6.4.2027 PC Agenda and Packet

PLAN COMMISSION MEETING VILLAGE HALL 4128 HUBERTUS ROAD, HUBERTUS, WISCONSIN JUNE 4, 2026 7:00P.M. Pursuant to the requirements of Section 19,84, Wis. Stats., notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Village of Richfield Plan Commission, at which a quorum of the Village Board may attend in order to gather information about a subject which they have decision making responsibility. The meeting will be held at the above noted date, time, and location. Notice of Village Board Quorum, {Chabperson to announce the following if a quorum of the Village Board is in attendance at the meeting; "Please let the minutes reflect that a quorum of the Village Board is present and that the Village Board members may be making comments under the Public Comments section of the agenda, during any Public l-Iearing(s) or if the rules are suspended to allow them to do so"), 1. Call to Order/ Determination of Quonun 2. Verification of Open Meetings Law Compliance 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. May 7, 2026- Plan Commission Meeting 5. DISCUSSION/ACTION lTEMS a. Discussion/ Action regarding a Special Exception for an Accessory Structure located in front of the primary residence for property located at 4350 Hubertus Rd (TKN: V10_044001) -Bee & Youa Hang, Petitioners/ Owner b. Discussion/Action regarding the proposed Site Plan Amendment for Basse's Taste of Country for the property located at 3190 County Hwy Q (TKN: VIO_l39200B)-Basse Trust, Petitioner/Owner c. Discussion/ Action regarding the appointment of a Plan Commission Vice-Chairperson d. Discussion regarding potential amendments to Chapters 170 and 170A of the Zoning Code 6. PLAN COMMISSION ADJOURNMENT Additional explan.atio11 ofilet11s on the agenda can be found on the Village's website at ~ric;hficldwi.gpv, Notification of this meeting bas been posted in accordauce with the Ope11 Meeting Laws of the State of Wir.co11sin. It is possible that mombers ofund possibly a quorum ofmembOfs of other governmental bodie.~ ofthe municipality mey attend the above stated meeting to gather informalion; no action wi11 be taken by any governmental body at the above stated mecting other than the governmental body specifically referred to above in this notice. Requests from persons with disabilities who need assista11ce to participate in this meeting or hearing should be made to the Village Clerk's Office at (262) 62&·2250 with as much advance no tic.: as possible. Village of Richfield 4128 Hubertus Road Plan Commission Meeting Minutes May 5, 2026 j 7:00 PM 1. Call to Order / Determination of Qnorum a. Plan Commission The Plan Commission meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Chairman Otto. A quorum of the Plan Commission and Village Board were present. Plan Commission Members Present: Chairman Jim Otto, Vice-Chairman Dan Naze, Trustee Pam Schmitt, Commissioners Kurt Bartel, Brett Wittig & Heidi Woelfel Plan Commission Members Absent: Commissioner Bob Bilda was an excused absence. Also Present: Administrator Jim Healy and Administrative Services Coordinator, Brad Calder 2. Verification of Open Meetings Law Compliance The Village Administrator stated that the agenda had been posted and sent to the media. 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. April 2, 2026 - Joint Plan Commission and Village Board Meeting Motion by Vice Chairman Naze to aµprove the Minutes frotn the Joint Plan Commission and Vill!lfile Board Meeting from April 2, 2026, as presented. Seconded by Commissioner Bartel. Motion carried unanimously. 5. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS a. Discussion/ Action regarcling a Special Exception for an Accessory Structure located in front of the primary residence for property located at 668 Esker Ct (TKN: V10_1214006) - Todd . & Lois Zangl, Petitioners/ Zangl .Joint Rev Trust, Owner ASC Calder gave a brief introdubtion of the agenda item. Pursuant to § 170.874 of the Village Code, entitled "Placement of Detached Accessory ,Buildings on a Lot", the Plan Commission is allowed discretion in considering the placement of accessory buildings in places other than the side or rear of properties. The logic and reasoning behind making such a policy decision was that it was recognized by Staff, the Plan Commission, and the Village Board' that there were instances where it would make sense to provide flexibility to property owners thatmight not otherwise be available even through the variance process. In the situation before us tonight,Todd and Lois Zangl are acting as petitioner for the placement of a 896 sqft detached accessory structure in the front yard as defined in our Village Code. The topography on this property is the primarily limiting factor as it slopes down to the north and west. Motion by Vice Chairman Naze to direct Staff to prepare a decision document to conditionally approve the petition by Todd & Lois Zangl, for property located at 668 Esker Court (TKN: VI O 1214006), to allow a proposed accessory structure to be placed ahead of the single-family home as depicted on the site plan, subject to the following Specific Conditions of Approval: Village of Richfield 4128 Hubertus Road Plan Commission Meeting Minutes May 5, 2026 J 7:00 PM Specific Conditions of Approval: 1. The applicant receives a building permit from the Building Inspection Department and satisfies any requirements for the construction of said accessory building. 2. The applicant signs the decision document accepting these and any other conditions the Plan Commission finds prudent and necessary. General Conditions of Approval: 1. The applicant shall satisfy all comments, conditions. and concerns of the Village Administrator. Planning and Zoning Administrator. Village Engineer. Village Planner, Village Attorney and Village Building Inspector. 2. Any unpaid bills owed to the Village by the subject property owner or his or her tenants. operators or occupants. for reimbursement ofprofessionaLfees (as described above): or for personal property taxes: of for real property taxes: or for licenses. permit fees, or any other fees owed to the Village: shall be placed upon the tax.roll for the subject property if not paid within thirty (30) days of the billing by the Village. pursuant to Section 66.0627. Wisconsin Statutes. Such unpaid bills also constitute a breach ofthereguirements of this conditional approval that is subject to all remedies available to the ViUage, including possible cause for termination of this approval. Second by Trustee Schmitt. Motion carried unanimously. b, Discussion/ Action regarding a Lighting and Landscaping Plan for Richfield Service Sales LLC. for property locatedat 1810 Wolf Road (TNK: V10_0344001() and for property identified by Tax Key: Vrn _ 034400G - Richj{eld.Service Sales LLC., Petitioner Administrator Healy gave a 1:iriefintroduction ofthe agenda item. The lighting plan is a resubmittal because the previous plan did not consider the eiitite JJroperty arid only showed the light dispersion on the proposed addition. The proposed addition is greater than 25% of the gross floor area of the existing building as shown above on the(able. As a result, we need to see a Lighting Plan applied over the entireproperty, as thepetitioner has now done.The proposed additional lighting to this building are six(6} full cut-off an.dfully shielded 'Wall pack' lights. Each 'wall pack' light has a lumen Qilfput (per lamp andthere is only Ix in this instance) of 6,030 on these less than 40-watt bulbs (36:7,Watt). The total amount of lurilens for the addition equates to 36,180 leaving a balance of 163,820 "available lumens" for the 2-acre site. The existing building contains 12,050 square feet, and the proposed.addition consists of6,630 square feet. Pursuant to Section 170.1603, because the proposed building addition exceeds50% of the size of the existing structure (approximately 55%), the project does not qualify for the '.;5% reduction in required landscaping standards. As a result, the applicable landscaping requirementSmust be calculated at the full standard rate. The petitioner is proposing landscaping that exce•eds several of the minimum ordinance requirements. For shrubs, a total of twenty-seven (27) are required, while the submitted Landscape Plan identifies thirty-two (32) Spirea shrubs. For decorative trees, only three (3) are required, yet the petitioner is proposing four ( 4). Based on discussions with the petitioner's agent, the selected species include two (2) American Linden (Tilia) and two (2) Carnelian Cherry Dogwoods (Cornus mas). The proposed 1.5-inch caliper size is also consistent with Village standards. Village of Richfield 4128 Hubertus Road Plan Commission Meeting Minutes May 5, 202617:00 PM Motion by Commissioner Wittig to accept the recommendation of the Village Staff for the approval of the proposed Lighting Plan for the expansion of Richfield Service, Inc., located at 1810 Wolf Road (TKN: VI 0 034400K & VI 0 0344000) subj eel to the following Specific Conditions of Approval: Specific Conditions of Approval: 1. The applicant shall file with the County Register of Deeds the previously approved CSM prior to any land disturbing activities. 2. The applicant shall satisfy all comments, conditions, and concerns of the Village Administrator, Planning and Zoning Administrator, Village Engineer, Village Planner and Village Attorney. 3. The petitioner receives all necessary permits and passing inspections from the Building Inspection Department and Richfield Fire Department. 4. Any unpaid bills owed to the Village by the subject property owner or his or her tenants, operators or occupants, for reimbursement of professional fees (as described above): or for personal property taxes: of for real property taxes: otfor licenses, pennit fees, or any other fees owed to the Village; shall be placed upon the tax roll for the subject property if not paid within thirty (30) days of the billing by the Village, pursuant to Section 66.0627, Wisconsin Statutes. Such unpaid bills also constitute a breach of the requirements of this conditional approval that is subject to all remedies available to the Village, including possible cause for termination of this approval. Seconded by Vice Chairman Naze. Motion carried unanimously. Discussion regarding the plants in the landscaping plan occurred between Commissioner Members and Staff. Commissioner Bartel noted that there may be some inconsistencies with the list previously submitted to the Village Staff to provide to developers and that will be revisited. Motion by Commissioner Wittig to accept the recommendation of the Village Staff for the approval of the nroposed Landscwing Planfor the expansion of Richfield Service, Inc., located at 1810 Wolf Road (TKN: VI 0 034400K & VI 0 034400G) subject to the following Specific Conditions of Approval: Specific Conditions of Approval: 1. ··The applicant shall file with the County Register of Deeds the previously approved CSM prior to any land disturbing activities. 2. Contemporaneous with the filing of the CSM, the applicant shall file a document in a form acceptableto the Village Engineer regarding the future construction of a stormwater management pond and required stormwater maintenance plan prior to any land disturbing activities on Lot 2. 3. The applicanlshall satisfy all comments, conditions, and concerns of the Village Administrator, Planning and Zoning Ac:hni:nistrator, Village Engineer, Village Planner and Village Attorney. 4. The petitioner receives a1Ltiecessary permits and passing inspections from the Building Inspection Department and Richfield Fire Department. 5. Any unpaid bills owed to the Village by the subject property owner or his or her tenants, operators or occupants, for reimbursement of professional fees (as described above); or for personal property taxes: of for real property taxes: or for licenses, permit fees, or any other fees owed to the Village; shall be placed upon the tax roll for the subject property if not paid within thirty (30) days of the billing by the Village, pursuant to Section 66.0627, Wisconsin Statutes. Such unpaid bills also constitute a breach of the requirements of this conditional approval that is subject to all remedies available to the Village, including possible cause for termination of this approval. Village of Richfield 4128 Hubeitus Road Plan Commission Meeting Minutes May 5, 202617:00 PM Seconded by Vice Chainnan Naze. Motion carried unanimously. c. Discussion/ Action regarding a Special Exception for an Accessory Structure located in front of the primary residence for the property located at 3207 STH 167 identified by TKN: VlO _ 035600F - James & Suzette Chance Petitioner/Owner ASC Calder gave a brief introduction. Pursuant to §170.874 of the Village Code, entitled "Placement of Detached Accessoty Buildings on a Lot", the Plan Commission is allowed discretion in considering the placement of accessory buildings in places other than the side or rear of properties. The logic and reasoning behind making such a policy decision was that it was recognized by Staff, the Plan Commission, and the Village Board that there were instances where it would make sense to provide flexibility to property owners that might not otherwise be available even through the variance process. In the situation before us tonight, Mr. And Mrs. Chance are acting as petitioner for the placement,ofa 1,026 detached accessory structure in the front yard as defined in our Village Code, to replace the current barn/shed. Motion by Vice Chairman Naze to direct Staff to prepare a decision document to conditionally approve the petition by James and Suzette Chance, for property located at 3207 State Hwy 167 (TKN: VlO 035600F), to allow a proposed accessory structure to be placed ahead of the single-family home as depicted on the site plan, subject to the following Specific Conditions of Approval~ Specific Conditions of Approval: 1. The applicant receives a buildingpermit from the Building Inspection Department and satisfies any requirements for the construction of said accessory building. 2. The applicant signs the decision document accepting these and any other conditions the Plan Commission finds prudent and necessary. 3. The applicant shall have a Certified Survey Map (CSM) drafted and aµproved by the Village Board within one year of signing the decision letter. 4. The existing banlon the property shall be reinoved prior occupancy of the new barn. 5. The new accessory structure shall be located at least 40 feet from the eastern property boundary line. General Conditions of Approval: 1. The appilcantshall satisfy a!Lcomments, conditions, and concerns of the Village Administrator, Planning and Zoning Administrator, Village Engineer, Village Planner, Village Attorney and Village Building Inspector. 2. Any Unpaid bills owed fo the Village by the subject property owner or his or her tenants, operators'or occupants, for reimbursement of professional fees (as described above): or for personal property taxes: offor real property taxes: or for licenses, permit fees, or any other fees owed to the Village: shaHbe placed upon the tax roll for the subject property if not paid within thirty (30) days ofthe billing by the Village, pursuant to Section 66.0627, Wisconsin Statutes. Such unpaid bills alsoconstitute a breach of the requirements of this conditional approval that is subject to all remedies available to the Village, including possible cause for termination of this approval. Seconded by Commissioner Wittig. Motion carried unanimously. Village of Richfield 4128 Hubertus Road Plan Commission Meeting Minutes May 5, 2026 I 7:00 PM d. Discussion/Action regarding a Temporary Use for Len's Coffee Co. located at 3208 STH 167 (TKN: Vl0_027600E)-Leah Nagel, Petitioner Administrator Healy gave a brief introduction of the agenda item. The petitioner is applying for a Temporary Use Permit to operate her coffee trailer in the parldng lot of 3210 State Highway 167, the business address of Terrace 167. The use is classified under "Seasonal product sales" in our Mnnicipal Code and, while permitted in the B-2 Community Business District, it requires a Temporary Use permit. In early 2023, the Plan Commission decided that temporary uses intended for operation past 30 days needed Plan Commission approval. Previously, unless predicted to be particularly disruptive, temporary uses were all approved administratively. The proposed hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:00-12:00PM. They will not operate on the weekend from this location and will likely pull the trailer off-site for weekend sales as they indicated in their submission materials. The applicant hopes to begin operation mid-May, weather permitting; the 150-day permit would then expire mid-October. Motion Trustee Schmitt to direct Staff to prepare a decision documentto conditionally approve the petition by Len's Coffee Co. to temporarily allow a coffee trailer operation for a maximum of 150 days, as presented, proposed to be located at 3210 State Highway {TKN: Vl0 027600E), subject to the • following Specific Conditions of Approval: l. The Petitioner signs the decision document agreeing to operate their business, as petitioned, and any other conditions the Plan Commission finds prudent a.nd necessary. 2. The Petitioner provides Village, Staff with its "Occupancy Certificate" from the Washington County Health Department. 3. Should the Petitioner require a Sigri Permit. that they obfain one from the Building Inspection Department. 4. Operation at the proposed location shaU occur from May 27, 2026 and cease on or before October 27. 2026. Seconded by Vice Chairman Naze. Motion carried by voice vote. e. Discussion and possible recommendation to the Village Board for a petitioned Special Exception for expansion of a Non°Confonn(11.g Single-Family Home located at 3456 N. Bhore Drive (TKN: V10 ...:,087800L) - Pat Zimmer, Petitioner/Owner Administrator Healy gave introduction of the agenda item. Pursuant to Section 170.1803 entitled "Nonconforming Buildings" a legal nonconforming building may be used for any conforming use. A nonconforming building that is used for a conforming use may be enlarged, provided that the building addition complies with all requirements and the Plan Commission and Village Board authorize such an enlargement pursuantto the requirements in Article 5. The structure is considered legal nonconforming because it does not comply with the side yard setback requirements for the District. Motion by Vice Chairman Nazeto recommend approval to the Village Board for the proposed Special Exception for Pat Zimmer forproperty located at 3456 N. Shore Drive {TNK: VI0 087800L), as prepared by R.A. Smith National Inc .. with the following conditions of approval: Specific Conditions of Approval: 1. Prior to breaking ground on the addition, the petitioner must sign the Decision Letter prepared by Village Staff detailing the decision by the Plan Commission. 2. Prior to breaking gronnd, the petitioner must receive approval from Building Inspection Department for the proposed addition and renovation of this single-family residential home. Village of Richfield 4128 Hubertus Road Plan Commission Meeting Minutes May 5, 2026 17:00 PM 3. Prior to breaking ground, the petitioner must pay all professional fees associated with the proposed Special Exception. General Conditions of Approval: 3. The applicant shall satisfy all comments, conditions, and concerns of the Village Administrator, Planning and Zoning Administrator, Village Engineer, Village Planner, Village Attorney and Village Building Inspector. 4. Any unpaid bills owed to the Village by the subject property owner or his or her tenants, operators or occupants, for reimbursement of professional fees (as described above); or for personal property taxes; of for real property taxes; or for licenses, permit fees, or any other fees owed to the Village; shall be placed upon the tax roll for the subj eel property if not paid within thirty (30) days of the billing by the Village, pursnant to Section 66.0627, Wisconsin Statutes. Such unpaid bills also constitnte a breach of the requirements of this conditional approval that is subject to all remedies available to the Village, including possible cause for termination of this approval. Seconded by Commissioner Woelfel. Motion carriec;l unanimously. f. Discussion and possible recommendation to the Village Board on the petition for an "Rural Accessory Building Designation" for property located at 1988 Scenic Road (TNK: V10_023300A)- TimBinwalter, Petitioner Village Administrator Healy introduced the topic. The applicant has been working with Staff to construct an addition (totaling 816 sq. ft.) to the accessory structnre (shed/garage)located on the northeast comer of the property. When reviewing the addition, the accessory structures on the parcel currently exceed the maximum accessory building floor area allowed, The parcel is located in the RS-2, Single-Family Residential District and is 2.99 acres in size. The maximllin floor area for accessory structures is one structure 192 sq. ft. or less and one structure 1,320 sq. ft or less or one structure that cannot exceed the total of both, which is 1,512, sq. ft. Currently the parcel has 4,760 ( 4,360)sq. ft. of accessory structures To allow forthe addition to the accessory structure, the property owner has applied to designate the remaining accessory structures as rural accessory structures Motion by Wittig to recommend to the Village Board the conditional approval designating the following structures as RuraLAccessory Structures: barri, inilk house and silo for the property located at 1988 Scenic Road (TKN: VIO 23300A) with the following General Conditions: General Conditions: I. The petitioner must sign theDecision Letter prepared by Village Staff detailing the decision prior to issuance of building permit. 2. The petitioner must remove the carport structure (the eastern most structure) on the eastside of the property prior to the issuance of a building permit, or the owner shall sign an agreement prior to issuance of the building permit to authorize the Village and/or its representative the authority to enter the property to remove the carport on the property if the owner fails to remove the carport the within 60 day of occupancy of the addition to the shed/garage. Village of Richfield 4128 Hubertus Road Plan Commission Meeting Minutes May 5, 202617:00 PM General Conditions of Approval: 1. The applicant shall satisfy all comments, conditions, and concerns of the Village Administrator, Planning and Zoning Administrator, Village Engineer, Village Planner, Village Attorney and Village Building Inspector. 2. Any unpaid bills owed to the Village by the subject property owner or his or her tenants, operators or occupants, for reimbursement of professional fees (as described above); or for personal property taxes; of for real property taxes; or for licenses, permit fees, or any other fees owed to the Village; shall be placed upon the tax roll for the subject property if not paid within thirty (30) days of the billing by the Village, pursuant to Section 66.0627, Wisconsin Statutes. Such unpaid bills also constitute a breach of the requirements of this conditional approval that is subject to all remedies available to the Village, including possible cause for termination of this approval. Seconded by Trustee Sclunitt. Motion carried unanimously. 6. ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Vice Chairman Naze, seconded by Commissioner Wittig, to adjourn the Plan Commission meeting at 7:42 PM; Motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Jim Healy Village Administrator SUBJECT: DATE SUBMITTED: SUBMITTED BY: VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMMISSION COMMUNICAT ION FORNI MEETING DATE: June 4, 2026 Accessory Structure - Special Exception located at 4350 Hube1tus Rd (Tax Key: V 10_0440001) - Bee & Youa Hang, Petitioners/Owner May 27, 2026 Brad Calder, Administrative Services Coordinator POLICY QUESTIONS: DOES THE PLAN COM1\lflSSlON WISH TO APPROVE THE SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR THE PLACEMENT OF A PROPOSED ACCESSORY STRUCTURE IN FRONT OF A SINGLE-FAMILY HOME? ISSUE SUMMARY: Pursuant to § 170.874 of the Village Code, entitled "Placement of Detached Accessory Buildings on a Lot", the Plan Commission is allowed discretion in considering the placement of accessory buildings in places other than the side or rear of prope1ties. The logic and reasoning behind making such a policy decision was that it was recognized by Staff, the Plan Commission, and the Village Board that there were instances where it would make sense to provide flexibility to property owners that might not otherwise be available even through the variance process. In the situation before us tonight, Mr. And Mrs. Bee are acting as petitioner for the placement of a new detached accessory structure in the front yard as defined in our Village Code. In this case, per the Richfield Municipal Code's definitions most of the yard is considered the "front yard". The only pennissible area that a detached structure would be possible to be located in is outlined in green in the picture (shown below). The topography of the "rear yard" makes it virtually impossible to construct any functional accessory buildings on the lot, without receiving a Special Exception. As such, the applicants are requesting the Plan Cmmnission consider a Special Exception for their ro ert . VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMM ISSION COMMUNICATION FORM MEETING DA TE: June 4, 2026 SUBJECT: Accessory Structure - Special Exception located at 4350 Hubertus Rd (Tax Key: V 1O_044000 1) - Bee & Y oua Hang, Petitioners/Owner DATE SUBMITTED: May 27, 2026 SUBMITTED BY: Brad Calder, Administrative Services Coordinator The Section of the Code previously referenced states the following: 170.874 Placement of detached accessory buildings on a lot Except as may be permitted in this section, a detached accessory building must be located behind the front face (i.e., face of the building closest to the street) of the principal building (Exhibit 6-3). In the case of a corner lot, the detached accesso1y building shall meet the minimum setback requirements from all streets. Only accessory buildings for agricultural uses are permitted in front of the principal building. Pursuant to the procedures and requirements in Article 5, the Plan Commission may approve a special exception to allow an accessory building in front of the principal building. In making such decision, the Plan Commission must consider (1) the size of the subiect property, {2j the character o(the area. {3) the size of the proposed accessory building, (4) the extent to which the proposed accessory building is visible from public and private streets and other properties in the area. (5) the practical di(ficultv in placing the proposed accesso1y building in the location described in this subsection, and (6) other factors related to relevant circumstances. The subject property is zoned RS-1, Country Estate District. ( t) The size of this property is 4 acres and is located on the north side of Hubertus Road west Parkview Drive and east of Saint Gabriel Way. The north side of the property abuts the Parkview Estates Subdivision. (7) In terms of the character of the area, the subject property is a mix of woods and lawn in the first half of the propert y. The rear half of the property is completely wooded. The property to the west a 5 acres parcels is undeveloped and completely wooded. The property to the east is 10 acres and consists ofa single-family home and barn/shed with a pasture. The properties to the north are in the Parkvie w Estates Subdivision and are consistent with residential lots in the Village. View of the Property looking west on Hubertus Rd VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMMISSION COMMUNICATION FORM MEETING DATE: June 4, 2026 SUBJECT: Accessory Strncture - Special Exception located at 4350 Hubertus Rd (Tax Key: V10_0440001)- Bee & Youa Hang, Petitioners/Owner DATE SUBMITTED: May 27, 2026 SUBM ITTED BY: Brad Calder, Administrative Services Coordinator W Given the size of the prope1iy, the petitioner is allowed to build a 1,742 sqft. garage. The proposed garage is 30'x55' for a total of 1,650 sqft. within the limit of what is legally pe1missible and is under the standard by 98 sqft. (4) In tenns of visibility from the roadways and residences, I've included photos of the property, from the road (Hubertus Road). The proposed location is to the west of the home. lt will be visible from Hubertus Road, but it is an obstrncted view as Hubertus Road is lined with Blue Spruce. The structure should not be visible to any of the neighbors as there is sufficient vegetation and distance should obscure it from view. The proposed location exceeds all the required setbacks. See the proposed site in the Application materials. The proposed building is to have a gray metal exterior siding with a stone/masonry wainscoting and metal roof. The exterior materials are not an exact match to the single-family home on the property but due to the property being in the Rs-1 District and the district being agricultural, the requirement for like materials does not apply. Staff believe the proposed exterior materials for the garage will satisfy the exterior materials requirement and are the same materials used on other detached access01y structures that have received special exceptions from the Plan Commission in the Rs-1 District. Exterior (5) There is "practical difficulty" in placing the garage elsewhere that would confom1 with the Village Code. This "practical difficulty" in placing it behind the home is that there is no practical location to place the proposed garage without significant site work to create a building pad and access due to the topography. (6) In the opinion of Staff, these types of reasons are exactly why the Plan Commission and Village Board chose to adopt this provision in the Code. This petition would not be successful in receiving a variance. VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMMISSION COMMUNICATION FORM MEETING DATE: June 4, 2026 SUBJECT: Accessory Structure - Special Exception located at 4350 Hubertus Rd (Tax Key: DATE SUBMITTED: V10_0440001)- Bee & Youa Hang, Petitioners/Owner May 27, 2026 SUBMITTED BY: Brad Calder, Administrative Services Coordinator (// . /JI, ,, FUTURE IMPACTANDANrlLYSIS: Forward to Village Board: No Additional Approvals Needed: No Signatures Required: No ATTACH,\4ENTS 11r ,VVU1,.- REVIEWED BY: / \ ----+----\--- ------- Village t Clerk 1. Accessory Structure submission materials prepared by Petitioner, received May 13, 2026 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Motion to direct Staff to prepare a decision document to conditionally approve the petition by Bee and Youa Hang, for property located at 4350 Hubertus Road (TKN: Vl0_0440001 ), to allow a proposed accessory structure to be placed ahead of the single-family home as depicted on the site plan, subject to the following Specific Conditions of Approval: Specific Conditions of Approval: 1. The applicant receives a building pem1it from the Building Inspection Department and satisfies any requirements for the construction of said accessory building. 2. The applicant signs the decision document accepting these and any other conditions the Plan Commission finds prudent and necessary. General Conditions of Approval: 1. The applicant shall satisfy all comments, conditions, and concerns of the Village Administrator, Planning and Zoning Administrator, Village Engineer, Village Planner, Village Attorney and Village Building Inspector. 2. Any unpaid bills owed to the Village by the subject property owner or his or her tenants, operators or occupants, for reimbursement of professional fees (as described above); or for personal property taxes; of for real property taxes; or for licenses, pennit fees, or any other fees owed to the Village; shall be placed upon the tax roll for the subject property if not paid within thirty (30) days of the billing by the Village, pursuant to Section 66.0627, Wisconsin Statutes. Such unpaid bills also constitute a breach of the requirements of this condit ional approval that is subject to all remedies available to the Village, including possible cause for termination of this approval. APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL BY: i lageStaffMember Village Administrator VILLAGE CLERK USE ONLY BOARD ACTION TAKEN Resolution No. ______ _ Continued To: ______ _ Ordinance No. Refen-ed To: ------- -------Approved ______ _ Denied ------- Otb~r ______ _ File No. ______ _ Property Address : 4350 HUBERTUS RD City/State: HUBERTUS, WI 53033 Property Owner(s): BEE HANG PLAN COMMISSION APPLICATION VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PROPERTY INFORMATION ZIP: I Tax Key Number: PROJECT INFORMATION □ Primary Contact Address (if different from property address): City/S tate: Ema il Address : beeyondeng@yahoo.com Applicant (if different from property owner): □ Primary Contact Email Address: I Company : APPLICATION TYPE Please check the application type you are applyi ng for: 4128 Hubertus Rd Hubertus, Wl53O33 Village Hall - 262.628.226O Zoning : RF1 Acreage: 4 Phone# : 414 526 7838 ZIP: Phone#: D Code Interpretation D Conceptua l Review D Site Plan D Business Plan of Operation ~ Special Exception D Temporary Use (Longer than 30 Days, Less than 150 Days) SIGNATURES The applicant and property owner(s) certify that: (1) all the information attached to or provided in support of said application, including sketches, data, and any other documents and material, are honest and true to the best of the applicant's and property owner(s)' knowledge; (2) the applicant and property owner(s) acknowledge and accept the responsibility for any and all fees charged or costs incurred by the Village of Richfield to carry out the processing and review of this application; (3) the applicant and property owner(s) further acknowledge and understand that they may be required to start an escrow account to which all processing and review costs will be charged; (4) the applicant and property owner(s) further acknowledge that in the event that the initial fee is not sufficient to cover all the costs associated with processing and reviewing the application, they will be required to provide the Village of Richfield an additional deposit; (5) the applicant and property owner(s) further acknowledge that the balance of any remaining fees shall be refunded within a reasonable amount of time after this application has been processed; (6) the applicant and property owner(s) understand that this application and all required forms and information must be completed and accurate, as determined by the Planning and Zoning Administrator for the Village of Richfield, before a meeting and/or public hearing (if required) can be scheduled. --(1) Property Owner Signa~ _;// Applicant Signature: Name & Title: - 'J Date : Name & Title: Date: BEE HANG 5/27/2026 (2) Property Owner Signature: - Name & Title: Date: FOR VILLAGE STAFF USE ONLY Date Received: I Date Determined Complete: I Date Sent to Engineer: Plan Commission Meeting Date: I Date Paid: I Receipt#: APPLICATION CHECKLIST This is not an exhaustive list. Village Staff may request additional items as deemed necessary. Code Interpretation Details about the review process can be found in § 170-66 of Richfield's Village Code: https://ecode360 .com/42033953 □ This application form filled out with appropriate signatures □ $200 application fee □ Written document with question to be interpreted □ Any supporting materials needed to provide context to interpretation and/or situation Conceptual Review Details about the review process can be found in §330-22 of Richfield's Village Code: hltps://ecode360.com/16179574 □ This app lication form filled out with appropriate signatures □ $150 application fee □ Draft of Subdivision Plat, Grading Plan with soil characteristics data, and Stormwater Management Plan, drawn to scale Site Plan Details about the review process can be found in §170-39 of Richfield's Village Code: hltps://ecode360.com/42033359 □ This application form filled out with appropriate signatures □ $600 application fee □ Draft Site Plan, Landscape Plan, Stormwater Management Plan, Lighting Plan, & Parking Plan, drawn to scale □ Architectural Review Board Application Cover Sheet Business Plan of Operation Details about the review process can be found in §170-39 of Richfield's Village Code: https:l/ecode360.coml42033359 □ This app lication form filled out with appropriate signatures □ $200 application fee □ Project narrative, including the following information: description of busi ness; proposed days & hours of operation; maximum number of employees at one time; expected customer volume per day; truck deliveries per day; number of available parking spaces; if there will be overnight parking; and type(s} and location(s} of storage. □ Site plan or survey of property highlighting the space to be occupied, drawn to scale Special Exception Details about the review process can be found in §170-44 of Richfield's Village Code: https:l/ecode360.com/42033507 □ This application form filled out with appropriate signatures □ $200 application fee □ Site plan with proposed location of structure(s), drawn to scale □ Proje ct narrat ive, including details about why the exception should be approved Temporary Use {Longer than 30 Days, Less than 150 Days) Details about the review process can be found in §170-54 of Richfield's Village Code: https://ecode360.com/Rl3087/laws/LF1863890.pdf □ This application form filled out with appropriate signatures □ $200 application fee □ Site plan or survey of property highlighting the space to be occupied, drawn to scale □ Project narrative, including details about the temporary use and impacts it will have on the surroundi ng area Melder Trust Hubertu s Rd. 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Customer Signature Date Desired Delivery Date Dealer or Manufacturer Signature Date Delivery Notes ii.com Gauge: 14~Gauge Framing Brace: Standard Brace Leg Height: 16' $3,370.00 $3,370.00 Left Side: Fully Enclosed - Siding: Vertical $2,737.00 $2,737.00 Right Side: Fully Enclosed - Siding: Vertical $2,737.00 $2,737.00 Front End: Fully Enclosed - Siding: Vertical $3,738.00 $3,738.00 Back End: Fully Enclosed - Siding: Vertical $3,738.00 $3,738.00 Walk-in Door (36" x 80") - Hinges Left Hand Door Swing $500.00 $500.00 Custom Size (up to 20' wide) (14'x14') - Corner style: 45° Opening $250.00 $250.00 12x1 O Roll Up Door 2 $2,250.00 $4,500.00 1 Ox1 O Roll Up Door $1,375.00 $1,375.00 Anchor Package: Concrete Anchors $460.00 $460.00 Side Garage Door Header Bar $400.00 $400.00 Side Garage Door Header Bar $150.00 $150.00 Additional Fees standard 29 Gauge Sheet Metal Equipment Rental Fee $3,000.00 $3,000.00 Colored Screws $1,155.71 $1,155.71 Base Rail Sealant $340.00 $340.00 Things You Should Know 20 Vear Warranty on 12 gauge and 1 year warranty on 14 gauge on rust, assuming user care and maintenance• 1 Vear workmanship warranty *13' high or taller building requires machinery/extra charges may apply• Any building Longer than 32' L will have a SEEM ( restrictions may apply call the office for details). 1. All sales are C.O.D. payment of balance in full due at time of installation. We accept cash, cashiers check and or money orders, also major credit cards with an additional 3% charge. Credit card overpayment refunds will charge 5% fee, returned checks $35 fee 2. Height is measured from the ground to the sidewall not the peak. The contractor needs 3' of spacing all around the structure in order to adequately build the structure, or extra fees may apply. 3. The customer is responsible for informlng the Installers of any underground cables, gas lines, or any other utility lines. ANS Steel Buildings, LLC Is not responsible for any damages to unmarked or un-located utilities. 4. If there is a price discrepancy over $20.00, ANS Steel buildings, LLC reserves the right to cancel the order at any time. 5. To qualify for free installation, the site must be level. (NO SLOPES) Units installed on unlevelled ground will have spacing between base rail and ground ANS Steel Buildings Is NOT responsible for any spacing being filled or groundwork being done. If extra work Is needed due to ground being unlevel more than 3" extras charges wlll incur. It will be up to the contractor to determine additional cost 6. If customer wants insurance on the bulldlng, It Is customer's sole responsibility to contact customer's insurance company to secure coverage. ANS Steel Buildings, LLC highly recommends that customer secure insurance coverage for the building. 7. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to check for permits or restrictions regarding installation of the product. Some state and local ordinances may require a foundation prior to lnstallatlon. ANS Steel Buildlngs, LLC does NOT install foundations and all costs associated with foundation shall be the sole responsibility of the purchaser. 8. 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ANS Steel Buildings, LLC may elect to repossess the carport/garage and buyer hereby consent to allow ANS Steel Buildings, LLC access to the carport/garage to repossess the carport/garage, or at its sole discretion ANS Steel Buildings, LLC may assess interest at a rate of 18% per annum on any unpaid balance. Buyer agrees that in the event of any default under this agreement, buyer shall be responsible for reasonable collection agency costs, any attorney's fees and cost incurred as a result of default. JURISDICTION, It is expressly agreed that in any dispute, suit, claim, or legal proceeding of any nature arising from the obligations under this agreement, shall be filed In a court of competent jurisdiction In Defiance County, Ohio and be controlled by the law of the State of Ohio. 13. Please be advised that installation times are subject to change due to contractor availability and weather conditions. If the contractor is unable to complete your job due to site complications or inaccurate measurements a $250 or 5% return fee, whichever is greater, will apply. Any structure not installed and returned after scheduled and confirmed date, will be subject to a 5-35% restocking fee. This Is a contract, By signing this, customer acknowledges and agrees with all of the above terms. This contract is NOT final until review/approval by ANS Steel Buildings, LLC. Customer Service Will Contact You Three To Seven Days Before Delivery & Setup. Customer Signature ________ _ Dealers Signature Installed Date ___ _ Any revisions or modifications MAY result in an additional charge. ANS Steel Buildings, LLC approval/Authorization: ___________ _ D CASH DC/CD CHECK# __ _ Perspective View Front Left Side Right Side Back 21 1 6 11 8' I- 14' F1 z 0 0::: u. 8' . 'j D2 4' 3' 4 1 8 11 = 1' F1 Custom Size (up to 20' wide) -=- D2 Walk-In Door (36" x 80") -=- - Closed Wall LEFT SIDE 12' D1 .. . •· ; ! . ! ' . l_ D3 10' 33''4" 55' RIGHT SIDE D1 12x10 Roll Up Door Ol=II D3 1Ox10 Roll Up Door -=- 21'6 11 'I i ! 9' D1 12' 30' Cll )> 0 ::is 9' VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMMISSION COMMUNICATION FORM MEETING DATE: June 4, 2026 SUBJECT: Basse's Taste of Country located at 3190 CTH Q (TKN: Vl0 _139200B) - Primary Activity Area, Site Plan Amendment - Basse Trust., Petitioner DATE SUBMITTED: May 29, 2026 SUBMITTED BY: Jim Healy, Village Administrator POLICY QUESTIONS: DOES THE PLA N COMMISSION BELIEVE THE PROPOSED SITE PLAN AMENDMENT IS IN KEEPING WITH THE 'SPIRIT AND INTENT' OF THIS CUP AND IS 'COMPATIBLE' WITH THE APPROVED ACTIVITIES LISTED IN THE PLAN OF OPER ATION FOR BASSE 'S TASTE OF COUNTRY? ISSUE SUMMARY: The Basse Family has approached the Village regarding a proposed modification within the existing "Primary Activity Area" associated with the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for Basse's Taste of Country. Specifically, the petitioner is requesting authorization to replace an existing play structure/activity on a one-for-one basis with another play structure/activity. The proposal would involve the removal of the existing "Bull Riders" area and replacement with a new activity area featuring child-oriented "heavy equipment" themed play features. VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMMISSION COMMUNICATION FORM MEETING DATE: June 4, 2026 SUBJECT: Basse's Taste of Country located at 3190 CTH Q (TKN: V10_139200B) - Primary Activity Area, Site Plan Amendment - Basse Trust., Petitioner DATE SUBMITTED: May 29, 2026 SUBMITTED BY: Jim Healy, Village Administrator The existing "Bull Riders Arena" currently consists of stationa1y playground-style riding structures located within an enclosed fenced area. These types of structures are similar in nature to the spring-mounted playground riders commonly found in municipal parks and playgrounds, where children rock back and forth while seated on the equipment. The existing activity area is situated on a pervious playground gravel surface and is enclosed within an approximately 35-foot by 50-foot fenced footprint, based upon GIS measurements. The petitioner is not proposing an expansion of the existing footprint, but rather a replacement and modernization of the existing activity within the same general area and dimensions. As part of their application materials, the petitioner discusses the relationship between agriculture and the use of heavy machinery­ themed play equipment. The applicant also cites several secondary reference materials, including portions of Wisconsin State Statutes, for the Plan Commission's consideration. Staff believed it more appropriate for the Plan Commission to determine whether the proposed activity is consistent with the "spirit and intent" of the existing CUP and whether the proposed use is 'compatible' with the activities previously authorized on the property. Accordingly, Staff administratively denied the request due to the potential ambiguity associated with interpreting the scope of permitted activities under the CUP since the connection was not readily apparent and was submitted without the narrative the Plan Commission has received for tonight's meeting. Pursuant to the procedures outlined within the Conditional Use Permit, the petitioner subsequently appealed the administrative determination to the Plan Commission for consideration and direction. The existing Conditional Use Permit for Basse's Taste of Country was approved and executed in 2014. Within the CUP documentation, the "Primary Activity Area" contemplates that a variety of outdoor activities, buildings, and structures may occur within the designated area. More specifically, Section Subsection (A)(d) references numerous existing activities occurring within the Primary Activity Area and appears intentionally non-exhaustive in nature. The CUP further provides the Village's Planning and Zoning Administrator with limited authority to administratively review and approve additional activities that are determined to be 'compatible' with the approved operations and 'consistent' with the overall 'intent' of the CUP. Specifically, Page 3, Subsection (A)( 4) entitled "Site Plan, Building, and Operational Plan (SBOP)" states as follows: "If the petitioner would like to add a new activity to the plan of operations, the Zoning Administrator is authorized to review such petition and approve the same in writing if he or she determines that the activity is in keeping with the spirit and intent of this Conditional Use Permit approval and is compatible with the approved activities listed in the Plan of Operation." Over the years, the Plan Commission has generally provided Staff with policy direction indicating that agricultural-themed play activities located within the Primary Activity Area were viewed as relatively innocuous in nature and generally consistent with the overall agritourism character of the property. Staff has historically used examples such as changing one seasonal themed play activity to another - for example, replacing footballs painted like corncobs with basketballs painted like pumpkins - as illustrations of the type of minor operational modifications contemplated under the CUP's administrative approval provisions. Attached for reference are the August 4, 2022 Plan Commission meeting minutes relating to the last petitioned operational improvement request submitted by the Basse Family. Staff further notes that the current proposal differs from prior requests in that the petitioner is proposing to remove an existing activity in favor of a replacement activity, rather than cumulatively adding additional activities or expanding the overall intensity of the site. Staff believes this distinction may help address concerns previously expressed by the Plan Commission regarding incremental site intensification and stormwater impacts. Additionally, because both the existing and proposed activity areas utilize pervious playground-style gravel surfaces and no significant expansion of impervious area is proposed, Staff believes the requested modification would likely have little-to-no measurable stormwater impact on the property. VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMMISSION COMMUNICATION FORM MEETING DA TE: June 4, 2026 SUBJECT: Basse's Taste of Country located at 3190 CTH Q (TKN: Vl0_139200B) - Primary Activity Area, Site Plan Amendment - Basse Trust., Petitioner DATE SUBMITTED: May 29, 2026 SUBMITTED BY: Jim Healy, Village Administrator Ultimately, the question before the Plan Commission is not necessarily whether the proposed activity is agricultural in the strictest interpretation of the te1m, but rather whether the proposed replacement activity remains sufficiently consistent with the spirit, intent, and character of the previously approved agritourism operations authorized under the existing Conditiona l Use Pennit. FUTURE IMPACT AND ANALYSIS: Forward to Village Board: No. Additional Approvals Needed: No. Signatures Required: No. Another aspect of their petition which will not be discussed tonight, but is part of their submittal and needs to go to the Architectural Review Board is the enclosing of their lean-to that currently exists on their property. Since this building will have an ' occupancy ', it will need to go through that process before being considered by the Plan Conuniss ion in July. The Village Staff makes no comment at this time on that aspect of their petition. ~ti VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMMISSION COMMUNICATION FORM MEETING DA TE: June 4, 2026 SUBJECT: Basse's Taste of Country located at 3190 CTH Q (TKN: VIO_l39200B) - Primary Activity Area, Site Plan Amendment -Basse Trust., Petitioner DATE SUBMITTED: May 29, 2026 SUBMITTED BY: Jim Healy, Village Administrator ATTACHMENTS I. August 4, 2022 Approved Plan Commission Meeting Minutes 2. Current Overall Site Plan prepared by Trio for Basse' s Taste of Country (May, 16, 2022) 3. Communication Form from August 4, 2022 for Basse's Taste of Country STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Motion to approve the proposed Site Plan Amendment for Basse's Taste of Country located at 3190 CTH Q (TNK Vl0_139200B by removing the "Bull Riders" as indicated on the Site Plan prepared by Trio Consulting (rev. 2023) and replacing it with the Mini Excavators in the same identified 35x50' fenced-in enclosure subject to the following Conditions of Approval: I. Village Staff prepare a Decision Letter regarding the removal and replacement of the agricultural-based play activity that must be signed by the petitioner. 2. The petitioner must receive all necessary permits from the Building Inspection Department, as may be necessary (ie: fencing, signage, etc.) APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL BY: VILLAGE CLERK USE ONLY BOARD ACTION TAKEN ~fil~ Resolution No. Continued To: '(illa~!1ffMember c; Ordinance No. Referred To: ~~-zv-~ Approved Denied Other File No, / Village Admini'.~to,!:_ ---( ~ Property Address: 3190 County Road Q City/State: Colgate, Wisconsin 53017 ZIP: PLAN COMMISSION APPLICATION VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PROPERTY INFORMATION Tax Key Number: 1392008 PROJECT INFORMATION 4128 Hubertus Rd Hubertus , Wf 53033 Village Hall- 262.628.2260 Zoning: A2 Acreage: 76.67 Property Owner(s): Basse Trust, Roger & Rebecca Basse D Primary Contact Phone #: 2626282626 Address (if different from property address): City/State: ZIP: Email Address: Applicant (if different from property owner): D Primary Contact Phone #: Email Address: basses@bassesfarms.com Company: Basse 's Taste of Country LLC APPLICATION TYPE Please check the application type you are applyin g for: 0 Code Interpretat ion □ Conceptual Review ~ Site Plan □ Business Plan of Operation D Special Exceptio n □ Temporary Use (Longer than 30 Days , Less than 150 Days) SIGNATURES The applicant and property owner(s) certify that: (1) all the information attached to or provided in support of said application, including sketches, data , and any other documents and material, are honest and true to the best of the applicant's and property owner(s)' knowledge; (2) the applicant and property owner(s) acknowledge and accept the responsibi lity for any and all fees charged or costs incurred by the Village of Richfield to carry out the processing and review of this application ; (3) the applicant and property owner(s) further acknowledge and understand that they may be required to start an escrow account to whic h all proces sing and review costs will be charged: (4) the applicant and property owner(s) further acknowledge that in the event that the initial fee is not sufficient to cover all the costs associated with processing and reviewing the application, they will be required to provide the Village of Richfield an additional deposit; (5) the applicant and property owner(s) further acknowledge that the balance of any remaining fees shall be refunded within a reasonable amount of time after this application has been processed ; (6) the applicant and property owner(s) understand that this application and all required forms and information must be completed and accur ate, as determined by the Planning and Zoning Administrator for the Village of Richfield , before a meeting and/or public hearing (if required) can be scheduled. gnature :~ FOR VILLAGE STAFF USE ONLY Date Received: I Date Determined Complete: I Date Sent to Engin eer: Plan Commission Meeting Date: I Date Paid: I Receipt# : Mini Excavators: The proposed mini excavators will be located in the primary activity section as depicted in green on the attached map and is consistent with the agricultural and agritourism character of Basse's Farms. Wisconsin law defines "farm equipment" broadly as "a tractor or other machinery used in the business of farming," which recognizes that modern farm operations use a variety of machinery beyond traditional tractors and implements. https:/ /docs . legis.wisconsin .qov/1999/statutes/statutes/100/4 7 /1 Major agricultural equipment manufacturers and dealers also recognize excavators as farm and ranch equipment. Caterpillar's agriculture equipment page identifies "multi-purpose agricultu ral machines" for farms and ranches and specifically includes the "Cat mini excavato r." Milton CAT likewise states that "excavators and dozers can also be seen on farms," performing jobs that need to be done, planned or unplanned. Milton CAT's agriculture equipment materials also list "Ag Excavators" as equipment "built for the farm." https://www .cat.com/en US/by-industry/agriculture.html On farms, excavators and compact excavators are commonly used for land management tasks such as drainage work, culvert work, ditch maintenance, grading, pond work, stump/tree removal, fencing, field-road maintenance, and other farm infrastructure needs. Because excavators are recognized as machinery used in modern farming, a small excavator activity is reasonably related to agricultural education, hands-on farm play, and agritourism. For these reasons, the proposed mini excavator attraction should be treated as a farm/agritourism-compatible activity. Please also see attached picture for visual of the mini excavator dig zone. We intend to copy the exact layout and safety fencing seen in the picture. Lean- to Offices: Please see the blue box on the site plan for lean-to-office location. This will be located on the north side of the main retail store. This would be using the existing footprint being used by the lean-to which is on the back side of the store. Which would be enclosing the space currently used by the lean-to. The purpose of this is to just provide the business with an actual office space, as right now, they work in a small storage space in the back of their store, which is used for other non-office related tasks and is accessible by employees. Walter buildings will build and handle this project. 7 I ' ' ' i I 1 RON."-! ll & MARSHA BASTIAN N95W228 7 '5 CTI I 0 LSBTO 14699800 I ,CURRENT DETAILED SITE PLAN /easse's Taste of Country ' 3190 County Line Q, VIiiage of Richfield, WI ______ _ _ • 1 • 11111 1 1 i ll 23 SITE PLAH LEGEND 1.FlyW',gfannerZl!Jlnes 2.RollOO~COunlc l , PlejlArH 4. PlgR.as $ Do Scheillr (~vonl Barn! I . QarlcyComliloe 7. BI.IIIRldars l~Slara!J'I l . ~~Ka-JAIIIICom 10, ChidlonTrvcJi 11. Anlm■I Bam 12 ~ylW BriJIZgoe 13 Tlle WodgoH-.11 14. 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C: a (A lean To Style lean Building Specifications • 20' wide • 48' long • 9' high from grade to heel of truss • 1/12 top chord pitch and 0/12 bottom chord pitch • Building engineered to 30 PSF ground snow load • 8' column spacing o Column spacing is approximate and may vary to meet design, engineering, or construction requirements. • Standard Wafters Steel Roof • Concrete Connection: Grade Beam insulated ' j /-STEE~ COUJM~i HGLL."DOWN y EACH SiDE r;f cowi.m /i w/(3)-f M BOLTS Tl-iRU CQUMN ' STATE OF WISCONSIN VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT BASSE'S TASTE OF COUNTRY WASHINGTON COUNTY (Tax Key Vl0-1391-00Z and Vl0-1392-00Z) The Village Board of the Village of Richfield, Washington County, Wisconsin DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Whereas, Basse Trust ("petitioner") owns two adjoining parcels generally located at 3190 County Line Road designated as Tax Keys Vl0-1391-00Z and Vl0-1392-00Z ("subject property"); and Whereas, the subject property is designated A-2 General Agricultural District, on the Village's official zoning map and contains approximately 77 acres; and Whereas, Roger and Rebecca Basse applied for and the Village issued a Conditional Use Permit for a seasonal farm-related operation as more particularly described in Ordinance 2000- 04-06; and· Whereas, the petitioner now desires to expand the scope of activities allowed under that approval to provide more opportunities for patrons and to also amend other provisions and conditions of approval; and Whereas, upon receipt of the written petition for an amendment of the 2000 Conditional Use approval filed by the petitioner, the Village Clerk properly referred such petition to the Plan Commission for the Village of Richfield for determination; and Whereas, upon receipt of the petition by the Village Clerk, the Plan Commission for the Village of Richfield scheduled a Public Hearing thereon as soon as practical; and Whereas, upon publication of the required "Notice of Public Hearing" and mailing of said "Notice of Public Hearing" to all property owners within 300 feet of the subject property, the Plan Commission for the Village of Richfield held a public hearing on May 3, 2012, as required by section 70.241 of the zoning code for the Village of Richfield; and Whereas, members of the public at the public hearing were given ample opportunity to provide comment; and Whereas, the Plan Commission for the Village of Richfield passed a motion without objection recommending that the Village Board approve the conditional use as amended; and Whereas, the Village Board for the Village of Richfield, having carefully reviewed the recommendation of the Plan Commission for the Village of Richfield, having given the matter due consideration, and having based its determination on the effect of granting such conditional use permit on the health, general welfare, safety and economic prosperity of the Village and specifically of the immediate neighborhood in which said use will be located, and having given due consideration to the municipal problems involved, as well as impact on the surrounding properties as to noise, dust, smoke, odor or other similar factors, hereby determines that the use ; Conditional Use Permit forBasse's Taste of Country Page 2 will not violate the spirit or intent of the zoning ordinance for the Village of Richfield, will not be contrary to the public health, safety or general welfare of the Village of Richfield, will not be hazardous, hannful, noxious, offensive or a nuisance by reason of smoke, dust, odor or other similar factors and will not for any other reason cause a substantial adverse effect on the property values and general desirability of the neighborhood as long as the conditional use is operated pursuant to the following eonditions and in strict compliance with the same. THEREFORE IT IS ORDERED AS FOLLOWS: Commencing upon the date of signature of this approval by Village officials and the property owner, whichever occurs last, the Conditional Use Permit approved in 2000 is hereby repealed and a new Conditional Use approval as set forth herein is approved. The Conditional Use Permit shall continue in existence only so long a.~ the Conditional Use is operated in compliance with this permit. This Conditional Use Permit is subject to initial and continued compliance with each and every one of the following conditions, restrictions, and limitations. A. This conditional use approval is granted for a seasonal farm-related operation subject to the following eonditions: 1. Subject ProperJy. This Conditional Use Permit is limited to the subject property. 2. Presentation Compliance, The use of the subject property shall be in substantial conformity with the presentation at the Public Hearing before the Village of Richfield Plan Commission held on May 3, 2012. 3. Use Restricted. The use of the subject property is limited to (1) a single-family residence as authorized in the A-2 zoning district; (2) farming operations as authorized in the A-2 zoning district; and (3) a seasonal farm-related operation. The seasonal farm-related operation is more particularly described below. a. A com maze may operate in the area designated as "Corn Maze" on Exhibit A. b. A miniature train may operate in the area designated as "Miniature Train" on Exhibit A. This area may contain small buildings and similar structures related to the operation of the train. This area may not contain outdoor lighting. c, A parking lot may be established with access off of County Line Road (CTH Q) for overflow parking. Such area is designated as "Overflow Parking" on Exhibit A and must be maintained as a pervious surface. d. A variety of outdoor activities, buildings,, and structures may occur in the area denoted as "Primary Activity Area" on Exhibit A. Such outdoor activities may include pig races; a petting zoo; play areas to include playsets, a ropes course, inflatable play objects, pumpkin blaster, and a jail house/fun fort; pony rides; and group games, such as pumpkin bowling, pony bouncers, and pumpkin golf. Buildings and other structures may be constructed for housing sales operations and for the various activities. All such activities, buildings, and other structures must be consistent with a site plan, building plan, or pla.n of operation approved pursuant to subparagraph A( 4) of this document. Conditional Use Permit for Basse's Taste of Country Page3 e. Farmfields for pick-your-own activities and low-intensity activities, such as hayrides rides, may occur in the area designated as "Secondary Activity Area" on Exhibit A. All such activities must be approved by the Plan Commission as part of a site plan and plan of operation. f. Outdoor lighting if not otherwise prohibited is permitted, provided the location and type of lighting is shown on the approved site plan. g. Signage is permitted, provided it complies with the Village's zoning code in effect at the time application is made. h. Should the petitioner, 'Basse Trust', ever wish to apply for a separate Zoning Permit to host a 'special event' or 'temporary use', other than what is approved herein, they may do so; but approval will be at the discretion of the Planning and Zoning Administrator. 4. Site plan, building and operation plan (SBOP). All development on the subject property shall be consistent with the approved SBOP. The petitioner is entitled to amend or change the approved SBOP subject to the aforementioned conditions and subject to approval by the Plan Commission, which may be granted without a public hearing if such amendment or change is not a substantial change from the original plan as approved and as allowed herein. If the petitioner would like to add a new activity to the plan of operation, the zoning administrator is authorized to review such petition and approve the same in writing ifhe or she determines that the activity is in keeping with the spirit and intent of this Conditional Use approval and is compatible with the approved activities listed in the plan of operation. If the zoning administrator denies the proposed amendment, the petitioner may appeal the administrator's determination to the Plan Co1111nission for a final determination. Any amendment or change in any plan contemplated herein that the Plan. Commission finds, in its sole discretion, to be substantial will require a new permit and all Village procedures in place at the time must be followed. 5. Specific Conditions of Approval. In addition to other requirements as may be contained herein, the following conditions of approval must be satisfied: a. Within one year of the date of this approval, the petitioner shall submit an application for a site plan, building, and operation plan (SBOP) to the Plan Commission for review and obtain all necessary approvals for the same. b. Within four months of when the Village Board approves this Conditional Use pennit, the petitioner is required to accept the terms and conditions of this approval in writing. c. The subject property which currently consists of two tax parcels shall be combined under one tax parcel number because they are jointly being used as one parcel for land use/ development purposes. d. The petitioner is required to obtain all access permits as may be required by Waukesha County to access Collllty Line Road (CTH Q). e. All parking related to this use shall occur on the subject property. Parking on County Line Road (CTH Q) is prohibited. f. The petitioner is responsible for employing or otherwise retaining individuals responsible for on-site security and/or parking assistance and enforcement who are adequate in number and appropriately trained to direct and otherwise assist Conditional Use Permit for Basse's Taste of Country Page 4 with the parking of vehicles and accommodation of patrons related to the operation. g. The hours of operation shall be approved by the Plan Commission as patt of the plan of operation. h. The sale of garden and frum-related products shall constitute the most dominant element of this use. The sale of other, non-farm items and activities shall constitute an ancillary element of this use. i. • Roger Basse, Rebecca Basse, or both, or a direct, second-generation descendent of Roger Basse or Rebecca Basse shall reside in the single-frunily residence on the property. 6. Nature of approval. This Conditional Use Permit shall not be transfen-ed to any subsequent owner of the subject property, in whole or in part. This permit shall expire and become invalid upon the sale or transfer of ownership of the subject property. 7. Licenses/Permits. The petitioner shall be required to obtain any and all required licenses and permits from the Village, county, State, and federal government. If any license or permit is issued, any and all conditions of the srune are incorporated herein and made a part of this conditional use permit. 8. Laws. The petitioner shall comply with all federal, state, county, and local mies, codes, ordinances, and regulations in the construction, operation, and maintenance of the subject prope1ty as runended from time to time. 9. Junk. No junk as defined in chapter 46 of the Village code of ordinances or disassembled, inoperable, junked or wrecked boats, motor vehicles, ttuck bodies, tractors, trailers also defined in chapter 46 shall be accumulated or stored on the subject property. No burying or burning of junk is permitted on the subject property. 10. Fees and Expenses. Upon issuance of this Conditional Use Permit, the petitioner shall reimburse the Village for all expenses incun-ed by the Village including all professional and technical assistance expenses, realized by the Village in reviewing, approving, and granting this Conditional Use Permit. The Village Clerk shall provide the petitioner with copies of all itemized invoices. 11. Cost of Enforcement. Any attorney fees incun-ed by the Village of Richfield to enforce any of the conditions or requirements of this Conditional Use Permit must be paid by the petitioner. 12. Revocation or Modification of Approval. Whenever the Village Board has reasonable cause to believe that any of the conditions herein imposed are being or have been violated, or any use of the subject property related to the operation becomes hazardous, harmful, noxious, offensive, or a nuisance to sun-ounding properties, the Village Board shall have the right to revoke or modify this permit, including, but not limited to, imposing stricter conditions upon the use and/or Conditional Use Permit for Basse's Taste of Country Page 5 operation through a revised permit by the following the process as set forth in Section 70-301(D)(2) of the Village code of ordinances. 13. Right of entry for inspection. The petitioner and the property owner hereby give village officials, employees, and authorized agents the right to enter the subject property with reasonable notice for purposes of inspecting the premise to ensure compliance with the terms of this permit. B. Any use not specifically listed as permitted shall be considered to be prohibited except as may be otherwise specifically provided herein. In case of a question as to the classification of use the question shall be submitted to the Plan Commission for determination. C. No use is hereby authorized unless the use is conducted in a lawful, orderly, and peaceful manner. Nothing in this order shall be deemed to authorize any public or private nuisance or to constitute a waiver, exemption or exception to any law, ordinance, order or rule of either the municipal governing body, the county of Washington, the State of Wisconsin, the federal government, or other duly constituted authority, except only to the extent that it authorizes the use of the subject property above described in any specific respects described herein. This order shall not be deemed to constitute a building permit, nor shall this order constitute any other license or permit required by Village ordinance or other law. D. This Conditional Use hereby authorized shall be confined to the subject property described, without extension or expansion other than as noted herein, and shall not vary from the purposes herein mentioned unless expressly authorized in writing by the Plan Commission as being in compliance with all pertinent ordinances. E. Should the permitted conditional use be abandoned in any manner, or discontinued in use for twelve (12) months, or continued other than in strict conformity with the conditions of the original approval, or should the petitioner be delinquent in payment of any monies due and owing to municipality, or should a change in the character of the surrounding area or the use itself cause it to be no longer compatible with the surrounding area or for similar cause based upon consideration of public health, safety or welfare, the conditional use may be terminated by action of the Plan Commission, pursuant to the enforcement provisions of this conditional use permit. F. Any change, addition, modification, alteration and/or amendment of any aspect of this conditional use, including but not limited to an addition, modification, alteration and/or amendment to the use, premises, structures, lands or owners, other than as specifically authorized herein, shall require a new conditional use permit and all procedures in place at the time must be followed. G. Unless this Conditional Use Permit expressly states otherwise, plans that are specifically required by this conditional use permit may be amended to be minor and consistent with the conditional use permit. Any change in any plan that the Plan Commission feels, in its Conditional Use Permit for Basse's Taste of Country Page6 H. Should any paragraph or phrase of this Conditional Use Permit be determined by a Court to be unlawful, illegal or unconstitutional, said determination as to the particular phrase or paragraph shall not void the rest of the conditional use and the remainder shall continue in full force and effect. I. If any aspect of this Conditional Use Permit or any aspect of any plan contemplated and approved under this conditional use is in conflict with any other aspect of the conditional use or any aspect of any plan of the conditional use, the more restrictive provision shall be controlling as determined by the Plan Commission. J. This Conditional Use Permit may be reviewed by the Plan Commission at any time upon complaint or upon Plan Commission initiative as provided in Section 70.30l(D)(2) of the Village of Richfield village code and as amended from time to time. K. If the conditional use is terminated by the petitioner or by action of the Village, the petitioner shall remove all buildings, structures, and features authorized by this approval within one year from the date of termination or within a time period established by the Village Board, whichever is less. This requirement, however, does not apply to any building, structure, or feature that-eomplies-with the zoning regulations for the zoning district in which the subject property is located. L. Ordinance 2000-04-06 which authorized the conditional use in 2000 is hereby repealed. Passed this 17th day of May 2012 a_,,__/ oz 6';;~~ Rock Brandner, Trustee IlCollins, Trustee Daniel Neu, Trustee ) Conditional Use Permit for Basse's Taste of Country Page 7 ATTEST: Joshua Schoemann, Administrator/Clerk/Treasurer ACCEPTANCE I, Roger A. Basse, verify that I am authorized to sign this document on behalf ofBasse's Taste of Country, LLC, a Wisconsin limited liability company, and acknowledge that Basse's Taste of Country, LLC shall be bound by the terms of this conditional use approval in its entirety. Dated this '7 day of if-<--"')--,._,.._-~, 2012 Personally came before me this -~L day of __ • • 2012, the above named person, acknowledged the same. a.~., ~Id-_. ~ NOT ARY PUBLIC My Commission Expires: ..-' ) Conditional Use Permit for Basse's Taste of Country Page 8 Exhibit A. Map Key A - Secondary Activity Area B-CornMaze C - Miniature Train D - Primary Activity Area E- Single-family Residence F - Overflow Parking ) I ------------- Basse 's Taste of Country Operations Plans SELLING SCHEDULE May-June Bedding Plants and Vegetable Plants season greenhouse hanging baskets bagged solls and compost bulk topsoil compost mixture shredded mulch June-July •• Homegrown Strawberries -Pick-your-own Strawberries ✓ -Strawberry Festival July-August -Sweet Corn ·Tomatoes -Pickles -Cucumbers -More homegrown vegytables -PYO RASPBERRIEV September-Labor Day -Kick-offGry.nd Opening of the Corn Maze -Apples ✓ --Squash October-October 31st lj~jj] ~nu,,J,b11c PUMPKIN FEST -Hayrides to Pumpkin fields / ·Corn Maze -Grain Train • Thomas the Train -Jumping Pillow -Spider Web -Duck races • Peddle Carts ·Pig Races • Petting Zoo -Play Set HRS: 7a.m.-5p.m. Sunday-Monday HRS: 7a.m.-Sp.m. Sunday-Monday • Y--s­ t...O~ . 't' .• 7-- HRS: 9a.m.-9p.m. Sunday-Monday HRS: 9a.m.-9p.m. Sunday-Monday -Pumpkin Blaster/Corn Cannon -Grain Box or Bin -Face Painting -Pony Bouncers •Barnyard Twister( Mirror Maze ) -Pony rides -Inflatables -Milking Cow -Bee Hive Dens -Fun Barn /silo slides -Pumpkin bowling -Pumpkin Golf -Ropes Course Campfires November-December -Christmas Trees -Wreaths -Fruit Baskets All Season Bakery -Pies -Donuts (Apple Cider)\ -Caramel Apples Concessions -Ice Cream -Hot Dogs ·Sundaes -Water/Soda ·Different kinds of munchies Store -Crafts -Jellies -Maple Corn -Popcorn ·Kettle Corn Birthday Outings Corporate Outings Parking -Three acres for parking ·New Access HRS: 9a.m.-5p.m. Sunday-Monday ' . Path lightning for Pumpkin Fest activity area Pond Sprayer Village of Richfield 4128 Hubertus Road, Hubertus, WI Plan Commission Meeting Minutes August 4, 2022 7:00 PM 1. Call to Order/Determination of quorum Chairman Jim Otto called the meeting to order at 7:00PM, noting there was a quorum present. Present: Chairman Otto, Trustee Wolff, and Commissioners Bartel, Coté, Berghammer, and Naze Also Present: Village Administrator Jim Healy Excused Absence: Vice-Chairman Bartel and Commissioner Woelfel 2. Verification of Open Meetings Law compliance Administrator Healy stated that the agendas were posted at the Richfield, Hubertus, and Colgate U.S. Post Offices as well as Village Hall. Digital copies of the agenda were sent to the West Bend Daily News, Germantown Express News, Hartford Times Press¸ and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Approval of Minutes a. July 7, 2022 – Plan Commission Meeting Motion by Commissioner Cote to approve the minutes of the July 7, 2022 Plan Commission Meeting ; Seconded by Trustee Wolff; Motion passed without objection . Commissioners Naze and Berghammer abstained. 5. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS a. Discussion/Action regarding the proposed Plan of Operation for Aqua Therpups LLC, located at 3064 Helsan Drive (Tax Key: V10_000200A011) – Ms. Becky Pease, Petitioner Administrator Healy introduced the item which is an animal water therapy business which currently operates two (2) locations in southeastern Wisconsin. Aqua Therapups has employees who are licensed by the International Association of Animal Massage and Body Works (IAAMB) and the Association of Canine Water Therapy (ACTW). They are proposing to be open Monday through Friday from 9AM to 8PM and on Saturday from 8AM to 4PM. This location will have two (2) full-time employees and eight (8) part-time employees. They expect approximately 12-36 customers per day with approximately 20-50 autos per day. There will be no outside storage of any kind as well as no overnight parking at this property. As far as “Special Equipment/Facilities/Requirements” the business owner has indicated they will be constructing an indoor pool at this location for its client’s animals. Motion by Commissioner Berghammer to approve the proposed Plan of Operation for Aqua Therapups LLC, proposed to be located at 3064 Helsan Drive (Tax Key: V10_000200A011), subject the following Specific Conditions of Approval: Village of Richfield 4128 Hubertus Road, Hubertus, WI Plan Commission Meeting Minutes August 4, 2022 7:00 PM 1. The business owner receives a Fire Inspection from the RVFC. 2. All other necessary permits be pulled and approved by the Building Inspection Department, including occupancy. Seconded by Commissioner Naze; Motion passed without objection. b. Discussion/Action regarding the proposed Plan of Operation for PSC Couplings, located at 3062 Helsan Drive (Tax Key: V10_000200A001) – Mr. David W. Olson, Petitioner Administrator Healy introduced the item. For additional background, PSC Couplings has been in business for the last seven (7) years and they specialize in the design, sourcing and assembling of disc couplings. They are primarily focused in the oil and gas industries, but also dredging. Approximately 80-90% of their business is distributions to companies located in the United States and the remaining 10% i s international business. They currently have four (4) full -time employees and two (2) employees who work remotely. With this proposed expansion, it is estimated that within the next six (6) months they will hire approximately three (3) new full-time employees. PSC Couplings is proposed to be open Monday through Friday from 8AM to 4PM. They estimate the number of trucks and autos per day to be one (1) each. The subject property has two (2) loading spaces. There will be no overnight parking and no outside storage. The proposed use is consistent with the listed permitted principal uses in the M-4, Industrial Park District. Motion by Commissioner Berghammer to approve the proposed Plan of Operation for PSC Couplings, proposed to be located at 3062 Helsan Drive (Tax Key: V10_000200A011), subject the following Specific Conditions of Approval: 1. The business owner receives a Fire Inspection from the RVFC. 2. All other necessary permits be pulled and approved by the Building Inspection Department, including occupancy. Seconded by Commissioner Naze; Motion passed without objection. c. Discussion/Action regarding the proposed Site Plan Review for the resurfacing of the parking lot of St. Augustine School, located at 4908 Monches Road (Tax Key: V10_122100B) – Saint Augustine School Inc., Petitioner Administrator Healy introduced the item. The proposal, put together by Payne & Dolan, is to resurface the parking lot with conrete with the limits of the parking lot going up to the northern property boundary line and interior to the lot adding an additional row of parking. After consultation with the Village Attorney, it was his recommendation that the limits of the portion of the parking lot which extend north -south could extend to the northern most boundary of the parcel and continue to exist because it is a non-conforming use which they have a right to. Ordinarily, the setback of a parking lot to an adjacent use which does not have the same zoning requires a 50’ setback purusant to Section 70.185(A) (2) which is the Section of Code which was in place when they submitted their proposal. After speaking with Mr. Loosen, who owns the property directly north, he is amenable to the proposal. The southern access to the parking lot, which is adjacent to Melody Lane, will be maintained to enter the parking lot area. A new culvert will be installed as a part of the process. On the interior of the property, an additional row of parking will be added to make- up for the lost parking now occupied by Mr. Loosen’s private property. Village of Richfield 4128 Hubertus Road, Hubertus, WI Plan Commission Meeting Minutes August 4, 2022 7:00 PM This will net St. Augustine School an additional seven (7) spaces. There is no percentage of lot coverage standard for impervious surface in this District, only building coverage. On July 22, 2022, the Village Engineer provided a letter of review for the proposal. He had three (3) comments, one (1) of them of substance for the discussion. The existing parking lot infringes on the Village’s right-of-way, as does flared asphalt that has been historically utilized for bus and pick -up/drop-off. The area of the Village’s right-of- way is shown with the dotted line below in the exhibit. The earliest aerial photography the County has available which shows this parking lot infringement is from 1980. Given that this has existed in this manner for approximately 42 years, without impediment to the Village’s Public Works Operations, Village Staff is recommending that the Plan Commission recommend to the Village Board that a formal legal instrument be filed at the County Register of Deeds which grants permission for the concrete parking lot and other concrete improvements to exist in the Village’s right-of- way, but also gives the Village permission to enter upon the land should it need to for future road maintenance and road improvement. Motion by Trustee Wolff to accept the recommendation of the Village Engineer for the approval of the proposed concrete resurfacing of the parking lot for St. Augustine School, for property located at 4908 Monches Road (Tax Key: V10_122100B) subject to the following Specific Conditions of Approval: 1. Comments in the Village Engineer’s letter dated July 22, 2022 be corrected to the satisfaction of the Village Engineer. 2. The Village Board approve the proposed legal instrument prepared by Village Staff and the Village Attorney for the proposed right-of-way infringement. Seconded by Commissioner Naze; Motion passed without objection. d. Discussion/Action regarding the proposed construction of a single-family home on property located at 1450 St. Augustine Road (Tax Key: V10_065800A) – Kevan G. Leaf Rev. Trust, Julie A Leaf Rev. Trust, Petitioners Administrator Healy introduced the item. the controlling language in this review is found in Section 70.209 in the Upland Conservancy District. The property (shown above) is entirely zoned UC, Upland Conservancy. The previously constructed buildings on this property are proposed to be torn -down for the construction of a new single -family home and detached garage. Pursuant to Section 70.209(J), “ to encourage uses that are compatible with the resi dential character in the Village in the UC District, building/zoning permits for permitted uses in the UC Conservancy District shall not be issued without prior review by and approval of the Plan Commission. Such review and approval shall be concerned with adjacent uses, general layout, building site and operation plans, building materials, ingreess and egress, parking, loading and unloading, drainage, and screening and landscape plans.” The subject property is 18.4376-acres according to the survey prepared by James Beaty, RLS dated May 3, 2022. In terms of compability with adjacent uses, the parcel is entirely surrounded by single-family homes. Additionally, since there was previously a single-family home on this property which likley pre-dated our Code, Village Staff sees this proposed permitted use to be non-objectionable and consistent with the Code’s intent to have “uses that are compatible with the residential character”. In terms of the layout, the proposed home is proposed to be constructed by Stortz Custom Homes LLC, a local Richfield-based business located at 1717 Wolf Road. The home is proposed to be 4,876sqft and 6,289sqft if you account for the unfinished Village of Richfield 4128 Hubertus Road, Hubertus, WI Plan Commission Meeting Minutes August 4, 2022 7:00 PM basement. The proposed home was reviewed by the Village’s Building Inspection Department an d meets the development standards for the District. Motion by Trustee Wolff to approve the proposed single-family home to be located at 1450 St. Augustine Road (Tax Key: V10_065800A) subject to the following Specific Conditions of Approval: 1. That the petitioners receive all other necessary approvals from the Village of Richfield Building Inspection Department and Washington County. Seconded by Commissioner Berghammer; Motion passed without objection. e. Discussion/Action regarding a proposed Site Plan Review for the construction of a KYBO (shower/bathroom facility) for YMCA Camp Minikani located at 875 Amy Belle Lake Road (Tax Key: V10_0902) – YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee, Petitioner Administrator Healy introduced the item. The proposed KYBO building will separate the shower and restroom areas with separate entrances to either side by a standing seam polycarbonate roof panel system over a stamped concrete entryway. The perimeter of the building is proposed to be crushed granite to assist with drainage. The structure is proposed to have a combination of board and batten cement siding (presumably LP Smartside or James Hardieplank) and T&G-stained cedar siding on its exterior. The roof is proposed to be a steel standing seam metal roof with plywood roof sheathing, which is also permissible. On the north and south elevation of the structure, there are two (2) wood clad windows with frosted acrylic panel glazing to allow for natural light and privacy. There is proposed to be 10 transom windows with laminated clear glass and screens along the east and west exterior elevations. There is proposed to be a rainwater cistern that will have water routed from roof fascia, flashing, and continuous gutter along the perimeter of the shower structure to incorporate sustainability practices core to the Camp’s mission. In terms of building programming, there is proposed to be one (1) entrance to the girls’ showers and one (1) entrance to the boys’ showers each consisting of six (6) 3’x3’ standard shower stalls, one (1) 5’x5’ ADA shower stall, and one (1) stone countertop with inlaid sinks with a full-length mirror. Extending from each shower stall, is proposed to be a changing area with lockable privacy partition doors that will have a small shelf and hooks for personal belongings. The shower stalls will be separated on either side by 6” wide glazed brick up to 8’ in height. At the Architectural Review Board on July 20, 2022, the Architectural Review Board approved to proposed building design without objection. In terms of height, the building is less than 35’ tall which is the maximum height allowable in the P-1, Parks and Recreation District pursuant to Section 70.207(F)(1). Also, the sum total of the floor area of all buildings shall not exceed 10% of the total par k area [Sec. 70.207(F)(2)]. At 114 -acres, the maximum allowable coverage for buildings would be a total of 496,584sqft which this property does not even reasonably come close to. The setbacks for all buildings in the P -1 District is 40’ from any property boundary line, which this proposal is also well in excess of. Please refer to the prepared Site Plan by Rink+ for the location of “Explorer’s Hill” which is generally located in the northeastern part of the property. Village of Richfield 4128 Hubertus Road, Hubertus, WI Plan Commission Meeting Minutes August 4, 2022 7:00 PM “Recreational and Educational Camps” like the YMCA Camp Minikani are listed as a Permitted Principal Use pursuant to Section 70.207(B)(5). Motion by Commissioner Berghammer to accept the recommendation of the Architectural Review Board for the approval of the proposed KYBO for YMCA Camp Minikani located at 875 Amy Belle Lake Road (Tax Key: V10_0902), as presented; Seconded by Commissioner Cote; Motion passed without objection. Motion by Trustee Wolff to accept the recommendation of the Village Engineer in his letter dated July 27, 2022 for the approval of the Site, Grading and Erosion Control Plans for the proposed KYBO for YMCA Camp Minikani located at 875 Amy Belle Lake Road (Tax Key: V10_0902), as p resented; Seconded by Commissioner Naze; Motion passed without objection. f. Discussion/Action regarding a proposed Site Plan modification for Basse’s Taste of Country located at 3190 CTH Q (Tax Key: V10_139200B) – Basse Trust, Petitioner Village Administrator Healy introduced the item. Administrator Healy discussed the current compliance with the previously approved Conditional Use Permit. While there are some instances of non -conformity, it was the opinion of Staff that their business ope rations are substantially compliant. The Basse family is proposing to add an additional amenity to their property which is in the keeping and spirit of their previously adopted Conditional Use Permit. It is essentially a piano keyboard that allows people t o step on it and mechanical cows “sing” the notes. Village Staff did not want to administratively approve the proposed additional given the on-going discussion with the Basse’s and the Plan Commission over the last few years, so it was asked of the Plan Commission to determine whether they believed this was unobjectionable. Motion by Commissioner Naze to approve the proposed Site Plan Addition for Basse’s Taste of Country for the installation of their “Moozart Cowcerto” on the western portion of their pro perty located at 3190 CTH Q (Tax Key: V10_139200B) between numbers 20 and 22 as depicted on their Site Plan; Seconded by Commissioner Berghammer; Motion passed without objection. 6. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Trustee Wolff to adjourn the meeting at 7:34PM; Seconded by Commissioner Berghammer; Motion passed without objection. Respectfully Submitted, Jim Healy Village Administrator VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMMISSION COMMUNICATION FORM MEETING DATE: August 4, 2022 SUBJECT: DATE SUBMITTED: SUBMITTED BY: Site Plan Addition for Basse’s Taste of Country located at 3190 CTH Q (Tax Key: V10_139200B), Basse Trust, Petitioner July 25, 2022 Jim Healy, Village Administrator POLICY QUESTIONS: DOES THE PLAN COMMISSION WISH TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED SITE PLAN MODIFICATION TO ALLOW THE “PIANO COWS” AND ASSOCIATED SHED ROOF? ISSUE SUMMARY: The purpose of the agenda item tonight is to discuss the Basse family’s desire to place a temporary structure on the property that will function like a n interactive piano with keys placed on the ground that individuals can step on which produce various sounds coming through the mouths of the animatronic cows that are the colors of “black” and “white” to mimmick the keys on a traditional 88 -key piano . This proposed modification is consistent with the types of items I have administratively approved, with the permission of the Plan Commission in previous years, but given some of the sensitivities we’ve seen in recent years I wanted to bring this matter before the Plan Commission so that this Body could make the decision whether it was believed to be an appropriate addition to the property. I would add that while this fixture is proposed to be brought in on a skid steer and can easily be moved on/off the property, it will be housed under a shed roof to protect the electrical components and be structurally affixed to the ground for safety reasons. It is proposed to be located between “Tractor Tire Mountain” (#20 on detailed site plan legend) and “Farmer Skee Ball” (#22 on detailed site plan legend). In anticipation of this agenda item, on Monday, June 13th I visited the Basse’s Taste of Country property on CTH Q for the stated purpose of conducting what I am referring to as an “audit” of their existing Conditional Use Permit to determine how closely they are or are not following what was approved by the Plan Commission and Village Board several years ago. Present at the meeting were the Basse family and their Attorney Brian Randall. For approximately two (2) hours, we walked the property and went word-for-word through their Conditional Use Permit. In summary, based on my review and findings, I believe that the Basse’s Taste of Country property is substantially compliant with the terms of their Conditional Use Permit. To assist with our future site visit, the Basse’s commissioned Trio, a civil engineering firm based in Brookfield, to create a “Current Overall Site Plan” and a “Current Detailed Site Plan”. Those are attached herein for your convenience. Each amenity, less light poles, landscaping berms, trees, etc. are specifically noted by name in the “Site Plan Legend” which has a corresponding number on the face of the plan. For the purposes of this Memo, it was the request of the Plan Commission Chairman that we inventory the uses on the property and whether they follow the Conditional Use Permit. This analysis and narrative follows below: Amenity and/or Use Compliance with CUP Notes Limited to “Subject Property” Yes CSM formed to create 1 Lot Single Family Home Yes Basse family live on property Farming Operations in A-2 Yes Fruits/Vegetables Grown Seasonal Farm-related operation Yes They are seasonal and the amenities are “farm-related” Corn Maze Yes #23 Miniature Train Yes, but this area does have lighting which was prohibited. #19 & #39 Parking Lot Yes, but this area expanded further east without an engineered design. One access #34 Property owner has planted hundreds of apple trees in this area for future harvest • VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMMISSION COMMUNICATION FORM MEETING DATE: August 4, 2022 SUBJECT: DATE SUBMITTED: SUBMITTED BY: Site Plan Addition for Basse’s Taste of Country located at 3190 CTH Q (Tax Key: V10_139200B), Basse Trust, Petitioner July 25, 2022 Jim Healy, Village Administrator point for overflow parking remains. Pig Races Yes #4 Petting Zoo Yes #10 & #11 Playsets Yes #3, #6, #20 Ropes Course Yes #2 Inflatable Play Objects Yes #18 Pumpkin Blaster Yes #37* Apples no longer pumpkins Jailhouse Fun Fort Yes #24 Pony Rides Yes #38 Group Games Yes #36, #7, #12, #14, #22, #21 Buildings for P.O.S Yes #16, #17, #13, #29, #9, #5, #11, #35, #14, #15 U-Pick Activities Yes, all in Secondary Activity Area Strawberries, pumpkins, apples, sunflowers, lavender Lighting Provision No, allowed but not shown on any approved site plan Various “full cut-off” lights are strategically placed around the property for security on walking trails. They are generally not open when the lights are on and it is more so for the family’s personal security. Buildings have wall pack lights. 15-20 light poles exist. Signage Provision Yes Complies with Sign Code and permits applied for electronic messaging board sign and traditional signage. SBOP Provision Yes, this is where many of the new games/activity area/barn have developed from. The discretion the Plan Commission allowed me as the Planning and Zoning Administrator. Directed to “liberally apply” the provisions of this document. “If the petitioner would like to add a new activity to the Plan of Operation, the Zoning Administrator is authorized to review such petition and approve the same if it is in keeping with the spirit and intent of the CUP” (paraphrased) Specific Conditions of Approval “a” through “i” Yes They strictly meet the letter of the law with respect to these provisions, in my opinion. Licenses and Permits Yes, but many amenities which are “moveable” and “not permanent” were not permitted with building permits. WashOz Public Health Dept., DOR, Weights and Measures, Class “B” Beer License, Occupancy Permit, Fire Inspections, Pesticide License • VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMMISSION COMMUNICATION FORM MEETING DATE: August 4, 2022 SUBJECT: DATE SUBMITTED: SUBMITTED BY: Site Plan Addition for Basse’s Taste of Country located at 3190 CTH Q (Tax Key: V10_139200B), Basse Trust, Petitioner July 25, 2022 Jim Healy, Village Administrator Junk No – But debatable, in my opinion due to the nature of the decor. Five (5) vehicles exist on the property which by definition are “junk” but they are for decoration. In the end, the Basse family has been a good partner with the Village as we worked through the Zoning Code Recodification and in the opinion of Staff, what they are requesting is the type of amenity that the Plan Commission and Village Board have found unobjectionable in years past . As Staff has said before , whether a football is painted like a corncob or a basketball is painted like a basketball, for these types of interchangeable games/activities, the Plan Commission has historically given wide latitude to Village Staff to allowing them. However, being that we are in the beginnin g stages of potentially a new permitting paradigm with this business, I wanted to defer to the Plan Commission on whether t hese are the types of things this Body wanted to start seeing again or not. The actual dimensions of the shed roof that this electronic entertainment device will fit under is not noted, but one could estimate it to be approximately 20’ wide and an indeterminable width and height. Village Staff will reach out to the Basse family to ask them for appropriate dimensions prior to the Plan Commission meeting on Thursday, August 4th. It should be noted that the Village still aims to have a site visit to the Basse property with both the Plan Commission and Village Board in the coming months prior to their busy season in the fall. FUTURE IMPACT AND ANALYSIS: REVIEWED BY: ______________________________ Village Deputy Clerk Forward to Village Board: No Additional Approvals Needed: No Signatures Required: No ATTACHMENTS 1. Current & Detailed Site Plans for Basse’s Taste of Country 2. Conditional Use Permit for Basse’s Taste of Country 3. “Moozart Cowcerto” rendering STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Motion to approve the proposed Site Plan Addition for Basse’s Taste of Country for the installation of their “Moozart Cowcerto” on the western portion of their property located at 3190 CTH Q (Tax Key: V10_139200B) between numbers 20 and 22 as depicted on their Site Plan. APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL BY: VILLAGE CLERK USE ONLY BOARD ACTION TAKEN _____________________________________________ Village Staff Member _____________________________________________ Village Administrator Resolution No. _____________________ Ordinance No. _____________________ Approved _____________________ Other _____________________ Continued To: ______________________ Referred To: ______________________ Denied ______________________ File No. ______________________ • I I I I wt;,tt1 VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMMISSION COMMUNICATION FORM MEETING DATE: June 4, 2026 SUBJECT: Appointment of Plan Commission Vice-Chair DATE SUBMITTED: May 21, 2026 SUBMITTED BY: Jim Healy, Village Administrator POLICY QUESTIONS: WHICH MEMBER OF THE PLAN COMMISSION DOES THE BODY WISH TO ELECT TO THE POSITION OF VICE- CHAIR FOR A TERM OF ONE YEAR? ISSUE SUMMARY: In the Village's Charter Ordinance, Section 7-15(0), it states that the Plan Commission shall annually elect a Vice-Chair during the month of June. A Vice-Chair is sometimes chosen to assist the Chairman and can potentially serve as "Acting Chair" in the absence of the Chairman or when a motion involving the Chairman is being discussed. The Vice-Chair should be prepared at a moment's notice to assume the duties of Chairman and may be asked to attend special meetings should the Chairman not be able to attend. The Plan Commission's current Vice Chairman is Dan Naze. The term for this appointment is one (1) year. . FUTURE IMPACT AND ANALYSIS: '""'"''""· /Iv □· Forward to Village Board: No Village D p ty clerk Additional Approvals Needed: No Signatures Required: No ATTACHMENTS None. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Motion to appoint (INSERT NAME OF CANDIDATE) to the position of Vice-Chair of the Plan Commission for a term of one (I) year. APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL BY: VILLAGE CLERK USE ONLY BOARD ACTION TAKEN ~,GGIY'l <£,S ff/M --·- Resolution No. Continued To: -c~:_-- ~v·;;~ ./ . Ordimmce No. Referred To: / Approved Denied 7 · 'ge )\d1runistra ,r "></,/.- Other File No. ----. ... VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMMISSION COMMUNICATION FORM MEETING DATE: June 4, 2026 SUBJECT: Chapter 170- Continuous Improvement Efforts DATE SUBMITTED: May 29, 2026 SUBMITTED BY: Jim Healy, Village Administrator POllCY QUESTlONS: DOES THE PLAN COMMISSION WISH TO DlRECT STAFF TO RESEARCH ANY OF THE FOLLOWING TOPICS (OR OTHERS) AS A PART OF OUR ZONING CODE'S CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT PROCESS? ISSUE SUMMARY: The Village's Zoning Code was comprehensively reviewed and updated as part of the Village's 2022 Recodification process, which was undertaken to modernize the Code, improve organization and consistency, eliminate outdated references, and incorporate amendments that had occurred over time. Since adoption of the recodified Code, staff, applicants, property owners, and appointed bodies have continued to work through implementation of the updated regulations. As is common following a major recodification effort, several areas have been identified where additional clarification, policy direction, or refinement may be beneficial based upon practical application, evolving development trends, and interpretation of the ordinance language. The following items are presented for discussion and potential future consideration by the Plan Commission. One area identified for clarification involves the use and administration of financial guarantees. While the Code references financial guarantees in several locations, staff believes it would be beneficial to establish a clear and consistent definition specifying that a financial gu.arantee may consist of either a letter of credit or the required sum of cash held by the Village. Providing a formal definition would assist applicants, staff, and legal counsel by ensuring consistent interpretation and administration of guarantees associated with development projects, site restoration, landscaping, infrastructure improvements, or other conditions of approval requiring financial security. As a matter of policy, we do not like 'bonds' which is another form of a financial guarantee. Staff has also identified inconsistencies related to kennels within the Zoning Code. Specifically, Chapter 118-1 allows kennels within the Agricultural District; however, the Zoning Matrix and associated sections within Chapter 170A, including Sections 170A-2(8.02), 170A-2(17 .15), and 170A-2(17.16), do not consistently reflect that allowance. Clarification and cleanup of these provisions would improve consistency between the text of the ordinance and the zoning matrix, reduce potential confusion for applicants and staff, and ensure that permitted and conditional uses are accurately reflected throughout the Code. Several discussion items relate to accessory structures and how those structures are regulated throughout the Village. In recent years, the Village has processed five special exception requests related to accessory structures, three of which were located within platted subdivisions. This raises a broader policy question as to whether the Plan Commission wishes to continue reviewing all special exceptions associated with accessory structures or whether certain circumstances should be handled administratively. In addition, the current Code limits accessory structure height to 20 feet in most zoning districts. Staff discussion has centered not necessarily on increasing overall massing, but rather on allowing greater flexibility for steeper roof pitches so accessory structures can better match the architectural character and roof pitch of newer homes. One possible approach could include allowing additional overall height while simultaneously limiting wall height to maintain compatibility with surrounding properties. VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMMISSION COMMUNICATION FORM MEETING DATE: June 4, 2026 SUBJECT: Chapter 170- Continuous Improvement Efforts DATE SUBMITTED: May 29, 2026 SUBMITTED BY: Jim Healy, Village Administrator In conjunction with accessory structure discussions, staff believes the overall method used to measure building height throughout the Zoning Code should be reviewed. As residential architecture continues to evolve, particularly with varying roof designs, grade changes, and larger structures, the current measurement methodology may warrant refinement to ensure it is clear, consistent, and practical to administer. Similarly, the Code currently limits garage door height on primary residences to 10 feet. In situations where applicants are seeldng larger detached accessory structures or where suitable placement on a parcel is limited, staff often recommends considering additions to attached garages as an alternative. Should the Village consider allowing taller garage doors on principal structures, staffs preliminary recommendation would be that any oversized garage doors be limited to the rear-facing side of the residence to minimize visual impacts from the street. Additional cleanup items have also been identified throughout the Code. Staff recommends eliminating references to "front yard" where appropriate because the Zoning Code does not currently contain a definition for that term. Instead, references should be revised to "street yard," which is a defined and consistently applied zoning term within the ordinance. Staff has also identified potential updates to Section 170A-2(17.06) relating to boathouses, specifically tl1e requirement that boathouses contain a garage-type door facing the water body and prohibiting French, patio, or glass doors. Current trends in waterfront development indicate that boathouses are increasingly being utilized as multi-purpose recreational spaces that continue to store watercraft and related equipment but also include seating areas, small bars, gathering spaces, and roll-up style openings designed to enhance !alee enjoyment. The Plan Commission may wish to discuss whether the current standards continue to reflect the intended character and use of such structures. Another topic identified for potential discussion involves the Village's landscaping requirements and whether additional discretion or flexibility should be incorporated into the Code to allow the Plan Commission to consider alternative landscaping proposals on a case-by-case basis. As part of the 2022 recodification effort, the Village strengthened its landscaping provisions by incorporating financial guarantee requirements intended to help ensure that required landscaping improvements are installed and survive beyond initial planting. The ordinance currently allows landscaping installations to occur over two planting seasons in recognition of Wisconsin's climate and practical planting limitations. While the Village's landscaping standards were designed to promote long-term quality development, buffering, screening, and community aesthetics, staff believes it may be appropriate to review whether the required quantities, spacing, and minimum sizes of trees and shrubs remain practical and consistent with current industry standards and development trends. Also, is it unnecessarily complex? In addition, comparison with landscaping standards utilized by surrounding communities may provide useful context in evaluating whether the Village's current requirements continue to strike the appropriate balance between aesthetics, functionality, enforceability, and long-term success of plant materials. One final area of discussion is driveways. Staff often receive calls about the potential for a property owner to have a second driveway. Staff often find Section l 70.1704(B) of the Zoning Code difficult to interpret. Staff would like to reword the section and potentially create a graphic to provide clarity while keeping the intent of the section. If there are any other areas of the Zoning Code that the Plan Commission would like to explore, we are happy to do so. We just need the feedback, so we wanted to create the space for discussion in a public forum. VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD PLAN COMMISSION COMMUNICATION FORM MEETING DATE: Jw1e 4, 2026 SUBJECT: Chapter 170- Continuous Improvement Efforts DATE SUBMITTED: May 29, 2026 SUBMITTED BY: Jim Healy, Village Administrator FUTURE lMPACT AND ANALYSES: REVlEWED BY: Village Deput) Forward to Village Board: No Additional Approvals Needed: No Signatures Required: No ATTACffMENTS None, STAFF RECOMMENDATION: NIA APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL BY: VILLAGE CLERK USE ONLY BOARD ACTION TAKEN Resolution No. ______ _ Continued To: ______ _ Ordinance No. ______ _ Referred To: ______ _ Approved ______ _ Denied ______ _ Other ______ _ File No. ______ _