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Council Report 97-83
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT--SCHMIT TOWING
Pro Dosed Action.
Staff recommends the following motion: Move to approve Resolution 97-51. ao\>roving a
conditional use permit to operate an auto towing business at 149 Jackson Avenue.
At the Zoning and Planning meeting, Mr. Brausen moved and Ms. Boen seconded a motion to
approve Resolution RZ97-1O, recommending approval of a conditional use permit to operate an
auto towing business at 149 Jackson Avenue. The motion carried unanimously,
Overview.
The applicant, Schmit Towing, is proposing to operate an auto towing business at 149 Jackson
Avenue. The Zoning Ordinance requires a conditional use permit if a use is not conducted totally
within a building. The subject building is the former Precious Metal building, which partially
collapsed this past winter.
The existing building will be used as the business office, dispatching area, vehicle maintenance
area and truck storage area.
The applicant will also own the home to the south and plans to continue the use as rental
property, In the future, the applicant hopes to expand the business to this property.
Primarv Issues to Consider.
o What is the zoning of the property, and how has the Comprehensive Plan designated the
subject site?
o What are the specifics of the applicants operation?
o What was the discussion at the Zoning and Planning meeting?
SUDDortinl! Documents,
o Analysis ofIssues
o Site Plan
o Resolution 97-51
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Primary Issues to Consider.
o What is the zoning of the property, and how has the Comprehensive Plan
designated the subject site?
The subject property is zoned 1-2, General Industrial. The Comprehensive Plan has
designated the site as industrial.
o What are the specifics ofthe towing operation?
Landscaping
There is existing landscaping on the site. The existing landscaping is along Second Street
and the corner of Jackson and Second, The zoning ordinance does not require additional
landscaping on the site.
Public Works
The Public Works department has reviewed the site plan. They noted that the parking
area will have to have curb and gutter, The applicant was notified of this and will add
curb and gutter to the parking area. Also, Minnehaha Watershed District will have to
approve the site plan. The applicant has been informed of the watershed approval needed.
Fencing
The fence surrounding the site will be an eight-foot privacy fence, The gate on the east
side will be a chain link sliding fence. The chain link gate will have slats. The applicant at
the Planning Commission meeting, agreed to improve the appearance of the fence on the
west and south sides, The fence on these sides will be similar to the fence on Excelsior
Boulevard. An example of the fence is included in this report,
Parking
The parking area will be completely paved. The parking area will be used for the parking
of personal vehicles, winter storage of vehicles, and storage of impounds.
Access
Access to the fenced parking area will be from the east side alley. The site plan indicated
two entrances, one gate will be a swing gate and the second a sliding gate.
Exterior
The exterior of the building will remain the same, The house and garage will be painted,
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Surrounding uses
The site is surrounded by AIliant Tech on the north, south, and east and industrial uses to
the west.
o What was the discussion at the Zoning and Planning meeting?
Ms. Anderson reviewed the proposed improvements to the site. Stephen and Betty
Schmit, the applicants, appeared before the Commission, The Schmits reviewed the
proposed improvements with the Commission. Mr. Schmit stated that the lot would hold
25 cars. He also stated that they do not tow many junk cars; the only junk car that may be
on the site is an abandoned car from an apartment complex. The majority of the cars they
tow go to auto repair businesses. The Commission was concerned with cars being pushed
into the fence. Mr. Schmit stated that they will construct steel posts with a steel bar on
the interior of the fence so this will not occur. The Commission asked the Schmits if they
would upgrade the fence. The Schmits stated they would be in favor of upgrading the
fence on the west and south sides of the site. The Commission found this acceptable. The
fencing on the west and south sides will be the same as the fence along Excelsior
Boulevard. No one in the audience spoke at the public hearing.
Alternatives.
1. Approve the conditional use permit to operate an auto towing business at 149 Jackson
Avenue. By approving the conditional use permit, the applicant will be able to construct
the storage lot as proposed,
2. Deny the conditional use permit to operate an auto towing business at 149 Jackson
Avenue. By denying the conditional use permit, the applicant will not be able to
construct the storage lot as proposed, If the Planning Commission considers this
alternative, findings will have to be identified that support this alternative.
3. Continue for further information. If the City Council indicates that further information is
needed, the item should be continued,
CITY OF HOPKINS
Hennepin Connty, Minnesota
RESOLUTlONNO: 97-51
RESOLUTION MAKING FINDINGS OF FACT AND
APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO OPERATE
AN AUTO TOWING BUSINESS AT 149 JACKSON
WHEREAS, an application for Conditional Use Permit CUP97-5 has been made by Schmit
Towing;
WHEREAS, the procedural history of the application is as follows:
1. That an application for a conditional use permit was made by Schmit Towing on March
27, 1997;
2. That the Hopkins Zoning and Planning Commission, pursuant to mailed and published
notice, held a public hearing on the application and reviewed such application on April 29,
1997: all persons present were given an opportunity to be heard;
3. That the written comments and analysis of City staff were considered; and
4. A legal description of the subject property is as follows:
Lots 24, 25, 26 and the north 10 feet of Lot 23, Block 3, West Minneapolis Center Addition.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the application for Conditional Use Permit
CUP97-5 is hereby approved based on the following Findings of Fact:
1. That the proposed development meets the requirements for a conditional use permit.
2. That the proposed development meets the zoning requirements.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that application for Conditional Use Permit CUP97-5 is hereby
approved based on the following conditions:
1. That the Engineering Department approves the final stormwater, drainage and
grading plan.
2. That Minnehaha Watershed District approves the site plan.
3. That curb and gutter is added to the parking lot.
4, That no stripped cars will be on the site for more than 20 days.
5. That the fence on the west and south side is upgraded to the proposed fence on Excelsior
Boulevard.
6. That steel posts with a steel bar are added to the interior of the fence.
Adopted this 6th day of May, 1997.
Charles D. Redepenning, Mayor
ATTEST:
Teny Obermaier, City Clerk
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
DETAILED NARRATIVE for SITE & LANDSCAPING PLANS
LOCATION: 149 JACKSON ST NE
HOPKINS, MN
OCCUPANCY CHANGE: AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS
PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE LOCATION:
SITE PLAN - ModifY the front entrance of the old Precious Metal Platers building to
accommodate new handicap access ramp and stairs. Erect an eight foot wood privacy fence
around the property line between the current office /shop building and the private garage that is
for the residence on the property, There will be m:o gates to enter the fenced area, both or which
will be eight foot chain link with privacy slats and require entry from the alley, One gate will be a
swing gate, the other a sliding gate. The fenced area will be used for vehicle parking and will be
completely paved.
LANDSCAPING PLA1'lS - The property is nicely landscaped at this time. We intend to
leave all existing border trees and shrubs, It has been aetennined that no additional landscaping is
necessary for this property and there is no space to add any additional landscaping The house and
garage will get a fresh coat of paint.
SUPPLEMENTAL DATA FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
DETAll,ED NARRATIVE for CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY
LOCATION: 149 JACKSON ST NE
HOPKINS, MN
OCCUPANCY CHANGE: AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS
PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE LOCATION:
EXISTING PRECIOUS METAL BUILDING - We will move our automotive
transportation operations into this building. The front portion will be our business office and
dispatching area. A small area in the back of the shop will be an employee lounge and kitchen
area. The remainder of the building will be for maintenance and light repairs of our own company
vehicles only. We also will store our trucks inside when not in use.
The vehicle parking area will be used for storing some of our own personal
vehicles. There will be some space set aside for winter storage of vehicles for a fee. The remainder
will be used for storage of private property impounds and overnight storage of vehicles on
. occasion when waiting for delivery.
Schmit Towing, Inc. is a service provider for repair shops, fleets and automobile
dealerships,
EXISTING RESIDENCE and GARAGE. We intend to leave the residence
as rental property at this time. Sometime in the next two to three years we hope to donate the use
of the building to the City of Hopkins Police & Fire Dept, To be used for training purposes and
then burned down. At that time we will be looking at extending the parking area the remainder of
the property with fencing and pavement.
KENNEDY TRANSMISSION WEST
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721 Hampshire Ave. So. Golden Valley. Mn. (612) 546-6044
March 26, 1997
To Whom it May Concern,
Schmit Towing has been a tenant of mine for several years. I have found their
operation to be very clean and professional. I have also used their services
exclusively for several years and have been very pleased with the positive
comments from many of my customers. I sincerely believe Mr. Schmit and his
business would be an asset to any community,
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(612) 922-5235 fax (612) 922-5435
March 26, 1997
Re: Schmit Towing, Inc.
To whom it may concern,
Schmit Towing, Inc. has been a Tenant of mine for a approximately One year. I have found their
payments to be consistently on time, reliable and free of hassle. They are pleasant to work with and
conduct themselves in a professional and business like manner,
Should you need any further infonnation regarding my experience with Schmit Towing, Inc., please
feel free to call.
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Alexander Ug
Owner
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Park Charter Service. Park Bus Company
'-06 Wooddale Ave So., Sl Louis Park, MN 55416
.one: (612) 929-6212 Fax: (612) 929-4763
March 26, 1997
City of Hopkins
Zoning Dept.
To Whom It May Concern:
In regards to my experience as landlord for Schmit Towing, Inc, They have been a tenant
in my building since September 1995. Their operation is professionally run with a lot of
attention to neatness. They experience very little public traffic and do not cause any
disturbances. I would recommend them as a very good business for any area.
Respectfully,
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