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PCM19650601PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF MUSKEG0 MINUTES OF MEETING HELD JUNE 1, 1965 Willard Bertram, Charles Buehler, Clarence C. Walrath and Edmund A. PRESENT: Mayor Jerome Gottfried, Chairman; William F. Chase, Sec'y; Budish. Also present were Russell Knetzger, Consultant, and Gerald Lee, Building Inspector. ABSENT: John Meinhardt Mayor Gottfried called the meeting to order at 7:40 P.M. MINUTES of the previous meeting, May 18, 1965, were approved as mailed. However, a correction was made in the minutes of the public hearing for William L. Schubel, May 18, 1965. Mr. Les Sorenson appeared instead of Mr. Gchubel. OLD BUSINESS CHECKERWAY BUS - The Commission agreed to table any action on Con- ditional Use Status until the next meeting, June 15, 1965, as Mr. Jacobson pointed out at the last meeting that some of the conditions set forth could not be fulfilled until the school tern was over. Use Status at his auto repair business, S73 W 16680 W. Janesville Rd. JAMES HERNKE - Mr. James Hernke appeared in regard to his Conditional 'Public Hearing and Planning Commission meeting of Feb. 24, 1964, as in Section 10. The Recording Secretary read the minutes of the regarded Mr. Hernke's petition for Exp. of Conditional Use. It was noted that one of the conditions set forth was that certain junked Hernke reported that he had planted poplar trees around the back cars were to be removed within one year from date of grant. Mr. but they were still too small to provide ample screening; and that four of the trees he had planted had died because of the severe winter. The Commission viewed favorably that he had reduced the num- ber of junked cars from 15 to 4 in the past year and had attemped to comply with the conditions as concerned screening. He advised the Commission that the junked cars were used for storage for spare parts. Mr. Hernke commented that it was difficult to run a business financially to hire a landscaper. and do landscaping at the same time and that he was not in a position Planner Knetzger recommended that Mr. Hernke be given an extended period of time to remove the junked vehicles as the area where they are now stored might not be compatible with the future development near the area. Mr. Chase moved, as seconded by Mr. Buehler, that the Conditional Use Grant of James Hernke for an auto and truck repair shop on STH 24 in Section 10 be modified so that the time limit originally set for 0 plete removal to become one year from this date, during which period removal of all junked vehicles be extended, said time limit for com- no more than 4 such vehicles shall be kept on the premises. Motion carried. CORNELIUS KATSFEY - As regards Mr. Katsfey's request for division of land in Section 12, Planner Knetzger presented the following b information from "The Suitability of Soils of Southeastern Wisconsin - for Rural and Urban Deve1opment"f Soil near the creek - "398" Ashkun Silt Loam (poorly drained and not suitable for a septic system) East of the creek - "297" Morley Silt Loam Behind this area - "452" Adrian Muck Planner Knetzger advised that there is a raised area near the road which would be considered the only possibility for a septic system. In view of the soil data not being at all favorable, it was the Commission's opinion that the Hennigs should be encouraged to look elsewhere for a building site. LEON BOURDO - As regards Mr. Bourdo's request for zoning change from A to R-1 and divison of land for an 8 acre parcel in Section 31, Planner Knetzger had obtained soil data from "The Suitability of Soils of Southeastern Wisconsin for Rural and Urban Development" as follows: Wetland-Flood Plains equals "398" Ashkum Silt Loam (Poorly drained, not suitable for septic system under one acre, high water table and slow permeability) All Else - ''297" Morley Silt Loam (Moderately well drained) .Questionable under one acre (need of-site investi- gation) Poor over one acre - slowly permeable (requires large tile field) Planner Knetzger advised that perhaps a two acre parcel might possibly be able to have a satisfactory septic system but that a recommendation as to the zoning change should not be made until the percolation tests were in and perhaps some soil boring tests. Mayor Gottfried announced that there was some discussion of the possibility of requiring soil boring tests instead of percolation tests on all divisions of land and the possibility that Muskego could be the first to require soil testing in.stead of percolation tests. There will be more discussion of this at a future meeting. BOLDT - KURTH - When Mr. Kurth had appeared at the last meeting in had questioned if he could put gravel on a private road should he regard to division of land in Sections 2 and 11, Belmont Greens, he ad Mr. Boldt so build one, Building Inspector Lee viewed the proposed road and gravel site and advised the Commission that he could see no objection to the use of this gravel for a private road. QUOSI-PUBLIC INFORMATION SIGNS - Planner Knetzgerzlvised that he will have a complete report on the signs by the next meeting. a RICHARD MAURICE - Mr. Budish moved, as seconded by Mr. Walrath, that the request of Richard Maurice for Expansion of Conditional Use for addition at Lakeside Tool & Machine Co., W180 S7785 Racine - Ave., be granted. Motion carried. STATE SAND & GRAVEL - The Commission agreed to defer action on the proposed relocation of Crowbar Road until revised certified plans are submitted. HALES CORNERS SANE & GRAVEL - Mayor Gottfried reported that the Goun- must be completed by July 31, 1965. cil had approved a bond in the amount of $30,000 and that restoration .A c ' GLENDON HILL - Attorney Gazinski appeared on behalf of Mr. & Mrs," Glendon Hill regardinn division of land in Section 7.rOak Hill Estates. #L; 4: In compliance wrth the Commission's recommendation, Attorney Gazinski presented a Preliminary Plat of Survey with adjacent land purchased with the W 60 ft. of the S 50 ft. dedicated for future road. Attor- from Mrs. Gaither to make this a larger parcel. The frontage is 280' ney Gazinski will return with a certified survey plat,, i: @' t 11 . ZONING FORMS - PROPOSED CHANGES - It was agreed by the Commission that Mayor Gottfried and Planner Knetzger would check over the forms for petitions for zoning change and division of land concerning simplifying same after adjournment of the meeting. -I I/' dz p?, p,./ ,I I, rn NEW BUSINESS w MATT MARTIN - Mr. Gerald Maier of Maier Construction Co. appeared and presented plans for proposed alterations for the residence and hall of Mr. Matt Martin, w180 S7881-03 S. Racine Ave., Muskego, Wis., which had been damaged by fire recently. Mr. Maier advised the Commission that the second story would be eliminated and the hall would be enlarged by obtaining space from the present living quarters. The Commission discussed whether expansion and utilization of existing space should b'e construed as an Expansion of Conditional Use. Planner Knetzger advised that it would be reasonable to add these plans to the current file which would not necessitate a public hearing. Mr. Chase moved, as seconded by Mr. Walrath, that the Commission accept the proposed building plans as submitted; approval is given adopted zoning ord.inance. Be it also resolved that the Planning to the automatic conditional grant that was created by our recently Commission has gone on record that no hearing is required due to the minor changes involved. Motion carried. GRAVEL, INC. & MUSKEG0 ASPHALT PLANT - As concerns the Accessory Use Permit, which is due for renewal, Mayor Gottfried advised that, although the Common Council would hold the hearings and grant the permit, it had been placed on the agenda for any action the Commission would like to take. He also advised the Commission of an interpre- tation from City Attorney Hippenmeyer that any existing gravel pits 0 would normally have to submit restoration plans and obtain a permit Zoning Ordinance were required to abide by the time limit set at that that would run 3 years but that permits granted under the previous time. The Accessory Use Permit was read by the Recording Secretary. Mayor Gottfried, reviewed the file and stated that there have been a few complaints as to odor and smoke and that the Licensing Committee would take whatever steps necessary to see that it is made as reason- ably clean as possible. In Mr. Buehler’s opinion this was not a very compatible location for an asphalt plant as it is near a achool and a residential area and there is a pronounced odor of tar, etc., as well as the smoke. Planner Knetzger reviewed the ordinance and advised the Commission that it was their duty to see how much change had taken place and that a field trip could be authorized in this case to view the area. P.M., and the members would meet at the site. The trip was scheduled for Thursday evening, June 3, 1965, at 6:30 Mr. Walrath moved, as seconded by Mr. Bertram, that Mayor Gottfri’ed be authorized to contact the engineer to re-evaluate the bond and restoration plan. Motion carried. The Commission suggested that Planner Knetzger also view the site ad render an opinion based on his knowledge of land use. DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF AMERICA - Mr. Dave Couture appeared to propose a rezoning of a parcel of land located in Fountainwood Subdivision near the Muskego and New Berlin line. He advised that the buyers of a portion, Mr. Richards, would build a dwelling complying title holder tentatively pianned to sell lots and that one of the with all requirements ad would like to sell honey, He explained that the bees would not be kept on the property and they would like to place a small sign advertising the honey. He commented that the zoning on the New Berlin side was zoned “limited industrial”. Planner Knetzger advised that Mr. Couture had called his office and it was at his suggestion that he was appearing. Mayor Gottfried suggested that Mr. Paepke should petition for a division of land and present a plan showing the proposed divisions and existing roads, homes, etc. ROBERT FIELDS - Mr. Robert Fields appeared and advised that he is interested in a piece of property just South of the Gravel Pit owned by Marie Hiatky in Section-5; He stated that his interest is in the concrete block building on the property which had been used as a fur house originally. His present intentions are to warehouse tables and parts, a silk screen operation. He advised that he would there, but in the future get into light manufacturing of vaccuum buy the metal and cut it up and assemble it, but there would be no fabricating or heavy machinery. He stated that he would not care to request a rezoning of the area. Planner Knetzger advised that wholesaling would be allowed in B-2 but that light manufacturing would require a zoning change. Mayor Gottfried advised Mr. Fields that the Commission would be in discuss it informally and giv6 him an i& on Friday. the area Thursday evening ard would look at this property, try to GREENDALE DRAINAGE PROCEDURES - Mr. Chase moved, as seconded by Mr. Bertram, that the Plan Commission recommend to the Council that the appropriate Committee draft the necessary ordinance to regulate the establishment of grades on a plat. Motion carried. RICHDORF PLAT - The Recording Secretary read the agreement between Richdorf and the City as regards Bay Shore Hills and Bay Shore Estates. Building Inspector Lee reviewed the percolation tests received on lots in this area. Mayor Gottfried advised that he will present the plat at the next meeting. JACK G. GLOCKNER - Mr. Chase recommended that some corditional uses or restrictions be established on the operations of Mr. Glockner at S7l W13219 Tess Corners Dr. as this is in a residential area. Mr. Glockner presently has three operations - repair business, extractive operations, and a junk yard. Mayor Gottfried suggested that the Recording Secretary write to Mr. Glockner requesting that he advise the Commission how extensive his operations are. (Note: Mr. Glockner has been requested to appear June 15, 1965, at 7:30 P.M.) Respectfully submitted, /324-” Recording Secretary Barbara Sards 6-3-65 June 4, 1965 n Mr. Frank Ruekort hekert 8 nielke 420 Rederlok St. Dear Hr. Ruekerta The Planning C e to oontact you relative to the on of, the restora- tion plan and bo ltted by Gravelr Ina., owned by D It Is the tho@ Camrmlaaion that since this mestoration e approved aeveral gears agor thoro increase in the bond. e any guestlone. Sinoersly youre, -I Jerome J. Oottfrled Mayor JJO:bjs " Mayor, City of Muakego Hon. Jerme J. Oottfried Muskego, Win. Dear Magor Oottfrledr The Planning you that they mittee draft the Barbara J. Sands Reoordlng Searetary June 3, 1965 Eon. Esrl E. Rathke (1 Ma or, City of New Berlin .!& S. Martin Road New Berlin, Wle. Deer Mayor Rathke: Ae you know the southeaat on the south side of HI induetrial". of Muskego ha8 asked eaibillty of rezoning ich would be mcre om- n Conmiasion that since the all, meas to Highway 24 very eaidentlal development in y hurt If commercial or ln- t la in this area, that your Planning feel it necemary. Sincerely yours, Jerome J. Oottfrled Mayor