HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission - 07/13/2015 AGENDA EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION
Monday, July 13, 2015, 7:00 P.M.
PLANNING COMMISSION John Kirk, Jon Stoltz, Charles Weber, Travis Wuttke, Ann
MEMBERS: Higgins, Andrew Pieper, Ed Farr
STAFF MEMBERS: Regina Dean, Senior Planner; Rod Rue, City Engineer;
Matt Bourne, Manager of Parks and Natural Resources
I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE --ROLL CALL
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
III. MINUTES
A. Approval of the Minutes for the June 22, 2015 meeting
IV. INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS
V. PUBLIC MEETINGS
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. COMFORT INN EDEN PRAIRIE by Michael Monn Architects
Location: 7740 Flying Cloud Drive
Request for:
• Site Plan Review on 3.20 acres
B. CITY CODE AMENDMENT—ESTABLISH A TRANIT ORIENTED
DEVELOPMENT (TOD)ZONING DISTRICT by City of Eden Prairie
Request to
• Amend City Code Chapter 11, including establishment of a Transit Oriented
Development Zoning District and regulations for that zoning district.
VII. PLANNERS' REPORT
VIII. MEMBERS' REPORTS
A. CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE—LIGHT RAIL
IX. CONTINUING BUSINESS
X. NEW BUSINESS
XI. ADJOURNMENT
ANNOTATED AGENDA
TO: Planning Commission Members
FROM: Julie Klima, City Planner
RE: Planning Commission Meeting for Monday, July 13, 2015
MONDAY,July 13, 2015 7:00 PM, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
I. CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE-ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: Move to approve the agenda.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION: Move to approve the following Planning Commission minutes:
A. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2015
V. INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS
VI. PUBLIC MEETINGS
VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. COMFORT INN EDEN PRAIRIE by Michael Monn Architects
Request for:
• Site Plan Review on 3.20 acres
The project includes an exterior update of an existing hotel in Eden Prairie known
originally as Hampton Inn and more recently as Baymont Inn. The new franchise will be
Comfort Inn. In 1985 the Planning Commission and City Council reviewed and approved a
124 room, three-story hotel on the 3.2 acre site. The hotel was constructed in 1986. An
architectural feature included a metal mansard panel type structure placed around the
perimeter of the building rooftop. The site currently meets code requirement 134 parking
stalls. Existing landscape has reached maturity and provides screening of the building from
various views.
The applicant plans to update the exterior facade of the building to align itself with the
Comfort Inn Brand. This update will include:
• Removal of the existing mansard like panel around the perimeter of the building.
• Update the color scheme to the current brand standard.
• The addition of cornices at the roof line
• Update the Porte Cochere to match the revised building finishes.
The existing brick exterior will not be altered.
ANNOTATED AGENDA
June 22,2015
Page 2
Staff recommends approval.
MOTION 1: Move to recommend a continuance to the July 27, 2015
meeting.
OR
MOTION 1: Move to close the public hearing.
MOTION 2: Move to recommend approval of the Site Plan Review on 3.20
acres with conditions based on plans stamp dated June 5, 2015 and the
information included in staff report dated July 13, 2015.
MOTION 1: Move to close the public hearing.
MOTION 2: Move to recommend denial Site Plan Review on 3.20 acres with
conditions based on plans stamp dated June 5, 2015 and the information
included in staff report dated July 13, 2015.
B. CITY CODE AMENDMENT—ESTABLISH A TRANSIT ORIENTED
DEVELOPMENT (TOD)ZONING DISTRICT by City of Eden Prairie
Request to:
• Amend City Code Chapter 11, including establishment of a Transit Oriented
Development Zoning District and regulations for that zoning district
In December of 2012, the City of Eden Prairie received $60,000 from the Metropolitan
Council Livable Communities Act Transit Oriented Development Pre-Development grant
fund. The City provided a $15,000 match consisting of in-kind staff services. With the
grant funds the City hired consultant, HKGi, to prepare a TOD Zoning Ordinance for all 5
proposed light rail stations within Eden Prairie including: City West, Golden Triangle,
Town Center, Southwest and Mitchell Road.
In 2014, through discussion of the proposed ordinance with the City Council, Planning
Commission, Conservation Commission, Chamber of Commerce Government Committee,
City staff and other stakeholders a working draft of the TOD Ordinance was prepared.
The proposed TOD ordinance is compatible with established city policies and goals. A
TOD ordinance will provide greater opportunities for jobs and housing near future transit
stations by allowing higher densities and potentially a mix of uses in a walkable and
aesthetic environment.
ANNOTATED AGENDA
June 22,2015
Page 3
Once the working draft of the ordinance was prepared it was determined that additional
changes to the draft would be necessary to address concerns identified by staff and external
stakeholders. Based on staff and stakeholder input staff has proposed changes within the
following general themes:
• Town Center and TOD Ordinance—based on existing policy, Planning
Commission feedback and staff analysis it was determined that the Town Center
zoning ordinance is most compatible with the City's vision established by the Major
Center Area Study and Town Center Design Guidelines. It is proposed that the
TOD ordinance will not apply to the area that is currently guided Town Center. In
this scenario, the area would remain guided Town Center and would be rezoned to
Town Center. Staff will continue to develop language for the Town Center zoning
ordinance to strengthen existing elements of TOD. Future proposed changes to the
Town Center zoning ordinance may include bike parking requirements, additional
landscaping options, and TDM plan requirements.
• Infrastructure Impacts (including height and stories)—this will be addressed
with the amendment to the Comprehensive Guide Plan to address TOD.
• Applicability of the Ordinance—Staff is continuing to rework this language to
further the purpose of TOD while providing flexibility to businesses and property
owners.
• Building Standards—front yard setback standards were revised to allow for
outdoor dining or usable open space.
• Vehicle Parking Standards—Office parking was changed from 4/1000 maximum
parking spaces to 5/1000 maximum parking spaces per square feet of gross floor
area.
• Bike Parking Standards—the bike parking requirement was decreased and allows
for the opportunity for shared parking and proof of parking.
• Landscaping—Shrubs and perennials were added to the required plant material list
for new or redevelopment. This will allow these plantings to count for landscaping
credit.
• Transportation Demand Management(TDM) Requirements—the language was
revised that is reflective of current best practices used by the City.
If approved, the proposed ordinance changes will be added to the city code as a new zoning
district.
A draft of the proposed TOD ordinance is attached. Additional feedback from
stakeholders, Planning Commission, City Council and the City Attorney is expected to
occur during the public hearing process. All feedback will be reviewed and evaluated for
possible incorporation into the proposed ordinance throughout the public review process.
ANNOTATED AGENDA
June 22,2015
Page 4
The Commission is asked to recommend approval of the proposed TOD ordinance to the
City Council.
Staff recommends approval of the TOD ordinance.
MOTION 1: Move to recommend a continuance to the July 27, 2015
meeting.
OR
MOTION 1: Move to close the public hearing.
MOTION 2: Move to recommend approval of the Amendment to City Code
Chapter 11, including establishment of a Transit Oriented Development
Zoning District and regulations for that zoning district based on the
information included in staff report dated July 13, 2015.
VIII. PLANNERS' REPORT
IX. MEMBERS' REPORT
A. COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CAC) REPORT
X. CONTINUING BUSINESS
XI. NEW BUSINESS
XII. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Move to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting.
UNAPPROVED MINUTES
EDEN PRAIRIE PLANNING COMMISSION
MONDAY,JUNE 22, 2015 7:00 P.M., CITY CENTER
Council Chambers
8080 Mitchell Road
COMMISSION MEMBERS: Jon Stoltz, John Kirk, Travis Wuttke, Ann
Higgins, Charles Weber, Andrew Pieper, Ed Farr
STAFF MEMBERS: Julie Klima, City Planner
Rod Rue, City Engineer
Stu Fox, Manager of Parks and Natural Resources
Julie Krull, Recording Secretary
I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE—ROLL CALL
Vice Chair Kirk called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Stoltz and Weber were absent.
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION by Higgins, seconded by Farr, to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.
III. MINUTES
A. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON MAY 11, 2015
MOTION by Higgins, seconded by Fan, to approve the minutes. Motion
carried 5-0.
B. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON JUNE 8, 2015
MOTION by Higgins, seconded by Farr, to approve the minutes. Motion
carried 5-0.
IV. INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS
V. PUBLIC MEETINGS
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. VARIANCE #2015-02 by Lisanne Oster; J M & B A Kirtland Trustees
Eden Prairie Planning Commission Minutes
June 22, 2015
Page 2
Location: 9008 and 9010 Riley Lake Road 9 (Continued Item)
Request to:
• Permit a lot size of 1.26 acres. City Code requires a lot size of 10 acres
in the Rural Zoning District
• Permit side yard setbacks less than 50 feet for one side and a
combination of 150 feet for both side yards in the Rural Zoning District
• Permit a shoreland setback for a single family house no closer than 64
feet to the Ordinary High Water Level (OHWL) of lake riley(DNR
Classified Recreational Development Waters.) City Code requires a 100'
setback from the OHWL.
Lisanne Oster presented the proposal. She stated they were here in May and
stated then they would like to build a permanent home on 2 lots. This would
replace the seasonal cabin on this piece of property. After meeting with the
Commission, two issues arose with this variance request; tree loss and tax
valuation of the property. A continuance was requested at the last meeting to
allow time to refine the proposed plan. Ms. Oster said they are back tonight
with an additional request for the shoreland setback. This would be where the
current cabin is located. Because of the continued use of the property for
residential purposes there is no taxation change and the tree loss would be
minimal.
Vice Chair Kirk asked Klima to review the staff report. Klima said the request
is for three variances and staff recommendation is for approval.
Vice Chair Kirk opened the meeting up for public input.
John Bushey, of 9000 Riley Lake Road, is the neighbor two houses to the west
of the project proponent. He said he is here tonight to show support of this
project.
Farr said he has a number of issues with this project. The first would be the
existing garage has nearly a zero setback. On the plan it says this structure is to
be saved and Farr said he would like to see it come down. Ms. Oster said the
garage is a functional garage and they have been using it for years. Farr asked if
this would meet the setback requirements today. Klima said this would not meet
the requirements today in regards to setbacks. Ms. Oster said if they were to ask
for a four car garage they would have to take out two trees. Vice Chair Kirk
asked why this was not in a variance. Klima said it is a non-conforming
structure but since no changes are proposed to the structure, it is protected by its
non-conforming status. Farr asked if the Commission could add conditions to
the variance. Klima said it is up to the applicant if they want to take it down.
The City does not have the authority to require its removal.
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June 22, 2015
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Farr said in regards to the tree loss, he is questioning the value of trees being
removed on the east side and asked if they are in the shoreland area. He stated
there is nothing referencing replacement trees between the home and shoreland.
He said one way to compensate for the tree loss is there is a cluster of red oaks
slatted to be removed in the southwest corner and he said he would like to see
those trees be saved.
Vice Chair Kirk asked the Commission if there were other questions regarding
trees.
Wuttke asked if there are any trails in the area. Fox said there is one on the
north side of Riley Lake Road.
Wuttke asked if there could be a minimal setback for a non-conforming garage.
Klima said the garage is protected and the Commission cannot require them to
change it. Wuttke asked Klima how many non-conforming structures have
minimal front yard setbacks. Klima said there are other examples throughout
the city of accessory structures that do not meet setback requirements.
Farr asked if the redistribution of replacement trees would better help with the
variance. Fox said they ask the project proponent to keep trees similar to what
has been replaced, but there is not a code requirement specifying placement
locations. This soil is not very good on the east side of the property. It is up to
the developer where they are placed. Ms. Oster said the tree loss and
replacement are very important to them and they will work with city staff for
suggestions. Farr said on May 11 the project proponent did not specify species
for tree replacement and commented they still have not. He asked if the
commission can draft a condition saying if they are replacing trees he would
like to see 75 percent of the same species replaced as the ones taken down. Fox
said they can work with the project proponent to ensure trees live one year after
planting but they can pick the trees to be replaced.
Higgins said she is uncomfortable to place conditions on variances in regards to
trees. Wuttke commented that he has confidence in the project proponent in
regards to tree replacement. Pieper concurs with Wuttke.
Farr said he would encourage redistribution of replacement trees and would like
to have City Staff give direction. Wuttke asked Farr how we could language
something to give a condition but allow City Staff discretion. Farr said the
commission could state, "Distribution of replacement trees giving the City
Forrester total discretion."
Vice Chair Kirk said in regards to the issues raised; the commission cannot do
anything with the garage. In regards to redistribution of replacement trees, the
project proponent said they are willing to work City Staff and that has been a
mechanism used in the past. Vice Chair Kirk said in regards to this, he does
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June 22, 2015
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not believe modifications are necessary as the project proponent said she is
willing to work with the City Staff. Wuttke said he concurs with Vice Chair
Kirk.
Higgins said she is also sensitive to this and feels the project proponent will
work with Staff and would like to move ahead with the variance. Pieper said he
agrees with Higgins. Farr said he will support that decision also.
MOTION by Wuttke, seconded by Higgins, to close the public hearing.
Motion carried 5-0.
MOTION by Wuttke, seconded by Pieper, to recommend approval of the Final
Order#2015-2 with conditions based on plans stamp dated June 3, 2015 and the
information included in the staff report dated June 22, 2015. Motion carried 5-
0.
B. VARIANCE #2015-03 by Central Bank
Location: 6640 Shady Oak Road
Request to:
• Permit a building identification wall sign up to 112.5 square feet on the
north elevation in the Office zoning district.
• Permit a building identification wall sign up to 112.5 square feet on the
south elevation in the Office zoning district.
Jerry Hentges presented the proposal. He said a year ago they agreed to remove
a sign on the building. Since that time the bank has been part of a merger and
they would like to extend the variance for another year.
Vice Chair Kirk asked Klima to review the staff report. Klima said this
variance was approved last year. Aerotek moved ahead with their sign and
Central Bank is asking for an extension to install the signs on the north and
south elevation due to a recent merger which may result in a company name
change. Staff recommends approval. There is no material change only a change
in the time frame.
Vice Chair Kirk opened the meeting up for public input. There was no input.
Wuttke asked Staff if the time frames can be changed on the variances as it has
on the PUD. Klima stated the recent changes in code addressed preliminary
plats. Variances are governed by another section of the city code. This request is
unique however staff will monitor if similar requests become more frequent.
Wuttke asked if this will be brought up again when the merger takes place.
Klima stated if the variance is approved the sign change would be handled
through the sign permitting process.
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June 22, 2015
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Farr said he read an article that the merger would take place in the second
quarter of 2015 and asked why they need to request this. The project proponent
said it was purchased then but will take another year for the sign change.
MOTION by Higgins, seconded by Wuttke, to close the public hearing.
Motion carried 5-0.
MOTION by Higgins, seconded by Wuttke, to recommend approval of the
Final Order#2015-03 with conditions based on plans stamp dated May 2, 2015
and the information included in the staff report dated June 22, 2015. Motion
carried 5-0.
C. SHOPS AT SOUTHWEST STATION by Venture Pass Partners, LLC
Location: 13000 Technology Drive
Request to:
• Planned Unit Concept Review on 1.67 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers and Zoning
District Amendment within the Regional Commercial Service zoning
district on 1.67 acres
• Site Plan Review on 1.67 acres
Dave Carland, representing Venture Pass Partners,presented the proposal. He
said they are in the process of buying Santorini's restaurant and would like to
reconstruct a building and locate tenants in this area. He stated they will have
high tech architecture and it will look nice.
Vice Chair Kirk asked Klima to review the staff report. Klima said the
applicant proposes to put 4 new tenants in this structure. The waivers are
existing conditions from prior PUD approvals.
Vice Chair Kirk opened the meeting up for public input. There was no input.
Farr asked if there will be a transformer in the southeast area of the property.
Mr. Carland said Xcel will require the transformers to be outside.
Farr asked if they plan on using a pylon sign and will that be in the way of the
LRT. Klima said the site plan does include a sign however all signage will need
to go through the sign permitting process.
Farr said they are proposing LED fixtures for the parking lights and asked if this
was okay with staff. Klima said what they are proposing is satisfactory to staff.
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Higgins asked when they would like to start construction. The project
proponent said they would like to start in the fall of 2015.
MOTION by Farr, seconded by Pieper, to close the public hearing. Motion
carried 5-0.
MOTION by Farr, seconded by Higgins, to recommend approval of the
Planned Unite Development Concept Review on 1.67 acres; Planned Unit
Development District Review with waivers and Zoning District Amendment
within the Regional Commercial Service zoning district on 1.67 acres and Site
Plan Review on 1.67 acres based on plans stamp dated June 2, 2015 and the
information included in the staff report dated June 22, 2015. Motion carried 5-
0.
VII. PLANNERS' REPORT
A. DRAFT TOD ORDINANCE
Regina Dean presented a PowerPoint presentation that provided an overview of
the draft proposed ordinance. Since the February 9, 2015 Planning Commission
meeting staff has obtained additional feedback through internal TOD staff
meetings,public outreach with the Chamber of Commerce Government
Committee and conducted a series of 1 on 1 stakeholder meetings with property
representatives that could be affected by the proposed ordinance. This
presentation is for information only and no action is required by the Planning
Commission. The draft TOD ordinance will be scheduled for a Public Hearing
at the July 13, 2015 Planning Commission meeting where a formal
recommendation will be requested. It could be presented to the City Council on
August 18, 2015.
VIII. MEMBERS' REPORT
A. COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE—LIGHT RAIL
Pieper said the next meeting will be Tuesday, June 30th.
IX. CONTINUING BUSINESS
No continuing business.
X. NEW BUSINESS
Vice Chair Kirk wanted to thank Stu Fox for his 38 years of service as he is retiring.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
Eden Prairie Planning Commission Minutes
June 22, 2015
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MOTION by Pieper, seconded by Higgins, to adjourn the Planning Commission
meeting. Motion carried 5-0.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:07 p.m.
TO : Planning Commission
FROM : Steve Durham, Planner II
DATE : July 13 , 2015
SUBJECT : Comfort Inn Eden Prairie
APPLICANT : Michael Monn Architects
FEE OWNER : DIYA Hospitality
LOCATION : 7740 Flying Cloud Drive , Eden Prairie , MN
120 DAY REVIEW : October 2 , 2015
REQUEST : • Site Plan Review on 3 . 20 acres
HISTORY-EXISTING CONDITION
In 1985 the Planning Commission and City Council reviewed and approved a 124 room, three -
story hotel on the 3 . 2 acre site . The hotel was constructed in 1986 . An architectural feature
included a metal mansard panel type structure placed around the perimeter of the buildings '
rooftop . The site currently meets the code requirement of 134 parking stalls . Existing landscape
has reached maturity and provides screening of the building from various views .
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN & ZONING
The Comprehensive Guide Plan shows the site guided Commercial Regional Service . The property
is zoned Commercial Regional Service C -Reg- Ser. The property to the north across , Highway 212 ,
is Guided Industrial land use and zoned I-2 . The property to the south is Guided Regional
Commercial and Zoned C -Reg- Ser and Office .
SITE PLAN REVIEW
The applicant plans to update the exterior facade of the building to align itself with the Comfort
Inn Brand . This update will include :
• Removal of the existing mansard like panel around the perimeter of the building .
• Update the color scheme to the current brand standard .
• The addition of cornices at the roof line
• Update the Porte Cochere to match the revised building finishes .
The proposed site plan revisions meet exterior building material requirements as required by City
Code . The proposed exterior building plan revisions are consistent with the original approved
exterior building materials . The only alteration will be the removal of the mansard like panel
around the perimeter of the building . The existing stucco columns remain, but the existing rounded
corners at the third floor level will be squared off.
Staff Report — Comfort Inn Eden Prairie
July 13 , 2015
Page 2
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of the following request :
Site Plan Review on3 . 20 acres
The recommendation is based on plans stamp dated June 29 , 2015 , the Staff Report dated July 13 ,
2015 and the following conditions :
1 . Prior to building permit issuance for the property, the proponent shall :
A . Color Sample pallets be submitted for Planning Department File .
B . Include provision for a bike rack in the proposed plan . The inclusion of a bike rack will
promote the Comprehensive goals of the City of Eden Prairie Pedestrian and Bicycle
Plan and the goals outlined in the Eden Prairie major Center Area Study .
C . Any rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened at the time of building permit
issuance with a metal panel according to City Code , Chapter 11 mechanical screening
standard .
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STAFF REPORT:
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Regina Dean, Senior Planner
DATE: July 13, 2015
SUBJECT: City Code Amendment—Establishment of a Transit Oriented Development
(TOD) zoning district including regulations
BACKGROUND
In December of 2012, the City of Eden Prairie received $60,000 from the Metropolitan Council
Livable Communities Act Transit Oriented Development Pre-Development grant fund. The City
provided a$15,000 match consisting of in-kind staff services. With the grant funds the City
hired consultant, HKGi, to prepare a TOD Zoning Ordinance for all 5 proposed light rail stations
within Eden Prairie including: City West, Golden Triangle, Town Center, Southwest and
Mitchell Road.
In 2014, through discussion of the proposed ordinance with the City Council, Planning
Commission, Conservation Commission, Chamber of Commerce Government Committee, City
staff and other stakeholders a working draft of the TOD Ordinance was prepared based on
supportive policy documents and studies identified below:
• Comprehensive Guide Plan including the Transportation, Redevelopment& Economic
Development, and Active Community Planning Chapters.
• Golden Triangle Study
• Golden Triangle—EPA/Global Green Study
• Major Center Area Study
• Town Center Zoning Ordinance
• Town Center Design Guidelines
• 2012 Housing and Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Hennepin County studies: Station Area Plans, Investment Framework(TSAAP)
The proposed TOD ordinance is compatible with established city policies and goals. A TOD
ordinance will provide greater opportunities for jobs and housing near future transit stations by
allowing higher densities and potentially a mix of uses in a walkable and aesthetic environment.
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL OUTREACH
Once the working draft of the ordinance was prepared it was determined that additional changes
to the draft would be necessary to address concerns identified by staff and external stakeholders.
An internal staff group was assembled and a reoccurring meeting schedule was setup to discuss
the following themes identified in the draft ordinance listed below:
• Infrastructure Impacts
• Applicability of the Ordinance
• Development Standards
• Building Standards
• Vehicle Parking Standards
• Bike Parking Standards
• Landscaping and Open Space
• Transportation Demand Management(TDM) Requirements
In March and April 2015, City staff conducted a number of 1-on-1 meetings with stakeholders
near the five future LRT stations to obtain feedback on a series of topics. Topics where feedback
was discussed included the purpose of the ordinance,parking requirements, height or story
requirements, sustainability requirements, bicycle parking, and flexibility in applying the
ordinance. Below is a summary of comments received at the 1-on-1 meetings:
• Generally stakeholders were supportive of the concept of TOD. Two stakeholders were
not supportive of TOD or Light Rail.
• Stakeholders expressed concern about the implementation of zoning on the ground and
the potential for non-conforming status.
• Stakeholders expressed preference for an ordinance that offers transition and compromise
and would like flexibility if they were to propose redevelopment in the future.
• Stakeholders expressed concern over the Office use parking maximum of 4 spaces per
1,000 square feet of gross floor area. Stakeholders communicated that potential tenants
typically request parking at 5 to 6.5 parking spaces per 1,000 square feet of gross floor
area.
• Height/number of stories was not a concern.
• Sustainability features are typically incorporated based on tenant requests or cost benefit
for the property owner.
• Stakeholders expressed concern over the amount of bike parking required. Currently
property owners provide bike parking based on tenant requests.
• Stakeholders provided positive examples of TOD developments they were familiar with.
In February 2015 and June 2015, City staff presented updates on the redrafted proposed
ordinance to the Planning Commission. In February, staff provided a PowerPoint presentation
which compared the existing Town Center ordinance with the proposed TOD Ordinance, and
identified next steps including additional public outreach, Comprehensive Guide Plan changes,
and ordinance adoption. In June, staff presented an overview of the redrafted proposed
ordinance highlighting changes to the following sections: Applicability including impacts and
opportunities for existing properties, development standards including height and number of
stories, vehicle parking, bicycle parking, and landscaping standards. The Planning Commission
provided staff with additional feedback at each meeting.
The outcome of each meeting, workshop and internal and external stakeholder outreach helped
shape the final staff recommendation.
CODE CHANGES
Based on staff and stakeholder input staff has proposed changes within the following general
themes:
• Town Center and TOD Ordinance—based on existing policy, Planning Commission
feedback and staff analysis it was determined that the Town Center zoning ordinance is
most compatible with the City's vision established by the Major Center Area Study and
Town Center Design Guidelines. It is proposed that the TOD ordinance will not apply to
the area that is currently guided Town Center. In this scenario, the area would remain
guided Town Center and would be rezoned to Town Center. Staff will continue to
develop language for the Town Center zoning ordinance to strengthen existing elements
of TOD. Future proposed changes to the Town Center zoning ordinance may include
bike parking requirements, additional landscaping options, and TDM plan requirements.
• Infrastructure Impacts (including height and stories)—this will be addressed with the
amendment to the Comprehensive Guide Plan to address TOD.
• Applicability of the Ordinance—Staff is continuing to rework this language to further
the purpose of TOD while providing flexibility to businesses and property owners.
• Building Standards—front yard setback standards were revised to allow for outdoor
dining or usable open space.
• Vehicle Parking Standards—Office parking was changed from 4/1000 maximum
parking spaces to 5/1000 maximum parking spaces per square feet of gross floor area.
• Bike Parking Standards—the bike parking requirement was decreased and allows for
the opportunity for shared parking and proof of parking.
• Landscaping—Shrubs and perennials were added to the required plant material list for
new or redevelopment. This will allow these plantings to count for landscaping credit.
• Transportation Demand Management(TDM) Requirements—the language was
revised that is reflective of current best practices used by the City.
If approved, the proposed ordinance changes will be added to the city code as a new zoning
district.
A draft of the proposed TOD ordinance is attached. Additional feedback from stakeholders,
Planning Commission, City Council and the City Attorney is expected to occur during the public
hearing process. All feedback will be reviewed and evaluated for possible incorporation into the
proposed ordinance throughout the public review process. The Commission is asked to
recommend approval of the proposed TOD ordinance to the City Council.
PROPOSED TIMELINE FOR TOD ORDINANCE ADOPTION
July 13thPlanning Commission Public Hearing
August 18th—City Council Public Hearing(if approved by Planning Commission)
August 18th—City Council Consent Agenda(unanimous approval required for consent to occur
the same evening)
September 8th—City Council Consent Agenda(if needed)
NEXT STEPS
If the proposed code language is adopted a series of next steps are proposed including updates to
the Comprehensive Guide Plan and rezoning of properties.
Below are identified next steps following TOD ordinance adoption:
1. Review of the Comprehensive Guide Plan Language
2. Evaluation of the Comprehensive Guide Plan Land Use Map
3. Planning Commission and City Council Review of the proposed Comprehensive
Guide Plan Changes
4. Metropolitan Council Review of Comprehensive Guide Plan Changes
5. Implement zoning of properties for TOD and Town Center.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the TOD ordinance.
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SECTION 11._. TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT (TOD) ORDINANCE
Subd. 1. Purposes.
The intent of the Transit Oriented Development (TOD)zoning ordinance is to provide for development of
attractive, compact, pedestrian-friendly, high density, environmentally and economically sustainable,
transit-oriented areas which allow a complementary mix of land uses. A TOD land use pattern supports
transit system investments, optimizes development opportunities, and helps achieve many goals and
policies outlined in the Eden Prairie Comprehensive Plan. To support the intent of Transit Oriented
Development(TOD), the specific purposes of the TOD zoning districts are to:
A. Promote high density development within convenient walking and biking distance of a transit station,
including increased residential densities, employee densities, and non-residential floor area ratios
(FARs);
B. Accommodate a complementary mix of market-supportive land uses including residential, office,
public (buildings, plazas, open spaces), light industrial, and where appropriate, select commercial
uses;
C. Ensure building and site design is oriented to public spaces—streets, sidewalks, plazas, open
spaces, and the transit station—and emphasizes a pedestrian-friendly environment;
D. Support an urban design pattern that encourages active living and healthy mobility choices, including
walking, biking, riding scooters, and rollerblading, and other forms of pedestrian travel and includes
accommodations for persons with disabilities to connect to transit;
E. Promote strategies and designs that decrease parking needs and requirements, including
compact/mixed-use development patterns, on-street parking,joint use parking, structured parking,
access to transit and shuttle services, bike sharing, and car sharing;
F. Incorporate public amenities such as parks and plazas, civic spaces, public art, landscaped
streetscapes, benches, and sidewalks/trails that provide connections between development sites,
transit, and the City's overall sidewalk/trail network;
G. Incorporate urban design principles that promote the safety and comfort of residents, employees,
visitors, and transit riders;
H. Promote high quality and aesthetically attractive building forms that contribute to a positive City
image, help to identify the unique characteristics of the location, and enhance the streetscape
environment for pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, and vehicular drivers; and
I. Incorporate sustainability practices relating to building lifespan such as reuse and recycling of
materials, energy and water efficiency, storm water management, and economic resilience through
lower operating costs.
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There are three (3)Transit Oriented Development (TOD) zoning districts:
A. The TOD-Mixed Use (TOD-MU)district encourages high-density, mixed-use, and pedestrian-oriented
development that supports transit usage.
B. The TOD-Residential (TOD-R)district allows for moderate-to high-density residential development
with some allowance for limited commercial uses.
C. The TOD-Employment (TOD-E) district allows for moderate-to high-density office, light industrial and
institutional development with some allowance for limited commercial uses.
The individual TOD district standards are described in Subdivision 3.
Subd. X. Definitions.
A. Transit Oriented Development(TOD) is commonly described as a community or development
that mixes residential, office, commercial and open space, and allows for convenient or direct
access to public transportation, eliminating the need to rely on a car for transportation. The
design of TOD is specifically influenced by transit and focuses on walkability and connections to
other sites as well as transit.
B. 10-Minute Walkshed is the area surrounding each of an existing or planned commuter bus or
light rail transit station that is accessible by walking within a 10-minute timeframe.
C. Commercial Ready—a space constructed to meet a minimum ground floor height that
accommodates retail/commercial use as established by City Code Chapter 11. The intent of
Commercial Ready standard is to provide the flexibility to occupy ground floor space in
accordance with market demand while allowing a future transition to retail/commercial uses as
the market dictates.
D. Pilaster is a shallow rectangular column placed on a building façade, typically as a decorative
architectural element to provide articulation of the building façade.
E. Ornamental grillwork is a decorative metal grate placed on a building façade to provide
screening and architectural interest along a street front facade.
F. Stacked Building is a multi-level structure comprised of single-floor or multi-floor units that are
stacked vertically and connected with one or more shared entries. This building type is typically
designed for residential, hospitality, or office uses.
G. Attached Building is an individual structure on a parcel consisting of multiple similar units
arranged side by side where each unit shares a common wall with the adjacent unit. All building
entries are located at the ground level facing the primary street or facing a courtyard that is open
to the street.
H. Flex Building is a building designed to be versatile and may be used in combination with office,
research and development, sales/showroom, industrial processing, distribution/warehousing, or
high tech.
I. Liner Building is a building designed to line the outside of a parking structure along a public
street frontage with an active ground floor use. A liner building may also include active upper
floors.
J. Building Break—Include recesses in the building facade, material changes, or other methods of
building articulation that break down the perceived scale of the building or create visual interest.
Building breaks create the impression that one building is two or more buildings and improve the
building's overall composition and aesthetic.
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K. Building Stepback—A setback of a building's upper floor(s) in order to reduce the building's
bulk, articulate the base of the building, ensure a more comfortable street environment, and
provide light and air at street level.
L. Building Street Frontage—The proportion of a lot's frontage on a public street that is occupied
by a building as measured at the required maximum front yard setback. Corner lots must meet
maximum front yard setback requirements for both public street frontages.
M. Building Transparency—Openings in the street-facing façade of a building which are
transparent, including windows and doors that enable increased physical and/or visual interaction
between street/sidewalk/plaza activities and a building's interior uses and activities.
N. Drive-Thru Facilities— Facilities that accommodate automobiles and from which the occupants
of the automobiles may make purchases or transact business, including the stacking spaces
needed for waiting vehicles. Examples of drive-thru facilities include, but are not limited to, drive-
up windows, menu boards, order boards or boxes, drive-in restaurants and drive-up banks.
O. Joint Use Parking -A parking facility shared by two or more uses, or a parking facility that is
shared by one or more uses.
P. Mixed-Use Building —A multi-story building that contains allowed retail and services on the
ground floor and allowed residential and/or office uses on the upper floors.
Q. Neighborhood commercial —Small scale retail stores and personal services primarily serving
residential areas and nearby businesses and their employees and small scale specialty shops
and services as further defined in the Comprehensive Plan.
R. Flex Space: A use providing its occupants the flexibility of utilizing the space. Usually provides a
configuration allowing a flexible amount of office or showroom space in combination with
manufacturing, laboratory, warehouse distribution, etc.
Subd. 2. Applicability.
A Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)district may be requested for property within the 10-minute
walkshed (the area within a 10-minute walking distance, or roughly a half-mile) of an existing or planned
commuter bus or light rail transit station. Beyond the 10-minute walkshed areas, a TOD District may also
be requested.
All new development including, but not limited to: buildings, building additions, private drives and access
roads, parking areas, landscaping, open spaces, and pedestrian/bicycle ways designated to be within the
TOD District, shall be developed in accordance with the provisions in this Chapter.
Effective after the effective date of adoption of this amendment to Chapter 11, all new structures,
including additions and expansions shall conform to all requirements set forth herein.
The requirements of the TOD ordinance are subject to waivers provided a Planned Unit Development is
requested in accordance to the requirements of section 11.40 of the City Code.
Subd. 3. District Development Standards.
The following tables and diagrams include development standards for each of the three TOD zoning
districts and are intended to identify the use of the word "identify" be better here - it is more certain] the
desired character, form, and scale of development within each district. Additional standards and required
conditions that apply across all of the TOD zoning districts are addressed in Subdivisions 4 through 8 of
this section.
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A. Development Standards: Transit Oriented Development- Mixed Use (TOD-MU)
STATEMENT OF POLICY: The TOD-Mixed Use (TOD-MU) district encourages high-density, mixed-use,
and pedestrian-oriented development that supports transit usage. The TOD-MU district is intended to
generally be applied closest to the transit station. Buildings are mid-to high-rise structures with active
ground floor uses. A mix of office, residential, hotel, and institutional uses, along with ground floor shops,
services, and restaurants encourage activity throughout the day, and provide residents, visitors, transit
riders, and employees with amenities and services that support their day-to-day needs within convenient
walking distance. The specific permitted uses are set forth below in the chart titled Permitted Uses-TOD-
MU District. The diagrams set out below are intended to illustrate the application of the above statement
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level and screened on upper floors.
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Permitted Uses—TOD-MU District
Permitted Uses Performance Standards
Commercial 1. The ground floor in all buildings in the mixed use
- Neighborhood commercial district shall be built commercial ready. This applies to
- Restaurants and food service 80% of the ground floor building width and the first 30
- Business and professional offices feet of depth from the building face.
- Hotels/Hospitality/Lodging 2. Drive-thrus are only allowed when the drive-thru
Residential lanes are internally located within the parking
- Multiple-Family Dwellings structure.
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- Libraries shall not exceed 10,000 sq. ft. in area with the
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- Parks 25,000 sq. ft. in area.
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1. All off-street parking in the TOD-MU District shall be provided in an enclosed building or structure.
Surface parking is not permitted.
2. The location and quantity of off-street parking will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis as part of the
development review process. Off-street parking requirements may be reduced if the applicant can
demonstrate meeting the requirement through joint use, district, off-site, or on-street See Subdivision 5
for more on off-street parking standards.
3. Parking ramps facing a public street must be lined on the street-facing side with an active ground floor
use or commercial ready space. If no upper floor uses are present the ramp must be appropriately
screened - as required in Subdivision 5.
4. For new development occurring within the TOD Districts, on-street parking along the use's lot frontage
may count towards the parking requirements when reviewed and approved through a Planned Unit
Development. This count shall be rounded to the nearest whole number.
5. Residential developments may provide for visitor parking through on-street and/or district/joint use
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Floor Area Ratio (FAR)' 1.5 min 1. Parking structures shall not be included in
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Lot Standards -TOD MU District not the exact location or distribution per se.
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(a) Lot Width 50 ft min 3. The ground floor in all buildings in the mixed
use district shall be built commercial ready.
(b) Lot Depth 100 ft min This applies to 80% of the ground floor building
(c) Front Yard Setback (ft)' 0 min; 10 max width and the first 30 feet of depth from the
building face.
(d) Side Yard Setback (ft) 0 min 4. Buildings exceeding 40 feet in width along a
street are required to incorporate articulation in
(e) Rear Yard Setback (ft) 0 min street-facing façades. Articulation includes
(g) Usable Open Space 2 7% recesses in the building facade, material
changes, or other methods of building
Impervious Surface Coverage 90% max articulation that break down the scale of large
buildings and create visual interest.
Building Standards -TOD MU District 5. For mixed-use and non-residential buildings,
(h) Street Frontage 75% min street-facing ground floor windows shall not
preclude visibility in accordance with
(f)Total Height(#of floors)' 4 min, max limited Subdivision 4.D of this Ordinance.
by language in the 6. All buildings shall have a primary entrance
Comprehensive facing a public sidewalk or public open space.
Plan Building entrances must be provided at least
(i) Ground Floor Height3 12 ft min every sixty(60)feet along the street-facing
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(j) Upper Floors Stepback 8 ft min facade of the building.
(street facades only) (above 4 floors)
7. Front Yard Setbacks may be increased if
(k) Facade Articulation (street every 40 ft max outdoor dining or usable open space is
facades only)4 proposed as part of a Planned Unit
Development. Notwithstanding the diagram
(I) Ground Floor Transparency 60% min awnings, decks, overhangs, stairs, steps,
(street facades only)5 retaining walls and structures, signs, etc. shall
not project into the public right of way.
Entry Spacing 6 60 ft
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B. Development Standards: Transit Oriented Development- Residential (TOD-R)
STATEMENT OF POLICY: The Transit Oriented Development— Residential (TOD-R)district allows for a
mix moderate to high-density housing, including stacked and attached residential building types, as well
as limited mixed-use development. Land uses in the TOD-R district shall be residential with a small
amount commercial uses (ground floor retail, services, and restaurants) that support the day-to-day
needs of residents. The TOD-R district shall generally be applied farther out from the transit station and
provides more latitude in density and street frontage requirements while still promoting transit-supportive
densities and pedestrian-oriented urban design. The specific permitted uses are set forth below in the
chart titled Permitted Uses-TOD-R District. The diagrams set out below are intended to illustrate the
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walkable street environment. Slightly deeper setbacks allow for additional landscaping, gardens, and
small front or side yards. Street-facing architectural details such as porches, stoops, and balconies
encourage social interaction and contribute to the safety and comfort of the public realm.
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Permitted Uses—TOD-R District
Permitted Uses Performance Standards
Commercial 1. All commercial uses shall be limited to the street
- Neighborhood commercial level floor of a building.
- Restaurants and food service 2. Neighborhood Commercial individual tenant space
Residential shall not exceed 10,000 sq. ft. in area with the
- Multiple-Family Dwellings exception of grocery stores, which shall not exceed
Public 25,000 sq. ft. in area.
- Libraries
- Parks 3. Drive-thrus are only allowed if contained within the
- Transit Facilities primary structure of the building.
- Parking ramps
Off-Street Vehicular Parking Standards—TOD-R District
Use #of spaces (min) #of spaces (max)
Multiple-Family Residential 1 per dwelling unit 1/bedroom
Visitor(Residential) None 1/5 dwellings
Retail Stores & Services 3/1,000 sq ft(G.F.A.) 5/1,000 sq ft(G.F. A.)
Restaurant 1/3 seats 1/2.5 seats
Office 3/1,000 sq ft(G.F.A.) 5/1000 sq ft
Other As determined by site plan review. A parking demand study may be
required. Proof of parking may be included as part of a parking
demand study
Performance Standards
1. All off-street parking for residents in the TOD-R sub-district shall be provided in an enclosed building or
structure. Surface parking is not permitted.
2. The location and quantity of off-street parking will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis as part of the
development review process. Off-street parking requirements can be reduced if the applicant can
demonstrate meeting the requirement through joint use, district, off-site, or on-street parking. See
Subdivision 5 for more on off-street parking standards.
3. Parking ramps facing a public street must be must be appropriately screened —as required in
Subdivision 5.
4. For new development occurring within the TOD Districts, on-street parking along the use's lot frontage
may count towards the parking requirements if reviewed and approved through a Planned Unit
Development. This count shall be rounded to the nearest whole number.
5. Residential developments may provide for visitor parking through on-street and/or district/joint use
parking.
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(b) Lot Depth 100 ft min 3. Buildings exceeding 30 feet in width along a
street are required to incorporate articulation in
(c) Front Yard Setback (ft)6 10 min; 20 max street-facing façades. Articulation includes
(d) Side Yard Setback (ft) 10 min recesses in the building façade, material
(e) Rear Yard Setback (ft) 20 min changes, or other methods of building
articulation that break down the scale of large
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Impervious Surface Coverage 75% max 4. For mixed-use and non-residential buildings,
street-facing ground floor windows shall be 100
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of this Ordinance.
(h) Street Frontage 60% min 5. All buildings shall have a primary entrance
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limited by language Building entrances must be provided at least
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Development. Awnings, decks, overhangs,
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(k) Facade Articulation (street Every 30 feet public right of way.
facades only) 3
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C. Development Standards: Transit Oriented Development- Employment (TOD-E)
STATEMENT OF POLICY: The Transit Oriented Development— Employment(TOD-E)district allows for
a mix of moderate-to high-density office, light industrial and institutional development with some
allowance for limited commercial uses. The TOD-E district allows stacked office and mixed use buildings
as well as multi-story flex buildings that can accommodate a range of living wage employment
opportunities at higher densities. Retail, services, and showrooms are allowed in the district but limited to
smaller scale businesses that support the needs of district employees or complement existing light
industrial or office uses. The TOD-E district would generally be applied farther out from the transit station
and provide more latitude in density and street frontage requirements while still promoting transit-
supportive densities and pedestrian-oriented urban design. The diagrams set out below are intended to
illustrate the application of the above statement of policy.
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office and mixed use buildings, as well as multistory flex buildings. Requirements for street-fronted
architecture contribute to a more safe and walkable street environment. Slightly deeper setbacks allow for
additional landscaping, plazas, and other types of open space. Street adjacent features such as a
canopy, awnings, plazas, and courtyards create a safe and welcoming environment.
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Permitted Uses—TOD-E District
Permitted Uses Performance Standards
Commercial 1. Drive-thrus are only allowed when the drive-thru
- Neighborhood commercial lanes are internally located within the parking
- Restaurants and food service structure.
- Business and professional offices 2. Neighborhood Commercial individual tenant space
Light Industrial shall not exceed 10,000 sq. ft. in area with the
- Manufacturing exception of grocery stores, which shall not exceed
- Research and design 25,000 sq. ft. in area.
- Wholesale
- Processing
- Packaging
- Showroom
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- Live/work space such as artist lofts
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- Public facilities and services
- Libraries
- Parks
- Transit Facilities
- Parking ramps
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Off-Street Vehicular Parking Standards—TOD-E District
Use #of spaces (min) #of spaces (max)
Retail Stores & Services 3/1,000 sq ft(G.F. A.) 5/1,000 sq ft(G.F. A.)
Restaurant 1/3 seats 1/2.5 seats
Office 3/1,000 sq ft(G.F. A.) 5/1000 sq ft(G.F. A.)
Others As determined by site plan review. A parking demand study may be
required. Proof of parking may be included as part of a parking
demand study
Performance Standards
1. Off-street surface parking is permitted in the TOD-E district. Surface parking is prohibited in front of the
building (i.e. between the building and the street). Parking shall be provided to the rear or side of
buildings. For properties that abut multiple streets (i.e. corner lots), surface parking is prohibited between
the building and the primary street, but may be permitted between the building and the secondary street
(primary and secondary street designations are determined through the site plan review process).
2. The location and quantity of off-street parking will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis as part of the
development review process. Off-street parking requirements can be reduced if the applicant can
demonstrate meeting the requirement through joint use, district, off-site, or on-street parking. See
Subdivision 5 for more on off-street parking standards.
3. Parking ramps facing a public street must be must be appropriately screened - See Subdivision 5.
4. For new development occurring within the TOD Districts, on-street parking along the use's lot frontage
may count towards the parking requirements when reviewed and approved through a Planned Unit
Development. This count shall be rounded to the nearest whole number.
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3. Buildings exceeding 50 feet in width along a
(c) Front Yard Setback (ft)6 10 min; 20 max street are required to incorporate articulation in
(d) Side Yard Setback (ft) 20 min street-facing façades. Articulation includes
recesses in the building facade, material
(e) Rear Yard Setback (ft) 20 min changes, or other methods of building
(g) Usable Open Space 2 5% articulation that break down the scale of large
buildings and create visual interest.
Impervious Surface Coverage 75% max 4. For mixed-use and non-residential buildings,
Building Standards -TOD E District street-facing ground floor windows shall be 100
percent clear in accordance with Subdivision 4.D
(h) Street Frontage 60% min of this Ordinance.
(f)Total Height(#of floors)' 2 min , max is 5. All buildings shall have a primary entrance
limited by language facing a public sidewalk or public open space.
in the Building entrances must be provided at least
Comprehensive every sixty(60)feet along the street-facing
Plan facade of the building.
6. Front Yard Setbacks may be increased if
(i) Ground Floor Height 10 ft min outdoor dining or usable dining space is
proposed as part of a Planned Unit
(j) Upper Floors Stepback 8 ft min Development. Awnings, decks, overhangs,
(street facades only) (above 4 floors) stairs, steps, signs shall not project into the
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(k) Facade Articulation (street Every 50 feet public right of way.
facades only)3
(I) Ground Floor Transparency 60% min
(street facades only)4
Entry Spacing 5 60 ft
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Subd. 4. Building Standards.
All buildings shall provide pedestrian-oriented design features along streets, sidewalks, pedestrian ways,
and pedestrian areas. Buildings and developments shall comply with the following standards for building
design and pedestrian orientation:
A. Buildings shall have a primary entrance facing a public sidewalk or public open space. Building
entrances shall be provided at least every sixty(60)feet along the street-facing side of the building.
Building entrances may include doors to individual businesses, lobby entrances, and entrances to
plazas or courtyards. Building entrances shall be open to the public during all business hours.
B. Primary building entrances shall be architecturally emphasized and highly visible from the street,
sidewalk, or pedestrian way, utilizing design features such as protruding or recessed entryways,
awnings, canopies, pillars, unique building materials and/or architectural details. Residential buildings
shall incorporate elements such as porches, stoops, and balconies that enhance the safety and
comfort of the public realm.
C. Large buildings are required to incorporate articulation in street-facing façades which creates the
impression that one building is two or more buildings, improves the building's overall composition and
aesthetic, and contributes to a more aesthetically and visually interesting and walkable street
environment. Articulation includes recesses in the building facade, material changes, or other
methods of building articulation that break down the perceived scale of the building or create visual
interest.
D. For mixed-use and non-residential buildings, windows on street-facing ground floor façades shall not
preclude visibility in order to allow views of indoor non-residential space and contribute positively to a
more active and vibrant street environment. See tables and diagrams in Subdivision 3 for street
frontage transparency requirements specific to each district.
Subd. 5. Off-Street Vehicle Parking Standards
In general, the requirement is for developments to provide a reduced number of off-street parking spaces
to account for availability of joint use parking, parking efficiencies resulting from a compact mixed-use
development pattern, on-street parking, transit, walking, and bicycling. Specific minimum and maximum
off-street vehicle parking standards for uses within the TOD ordinance are established for each district in
Subdivision 3
A. The location and quantity of off-street parking will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis as part of
the development review process. Off-street parking requirements may be reduced if the applicant
demonstrates meeting the requirement through joint use, district, off-site, or on-street parking. A
reduction in the off-street parking requirement may be requested by an applicant provided a Planned Unit
Development is requested according to the requirements of section 11.40 of the City Code.
A. Off-street surface parking is prohibited in front of buildings (i.e. between the building and the street).
Parking shall be provided to the rear or side of buildings. For properties that abut multiple streets (i.e.
corner lots), surface parking is prohibited between the building and the primary street, but may be
permitted between the building and the secondary street (primary and secondary street designations
are determined through the site plan review process).
B. All parking structures shall be designed to be adaptable for non-parking reuses in the future.
C. Parking structure facades visible from public streets and public space shall architecturally
complement the building or buildings the parking structure serves through the use of exterior
materials, architectural elements, and color. Parking structures shall include architectural elements
that enhance the structure, break up its mass, and complement the building or buildings the parking
structure serves. Examples of specific architectural elements that assist in meeting this requirement
include decorative piers and pilasters, banding, reveals, architectural accents, wall plane articulation,
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decorative artwork, ornamental grillwork, recessed window openings, façade treatment variations,
and locating tenant signs on the side of parking ramps.
D. Parking structures may also incorporate liner buildings that screen the parking structure with active
street-level uses. Liner building may include upper floor uses, or may utilize appropriate architectural
elements as described above.
Subd. 6. Off-street Pedestrian/Bike Facility Standards.
A. An off-street sidewalk or multi-use trail shall be provided that connects the front door of the building
to adjacent public sidewalks or trails that are either existing or part of an approved city trail plan or
CIP.
B. Off-Street Bicycle parking shall be provided at the following ratios at the time of initial certificate of
occupancy or enlargement of a structure:
1. Office - minimum of 10 spaces, plus 1 space per 5,000 square feet of gross floor area.
2. Commercial-minimum of 10 spaces, plus 1 space per 2,000 square feet of gross floor area.
3. Public—minimum of 10 spaces, plus 1 space per 2,000 square feet of gross floor area.
4. Light Industrial-minimum of 10 spaces, plus 1 space per 10,000 square feet of gross floor
area.
5. Residential - 1 space per 2 dwelling units.
C. Location. Bicycle parking shall be located within 50 feet of the primary building entrance(s) and shall
not obstruct sidewalks.
D. Bicycle racks shall be securely anchored to the ground and on a hard surface. Up to 25 percent of
bicycle parking may be temporary or seasonal, but all temporary or seasonal bicycle parking shall be
included within the proof of bicycle parking plan.
E. Covered spaces. If twenty(20)or more bicycle spaces are required, then at least fifty(50) percent of
the required bicycle spaces shall be covered. Coverage may be provided under roof overhangs or
awnings, in bicycle lockers, indoor room, fenced in corral, within adjacent parking structures, or within
underground parking structures.
F. Shared Bicycle Parking. Shared off-street bicycle parking facilities are allowed to collectively provide
bicycle parking in any district for more than one structure or use. The property owner or applicant shall
demonstrate meeting the requirement through a joint use, district or shared parking agreement.
G. Proof of Bicycle Parking. If it is demonstrated that the required bicycle parking is in excess of the
actual demand, all of the required bicycle parking need not be constructed initially. The area of future
parking shall be landscaped, but that landscaping shall not be used to satisfy landscaping requirements.
Any spaces not constructed, as shown on the site plan, shall be constructed when determined necessary
by the City Planner(or designee). The City Planner(or designee) shall notify the property owner in
writing of the need to construct additional proof of bicycle parking spaces.
1. No more than 25 percent of bicycle parking stalls shall be placed in proof of bicycle parking.
Subd. 7. Landscaping and Open Space Standards.
A. All sites and buildings within the TOD district shall comply with Screening and Landscaping
standards established in Section 11.03 Subd 3(G) of Chapter 11 of the City Code, except for Items 4.
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(a). Minimum Size Requirements for Plantings and 4. (b)Total Caliper Inches Required. The
following standards apply within the TOD district in lieu of said Items 4.(a) and 4.(b):
1. Minimum Size Requirements for Plantings: Deciduous overstory plantings shall be a
minimum of three (3) caliper inches; deciduous understory trees shall be a minimum of two
(2) caliper inches; and coniferous trees shall be a minimum of eight (8)feet in height.
2. Total Caliper Inches Required: A minimum of three (3) caliper inches of trees shall be
provided for every 500 square feet of developable pervious surface area or portion thereof.
3. Planting Beds and Decorative Planting Containers: May include shrubs, ornamental grasses,
ground cover, vines, annuals, or perennials and shall be provided to complete a quality
landscape treatment of the site. The minimum requirements shall be as follows:
a. One (1)shrub per 1,000 square feet of developable pervious surface area or six (6)
shrubs per 50 lineal feet of site perimeter. Native plant materials are encouraged.
Native plant species to the local hardiness zone and those which provide interest
and/or color in the winter are encouraged.
b. Planting beds and decorative planting containers may replace the total caliper inches
required for trees however not more than 40 percent of the landscaping shall be
composed of planting beds and decorative planting containers.
Due to the urban character of the TOD District, less landscaping space will be available typically than
in other zoning districts. Therefore a higher level of landscaping design detail is required for the
concentrated open space, pervious surface areas, plazas, planters, screening areas and streetscape
areas. Examples of a higher level of landscaping design include rooftop gardens and green roofs,
both of which are encouraged. A detailed landscape plan prepared by a landscape architect shall be
submitted with the development application. Other privately owned amenities are encouraged, such
as plazas, courtyards, fountains, outdoor art, roof top gardens and green roofs, and other decorative
elements.
B. The following privately owned and maintained public open space forms are permitted to meet the
requirements for usable outdoor open space:
1. Pocket park: A Pocket park is an open space of no less than .05 acres in size that is available for
recreation. A pocket park may be spatially defined by landscaping rather than building frontages
and may be linear in form or shape. A pocket park may consist of a landscaped and maintained
lawn, trees, and seating areas that are naturalistically disposed.
2. Square: An open space available for passive recreation and civic purposes. A square is spatially
defined by building frontages. Its landscape shall consist of paths, lawns, trees, hardscape, and
public art formally disposed. Squares shall be located at the intersection of important main
streets. There shall be no minimum size for a square.
3. Plaza: An open space available for public use, community events, and/or commercial activities. A
plaza shall be spatially defined by building frontages. Its landscape shall consist primarily of
hardscape, plantings, public art, and trees. There shall be no minimum size for a plaza.
4. Play area: An open space designed and equipped for the recreation of children. A play area shall
be fenced and may include an open shelter. Play areas shall be interspersed within residential or
mixed use areas and may be placed within a block. Play areas may be included within parks and
greens. There shall be no minimum or maximum size.
5. Pedestrian way: Natural or landscaped walking paths and running trails.
Landscape strips or enlargements/enhancements of landscaping areas adjacent to the sidewalk;
shrubs, flowers and other low profile landscaping around buildings, sidewalks and parking areas;
required minimum building setback areas; yards associated with private dwellings; or outdoor areas
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that prohibit public or resident access during normal business hours for the area shall not constitute
usable outdoor open space.
Subd. 8. Supplemental Analysis or Study.
A. Traffic
All development and zoning projects in the TOD District require documentation of the expected traffic
impacts of the development. The extent of the traffic analysis is dependent on several factors including
the size, type, and location of the development. The City Engineer should be contacted early in the
project to determine the appropriate scope of traffic analysis and to determine if a formal Traffic Impact
Study is required. All development applications, regardless of size, shall document the size and type of
the proposed development and provide Daily, AM Peak, and PM Peak traffic generation estimates for the
development.
B. TDM
All new development applications for office and light industrial uses must include a Travel Demand
Management (TDM) plan. The plan shall document TDM measures to be implemented, a two year
budget, and an evaluation plan. TDM strategies that shall be considered in the TDM plan include, but are
not limited to, financial incentives for carpoolers, vanpoolers and bicyclists, subsidized transit passes,
preferential location of carpool/vanpool parking, bicycle racks and storage, access to shower and lockers,
and promotion of commuter programs. As a condition of approval a TDM performance bond, cash
escrow, letter of credit with a corporation approved by the City Manager or other guarantee acceptable to
the City Manager equal to 100% of the cost of implementing the first two years of the TDM Plan will be
required.
C. Parking
All development and zoning projects in the TOD District require documentation of the parking plan for the
project site including the number of required parking spaces, the number of provided parking spaces and
any proposed use of proof of parking. The location and quantity of parking will be reviewed on a case-
by—case basis as part of the development review process. Dependent on the specifics of the parking
plan for the project site a formal Parking Study may be required. The City Planner should be contacted
early in the project to review the parking plan for the project and to determine if a formal Parking Study is
required.
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PROJECT PROFILE - JULY 13, 2015
PLANNING COMMISSION - JULY 13, 2015
1. COMFORT INN EDEN PRAIRIE (2015-07)by Michael Monn Architects
(STEVE/JULIE)
Proposal for exterior façade remodel
Location: 7740 Flying Cloud Drive
Contact: Mike Monn, 612-247-5406
Request for:
• Site Plan Review on 3.20 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 06/05/15 Notice to Paper 06-24-15 Notice to Paper Date
Date Complete 06-05-15 Date Resident Notice Date
120 Day Deadline 10-02-15 Resident Notice 06-24-15 1st Meeting Date
Initial DRC review 06/11/15 Date 2nd Meeting Date
Meeting Date 07-13-15
2. DRAFT TOD ORDINANCE (REGINA)
Public hearing to adopt the draft TOD ordinance.
Contact: Regina Dean, 952-949-8490
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted N/A Notice to Paper Date 6-24-15 Notice to Paper Date
Date Complete N/A Resident Notice Date N/A Resident Notice Date N/A
120 Day Deadline N/A Meeting Date 6-13-15 1st Meeting Date
Initial DRC review N/A 2nd Meeting Date
CONSERVATION COMMISSION - JULY 14, 2015
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CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING - JULY14, 2015
1. SHOPS AT SOUTHWEST STATION (2015-06)by Venture Pass Partners, LLC.
(REGINA)
Proposal for the redevelopment of the existing Santorini's restaurant site into an 11,138 sf multi-
tenant retail center
Location: 13000 Technology Drive
Contact: Randy Rauwerdink 612-801-4313
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 1.67 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers and Zoning District
Amendment within the Commercial Regional Service zoning district on 1.67
acres
• Site Plan Review on 1.67 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 05/08/15 Notice to Paper Date 6/4/15 Notice to Paper Date
Date Complete 05/08/15 Resident Notice Date 6/5/15 Resident Notice Date
120 Day Deadline 09/04/15 Meeting Date 6/22/15 1st Meeting Date
Initial DRC review 2nd Meeting Date
CITY COUNCIL CONSENT - JULY14, 2015
1. EDEN PRAIRIE PLAZA (SALON CONCEPTS) (2015-03)by SCEPRE, LLC. (TANIA)
Proposal for adding 58 additional parking spaces
Location: 8040 Glen Lane
Contact: Brent Van Lieu, 513-200-4261
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development District Review on 3.03 acres
• Zoning District Review on 3.03 acres
• Site Plan Review on 3.03 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 01/16/15 Notice to Paper Date 4/9/15 Notice to Paper Date 4/30/15
Date Complete 03/02/15 Resident Notice Date 4/11/15 Resident Notice Date 5/1/15
120 Day Deadline 08/29/15 Meeting Date 4/27/15 1st Meeting Date 5/19/15
Initial DRC review 01/22/15 2nd Meeting Date
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2. AMENDMENT TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (JULIE)
Public hearing to amend the development agreement for Liberty Plaza.
Contact: Julie Klima, 952-949-8498
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted I Notice to Paper Date Notice to Paper Date
Date Complete Resident Notice Date N/A Resident Notice Date N/A
120 Day Deadline Meeting Date 1st Meeting Date
Initial DRC review 2nd Meeting Date
3. CROSSROADS CENTER(2014-18)by Tim Cashin. (JULIE)
Proposal for facade and landscape improvements.
Location: 7731 Flying Cloud Drive
Contact: Tim Cashin, 952-212-5004
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 2.9 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 2.9 acres
• Zoning District Amendment within the Commercial-Regional-Services District on
2.9 acres
• Site Plan Review on 2.9 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 11/21/14 Notice to Paper Date 3/26/15 Notice to Paper Date 4/23/15
Date Complete 1/14/15 Resident Notice Date 3/31/15 Resident Notice Date 4/24/15
120 Day Deadline 9/10/15 Meeting Date 4/13/15 1st Meeting Date 5/5/15
Initial DRC review 12/4/14 2nd Meeting Date
HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION - JULY 20, 2015
PLANNING COMMISSION - JULY 27, 2015
1. VARIANCE #2015-06 by Eden Prairie Development LLC. (STEVE)
Proposal for a free-standing sign setback less than code requires
Location: 14301 Martin Drive
Contact: Bob Ready, 612-419-1732
Request to:
• To permit a free-standing sign 0' from the property line of a public right of way. City
Code requires a 10' setback in the Multiple Family Residential Zoning District.
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Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 06/19/15 Notice to Paper Date 07-08-15 Notice to Paper Date N/A
Date Complete Resident Notice Date 07-08-15 Resident Notice Date N/A
120 Day Deadline 10-17-15 Meeting Date 07-27-15 1st Meeting Date N/A
Initial DRC 06/25/15 2nd Meeting Date N/A
review
2. VARIANCE #2015-07 by Fountain Chiropractic, LLC. (TANIA)
Proposal to permit the transfer of a wall sign from the rear of the building to the front of the
building.
Location: 6409 City West Parkway
Contact: Craig Buske, 612-562-9410
Request to:
• To permit a tenant to have a wall sign in a location that is not on the exterior wall space
that the tenant occupies. City Code requires wall signs on a multi-tenant building in the
Commercial zoning districts to be placed on the exterior wall space that the tenant
occupies.
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 06/19/15 Notice to Paper Date Notice to Paper Date N/A
Date Complete 06/19/15 Resident Notice Date Resident Notice Date N/A
120 Day Deadline 10/19/15 Meeting Date 1st Meeting Date N/A
Initial DRC review N/A 2nd Meeting Date N/A
3. VARIANCE#2015-08 by Patrick&Merritt Steidl. (TANIA)
Proposal to permit a variance for a deck to encroach within the required 20 foot rear yard
setback.
Location: 7381 Moonlight Lane
Contact: Patrick Steidl, 608-698-2998
Request to:
• Permit a deck to be set back 10 feet from the rear property line City Code requires a 20
foot rear yard setback.
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 06/26/15 Notice to Paper Date Notice to Paper Date N/A
Date Complete 06/26/15 Resident Notice Date Resident Notice Date N/A
120 Day Deadline Meeting Date 1st Meeting Date N/A
Initial DRC review 07/02/15 2nd Meeting Date N/A
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CITY COUNCIL CONSENT — August 18, 2015
4. File#2015-06L Lease by Verizon(c/o—Mandy Brady- Jacobs)—Contact Mandy Brady
Office# 651-225-0784, mobile# 612-366-8944
(Approved 00-00-15)Review time ?? Days. Incomplete as of 03-09-15
Location: 6341 Baker Road, Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Request: Re-establishment of Lease. Property zoned C-Comm. Planner: (STEVE/TANIA)
Application Info (2015-06L)
Date Submitted 03-19-15 Notice to Paper Date N/A Notice to Paper Date N/A
Date Complete 00-00-15 Resident Notice Date N/A Resident Notice Date N/A
90 Day Deadline 06-07-15 Meeting Date N.A tSt Meeting Date 08-18-15
Initial DRC review 00-00-15 2nd Meeting Date N/A
Complete Letter 03-27-15
Due
IN BUT NOT SCHEDULED
1. CODE AMENDMENT RELATING TO SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
Public hearing to amend City Code Chapter 12, relating to the regulation of subdivisions of property.
Contact: Julie Klima, 952-949-8489
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted Notice to Paper Date Notice to Paper Date
Date Complete Resident Notice Date N/A Resident Notice Date N/A
120 Day Deadline Meeting Date 1st Meeting Date
Initial DRC review 2nd Meeting Date
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2. WOODSPRING SUITES SIGNATURE (2015-08) by Titleist Lodging Group, LLC
(REGINA)
Proposal for the construction of a 4-story extended stay hotel
Location: 7544 Market Place Drive
Contact: Quentin Ellis, 316-260-9088
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 1.66 acres
• Zoning District Change from Office to Commercial Hwy on 1.66 acres
• Site Plan Review on 1.66 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 06/05/15 Notice to Paper Date Notice to Paper Date
Date Complete 06/05/15 Resident Notice Date Resident Notice Date
120 Day Deadline Meeting Date 1st Meeting Date
Initial DRC review 2nd Meeting Date
3. VARIANCE #2015-05 by WAND Corporation. (TANIA)
Proposal to convert entire facility to 100%office
Location: 7575 Corporate Way
Contact: Dave Perrill, 952-361-6200
Request to:
• To permit 100% office in the I-2 zoning district. City code requires 77% office with
remainder as warehouse.
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 05/22/15 Notice to Paper Date Notice to Paper Date N/A
Date Complete 05/22/15 Resident Notice Date Resident Notice Date N/A
120 Day Deadline 09/20/15 Meeting Date lst Meeting Date N/A
Initial DRC review 05/28/15 2nd Meeting Date N/A
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4. TOWNPLACE SUITES (2015-09)by Alliant Engineering. (JULIE)
Proposal for a 300 square foot addition to the existing Townplace Suites
Location: 11588 Leona Road
Contact: Mark Kronbeck, 612-767-9338
Request for:
• PUD Concept Review on 1.87 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 1.87 acres
• Zoning District Amendment within the Commercial-Regional-Services District on
1.87 acres
• Site Plan Review on 1.87 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 06/05/15 Notice to Paper Date Notice to Paper Date
Date Complete Resident Notice Date Resident Notice Date
120 Day Deadline Meeting Date 1st Meeting Date
Initial DRC review 06/11/15 2nd Meeting Date
5. EDEN PRAIRIE RETAIL (2015-10)by EP Equities, LLC (JULIE)
Proposal for expansion of existing building for single story retail use
Location: 590 Prairie Center Drive
Contact: Hector Vinas, 954-499-8663 x231
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 0.8 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 0.8 acres
• Zoning District Amendment within the Commercial-Regional-Services District on
0.8 acres
• Site Plan Review on 0.8 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 06/19/15 Notice to Paper Date Notice to Paper Date
Date Complete Resident Notice Date Resident Notice Date
120 Day Deadline Meeting Date 1st Meeting Date
Initial DRC review 06/25/15 2nd Meeting Date
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6. ATTACHMENT/DETACHMENT PID: 36-117-22-33-0015 (2015-11)by Told
Development Company(JULIE)
Proposal to detach PID from City of Minnetonka and attach PID to City of Eden Prairie
Location: 590 Prairie Center Drive
Contact: Trent Mayberry, 952-278-0112
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 06/26/15 Notice to Paper Date Notice to Paper Date
Date Complete Resident Notice Date Resident Notice Date
120 Day Deadline Meeting Date 1St Meeting Date
Initial DRC review 07/02/15 2nd Meeting Date
7. EDEN PRAIRIE CENTER(2015-12)by EP Equities, LLC (JULIE)
Proposal for expansion of existing building for single story retail use
Location: 590 Prairie Center Drive
Contact: Hector Vinas, 954-499-8663 x231
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 0.8 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 0.8 acres
• Zoning District Amendment within the Commercial-Regional-Services District on
0.8 acres
• Site Plan Review on 0.8 acres
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 06/19/15 Notice to Paper Date Notice to Paper Date
Date Complete Resident Notice Date Resident Notice Date
120 Day Deadline Meeting Date 1St Meeting Date
Initial DRC review 06/25/15 2nd Meeting Date
8. WAND CORPORATION (2015-13)by Wand Corporation(??)
Proposal for 100% Office use within a 1-2 Zoning District
Location: 7575 Corporate Way
Contact: David Perrill, 1-800-786-9263
Request for:
• Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 0.0 acres
• Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 0.0 acres
• Zoning District Amendment within the Commercial-Regional-Services District on
0.8 acres
• Site Plan Review on 0.0 acres
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Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 07/07/15 Notice to Paper Date Notice to Paper Date
Date Complete Resident Notice Date Resident Notice Date
120 Day Deadline Meeting Date 1St Meeting Date
Initial DRC review 07/25/15 2nd Meeting Date
APPROVED VARIANCES
1. VARIANCE #2015-02 by Lisanne Oster. (REGINA)
Proposal for combining two existing parcels into one on Riley Lake to construct one single
family home.
Location: 9010 Riley Lake Road
Contact: Lisanne Oster, 952-432-8409
Request to:
• To permit a lot size of 1.26 acres. City code requires a lot size of 10 acres in the Rural
zoning district
• To permit side yard setbacks less than 50 feet for one side and a combination of 150 feet
for both side yards in the Rural zoning district.
• To permit a shoreland setback for a single family house no closer than 64 feet to the
Ordinary High Water Level (OHWL) of Lake Riley (DNR Classified Recreational
Development Waters.) City Code requires a 100' setback from the OHWL.
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 01/09/15 Notice to Paper Date 06/04/15 Notice to Paper Date N/A
Date Complete 04/09/15 Resident Notice Date 06/05/15 Resident Notice Date N/A
120 Day Deadline 08/07/15 Meeting Date 06/22/15 1St Meeting Date N/A
Initial DRC review 2nd Meeting Date N/A
2. VARIANCE #2015-03 by Central Bank. (REGINA)
Proposal to extend Variance period
Location: 6640 Shady Oak Road
Contact: Jerry Hentges, 952-944-6640
Request to:
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• To permit a building identification wall sign up to to 112.5 square feet on the north
elevation in the Office zoning district.
• To permit a building identification wall sign up to 112.5 square feet on the south
elevation in the Office zoning district.
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 05/04/15 Notice to Paper Date 06/04/15 Notice to Paper Date N/A
Date Complete 05/12/15 Resident Notice Date 06/05/15 Resident Notice Date N/A
120 Day Deadline 09/11/15 Meeting Date 06/22/15 1st Meeting Date N/A
Initial DRC review 2nd Meeting Date N/A
TELECOMMUNICATION PROJECTS
1. File#2014-18TM by Verizon(c/o—Justin Holt—Jacob)—Contact—Justin Holt
952.831.1043 x3102 office, 773.454.9428 mobile
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(Approved 00-00-14)Review time? Days
Request: Small Cell Site (Pilot Project Installation of smaller antennas and associated equipment
on Utility poles, traffic lights etc. in right of way.)—Incomplete as of 00-00-14
Location: Right of Way—Pioneer Trail between Homeward Hills Road and Hwy#169
Application Info (2014-19TM) Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 00-00-14 Notice to Paper Date N/A _ Notice to Paper Date N/A
Date Complete 00-00-14 Resident Notice Date N/A Resident Notice Date N/A
120 Day Deadline 00-00-15 Meeting Date N.A tst Meeting Date N/A
Initial DRC review 2nd Meeting Date N/A
2. FILE #2014-20TM by Verizon
Location: 8080 Mitchell Road
Contact: Justin Holt, 952-831-1043 x3120 office, 763-454-9428 mobile (STEVE)
(Approved 00-00-14)Review time? Days
Request: Small Cell Site (Project Installation of smaller antennas and associated equipment on City
Center Roof to improve Public Safety Communications)—Incomplete as of 10-07-14
Application Info Planning Commission City Council
Date Submitted 10-07-14 Notice to Paper Date N/A Notice to Paper Date NA/
Date Complete 00-00-14 Resident Notice Date N/A Resident Notice Date N/A
120 Day Deadline 00-00-15 Meeting Date NA/ 1st Meeting Date 07-14-15
Initial DRC review 00-00-14 2nd Meeting Date N/A
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