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AGENDA
CITY OF MAPLEWOOD
COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
Tuesday, July20, 2021
6:00 P.M.
Council Chambers - Maplewood City Hall
1830 County Road B East
A.Call to Order
B.Roll Call
C.Approval of Agenda
D.Approval of Minutes:
1.April 20, 2021
E.New Business:
1.Design Review, Scooters Coffee Drive-Thru, 2730 Stillwater Road East
F.Unfinished Business:
G.Visitor Presentations:
H.Board Presentations:
I.Staff Presentations:
J.Adjourn
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MINUTES OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
1830 COUNTY ROAD B EAST, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA
TUESDAY, APRIL 20, 2021
6:00 P.M.
(THIS MEETING WAS HELD REMOTELY VIA CONFERENCE CALL)
A. CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Kempe called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL
Chairperson, Bill Kempe Present
Boardmember, Jason Lamers Present
Vice Chairperson, Matt Ledvina Absent
Boardmember, Ananth Shankar Present
Boardmember, Bruce Thompson Present
Staff Present: Michael Martin, Assistant Community Development Director
Elizabeth Hammond, Planner
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Boardmember Lamers moved to approve the agenda as presented.
Seconded by Boardmember Thompson. Ayes - All
The motion passed.
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Boardmember Lamers moved to approve the March 16, 2021, CDRB minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Boardmember Thompson. Ayes – Kempe, Lamers & Thompson
Abstain – Shankar
The motion passed.
E. NEW BUSINESS
1. Design Review, Building 235, 3M Center
i. Elizabeth Hammond, Planner, gave the report on the Design Review for Building 235, 3M
Center.
ii. Doug Danks, Senior Architect from RSI answered questions of the board.
Boardmember Lamers made a motion to approve the plans date-stamped March 15, 2021, for the
3M Center exterior wall improvements at Building 235 with no additions to the 5 bullets provided
by staff.
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1. Repeat this review in two years if the city has not issued a building permit for this project.
2. All requirements of the fire marshal and building official must be met.
3. The applicant must obtain a building permit prior to construction.
4. All requirements of the city’s tree preservation ordinance must be achieved. The applicant will
work with the environmental planner to satisfy this requirement.
5. All work shall follow the approved plans. The director of community development may
approve minor changes.
Seconded by Chairperson Kempe. Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Design Review, Building 231, 3M Center
i. Elizabeth Hammond, Planner, gave the report on the Design Review for Building 231, 3M
Center.
ii. Abbie Zeien and Craig Peterson from BWBR answered questions of the board.
Chairperson Kempe moved to approve the design plans date-stamped March 26, 2021,titled 3M
Center Building 231 expansion located at the 3M Center Campus, approval is subject to the
applicant doing the following:
1. Repeat this review in two years if the city has not issued a building permit for this project.
2. All requirements of the fire marshal and building official must be met.
3. The applicant must obtain a building permit prior to construction.
4. The applicant must meet water quality requirements, and obtain a grading, storm sewer and
sanitary sewer permit prior to construction.
5. All requirements of the city’s tree preservation ordinance must be achieved. The applicant will
work with the environmental planner to satisfy this requirement.
6. All work shall follow the approved plans. The director of community development may
approve minor changes.
Seconded by Boardmember Lamers. Ayes – Kempe, Lamers & Thompson
Abstain – Shankar
The motion passed.
3. Design Review, Maplewood Gardens, 410 McKnight Road South
i. Assistant Community Development Director, Michael Martin, gave the report on the
Design Review for Maplewood Gardens, 410 McKnight Road South.
ii. Ken Isaacson, Development Manager from Twin Cities Housing Development Corporation
and Larry Prins, Architect answered questions of the board.
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Boardmembers Shankar and Kempe made friendly amendments that are reflected in the motion
below in bold and underlined.
Boardmember Thompson made a motion to approve the design plans date-stamped March 26,
2021, for the 29-unit apartment complex located at 410 McKnight Road subject to the 11
conditions that are identified in our packet. (changes to the staff conditions are underlined
and in bold):
1. Repeat this review in two years if the city has not issued a building permit for this project.
2. All requirements of the fire marshal and building official must be met.
3. The applicant must obtain a building permit prior to construction.
4. Meet all requirements in the engineering report, dated April 13, 2021.
5. Meet all requirements in the environmental report, dated April 13, 2021.
6. The applicant must meet water quality requirements and obtain a grading permit prior to
construction.
7. The applicant shall obtain all required permits from the Ramsey-Washington Metro
Watershed District.
8. The applicant shall provide a revised site plan showing the removal of the two proposed
parking spaces north of the new garage.
9. The applicant is required to meet all signage requirements for this site. This property is
allowed to have one monument sign.
10. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall provide the city with a cash
escrow or an irrevocable letter of credit for all required exterior improvements. The amount
shall be 150 percent of the cost of the work.
11. All work shall follow the approved plans. The director of community development may
approve minor changes.
12. The applicant shall use a downspout rain leader color to match the color of the
building.
13. The applicant shall work with staff on the fencing to come up with an attractive
solution that looks good and also is safe as far as being able to see traffic.
Seconded by Boardmember Lamers. Ayes – All
All friendly amendments were agreed upon.
The motion passed.
F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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None.
G. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
None.
H. BOARD PRESENTATIONS
1. Boardmember Thompson announced that he will be moving outside of Maplewood and will
therefore be tendering his resignation on the CDRB.
2.Chairperson Kempelet the commission know that he attended the city council meeting on
April 12, 2021, to present the Community Design Review Board portion of 2020 Annual
Report. He reported that the city council thanked the commission members for their work.
I. STAFF PRESENTATIONS
None.
J. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned by Chairperson Kempe at 6:56 p.m.
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COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD STAFF REPORT
Meeting Date July 20, 2021
REPORT TO: Melinda Coleman, City Manager
REPORT FROM:
Michael Martin, AICP, Assistant Community Development Director
PRESENTER:Michael Martin, AICP, Assistant Community Development Director
AGENDA ITEM:
Design Review, Scooters Coffee Drive-Thru, 2730 Stillwater Road East
Action Requested: Motion Discussion Public Hearing
Form of Action:ResolutionOrdinanceContract/AgreementProclamation
Policy Issue:
Chris Crotteau, of Barostas, LLC, is requesting city approval to redevelop 2730 Stillwater Avenue
Eastinto a Scooters Coffee Drive-Thru location. The applicant would demolish the existing building
and construct a new kiosk in its place. The applicant intends to begin construction in September
with the store opening somewhere in November or December. A new commercial building in
Maplewood requires design review by the Community Design Review Board.
Recommended Action:
Motion to approve a resolution for design review for project plans date-stamped June 28, 2021, for
the building to be constructed at 2730 Stillwater Road East.
Fiscal Impact:
Is There a Fiscal Impact?NoYes, the true or estimated cost is $0.
Financing source(s):Adopted BudgetBudget ModificationNew Revenue Source
Use of Reserves Other: N/A
Strategic Plan Relevance:
Financial Sustainability Integrated Communication Targeted Redevelopment
Operational Effectiveness Community Inclusiveness Infrastructure & Asset Mgmt.
The city deemed the applicant’s application complete on June 28, 2021. The initial 60-day review
deadline for a decision is August 27, 2021. As stated in Minnesota State Statute 15.99, the city is
allowed to take an additional 60 days if necessary to complete the review.
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Background:
Design Review
Site Plan
The applicant seeks to redevelop an existing parcel located at the southwest corner of the
intersection of Stillwater Road East and Century Avenue. The site consists of a vacant retail
building. The site has shared access drives with the adjacent shopping center. No new access
points are proposed with this project.
The proposed building meets the 30-foot setback requirement from both the Stillwater Road East
and Century Avenue rights-of-way. The existing site has paved impervious surfaces within the
parking lot setback on all sides of the site. This condition will be maintained on the west, east and
northeast sides of the site but on the northwest side – along Stillwater Road East – the parking lot
setback will be improved and met. The city does not have any specific drive through requirements.
Building Elevations
The height of the building is 19 feet – at its highest point. The exterior of the building will be
comprised of Hardie-Plank lap siding and Hardie-Reveal panels. The lap siding will be darker in
color and the panels lighter on the east, north and south sides of the building. The west side will be
comprised of a lighter Hardie-Plank lap siding. The building will be accented by red awnings on all
sides of the building.
Signage
There is a nonconforming freestanding sign near the corner of Stillwater Road East and Century
Avenue that the applicant will be able to utilize. City ordinance limits properties to one wall sign for
each street frontage the property abuts. This property abuts two streets and thus is allowed to have
two wall signs. The applicant’s building elevations show signage on each elevation. This will not be
permitted. The new building will be permitted two wall signs. The signs can be located on any
elevation the applicant chooses.
Landscaping
The project is proposed to reduce impervious surfaces by over 4,700 square-feet, replacing paved
areas with greenspace, reducing runoff and increasing infiltration. One new tree will be planted
along with 32 shrubs. The new plantings will be concentrated to the southeast of the new building.
Staff is recommending additional shrubs be included in the greenspace areas along Stillwater Road
East and Century Avenue.
Parking
The city’s zoning ordinance states restaurants and cafes must provide one parking space for every
50 square feet of floor area devoted to patron use. There will be no areas inside of the building
dedicated to patron use – this is a drive-thru facility only. The applicant is proposing to provide three
parking spaces which is consistent with its other facilities. Staff is comfortable with this parking plan.
Lighting
The applicant’s submitted photometric plan meets all city requirements.
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Department Comments
Engineering
Please see Jon Jarosch’s engineering report, dated July 9, 2021, attached to this report.
Reference Information
Site Description
Site Size: 0.31 acres
Existing Land Use: Vacant Retail Building
Surrounding Land Uses
North: Retail and Office Buildings
East: Retail Building and Single Family Home – in Oakdale
South: Parking Lot and Commercial Building
West: Parking Lot and Commercial Building
Planning
Existing Land Use: Mixed-Use - Neighborhood
Existing Zoning: BC – Business Commercial
Attachments:
1. Design Review Resolution
2. Overview Map
3. Applicant’s Narrative
4. Site Plan
5. Landscape Plan
6. Building Elevations
7. Jon Jarosch’s Engineering Report, dated July 9, 2021
8. Applicant’s Plans (separate attachment)
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DESIGN REVIEW RESOLUTION
Be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows:
Section 1. Background.
1.01 Chris Crotteau, of Barostas, LLC, has requested approval of site and design plans
for a coffee drive-thru location.
1.02 The property is located at 2730 Stillwater Road East.
1.03 On July 20, 2021, the community design review board reviewed this request. The
applicant was provided the opportunity to present information to the community
design review board. The community design review board considered all of the
comments received and the staff report, which are incorporated by reference into this
resolution.
Section 2. Site and Building Plan Standards and Findings.
2.01 City ordinance Section 2-290(b) requires that the community design review board
make the following findings to approve plans:
1.That the design and location of the proposed development and its relationship to
neighboring, 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.That 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 article and
the city's comprehensive municipal plan.
3.That 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.
Section 3. Community Design Review Board Action.
3.01.1 The above-described site and design plans are hereby approved based on the
findings outlined in Section 3 of this resolution. Subject to staff approval, the site
must be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site and
design plans date-stamped June 28, 2021. Approval is subject to the applicant doing
the following:
1.Repeat this review in two years if the city has not issued a building permit for this
project.
2.All requirements of the fire marshal and building official must be met.
3.Meet all requirements in the engineering report, dated July 9, 2021.
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4.All signage must meet the City’s sign ordinance and be approved with a separate
sign permit.
5.Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall submit for staff
approval the following items:
a.The applicant shall provide the city with a cash escrow or an irrevocable letter
of credit for all required exterior improvements. The amount shall be 150
percent of the cost of the work.
b.Submit to staff a copy of the executed cross-access easement agreement
with the property located at 2720 Stillwater Road East.
c.Submit a revised landscape plan which shows additional shrubs on the north
and east side of the property, adjacent Century Avenue and Stillwater Road
East.
d.Submit a trash and recycling dumpster enclosure plan. The enclosure should
be designed with enough room for trash and recycling receptacles, elevations
to be compatible with the building, and provide screening per the City’s
design standards.
6.The applicant shall complete the following before occupying the building:
a.Replace any property irons removed because of this construction.
b.Provide continuous concrete curb and gutter around the parking lots and
driveways.
c.Install all required landscaping and an in-ground lawn irrigation system for all
landscaped areas.
d.Install all required outdoor lighting.
7.If any required work is not done, the city may allow temporary occupancy if:
a.The city determines that the work is not essential to public health, safety or
welfare.
b.The above-required letter of credit or cash escrow is held by the City of
Maplewood for all required exterior improvements. The owner or contractor
shall complete any unfinished exterior improvements by June 1 of the
following year if occupancy of the building is in the fall or winter or within six
weeks of occupancy of the building if occupancy is in the spring or summer.
8.All work shall follow the approved plans. The director of community development
may approve minor changes.
__________ by the Community Design Review Board of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, on July
20, 2021.
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2730 Stillwater Road East
June 28, 2021
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City of Maplewood 6/25/2021
Attn: Community Development Department
1902 County Road B East
Maplewood, MN 55109
RE: 2730 Stillwater Road East
Maplewood, MN 55119
embers,
Board m
We are looking to redevelop the above address into a Scooters Coffee Drive-Thru. We will be
demolishing the existing building that dates back to 1950 and building a new Kiosk in its place.
If all goes well in the approval/permitting process, the current plan is to begin construction in
September with the store opening somewhere in the November-December.
Scooter’s Coffee was founded in 1998 and is based in Omaha Nebraska. We are known for
gourmet coffee, smoothies, and pastries. The motto is Amazing People, Amazing Drinks,
Amazingly Fast. There are currently 330 locations in operation stretching from coast to coast
and border to border. Currently there is not a location open in the Twin Cities metro area, with
the closest operating store in Rochester Minnesota. If all goes well this will be the first Scooters
Coffee in the metro area.
This store will be locally owned and operated by an independent franchisee (Barostas, LLC). As
such the profits stay here and go back into the local community.
We look forward to being a part of the Maplewood community.
Respectfully submitted for your consideration.
Thank you,
Chris Crotteau
Barostas, LLC
Woodbury, MN
651-333-0847
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RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
2730 STILLWATER ROAD EAST, CITY OF MAPLEWOOD
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FAX: 763-479-4242
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LEGEND
2.ALL DIMENSIONS ARE TO FACE OF CURB UNLESS OTHERWISE
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NOTES
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TWIN CITY AREA: 651-454-0002TOLL FREE 1-800-252-1166
WARNING:THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR CALLING FOR LOCATIONS OF ALL EXISTING UTILITIES. THEY SHALLCOOPERATE WITH ALL UTILITY COMPANIES IN MAINTAINING THEIR SERVICE AND/OR RELOCATION
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RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
2730 STILLWATER ROAD EAST, CITY OF MAPLEWOOD
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06/22/2021
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OF LINES.THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT GOPHER STATE ONE CALL AT 651-454-0002 AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE FORTHE LOCATIONS OF ALL UNDERGROUND WIRES, CABLES, CONDUITS, PIPES, MANHOLES,
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Engineering Plan Review
PROJECT: Scooters Coffee – 2730 Stillwater Road East
PROJECT NO: 21-19
COMMENTS BY: Jon Jarosch, P.E. – Assistant City Engineer
DATE: 7-9-2021
PLAN SET: Civil Plans dated 6-22-2021
The applicant is proposing construct a Scooters Coffee drive-thru building at 2730 Stillwater
Road. In order to accommodate the new building, an existing building will be demolished. The
applicant is requesting a review of the current design.
As the amount of disturbance on this site is less than 0.5 acre, the applicant is not required to
meet the City’s stormwater quality, rate control, and other stormwater management
requirements. The project is proposed to reduce impervious surfaces by over 4,700 square-feet,
replacing paved areas with greenspace, reducing runoff and increasing infiltration.
This review does not constitute a final review of the plans, as the applicant will need to submit
construction documents for final review. The following are engineering review comments on the
design and act as conditions prior to issuing permits.
Drainage and Stormwater Management
1)As a portion of this site drains to Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDot) right-
of-way, the project shall be submitted to MnDot for review. All conditions from MnDot
shall be met.
Grading and Erosion Control
2)The applicant should consider raising the finished floor elevation of the building slightly
to better promote drainage around the building.
3)The area beyond the concrete curb-cut draining the drive-thru shall be stabilized to
prevent erosion. This could be accomplished with systems such as Scour Stop or other
turf reinforcement mats.
4)Inlet protection devices shall be installed on all existing and proposed onsite storm
sewer until all exposed soils onsite are stabilized.
5)Adjacent streets and parking areas shall be swept as needed to keep the pavement
clear of sediment and construction debris.
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6)All pedestrian facilities shall be ADA compliant.
7)A copy of the project SWPPP shall be submitted prior to the issuance of a grading
permit.
8)The total grading volume (cut/fill) shall be noted on the plans.
Sanitary Sewer and Water Service
9)The applicant shall be responsible for paying any SAC and WAC charges related to the
improvements proposed with this project. A SAC determination is required for this
project.
10)Modifications to the potable water system shall be reviewed and approved by Saint Paul
Regional Water Services. All requirements of SPRWS shall be met.
Other
11)The plans shall be signed by a professional engineer currently licensed in the State of
Minnesota.
12)A cross-access agreement shall be established to accommodate the ingress and egress
between this and the adjacent parcel (Knowlan’s). A copy of this agreement shall be
provided to the City.
13)The applicant shall satisfy the requirements of all other permitting agencies. Please
provide copies of other required permits and approvals.
Public Works Permits
The following permits are required by the Maplewood Public Works Department for this project.
The applicant should verify the need for other City permits with the Building Department.
14)Grading and erosion control permit
15)Storm Sewer Permit
16)Sanitary Sewer Permit
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