Neighborhood Meeting - Comp Plan Amendment 4300 Central Ave NE
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 4300 Central Avenue Northeast
Transition from commercial-only to transit-oriented development (TOD)
Proposed mixed-use development (residential and commercial)
Storm water management and drainage infrastructure improvements
Tax increment financing district and bond extensions
Central Avenue MnDOT reconstruction and traffic impacts
Process for public comment, planning commission, and city council approval
Areas of Interest (5)
- Long-vacant former shopping center site faces potential redevelopment into transit-oriented mixed-use property.
- Persistent drainage issues and 'Lake Rainbow' flooding concerns remain a central hurdle for site development.
- City government is attempting to leverage tax increment financing and site development to force regional infrastructure upgrades.
- MnDOT's 2028 Central Avenue reconstruction project creates potential intersection conflicts and opportunities for the site.
- Developer Aladdis maintains ownership of the vacant property as city officials seek to amend land use policies.
Notable Quotes (2)
One barrier to development is the comprehensive plan... the amendment would allow that flexibility for a mix of residential and commercial.
Comprehensive Plan AmendmentExplaining the necessity of the land use change.
The development will allow or enable the city to do some other improvements in the neighborhood... road improvements, sewer, and storm water.
Infrastructure improvementsJustifying the development's value to the wider community.
People (3)
Mitch FornyCommunity Development DirectorLead city representative facilitating the neighborhood meeting and addressing infrastructure concerns.
Lead city representative facilitating the neighborhood meeting and addressing infrastructure concerns.
Ursula BrandtCity PlannerAssisting with the comprehensive plan amendment process and community outreach.
Assisting with the comprehensive plan amendment process and community outreach.
Rita TrapConsultantPresentation lead helping the city through the comprehensive plan amendment process.
Presentation lead helping the city through the comprehensive plan amendment process.
Places Mentioned
4300 Central Avenue NortheastCentral Avenue43rd Avenue44th AvenueQuincy StreetColumbia HeightsTwin Cities
Events & Meetings (2)
- March 3rd: Planning Commission Public Hearing
- Neighborhood meeting: Current event