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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-07 CITY OF LAKEVILLE. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES August 7, 2025 Chair Zimmer 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 Christine Zimmer, Vice Chair Scott Einck, Pat Kaluza, John Swaney, Mark Traffas, Alternate Erin Duckworth, Ex-Officio Jeff Hansen Members Absent: Jason Swenson, Amanda Tinsley Staff Present : Tina Goodroad, Community Development Director; Kris Jenson, Planning Manager; Jon Nelson, Assistant City Engineer; Zach Jorgensen, City Forester; Grace Benson, Forestry Technician; Dawn Erickson, Community Development Recorder. 3. Approval of the Meeting Minutes The July 17, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes were approved as presented. 4. Announcements Planning Manager Kris Jenson stated there are two handouts including the Parks, Recreation & Natural Resources Committee Motion regarding the tree preservation ordinance and an email comment regarding Agenda item 7 for Tradition Development. There will not be a public hearing for Agenda item 6; the application was withdrawn by the applicant. 5. City of Lakeville - Tree Preservation Ordinance Community Development Director Tina Goodroad provided an update on the proposed tree ordinance. Ms. Goodroad stated that at the July 17, 2025 Planning Commission meeting, the draft tree preservation ordinance was tabled with a request that staff review the impacts of the proposed ordinance on single-family home properties. City Forester Zach Jorgensen presented an overview of the ordinance and highlighted the changes. The primary change is that the requirement of the tree preservation plan does not apply unless a single-family home property is at least one acre in size, exclusive of right-of-way and easements. The draft language now also gives single-family homeowners the option to prepare the tree preservation plan themselves, rather than requiring that a certified or licensed professional prepare the plan. Chair Zimmer asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 7, 2025 Page 2  Commissioners Kaluza and Einck expressed their support for the changes staff made to the ordinance.  Commissioner Traffas inquired how the one acre was chosen for the minimum lot size for already developed properties. Mr. Jorgensen stated that the one-acre size would address some of the concerns regarding preservation of woodlands, and is of a size that more easily accommodates replanting of trees on site. Motion was made by Einck, seconded by Swaney to recommend to City Council approval of the ordinance amendments to Title 10 (Subdivisions) and Title 11 (Zoning) of the City Code relating to tree preservation. Ayes: Duckworth, Traffas, Kaluza, Zimmer, Einck, Swaney Nays: 0 6. ETS South Metro (application withdrawn) 7. Tradition Development Chair Zimmer opened the public hearing to consider the application of Tradition Development for a Comprehensive Plan amendment to bring approximately 390 acres of land into the current Municipal Urban Service Area (MUSA), a Comprehensive Plan amendment to re-guide properties from Commercial to Medium/High Density and Rural Density to Low Density Residential, Low/Medium Density Residential, and Medium/High Density Residential; and a Zoning Map amendment to rezone properties from C-3, General Commercial District to RM-3, Medium Density Residential District and RA, Rural/Agriculture District to RS-4, Single Family Residential District, RST-2, Single and Two-Family Residential District, and RM-3, Medium Density Residential District. Todd Stutz of Tradition Development introduced the project. Mr. Stutz stated they currently own 200 acres of the overall 390 acres included in the application. Tradition Development is working in conjunction with the remaining property owners that have signed on to be a part of the project. Mr. Stutz provided an overview of the various steps and stated that this project is still within the early stages of a lengthy process. Ms. Goodroad presented an overview of the applications. Tradition Development (Artemis Land Holdings, LLC) has applied for Comprehensive Plan MUSA staging and land use amendments and Zoning Map amendments as a first step towards a master plan for a new residential community in southwest Lakeville. Tradition Development has assembled five properties totaling 200.28 acres (property formerly owned by the Lenertz family) and is working on behalf of 16 other properties surrounding this area to be part of the amendment and potentially part of the new residential development totaling 390 gross acres. Tradition Development is committed to creating a new neighborhood parallel to Spirit of Brandtjen Farm with a variety of lot sizes, densities, quality Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 7, 2025 Page 3 residential construction, open space and development amenities. A high-level concept plan for proposed land uses across the 21 properties has been prepared. The Comprehensive Plan amendments include bringing approximately 390 gross acres of land into the current Municipal Urban Service Area (MUSA). Parcels are either staged Expansion Area B or Urban Reserve. The request also includes a Comprehensive Plan amendment to re-guide properties from Commercial to Medium/High Density and Rural Density to Low Density Residential, Low/Medium Density Residential, and Medium/High Density Residential. There is also a Zoning Map amendment to rezone parcels to be consistent with the land use. The rezoning request is to change C-3, General Commercial District to RM-3, Medium Density Residential District and RA, Rural/Agriculture District to RS-4, Single Family Residential District, RST-2, Single and Two-Family Residential District, and RM-3, Medium Density Residential District. The remaining six parcels located south of the amendment area are not proposed to be re-guided at this time but are likely to change as part of the 2050 Comprehensive Plan update. These parcels will more than likely be re-guided to Low Density Residential. Ms. Goodroad stated that Community Development Department staff has determined that the requested land use plan amendment is consistent with the intent and goals of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and recommends approval of both the Comprehensive Plan amendment and the Zoning Map amendment. Chair Zimmer opened the hearing for public comment. The following people spoke: Beth Louden, 12330 210th Street Steve Hellevik, 12430 210th Street Bob Erickson, 19081 Inndale Drive Katie Gross, 22100 Penn Avenue Michael Baumann, 17876 Fulda Trail, Lakeville Schools Brian Louden, 12310 210th Street Larry Jones, 12450 210th Street Mark Zweber, 12320 210th Street Christine Thompson, 21840 Laigle Avenue, via email. Concerns raised from the public comment include:  Opinion that the proposed changes are premature  Traffic concerns on 210th Street (CSAH 70); current impacts for residents along 210th Street and the impact of a future access to the Artemis development  Impacts to wetlands, drainage, trees, and wildlife habitat  Extension of trunk sanitary sewer is not programmed in the 2025-2029 CIP.  Subdivision in Scott County shows future street connection.  Impacts to the City’s hunting map  Impacts to the school district; City and ISD 194 need to be more strategic. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 7, 2025 Page 4  Question about future street locations and whether City will use eminent domain to obtain land if owners aren’t willing to sell.  Not enough detail in the current plan for the school district to determine future school needs.  Suggestion that the development use 2.5 acres lots as is being done by Tradition in New Market Township  Question as to whether existing wells will be permitted to remain and whether Laigle Avenue would be paved from the south side of the development to the city boundary. Motion was made by Swaney, seconded by Einck to close the public hearing at 7:25 p.m. Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes – unanimous Ms. Goodroad stated that the AUAR uses development scenarios to assess the impact on infrastructure such as traffic and roads as well as environmental impacts to wetlands, water, trees, wildlife, etc. and include mitigation measures to address said impacts from development of the site. The Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources Committee will be involved in the evaluation of the master plan. Mr. Stutz from Tradition met with the Superintendent staff of ISD 194, supplying information regarding the projected number of families based on proposed housing types. The road plan is a conceptual layout at this time and the city does not have any history of using eminent domain. Ms. Goodroad added that the AUAR process typically takes about nine months to complete. Assistant City Engineer Jon Nelson noted that the proposed extension of sanitary sewer along 215 th Street on the east side of I-35 has been included in the proposed 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), which is being drafted but added that the plan has not yet been approved by the City Council. He confirmed that the project was not included in the approved 2025-2029 CIP. Chair Zimmer asked for comments from the Planning Commission.  Commissioners Traffas and Einck asked for clarification on the timing of the zoning amendments. Ms. Goodroad stated that moving forward with the comprehensive plan and zoning amendments now is so that the approved changes to the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map can be used as a scenario in the AUAR. As part of Met Council’s review of comprehensive plan amendments, the city needs to demonstrate that the zoning of the parcels in questions will be consistent with the changes to the Comprehensive Plan.  Commissioner Kaluza noted that these amendments are a first step in a long review process, of which there are many more steps before breaking ground on the site. He added that the City is approaching the end of the current comprehensive plan, of which there have been changes. He is supportive of the current proposal and comfortable moving forward with the next step.  Commissioner Swaney asked about the jurisdiction notices and that the City hasn’t yet heard back from everyone that was provided notice. Ms. Goodroad stated that jurisdictions have 60 days in which to provide a response but that typically responses are received with no comment. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 7, 2025 Page 5 Ms. Jenson added that the City Council must approve the proposed amendment, after which it is submitted to the Met Council for their review. Met Council will not deem the submittal complete until either the 60 days have passed since the notice was distributed, or a response has been received from each jurisdiction that was notified. Once that has occurred, then Met Council will begin their review of the proposed amendment. Motion was made by Kaluza, seconded by Einck to recommend to City Council approval of the Tradition Development Comprehensive Plan amendments and the Zoning Map amendment and approval of the findings of fact dated August 7, 2025. Ayes: Kaluza, Zimmer, Einck, Swaney, Traffas, Duckworth Nays: 0 8. Dakota Waste Solutions, LLC and OLAM Holdings 1, LLC Chair Zimmer opened the public hearing to consider the application of Dakota Waste Solutions, LLC and OLAM Holdings 1, LLC for a Comprehensive Plan amendment to bring approximately 120 acres of land into the current Municipal Urban Service Area (MUSA), a Comprehensive Plan amendment to re-guide properties from Office Park to Warehouse/Light Industrial, and a Zoning Map amendment to rezone property from O-P, Office Park District to I-1, Light Industrial District. Mike Brandt of Kimley Horn introduced the project. Ms. Goodroad stated that Dakota Waste Solutions, LLC and OLAM Holdings 1, LLC have applied for Comprehensive Plan MUSA staging and land use amendments as well as a Zoning Map amendment as a first step in development of these industrial properties. Dakota Waste Solutions, LLC has submitted plans for development of property south of 215th Street, directly south of their current operating location, to relocate the recycling and food processing businesses. OLAM Holdings 1, LLC recently completed an AUAR which identified the need for staging, land use and zoning amendments to support development of their properties for industrial uses. Concept plans are underway for multiple industrial buildings. A residential property located between the two OLAM Holdings properties has also been included at the owner’s request. The Comprehensive Plan amendment includes amending the staging on three parcels from Expansion Area B to the current Municipal Urban Service Area (MUSA). The request also includes a Comprehensive Plan amendment to re-guide those properties guided Office Park to Warehouse/Light Industrial. Finally, the application includes a Zoning Map amendment to rezone parcels the same parcels from OP, Office Park District to I-1, Light Industrial District. Ms. Goodroad stated that Community Development Department staff has determined that the requested land use plan amendment is consistent with the intent and goals of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and recommends approval of both the Comprehensive Plan Amendment and the Zoning Map Amendment. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, August 7, 2025 Page 6 Chair Zimmer opened the hearing for public comment. There was no public comment. Motion was made by Kaluza, seconded by Swaney to close the public hearing at 7:48 p.m. Voice vote was taken on the motion. Ayes – unanimous Chair Zimmer asked for comments from the Planning Commission.  Commissioner Traffas asked if the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency could make decision or take some action that would delay or change the plans. Ms. Goodroad stated that she does not believe so. Motion was made by Swaney, seconded by Kaluza to recommend to City Council approval of the Dakota Waste Solutions LLC and OLAM Holdings 1 LLC Comprehensive Plan amendments and the Zoning Map amendment and approval of the findings of fact dated August 7, 2025. Ayes: Zimmer, Einck, Swaney, Traffas, Duckworth, Kaluza Nays: 0 9. Staff Notices The Tree Preservation Ordinance and the Dakota Waste Solutions, LLC and OLAM Holdings 1, LLC will be on the August 18 City Council Meeting. The next Planning Commission meeting will be on September 4. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Dawn Erickson, Community Development Recorder