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DATE: 1/16/24
REGULAR
MOTION
TO: City Council
ITEM: Discalced Carmelite Nuns of St Paul - Conditional Use Permit
FROM: Sophia Jensen, City Planner
BACKGROUND
The Discalced Carmelite Nuns of St. Paul (Applicant) have applied for a Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) for the property located at PID # 09.029.21.12.0002 for a 1,532 square foot expansion to
their existing monastery originally built in 1955. The intent of the expansion is to increase
privacy, function, and better accommodate their day-to-day life. The addition will include an
ADA accessible entrance hall, ADA accessible bathroom, speak rooms, and a parlor. The Nun’s
monastery is currently a legal nonconforming use since their religious institution predates the
CUP requirement of the public facilities zoning district. The proposed expansion of the building
triggers the site to be brought into conformance with the conditional use permit requirement.
PROPOSAL DETAILS/ANALYSIS
Applicant: Discalced Carmelite Nuns of St. Paul
Property Owners: Discalced Carmelite Nuns of St. Paul
Location: 8251 Mount Carmel Road (8251 Demontreville Trl)
Request: Application for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow for expansion of
legal nonconforming site.
Site Area: 89.6 acres
Existing Land Use: Religious Institution
Existing Zoning: Public Facilities (PF) and Shoreland Overlay District
Surrounding: North – single-family homes zoned RR and A
West – Lake Demontreville
South – single-family homes zoned RS
East – single-family homes zoned RR
Comprehensive Plan: Institutional
History: The property has been owned by the Discalced Carmelite Nuns of St. Paul
since 1954. The current monastery was built in 1955. Since it was
originally built, the monastery has not been subject to any expansions or
modifications. The site is currently a legal nonconformity since the use
requires a Conditional Use Permit in the PF zoning district. The property
is shared with the Carmelite Hermitage who have an independent CUP.
Deadline for Action: Application Complete – 11/7/2023
60 Day Deadline – 1/6/2023
Extension Mailed- 11/14/2024
120 Day Deadline – 3/6/2024
Regulations: Article XVI – Public and Semi-Public Districts
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Article XIX – Shoreland Overlay District
105.12.290 – Conditional Use Permits
PROJECT ANALYSIS
Because the property does not have a conditional use permit as is required by the Zoning Code,
the existing use is considered legal non-conforming. The City’s ordinance states that the lawful
use of a building or structure may continue, but that the continuation of the non-conforming use
does not include expansion. Since the applicant is requesting expansion of the non-conforming
use, by adding the monastery addition, the City must approve a conditional use permit in order
for the applicant to add the addition and to bring the property in to compliance.
The proposed addition will not increase the required capacity of the current well or septic system.
According to the ST Testing report dated October 26th 2023 the current wastewater system is adequate
for the existing building and expansion.
In their narrative, they state that their way of life is relatively secluded; they do not generate a
significant amount of vehicle traffic. The proposed addition would not affect current traffic
flows. They have one employee and his family that reside on the site, periodically assisted by
volunteers, to help maintain the grounds and buildings. The monastery is open to the public from
7:00AM to 4:30PM, which is the same hours as the Carmelite Hermitage with whom they share
the gated entrance off Demontreville Trail. According to the narrative, they expect a maximum
of five trips periodically through the day due to deliveries or visitors. The nuns never leave the
monastery. The off street-parking ordinance exempts existing religious institutions from meeting
the parking stall standards although they must develop a parking management plan. As part of
the monastery’s management plan, they are proposing seven parking stalls for their monastery.
This should be sufficient for their anticipated five trips.
The proposed 1,532 square foot addition would be to the north and west of the existing buildings
and south of the existing driveway into the site. The following table outlines how the proposed
use adheres to the setback and impervious surface requirements of the Public and Quasi-Public
Open Space District and Shoreland Overlay District.
PF and Shoreland Overlay Zoning Standards
Standard Required Proposed
Maximum Parcel Area 20 acres 90 acres
Maximum Height (Addition) 50 feet 25 feet
Maximum Impervious Coverage 15% 4,098 SF or 0.1%
Front Yard Setback – Building 100 feet 118.2 feet
Interior Side Yard Setback –
Building
100 feet 1,450.1 feet
Rear Yard Setback - Building 100 feet 1,830.1 feet
Parking Lot Setback 100 foot 100 feet
Setback from a Public Street 20 feet 1,800 feet
Structure Setbacks From OHWL 200 feet 316 feet
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Septic Setback From OHWL 150 feet 253 feet
Setback from Top of Bluff 50 feet N/A
Standards for Places of Worship within the Public and Quasi-Public Zoning District. The
following outlines standards for places of worship as outlined in the Public and Quasi-Public
zoning district.
a. Direct access is provided to a public street classified by the Comprehensive Plan as major
collector or arterial;
• Staff Comment. The City has classified Demontreville Trail as a major collector
street. The City Council approved a variance in 2021 for a direct access road to the
Carmelites from Demontreville Trail (Resolution 2021-092) which applies to any
buildings or structures on the property.
b. No use may exceed 235 gallons wastewater generation per day per net acre of land;
• Staff Comment. It is unknown how much wastewater is generated, but it is assumed
there is no more than 235 gallons being generated per net acre on a 90 acre site.
c. No on-site sewer system shall be designed to handle more than 5,000 gallons per day;
• Staff Comment. According to the ST Testing report dated October 26th 2023 the
current wastewater system is adequate for the existing building and expansion.
d. Exterior athletic fields shall not include spectator seating, public address facilities or lighting;
• Staff Comment. There are no exterior athletic fields.
e. No freestanding broadcast or telecast antennas are permitted. No broadcast dish or antenna
shall extend more than 6 feet above or beyond the principal structure.
• Staff Comment. No broadcast or telecast antennas, existing or proposed.
REVIEW COMMENTS
The CUP application was sent out for agency review on October 27th 2023. The following
responses were received:
Fire Department Review Memo 11/7/2023. Provided comments regarding drive lanes and
parking areas, fire suppression and fire alarm system installation requirements, building
addressing, and access/gate requirements A condition of approval that the items in the memo
must addressed prior to construction has been added.
Landscape Architect Review Memo 11/8/2023. Provided comments that since this is a small
expansion of an existing site, minimum site disturbance is proposed, and the parcel is extremely
large and heavily vegetated the tree preservation and landscape plan requirements may be
waived. The review memo indicates that additional landscaping is still being proposed around
the new addition.
VBWD. Provided a comment that no watershed permit was required based on this proposal.
MN DNR. No comment.
City Engineer. No comment.
RECOMMENDED FINDINGS
Conditional use means a land use or development as defined by ordinance that would not be
appropriate generally but may be allowed with appropriate restrictions as provided by official
controls only upon a finding that all of the following provisions be met. Staff recommends the
following findings:
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1. The proposed use will not be detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety, comfort,
convenience or general welfare of the neighborhood or the city. The proposed use should
not be detrimental or in any way endanger the public health, safety, comfort.
2. The use or development conforms to the City of Lake Elmo Comprehensive Plan. The
proposed use conforms to the Comprehensive Plan.
3. The use or development is compatible with the existing neighborhood. The proposed use is
permitted in Public Facilities zoning district subject to a CUP.
4. The proposed use meets all specific development standards for such use listed in the Zoning
Code. The proposed use must meet the provisions of Article XVI – Public and Semi-Public
Districts.
5. If the proposed use is in a flood plain management or shoreland area, the proposed use meets
all the specific standards for such use listed in Article XIX (Shoreland Management) and
Title 100 (Flood Plain Management). The proposed use meets the Shoreland Regulations.
6. The proposed use will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained to be compatible in
appearance with the existing or intended character of the general vicinity and will not change
the essential character of that area. The proposed use will be compatible in appearance with
the existing character of the general vicinity and will not change the essential character of
the area.
7. The proposed use will not be hazardous or create a nuisance as defined under this Chapter to
existing or future neighboring structures. The proposed monastery addition is to be set back
far from the public right of way and from adjacent land owners and so should not create a
nuisance to existing or future neighboring structures.
8. The proposed use will be served adequately by essential public facilities and services,
including streets, police and fire protection, drainage structures, refuse disposal, water and
sewer systems and schools or will be served adequately by such facilities and services
provided by the persons or agencies responsible for the establishment of the proposed use.
The proposed monastery addition will be adequately served by public services or facilities.
9. The proposed use will not create excessive additional requirements at public cost for public
facilities and services and will not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community.
The proposed use will not create excessive additional requirements at public cost.
10. The proposed use will not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment and
conditions of operation that will be detrimental to any persons, property or the general
welfare because of excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare or odors. The
proposed use should not be detrimental to persons, property, or the general public welfare.
11. Vehicular approaches to the property, where present, will not create traffic congestion or
interfere with traffic on surrounding public thoroughfares. With the new direct access from
Demontreville Trl (Res. 2021-092), the proposed use should not create traffic congestion.
12. The proposed use will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of a natural or scenic
feature of major importance. The proposed use should not affect natural or scenic features.
FISCAL IMPACT
None.
RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
1) The applicant must obtain all other necessary City, State, and other governing body permits
and approvals before the commencement of any construction activity on the site.
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2) All recommendations and requirements in the Fire Department memo dated November 7th
2023 must be met prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for the addition.
3) If the applicant has not taken action toward starting the addition, or if substantial
construction of the addition has not taken place within 12 months of the City’s approval of
conditional use permit, the CUP approval shall become void. The applicant may request
City Council approval of a time extension to start or implement the conditional use permit.
PLANNING COMMISSION:
The Planning Commission reviewed this request at their December 11th 2023 meeting and voted
to recommend approval of the conditional use permit (Vote 6-0). The Planning Commission also
held the public hearing on the item at their December 11th meeting; no public comment was
received at the public hearing.
OPTIONS:
The City Council may:
• Approve the Conditional Use Permit with recommended findings and conditions of
approval.
• Approve of the Conditional Use Permit with amended findings and conditions of
approval.
• Deny the Conditional Use Permit, citing findings for denial.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council approve the CUP with the listed conditions. Suggested
motion:
“Motion to approve Resolution 2024-013 approving a Conditional Use Permit for the
Discalced Carmelite Nuns of St Paul Monastery with the conditions and findings listed in the
staff report.”
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Location Map
2. Land Use Application
3. Narrative and Plans
4. Fire Department Memo 11/7/2023
5. Landscape Architect Memo 11/8/2023
6. Resolution 2024-013
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Carmelite Monastery
Information
Project
23 October 2023
Project
The Project consists of a New 1532 Sq. Ft. Addition to
the Existing North Side of the Carmelite Monastery
and modifications to 955 Sq. Ft. of the Existing First
Floor of the Building.
No Additional Site Utilities are to be Required.
No Additional Site Lighting will be Required.
The New Building Exterior shall
Match the Existing Building Brick Color and Details.
Existing Tree in Parking Lot To Be Removed Existing North Elevation 119'-512"379'-3
5
16 "
75
6
'
-
7
1
16"
2023 Carmelite Monastery Addition
Impervious Surface Take-Off
23-Oct-23
579 New Paving at Existing Tree Removal
606 New Paving at Existing Tree Removal
45 New Retaining Wall
60 New Fence
693 New Sidewalk
583 New Sidewalk and Retaining Wall
2566 Total New Paving and Sidewalk 2566
1532 Total New Building 1532
Total New Impervious Surface after Construuction 4098
Carmelite MonasteryFirst Floor Plan103102261530NorthNewwith DemoRelocate StatueRelocate Crossand Light FixtureRelocate CrossLight Fixture & NumbersRelocateDisplayCabinet23 October 2023StairsToiletWellness /Day RoomCell 3Cell 2BathRoomCell 1Bath RoomInnerTurnRoomOuterTurnRoomVestibulePrepRoomInnerSpeakroomOuterSpeakroomRetaining Wall with Guard RailSlopedSidewalkTinted WindowsThis RoomLandscape AreaReconfigure Parking LotEntrance HallVestibuleStor.Tinted WindowsThis RoomCoveredPorchNew Gates2 HourWall2 HourWall14'-37
8"RelocateGas MeterToiletServeryTinted WindowsThis RoomTinted WindowsThis RoomTinted WindowsThis RoomTinted WindowsThis Room2 Way PullDrawer BelowCountertopSteps3RisersNew Security FenceTinted WindowsThis Room2'3
8"45ExtendHeight ofExistWindowWellExtendHeight ofExistWindowWellNew Security FenceRetaing Wall Block System101010121014Remove Existing TreeRemove Existing TreeRemove Existing TreeRemove Existing Tree andLandscape IslandStorm Water
Flow Direction
Storm WaterFlow Direction30'Relocate Statue231ADA Parking Stall6OptionalRetaining Walls and Bench71532 Sq. Ft.New Building SizeDrive Lane
Carmelite Monastery
First Floor Plan
1
0 3 10 22
6 15 30
North
Existing
Relocate Statue
Relocate Cross
and Light Fixture
Relocate Cross
Light Fixture & Numbers
Relocate
Display
Cabinet
Stairs
Toilet
Wellness /
Day Room
Cell 3
Cell 2
Bath
Room
Cell 1
Bath Room
Inner
Turn
Room
Outer
Turn
Room
Vestibule
Prep
Room
Inner
Speakroom
Outer
Speakroom
Retaining Wall with Guard Rail
Tinted Windows
This Room
Landscape Area
Entrance Hall
Vestibule
Stor.
Tinted Windows
This Room
Covered
Porch
2 Hour
Wall
2 Hour
Wall
14'-378"Relocate
Gas Meter
Toilet
Servery
Tinted Windows
This Room
Tinted Windows
This Room
Tinted Windows
This Room
Tinted Windows
This Room
2 Way Pull
Drawer Below
Countertop
Steps
3
Risers
New Security Fence
Tinted Windows
This Room 38"Well
Extend
Height of
Exist
Window
Well
23 October 2023
Retaing Wall Block System
1010
1012
1014
Remove Existing Tree Remove Existing Tree
Remove Existing Tree
Storm Water
Flow Direction
Carmelite Monastery
Elevations
1
0 3 10 22
6 15 30
New 6'-938"WDO 1WDO 1 WDO 1WDO 1WDO 1Brick
Opening
WDO 1Brick
Opening
WDO 1Brick
Opening
WDO 1WDO 3 WDO 1WDO 3 WDO 1WDO 1
33'-11"
5 October 2023
South Elevation North Elevation
Basement
First Floor
Grade
Bot of FTG5'Second Floor
110.00
100.00
90.66
90.166
85.1661'-4"1'-4"Basement
First Floor
Grade
Bot of FTG 4'-111316"Second Floor
110.00
100.00
90.66
110.00
85.166 1'-4"1'-4"Carmelite Monastery
Elevation
1
0 3 10 22
6 15 30
New
WDO 1WDO 1 WDO 1WDO 1 WDO 1WDO 2
5 October 202310'Top of Parapet
110.00
Roof Peak
124.833
East Elevation
LAKE ELMO FIRE DEPARTMENT – OFFICE OF THE FIRE MARSHAL
Fire Prevention, Code Enforcement, and Public Education
“Proudly Serving Neighbors and Friends”
November 7, 2023
Sophia Jensen, Planner
City of Lake Elmo
Re: Conditional Use Permit, Carmelite Nuns, 8251 Mount Carmel Trail
Prepared by: Anthony Svoboda, Fire Marshal
Approved by: Dustin Kalis, Fire Chief
Applicable Codes:
2020 Minnesota State Fire Code
2020 Minnesota State Building Code
Lake Elmo Fire Department Fire Code Policies
NFPA 13, 2016 edition
NFPA 13D, 2016 edition
Fire Department Comments:
Roads, Drive Lanes, and Parking Areas
1) All roads and drive lanes shall meet the Lake Elmo Fire Department requirements for widths and turning
radiuses.
2) Approved fire apparatus roads shall be provided and maintained throughout all development phases in
coordination with engineering, public works, planning, and fire departments.
3) An approved signage and marking plan shall be determined for all No Parking and Fire Lane access roads. On-
street parking shall be provided in approved locations following review by Engineering and Public Works. Parking
shall be prohibited on both sides of private drive lanes.
4) All parking areas shall be capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing up to 75,000
pounds.
Fire Detection and Suppression
1) Track A – New Residential Units are added to 1st floor. A fire sprinkler system shall be installed in commercial
buildings in accordance with the Minnesota State Fire Code. A permit is required prior to work.
a. Fire Department sprinkler connection locations shall be approved prior to installation.
2) Track B – No New Residential Units are added to 1st floor. A fire sprinkler system is not required.
3) A fire alarm system shall be installed as required in Chapter 11 of the Minnesota State Fire Code concerning
existing buildings. A plan review and permit are require prior to installation.
LAKE ELMO FIRE DEPARTMENT – OFFICE OF THE FIRE MARSHAL
Fire Prevention, Code Enforcement, and Public Education
“Proudly Serving Neighbors and Friends”
Address and Street Naming Systems
1) Building address numbers shall be plainly visible from the street fronting the property and shall be contrasting
color from the background.
2) Size and placement of address numbers shall be approved by the fire and planning departments.
Gates, Locks, and Access
1) Project construction phasing shall accommodate emergency access to the entire construction zone at all times,
generally meaning two separate means of entrance/exit as defined in the code. Phasing plan to be approved by
the fire department prior to construction.
2) A KNOX rapid access lockbox shall be installed in an approved location, on all commercial buildings.
a. Multiple KNOX rapid access lockboxes may be required as determined by the fire department.
3) KNOX locking Fire Department Connection Caps shall be installed on all fire department sprinkler connections.
4) All gates, whether manual or electric, shall be accompanied by either a KNOX lock or KNOX gate control switch
for rapid access.
Questions, clarifications, or the request to provide code documents can be made using the contact information listed
below.
Respectfully,
Memorandum
800 Washington Avenue North, Suite 103
Minneapolis, MN 55401
November 8, 2023
TO : SOPHIA JENSEN
FROM: SARAH EVENSON, PLA
RE: CITY OF LAKE ELMO LANDSCAPE AND TREE PRESERVATION CUP REVIEW:
CARMELITE NUNS
SUBMITTALS
1. Carmelite Nuns of St. Paul CUP Application, dated 07/26/2023, received 10/27/2023
REVIEW HISTORY
1. CUP Landscape Review Memo: 11/08/23
LOCATION: 8251 Mount Carmel Road
CURRENT ZONING: Public Facility (PF)
ADJACENT AND SURROUNDING LAND USE: Lake DeMontreville is west of the site, adjacent
parcels to the north are also zoned Public Facility, and are occupied by the Jesuit Retreat House.
Parcels to the east and south are Rural Single Family (RS).
SPECIAL LANDSCAPE PROVISIONS: Shoreland District, Bluff Impact Zone
TREE PRESERVATION PLAN: 105. 12. 470
» A tree preservation plan was not included in the CUP application, as tree removals are far below the 30%
allowable removal threshold it was not deemed applicable.
LANDSCAPE PLAN: 105.12.480
» The proposed project expands on an existing structure. As it is not new development, a landscape plan is
not required. However, a landscape plan was submitted with the CUP application, and demonstrates an
effort to revegetate disturbed areas.
RECOMMENDATION:
» Given the small size of the building expansion, minimal site disturbance, and well-buffered nature of the
work area, the project meets the intent of the landscaping and tree preservation code . The applicant has
provided sufficient information to demonstrate adequate landscaping will be established to revegetate
disturbed areas, and it is recommended that the CUP application be approved.
November 8, 2023
Carmelite Nuns CUP
Memorandum 2
HOISINGTON KOEGLER GROUP, INC.
Sarah Evenson, PLA (MN)
City of Lake Elmo Municipal Landscape Architect
P: (262) 391-7653
E: Sarah@hkgi.com
CITY OF LAKE ELMO
WASHINGTON COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 2024-013
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR
THE DISCALCED CARMELITE NUNS OF ST PAUL FOR A
MONASTERY LOCATED AT PID# 09.029.21.12.0002
WHEREAS, the City of Lake Elmo is a municipal corporation organized and
existing under the laws of the State of Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, The Discalced Carmelite Nuns of St Paul (the "Applicant") has
submitted an application to the City of Lake Elmo (the "City") for a Conditional Use
Permit for an addition to their religious institution in the public facilities zoning district
located at 8251 Mount Carmel Road (PID# 09.029.21.12.0002 ) (the "Property"); and
WHEREAS, the property is a legal nonconforming use and the expansion requires
the conditional use permit,
WHEREAS, notice has been published, mailed and posted pursuant to the Lake
Elmo Zoning Ordinance, Section 105.12.290.
WHEREAS, the Lake Elmo Planning Commission held a public hearing on said
matter on December 11th 2023; and
WHEREAS, the Lake Elmo Planning Commission has submitted its report and
recommendation to the City Council as part of a Staff Memorandum dated January 16th
2024; and
WHEREAS, the City Council considered said matter at its January 16th 2024
meeting; and
NOW, THEREFORE, based on the testimony elicited and information received,
the City Council makes the following:
FINDINGS
1) That the procedures for obtaining said Conditional Use Permit are found in the
Lake Elmo Zoning Ordinance, Section 105.12.290.
2) That all the submission requirements of said Section 105.12.290 have been met
by the Applicant.
3) That the proposed Conditional Use Permit is to allow the religious institution in the
public facilities zoning district and to allow the monastery expansion.
4) The proposed use will not be detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety,
comfort, convenience or general welfare of the neighborhood or the city. The proposed
use should not be detrimental or in any way endanger the public health, safety,
comfort.
5) The use or development conforms to the City of Lake Elmo Comprehensive Plan. The
proposed use conforms to the Comprehensive Plan.
6) The use or development is compatible with the existing neighborhood. The proposed use
is permitted in Public Facilities zoning district subject to a CUP.
7) The proposed use meets all specific development standards for such use listed in the
Zoning Code. The proposed use must meet the provisions of Article XVI – Public and
Semi-Public Districts.
8) If the proposed use is in a flood plain management or shoreland area, the proposed use
meets all the specific standards for such use listed in Article XIX (Shoreland
Management) and Title 100 (Flood Plain Management). The proposed use meets the
Shoreland Regulations.
9) The proposed use will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained to be
compatible in appearance with the existing or intended character of the general vicinity
and will not change the essential character of that area. The proposed use will be
compatible in appearance with the existing character of the general vicinity and will
not change the essential character of the area.
10) The proposed use will not be hazardous or create a nuisance as defined under this
Chapter to existing or future neighboring structures. The proposed monastery addition is
to be set back far from the public right of way and from adjacent land owners and so
should not create a nuisance to existing or future neighboring structures.
11) The proposed use will be served adequately by essential public facilities and services,
including streets, police and fire protection, drainage structures, refuse disposal, water
and sewer systems and schools or will be served adequately by such facilities and
services provided by the persons or agencies responsible for the establishment of the
proposed use. The proposed monastery addition will be adequately served by public
services or facilities.
12) The proposed use will not create excessive additional requirements at public cost for
public facilities and services and will not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the
community. The proposed use will not create excessive additional requirements at
public cost.
13) The proposed use will not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment and
conditions of operation that will be detrimental to any persons, property or the general
welfare because of excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare or odors.
The proposed use should not be detrimental to persons, property, or the general public
welfare.
14) Vehicular approaches to the property, where present, will not create traffic congestion or
interfere with traffic on surrounding public thoroughfares. With the new direct access
from Demontreville Trl (Res. 2021-092), the proposed use should not create traffic
congestion.
15) The proposed use will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of a natural or scenic
feature of major importance. The proposed use should not affect natural or scenic
features.
DECISION
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, and based upon the
information received and the above Findings, that the City Council of the City of Lake
Elmo hereby approves the request by the Discaled Carmelite Nuns of St Paul for a
Conditional Use Permit to allow the addition to the religious institution located at PID#
09.029.21.12.0002 , subject to the following conditions of approval:
1) The applicant must obtain all other necessary City, State, and other governing body
permits and approvals before the commencement of any construction activity on the site.
2) All recommendations and requirements in the Fire Department memo dated November 7th
2023 must be met prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for the addition.
3) If the applicant has not taken action toward starting the addition, or if substantial
construction of the addition has not taken place within 12 months of the City’s approval
of conditional use permit, the CUP approval shall become void. The applicant may
request City Council approval of a time extension to start or implement the conditional
use permit.
Passed and duly adopted this 16th day of January, 2024 by the City Council of the City of
Lake Elmo, Minnesota.
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Mayor Charles Cadenhead
ATTEST:
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Julie Johnson, City Clerk