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May 11, 2023 Bloomington Planning Commission Meeting

Bloomington City CouncilFriday, May 12, 2023
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City Code Text Amendment regarding K-12 schools in I2 Limited Industry zoning districts

Analysis of industrial development compatibility

Consistency with Comprehensive Plan policies

Performance standards for school-industrial site integration

Full Document Analysis

Votes (1)

Close the public hearing

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Unspecified · Seconded by Unspecified

Notable Quotes (1)

Unless we're directed otherwise we feel that this policy question has been settled.

— Planner Centenario
Policy consistencyReferring to previous council decisions on industrial uses.

People (5)

JeroenPlanning Manager

Coordinates meeting procedures and public testimony.

Planner CentenarioPlanner

Presented the staff report and analysis of the proposed code amendment.

1 quote

“The City should be protecting or enabling the continuation of industrial uses.”

Justifying the recommendation for denial based on the Comprehensive Plan.

Howard RostonAttorney

Representing the property owner in the amendment request.

1 quote

“The choice here is does the city want to adapt to recognize market conditions?”

Arguing for flexibility in zoning due to economic vacancy concerns.

Pam SnyderReal Estate Broker

Presented the site-specific usage and building layout context.

1 quote

“The entire front of the property is office style and does not have clear height nor loading docks.”

Describing the feasibility of the space for non-industrial use.

Commissioner GoltzmanCommissioner

Voiced concerns regarding children in industrial zones without onsite parents.

1 quote

“The big sticking point for me really is about children being on site for long periods of time without the parents being onsite.”

Explaining safety concerns regarding the school application.

Places Mentioned

Bloomington City Hall2000 West 94th StreetLyndale Avenue Industrial CorridorMall of America area

Events & Meetings (1)

  • May 11th Planning Commission Meeting

Ordinances & Resolutions (1)

City Code Text Amendment

Proposal to allow K-12 schools as a conditional use in I2 Limited Industry zoning districts.

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