New Express Car Wash Approved for Lakeville's Cedar Corridor
The Lakeville Planning Commission has unanimously approved a Conditional Use Permit for a new Mr. Car Wash facility, slated for the growing Marketplace at Cedar development.
Lakeville's evolving commercial landscape is set to welcome a new addition following the Lakeville Planning Commission's unanimous 7-0 approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a commercial express car wash. Mr. Car Wash plans to construct a new facility at the southeast corner of 179th and Cedar Avenue, a prime location within the new Marketplace at Cedar development.
The approval, granted during a recent meeting, allows for the establishment of the car wash on Lot 7 Block 1 of the Marketplace at Cedar Plat, which falls within the M2 mixed-use Cedar Corridor District. Proponents of the project highlighted its careful planning and anticipated benefits for the community.
We are hoping to construct a new express car wash and applying for the conditional use permit in the Marketplace at the Cedar development. I think you guys will see that we have spent some considerable time on this presentation, and what we have shown, and we are excited about being in Lakeville.
Addressing Design and Community Integration
A key aspect of the commission's review involved ensuring the proposed facility would seamlessly integrate into the surrounding area, particularly concerning visual impact and traffic flow. Original plans were revised to enhance screening for neighboring properties.
The applicant, as mentioned, they did submit a revised landscaping plan since the packet went out to you guys where they do show the additional screening here on the west side of that basin in between the drive-thru area. So that will help reduce any kind of headlights that would be shown onto Glacier or to the townhomes across the street. So this landscape plan now is in compliance with our code.
This updated landscaping plan, which was confirmed to be in compliance with city code, specifically targets the reduction of light spill onto Glacier Way and nearby townhomes, addressing a common concern with new commercial developments.
Commissioners also focused on the operational aspects, particularly how the car wash would manage vehicle queues to prevent traffic congestion on main thoroughfares. Similar to fast-food establishments, car washes require sufficient internal stacking capacity.
My one question is modern is about stacking and how we have stacking for um fast food and convenience stuff. Is it the same type of purpose so that it doesn't go out into the main road and can you just walk us through that? How much space is there?
The design presented for Mr. Car Wash was developed with ample space to accommodate vehicles awaiting service, a critical feature for any high-traffic commercial enterprise. This commitment to maintaining smooth traffic flow and minimizing disruption for local residents and commuters was a significant factor in the commission's decision.
With all concerns addressed and plans aligning with city regulations, the Planning Commission's unanimous vote paves the way for the construction of the new Mr. Car Wash, adding a new service to Lakeville's growing commercial corridor.
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Votes (2)
Conditional Use Permit for James Cecil (Detached Accessory Building)
Dissent: None
Moved by Commissioner Kuza [0:09:59] · Seconded by Unknown [0:10:39]
James Cecil requested a CUP for an addition to his garage, aiming to expand space for his car hobby, store projects indoors, and install a hoist for ease of work. Staff highlighted the RS2 zoning, the permit's necessity due to exceeding 1500 sq ft, and compliance with setback requirements. The proposed structure would match existing materials and height, and would not be used for commercial purposes. Commissioners found the request standard and reasonable, noting the property's heavy tree cover mitigated visual impact on neighbors.
Conditional Use Permit for Mr. Car Wash (Commercial Car Wash)
Dissent: None
Moved by Commissioner Kuza [0:23:44] · Seconded by Unknown [0:24:28]
Mr. Car Wash sought approval for a new express car wash within the M2 Mixed-Use Cedar Corridor District. Staff's presentation covered the site's layout, which includes three entry points, a single wash lane, and dedicated vacuum areas designed to manage traffic flow effectively. A key highlight was the applicant's submission of a revised landscaping plan to ensure adequate screening from nearby residential areas. The building's design, including two 35-foot towers, was noted as being well within the district's height allowances. Commissioners focused on ensuring sufficient stacking space to prevent road congestion and confirming employee parking provisions, which were satisfactorily addressed.
Notable Quotes (6)
I'm a hobbyist who likes to work on old cars and things like that. And uh I have a few projects around my property and I think that the addition will do two things for me. will be allow me to uh get some of this some of these extra projects that are out in the public view back inside. And uh uh I'm at a stage in my life where I have to consider using a hoist and my current situation doesn't allow a hoist. So this addition would uh allow me to put a hoist in there so I can continue to work on this stuff in my old age.
So the conditional use permit in front of you tonight is to allow the gross square footage to be greater than 1500 square ft. Uh so up to the the uh RS2 district allows accessory buildings up to 1500 square feet combined uh by right. So anything over that they can the property owner could ask for a conditional use permit.
Madam Chair, seeing no one really have any questions or anything, I'll just jump in and um state, you know, this is a fairly standard request for I'll say an oversized garage um that we encounter from time to time as the planning commission.
Um we are hoping to construct a new express car wash and um applying for the conditional use permit in the Cedar PL uh sorry the marketplace at the Cedar development um that is going in through Oppedin. Um I think you guys will see that we have spent some considerable time on this presentation and um what we have shown and we are excited about uh being in Lakeville.
the applicant as um mentioned, I think he mentioned it, but if not, they did submit a revised landscaping plan since the packet went out to you guys where they do show the additional screening here on the west side of that basin in between the drive-thru area. Um so that will help reduce any kind of headlights that would be shown onto Glacier or to the town homes across the street. So this landscape plan now is in compliance with our code.
My one question is modern is about stacking and how we have stacking for um fast food and convenience stuff. Is it the same type of purpose so that it doesn't go out into the main road and can you just walk us through that? How much space is there?
Ordinances & Resolutions (10)
Permit type requested by James Cecil for an oversized detached accessory building.
Document supporting the Conditional Use Permit application for James Cecil.
Staff memo detailing recommendations and stipulations for James Cecil's Conditional Use Permit.
Permit type requested by Mr. Car Wash for a commercial car wash.
Document supporting the Conditional Use Permit application for Mr. Car Wash.
Staff memo detailing recommendations and stipulations for Mr. Car Wash's Conditional Use Permit.
Approved on September 2nd, 2025, and serving as the basis for Scenario 2 of the AUAR for Artemis Land Holdings.
Approved on September 2nd, 2025, related to the Artemis Land Holdings project in the Southwest Area.
Environmental impact study process for the 390-acre Southwest Area development by Artemis Land Holdings.
The initial document for the AUAR process, outlining the issues to be studied and potential data sources.
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