Planning Commission Resolution 2016-019CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC- 2016 -019
APPROVING VARIANCES FOR SIDE YARD SETBACKS FOR CLEAR CREEK
LAND, LLC ACCOMMODATING ZERO - LOT -LINE SETBACKS FOR A
BUILDING EXPANSION IN THE I -1, LIGHT INDUSTRIAIL DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the applicant has submitted a request to construct an addition to an
existing building; and
WHEREAS, the subject property is being platted to create a "zero -lot- line"
arrangement between the existing building and the addition; and
WHEREAS, the typical requirement in the I -1 District is for a side yard setback of 15
feet; and
WHEREAS, the Zoning Ordinance provides for variance where the City finds that
there are practical difficulties in putting a property to a reasonable use; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has identified the need for the variances to finance and
construct the addition; and
WHEREAS, the setback variances do not create conflicts with public services or
other land uses in the area; and
WHEREAS, the setback variances will facilitate development that is consistent with
the goals and objectives of the City's Comprehensive Plan and with the development of the
industrial park; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on June 7"', 2016 on the
application and the applicant and members of the public were provided the opportunity to
present information to the Planning Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has considered all of the comments and the
staff report, which are incorporated by reference into the resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello snakes the following
Findings of Fact in relation to the recommendation of approval:
1. The proposed development and variances are consistent with the intent and
purpose of the I -1, Light Industrial District.
2. The proposed development and variances are consistent with the existing and
future land uses in the industrial park in which they are located.
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3. The impacts of the expansion are those anticipated by industrial development
and are addressed through standard review and ordinances in place.
4. The plat accommodates development consistent with the requirements of the
applicable zoning regulations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of
Monticello, Minnesota, that the Planning Commission hereby approves the side yard setback
variances as requested, subject to the applicable conditions listed in Exhibit Z as follows:
1. Deferred Parking. The applicants provide a narrative on the number of parking
spaces that are needed for their business. The applicants have shown on the site plan
that the 52 spaces can easily be added if needed.
2. Cross parking and access agreement is applied and recorded against both parcels.
3. An encroachment agreement is executed should it be necessary to accommodate
storm water ponding design.
4. A development agreement is executed addressing all improvements to the site.
5. Curb Cut Width. The curb cut width shall be reviewed by the City Engineer.
6. The Landscaping Plan is modified to add or move plant materials that will enhance
the screening of the view of the loading docks from Dalton Way.
7. The requirements of the City Engineer are addressed per the Engineer's letter dated
June 1, 2016, and the applicants continue to work with the City regarding stormwater
management requirements.
8. Bulk fuel dispensing on the site shall only be for the fueling of company delivery
vehicles, and shall meet all other requirements of the applicable zoning ordinance,
along with required building and fire codes.
9. Any proposed signage changes shall be subject to the applicable sign ordinances and
a separate permitting process.
10. The requirements of other City staff are complied with.
ADOPTED this 7�' day of June, 2016 by the Planning Commission of the City of
Monticello, Minnesota.
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RESOLUTION NO. PC- 2016 -019
ATTEST:
Angela Schum i , tn)munity Development Director