Planning Commission Meeting Jan. 29, 2025

Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Areas of Interest (5)

Proposed tear-down of single-family home at 5516 Vernon Avenue to build four townhomes.
Potential spot zoning controversy regarding PRD2 re-zoning in R1 district.
Planning Commission encouraging higher density (6-8 units) instead of initial 4-unit plan.
Developers targeting $800k-$900k price point for new construction townhomes.
Strategic alignment of development with Edina's Climate Action Plan goals for transit-oriented density.

Approval of January 29, 2025 agenda

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Approval of January 15, 2025 minutes

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I wouldn't consider that spot zoning.
— Carrie Teague

ZoningResponding to questions about the impact of the proposed project on zoning norms.

If you increase density in the city you'll decrease the vehicle miles traveled or VMT.
— Jordan Crockett

Development DensityJustifying density increase based on climate goals.

BennonChair

Facilitates meeting proceedings and manages discussion.

Carrie TeagueCity Planner

Presented the site analysis and zoning implications for 5516 Vernon Avenue.

1 quote

“It's area that could be used for residents that doesn't include the required setback area.”

Explaining 'usable lot area' in PRD2 zoning.

Jordan CrockettOperations Project Manager

Represents Abundance Properties; advocate for increased density and transit utilization.

1 quote

“The stars are aligning here where you know we controlled a lot it's right along a busy Corridor.”

Discussing the suitability of the 5516 Vernon Avenue site.

Rashad KennedyOwner

Co-founder of Kennedy Property Development/Abundance Properties.

Darren FletcherCo-founder

Focuses on community empowerment through real estate development.

5516 Vernon Avenue5508 Vernon AvenueEdina City HallHighland SchoolSouth Minneapolis