. 3. If the landscaping has not been installed by occupancy, the applicant shall provide the City with an irrevocable letter of credit made out to the City of Maplewood in the amount of 150% of the cost of the landscaping. If the project is completed in stages the letter of credit is to cover only the landscaping adjacent to the building or buildings to be occupied. 4. Any required plant materials that die shall be replaced by the applicant. 5. The owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. Chairman Sjolander said if the applicant agrees with the conditions as outlined by the Board to forward a letter to the City indicating such agreement. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Billboard Ordinance. The Board reviewed the proposed ordinance and also the revisions presented by Naegele Sign Company. Chairman Sjolander said he did not think billboards should be permitted in the BC (M) district. It appears that the spacing of billboards in most communities averages approximately 1000 feet. He thought this would be a good spacing for the Maplewood Ordinance. He discussed the minimum distance from a billboard to a building and also the maximum size of a billboard. The Board reviewed the requirements for billboards that other cities in the Metropolitan area has in their code. Chairman Sjolander moved the Board recommend approval of the ordinance amending Section 818 of the Maplewood Code relating to signs as presented by staff. Board Member Phillippi seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS A. Election Chairman Sjolander indicated he did not wish to be chairman for another year. 2 2- -81 Board Member Lydon nominated Tony Phillippi as Chairman of the Board. Voting was unanimous Board Member Phillippi nominated Victor Lydon as Vice Chairman of the Board Board Member Sjolander seconded Ayes - all. 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 9:00 P.M. 3 2- -81 MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 1981 7:30 P.M. 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Phillippi called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Tony Phillippi Present (Chairman) Garry Sjolander Present Victor Lydon Absent Donald Moe Present Robert Folley Present 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. February 10, 1981 Correct: Page 5, paragraph 2, last line "beneficial" ; paragraph 3, last sentence "ruin "; page 6, condition #14 "located" Board member Sjolander moved approval of the minutes of February 10, 1981 as corrected. Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. B. February 24, 1981 Correct: Page 2, condition 2 c., "apart" Chairman Phillippi moved approval of the minutes of February 24, 1981 as corrected. Board Member Sjolander seconded Ayes - all. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Board Member Sjolander moved approval of the agenda as submitted. Chairman Phillippi seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Group Health - Temporary Trailer Ingrid Sundgaard, representing Group Health, was present and indicated she had read the staff report and understood the conditions outlined in it. She indicated that alternate #1 would be better because it would be easier for the patients to get to the main building. The Board discussed with the applicant the parking that exists for the site. Chairman Phillippi moved the Board recommend approval of the 40 by 60 foot temporary office structure to be located south of the existing building, subject to the following conditions: 1. The temporary office structure may be used for a time period not to exceed 18 months. 2. The temporary building must not encroach any closer toward the easterly lot line than the existing building. 3. The applicant shall obtain permission from Ramsey County for access to the utilities in County Road B 4. All ground disturbed by the placement and removal of this building shall be restored to its original condition. 5. Approval by the City Engineer for all utility connections. 6. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Sjolander seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 8:00 P.M. DATE: APRIL 14, 1981 Community TIME: 7:30 P.M. A n age d a PLACE: 1380 FROST AVENUE n Design 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes A. February 10, 1981 B. February 24, 1981 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business 6. Design Review A. Applicant: Group Health Proposal: Temporary Trailer 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, MAY 12, 1981, 7:30 P.M. 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Phillippi called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Tony Phillippi Present (Chairman) Garry Sjolander Present Victor Lydon Absent Donald Moe Present Robert Folley Present 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. April 14, 1981 Board Member Sjolander moved approval of the minutes of April 14, 1981 as presented Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Chairman Phillippi moved approval of the agenda with the addition of item 6 B. Parkside Fire Department. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Landmark Design - Landscaping Plan (Knowlans) The owner of the property said the maintenance of the property is the responsibility of the company leasing it (Knowlans). The applicant, Board and Secretary Ekstrand discussed the area that presently has lilac bushes and expansion of it to create a hedge effect. A neighbor commented that he was not aware when the original store was going to be constructed, nor that the property was going to be built up five feet with the reconstruction of the store. He has a problem with stones going on his property. Chairman Phillippi asked if Mr. Jasinski had objection to the gravel - mulch area rather than using sod. Mr. Schatinger said there would be a retaining wall constructed so the area would be level and rocks would not fall down a 6 foot bank such as it is now. A neighbor said the proposal was explained to him the retaining wall would be constructed 40 foot in length, (to the back of his house) he asked if the rest of the 160 feet would also have a retaining wall. Mr. Schatinger said there is not a grade difference in the front. Secretary Ekstrand said the retaining wall measures 70 feet in length. A neighbor said he did not think the 70 feet was sufficient for the retaining wall. He asked if the lilacs would be planted between his structure and the retaining wall. Dana Kellenberger from Landmark Design, said they would be constructed on top of the retaining wall. Lee Jasinski, 2702 Stillwater Road, said it was his understanding the fence on the west side would be placed right on the property line. Chairman Phillippi said the fence cannot be installed right on a property line. Mr. Schatinger said the chain link fence will be removed and the new fence installed. Mr. Jasinski said with the fence, the parking lot would still be in full view. He has a five foot high fence now, the cars are about 10 feet about their property line. The bottom of the cars will still be visible from their yard if a 6 foot high fence is installed. Mr. Schatinger said they are building up the ground to install the lilac hedge, the fence will have to follow that line and not be on the ground level of the Jasinski property. He said a fence was installed last year to block the lights from the cars in the parking lot. Mr. Jasinski said it was his understanding the plantings that are on the property line, other than a couple mountain ash trees, would be removed and replaced with a solid row of evergreen the full length of the property line, along with the basketweave fence that would be 6 feet high. Since the curb has been put in, the drainage ditch is full of water and paper. Mr. Jasinski said he would also be satisfied with a fence the full length of the property to screen the parking lot. However, they were concerned with having something to cut down some of the noise coming from the parking lot. The original proposal was to install evergreens 6 feet high, spaced 12 feet apart. Secretary Ekstrand said that was the proposal when the original special use permit was issued by the Council for a portion of the property. Board Member Sjolander said there should be a solution as to the location of the property line at the southwest corner. Chairman Phillippi asked if there would be any objection to delaying the landscaping proposal. Mr. Shattinger said he had no objections to tabling until the next meeting. Mr. Jasinski said he had no objections to tabling this issue. Secretary Ekstrand said the only problem he could see is the letter of credit is good until July 1. Postponing could cause the job not being completed by that date. He asked how long it would take to install the plantings. Ms. Kellenberger said it would take about 1 to 1 1/2 weeks. The Board and the applicant further discussed the use of fencing, different types of plantings and which would be most efficient. Board Member Folley moved this item be tabled for the site plan to be redrawn to correct inaccuracies along the rear lot line. Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. B. Parkside Fire Department - Addition Ed Leier and Mark Ellis were present at the meeting. The showed the Board a picture of the existing building on which they wish to put an addition.They also have the signatures of the property owners surrounding the property and they are in agreement with the proposal. They propose the dumpster to be enclosed in a redwood fence area. Board Member Sjolander said the City generally prefers masonry enclosures for trash dumpsters. They do provide a more secure and sturdy enclosure. He would also like to see a landscaping plan presented to staff for their approval. The Board suggested fopndation plantings. Chairman Phillippi moved that the Board recommend approval of the preliminary plan for Parkside Fire Station addition, subject to: 1. A landscaping plan being submitted to staff for their review and approval. 2. The trash enclosure to be constructed of masonry materials and match existing building color. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 9:05 P.M. MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, MAY 26, 1981, 7:30 P.M. 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Phillippi called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Tony Phillippi Present (Chairman) Garry Sjolander Absent Victor Lydon Present Donald Moe Present Robert Folley Present 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Board Member Folley moved approval of the agenda as presented Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Landmark Design — Landscaping Plan (Knowlans) Dana Kellenberger of Landmark Design was present at the meeting. She indicated she had read the staff recommendation. She indicated they have a revised plan. She said they would rather put mulch along the southerly lot line from Century to the retaining wall rather than the sod as requested by staff. Mr. Jasinski said he was under the impression the Russian Olives would be changed to evergreen trees. Mr. Shattinger said the Russian Olive trees are more self sustaining. Ms. Kennenberger said she did not think the evergreens would be maintained properly. Mr. Shattinger said the basket weave fence is proposed to be continued. A neighbor from the area discussed the proposed lilac hedge to be installed. He was concerned that the plantings would be spaced too far apart to provide the necessary screening. Chairman Phillippi moved the Board recommend approval of the landscaping plan for Knowlans subject to the following conditions: (Revised Plan) 1. All plant debris and scrubby tree and plant growth to be removed from along the westerly lot line near Stillwater Road. 2. The retaining wall proposed in the southwest corner of the site shall be continued easterly to the west edge of the largest lilac hedge due to the steep slope up to this point. 3. A lilac hedge shall be planted in a manner to create a solid screen in place of the eleven Russian Olive trees in the southwest corner of the site. The applicant shall also plant lilacs between the two existing hedges along the south lot line to create a solid screen and spaced at no more than 4 foot on center. 4. The Green Ash proposed in the northwest corner of the site shall be replaced with two more Russian Olives spaced at the same intervals as the other proposed Russian Olives. 5. The applicant shall provide mulch on that portion along the southerly lot line from Century Avenue to the retaining wall. 6. The applicant shall provide additional plantings to fill in the wide setback area proposed for gravel mulch at the northwest corner of the site. 7. All trees to be at least 2 1/2 inch B and B 8. The landscape area along Stillwater Road between the curb cuts shall be designed in a way to prevent the rock mulch from washing out into the State drainage ditch. 9. The Russian Olives be replaced with evergreens. (4 Russian Olives) 10. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. Chairman Phillippi said if the applicant agrees with the conditions as outlined by the Board, he should forward a letter to the City indicating such agreement. B. Hess Kline - Landscaping (Datsun) Staff presented a revised recommendation for the landscaping plan. Chairman Phillippi left the meeting at 7:55 P.M. Secretary Ekstrand said the applicant has provided the trees at the south and east ends and plantings on the west and north ends. The applicant has requested they be permitted to construct the concrete curbing along the south and east side at such time as Duluth Street is constructed. Staff also feels that the junipers along Highway 61 are acceptable. Junipers should be added along the northerly lot line. The applicant said the revised conditions are acceptable with them. Vice Chairman Lydon moved the Board recommend approval of the proposed landscaping plan for the Datsun dealership on Highway 61 subject to the following conditions: 1. The flowering crabs proposed along the future Duluth Street shall be provided and shall be no smaller than one inch B and B. These trees shall be located in the center of the 15 foot wide green strip to protect them from street grading equipment when Duluth Street is built. 2. Junipers shall be added along the northerly lot line to be spaced at no more than 30 foot intervals. 3. The grass area along the Highway 61 frontage shall be sodded. Seed is acceptable along the remaining lot lines. 4. All required plantings that die shall be replaced by the applicant. 5. The applicant shall provide the City with an irrovacable letter of credit in the amount of 150 %, for the landscaping that has not been installed prior to occupancy. 6. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. 3M National Advertising Co. - Sign Jerry Osterleu, 3M Advertising Company was present at the meeting. They do propose to have four lights on the sign. Secretary Ekstrand said the applicant has indicated they would like to have the sign at least 20 feet higher than the rail of the track. This sign would have to be located 36 feet back from the lot line in order to have it 37 feet high to meet code. The applicant said it would be a problem to them to move the sign back further from the right of way. Secretary Ekstrand said if the applicant cannot meet the Code, a variance would have to be granted by the City Council. The applicant said he would rather leave the sign as proposed rather than go through a variance or moving it back to meet Code. He would talk to the railroad to obtain permission to have the sign as they propose. Vice Chairman Lydon moved the Board recommend approval of the billboard as proposed by 3M National Advertising Company, with the following conditions: 1. Applicant shall apply for the annual renewal of the billboard by the Review Board by June 30 each year. 2. Applicant shall obtain the required State and City permits for the proposed billboard. 3. Any ground area disturbed due to the construction of this sign, shall be restored to its original condition. 4. Applicant to conform to the the sign code in effect Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 8:27 P.M. Community DATE: MAY 12, 1981 PA a ageda TIME: 7:30 P.M. Design PLACE: 1380 FROST AVENUE , 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Cali 3. Approval of Minutes A. April 14, 1981 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business 6. Design Review A. Applicant: Landmark Design Proposal: Landscaping Plan (Knowlans) 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment DATE: MAY 26, 1981 Community cq W.4 s r TIME: 7:30 P.M. a a9e Design PLACE: 1380 FROST AVENUE • 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business A. Applicant: Landmark Design Proposal: Landscaping (Knowlans) B. Applicant: Hess Kline Proposal: Landscaping (Datsun) 6. Design Review A. Applicant: 3M National Advertising Co. Proposal: Sign 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment Community EWE' DATE: JUNE 9, 1981 a9e a Design ■ TIME: 7:30 P.M. PLACE: 1380 FROST AVENUE 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes A. May 12, 1981 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business A. Applicant: Hirshfields Landscaping Plan 6. Design Review A. Applicant: 3M Company Proposal: Cooling Tower B. Applicant: Inter City Oil Proposal: Building Remodel (K -Mart Service Station) C. Applicant: Gladstone Construction Proposal: Building /Site Review 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment DATE: JUNE 23, 1981 Community TIME: 7:30 P.M. agenda PLACE: 1380 FROST AVENUE Design • 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes A. May 12, 1981 B. May 26, 1981 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business 6. Design Review A. Applicant: Inter City Oil Proposal: Building Remodel (K -Mart Service Station) B. Applicant: Gladstone Construction Proposal: Building /Site Review C. Applicant: 3M Company Proposal: Cooling Tower 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY,JUNE 23, 1981 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Phillippi called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Tony Phillippi Present (Chairman) Garry Sjolander Absent Victor Lydon Present Donald Moe Present Robert Folley Present 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. April 12, 1981 Board Member Folley moved approval of the minutes of February 12, 1981 as submitted. Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. B. April 26, 1981 Board Member Lydon moved approval of the minutes of April 26, 1981 as submitted. Board Meber Folley seconded Ayes - all. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Board Member Lydon moved approval of the agenda as submitted. Board Member Phillippi seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Inter City Oil - Building Remodel (K -Mart Service Station) Ken Wingard, applicant, said he does agree with the staff's recommendation. Secretary Ekstrand presented for the Board's information the applicant's proposal for the canopy design. They will be selling gasoline, motor oil and cigarettes only. No debris should result from the operation. Chairman Phillippi asked what the hours of operation will be. The applicant said the same as the store (K- Mart). He said they would work with Staff on the landscaping plan. The trash containers would be taken inside at night when the station is not open. Board Member Folley moved the Board recommend approval of the proposed canopy and building changes with the following conditions: 1. Applicant to obtain all necessary City licenses and permits 2. Lighting from the canopy shall be directed or screened so not to cause any undue glare onto adjacent properties or roadways. 3. Approval by the Community Design Review Board does not constitute approval of a building permit. 4. Some plantings to be added along the North St. Paul Road frontage to help decorate the site. Plan to be submitted for review and approval by staff Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. B. Gladstone Construction - Building /Site Review Paul Cartier, applicant, said he agreed to staff's recommended conditions. Chairman Phillippi asked if there would be lighting in the building at night. Mr. Cartier said they would be installing security lighting for the site. Chairman Phillippi asked if the building would be setback 20 feet from the property line. Mr. Cartier said they would construct the one hour fire wall. Chairman Phillippi said he thought there should be some landscaping installed on the site. A plan could be submitted to staff. Board Member Moe moved the Board recommend approval of the proposed 36 by 64 foot storage building and also approval of the residing of the existing 24 by 88 foot office /storage building with the following conditions: 1. All debris on the site shall be removed prior to the issuance of a building permit. 2. The proposed building must be setback at least 20 feet from the westerly lot line or have a one hour fire wall constructed on its west elevation. 3. Approval of the Community Design Review Board does not constitute approval of a building permit. 4. Landscaping plan to be provided for staff approval. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. C. 3M Company - Cooling Tower Applicant not present at the meeting. Secretary Ekstrand presented the Board with a picture of the existing tower located at 3M. Board Member Folley moved the Board recommend approval of the proposed water cooling tower at 3M Company site. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS Secretary Ekstrand informed the Board that Garry Sjolander had submitted his resignation. 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 8:00 P.M. DATE: JULY 14, 1981 Community 8 0 TIME: 7:30 P.M. s h a agen PLACE: Design 1380 FROST AVENUE • 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes A. June 23, 1981 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business A. Applicant: BWBR Architects Proposal: Landscaping Plan (Concordia Arms) 6. Design Review A. Applicant: Health Resources Proposal: Sign Variance B. Applicant: Turnpike Properties - Proposal: Cricket Inn (Century Avenue) C. Resolution of Appreciation - Garry Sjolander D. Interviews 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment DATE: AUGUST 11, 1981 Community TIME: 7:30 P.M. AWE PLACE: 1380 FROST AVENUE a ge a n Design 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business 6. Design Review A. Applicant: Farview Sign Co. Proposal: Billboard (Kohlman and Highway 61) B. Applicant: Airport Partnership Proposal: Office /Warehouse Development (Highway 36) C. Applicant: Howard P. Christensen and Son, Inc. Proposal: Plan Review (Acorn Greenhouse) 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD MONDAY, JULY 14, 1981 7:30 P.M. 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Phillippi called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Tony Phillippi Present (Chairman) Victor Lydon Present Donald Moe Present Robert Folley Present 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. June 23, 1981 Board Member Lydon moved approval of the minutes of June 23, 1981 as submitted. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Secretary Ekstrand requested item 6B be eliminated from the agenda Chairman Phillippi moved approval of the agenda as amended. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. BWBR Architects - Landscaping Plan (Concordia Arms) Darwin Lindahl, BWBR Architects, indicated he had read the staff report and recommendation. They will substitute the apple trees with. Spring Snow Crab tree. This is a nonfruit bearing tree. Chairman Phillippi asked if there was anyone present who wished to comment on the proposal. Gary Bastian, 2997 Chisholm Parkway, said at the time of the neighborhood meetings on the plan, some of the neighbors had requested that there be a possibility of a fence along the easterly property line of the project. Some of the property owners did not want the fence. The neighborhood was never made aware of the size of the plantings or the amount of landscaping that would be installed. Secretary Ekstrand said he had called the new owners of the homes on Chisholm Parkway and they had indicated they were in favor of the fence. Peggy Sontage, 2963 Chisholm Parkway, said there is a small parcel of land that they were told is going to be park land. She requests the parcel also be landscaped. Secretary Ekstrand said he would contact the Community Services Director regarding maintenance of the property. The applicant said the reason the fence is to be installed five feet west of the east property line is because there is a five foot utility easement on the property. They will maintain the property. One of the residents said they would like to extend their east /West fence up to where this proposed fence is to be located. This would help prevent the use of the five foot area for a walkway by people wanting to use the park to the south of Concordia Arms. Hugh Sontag, 2963 Chisholm Parkway, they are in favor of the proposal to install a fence as indicated on the landscaping plan. They also wish to have east /west sections placed to prevent the use of the property as a walkway. Board Member Folley moved the Board recommend approval of the landscaping plan for the Concordia Arms Senior Citizen housing complex with the following conditions: 1. If the landscaping has not been installed by the time an occupancy permit is requested, the applicant shall provide the City with an irrevocable letter of crdit in the amount of 150% of the cost of the landscaping. 2. All required plant materials that die shall be replaced by the applicant. 3. Replace apple trees with nonfruit bearing trees 4. Neighbors to the east, in mutual agreement with owners of Concordia Arms may install sections of fencing to run east and west from the east property line of Concordia Arms to the north /south fencing being installed on the Concordia Arms property. 5. Maintenance to be by homeowners and /or Concordia Arms for that portion east of the north /south fence Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. Secretary Ekstrand informed the Board and residents that any construction of a fence on the easement is at the owner's risk. 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Health Resources - Sign Variance John Pelant, applicant, said he had read the staff report Secretary Ekstrand said that Mr. Pelant had talked with the surrounding property owners and they had no objection to the sign. Board Member Moe moved the Board recommend approval of the sign variance on the basis that: 1. The variance would be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the ordinance. 2. The sign ordinance does not recognize the need for special signage for community service centers in a residential district 3. The proposed sign would be attractive in appearance, would be compatible with the building, and would not be objectionable to the surrounding property owners. Approval is subject to the following conditions: 1. Sign copy shall be limited to tenant identification and program identification. 2. The temporary sign shall be removed 3. The applicant shall obtain a sign permit from Staff 4. If necessary, the illumination of the sign shall be shielded in a manner to protect adjacent property owners from any possible nuisance. 5. Sign lighting shall be extinguished at 11:00 P.M. 6. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. B. Resolution of Appreciation - Garry Sjolander Chairman Phillippi moved the Board forward the resolution of appreciation to Garry Sjolander Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. C. Interview The Board interviewed Tom Deans for the vacant position on the Board. Chairman Phillippi moved the Board recommend the City Council appoint Tom Deans to the vacant position on the Board Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 8:05 P.M. Community DATE: JULY 28, 1981 a 7:30 P.M. Design PLACE: 1380 FROST AVENUE • 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes A. July 14, 1981 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business A. Applicant: Maplewood Mall Proposal: Billboard Renewal 6. Design Review A. Applicant: Naegele Outdoor Advertising Company Proposal: Billboard (Highway 36 and 61) B, Applicant: Castle Design and Development Proposal: Building /Site Review (Linwood Heights) C. Applicant: Buetow and Associates, Inc. Proposal: Schroeder Milk Company 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD MONDAY, JULY 28, 1981, 7:30 P.M. 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Phillippi called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Tony Phillippi Present (Chairman) Victor Lydon Present Donald Moe Present Robert Folley Present 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. July 14, 1981 Board Member Lydon moved approval of the minutes of July 14, 1981 as submitted. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Secretary Ekstrand requested that the Naegele Outdoor Advertising Company be considered first. Chairman Phillippi moved approval of the agenda with the amendment to review item 6A first and item 5A last. Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Naegele Outdoor Advertising Company - Billboard (Highway 36 and 61) Ron Mielke with Naegele was present at the meeting. He said they would comply with staff's recommendation. The proposed sign will be a single pole design and will be high enough not to detract from the visibility of the store front or sign. The Board indicated they thought the surrounding property owners and businesses should be advised of the proposed location of the billboard. 1 7 -28 -81 The Board and Secretary Ekstrand discussed Code requirements for billboards. Board Member Moe moved this item be tabled until the surrounding businesses and property owners are notified of the proposed sign and they have an opportunity to comment on it at the Board meeting. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. Mr.Mielke requested a copy of the letter and the list of businesses and property owners it is sent to B. Castle Design and Development - Building /Site Review (Linwood Heights) Ken Gervais, applicant indicated he had read the Staff report and and discussed the concerns with Staff. Also present was Richard Krumm, architect. Mr. Gervais said the buildings will consist of groupings of 3 and 4. He said they would landscape each building as it is completed and occupied. The overall plan is designed to preserve the trees on the site. There will be 74 units in the development. The only change to the plan presented is that they propose to have aluminum soffit and fascia rather than the wood. Board Member Moe moved approval of the proposed building design and landscaping plans for Linwood Heights, subject to the following conditions: 1. All trees to be at least 2 1/2 inches in caliper, balled and burlapped 2. All required plant materials that die shall be replaced by the applicant. 3. The required landscaping shall be provided for each building prior to an occupancy permit being issued for each individual building. The City may issue the certificate of occupancy for the building upon receipt of irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of 150% to cover the cost of landscaping for that building if landscaping not provided by occupancy. 4. All townhouse units shall have a floor area of at least 1,150 square feet according to Code. 5. Submission of an erosion control plan, incorporating the Soil Conservation Services recommendations to the Director of Community Development, before building permits are issued. 6. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. C. Buetow and Associates, Inc. - Schroeder Milk Company Ernie Schroeder, Vice President of Schroeder Milk, said the addition is approximately 75 by 90 feet and will be a cooler. He said he had no objections to the conditions outlined in the Staff report. Board Members Folley and Moe indicated their concern with possible accidents with the amonia system. 2 7 -28 -81 Mr.Schroeder said they do not have excess storage for the system on the site. The applicant and the Board discussed the proposed landscaping. Board Member Lydon moved approval of the cooler addition for Schroeder Milk subject to the following conditions: 1. The existing paved parking lot shall be striped 2. Directional arrows shall be provided at entrances as shown on the site plan. 3. The landscaping along the southerly lot line and at the southwest corner of the property shall be completed as previously required. 4. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Phillippi seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Maplewood Mall - Billboard Renewal Secretary Ekstrand said this is for the annual review of the billboard. There is only one remaining. The billboard that was south of County Road C was removed. Board Member Moe moved approval to renew the sign permit for the Maplewood Mall billboard on Highway 61. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 8:36 P.M. 3 7 -28 -81 MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 1981 7:30 P.M. 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Lydon called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Victor Lydon Present (Chairman) Tony Phillippi Absent Donald Moe Absent Robert Folley Present Tom Deans Present 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Secretary Ekstrand requested that the Board add to the agenda "Sign Request - Bucks Furniture" as item 6 D. Board Member Folley moved approval of the agenda as amended. Chairman Lydon seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Farview Sign Co. - Billboard (Kohlman and Highway 61) Robert Hoster was present at the meeting. He indicated he had read the staff report . Chairman Lydon asked if this was a two sided sign. Mr. Hoster said no, it would be one sided. Chairman Lydon moved the Board approve the billboard for Farview Sign Company, subject to the following conditions: 1. Any ground area disturbed, due to the construction, removal, or use of this sign, shall be restored to its original condition. 2. The applicant shall obtain the required State and City permits. 3. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Deans seconded Ayes - all. B. Office /Warehouse Development - Airport Partnership (Germain Street) Bill Harrison, applicant was present at the meeting. Darrell Anderson, Architect,was also present. They agree with the conditions as outlined by Staff. He said they are presently working with the Watershed Board regarding the permit. Chairman Lydon asked what color the prefinished metal will be. The applicant said it will be of earth tone color. They will be use light colored brick. Mr. Anderson said on the east side of the building there is a steep slope. They are trying to do groupings of plantings. The do sod areas that do not have landscaping. They install underground sprinkler systems to maintain the landscaping and sodded areas. Board Member Folley moved the Board recommend approval of the design plans for the proposed office /warehouse complex on Highway 36 and Germain Street subject to the following conditions: 1. Approval of a special use permit and special exception by the City Council. 2. All exterior building equipment and roof top equipment shall be screened in a decorative fashion. 3. There shall be no outdoor storage of materials or equipment. Those businesses involved with exterior vehicle storage, such as vehicle rentals or moving companies, shall have one parking space for each such vehicle, in addition to those required by City Code. 4. An erosion control plan for the site during construction shall be pro- vided along with building permit application. 5. Site security lighting shall be provided and shall be directed so not to cause any undue glare onto adjacent properties or roadways. 6. There shall be continuous concrete curbing around the parking lot. 7. The parking lot shall be striped. 8. The landscaping plan shall be revised and resubmitted for Staff approval 9. Trash containers shall be kept between the two buildings. 10. If landscaping is not provided by the time an occupancy permit is requested, the applicant shall provide an irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of 150% of the cost of the landscaping as guarantee. 11. All required plant materials that die shall be replaced by the applicant. 12. A final drainage plan shall be approved by the City Engineer. Included with this plan shall be the dedication of drainage ease- ments for the holding pond and any storm water pipes required. 13. Approval of plans by the Board does not constitute approval of building permits. 14. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. C. Howard P. Christensen and Son, Inc. - Plan Review (Acorn Greenhouses) Dennis Peck, Votel Development, said they have reviewed staff recommendations and do not have objections to them. They are presently having a landscaping plan drawn up. They will submit it to staff as soon as it is ready. The applicant, Secretary Ekstrand and Board discussed the size of the units. Mr Peck said they would be using earth tones on the buildings. The design is such, it appears as a large single family home. They have approval from the Ramsey - Washington Metro Watershed Board for the design. The plan does indicate some of the erosion control devices they intend to use. Chairman Lydon moved that the Board recommend approval of the building design and landscaping plans subject to the following conditions: 1. A revised landscaping plan shall be submitted for Staff approval identifying tree species and providing for foundation plantings in front of each building. 2. Deciduous trees shall have at least 2 1/2 inch caliper and be balled and burlapped. Conifers shall be minimum of six feet tall. 3. All required plant materials that die shall be replaced by the applicant. 4. The applicant shall provide the City with an irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of 150% of the cost of the landscaping for each building, if the plantings have not been provided for that building by the time of occupancy. 5. The applicant shall meet minimum floor area requirements as required by Code for the duplex and quads. 6. The applicant shall submit an erosion control plan to be implemented during construction, along with the application for building permit. 7. Approval of the preliminary plat and planned unit development by the City Council. 8. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. D. Temporary Sign - Buck's Furniture (3000 White Bear Avenue) Secretary Ekstrand said the Maplewood Plaza has received all of their permits for portable signs for the year. They wish special approval to have a temporary sign for 1 1/2 weeks for Buck's Furniture. Staff is recommending approval. Staff is also recommending no other such permits be approved at the Plaza and the Board suggest a revision to the sign plan to construct a permanent type readerboard sign. Chairman Lydon moved the Board approve a portable sign permit for Buck's Unpainted Furniture from August 15 through August 31. Further, no additional extended sign permits shall be issued for the Maplewood Plaza until a permanent message board is approved by the City and erected. The owner of the property should be notified to pursue a signage plan utilizing a permanent changable copy sign. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 8:58 P.M. MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8,1981, 7:30 P.M. 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Lydon called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Victor Lydon Present (Vice Chairman) Donald Moe Present Robert Folley Present Tom Deans Present Tony Phillippi Absent 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. August 11, 1981 Board Member Folley moved approval of the minutes of August 11_, 1981 as resented. Board Member Moe seconded. Ayes - all. 4 APPROVAL OF AGENDA Secretary Ekstrand said the applicant has withdrawn his request for the review of Maplewood Car Wash. Staff suggests the agenda be amended to delete that item and add "Building and Site Review - White Bear Avenue (Shopping center) The Board approved the agenda as amended, 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Building and Site Review - White Bear Avenue Associates (Shopping Center) Richard Schreier, 2125 DeSoto, representing the applicants, discussed the history of the property with the Board. He indicated there have been revisions made to the plan. They are proposing 180 parking stalls, the Code calls for 162. Therefore, there would be sufficient parking provided for the restaurant. All parking stalls are now planned at 10 foot widths. Secretary Ekstrand said that Code requirements for parking have to be met unless a variance is obtained from the Council Secretary Ekstrand explained what type of facility Pizza Time Restaurant is. He explained the procedured followed in establishing the number of parking stalls required for the facility. The Board and the applicant discussed the different types of uses that would be permitted under the Business Commercial zoning category and the number of parking stalls required to service the use. The applicant requested the Board make a decision on the site and building plans with the exception of the parking. This item could be reviewed by the City Council. Secretary Ekstrand presented copies of the design criteria established by the City Council for the property in 1973 during the rezoning from Farm to Limited Business Commercial. The Board and the applicant discussed the criteria as it relates to the proposed development. The Board discussed whether 5 or 6 feet of landscaping would be sufficient to buffer the park property. The applicant said they would have sufficient area to provide approximately a 10 foot landscaped area. That would not affect the location of the building. If too large of a landscaped area is requested, then the parking would not function in the front of the building and that would present a hardship. The applicant said he was anxious to obtain approval on the plan so he could begin construction before cold weather. He does not feel the code is clear on parking requirements and would like an interpretation from the Council. Board Member Deans moved the Board deny the proposed retail facility on the basis that the parking situation is not acceptable due to_a_ possible discrepancy in the interpretation of the ordinance concerning X t i rafltJ rki ng .._i n a multi-use retai 1 center.___ The Board_ does not approve of the site plan until further input is received from Staff. Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 10:12 P.M. DATE: SEPTEMBER 8, 1981 Community TIME: 7:30 P.M. itgj a age PLACE: 1380 FROST AVENUE Design 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes A. August 11, 1981 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business 6. Design Review A. Applicant: Warren Montpetit Proposal: Maplewood Car Wash (County Road D) 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 1981, 7:30 P.M. 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Phillippi called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Tony Phillippi Present (Chairman) Victor Lydon Present Robert Folley Present Donald Moe Absent Tom Deans Absent 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. September 8, 1981 Board Member Lydon moved approval of the minutes of September 8, Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Secretary Ekstrand requested the Board add to their agenda, Item 6 A. "Building Site Review - Wirewood Construction (Duplex) McKnight Road ". Chairman Phillippi moved a..roval of the agenda as amended Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Otto Bonestroo - Carlton Racquetball Club Landscaping Plan Brad Lemberg, with Bonestroo and Associates, said he would like to discuss Staff's recommendations with the Board. He said the spruce were intended to screen the parking lot. If staff is concerned that the trees will interfer with the power lines in the future, possibly they could eliminate the three trees mentioned. He said he would like to keep them between 3 and 4 feet. Secretary Ekstrand said he was concerned if the trimming did not continue, it could cause a problem with the utility lines. 1 9 -22 -81 The Board suggested a different type of planting be used that would not interfere with the power line. Mr. Lemberg said would like to move the Maple trees to the north end as the triangle area in the parking lot would be too small for that type of tree. The Board asked if the applicant had considered installing otentil as they do not get high. p las Board Member Folley moved the Board recommend approval of the landscaping for Carlton Racquetball Club subject to the following conditions: 1. The spruce trees located under the power lines shall be replaced with potentillas along the westerly lot line. These are the three northerly spruce. 2. The maple at the north shall be relocated to the north end of the parking lot. 3. The spruce shown as #7 is to be eliminated 4. The maple tree on the island will be moved to the southeast so it will not interfere with power line. 5. Number 3 maple tree at the southern end of the landscape will be eliminated. 6. All deciduous trees shall be at least 2 1/2 inch balled and burlapped. 7. All required plant materials that die shall be replaced by the owner/ applicant. 8. If the landscaping is not installed by the time of occupancy, the applicant shall provide the City with an irrevocable letter of credit, made out to the City of Maplewood in the amount of 150% of the cost of the land- scaping, to guarantee that it will be installed. Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Western State Bank - Temporary Bank Bob Egge, architect for project, and Dennis Perchol, representing the bank, were present at the meeting. The parking does meet the City requirements. The landscaping is outlined on the plan, however, they have added three small trees in front of the building, sunburst locust. The temporary building is a premanufactured building. Lighting is being provided on the building for security purposes. Chairman Phillippi asked when the permanent building will be constructed. Mr. Perchol said after they have been in the temporary building for one year, they will have an idea as to how the business is operating. He anticipate 2 1/2 to 3 years in the temporary building. 2 9 -22 -81 The Board suggested a time limit be established for how long this facility can stay on the site. Board Member Lydon moved the Board recommend approval of the temporary bank for Western State Bank based on the findings that: 1. The design and location of the proposed development and its relationship to neighboring or existing or proposed developments and traffic is such that it will not impair the desirability of investment or occupation in the neighborhood; that it will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring, existing or proposed developments; and that it will not create traffic hazards or congestion. 2. The design and location of the proposed development is in keeping with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and is not detrimental to the harmonious, orderly, and attractive development contemplated by this ordinance and the City Comprehensive Municipal Plan. 3. The design and location of the proposed development would provide a desirable environment for its occupants, as well as for its neighbors, and that it is aesthetically of good composition, materials, textures and colors. Approval is subject to the following conditions: 1. Approval of the Board does not constitute approval of a building permit. 2. New deeds shall be recorded for this property as was conditioned upon approval of the lot split for this site. The deeds shall be recorded prior to the issuance of a building permit. 3. Final grading, drainage, and utility connection plans shall be subject to approval by the City Engineer. 4. The applicant shall obtain State permits for access and drainage. 5. Traffic signage shall be provided and shall be subject to the approval of the Director of Public Safety. 6. The applicant shall install interior sprinkler system and any other fire safety precautions as may be required by the Director of Public Safety. The provision of water supply to be approved by the Director of Public Safety. 7. If outdoor trash storage is used the dumpster must be concealed in a masonry enclosure and be of a design and color compatible with the building and have a closable gate. S. Curbing and parking lot striping is approved as shown on the site plan. 9. Any exterior building or roof top equipment shall be screened in a decorative manner. Screening to be approved by Staff. r 3 Q-22-P1 10. Landscaping shall be added on the westerly side of the building as shown along the south elevation. 11. Security lighting shall be provided and shall be directed to not cause any excessive glare onto adjacent properties or roadways. 12. An erosion control plan shall be submitted for approval at the time of application for a building permit. 13. All required plant materials that die shall be replaced by the applicant. 14. If landscaping has not been installed by the time an occupancy permit is requested the applicant shall provide an irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of 150% of the cost of the landscaping to guarantee its installation. 15. The temporary structure shall be removed five years from date of occupancy. Board Member Phillippi seconded Ayes - all. B. Double Dwelling - McKnight Road (Werzig) Secretary Ekstrand said a site plan has not been presented by the applicant. He requested the Board review the elevations of the building, and give staff authority to approve the site plan.The only buildable portion of the lot is the northerly part, the balance is to be a holding pond. Chairman Phillippi moved that the applicant present to the Board a site plan at the next Board meeting for their consideration. Also, the applicant is requested to attend the Board meeting. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS Secretary Ekstrand said the Council would like to have a joint meeting with the Board and the Planning Commission. He asked if October 26 would be acceptable. The Board indicated this would be acceptable. 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 8:50 P.M. 4 n 7• 01 DATE: SEPTEMBER 22, 1981 Community TIME: 7:30 P.M. $ ' PLACE: 1380 FROST AVENUE age Design 1, Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes A. September 8, 1981 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business A. Applicant: Otto Bonestroo Proposal: Carlton Racquetball Club Landscaping Plan - 6. Design Review A, Applicant: Western State Bank Proposal: Building Site Review - Temporary Bank 7. Visitor Presentations 8, Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10, Adjournment MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 1981 7:30 P.M. 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Phillippi called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Tony Phillippi Present (Chairman) Victor Lydon Present Robert Folley Absent Donald Moe Present Tom Deans Present (arrived 7:37) 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Board Member Moe said he did arrive at the meeting late (September 22) Board Member Moe moved approval of the minutes of September 22, 1981 as corrected. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Chairman Phillipp moved approval of the agenda as submitted. Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. John Wirsig - Double dwelling (McKnight and Highwood) Mr. Wirsig said he did not object to staff's recommendations.He is working with the Building Official on the construction of the greenhouses. He is proposing to plat lilac bushes along the north property line and would also include the trees as suggested by staff. Board Member Moe moved the Board recommend approval of the proposed double dwelling subject to the following conditions: 1. A grading and drainage plan shall be approved by the City Engineer. 2. There shall be no future subdividing of this structure for separate ownership of the living units. 3. There shall be no utility meters located on the westerly side of the building. 4. Applicant shall comply with the following erosion control measures recommend by the District Soil Conservationist: Erosion control measures are needed on any areas over 6% in slope where construction activity disturbs existing vegetation. Lots 1 and 4 in particular may require attention. All dis- turned slopes should be covered with mulch at the rate of 3000- 4000 lbs /acre. If sodding does not immediately follow final grading then rye should be seeded under the mulch at the rate of 1 1/2 bu /ac. to provide temporary cover. 5. This approval does not include the greenhouse. The greenhouse shall be subject to approval by the Building Official. 6. There shall be at least two trees provided along the northerly lot line (one in front of each proposed dwelling), to provide some softening of the proposed driveway, garages and structures. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Richard Schreier - Double Dwellings (Southlawn Drive) Mr. Schreier said he was concerned with the recommendation to include trees in the rear yard, he did not think the rear appearance of this duplex would look any different than a single family home. He would prefer that an owner install the trees the way they wish. He said he would put some plantings to the north for screening. Chairman Phillippi moved the Board recommend approval of the proposed double bungalows on Southlawn Drive subject to the following conditions: 1. There shall not be any utility meters or permanent air conditioning units located on the westerly side of the structures. 2. Each dwelling unit shall have some kind of planting material in the rear yard of each unit. To be reviewed and approved by staff. 3. Screening to be installed to the north, subject to staff approval. 4. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. B. Warren Montpetit - Car Wash - County Road D Ken Nordby, representing the applicant and architects for the project. They have no objections to the staff report. They have revised the plans to provide a 20 foot drive in the back of the building. This will comply with Fire Department requests. The Board and the applicant discussed the number of parking stalls to be provided for the site. Mr. Nordby said they are presently having landscaping plans drawn for the site. The Board and the applicant also discussed when this building would be constructed. Board Member Lydon moved the Board recommend approval of the proposed car wash on County Road D, subject to the following conditions: 1. Approval of plans by the Community Design Review Board does not constitute approval of a building permit. 2. All exterior or rooftop equipment shall be screened in a decorative fashion subject to Staff approval. 3. The trash enclosure shall be constructed of masonry material, shall stand at least five feet tall, have a closable gate, and be a color compatible with the main building 4. The applicant shall obtain a driveway permit from Ramsey County. 5. Access ways shall be properly marked with stop signs and directional arrows. 6. The parking lot shall be striped and handicap parking shall be indicated. 7. Site security lighting shall be provided. 8. Continuous concrete curbing shall be provided around the parking lot. 9. An erosion control plan, shall be provided at the time of building permit application to assure environmental protection during construction. 10. All lawn areas shall be sodded and all deciduous trees shall be at least 2 1/2 inch B and B 11. All required City licenses shall be obtained. 12. Business signage is not to be considered as part of this approval. Signage will be handled by Staff. 13. The final grading, drainage and utility plan shall be subject to City Engineer approval. 14. The nine foot wide parking stalls shall be posted for "employee parking" and the remaining five spaces as "customer parking ". 15. The twelve foot wide drive lane north of the building shall be increased to at least eighteen feet. This revision is subject to Staff approval. 16. Landscaping approved according to the plan dated 10- 2 -81.. If the landscaping is not installed by occupancy the applicant shall provide the City with an irrevocable letter of credit made out to the City of Maplewood in the amount of 150% of the cost of the landscaping. 17. All required plant materials that die shall be replaced by the applicant or owner. 18. owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Deans seconded Ayes - all. C. Interview Chairman Phillippi moved the Board recommend to the City Council that Dean Hedlund be appointed to the vacant position on the Board. Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 8:30 P.M. Community DATE: OCTOBER 13, 1981 TIME: 7:30 P.M. n agenda Design s PLACE: 1380 FROST AVENUE 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes A. September 22, 1981 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business A. Applicant: John Wirsig Proposal: Double Dwelling F I i 6. Design Review A.. Applicant: Richard Schreier Proposal: Two Double Dwellings B. Applicant: Warren Montpetit Proposal: Car Wash C. Interview 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment L- I MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 1981, 7:30 P.M. 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Phillippi called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Tony Phillippi Present (Chairman) Victor Lydon Absent Donald Moe Present Robert Folley Present Tom Deans Present 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Board Member Folley moved approval of the agenda as presented Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Mount Zion Temple - Trailer Home Jesse Rosten, Executive Secretary of Cemetery, said they are requesting approval to have a mobile home on the property to be used as a caretakers residence. They just burned the home that was used as the residence. They believe having the residence at the cemetery helps to prevent vandalism. The Board discussed with the applicant the recommendations suggested by Staff. Board Member Folley moved that the Board recommend approval of the mobile home for Mount Zion Cemetery, subject to the following conditions: 1. The trailer home shall be setback at least 140 feet east of the cemetery fence along Payne Avenue, on the northerly side of vacated Kingston Avenue. 2. The trailer home shall be connected to sanitary sewer. 3. The trailer home shall be anchored to the ground. Anchoring to be approved by the Building Official. 4. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Ayes - all. Board Member Deans seconded B. White Bear Avenue Associates - Shopping Center Carl Lien, representing the owners in the coordination of the project. Jerry Mogren, one of the owners of the property was also present at the meeting. Mr. Mogren described alternatives of landscaping the area adjacent to the park. Secretary Ekstrand said the Community Services Director had suggested a wood chip mulch for the berm so it would be maintenance free. Mr. Mogren said he thought it would be better and less problem with maintenance to use sod on the berm. The Board discussed with the applicant the methods for screening of the roof top equipment. It was also suggested that the rear of the equipment also be screened. Chairman Phillippi asked if there was anyone else present who wished to comment on the proposal. Mrs. Qually of the Maplewood Parks Commission presented their recommendation. They are suggesting a landscaped, six foot high berm along the east property line and also continuance of the sidewalk along White Bear Avenue. The roof top equipment should be suitably screened. The spruce trees would provide a better screen for the park as they do remain green throughout the winter. Mary Cornelius, their property boarders the park, asked if they could request later to have the fence installed on top of the berm if it did not provide the necessary privacy. The applicant and the Board indicated they did not think a fence would look the best on top of the berm. Board Member Moe moved the Board recommend approval of the site and landscaping plans and building elevations for the Maplewood East Shopping Center subject to the following conditions: I. Landscaping 1. The ground cover along the front lot line shall be sod0< Rock or Wood chip mulch shall be used in landscaped areas along the building front, and sod shall be used between the rear curb line and the planting line on top of the berm. 2. The Dogwoods proposed on top of the rear berm shall be substituted with at least three foot tall Spruce plated at the same spacing. This is to provide sufficient screening across the rear of the property. Evergreens to be planted at sufficient intervals to provide this screening. 3. The landscaping plan along the front lot line shall be revised to include boulevard trees planted at 30 feet on center The ten Amur Maples may be omitted. 4. All required plantings that die shall be replaced by the applicant or owner. 5. If the landscaping is not installed by the time of occupancy the applicant shall provide an irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of 150% of the cost of the landscaping to the City of Maplewood. II. Signage The Board further recommends that the sign plan be tabled until the applicant has prepared an accurate and complete representation of the proposed signage. III. Building Design 1. The same design treatment that is proposed on the front elevation shall be applied to the north and south elevations. This does not mean, however, that the covered walkway must be continued along those sides. 2. The cedar parapet shown on the front elevation shall be continued along the rear of the building. 3. If the parapet around the building does not adequately screen roof top equipment, additional screening shall be provided subject to Staff approval. 4. Revised plans,showing changes, shall be submitted to staff for final approval. IV. Site 1. If outdoor trash storage is to be used there shall be only one receptacle for joint use by all tenants. In such case, there must be a masonry enclosure around the dumpster, be of a color and material compatible to the building and have a closeable gate. Location and appearance is subject to Staff approval. 2. The rear yard setback shall be maintained at ho less than five feet as required by City Council. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all C. Curbing Alternatives The Board reviewed the alternative concrete curbs as shown in the "Curbstone" plans and found them to be an acceptable alternative to poured curbs, if installed by a licensed contractor and according to manufacturers specifications. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 9:20 P.M. Community DATE: OCTOBER 27, 1981 m 0 TIME: 7:30 P.M. Design agenda PLACE: 1380 FROST AVENUE 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business 6. Design Review A. Applicant: Mount Zion Temple Proposal: Trailer Home B. Applicant: White•Bear Avenue Associates Proposal: Shopping Center C. Curbing Alternatives 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment t Community DATE: NOVEMBER 10, 1981 ArTIF a ageda TIME: 7:30 P.M. Design PLACE: 1380 FROST AVENUE 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes A. October 13, 1981 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business 6. Design Review A. Applicant: Turnpike Properties Midwest, Inc. Proposal: Cricket Inn - Building /Site Review 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 1981 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Phillippi called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Tony Phillippi Present (Chairman) Victor Lydon Absent Donald Moe Present Robert Folley Present Tom Deans Present Dean Hedlund Present 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. October 13, 1981 Correct: Page 1, item 4, correct spelling of "Phillippi "; item 5A, first paragraph, line 3, "plat" should be "plant" Board Member Moe moved approval of the minutes of October 13, 1981 as corrected. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Board Member Deans moved approval of the agenda as submitted. Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Turnpike Properties Midwest, Inc. - Cricket Inn Tim Adams , applicant, indicated the conditions outlined in the Staff report are acceptable. Secretary Ekstrand said he did receive photos of what the building will look like. After reviewing the photos, he thought the exter±ior building materials, as presented, 'would be acceptable. The Board also thoughtthe appearance as presented, would be acceptable. The applicant said they have requested reconsideration from the City of Oakdale for sewer and water services. The applicant said they would like to begin construction of the restaurant about the same time as the motel. The Board discussed with the applicant his proposed landscaping plan. The suggested additional landscaping along the westerly property line. The applicant said they would be glad to submit a new landscaping plan for staff review and approval. The Board questioned if the rooftop equipment would be completely screened. The applicant indicated it would be screened.. Board Member Moe moved the plans for the Cricket Inn be approved with the following conditions: 1. No buildingpermit may be issued until the vacation of Century Avenue is filed with Ramsey and Washington Counties and all conditions of the vacation met. 2. Approval of design plans does not constitute approval of a building permit. 3. The landscaping plan shall be approved subject to plantings of a Type A variety being installed along the westerly lot line. These plantings to be reviewed and approved by Staff. A revised plan to be submitted. 4. No building construction will be allowed on any easement, without the approval of the agency holding that easement. 5. The parking lot shall be striped and continuous concrete curbing shall be provided around the entire parking lot, except for that section adjacent to the future restaurant site. 6. All exterior building or roof -top equipment shall be decoratively screened or hidden from view. 7. The applicant shall obtain approval from Mn /DOT to do any work on the State drainage easement and for driveway access. 8. Parking lot and driveway signage shall be provided and shall be subject to the approval of the Director of Public Safety. 9. Fire hydrants shall be provided as per the specifications of the Fire Marshal. 10. The drainage plan is subject to the approval of the City Engineer. 11. Approval of business signs will be handled by Staff. 12. If outdoor trash storage is used, the dumpster shall be enclosed in a masonry enclosure with a closable gate and be a color compatible with the building. The location and construction of the enclosure is subject to Staff approval. 13. The applicant shall provide a plan for erosion control during construction. This plan must be approved prior to the issuance of a building or grading permit. 14. The applicant shall provide written permission from the City of Oakdale for the use of Oakdale's water and sanitary sewer facilities, prior to obtaining a building permit unless a suitable alternative is approved by Maplewood's City Engineer. 15. If the required landscaping for the Cricket Inn site is not installed by occupancy, the applicant shall provide an irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of 150% of the cost of the landscaping as a guarantee. 16. All required plantings that die shall be replaced by the applicant or owner. 17. All perimeter green areas shall be sodded except for the area adjacent to the proposed gravel path. Ground cover (mulch, plantings, etc.) in this area shall be subject to Staff approval 18. The concrete block exterior shall be of a texture and color to be determined by the developer and staff. 19. Exemption of the DNR's recommendations for shoreland development 20. The "Potential Access to the Frontage Road" is not included in this approval and shall be subject to review and approval by Staff. 21. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 8:50 P.M. MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1981 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Phillippi called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Tony Phillippi Present (Chairman) Victor Lydon Present Donald Moe Present Robert Folley Absent Tom Deans Present (arrived 7:37 P.M.) Dean Hedlund Present 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. October 27, 1981 Correct: Page 2, B. I. 1., line one, "sode" should be "sod" Board Member Moe moved approval of the minutes of October 27, 1981 as corrected. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes -all 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Board Member Lydon moved approval of the agenda as submitted. Chairman Phillippi seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Ralph Nadeau - Storage Building, Keller Golf Course Ralph Nadeau was present at the meeting and indicated that he is just constructing the building, Ramsey County would be responsible for any landscaping. Secretary Ekstrand said a representative of Ramsey County had indicated they would be willing to install some trees to screen the building. Board Member Deans moved the Board recommend approval of the building plans for the Keller Golf Course , subject to the submittal of a landscaping plan providing for screening along the Highway 61 frontage. The landscaping plan to be reviewed and approved by staff. The color of the building is also to be reviewed and approved by staff. Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - all. B. Twin City Obstetrics & Gynecology - Building /Site Review Dr. Jerome Shereck was present at the meeting and indicated he had read the Staff report and had no objections to the conditions. Chairman Phillippi moved the Board recommend approval of the proposed two -story office building for the Maplewood Medical Clinic, subject to the following conditions: 1. Approval of design plans does not constitute approval of a building permit. 2. All roof top and exterior building equipment shall be screened in a decorative manner subject to approval by Staff. 3. The final drainage plan shall be subject to approval by the City Engineer. 4. All existing buildings shall be removed. 5. Approval of a special exception by the City Council. 6. The landscaping plan shall be resubmitted for Board approval providin a complete planting schedule and providing for additional screening along all property lines. 7. The trash enclosure shall be constructed of masonry material to match the building and have a closable gate. 8. Site security lighting and stop signs shall be provided. 9. The parking lot shall be striped and have continuous concrete curbing. 10. The applicant shall provide an erosion control plan for the period during construction which shall be submitted for Staff approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. 11. A State permit is required for driveway access and drainage prior to the issuance of a building permit. 12. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 7:58 P.M. Commty uni DATE: NOVEMBER 24, 1981 co ° la TIME: 7:30 P.M. Cea' ,a woad � ;' a 9e n I a Design PLACE: 1380 FROST AVENUE 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes A. October 27, 1981 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business 6. Design Review A. Applicant: Ralph Nadeau Construction Co. Proposal: Storage Building - Keller Golf Course B. Applicant: Twin City Obstetrics and Gynecology, LTD. Proposal: Building /Site Review - Office Building 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment Community DATE: DECEMBER 8, 1981 EWE' - 8 ° TIME: 7:30 P.M. :44 d n age a Design PLACE: 1380 Frost Avenue 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes A. November 10, 1981 B. November 24, 1981 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business A. Applicant: White Bear Avenue Associates Proposal: Sign Plan 6. Design Review A. Applicant: Maplewood Dental Specialists Proposal: Building /Site Review (White Bear Avenue and llth) B. Applicant: 3M Company Proposal: Building Addition ( #210) 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1981, 7:30 P.M. 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Board Member Folley called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Tony Phillippi Absent Victor Lydon Absent Donald Moe Present Robert Folley Present Tom Deans Present Dean Hedlund Present 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. November 10, 1981 Board Member Moe .rnave„ :ppr rat y ,f the minutes, of November y 10 1 1981 as- s..lmi tted Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. B. November 24, 1981 Board Member Moe mmte sLapproyal_ o the ,..minutes of..,,Nover her..,2 1981 . as submitted. Board Member Folley seconded Ayes - all. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Board Member Folley moved approval of the agenda as submitted.,, Board Member Deans seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. White Bear Avenue Associates - Sign Plan. Richard Schreier, applicant, said he could see no problems with the Staff recommendations. The Board discussed with the applicant the size of the individual stores within the shopping center. Board Member Deans mo e4 the Board recommend.,approval,,of the �omprehensive_ Plan for the Maplewood East Shopping Center with the _foi lDwi:ng_ criteria:., Fascia Signs (West Elevation) 1. Signs shall be composed of individual letters and shall be no more than 36 inches in height. Lettering is not restricted to any particular style. 2. Signs may be internally illuminated. Lighting fixtures attached to the building to illuminate an unlit sign are prohibited. 3. Signs may have one line of copy above another line but the total height shall not exceed 36 inches. 4. There are no restrictions as to color. 5. A sign shall not cover more than 80% of the linear distance of the store front to which it is attached. However, all signs shall be set in at least 18 inches from the borders of the tenant's lease area. Signs must be centered in front of each store. 6. Logos may be used in the allocated sign area but are subject to the size limitation. Logos may be used on the store front by the door but shall not exceed four feet by four feet in size. There shall be no more than one logo per tenant frontage. Fascia Signs (North and South Elevations) 1. Signs shall be canister type signs and shall not exceed 48 inches in height. 2. Signs may be internally illuminated. Lighting fixtures attached to the building to illuninate an unlit sign are prohibited. 3. There are no restrictions as to color. 4. Canister signs shall not cover more than 60% of the linear distance of the building elevation to which it is attached. 5. Signs shall only be permitted within the allocated sign area. 6. Only one sign per elevation is permitted. Fascia Signs (East Elevation) 1. Business Signs are prohibited. 2. One sign per tenant, being no larger than one square foot in size, may be used to identify the rear entrance to a store. These signs may only be permitted adjacent to doors. Freestanding Sign Approved as proposed. In general, any time a sign is replaced all homes shall be repaired or covered to avoid scarring of the fascia. The owner and applicant agree to the above in writing. Board Member Hedlund seconded Ayes - all. 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Maplewood Dental Specialists - White Bear Avenue and llth Dennis McMann was present representing Maplewood Dental Specialists. The Board suggested this item be tabled at this time to enable the applicant to review the staff report. B. 3M Company - Building Addition to #210 Board Member Moe moved the Board approve the proposed 3M Company building addition to #210, transformer building, as presented. Board Member Hedlund seconded Ayes - all A. Maplewood Dental Specialists - (Continued) The applicant and the Board discussed the proposed number of parking stalls. They also reviewed the type of use the building will have. Mrs. Fernow and Mrs. Louis Tammarath were present at the meeting and indicated they were concerned that the additional storm water going into the sewer will create more ponding in the rear yards and requested the runoff be diverted in another direction other than to the north. They also commented on the height of the building. The Board suggested using landscaping to screen the building from the adjacent residences. The applicant said he could install a fence or hedge for screening. Board Member Hedlund moved the Board recommend approval of the proposed dental office on the basis that: 1. The design and location of the proposed development and its relationship to neighboring or existing or proposed developments and traffic is such that it will not impair the desirability of investment or occupation in the neighborhood; that it will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of the neighboring, existing or proposed developments, and that it will not create traffic hazards or congestion. 2. The design and location of the proposed development is in keeping with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and is not detrimental to the harmonious, orderly, and attractive development contemplated by this ordinance and the City Comprehensive Municipal Plan. 3. The design and location of the proposed development would provide a desirable environment for its occupants, as well as for its neighbors, and that is aesthetically of good composition, materials, textures and colors. Approval is subject to the following conditions: 1. Approval of plans by the Board does not constitute approval of a building permit. 2. The site plan labeled "Scheme B Parking" date stamped 12 -4 -81 is approved, but approval is contingent upon the developer obtaining fee title of that section of land of the llth Avenue Easement. The following revisions, however, shall be made to the site plan for Staff approval: a. The southerly parking row shall be setback fifteen feet from the future southerly lot line of the site after the acquisition of the property covered by the "llth Avenue easement b. Two parking stalls shall be added for a total of forty -five spaces. 3. If the developer does not acquire this land to the south, a revised site plan shall be resubmitted for Board approval. 4. A driveway permit must be obtained from Ramsey County for the access to White Bear Avenue. 5. An erosion control plan for the construction period shall be submitted at the time of building permit application. 6. Cash connection charges shall be paid to the cities of North St. Paul and Maplewood prior to the issuance of a building permit. 7. The applicant shall dedicate the westerly 27 feet of the subject property to Ramsey County prior to obtaining a building permit. 8. The parking lot shall be striped and shall have continuous concrete curbing provided. 9. Site security lighting shall be installed. Lighting shall be directed or screened so not to cause any undue glare onto adjacent properties or roadways. 10. The final grading and drainage plan shall be subject to approval by the City Engineer. 11. Traffic signage shall be provided and be subject to the approval of the Director of Public Safety. 12. If there is any roof top or exterior building equipment, it shall be screened in a decorative fashion, subject to Staff approval. 13. The trash enclosure shall have a closable gate. 14. Approval of signs will be handled by Staff. 15. The landscaping plan shall be resubmitted providing for a 6 foot tall fence required to run the length of this site and the Spiral Arborvitaes to be replaced with 2 1/2" B & B Russian Olives, to serve as a buffer for the neighbor to the north. 16. All required plant materials that die shall be replaced by the applicant. 17. If the landscaping is not installed by occupancy, the developer shall provide an irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of 150% of the estimated cost, as a guarantee. 18. The White Bear Avenue curb cut shall be marked for a right turn exit only. 19. Owner and applicant agree to the above conditions in writing. Board Member Deans seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 8:50 P.M. DATE: December 22, 1981 Community TIME: 7 :30 P.M. E o PLACE: a gencia Design 1380 Frost Avenue 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Unfinished Business 6. Design Review A. Applicant: Maplewood Family Practice Clinic Proposal: Sign Variance (1814 North St. Paul Road) B. Applicant: McKnight Townhomes Proposal: Sign Variance (384 McKnight Road South) 7. Visitor Presentations 8. Board Presentations 9. Staff Presentations 10. Adjournment • • MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1981,7:30 P.M. 1380 FROST AVENUE, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Phillippi called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Tony Phillippi Present Victor Lydon Present Donald Moe Present Robert Folley Present Tom Deans Present Dean Hedlund Present 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Board Member Folley moved approval of the agenda as submittal_ Board Member Hedlund seconded Ayes - all. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. DESIGN REVIEW A. Maplewood Family Practice Clinic - Sign Variance (1814 North St. Paul Road) Dr. Chuck Dunham, said he had read the staff's report. He felt they needed the sign to better advertise their facility and because of increased competition. He did not think it would be aesthetically pleasing to install their sign on the same pole with the other building tenant. They have erected a similar sign in the Scenic Hills area clinic and feel it made a definite improvement in their business. The Board discussed with the applicant and Secretary Ekstrand the existing signs in the area. Chairman Phillippi moved the Board recommend denial of the proposed sign variance to erect a second freestanding sign on the basis that: 1. The proposed sign would not be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the ordinance since it would add to sign clutter. 2. There are no circumstances unique to the applicant's property which cause an undue hardship. Board Member Moe seconded Ayes - 5 Abstained - 1 (Member Folley) Amu The Board discussed with the applicant the redesigning of the sign to make it a low profile sign. Chairman Phillippi moved the Board reconsider the motion of denial. Board Member Hedlund seconded Ayes - all. Chairman Phillippi moved the Board rescind their motion of denial Board Member Hedlund seconded Ayes - all. Board Member Deans raoved..t Baard.table_ the_.re , ested variance until a, revised plan is submi Board Member Hudlund seconded Ayes - all. B. McKnight Townhomes - Sign Variance (384 S. McKnight) Board Member Fo11ey moved_ th.e,, Board_ me recpmI approval „o f. the s, „gn Maxi anc _fo.r_ McKnight Ia►aahomes__has.ed._wa._. _..,findings v. that: 1. The proposed sign would meet the spirit and intent of the Sign Code. 2. The proposed sign would be attractive in appearance and would be compatible with the townhome complex. Board Member Lydon seconded Ayes - all. 7. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 8. BOARD PRESENTATIONS 9. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 10. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 8:30 P.M.