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City of Fridley Planning Commission
Notice of Public Hearing to Consider a Comprehensive Plan Amendment
by Natasha Lawrence
Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City of Fridley will hold a public hearing
on September 18, 2024 at 7:00 pm at Fridley City Hall, 7071 University Avenue N.E.
The public hearing will consider a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, CPA #24-01 by Natasha
Lawrence, to modify the future land use of the property from single family to multi -family,
generally located at 6677 Lucia Lane NE, the legal description is on file and available at Fridley City
Hall.
Any person desiring to be heard shall be given an opportunity at the above stated time and place.
Or, comments may be submitted before the meeting to star .stromber fridle mn. ov or 763-572—
3595. Publication date(s): September 6, 2024
The City Council will consider this item on October 14, 2024.
Fridley Civic Campus
7071 University Ave N.E. Fridley, MN 55432
763-571-3450 1 FAX: 763-571-1287 1 FridleyMN.gov
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
To: Property Owners and Residents within 350 feet of 6677 Lucia Lane NE
Applicant: Natasha Lawrence
Request: A Comprehensive Plan Amendment, CPA #24-01, by Natasha Lawrence, to
modify the future land use of the property from single family to multi-
family, generally located at 6677 Lucia Lane NE, the legal description is on
file an available at Fridley Civic Campus.
Date of Hearings: Planning Commission Meeting. Wednesday. September 18. 2024 at 7:00
p.m.
The Planning Commission meeting is televised live the night of the
meeting on Channel 17.
Location of Planning Commission Hearing: Meeting will be held in person
at Fridley Civic Campus located at 7071 Universi _Avenue NE.
How to Participate: 1. You may attend the public hearing in person and testify.
2. You may submit a letter in advance of the meeting to Stacy Stromberg,
Planning Manager at the address above or by email at
stacy.stromberg@fridleymn.gov
Questions: Call or Email Stacy Stromberg, Planning Manager at 763-572-3595 or
stacy.strom berg @fri d leym n. g ov
Mailing date: September 6, 2024 Publication date: September 6, 2024
*If you require auxiliary aids or services to participate to communicate in the meeting, please contact
Roberta Collins at 763-572-3500 or roberto.collins@fridlevmn.gov no later than September 17, 2024, for the
Planning Commission meeting and October 7, 2024, for City Council meeting. The TDD # is: 763-572-3534.
r Community Development Department
Fridley Public Hearing Notice
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Petitioner: Natasha Lawrence
Address: 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. S
Map ®ate: 9/5/2024
LABELS FOR
Current Resident
Current Resident
Current Resident
6854 CHANNEL RD NE
6630 LUCIA LN NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432
FRIDLEY MN 55432
Current Resident
Current Resident
Current Resident
6709 CHANNEL RD NE
6716 CHANNEL RD NE
6630 CHANNEL RD NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432
FRIDLEY MN 55432
FRIDLEY MN 55432
Current Resident Current Resident Current Resident
6816 CHANNEL RD NE 6831 HIGHWAY 65 NE 6648 CHANNEL RD NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432
Current Resident
Current Resident
Current Resident
6830 CHANNEL RD NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432
6670 CHANNEL RD NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432
FRIDLEY MN 55432
Current Resident
Current Resident
Current Resident
6846 CHANNEL RD NE
6701 CHANNEL RD NE
6640 LUCIA LN NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432
FRIDLEY MN 55432
FRIDLEY MN 55432
Current Resident
Current Resident
Current Resident
6800 CHANNEL RD NE
6675 CHANNEL RD NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432
FRIDLEY MN 55432
FRIDLEY MN 55432
Current Resident
Current Resident
Current Resident
6810 CHANNEL RD NE
6631 LUCIA LN NE
6670 LUCIA LN NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432
FRIDLEY MN 55432
FRIDLEY MN 55432
Current Resident
Current Resident
Current Resident
6710 CHANNEL RD NE
6621 LUCIA LN NE
6645 LUCIA LN NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432
FRIDLEY MN 55432
FRIDLEY MN 55432
Current Resident Current Resident Current Resident
6734 CHANNEL RD NE 6620 CHANNEL RD NE 6676 CHANNEL RD NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432
Current Resident Current Resident Current Resident
FRIDLEY MN 55432 6620 LUCIA LN NE 6700 CHANNEL RD NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432
LABELS FOR
Current Resident
Current Resident
6663 LUCIA LN NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432
Current Resident
6610 PIERCE ST NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432
Current Resident
6677 LUCIA LN NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432
LABELS FOR HAMDAN, DAOUD PARRALES RODRIGUEZ ESMERIDA P
Parcel Owner 6854 CHANNEL RD NE 6630 LUCIA LN NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432
I1-12 PROPERTY ILLINOIS LP ALLEN TRUSTEE, WILBUR C MCGINNIS RYAN G & THORESON J J
1717 MAIN ST STE 2000 6716 CHANNEL RD NE 6630 CHANNEL RD NE
DALLAS TX 75201 FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432
BROUILLARD SCOTT G MASJID AL-ISRAA WELLS, ROBERT L
6816 CHANNEL RD NE 6831 HIGHWAY 65 NE 6648 CHANNEL RD NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432
HAKE CAYLIE BERNAL DELGADO, KELLIE C AANESTAD, BARBARA JEAN
6830 CHANNEL RD NE 6631 LUCIA LN NE 6670 CHANNEL RD NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432
STUBBS JUDY A MUCK, RUSSELL S CHRISTIANSON DANIEL L
6846 CHANNEL RD NE 6701 CHANNEL RD NE 6640 LUCIA LN NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432
SIMMONS, GEORGE M CHIVATERO GAYLE S FRIDLEY CITY OF
6800 CHANNEL RD NE 6675 CHANNEL RD NE 7071 UNIVERSITY AVE NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432
BORNTRAGER, GARRET BERNAL DELGADO, JORGE R LUCIA LANE APARTMENTS LLC
6810 CHANNEL RD NE 6631 LUCIA LN NE 1881 STATION PKWY
FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432 ANDOVER MN 55304
DAHL HANNAH STEELE QUENTIN J & BRENDA L BARAHONA OLGA VIVAR
6710 CHANNEL RD NE 6621 LUCIA LN NE 6645 LUCIA LN NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432
MEWS, JAKE A KEENEY, NATHAN HUBER CHARLES J & LINDA L
6734 CHANNEL RD NE 6620 CHANNEL RD NE 6676 CHANNEL RD NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432
ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA THRONDSON LUANN PETRY LARRY NORMAN
6831 HWY 65 NE 6620 LUCIA LN NE 6700 CHANNEL RD
FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432 FRIDLEY MN 55432
LABELS FOR
Parcel Owner
KNICKERBOCKER, MARCUS J
6663 LUCIA LN NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432
RAI, RAJEEV K
6610 PIERCE ST NE
FRIDLEY MN 55432
LAWRENCE NATASHA
675 LUCIA LN
FRIDLEY MN 55432
LAND USE APPLICATION SUMMARY
Item: CPA #24-01
Meeting Date: September 18, 2024
General Information Special Information
Applicant:
Natasha Lawrence
3760 Silver Lake Rd NE
St. Anthony, MN 55421
Requested Action:
Public Hearing to Consider a Comprehensive
Plan Amendment, CPA #24-01 to change the
future land use from Single Family Residentia
to Multi -Family Residential for the property
located at 6677 Lucia Lane N.E.
Existing Zoning:
R-1, Single Family
Size:
50,540 sq. ft. 1.16 acres
Existing Land Use:
Vacant lot
Surrounding Land use & Zoning:
N: Single Family Home & R-3
E: Singel Family Home & R-1
S: Single Family Home & R-1
W: Apartment Building & R-3
Comprehensive Plan Conformance:
Existing and Future Land Use Plan designate
the property for single family — Request to
change.
Building and Zoning History:
Lot was originally part of 6663 Lucia Lane.
2018 — Lot was replatted to create three single-
family lots.
2023 — Two lots were combined to make one
large single-family lot.
2024 — Drainage and Utility easements vacated.
Legal Description of Property:
Lots 2 and 3, Block 1, Valley Addition.
Public Utilities:
The new structure will need to be connected to
Citv water and sewer services.
Transportation:
The new structure will be accessed off Lucia
Lane.
Physical Characteristics:
Large tree -covered single-family lot, with
wetlands on the north side.
Summary of Request:
The petitioner, Natasha Lawrence, is requesting a
Comprehensive Plan Amendment to change the
future land use of the property at 6677 Lucia
Lane from Single Family Residential to Multi -
Family Residential.
Staff Recommendation:
City staff recommends approval of the
comprehensive plan amendment, with
stipulations.
City Council Action/60 Day Action Date:
City Council — October 14, 2024
60 Day Date — October 14, 2024
Staff Report Prepared by Stacy Stromberg
Written Report -
The Request
The petitioner, Natasha Lawrence is the owner of the property at 6677 Lucia Lane, and is requesting
two land use approvals.
A Comprehensive (Comp) Plan Amendment Request — The 2040 Comp Plan designates the future
land use of the property as single-family residential, and the petitioner is requesting an amendment
to change the land use designation to Multi -Family.
A Rezoning Request — The subject property is currently zoned R-1, Single Family and the petitioner
is requesting to have the property rezoned to R-3, Multi -Family.
Site Description and History
The subject property is on the east side of Lucia Lane, next to the newly constructed cul-de-sac. The
property is zoned R-1, Single Family as are the properties to the east and south. The properties to
the north and west are zoned R-3, Multi -Family. The subject property
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The plans submitted with the
rezoning request show that the
petitioner would like to construct
a duplex on the subject property.
The 2040 Comp Plan's Future Land Use Map designates the site as "Single -Family Residential."
Single -Family Residential Land Use is defined as, "Lots or parcels containing single family detached
housing, including manufactured homes, 1-4 units/acre." The petitioner is requesting to modify
that designation to "Multi -Family Residential," which applies to "Lots or parcels containing multiple
dwelling units, such as duplexes, twin homes, townhomes, quad homes, and apartment complexes,
from 9-40 units/acre..."
This property was likely guided for Single -Family Residential because there is a single-family house
on the lot (6663 Lucia Lane) this lot was originally created from, and the lots to the north, east, and
south also have single-family homes on them. Despite the single-family use of the properties to the
north, the properties are zoned R-3, Multi -Family, as is the apartment building property across Lucia
Lane.
The Comp Plan Amendment to change the land use designation of the property is in conjunction
with the request to rezone the property from R-1, Single Family to R-3, Multi -Family.
The Housing Chapter within the Comp Plan notes that the City is lacking in a wide variety of
housing types. Over the last 5 years, the City has seen the construction of several new multi -story
apartment buildings. The housing type proposed with this application has not recently been built in
Fridley. The application helps support a variety of housing options for resident.
Lastly, amendments to the Comp Plan need to be approved by the City Council and the
Metropolitan (Met) Council. The Met Council considers this a minor amendment and therefore has
waived the requirement to notify neighboring jurisdictions.
Rezoning Analysis
The City's zoning ordinance and official zoning map are the mechanisms that help the City achieve
the vision for the City, which is then established within the Comp Plan. The City has discretion to
"rezone" property from one district to another as long as the zoning meets the intent of the Comp
Plan. Additionally, state law prevents "spot zoning." "Spot zoning" is defined as zoning changes
with establish a use classification
inconsistent with surrounding
uses and create an island of
nonconforming uses within a
larger zoned district.
To approve a rezoning, there
must be similarly zoned land
adjacent to the properly. The
apartment building property to
the west is zoned R-3, Multi -
Family as are the properties to
the north, therefore, this request
to rezone is consistent with the
zoning on neighboring
properties.
The plans submitted with this
rezoning application are to
construct a duplex on the south
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end of the property. However, once the property is rezoned to R-3, Multi -Family, a larger building
could be constructed based on the large lot size. Any new building constructed on the property will
need to comply with all code requirements, related to setbacks, parking, landscape and stormwater
treatment and wetland protections. A wetland delineation was completed in 2021, and the
submitted map shows the location of existing wetlands on the property. Wetlands limit the
buildable area of the lot.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends the Planning Commission hold public hearings for Comp Plan Amendment, CPA
#24-01, and Rezoning, ZOA #24-01.
Staff recommends approval of the Comp Plan Amendment CPA #24-01 to change the future land
use guidance for the site, with stipulations.
Staff recommends approval of the Rezoning to R-3, Multi -Family Zoning District, ZOA #24-01, with
stipulations.
Stipulations
Staff recommends the following stipulations on the Comp Plan Amendment, CPA #24-01:
1. The City Council's approval of the Rezoning from R-1, Single Family to R-3, Multi -Family.
2. The City Council's approval of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment is contingent upon the
Metropolitan Council's approval of said amendment.
Staff recommends the following stipulations on Rezoning, ZOA #24-01.
1. All necessary permits shall be obtained prior to construction.
2. A grading and drainage plan shall be submitted and approved by the City's engineering staff
prior to issuance of any building permits, to minimize impacts to the surrounding properties.
3. The property owner at time of building permit application shall provide proof that any
existing wells or individual sewage treatment systems located on the site are properly
capped or removed.
4. The property owner at time of building permit application shall pay the required park
dedication fee of $1,500 per dwelling unit.
5. The property owner at time of building permit application shall pay all water and sewer
connection fees for the new building.
Attachments
Comp Plan Amendment
■ Proposed 2040 Future Land Use Map
Rezoning
• Petitioner's Narrative and Drawings
• Public Hearing Notices and Map
SFR - Single Family Residential
MFR - Multiple Family Residential
MR - Mixed Residential
OFC - Office
COM - Commercial
MMU - Mixed Use
IND - Industrial
LDMU - Mixed Use (Commercial/Industrial)
INS - Institutional
P-SP - Public/Semi-Public
P - Park & Recreation
RAIL- Railroad
QROW - Right -of -Way
MUTL - Utility
Open Water
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7071 University Ave NE
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Map Date: 9/10/2024
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Planning Commission
- September 18, 2024
Fridley
700 PM
Fridley City Hall, 7071 University Avenue NE
Minutes
Call to Order
Chair Hansen called the Planning Commission Meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
Present
Pete Borman
Aaron Brom
Mark Hansen
Mike Heuchert
Aaron Klemz
Absent
Ross Meisner
Paul Nealy
Others Present
Stacy Stromberg, Planning anager
John and Natasha Lawren , 6677 Lucia Lane
LuAn Throndson, 6620 Lu is Lane
John Vardas, 6546 Lucia ane
�roval of Meeti
1. Approve
Motion by C m
Upon a
Public Hearing
ust 21, 2024, Planning Commission Minutes
issioner Borman to approve the minutes. Seconded by Commissioner Brom.
vote, all voting aye, Chair Hansen declared the motion carried unanimously,
2. Public Hearing to Consider a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, CPA #24-01 to Change the
Future Land Use from Single Family Residential to Multi -Family Residential for the Property
Located at 6677 Lucia Lane N.E.
Motion by Commissioner Borman to open the public hearing to consider the Comprehensive Plan
Amendment. Seconded by Commissioner Brom.
Planning Commission 9/18/2024 Minutes Page 2
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Chair Hansen declared the motion carried unanimously and the public
hearing was opened at 7:06 p.m.
Stacy Stromberg, Planning Manager, asked that the Chair also open the public hearing for the
rezoning as she would be presenting the two requests together.
Motion by Commissioner Borman to open the public hearing to consider the rezoning. Seconded by
Commissioner Brom.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Chair Hansen declared the motion carried unanimously and the public
hearing was opened at 7:07 p.m.
Ms. Stromberg presented a request for a Comprehensive Plan and Rezoning request from Natasha
Lawrence, the applicant. She reviewed the current Comprehensive Plan designation, noting that the
request would change the designation from single-family to multi -family, with a similar change to
the zoning. She provided background information on the property and stated that the applicant
would like to construct a duplex on the property. She provided the analysis of the Comprehensive
Plan amendment and Rezoning requests, stating the staff recommends approval of the requests as
presented and reviewed the suggested stipulations.
Chair Hansen commented that it would appear the garages would be oriented towards the rear of
the structure and asked if that is correct.
Ms. Stromberg believed that it how the structure would be oriented but noted that the applicant
could provide additional details.
LuAnn Throndson, 6620 Lucia Lane, commented that she has lived on this street for 40 years and the
subject property has not been well maintained since the property was purchased, noting that trash
and that the snow is not cleared. She commented that when the property was sold, the residents
were told that the property would remain as a single-family home property. She believed that if the
property were cleared out better it would be more appealing for a single-family home to be
constructed. She stated that there are a lot of Spanish speaking residents on Lucia Lane and stated
that perhaps they did not understand the notice that was mailed.
Natasha Lawrence, applicant, stated that they purchased the property about one year ago with the
intention to construct a single-family home that they would live in. She stated that they cleared it
out, cleaned it up and were told by their builder that they could not build their home on the property.
She stated that their property is vacant land and therefore there is not anywhere to clear snow from,
noting that they would need to construct their own driveway.
John Lawrence, applicant, stated that the property to the south has the driveway with the grill and
desk out at the end of the driveway and clarified that is not their property. He stated that they
Planning Commission 9/18/2024 Minutes Page 3
cleaned up the trees and planned the layout for the home they hoped to construct. He stated that
they could not obtain financing for the project because of the large payment that would be necessary
out of their pocket and because the home would not be valued at its cost because of the surrounding
area.
Mrs. Lawrence replied that they wanted to live on the property in the home they had hoped to build.
She asked that the Commission consider this request for a duplex on the property.
Mr. Lawrence commented that they liked the trees and wooded setting with the wetlands, which is
why they chose the lot.
Commissioner Klemz asked if there is an existing structure that would be removed as part of the
project.
Mrs. Lawrence commented that there was a previous garage that had been removed and the
foundation remains.
Commissioner Brom asked for clarification on why the duplex would be allowed versus the single-
family home.
Mrs. Lawrence commented that they can build the duplex for the same price as the single-family
home, and they could either rent both units or live in one unit and rent the other. She explained that
either option would allow them to recoup some of the costs to build.
Chair Hansen asked it the orientation is correct to have the garages facing away from the street.
Mrs. Lawrence commented that the goal would be for the garages to face the street.
Mr. Lawrence stated that the existing home at 6663 Lucia Lane has a long driveway that cuts in with
the garage facing the neighbor, while their plan would be for everything to face the street. He stated
that he did do some cleanup work on the property, and he could tell that people were cutting paths
to dump their compost and lawn clippings. He stated that you can also tell that the wind blows trash
that collects in the treed area. He stated that they do not live on the land, which makes it hard to
prevent trash or lawn clippings from collecting on the site.
Ms. Throndson stated that the Islamic University is located at the end of the street and perhaps the
applicants noticed how much traffic was coming down the street when they decided not to build a
single-family home. She commented that the property has not been completely cleared and trash
has remained on the site for at least six to eight months. She stated that two single-family homes
would be better suited than a duplex. She noted the number of apartment buildings and duplexes
that already exist in that area and would prefer to have single-family homes.
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Chair Hansen noted there are three emails that have been received from other residents on Lucia
Lane expressing concerns with the rezoning (attached).
John Vardas, 6546 Lucia Lane, stated that he would agree with a duplex but would not want anything
above that as there are already three apartment buildings in that area. He stated that with the cul-
de-sac already limits traffic and would not want to add more than a duplex. He stated that without
a size limitation, he would think that once the rezoning is completed an apartment building would
be constructed instead.
Commissioner Klemz recognized the difference between R-1 and R-3 and asked if stipulations can
be added that would limit the number of units that could be constructed on the property.
Ms. Stromberg stated that with a rezoning it would approve a multi -family use and the Code is
dependent upon lot size as to the number of allowed units. She was unsure if a size requirement
could be stipulated and therefore would need to check with legal counsel.
Commissioner Klemz stated that he understands the limitation of the wetlands on the site, but a
wetland can also be filled if credits are purchased.
Commissioner Borman asked if there is a zoning district between R-1 and R-3 that would limit tojust
a duplex.
Ms. Stromberg stated that there is an R-2 district but because there is not another R-2 property is
this area, an R-3 zoning would be a better fit. She clarified that R-2 would allow a duplex. She noted
that the buildable area of the lot would be limited because of the wetlands as they exist today.
Chair Hanson commented that in order to fill a wetland there would need to be a demonstrated
benefit other than economic reasons alone. He stated that the soil conditions in that part of the
property would make it very impractical to build on that area.
Motion by Commissioner Klemz to close the public hearing to consider the Comprehensive Plan
Amendment. Seconded by Commissioner Heuchert.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Chair Hansen declared the motion carried unanimously and the public
hearing was closed at 7.32 p.m.
Motion by Commissioner Klemz to close the public hearing to consider the Rezoning. Seconded by
Commissioner Heuchert.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Chair Hansen declared the motion carried unanimously and the public
hearing was closed at 7.•33 p.m.
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Commissioner Borman asked what would prohibit the City from rezoning to R-2. It was noted that
would be considered spot zoning as that zoning does not exist in this area.
Chair Hansen noted that they would still need to build something that fits into the surrounding area.
Ms. Stromberg commented that there is an apartment build across the street. She stated that was
built years ago and therefore does not have stormwater treatment or likely sufficient parking and
therefore having a structure of that size would not seem feasible on the subject property. She stated
that the applicant is proposing to build a duplex but once the rezoning is completed, something
larger could be constructed but it would need to meet all the requirements of the City.
Commissioner Brom commented that his concern would be with contiguous use, as he would think
the street is a buffer from the apartment use. He recognized the clear opposition of the existing
residents to having another apartment. He stated that all the properties on this side of the street are
zoned R-1.
Commissioner Heuchert stated that it seems reasonable to allow a duplex on the property, as it is
between single-family and larger multi -family and therefore it would seem a likely transition. He
stated that he would not want to see something larger than a duplex on the property. He asked if
that stipulation could be placed on the recommendation of approval and the opinion of the City
Attorney could be gained prior to the City Council meeting. Ms. Stromberg stated that she would be
comfortable adding that condition and could verify if that would be allowed prior to moving it to the
City Council meeting if the Commission wanted to proceed with that.
Commissioner Borman stated that the applicant purchased the property with the intent to build a
single-family home but then changed to a duplex. He stated that perhaps once the rezoning is
completed, they would change again to a fourplex. He stated that he could only support this is there
is a stipulation that only a duplex could be constructed.
Chair Hansen agreed that a duplex would be a good fit for the lot and did not feel an additional
condition would be needed as the size of the lot would dictate what could be built on the property.
He understood the concern of the residents about what could be built on the property but noted
that the property was listed for sale and any resident could have purchased the lot if they did not
want to see it developed. He stated that he is comfortable moving forward, acknowledging that
there would be many restrictions that would come into play as for what could ultimately be built on
the property.
Commissioner Klemz agreed with the comments of the Chair.
Commissioner Borman asked where the additional stipulation would be placed, limiting construction
to a duplex. Ms. Stromberg replied that would seem most appropriate for the rezoning if that is
desired.
Planning Commission 9/18/2024 Minutes Page 6
Chair Hansen asked the opinion of the additional stipulation.
Commissioner Brom commented that it does not seem enforceable.
Commissioner Klemz stated that the opinion of the City Attorney would ultimately be needed, and it
would be the ultimate decision of the City Council as to whether that stipulation is necessary.
Motion by Commissioner Klemz, to recommend approval of a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, CPA
#24-01 to Change the Future Land Use from Single Family Residential to Multi -Family Residential for
the Property Located at 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. with Stipulations. Seconded by Commissioner Heuchert.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Chair Hansen declared the motion carried unanimously.
3. Public Hearing to C nsider a Rezoning, ZOA #24-01 to Change the Zoning of the Property
Located at 6677 Lucia ane from R-1, Single Family to R-3, Multi -Family
Motion by Commissioner K
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Seconded by Commissioner
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Other Business
to recommend approval of a,Rezoning, ZOA #24-07 to Change the
gat 6677 Lucia Lane from R-1, Single Family to R-3, Multi -Family
Hansen declared the motion carried unanimously.
Ms. Stromberg provided an update on recut activity of the City Council on planning related matters
and also noted anticipated future meetings �or the Commission.
Adjournment
Motion by Commissioner Brom to adjourn the meetin Seconded by Commissioner Borman.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Chair Hansen declared he motion carried unanimously and the meeting
adjourned at 7.•46 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Stacy Stromberg, Staff Liaison
AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date: October 14, 2024 Meeting Type: City Council
Submitted By: Scott Hickok, Community Development Director
Stacy Stromberg, Planning Manager
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Resolution No. 2024-143, Approving a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Change the Future Land
Use Designation from SFR — Single Family Residential to MFR - Multi Family Residential for the Land
Generally Located at 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. and to Authorize Staff to submit a Comprehensive Plan
Amendment for the same to the Metropolitan Council. (Ward 2)
Background
The 2040 Comprehensive (Comp) Plan's Future Land Use Map designates the site as "Single -Family
Residential." Single -Family Residential Land Use is defined as, "Lots or parcels containing single family
detached housing, including manufactured homes, 1-4 units/acre." Natahsa Lawrence (Applicant) is
requesting to modify that designation to "Multi -Family Residential," which applies to "Lots or parcels
containing multiple dwelling units, such as duplexes, twin homes, townhomes, quad homes, and
apartment complexes, from 9-40 units/acre..."
This property was likely guided for Single -Family Residential because there is a single-family house on
the lot (6663 Lucia Lane) this lot was originally created from, and the lots to the north, east, and south
also have single-family homes on them. Despite the single-family use of the properties to the north, the
properties are zoned R-3, Multi -Family, as is the apartment building property across Lucia Lane.
The Comp Plan Amendment to change the land use designation of the property is in conjunction with
the request to rezone the property from R-1, Single Family to R-3, Multi -Family.
The Housing Chapter within the Comp Plan notes that the City of Fridley (City) is lacking in a wide variety
of housing types. Over the last 5 years, the City has seen the construction of several new multi -story
apartment buildings. The housing type proposed with this application has not recently been built in
Fridley. The application helps support a variety of housing options for residents.
The Planning Commission held a public hearing for CPA #24-01 at their September 18, 2024,
meeting. The Commission recommended approval of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment. The
motion carried unanimously.
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
Financial impact
No impact.
Recommendation
Staff recommend the Council approve Resolution No. 2024-143, Approving a Comprehensive Plan
Amendment to Change the Future Land Use Designation from SFR — Single Family Residential to MFR
- Multi Family Residential for the Land Generally Located at 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. and to Authorize Staff
to submit a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the same to the Metropolitan Council. (Ward 2).
Focus on Fridley Strategic Alignment
X Vibrant Neighborhoods & Places Community Identity & Relationship Building
Financial Stability & Commercial Prosperity Public Safety & Environmental Stewardship
X Organizational Excellence
Attachments and Other Resources
• Resolution No. 2024-143
• Future Land Use Map
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
Resolution No. 2024-143
Approving a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Change the Future Land Use Designation
from SFR — Single Family Residential to MFR — Multi -Family Residential for the Land
Located at 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. and to Authorize Staff to submit a Comprehensive Plan
Amendment for the Same to the Metropolitan Council
Whereas, the City of Fridley (City) is a municipal corporation organized and existing under the
laws of the State of Minnesota; and
Whereas, the City has established a Comprehensive Plan that provides a compilation of
background data, policy statements, standards, and maps, which help to guide the future physical,
social, and economic development of the City; and
Whereas, Natasha Lawrence (Applicant) has submitted an application to the City to amend the
Comprehensive Plan, a copy of which is on file in the City's Planning Department; and
Whereas, the request to amend the Comprehensive Plan was submitted by the Applicant along
with a Rezoning application to rezone the property from R-1, Single Family to R-3, Multi -Family;
and
Whereas, the notice of a public hearing on the Comprehensive Plan amendment was published,
mailed and posted pursuant to the Fridley Zoning Ordinance, Section 205.05, and Minnesota
Statutes § 473.858; and
Whereas, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on September 18, 2024, to consider the
Applicant's requests; and
Whereas, the Planning Commission submitted its recommendation of approval of the proposed
Comprehensive Plan Amendment to the Fridley City Council (Council); and
Whereas, the Council reviewed the Planning Commission and public comments regarding the
Applicant's requests at its meeting on October 14, 2024; and
Whereas, the Council has reviewed the Comprehensive Plan amendment and believes that it is
consistent with the spirit and intent of the Comprehensive Plan and beneficial by providing a
housing option not currently abundant in the community.
Now, therefore be it resolved, based upon the testimony elicited and information received, the
City Council of the City of Fridley makes the following findings of fact:
1. That the Applicant has submitted a request to amend the Comprehensive Plan in
accordance with the procedures as established by state statute and the City Code.
2. That the proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Plan is consistent with the overall
goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan.
Now, therefore, be it resolved, the City Council of the City of Fridley hereby approves the
Applicant's request to amend the Comprehensive Plan as follows:
1. Table 1.3 Future Land Use Acreage on page 30 of the Comprehensive Plan will be changed
to reflect planned land use acreages for the Applicant's property.
2. The Future Land Use Map (Figure 1.4) of the Comprehensive Plan will be updated.
Be it further resolved, that the City Council of the City of Fridley hereby authorizes and directs staff
to submit a Comprehensive Plan amendment request consistent herewith to the Metropolitan
Council for review and approval.
Be it finally resolved, that the City Council's approval of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment is
contingent upon the Metropolitan Council's approval of said amendment.
Passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Fridley this 14th day of October,
2024.
Scott J. Lund — Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Moore — City Clerk
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Resolution No. 2024-143
Approving a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Change the Future Land Use Designation
from SFR — Single Family Residential to MFR — Multi -Family Residential for the Land
Located at 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. and to Authorize Staff to submit a Comprehensive Plan
Amendment for the Same to the Metropolitan Council
Whereas, the City of Fridley (City) is a municipal corporation organized and existing under the
laws of the State of Minnesota; and
Whereas, the City has established a Comprehensive Plan that provides a compilation of
background data, policy statements, standards, and maps, which help to guide the future physical,
social, and economic development of the City; and
Whereas, Natasha Lawrence (Applicant) has submitted an application to the City to amend the
Comprehensive Plan, a copy of which is on file in the City's Planning Department; and
Whereas, the request to amend the Comprehensive Plan was submitted by the Applicant along
with a Rezoning application to rezone the property from R-1, Single Family to R-3, Multi -Family;
and
Whereas, the notice of a public hearing on the Comprehensive Plan amendment was published,
mailed and posted pursuant to the Fridley Zoning Ordinance, Section 205.05, and Minnesota
Statutes § 473.858; and
Whereas, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on September 18, 2024, to consider the
Applicant's requests; and
Whereas, the Planning Commission submitted its recommendation of approval of the proposed
Comprehensive Plan Amendment to the Fridley City Council (Council); and
Whereas, the Council reviewed the Planning Commission and public comments regarding the
Applicant's requests at its meeting on October 14, 2024; and
Whereas, the Council has reviewed the Comprehensive Plan amendment and believes that it is
consistent with the spirit and intent of the Comprehensive Plan and beneficial by providing a
housing option not currently abundant in the community.
Now, therefore be it resolved, based upon the testimony elicited and information received, the
City Council of the City of Fridley makes the following findings of fact:
1. That the Applicant has submitted a request to amend the Comprehensive Plan in
accordance with the procedures as established by state statute and the City Code.
2. That the proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Plan is consistent with the overall
goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan.
Now, therefore, be it resolved, the City Council of the City of Fridley hereby approves the
Applicant's request to amend the Comprehensive Plan as follows:
1. Table 1.3 Future Land Use Acreage on page 30 of the Comprehensive Plan will be changed
to reflect planned land use acreages for the Applicant's property.
2. The Future Land Use Map (Figure 1.4) of the Comprehensive Plan will be updated.
Be it further resolved, that the City Council of the City of Fridley hereby authorizes and directs staff
to submit a Comprehensive Plan amendment request consistent herewith to the Metropolitan
Council for review and approval.
Be it finally resolved, that the City Council's approval of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment is
contingent upon the Metropolitan Council's approval of said amendment.
Passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Fridley this 14th day of October,
2024.
Scott J. Lund — Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Moore —City Clerk
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City Council Meeting 10/14/2024 Minutes Page 9
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Lund declared the motion carried unanimously.
Motion made by Councilrnember Ostwald to close the public hearing, Seconded by Councilmember
Evanson -
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Motion made y Councilmember Evanson to adopt Resolution No. 2024-135, Adopting the
Assessment for 2024 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST-2024-01. Seconded by Councilmember
Ostwald.
Upon a Dice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Lund declared the motion carried unanimously.
New Business
26. Resolution No. 2024-143, Approving a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Change the Future
Land Use Designation from SFR - Single Family Residential to MFR - Multi Family Residential for
the Land Generally Located at 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. and to Authorize Staff to Submit a
Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the Same to the Metropolitan Council (Ward 2)
Ms. Stromberg stated that this item was included in the previous presentation for the property at
6677 Lucia Lane N.E.
Motion made by Councilmember Evanson to approve Resolution No. 2024-143 Approving a
Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Change the Future Land Use Designation from SFR - Single
Family Residential to MFR - Multi Family Residential for the Land Generally Located at 6677 Lucia
Lane N.E. and to Authorize Staff to Submit a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the Same to the
Metropolitan Council (Ward 2), conditional upon a declaration or restrictive covenant that reassures
restricting the property to be utilized only for a single-family residence or duplex be filed against the
property in a form acceptable to the City Attorney. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Lund declared the motion carried unanimously.
Public Hea 'ng(s) (Continued)
24. Ordinance o. 1425, Public Hearing and First Reading to Consider a Rezoning, ZOA #24-01, by
Natasha Lawrqnce to Rezone the Property at 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. from R-1, Single Family, to R-3,
Multi -Family (Ward 2) (Continued)
Motion made by CoLincilmember Evanson, to approve the first reading of Ordinance No. 1425,
Rezoning ZOA #24-01 to Rezone Property at 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. from R-1 Single -Family to R-3
Multi -Family (Ward 2) conditional upon a declaration or restrictive covenant that reassures restricting
the property to be utilized only for a single-family residence or duplex be filed against the property
in a form acceptable to the City. Attorney. Seconded by Councilmember Ostwald.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Lund declared the motion carried unanimously.