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Minutes
of the City of Crystal Lake Park, Missouri
Regular Meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission and Board of
Adjustment
June 12, 2008
Chairman David Evans opened the meeting by thanking members of the
Commission for their efforts regarding the passage of the amended District
D zoning ordinance. He stated that the next order of business for the
Commission would be the Architectural & Review Board, and subsequent code
enforcement. Evans then asked for a roll call of member attendees.
ROLL CALL:
Present: David Evans, Martin Long, Rita Brinkmann, and Marianne Stuart.
Also attending were City Attorney Howard Paperner and Building
Commissioner John Littlefield, and Board of Alderperson member Jim
Gehringer. Absent: Mary Jane Cusumano, Caili Balcer, Dennis Bauer and Sue
Glarner. Chairman Evans reminded Commission members that Chris Kerckhoff
had recently resigned his position on the Commission, and that Martin
Long, a Commission member, would resign from the Board of Architectural
Review.
OLD BUSINESS:
City Attorney Paperner outlined the numerous similarities between the
issues and zoning ordinances of the City and its neighbor, City of Ladue.
Chairman Evans noted that a modification had been made to the District D
ordinance before passage, that being to the height allowed for a hip roof.
BC Littlefield stated that he is currently reviewing a proposed new home
construction in District D that reaches 22' at the eaves, uses Dutch
framing, is nice looking, and achieves the size and look the Commission
had been striving for with the new zoning ordinance on a 50' x 100' lot.
He added that he would approve the plans and proceed with the proper
permitting for the new home. In addition, BC Littlefield noted that he had
also received a request for a Òtear downÓ on East Drive, noted that a
permit is required for such a project and that the City will monitor the
process.
An issue arose regarding permit fees for construction permits, for which
Frontenac charges $500, whether the construction is a new home, an
addition, or for a new fence. It was agreed that a review of the City's
current contract with Frontenac was necessary, including the length of the
contract.
Next, a discussion ensued regarding Board of Adjustment and zoning
approval costs, and the timeline for plan review for permits. Alderperson
Gehringer noted that the City contracts with Frontenac for inspection of
construction sites, while St. Louis County Department of Public Works
provides the necessary inspections relating to footing, framing,
electrical and plumbing. It was suggested that the Board review the
process currently in place for Occupancy Permits.
NEW BUSINESS:
Next was a discussion of current projects involving BC Littlefield. It was
suggested that he provide a monthly report to the Commission regarding
projects which have been requested and approved for permits in the City.
Chairman Evans then stated that with the resolution of the District D
zoning issues, the Commission would likely encounter fewer issues to deal
with in the near future. He noted that those Commission members who have
been unable to commit to attending all meetings can request to be removed
from the Commission. Those persons should contact City Attorney Paperner
to do so.
The next meeting of the Commission and Board of Adjustment will be held on
Thursday, July 10, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at Frontenac City Hall.
VOTE TO CLOSE MEETING
There being no further business, a Motion was made to close the meeting,
seconded and unanimously approved.
MINUTES RECORDED BY:
Rita Brinkmann for Lois La Driere, City Clerk
ATTEST:
Chairman, David Evans
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