St. Louis Park Planning Commission 2017 Annual Report

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1 St. Louis Park Planning Commission 2017 Annual Report The St. Louis Park Planning Commission is a seven member advisory body made up of citizen volunteers appointed by the City Council. The Planning Commission reviews and makes recommendations on Comprehensive Plan amendments, development projects, and zoning studies and amendments. It also holds public hearings where the public can give input to Commission recommendations. 1 Public art installed at 4800 Excelsior by Lisa Elias

2 2017 Planning Commission Members Lisa Peilen, Chair Carl Robertson, Vice-Chair Claudia Johnston-Madison Lynne Carper Torrey Kanne Richard Person Joe Tatalovich, School Board Representative Ethan Rickert, Youth Member St. Louis Park Community Development Department Staff Karen Barton, Community Development Director Meg McMonigal, Principal Planner Sean Walther, Planning & Zoning Supervisor Gary Morrison, Assistant Zoning Administrator Jennifer Monson, Planner Jacquelyn Kramer, Associate Planner Nancy Sells, Administrative Secretary Joseph Ayers-Johnson, Community Development Intern 2

3 Figure 1 Development Projects in St. Louis Park updated December

4 Projects Under Consideration Platia Place Location: 9808 and 9920 Wayzata Blvd Description: The proposed development at the former Santorini s restaurant site includes a 149 unit apartment building and a -story, 112-room hotel at the northwest corner of I-394 and MN 19. Final approval of the plat and PUD are anticipated in early Developer: SLP Park Ventures, LLC Approved Projects Via Location: SE quadrant of Hwy 7 and Wooddale Ave Description: PLACE, a non-profit developer, has approved plans to construct a mixed-use, mixed-income transit-oriented redevelopment at the southeast quadrant of Highway 7 & Wooddale Ave called Via. The plans include 299 apartment units, a 110-room hotel, a coffee shop, cafe, a bike shop, a makers space, a co-working space, e-generation and greenhouse and approximately 1-acre urban forest. The development will be split between the north and south sides of the planned SWLRT Wooddale Station. The proposed development incorporates a mix of renewable energy sources, including an anaerobic digester, a wind turbine and solar panels, which will provide 90% of the heat and power for the development. The entire development is designed to achieve LEED certification. Demolition of the former McGarvey building was complete in November Construction on the north site is anticipated to start in early 2018, and on the south site in spring Developer: PLACE 4

5 The Elmwood Location: 505 W 3 th St Description: 3th Street LLC, the owner of the 3th Street Business Center/American Legion at 50 W. 3th Street, has approved plans for a 5 story, 70 unit mixed-use development called The Elmwood. The building will be marketed toward residents aged 55+ who lead active lifestyles. The development will be located on a 1 acre parcel at the southeast corner of Xenwood Avenue and 3th Street West. The Elmwood consists of market rate and affordable apartments, and approximately 4,400 square feet of leasable office/commercial space. The development includes on-street, surface, and underground parking and 1/4 acre of outdoor amenity space. Construction is expected to commence spring 2018, and the building is expected to open mid Developer: 3 th Street LLC Parkway 25 Location: 4001 County Road 25 and 4025 Highway 7 Description: Sela Group recently acquired the former Vescio Restaurant and Valu Stay Inn sites at 4001 County Road 25 and 4025 Highway 7 respectively. Plans have been approved to redevelop the properties with a five-story, mixed-use building. The redevelopment consists of 112 luxury apartment units and 12,000 sq ft of ground floor commercial space on a combined 1.57 acre parcel. The project includes surface and underground parking and outdoor amenity space. Construction began in the fall 2017, and the building is expected to open in late Developer: Paz Sela, Sela Investments Courtyard by Marriott Hotel Location: 990 Wayzata Blvd. Description: A Courtyard by Marriott Hotel is being constructed on the north side of the existing Marriott hotel in the Shelard Park area. The hotel will be six stories with 142 rooms. The two hotels will have a pedestrian connection allowing customers to have full access to amenities offered at each hotel. The hotel opened in February Developer: CSM Corporation 5

6 Central Park West (The West End final phases) Location: I-394 and Highway 100 Description: Five more buildings are proposed for construction at The West End at I-394 and Highway 100. The phases include two - story multiple-family residential buildings, a -story limited service hotel, two 11-story office buildings, a 2,534-stall parking ramp, and a central civic space featuring public art. At full build-out, the multiphase development proposes 33 residential units with 11 affordable units, 12 hotel rooms, and 70,70 sq ft of class A office space. Phases include: Phase 1-Central Park West Apartments: 199 units (complete end of 2017) Phase III-AC Hotel by Marriott: 150 rooms (complete 2018). Phase IV-10 West End: 335,710 sq ft (coming soon). Phase II-Future Multi-family residential building: 14 units Phase V-Future office: 335,710 sq ft Developer: DLC Residential Central Park West Apartments (Phase I of Central Park West) Location: West End Description: As a part of the final phase of West End, DLC Residential is currently constructing a 199-unit luxury apartment building with underground and surface parking. The apartment building will be adjacent to a large public gathering (civic) space for both active and passive recreation. The building opened at the end of Developer: DLC Residential AC Hotel By Marriott (Phase III of Central Park West) Location: 5075 Wayzata Blvd Description: TPI Hospitality is constructing a -story, 12 room AC Hotel by Marriott in the West End area. It is Phase III of the Central Park West redevelopment and is located on the border of St. Louis Park and Golden Valley. The hotel will have a rooftop amenity space as well as a small bar and restaurant. Construction began in spring 2017 and the building opened in January Developer: TPI Hospitality

7 10 West End (Phase IV of Central Park West) Location: 101 Utica Avenue S Description: The Excelsior Group and Ryan Companies have approved plans for an 11-story, 335,710 sq ft Class A office building within The West End area. The building is Phase IV of the Central Park West and will include the building and one half of a planned parking structure, providing 1,200 stalls. Key features include approximately 5,000 sq ft of shared outdoor amenity space, 3,500 sq ft of covered retail at ground level, a fitness facility, public locker rooms, and an indoor bike room that can be accessed from the linear civic space. The design of the building incorporates mostly Class I materials and provides a modern take on the durability of a brick warehouse building. Construction is expected to commence once sufficient pre-leasing commitments have been secured. Developer: The Excelsior Group and Ryan Companies 4800Excelsior Location: 470 and 4900 Excelsior Boulevard Description: Weidner Apartment Homes is constructing a six-story mixed-use development immediately west of the landmark Excelsior & Grand called 4800Excelsior. The development will contain 14 apartment units (14 market-rate and 18 affordable units at 0% of the area median income) and 28,228 sq ft of ground floor commercial space leased to Fresh Thyme grocery and liquor store. Lisa Elias of Elias Metal Studio was commissioned to create a sculptural wall relief and bike racks on the south side of the 4800Excelsior building. This work was installed at the end of Construction began in the summer of 201. Fresh Thyme grocery store opened in November 2017 and the rest of the building opened by the end of Developer: Weidner Apartment Homes Lincoln Car Dealership Location: 475 Wayzata Boulevard Description: NLD 394 LLC is redeveloping a 2.7 acre parcel at the former site of Woodfire Grill and Bennigan s Restaurants along the south side of Wayzata Blvd. The developer plans to construct a new 2,471 square feet auto dealership building, parking lot, new landscaping, and an underground storm water management system. Demolition began early 2017 and the store opened in early Developer: NLD 394 LLC 7

8 The Shoreham Location: 3907 Highway 7 Description: Bader Development redeveloped a 2.23-acre block at the southwest corner of County Highway 25 and France Avenue. The $45 million mixed-use project called The Shoreham includes a 5-story building with 148 apartments (including 30 affordable units) and 20,000 square feet of commercial office space. The project resulted in the retention of one local business, the attraction of a new medical clinic, and the creation of over 50 new jobs. The building opened in May Developer: Bader Development 8

9 Zoning Amendments Accessory Dwelling Units in Religious Institutions This ordinance states that dwelling units as an accessory use to Religious Institutions will be allowed in the residential zoning districts. Language was added to Section 3-13(d)(7) regarding conditions for Religious Institutions stating, Churches, temples, convents or homes for persons affiliated therewith, provided that such convent or home shall house no more than fifteen (15) persons. City Council approved the ordinance on March 20, 2017, and the ordinance took effect on April 14, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Ordinance City staff are developing zoning requirements for electric vehicle charging stations in new developments. The intent is to facilitate and encourage the use of electric vehicles and to expedite the establishment of a convenient, cost-effective electric vehicle infrastructure. The ordinance will establish definitions, permitted locations, required number of spaces, design standards, and maintenance obligations. Planning commission reviewed a draft ordinance in fall 2017, and staff anticipate bringing a complete ordinance to planning commission for recommendation of approval in early Mixed Use Zoning District Revision Historically, the City of St. Louis Park rezoned properties to M-X Mixed Use Zoning District and applied a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Permit to allow for mixed-use buildings. In 2015, the City of St. Louis Park adopted a specific PUD zoning district, reducing the effectiveness and usefulness of the existing M-X District. As of today, there are no undeveloped (or underdeveloped) parcels zoned for mixed-use, so a rezoning would be required. In August 2017 staff kicked off the process to update the existing M-X District to provide a zoning district that allows a citywide standard for mixed-use developments that are site and context sensitive. Over several study sessions in fall 2017, staff presented options to the Planning Commission for determining building orientation, building height, transitions between residential districts building setbacks, bonuses, building articulation standards, façade details, and screening options. In early 2018 staff will present additional M-X District code options for the commission s consideration, with the expectation of bringing a revised M-X zoning district for planning commission approval in the first quarter of Small Cell Wireless Ordinance On May 30, 2017, Governor Mark Dayton signed a bill amending the state s Telecommunications Rightof-Way User Law. This law restricts the city s ability to control installation of small cell wireless technology in public right-of-way. Under the new law, cities may continue to require a permit to install small wireless facilities, however, the law significantly limits the city s ability to deny the proposed installations. Staff presented a draft ordinance to planning commission in December The zoning amendment clarifies existing regulations, and creates additional regulations intended to further define where installations can be installed, expand on co-location requirements, and create additional design criteria. Staff will continue to work with other departments and city attorneys to refine the ordinance and 9

10 anticipate bringing a complete ordinance to planning commission for recommendation of approval in early Industrial Districts Third Shift The city received an application in fall 2017 from Lyman Lumber, who would like to expand its building supply distribution center operation by starting a 3rd shift. It is unable to do so, however, due to Section 3-242(10) of the zoning ordinance which prohibits industrial uses from operating between am and 10pm Monday through Saturday when the industrial property is located adjacent to a residential property. Therefore it requested an amendment to the code to allow a third shift with specific conditions listed in the proposed ordinance. City Council approved the zoning amendment on December 4, 2017, and the ordinance will take effect on December 29, Architectural Design City staff are developing revisions to the architectural design standards in the zoning ordinance, and evaluating the effectiveness of the ordinance. This amendment will update building materials, design criteria, and screening requirements. Staff will assemble panel of design professionals to review these standards, and present the revised zoning ordinance to planning commission in

11 Applications Reviewed APPLICATIONS REVIEWED Comprehensive Plan Amendments Conditional Use Permits Planned Unit Developments Rezoning Subdivisions/Plats Variances Zoning Code Amendments

12 2018 Work Plan 1. Review Development Applications: Hold study sessions and hearings in order to make informed recommendations to city council a. Beltline Redevelopment b. Bais Yaakov Girls High School c. Yeshiva Boys High School d. Bridgewater 2. Comprehensive Plan Process a. Review existing Comprehensive Plan b. Provide input into the community outreach strategies for the Comprehensive Plan c. Insure the community s vision is incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan d. Review drafts of the Comprehensive Plan document, as they are available e. Hold a public hearing on the draft Comprehensive Plan and make a recommendation to City Council 3. Zoning Items a. Review the Mixed-Use zoning district requirements and amend as needed b. Adopt the electric vehicle charging station ordinance c. Adopt the small cell wireless facilities ordinance d. Review architectural materials requirements and adopt ordinance revisions e. Review the draft Form-Based Code and work toward formal adoption after drafts of relevant Comprehensive Plan sections are prepared. f. Review other zoning ordinance amendments and updates i. Light industrial uses ii. Bird-friendly development iii. Dark skies ordinance 12

13 Appendix A: Full List of Applications Conditional Use Permit Carpenter Park Location: 5005 Minnetonka Boulevard Applicant: City of St. Louis Park Case No.: 1-4-CUP Preliminary/Final Plat & PUD The Elmwood Location: 505 3th Street W Applicant: 3th Street LLC Case No.: 1-47-S, 1-48-PUD Zoning Code Amendment - accessory dwelling units to religious institutions in residential zoning districts Applicant: City of St. Louis Park Case No.: ZA Conditional Use Permit Douglas Corporation Location: 3520 Xenwood Avenue Applicant: Douglas Corporation Case No.: CUP Comprehensive Plan Amendment, PUD, Plat, Variance - PLACE Location: Southeast quadrant of Highway 7 and Wooddale Ave and the northeast corner of West 3th Street and Wooddale Avenue Applicant: PLACE E-Generation One, LLC Case No.: CP, S, 17-0-PUD, VAR PUD Knollwood Chick-Fil-A Location: 8332 Highway 7 Applicant: Chick-fil-A, Inc. Case No.: PUD Conditional Use Permit Walker Lake Stormwater Ponds Location: 3400 Republic Avenue & 7015 Walker Street Applicant: St. Louis Park Engineering Department Case No.: CUP Conditional Use Permit Snap Fitness Location: 7210 Minnetonka Boulevard Applicant: Steven E. Cherney Case No.: CUP 13

14 Special Permit Major Amendment Benhilde-St. Margaret s Location: 2501 MN-100 Applicant: Benilde-St. Margaret s School (BSM) Case No.: CUP Major Amendment to PUD Parkway 25 Location: 4001 & 4025 Highway 7 Applicant: Parkway 25, LLC Case No.: PUD Preliminary Plat & Preliminary PUD Platia Place Location: 9808 and 9920 Wayzata Boulevard Applicant: SLP Venture Properties Case No.: S, PUD Major Amendment to PUD The Elmwood Location: 505 West 3th Street Applicant: 3th Street LLC Case No.: PUD Conditional Use Permit American Legion Post 282 Location: 509 and 515 Walker Street Applicant: Paul Revere Masonic Lodge and the American Legion Case No.: CUP Zoning Ordinance Amendment Industrial Uses Third Shift Applicant: Lyman Lumber Case No.: ZA Condition Use Permit with Variance Water Treatment Plant 4 Location: 4701 West 41st Street Applicant: St. Louis Park Engineering Department Case No.: 17-2-CUP, VAR 14

15 Study Session Reports and Discussions Elmwood Traffic Study Review The Elmwood Development Via/PLACE Development Council Chambers Remodeling Architectural Design Study Vision 3.0 Wooddale Station TIF District Elmwood Apartments TIF District Comprehensive Plan Update Industrial District Third Shifts Zoning Amendment Mixed-Use Zoning District Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Zoning Ordinance Small Cell Wireless Facilities Zoning Ordinance 15

16 Appendix B: Annual Report Summary The Planning Commission is a seven member advisory group of citizen volunteers appointed by the city council. The 2017 members included Lisa Peilen (Chair), Carl Robertson (Vice-Chair), Claudia Johnston-Madison, Lynne Carper, Torrey Kanne, Richard Person, Joe Tatalovich (School Board Representative), and Ethan Rickert (Youth Member). Commissioners pride themselves in their thoughtful consideration of applications. Commissioners review detailed staff reports, conduct fair and civil public hearings, discuss complex issues in study sessions, and make sound recommendations in a timely fashion. I Goals and Key Initiatives: a. Key Duties: i. Review Comprehensive Plan amendments, development projects, and zoning studies and amendments ii. Hold public hearings and make recommendations to the city council b Activities: The commission reviewed 13 applications in 2017, including: i. Developments: Platia Place, Via, The Elmwood, Parkway 25, Knollwood Chick-Fil-A, Carpenter Park Stormwater Project, American Legion, Water Treatment Plant 4 ii. Code amendments: Accessory dwelling units to religious institutions, electric vehicle charging stations, small cell wireless facilities, mixed-use II. zoning district, outdoor storage, third shift in industrial zones 2018 Goals and Key Initiatives/Activities: a. Review Development Applications i. Hold study sessions and hearings in order to make informed recommendations to city council (i.e. Beltline Station Redevelopment) b. Comprehensive Plan Process i. Review existing Comprehensive Plan ii. Provide input into the community outreach strategies iii. Insure the community s vision and priorities are incorporated iv. Review drafts of the Comprehensive Plan document v. Hold a public hearing on the draft Comprehensive Plan and make a recommendation to City Council c. Zoning Code Studies i. Recommend Mixed-Use zoning district ordinance ii. Recommend electric vehicle charging station ordinance iii. Recommend small cell wireless facilities ordinance iv. Review architectural materials requirements v. Review the Form-Based Code and work toward formal adoption 1

17 III. vi. Review other zoning ordinance amendments and updates 1. Light industrial uses 2. Bird-friendly development 3. Dark skies ordinance Race Equity and Inclusion a. Incorporate racial equity into the goals of the St. Louis Park 2040 Comprehensive Plan. b. Identify strategies to broaden participation and reduce barriers that may be present, including transportation, child care, meeting times and locations, methods of collecting input, notification methods, etc. IV. Opportunities for Collaboration a. Conduct joint meetings on updates to specific chapters of the Comprehensive Plan with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission and the Environment & Sustainability Commission. b. If commissioner training on variance applications occur, include the Board of Zoning Appeals. 17