HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 2024-33 Hankerson Plan Amendment DenialRESOLUTION NO. 2024-33
DENYING A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT TO RE-GUIDE 5120 AND 5124
HANKERSON AVENUE FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
TO MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Edina, Minnesota, as follows:
Section I. BACKGROUND.
1.01 Donnay Homes Inc. is proposing to tear down two existing single-dwelling units to
build two double dwelling units/townhomes at 5120 and 5124 Hankerson Avenue. The
development would gain access off the Alley on the west side of the properties similar
to the townhomes to the south. The subject properties are zoned R-I, Single Dwelling
unit District. The site is guided low density residential, which allows between 1-5 units
per acre. The properties are 19,468 square feet in size total (9,769 and 9,699 s.f. each).
The proposed density of this project is 9 units per acre.
1.02 To accommodate the request, the following is requested:
â A Comprehensive Plan Amendment to re-guide the site from Low Density
Residential to Medium Density Residential, which would allow 5-12 units per acre.
1.03 On April I I, 2024, the Planning Commission held a public hearing and recommended approval
of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment. Vote: 6 Ayes and 3 Nays.
1.04 On May 7, 2024, the City Council held a public hearing and considered the requests.
1.05 On May 21, 2024, the City Council approved the requests.
Section 2. FINDINGS
2.01 Denial is based on the following findings:
I. The proposed density is too high for the site. Land uses to the west and north are low density
residential. Introducing medium density residential is not reasonable for the middle of this
block.
2. This neighborhood is isolated from the Grandview District. The connection from 52nd Street
to Vernon has not yet been made.
3. Reasonable use of the property exists today with two single-family residential homes.
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to the south is setback further on the lot, 165 feet back from the street and is 60 feet back
from the side lot line. The rear of the proposed dental office would be over 70 feet away.
4. These variances are reasonable given the distance separation from the closest building at over
70 feet. The reason for the request is that the building could be moved up closer to the
street, as recommended in the sketch plan. With a closer setback to the side lot line, they are
able to provide parking along the side of the building and not disturb the location of the
existing drive-aisle.
5. The proposed use of the building is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
6. There are no buildings in this area with 20-foot first floor ceiling height.
7. Stantec conducted a traffic and parking study and concluded that the project would have
minimal impact on existing roads and there would be adequate parking.
Section 3. APPROVAL
NOW THEREFORE, it is hereby resolved by the City Council of the City of Edina, approves
the Site Plan, Subdivision, building setback variance from 20 to 10 feet and first floor building height
from 20 to 10 feet at 7300 Metro Boulevard. Approval is subject to the following conditions:
The Plan must be consistent with the Plans date stamped March I I, 2024.
2. The Final Landscape Plan must meet all minimum landscaping requirements per Chapter
36 of the Zoning Ordinance. A performance bond, letter-of-credit, or cash deposit must
be submitted for one and one-half times the cost amount for completing the required
landscaping, screening, or erosion control measures at the time of any building permit.
3. Provision of code compliant bike racks for each use near the building entrances.
4. The Final Lighting Plan must meet all minimum requirements per Section 36-1260 of the
City Code.
5. Roof-top mechanical equipment and ground level equipment must be screened per
Section 36-1459 of the City Code.
6. Submit a copy of the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District permit. The City may require
revisions to the approved plans to meet the district's requirements.
7. Hours of construction must be consistent with City Code.
8. Compliance with all the conditions outlined in the city engineer's memo dated April 2,
2024.
9. Park dedication fee of $4,900 shall be due at the time of building permit application.
ATTEST:
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Section 3. DENIAL
NOW THEREFORE, it is hereby resolved by the City Council of the City of Edina, denies the
Comprehensive Plan Amendment as proposed.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Edina, Minnesota, on ay 21, 2024.
Sharon Al n, City Clerk James B. Hovland, Mayor
STATE OF MINNESOTA
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COUNTY OF HENNEPIN
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CITY OF EDINA
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CERTIFICATE OF CITY CLERK
I, the undersigned duly appointed and acting City Clerk for the City of Edina do hereby certify that the
attached and foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the Edina City Council at its Regular Meeting
of May 21, 2024, and as recorded in the Minutes of said Regular Meeting.
WITNESS my hand and seal of said City this day of , 2024.
Sharon Allison, City Clerk