Plan Commission Minutes PC-09-01
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CITY OF MUSKEGO
PLAN COMMISSION MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 1, 1998
Minutes of the Plan Commission held on September 1, 1998, in the Muskego Room, City Hall,
W182 S8200 Racine Avenue.
Mayor De Angelis called the meeting to order at 7:05 P.M.
PRESENT: Mayor De Angelis, Alderman Salentine, Engineer Zoppa, Commissioner’s Gummer,
Smith, Hulbert, Schaumburg and Plan Director Sadowski.
Secretary reported that the meeting was properly noticed in accordance with the Open Meeting
Law.
MINUTES: Alderman Salentine made a motion to approve the minutes of August 18, 1998,
meeting. Commissioner Hulbert seconded. Upon a voice vote, motion to approve the minutes
was passed unanimously
OLD BUSINESS:
RESOLUTION #P.C. 21-98 -- Approval of a sketch Preliminary Plat for a subdivision by
Carity Land Corporation, located in the SE ¼ of Section 3 and the NE ¼ of Section 10.
Director Sadowski stated there will be a Public Hearing before the Common Council on
September 22, 1998 to rezone. Commissioner Schaumberg made a motion to defer resolution.
Commissioner Gummer seconded. Upon a voice vote, Resolution #P.C. 21-98 was Deferred
unanimously.
RESOLUTION #P.C. 137-98 – Approval of a 26’ X 35.5’ Accessory Structure for the
De Angelo property located at W126 S6384 Coleridge Court. Petitioner submitted a revised site
plan with the building reduced to 26’ X 28’, added landscaping with 19 coniferous trees, down
spouts on the north and south sides would be directed to the southside of the yard; the floor will
be 3 feet above grade with decorative block painted to match the siding; there would not be an
additional driveway. Three neighbors Ken Gabrus, Dave Lewandowski and Tom Anderson all
neighbors spoke requesting deferral until they have had time to review the revised site plan.
Alderman Patterson requested a two week deferral. Mayor De Angelis suggested Engineer
Zoppa to review drainage to minimize impact. Commissioner Hulbert made a motion to defer
Resolution #P.C. 137-98. Commission Gummer seconded. Upon voice vote, motion failed 4-3,
Gummer, Smith, and Hulbert voting in favor of deferral. Commissioner Schaumberg made the
motion to amend Resolution #P.C. 137-98 to add BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the building
shall be maximum 26’ x 28’, landscaping as proposed on site plan, no additional driveway to
garage, lot drainage to be reviewed by staff, concrete brick pattern decorative with paint to match
the siding and permit to be issued after City Engineers review and neighbors approval of drainage.
Engineer Zoppa seconded. Upon roll call vote, Amended motion was Adopted unanimously.
Commissioner Gummer made the motion to twice amend this motion to read Neighbors may
review stormwater recommendations by City Engineer prior to issuing permit. Engineer Zoppa
seconded. Upon roll call vote, motion carried 6-1, Commissioner Hulbert voting nay. The
Mayor suggested to those neighbors present that they may wish to consult with Engineer Zoppa
to possibly find a solution to the existing drainage problems in the area.
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CONSENT BUSINESS:
RESOLUTION #P.C. 150-98 – Approval of a 36.7’ X 32.7’ Accessory Structure for
the Fabinski property located at S82 W15980 Bass Bay Lane. The resolution was read by title
only. Commissioner Hulbert made a motion to approve Resolution #P.C. 150-98. Commissioner
Gummer seconded, upon roll call Resolution #P.C. 150-98 was Adopted unanimously.
RESOLUTION #P.C. 151-98 – Approval of a 30’ X 40’ Accessory Structure for the
Bing property located at W145 S9555 Groveway Lane. The resolution was read by title only.
Commissioner Hulbert made a motion to approve Resolution #P.C. 151-98. Commissioner
Gummer seconded, upon roll call vote motion was Adopted unanimously. Alderman Salentine
made a motion to reconsider Resolution #P.C. 151-98. Commission Schaumberg seconded.
Upon voice vote, Resolution #P.C. 151-98 was open for reconsideration. Alderman Salentine
made a motion to amend the structure to be 30’ X 43’ or1314 square foot. Commissioner
Schaumberg seconded. Upon roll call vote, Amended Resolution #P.C. 151-98 was Adopted
unanimously.
RESOLUTION #P.C. 152-98 – Approval to maintain a 20’ X 22’ Accessory Structure
for the Reise property located at W151 S6332 Glenbrook Drive. Read by title only. Mr. Reise
produced an appraisal stating the total square footage of his residence is 1177 square feet, not
1077 as previously stated. Alderman Salentine made a motion to amend Resolution #P.C. 152-98
the fourth WHEREAS, first floor area of 1177 square feet which would allow 706 square feet
…the THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED was adjusted accordingly. Commissioner Gummer
seconded. Upon voice vote, motion to amend was approved. Upon roll call vote Amended
Resolution #P.C.152-98 was Adopted unanimously.
RESOLUTION #P.C. 153-98 – Approval of a main identification sign for U. S. Postal
Service at the property located at S74 W16860 Janesville Road. Read by title only.
Commissioner Gummer made a motion to approve. Engineer Zoppa seconded. After discussion
regarding Federal regulations for the Postal Service, Alderman Salentine made a motion to amend
the third WHEREAS, the south elevation only permits 64 square feet… THEREFORE BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Plan Commission approve of two (2) wall signs, a maximum of 64 square
foot…and non-illuminated strips are not calculated in total square footage, but if illuminated,
striping shall conform to the ordinance size limitation. Commissioner Gummer seconded. Upon
voice vote amended Resolution #P.C. 153-98 was Amended unanimously. Upon roll call vote,
Amended Resolution #P.C. 153-98 was Adopted unanimously.
RESOLUTION #P.C. 154-98 -- Approval of main identification sign for the Muskego
Public Library at the property located at S73 W16663 Janesville Road. Commissioner Gummer
made a motion to approve, Commissioner Smith seconded. Mr. Sadowski stated that based upon
the signs setback, the size is within code. Alderman Salentine made a motion to amend
Resolution #P.C. 154-98 THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED,… will be externally illuminated.
The lights will be approved by Staff. Commissioner Smith seconded. Upon a voice vote
Resolution #P.C. 154-98 was Amended unanimously. Upon roll call vote Amended Resolution
#P.C. 154-98 was Adopted unanimously.
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RESOLUTION #P.C. 155-98 -- Approval of an amendment to an existing Conditional
Use for the Ludwig property located at S106 W16440 Muskego Dam Road. (Ludwig’s Cabinet
Shop). Alderman Salentine made a motion to approve, Commissioner Schaumberg seconded.
After much discussion, Commissioner Hulbert made a motion to amend Resolution #P.C. 155-98
to include Conditional Use to allow for the continuance of 10’ offset on the north and 17’ offset
on the south. Screening will be required around the pallet storage area and paving of the
driveway. Commissioner Smith seconded, upon voice vote Resolution #P.C 155-98 was
Amended unanimously. Upon roll call vote Amended Resolution #155-98 was Adopted
unanimously.
RESOLUTION #P.C. 156-98 -- Approval of amendment to a Building, Site and
Operation Plan for Bethel Lutheran Church property located at S77 W18426 Janesville Road.
Alderman Salentine made a motion to approve, Commissioner Smith seconded. Staff
recommended using alternate westside site. Matt Anger represented Bethel Church stating
original site would allow children to be seen from the Education room and the alternate site would
cause the children to cross a firelane. Pastor Herston also commented on the safety and
overseeing the children. Alderman Salentine made the motion to amend Resolution #P.C. 156-98,
the fourth WHEREAS, said site pad would be located along the west end of property along
Cook Drive, but supports the northern location if petitioner chooses to pursue variances from the
Board of Appeals. Commissioner Smith seconded. Upon voice vote Resolution #P.C. 156-98
was Amended unanimously. Upon a roll call vote Amended Resolution #156-98 was Adopted
unanimously. Plan Commission stated fees for Board of Appeals would be waived.
RESOLUTION #P.C. 157-98 -- Recommendation of approval of a Certified Survey Map
for the two (2) lot land division for the Knudsen property located in the NW 1/4 of Section 8.
(Tax Key No. 2190.994.007) Commissioner Gummer made the motion to approve,
Commissioner Schaumberg seconded. Staff recommends a 30’ wide drainage easement on north
lot line of Parcel 2. Addition of a drainage easement on west lot line having an appropriate
width. The CSM should have a note stating the existing shed and barn are legal
noncomforming. At the time of redevelopment of Parcel #2, the shed will be removed. Drainage
and grading plans are required prior to issuance of permits for Parcels #1 or #2 Public Utilities
approval of sewer service to proposed lots. Alderman Salentine made a motion to Amend
Resolution #P.C. 157-98 as recommended by staff. Commissioner Gummer seconded, upon
voice vote, Resolution #P.C. 157-98 was approved as amended. Upon roll call vote Amended
Resolutions #P.C. 157-98 was Adopted unanimously.
RESOLUTION #P.C. 158-98 -- Approval of an amendment to a Building, Site and
Operation Plan for St. Leonard Church at the property located at W173 S7743 Westwood Drive.
Commissioner Schaumberg made a motion to approve. Commissioner Hulbert seconded. Staff
recommends coniferous planting on the east lot line, horizontal siding to give a residential
appearance, and asphalt shingles. The representative from St. Leonard’s stated he was before this
commission to determine the guidelines and will take information back to the council.
Commissioner Gummer made a motion to defer Resolution #P.C. 158-98. Commissioner Hulbert
seconded. Upon voice vote, motion to defer Resolution #P.C. 158-98 was approved.
RESOLUTION #P.C. 159-98 -- Approval of an amendment to a Building, Site and
Operation Plan for Olson’s Outdoor Power Equipment at the property located at S73 W16790
Janesville Road. Alderman Salentine made a motion to approve, Commissioner Hulbert
seconded. Staff recommends additional storage to be fenced with 8 foot wooden fencing, no
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more than 50 percent of the building wall so as not to interfere with the firelane. Mr. Olson stated
he is proposing a wooden fence 10’ high. He is requesting additional display area in front of his
residence and on the east of his driveway. Commissioner Hulbert made a motion to amend
Resolution #P.C. 159-98 to allow for the following: 1. 10 foot high fence enclosing storage not
more than 50 feet alongside of building. 2. 16 items for display, allowing eight of those items to
be placed in the easement on the east side. 3. At Mr. Olson’s discretion, four foot high fence
ascetically pleasing would be allowed on the westside of property, but would prefer flower or
shrubs. Commissioner Schaumberg seconded. Upon voice vote, motion to amend was approved.
Upon roll call vote, Amended Resolution #P.C. 159-98 was Adopted unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: A representative from Durrant Architects provided three
new options for siding and roofing of the new library. The Library Board strongly requested the
original coloring scheme. Commissioner Hulbert made a motion to approve Option #3. Which is
original brick color (terra cotta) with dark grey roof shingles. Commissioner Gummer seconded.
Upon roll call vote, Option #3 was approved for the new library. 6-1 Mayor voting nay.
Planning Director explained the fines, penalties and enforcement practices.
ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Hulbert made a motion to adjourn at 10:30 P.M. Alderman
Salentine seconded. With no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was
adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan J. Schroeder
Recording Secretary