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RESOULTUION 1130-21
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF
BELDEN RIVER VIEW (planning case MA2021-001)
WHEREAS, the applicant, Kelly Wilson, (Belden River Properties, LLC), is requesting
Preliminary Plat approval of a Subdivision, located at 3032 County Road I, legally described as:
PID: 07-30-23-22-0029
Lots 55 and 56, Spring Lake Park Knolls, Ramsey County, Minnesota
WHEREAS, a Subdivision Application and plans were submitted on January 12, 2021,
and determined to be complete as of February 5, 2021. Plans were distributed by Staff to
applicable departments and agencies for their review. Comments were received from:
Jan 13, 2021
Anna Grace, Regulatory Technician, Rice Creek Watershed District
Jan 14, 2021
Nick Henly, Building Official, City of Mounds View
Jan 14, 2021
Charlie Smith, Fire Chief, SBM Fire Department
Jan 20, 2021
James Holman, Engineering Technician, City of Mounds View
Jan 21, 2021
Scott Mareck, Transportation Planner, Ramsey County
Jan 21, 2021
Tyler McLeete, City Engineer, Stantec
Feb 9, 2021
Scott Riggs, City Attorney, Kennedy & Graven
Feb 17, 2021
Jim Kosluchar, City Engineer, City of Fridley
WHEREAS, The property is zoned R-1 Single -Family Residential, and guided Single -
Family Detached in the Comprehensive Plan (2010), and Single -Family Detached in the DRAFT
2040 Comprehensive Plan; and,
WHEREAS, Staff have reviewed the Preliminary Plat dated February 4, 2021, and Site
Development Plans, dated February 4, 2021, finding it to be consistent with requirements of the
Mounds View Municipal Code; and,
WHEREAS, the Mounds View Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the
Applicant's request for Preliminary Plat approval, the Staff Report, and in consideration of
public testimony, recommends the following Findings:
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Findings (italics):
The Preliminary Plat relates to the following of the Comprehensive Plan (2010):
Residential
Goal 1: Preserve the identity and maintain and improve the quality and
appearance of existing neighborhoods.
Policy h. The City will consider the subdivision of existing large lot single-
family residential lots on a case-by-case basis. The City will
use such reviews to ensure that new development is consistent
with city needs and compatible with surrounding development.
FINDINGS: The project is a redevelopment from one large single-family lot, to
four single-family lots, each exceeding the minimum lot size for the
R-1 district.
Goal 3 Encourage a creative approach to the use of land and related
residential development.
Policy b. The City will consider all types of housing, provided each is
located according to the goals and policies of the
Comprehensive Plan and if the plans and design qualities meet
all applicable city codes and standards.
Policy e. Support quality residential development and redevelopment
throughout the City by using education, design standards and
code enforcement.
FINDINGS: The project is consistent with design standards of the City Code
(e.g. lot dimensions).
Housing
Goal 1 Promote a broad and full choice of housing opportunities that
provides life -cycle and affordable housing with a mix of
housing types and values.
Policy b The City promotes development of various housing options for
residents in all stages of life.
Goal 2 Maintain and upgrade the existing housing stock of the City.
Policy b. Use housing projects to promote economic development and tax
base expansion.
Goal 4 Encourage residential infill and redevelopment that supports the
City's housing goals and maintains residential character.
FINDINGS: The project is an infill development, and will create three new
single-family households (Lot I is an existing home), providing
options for move -up housing, and increasing the tax -base.
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lnterizovernmental Coordination
Policy b Support collaborative planning efforts for issues and matters that
affect multiple jurisdictions or agencies.
Policy f Continue to work with other cities to provide services jointly such
as fire protection, forestry and information technology support
to area residents.
FINDINGS. This project cannot be implemented, but for corporation by the
City of Fridley, to provide municipal sewer & water to Lots 2, 3, &
4.
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing is to be held on Monday, March 8, 2021 at 6:30 PM. A
Public Hearing Notice was published in the February 16, 2021 edition of the Shoreview Press,
and mailed to property owners within 350' of the subject property; and,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Mounds View Planning and Zoning
Commission, based upon the above Findings, the Staff Report, and in consideration of public
testimony, hereby recommends Approval of the Preliminary Plat of Belden River View, with the
following conditions:
1. Approval of this Preliminary Plat is subsequent upon approval for water/sewer supply.
The Developer shall obtain sewer/water permits from the City of Fridley (Lots 3, 4, & 5),
and comply with requirements stated in Fridley's Public Works Director's letter, dated
February 17, 2021.
2. Approval of this Preliminary Plat is subsequent upon approval of permits by Rice Creek
Watershed District.
3. The Developer shall apply for Final Plat approval within six months of the City Council's
approval of the Preliminary Plat, or the Preliminary Plat shall be considered void, unless
an extension is requested by the Developer.
4. The Developer shall comply with all requirements of the City Engineer's letter, dated
January 21, 2021.
The Developer shall satisfy all requirements made by the City Attorney as stated in the
Plat Opinion, or as amended by the City Attorney.
6. Upon Final Plat approval, the Developer shall sign a Development Agreement
7. Upon Final Plat approval the Developer shall reimburse the City for review fees by the
City Attorney, City Engineer, and any consultants.
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8. Upon Final Plat approval, the Developer shall pay a Park Dedication Fee of $3,500 per
lot, with credit for one lot ($10,500 total).
9. Prior to recording the Plat with Ramsey County, the Developer shall provide an updated
and certified Abstract of Title and/or Registered Property Abstract as required by Minn.
Stat. § 505.03, or in the alternative, the Developer must provide a Commitment for a Title
Insurance Policy for the Property naming the City as the proposed insured and with the
amount of coverage for this policy being equal to $100,000.00.
10. The Owner acknowledges that Mounds View city code generally requires new and
existing buildings to be connected to the municipal water system if a municipal water
main is constructed adjacent to such property. The Owner acknowledges and agrees that
it shall connect to the City's municipal water system if and when a municipal water main
adjacent to the Property becomes accessible to the Property. The Owner further
acknowledges and agrees that it shall abide by any and all City's requirements related to
connections to the municipal water system.
11. The Developer shall remove the shed and pergola on Lot 1 and Lot 3.
12. The Developer shall burry all overhead utilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Mounds View
Planning Commission directs Staff to forward this Resolution to the City Council prior to
approval of the minutes.
Adopted this Yd day of March, 2021 Z.
Attest:
Chair
Cammunity Development Director