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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning & Zoning 01-30-01AGENDA ST. CROIX COUNTY NOTICE OF COMMITTEE MEETING TO: Thomas Dorsey, Chairman St. Croix County Board FROM: Ronald Raymond, Chairman COMMITTEE TITLE: Planning, Zoning and Parks Committee DATE: Tuesday, January 30, 2001 TIME: 9:00 a.m. LOCATION: St. Croix County Government Center 1101 Carmichael Road, Hudson, WI CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL ADOPTION OF AGENDA DATE OF NEXT MEETING: ACTION ON PREVIOUS MINUTES: Hearings: Minor Subdivisions 1. Major Subdivisions - Finals Deer Trail Estates — Somerset Torey Pines - Richmond Prairie View Estates — Star Prairie Red Pine Corner - Richmond Preliminary B & R Rolling Acres - Richmond Sunny Hill - Hammond 2. Zoning Business a. Bills, Invoices and Revenue Report b. Violations & Citations C. Scheduling of Rezoning Requests d. Rezoning Decisions e. Municipal Plats f. Town of Hudson Zoning Ordinance Amendment Review /Ratification Section 3.5 Regulation of Signs g. Zoning Software Program h. Rezoning procedures i. Discussion on Road Easements not constructed for plats j. Discussion on outlots k. Ordinance Discussion 1. Road setbacks 2. Ordinance draft timelines 3. Planning Business a. Comment Period on Stillwater Bridge b. Any other business 4. Parks Business a. Homestead - Perch Lake Park b. Any other business ANNOUNCEMENTS AND CORRESPONDENCE: POSSIBLE AGENDA ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING: ADJOURNMENT (Agenda not necessarily presented in this order) SUBMITTED BY: St. Croix County Zoning Office DATE: January 18, 2001 COPIES TO: County Board Office Committee Members County Clerk News Media/Notice Board MINUTES PLANNING, ZONING AND PARKS COMMITTEE ST. CROIX COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER, HUDSON, WI January 30, 2001 Present: Supervisors Ron Raymond, Linda Luckey, Art Jensen, Buck Malick and Gerald Larson were present. Staff: Steve Fisher, Debbie Zimmermann, Greg Timmerman, Dave Fodroczi, Ellen Denzer, Fran Bleskacek, Pete Kling Others: Troy Johnson, Jackie Henderson, Marge Wolske, Rick Halvorson, Ed Flanum, Ron Johnson, Doug Zahler, Roger Humphrey, William and Ann Findlay, Bob Rolle Chair Raymond called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. It was noted that item 2.j. will be placed first on the agenda. Malick moved, seconded by Jensen and carried, to adopt the agenda with the change noted. Minutes/ Meeting Dates: Raymond said the next meeting is February 13, 2001 Discussion on Outlots: Fisher stated that there has been discussion on outlots in subdivisions in townships. He distributed a memo containing the ordinance definition of "Outlot ", and three options that Zoning and Corporation Counsel drafted. The first option would allow outlots for a variety of open space purposes, anything not requiring a building permit. The second option, endorsed by staff, would be to have the outlots, and their uses, be reviewed by the Committee as part of plat review and specific uses approved. The third option would be to amend the ordinance to allow structures other than principal uses on an outlot. Timmerman opined that the current ordinance language is sufficient for option two. Anything secondary to the use on the plat would fit. The Committee could adopt an "interpretation" regarding outlots. Developers pay park fees, and the Committee feels they need to look at allowing outlots to be used for recreational purposes. There is a lot of open space being created in subdivisions, especially where cluster development is occurring. The Committee agreed that there are four categories to be looked at for outlots: 1) Homeowner's Association recreational uses, 2) Agriculture, 3) Environmental purposes, 4) Surface water management. Specifics could be organized around these categories. Malick suggested incorporating this into the subdivision ordinance re- writing. Jensen would like towns to consider this concept. The Committee endorsed option two, to review the intended purposes of the outlots as part of plat review and approve specific designated uses, including accessory building development. The Committee recessed from 9:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Minor Subdivisions: See Attachment A Major Subdivisions: See Attachment B Road Easement Agreement: The Committee reviewed the Road Easement Agreement drawn up by staff for plats when stub roads will not be constructed. Staff is to have Corporation Counsel re -word this Agreement. Towns are to send notification of the easement to the adjoining I . landowner by certified mail and the copy of the return receipt is to be attached to the Road Easement Agreement submitted to the County. Bills, Invoices and Revenue Report: A motion to approve zoning bills in the amount of $11,087.48 and revenue of $41,270.00 for the month of December was made by Larson, seconded by Jensen and carried. Rezoning Issues: The Committee scheduled a meeting for February 9, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at the Government Center to discuss the Three -Putt rezoning request in the Town of Warren. William and Ann Findlay rezoning: Mr. Findlay handed out information on a revised rezoning request. The previous rezoning request was denied, and they have a new plan for the property. The request is to rezone approximately 21 acres to Ag -II and 19 acres to Ag/Res. The new plan will include a buffer between their property and the large dairy farming operation nearby. The total number of lots with this plan would be six, including their existing home. Findlay went over a map of the proposed rezoning with the Committee. Ellen Denzer of the Planning Department, stated that this plan provides a compromise and now has a buffer area. The proposed lots would not be subject to further subdivision. Fisher agrees that this compromise will meet some important goals of the County Plan, and he believes the Committee can move forward to schedule a new hearing. The Committee scheduled the next rezoning hearing to be February 28` at 7:00 p.m. in Baldwin. There will be three rezoning hearings held. Ordinance Discussion: Ordinance Timelines: A discussion was held on the ordinance timeline handed out to the Committee. Fodroczi stated that 60 -70% of the draft ordinance has been through the work group and steering committee. A lot of public input and work group input have gone into this. There have been a few adjustments made with the Zoning staff, and he will make the work group and steering committee aware of any changes. Fodroczi thinks the timeline is fairly close to what can be expected. Committee asked the staff to notify groups the first part of March of a meeting to be held in April and send a draft ahead of time. Fodroczi told the Committee that it is important that the general ordinance, the subdivision ordinance, and the sanitary ordinance be looked at together. Malick asked the staff to put together a detailed timeline for the next six months, rather than a general one for two years and review this timeline with the Committee monthly Road Setbacks: Towns that have responded generally want to see the setbacks reduced, as they think they are excessive. Fodroczi said that under the new ordinance setbacks will be established based on the classification of the road. Setbacks may change significantly for low- traveled roads. Staff would like to see this completed as part of the new ordinance, and not changed now. If the ordinance is amended now, it would then be amended again in a year, and he does not believe that makes sense. The non - conforming issue will be looked at in the new ordinance, as well. The Committee asked the staff to send a letter to the towns explaining this process for the setbacks, and that the standards would be changed twice in one year if we do not wait for the new 2 ordinance. Town of Hudson Zoning Ordinance Amendment Review /Ratification of Section 3.5 Regulation of Signs: The Town of Hudson has made the changes suggested by staff, and the ordinance is now ready for County approval. Motion by Malick, second by Raymond and carried for non - disapproval of ordinance amendment. The ordinance will go to the Board in March. Rezoning Timeline: Fisher went over the timeline that the staff would like to use for submittal of rezoning applications. Staff would conduct a technical review of each application and be ready when the hearing date is set. Fisher believes this would help the staff organize all that is required. The Committee agreed. Violations /Citations: The Committee reviewed the list of violations and citations. Zoning Software: Fisher said staff is looking into another vendor for database software for Zoning, as the company that was chosen is not able to do what they had agreed. Staff will keep the Committee updated. Municipal Plats: The committee reviewed plats, and after a lengthy discussion on the sewer system in Roberts, the following action was taken: Second Addition to Whispering Pines in the NE 1 /4 S35 T3 IN RI 9W, Village of Somerset A motion to certify no objection was made by Jensen, seconded by Luckey and carried. Hillcrest Meadows I" Addition in the NW 1 /4S22 T29N R18W , Village of Roberts. A motion to certify no objection was made by Malick, second by Luckey and carried. Brigetta Place in the SW 1 /4S22 T29N RI 8W, Village of Roberts. A motion to certify no objection was made by Jensen, second by Malick and carried. Sharondale Subdivision in the NW 1 /4S22 T29N RI 8W, Village of Roberts. A motion to certify no objection was made by Malick, second by Larson and carried. In reviewing the above plats, the Committee motions stated for the record that although they certify no objection to the above plats, no opinion is expressed concerning adequate sewer service. Staff will relay this message in writing to the Plat Review for the State of Wisconsin. Planning Business Comment on Stillwater Bridge Architectural Details: Denzer presented a letter that she drafted addressed to the Minnesota Department of Transportation, that comments on the proposed Stillwater Bridge. She asked the Committee to review. Malick said that the Minnesota- Wisconsin Boundary Area Commission, the Town of St. Joseph, Washington County and Oak Park Heights sent letters similar to this. Motion by Luckey, second by Jensen to have this letter forwarded to the Minnesota DOT. The Committee would support a resolution supporting a bridge. They would like the Administration and Transportation Committees to endorse this as well, and present a resolution to County Board. Parks Business 3 Homestead Park: Pete Kling stated that he believes it is important to get a commitment out of the Highway Department on the road construction, or if they cannot commit, get names of two outside contractors that would be able to do the work by the deadline. Denzer told the Committee that it is very important to meet the deadlines that have been set in order for us to get further grants for the park project. This will be discussed again at the meeting on February 9` ". Motion by Raymond, second by Malick and carried to adjourn meeting at 1:25 p.m. Respectfully submitted: C. W. Malick, Secretary ra Zimme a , Recorder rd ATTACHMENT A MINOR SUBDIVISIONS January 30, 2001 Owner: Judith Bruce Location: SE' /4 -NE' /4 & SW '/4- NE 1 /4, Section 21, T28N -RI 8W, Town of Kinnickinnic, 3 lots totaling 33.203 acres, original parcel 35.9 acres. Staff Recommendation: Conditional approval: 1) Financial guarantees equal to 120% of the construction bids are required for erosion control and road construction. Written estimates must accompany the guarantees; 2) No construction, including earth moving, shall take place prior to approval of the financial guarantees; a construction waiver may be granted provided financial guarantees are approved; 3) The County Highway Department and the Land and Water Conservation Department must be notified 3 days prior to construction beginning. Committee action: Motion by Larson, second by Jensen to approve with conditions recommended by staff. Motion carried. 2. Owner: Rick Halvorson Location: SW ' / -SW 1 /4, Section 9, T31N -R18W, Town of Star Prairie, 4 lots totaling 25.30 acres, original parcel, 25.35 acres. Staff Recommendation: Conditional Approval: 1) Financial guarantees equal to 120% of the construction bids are required for erosion control and road construction. Written estimates must accompany the guarantees; 2) No construction, including earth moving, shall take place prior to approval of the financial guarantees; a construction waiver may be granted provided financial guarantees are approved; 3) The County Highway Department and the Land and Water Conservation Department must be notified 3 days prior to construction beginning. Committee Action: Motion by Malick, second by Larson to approve with conditions recommended by staff and 4) Minor map revisions to be completed. Motion carried. 3. Owner: Jim Gillis Location: SW 1 /4 -SW 1 /4, Section 14, T29N -R17W, Town of Hammond, 2 lots totaling 10.00 acres, original parcel, 10.00 acres. Staff Recommendation: Conditional Approval: 1) An erosion control plan must be submitted and approved for Lot 2 prior to construction on the lot. Committee Action: Motion by Larson, second by Jensen to approve with condition recommended by staff. Motion carried. 4. Owner: Roger and June Lindquist Location: SW 1 /4 -SW 1 /4, Section 17, T29N -R17W, Town of Hammond, 1 lot totaling 2.172 acres, original parcel, 301 acres Staff Recommendation: Approval Committee Action: Motion by Larson, second by Jensen to approve. Motion carried. 5. Owner: Carol Van Damme Location: NE 1 /4- NW 1 /4, Section 17, T29N -R16W, Town of Baldwin, 1 lot totaling 5.605 acres, original parcel, 80 acres. Staff Recommendation: Approval Committee Action: Motion by Jensen, second by Luckey to approve. Motion carried. 5 6. Owner: John and Elaine Herink Location: SW '/4 -SE '/4, Section 35, T30N -R19W, Town of St. Joseph, 1 lot totaling 5.0 acres, original parcel, 39.37 acres (remainder is being added to an existing contiguous parcel). Staff Recommendation: Approval Committee Action: Motion by Malick, second by Jensen to approve. Motion carried. 7. Owner: John Davis Location: SE' /4- NE' /4, Section 32, T28N -R16W, Town of Eau Galle, 1 lot totaling 20.00 acres, original parcel, 66.4 acres. Staff Recommendation: Approval Committee Action: Motion by Jensen, second by Malick to approve. Motion carried. ATTACHMENT B MAJOR SUBDIVISIONS January 30, 2001 1. Deer Trail Estates - Final Owner: Kowski Farms, Inc. Location: Section 13, Town of Somerset, 16 lots totaling 87.03 acres Staff Recommendation: Approval. Committee Action: Motion by Malick, second by Raymond to approve.Motion carried. 2. Torey Pines — Final Owner: Ames Investment, LLC Location: Section 36, Town of Richmond, 9 lots totaling 14.532 acres. Staff Recommendation: Conditional Approval: 1) Financial guarantees equal to 120% of the construction bid are required for erosion control and road construction. A written estimate must accompany the bids; 2) No construction, including earth moving, shall take place prior to approval of the financial guarantees; a construction waiver may not be approved for the next phase of the plat until guarantees are approved; 3) The County Highway Department and the Land and Water Conservation Department must be notified 3 days prior to construction beginning; 4) A stormwater discharge permit must be obtained from the DNR. Committee Action: Motion by Larson, second by Jensen to approve with conditions recommended by staff. Motion carried. 3. PrairieView Estates — Final Owner: Ewlen Properties Location: Section 14, Town of Star Prairie, 33 lots totaling 77.28 acres Staff Recommendation: Approval Committee Action: Motion by Malick, second by Larson to approve. Motion carried. 4. Red Pine Corner - Final Owner: Oakwood Land Development, Inc. Location: Section 25, Town of Richmond, 67 lots totaling 128 acres Staff Recommendation: Approval Committee Action: Motion by Malick, second by Jensen to approve with one condition: Staff to verify that financial guarantees cover road construction for the joint driveway between Lots 18 -20. Motion carried. 5. B & R Rolling Acres - Preliminary Owner: Bill Stock Location: Section 17, Town of Richmond, 8 lots totaling 18.10 acres Staff Recommendation: Conditional Approval. 1) Financial guarantees equal to 120% of the construction bids are required for erosion control and road construction. A written estimate must accompany the bids; 2) No construction, including earth moving, shall take place prior to approval of the financial guarantees; a construction waiver may not be approved for the next phase of the plat until guarantees are approved; 3) The County Highway Department and the Land and Water Conservation Department must be notified 3 days prior to construction beginning 7 t Committee Action: Motion by Jensen, second by Larson to approve with conditions recommended by staff. Motion carried. 6. Sunny Hill - Preliminary Owner: Heinbuch Trust Location: Section 31, Town of Hammond, 6 lots totaling 41.23 acres Staff Recommendation: Conditional Approval: 1) Financial guarantees equal to 120% of the construction bids are required for erosion control and road construction. A written estimate must accompany the bids; 2) No construction, including earth moving, shall take place prior to approval of the financial guarantees; a construction waiver may not be approved for the next phase of the plat until guarantees are approved; 3) The joint access serving Lot 2 and Lot 3 must be constructed to County standards to the point where it divides for the separate lots; 4) The County Highway Department and the Land and Water Conservation Department must be notified 3 days prior to construction beginning. Committee Action: Motion by Malick, second by Larson to approve with conditions recommended by staff. Motion carried. 0