Wednesday, May 22, 2019 7:00 P.M. Brooklyn Township RoomC. 610 West Apartments (Doran Companies) -...

PLANNING COMMISSION Work Session Meeting Agenda

5200 85TH AVENUE NORTH BROOKLYN PARK MN 55443 PHONE (763) 424-8000 FAX (763) 493-8391

Wednesday, May 22, 2019 – 7:00 P.M. Brooklyn Township Room

1. CALL TO ORDER

2. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Chickens, Pigs and Goats; oh my!

Presented by Michelle Peterson B. CUPs C. Recreation and Park Commission Liaison

3. OTHER BUSINESS

A. Approve Minutes March 27, 2019

4. ADJOURNMENT

If due to a disability, you need auxiliary aids or services during a Public Hearing Meeting, please provide the City with 48-hour notice by calling 763-493-8012.

MEMORANDUM

Date: May 16, 2019 To: Planning Commission From: Cindy Sherman, Planning Director Subj: Work Session

The May work session will include a presentation and discussion around pigs, goats, and chickens. The City Council has directed staff to complete a study including community engagement around the issue. This will be an introduction and discussion; the item will be back before the commission again as information is compiled. We will also continue our discussions around Conditional Use Permits. Finally, Commissioner Vosberg is unable to continue as the liaison for the Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission. They meet on the third Wednesday of the month and the Planning Commission is required to have a representative. So please consider volunteering for this role for the remainder of the year. Please let me know if you have any questions or if you are unable to attend.

This information is intended only as a general guide. Other codes and ordinances may apply. You can reference the city ordinances on the city’s website: www.brooklynpark.org

Contact: [email protected] (763-493-8816)

Note: Not every household will want to own a potbellied pig.

Under the proposed change• Only 1 potbellied pig would be allowed per household.• Potbellied pigs would be required to be licensed, just like dogs.• They must be spayed or neutered.• Potbellied pigs require daily care.• Pens and shelters must be kept clean and manure properly disposed of.

Things to Know• Training a potbellied pig is like training a puppy.• They can be trained to use a litter box.• They look different than a “regular” pig. Potbellied pigs have longer snouts,

straighter tails, and more upright ears (and a potbelly).• Potbellied pigs need their vaccinations like any other pet.• A potbelly pig can live to be 20 years old.• Hoof trimming is needed 1-2 times per year. Tusk trimming also may be required.• Potbellied pigs are considered full grown at about 3 years old and can weigh

anywhere from 90-200 pounds. In comparison, farm pigs can be over 600 pounds.• They need regular exercise just like people.

Potbellied PigsThe City of Brooklyn Park is exploring a code change to allow potbellied pigs and other animal types at residential properties.

Did you know?2019 is the Year of the Pig on the Chinese Zodiac.

Did you know?Pigs are currently allowed in Brooklyn Park if you have a property larger than 5 acres.



The City of Brooklyn Park is exploring a code change to allow chickens and other animal types at residential properties.

Note: Not every household will want to own chickens.

Under the proposed change• The ordinance would limit the number of chickens allowed.• Only hens would be allowed. No roosters.• Chickens do make noise. Hens cluck and cackle to each other.• Good predator proof fencing is a must along with a well-constructed coop.• Chickens require daily care and coops must be kept clean and manure properly

disposed of.• Slaughtering will not be allowed.• The sale of eggs will not be allowed.

Things to Know• Raising chickens in urban and suburban areas is not a new idea.• A number of cities surrounding Brooklyn Park currently allow chickens.• A single hen can produce 250-300 eggs per year.• Chickens can live up to 5-10 years.• Having chickens does not pose a health risk. It all depends on the care and

maintenance of the animals and their habitat.• Hens do not need a rooster to lay eggs.• Chickens are omnivores which means they eat seeds and insects, but have also

been known to eat mice.

Backyard Chickens

Did you know?In the early 20th century, the U.S. Department of Agriculture recommended rasing chickens in even the smallest of backyards.

Did you know?Chickens are currently allowed in Brooklyn Park if you have a property larger than 5 acres.



The City of Brooklyn Park is exploring a code change to allow goats and other animal types at residential properties.

Note: Not every household will want to own goats.

Under the proposed change• The ordinance would limit the breed of goat to small goats such as the Nigerian

Dwarf, pygmy, pygora, or Kinder.• Bucks will not be allowed, and goats must be de-horned.• The number of goats allowed would be limited to 2.• Goats do make noise – the noise is called a bleat. They bleat to communicate with

other goats or their owners.• Good fencing is a must and goats need a shelter.• Goats require daily care and pens and shelters must be kept clean and manure

properly disposed of.• Slaughtering will not be allowed.• The sale of milk will not be allowed.

Things to Know• Goats come in all sizes.• Goats are herd animals.• Goats are social animals who need the company of at least one other goat, but

also get along with other animals.• Goats can live to 12-14 years or longer.• Goats are ruminants (multi-stomached animals) and rely mainly on hay or pasture

for their dietary needs.• Goats are browsers not grazers – they will choose to eat the shrubs and trees

before eating the grass.• Goats do need yearly vaccinations and deworming. They need hoof trims every

6-8 weeks.

Backyard Goats

Did you know?Goats are currently allowed in Brooklyn Park if you have a property larger than 5 acres.

Did you know?Goats love to eat buckthorn and can be used to clear land without the use of chemicals.

City of Brooklyn Park Planning Commission Meeting Minutes

March 11, 2015 – Regular Meeting Page 1 of 11

APPROVED MINUTES

1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.

2. ROLL CALL/ PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Those present were: Commissioners Nguyen, Stuewe, Walker, Trapp, Hanson, Morton-Spears, West-Hafner, and Schmidt; Senior Planner Larson; Planning Director Sherman Those not present: Commissioner Cupka; City Council Liaison Lunde EXPLANATION BY CHAIR

3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

MOTION WEST-HAFNER, SECOND SCHMIDT TO APPROVE THE MARCH 11, 2015 AGENDA. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY

4. CONSENT Continue to April 8, 2014 meeting- DeWalt CEO Inc.- Case# 15-106 Conditional Use Permits for a Class-II Restaurant (full bar) Live entertainment in conjunction with a Class I, II, brewpub, or taproom restaurant where a cover charge is required at 4658 85th Av N- Creekside Plaza

MOTION WEST-HAFNER, SECOND SCHMIDT TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY

6. PUBLIC HEARING

A. Park Place Outlot 2nd Addition (Jacksonville Realty/Sandor Development) – Plat #15-105 re-platting two parcels at the southwest corner of I-94/694 and Boone Ave. N.

Senior Planner Larson stated that the Home Depot store has a few different parcels. The applicant is proposing to sub-divide the properties. The new property line would divide the Home Depot store between the store and the other vacant store next door for tax purposes and future options for moving the property. He stated that staff is recommending approval.

MINUTES OF THE BROOKLYN PARK PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING

March 11, 2015

Approved Minutes



Tina Goodroad from Loucks Associates approached the podium. She stated that she is representing the property owner. She stated that this sub-division of property could allow the future sale of the vacant building. There will eventually be cross-access and parking easements so that the parking area can be shared by both entities. Chair Nguyen opened the public hearing. Seeing no one approach the podium, he closed the public hearing. MOTION SCHMIDT, SECOND TRAPP TO APPROVE OF PARK PLACE OUTLOT TWO ADDITION SUB-DIVIDING 19.45 ACRES INTO TWO PARCELS AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF I-94/694 AND BOONE AVE. N. SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS IN THE DRAFT RESOLUTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Chair Nguyen stated that this application will be considered by the City Council on March 23, 2015.

B. Hidden Trails Estate (Shawn Bolden) - Preliminary Plat #13-100 for a new 6 parcel sub-division at 101st Avenue North and Fallgold Parkway North

Senior Planner Larson stated that this project was seen a little over two years ago and it was approved by the Planning Commission and the City Council. The applicant never moved forward and the project expired. They would like to get the approvals re-granted and staff is recommending approval with the same conditions as in the original application. Chair Nguyen opened the public hearing. Greg Greenwald approached the podium. He asked staff if this is just being proposed. Senior Planner Larson stated that once this is approved by the Planning Commission and City Council the applicant could start the building process. Mr. Greenwald asked staff if they could provide him with information on the builder and the plans to which Mr. Larson stated yes. Seeing no one else approach the podium, he closed the public hearing. MOTION HANSON, SECOND WEST-HAFNER TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PRELIMINARY PLAT 13-100FOR HIDDEN TRAILS ESTATE SUB-DIVIDING 2.51 ACRES INTO SIX SINGLEFAMILY LOTS AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF 101ST AVENUE AND FALLGOLD PARKWAY SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS IN THE DRAFT RESOLUTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Chair Nguyen stated that this application will be considered by the City Council on March 23, 2015.

C. 610 West Apartments (Doran Companies) - Case#15-104 Conditional Use Permit/Plat for multi-family housing located south of Oak Grove Parkway between 96th Lane and Hampshire Avenue North.

Senior Planner Todd Larson stated that this is something new and exciting for Brooklyn Park. The property is a little over seventeen acres. The applicant is proposing an apartment community consisting of three buildings totaling 484 apartment units varying in range from studio apartment all the way up three bedroom



apartments. Some of them are traditional one-level apartments but quite a few of them are two-level apartments with direct access to the outside, giving them more of a townhouse feel. There will be two buildings to the north with a courtyard shape. There will be outdoor swimming pools and other community amenities. One of the three buildings will be broken up into three parts and have residential on either end, with a clubhouse containing the leasing office and an indoor pool between them. There will be three access points with the main access being right in right out off of Oak Grove Parkway for eastbound traffic only. The other two access points are off of 96th Lane, one of them containing a row of parking. These are all private roadways. Most of the parking is underground, going under the whole courtyard, except where the pool area is, which allows for much more parking. The buildings will be four stories of apartments above the underground parking. There will be a mixture of materials consisting of brick with some accent metals, and HardiePlank siding. Staff is recommending approval with a few conditions in the Conditional Use Permit. Staff would like to hold off any discussion on the first of the conditions until the City Council meeting as some things are still being worked out. A second condition is about the underground parking because it is at a steep slope and staff would like to see it heated so snow and ice does not become a problem for the residents. Also, the parking is pretty limited on the site, causing a concern about where snow should be piled up in the winter. There is a storm water pond that staff is recommending be used for the snow storage. Another condition concerns the landscaping plan. There are some groupings of evergreen trees between the parking lot and the apartment building. Staff does not want large areas where visibility is obscured and would like those trees more spread out for the safety of the residents. The storm water area is part of the whole Park Place Promenade system but their landscaping plan is not showing anything around it. Staff would like it finished off and for erosion control bank stabilization there needs to be some landscaping around it. The plans show a twenty five foot light pole where a fifteen foot light pole is required. Kelly Doran, with Doran Companies, approached the podium. He stated that he is available to answer any questions. Chair Nguyen opened the public hearing. Robert Held, 6737 99th Avenue North, approached the podium. He stated that design of the development is going to blend really well with the area. He asked staff what luxury apartment complex was built twenty years ago. Senior Planner Larson stated that it is the Greens at Edinburgh over by the golf course. Mr. Held asked staff what makes the recommendations mentioned in the staff report requirements. Mr. Larson stated that the recommendations and conditions are reviewed by the City Council and they will make the final decision by recommending or denying the proposal. Mr. Held stated that one of the major concerns he has that he thinks needs to be addressed is a traffic signal at Oak Grove Parkway. He stated that there have been numerous accidents there and usually as a result of the steady stream of traffic that is westbound on Oak Grove Parkway turning into LA Fitness. He stated that the north boulevard entrance that’s right in and right out of the apartment complex causes a problem if someone wants to head west on Oak Grove Parkway. They would turn right and go up and make a U-turn which will further snarl the traffic. He asked if the fire pits in the common area will be gas because he feels they should be so the residents do not need to be exposed to open burning. Lastly, he asked about a development completion date. He stated that there should be a completion date required so area residents do not have to put up with ongoing construction for an undetermined period of time or worry that the scope of the project could change down the road in the future.



Bill Schreiber, 10001 Zane Avenue North, approached the podium. He stated that he is representing the family that has owned this property for quite some time. He stated that area residents have expressed interest in doing their shopping and getting services in Brooklyn Park, without having to go to other cities. This is something Brooklyn Park needs. With the development happening along the Highway 610 corridor, there will be a great need for housing like this project. Doran Companies comes highly recommended as a developer who can make this a high quality development. He stated that Brooklyn Park will need a lot more apartments in the future and this will set a high standard going forward. Mr. Doran re-approached the podium. He stated that they do not allow residents to bring their bikes into their apartments. The fire pits run on timers, and they are gas fire pits. He stated that they plan to start grading probably sometime in June and start footings and foundations for the two buildings and the clubhouse on the southern end roughly around the first of July. They will start building one footings and foundations on the northeast corner by sometime in September. The two southern buildings and the clubhouse will be completed by approximately August of 2016. Building one at the northeast corner will probably be completed sometime in February of 2017. He stated that they anticipate that the last part, building four, will be under construction during the spring of 2017 and be delivered in the fall of 2018. Mr. Doran stated that any changes to this project would have to come back through the Planning and City Council process. He also stated that they will have a 22,000 square foot clubhouse and in terms of an amenities package there is nothing like this in the entire twin cities. He stated that they are focused on the greater northern tier of the twin cities. This project will attract people from all over. Seeing no one approach the podium, he closed the public hearing. Commissioner Hanson asked for clarification about whether or not any of the oak trees mentioned in the resident e-mail they were given in their packet will remain or not. She also asked to see renderings of how the landscaping will look with the evergreen trees around the clubhouse on the Highway 610 side. Mr. Doran stated that he hopes they can save some of the trees mentioned in the resident e-mail but he cannot promise that. He stated that they have many renderings of the side of the clubhouse facing Highway 610 but do not have any of them with them that show it well. They will make sure the Planning Commission gets copies of some better views. He stated that the landscaping along Highway 610 on the southern border is somewhat limited because they are in the power line easement so there are requirements as to what height and species can be planted there. Commissioner West-Hafner stated that her biggest concern is the intersection of Oak Grove Parkway and 96th Avenue North. She stated that she would like to recommend that there is a condition added to put a stoplight there. Commissioner Stuewe asked Mr. Doran to talk about the other developments that he had mentioned regarding parking reduction in suburban models. Mr. Doran stated he is not sure this is an urban/suburban issue as even people living in an urban area have a car. They may use other transportation but they still own a car and need a place to park it. The modeling and examples out there do show that a parking ratio for a modern apartment project, especially something that



gets to this type of density, that the ratio starts to slide down. That numbers works out to be about 1.3 to 1.4 so that there is not an over or under building of parking. Commissioner Stuewe asked if the development is prepared for guest parking during visits or use of the clubhouse. Mr. Doran stated yes. Commissioner Stuewe asked what they are requiring for a lease term. Mr. Doran stated that they require a one year lease. They do background checks on every tenant that moves into their buildings. He stated that they have very strict requirements for their facilities. Commissioner Stuewe asked if there are rooftop mechanicals or in-unit mechanicals. Mr. Doran stated there will be both. Each unit will have their own system inside the unit with exterior ventilation. Each unit will have their own meter and they will pay a gas and an electric bill which will control energy expenses. He stated there will be some rooftop mechanicals to predominately heat and air-condition the corridors, lobbies, other common spaces. Commissioner Stuewe asked how the ventilation units will look on the outside of each unit since there will be so many of them. Mr. Doran stated that many of them will be located inside the balcony area so they are not really visible. Commissioner Schmidt stated that this is a product that the city does not have. He has seen another of their projects and it was very impressive. He stated that he looks forward to seeing it here. Commissioner Trapp stated that he tries as a Planning Commissioner to look at and think about how these projects will look fifty years from now. He stated that he is very impressed with how the Schreiber family has very thoughtfully considered the planning of the city and how this project could fit into those plans. He stated that this project is the perfect fit for this space. He asked Mr. Doran to speak to the right turn out of the complex as he only sees U-turns coming out of that. He asked if it even makes sense to have a right turn exit onto Oak Grove Parkway in the middle section. Mr. Doran stated that he thinks if the right turn out of that area was eliminated it would destroy the whole creation of the kind of walkable, urban street environment. He stated that he thinks people that live there will quickly figure out that if they want to go west on Oak Grove Parkway, they would not exit that way. He stated to keep in mind where the garage entrances are on the plan because two thirds of the parking stalls are under the building and all of them are more accessible to 96th Avenue so there is really no reason for them to migrate through the property to go that way. He stated that they do not object to a traffic light being there but the traffic study does not show that it is merited now and that is the City’s call whether or not they want to do anything about that. Commissioner Trapp asked Senior Planner Larson to address the traffic study and the traffic light issue.



Senior Planner Larson stated that back in 2005 when Park Place Promenade was going through approvals the traffic study showed that the traffic light was needed at Colorado Avenue at that time and in the future one could be necessary at Oak Grove Parkway. He stated that once traffic reaches a certain level it would be brought before the City Council and it would be discussed as to how the costs would be divided up. Commissioner Trapp asked if 96th Lane would continue to be a private road to which Mr. Larson stated yes it will remain a private road and the city will not be involved in maintaining it. Commissioner Nguyen stated that he fully supports this. He asked if the round-about is a one or two car round-about. Mr. Doran stated that it is technically a one car round-about. Commissioner Nguyen asked about the units facing Oak Grove Parkway and if they will have stairs with direct access to the street. Mr. Doran stated that some of the apartments will have direct access to the street much like a townhome would. Commissioner Nguyen asked staff if there is going to be a new sidewalk built along the west side of 96th Lane and where it would stop. Senior Planner Larson stated that the sidewalks are currently constructed on the north or east side of the road and with this project it would be constructed along the west or south side up to the property line. It would end just beyond the last entrance. There would still be a gap from there all the way over to the tire store and those gaps would be filled in as development occurs. MOTION WEST-HAFNER, SECOND HANSON TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT/PLAT WITH VARIANCE FOR AN APARTMENT COMMUNITY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF OAK GROVE PARKWAY AND HAMPSHIRE AVENUE SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS IN THE DRAFT RESOLUTION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MOTOIN WEST-HAFNER, SECOND HANSON TO RECOMMEND A CONDITION REQUIRING A TRAFFIC STUDY REVIEW REGARDING ADDING A STREETLIGHT AT THE CORNER OF OAK GROVE PARKWAY AND 96TH AVENUE NORTH ONCE THE FIRST PHASE OF BUILDING WHICH WOULD BE THE CLUBHOUSE AND THE APARTMENT BUILDINGS CONNECTED WITH IT ARE STABILIZED. MOTION CARRIES UNANIMOUSLY. Chair Nguyen stated that this application will be considered by the City Council on April 13, 2015.

D. City of Brooklyn Park- Case# 15-107 Zoning code change to allow bees



Neighborhood Preservation Specialist Michelle Peterson stated that she is presenting a proposal that would allow beekeeping on all parcels within the city at the request of a resident. On December 15, 2014 the City Council directed staff to draw up an ordinance that staff thinks would work for the city. Some cities do allow bees with a permit, while others allow them without permits based on zoning which typically means being on a larger lot. Brooklyn Center now allows bees without a permit but does have certain requirements such as allowing no more than two hives and requiring that neighbors are notified. Ms. Peterson described what a hive would look like and how the beekeeping process works. The proposal is asking that a nucleus box be allowed for each hive that is on the property. They are designed for extra bee storage. This allows for a queen to be replaced in the main hive if the queen dies or for any other reason. It also allows for extra worker bees to be able to boost the population of a weak hive. The approximate start-up cost for beekeepers is seven hundred dollars. The proposed ordinance addresses the colony location and setbacks, with none being allowed in the front yard, and with corner lots being considered to have two front yards. Bee hives must be located at least ten feet from side and rear property lines and they must be ten feet from adjacent dwellings. The ordinance would require a flyway barrier for hives located less than twenty five feet from the property line. This barrier is to raise the flight pattern of bees above head level as they come and go from the hive. The barrier can be a solid fence or plantings. Hives would also be allowed on rooftops, which the City of Minneapolis actually has two of on their city hall and courthouse rooftop. Bee hive density would be determined by lot size. Hives must be well maintained and any extra material must be stored inside at enclosed structure. A water source is required for the hive and it must be located within ten feet of the hive. A colony can go through up to a gallon of water a day during the summer. The city ordinance would require a registration process the first year followed by annual renewals. To register, the city would require proof of beekeeping education. Also, there would be city inspections at the time of initial registration. Annual follow up inspections are not required at this time unless there have been complaints. At the time of registration, the city would provide notification to all adjacent neighbors so that if they have any questions or concerns they can be addressed at that time. Eden Prairie has received calls from residents after they received notification and a lot of the concerns are due to misconceptions or bee behavior and up to this point they have not received any written objections. If written objections are received about this new ordinance, they would have to go to the City Manager for approval. There would also be an appeals process if the resident does not agree with any decisions made. Either the Police or Code Enforcement would deal with any complaints. Eden Prairie has nineteen registered apiaries and the city of Minneapolis has about forty registered hives. Ms. Peterson stated that in attendance is Dave Schroeder who is a current resident of Champlin. He keeps hives in his back yard along with several other apiaries in Minnesota and Wisconsin. He has served as President of the Minnesota Hobby Beekeepers Association and is also state director with the Minnesota Honey Producers. He has extensive knowledge of bees and beekeeping. Chair Nguyen opened the public hearing. Seeing no one approach the podium, he closed the public hearing. Commissioner West-Hafner asked if there would be a fee to register. Ms. Peterson stated that City Council could require a fee. Other cities vary on how they handle fees.



Commissioner Schmidt asked about the flyway barrier and how high bees generally fly as well as about what happens if someone moves and leaves their hives behind. Also, he is concerned about people allergic to bees and what happens if a neighbor kid runs through the yard and gets stung and they are allergic. Dave Schroeder approached the podium. He stated that the flyaway barrier works to stop bees from flying lower than the barrier and hitting anyone. Most honeybees are not aggressive bees but this assures that they fly above head level. Generally bees in a town setting fly up to two miles in a normal flight path. Beekeepers invest a lot in their trade and they want to follow the rules. Most of them have one or two hives. He stated that generally there are no problems with bees and they have different venom that wasps and hornets. If the hives are fenced, people or animals will not be running around near them. Commissioner Stuewe asked staff if a neighborhood association could say no to bees even if the city ordinance allowed them. Neighborhood Preservation Specialist Michelle Peterson stated yes, they could. Commissioner Hanson stated that she grew up on a farm and had an uncle that did beekeeping. She asked staff what the majority of density would be for Brooklyn Park; how many colonies in general would be allowed. She stated that she has a concern about staff taking time for issues around bees when they could be working on issues related to cleanup of blighted properties, trash, and other issues. Planning Director Sherman stated that the vast majority of city properties would fall into the density that would allow two colonies. Commissioner Hanson asked staff what the city would do about abandoned colonies. Mr. Schroeder stated that a lot of people would like to get into bee keeping and would want to take over those hives. He stated that other municipalities have a list of people to call if anything happens. The club he is a member of has over four hundred and fifty members. It is rare for anyone to abandon hives as they are very expensive. Commissioner Hanson asked staff how many people have come forward wanting bees in the city. Ms. Peterson stated that it is probably three or four per summer. This is part of the green sustainable cities initiative and this interest in bees is growing. She stated that none of the cities she contacted had any abandoned hives. In talking about bees stinging people that are allergic, she stated that in her research that is not common, as bees have their mission, which is to produce honey and they rarely sting anyone. Their venom is different that wasps and bees and unless a person is tested, they would not know which they are actually allergic to. Kathy Roderick, 8356 Jersey Avenue approached the podium. She stated that she and her husband are avid gardeners and they have been very alarmed over the years about the disappearance of bees in their yard. They have had no apples the last few years because they have had no pollinators. Their personal interest in bees is that they want to support the environment. They would like to see Brooklyn Park support this.



Commissioner Walker asked staff what the thinking is about making this a zoning ordinance across the city rather than a Conditional Use Permit which would be reviewed on a case by case basis. Ms. Peterson stated that this is actually under the animal ordinance which is effective citywide. It is being done as a zoning ordinance change because there has to be changes in the zoning code also in order to allow it. Commissioner Schmidt stated that he still has a concern about people allergic to bees getting stung. He stated that he thinks of beekeeping as a more rural type of occupation. Commissioner Trapp asked if there is any type of homeowners insurance policy for people allergic to bees with city liability if they were to get stung. Dave Schroeder stated that he did not know. Commissioner Trapp asked if the requirements could be stricter to help alleviate the worry about people allegoric to bees being stung. Ms. Peterson stated that written objections as part of the ordinance will be the way that residents can raise this type of concern. When a written objection is received, the complaint would go automatically to the City Manager. Planning Director Sherman stated that if a written complaint was received because of an allergy to bees, the request for bees would be denied. The applicant would then be able to go through an appeals process through an administrative hearing. Commissioner Schmidt asked the other Planning Commissioners if they would like to see this tabled and brought back to a work session for additional discussion. Chair Nguyen stated that they were provided with very complete information as well as an expert on bees and if Minneapolis and other communities allow this he does not see why there needs to be further discussion. Commissioner Morton-Spears asked for a review of the requirements. She also asked how many complaints a person would need before the city would shut them down. Ms. Peterson reviewed the requirements and stated that shutting someone’s beekeeping down would depend on the type of complaints made. Commissioner West-Hafner stated that she is concerned with the details like what does the beekeeping course consist of, how does the city know the person actually went through something was registered and good, how does the city make sure there are not people allergic to bees in the near vicinity. She stated that she thinks these things need to be flushed out and that there should be some type of certification required and notification to the person’s homeowners insurance.



Ms. Peterson described some of the classes available in the twin cities and stated that the ordinance will require a certificate showing what type of classes the beekeeper has had. The city does want to give some consideration to people that have beekeeping experience. Commissioner Walker stated that she is in favor of voting tonight as the ordinance seems to cover all of the bases. Chair Nguyen stated that he would like to have beekeeping allowed only in certain residential zoning areas. MOTION SCHMIDT, SECOND WEST-HAFNER TO TABLE THIS TO THE MARCH 25,2015 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 7. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. None 8. OTHER BUSINESS A. Approval of Minutes- February 11, 2015 MOTION WEST-HAFNER SECOND SCHMIDT TO APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM THE FEBRUARY 11, 2015 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 9. INFORMATION ITEMS A. LRT Community Update Planning Director Sherman stated that two community meetings were conducted last week. ZThese meetings were conducted through the Metropolitan Transit office but city staff was also in attendance. One meeting was with the Maplebrook residents on Wednesday night, and on Thursday night there was a communitywide meeting at the North Hennepin Community College to talk about alternative designs for West Broadway. There will be a follow-up meeting on March 19th at the college. Over two hundred people turned out for the meeting last week and were very engaged and active in discussions. The station area planning process is getting under way and the first community meeting will be the week of March 16th to talk about the Brooklyn Boulevard station. B. Commission Comments Chair Nguyen stated that both he and Commissioner West-Hafner were sick and did not attend the last Recreation and Parks meeting so they have no updates this month. Commissioner Hanson stated that Mayor Lunde has missed four Planning Commission meetings and she wondered what the attendance policy is or what should be done to assure that there is a City Council liaison at the Planning Commission meetings.



Planning Director Sherman stated that she would raise this question with the City Manager. 10. ADJOURNMENT Chair Nguyen adjourned the meeting at 9:09 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Kathy Valez, Planning Assistant

APPROVED MINUTES


March 25, 2015 – Work Session Meeting Page 1 of 3

MINUTES OF THE BROOKLYN PARK PLANNING COMMISSION WORK SESSION MEETING

March 25, 2015

Approved Minutes

1. CALL TO ORDER Those Commissioners present: Cupka, Hanson, Nguyen, Schmidt, Spears, Stuewe, Trapp, Walker, West-Hafner. Also present Planning Director Sherman, Senior Planner Larson, and Neighborhood Preservation Specialist Michelle Peterson. Those Commissioners excused: Cupka 2. DISCUSSION ITEMS

A. Ranked Choice Voting. Dave Williams of the Charter Commission explained the concept of ranked choice voting and that he is visiting all of the commissions to introduce the concept. More public discussions and presentations will happen in the future.

B. Bees Michelle Peterson, Neighborhood Preservation Specialist, responded to questions from the last meeting where beekeeping was presented. She said that staff did a community survey on the website to gather comments and concerns and presented the results. She noted that typical homeowners’ insurance policies appear to cover the hobby aspect of beekeeping and resulting stings. Ms. Peterson introduced Cole Foss, 9819 Chestnut Cir. N. Mr. Foss stated that he is the resident that brought forward the initial question to the City Council. He presented videos to the Commission on the docile nature of the honey bees. He explained different allergens among bees and wasps and that they have different venoms. Commissioner Trapp asked how many bees are in a typical hive. Mr. Foss stated about 60,000. Commissioner Nguyen asked if the hives move. Mr. Foss stated that if the queen bee leaves, the bees will swarm away. Commissioner Nguyen asked if the hives compete with each other. Mr. Foss stated that if there is not enough honey, other bees could try to rob it.

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Commissioner Nguyen stated that he is concerned about multi-family settings. He stated he is supportive of single-family settings. Mr. Foss stated the setbacks and association rules would allow or prohibit them. Planning Director Sherman stated in duplex situations, the setbacks would allow them, but gives them space between units. Commissioner Trapp noted the initial inspections, but asked if there would be follow-up inspections. Ms. Peterson stated that those follow-up inspections would be as a result of a complaint. She noted a change in home ownership would need a new registration, but it is unlikely that the previous owners would sell the hive with the house. Commissioner Cupka noted the crisis in the bee population. He noted that this sister had bees in Atlanta for about 20 years with no issues. Ms. Sherman asked if spraying for mosquitos affected bees. Ms. Peterson stated some pesticides do not harm bees, but some like pymetherin or neonictonide pesticides do. Commissioner Schmidt stated that since he brought the tabling forward, he understands how bees fit into the environment. He stated that he comes from the medical side and has treaded anaphylaxis. He stated that we are not in the country, but rather in an urban environment. Commissioner Hanson stated that she has similar views as Commissioner Schmidt. She stated that she grew up on a farm. She stated that she is worried that this will lead to chickens, which she is not supportive of. She stated that she does not want it to be difficult, but there should be some hoops. She stated that not just anyone should be able to decide on a whim that they should be raising bees. Commissioner West-Hafner stated that she is concerned about the quality of the classes people would take. Elizabeth, a resident in the audience, stated that there are several classes that are around $200 and that people want to be there. Commissioner Hanson wants to know that people are invested in this hobby. Commissioner West-Hafner stated that she wants a legitimate class and that they just didn’t print out a certificate from a website. Ms. Peterson stated that Century College, the University of Minnesota, and some of the community colleges offer an 8-hour course. Commissioner Stuewe stated that the class should be from a state with a similar climate to Minnesota. Commissioner Trapp asked if the draft gives enough latitude for enforcement. Ms. Peterson stated that it does.

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Commissioner West-Hafner stated that she wants an hour length in the ordinance. Commissioner Walker asked how we would know that there isn’t a course from a different place that is shorter, but just as reputable. Commissioner Schmidt suggested that they must attain a certificate from course that is from an accredited program. Ms. Sherman recommended that the Commission take action tonight since the next meeting includes swearing in new commissioners. Commissioner Stuewe suggested that a fee to cover the inspector’s time is fair. MOTION SCHMIDT, SECOND WEST-HAFNER, TO RECOMMEND THE ORDINANCE WITH ACCREDITATION. Motion carried 8 - 1. 3. INFORMATION ITEMS

A. Committee/Commission Updates - None 4. OTHER BUSINESS

A. Approve February 25, 2015 minutes MOTION WEST-HAFNER, SECOND NGUYEN, TO APPROVE THE MINUTES. Motion adopted. 5. ADJOURNMENT – The meeting adjourned at 8:45 pm Respectfully submitted, Todd A. Larson Senior Planner

UNAPPROVED MINUTES

MINUTES OF THE BROOKLYN PARK PLANNING COMMISSION

WORK SESSION MEETING – March 27, 2019



Those present were: Commissioners: Herbers, Husain, Kiekow, Kisch, Mersereau, Mohammed,

Morton-Spears, and Vosberg; Senior Planner Larson; Planning Director Sherman; Council

Liaison West-Hafner.

Those not present: Commissioner Hanson.

1. CALL TO ORDER

Vice Chair Kisch called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.

2. DISCUSSION ITEMS

A. Conditional Use Permits

Planning Director Sherman suggested the Commission go through the current table of permitted

and conditional uses to decide what they would like to keep or change.

The consensus of the Commission was:

- Conventional halls to be kept as is.

- Car rental change to permitted.

o Senior Planner Larson suggested that parking standards be addressed.

o Commissioner Kiekow suggested screening and security be considered.

- Bus and truck storage to be kept as conditional.

- Business and trade schools should be permitted.

- Care centers (excluding vet clinics) needs to be discussed more especially if adjacent to

a residential area.

- Clubs should be left as a conditional use.

- Commercial indoor recreational facilities should be permitted unless next to a residential

area.

- Daycares should stay permitted.

- Distribution centers should be kept as is.

- Fabrication should be kept as a conditional use.

- Funeral Homes

o Crematorium should be allowed in Business Park

o Vet cremation should be included

- Helipad should be changed to a conditional accessory use.

- Hotels and motels should be changed to permitted but be subject to stringent licensing

requirements.

- Multiple buildings on one lot should be changed to permitted.

- Multi-family and cluster housing should be left as a conditional use.

- Public and quasi-public uses need to be better defined.

- Schools should be kept as a conditional use.

UNAPPROVED MINUTES

MINUTES OF THE BROOKLYN PARK PLANNING COMMISSION

WORK SESSION MEETING – March 27, 2019



- Restaurants should all be permitted but subject to a Site Plan Review when adjacent to

a residential area.

- Retail should all be permitted following certain criteria.

- Auto repair should be kept as a conditional use with additional criteria.

- Car washes should be permitted with criteria and added to industrial districts.

- Currency exchanges should be kept as a conditional use.

- Gas/fuel stations should be permitted with certain criteria.

- Indoor auto sales should be kept as a conditional use.

- Self-storage could possibly be permitted subject to certain criteria.

- Social clubs should be changed to a conditional use.

- Stone, marble or granite grinding and cutting should be kept as a conditional use and

possibly lumped in with contractor’s yard.

- Theaters should be a permitted use subject to certain criteria and a clear definition.

- Transient sales should be kept as a conditional use.

- Vehicle impound yards should be a conditional use.

- Warehousing should be a permitted use.

The Commission asked for accessory uses (such as a drive-thru) and special districts be

discussed at the next work session.

3. INFORMATION ITEMS

A. Broadway Square Drive-Thru

B. Veterinary Clinics

The Commission briefly discussed both upcoming application items: a proposal for a drive-thru

at Broadway Square and a code change to place Veterinary Clinics in their own category

permitted in all standard business districts.

4. OTHER BUSINESS

A. Approve February 27, 2019 Minutes

MOTION MERSEREAU, SECOND HUSAIN TO APPROVE THE FEB. 27, 2019 MINUTES.

MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

5. ADJOURNMENT

The meeting was adjourned at 8:52 pm.

Respectfully Submitted,

Natalie Davis

Planning Program Assistant

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