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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
6:00 P.M. Tuesday, April 18, 2023
City Hall, Council Chambers
1830 County Road B East
A. CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the Board was held and called to order at 6:01 p.m. by Chairperson Kempe
B. ROLL CALL
Bill Kempe, Chairperson Present
Jason Lamers, Boardmember Absent
Amanda Reinert, Boardmember Absent
Ananth Shankar, Boardmember Present
Tom Oszman, Vice- Chairperson Present
Staff Present: Michael Martin, Assistant Community Development Director
Elizabeth Hammond, Planner
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Agenda Item E3 was moved to be discussed after Visitor Presentations.
Chairperson Kempe moved to amend the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Boardmember Oszman Ayes – All
The motion passed.
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. February 21, 2023 Community Design Review Board Meeting Minutes
Boardmember Kempe moved to amend page 3 of the minutes, correcting the spelling of his last
name to include an “e” at the end.
Seconded by Boardmember Oszman Ayes – Kempe, Oszman
Abstain - Shankar
The motion passed.
E. NEW BUSINESS
Agenda Item E3 was heard after Visitor Presentations
1. Design Review, Townhome Development, Vacant Land on 11th Avenue
Elizabeth Hammond, Planner, presented the Design Review, Townhome Development, Vacant
Land on 11th Avenue and answered questions from the board.
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Rashad Kennedy, Kennedy Property Development addressed the board and answered questions
from the Board.
Boardmember Shankar made a friendly amendment that is reflected in the motion below in bold
and underlined.
Boardmember moved to approve a resolution for design review, approving a 16-unit townhome
development to be constructed on the vacant land on 11th Avenue (PID 112922240029), subject
to conditions of approval (changes to the staff conditions are underlined and in bold).
DESIGN REVIEW RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows:
Section 1. Background.
1.01 Kennedy Property Development has requested design review approval for a 16-unit
townhome development.
1.01 The property is located on 11th Avenue and is legally described as:
PID 112922240029
Section 11, Township 29, Range 22 except the North 278.94 feet: except the West 96.50
feet and except the East 403.00 feet of Northeast 1/4 of Southeast 1/4 of Northwest 1 in
Section 11, Township 29, Range 22,(subject to road) Ramsey County, Minnesota,
according to the recorded plat thereof.
Section 2. Site and Building Plan 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 are in keeping with the
character of the surrounding neighborhood and are 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 The above-described site and design plans are hereby approved based on the findings
outlined in Section 2 of this resolution. Subject to staff approval, the site must be
developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the design plans date-stamped
March 30, 2023. Approval is subject to the applicant doing the following:
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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 the building official must be met.
3. Satisfy the requirements outlined in the engineering review authored by Jon Jarosch,
dated April 7, 2023.
4. Satisfy the requirements outlined in the environmental review authored by Shann
Finwall, dated April 10, 2023. The applicant shall work with staff to replace some
landscaping details on the landscape plan, per the environmental staff’s
recommendations. The applicant will provide additional landscaped screening along
the north side of the property between the turnaround and the north lot line. The
applicant will work with the environmental planner to determine the type of landscape
plantings. The applicant will submit an updated plan for review before issuing a
grading permit. This plan may be reviewed and approved by staff.
5. The applicant shall obtain all required permits from the Ramsey-Washington Metro
Watershed District.
6. Rooftop vents and mechanical equipment shall be screened and located out of view
from all sides of the property. Screening shall be compatible with the materials and
design of the building. Rooftop equipment visible from any public street or adjoining
property shall be painted to match the building.
7. The applicant shall supply additional photometric plan information. A detailed
description of the proposed luminaires, including the manufacturer’s catalog cuts,
drawings, and sections, must be submitted before a building permit is issued.
8. Refuse container storage for the individual townhome units shall be housed inside the
buildings. The trash receptacle for the site shall be 100 percent opaque on all four
sides, be of a design, material, and color compatible with the buildings, and be kept
in good repair. A gate that provides 100 percent opaqueness shall be provided. The
applicant must provide an updated trash enclosure plan that provides screening on all
four sides and is 100 percent opaque. This plan shall be provided before the issuance
of a building permit and may be reviewed and approved by staff.
9. Any identification or monument signs for the project must meet the city’s sign
ordinance requirements. Identification or monument signs shall be landscaped around
the sign’s base and designed to be consistent with the project’s building materials and
colors. The applicant shall obtain a sign permit before installing any signage.
10. 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.
11. 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 lot and driveways.
c. Install all required landscaping and an in-ground lawn irrigation system for all
landscaped areas.
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d. Install all required outdoor lighting.
e. Install all required sidewalks and trails.
f. Install stop signs, handicap signs, and building address signs as required by the
city. One stop sign shall be installed at the intersection of the drive aisle exit from
the site onto 11th Avenue. The applicant will coordinate the location and installation
of the stop sign with the Public Works Department.
12. 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 the 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
the 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.
13. All work shall follow the approved plans. The director of community development may
approve minor changes.
14. Prior to approval the applicant shall:
a. Add three-foot-high concrete masonry or stone wainscot on all four sides of
the building, excluding where doors are located
b. Add trim just below the balcony, and extend this on all four sides of the
building, excluding the garage elevation.
c. Resubmit plans to include these changes and show the inclusion of gutters.
Seconded by Chairperson Kempe Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Design Review, Multifamily Residential Project, 1310 Frost Avenue East
Michael Martin, Assistant Community Development Director, presented the Design Review,
Multifamily Residential Project, 1310 Frost Avenue East and answered questions from the
board.
Justin Fincher, JB Vang Partners, Inc, addressed the board and answered questions.
Chairperson Kempe moved to approve a resolution for design review approving a four-story,
65-unit multifamily apartment project to be constructed at 1310 Frost Avenue East.
DESIGN REVIEW RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows:
Section 1. Background.
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1.01 Ashley Bisner, of JB Vang, has requested approval of design review to permit a
four-story multifamily building.
1.02 The property is located at 1310 Frost Avenue East and is legally described as:
1.03 PIN: 152922320076. Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7, except the South 7 feet of said Lot
7, Block 3, Gladstone, according to the recorded plat thereof, together with the
vacated Ridge Street adjacent, Ramsey County, Minnesota. Abstract Property
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 are in keeping with
the character of the surrounding neighborhood and are 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. City Council Action.
3.01 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 design
plans date-stamped March 31, 2023. Approval is subject to the applicant doing the
following:
1. Obtain a conditional use permit from the city council for this project.
2. Repeat this review in two years if the city has not issued a building permit for
this project.
3. All requirements of the fire marshal and building official must be met.
4. Satisfy the requirements set forth in the engineering review authored by Jon
Jarosch, dated April 10, 2023.
5. Satisfy the requirements set forth in the environmental review authored by
Shann Finwall, dated April 11, 2023.
6. The applicant shall obtain all required permits from the Ramsey-Washington
Metro Watershed District.
7. Rooftop vents and equipment shall be located out of view from all sides of the
property.
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8. Any identification or monument signs for the project must meet the
requirements of the city’s mixed-use sign ordinance. Identification or
monument signs shall be designed to be consistent with the project’s building
materials and colors.
9. 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. A revised landscape plan that details screening along the south
property line that meets city code requirements.
c. A revised photometric plan that meets city code requirements.
10. 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 lot and
driveways.
c. Install all required landscaping and an in-ground lawn irrigation system
for all landscaped areas.
d. Install all required outdoor lighting.
e. Install all required sidewalks and trails.
11. 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.
c. All work shall follow the approved plans. The director of community
development may approve minor changes.
Seconded by Boardmember Oszman Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Zoning Code – Sign Code Regulations Discussion
Rita Trapp, HKGi, presented the Zoning Code – Sign Code Regulations Discussion and
answered questions from the board.
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F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
G. BOARD PRESENTATIONS
None
H. STAFF PRESENTATIONS
None
I. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
None
J. ADJOURNMENT
Boardmember Shankar moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:29 p.m.
Seconded by Boardmember Oszman Ayes – All
The motion passed.