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E dina H ousing and R edevelopm ent Author ity
City of E dina, Minnesota
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Thursday, August 10, 2023
7:30 AM
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I.Call to Ord er
II.Roll Call
III.Pledge of Allegia n ce
IV.Ap p roval of Meetin g Agen d a
V.Com m unity Com m en t
Du ring "Com m unity Com m en t," th e Edin a Housing and Redevelop m ent
Au thority (HRA) will in vite resid ents to sh are new issues or con cern s tha t
h aven't been con sid ered in th e p ast 30 da y s b y th e HRA or w h ich a ren't
slated for fu ture consideration . Individ u als m u st lim it their com m ents to
three m inutes. Th e Ch air m a y lim it the num ber of sp ea kers on th e sa m e
issue in th e interest of tim e a n d topic. Gen era lly sp ea king, item s tha t are
elsewhere on tod ay's a genda m a y not b e addressed d u ring Com m unity
Com m en t. In d ividua ls sh ould not expect th e Ch air or Com m issioners to
resp ond to th eir com m en ts toda y . Instead the Com m issioners m ight refer the
m atter to sta. for consideration a t a fu ture m eeting.
VI.Ad option of Con sen t Agenda
All a genda item s listed on the consent a genda a re con sid ered rou tin e and
will be en acted by one m otion. There will be no sepa rate d iscussion of such
item s unless requested to be rem oved from the Con sen t Agenda by a
Com m ission er of the HRA. In su ch ca ses the item w ill b e rem oved from th e
Consent Agen d a and con sid ered im m ediately follow ing the a d option of th e
Consent Agen d a. (Fa vorable rollcall vote of m a jority of Com m issioners
p resent to approve.)
A.Dra ft Min u tes of the Regu la r Meetin g Ju n e 8, 2023 and Sp ecia l Meeting June
15, 2023
B.Req u est for Purch ase: Cha n ge Order No. 1: FC22-11 50th and France Pa rking
Ra m p Rep airs
C.Modify Forgivable Loa n Agreem en t with Edin a Ch am ber of Com m erce
D.Am en d Con tra ct for Private Developm en t with Un ited Prop erties Residen tial,
LLC
E.Subord ina tion Agreem ent to Environ m ental Coven ant a t 3930 a n d 3944
Market Street
VII.Reports/Recom m enda tions: (Favora b le vote of m ajority of Com m ission ers
p resent to approve excep t where n oted)
A.Prepa ration of Loan Agreem ent w ith Ha wkey e Hotels d b a Fifth Sid e Lodgin g,
LLC
VIII.Executive Director's Com m ents
A.Project Up d ate
IX.HRA Com m issioners' Com m en ts
X.Ad jou rn m ent
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Date: August 10, 2023 Agenda Item #: VI.A.
To:C hair & C ommis s ioners of the Edina HR A Item Type:
Minutes
F rom:Liz O ls on, Administrative S upport S pecialist
Item Activity:
Subject:Draft Minutes of the R egular Meeting June 8, 2023
and S pecial Meeting June 15, 2023
Action
Edina Housing and Redevelopment
Authority
Established 1974
C ITY O F E D IN A
HO US I NG & R EDEVELO P MENT
AUT HO R I T Y
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
A C TI O N R EQ U ES TED:
Approve the draft minutes of the regular meeting J une 8, 2023 and Special M eeting June 15, 2023.
I N TR O D U C TI O N:
AT TAC HME N T S:
Description
Draft Minutes of the Regular Meeting June 8, 2023
Draft Minutes of the Special Meeting June 15, 2023
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MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
JUNE 8, 2023
7:30 A.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m. then explained the processes created for
public comment.
II. ROLLCALL
Answering rollcall were Chair Hovland, Commissioners Jackson, Pierce, and Risser.
Absent: Commissioner Agnew.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. MEETING AGENDA APPROVED – AS PRESENTED
Motion by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Pierce, approving the
meeting agenda as presented.
Roll call:
Ayes: Jackson, Pierce, Risser, and Hovland
Motion carried.
V. COMMUNITY COMMENT
No one appeared.
VA. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S RESPONSE TO COMMUNITY COMMENT
Executive Director Neal shared response to community comments received.
VI. CONSENT AGENDA – ADOPTED
Member Pierce made a motion, seconded by Member Jackson, approving the consent
agenda as presented:
V.A. Draft Minutes of the Special Meeting of May 18, 2023
V.B. Adopt Resolution 2023-06; Authorizing an Interfund Loan in Connection with
the Eden/Willson Tax Increment Financing District
Rollcall:
Ayes: Jackson, Pierce, Risser, and Hovland
Motion carried.
VII. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
VII.A. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-05 SUPPORTING AFFORDABLE HOUSING AT 5780
LINCOLN DRIVE – TABLED TO SPECIAL MEETING
Affordable Housing Development Manager Hawkinson shared background regarding the affordable
housing process versus a market rate project and stated the goal was to have housing affordable to
the general worker. She said the State’s goal was to build 300,000 new homes by 2030 across all
types, prices, and locations to stabilize prices and meet demand throughout the state. She reviewed
the City’s guiding documents for affordable housing and noted public engagement informed the
creation of these documents with the City’s goal to create 1,804 new affordable housing units by
2030 and increase the average population per developed acre by 4% by 2030. She spoke about
promoting more compact development that reduced sprawl and made walking, biking, and transit
more viable and create a strong and growing tax base while being an open and inclusive community.
She noted developers were partners in the City’s efforts to meet these goals but added developers
bear a lot of risk then shared the definition of affordable housing was the cost did not exceed 30%
Minutes/HRA/June 8, 2023
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of household income. Ms. Hawkinson noted that 45% renters were housing cost burdened and paid
over 30% of their income on rent then spoke about the need for public partnership to help fill the
gaps in these projects.
Ms. Hawkinson shared The Solhem Companies was proposing an 89-unit affordable housing
development at 5780 Lincoln Drive that would serve individuals and families. In addition to pursuing
site plan approval, they were also applying for financial support from Minnesota Housing, the
Metropolitan Council, and Hennepin County. An early demonstration of support from the Edina
HRA would help leverage these additional funding sources. The development still needed site plan
approval, approval of a term sheet, and approval of a redevelopment agreement prior to any City
funding being fully committed.
Amol Dixit, The Solhem Companies, shared context regarding the request and how much the $2.5
million and other funding sources meant then said the MFA made it clear that without soft
commitment from the City chances for the points needed was slim then added a certain percentage
of the total development costs needed to be committed. He said the total was $38 million and they
needed 12-13% commitment so almost 50% of the developer fee was being deferred and at risk.
Mr. Dixit said they increased the amount of the deferred fee to reach that percentage because they
did not receive the Hennepin County award but added no one was interested in being the first
money in but reminded the Board of the MFA need to see a commitment. He said without the soft
commitment the project had little chance of moving forward at this time and then the project would
be put back into the cycle to begin again.
The Board asked questions and provided feedback.
Motion made by Commissioner Jackson to table consideration of Resolution No. 2023-
05 supporting affordable family housing at 5780 Lincoln Drive for redrafting and
consideration at a special HRA meeting to be determined. Seconded by Commissioner
Pierce.
Roll call:
Ayes: Jackson, Pierce, Risser, and Hovland
Motion carried.
VIII. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS – Received
IX. HRA COMMISSIONER COMMENTS – Received
X. ADJOURNMENT
Motion made by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Pierce, to adjourn
the meeting at 8:46 a.m.
Roll call:
Ayes: Jackson, Pierce, Risser, and Hovland
Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Scott Neal, Executive Director
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MINUTES
OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
EDINA HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
JUNE 15, 2023
4:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Hovland called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. then explained the processes created for
public comment.
II. ROLLCALL
Answering rollcall were Chair Hovland, Commissioners Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, and Risser.
Absent: None.
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. MEETING AGENDA APPROVED - AS PRESENTED
Motion by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Agnew, approving the
meeting agenda as presented.
Roll call:
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, and Hovland
Motion carried.
V. COMMUNITY COMMENT
No one appeared.
VA. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S RESPONSE TO COMMUNITY COMMENT
Executive Director Neal said there were no community comments received at the last meeting.
VI. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
VI.A. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-05 SUPPORTING AFFORDABLE HOUSING AT 5780
LINCOLN DRIVE – ADOPTED AS AMENDED
Affordable Housing Development Manager Hawkinson shared background stating Solhem
Development, LLC (Solhem) was seeking preliminary approval of $2,500,000 to support their
proposed “5780 Lincoln” development located at 5780 Lincoln Drive. This award would leverage
financing from Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (MHFA), Hennepin County, and the Metropolitan
Council. She said the proposed development would be a 100% affordable rental apartment building
for individuals and families earning of the 50% Area Median Income or less ($58,650 for a 4-person
household) and would be the first affordable housing development on the far west side of the City,
within the Hopkins School District. She noted at the last meeting the resolution, if adopted, would
accompany an application to Minnesota Housing for tax credit allocation and that they were clear a
resolution as amended would not rise to the level of commitment and would not be accepted. She
acknowledged the timing was not ideal but staff was bringing this forward because of other funding
partners’ application cycles then noted timing of previous resolutions of support for 100% affordable
housing developments. She said in this case the development complied with the guided land use for
the Comprehensive Plan, Transportation Plan, and the Climate Action Plan and was brought forth
based on public comment feeding into the Cornelia Elementary School. She referred to community
pushback on housing in this area and if not approved staff was seeking guidance on where affordable
housing could be located in the City.
Assistant Planner Aaker commented about the underlying zoning and guided and potential use of
PUD in this project and said the site was guided Office Residential and explained how the
Comprehensive Plan was the guiding document over the Zoning Ordinance and how the City was
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obligated to zone in accordance with the Comp Plan. She said in 2008 the area was reguided to
Office Residential and when rezoned would be brought compliance with the Comp Plan with the
underlying zoning district that would support the amendment. She spoke about the give-to-get
policy which resulted in a PUD process for more flexibility and allowed the City to achieve a more
beneficial outcome for both parties and for affordable housing to remain affordable longer through
conditions.
Assistant Planner Bodecker stated the PUD allowed for more flexibility for both to be more flexible
and would ultimately be approved by Council and confirmed the underlying zoning was PID Industrial
and the Comp Plan would not require any amendment because it was already guided as Office
Residential. She said staff supported this location as a potential site for affordable housing from both
a zoning and land use standpoint.
City Attorney Kendall said he reviewed the proposed development contract and deferred to staff
on how MFHA would review the application and confirmed the City did not have an adopted policy
surrounding applications for affordable housing.
Economic Development Manager Neuendorf said in late 2022 the City’s TIF policy was updated and
it did address the issue in general terms but not this particulate document and said there were
provisions defined and clarified for future funding agreements. He noted staff recommended
following the policy but could update the policy in the future.
Strike “potential” and use shall provide and will not or would instead and delete the next Whereas
that referenced agreement with developer with Dignity and Respect. Ms. Hawkinson and look at
letter and agreement on how we can incorporate into a final development agreement.
The Board asked questions and provided feedback.
Motion Commissioner Agnew introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2023-
05 supporting affordable family housing at 5780 Lincoln Drive for as amended to include
the word “Project” in the second Wheras; to strike “potential” on Page 2 and include
“will” and delete the paragraph regarding Building Dignity and Respect Program and
to enforce the terms of the Building Dignity and Respect Code of Conduct for the
Project. Seconded by Commissioner Risser.
Roll call:
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, and Hovland
Nay: Pierce
Abstain: Risser
Motion carried.
Motion by Member Jackson, seconded by Agnew, to amend Resolution No. 2023-05 to
include as a condition of City financial support the developer/builder agreeing to sign
an agreement to participate in the Building Dignity and Respect Program and to
enforce the terms of the Building Dignity and Respect Code of Conduct for the Project.
Roll call:
Ayes: Jackson
Nay: Agnew, Pierce, Risser, and Hovland
Motion failed.
VII. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS – Received
VII. HRA COMMISSIONER COMMENTS – Received
IX. ADJOURNMENT
Minutes/HRA/June 15, 2023
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Motion made by Commissioner Jackson, seconded by Commissioner Agnew, to adjourn
the meeting at 5:35 p.m.
Roll call:
Ayes: Agnew, Jackson, Pierce, Risser, and Hovland
Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Scott Neal, Executive Director
Date: August 10, 2023 Agenda Item #: VI.B.
To:C hair & C ommis s ioners of the Edina HR A Item Type:
R eques t F or P urchas e
F rom:Jon Dars ow, F acility S upervis or
Item Activity:
Subject:R equest for P urc hase: C hange O rder No. 1: F C 22-11
50th and F rance P arking R amp R epairs
Ac tion
Edina Housing and Redevelopment
Authority
Established 1974
C ITY O F E D IN A
HO US I NG & R EDEVELO P MENT
AUT HO R I T Y
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
A C TI O N R EQ U ES TED:
Approve R equest for P urchase: C hange Order for 50th & F rance P arking R amp Repairs with Ram Construction
for $405,998.00
I N TR O D U C TI O N:
T he original contract for repairs started in late April and due to more significant deterioration to five (5) lower-
level columns, a change in the contract is required. After the initial removal of deteriorated concrete on columns
occurred, the contractor and the city’s structural engineer identified additional repairs that would be required to
maintain a safe parking structure. T hese additional repairs required more shoring to support the structure during
the repairs.
Due to the timely natural of this work and the expectations of the businesses in the 50th and France B usiness
District, this work has already started. T he ramp has been closed to the public to ensure safe working conditions
for the contractor. Approximately half the columns have been repaired and a portion of the lower level of the
parking ramp will open to the public soon.
AT TAC HME N T S:
Description
Request for Purchase: Change Order No. 1: FC22-11 50th and France Parking Ramp Repairs
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BUDGET IMPACT:
Original Contract Amount = $220,969.00
Change Order #1 = $405,998.00
Revised Contract Amount = $626,967.00
These repairs are being funded through SPARC, Centennial Lakes Park TIF, and 50th and France Maintenance
District assessed back to the property owners.
CITY OF EDINA
4801 W 50th St., Edina, MN 55424
www.EdinaMN.gov | 952-927-8861 Requisition Number 12200233
Department: Engineering
Buyer: Jon Darsow
Date: 07/11/2023
Request for Purchase
Requisition Description: Change Order: 50th and France Parking Ramp Repairs
Vendor: RAM CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
Cost: $405,998.00
REPLACEMENT or NEW: REPLACEM - REPLACEMENT
PURCHASE SOURCE: QUOTE/BD - QUOTE/BID
DESCRIPTION:
The original contract for repairs started in late April and due to more significant deterioration to five (5)
lower-level columns, a change in the contract is required. After the initial removal of deteriorated concrete
on columns occurred, the contractor and the city’s structural engineer identified additional repairs that
would be required to maintain a safe parking structure. These additional repairs required more shoring to
support the structure during the repairs.
Due to the timely natural of this work and the expectations of the businesses in the 50th and France
Business District, this work has already started. The ramp has been closed to the public to ensure safe
working conditions for the contractor. Approximately half the columns have been repaired and a portion
of the lower level of the parking ramp will open to the public soon.
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COMMUNITY IMPACT:
Required yearly inspections identified repairs needed in the short term to continue safe operations of the
parking ramps. This project completes the required repairs to extend the life of the ramps.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: N/A
Date: August 10, 2023 Agenda Item #: VI.C .
To:C hair & C ommis s ioners of the Edina HR A Item Type:
R eport / R ecommendation
F rom:Bill Neuendorf, Economic Development Manager
Item Activity:
Subject:Modify F orgivable Loan Agreement with Edina
C hamber of C ommerc e
Ac tion
Edina Housing and Redevelopment
Authority
Established 1974
C ITY O F E D IN A
HO US I NG & R EDEVELO P MENT
AUT HO R I T Y
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
A C TI O N R EQ U ES TED:
Approve the modification to the Forgivable Loan Agreement with Edina Chamber of Commerce
I N TR O D U C TI O N:
T his item pertains to the partially forgivable construction loan provided to the E dina C hamber of C ommerce for
the E dina I nnovation L ab. T he hard construction is substantially complete, but the work has taken slightly longer
than initially anticipated.
T he City Attorney has prepared a modification to the Agreement to reflect the actual start up date. T he C hamber
is agreeable to this modification. S taff recommends approval of this modification.
AT TAC HME N T S:
Description
Modification to Edina Chamber Loan Agreement
FIRST AMENDMENT TO DRAW-DOWN LOAN AGREEMENT
Between
EDINA HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
And
EDINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ASSOCIATION, INC.
D/B/A EDINA INNOVATION LAB
for the
EDINA INNOVATION LAB PROJECT AT 7201 METRO BOULEVARD
________________________
Dated as of August 10, 2023
________________________
This Document Was Drafted By:
DORSEY & WHITNEY LLP (GIT)
Suite 1500
50 South Sixth Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
FIRST AMENDMENT TO DRAW-DOWN LOAN AGREEMENT
THIS First Amendment to Draw-Down Loan Agreement (this “Amendment”), made and
entered into as of this 10th day of August, 2023, is between the Edina Housing and Redevelopment
Authority, a political subdivision of the State of Minnesota (the “HRA”), and Edina Chamber of
Commerce Association, Inc., a Minnesota nonprofit corporation, d/b/a Edina Innovation Lab (the
“Borrower”), and amends that Draw-Down Loan Agreement between the HRA and the Borrower
dated November 17, 2022 (the “Original Agreement”).
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, pursuant to the temporary authority for use of increment granted by
Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.176, subdivision 4n (the “Act”), on October 28, 2021, the HRA
adopted, and on November 16, 2021, the City approved a written spending plan for unobligated
tax increment monies for the Southdale 2 TIF District, Pentagon Park TIF District, and 70th and
Cahill TIF District (the “Spending Plan”);
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Act and the Original Agreement, the HRA provided a draw-
down loan of unobligated tax increment revenue to the Borrower to assist in financing the Project
(as defined in the Original Agreement);
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Act and the Original Agreement, the HRA provided a draw-
down loan of unobligated tax increment revenue to the Borrower to assist in financing the Project
(as defined in the Original Agreement);
WHEREAS, as of July 30, 2023, the HRA has disbursed $275,545.96 of the $800,000
maximum loan proceeds under the Original Agreement;
WHEREAS, as permitted under the Original Agreement, on June 28, 2023, the Executive
Director of the HRA authorized 90-day extensions of the commencement, completion and
occupancy dates described in the Original Agreement;
WHEREAS, the parties desire to amend the Original Agreement to reflect, among other
things, (i) extensions to the commencement, completion and occupancy dates included in the
Original Agreement; and (ii) modification of the terms of the Note.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing premises and the mutual
obligations set forth in this Agreement, the parties hereto hereby agree as follows:
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ARTICLE 1
Definitions and Construction
1.01. Definitions. In this Amendment, unless otherwise defined herein, all capitalized
terms shall have the meanings given them in the Original Agreement.
1.02. Construction. Strikethrough text (strikethrough text) herein shall represent
language deleted from the Original Agreement and underlined text (underlined text) herein shall
represent added or replacement language.
ARTICLE 2
Representations and Warranties
2.01. Representations. The parties hereby reaffirm their respective representations and
warranties as stated in the Original Agreement.
ARTICLE 3
Amendments
3.01. Amendment of Section 3.01 of the Original Agreement. Paragraphs (a) and (b)
of Section 3.01 of the Original Agreement are hereby amended as follows:
3.01. Timing; Scope of Work and Renovation Plans. At the HRA’s request, the
Borrower shall make available to the HRA for review Renovation Plans for the Project.
(a) Time is of the essence for completion of the Project and occupancy of
the Facility. It is anticipated that the Borrower will enter into construction contracts
for the Project by December 31, 2022; substantially complete construction of the
project by May 31, 2023; and move in and occupy the Facility by June 30, 2023
September 28, 2023.
(b) Subject to Unavoidable Delay, Borrower shall cause the construction to
be initiated by January 2, 2023 April 2, 2023 and the Project to be completed and
the Facility to be occupied in accordance with the terms of the Scope of Work
described in Exhibit D and this Agreement by June 30, 2023 September 28, 2023.
The executive director of the HRA is hereby authorized to, in his or her discretion,
provide an extension in writing of up to ninety (90) days of the (i) construction
commencement date or the (ii) completion and occupancy date provided in this
paragraph.
3.02. Amendment of Section 3.02 of the Original Agreement. Paragraph (a) of Section
3.02 of the Original Agreement are hereby amended as follows:
3.02. Certificate of Completion.
(a) Upon the Borrower’s request following the HRA’s certification that the
Project has secured its final inspections and is fit for occupancy and the Project is
completed to the reasonable satisfaction of the HRA, the HRA will furnish the
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Borrower with a Certificate of Completion for the Project, in substantially the form
attached hereto as Exhibit E, as conclusive evidence of satisfaction and termination
of the agreements and covenants of this Agreement with respect to the obligations
of the Borrower to complete the construction of the Project and to occupy the suite.
The Borrower shall not delay in requesting the Certificate of Completion . The
furnishing by the HRA of such Certificate of Completion shall not constitute
evidence of compliance with or satisfaction of any obligation of the Borrower or
Owner to any Mortgagee. Such Certificate of Completion shall not serve as
conclusive evidence of satisfaction and termination of the Loan.
3.03. Amendment of Section 3.03 of the Original Agreement. Section 3.03 of the
Original Agreement is hereby amended as follows:
3.03. Progress Reports. Until the Certificate of Completion is issued for the Project,
the Borrower shall provide to the HRA by the end of each month a written report as to the
actual progress of construction, which report shall, at minimum, (i) summarize the work
completed by narrative description; (ii) provide an approximate percentage of the Project
completed; and (iii) identify any challenges jeopardizing occupancy of the Facility by June
30, 2023 September 28, 2023.
3.04. Amendment of Section 5.01 of the Original Agreement. Section 5.01 of the
Original Agreement is hereby amended as follows:
5.01. Development Costs. The Borrower has agreed to and shall be responsible to
pay all of its respective costs of the Project, as herein provided. However, the HRA, in
order to encourage the Borrower to proceed with the Project, and to assist the Borrower in
paying the costs thereof, is willing to provide the Loan for reimbursement of Qualified
Costs, as permitted by the Act, that the Borrower has incurred for the Project.
The Borrower shall submit Pay Requests to the HRA as soon as possible after
receipt of invoices. The Borrower shall submit the final pay request to the HRA no later
than 60 days after occupancy.
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3.05. Amendment of Section 5.02 of the Original Agreement. Paragraphs (c) and (e)
of Section 5.02 of the Original Agreement are hereby amended as follows:
5.02. Terms of the Loan; Loan for Qualified Costs. The HRA agrees to loan the
Borrower unobligated incremental property taxes for the Borrower to reimburse Qualified
Costs the Borrower has incurred for Project. The Loan shall be evidenced by the execution
by the Borrower of the Note and delivery to the HRA. The Loan is subject to the following
terms and conditions.
…
(c) Loan payments shall occur at least twice annually on July 1 and January
2 of each year, commencing January 2, 2024, until the Loan is paid in full.
…
(e) The Loan shall bear interest at a per annum rate equal to two percent
(2.00%) and shall accrue on the principal amount of the Loan disbursed pursuant
to one or more Notes or Disbursement Notes starting on the date that is the earlier
of (i) the date when the Certificate of Completion is delivered to the Borrower by
the HRA; or (ii) June 30, 2023, and such interest shall be payable on the “Payment
Dates” specified in the Note.
3.06. Amendment and Restatement of Exhibit H – Form of Master Note. The Master
Note dated as of December 22, 2022, and currently held by the HRA is hereby canceled. An
Amended and Restated Master Note, substantially in the form of Exhibit A attached hereto, shall
be issued. Exhibit B attached hereto shows the amendments to the Master Note.
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ARTICLE 4
General Provisions
4.01. Titles of Articles and Sections. Any titles of the several parts, Articles, and Sections
of this Amendment are inserted for convenience of reference only and shall be disregarded in
construing or interpreting any of its provisions.
4.02. Counterparts. This Amendment may be executed in any number of counterparts,
each of which shall constitute one and the same instrument.
4.03. Severability. In the event any provision of this Amendment shall be held invalid
or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, such holding shall not invalidate or render
unenforceable any other provision hereof.
4.04. Captions. The captions or headings in this Amendment are for convenience only
and in no way define, limit or describe the scope of intent of any provisions or Sections of this
Amendment.
4.05. Applicable Law. This Amendment shall be governed by and construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota without giving effect to the conflicts-of-laws
principles thereof.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Amendment to be executed
as of the date first above written.
EDINA HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY
By
James B. Hovland, Chair
And
James Pierce, Secretary
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
) ss.
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on this ____ day of
______________, 2023, by James B. Hovland, the Chair, and James Pierce, the Secretary, of the
Edina Housing and Redevelopment Authority, a Minnesota municipal corporation, on behalf of
the corporation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have set my hand and my official seal this ____ day of
_____________, 2023.
Notary Public
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EDINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
ASSOCIATION, INC., A MINNESOTA NON-
PROFIT CORPORATION, D/B/A EDINA
INNOVATION LAB
By:
Signature
Its:
Title
STATE OF __________ )
) ss.
COUNTY OF __________ )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on this ___ day of ___________,
2022, by __________________, the ____________________ of Edina Chamber of Commerce
Association, Inc., a Minnesota Non-profit corporation, d/b/a Edina Innovation Lab.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have set my hand and my official seal this ___ day of
__________, 2022.
Notary Public
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EXHIBIT A
FORM OF AMENDED AND RESTATED MASTER NOTE
No. R-1 $800,000
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
STATE OF MINNESOTA
(EDINA INNOVATION LAB PROJECT)
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT: EIGHT HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS
This Note is issued pursuant to the provisions of that certain Draw-Down Loan Agreement,
dated as of November 17, 2022, as amended by that First Amendment to Draw-Down Loan
Agreement dated August 10, 2023, as the same may be amended from time to time (the “Loan
Agreement”), between the Edina Housing and Development Authority (the “Owner”) and Edina
Chamber of Commerce Association, Inc., a Minnesota non-profit corporation, d/b/a Edina
Innovation Lab (the “Borrower”). Terms used herein but not otherwise defined, shall have the
meaning attributed to them in the Loan Agreement.
The Borrower for value received, promises to pay, to the extent and in the manner
hereinafter provided, to the Owner, the principal sum of eight hundred thousand dollars
($800,000), or so much thereof as may have been disbursed less the principal portion of the Loan
that has been forgiven (if any), in semi-annual installments payable on each July 1st and January
2nd (each being a “Scheduled Payment Date”), commencing the January 2, 2024, and to pay
interest on each Scheduled Payment Date on so much of the principal amount of the debt as (i)
may be disbursed from time to time as provided in the Loan Agreement and (ii) remains unpaid ,
until the principal amount hereof is paid or has been provided for. Interest shall accrue at the rate
of two percent (2.0%) per annum (calculated on the basis of a 360-day year of twelve thirty-day
months). The repayment schedule amortizes the principal over the seven year term of the Lease.
Principal and Interest Payments. Interest shall accrue only on the aggregate amount of this
Master Note which has been disbursed under the Loan Agreement and shall begin accruing on the
date when the Certificate of Completion is delivered to the Borrower by the Owner. Disbursements
of the proceeds of this Master Note shall be made in accordance with the Loan Agreement by the
execution by the Borrower of one or more Disbursement Notes in the form attached hereto as
Appendix A. Principal, interest and any premium due under this Master Note will be paid on a
Scheduled Payment Date by wire payment, or by check or draft mailed the last business day prior
to the payment date to the person in whose name this Master Note is registered, in any coin or
currency of the United States of America which at the time of payment is legal tender for public
and private debts. Installment payments shall be applied first to interest and then to a reduction of
outstanding principal.
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Prepayment. This Master Note is subject to prepayment in whole at any time at the option
of the Borrower without penalty.
Late Fees. The Borrower shall pay to the Owner on each Scheduled Payment Date all
amounts necessary to pay principal and interest then due and any past due installment. If a
necessary principal and interest payment is not made by the Borrower to the Owner within fifteen
(15) calendar days of a specified Scheduled Payment Date, a late fee of 5% of the outstanding
balance (but not to exceed the maximum late charge allowed b y law) shall be charged to the
Borrower.
Forgiveness. This Note is subject to partial principal forgiveness by the Edina Housing
and Development Authority (the “Owner”) pursuant to the terms of the Loan Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Borrower has caused this Note to be executed by the
manual signatures of the ________________ of the Borrower and has caused this Note to be dated
as of _________________, 2023.
EDINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
ASSOCIATION, INC., A MINNESOTA
NONPROFIT CORPORATION, D/B/A EDINA
INNOVATION LAB
By:
Signature
Its: _
Title
A-3
Appendix A to Exhibit A (AMENDED AND RESTATED MASTER NOTE)
DISBURSEMENT NOTE
(EDINA INNOVATION LAB PROJECT)
No. ______________ $____________
For value received, Edina Chamber of Commerce Association, Inc, a Minnesota nonprofit
corporation, d/b/a Edina Innovation Lab (the “Borrower”), and pursuant to the $800,000 Amended
and Restated Master Note (Edina Innovation Lab Project), dated ____________, 2023 (the
“Master Note”), requests from the Edina Housing and Development Authority (the “HRA), the
disbursement of $_________________, which when added to the previous disbursements made
pursuant to the Master Note represents a total disbursement made as of the date of this
Disbursement Addendum to Master Note (the “Disbursement Addendum”) in the sum of
$____________________.
The Borrower hereby acknowledges itself indebted to and promises to pay to the order of
the HRA on the amount disbursed hereunder and any other amounts disbursed under the Master
Note, on or before the date of maturity of the Master Note, with interest payable on the amount
disbursed hereunder from the date of this Disbursement Note at the rate set forth in the Master
Note.
This Disbursement Note shall be subject to the terms and provisions of the Master Note.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Borrower, has caused this Disbursement Addendum to be
executed by the _________________________ of said Borrower on the date of this Disbursement
Addendum, which is ________________________.
By
Title
B-1
EXHIBIT B
AMENDMENTS TO MASTER NOTE
No. R-1 $800,000
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
STATE OF MINNESOTA
(EDINA INNOVATION LAB PROJECT)
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT: EIGHT HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS
This Note is issued pursuant to the provisions of that certain Draw-Down Loan Agreement,
dated as of November 17, 2022, as amended by that First Amendment to Draw-Down Loan
Agreement dated August 10, 2023, as the same may be amended from time to time (the “Loan
Agreement”), between the Edina Housing and Development Authority (the “Owner”) and Edina
Chamber of Commerce Association, Inc., a Minnesota non-profit corporation, d/b/a Edina
Innovation Lab (the “Borrower”). Terms used herein but not otherwise defined, shall have the
meaning attributed to them in the Loan Agreement.
The Borrower for value received, promises to pay, to the extent and in the manner
hereinafter provided, to the Owner, the principal sum of eight hundred thousand dollars
($800,000), or so much thereof as may have been disbursed less the principal portion of the Loan
that has been forgiven (if any), in semi-annual installments payable on each July 1st and January
2nd (each being a “Scheduled Payment Date”), commencing the July 1, 2023 January 2, 2024, and
to pay interest on each Scheduled Payment Date on so much of the principal amount of the debt
as (i) may be disbursed from time to time as provided in the Loan Agreement and (ii) remains
unpaid, until the principal amount hereof is paid or has been provided for. Interest shall accrue at
the rate of two percent (2.0%) per annum (calculated on the basis of a 360-day year of twelve
thirty-day months). The repayment schedule amortizes the principal over the seven year term of
the Lease.
Principal and Interest Payments. Interest shall accrue only on the aggregate amount of this
Master Note which has been disbursed under the Loan Agreement and shall begin accruing on the
date that is the earlier of (i) the date when the Certificate of Completion is delivered to the
Borrower by the Owner; or (ii) June 30, 2023. Disbursements of the proceeds of this Master Note
shall be made in accordance with the Loan Agreement by the execution by the Borrower of one or
more Disbursement Notes in the form attached hereto as Appendix A. Principal, interest and any
premium due under this Master Note will be paid on a Scheduled Payment Date by wire payment,
or by check or draft mailed the last business day prior to the payment date to the person in whose
name this Master Note is registered, in any coin or currency of the United States of America which
at the time of payment is legal tender for public and private debts. Installment payments shall be
applied first to interest and then to a reduction of outstanding principal.
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Prepayment. This Master Note is subject to prepayment in whole at any time at the option
of the Borrower without penalty.
Late Fees. The Borrower shall pay to the Owner on each Scheduled Payment Date all
amounts necessary to pay principal and interest then due and any past due installment. If a
necessary principal and interest payment is not made by the Borrower to the Owner within fifteen
(15) calendar days of a specified Scheduled Payment Date, a late fee of 5% of the outstanding
balance (but not to exceed the maximum late charge allowed by law) shall be charged to the
Borrower.
Forgiveness. This Note is subject to partial principal forgiveness by the Edina Housing
and Development Authority (the “Owner”) pursuant to the terms of the Loan Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Borrower has caused this Note to be executed by the
manual signatures of the ________________ of the Borrower and has caused this Note to be dated
as of _________________, 2023.
EDINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
ASSOCIATION, INC., A MINNESOTA
NONPROFIT CORPORATION, D/B/A EDINA
INNOVATION LAB
By:
Signature
Its: _
Title
B-3
Appendix A to Exhibit A
DISBURSEMENT NOTE
(EDINA INNOVATION LAB PROJECT)
No. ______________ $____________
For value received, Edina Chamber of Commerce Association, Inc, a Minnesota nonprofit
corporation, d/b/a Edina Innovation Lab (the “Borrower”), and pursuant to the $800,000 Amended
and Restated Master Note (Edina Innovation Lab Project), dated November 17, 2022 __________,
2023 (the “Master Note”), requests from the Edina Housing and Development Authority (the
“HRA), the disbursement of $_________________, which when added to the previous
disbursements made pursuant to the Master Note represents a total disbursement made as of the
date of this Disbursement Addendum to Master Note (the “Disbursement Addendum”) in the sum
of $____________________.
The Borrower hereby acknowledges itself indebted to and promises to pay to the order of
the HRA on the amount disbursed hereunder and any other amounts disbursed under the Master
Note, on or before the date of maturity of the Master Note, with interest payable on the amount
disbursed hereunder from the date of this Disbursement Note at the rate set forth in the Master
Note.
This Disbursement Note shall be subject to the terms and provisions of the Master Note.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Borrower, has caused this Disbursement Addendum to be
executed by the _________________________ of said Borrower on the date of this Disbursement
Addendum, which is ________________________.
By
Title _______________________________
Date: August 10, 2023 Agenda Item #: VI.D.
To:C hair & C ommis s ioners of the Edina HR A Item Type:
R eport / R ecommendation
F rom:Bill Neuendorf, Economic Development Manager
Item Activity:
Subject:Amend C ontract for P rivate Development with United
P roperties R es idential, LLC
Ac tion
Edina Housing and Redevelopment
Authority
Established 1974
C ITY O F E D IN A
HO US I NG & R EDEVELO P MENT
AUT HO R I T Y
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
A C TI O N R EQ U ES TED:
Approve the First Amendment to the C ontract for P rivate D evelopment with U nited P roperties R esidential,
L L C .
I N TR O D U C TI O N:
T his item pertains to the sale of real estate at 5146 E den Avenue for redevelopment as a senior housing
cooperative.
T he pre-development work for this project has taken longer than initially expected. T he extra time is due to the
complexities working collaboratively with two other parties (the C ity and J ester R estaurants) to ensure that all the
goals of the parties are achieved. P ursuit of H U D financing in a frequently changing economic environment also
contributed to the delay.
S taff recommends approval of the F irst Amendment to the Contract.
AT TAC HME N T S:
Description
First Amendment for United Properties
DMFIRM #408744966 v1
(reserved for recording information)
FIRST AMENDMENT TO
CONTRACT FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT
UNITED PROPERTIES SENIOR HOUSING COOPERATIVE AT
GRANDVIEW YARD
THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT,
(the “Amendment”) made on or as of the ___day of August, 2023 (“Effective Date”), by and
between the EDINA HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, a public body
corporate and politic under the laws of the State of Minnesota (the “HRA”) and UNITED
PROPERTIES RESIDENTIAL LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company (the “Developer”).
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, HRA and Developer are parties to that certain Contract for Private
Development dated June 2, 2022 (the “Contract”), with respect to the “HRA Property” as defined
in the Development Contract and legally described on Exhibit A attached hereto; and
WHEREAS, HRA and Developer desire to update t he Contract and amend certain
provisions therein as set forth below; and
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and the mutual obligations of the
parties hereto, each of them does hereby covenant and agree with the other to update and amend
the Contract as follows:
ARTICLE I.
AMENDMENTS TO DEFINITIONS
In addition to the current definitions in the Contract, the following definitions are added:
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“Declaration of Restrictions” means the Declaration of Restrictions to be
executed on the Closing Date, in recordable form affecting the Sale Property, the
Restaurant Lot and the Park Lot.
“Declaration of Restrictive Covenants (Housing)” means that certain Declaration
of Restrictive Covenants between HRA, Developer and Applewood Pointe Cooperative, a
Minnesota cooperative corporation, to be executed on the Closing Date, in recordable form
affecting the Sale Property.
ARTICLE II.
AMENDMENTS TO REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES
There are no amendments to Article II of the Contract.
ARTICLE III.
CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY
Article III updated provisions. Article III of the Contract is updated with revisions to
Sections 3.6 and 3.7 and the addition of new Section 3.11:
Section 3.6. Closing. Section 3.6 is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
Section 3.6 Closing. Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the Closing
shall occur on May 1, 2024 or another date as may be agreed upon in writing by HRA and
Developer (“Closing Date”). The conveyance contemplated in this Contract will be closed
through an escrow arrangement with the Title Company.
Section 3.7. Closing Documents. Section 3.7 of the Contract is amended to the extent
necessary to include the following:
Additional HRA Documents. In addition to the HRA Documents identified in the Section
3.7 (a) of the Contract, at the Closing, the HRA shall also execute and deliver the
Declaration of Restrictions and the Declaration of Restrictive Covenants (Housing)
Additional Developer Documents. In addition to the Developer Documents identified in
the Contract, at the Closing, the Developer shall also have executed, on its behalf and on
behalf of the Cooperative the Declaration of Restrictive Covenants (Housing).
Section 3.11 Additional Provisions. The Contract is updated with a new Section 3.11.
Section 3.11. Additional Provisions.
(a) Status of Initial Due Diligence Period. HRA and Developer agree
that the Initial Due Diligence Period as identified in Section 3.4 (b) of the Contract has
expired.
(b) Inspection Rights and Obligations. Notwithstanding the expiration
of the Initial Due Diligence Period, Developer shall have to right to continue to: (1)
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examine the Property Documents; (2) make physical inspection of the Property; (3) procure
financing sources for construction of the Minimum Improvements; (4) determine
anticipated phased construction schedule; (5) obtain final land use approvals for the
proposed development; and (6) review title to the Property. In this regard, Developer and
its authorized employees, agents, contractors and representatives (collectively,
“Developer’s Representatives”) shall be entitled to continue to enter upon the Property at
all reasonable times up to the Closing Date for the purpose of continuing inspections,
investigations, surveys and testing of the Property (collectively, “Inspections”), all upon
reasonable prior oral or written notice to the HRA. All Inspections shall occur at reasonable
times agreed upon by the HRA and Developer. Developer shall pay all costs and expenses
of all Inspections. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, Developer shall not
perform soil tests, asbestos or lead tests, or perform tests of a similarly intrusive nature
without the prior written consent of HRA, which consent shall not be unreasonably
withheld, conditioned or delayed; provided, however, Developer shall have the right to
complete a Phase I and a Phase II environmental report as part of such Inspections.
(c) Responsibilities During the Second Due Diligence Period. During the
Second Due Diligence Period (as the same may be further extended by written agreement
between the parties), the parties will work in good faith to:
(i) confirm the physical delivery condition of the Property at Closing,
including, but not limited to, establishing responsibility for
maintenance of the public sidewalk serving the Property and
establishing any actions necessary to finalize maintenance
responsibility.
(ii) finalize the terms and forms of agreements to be delivered at Closing
for (i) the Restrictive Covenants; (ii) a declaration restricting the
height of any building on the Restaurant Lot to no more than three
stories for a period of at least 10 years; (iii) the Declaration of
Restrictive Covenants (Housing) and (iv) any easements
determined by the parties necessary for their intended uses of their
respective lots within the Plat including, but not limited to:
(a) an easement for the proposed private road serving the
lots within the Plat and operation and maintenance of
the private road;
(b) an easement for access over the westerly 5 feet of the
Property and the Restaurant Lot for the benefit of the
Restaurant Lot and the Park Lot; and
(c) temporary construction easement(s) over the
Restaurant Lot and the Park Lot to serve the Property
and the Restaurant Lot for staging grounds for the
construction of the improvements on the Property
and the Restaurant Lot;
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(d) Title and Survey. The Developer shall be responsible for performing any
and all title and survey examination or due diligence of the Property that the Developer
deems prudent, at the Developer’s sole cost and expense, except as otherwise provided in
this Agreement. The HRA will provide marketable title to the Property at Closing, but the
HRA is otherwise not providing any representations or warranties as to the condition of
title and Developer expressly waives any claims the Developer may have against the HRA
in connection with any title defects. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the HRA: (i) shall
indemnify Developer, its successors and assigns from and against any claim related agrees
to reasonably cooperate with Developer to cure any title defects that may exist before
Closing.
(e) Confirmation of purpose and expiration of Second Due Diligence Period.
By Notice from Developer to HRA dated July 26, 2023, Developer extended the Second
Due Diligence Period to October 25, 2023. By way of this Amendment, the Second Due
Diligence Period is extend to April 1, 2024. In addition to the foregoing provisions in this
Amendment, the purpose of the Second Due Diligence Period is to provide a specific time
period for Developer to complete the Housing and Urban Development financing required
pre-sale of at least 60% of the Senior Cooperative Units (“Pre-Sale Requirements”).
Developer shall use commercially reasonable efforts to market the senior cooperative units
and complete the Pre-Sale Requirements. The Developer may waive the Second Due
Diligence Period upon Developer achieving the Pre-Sale Requirements by written notice
to the HRA. .
ARTICLE IV.
CONSTRUCTION OF MINIMUM IMPROVEMENTS
Section 4.2 Section 4.2(a) of the Contract is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following text:
(a) On or before March 1, 2024, the Developer shall submit to the HRA
Preliminary Plans (site plan for the Property and schematic plans for the Minimum
Improvements) for review and approval by the HRA for general compliance of the Plans
with the terms of this Contract.
ARTICLE VI.
PROHIBITIONS AGAINST ASSIGNMENT AND
TRANSFER; ENCUMBRANCES; AND INDEMNIFICATION
Section 6.1 Article VI of the Contract is amended as follows, with the inclusion of new
subsection 6.4(g):
(g) Notwithstanding any other provision in the Contract or this
Amendment to the contrary, HRA shall indemnify and hold Developer, its successors and
assigns, harmless from and against any claim, charge, expense, undertaking or obligation
with respect to constructing a retaining wall on the Sale Property arising from that certain
Warranty Deed dated May 25, 1953 and recorded as document no. 2830879 in Book 1970
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Page 279 in the office of the Registrar of Titles, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Such
indemnification obligation shall be memorialized in the Deed.
ARTICLE VII.
Events of Default
There are no amendments to Article VII.
ARTICLE VIII.
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
There are no amendments to Article VIII.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the HRA and Developer have each caused this Amendment
to be duly executed in their respective names and behalf, as of the Effective Date.
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[Signature pages to follow.]
DMFIRM #408744966
EDINA HOUSING AND
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
By:
James B. Hovland
Its: President
By:
James Pierce
Its: Secretary
Attested By:
Scott Neal
Its Executive Director
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
)ss.
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _____ day of ___________,
2023, by James B. Hovland and James Pierce, respectively the President and Secretary of the Edina
Housing and Redevelopment Authority, a public body corporate and politic under the laws of the
State of Minnesota, on behalf of the public body corporate and politic.
Notary Public
DMFIRM #408744966
UNITED PROPERTIES RESIDENTIAL
LLC
By:
Name:_______________________________
Its:__________________________________
By:
Name:_______________________________
Its:__________________________________
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
)ss.
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _____ day of ___________,
2023, by _____________________________and ________________________, the
________________________________and ______________________________ respectively of
United Properties Residential LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company, on its behalf.
Notary Public
DRAFTED BY:
Campbell Knutson
Professional Association
Grand Oak Office Center I
860 Blue Gentian Road, Suite 290
Eagan, Minnesota 55121
Telephone: (651) 452-5000
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EXHIBIT “A”
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF HRA PROPERTY
Lots 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10, and the East 90 feet of Lots 11 to 19 inclusive, all in Block
2, Grandview Heights, Hennepin County, Minnesota according to the recorded plat thereof;
And
That part of Government Lot 8, Section 28, Township 117, Range 21, lying North of the
centerline of Eden Avenue and East of a line drawn parallel to the main track of the
Minneapolis, Northfield and Southern Railway from a point on the North line of said
Government Lot 8 distant 582 feet East from the Northwest corner of said Government Lot
8.
Date: August 10, 2023 Agenda Item #: VI.E.
To:C hair & C ommis s ioners of the Edina HR A Item Type:
R eport / R ecommendation
F rom:Bill Neuendorf, Economic Development Manager
Item Activity:
Subject:S ubordination Agreement to Environmental C ovenant
at 3930 and 3944 Market S treet
Ac tion
Edina Housing and Redevelopment
Authority
Established 1974
C ITY O F E D IN A
HO US I NG & R EDEVELO P MENT
AUT HO R I T Y
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
A C TI O N R EQ U ES TED:
Approve the Subordination Agreement regarding environmental covenant at 3930 and 3944 Market Street and
authorize staff to execute required documentation.
I N TR O D U C TI O N:
With full occupancy of the commercial spaces on the street level of the North P arking Ramp, the developer is
finalizing the environmental documentation with M innesota P ollution Control Agency (M P C A).
As background, two of the former uses on the North P arking Ramp site included dry cleaning operations. T hose
previous operations required soil and vapor mitigation to obtain occupancy. T hese conditions were known to the
H R A when they purchased the properties from previous owners. T hese conditions were also known to the
developers when they purchased the commercial condominium-style spaces from the H R A.
T his type of covenant is standard practice for M P C A. While the covenants restricts the site to commercial uses,
the covenant could change in the future in the event that the N orth P arking R amp is removed and redeveloped.
S taff recommends approval of this Subordination Agreement.
AT TAC HME N T S:
Description
Subordination Agreement 3930-44 Market St
1
EXHIBIT 6
SUBORDINATION OF INTEREST
TO ENVIRONMENTAL COVENANT AND EASEMENT
1. The Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Edina, Minnesota (“HRA”) is the
holder of an interest in certain real property located at 3930 through 3944 Market Street, Edina,
Hennepin County, Minnesota (hereinafter the “Property”), which is legally described as follows:
Tracts B and C, Registered Land Survey No. 1872 Hennepin County, Minnesota.
2. The interest in the Property held by the HRA is evidenced by the Declaration of
Easements, Restrictions and Covenants dated 10 October, 2019, and filed 14 October, 2019, as
Document Number T05652288 in the Office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Hennepin
County, Minnesota.
3. This Subordination Agreement is attached as Exhibit 5 to an Environmental
Covenant and Easement pursuant to Minn. Stat. ch. 114E which imposes certain Activity and
Use Restrictions on the Property.
4. The HRA hereby consents to the foregoing Environmental Covenant, agrees to be
bound by the terms thereof, and agrees that its interest in the Property shall be subordinate to the
covenants contained therein.
5. In granting this consent, the HRA hereby waives/does not waive the right to
consent to any subsequent amendment or modification of the foregoing Environmental
Covenant.
6. This Agreement binds the HRA, its heirs, successors, and assigns.
2
THE UNDERSIGNED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY OF EDINA, MINNESOTA REPRESENTS AND CERTIFIES THAT HE/SHE IS
AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE THIS SUBORDINATION OF INTEREST TO
ENVIRONMENTAL COVENANT.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF THIS INSTRUMENT HAS BEEN EXECUTED ON THE DATE
INDICATED BELOW:
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF EDINA, MINNESOTA
By______________________________________ (signature)
Scott Neal
Executive Director
Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Edina, Minnesota
State of Minnesota )
) ss.
County of Hennepin )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on _______________, 2023,
by Scott Neal, the Executive Director of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of
Edina, Minnesota on behalf of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Edina, Minnesota.
________________________ (signature)
Notary Public
My Commissioner Expires ___________
Date: August 10, 2023 Agenda Item #: VI I.A.
To:C hair & C ommis s ioners of the Edina HR A Item Type:
R eport / R ecommendation
F rom:Bill Neuendorf, Economic Development Manager
Item Activity:
Subject:P reparation of Loan Agreement with Hawkeye Hotels
dba F ifth S ide Lodging, LLC
Ac tion
Edina Housing and Redevelopment
Authority
Established 1974
C ITY O F E D IN A
HO US I NG & R EDEVELO P MENT
AUT HO R I T Y
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
A C TI O N R EQ U ES TED:
Authorize staff to prepare a Loan Agreement with Hawkeye Hotels dba Fifth Side Lodging, L L C for future
H R A B oard consideration.
I N TR O D U C TI O N:
T his item pertains to financing of a new hotel to be constructed at P entagon Village - 4931 West 77th Street.
T his project was approved in 2019 and on track for construction in 2020. T he timing was negatively impacted by
the Covid-19 pandemic and paused for more than three years while the hospitality industry in the Twin C ities
recovered. T he developer is now ready to proceed with construction but impacted by dramatic price increases and
reduced access to debt.
S taff has confirmed that this project is eligible to participate in E dina's S PAR C financing program.
S taff recommends that legal and financial advisors be engaged to assist staff in preparation of a Loan Agreement
that enables this project to proceed. Approval of the L oan Agreement will be scheduled for an upcoming H R A
B oard meeting.
AT TAC HME N T S:
Description
Staff Report
Staff Pres entation
August 10, 2023
Chair and Commissioners of Edina Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Bill Neuendorf, Economic Development Manager
Loan Agreement with Hawkeye Hotels dba Fifth Side Lodging, LLC
Information / Background:
Bloomington, MN based JR Hospitality and Hawkeye Hotels secured zoning approvals to construct a new
dual branded hotel in the Pentagon Village development in 2019. They purchased the Lot 2 parcel from the
master developer and prepared to break ground in early 2020. Unfortunately, these plans were disrupted
when the Covid-19 pandemic abruptly ended business and leisure travel for several years.
The experienced developer and owner/operator are now prepared to move forward with the project as
approved by the City Council on May 17, 2022. They have prepared construction documents and have been
working with Edina’s Building Department toward a Fall 2023 groundbreaking. Unfortunately, the development
cost has increased significantly and the lending environment has changed dramatically since 2019.
Prior to the pandemic, the lender was prepared to loan 80% of the development cost with the
developer/operator contributing the remaining 20% as equity. In the 2023 economic environment, the
lender has reduced their contribution to 75%. This change coupled with the steeply increased construction
cost results in a financial gap of approximately $2 million in the $41 million project.
Jay Bakta of JR Hospitality and Parth Patel of Hawkeye Hotels alerted staff this this predicament in hopes
that the HRA’s SPARC program could provide gap financing so that the project can proceed.
The SPARC program was created in 2021 using unallocated TIF monies that were available to the City but
at risk of being turned back to Hennepin County. In accordance with State Law, the SPARC program seeks
to attract and support private investment that constructs a facility that adds to the property tax base and
creates jobs. The SPARC program expires in 2025. Any unused funds will be turned back to Hennepin
County at that time.
The City’s guiding documents promote a strong and vibrant business community. Edina’s Comprehensive Plan
(pages 10-15 and 10-16) sets several goals related to the business development in Edina …
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Established 1974
STAFF REPORT – Proposed Financing for Pentagon Village Hotel Page 2
“… create a vibrant and attractive location for corporate headquarters, technology companies and
other businesses…”
“Support strong public-private alliances…”
Benefit to Community:
The financial participation in this privately owned and operated hotel will deliver several benefits to the
broad Edina community including the following:
Increase the property tax base
Create 30-40 new permanent jobs
Continue the momentum at this under-utilized development site
Create new construction jobs for 12 months
Create a new lodging option for people visiting Edina and surrounding communities
Increase the lodging taxes collected to support marketing and promotion of Edina
Invest SPARC funds in a repayable interest-earning manner
Continue to grow an HRA fund that can support future projects
Structure of Loan Agreement:
A loan agreement will be prepared based on terms that allow the developer to construct the new building
and the new business to begin operations while providing reasonable assurances that the HRA’s investment
will be retained over time with interest.
The intention of the HRA’s financial participation is not to maximize the return, as that might hinder the
primary lender from providing the debt and might hinder the business from being successful. Instead, the
HRA’s intention is to provide gap financing so that the project can deliver the public benefits.
The general terms are described below:
Borrower: Fifth Side Lodging, LLC – a special purpose entity of Hawkeye Hotels
Principal
Amount: approx $2,000,000
Location: 4361 W. 77th Street (Pentagon Village, Lot 2)
Loan Term: 10 years maximum but intended to align with the term of the mini-perm construction
loan provided by the bank
Interest Rate: At or below the construction loan rate approximately 4.5% to 6.5%
Timing of
Funds:
deposited into escrow Fall 2023; The loan proceeds shall be issued by the HRA in a
single installment but disbursed in multiple draw requests.
Subordination: The HRA loan will be subordinate to the primary mortgage
STAFF REPORT – Proposed Financing for Pentagon Village Hotel Page 3
Repayment
Guarantees:
Personal Guarantees of Hawkeye Hotels and JR Hospitality, if structured as a joint
venture
Collateral: None
Loan
Payments:
interest-only with principal at term, if required by the senior lender, otherwise
traditional principal and interest payments
Full
Repayment:
Borrower shall repay the Loan in full upon the sale of the property, refinancing or
upon converting the initial construction / mini-perm loan to permanent loan
Repayment
Funds: Borrower shall repay the loan with any source of business revenues.
Pre-Payment: Pre-payment of the loan is encouraged. There shall be no penalty for pre-payment of
the loan.
Loan
Forgiveness: None
Origination
Fees:
estimated to be approximately $30,000 to cover the fees of the HRA’s legal and
financial advisors as well as fee to HRA for loan administration
Late Fees: Typical late fees shall apply when loan payments are past the due date
Eligible
Expenses:
all construction (material and labor) required to deliver the hotel approved by City
Council on May 17, 2022, including foundation, site preparation, utilities, modular unit
construction, plumbing, electrical, ventilation; permanent built-in
equipment/furnishings or any other part of the permanent construction.
Ineligible
Expenses:
Soft costs, permit fees, fines, penalties, furniture and furnishings, loose equipment,
operational expenses, start up expenses
Completion of
Work:
Unless an extension is approved by the Executive Director in advance, the work must
be completed and the space must be occupiable no later than March 31, 2025.
Evidence of
Completion:
lien waivers or equivalent waivers required from all vendors and contractors whose
goods or services are funded with the HRA loan; a certificate of occupancy or
equivalent also required.
Conditions of
Loan:
All work must be performed in accordance with the applicable construction
permits issued by the City of Edina or other governing agency
All work must comply with applicable state and federal laws.
Property taxes, sales taxes and lodging taxes must be paid in full at the time
they are due
STAFF REPORT – Proposed Financing for Pentagon Village Hotel Page 4
The owner shall keep the building and site in first class condition from the
issuance of the occupancy permit through the term of this loan. Any
maintenance or operational deficiencies shall be remedied within 30 days after
notice of such from the City.
Guests of the City of Edina and affiliated government entities shall receive the
lowest available preferred rate. [subject to attorney review]
Default: Standard default provisions shall be included.
Business
Subsidy Laws:
The project shall comply with the State of Minnesota business subsidy laws unless one
of the exceptions is applicable.
HRA
Commitment:
Use of unobligated TIF funds is subject to formal action by the Edina HRA at a public
meeting.
Other Documents to Review:
The existing HRA redevelopment agreements with the master developer - Pentagon Village, LLC site will be
reviewed by the HRA’s legal advisor to ensure that a Loan Agreement with Hawkeye Hotels does not
create a conflict with related agreements with Pentagon Village, LLC.
Evaluation:
Staff has kept in communication with the hotel developer since the project was approved in 2019. Previous
attempts to re-start the project were not tenable during the pandemic years. Staff has been aware of the
many challenges this project has faced throughout the past three years including, non-existent demand
during the pandemic shut down, slowly returning hospitality volume, construction price increases, labor
supply shortages, supply-chain disruption, inflation, increasing interest rates, and declining debt coverage by
private banks.
Since the darkest days, business and recreational travel volume in the Twin Cities has returned to pre-
pandemic rates. Unfortunately, the construction costs have also escalated during this time.
Based on the current and projected travel volume, general location in the metro area, proximity of
highways and airports, and track record of the owner/operator and developer, HRA investment in this dual-
branded hotel project presents a reasonable level of risk to the HRA. The risk is abated by the provision of
personal guarantees from the hotel owner/operator.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff seeks input from the HRA Board members regarding this financial proposal and recommends that the
HRA Board approve the preparation of a Loan Agreement based on the general terms described above. The
proposed Agreement will be presented for full consideration at a future HRA Board meeting.
Preparation of Loan Agreement
with Hawkeye Hotels
dba Fifth Side Lodging, LLC
Presentation to:
Edina HRA Board
August 10, 2023
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Overview
•Experienced hotel developer intends to proceed
with a $41 M investment in Edina
•Due to changing economic conditions, the project
has a financial gap
•Edina’s SPARC program is available to provide
funds to address this situation
•Staff and developer have initiated preliminary
negotiations
•Direction from the HRA Board is requested
before full documents are prepared
•Staff seeks authorization to prepare complete
Loan Agreement for future consideration
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
About the Developer and Owner/Operator
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Developer - JR Hospitality
•Based in Bloomington, MN
•Focused in midwest
•3 decades experience
•Jay Bakta, Managing Partner
•www.JRHospitality.com Owner/Operator – Hawkeye Hotels
•Based in Coralville, IA
•Properties located in 23 states
•30+ years experience
•Parth Patel, Vice President
•www.HawkeyeHotels.com
The Project
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
o 5-stories
o 239 guest rooms
o Shared parking
o Indoor and outdoor guest amenities
o Site plan approved by CC 5-17-2022
The
Site
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
The Eddi Apartments
Available Fall 2023
Opening Q1 2024
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Building on the Momentum at Pentagon Village
The Problem
•Construction costs – up 30%
•$41 million TDC
•Debt – reduced coverage
•75% vs 80%
•2019 income at 2023 costs
•Results in $2 million
financing gap
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
HRA Objectives and SPARC Outcomes
•Support new businesses and investment in Edina, especially redevelopment
•Increase the property tax base
•Create new sources of tax revenue
•Create permanent jobs
•Establish ‘revolving loan fund’ for future HRA projects
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Special Project Fund Available
Edina established the SPARC program in 2021.
This program uses unallocated TIF monies to
assist businesses who are reconstructing
commercial and industrial sites and deliver new
jobs, stabilized tax base and other public benefits
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Summary of Loan Terms
•Subordination: HRA loan
subordinated to senior debt
•Collateral: none
•Guarantees: personal guarantees
•Eligible Expenses: any labor and
material construction expense,
including foundation, site prep, utilities,
construction items
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
•Amount: approx. $2,000,000
•Fees: approx. $30,000 to cover HRA
costs
•Term: 10 -years maximum, to match
construction financing
•Interest Rate: To be negotiated; at or
below construction loan
•Timing of Funds: deposited to escrow
at closing in Fall 2023
•Disbursement of Funds: incrementally
using typical Pay App process
•In-eligible expenses:
land costs, soft
costs, furnishings,
operational
expenses, start-up
costs
Summary of Loan Terms, continued
•Loan Repayment: traditional
principal and interest, unless
bank requires interest only
•Repayment Funds: any
source of business revenue
•Forgiveness: none
•Full Repayment: upon sale,
refinancing or conversion to
permanent financing
•Late fees: yes
•Default conditions: standard
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
•Completion deadline: estimated to
be Spring 2025
•Evidence of Completion: lien
waivers, occupancy permits,
confirmation of compliance
•Loan Conditions:
•Comply with construction permits
and applicable local, state and
federal laws
•Taxes paid in full
•Maintained in first class condition
•Guests of City to obtain lowest
available rate
Administering the Loan
Step 1 – Close on all Debt
•Bank provides mortgage
•Owner provides equity
•HRA provides Note
•Begin construction
Step 2 – Submit HRA Funds
to escrow agent
Step 3 – Escrow agent
disburses funds
•HRA reviews draw requests
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Step 4 – Certifying Completion
•HRA reviews lien waivers
•HRA confirms compliance
•HRA confirms occupancy
Step 5 – Loan Repayment
•Owner makes regular payments
Step 6 – Satisfaction of Loan
•HRA issues Certificate after loan
is repaid in full
Next Steps
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
With authorization by the HRA Board, several steps are required before funding can be
provided. Next steps include:
•Work cooperatively with developer, owner/operator and bank to create a workable
funding arrangement
•Review developer pro forma and financial information
•Review Pentagon Village, LLC agreements to identify any conflicts
•Review Minnesota business subsidy requirements
•Prepare full loan agreement
•Hold public hearing
•HRA Board to consider approval of loan agreement and related documents
Staff recommends that
the HRA Board
authorize preparation
of Loan Agreement for
consideration at future
meeting
Discussion or Questions
Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Date: August 10, 2023 Agenda Item #: VI I I.A.
To:C hair & C ommis s ioners of the Edina HR A Item Type:
R eport / R ecommendation
F rom:Bill Neuendorf, Economic Development Manager
Item Activity:
Subject:P roject Update Information
Edina Housing and Redevelopment
Authority
Established 1974
C ITY O F E D IN A
HO US I NG & R EDEVELO P MENT
AUT HO R I T Y
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
A C TI O N R EQ U ES TED:
No action required; for informational purposes only.
I N TR O D U C TI O N:
S taff will present a status update of housing and redevelopment projects in Edina. T his information was originally
on the July 24th agenda, but deferred due to lack of time.
AT TAC HME N T S:
Description
Project Update 7-20-2023
Edina Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Redevelopment Project Update
July 20, 2023
Address Project
Description Status Grandview District (East & West of Hwy 100) Eden and
Arcadia
Reconstruction of
public roadways
and new sidewalks
These public improvements are funded with incremental
taxes generated within the Grandview 2 TIF District
Roads were completed in 2022. Sidewalk construction was
completed June 2023.
5146 Eden
Ave.
(former
PW site)
Construction of
pedestrian bridge
and sidewalk
This public infrastructure is funded with incremental taxes
generated within the Grandview 2 TIF District.
Construction in progress. Bridge assembly in July with
placement in August. Completion anticipated in Fall 2023.
5146 Eden
Ave.
(former
PW site)
Redevelopment of
vacant 3.3 acre
industrial site to
include senior
cooperative
housing, new
restaurant and
new public park
Sales contracts in place with United Properties and Jester
Concepts.
United Properties has strong list of reservations.
Construction pricing is being confirmed. Then the
reservations will be converted to sales contracts. At least
60% of units must be under contract to secure HUD loan.
Construction anticipated Spring 2024.
The restaurant and park construction will follow based on
construction schedule for senior co-op.
5100 Eden
Ave. (office
building)
Proposed
redevelopment of
outdated office
building on 1.3
acres
Opus submitted proposal to rezone the site for residential
use with limited commercial. Currently in the review phase
with Public Hearings at Planning Commission and City
Council in summer 2023.
4917 Eden
Ave.
Redevelopment of
2-acre commercial
site (formerly
Perkins)
Construction began summer 2022 and the $85M mixed use
project is on track to open in late 2023. A new restaurant
will be included on the first floor. Public art will be installed
by developer at the Eden/Willson corner.
After completion, a TIF Note is anticipated to be issued to
reimburse the developer for up to $5.1 M of eligible
expenses. Other TIF revenues will be used for City-led
roadway projects on Eden, Grange & 50th
Edina HRA Project Update
July 20, 2023
Page 2
Address Project
Description Status Grandview Eden, Link
and 50th
Roadwork
Improvements to
the road and
sidewalk network
east of Highway
100.
Several public improvements are anticipated to be funded
with incremental taxes generated within the Eden Willson
TIF District.
Reconstruction of the Eden/Willson/Grange intersection
began in June. The intersection will be usable in late August
to restore full access to Southview School and nearby
properties. Project completion anticipated in Fall 2023.
Other roadway improvements anticipated 2024-2026 with
schedules coordinated with other road and bridge projects
in the area. Northwest Quadrant 5780
Lincoln
Drive
Preliminary
concept for
affordable multi-
family housing by
Solhem
Solhem is seeking public financing from Minnesota Housing.
Funding awards will be announced in late 2023. If awarded
funds, the developer will proceed with submitting a site plan
application to the City.
6075-6115
Lincoln
Drive
Edina West
Common Area
Improvements
Edina West, a 162 condominium development within four
buildings, will impose an HIA fee payable by its residents to
fund $5,000,000 for the improvements, interest, and fees.
The City’s funds will be sourced by issuing General
Obligation HIA Revenue Bonds repaid by the $5MM HIA
fees adopted through the Fee Resolution. These HIA fees
will be imposed over a 20-year term placed on the individual
condominiums’ property tax statements.
Northeast Quadrant 4050 W.
51st St.
Repairs and
improvements to
South Parking
Ramp
The South Ramp is temporarily closed so that structural
repairs can be made. This work was scheduled in Fall 2022
and is part of the annual repair and maintenance work.
Information was distributed to businesses in advance. City
staff secured additional off-site parking for employees to use
while the parking structure is temporarily closed.
The repair work is on schedule.
The cost of the work is proposed to be split by the HRA
and the 50th/France commercial property owners.
Edina HRA Project Update
July 20, 2023
Page 3
Address Project
Description Status Northeast Quadrant, continued 3930, 3944
and 3945
Market
Street
Nolan Mains and
North Retail
This mixed-use public/private project was completed in
2020. The new public parking, public plaza, and public
infrastructure were delivered as contemplated in the TIF
Agreement.
The final commercial space was occupied in May when
Cooks of Crocus Hill / Bellecour Bakery opened. The
developer has curated a selective combination of local and
national commercial tenants.
The 50th & France Business Association has sponsored and
managed a variety of successful community events in the
public plaza including: live music, ballroom dance lessons,
pop-up markets, children’s story reading, adult fitness and
holiday events too.
With full occupancy, the assessed value of the privately
owned property is anticipated to increase next year.
3901
Sunnyside /
4500
France Ave
Lorient
Apartments
This mixed-use building was completed in 2020 and
delivered the public parking, public plaza and public
infrastructure improvements contemplated in the TIF
Agreement.
The final commercial space was occupied in June. The
business tenants include: Yoga Room, Ten Spot salon and
Jenny in the City (clothing boutique). With full occupancy,
the assessed value is anticipated to increase next year. Greater Southdale Area 7200 and
7250
France
Ave.
Redevelopment of
5.2 acre
commercial site
A two-phase site plan was approved in 2022 and the HRA
committed to TIF reimbursement for extraordinary costs
and elements that deliver permanent public benefit in April
2023.
Both vacant buildings were razed in Fall 2022 due to safety
concerns.
The 7250 office building is pursuing debt financing and will
announce ground breaking when private financing is in place.
The 7200 site is envisioned as either hotel or multi-family
residential. This second phase still needs to obtain final
approvals from City Council.
Edina HRA Project Update
July 20, 2023
Page 4
Address Project
Description Status Greater Southdale Area, continued 7235
France
Ave.
Macy’s Furniture
Gallery site - 8
acres
Enclave Development has the site under contract and
exploring concepts to relocate the Furniture Gallery to a
different Edina location and transform the large site into
multiple building pads connected by new public realm
spaces. The existing bicycle trail is secured by a permanent
easement and would remain.
The developer has requested that TIF be considered to
offset eligible project costs and deliver market returns. Staff
has confirmed that the site meets the MN criteria and could
potentially be declared a TIF District.
Staff has met with the developer and architects to discuss
the public realm portions of the future project.
The developer continues to explore options for the site.
The timeline for a full proposal is unknown.
7200 block
of France
Ave.
Improved
Pedestrian
Crossing (concept
study)
With two adjacent sites being redeveloped, this presents a
rare opportunity to improve the pedestrian connectivity
across France Avenue.
LHB, Inc. has been retained to explore connectivity
possibilities that could be incorporated into the site plans
for the 7200-50 and 7235 sites. A variety of crossings are
being explored, including above ground, below grade, and at-
grade. Several examples have been identified in the Twin
Cities and in other locations.
The Edina Chamber of Commerce and nearby business
owners are also exploring ideas to re-imagine France Ave.
An update and further discussion of options is anticipated in
summer/fall 2023.
4040 W.
70th St.
Redevelopment of
1.6 acre
commercial site
affordable senior
housing
Construction continues on 4040 Flats – new affordable
senior housing containing 118 units. Completion and
occupancy is anticipated in October 2023.
The development was awarded bond financing together with
4% tax credits, TIF, and deferred loan financing from the
City of Edina, Hennepin County, and the Metropolitan
Council.
The City will construct a new bicycle trail across from this
new housing in the near future.
Edina HRA Project Update
July 20, 2023
Page 5
Address Project
Description Status Greater Southdale Area, continued 7001 York
Ave.
Redevelopment of
7.7 acre site
occupied by
Hennepin
County’s
Southdale
Regional Library
Hennepin County is in the site planning process. A new
library is anticipated on the corner of 70th and York. Other
project details have not been finalized.
7001-7025
France Ave
Redevelopment of
the 6-acre
commercial
parcel; phased
construction of
new US Bank,
new office and
new market-rate
housing
The HRA approved TIF reimbursement for public parking
and public realm costs in 2022.
The initial demolition and construction of a new US Bank
branch is complete. The second commercial building was
demolished in July. Additional site work will continue over
summer/fall 2023.
The developer has strong pre-leasing commitments for the
new office building and is in the process of securing debt to
finance the project. A ground breaking will be scheduled
when all capital is in place.
4100 W.
76th St.
Sound
Apartments
The affordable housing building by Aeon is completed and
occupied.
The Certificate of Completion was issued in May 2023. Tax
Increment began to be collected this year.
4401 W.
76th St.
Edina Fire Station
#2 / Community
Health and Fire
Safety Center
The City’s design team continues to refine the preliminary
site plan for this new public facility. Entitlements are
anticipated to be pursued in 2023 with construction in 2024-
25.
After the Fire Department needs are confirmed, direction
should be provided regarding the unused portion of land.
There is sufficient space for 1 or 2 additional buildings and
new public green space. This land could be retained, sold or
leased. Pentagon Park 4640-4660
W. 77th St.
Redevelopment of
5.4 acres of vacant
Pentagon North
office property for
market-rate
housing by
Solhem.
The Fred Apartments with 408 market-rate apartments is
nearing completion. The first round of tenants moved in May
2023. The final phase of completion will occur by year end
2023.
Although this project is located in the Pentagon Park TIF
District, the project is privately financed. There is no TIF
funding for this project.
Edina HRA Project Update
July 20, 2023
Page 6
Address Project
Description Status Pentagon Park, continued 4620 W.
77th St.
Redevelopment of
portions of 5.4
acre parcel at
Pentagon North
for market-rate
apartments with
limited retail by
Solhem
This 278 unit apartment will have 28 units affordable at the
50% rent levels with an additional 110 units rent restricted
for “attainable” housing not to exceed the 120% rent level.
The affordability term is 20-years.
The HRA pledged $2MM in a forgivable SPaRC loan for
public access to Fred Richards Park and $7.35MM in Pooled
TIF Funds. A SIPA and Redevelopment Agreement were
approved in 2022. The developer has secured financing for
the project and is preparing full construction documents and
working through the permit approval process.
4815-4901
W. 77th St.
and 7710
Computer
Ave.
Redevelopment of
12-acres of
Pentagon Park
South property
for retail, hotel
and market-driven
office/residential
uses by Solomon
Real Estate &
Hillcrest joint
venture.
The site work, parking garage and public plaza have been
completed. The site has been subdivided into 5 lots to
accommodate multiple phases of development.
TIF Notes were issued in 2020 and the first note payments
were issued in 2022. Additional payments will be made after
incremental property taxes are collected.
Ground breaking for the hotel (Lot 2) has been delayed by
the pandemic and is expected in late 2023 or 2024.
The developer continues to seek a lead professional tenant
for Lot 5.
4901 W.
77th St
First Bank & Trust
building new
facility on Lot 4
Ground breaking on Lot 4 occurred in May 2023 and
construction is in full progress. This new bank facility is
anticipated to be complete and open in Spring 2024. This
project is privately financed.
4901 W.
77th St
Eddi Apartments
on Lot 3
Construction on the 200 apartments approved for Lot 3
continues. The developer is using a modular construction
process to speed delivery of the project. Preleasing is now
underway with move-ins expected Fall 2023. This project is
privately financed. SW Quadrant 7201
Metro Blvd
Edina Innovation
Lab
The construction of this project is nearing completion.
Furnishings are the last items needed before the new facility
is completed. Occupancy is anticipated in August 2023.
Prepared by Bill Neuendorf and Stephanie Hawkinson July 19, 2023