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City Council Staff Report 1/26/2026 – Height Requirements Page 4 The Mounds View Vision A Thriving Desirable Community within the County Road 10 Overlay zone would encompass most of the parcels guided as ‘mixed-use’ within the Future Land Use Plan, as well as the ‘redevelopment areas’ identified in the Plan as spots for future development over the next 20 years. The proposed change would support the goal in the Plan to “Enhance the appearance of properties along Mounds View Boulevard and establish a physical focal center for the city.” (2) The geographical area involved; The proposed changes are limited to the County Road 10 Overlay zone, which is the primary commercial corridor of the city. Incentivizing further development in the corridor would support the long-term viability and success of this part of the city. (3) Whether the use will tend to or actually depreciate the area in which it is proposed; New or redevelopment of parcels within the County Road 10 Overlay zone as a result of the proposed amendment would appear to result in an increase in property values, which would not depreciate the land within the overlay zone. (4) The character of the surrounding area; and The County Road 10 Overlay zone is the primary gateway for the city, with varying heights and densities. The proposed amendment would allow for increased development potential, as projects that were previously not permitted could become viable options. It would appear to be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan to incentivize and guide for further development along the corridor. (5) The demonstrated need for the use. The city has received inquiries for development at heights taller than currently allowed, demonstrating a market demand for the proposed amendment. Options The City Council has the following options with this request: (1) Approve of the amendment, with findings. (2) Deny the amendment, with findings. (3) Table for further review/study. Recommendation Staff recommend the City Council review the proposed ordinance amendment. If the Council has proposed changes or revisions, staff recommend tabling the item for further review. Amendments to the Zoning Code are adopted via ordinance, so two readings of the ordinance shall be made by the City Council. The first reading was conducted on 1/12/2026. Respectfully submitted, ______________________ Evan Monson, AICP City Planner