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CITY OF LAKEVILLE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
August 5, 2021
Chair Witte called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The
Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was given.
Members Present: Chair Jeff Witte, Vice Chair Jenna Majorowicz, Karl Drotning, Brooks Lillehei,
Christine Zimmer, Scott Einck, Ex-Officio Melissa Field
Members Absent: Jason Swenson, Pat Kaluza
Staff Present: Daryl Morey, Planning Director; Frank Dempsey, Associate Planner, Kris Jenson,
Associate Planner, Ryan Tessman, Planning & Zoning Specialist; Alex Jordan, Assistant City
Engineer; Daniel Licht, The Planning Company; Penny Brevig, Recording Secretary
3. Approval of the Meeting Minutes
The July 15, 2021 Planning Commission meeting minutes were approved as presented.
4. Announcements
Mr. Morey stated that there are 3 e-mails from residents concerning Agenda Item #6 and
amended Findings of Fact for Agenda Items #9 and #10 that were distributed at tonight’s
meeting.
Mr. Morey welcomed Melissa Field as the Planning Commission’s new Ex-officio member.
5. Kurtis Scholz
Chair Witte opened the public hearing to consider the application of Kurtis Scholz for a
conditional use permit to allow an attached accessory building greater than 1,250 square feet
in floor area for a single-family home in the RS-1, Single Family Residential District, located at
16445 Kingswood Court.
Kurtis Scholz presented a brief overview of his project.
Planning & Zoning Specialist Ryan Tessman presented the planning report. Mr. Tessman
stated that a conditional use permit (CUP) is required to allow an attached accessory building
greater than 1,250 square feet for a single-family home. Mr. Scholz is proposing a 1, 798 square
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foot workshop and garage. The request also includes an additional 740 square feet of driveway
and walking path area. Mr. Tessman indicated that the existing garage is proposed to be
remodeled into living space.
The existing house and the proposed addition comply with setback requirements. The exterior
materials, driveway access and impervious surface area comply per the Zoning Ordinance
requirements.
Planning Department staff recommends approval of the Scholz CUP, subject to the four
stipulations listed in the July 30, 2021 planning report, and approval of the Findings of Fact
dated August 5, 2021.
Chair Witte opened the hearing to the public for comment.
Heidi Bailey, 16455 Kingswood Ct.
Ms. Bailey was in favor of the Scholz CUP. She indicated that everything that the Scholz’s have
done to improve this property has been excellent. Ms. Bailey is part of their neighborhood
association and they are all in favor of the improvements to this property.
Motion was made by Drotning, seconded by Einck to close the public hearing at 6:09 p.m.
Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous
Chair Witte asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Discussion points included:
• The City has a good history of allowing residents to enlarge their garages.
• Confirmed that the workshop and garage space shall not be used for business purposes
or for a home occupation, and subsequent owners of the property will need to follow
this ruling also.
Motion was made by Lillehei, seconded by Majorowicz to recommend to City Council
approval of the Kurtis Scholz conditional use permit to allow an attached accessory building
greater than 1,250 square feet in floor area for a single-family home in the RS-1, Single Family
Residential District, located at 16445 Kingswood Court, subject to the following stipulations,
and approval of the Findings of Fact dated August 5, 2021.
1. The total accessory building area (combined attached and detached) on the property shall
not exceed 1,898 square feet.
2. The accessory building space shall not be used for the operation of any commercial
business or home occupation, or for the storage of commercial materials or equipment.
3. Restroom facilities shall not be installed within any accessory building area.
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4. The total impervious surface area shall not exceed 25% of total property area as required
for properties in the Kingsley Lake Shoreland Overlay District.
Ayes: Einck, Lillehei, Witte, Majorowicz, Zimmer, Drotning
Nays: 0
6. Timberland Partners, Inc.
Chair Witte opened the public hearing to consider the application of Timberland Partners, Inc.
for the following, located north of 162nd Street (CSAH 46) and west of Buck Hill Road: A.
Comprehensive Plan amendment to re-guide property from Medium Density Residential to
Low/Medium Density Residential and from Commercial to Corridor Mixed Use; and B.
Zoning Map amendment to rezone property from RM-1, Medium Density Residential District
to RST-2, Single-and-Two-Family Residential District and from C-3, General Commercial
District to M-1, Mixed Use I-35 Corridor District.
Ryan Sailer from Timberland Partners, Inc. presented a brief overview of their request. Mr.
Sailer presented the history of Timberland Partners. They develop, own and manage their
properties with the long term in mind. They have full time maintenance staff on site. He
explained why Timberland Partners feels the rezoning is appropriate for this location.
Lakeville has grown up around this site and they feel their development will be a benefit to the
community and add diversity in the type of housing they are offering.
Planning Consultant Daniel Licht presented the planning report. Mr. Licht explained the
background and the proposed uses for the Sundance Lakeville development. He explained that
amending the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map is a policy decision and the Planning
Commission has broad discretion in their review of these applications. If the Comprehensive
Plan and Zoning Map amendments are approved by the City Council, the developer would
prepare applications for zoning and subdivision approvals, both of which would be subject to
review by the Planning Commission and approval of the City Council. Mr. Licht emphasized
that process would include a public hearing before the Planning Commission.
Mr. Licht explained that the majority of the property is guided by the 2040 Comprehensive
Plan for commercial uses, with the western portion of the property being guided for Low-to-
Medium Density Residential and Medium Density Residential land uses to provide a trans ition
to existing single family dwellings to the west and north.
The proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment has been submitted to adjacent governmental
jurisdictions and the affected school district for review and comment. The City of Burnsville
commented on utilities and landscape screening for the adjacent single-family homes in
Burnsville. Dakota County provided comment regarding access to CSAH 46.
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Mr. Licht stated that the Zoning Map is proposed to be amended by rezoning the property to
M-1, Mixed Use I-35 Corridor District and RST-2, Single-and-Two-Family Residential District
corresponding to the stacked flat townhouse and single-family sketch plan submitted by the
developer.
Mr. Licht stated that the requested Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map amendments are
consistent with the City’s land use goals for expanding housing options in Lakeville, and the
proposed land uses illustrated on the developer’s sketch plan would provide for an improved
land use transition to existing single family homes to the north and west. Planning Department
staff recommends approval of the Comprehensive Plan amendment and Zoning Map
amendment, as presented.
Chair Witte opened the hearing to the public for comment.
Chelsey Nguyun, 15956 Kendale Drive, Lakeville
• Concerned about the current speeding on Kendale Drive and increased traffic on
Kendale Drive that this development would bring.
• Loves the wooded area. She likes her privacy. Wants to know if there will be bushes
and trees to separate her home from this development.
Samuel Hass, 15729 Bryant Avenue Court, Burnsville
• Agreed with Ms. Nguyun’s concerns regarding the increased traffic on Kendale Drive.
• Does not like the loss of trees and wildlife.
• Agrees that allowing for residential development would be better than commercial uses
in this location.
Motion was made by Majorowicz, seconded by Drotning to close the public hearing at 6:42
p.m.
Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous
Chair Witte asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Discussion points included:
• Traffic concerns and speeding on Kendale Drive were addressed. Mr. Licht and
Assistant City Engineer Alex Jordan indicated that if the Comprehensive Plan and
Zoning Map amendments are approved by City Council and Timberland Partners
subsequently submits a preliminary plat application and plans, then traffic impacts will
be evaluated by Dakota County and the City. Mr. Jordan stated that he would be sure
to discuss the speeding concerns in this area with the Police Department.
• Oak Shores Park is the closest City park. Mr. Licht stated that the residents of this
development would use the amenities within this development. There are no
additional parks proposed for this area by the Parks, Trails and Open Space Plan.
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• Landscaping/buffering for existing adjacent single-family homes would be addressed
with the preliminary plat.
• Commercial versus residential trip generation was discussed.
• Commissioner Lillehei considered the Sundance Lakeville project to be a very
thoughtful and appropriate use for this site. He felt rezoning this property for the
proposed use is the right thing to do and appreciated Ms. Nguyun and Mr. Hass
expressing their concerns. He encouraged them to continue being involved in the
process.
Motion was made by Majorowicz, seconded by Drotning to recommend to City Council
approval of the Timberland Partners, Inc. Comprehensive Plan amendment to re-guide
property from Medium Density Residential to Low/Medium Density Residential and from
Commercial to Corridor Mixed Use, and Zoning Map amendment to rezone property from
RM-1, Medium Density Residential District to RST-2, Single-and-Two-Family Residential
District and from C-3, General Commercial District to M-1, Mixed Use I-35 Corridor District,
located north of 162nd Street (CSAH 46) and west of Buck Hill Road, as presented.
Ayes: Lillehei, Witte, Majorowicz, Zimmer, Drotning, Einck
Nays: 0
7. Kenwood Trail Business Park 2nd Addition
Chair Witte opened the public hearing to consider the application of the City of Lakeville for
the following, located north of Kenwood Trail (CSAH 50) and east of Ipava Avenue: A.
Preliminary plat of one commercial lot to be known as Kenwood Trail Business Park 2nd
Addition; and B. Vacation of public drainage and utility easements, alleys, and road right-of-
way.
Associate Planner Frank Dempsey presented the planning report. Mr. Dempsey stated that the
City of Lakeville has prepared the Kenwood Trail Business Park 2nd Addition preliminary plat
that will incorporate vacated drainage and utility easements, alleys and street right-of-way as
well as Outlots C and G, Kenwood Trail Business Park, and a portion of Lot 1, Block 1, Lakeville
Elementary 2nd Addition. Mr. Dempsey stated that the City has entered into a purchase
agreement with Hypointe Childcare LLC to purchase Lot 1, Block 1, Kenwood Trail Business
Park 2nd Addition.
City staff will approve an administrative subdivision for the portion of property from the
southeast corner of the Ames Arena lot to be incorporated into the Kenwood Trail Business
Park 2nd Addition final plat, which will improve the buildable area for the Hypointe Childcare
property.
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The Kenwood Trail business Park 2nd Addition preliminary plat abuts Kenwood Trail (CSAH
50) and icenic Way. Access will only be allowed from Icenic Way.
Mr. Dempsey commented that the future developer of the property will be required to submit
a site development plan in compliance with Zoning Ordinance requirements.
Planning Department staff recommends approval of the Kenwood Trail Business Park 2nd
Addition preliminary plat and vacation of public drainage and utility easements, alleys, and
road right-of-way, as presented.
Chair Witte opened the hearing to the public for comment.
There were no comments from the audience.
Motion was made by Lillehei, seconded by Majorowicz to close the public hearing at 7:09
p.m.
Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous
Chair Witte asked for comments from the Planning Commission. There was a short discussion
regarding the easement that runs through the middle of the subject property that runs in a
north south direction. Mr. Dempsey stated that this may have been a private telephone
easement that has most likely been abandoned. Mr. Dempsey stated that he will check into
vacating this easement if necessary.
Motion was made by Drotning, seconded by Einck to recommend to City Council approval
of Kenwood Trail Business Park 2nd Addition preliminary plat of one commercial lot and
vacation of public drainage and utility easements, alleys, and road right-of-way, as presented.
Ayes: Witte, Majorowicz, Zimmer, Drotning, Einck, Lillehei
Nays: 0
8. South Ryan Addition
Chair Witte opened the public hearing to consider the application of Scannell Properties, LLC
for a preliminary plat of one industrial lot to be known as South Ryan Addition, located south
of 215th Street (CSAH 70) and west of jacquard Avenue.
Adam Frankenberg from Scannell was available for questions.
Associate Planner Frank Dempsey presented the planning report. Mr. Dempsey stated that the
South Ryan Addition is proposed to include the construction of a 31,360 square foot trans-load
facility and 9,408 square feet of office space and a truck maintenance building and a separate
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fuel depot. Mr. Dempsey indicated that a press release just came out today naming Magnum
Trucking as the user of this property.
Mr. Dempsey stated that a wetland delineation was completed in 2020 for this property and
identifies two wetlands. Proposed impacts are addressed in the July 23, 2021 Engineering
Division report.
Mr. Dempsey reviewed the proposed site plan. L ot 1 exceeds the minimum lot area and lot
width requirements of the I-1, Light Industrial District. Outlot A will be deeded to the City for
wetland and wetland buffer preservation.
The Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum of 82 parking spaces for the proposed office,
warehouse, and mechanical/maintenance building uses. The expanded warehouse building
will require an additional 17 parking spaces. The site will provide 115 vehicle parking spaces,
including five ADA accessible parking spaces with Phase I construction. A parking deferment
is not required. Mr. Dempsey indicated that the parking circulation and drive aisles comply
with the Zoning Ordinance. Access to the site will be from Jacquard Avenue with a single
driveway access.
A landscape security shall be submitted with final plat approval to guarantee installation of the
approved landscaping. The proposed lighting plan meets the Zoning Ordinance requirements.
Planning Department staff recommends approval of the South Ryan Addition preliminary and
final plat and site development plans, subject to the 10 stipulations listed in the July 29, 2021
planning report.
Chair Witte opened the hearing to the public for comment.
There were no comments from the audience.
Motion was made by Lillehei, seconded by Zimmer to close the public hearing at 7:25 p.m.
Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous
There were no comments from the Planning Commission.
Motion was made by Lillehei, seconded by Einck to recommend to City Council approval of
the South Ryan Addition preliminary plat of one industrial lot, located south of 215th Street
(CSAH 70) and west of Jacquard Avenue, subject to the following stipulations:
1. Implementation of the recommendations listed in the J7uly 23, 2021 engineering report.
2. All wetland impacts and mitigation areas must be identified and approved prior to
commencement of site grading.
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3. The site and building for Lot 1, Block 1 shall be developed in compliance with the plans
approved by the City Council and zoning ordinance requirements.
4. The developer shall submit a security to guarantee installation of the approved landscaping
and for the stormwater and infiltration basins and drainageways at the time of final plat
approval. The security amount will be determined prior to City Council consideration of
the final plat.
5. All landscaped areas adjacent to the building and parking lot shall be irrigated. Trees and
shrubs shall not be planted in street right-of-way.
6. All signs shall comply with Zoning Ordinance requirements for the I-1 District. A sign
permit shall be issued by the Planning Department prior to the installation of any signs.
7. Snow storage shall not take place in required parking spaces.
8. Site lighting shall not exceed one-foot candle at the property line adjacent to public right-
of-way. All exterior light fixtures shall be down-cast design so as not to glare onto public
right-of-way.
9. The motor fuel dispensing facility shall require approval of an administrative permit and
approval by the Fire marshal in accordance with Zoning Ordinance requirements.
10. Trash containers shall be stored inside the building or within a six-foot tall enclosure
constructed of similar materials as the building, including a durable, maintenance free gate.
Ayes: Majorowicz, Zimmer, Drotning, Einck, Lillehei, Witte
Nays: 0
9. City of Lakeville
Chair Witte opened the public hearing to consider the application of the City of Lakeville for
the following, located west of Dodd Boulevard (CSAH 9) and north of 225th Street: A.
Comprehensive Plan amendment to establish a land use designation of Warehouse/Light
Industrial for recently annexed property; and B. Zoning Map amendment to establish the I-1,
Light Industrial District zoning.
Associate Planner Kris Jenson presented the planning report. Ms. Jenson stated that on May
17, 2021 the City Council approved the annexation of the Ruddle property. Because of this,
Scannell Properties, #510, LLC on behalf of Robert and Kathleen Ruddle has applied for a
Comprehensive Plan amendment and Zoning Map amendment to establish a land use of
property and to amend the Zoning Map to change the zoning designation for the property.
This site will provide additional industrial land along the Dodd Boulevard/215th Street corridor
to meet the needs of Lakeville’s growing industrial parks and will be done in a manner
consistent with Lakeville’s priorities, compatible with surrounding development and
responsive to determined market needs.
Ms. Jenson commented when a property is annexed into the City the default zoning
designation is RA. An application has been submitted to amend the zoning to I-1, Light
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Industrial District, which is consistent with the proposed Warehouse/Light Industrial land use
designation.
Planning Department staff recommends approval of the Ruddle property Comprehensive Plan
amendment and Zoning Map amendment.
Chair Witte opened the hearing to the public for comment.
There were no comments from the audience.
Motion was made by Lillehei, seconded by Majorowicz to close the public hearing at 7:28
p.m.
Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous
There was no discussion by the Planning Commission.
Motion was made by Drotning, seconded by Majorowicz to recommend to City Council
approval of the Ruddle property Comprehensive Plan amendment and Zoning Map
amendment, located west of Dodd Boulevard (CSAH 9) and north of 225th Street, as presented
and approval of the Findings of Fact dated August 5, 2021.
Ayes: Zimmer, Drotning, Einck, Lillehei, Witte, Majorowicz
Nays: 0
10. City of Lakeville
Chair Witte opened the public hearing to consider the application of the City of Lakeville for
the following, located east of Cedar Avenue (CSAH 23) and north of 225th Street: A.
Comprehensive Plan amendment to establish a land use designation of Industrial for recently
annexed property; and B. Zoning Map amendment to establish the I-2, General Industrial
District zoning.
Associate Planner Kris Jenson presented the planning report. Ms. Jenson stated that Hat Trick
Investments, LLC, on behalf of the Adelmann Family Farm LLC has applied for a
Comprehensive Plan amendment and Zoning Map amendment to establish a land use
designation and zoning district of Industrial (I) and amend the zoning to I-2, General
Industrial District for this property. This site will provide additional industrial land along the
Cedar Avenue corridor to meet the needs of Lakeville’s growing industrial parks and will be
done in a manner consistent with Lakeville’s priorities, compatible with surrounding
development and responsive to determined market needs.
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Planning Department staff recommends approval of the Adelmann property Comprehensive
Plan amendment and Zoning Map amendment.
Chair Witte opened the hearing to the public for comment.
There were no comments from the audience.
Motion was made by Lillehei, seconded by Drotning to close the public hearing at 7:31 p.m.
Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes - unanimous
There was no discussion by the Planning Commission.
Motion was made by Lillehei, seconded by Majorowicz to recommend to City Council
approval of the Adelmann property Comprehensive Plan amendment and Zoning Map
amendment, located east of Cedar Avenue (CSAH 23) and north of 225th Street, as presented,
and approval of the Findings of Fact dated August 5, 2021.
Ayes: Drotning, Einck, Lillehei, Witte, Majorowicz, Zimmer
Nays: 0
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Penny Brevig, Recording Secretary