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Mounds View Planning Commission February 15, 2023 Regular Meeting Page 4 ________________________________________________________________________ Councilmember Gunn supported smaller lots in order to offer more affordable housing in Mounds View. Councilmember Gunn asked if the City allowed accessory dwelling units. Community Development Director Sevald discussed how City Code addressed ADU’s. He questioned how the Council and Commission felt about ADU’s or tiny homes. Chair Rundle stated he supported tiny homes, but he was uncertain where they should be located in Mounds View. Councilmember Gunn feared that if the City did not allow tiny homes, that the City would be limiting who could move into the community. Commissioner Curtis suggested the City consider locating tiny homes on vacant lots in Mounds View. He supported the City being mindful of existing residents and the quiet enjoyment of their property, while also making it easier for developers to bring tiny homes into the community. City Administrator Zikmund stated Belden River Estates may be a good location for tiny homes. Commissioner Farmer agreed that zoning would assist with allowing tiny homes in the community. He understood this was an emerging market and he could support a cluster of tiny homes in Mounds View. Councilmember Lindstrom stated it was his understanding tiny homes would range in price from $200,000 to $250,000, which was not exactly affordable. Councilmember Gunn explained she was not advocating for tiny homes in back yards, but she did support a tiny home neighborhood on vacant lots in the community. Jamie Stolpestad, Yard Homes representative, introduced himself to the Council and Commission noting his company manufactures compact dwellings used as ADU’s. He reported there were 50 cities, counties and townships in Minnesota that allow ADU’s. He explained some of these communities allow for clustered developments or cottage home parks. He stated an overlay district was created for these communities. He commented the biggest pressure for ADU’s was for the senior population. Councilmember Curtis stated he would like to see potential zoning language from staff on how the City should regulate ADU’s. Community Development Director Sevald thanked the Council and Commission for their feedback on this topic.