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On the map where our area into Hennepin County is shown, B which is the dashed line,
turns south, which is 5. Apparently what they are thinking is that when 212 goes in,
they would like to try to divert some of the traffic off of 5 down to 212 at this
point. The philosophy of that doesn't bother him so much, but they actually show
the link occurring within Chanhassen. He doesn't necessarily see that that will
be reflected in our plans. In addition to the roads, the transportation network
also includes pedestrian and bicycle. They do show a consistent link and it does
hit a point in Chanhassen roughly right around the Lotus Lake, B. T. Land Develop-
ment area which is consistent with one of our trails, so we do have a connecting
link with Eden Prairie at that point. Mark stated as far as endorsing the
extension of the Crosstown, as far as the comprehensive plan goes, the posture
that we are not going to endorse nor are we going to fight that particular element
of their transportation would be his opinion. That is something that is an integral
part of their community planning and we recognize that.
Jack Bell moved to endorse the extension of the Crosstown Highway as proposed by
Eden Prairie, with the understanding that we are not changing the position that
was previously established with respect to further extension through Chanhassen
of Crosstown. Motion seconded by Walter Thompson and approved.
On the points that are left of the Guide Plan elements, Mark stated he did not
come across anything -that had adverse impact to the City of Chanhassen.
Mark briefly described the material on the Land Use Element Survey Analysis.
He pointed out a couple of things for the Planning Commissionts consideration,
the cover page, summarizing major points, assembling a list and consider any
very significant additions to that list or modifications that should be made to
those. He included some map material on the existing land use in the city,
he broke this out specifically from the land use map to get a better look at
where residential is within the community, and where the other components are.
Also, Land Use Implications, he would like to have underscored what we consider
to be existing liabilities within the community from a land use perspective,
and what some of the assets are within the community.
Next a review of the land use sketch plan took place. Mark stated that the Lake
Studies Committee now is actively pursuing developing some policies with regard
to the dockage issue, and some recommendations should be coming from them soon.
Mark stated that the residential area on the north side of 78th is part of the
officially zoned CBD for Chanhassen, so therefore commercial development at the
present time is likely to or could occur within that area. He felt that we need
to do an overall review of what land is within the CBD.
He stated one of the things that is going to have to be considered is the proposed
extension of utility areas in five year increments.
Scheduling of meetings for the next few months was discussed.
Jack Bell moved to adjourn the meeting. Motion seconded by Walter Thompson and
unanimously approved.
Don Ashworth
City Manager
4826 Chicago Avenue So. Minneapolis, Minnesota 55417 [P.R&ile:_�1
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November 20, 1974 ,4ur;11)N1
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BLDGTo: Lloyd Schnel1e, Administrator ` W ,MR.
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City of Chanhassen, Minnesota Ti K TiLSI'Y SUP..
From: Carl R. Dale, AIP
Planning Consultant
Subject: Status and Situation Report on Current Planning Items
A. Hesse Farm (PUD'and Preliminary Subdivision Plan)
I have recently received apparently revised copies of this proposed plat;
they still do not, however, include the notations I requested from Herb
Baldwin. These notations would point out the open green space and "common"
areas referred to in the proposed home owners' associatJori l e(lal pigw.rs.
Without this information, I cannot make any final recommendation as to the:
plans consistently with staff recommendations. It is my understanding,
however, that the soil percolation tests have been poor and still further
plan revisions may be required. -In any event, I would not recommend final
approval of this plat until such time that a clear relationship is demon-
strated between three elements:
1. Plan map notations';
2. Home owners' association documents; and
3. Staff recommendations and public open space policy.
B. Development Moratorium and Housing Policy/Guidelines/Criteria
This matter seems to be in a state of total confusion. My comments and
suggestions are as follows:
An official policy statement is needed even if it states only that the
City has no policy.
* Federal and State financial aids (sewer, water, parks, etc.) and approval
of such funding by the Metropolitan Council re.uires_a suitable housing
policy.
* The Central Cities have been most active in developing housing policy and
very general guidelines have been developed by the Metropolitan Council.
Suburban communities have far more discussion than actual, concrete
results.
* Metropolitan Council staff assistance is available but they are very
slow and very general (working on it for over three years with Woodbury
and Shoreview with no specifics approved to date).
* Some close -in suburban communities have developed.housing policy state-
ments of sorts although most are limited to the question of requiring a
minimum amount of low-cost housing. For example, Golden Valley requires
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10% of all dwelling units in new projects to be low-cost -- the results
have not been good and new and different problems have been created. In
total, most housing policy statements have been rather ineffective. We
do, however, have some statements approved and fairly good for some of
the more rural suburbs similar to Chanhassen.
* Low cost housing and a population mix is difficult in the far out suburbs
due to a number of limitations (construction costs, lack of Federal
financial aid, inadequate financing, high construction costs, lack of
public transit, and high cost of land in some cases. There is also the
problem of how you get people to remain mixed; people tend to move and
segregate themselves along social and economic lines regardless of the
housing types and costs available.
* Some suburban communities still advocate a policy of exclusive, higher
cost single family homes; this policy is, however, not so popular (or
fashionable) as it was a few years ago.
* I wc}Ill d recommend that less a I; Lellt'i oni be paid to low cost, housing and
�:1,1 Illi''< fil1- Ulil�h 1111W13 R1 1•0111 ifin And 1 mv.pl`I) I��1�1 hi q Ppal icl hi
approach 't o a sui tall I e distribution o'fb611 ile- 11 1 y 110"les v5 . iliu
dwellings. Also, there should be more concern with feasible methods for
preserving agricultural and low density areas where these may be desired
for many years; this will eventually be a very controversial matter yet
to be faced squarely by Chanhassen.
• It will be most difficult to set up specific guidelines and standards for
a housing mix, particularly if the City attempts to use them for applica-
tion to each specific project. Guidelines on a City-wide basis is a more
realistic approach.
• Without professional help, prospects for a good housing policy are not
very bright.
C. Downtown Street Lighting Plan
Should the City Council authorize the proposed lighting study, I should be
notified immediately if we are to meet time schedule commitments which
have already been made. If this proposed study is not authorized, I would,
nonetheless, hope for permission to submit an even more limited set of
recommendations with respect to this matter.
At prosent, I can only say that the NSP plan is not very creative and cer-
tainly not; thr. bust 'hat: r,ollld ho achignd-, its only real attribute is that
oV ol'l"Ic,loc icty gold Lw coy )L (1)(Ah in'iti:i'I 'Old '10119 'LOV11 ).
If.the Downtown is to grow and prosper, the best use of every feature
possible must be utilized to its fullest potential. Bright lights alone
will not do the job (as evidenced by a similar attempt some years ago in
North St. Paul, many other small downtowns, and the numerous "great white
ways" that have fallen behind in sales volumes.
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November 19, 1974
Summary of Alternative Costs to the City
of Chanhassen for Undergrounding the
Main Street
I. Underground West 78th Street from West of the Chanhassen
State Bank to West of the railroad tracks.
a. NSP to restore blacktop, concrete & sod. $24,950.00
b. The City of Chanhassen to be responsible
for all compaction and restoration of
blacktop, concrete & sod. 2,450.00
If the city,desires to pay off the underground service
costs of the seven residential customers, add $1,120.00
to the cost shown.
II. Undergrounding West 78th Street from West of the Railroad
tracks to East of Chanhassen Estates.
a. NSP to restore blacktop, concrete &sod. 9,600.00
If the city desires to pay off the underground service
cost of the two residential customers, add $320.00 to
the cost shown.
III. Underground Highway #101 from West 78th Street to State
Highway #5.
a. NSP to restore blacktop, concrete & sod. 10,607.00
If the city desires to pay off the underground service
cost of the two residential customers, add $320.00 to
the cost shown.
Total. Undergrounding the three areas.
a. NSP to restore blacktop, concrete & sod. 45,157.00
b. NSP to restore blacktop, concrete & sod
East of railroad tracks & Highway #101 South
of West 78th Street. The city to restore
blacktop, concrete & sod the rest of the way. 22,657.00
If the city desires to pay off the underground service
cost of the eleven residential customers, add $1760.00.
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NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY
MINNETONKA DIVISION
EXCELSIOR, MINNESOTA SS331
9Y THE WATERS OF MINNETONKA"
November 19, 1974
City of Chanhassen
Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317
Attn: Lloyd Schnelle
Dear Mr. Schnelle:
We sent you a letter on September 20, 1974 and met with you
and the CBD on October 15, 1974 explaining where we would underground
the main street and what we would charge.
We were asked by the CBD to also give you a cost to remove
the overhead on Highway #101 from West 78th Street to State Highway
#5. We will do this for $10,607. (See the enclosed sketch).
Also enclosed is a new summary sheet of the costs for the three areas.
Sincerely,
H. C. Hanson
Division Manager
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Enclosures
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RUSSELL H. LARSON
CRAIG M. MERTZ
RIISSELL H. LARSON
ATTORNEY AT LAW
I9OO FIRST NATIONAL BANK BUILDING
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55402
MAYOR
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COUrdCILr.':EN
July 9 , 1974
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City Administrator UT!L!TY SUPT.
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Re: City operated parking facility for the CBD
Dear Mr. Schnelle ,
TELEPHONE
335 — O5c35
At the June 26, 1974, meeting of the Planning Commission the question was raised as
to whether the City could provide parking in the downtown area by leasing private
property, improve the same and assess the cost of the improvements back against
the benefited properties. Our review of the law indicates that such an arrangement
is permissible.
Acquisition of Property. Minnesota Statutes 459. 14(1) provides, in part, that any
city or village may acquire by gift, lease, purchase or condemnation any real property
deemed by the city council to be necessary for the improvement of traffic control on
city streets by providing and operating off-street parking areas. This statute further
provides, however, that no product or service other than the parking of vehicles shall
be furnished at or in connection with any such parking facility.
Improvements. Minnesota Statutes 459. 14(1) further provides that the city may expend
municipal funds for the purpose of equipping, maintaining and operating such an auto-
mobile parking facility. The statute is silent on the question of who becomes the owner
of any improvements made by the City (as lessee) upon termination of the lease. Under
the general rule of landlord -tenant law, which would seem to be applicable in this case,
any improvements would automatically become the property of the landlord at the termi-
nation of the lease. In negotiating such a lease, special attention should be given to
its duration or term. A "short term" lease could be construed by the courts as an
illegal attempt to spend public funds for the purpose of enriching a private party.
Neither the statute nor the case law offers us any real guidance as to the question of
how long a lease must be to be safe from a legal attack on the above described grounds.
Mr. Lloyd G. Schnelle - 2 - July 9, 1974
Fianancing. Minnesota Statutes 459. 14(2) provides that the city may pay for the
cost of providing such parking facilities by any of the following methods or any
combination of the following methods:
1. Appropriating monies out of municipal funds.
2. Levying a tax, not exceeding one-half mil in any
one year, on all taxable property in the city.
3. Levying special assessments against benefited
property.
4. Appropriating any or all rret revenues derived from
the operation of the parking facility.
5. Classifying the users of such facilities as a subject
for taxation, and imposing taxes thereon computed
according to the extent of use of the facilities.
6. Borrowing money and issuing bonds. (Minnesota
Statutes 459.14(3) regulates the terms of any such
bond issue.)
7. Imposing reasonable parking fees for the use of the
parking facility which may be in excess of the actual
cost of operation of the parking facility.
Special Assessment Financing. Minnesota Statutes 459. 14(7) provides that such an
automobile parking facility is a local improvement within the meaning of the special
assessment chapter (Minnesota Statutes 429) and may be financed, in whole or in part,
by special assessments levied in accordance with Chapter 429. Thus, the procedural
requirements for financing a public parking facility by special assessment would be
the same as any other local improvement. In addition, subdivision 7 of 459.14 provides
that if the city council in levying such assessments determines that all or part of the
benefited property is benefited to a lesser extent than other property, it may establish
separate benefit districts for the improvement; each district comprising property
benefited to a like extent whether or not contiguous, and may provide either a different
rate of assessment or, in lieu thereof, a different number of installments payable at
such times as the city council shall determine.
Mr. Lloyd G. Schnelle - 3 - July 9, 1974
Conclusion. From the foregoing discussion it can be concluded that it would be
legally permissible for the City of Chanhassen to acquire a public parking facility
in the downtown area by leasing private property, improving the same and specially
assessing the costs incurred thereby against the benefited properties.
Very truly yours,
RUSSELL H. LARSON
Chanhassen City Attorney
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Char -Lynn Foundation ;; Frontier Develop. Corp.
15151 Highway # 5 Chanhassen, Minn. 55317
Eden Praire, Minn.
55343
Ann Koltyk
W. 78th St.
Chanhassen, Minn. 55317
Eleanore Sinnen
410 Chan View
Chanhassen, Mn. 55311
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4940 Viking Drive Corp.
Minneapolis, Mn. 55435 11 Spring Park, Minn.
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Excelsior, Mn. 55331 Chaska, Minn. 55318
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225 W. 78th St. �S 227 W. 78th St.
Chanhassen, Mn. 55317 II.., Chanhassen, Mn. 55317
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7801 Great Plains Blvd..VAI 7722 Frontier Trail
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410 Chan View 7727 Frontier Trail
Chanhassen, Mn. 55311 Chanhassen, Mn. 55317
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223 Chan View ti 7721 Frontier Trail
Chanhassen, Mn. 55317`' Chanhassen, Mn. 55317
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206 W. 78th St. 207 Chan View
Chanhassen, Mn. $5317 Chanhassen, Mn. 55317
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Chanhassen, Mn. 55317
Chanhassen American
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Chanhassen, Mn. 55317
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4 Post Office Box 262
Chanhassen, Mn. 55317
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Chaska, Minn. 55318
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Chanhassen, Mn. 55317
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306 Chan View
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Chanhassen, Mn. 55317
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511 Chan View
509 Chan View
507 ChanView
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Chanhassen, Mn. 55317
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Ralph Fuhrman
Raymond Roufs
501 Chan View
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77th St.
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7339 Frontier Trail
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Chanhassen, Mn. 55317
225 W.
Chanhassen, Mn. 55317
Chanhassen, Mn. 55317
Hansen & Klingelhutz
W. M. Kerber
Robert H. Mason, Inc.
7198 Frontier Trail
18811 W. 78th St.
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Chanhassen, Mn. 55317
Eden Praire, Mn.
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Texaco Inc.
332 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago,- Ill. 60604
Waycrosse Inc.
Cargill Bldg.
Minneapolis, Mn.
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Mn. Valley Nat. Gas
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Excelsior, Mn. 55331
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CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT PARKING SURVEY
Prepared for:
THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN
February 26, 1974
Prepared by: �}
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ....... ................... . 1
FIELD SURVEY ON PARKING DEMAND .... 2
Space Inventory .......................... I..................... 2
Occupancy Levels..... .......... . ... 2
Efficiency of Space Utilization (Turnover) ................. 5
Summary of Survey Findings ................... .... .... 12
PARKING DEMAND ............................ 14
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS ........ .. ............. 18
APPENDIX - ASSESSMENT FORMULA .................................... 21
LIST OF GRAPHICS
Graphic 1
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SPACE INVENTORY . 3
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TOTAL PARKING OCCUPANCY ............................ ........ ... 4
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PERCENT OF OCCUPANCY FOR SELECTED OFF-STREET LOTS ................ 6
Graphic 4
PERCENT OF OCCUPANCY FOR SELECTED ON -STREET PARKING ............ 7
Graphic 5
PARKING TURNOVER ................................................... 14
INTRODUCTION
This report is part of a continuing effort by the City of Chanhassen to properly plan and
develop the Central Business District (CBD) of Chanhassen. The report on parking needs
for the CBD is intended to be an integral part of the Concept Plan for the Chanhassen
Central Business District prepared for the City in November, 1972 by Design Planning
Associates, Inc. The report deals with both the current parking situation as well as using
parking needs and parking characteristics as a planning tool in implementation of the CBD
Concept Plan.
Analysis of Chanhassen's parking requirements and current usage indicates unique parking
-- characteristics and indicate the current development structure and functional relationship
of the CBD. The rapid growth of the nighttime entertainment business has, largely sur-
passed the development of other CBD functions such as retail shopping and service facilities.
This disproportionate amount of nighttime attractions have unique parking requirements.
The space provided to meet the nighttime needs does, however, present development
opportunities which should be beneficial in future attempts to develop the CBD with a
z diversity of uses.
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FIELD SURVEY ON PARKING DEMAND
On Friday, October 12, 1973, Development Concept Corporation conducted a parking
survey from 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Each space in the Central Business District (CBD)
was assigned a numeration route and was checked at one-half hour intervals, noting, the
auto License number of each occupied space. The survey data provided the basis for
determining peak demand times and locations, occupancy levels, duration of stay and
Location of problem areas. The actual field work was done by The Chanhassen Firemens'
J Auxiliary, under the direction of personnel from Development Concept Corporation.
Concurrent with the control survey, a representative of Development Concept Corporation
observed the general workability of the parking system and noticed specific conflict
areas until 11:30 p.m.
IThe following subsections outline the findings of that survey.
Space Inventory
Graphic 1 shows the location of the parking spaces within the CBD and indicates by lot
and block front the number of spaces available. There are a total of 914 spaces within
the Central Business District; of which 806 are off-street and 106 on -street spaces. This
space inventory does not include the large lot west of Animal Fair, Inc. as that area is
considered industrial and not a functioning part of the Central Business District. Further,
this calculation does not include the amount of space within the two service stations (Lots
G and K) and the school lot (Lot C) east of Great Plains Boulevard.
Occupancy Levels
Graphic 2 shows the total occupied parking spaces as a function of time. The occupancy
level and peak parking times are not typical of most CBD situations when compared to
parking space occupancy for similar studies conducted in White Bear Lake and Grand
Rapids, Minnesota. Both White Bear Lake and Grand Rapids provide a full range of
convenience and shoppers goods retail outlets and on the day of the survey were open
during the day as well as the evening. The time of peak demand occurs during the day-
time in those communities due to the influence of retail trade. Also, the relative flatness
of the occupancy curve is quite different than that found in Chanhassen. Chanhassen's
high concentration of nighttime attractions accounts for a comparatively high volume of
vehicles in the evening. Nearly one-third of the vehicles parked in Chanhassen during
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during most of the daylight hours, a vast resource .of vacant parking spaces is available.
This daytime vacant space presents a development opportunity which will be presented
later in the report.
Graphics 3 and 4 show percent of occupancy of selected areas in the Central Business
District for the survey period. The parking system in the western part of the CBD and both
sides of West 78th Street function adequately. The area in and around the Frontier Complex
experienced no conflict or lack of adequate parking throughout the survey period. .
The percent of occupancy is comparatively high in the area on the east end of West 78th
Street, including the Colonial Shopping Center lot (Lot E).and Lot A found behind Jerry's
Bar and Pauly's Restaurant and Bar. The Colonial Shopping Center (Lot E) was often at
or near capacity in the early evenings (5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.). .Congestion in the lot,
however, was not entirely caused by the shopping center patrons, but by the patrons of
the restaurant, liquor store and the two bars south of West 78th Street. .
i Another area generating a relatively high amount of vehicles for the space available was
the building housing the Frontier Bell Beauty Salon, an insurance agent, and a dentist.
These uses are served by only three on -street spaces on the north side of West 78th Street.
Most customers to this bulking use the south side of West 78th Street or the northwest
corner of the Dinner Theatre Lot (Lot P).
Efficiency of Space Utilization (Turnover)
Parking turnover measures the number of vehicles a parking space accommodates during a
survey period. Turnover is a measure of efficiency of the parking spaces and is directly
related to occupancy rate and duration of parking. Tables 1 and 2 compare the turn-
over rates, average stay and percent of vehicles staying less than one-half hour and one
hour for each of the surveyed lots and block fronts in the Central Business District. The
primary characteristic of the Central Business District uses is that they generate parking
with a long duration of stay. The current turnover rates are quite low throughout the
Business District. This presents no problem when the occupancy rates are also very low.
Therefore, during the major part of the day there are no parts of the CBD which' suffer
congestion for the lack of space turnover caused by the long duration parker. See Graphic
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TABLE 1
EFFICIENCY OF SPACE UTILIZATION - OFF-STREET PARKING
(10:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.)
Total
Vehicles Space Hours
Percent Staying less
Lot
Vehicles Parked
Per Space Occupied**
Average Stay
than 1/2 Hr. ***
'T
A
247
4.2 384
1 .55 hr.
33
B
18
1.6 63
3.48 hr.
0
C
7*
N.A. 18
2.57 hr.
N.A.
D
23
1.9 27
1 .20 hr.
55
E
390
6.7 423
1 .08 hr.
6.1
F
16
1.8 59
3.70 hr :.
0
G
25*
N.A. 41
1 .62 hr.
N.A.
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N.A.
N.A. N.A.
N.A.
N.A.
N.A.
N.A. N.A.
N.A.
N.A.
J
94
1.3 172
1 .82hr.
8
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N.A.
N.A. N.A.
N.A.
N.A.
L
N.A.
N.A. N.A.
N.A.
N.A.
M
49
1.0 168
3.42 hr.
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N
133
1.4 211
1.58 hr.
45
O
118
3.5 216
1.83 hr.
39
P
368
1.2 772
2.09 hr.
7
Q
N.A.
N.A. N.A.
N.A.
N.A.
7
R
N.A.
N.A. N.A.
N.A.
N.A.
Total
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Surveyed
1,488
2,554
1.72 hr.
-(
*
Estimate
**
Space hours occupied = total occupied spaces - 23 checks x 11 hours
***
Does not include new vehicle on last check as that vehicle may have stayed longer
than 1/2 hour.
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TABLE 2
,EFFICIENCY
OF SPACE UTILIZATION - ON -STREET PARKING
(10:30 a.m.
- 9:30 p.m.)
Street
Total
Vehicles
Space Hours
Percent Staying less
Code Vehicles Parked
Per Space
Occupied*
Average Stay
than 1/2 Hr. **
78-1
19
0.9
71
3.8 hr.
0
78-2
20
3.3
39
2.0 hr.
17
78-3
23
4.6
44
1.9 hr.
13
78-4
58
7.2
61
1:1 hr.
57
7.9-5
1d.
2.3
9
.6'hr.
71
78-6
16
2.3
11
.7 hr.
56
78-7
42
.7.0
52
1.2 hr.
39
78-8
16
5.3
24
1.5 hr.
25
78-9
35
5.0
51
1.5 hr.
13
78-10
18
1.1
41
2.2 hr.
22
GP-1
14
4.7
23
1.7 hr.
50
GP-2
10
2.5
10
1.0 hr.
70
GP-3
19
1.5
24
1.3 hr.
35
Total
304
2.9
460
1.5 hr.
* Space hours occupied
_ total occupied spaces/ 23 checks x 11 hours
** Does not include new vehicle on last check
as that vehicle may have stayed
longer than
1/2 hour.
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The only area by the nature of its use requiring a relatively high turnover rate is the
Colonial Shopping Center. Although the shopping center lot (Lot E) showed a moderately
high turnover rate of 6.7 vehicles per space for the survey period it was hampered con
Siderably by the long duration parker and.patrons of the bars and restaurants to the south
of West 78th Street. The congestion of Lot E is, in part, caused by the relative location
of the lot to the uses to the south of West 78th Street, and is further amplified by the
shortage of parking space .directly available to the uses south of West 78th Street.
TABLE 3
UTILIZATION OF THE COLONIAL SHOPPING CENTER LOT
(LOT E)*
Vehicles
Less Than
Less Than
Over
Total
Per
One -Half Hour**
One Hour*
Four Hours
Lane
Vehicles
Space
Number Percent
Number Percent
Number
Percent
1
144
8.0
112 77
127 88
9
6
2
83
6.4
44 53
65 78
6
7
3
74
5.7
41 55
54 73
2
3
4
89
6.4
48 53
63 71
9
10
Colonial
Lot Total
390
6.7
245 63
309 79
26
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* Lanes are numbered from the shopping center building toward West 78th Street.
** Includes last check.
A more detailed indication of the utilization of the Colonial Shopping Center lot (Lot E)
is shown above in Table 3. The following points further illustrate the parking situation
in this general area:
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• During the survey period, 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., 66 percent of the space
hours were occupied in Lot E.
° Between 5:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., 84 percent of the spaces were occupied in
Lot E.
• 26 vehicles, or 6 percent of the total vehicles occupied space for over four hours
with an average stay of 5-1/2 hours. These 26 vehicles occupied 32 percent of
the space hours utilized in the survey period. Those 26 vehicles staying more than
4 hours preempted the space for a potential for 145 vehicles parking one hour or
less.
• A one hour parking limit in Lot E would have accommodated 79 percent of the
vehicles utilizing the lot during the survey period. A two hour limit would have
accommodated 89 percent of the vehicles.
• To further amplify, the problem, Lots A and E, and the on -street parking on West
78th Street showed a very high occupancy level during the same period (5:00 p.m.
to 10:00 p.m.). It may be concluded from these factors and other survey data that
there currently exists a shortage of space in that general area.
Summary of Survey Findings
The Chanhassen Central Business District is quite unique in both its physical use makeup
and parking requirements. The disproportionate amount of entertainment uses within the
Central Business District and a relatively small retail sales base have resulted in a relatively
high demand for space in the evening hours as compared to the daylight hours. Therefore,
a reserve of unused space during the daytime exists which could serve new development
that operates between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Some daytime uses could be added with-
out increasing the amount of space in the Central Business District.
Most of the major uses within the Central Business District require parking space to accom-
modate the long duration parker. The restaurants, beauty shops, bars, manufacturers,
etc., require a large amount of parking space to function and do not rely on the turnover
or multiple use of space which is evident in Central Business Districts oriented to retail
sales functions. It should be noted that as more retail uses are introduced to the Central
Business District, the efficiency of space utilization will become more important and
such factors as enforced time limits, space marking, and a control of employee parking
will be required.
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The area In the vicinity of the intersection of West 78th Street and Highway 101 in the
evening hours became quite congested due to the conflicts and the peak demands of the
uses in the area and the shortage of spaces available to serve those needs.
Two uses currently need improvement of the parking space turnover rate to accommodate
short term parking needs. These are: the Colonial Shopping Center and Pauly's Liquor
Store on the southwest corner of West 78th Street and Highway 101 . Lot E, serving the
Colonial Shopping Center, was sufficiently congested between 5:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
and again between 8:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. to discourage prospective shoppers from
seeking space in the lot to shop at the center. In the same general area, Pauly's Liquor
Store does not have adequate short term space to operate due to its neighboring uses
with long duration parking needs.
On -street space marking currently does not exist. Because of primary nighttime utiliza-
tion of most on -street space it would not be beneficial to mark the on -street spaces at
this time. An exception would be the West 78th Street block fronts directly west of
Highway 101 (78-4 and 78-7). The proper marking of this area could possibly increase
the utilization of these block fronts from 5 to 10 vehicles per day. Similar results could
be obtained by marking Lots A and E provided that lighting in those lots were also
improved.
Circulation to parking areas appears to be workable except for the combined drive .of
the DX Station and the Colonial Shopping Center. Any improvement of the shopping
center lot (Lot E) should consider modification of the curb cut arrangement. The survey
findings suggest modifications to the CBD Concept Plan. These proposed changes are
included in the Proposed Actions section.
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PARKING DEMAND
In addition to the field survey which measures the actual utilization of parking spaces,
'4 It is also necessary to calculate an optimum or peak demand potential for the Central
Business District based upon normal parking standards for each use.
Table 4 indicates the parking peak demand standards for each use assuming the uses were
developed as freestanding developments without the benefit of sharing parking spaces with
neighboring facilities. One of the benefits of grouping uses in a CBD is that seldom do
' all uses have the peak demand at the some time and therefore, fewer spaces are required
to accommodate the aggregate needs of the CBD. Therefore, the totals for both daytime
and nighttime space needs should be regarded as somewhat high and are presented only as
a basis of indicating potential CBD parking demand for individual uses.
For the purposes of calculating the current CBD parking needs that reflect an aggregate
potential, results of"the survey taken on Friday, October 12, 1973, will be utilized.
The nighttime peak demand was: observed during the survey at about 600 vehicles or 65
percent of the total potential, a nighttime parking demand of 962 spaces. For purposes
of calculating parking needs for the various areas in the CBD, 80 percent of the potential
nighttime parking demand as shown on Table 4wiII be utilized on the assumption that the
parking demand on the day of..the survey was approximately 15 percent less than the peak
day of the year.
The nighttime demand, because it is so much higher than the daytime demand, becomes
the controlling factor in determining the current adequacy of the parking space inventory.
Daytime parking needs are currently being met and should only become a concern as new
daytime uses are located in the Central Business District. At the present time there is
sufficient parking space south of West 78th Street to accommodate new uses which would
be exclusively daytime functions.
There are two areas that will, in the near future, or presently do not have sufficient park-
ing to meet nighttime demand. These areas are: (1) The area in the vicinity of the :
shopping center and the bars at the intersection of Highway 101 and West 7Bth Street,
and (2) the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre Complex.
1, The area in the vicinity of Trunk Highway 101 and West 78th Street includes a total
of seven facilities with a nighttime demand totalling 222 spaces. Parking space
available to these nighttime uses totals 182 on and off-street spaces, not including
the space at the Texaco Service Station. This results in a deficit of 40 spaces to
meet the needs of this area at the current time.
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TABLE 4
POTENTIAL PARKING DEMAND BY USE
Space
Needs
Use
Gross Floor
Standard
Daytime
Nighttime
Area (Sq. Ft.)
Space:Sq. Ft.
(9 a.m.-5 p.m.)
(5 p.m.-1 a.m.)
Jerry's Old West Bar
3,200
1 SO
130)
64
O Leary's Kitchen
2,300
1:125
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Pau ly's Bar and Restaurant
5,000
1:50
20 (1)
100
Pauly's Liquor Store
1,200
1:150
g
8
Antiques
700
1:150
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IKenney's Supermarket
71700
1:150
51
51
IChalet Pizza
2,100
1:125
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17
Bart's Pharmacy
2,800
1:150
19
19
I Beauty Shop, Dentist, Insurance 1,700
1:150
11
-
Bongards
4,100
1:150
27
_
jGreenwoods Sign Company
3,500
1:400
9
_
Hann's Properties
15,100
1:400
38
_
Riviera Supper Club
6,000
1.50
-
120
Post Office
2,400
1:150
16
-
Frontier Furniture
15,000
1:400
38
-
Chanhassen Dinner Theatre(2)
-
-
1150)
575
Frontier Lumber and Hardware
20,400
1:400
51
-
Vacant Store (Frontier)
5,600
1:150
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POTENTIAL PARKING DEMAND BY USE
(Continued)
Space Needs
Gross Floor
Standard
Daytime Nighttime
Use
Area (Sq. Ft.)
Space:Sq. Ft.
(9 a.m.-5 p.m.) (5 p.m.-1 a.m.)
Animal Fair
45,000
1:400
113 -
Minnetonka Labs
14,000
1:400
35 -
Cleaners
1,500
1:150
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TOTAL DEMAND
651 962
(')Assume 20 percent of peak demand.
(2) Based on seating capacity (one space per 3 seats)
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2. Chanhassen Dinner Theatre Complex currently has a nighttime demand of 492 spaces.
This is based upon the assumption of seating capacities as follows:
• Dinner Theatre, 600
® Downstairs, 125
1° Bronco, 250
e Banquet Rooms, 500
In the immediate vicinity of the Chanhassen Dinner Complex there are 532 spaces
available including both on and off-street parking facilities. Therefore, a total
excess of 40 spaces is currently available to the dinner theatre complex. However,
it is anticipated that the Courtyard Theatre will be opened within the near future.
This facility will have a capacity of 250 people and therefore will require another
83 spaces, leaving a net deficit of 43 spaces.
It should be noted that the above calculations for the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre Complex
assumed 100 percent of the potential nighttime demand due to its position as the dominant
use in the Business District. However, in calculating the parking needs for the area in
the vicinity of West 78th Street and Highway 101, 80 percent of the aggregate demand
was utilized.
The purpose of this section has been to identify the relationship of parking demand to the
supply. The recommendations section will provide alternative solutions to resolving the
parking space deficits indicated in this section.
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RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
The following recommendations are based upon the findings of the parking survey taken
on October 12, 1973 and the goals and objectives of the Concept Plan for the Chanhassen
Central Business District. The recommendations are listed in order of relative importance
in solving immediate problems rather than on the basis of significance to implementation
of the Concept Plan.
1 . The most immediate problem in the Central Business District is the congestion in the
Colonial Shopping Center lot (Lot E). It is imperative that for the health of the
Colonial Shopping Center, as well as the continued health of the retail function of
the Central Business District, that Lot E be programmed to serve the fast turnover
retail functions first, and the long term parker second.
The owner of the shopping center in the past has been reluctant to police the
operation of the lot, as this action could cause hard feelings and lose business. This
could be resolved if the City were able to control operation of the lot. As the pri-
mary purpose of this lot is to serve the shopping center, it is not recommended that
the City buy the lot, but rather encourage the owner to lease the lot to the City on
an annual basis for a minimal fee. This arrangement would put the lot in the control
of the City in order that they could set time limits and enforce the regulations when
required. If such an arrangement could be made it is recommended that the following
improvements to the lot be made with major assessment going to the shopping center
owner:
a. Design and stripe the parking lot per accepted parking space standards taking
into consideration resolving the access congestion adjacent to the DX Service
Station .
b. Make lighting improvements to the lot.
C. Post a one hour time limit for the first three lanes adjacent to the shopping
center building. Post a two hour limit on the lane adjacent to West 78th
Street. Signing should be visible and the hours of enforcement (10:00 a.m.
to 10:00 p.m.) clearly marked.
d. Enforce primarily in the hours between 5:00 and 10:00 p.m.
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2. Recommendation 1 only improves the operation of the Colonial Shopping Center lot
(Lot E) and does not alleviate the shortage of some 40 spaces in this general area.
It is recommended that Lot A be upgraded and expanded to the south and west to
accommodate another 40 spaces. Two basic implementation options are available;
a. Acquire additional land and develop entirely as a public lot. The acquisition
and construction cost will be financed through an assessment district with the
assessment being weighted upon the benefit received. It should be noted that
any new daytime use in this area could be developed between the public lot
and the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre Lot without providing any additional
parking: Irregardless of whether or not a use is immediately developed
between Lots A and P, the property has development potential and would be
a .major recipient of the benefit of a new public lot and should be assessed
appropriately.
b. The second option is to encourage the private development of the property
between Lots A and P for daytime use and to require that the developer pro-
vide the parking to the magnitude of approximately 40 spaces adjacent to.
Lot A. This solution would require, however, that the Village become in-
volved in the improvement of both the private and existing public portions of
Lot A and to make either acquisition or lease arrangements similar to that
proposed in Recom Viendation 1 for Lot E.
3. Due to the large amount of parking spaces south of West 78th Street devoted to
serving nighttime entertainment uses, it is recommended that additional uses intro-
duced to the area between Lots A and P serve daytime functions only in order to
utilize the existing parking base. Uses which would fit this daytime requirement
best would be business and professional office, medical and dental office, govern-
mental office, mortuary, and retail sales and service functions which are limited
to daytime operation.
4. The owners of the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre Complex have acquired the property
directly to the east of their parking lot (Lot P) in order to accommodate additional
parking for the anticipated opening of the Courtyard Theatre within the complex.
Development of this area for additional parking is in conflict with the Concept
Plan. Further the Concept Plan includes a proposed street lying between the
cabinet shop and the main dinner theatre building. This street would run through
Lot R which presently provides employee parking for the complex. It is recommended
that the City investigate the potential of running that street south of the cabinet
shop along the tracks to avoid reducing the parking capacity of Lot R. Further,
if this road alignment can be accomplished, the dinner theatre management should
be encouraged to make improvements in Lot R and increase its capacity with a
goal of 40 additional spaces. This solution would enable them to discard their
plans for expansion of Lot P to the east in favor of developing the parcel into a
daytime use. This solution would accomplish a primary objective of the Concept
Plan at the same time providing convenient parking in closer proximity to the
dinner theatre itself. To adequately use Lot R, however, the development of the
new street would have to be made at least to the cabinet shop.
5. The medical and dental facility offices and personal services shown on the Concept
Plan and located between the Colonial Shopping Center and Chan View, would be
more appropriately located south of West 78th Street. The space that these uses
occupy on the Concept Plan should be devoted to either residential or retail com-
mercial facilities.
6. The specific parking needs for.the area north of West 78th Street, other than the
area around the Colonial Shopping Center, cannot be determined until such time
a specific development plan is brought into the area. However, it is recommended
that effort to balance daytime and nighttime parking utilization should be exercised
in this area also. It is expected that if a balance between daytime and nighttime
parking needs is accomplished, the objective of developing a diversified Central
Business District with a multiplicity of functions will also be accomplished.
7. The parking system for the Central Business District should be a combination of
private and public parking facilities. It is recommended that the entire CBD be
included in the parking assessment district. The share of assessment for parking
lot acquisition and improvements should be based on a formula calculated to
determine benefit from the improvement. The some formula may also be used to
finance other types of CBD improvements, such as pedestrian malls and walkways,
street furniture, and landscaping. (See Appendix for suggested assessment formula
format)
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APPENDIX
ASSESSMENT FORMULA
21
SAMPLE ASSESSMENT FORMULA.
Because of the complexity of calculating assessments, it is suggested that the .following
procedures be followed. As you will note, these procedures closely follow those for
normal street, water, or sewer improvement projects. The formula of assigning assess-
ments as shown here has been developed from experiences in Hopkins and White Bear
Lake, Minnesota.
Suggested Procedure
1. Prepare the general development plans for individual parking lots as well as
preliminary cost estimates.
2. Hold a public hearing on the general plans, assessment formula, and preliminary
cost estimates. Because of the complexity of the assessment formula do not attempt
to compute individual assessments at this time.
3. Prepare final detailed plans and, specifications as well as refined cost estimates.
4. Hold a public hearing on Item 3 above pursuant to Minnesota Statutes.
a,
5. Submit project for bids pnd award in accordance with recognized legal procedure.
6. Construct parking lots.
7. During construction compute individual assessments for each property.
8. Hold a public hearing on individual assessments. Payments can be spread over a
20 year period with equal payments plus interest.
Formula for Assessment
The individual assessment against each property within the assessment district is based
upon three quantities; land value, need factor, and proximity by zone. The sum total
of all assessments equals the total cost of the project.
1. Formula:
P = X + Y + Z
Where: P = Total project cost
X = Sum of all land value factors assessments
Y = Sum of all need factors assessments
Z = Sum of all proximity factors assessments
or, X = 15% of P
' Y 35% of P
Z = 500 of P
2. Land Value Factor X
Individual Land Value Factor Assessment x = aX
Solve for a: a = b
c
a = individual assessment factor
b = total assessed value of assessment district
c = assessed value of individual property
Solve for x: x = aX
x = individual assessment
X = sum of all land value factor or 15% (P)
3. Need Factor Y
Set up 10 categories of land uses based upon parking need as defined in the
City Zoning Ordinance and assign a point factor similar to the following:
(d )
Category Land Use Point Value
I (High Intensity Retail) 10
2 (Low Intensity Retail) 9
3 8
4 7
5 6
6 (Warehouses) 5
7 4
8 (Multiple) 3
9 (Vacant Lots and Homes) 2
10
Note: These point values can be charted to get fractional point values if
desired.
Credits for existing parking provided by the land use
Point Values 2 for adequate parking
4 inadequate parking
6 little or no parking provided
Potential of Property (land only)
Point Value
1
2
3
4
5
(f)
(e)
Land Area - Square Feet
0 - 2,750
2,751 - 5,000
5,001 - 10,000
10,001 15,000
15,001 - plus
Individual Need Factor Assessment y = g (d + e + f)
Solve for g: g = Y
T
g = dollar value per assessed point
Y = 'sum of all need factors or 35% (P)
T total assessed points of assessment district
properties.
Solve for y: y = g (d + e + f)
y = individual assessment
d = point value for need
e = point value for credits
f = point value for potential of property
JAN 1974
Jack Anderson Associates APIQ
TRAFFIC ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS n RECEiVEr) L
VIL.LAGE OF 0Y
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TELEPHONE 612-777-8976
January 21, 1974 ,1�,
Mr. John Neveaux, Chairman Subj: Final Report on
Planning Commision Traffic Engineering
Box 147 for 1973
Chanhassen, Minnesota, 55317
Dear Mr. Neveaux,
Transmitted herewith is a report on traffic engineering work done
for the Village of Chanhassen by our firm during the year 1973. The
report is submitted in accordance with the accord reached in our
meeting of August 3 which was attended by Mayor Klinglehutz.
Resubmitted is the June, 1973 billing in the amount of $748.75
which we now consider due and payable. In accordance with our dis-
cussion, the additional work to summarize our work in a report format
is a non -charge item. Payment of the current billing will be consid-
ered payment for all services to date.
We are very sorry that you were not satisfied with our previous
work and we have done a considerable amount of soul searching to try
to determine what the problem was so it wouldn't happen again. With
your patience, I would like to take this opportunity to give you our
thoughts on it.
One problem obviously was that when we started this business ven-
ture we understood that it was conventional practice among consultants
to charge time on a portal to portal basis. However, the long trip
out to Chanhassen from our office resulted in excessive charge time
for travel. On March 29 this was discussed with Adolph Tesness and
an adjustment was made to charge travel only one way.
Also discussed with Adolph were charges for work related to Chan-
hassen traffic problems that were not specific assignments under the
terms of our contract agreement. An adjustment was made on that account
reducing our March 1 billing from $821.15 to.-581.5 . Assuming that
everything was squared away we accepted further assignments through
June until charges had accrued to the present $748.75.
An area of significant misunderstanding wcis the e;:nected format
of the traffic engineering input. As you stated, you expected a
report format in order that you would have some tangible documentation
in your files. On the other hand, we had anticipated that the input
format would be informal, largely verbal, and with technical memos
as necessary to transmit detailed information. As you will see in the
first paragraph of our announcement brochure we were organized to
provide "over the shoulder" assistance. Be that as it may, the report
WHITE BEAR HILLS PROFESSIONAL CENTER 0 2553 EAST COUNTY ROAD E 0 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MINN. 55110
should satisfy your requirement and we have learned from this exper-
ience to be more explicit on this point with our new clients.
In our meeting you noted that your budget did not provide for a
large expenditure for traffic engineering. I take this to be a refer-
ence to the Planning Commission budget, and I agree that you should
not be one to finance this input. Traffic engineering input should
be financed on the same basis as other engineering. The charges
should be borne by the developer in the case of a new proposal, or
borne by the municipality at large if the work is a general benefit.
We have found that most communities allocate traffic engineering
costs in this manner. Specifically in the case of new development,
Planning Commissions either instruct the developer to have a traffic
report prepared at his own cost, or charge the developer for the
cost of the traffic engineering work performed by the municipality's
consultant. I certainly would recommend your investigating these op-
tions for future work. It would be unfortunate for you to conduct
your planning process without the benefit of traffic engineering
evaluations.
As much as I would hope that your dissatisfaction lies in the areas
outlined above, it just doesn't seem possible taht your depth of
feeling could stem from them because they seem relatively easy to
work out. The only factor remaining is the relevance and accuracy of
the work that was done. This has not been questioned to my know-
ledge, leaving me with the disappointing conclusion that the work was
not satisfactory because it did not agree with conclusions already
drawn. If that is the case, it is the best argument possible for
early input of traffic data to the planning process. Again, if that
is the case, it wouldn't be the first time that realistic traffic
input has been neglected until it becomes an awkward and embarrassing
issue.
I do not wish to dwell on this last point, but since Chanhassen
is the only client I have had any difficulty with, and since my cred-
ibility is my most important asset, I must emphasize how important it
is for me to maintain a position of telling it like it is. I am not
in the business of doing a disservice to my client by telling him
only what he would like to hear. If I am off base on this possible
area of dissatisfaction, I sincerely apologize. You must understand
that I an trying to get to the bottom of a very puzzling situation.
If you can shed more light on what happened, it would be deeply
appreciated.
In conclusion, I wish to thank you for the opportunity of work-
ing for Chanhassen during 1973. Should you have the need for further
discussion of the report, or the need for traffic input in the future
please note that we are now located in new offices in White Bear Lake.
Ole-sOregards in the new year,
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W. Anderson, P.E. JWA:jda
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TRAFFIC EVALUATION
CHANHASSEN Ci3D CONCEPT PLAN
JACK ANDERST ASSOCIATES
1073
TRAFFIC EVALUATION OF CHANHASSEN CBD CONCEPT PLAN
I. INTRODUCTION
In November of 1972, the planning firm of Design Planning Associates
prepared and presented a "Concept Plan" for the Chanhassen central
business district (CBD). The main thrust of the plan was to provide
land use proposals and an architectural theme for renovation of the
core area in terms of providing a stimulating and satisfying environ-
ment for shoppers.
In addition to the potential concept plan for the CBD, the report in-
cluded a graphic of a preliminary land use plan for areas adjacent
to State Trunk Highway 5 (TH 5) from County Road 17 to the east Village
limits. In the area east of the CBD core, (Figure 1), there were a
number of traffic planning considerations that needed further evalua-
tion from the standpoint of future traffic operations, some of which
were already causing concern to residents. Subsequently, traffic
engineering expertise was sought to (1) make an evaluation of the east
area, and (2) provide staff with traffic planning input to relate
current development proposals to the longer range Concept Plan.
II.STUDY APPROACH
Because input was needed for current development proposals as well as
potential future needs, the Concept Plan was first reviewed as a
framework for development. Then identifiable problems were treated
as separate study elements. Prior to detailed study, the problem
areas were discussed with Village staff and priorities assigned.
Assignments were made for more detailed evaluation of the following
areas: (Figure 1)
A. Future upgrading of T.H.5
B. Design geometrics of proposed access.
C. Intersection locations on T.H.S.
D. Remote frontage roads on T.H.S.
E. Geometric design standards for frontage roads.
F. East intersection of T.H. 101 and 78th St.
G. Access to the Buesgens proposed development.
H. Frontage road west of Dakota Ave. to T.H. 101.
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so the staff could take advantage of the findings as they may have
more general application within the Village. This also enabled the
traffic engineer to get an overview of other traffic concerns in the
Village and provide suggestions for corrective action.
The report then is a series of summaries of work done and recommenda-
tions made in the course of several months of traffic consulting work
in support of the Village staff and Planning Commission.
III. DISCUSSION OF ASSIGNED PROBLEM AREAS
The principle charge in the traffic engineering evaluation of the pro-
posed Concept Plan for the CBD was to provide comment on the plan's
ability to provide a framework for development of the vacant land
east of the CBD. As the work progressed, specific problem areas were
defined. These were discussed with the Village staff and assignments
were made to provide data on each problem area. Some problems were
related to future development, while some were related to current
proposals that needed more immediate decisions. The following sections
summarize the findings and discussions on each of the problem areas.
The order of presentation is important to the extent that decisons
are related to the timetable for upgrading of T.H. 5 to the divided
highway status proposed. A significant delay in implementation of the
proposed upgrading would upset much of the proposed Concept Plan pro-
visions for access to the CBD. Accordingly, future upgrading of T.H. 5
is the first item addressed.
A. FUTURE UPGRADING OF T.H. 5.
A vital element in the Chanhassen CBD Concept Plan is the proposed
upgrading of T.H. 5 to expressway standards, including an interchange
structure at T.H. 101 and attendant ramp connections for access to the
CBD. A review of the MHD "Backbone System" for establishing job prior-
ities indicates that the prospects for implementation of the proposed
upgrading is bleak at best. Therefore, it is concluded that access
will continue to be via at -grade intersections for the forseeable
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future, and that the location of at -grade intersections on T.H. 5
should be a major element in the CBD Concept Plan. The intersections
are covered in detail in Section C - Intersection Locations.
A detailed explanation of the "Backbone System" is appended, but
essentially it identifies priority roads in the State, and indicates
the rate that needed improvements could be made to these priority
roads with the current level of funding. Currently T.H.5 has such a
low priority that funding of major improvements are not contemplated
in the next 30 years. A significant change in funding levels would
be necessary to significantly change that time frame. A one cent
increase in the gas tax, for example, would change the schedule
only four or five years.
It is always possible that changes in priorities and funding levels
will occur, and even now the Metro Council is considering a different
thoroughfare plan which would affect T.H. 5. Preservation of adequate
right-of-way for potential improvements is always a good investment.
In this regard it is noted that the right-of-way requirement for the
proposed intersections on T.H. 5 is basically the same as the require-
ment for the roadways between intersections. (Figure 2) It is there-
fore recommended that a uniform width of 200 feet be preserved along
T.H.5 throughout its length within the Village of Chanhassen. Adjacent
communities should be encouraged to do likewise.
B. DESIGN GEOMETRICS OF PROPOSED ACCESS
Although in Section A it was concluded that the Concept Plan was invalid
with respect to proposed bridges on T.H. 5, it is well to discuss the
merits of the proposal to point out some specific deficiencies in the
Concept.
The Concept Plan indicates cutting off existing access at the 78th -
Dakota Avenue intersection, and providing a pair of ramps to the east
from a proposed bridge over T.H. 5 at existing T.H. 101. Geometrically
it would be very difficult, and excessively costly to provide the west-
bound off -ramp connection as shown. Grade differentials would be such
that T. H. 101 would have to bridge over both T.H. 5 and the railroad
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ramp configuration is grossly out of scale. The area actually re-
quired by construction of such a ramp would cut off access to the com-
mercial service area shown in the northeast quadrant, (Figure 3).
Extension of the off -ramp as a service road in the north-west quadrant
would be at such an elevation that its property access function would
be unfulfilled over most of its length. Access to the proposed east-
bound on -ramp would be circuitous to the point where motorists would
consider using an alternative route via 78th St. Moreover, the resi-
dential area (Woodhill) south of T.H. 5 would be adversely affected
by ramp traffic.
Reversing the grade to carry T.H. 5 over T.H. 101 would partially
remove some of these deficiencies. However, a far more detailed
geometric design study of this alternative would be necessary before
conclusive statements could be made on this point.
There is agreement that access to the core area needs to be improved.
with or without the interchange ramps. It is understood that both
the existing intersections are used heavily depending on ones destin-
ation and familiarity with the area. It is our conclusion that both
of these intersections can and should be improved, not only to provide
needed accessibility to the CBD core area, but .for safe traffic oper-
ations as well, until the proposed interchange becomes feasible.
C. INTERSECTION LOCATIONS ON T.H. 5
Given that major upgrading of T.H.5 is not in the offing, that access
to the core area will be via at -grade intersections, and that the exist-
ing 78th St. intersection is now a major access to the core area, it
seems illogical that this major access should be cut off. With this
in mind,a preliminary layout was prepared and presented to the Plan-
ning Commission as part of the work. The intersection concept included
a proposed frontage road and proposed revisions to the east intersec-
tion of T.H. 101 and 78th St. Figure 4 is a copy of the concept
intersection , some of which will be discussed later in Section F.
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intersection, it became obvious that there are distinct geometric
advantages in combining work on the two intersections so they could
be constructed at the same time. The reversing curvature of T.H.5
through this area would make thi3 combination a natural. A layout
showing both intersections was not produced, however both intersections
would be similar to Figure 4.
Since uniform spacing of intersections is desireable from the stand-
point of traffic signal progressions, it was then determined that
good opportunities for additional intersections on T.H. 5 would
occur at a point 1650 feet east of the existing 78th St. intersection
and one at the East City Limits. Between intersections no median open-
ings should be permitted. Additional information on this point is
found in Section D.
it should be noted that during the traffic evaluation, the MHD was
contacted for their concurrence in the intersection concept. A copy
of Figure 4 is in their files at the Golden Valley District Office.
D. REMOTE FRONTAGE ROADS ON T.H. 5
The Concept Plan indicated a plan for remote frontage roads parallel-
ing T.H. 5 from Dakota Avenue easterly to the City Limits. Also, on
the south side a frontage road was shown extended westerly through
the Westhill Addition.
From the traffic operations standpoint, the remote frontage roads are
highly desireable, particularly of all access to T.H. 5 is via the
frontage road to one of the designated intersections. This suggests
that the frontage roads should be located one lot deep from T.H. 5
the actual distance being a function of the lot size needed to satisfy
the proposed land use. The connection of the frontage road to the
crossing street should be located several hundred feet away from the
T.H. 5 intersection to allow room for vehicle storage and some weaving
distance. A distance of 400 ft. from centerline to centerline is sug-
gested although if traffic volumes are expected to be light, 300 ft.
might be adequate.
STATE OF MINNESOTA
DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS MAJOR TRUNK HIGHWAYS
"BACKBONE SYSTEM"
PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION
GROUPED BY PRIORITY
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2ND PRIORITY ... $409.6 OUT. $256.9
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TRAFFIC ENGINEFRINO CONGULTANTf
2553 East County Road E
Tiite Bear Lake, Minn,5511i,9
777-8976
August 5, 1973
Mr. W. D. Schoe ll
Schoell and Madson, inc.
50 Ninth Avenue South
Hopkins; Minnesota, 55343
Dear Bill,
I am enclosing two prints which have been discussed with the
Chanhassen. Planning Commission relative to my evaluation of
the C B D concept.
The smaller of the two prints indicates the type of channe"i7ation
that I believe is appropriate to both the TH 5-101 intPrsec:y.ion
and the TH 5-'Dakota intersection. It is my recommendation that
both intersections should be improved at the same time.
Otherwise, poor geometrics are inevitable.
The larger print indicates my suggested intersection spacing
along TH 5, featuring remote frontage roads to eliminate private
entrance access to TH 5. Actual alinement of the remote frontage
roads is flexible so long as the first intersection is located
well away from TH 5.
At the July 18 meeting (Chanhassen - we discussed the
prospect of the Woodhill Subdivision traffic coring east through
the existing development. I anticipate this will be a real
problem unless the Woodhill Subdivision is rearrange: to make
access to the proposed frontage road more cenvc-!nient.
Hopefully, something is being done about that.
If you need more information, please call.
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Anderson, P. E.
cc: Jerry Schlenk
John Neveaux
Russ Larson
Carl Dale
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4826 Chicago Avenue So. Minneapolis, Minnesota 55417 Phone: (612) 822-2106
July 23, 1973
PLANNING REPORT
For: Central Business District Committees
By: Carl R. Dale, AIP
Planning Consultant
Subject: Follow-up to CBD Committee meeting held July 11, 1973;
Re: Work Program for Steering and Subcommittees.
Background
As noted in the Concept Plan for the Chanhassen Central Business
District, the main objective is to retain and improve the CBD
as a viable and competitive commercial area as new business
districts are proposed and developed in the Community. Apparently,
a general concensus is that this is a worthwhile goal and there
seems to be general agreement as to what should be done and the
current interest, then, is centered upon how and when and by whom.
The basic framework suggested has been that of a highly coordinated
and cooperative effort. between Nr'ivate and public interests similar
to the approach taken in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. At this time,
there is no consideration of a highly complicated, Federal aid
urban renewal program. In Chanhassen, the emphasis would be on a
do-it-yourself, local program with significant results to be
expected within a period of about five (5) years.
It was noted at the meeting that many communities have attempted
Downtown improvement programs but that only a relatively few have
been a success. The main ingredients to a successful program are:
a) A true and sincere desire to proceed on.the part of public
interests;
b) Involvement of land owners and tennants;
c) A desire and willingness to participate
achievement of the stated goals; and
d) A step-by-step action program diligently
participants.
A committee structure has been established
assign specific work programs and establish
completion of the various assignments. The
list of assignments and time schedules:
and work towards
carried out by willing
and the next step is to
some time -table for
following is a suggested
COMPLETION
COMMITTEE
TASK TIME
COMMENTS
Steering
Visit other communities to Oct. 1973
Over-all responsi.
observe results or status of
bility for coor-
other similar projects such as
dination and
Hopkins, White Bear Lake,
communication witl
Montevideo, Cedar -Riverside in
Village and pri=
Minneapolis, Wayzata, and others
vate interests.
as well as reviewing informa-
tion from widespread national
efforts. Receive reports from
sub -committees and develop five-
year program for project comple-
tion. Examine priorities and
select one initial public improve-
ment that may be started yet this
year.
Finance
Secure information from various Nov. 1973
This may be the
sources including other comm-
key factor and
unities as to alternative
most important.
methods to finance projects and
improvements of this type. This
could and should include cost totals,
effects upon property owners, cost
by type of improvement, and the like.
Architecture
This has to do with selecting and
Experience in
recommending an architectural Oct. 1973
other communities
"theme" to use as a guide for
has indicated
evaluating Downtown building and
that considerable
site improvements. This task
help is required
includes formulation of some guide-
for individual
lines as to how individual prop-
owners as most
erty owners should proceed to
will not hire an
obtain advice and assistance. It
Architect or
is suggested also that the sub-
otherwise finan-
committee look into any histor-
cially obligate
ical aspects of the area, sites,
themselves to
buildings, and the like which
individual effort,
may be of importance.
Parking
It is suggested that the main Nov. 1973
A review and visit
responsibility should be that
to other commun-
of interviewing and recommend-
ities would be
ing a private firm to conduct
most helpful.
a parking study and survey as
recommended earlier. Such a
study and survey should be
conducted this Summer or
early Fall. Based upon this
study, recommendations should
be made concerning a total
parking program (financing,
private vs. public responsi-
bility, parking restrictions, etc.)
Vital questions of public policy
are involved here as well as
total area development coordina-
tion. It is estimated that
parking study costs would be
approximately $2,000.00
Relocation The first task is to begin
noting which uses are not
compatible with the five year
plan and which should be
encouraged to move out of the
CBD. For example, the few
residential uses should be so
encouraged and the task is
twofold:
1. So inform resident and
help his seek a buyer; and
2. Assist in finding a new
location in accordance
with his desires and within
his financial means.
On -going but
first report
should be in to
Steering Comm-
ittee by Oct.
1973.
A most deli-
cate and
important
task that
must be
handled with
great care and
even compass-
ion.
Of the above tasks and assignments, only one should involve public expendi-
tures at this time; that task is the actual parking study and survey. It
should also be noted that the above described tasks are the beginning of a
series that would extend over the total five year period. Upon request
by the individual committees and as approved by the Village, additional
detail and assistance can be obtained from the Planning Consultant.
The completion times noted above are intended to be those dates which reports
of some substance can be submitted for consideration by the Steering
Committee and not dates for total completion of task assignments.
C ".D Committee Meeting
.1 July 11, 1873
Chanhassen Grillage Hall
na:r a*or Klinglehutz cooled the CBD Committee meeting to order in the
Chanhassen Village Hall on July 11, 1973. The following persons
were present: Cale Dale, Ann Ko3tyk, Tim Stone, Jim Piielke, Mayoz
Klinglehutz, Arnie Tybe, Dan Herbst, Herb Bloomberg, Prank Kurvers,
Adolph Tessness, Bernard Schneider, nark Geijer, John Havli.k, Rich-
ard Moyle, Bob Beaugrand, and Ralph Thrane.
Carl Dale talked about the up-gradixig and improving the older area -
in Chanhassen, He said this will sork only if the gover-xment and
private Enterprise agree to do something. This is the structure
he feels is necessary to make this m,cept work.
Committee Structure
Village Council Private Business
Stearing (overall)
Action Committee
Subcommittees:
L. Finance Committee
2. Parking Committee
3. Architural Theme
4. Relocation Committee
Mr. Dale recommends the Stering Committee visit other cities, ones
that have done things and ones that have not done things. He -Iso
recommends that additional studies be made. The committee should
make a five year goal for completion of the project.
The following persons will be on the following committees:
l.Action Committee: Steve Wolf, Jim Mielke, John Havlik, Ton
Klinglehutz, Harry Pauly, Dave Reed, Herb Bloomberg.
2.Finance Committee: Ed Dunn, Bernard Schneider
3.Architectural Committee: Tim Stone, Dan Herbstico-chairman),
Elmer Aagard, Ann Koltyk, and Ann Neils.
4.Parking: Arnie Ryba(chairman), Francis Klien, Frank Kur-
vers, and Adolph Tessness
5.Relocation:
Carl Dale will get mail to members to bev,�.Y working on the project.
The meeting was adjorned.
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT PRELIMINARY REPORT ON
CHANHASSEN BUSINESSES
June 14, 1973
1) Coat of paint on the Frontier Belle
Weeds on side of Building
Maintain parking area in back, seal coat and stripes
2) Colonial Parking Lot
Patched
Sealed
striped
Rear should be cleaned up
Deliveries should be made in the rear
Suggest Black Topping
3) White House
Clean up premises
Trim Shrubbery
Remove Windschitl's fish house
4) Feed Mill
Cut weeds behind and around
Remove old machinery
5 ) B_ONGARDS
Move Bottle gas along the side of the building into an enclosure
behind the back of the building
Weed Control
6) Hanus Building
West Side - Fence for buffer between Hanus Property and Riviera
West side should be black topped
Remove junk
7) Riviera
Does a fine job
8) John Havlik
Remove some of the cars and unnecessary vehicles
Does a good job except for cars - removal would enhance property
9 f Bank
Strip Parking Lot
10) Animal Fair
Commend
11) Minnetonka Laboratories
Commend
12) Frontier
Need maintenance on gas lamps
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13) Ann Koltyk
Cut grass on property
Remove delapidated garage
Black top driveway on west side of building
14) Pauly's
Good Appearance
15) Fenholttimking, Inc.
Cut weeds on property
16) Western Concrete
Severe Dust problem
17 ) Lazy C
Dust problem
18) St. Hubert's
Weeds along fences
19) Laundromat
Good Appearance
20) Hansen & Klingelhutz property near Laundromat
Weed Control
CENTRAL BUSIbFt;SS DISTRICT COMMITTEE MINUTES - May 17, 1973
The CBD Committee met on May 17, 1973 at 8:00 p.m.. in the Chanhassen
Village Hall.. The following persons were present: James Mieike, Arnold
Ryba, Mayor Al Klingelhutz and Robert Mayer.
CBD ACTION COMMITTEE: There was a discussion on a- CBD Action
Committee and iow ��t+will carry out it's plans. The CBD Action
Committee.will take care of details working through the Planning
Camrmissio.i and then to the Village Council.
The following persons are recommended for the CBD Action Committee
and Sub -lommittee:
Stave Wolf
i1n Mielke
ithn Havlik,
E i Dunn
7oi . Klingelhutz i
Harry Pauly✓
Bernard Schneider/
Elsner Aagard
Al Klingelhutz✓"
ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN SUB COMMITTEE: The following persons were
recamen or the Arc tecture SW -Committee:
Tim Stone
Dan Herbst
Jerry Yanish
Elmer-Aagard-
Ann Koltyk 7
T WFIC AND PARKING SUB COMMITTEE: The following people were recommended
Ur the Traffic and Parking Sub Committee:
Arnold Ryba
Francis Klein
Frank Kurvers
Adolph Tessness
9:30 p.m. Meeting Adjourned
Sharon Loechler
Secretary
� pr;_1 30. 1973
"L±nnin- 3ormts9ion
7Till,7e of ^'na.nra,ssen
lhgnhassen, -Ti_nnesota
Dear jommissionersc
?-represen+ P, small group interested in possible purchase of a business
nrop-r+ - located in ^h�nhass^n. TTor..e'ver, refore we conti.nue further with
our plans, we would like your opinions and iudaements re,Yarding our present
plans for the property.
The property is a house located on the north side of the m,in business
street of rh,,nhassen, between the grain elevator --d +he building which
houses the d.---,r1+ist's office, insurance office and beauty s'aon. T+, is curNAn+-
1- owned bv F-Trs. Ray Mingo and other members of her family. ( I do not knoT•r
the legal description.
The attached paces summarize briefly and in roumh form our present
plans for the use of the property if tine were to purchase it together with
sketches of what we are consideri-7 for �--Prance of the property.
I can be reached at vDrk at 925-4300 ^nd at home at 471-9441 , 'We would
'very much appreciate any information that you can ?ive to us which we wl,ll
need to consider in our plans.
Sincerii-,
Sharon ". T-.Tarner
DESCRIPTI ON
I. Interior
Main Floor: Children's Shop-- rooms to be decorated to retain the
turn of the century design already present in the house.
The shop would be primarily for sale of children?s
clothing together with small furnishings such as pictures,
lamps, cradles and wall hangings. Original rooms would
be retained in structure and decorated individually.
Second Floor: Living quarters for one member of the corporation, in-
cluding bedroom, sitting room and kitchen- the property
has previously been used as a duplex.
Basement: Storage space for shop materials and for stock.
II. Exterior
House: minimum additions and changes at present. All would be
done to emphasize the present age of the house and to
retain the turn of the century effect. The only
planned immediate change would include the addition
of shutters and trim together with repairs and cleanup.
Front Yard: left intact as it is presently except for cleanup and
addition of a sign post.
Back Yard: retained as a yard as much as possible- at present this
would involve cleanup and repair. We would like to have
access via the backyard to the outside entrance to the
basement which would be our stack area. We would also
consider it for off street parking should this become
necessary.
These waz ]d be our be ginming plans; we would want to keep the shop small
with a definite character and flavor.
DRUG STORES
GENERAL OFFICES:
TEL. SPmmr. 7-8400
4300 PETERSON AVENUE
March 8, 1973 CHICAGO. ILLINOIS 60646
Mr. Douglas Hansen
President
Hansen & Klingelhutz Construction Inc.
7198 Frontier Trail
Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317
Re: Proposed Store Location
Dear Mr. Hansen:
Thank you for the information on the redevelopment
of the Chanhass_en.Business District.' I would like
to take agood look into this development as we are
not currently serving this Minneapolis area. I hope
that the proposed development will be strong enough
to hold customers and businesses downtown. I am
concerned about future growth and desirable shopping
center locations on the periphery of the business
district. Do you have any information on present
family units or multiple units being built or planned?
This will help our decision.
I hope to discuss this
the end of the month.
information on future
housing units approved
JAR:dp
matter when I arrive around
Please let me know if you have
area development in terms'of
by the Village Trustees.
Sincerely,
i
James A. Reynolds
Regional Manager
Real Estate Department
RHL 3/5/73
PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO CHANHASSEN ZONING ORDINANCE
SECTION 13. CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT.
13.01 Objectives and Definition: The Central Business District, herein-
after sometimes referred to as "CBD", is that geographic area included in the General
Concept Plan for the identral business area as approved by resolution of the Village
Council on the day of 197 The objectives of the following
regulations are:
1. To help as.sure that all uses, new development and construction,
building and site rehabilitation, remodeling, property access,
parking, and pedestrian circulation are in conformity to the
Comprehensive Municipal Plan and the Central Business District
Concept Plan.
2. To help develop and maintain the Central Business District as an
economic, social, and physical asset to the entire Village.
3. To recognize the unique and special problems of the Central Business
District not common to new commercial areas.
4. To help coordinance all private and public development activities
in a manner consistent with the General Concept Plan objectives.
13.02 Uses. Within the Central Business District, the use of buildings or
land shall be permitted only upon the securing of a conditional use permit, including
but without limitation to the following:
1. All new construction requiring a building permit and exceeding
$500.00 in value.
2. All exterior rehabilitation of buildings except normal maintenance.
3. All public improvements.
4. All site changes such as access drives, parking arrangements,
landscaping, and similar changes.
5 . All signs.
6. Such other activities as determined by the Zoning Administrator
which may affect the Central Business District Concept Plan.
The following shall not require a Conditional Use Permit:
1. Interior remodeling except those requiring structural changes and
those involving a new entrance or exit for the building involved.
2. Activities which, as determined by the Zoning Administrator, have
no significant effect upon the Central Business District Concept
objectives.
13.03 Variances. In the consideration of conditional use permit applications
the Village Council may grant variances in the building setback, height, sign, parking,
yard, area, lot width and depth, and other regulations of the Chanhassen Zoning and
Subdivision Ordinances if such variances are found to be consistent with the goals and
objectives of the Comprehensive Municipal Plan and the Central Business District
Concept Plan.
13.04 Procedures. Application for Conditional Use Permits shall be governed
by the provisions of Section 23, Conditional Use Permits, of this ordinance.
13.05 Boundaries of the Central Business District. In addition to those tracts
and parcels of land as shown within the boundaries of the Central Business District on
that certain map entitled "Central Business District" dated _ _ 197 ,
the boundaries. of the Central Business District shall include the following described
tracts and parcels of land:
*BrANDARD
March 1, 1973
Mr. Adolph Tessness
Clerk - Administrator
Village of Chanhassen
Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317
Dear Mr. Tessness:
SS #00709 (5353)
TRUNK HWY. #101 & TRUNK HWY. #5
CHANHASSEN. MINNESOTA
Standard Oil Division
American Oil Company
Western Region
114 East Armour Boulevard
Kansas City, Missouri 64111
816-561-4140
We are pleased to hereby acknowledge receipt of your notice
dated February 12, 1973, together with the ConceptPlan,
Chanhassen Central Business District, Chanhassen, Minnesota.
This company is always excited in new ideas and new concepts
in that our experience has shown that as a community prospers
so do our investments in such communities. A review of your
preliminary land use plan as generated by the Design Planning
Associates, Inc. of Minneapolis, Minnesota, does indicate that
this company by virtue of its service station facility as
located, captioned above, has a vital interest in your Concept
Plan.
In particular, we hereby make inquiry as to whether or not your
Concept Plan has developed to the point whereby your office has
"clearly separated the various functional uses and coordinated
their relationships by zoning, making all incompatible land uses
nonconforming." Please see Paragraph 11 under caption "Other
Basic Plan Proposals." We have taken note of your proposed
meeting dated March 13, 1973.
Yours truly,
W. S. Williams 6 78,g'�
Attorney �p
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Chanhassen - Feb 230 1 3
Technical Memo - Initial Review of Chanhassen OBD Concept- Roads
During 1972, the Minnesota Highway Depart,ient prepared
a report reflecting their problem of funding highways with
the existing gas tax structure. j Realizing their inability
to satisfy the demand for road construction throughout the
Stale, they devised a service level aXOY� classification
for all trunk highways, determined priorities for construct-
ion and indicated a time frame for implementation..
T.H. 5, while recognized as a major trunk (potentiasl ex-
pressway with divided roadways), did not appear as a priority
I (with -in 20 years), or priority II (within 30 years).
Changes in funding would obviously change the time frame,
but it is thought that upgrading is well into the future.
With that in mind, it is probably too far sighted to
anticipate additional right-of-way reservation for general
widwning of the highway, the existing 200 foot RA would
accommodate a divided roadway if no attempt were made to
utilize the existing road. for one direction.
It is reasonable to expect significant improvements to
be made in the form of intersection channelizations and
signalizations, however, and right of way requirements for
these needs can be predicted with reasonable accuracy.
It is noted that the 4WD area required for a highway
interchange is somewhat understated as shown on the 6oncept
Plan drawings, similarly, frontage road set -backs are
affected, at least with the standard diamond interchange
configuration shown. A luernative configurations could be
devised to change this, but further information would be
needed to determine the needs for access to property
beyond the limits of the Concept Plan drawings.
The existing railroad crossing on TH 101 is recognized
as a detriment to the CBD. It is noted that some 700-800
feet east of TH 101, TH 5 is in a substantial out section
which provides ab opportunity for bridging both TH 5 and
the Railroect tracks. Since this fits in with the proposed
alinement of the south frontage road, it is suggested that
this be looked into as a possible future option.
Right of way widths noted on developers proposals for
frontage roads in this area are too narrow (501). The
function of a frontage read in this situation is similar to
that of a minor arterial. Provision for at least one
lane for emergency, parking should be made. Provision for
sidewalks should also be made. Additional width may be
required for drainage ditchs and the like, however these
needs can be satisfied by easements. A discussion of
appropriate right of way widths is needed )before decisions
are made on further development in the area( where YypVX�je
other than local access streets are involved.
.anhassen - Feb 23, 1973
Technical Memo on Review of Buesgens Builders Office Bldg
Check with IVIHD indicates that access has been acquired
along TH 5 except for 33 foot at west end of parcel.
Driveway would have to be adjusted accordingly unless hUID
makes a concession.
Confluence of internal aisles in NW corner is too close
to the RAJ line to permit orderly traffic movement.
Right -of -Way indicated as 501 for frontage road along
the Railroad track. This is inadequate for function of road
which should have at least a 341 top and provision for a
sidewalkV on one side. Further discussion needed on
R/Pr width requirements for various function roads.
Sketch overlay indicates building could be rotated to
be parallel with railroad and satisfy the requirements
as I see them. Parking capacity maintained. An additional
plus is building would be orientdd to the sun in a wad thAt
would reduce the afternoon heat problem in the suiimer.
North -South road shown on the east side of the develop-
ment is also inadequate in width of proposed R/W. A width
of 70 feet would be more appropriate. Additional width
may be required at the intersection to accommodate future
channelization.
The proposed location of the frontage road intersection
with the north -south road is too close to the railroad
crossing for effective signalization of the railroad crosing.
SCHOELL & MAOSON, INC.
ENGINEERS AND SURVEYORS
WILLIAM D. SCHOELL CARLISLE MADSON PHONE 938-7601 • 50 NINTH AVENUE SOUTH • HOPKINS, MINNESOTA 55343
February 23, 1973
Village of Chanhassen
c/o Mr. Adolph Tessness, Administrator
Box 147
Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317
Subject: Railroad Crossing in Frontier Development Park.
Gentlemen:
We checked by telephone with Mr. Nelson of the Minnesota Public Service
Department about the above named project. He informed us that a petition
made out by the Village and signed by the Council, accompanied by a map,
which is enclosed, if sent to the Public Service Department would start the
proceedings to have this crossing opened.
The Public Service Department would contact the Railroad Company and
set up a hearing date on this matter. He assured us that it would take a
minimum time of two months to resolve this question.
Your petition should be addressed as follows:
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enclosure
State of Minnesota
Public Service Department
400 State Office Building
St. Paul, Minnesota 55155
Attention: Mr. Lawrence Anderson, Secretary.
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VILLAGE OF C HANHAS SE N
CARVER AND HENNEPIN COUNTIES, MINNESOTA
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ON PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF
CHANHASSEN ZONING ORDINANCE
AND
COMPREHENSIVE MUNICIPAL PLAN
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the Planning Commission of the Village
of Chanhassen, Minnesota, will meet on Tuesday, the 13th day of March,
1973, at 7:30 p.m. , at the Village Hall in said Village for the purpose of
holding a public hearing on the proposed amendment of the Chanhassen
Zoning Ordinance as follows:
1. To consider the adoption of Section 13, Central
Business District, as an amendment to the
Chanhassen Zoning Ordinance, and
2. To rezone as the Central Business District, under
said proposed Section 13, those tracts or parcels of
land which lie within the boundaries of the area
designated as "Central Business District" as shown
on that certain map dated February 15, 1973,
marked Exhibit A, and published herewith.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN That the Planning Commission will meet at
the same time and place for the purpose of holding a public hearing on the pro-
posed amendment of the Comprehensive Municipal Plan to include therein a
district to be known as the "Central Business District" and involving the
above described tracts or parcels of land. Said public hearings shall be
consolidated as one hearing.
A copy of the proposed Section 13, Central Business District,
is available for inspection at the Village Hall.
All persons interested may appear and be heard at said time
and place.
Dated: February 1,Z_, 1973.
BY ORDER OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
Cl k-Administrator
Publish February 22, 1973 in the Carver County Sun
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VILLAGE OF CHANHASSEN
CARVER AND HENNEPIN COUNTIES
MINNESOTA
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ON PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF
CHANHASSEN ZONING ORDINANCE
AND
COMPREHENSIVE MUNICIPAL PLAN
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the Planning Commission of the
Village of Chanhassen, Minnesotav will meet on Tuesday, the 13th
day of March, 1973, at 7:30 p.m., at the Village Hall of said
Village for the purpose of holding a public hearing on the proposed
amendment of the Chanhassen Zoning Ordinance as follows:
1. To consider the adoption of Section 13, Central
Business District, as an amendment to the Chanhassen
Zoning Ordinance, and
2. To rezone as the Central Business District, under
said proposed Section 13, those tracts or parcels of
land which lie within the boundaries of the area
designated as "Central Business District" as shown on that
certain map dated February 15, 1973, marked Exhibit A,
and published herewith.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN That the Planning Commmission will meet
at the same time and place for the purpose of holding a public hearing
on the proposed amendment of the Comprehensive Municipal Plan to include
therein a district to be known as the "Central Business District" and
involving the above described tracts or parcels of land. Said public
hearings shall be consolidated as one hearing.
A copy of the proposed Section 13, Central Business
District, is available for inspection at the Village Hall.
All persons interested may appear and be heard at said
time and place.
BY ORDER OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
Adolph Tessness, Clerk -Administrator
Dated: February 12, 1973
Published February 22, 1973 in the Carver County Sun.
RUSSELL H. LARSON
ATTORNEY AT LAW
IJOO FIRST NATIONAL BANK BUILDING
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55402
February 9, 1973
Mr. Adolph Tessness, Clerk -Administrator
Box 147
Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317
Re: Central Business District
Dear Adolph,
TELEPHONE
335--95G5
Attached please find Notice of Public Hearing on the proposed amendment
of the Chanhassen Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Municipal Plan
to incorporate the Central Business District into the plan and to amend
the Zoning Ordinance to include new Section 13, Central Business District.
Please arrange to have the notice published not less than 10 days nor more
than 30 days prior to the date of hearing on March 13, 1973. The attached
map showing the Central Business District should be reduced in size and
published as Exhibit "A" with the notice.
In addition to published notice, mailed notice of the hearing must be given to
the following:
a. All land owners within the proposed Central Business
District as shown on the map, making necessary
ownership corrections where indicated.
b. All land owners within 200 feet of the boundary of the
proposed Central Business District.
As you will note, the map does not reflect, in all instances, the current owners
of the parcels within and outside of the district, and care will have to be taken
to ascertain these parties. I note, for example, that the Loretta Kelm ownership
is not shown on the map.
Within the next few days I shall furnish you with a proposed draft of Section 13,
Central Business District, in order that it will be available for inspection at
the Village Hall. 6
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Russell H. Larson
RHL:b Chanhassen Village Attorney
cc Council Members; Carl R. Dale
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Mr. Adolph Tessness
Village Clerk -Administrator
Village of Chanhassen
Chanhassen, Minnesota
Dear Mr. Tessness:
At the regular monthly meeting of the Chanhassen Chamber
of Commerce held on September 26, 1972, the Chamber
unanimously approved a resolution endorsing the basic
concept of the plan for the Central Business District of
Chanhassen prepared by Design Planning Associates, Inc.,
and which was presented in detail to the Chamber at a
meeting on May 31, 1972.
Very truly yours,
C. M. Schneider
Secretary
127ME W VDAMSHOVAL
04PDESIGN PLANNING ASSOCIATES, INC.
GENTLEMEN:
WE ARE SENDING YOU Attached Under separate cover via_— ----the following:
Shop drawings Prints Reports Specifications
Originals Sepias
COPY TO:
TES, INC.
If enclosures are not as noted, kindly notify us at once.
VILLAGE OF CHANHASSEN
Central Business District Study
Gen.eralized Guide Plan Updating
August, 197.2
DESIGN PLANNING ASSOCIATES, INC.
Planning, Arthitecture,-Graphics
4826 Chicago Avenue
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55417.
Page
INTRODUCTION ........................................... 1
EXISTING CONDITIONS ......... ...................'.......^.. 1
THE CBD ENVIRONMENT........ ... 4
SUMMARY OF RENEWAL -PLAN ............. 5
LandUse ........................................... 5
Traffic and Circulation ............................... 5
Other Basic Plan Proposals 7
Policy Statement g
Proposed Improvement Projects 10
PLAN IMPLEMENTATION ...................................... . '12
CONCLUSION ................................................ 14
MAPS & PLANS
AERIAL PHOTO OF CBD ... 3
PRELIMINARY LAND USE PLAN 6
POTENTIAL CONCEPT PLAN 8
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS ............................ 11
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INTRODUCTION
The Central Business District of Chanhassen consists of the
old and the new in a mixture of uses. T.his mixture _may or
may not remain viable and competitive as new commercial
developments occur in the future. The objective of this
current study has been to determine if some type of renova-
tion or change is needed to help the area realize its fullest
potential.
It is hoped that time principles, goals, and objectives
advanced in this report will be carefully considered. The
building of a better Downtown, a Downtown exciting and
enjoyable to shop and work in, will require more than the
cooperation and efforts of all concerned, as essential as
this may be, it will also require a sensitive understanding
for and development of the Concept Plan as outlined in this
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EXISTING CONDITIONS
The area at present can best be described as a multi -functional
area which contains public; convenience shopping, entertainment,
housing, institutional, general commercial, financial, and
other uses which combined, might be considered as the "Downtown"
or "Central Business District". It is a mixture of the old and
the new which as resulted in several problems of concern.
Some major observations concerning the area are as follows:
a) Due to certain structural and environmental deficiencies,
the competitive ability of the area could be threatened by
new commercial developments in the community. Further
deterioration could result and "urban blight" could be a
problem for the entire commi,unit.y as well as the immediate
and adjacent areas.
b) The entrances to the area'are not especially attractive nor
do they provide a proper "image" or identification impression.
c) Many parking areas and access drives are ill-defined and lack
curb and gutter.
d) There is a general lack of suitable landscaping and screening
between incompatible land uses.
e) Certain older areas are almost totally.uninviting to pedestri-
ans; contain improper mixtures of uses, and contain exterior
storage and land uses not conducive to a "shopping" area.
f) Business, advertising, and identification signs should be
coordinated.
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b) The entrances to the area are not especially attractive nor
do they provide a proper "image" or identification impression.
c) Many parking areas and access drives are ill-defined and lack
curb and gutter.
d) There is a general lack of suitable landscaping and screening
between incompatible land uses.
e) Certain older areas are almost totally uninviting to pedestri-
ans; contain improper mixtures of uses, and contain exterior
storage and land uses not conducive to a "shopping" area.
f) Business, advertising, and identification signs should be
coordinated.
g) The general "image" of the area'one of being an "old"
commercial district reflecting a lack of community growth
rather than response to a suburban growth situation.
h) While the Frontier development area is good, its environmental
setting is not complimentary nor is it likely that the surround-
ing businesses share the traffic generated to the fullest
extent possible.
i) Parking is a problem during certain hours and days of the week.
j) There are no poles of interest which would tend to create
pedestrian circulation throughout the area and thus increase
impulse buying and "shopper" trips.
The following environmental factors were considered as important
in the evaluation of the Downtown environmental situation:
a) Overall visual impression of buildings and property, i.e.
degree of cleanliness or litter, how well maintained or
unkept, were all considered
b) Sounds, i.e. these can range from pleasing sounds such as
church bells or fog horns to irritating and harsh sounds
like loud mufflers or factory noises
c) Smoke, dust, smog, and stench as they affect the environment.
d) Traffic congestion, inadequate parking, and improper land uses
were also considered in an environmental context in addition
to their affect .on the development of a Downtown .Plan
e) Green Spaces
f) Structures in sound, deteriorating, or dilapidated state of
condition.
The aerial photograph on the following page shows the core of the
Central Business District as it. exists today. For identification
purposes the major streets and the Frontier complex have been
identified.
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THE CBD ENVIRONMENT
It is proposed that an organized, well -planned Downtown be
established to maximize shopper/visitor convenience/interest
and minimize traffic/pedestrian conflicts. This will require:
a} Street and parking improvements on an area -wide basis.
b) The development of a uniform easily understandable system
of directional graphics for Downtown. Too often visitors
become confused and disorientated when visiting a strange town
which leads to disappointment and frustration and an unwilling-
ness to return. Indicating clearly to visitors where parking,
shops, and entertainment are located, provides visitors with
an incentive to stop, shop and return in the future. While
the revised street system should help considerably to move
traffic to its destination, an improved street layout will
not do it -alone and consequently a uniform system of signing/
banners/etc. is advised.
c) Creation of an environment conducive to attracting "shoppers"
in larger 'numbers. Shoppers are persons who purchase several
items taking an hour or more of time as contrasted to the
quick stop convenience item purchaser. This is done primarily
by appealing to shopping desires of women; some of the
methods proposed are:
1. Creation of an atmosphere in which it is "fun" to shop
and which creates a desire to become a pedestrian in
the area.
2. Elimination, to the extent possible, all evidence of
deterioration, ugliness, dirt and grime, inconveniences,
hazards, and the like.
3. Creation of shopper conveniences, all weather protection,
convenient and ample parking, attractive street furniture,
: smooth vehicular and pedestrian traffic flow, available
rest rooms, attractive rest areas, landscaping, and
similar amenities and conveniences..
It is proposed that an architectural theme be adopted and
enforced to capture and maintain the historical charm of the
area. Contemporary architecture in many cases cannot be
compatible with the existing character of Downtown,no.r can
it hope to create an environment competitive with that of
coordinated new shopping center developments.
d) It is proposed that several areas be cleared of existing
structures to make way for new uses and buildings. This
would be "selective" clearance of comparatively small areas
and this maybe done by private or public interests. It.is
recommended that the Village buy and clear land for new
development.only if private enterprise does not respond to
the Plan proposals. It is the intent here to create confidence
in the future of Downtown so as to promote added private
investments with a minimal amount of public direction and
financial participation.
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SUMMARY OF RENEWAL PLAN
The basic renewal plan for the CBD is shown on the.overall Land Use
Plan and the Potential Concept Plan which zeroes in on the "core area"
of existing development. It is suggested that these plans "along
with this report be.adopted as an official amendment to, or part
of, your Official Guide Plan. The. Plan may be subject to con-
siderable change as conditions warrant; however, this is considered
a necessary and healthy part of the long range planning -process.
The major elements of the Plan are discussed in more detail- below.
Land Use
The major proposals concerning land use are shown on the Preliminary
Land Use Plan. The use designations follow the zoning districts
as establ.ished in the present zoning ordinance, and do not deviate
in any major extent from existing zoning or guide plans..
Traffic-& Circulation
The major proposals concerning traffic and circulation are outlined.
below.:
1) Continue and concentrate efforts in coordinating State Highway
Department plans for Highway.#5.
2) Work for development of a west -bound off ramp from Highway #5
at the intersection with Great Plains Blvd. (existing Highway.101)..
This would include and east -bound on ramp to Highway#5 from
this same location'if at all possible. -
3) Eliminate present access from Highway #5 at Dakota Ave: on.the
east edge of town. This intersection and access point`shou'ld
be moved eastward to the section line or the point where the
small access road does south to the Metro Sewer Board property.
4) Eliminate any access directly to Highway #5 from the under- g
developed industrial south of the CBD'and railroad tracks.
The desirable circulation pattern would be back n4rth, across
th'e.tracks along the west side of Animal F.air to an intersection
with West 78th Street.
5) Frontage roads along Highway #5 should maintain at least a
400-500 foot spacing from the proposed interchanges at'County
Road 17 and new Highway 101.
6) Two new 50 foot local streets 'are suggested to allow for more
intensive development of the CBD.
A) One connecting West 78th St. and Chan View at the west of
the existing mill.
B) One in back of the Frontier Complex starting at Great
Plains Blvd., continuing west and eventually swinging north
to an intersection with West 78th Street.
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7) Eliminating Laredo Drive as a collector and designating a new
road immediately to the west of the Village Hall and School as
this collector.
8) Traffic congestion from the dinner theater does occur during.peak
hours and it is recommended that these be alleviated. Several
items have been proposed as interim and long range solutions by
a special Committee. None of these suggestions are in conflict
with the CBD plan and a solution.is necessary for continued
upgrading of the CBD.
9) Rapid or Mass Transit - Continued studies are underway in the
Metropolitan area which should be kept .abreast of at all times.
In respect to the CBD it is recommended that if the existing
railroad right-of-way should become part of a future transit
system., that the Village try to develop a transit station along
this right-of-way somewhere between its intersectionwith
West 78th Street at the north and Highway 45 on the south.,
Other Basic Plan Proposals
1. Installation of a clearly marked pedestrian path or
trail meandering through the Downtown connecting
various points of interest including historical aspects
of the environment.
2. Improvement of all pedestrianways by installation of
adequate street furniture (benches, attractive trash
recepticles; ornamental street lighting, specially
designed traffic signals and signs, planter boxes, and
the like). Where possible, pedestrian flow should be
maintained from building to building within blocks for
all -weather protection.
3. While no full-scale pedestrian malls are proposed, several
"mini" or "pocket" parks are recommended to add green
spaces, pedestrian amenities, and utilize land in a
more efficient manner. The length and severity of Minne-
sota winters hinders the year -around effectiveness of ex-
pensive full-scale malls, especially in case of smaller
communities where the investment of such large amounts
of money could be put to better uses, i.e- street furniture,
planter boxes, improved lighting, etc.
4. Most block interiors could be more effectively and more
fully utilized; certain areas lend themselves to interior
pedestrian as well as the usual street orientation.
5. All existing alleys and open spaces between buildings s
should be greatly improved to present a better appearance
and be inviting to pedestrian movements.
6. Further development of the Downtown should recognize
the various functions (retail, financial, general office,
housing, entertainment, etc.) to avoid improper mixtures
that detract from the full economic potential of'proper
locations. Certain non -retail uses should be encouraged
to leave the Downtown for better locations and to make
room for expansion of more appropriate and intense
activities.
PLAN IMPLEMENTATION .
A plan for. Downtown Chanhassen is of little value if it cannot
or will not be implemented. To be implemented, a plan must be
practical and economically feasible. Futher, there must be the
desire and leadership to take the steps necessary to attain the
objectives outlined in the planning program.
Some basic objectives of the Downtown Plan are:
a) Retain and enhance the competitive ability of commercial
activities
b) Remove instances of structural and environmental deterioration
and blight
c) Eliminate those land uses which are not compatible with a
"Downtown" situation and can be located elsewhere to the mutual
advantage of the Downtown and the uses relocated
d) Provide room for expanding and new uses compatible with the
goals of a healthy downtown.
e) Provide a sound and exciting environment for shopping,
.working, living, and enjoyment of leisure time
f) Provide for a stronger employment and tax'base
An attempt has been made to develop a practical and economically
feasible plan for the development and maintenance of Downtown
Chanhassen. It is suggested that primary objectives can be
attained within a period of about five years provided the necessary
steps are taken promptly and energetically.
Some of the steps to be are as follows:
a) Plan Review
The Plan should be carefully reviewed by various participating
and affected parties prior to any formal and official action
to adopt the Plan. A period of about thirty (30) days should
be allowed for review of the plan.
b) Public Hearing
A public hearing should be conducted on the Plan following
its review. The purposes of the public hearing would be
as follows:
1. Present the plan to the general public
2. Show need and justification for renewal plans and
establish required evidence to support public participation.
3. Obtain public reaction, comments, and suggestions.
c) Plan Modification and Adoption
The Plan should be amended as may be deemed desirable
following results of the public hearing.
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d) Explore Financing Methods
It is not recommended that the project be a typical Federal
Aid endeavor for a variety of reasons including the lack of
available Federal funds, time involved, "red tape", loss of
local control, and the belief that such funding is not
essential nor necessary to the satisfactory attainment of the
desired objectives. Rather, it is recommended that a variety
of public funding methods be utilized and that considerable
reliance be placed upon private initiative and resources.
It may be possible, however, to utilize Federal financial aid
for certain aspects of the project including public housing
for the aged, flood controls, waterfront improvemtns,
pedestrian amenities, and others. Certain State Aids may
also be available.
.There are various local financing methods available for
consideration:
1. Tax Anticipation Bonding (payment of bonds from increased
project tax return resulting from new development
2. Special Benefit tax districts
3. Limited mill levy for renewal purposes
4. Normal assessment practices
5. Heavy reliance upon private enterprise to accomplish
major portions of the plan
6. Special Rate Rehabilitation Loans - Pooled source of loans
from financial institutions
e) Select Initial Projects and Set Priorities and Timetables
f) Zoning
The total renewal project area should be designated as a
special zoning district to require a special use permi-t for
all developments in the Downtown Area. A special use permit
should be required for all improvements exceeding $500.00
in value for the following reasons:
1. Assure compliance with ren'ewal plan
2. Enforce architectural "theme" requirements
3. Prevent undesired developments on land scheduled for
acquisition for another purpose
4. Provide for review of developments by the public and the
renewal area land owners and tenants.
g) Further Planning
Certain planning studies must be conducted in greater detail
if the renewal effort is to proceed in an efficient and
coordinated manner. Special studies are needed in the follow-
ing areas:
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1. Individual project details
2. Road system (engineering and traffic)
3. Parking (vacancy, turnover, generation, time limits, etc.)
4. Street, sidewalk, trail design (pedestrian amenities)
5. Architectural treatment
h) Relocation
Certain uses may be requested to move from their present
location and a few may be displaced by renewal action. It
will be the responsibility of the Village to assist those
displaced to find new and suitable locations. A relocation
service should .be established consisting of real estate,
financial, welfare, and other interests who have the necessary
knowledge and ability to coordinate needed efforts. Immedi-
ately begin working with service stations, lumber yards, and
car dealerships to find new sites outside of the core area
of the Downtown.
i) Rehabilitation
Many buildings, even though old shall remain but should be
improved in various ways. Preferably, such design work should
be commissioned by the land owners and tenants affected under
general guidance of the over-all Plan concepts.
j) Parking and Zoning
Establish a zone in which new developments need not
provide their own parking and in which, by public policy, it
shall be a public responsibility to provide off-street park-
ing requirements.
k) Enforcement Policy
Many older buildings should be remodeled or at the very least
given a fresh coat of paint. The Village should establish
a policy of encouraging rehabilitation by not overly enforcing
building, plumbing, electrical, fire, and other codes which
would render some such rehabilitation economically unsound
or tend to discourage rehabilitation when expensive require-
ments are enforced as provisiohs of a building permit.
CONCLUSION
The renewal plan is structured to obtain maximum results from a
minimum of public effort, control, and expense. Public planning
and coordination along with selective and limited public projects
should be expected to produce renewed interest, confidence, and
substantial new private investments in the Central Business
District. Also, the program is structured to be of little or no
cost to the average taxpayer in Chanhassen. In fact, the
program is designed to produce a net tax asset to the Community
as well as a pleasant environment and source of civic pride.
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7. The plan calls for a series of relatively small and
scattered improvements rather than large scale clearance
or other disruptive renewal actions. This approach can
show significant results in a period of about five years
with a minimum of disruption and a miximum of private
investment and development.
8. Future Downtown development should be of the highest
quality possible. A high quality environment will excite
people to return to shop, vacation and live. An environ-
ment of inferior quality will discourage tourist visits
and large scale capital investments. The construction
of buildings lacking in high architectural value, will
only serve to produce a sterile Downtown while the build-
ing of high quality structures will enhance Downtown's
image and serve to set a standard of architectural
excellence for later builders.
9. The careful phasing of Downtown improvement projects
.so that necessary improvements and alterations are installed
at the appropriate times. As an example, all storm and
sanitary sewer line installations coupled with the burying
of telephone and electrical service cables should be done
prior to the repair of street and alley surfacing.
10. Preservation of all buildings that are structurally
sound and that can be utilized in some manner.
11. Expansion of Civic Center according to a detailed,
long-range plan.
12. Encouragement of high -volume sales development away
from but connecting with the lower volume "specialty"
shopping area.
13. Clearly separate the various functional uses and co-
ordinate their relationships; by zoning, make all
incompatible land uses non -conforming.
14. Create "poles of interest" that provide for parked cars,
pedestrians, and shoppers for the entire area.
15. By landscaping, screening, and other plan features -
reduce the visual and actual conflicts between the
commercial area and nearby residential uses.
16. Utilize "strategic" parking scattered about the area
in accordance with a detailed parking need survey rather
than the large, typical shopping center type lots.
Pol icy Statement
Downtown's basic character is of a late 19th Century town and most
attempts at eenovation have been in this direction. The current
architectural "mood" in many new developments is Slanted toward
the rustic or quaint approach and Chanhassen is in a favorable
position to follow this trend. In this regard itis suggested that
an official policy statement regarding architectural materials be
adopted as part of this report. This would include use of rustic
materials, natural woods, earth tone colors to the maximum extent
possible in all future or renovated structures in the Central
Business District.
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To maximize the effectiveness of such a policy statement.it may be
desirable to include this as part of a special CBD zoning district
if such is adopted or enacted in future months. (See item F under
PLAN.IMPLEMENTATION.)
Proposed Improvement Projects
The. following plan indicates eeveral sub areas of the core area of
the existing CBD that could move ahead with basic improvements
-somewhat independently. Several items requiring action .'by. both public
and private enterprise are indicated. The Frontier complex itself.
has not been designated as an improvement area, although in actuality -
it is. The basic difference is that it is controlled by one owner.
However, the same degree of cooperation between both the private
and public sector must exist here if the CBD is to move ahead,.
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To: John Ne MEMORANDUM
CHANH V eaux,
ASCha i Ian SEN From: PLANNING COMMISSION J. E.
CENTRAL
7 ke, Chairman
RAL BUSINESS DISTRICT PLANNING ING COMMITTEE
The CentrMinutes of Cgp Committee Meeting of June 29, 1972
the al Business
Committee Me en his trio
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Design attendance were Herb E. Mielke June
Blomber Those in on 9
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Y Paule Charlie were Planning
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tributed at thechairman 1972, letter a attendee a various points
of the commissi t0 the chairman This
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June 27, 1972, PlanningCBpsed Procedure
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general air was one of optimism and _
equally, and following is a represeri_
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the railroad was discussed
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adjacent to the Highway 5
widened. This type of c ro
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(2) The overall parking plan a.
with detailed parking s u r N.P--
and location of parking.
owners in the plan whose
lot. The planner discuss
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overall central business
land exchanges between pr
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businesses.
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(7) It was suggested that significant geographical features currently
in existence in Chanhassen should be included and clearly labeled
on the planning map so that people reviewing the CBD plan maps
can easily relate them to the current village layout.
As a summary to this meeting, Mr. Dale reviewed some of the various financing
techniques used in other villages that he has been associated with as a planner.
He indicated, though, that any taxing or financing techniques used should be
worked out in a series of public hearings once the overall concept plan is
approved. These financing techniques could include tax anticipation bonding,
limited mill1evies designated for renewal land owners, special benefit tax
districts, and even federal financing. The planner also made a strong recom-
mendation to those present that if the plan is to work, it will require strong
backing by the business leaders in the community. He suggested that a list of
businessmen who support the plan should be prepared for use prior to the public
hearing.
The CBD committee members at this meeting then verbally indicated that Mr. Dale
should proceed with work on the CBD brochure so that it might be reviewed by
the Planning Commission.
JEMielke
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4826 Chicagc Averse So. Minneapolis, Minnesota 55417 Phone: (612) 822-2106
MEMORANDUM
June 26, 1972
To: Jim Mielke, Chairman
Central Business District Committee
From: Design Planning Associates, Inc.
Subject: Procedures for Implementing Downtown Plan
Generally, a step-by-step, action program produces the best results
provided all the steps are covered. This approach seems to work in
that it results in attaining a series of separate objectives, all of
which lead to the ultimate goal.
We have tentatively set aside Thursday night to meet with your group
should you so desire as we discussed by telephone. If meeting is
set, please inform me of the time and place.
The basic steps to be taken are generally outlined in our report to
you dated May, 1972. We would suggest the following steps be taken
to generally aim at the total package:
1. Distribute the plan for general review by all who may be interested
and/or affected. This would include the merchants, land owners,
civic groups, Highway Department, Village Council, and others.
(A map version of reduced scale should accompany our report to
graphically illustrate the ideas presented.)
2. Following a reasonable review period, the Planning Commission
should consider the plan as an amendment or addition to the
existing Village Plan. Following general agreement to a plan
by the Planning Commission, it should be presented informally
to the Village Council and discussed with them.
3. Following Council briefing, a public hearing should be scheduled
to present the plan to the public. The Village Attorney should
be consulted as to the procedures since there is considerable
doubt in my mind as to the legal requirements in this type of
case where we may or may not proceed under Statutes governing
"urban renewal projects" as such. Even the legal procedures
for amending or adding to a Village Plan are not clear to me.
The question is primarily one of determining if the public hearing
should be conducted by the Planning Commission or Village Council.
4. Following the public hearing, the current plan or modified version
should be officially adopted by the Planning Commission and
Council.
5. Study should then proceed on the following:
a) Alternative financing methods.
b) Selection of initial projects, setting of priorities,
and timetables for further steps to be taken.
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April 3,1972
MEMORANDUM
TO: Chanhassen Planning Commission
FROM: Dan Herbst
SUBJ: Central Business District
On March 28th, 1972 at the regular Planning Commission we
spent some time discussing our central business district
study with our planner David Nelson. After this meeting a
thought occurred to me relative to a future consideration
for housing the aged in Chanhassen. Initially it seems to be
somewhat counterproductive to talk about housing in a central
business district, but Chanhassen has some unique character-
istics which may lend itself to planning for housing for
senior citizens within the central business district itself
or on the periphery of the district. During the morning hours
in Chanhassen the senior citizens of our community are most
evident, They can be seen walking on our sidewalks to early
morning church services, going to the pharmacy, grocery store,
laundromat and going into Paull.y's or Jerry's for an early
libation. In a way, our community with its still unique
small town business core is extremely convenient for these
people.
In David Nelson's memo of March 28, 1972 he makes reference
to the old Village Hall and the parking space surrounding
this building. I am not familiar with the size of this parcel
but a consideration might be given to exchanging this property
for some property on the peripheral of the CBD for property
which could be used for housing the aged.
I have enclosed some copies of a Metropolitan Council Housing
Report from last fall which places some emphasis on the needs
of housing the aged. It also indicates on page 2 of this
report that Hopkins has established an architectural review
committee to evaluate new construction. The CBD committee may
have some interest in determining how this committee functions.
In December of 1971 the Metropolitan Council also completed a
detailed report on Municipal Housing Profile. I have xeroxed
the figures relative to the housing data for the Metro area and
specifically for the housing data as it relates to Chanhassen.
I believe Adolf would have a copy of this housing report if
anyone was interested in studying it in more detail. If not,
I have a copy which I would be happy to lend out.
.)ESIGN, PLANNING ASSOCIATES, INC.
4826 Chicago Avenue So. Minneapolis, Minnesota 55417 Phone: f612) 822-2106
February 16, 1972
Mr. Adolph Tessness
P.O. Box 147
Chanhassen, Minnesota
Dear Adolph:
Please find enclosed two base
map has been expanded to go as
Chanhassen line. The plan of
from the half section maps and
it if you could take a look at
corrections or additions. If
be helpful if you could write
establishments also.
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maps on the CBD Study. The large
far east as the Eden Prairie/
the heart of the CBD was compiled
aerial mosaics. I would appreciate
it and see if there are any
so just mark them in red. It would
in the names of the existing
As far as general work goes, I'm having lunch today at my office
with Eden Prairie's planner, and next week Mr. Wittenberg from
Nason's office is coming over to leave any of their maps and
background material with us.
We'll be looking forward to receiving the marked up half section
maps from you in the Red Cedar Point Study also.
Sincerely,
;DJIVfiPLANNING SSOCIATES, INC.
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David Lee Nelson, AIA
Planner
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Enclosures
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CITY OF CHANHASSEN
CARVER AND HENNEPIN COUNTIES, MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO. 47 -A
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 19. 10(1) , and 19. 16(1) , OF THE CHANHASSEN
ZONING ORDINANCE AND ADDING THERETO SECTIONS 10.10(1) , 12. 12(1) , 13,
19.18, 19.19, 23.06(5) and z3,10.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF CHANHASSEN ORDAINS:
S£;CTION 1. Sections 19. 10(1) , and 19. 16(1) , of Ordinanco No. 47 entitled, "i' :;
Chanhassen 'Zoning Ordinance", adopted February 8, 1972, are hereby amend--d to
read as follows:
Section 19 . 10 MovinQ , Alteration or Wreckinn of Structures.
1. Buildings or structures moved into or witiAn tnu City ;:shall
comply with the provisions of this ordinance and the Chanhassen Building
Code for new buildings or structures . A permit shall be required to rnov--
buildings or structures into the City, and any such permit may prescribe
conditions and restrictions regulating any such move.
Section 19.16 Outside Storage in Residential Districts.
1. The outside storage of recreational equipment is prot.iuit-:i
in front and side yards in all residential zoning districts; except If
the rear yard of a zoning lot is inaccessibla or physically unsuitubl: , suca
storage may be permitted in one side yard only of said zoning lot As
as practicable to the side of the principal structure on said lot; providl -d
further, that any such side yard storage area shall not be adjacent tc u
street. Not permitted for storage by tnis section are vehicles and
ational equipment not originally constructed for recreational use.
a. For the purposes of this ordinance, recreational
equipment shell include the following:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Boats and canoes
Snowmobiles
All terrain vehicles
Trailers for the transportation of the above
All motor vehiclips , either self-propelled or
gapable of being towed and designed, con-
structed, Qr usod to provide temporary,
movable living quarters for recreational use.
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SECTION 2= Secti.ons 10.10, j2.12, 19 $tad 23 of ordinance No. 47 eratitir:d,
"The Chanhassen Zoning Ordinance" , adopted February 8, 1974, µre hereby
amended by adding thereto the following subsections to read as follows:
Section 10. 10 Boundaries of the C-2 Commercial District,
The boundaries of the 0-4 Commercial pistrict shall includi� t1aa
following described tracts and parcels of land:
1. The Northerly 420 feet of the Westerly 10 acres of t.q,:A
part of the Northwest Quarter of the Nortnwest Quarter lying North of
the Northwesterly right-of-way line of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul
& Pacific, Railroad Company and South of the South line of County Roud
No. 16, in Section 13, Township 116, Range 23 West, Carver County,
Minnesota.
Section 12, 112 3oundaries of the I-1 industrial District.
Tha boundaries of the I-1 Industrial District shall include the
following described tracts and parcels of land;
1 , The Southerly 480 feet of the Westerly 10 acres of triut
part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter lying Norte of ::e
Nortnwastdrly right-of-way line of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. PaLl
& Pacific Railroad Company and South of the South line of County Roan
No. 16, in Section 13, Township 116, Range 23 West, Carver County,
Minnesota.
Section 19, 18 Deposit for Costs.
Prior to consideration by the Council, Planning Coniinission,
any City official of an application for a variance, conditiunal use
rezoning, or any determination relevant to trio administration,
or eazforcement of this ordinance, the Zoning Administrator may requir,:. t.:
applicant to deposit with the Pity funds estimated by the Zoning A�::;►::�is-
trator to be sufficient to defray all City expense in processing said
application', including, but without limitation to, City staff administr4tior,
costs, and engineering, ploaOing, legal, and soil consultants' fees. Any
balance of said deposit remaining after completion of procaedings cn the
application shall be rQfypdpd to to� applicant.
Section 19.19 Rszonina and Conditional tJse Notices.
Notwithstanding oriy pp%pp on of this ordinance to the contrary,
notice of public heari4q.$ 9;1 r#pontIng.apd conditional usa applioatio+ls
shall be mailed at 1*,aAt ten, (j.0)'"+daY gfore the cloy of �nY such h Grinq
4. Proximity Factor Z
Establish two or three zones based upon distance from the parking lot.
Individual Assessment z = hi (by zone)
area of land in square feet
= dollar assessment for each square foot
(different value for each zone: example,
Zone 1 - 65�, Zone 2 - 20�, and Zone 3 -
5�)*
* Zone values are variable depending on size of districts and physical
characteristics of the total CBD.
The important fact in utilizing the assessment formula is to realize that it
involves a reverse mathematical procedure wherein P (Total project cost)
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PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO
VILLAGE OF CHANHASSEN ZONING REGULATIONS
Add the following:
"CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT"
For scussion Purposes Only -
A. Definition: The Central Business District is that geographic
area included in the General Redevelopment Concept Plan for
the Central area as approved by resolution of the Village
Council on the __day of ,1972.
B. Purpose: The purposes of these regulations are as follows:
1. To help assure that all uses, new development and construction,
building and site rehabilitation, remodeling, property access,
parking, and pedestrian circulation are in conformity to the
Comprehensive Municipal Plan and the Central Business District
Redevelopment Plan.
2. To help develop and maintain the Central Business District as
an economic, social, and physical asset to the entire Village.
3. To recognize the unique and special problems of the Area not
common to new commercial areas such as shopping centers.
4. To help coordinate all private and public development activities
in a manner consistent with plan and redevelopment objectives.
5. To provide an opportunity for all land owners and tenants to
be aware of and comment upon all significant activities and
development which may collectively affect the well-being of
the area as a whole.
C. Regulations
1. The Central Business District zoning regulations are in addition
to rather than in lieu of the regular Zoning District(s) except
as modified herein.
2. The following shall require a Special Use Permit;:
a) All new construction requiring a building permit and
exceeding $500.00 in Value.
b) All exterior rehabilitation of buildings except normal
maintenance.
c) All public improvements.
d) All site changes such as access drives, parking arrange-
ments, landscaping, and similar changes.
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e) All new signs (business, advertising, identification,
directional, or other permanent signs).
f) Such other activities as determined by the Zoning
Administrator which may affect the Central Business
District Redevelopment Plan.
3. The following items shall not require a Special Use Permit:
a) Interior remodeling except those requiring structural
changes and those involving a new entrance or exit for
the building involved.
b) Activities which, as determined by the Zoning Administrator,
have no significant affect upon the Redevelopment Plan
objectives.
4. Normal building setback, height, use, parking, sign, and other
regular conditions and restrictions contained in the Zoning
Regulations may be waived by the Village Council if such waiver
is found to be consistent with goals and objectives of the
Comprehensive Municipal Plan and the Central Business District
Redevelopment Plan.
5. In granting a Special Use Permit, the Village Council may
impose conditions and restrictions as deemed necessary. The
Council may grant special use permits if such permits are
considered consistent with the Village's goals and policies for
development and maintenance of the Central Business District.
Procedures
1. The applicant for a Special Use Permit shall fill out a form
from the Zoning Administrator and submit such site and/or
building plans as requested. There shall be no fee charged for
such application.
2. The application and required plans shall immediately Ibe
forwarded to the Village Planning Commission, Village Administra-
tor, and the Housing and Redevelopment Authority for review.
The Clerk shall schedule a public hearing on the application
to be held by the Planning Commission at the earliest possible
date.
3. Following the public hearing, the Planning Commission shall
forward its comments, suggestions, and recommendations to
the Village Council for final action.
4. The Village Council may grant, deny, or modify the Special Use
Permit and impose such conditions and/or restrictions as
deemed necessary.