Planning Commission

AGENDA Planning Commission REGULAR MEETING June 6, 2024 7:00 PM Oakdale City Council Chambers 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. CALL OF ROLL 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. May 2, 2024 6. OPEN FORUM 7. PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW a. OLD BUSINESS i. None b. NEW BUSINESS i. Public Hearing – James Ford, 6512 49th Street North – Conditional Use Permit for a Second Garage ii. Public Hearing – Companion Animal Care, 1480 Helmo Avenue North – Planned Unit Development Amendment, Conditional Use Permit for a Kennel, and Site Plan 8. OTHER i. Staff Liaison Update(s)* ii. Commissioner Update(s)* iii. Council Liaison Update(s)* 9. ADJOURNMENT *Items marked with an asterisk have no accompanying material. The next regular Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for July 11, 2024 @ 7PM in the Council Chambers at Oakdale City Hall. 1  PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF OAKDALE May 2, 2024 The Oakdale Planning Commission held a meeting on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at Oakdale City Hall, 1584 Hadley Avenue North, Oakdale, Minnesota. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM. CALL OF ROLL On a call of roll, the following were present: Chairperson: Dallas Pierson Commissioners: Tom Willenbring Christopher Campbell Michael McCauley Yaya Diatta Janet Hagen Lee Stolarski Also Present: Luke McClanahan, City Planner Max Lohse, Community Development Specialist Jake Ingebrigtson, City Council Liaison Jeff Miller, HKGi Beth Richmond, HKGi PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILLENBRING, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CAMPBELL, TO APPROVE THE AGENDA. VOTED IN FAVOR: Chair Pierson AYE Commissioner Willenbring AYE Commissioner McCauley AYE Commissioner Campbell AYE Commissioner Stolarski AYE Commissioner Diatta AYE Commissioner Hagen AYE 7 Ayes. Motion approved. 2 Planning Commission Minutes May 2, 2024 Page 2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILLENBRING, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER MCCAULEY, TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 4, 2024 AS PRESENTED. VOTED IN FAVOR: Chair Pierson AYE Commissioner Willenbring AYE Commissioner McCauley AYE Commissioner Campbell AYE Commissioner Stolarski AYE Commissioner Diatta AYE Commissioner Hagen AYE 7 Ayes. Motion approved. OPEN FORUM Chair Pierson opened the open forum. There were no public comments made. Chair Pierson closed the open forum. PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW a. OLD BUSINESS None b. NEW BUSINESS i. ZONING AND SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE UPDATE PROJECT Planner Jeff Miller from HKGi, a consulting firm providing support to the City, presented an overview of the ordinance update project including the objectives, scope, and approach. There will be four phases: Code Diagnosis (March-May), Draft Ordinance Revisions (June- September), Planning Commission and City Council Review of Drafts (September-October) and lastly Adoption (November-December). The key topics for discussion during the presentation included the zoning districts, exterior building materials, parking, landscaping, screening, lighting, and signage. Community engagement for the code update was also discussed. Mr. Miller welcomed questions throughout the discussion. General questions the commissioners were to consider while going through the discussion were reviewed. 3 Planning Commission Minutes May 2, 2024 Page 3 Chair Pierson asked HKGi to define what they mean by “contemporary development”. Mr. Miller gave examples of more mixed-use development, and more flexibility in codes, such as housing types, and commercial versus residential. City Planner Luke McClanahan explained some of the different Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) in the City of Oakdale, including Greenway, Helmo Station, Willowbrooke, Tartan Crossing, Greens of Silver Lake, and how they allow flexibility without having to get variances. Chair Pierson questioned the gateway zoning district on the map on the west side of I-694, as they are privately owned. Mr. McClanahan verified that is the vacant Regan property and the Bible Institute. The east side of I-694, which previously contained gateway zoning, was rezoned to the Helmo Station PUD. Commissioner Stolarski asked what streamlining zoning districts entails. Mr. Miller replied that if a district is underutilized and can be merged into another “like” district, the recommendation would be to re-zone that district accordingly. Planner Beth Richmond with HKGi noted that a thorough zoning analysis is done to ensure merging districts makes sense before recommending any streamlining. Ms. Richmond noted that there are currently no building material requirements in the code for residential, public/institutional, or accessory buildings and asked for thoughts on that. Commissioner McCauley felt the code should include exterior design standards for such uses; Commissioner Campbell respectfully disagreed. He noted he would not want it to be burdensome, and it has not been an issue. Chair Pierson said that because staff currently resolves many of these issues before coming to the Commission, the current process works. He also questioned the mixture of different classes of materials needed for commercial buildings. Ms. Richmond also asked whether pre-engineered metal buildings and pole barns still need to be prohibited and how they apply to residential. Commissioner Campbell felt that accessory use buildings are fine; he was not sure about residential. Commissioner McCauley felt architectural metals should be allowed for residential. Chair Pierson noted that when the codes were developed years ago, things were all about aesthetics and making houses look the same. Regarding parking requirements, Commissioners Willenbring and Campbell noted they felt there should be a mechanism in place to be able to deviate from code if needed. Commissioner Diatta suggested leaving parking up to developers based on the demographics of their tenants and Commissioner Hagen agreed. Commissioner Diatta said that Move Minnesota partnered with the City of St. Paul to manage/give incentives to people to take other modes of transportation so parking is not as much of an issue. Compliance with landscaping requirements is not usually an issue according to Commissioner Campbell. Chair Pierson thought of one instance having to do with trees, but a PUD was used to rectify that situation. Commissioner Hagen asked about residential as there is not currently a differentiation between commercial and residential landscaping in the code. Commissioner Hagen specifically mentioned planting of prairie gardens. 4 Planning Commission Minutes May 2, 2024 Page 4 Minnesota law states that cities must allow native vegetation planting and that should be incorporated into the code. Commissioner Diatta mentioned it makes more sense to concentrate on codes regarding commercial builds. He felt that residential development is adequately structured. Commissioner Diatta mentioned lighting issues with signage, and Commissioner Campbell was more concerned about full cut-off, also referred to as dark sky outdoor lighting, which is not burdensome. Chair Pierson noted it depends on how you measure it. Commissioner Stolarski mentioned issues with motion lighting from neighbors. In general, the Commission would like the lighting code reviewed. Commissioners discussed signage. There are laws that no longer allow regulation of signs based on content. As such, the code needs to be updated to comply. Pylon signs, which are generally over 20 feet high, are currently only allowed on interstate freeway right of way. Ms. Richmond asked if they should be allowed along county highways. Commissioner McCauley asked about static versus dynamic signage. There was no consensus by the Commission. Commissioner Campbell asked if there has been an issue, and Chair Pierson could only think of one issue. Commissioner Diatta asked about advertising signs as there are different rules for off-premise versus on-premise. Commissioner Campbell brought up a large number of temporary signs at a grocery store. He was not in favor of expanding the code. Currently the code allows two 10-day periods for temporary signs. Commissioner Diatta mentioned variances can be given if a smaller business needs more time. He also felt we should look at allowing temporary signage outside multi-unit residential dwellings, but others did not agree. Dynamic billboards were discussed. 30 seconds per turnover is allowed by the code, Oakdale currently has no dynamic billboards. Mr. McClanahan noted that sound/noise is a separate chapter in our code, not within the scope of this project. Regarding community engagement for this project, Chair Pierson asked whether the Parks and Recreation Commission should be included, but since most cities do not make parks a special zone, it may not be necessary to include them now, but they can always do so later. A software program named Konveio will be used to share HKGi’s output with the Commission and Council to facilitate productive feedback. Definition of terminology will be included in the document. Engagement with past and current developers will be part of the process to obtain feedback on the ordinance updates. OTHER i. Staff Liaison Updates Mr. McClanahan reminded the Commission of the May 7 development bus tour. He noted that there will likely be a June Planning Commission meeting. He also noted that the July meeting date will be the 11th due to the 4th of July holiday. 5 Planning Commission Minutes May 2, 2024 Page 5 ii. Commissioner Updates There were no updates. iii. Council Liaison Updates Council Member Ingebrigtson was asked about an update on Public Works and Police Department expansions. The groundbreaking for the Public Works Facility is coming soon. They are reassessing architecture of the Police Expansion as needs have changed. Council Member Ingebrigtson said that Mayor Zabel noted at the Oakdale Area Chamber of Commerce meeting that the City is 10 months past the adoption of the Local Option Sales Tax, and is ahead of schedule in terms of collecting sales taxes. ADJOURNMENT A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WILLENBRING, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CAMPBELL, TO ADJOURN THE MAY 2, 2024 MEETING OF THE OAKDALE PLANNING COMMISSION AT 8:38 PM. VOTED IN FAVOR: Chair Pierson AYE Commissioner Willenbring AYE Commissioner McCauley AYE Commissioner Campbell AYE Commissioner Stolarski AYE Commissioner Diatta AYE Commissioner Hagen AYE 7 Ayes. Motion approved. Respectfully submitted, Luke McClanahan City Planner 6  PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT To: Oakdale Planning Commission Meeting Date: June 6, 2024 Applicant: James Ford Location: 6512 49th Street North Request(s): Conditional Use Permit for an Additional Accessory Structure Prepared/Presented: Max Lohse, Community Development Specialist LOCATION & REQUEST DETAILS James Ford, the property owner, is proposing an additional accessory structure (second garage) at 6512 49th Street North. Per the City of Oakdale Code of Ordinances, Chapter 25, Article 6, Sec. 25-23 (c) (9), each single family dwelling is allowed one garage by right, and an additional garage is permitted via Conditional Use Permit. The proposed additional garage is planned to be approximately 384 square feet in size. The subject property is approximately 0.3 acres and currently contains a single family home and one attached garage. Location Map – Ford Conditional Use Permit COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION The subject property is guided Low Density Residential per the City’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan. 7 ZONING DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS The subject property is zoned R-2 (Low-Density Housing). In accordance with the Zoning Ordinance, each single family dwelling is allowed one garage, up to 1,000 square feet in size. An exception to this provision is allowed through approval of a Conditional Use Permit (City of Oakdale Code of Ordinances, Chapter 25, Article 6, Sec. 25-23 (c) (9)). The designations of the surrounding property are displayed in the table below: Orientation Comprehensive Plan Zoning District Existing Use North Low Density Residential R-2 Low-Density Housing Single Family Residential South Low Density Residential R-2 Low-Density Housing Single Family Residential East Low-Density Residential R-2 Low-Density Housing Single Family Residential West Low Density Residential R-2 Low-Density Housing Single Family Residential ANALYSIS The zoning ordinance states the following (Sec. 25-3-900(a)): A conditional use is a permitted use that is allowed only when it is shown that the use meets certain general and specific standards related to the proposed conditional use. All conditional uses must meet seven (7) general criteria in order for a permit to be approved. This allows the City to review the potential impact(s) the use may have and ensure that the use is consistent with the vision for the area in the City’s Comprehensive Plan. In addition, some conditional uses have specific criteria that must be met which are intended to address potential issues that may arise associated with that type of use. If an application meets all of the criteria in the ordinance, then a conditional use permit shall be granted. General Criterial for Granting a Conditional Use Permit. The general criteria for granting a conditional use permit (applicable to all conditional use permit requests) is listed in Section 25-3-900(g) of the Zoning Code. The conditional use is evaluated according to the following criteria: (1) The conditional use will be in conformity with the City’s comprehensive plan and with the purpose, intent and applicable standards of this Ordinance. • The use is in conformity with the City's Comprehensive Plan as the property is guided low- density residential and accessory structures are permitted in residential zoning districts, provided certain conditions are met. If the applicant obtains approval for this CUP request, and subsequently obtains a building permit, the proposed use would be compliant. This condition is met. (2) The conditional use shall be located, designated, maintained and operated to be compatible with the existing or intended character of that zoning district in which it is located. • The proposed accessory structure is located in a residential area where similar structures are present on nearby properties. Approval of this request should not alter the residential character of the area. This condition is met. (3) The use shall not be hazardous, detrimental or disturbing to present and potential surrounding land uses due to noise, glare, smoke, dust, odor, fumes, water pollution, vibration, general unsightliness or other nuisances. 8  • If this CUP request is approved, the applicant will also need to obtain a building permit for the use. The proposed use, an additional garage, is not anticipated to generate any nuisance conditions. This condition is met. (4) The use shall not create traffic congestion, unsafe access or parking needs that will cause inconveniences to the adjoining properties. • The proposed structure should not affect any traffic congestion or parking needs. Additionally, the applicant will be required to meet setback standards when submitting a building permit application. This condition is met. (5) The use shall be served adequately by essential public services, such as streets, police, fire protection and utilities. • The property is adequately served by public services and the proposed accessory structure will not require additional services beyond those that can be provided by existing utilities. This condition is met. (6) The use shall not create excessive additional requirements at public cost for public facilities and services and shall not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the city. • The proposed accessory structure should not create any additional requirements at public cost. This condition is met. (7) The use shall preserve and incorporate the site's natural and scenic features into the development design and cause minimal adverse environmental effects. • The property in question is 0.3 acres, and the accessory structure will not impact any natural features on the site and is not anticipated to cause any adverse environmental effects. This condition is met. Specific Conditional Use Permit Criteria for Private Garages and Accessory Buildings Exceeding the Size Requirements. The specific criteria for granting a conditional use permit for an oversized accessory building is listed in Section 25-23(c)(9) of the Zoning Code; staff evaluation of the application follows the citations: (a) The property where the structure is to be located cannot be reduced through subdividing as long as the building remains on the site. • Further subdivision of the property would not be practical due to the size of the parcel. This condition is met. (b) The building shall not be of a pole building type construction (defined as a structure that utilizes treated lumber buried in the ground that serves as the building foundation). • The applicant has stated that the proposed accessory structure will not be of a pole building type construction. This condition is met. (c) No door or other access opening shall exceed ten (10) feet in height • The applicant will need to submit a building permit to confirm final dimensions of the accessory structure. This condition is met. (d) The structure shall not be used for commercial or industrial activities, except as allowed by the regulations governing home occupations. 9  • The accessory structure will be used for residential purposes only, including parking and storage. No commercial or industrial activities are proposed to occur in the structure. This condition is met. 60-DAY RULE Application Complete: May 7, 2024 60-Day Review Deadline: July 6, 2024 Planning Commission Meeting: June 6, 2024 Expected City Council Action: June 25, 2024 ROLE OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION The role of the Planning Commission is to hold a public hearing and review the Conditional Use Permit request as it relates to the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance requirements and provide a recommendation to the City Council. RECOMMENDATION Staff has determined that this Conditional Use Permit for an additional garage meets the review criteria of the City’s Ordinance. Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit with conditions listed in the draft resolution. MOTION Motion to recommend approval of the Conditional Use Permit for an additional garage at 6512 49th Street North. Attachments: Development Checklist Applicant’s Narrative Applicant’s Site Plan Draft Resolution 10  Development Checklist 6512 49th Street North - Conditional Use Permit Project name Ford Conditional Use Permit Proposed use Additional Garage Existing site conditions Residential property Site access Existing accesses off Granada Avenue North and Alley of Block 1, Zaspel’s Addition to North Saint Paul Zoning R-2 (Low-Density Housing) Comprehensive Plan guidance Low Density Residential Is a Comprehensive Plan amendment required? No Any Zoning approvals anticipated? None beyond the CUP request Any Subdivision approvals anticipated? No Potential deviations from City Code (if a PUD)? No Any Variances requested? No Any financial incentives from the City being No requested by the developer? Has the developer met with the City’s No, but the application was reviewed by the DRC Development Review Committee? Has the developer submitted a formal Yes application? Any anticipated environmental impacts? None Has the developer met with the Planning The request will be heard as a public hearing item on Commission? June 6, 2024 by the Planning Commission Other jurisdiction approvals required None identified City of Oakdale ● 1584 Hadley Avenue N, Oakdale, MN 55128 www.oakdalemn.gov ● 651-739-5086 11 To The city of Oakdale 5/6/2024 Re: CUP for James Alvin Ford 6512 49th St N Oakdale, MN 55128 We are requesting a conditional use permit for a single car garage at the north side of our property. Thank you, James A Ford 12 13  CITY OF OAKDALE RESOLUTION NO. 2024-xx A RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR AN ADDITIONAL GARAGE AT 6512 49th STREET NORTH SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS. At a meeting of the City Council of the City of Oakdale held on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at Oakdale City Hall, 1584 Hadley Avenue North, Oakdale, Minnesota, with the following members present: Mayor Kevin Zabel; Councilmembers Andy Morcomb, Jake Ingebrigtson, Noah Her, and Susan Willenbring, and the following members absent: None, the Oakdale City Council resolved: WHEREAS, James Ford has requested a Conditional Use Permit for an additional garage, and WHEREAS, the property is zoned R-2 and contains an existing single-family dwelling and an attached garage, and in accordance with the City of Oakdale Code of Ordinances, Chapter 25, Article 6, Sec. 25-23(c)(9), a second garage may be allowed via Conditional Use Permit, and WHEREAS, the proposal for an additional garage meets the general and specific criteria for a Conditional Use Permit and complies with the Comprehensive Plan, and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council approve the request, and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City Council of the City of Oakdale hereby approves the Conditional Use Permit for an additional garage at 6512 49th Street North (Legal Description: Attached as Exhibit A) subject to the following conditions: 1. The garage shall meet setback and height requirements. 2. The garage shall not exceed 400 square feet in size. 3. A building permit must be obtained for the use. 4. A driveway permit must be obtained for the use. Voting in Favor: Mayor Kevin Zabel; Councilmembers Andy Morcomb, Jake Ingebrigtson, Noah Her, and Susan Willenbring Voting Against: None Resolution duly seconded and passed this 25th day of June, 2024. _____________________________ Kevin Zabel, Mayor ______________________________ Sara Ludwig, City Clerk 14 Exhibit A – Legal Description All of Lots Sixteen (16) and Seventeen (17) and the West Half (W ½) of Lot Eighteen (18), Block One (1) of Zaspel’s Addition to North St. Paul, Washington County, Minnesota. 15  PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT To: Oakdale Planning Commission Meeting Date: June 6, 2024 Applicant: City of Oakdale Location: 1480 Helmo Avenue North Request(s): Conditional Use Permit, Planned Unit Development Amendment, and Site Plan Prepared/Presented: Luke McClanahan, City Planner Max Lohse, Community Development Specialist LOCATION & REQUEST DETAILS Brit Harmon of Companion Animal Care LLC proposes an animal impound/kennel facility at 1480 Helmo Ave N. The property is legally described as Lot 2, Block 1, Oakdale Pet Care Campus. The subject property is an undeveloped parcel consisting of approximately 0.6 acres. The new facility will provide animal impound boarding services for municipalities that are under contract with the organization. The developer reports that the building will be slightly under 2,000 square feet and will feature 30 dog kennel suites, a cat kennel room, a lobby entrance, a rest room, and a storage area. Outdoor play areas for dogs, which will be monitored by the facility’s staff, will be located to the north, west, and south sides of the building. The facility will be open to the public Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, and Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. The facility will also be staffed on Saturdays and Sundays from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, but will not be open to the public. Location Map – Companion Animal Care To facilitate approval of the request as proposed, the following land use applications are being requested: Planned Unit Development (PUD) amendment, Site Plan, and Conditional Use Permit. The developer 16 presented a concept plan to the City Council on November 28, 2023. Overall, the Council was supportive of the use. However, in regards to allowing the developer to deviate from the exterior building materials requirement of the Zoning Ordinance, the Council’s direction was to allow a similiar level of flexibility for this proposal that was given to the PUD amendment approved for the neighboring Marlys Early Education Center site at 1470 Helmo Ave N. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION Per the City’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan, the subject property is guided for Industrial/Office use. The proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan guiding. Additionally, within Chapter 2 (Land Use) of the City’s Comprehensive Plan, this particular property, 1480 Helmo Ave N, is identified as a priority site for development (Goal 1, Policy 4.k). ZONING DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS The subject property is zoned North Star Mini Storage PUD, where commercial uses are allowed. The designations of the surrounding property are displayed in the table below: Orientation Comprehensive Plan Zoning District Existing Use North Industrial/Office Planned Unit Development Veterinary Clinic South Industrial/Office Planned Unit Development Vacant East Commercial C2-Community Commercial Commercial Offices/Lab West Industrial/Office Planned Unit Development Commercial Storage SITE PLAN AND PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT Site Plan review considers the relationship between the plan elements and conditions both on and off the property to ensure conformance of the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance and design standards. To enable the development as proposed, the developer is also seeking to amend the Planned Unit Development to deviate from certain zoning requirements. (1) Setbacks and Height: The proposed development meets the setback requirements for this PUD district, which by default follows the C-2 Community Commercial zoning district. As shown on the building elevations, the structure appears to be approximately 15 feet in height, which is under the 35-foot height requirement. (2) Access, Circulation, and Parking: The site will utilize two accesses, an existing stub to the north from the TLC Veterinary Hospital (1490 Helmo Ave N) and a new shared access to the south that will straddle the property in question and the forthcoming Marlys Early Education Center (1470 Helmo Ave N). As part of the approvals for the Marlys development, a shared access easement was executed on March 4, 2024 to establish the shared access (recorded as document number 4431682 with the Washington County Recorder’s Office). The Site Plan shows eight (8) total parking spaces for the facility. Based on the square footage of the building, eleven (11) parking spaces are required per the Zoning Ordinance. As stated in the developer’s narrative, the impound facility will have few visitors due to the limited operations of the use – consisting mostly of drop off and pick up of animals by appointment. In addition, there is a cross parking agreement between this property, the TLC Vet Hospital, and the forthcoming Marlys site. Staff is amenable to the reduced number of parking spaces 17  as proposed. However, the developer should update the Site Plan to provide proof-of-parking to accommodate up to three (3) additional spaces if needed in the future. • The developer must update the Site Plan to provide proof-of-parking for up to three additional spaces on site. (3) Exterior Building Materials and Design: Commercial buildings are required to comply with the exterior design standards set forth in the City of Oakdale Code of Ordinances, Chapter 25, Article 18, Sec. 25-175(c)(2)(a). The stated purpose and intent of Sec. 25-175 is to “…promote high standards of new design and construction for the commercial…uses in the City…in order to enhance the visual appearance of the commercial…area within the City, [and] to increase the taxable value of the City…” According to the Zoning Ordinance, the exterior surfaces of commercial buildings must consist of at least 70% Class I materials such as brick, natural stone, glass, copper panels, stainless steel, or similar superior metals. The developer’s plans show that the proposed building’s roofing and siding will primarily consist of pre-finished metal panels. To assist with the architectural review of the proposed facility, the City hired HKGi, a planning and urban design firm, to conduct a review of the exterior building materials and to prepare recommendations. The memo from HKGi is attached for reference. Although the developer made some changes in response to HKGi’s recommendations, the exterior building materials still do not meet the direction provided by the City Council for this site, which is to allow a similar level of flexibility given to the neighboring Marlys Early Education Center. Specifically, this will require the Companion Animal Care building to consist of at least 70% non-metal Class I materials on the east elevation, and 30% Class I materials on the north and south elevations. The west elevation can consist of Class II or III materials, given that it faces the North Star Mini Storage site, which has minimal visibility to the public. The developer will need to update their plans and provide a materials breakdown, by percentage, for each façade that complies with these standards. • Staff recommends a condition that the east building façade meet the 70% non-metal Class I material requirement, while the north and south facades contain at least 30% non-metal Class I materials (the west façade would not need to consist of non-metal Class I materials). (4) Trash Enclosure: The City’s Zoning Ordinance requires trash enclosures to be located within the principal structure or an accessory structure and screened from eye level view from public streets and adjacent residential properties. The Zoning Ordinance also requires trash enclosures to have roof structure. As part of the PUD amendment request, the developer is seeking to exclude the roof structure from the enclosure. Staff is amenable to the excluding the roof structure. The trash enclosure is proposed to consist of a fence with a gage. As required by the Zoning Ordinance, however, the trash enclosure must consist of the same materials as the primary structure, • As required by the Zoning Ordinance, the trash enclosure must be revised to consist of materials that are the same and are architecturally harmonious as the primary structure. Additionally, the City Engineer has concerns about the proposed placement of the trash enclosure being within several feet of a sanitary sewer catch basin. To prevent contamination of the sanitary sewer system, the City Engineer recommends that the dumpster be located 18  upstream of the site’s infiltration basin and not upstream of Marlys (1470 Helmo Ave N) in order to better manage any spills from waste cleanup on site. • The trash enclosure area must be relocated so it is not near the sanitary sewer catch basin. (5) Landscaping Plan: The proposed landscaping plan provided by the developer meets the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance, provided that additional information is provided. This includes planting 33 trees and installing sod on non-improved areas. • As required by the Zoning Ordinance, the landscaping plan must be certified by a licensed landscape architect. • The landscaping plan must be updated to include plant sizes, as required by Section 25-175(h)(9) of the Zoning Ordinance. (6) Screening of Utilities: As required by Sec. 25-175(e) of the Ordinance, rooftop equipment and ground equipment must be screened with materials comparable and compatible with that of the exterior building materials. The developer states in their written narrative that there will be no rooftop utilities. Any ground level utilities will need to be properly screened in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance. (7) Site Lighting: All light fixtures must be under the 30-foot requirement for maximum height to illumination source. As required by the City’s Zoning Ordinance, lighting cannot exceed 0.5 foot-candles at any property line. • A photometric plan must be provided to the City that complies with the Ordinance requirements. (8) Signage: All signage must conform to the City’s sign regulations. The proposed signage, as seen on the Site Plan, appears compliant with the City’s sign regulations. • The developer will need to obtain a permit for the signage. (9) Grading and Utilities: The developer submitted plans for grading and utilities, which have been reviewed by the City Engineer. Updates to the plans should include referencing the applicable watershed district, changing the casting (curb style casting) of the existing catch basin in the northeast corner of the site to a casting style that is more appropriate for a green space location, preparing/recording an association document for the maintenance of the shared storm sewer and sanitary system that will serve the proposed impound facility, the TLC Vet Hospital, and the North Star Storage property, and eliminating the additional/redundant curb box for water service located on the outside of the building (shown on sheet C6 of the Site Plan) which is not necessary. • The developer must update the site civil construction plans and provide them to the City Engineer for review and approval. • The developer should prepare and record an association document for the shared storm sewer and sanitary sewer system. • The developer must obtain approval from the Fire Department for the location of proposed hydrants and fire department connections. (10) Other Regulatory Review: The developer will need to work with the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District to satisfy stormwater management provisions. Proper licenses and approvals for the impound/kennel facility must be issued by the State of Minnesota. • The developer will need to work closely with the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District to establish appropriate stormwater provisions for the site. 19  • Approvals and applicable licenses from the State of Minnesota’s Board of Animal Health must be obtained and maintained to operate the use. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Operating a Kennel on the subject property requires approval through the Conditional Use Permit process. A conditional use is a permitted use that is allowed only when it is shown that the use meets certain general and specific standards related to the proposed conditional use. All conditional uses must meet seven (7) general criteria in order for a permit to be approved. This allows the City to review the potential impact(s) the use may have and ensure that the use is consistent with what is envisioned for the area in the City’s Comprehensive Plan. General Criterial for Granting a Conditional Use Permit. The general criteria for granting a conditional use permit (applicable to all conditional use permit requests) are listed in Section 25-3-900(g) of the Zoning Code. The conditional use is evaluated according to the following criteria: (1) The conditional use will be in conformity with the City’s comprehensive plan and with the purpose, intent and applicable standards of this Ordinance. • The use is in conformity with the City's Comprehensive Plan as this particular property is identified as a priority site for development. Kennels are allowed on commercial property through the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and Site Plan review and approval processes. • This condition is met. (2) The conditional use shall be located, designated, maintained and operated to be compatible with the existing or intended character of that zoning district in which it is located. • The proposed facility will be located in a predominately commercial area. Nearby residential lots, which are located approximately 300 feet from the site, are buffered from the use by existing commercial buildings and 15th St N and Helmo Ave N. Approval of this request should not alter the character of the area. • This condition can be met if all Site Plan conditions are met, along with satisfaction of the exterior building materials requirements. (3) The use shall not be hazardous, detrimental or disturbing to present and potential surrounding land uses due to noise, glare, smoke, dust, odor, fumes, water pollution, vibration, general unsightliness or other nuisances. • The use is subject to full Site Plan standards including stormwater management, site lighting, landscaping, and visual screening/buffering. • The developer reports that the perimeter of the site will be enclosed by a solid vinyl fence. • Staff recommends that dogs only be allowed in the outdoor run area when supervised between the hours of 6:30 am to 9:00 pm, to be consistent with other kennel facility operations in Oakdale. • Staff recommends that barking or howling dogs be returned indoors promptly and that there be no more than four dog play areas with up to 12 dogs per area. • This condition is met. (4) The use shall not create traffic congestion, unsafe access or parking needs that will cause inconveniences to the adjoining properties. 20  • The use, an animal impound facility that primarily serves regional public safety organizations, is not expected to cause traffic disruption based on the relatively low volume of traffic that it will generate. • This condition is met. (5) The use shall be served adequately by essential public services, such as streets, police, fire protection and utilities. • The proposed facility is located in an area of Oakdale that is adequately served by public services. • The facility is proposed to be under 2,000 square feet in size, and is therefore exempt from fire sprinkler system requirements per the City’s Fire Code. Although there is concern by City staff, including the Fire Chief, that this commercial building will not be sprinkled, nothing precludes the developer from building the structure to be under 2,000 square feet without a sprinkler system. However, if the building is determined to be greater than 2,000 square feet, or is expanded in the future, it must be properly sprinkled. • This condition is met. (6) The use shall not create excessive additional requirements at public cost for public facilities and services and shall not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the city. • The use is not expected to create excessive additional requirements at public cost. • As a facility that will provide services in support of regional public safety organizations, the use will not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the city. • This condition is met. (7) The use shall preserve and incorporate the site's natural and scenic features into the development design and cause minimal adverse environmental effects. • The lot is vacant and does not contain any existing trees. • Stormwater management provisions must comply with the requirements of the Ramsey- Washington Metro Watershed District. • This condition is met. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS The developer is not seeking financial assistance from the City. 60-DAY RULE Application Deemed Complete: May 7, 2024 60-Day Review Deadline: July 6, 2024 Extension Granted To: N/A Planning Commission Meeting: June 6, 2024 Expected City Council Action: June 25, 2024 ROLE OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION The role of the Planning Commission is to hold a public hearing for the request and review it for conformance to the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance, and provide a recommendation to the City Council. 21 RECOMMENDATION Staff has determined that the Planned Unit Development Amendment, Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan are consistent with the Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan, provided that certain conditions are met. Staff recommends approval of the applications subject to certain conditions. MOTION Motion to recommend approval of the Planned Unit Development Amendment, Conditional Use Permit, and Site Plan for an animal impound and kennel facility at 1480 Helmo Avenue North with conditions. Attachments Development Checklist Developer’s Narrative Site Plan Landscape Plan Elevations Building Design Review – External Analysis by HKGi Draft Ordinance – PUD Amendment Draft Site Plan Resolution Draft Conditional Use Permit Resolution 22  Development Checklist Companion Animal Care & Control 1480 Helmo Ave N Planned Unit Development Amendment, Site Plan, and Conditional Use Permit Project name Companion Animal Care Proposed use Animal impound Existing site conditions 0.6-acre vacant site Site access Proposed shared access off Helmo Ave N; existing stub off 1490 Helmo Ave N (TLC Veterinary Hospital) Zoning North Star Mini-storage Planned Unit Development (PUD) Comprehensive Plan guidance Industrial/Office Is a Comprehensive Plan amendment required? No Any Zoning approvals anticipated? Yes, Conditional Use Permit for a kennel, Site Plan, and PUD amendment Any Subdivision approvals anticipated? No Potential deviations from City Code (if a PUD)? Yes, for exterior building materials, parking spaces, and trash enclosure roof requirements. Any Variances requested? No Any financial incentives from the City being No requested by the developer? Will developer seek 4d status? n/a Has the developer met with the City Council for The developer presented a concept plan for this concept plan review? request to the Council on November 28, 2023. Has the developer met with the City’s Yes, the developer met with the Development Review Development Review Committee? Committee on October 11, 2023. Has the developer submitted a formal Yes application? Any anticipated environmental impacts? Runoff from the use must be addressed through stormwater management provisions. Indoor and outdoor animal waste must be properly managed. Has the developer met with the Planning The request will be heard by the Planning Commission? Commission as a public hearing item on June 6, 2024. Other jurisdiction approvals required Yes, the Ramsey Washington Metro Watershed District and the State of Minnesota Board of Animal Health. City of Oakdale ● 1584 Hadley Avenue N, Oakdale, MN 55128 www.oakdalemn.gov ● 651-739-5086 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30  CITY SUBMITTAL - 05/06/2024 NOTE: "RAIN GUARDIAN" BUNKER PRETREATMENT DEVICES PAVING & HARDSCAPE NOTES: PLACED AT CURB CUTS SHALL BE AS MANUFACTURED BY ANOKA SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT. INSTALLATION SHALL BE IN STRICT ACCORDANCE WITH 1. SUBGRADES SHALL BE SCARIFIED AND COMPACTED AS NECESSARY TO ATTAIN THE REQUIRED MANUFACTURER'S REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS. COMPACTION INDICATED IN THE GENERAL NOTES (SHEET C1). TEST ROLLING OF THE SUBGRADE SHALL BE OBSERVED BY A QUALIFIED GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER OR TECHNICIAN. LOCATIONS CONTACT ANOKA SWCD FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. EXHIBITING EXCESSIVE RUTTING (PER MNDOT SPEC. 2111) SHALL BE REPAIRED TO THE SATISFACTION (763) 434-2030, EXT 15 OF THE ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE PLACEMENT OF AGGREGATE BASE. COMPACTION TESTING IN MITCH.HAUSTEIN@ANOKASWCD.ORG UTILITY TRENCHES SHALL BE PERFORMED BY AN INDEPENDENT TESTING FIRM. WWW.RAINGUARDIAN.BIZ SCHULTZ ENGINEERING MATCH EXISTING PAVEMENT 2. AGGREGATE BASE AND SURFACE COURSES SHALL BE ROLLED AND COMPACTED. TEST ROLLING OF THE AGGREGATE BASE AND/OR SURFACING SHALL BE OBSERVED BY A SOILS & SITE DESIGN ENGINEER TO VERIFY STABILITY. MAXIMUM ALLOWED DEFLECTION DURING TEST ROLLING OF MATCH EXISTING MATCH EXISTING AGGREGATE BASE OR SURFACE COURSES SHALL BE 1/2". CURB & GUTTER CURB & GUTTER 18 SOUTH RIVERSIDE AVENUE, SUITE 230 3. ALL EXISTING BITUMINOUS OR CONCRETE EDGES, WHICH WILL ABUT NEW BITUMINOUS OR SARTELL, MINNESOTA 56377 PRELIMINARY - NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION CONCRETE SURFACING SHALL BE SAWCUT TO OBTAIN A VERTICAL EDGE. PH: (320) 339-0669 FX: (866) 633-1830 B612 CURB & GUTTER (TYP) 4. EXPANSION JOINTS SHALL BE PLACED AT ALL LOCATIONS WHERE NEW CONCRETE ABUTS schultzeng@live.com EXISTING CONCRETE, AND AT ALL LOCATIONS WHERE SEPARATE CONCRETE POURS ABUT EACH www.schultzengdesign.com OTHER. 3-FT CURB CUT W/ 1-FT TAPERS GUTTER ELEV = 1073.30 I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, 5. SEE SHEET C1 FOR SPECIFICATIONS REGARDING THE CONSTRUCTION OF HARDSCAPES SPECIFICATION OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT i AM A DULY 30'-7" LICENSED ENGINEER UNDER THE LAWS BITUMINOUS R:5 OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA '-0 " PAVEMENT (TYP) 6-FT TALL PRIVACY FENCE " '-0 P) (TYP)(BY OWNER) R:3 (TY 9'-0" 6-FT TALL PRIVACY FENCE (TYP) 55'-10" (TYP)(BY OWNER) 18'-0" ARTIFICIAL TURF (TYP) (BY OWNER) INSTALL "RAIN GUARDIAN" BRIAN J. SCHULTZ, PE 25'-0" PROPOSED B612 CURB & W/ 5-FT CURB CUT LICENSE NO.: 43129 GUTTER (TYP) INFILTRATION GUTTER ELEV = 1072.45 NOTE: PROVIDE HANDICAP BASIN DATE: 05/06/2024 SPACE SIGNAGE AS PER MN STOOP (TYP) STATUTE 169.346 ($200.00 REVISIONS (SEE ARCH.) FINE) AND MN MUTCD NO. DATE DESCRIPTION 84'-3" ADA RAMP 1 xx/xx/2024 HANDICAP 8'-0" BITUMINOUS SIGNAGE 3-FT CURB CUT W/ 1-FT TAPERS GUTTER ELEV = 1075.20 2 9'-0" PAVEMENT (TYP) STOOP (TYP) (SEE ARCH.) PROPOSED 3-FT WIDE VALLEY GUTTER 18'-0" B612 CURB & BUILDING GUTTER (TYP) FFE = 1076.00 DOWNSPOUT LOCATION 3 " '-0 R:3 59'-7" 25'-0" STOOP (TYP) (SEE ARCH.) 1 NTS 4 ARTIFICIAL TURF CONCRETE 31'-0" DUMPSTER 35'-6" 6-FT TALL PRIVACY FENCE (BY OWNER) (TYP)(BY OWNER) PAD 6-FT TALL PRIVACY FENCE (TYP)(BY OWNER) '-0 " R:5 MATCH CURB OF PROPOSED SHARED DRIVEWAY (COORDINATE W/ ADJACENT DAYCARE FACILITY CONTRACTOR) NEENAH R-2553 CASTING, OR APPROVED EQUAL, AT CATCH BASIN. COORDINATE SCHULTZ ENG. PROJECT NO.: 24011 WITH DAYCARE FACILITY CONTRACTOR ISSUE DATE: 05/06/2024 MATCH CURB OF PROPOSED SHARED DRIVEWAY DRAWN BY: BJS (COORDINATE W/ ADJACENT DAYCARE FACILITY CONTRACTOR) REVIEWED BY: BJS MATCH PAVEMENT OF PROPOSED © SCHULTZ ENGINEERING & SITE SHARED DRIVEWAY DESIGN, PLLC 2024 (COORDINATE W/ ADJACENT DAYCARE FACILITY CONTRACTOR) CIVIL SHEET INDEX CS1 - SITE PLAN C1 - STANDARD NOTES & SPECIFICATIONS C2 - STANDARD DETAILS C3 - GRADING PLAN C4 - SWPPP - STANDARD NOTES C5 - SWPPP - PLAN VIEW C6 - UTILITY PLAN 2 NTS COMPANION ANIMAL CARE & CONTROL 1480 HELMO AVE NORTH OAKDALE, MN SITE PLAN SCALE: 1" = 20' 0 20 40 N CS1 31 32 33 Memorandum To: City of Oakdale Community Development Staff From: Jason Zimmerman, Consulting Planner Subject: Companion Animal Center – Building Design Review Date: April 29, 2024 Background HKGi has been asked to assist with the building design review of the proposed Companion Animal Center at 1480 Helmo Ave N. In November of 2023, a concept plan for a new animal impound and care facility was reviewed by the Oakdale City Council. At that time, City staff identified concerns with the exterior building materials and other architectural features of the building façade. Land use applications related to this proposal were submitted to the City on April 4, 2024. Staff replied on April 10 with a determination of an incomplete application. One area of concern was in relation to compliance with the exterior building material standards. The applicant requested additional guidance in adjusting the proposed plans so that they could move forward with review. Analysis Section 25-175(c) of the City Code contains the City’s standards regarding exterior surface materials of buildings. Requirements include not only the materials defined for each of the three classes, but also the minimum and maximum amounts that must be incorporated into the exterior building design. Commercial buildings must use at least three Class I materials and must be composed of at least 70 percent Class I materials and not more than 30 percent Class II or Class III materials. City staff determined that the proposed building failed to meet these standards as the primary exterior material was a metal siding that was determined by the City’s Design Review Committee not to meet the Class I definition. Other office and industrial buildings in the immediate vicinity have facades that are constructed primarily of brick, glass, and architectural precast materials. Many of these buildings, including the adjacent veterinary hospital, are articulated with horizontal bands of contrasting materials to provide visual interest. An early education center was approved late in 2023 that relied heavily on Class II materials (EIFS and fiber cement panels) on three sides of the building, but overcompensated by providing greater than 70 percent Class I materials (brick and glass) on the front, public-facing, 800 Washington Avenue North, Suite 103 Minneapolis, MN 55401 34  April 29, 2024 Companion Animal Clinic – Building Design Review façade. During site plan review for the Companion Animal Center, the City Council suggested that the same compromise approach would be acceptable. The site of the proposed building is adjacent to a mini storage facility to the west. Due to the inactivity associated with this structure, the City is comfortable relaxing the Class I requirements for the west façade. In addition, six foot high fencing and screening will be installed around three sides of the building, reducing visibility of the exterior from the street and adjacent properties. While post and beam construction is not prohibited in the area, the style and construction method of the proposed building stands in stark contrast to the surrounding properties, which use more traditional construction methods for industrial and office buildings. This inconsistency, coupled with the compromises necessary to meet the spirit of the City’s exterior building material standards, suggests that over time the value of the property may lag. In addition, potential future business operating out of the building in the long-term may face reuse challenges. Recommendation Based on the above analysis and over a decade of professional experience working with applicants to integrate new developments into existing neighborhoods, it is clear that the design of the proposed building is inconsistent with those of the surrounding properties. There are a few possible ways to address this concern. First, the style of the building could be modified away from post and beam construction to a building type that is consistent with those on adjacent properties. This would help create a cohesive viewshed from the public right-of-way, and would better support maintaining the value of the property in the long-term. Alternatively, if it is not practical to modify the building type, better use of exterior materials could help minimize the differences with surrounding buildings. To comply with the City’s exterior surface material standards, an additional Class I material could be incorporated into the design to reach the overall 70% threshold. This would require reducing the amount of exposed steel siding, but if carried throughout all faces of the building would create a more cohesive look. Given the adjacent mini storage building and the precedent set with the plans for the new early education center, the City Council indicated it was comfortable with the proposed Class II metal siding being the predominant material on the north, west, and south elevations – though it is recommended at least 30% of the north and south elevations incorporate a non-metal Class I material to help with the transition from the east façade. The City Council would likely still require that more than 70 percent of the east elevation consist of Class I materials. The metal siding that was proposed is not considered a Class I material and therefore the majority of the Memorandum 35  April 29, 2024 Companion Animal Clinic – Building Design Review front façade should be redesigned to incorporate brick, stone, or another high quality material that meets the City’s exterior design standards. The prevailing color palette of the majority of buildings in the area utilizes earth tones – mostly browns, tans, and beiges. This is reflected in the materials used in the veterinary clinic to the north and in the proposed early education center to the south. Replicating these color choices would better allow the new building to integrate into its surroundings. Whatever materials are used, the architectural plans should also be updated to reflect the percentage breakdown of each material type on each face of the building, in order to demonstrate that the required targets are being met and allow for straightforward evaluation by City staff. Finally, more could be done to develop the building’s front façade and entrance architecturally in order to more closely match the level of design of buildings in the area, including enhancing the posts that support the entry roof and improving the design of the entry area in order to create a feeling of arrival and permanence. Images that represent some possible design directions are attached to this memo in an exhibit. Memorandum 36 Exhibit Entrances with stone facing Entrance with block and glass 800 Washington Avenue North, Suite 103 Minneapolis, MN 55401 37  City of Oakdale ORDINANCE NO. ___ AN ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO THE NORTH STAR MINI-STORAGE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT TO ALLOW REDUCED PARKING SPACES, DEVIATIONS TO THE EXTERIOR BUILDING MATERIALS, AND EXEMPT THE TRASH ENCLOSURE FROM ROOF REQUIREMENTS The City Council of the City of Oakdale ordains: Section 1. The North Star Mini-Storage Planned Unit Development (Ordinance No. 639) is amended with regard to allow deviations for 1480 Helmo Avenue North (Legal Description: Lot 2, Block 1, Oakdale Pet Care Campus). The deviations include reducing the number of required parking spaces to eight spaces, reducing the Zoning requirements for non-metal Class I exterior building materials to 30% on the north and south facades of the facility and exempting the west façade from the Class I materials requirements, and eliminating the requirement for a roof structure for the trash enclosure. Section 2. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after its adoption and publication, as provided by law. Kevin Zabel, Mayor AYES: Mayor Kevin Zabel; Councilmembers Noah Her, Jake Ingebrigtson, Andy Morcomb, and Susan Willenbring NAYS: None Passed by the City Council of the City of Oakdale this 25th day of June, 2024. Attest: ______________________________ Sara Ludwig, City Clerk Published: 38  CITY OF OAKDALE RESOLUTION NO. 2024-XX APPROVING THE SITE PLAN FOR AN ANIMAL IMPOUND FACILITY AT 1480 HELMO AVENUE NORTH SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS At a meeting of the City Council of the City of Oakdale held on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at Oakdale City Hall, 1584 Hadley Avenue North, Oakdale, Minnesota, with the following members present: Mayor Kevin Zabel, Council Members Noah Her, Jake Ingebrigtson, Andy Morcomb, and Susan Willenbring, and the following members absent: None, the Oakdale City Council resolved: WHEREAS, Companion Animal Care LLC requests Site Plan approval for an impound and kennel facility at 1480 Helmo Avenue North, and WHEREAS, the Site Plan consists of a new facility and associated infrastructure, and WHEREAS, the Site Plan is consistent with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and meets Zoning Ordinance standards, and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Oakdale hereby approves the Site Plan for an animal impound facility at 1480 Helmo Avenue North (Legal Description: Lot 2, Block 1, Oakdale Pet Care Campus) subject to the developer satisfying the following conditions: 1. Obtain approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow a kennel at 1480 Helmo Avenue North. 2. Obtain approval for a Planned Unit Development amendment to deviate from exterior building materials requirements, reduce parking spaces, and exclude the roof requirement for the trash enclosure. 3. Incorporate a minimum of 70% non-metal Class I materials on the east building façade and 30% non-metal Class I materials on the north and south building façades. 4. Revise the trash enclosure to consist of materials that are the same as the primary structure. 5. Relocate the trash enclosure area away from the sanitary catch basin to an area that is upstream of the catch basin. 6. Update the landscaping plan to include plant sizes that meet the minimum standards of the Zoning Ordinance. The landscaping plan shall be certified by a licensed landscape architect. 7. Approval of the site civil construction plans for the water, sewer, and storm sewer system by the City Engineer. 8. The developer shall install a sprinkler system if the building is determined to be over 2,000 square feet, or is expanded as such in the future. 9. Approval must be obtained from the Fire Department for the proposed hydrant locations and fire department connections. 10. A photometric plan must be provided that complies with the City’s site lighting requirements. 11. Prepare and record an association document for the private, shared storm sewer and sanitary system serving 1480 and 1490 Helmo Avenue North and 7353 15th Street North. 39  12. Permits and approvals must be obtained from all applicable outside government agencies including the Ramsey Washington Metro Watershed District and the State of Minnesota Board of Animal Health. Voting in Favor: Mayor Kevin Zabel, Council Members Noah Her, Jake Ingebrigtson, Andy Morcomb, and Susan Willenbring Voting Against: None Resolution duly seconded and passed this 25th day of June, 2024. _____________________________ Kevin Zabel, Mayor Attest: ______________________________ Sara Ludwig, City Clerk 40  CITY OF OAKDALE RESOLUTION NO. 2024-xx APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A KENNEL AT 1480 HELMO AVENUE NORTH SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS. At a meeting of the City Council of the City of Oakdale held on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at Oakdale City Hall, 1584 Hadley Avenue North, Oakdale, Minnesota, with the following members present: Mayor Kevin Zabel; Councilmembers Andy Morcomb, Jake Ingebrigtson, Noah Her, and Susan Willenbring, and the following members absent: None, the Oakdale City Council resolved: WHEREAS, Companion Animal Care LLC requests Conditional Use Permit approval for a Kennel at Helmo Avenue North, and WHEREAS, kennels are considered Conditional Uses and are allowed in certain commercial zoning districts, and WHEREAS, the proposal for a Kennel meets the specific and general criteria for a Conditional Use Permit and complies with the Comprehensive Plan, and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council approve the request, and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City Council of the City of Oakdale hereby approves the Conditional Use Permit for a Kennel at 1480 Helmo Avenue North (Legal Description: Lot 2, Block 1, Oakdale Pet Care Campus) subject to the developer satisfying the following conditions: 1. Obtain approval of a Site Plan to allow the animal impound and kennel facility at 1480 Avenue North. 2. Obtain approval for a Planned Unit Development amendment to deviate from exterior building materials requirements, reduce parking spaces, and exclude the roof requirement for the trash enclosure. 3. Provide proof-of-parking for up to three additional parking spaces on site. The additional parking spaces shall be built, at the discretion of the City Engineer, if there is an expansion of the site or a change in use. 4. The outdoor area shall be cleaned daily. 5. Barking or howling dogs shall be returned indoors immediately. 6. Dogs must be supervised at all times when outdoors. 7. No more than four (4) play areas, with up to 12 dogs each and one (1) handler per play area, are allowed in the outdoor area. 8. Dogs are only allowed in the outdoor play area between 6:30 am and 9:00 pm. 9. Permits and approvals must be obtained from all applicable outside government agencies including the Ramsey Washington Metro Watershed District and the State of Minnesota Board of Animal Health. 41  Voting in Favor: Mayor Kevin Zabel; Councilmembers Andy Morcomb, Jake Ingebrigtson, Noah Her, and Susan Willenbring Voting Against: None Resolution duly seconded and passed this 25th day of June, 2024. _____________________________ Kevin Zabel, Mayor ______________________________ Sara Ludwig, City Clerk 42