Planning Commission - Sep 03 2024
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Approval of meeting minutes from August 20th, 2024
Final plat and PUD for Victoria South
Local regulations and zoning for cannabis retail
Areas of Interest (4)
- Potential infrastructure delays for Victoria South development due to pending well construction and DNR permitting.
- Proposed high-density deviations in Victoria South development: 95% impervious surfaces and 2-to-1 unmaintained slopes.
- City of Victoria preparing for state-mandated cannabis retail ordinances; balancing state requirements with local zoning restrictions.
- Ongoing controversy regarding the '1.9 spaces per unit' parking variance in Victoria South townhome development.
Votes (4)
Adopt the agenda
Moved by Commissioners · Seconded by Commissioners
Approve August 20th, 2024 meeting minutes
Moved by Commissioners · Seconded by Commissioners
Close public hearing for Victoria South
Moved by Commissioners · Seconded by Commissioners
Recommend City Council approve Victoria South application
Moved by Commissioners · Seconded by Commissioners
Notable Quotes (3)
The purpose is to allow innovative, creative and flexible development.
From our perspective actually it's a positive outlook interest rates are going down which helps the projects financial feasibility.
The city is required to allow at least one retail location for adult use cannabis for every 12 and a half thousand residents.
People (4)
Brian McCainCity PlannerPresented the Victoria South development application and answered technical questions regarding zoning and infrastructure.
1 quote
Presented the Victoria South development application and answered technical questions regarding zoning and infrastructure.
“The final plat process is where we look at the final details for development and finalize a development agreement.”
Explaining the current phase of the Victoria South application.
Matt PavicCivil Sitech GroupRepresenting Golden Valley Land Company for the Victoria South development.
1 quote
Representing Golden Valley Land Company for the Victoria South development.
“We concur with staff's report. Our final plans are consistent with the preliminary plat that was approved.”
Confirming alignment with city requirements.
Jen BrewingtonCommunity and Economic Development DirectorLeading the discussion on cannabis ordinance development and state statute compliance.
Leading the discussion on cannabis ordinance development and state statute compliance.
Travis BeerleyAssociate PlannerDiscussing proposed zoning districts and operational restrictions for cannabis retail.
Discussing proposed zoning districts and operational restrictions for cannabis retail.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (3)
- August 20th, 2024 (Minutes adoption)
- May 13th (Preliminary plat approval)
- August 22nd (Public hearing notice in Waconia Patriot)