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DATE: 2/16/2016
CONSENT/REGULAR
ITEM 13
AGENDA ITEM: Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment for Congregate Housing
SUBMITTED BY: Stephen Wensman
THROUGH: Clark Schroeder, Interim City Administrator
REVIEWED BY: Joan Ziertman
SUGGESTED ORDER OF BUSINESS:
- Introduction of Item ..................................................................................... Staff
- Report/Presentation……………………………………………..Staff
- Questions from Council to Staff ............................................. Mayor Facilitates
- Call for Motion ............................................................... Mayor & City Council
- Discussion ....................................................................... Mayor & City Council
- Action on Motion .................................................................... Mayor Facilitates
RECOMENDATION:
Arbor Glen Senior Living is requesting a Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment to increase the maximum allowed density for Senior Congregate Housing Facilities with Services from 10 units
per acre to 16 units per acre. Staff and the Planning Commission recommend approval with the
following motion:
Move to approve Resolution 2016-10 approval of a Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment to increase the maximum allowed density for Senior Congregate Housing Facilities with Services from 10 units per acre to 16 units per acre”.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
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City Council Meeting
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SUMMARY:
The Planning Commission held a public hearing on January 25th to consider the Comprehensive Plan text amendment. At the Public hearing, there were no public comments. The Planning Commission was being asked to increase the maximum allowed density from 10 units per acre to
20 units per acre, however, after discussion, the Planning Commission decided to limit the
increase to 16 units per acre.
FINDINGS:
The City Council in its approval should identify findings of fact in its approval of the
Comprehensive Plan text amendment. Staff has identified the following findings of fact:
1. Senior congregate housing is recognized as being different from standard multi-
family residential development given that residents in such facilities no longer have to
be at work, pick up children, or do their shopping at specific times of the day; many
residents no longer drive.
2. Such facilities provide on-site services to meet resident’s needs which further reduced
the overall impacts typically associated with high-density residential development.
3. The City of Lake Elmo’s comprehensive plan has expressed support for the
establishment of senior housing facilities within the community, and has identified
such units as an essential element of our life-cycle housing stock.
4. The City has reexamined its comprehensive plan and found that existing language
does not adequately acknowledge the unique nature of senior housing when
comparison to other multi-family dwelling types.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff and the Planning Commission are recommending approval of the Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment to increase the maximum allowed density for Senior Congregate Housing Facilities
with Services from 10 units per acre to 16 units per acre with the motion:
Move to approve Resolution 2016-10 approval of a Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment to
increase the maximum allowed density for Senior Congregate Housing Facilities with Services from 10 units per acre to 16 units per acre”.
ATTACHMENTS:
•Planning Commission packet 1/25/2016 Items 5a & 5b
•Planning Commission minutes 1/25/2016
BUSINESS ITEM 5a
PLANNING COMMISSION
DATE: 01/25/2016
AGENDA ITEM: 5A– PUBLIC HEARING
CASE # 2015-19
ITEM: Public Hearing for Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment
SUBMITTED BY: Stephen Wensman, City Planner
REVIEWED BY: Ben Gozola
Jack Griffin
SUMMARY AND ACTION REQUESTED:
The Planning Commission is being asked to consider a Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment
request from Arbor Glen Senior Living LLC to allow additional density, up to 20 units/acre for
senior congregate housing facilities with services. Staff is recommending that Planning Commission
recommend approval of the requests with the following motions:
1. Move to recommend approval of a comprehensive plan text amendment to increase the
maximum allowed density for senior congregate housing with services to 20 units per acre.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Applicant: Arbor Glen Senior Living, LLC, 215 N. 2nd Street, Suite 204
Location: MDR/HDR/VMX Zoning Districts
Deadline for Action: Application Complete – November 17, 2015
60 Day Deadline – January 16, 2016
Extension Letter Mailed – No
120 Day Deadline – March 17, 2016
Applicable Code/Plans: Article XI – Village Mixed Use District
154.451 Permitted and Conditional Uses in Residential Districts
Comprehensive Land Use Plan
REVIEW:
Arbor Glen Senior Living LLC is requesting a comprehensive plan text amendment to increase the
allowed maximum density from 10 to 20 units per acre for senior congregate housing with services.
The proposed comprehensive plan text amendment as proposed affects those parts of the city where
congregate housing are conditionally permitted: MDR – Urban Medium Density Residential and
HDR-Urban High Density Residential Zoning Districts and would be applicable for senior
congregate housing with services. Presently MDR allows a maximum density of 7 units/acre and
HDR allows a maximum density of 15 units per acres. The proposed text amendment is to allow 20
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units per acre to allow some density flexibility in order to address potentially variable economic
conditions and amenities found in offering senior congregate housing with services.
The rationale for the change is:
Senior congregate housing is recognized as being different from standard multi-family
residential development given that residents in such facilities no longer have to be at work, pick
up children, or do their shopping at specific times of the day; many residents no longer drive.
Such facilities provide on-site services to meet resident’s needs which further reduced the overall
impacts typically associated with high-density residential development.
In addition, the community, through the Comprehensive Land Use Plan has expressed support
for the establishment of senior housing facilities within the community, and has identified such
units as an essential element of our life-cycle housing stock.
The proposed comprehensive plan text amendment to increase the allowed maximum density to 20
units per acre for senior congregate housing with services is contingent on the Metropolitan
Council’s approval. City Council approval of a comprehensive plan text amendment requires a 4/5th
vote.
RECOMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend approval of the requests with the
following motions:
1. Move to recommend that the City Council approve the comprehensive plan text
amendment to increase the maximum allowed density for senior congregate housing
with services to 20 units per acre.
ORDER OF BUSINESS:
- Introduction ........................................................................................ Planning Staff
- Report by Staff ................................................................................... Planning Staff
- Questions from the Commission ............................ Chair & Commission Members
- Open the Public Hearing .................................................................................. Chair
- Continue the Public Hearing to the
January 25, 2015 meeting date ......................................................................... Chair
- Discussion by the Commission .............................. Chair & Commission Members
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Draft Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Metropolitan Council Application
Memorandum
DATE: 12-23-15
TO: Adjacent Jurisdictions & Partnering Agencies
FROM: Ben Gozola, Consulting City Planner
SUBJECT: Lake Elmo Minor Comprehensive Plan Update
Request
Expedited review of a proposed comprehensive plan amendment for the City of Lake Elmo. The amendment will
allow “senior congregate care facilities with services” (i.e. senior housing) to be built at greater overall densities than
other multi-family housing given that impacts from such units are not equivalent to other multi-family housing types.
Overview
Since 2008, the City of Lake Elmo’s comprehensive plan has expressed support for the establishment of senior
housing facilities within the community, and has identified such units as an essential element of our life-cycle
housing stock. With the recent upswing in the economy and the opening of more developable areas within our City,
we have re-examined our comprehensive plan and found that existing language does not adequately acknowledge
the unique nature of senior housing when comparison to other multi-family dwelling types.
With this comprehensive plan amendment, the City will recognize that senior housing is unique given that residents
in such facilities no longer have to be at work, pick up their children, or do their shopping at specific times of the
day; some residents don’t even drive anymore. Furthermore, many senior communities provide on-site services to
meet their residents’ needs which further reduces the overall impacts typically associated with high-density
residential buildings. Because of these differences and the recognized need for these facilities within the City,
senior/congregate housing will be allowed at densities of up to 20.0 units per acre within the land use classifications
currently guided for such facilities (Urban Medium Density, Urban High Density, Village Urban Medium Density and
Village Mixed Use). Please see the map on the next page which identifies all areas affected by this amendment.
The only other minor change proposed is to correct an inconsistency in the current plan. While the Village Land Use
Plan text currently identifies that development will occur at 6 to 10 u.p.a., the corresponding table incorrectly shows
a density range of 5 to 10 u.p.a. The table is now being updated to reflect the 6 u.p.a. minimum.
Provided we receive no negative feedback from reviewing jurisdictions, the attached comprehensive plan
amendment will be sent to the Metropolitan Council for approval in the beginning of 2016.
Action
Because the proposed minor text amendment impacts a geographical area of more than 40 acres, the amendment
does not qualify for a waiver of adjacent jurisdiction review. That said, we do not believe any jurisdiction will take
issue with the proposed changes as they will not create any impacts, and will only facilitate establishment of a land
use type that has been anticipated since the approval of our original plan in 2008.
Assuming you agree with our assessment, we have included a template response letter for your signature indicating
your respective jurisdiction does not object to the proposed change. We thank you in advance for quickly responding
to our request. If you have ANY questions whatsoever, please do not hesitate to call either Stephen Wensman (651-
747-3911) or Ben Gozola (763-746-1650); we’d be happy to address any and all concerns.
Thank you and happy holidays!
Attachments
1) Template Response Letter for signature
2) Proposed Text Changes to the Comp Plan LAND USE Chapter
3) Proposed Text Changes to the Comp Plan HOUSING Chapter
4) Comp Plan Amendment Application for the Metropolitan Council
Date: ___________________
Stephen Wensman
City of Lake Elmo
3800 Laverne Avenue N.
Lake Elmo, Minnesota 55042
Re: Proposed Lake Elmo Comp Plan Amendment – Senior Housing Densities
Dear Mr. Wensman:
On behalf of ______________________________, we have reviewed the City of Lake
Elmo’s proposed comprehensive plan amendment that addresses allowed densities for
senior congregate care facilities with services and a correction to fix an existing language
inconsistency, and have no objection to the proposed changes.
Sincerely,
Signature: _______________________________________
Printed name: ____________________________________
Summary of LAND USE Plan Changes:
Pg III-10: Changing the term “senior living centers” to “senior congregate care facilities with
services”
Pg III-11: Updating Table 3-B to amend the minimum density in the Village Mixed Use district to
6.0 u.p.a. to be consistent with the adopted Village land use plan, and adding clarifying language
that senior congregate care facilities with services may exceed listed density maximums in
specific categories with a range not to exceed 20.0 u.p.a.
Pg III-22: Added clarifying language that senior congregate care facilities with services may
exceed listed density maximums in the V-MDR and VMX land use categories with a range not to
exceed 20.0 u.p.a.
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This section of the Land Use chapter establishes the City’s official land use categories and the official
Future Land Use Map. The map assigns planned land use types to all parcels within the community to
guide current and future planning and development through the year 2030, and is the official land use
designation map for the City. The assigned land use designations are intended to shape the character,
type and density of future development according to sound planning principles. Any new development,
redevelopment, change in land use or change in zoning is required to be consistent with the official land
use guidance for each parcel.
The official land use plan categories are as follows:
RURAL AREA DEVELOPMENT − This category represents the large areas of rural residential development
within the City. Common uses found in these areas include working farms, alternative agricultural uses
as defined by City Code, and rural single family detached residences. Development in these areas
requires 10+ acres, or a conditional use permit to authorize a cluster development meeting the City’s
Open Space Preservation regulations. Densities are allowed up to 0.45 dwelling units per buildable acre
when planned as part of an Open Space Preservation development. No new areas of rural area
development are being established by the official land use plan. [Corresponding Zoning District(s): A,
RR, OP]
RESIDENTIAL ESTATE – This category defines areas developed specifically for large lot single family
detached housing typically on 2+ acres of land. No new areas of residential estate are being established
by the official land use plan. [Corresponding Zoning District(s): RE]
RURAL SINGLE FAMILY – This category defines a large portion of the City that was historically platted for
conventional subdivision prior to 2005, but has been and will continue to be serviced by private on−site
well and septic systems. Limited locations within this classification are allowed to have two−family
dwellings based on zoning. [Corresponding Zoning District(s): R−1, R−2]
URBAN LOW DENSITY – The Urban Low Density land use category is intended primarily for single−family
detached housing serviced by public sewer and water. This category allows net residential densities
from two and one−half (2.5) to four (4) units per acre. Significant new areas of urban low density are
guided both within the Old Village and along I−94. [Corresponding Zoning District: LDR]
URBAN MEDIUM DENSITY – The Urban Medium Density land use category allows net residential
densities from four and one−half (4.5) to seven (7) units per acre; with greater densities only allowed if
deemed appropriate and approved through the PUD process and that meet incentives for density bonus
as allowed under the PUD ordinance . This category allows for a variety of housing types including
single−family detached, duplexes, townhomes, and small two− and three−story apartment buildings
and/or senior living centers senior congregate care facilities with services. Significant new areas of
urban medium density are guided both within the Old Village and along I−94. [Corresponding Zoning
District(s): R−3, MDR]
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Table 3-B
Existing and Planned Land Use Table
Land Use
Residential
Density1
(units/acre)
Existing Land
Use (acres)
Planned
Land
Use
(acres)
Planned Land Use Changes
(anticipated acreages in
5 year increments)4
Change
(acres) Min Max City wide
(Village)2
2012 to
2015
2015 to
2020
2020 to
2025
2025 to
2030
R E S I D E N T I A L
Rural Area
Development n/a 0.1 7094.24 5279.92 6640.66 6187.08 5733.50 5279.92 -1814.32
Residential
Estates 0.1 0.4 771.26 793.71 776.87 782.49 788.10 793.71 22.45
Rural Single
Family 0.66 2.0 1665.92 1666.41 1666.04 1666.16 1666.28 1666.41 0.49
Urban Low
Density 2.5 4 0.00 496.39 124.10 248.20 372.29 496.39 496.39
Urban Medium
Density 4.5 7 176.08 390.49 229.68 283.29 336.89 390.49 214.41
Urban High
Density 7.5 15 0.00 157.67 39.42 78.84 118.25 157.67 157.67
Village Urban
Low Density 1.5 2.49 0.00 244.11 61.03 122.06 183.09 244.11 244.11
Village Urban
Medium
Density
2.5
4.99
0.00
119.11
29.78
59.56
89.33
119.11
119.11
C O M M E R C I A L 3
Business Park 7.5 15 120.65 329.69 172.91 225.17 277.43 329.69 209.04
Commercial 4.5 7 99.86 208.33 126.98 154.10 181.22 208.33 108.47
Limited
Business – – 111.41 66.16 100.09 88.78 77.47 66.16 -45.25
Village Mixed
Use 6.0 5.0 10.0 0.00 164.40 41.10 82.20 123.30 164.40 164.40
P U B L I C / S E M I P U B L I C / O P E N S P A C E 5
Public/Park – – 3298.94 3352.24 3312.27 3325.59 3338.92 3352.24 53.3
Greenbelt
Corridor5
5
– – 0.00 82.67 20.66 41.34 62.01 82.67 82.67
Road ROWs – – 890.93 890.93 890.93 890.93 890.93 890.93 0.0
U N D E V E L O P E D
Open Water – – 1355.29 1355.29 1355.29 1355.29 1355.29 1355.29 0.0
TOTALS: – – 15,584.58 15,584.58 15,584.55 15,584.55 15,584.55 15,584.55 0.0
1 Senior congregate care facilities with services in the Urban Medium Density, Urban High Density, Village Urban Medium
Density, and Village Mixed Use land use categories may exceed the listed density maximums with a range not to exceed a total
of 20.0 units per acre provided the facility can satisfy all zoning and applicable conditional use permit review criteria.
2 Residential uses within the “Business Park” and “Commercial” land use designations can only occur in areas specifically
designated for mixed use on the planned land use map.
3 It is recognized that both park and road ROW areas will expand as new development occurs, but such acreage is accounted for in the
respective development land use types as such land areas must contribute towards required development densities.
4 The staging plan for future development is fluid and will allow development to occur as market conditions dictate. Because of this,
specific timing for development of any specific land use category is not possible. For the purposes of this table, the anticipated
acreage changes are incrementally broken down into four periods of time showing a consistent rate of change between now and 2030.
5 The acreage of the greenbelt corridor areas, which are portions of the Village Open Space Overlay, that are adjacent to urban zoning
districts were calculated to account for the remaining acreage in the Village. The other portions of the Village Open Space Overlay
are accounted for through the base land use guidance (i.e. Rural Area Development or Rural Single Family).
Lake Elmo Comprehensive Plan Chapter III − Land Use Plan
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Elmo, including a compact assemblage of streets and blocks, a distinct edge, a historic main street and
good access to parks and open space. The plan intends to extend these qualities to the newly
developing areas surrounding the existing downtown. In addition, it proposes connecting the existing
residential neighborhoods to the south with the village core and new neighborhoods.
The Village Land Use Plan includes a series of specific goals and objectives for each of the land use
elements, and establishes the following as the overall goals and objectives for the plan:
1) Adhere to the Guiding Principles from the Village Master Plan, which are incorporated into this
land use plan in Table 3D.
2) Preserve the existing character of the Village while accommodating new housing and businesses
to comply with the growth projections of the Comprehensive Plan.
3) Create a walkable, viable community with a distinct center.
4) Explore options to provide space for public and commercial activities around a village green that
can serve as a focal point for new development.
5) Create an open space buffer around the new development areas to foster a true village feel.
6) Plan for development on a “village” scale rather than a “suburban” scale, recognizing the
existing character of the Old Village.
7) Promote traffic calming measures along State Highway 5 to improve auto and pedestrian safety,
particularly in the vicinity of Lake Elmo Avenue and Lake Elmo Elementary School.
8) Plan for at least one grade−separated crossing of Highway 5 for bicycles and pedestrians
9) Provide for the recreation needs of the new neighborhoods while building on existing facilities
and accommodating the need for community−wide recreation facilities.
10) Create a natural system for storm water management that takes advantage of existing drainage
patterns.
11) Plan for a new Village Parkway as a major north/south collector with a new railroad crossing
approximately midpoint between Lake Elmo Avenue and Manning Ave.
12) Promote mixed−use development in the areas close to the Village Center.
Village Land Use Plan
The Village Land Use Plan, Map 3-5, identifies three primary land use categories within this planning
area that will accommodate growth, and incorporates an open space overlay category to specify which
portions of the area will be designated for open space. The land use categories as applied in the Village
Planning Area include:
V−LDR − Village Urban Low Density Residential at 1.5 to 2.5 units per acre
V−MDR − Village Urban Medium Density Residential at 3.0 to 4.0 units per acre*
VMX − Village Mixed Use with residential densities of 6.0 to 10.0 units per acre*
* Senior congregate care facilities with services in the V-MDR or VMX land use categories may exceed
the listed density maximums with a range not to exceed a total of 20.0 units per acre provided the
facility can satisfy all zoning and applicable conditional use permit review criteria.
Summary of HOUSING Plan Changes:
Pg IV-7: Added two paragraphs. The first defines what is meant by “senior congregate care
facilities with services,” and the second explains how they are different from other types of
multi-family residential structures. The impact differences, the recognized need for such
facilities, and the need to accommodate higher densities to make these structures successful is
cited as the reasons for the new 20.0 u.p.a. cap for this specific land use.
Lake Elmo Comprehensive Plan Chapter IV − Housing
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Future Housing Needs
In order for Lake Elmo to achieve balanced growth and maintain its strong sense of community, it is
essential to plan and develop the future housing stock in a manner that is mindful of the city’s
population trends and future needs. For this reason, it is important for Lake Elmo to clearly define its
goals as they pertain to housing.
Goals
In planning for the land use and future growth of Lake Elmo, the City aims to achieve the following goals
related to housing:
1. Continue to support and develop family-friendly neighborhoods, emphasizing safety and access to
open or recreation space. Throughout its history, Lake Elmo has been lauded as a great place to
raise a family. For this reason, many of Lake Elmo’s future residents will be families with children.
In planning future housing for these residents, it is the responsibility of the City to be cognizant of
how site, building, and street design relate to safety and access to public recreation space.
Promoting these principles will ensure that the future population of Lake Elmo is safe and healthy.
2. When planning for the future residential neighborhoods in Lake Elmo, it is critical to incorporate
walkability into the design of housing and streets to ensure a positive pedestrian environment in
both the I-94 Corridor and Old Village. In order to maintain a healthy and vibrant environment in
Lake Elmo, safe and aesthetically pleasing pedestrian spaces within residential neighborhoods are
essential. Additionally, for the Old Village land use plan to effectively support and promote walking
in Lake Elmo’s downtown, steps must be taken to ensure that walkability is considered when
planning future housing. Creating a more walkable downtown area with more street amenities
encourages nearby residents to travel by means other than the automobile, which in turn promotes
pedestrian traffic and physical exercise. In addition, increased pedestrian accessibility to downtown
should drive greater support and patronage of local businesses in the Old Village. Finally, greater
pedestrian traffic could allow for reduction in needed parking facilities, decreasing the amount of
impervious surfaces and easing the burden on storm water management systems.
3. Expand housing opportunities for seniors in Lake Elmo, placing an emphasis on affordability and
life-cycle housing. As the data from the 2010 Census indicates, the Lake Elmo population is aging.
11.0% of the population in Lake Elmo is over the age of 65. In order to provide opportunities for
these residents to remain in Lake Elmo, the City must strive to attract and develop a greater variety
of housing that suits the needs of seniors, including those who require medical assistance or are
disabled, requiring barrier−free housing. In addition, affordability is increasingly becoming
important factor for many seniors in making housing choices. To give these residents the option to
remain in Lake Elmo, developing housing options that are both senior friendly and affordable will be
critical over the next 25 years and beyond.
Lake Elmo Comprehensive Plan Chapter IV − Housing
IV−7
Senior congregate care facilities with services are considered to be a facility consisting of 3 or more
dwelling units, typically consisting of multiple-household attached dwellings but may include other
forms of attached or detached dwelling units, the occupancy of which is limited to persons 55 years
of age or older. The facility may include meals, housekeeping, and personal care assistance and
minor medical services; but not intermediate, long term, or extended nursing care for residents.
Senior congregate care facilities with services are recognized as being different from standard
multi-family residential development given that residents in such facilities no longer have to be at
work, pick up their children, or do their shopping at specific times of the day; some residents don’t
even drive anymore. Furthermore, many senior communities provide on-site services to meet their
residents’ needs which further reduces the overall impacts typically associated with high-density
residential buildings. Because of these differences, the recognized need for these facilities within
the City, and the fact that higher development densities are required to make these facilities
successful; senior/congregate housing may be allowed at densities of up to 20.0 units per acre.
4. Provide a greater variety of housing in terms of cost and tenure type (ownership vs. rental) in
order to give more people the opportunity to live in Lake Elmo, particularly younger residents and
families. Considering the gap in the Lake Elmo population of 20−39 year olds, it is important to be
cognizant of how housing affordability relates to the current demographics of the city. If the city
wishes to retain younger residents and families in Lake Elmo, then opportunities for more affordable
and rental housing must be present. Adding more young residents to Lake Elmo will strengthen the
social fabric of the community and encourage more unique activities and programming.
Additionally, providing more options in terms of affordability will allow more employees of
businesses located in Lake Elmo the option of both living and working in the community.
Future Housing
According to Met Council forecasts, the growth of Lake Elmo will result in an increase of 5,948
households by 2030, representing an increase of 214%. In order to achieve this growth in a balanced
and sustainable manner, as well as fulfill Lake Elmo’s housing goals, the I−94 Corridor and Old Village
land use plans provide opportunity for a wide mix of housing types and densities. These housing
densities will vary with a floor range of 2.0 units per acre to 10 units per acre, allowing for a greater
variety of housing in Lake Elmo. These new housing units are guided for the I−94 Corridor and Old
Village at the following minimum densities:
I-94 Corridor Old Village
Urban Low Density: 2.5 units/acre Village Low Density: 2.0 units/acre
Urban Medium Density: 4.0 units/acre Village Medium Density: 4.0 units/acre
Urban High Density: 7.0 units/acre Village High Density: 10.0 units/acre
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT FORM LOCAL PLANNING HANDBOOK
1. Name of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA):
2. Please provide the following information:
Contact Name and Title
Address
City, State, Zip
Telephone Number
Email Address
3. Identify the type of amendment (land use change, MUSA expansion, text change, forecast adjustment, etc.)
and describe the amendment including location, description, affected area in acres, number of residential
units in CPA area (if any), etc. Provide any additional information relevant to the amendment.
Type of
Amendment
Detailed
Description
4. The local governing body must take action on the proposed amendment before submittal to the Metropolitan
Council. Provide the dates of official action.
• Date acted upon by the planning commission:
• Date approved by governing body:
5. Affected Jurisdiction Review: list the adjacent local governments, school districts and other jurisdictions that
were contacted and the date the copies were sent.
Jurisdictions
Date Sent
Comments
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6. Forecasts: Does the plan amendment change the adopted Metropolitan Council population, household, or
employment forecasts?
No, no change in community-level forecasts.
Yes. Identify the net changes to community-level forecasts:
7. Land Use: Describe land use changes (in acres) applicable to this amendment site.
Not applicable. No land use changes proposed.
Land Use Designation All Land Uses in CPA Area
Pre-CPA Acres Post CPA Acres
If you have more land use changes than space permits in this table, please attach a separate page to your
amendment document.
8. Wastewater: What type of wastewater treatment will be used to serve the proposed amendment?
Individual Sewage Treatment System (ISTS)
Privately Owned / Community Treatment System
Local / Municipal Owned Wastewater Treatment Plant
Regional Wastewater Treatment
9. Water Supply: Will the amendment increase or decrease projected water use from the community’s current
water supply plan?
No increase or decrease in projected water use from the water supply plan.
Yes. Provide the water supply plan amendment as an attachment to describe necessary facilities
improvements or changes.
10. Implementation: Will the amendment require changes in zoning or subdivision ordinances, the capital
improvement program (CIP), or other official controls?
No.
Yes. If Yes, describe proposed changes and timeline for making those changes below:
Changes
Timeline
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CONTENT REQUIREMENTS FOR AN AMENDMENT
Your comprehensive plan amendment must include the following information to be considered complete:
1.Color maps (8.5 x 11 or 11 x 17) showing the following:
•General location of proposed changes
•Current planned land use and proposed planned land use
•Current and proposed sewer staging changes
2.Staff report to planning commission or local governing body.
3.Other relevant information related to the amendment including:
•Whether or not the proposed amendment has impacts on regional systems including transportation,
wastewater, and regional parks.
•Whether the proposed amendment includes any land within the Mississippi Critical Area boundary.
•How stormwater generated from the site will be managed.
•Whether there are changes to the projected water use due to the amendment.
4.Comments from adjacent jurisdictions review.
5.Copy of adopted local resolution, authorizing the amendment to be submitted for review.
Metropolitan Council
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