Public Hearing - Sheila Sellman, City Planner
Title
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Granting a Conditional Use Permit for the Rental and Outside Storage of Two Moving Trucks in a B-2 Zoning District at 9240 Baltimore Street NE. NRP Commercial (Case File No. 22-0025/EES)
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Executive Summary
The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to allow for the rental and storage of two moving trucks which are loaned to customers of the mortgage broker located on the property.
Schedule of Actions
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City Council (Conditional Use Permit) |
04/18/22 |
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Action Deadline |
05/30/22 |
Background
Staff report prepared by Elizabeth Showalter, Community Development Specialist
Zoning
The property is zoned B-2 (Community Commercial). Moving truck rental is a conditional use in the zoning district.
Surrounding Zoning and Land Uses
The properties north and south of the subject property are zoned B-2 and guided Community Commercial. The properties across Baltimore Street are zoned I-1 (Light Industrial) and guided Light Industrial.
Existing Conditions
The 0.9 acre parcel has an existing 6,220 square foot office building.
History
The building was originally constructed in 1989 as a batting cage facility. CUPs have been previously granted for recreation and construction/contractors offices. Both CUPs are void since the uses have been discontinued for over a year. Site plan approval was issued in 2017 (SP17-0019) for the construction of two concrete pads connected to the parking lot. At that time, the applicant did not indicate the parking lot expansion would be used for moving trucks. The applicant is now applying for the necessary CUP to allow that use.
Evaluation of Request
Site Plan
No site changes are proposed as part of this request. The applicant is proposing to continue storing the trucks on the existing concrete pads.
The 6,200 square foot building requires 21 parking stalls based on a mixture of bank (1/400) and office (1/200) uses, with 1,400 square feet excluded for restrooms and mechanical equipment. Currently 21 stalls are located on the site. No additional parking is necessary
Landscaping
The site meets current landscaping requirements and no tree removal is proposed.
Grading/Storm Drainage
The proposed storage of moving trucks will not require any additional grading or modification to the existing storm water drainage for the site/property.
Wetlands/Watershed
Given that the proposed storage of moving trucks will not require any additional grading or modification to the existing storm water drainage for the site/property, and that there was not a large disturbance for the construction of the existing parking pads, a watershed permit is not required.
Access/Street Design
The site/moving trucks will utilize the existing access drive to Baltimore Street NE. No additional access will be granted.
Conditional Use Permit
Section 27.04 Criteria for granting conditional use permits:
The Blaine City Council shall consider the advice and recommendations of the Planning Commission and the effect of the proposed use on the comprehensive plan and upon the health, safety, and general welfare of occupants of surrounding lands. Among other things, the Council shall consider the following findings where applicable. (Ord. No. 20-2447, 7-20-2020)
1. The use shall not create an excessive burden on existing parks, schools, streets and other public facilities and utilities which serve or are proposed to serve the area. The proposed use does not increase the burden on parks, schools, streets, or utilities.
2. The use will be located, designed, maintained, and operated to be compatible with adjoining properties and the existing or intended character of the zoning district. The use is accessory to an office use and is compatible with the adjacent commercial and industrial uses.
3. The use shall have an appearance that will not have an adverse effect upon adjacent properties. A condition has been included that the trucks must be parked against the building to reduce the visual impact.
4. The use, in the opinion of the City Council, shall be reasonably related to the overall needs of the City and to the existing land use.
5. The use shall be consistent with the purposes of the zoning code and purposes of the zoning district in which the applicant intends to locate the proposed use. The use is consistent with the purpose of the zoning code and the purpose of the district to provide services for the local area.
6. The use shall not be in conflict with the comprehensive plan of the City. The use is consistent with the comprehensive plan designation to provide services to neighborhoods or at a regional scale.
7. The use will not cause traffic hazard or congestion. The proposed development will not result in any additional traffic hazards or additional congestion to the area.
8. The use shall have adequate utilities, access roads, drainage and necessary facilities. The proposed development, as constructed, will have the required utility services, adequate roads and necessary drainage facilities to service the proposed development.
Strategic Plan Relationship
Not applicable.
Board/Commission Review
The public hearing is being held at the City Council meeting, therefore no review or
recommendation was received from the Planning Commission.
Financial Impact
Not applicable.
Public Outreach/Input
Notices of a public hearing were:
1. Mailed to property owners within 350 feet of the property boundaries.
2. Published in Blaine/Spring Lake Park/Columbia Heights/Fridley Life.
3. Posted on the City’s website.
Staff Recommendation
By motion, adopt the Resolution
Attachment List
Zoning and Location Map
Site Plan
Body
WHEREAS, an application has been filed by NRP Commercial LLC as Conditional Use Permit Case File No. 22-0025; and
WHEREAS, said case involves the property described as follows:
Lot 2 Block 1 CRAIG 3RD ADDITION
WHEREAS, the Blaine City Council held a public hearing and reviewed said case on April 18, 2022; and
WHEREAS, the criteria identified in Section 27.04 for granting a conditional use permit has been met.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Blaine that a conditional use permit is hereby approved per Section 30.14 (j) and 27.04 of the Zoning Ordinance to allow the rental and storage of two moving trucks with the following conditions:
1. Moving vans are limited to single rear axle vans and trucks up to thirty-three (33) feet in total overall length.
2. Moving trucks to be stored on paved surfaces on the east side of the building.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Blaine this 18th day of April, 2022.