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CITY OF LAKEVILLE
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
November 20, 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,
Jason Swenson, Amanda Tinsley, Alternate Dylan Duckworth, Ex-Officio Jeff Hansen
Members Absent: Mark Traffas
Staff Present : Kris Jenson, Planning Manager; Tina Goodroad, Community Development
Director; Jon Nelson, Assistant City Engineer; Dawn Erickson, Community Development
Recorder
3. Approval of the Meeting Minutes
The November 6, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes were approved as presented.
4. Announcements
Planning Manager Kris Jenson stated that a revised landscape plan for Kyla Crossing Second
Addition was submitted and distributed to the Commissioners.
5a. Kyla Crossing Second Addition
Chair Zimmer opened the public hearing to consider the application of Topaz, LLC for the
following, located at the northwest corner of Ipava Avenue and Kenwood Trail (CSAH 50).
1. Preliminary plat of 18 single-family lots
2. Zoning Map Amendment to rezone property from RM-2, Medium Density Residential
District to RST-2, Single and Two Family Residential District
3. Comprehensive Plan Amendment to re-guide property from Medium/High Density
Residential District to Low Density Residential District
Rick Osberg from Hill Incorporated, the engineer for the project introduced the project. Bill Ryan,
the developer and owner of OneTenTen Homes and Ryan Realty was also in attendance.
Ms. Jenson presented the staff report. Representatives of Topaz, LLC have applied for a preliminary
plat, Zoning Map amendment, and Comprehensive Plan Amendment to allow the development
of 18 single family home lots on 7.64 acres to be known as Kyla Crossing Second Addition.
The Kyla Crossing Second Addition preliminary plat area is currently zoned RM-2, Medium
Density Residential District. The Developer has applied to rezone the property to RST-2, Single
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and Two-Family Residential District to develop the site with single family homes. In conjunction
with the rezoning, the Comprehensive Land Use plan must be amended to be consistent with the
zoning of the property. The property is currently guided Medium/High Density Residential, which
anticipates attached townhome development at a density of 5.0 to 9.0 units per acre. The proposed
land use is Low Density Residential, with an anticipated density of 3.0 dwelling units per acre. Due
to the number of units in the development and the proximity of the plat to neighboring
jurisdictions, the comprehensive plan amendment meets the criteria for administrative review by
the Metropolitan Council. Staff has contacted the local sector representative and will submit a
complete application following City Council review.
The preliminary plat proposes 18 single family homes, which is consistent with the adjoining Kyla
Crossing development. Iris Way will be extended to connect to Ipava Avenue with a sidewalk on
one side of the street. Buffer yard plantings are required along the two lots adjacent to Ipava
Avenue and is shown on the landscape plan. None of the lots directly abut Kenwood Trail, so buffer
yard plantings are not required, but the Developer is proposing tree plantings along the rear of
those lots to provide some buffer, given the proximity to Kenwood Trail. Stipulation 8 of the
Planning report required the landscape plan to be revised to move trees out of Outlot B and onto
the single-family lots as well as moving front yard trees out of the drainage and utility easements.
The revised plan has been distributed to Planning Commissioners and staff confirms that
Stipulation 8 can be removed as it has been satisfied by the revised landscape plan.
Community Development Department staff recommends approval of the Kyla Crossing Second
Addition preliminary plat, Zoning Map Amendment, and Comprehensive Plan Amendment
subject to the seven stipulations as amended and approval of the findings of fact.
Chair Zimmer opened the hearing to the public for comment.
There was one public comment.
John Hawkinson, 9611 198th Street, asked if there was any discussion about pedestrian flow and
traffic safety at the Iris Way intersection, across the street from Ames Arena. Mr. Hawkinson
inquired if there is any idea of what will happen with the outlots south of lots 5-9.
Motion was made by Kaluza, seconded by Einck to close the public hearing at 6:08 p.m.
Voice vote was taken on the motion.
Ayes – unanimous
Ms. Jenson stated that the four lots are where the ponding area for Kenwood Trail is, so they are
not developable for the future. Mr. Osberg stated that two alternatives were considered for the
design of the entrance/exit location of the street and the one that was chosen was the best option
available. Jon Nelson, Assistant City Engineer, stated there will be a stop sign on the side street on
the west side of Ipava Avenue.
Chair Zimmer asked for comments from the Planning Commission.
Commissioner Swenson stated when he drove through Kyla Crossing all the streets had no
parking signs on one side of the street. He inquired whether no parking signs will be continued
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through this addition so it is signed the same. Ms. Jenson stated Engineering staff can be
consulted and if recommended it could be done through a resolution approval by City Council
with the final plat.
Motion was made by Swenson, seconded by Kaluza to recommend to City Council approval of
the Kyla Crossing Second Addition preliminary plat of 18 single-family lots; the Zoning Map
Amendment to rezone property from RM-2, Medium Density Residential District to RST-2, Single
and Two Family Residential District; and the Comprehensive Plan Amendment to re-guide
property from Medium/High Density Residential District to Low Density Residential District and
approval of the findings of fact dated November 20, 2025, subject to the following stipulations:
1. Implementation of the recommendations listed in the November 10, 2025 engineering report.
2. The Comprehensive Plan Amendment is subject to review and approval by Metropolitan
Council.
3. Park dedication shall be satisfied with a cash contribution paid with the final plat.
4. The Developer shall construct five-foot-wide concrete sidewalks as shown on the preliminary
plat plans.
5. Outlots A, B, and C shall be deeded to the City with the final plat.
6. Driveway access from Lot 9, Block 1 and Lot 9, Block 2 to Ipava Avenue is prohibited.
7. All new local utilities shall be placed underground.
Ayes: Duckworth, Kaluza, Zimmer, Einck, Swaney, Swenson, Tinsley
Nays: 0
5b. Dakota Waste Solutions
Chair Zimmer opened the public hearing to consider the application of Dakota Waste Solutions,
LLC for the following, located at the southeast corner of 215th Street and Kaparia Avenue.
1. Preliminary plat of a two lot, one outlot subdivision
2. Zoning Map Amendment (Rezoning) from I-1, Light Industrial to PUD, Planned Unit
Development
3. Planned Unit Development (PUD) Development Stage plan approval for a recycling and
composting facility – including source-separated organic waste composting and wood
processing and recycling capabilities
Mike Brandt with Kimley Horn, representing Dakota Waste Solutions, introduced the project and
presented a project overview including a detailed explanation of the activities which are required
to process the compost on-site and the timeline for development.
Tina Goodroad, Community Development Director, presented the staff report. The proposed
development is located at the southeast corner of 215th Street and Kaparia Avenue. The site is 39.89
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acres in area, including right-of-way, and currently used for agricultural purposes and semi-trailer
storage in the northeast corner. Two natural gas pipelines cross diagonally through the northern
part of the property. Dakota Waste Solutions is proposing an approximately 32-acre recycling and
composting facility that will include source-separated organic material (SSOM). The proposed
recycling uses will be moved from the property immediately north of 215th Street to this site,
operating within structures and under more formal review and approvals than exist today.
The goal of the proposed development is to be a “zero-waste processing facility”. While some
materials that enter the site will ultimately be discarded, the intent of the facility is to process all
the materials that are brought to the site into useful products. This will ease the burden on landfills
as many tons of materials that would otherwise be disposed of in a landfill will now be re-used after
some processing at the facility.
The site contains food and yard waste processing facilities. Food waste that will be brought to this
site will be sorted at the source and will be limited to certain types of material listed in the attached
PUD ordinance. The list includes, but not limited to, items such as fruits, vegetables, garden waste,
and cooked meat. The City and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) shall be notified a
minimum of 30 days prior to any change to the list of accepted materials at this facility.
The Dakota Waste Solutions preliminary plat and PUD development plans have been reviewed by
Community Development, Engineering, Environment Resources Division, and the City Forester,
as well as Barr Engineering for stormwater review. In addition to needing approval from the city,
the Dakota Waste Solutions facility shall obtain and maintain a Dakota County License for a Solid
Waste Composting Facility and MPCA permits, including any required permit(s) for a Source-
Separated Organic Material Compost Facility.
A final PUD plan, final plat and related agreements will be required before development activities
begin. Community Development department staff recommend approval.
Chair Zimmer opened the hearing to the public for comment.
There was no public comment.
Motion was made by Kaluza, seconded by Swenson to close the public hearing at 6:46 p.m.
Voice vote was taken on the motion.
Ayes – unanimous
Chair Zimmer asked for comments from the Planning Commission.
Commissioner Swaney expressed appreciation for the in-depth presentation.
Commissioner Swenson expressed support for the project. He inquired about the reason why
there cannot be any paving over the gas pipeline until it is replaced. Mr. Brandt stated the north
line has been there since 1954 and the gas company stated the gas line will be replaced within
two years, requesting that it not be paved over until the pipeline has been replaced.
Commissioner Swenson asked if in the interim there would be gravel over the pipeline, and
would that require a modification of the PUD to allow that timing and sequencing. Ms.
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Goodroad stated some language can be added to that effect before this goes to City Council.
Regarding fencing that can’t go over the pipeline easement, will there be another set of gates at
that access between the north access and the west. Mr. Brandt stated the MPCA requires
compost facilities to be fenced.
Commissioner Swenson inquired how the finished product, much of which will be
compostable material, will be hauled out. Mr. Brandt stated there will be end users purchasing
it and bagging it for sale.
Commissioner Swenson asked if there are any restrictions on the color of the hoop structures.
Ms. Goodroad stated that neutral colors could be added to the requirements.
Motion was made by Swenson, seconded by Swaney to recommend to City Council approval of
the Zoning Map Amendment of the property from I-1, Light Industrial District to PUD, Planned
Unit Development District based on the findings of fact dated November 20, 2025 subject to the
recording of the final plat and final PUD Development Plan for Dakota Waste Solutions; and
approval of the preliminary plat for a two-lot subdivision, and approval of a preliminary PUD
Development Stage plan for a recycling and composting facility – including source-separated
organic waste composting and wood processing and recycling capabilities subject to the following
stipulations:
Preliminary plat stipulations:
1. All written and graphic materials officially submitted to the city shall be considered as a
formal agreement between the developer and the city; once approved by the City Council,
no changes, modifications, or alterations shall be made to any use, structure, plan, detail,
specification, or standards without prior approval of the Zoning Administrator.
2. An agreement for shared driveway access to Lots 1 and 2, Block 1 shall be established in
conjunction with the recording of the final plat, subject to review and approval of the
Zoning Administrator.
3. All grading, drainage, wetland, and erosion control issues and plans shall be subject to
review and approval of the City Engineer, including implementation of the
recommendations listed in the November 13, 2025 engineering report.
4. Execution of a Stormwater Maintenance Agreement shall be required between the
Developer and the city for the maintenance of the stormwater system, subject to review and
approval of the City Engineer.
5. Outlot A shall be deeded to the City for stormwater management purposes.
6. Park dedication requirements shall be satisfied by payment of a cash fee in lieu of land
dedication at the time of final plat approval based on the fee schedule then in effect.
7. The preliminary plat and PUD development stage plan shall be valid for one year from the
date of City Council approval unless extended as provided for by the Subdivision
Ordinance and Zoning Ordinance; prior to expiration of the preliminary plat and PUD
development stage plan, the developer shall submit applications for final plat and PUD
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final plan approval in accordance with the provisions of the Subdivision Ordinance and
Zoning Ordinance.
Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) Development Stage plan stipulations:
1. All written and graphic materials officially submitted to the city shall be considered as a
formal agreement between the developer and the city; once approved by the City Council,
no changes, modifications, or alterations shall be made to any use, structure, plan, detail,
specification, or standards without prior approval of the Zoning Administrator.
2. Lots 1 and 2, Block 1 shall comply with the PUD ordinance as approved by the City Council
for the development and operation of the source-separated organics processing facility.
3. Applicant shall comply with all applicable current and future Federal, State, County, and
City laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, licenses and permits including, but not limited to,
those of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), County, and other regulations
applicable to operations at the organic recycling facility.
4. The facility operations shall be available for inspections by authorized City inspectors
within normal company working hours upon reasonable advance notice to the Applicant.
5. Plans for the type and construction of any permanent structures, including exterior
materials, height, and use of hoop sheds as allowed by the PUD ordinance, shall be subject
to Planning Commission review and City Council approval as part of the PUD final plan.
6. Any building mechanical equipment shall be screened as required by Section 11-21-13 of
the Zoning Ordinance, subject to approval of the Zoning Administrator.
7. Landscaping shall be installed in accordance with the approved landscape plan, subject to
review and approval of the City Forester.
8. The Developer shall provide a security in an amount determined by the City Forester with
the final plat and PUD final plat to guarantee installation of the landscaping.
9. Construction of the screening berm shall begin at the time of site grading and installation
of all plantings shall be completed prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
10. Prior to a final landscape inspection by the City Forester, an as-built landscape plan must
be submitted to the city.
11. Exterior lighting shall comply with Section 11-16-17 of the Zoning Ordinance.
12. Any signs installed upon the property shall comply with Chapter 23 of the Zoning
Ordinance and shall require a sign permit approved by the Zoning Administrator prior to
placement.
13. All fences shall comply with Section 11-21-5 of the Zoning Ordinance, including issuance
of a fence permit or building permit prior to construction, as applicable.
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14. All grading, drainage, wetland, and erosion control issues and plans shall be subject to
review and approval of the City Engineer, including implementation of the
recommendations listed in the November 13, 2025 engineering report.
15. Execution of a Stormwater Maintenance Agreement shall be required between the
Developer and the city for the maintenance of the stormwater system, subject to review and
approval of the City Engineer.
16. The site and buildings shall be developed in accordance with the following schedule:
a. April 2026: Begin construction of compost and food processing facility and wood
processing facility.
b. September 2026: Start food processing and composting.
c. June 2027:
(1) Move wood processing use from PID 220360007013 and PID 220360006019
to the subject property.
(2) Begin cleanup of food processing, composting, wood processing, and all
related outdoor storage on PID 220360007013 and PID 220360006019.
d. September 30, 2028: All wood processing, food processing, composting and all
related outdoor storage and other activities shall have been removed and the site
restored on PID 220360007013 and PID 220360006019).
17. Applicant shall enter into a PUD Development Contract and related agreements
with the City subject to review by the City Attorney and approval of the City Council prior
to approval of a final plat or PUD final plan.
18. The preliminary plat and PUD development stage plan shall be valid for one year
from the date of City Council approval unless extended as provided for by the Subdivision
Ordinance and Zoning Ordinance; prior to expiration of the preliminary plat and PUD
development stage plan, the developer shall submit applications for final plat and PUD
final plan approval in accordance with the provisions of the Subdivision Ordinance and
Zoning Ordinance.
Ayes: Kaluza, Zimmer, Einck, Swaney, Swenson, Tinsley, Duckworth
Nays: 0
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:54 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Dawn Erickson, Community Development Recorder