Planning Commission Meeting April 11, 2024

Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, and Subdivision for 5120-5124 Hankerson Avenue

Request to transition from low density residential to medium density townhomes

Public hearing for PUD (Planned Unit Development) extension

Votes (2)

Approval of tonight's meeting agenda

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified

Approval of prior meeting minutes and March 27 work session minutes

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified

Notable Quotes (2)

A duplex is a single building that is meant for two families... town homes are typically created on individual lots and each unit while appearing attached actually is a standalone house.

Steve Banky
Townhome vs Duplex definitionsExplaining construction differences during commission questioning.

Affordability in Edina: these people are moving from homes that are significantly more expensive than that and I think we need to remember that the real estate process when somebody moves... it frees up other homes for new homeowners.

Steve Banky
Housing affordabilityDefending the price point of the proposed units.

People (6)

Chair BennettChair

Presiding over the Planning Commission meeting.

Carrie TeagueCommunity Development Director

Presented the staff report and justification for the proposed zoning amendment.

Commissioner SmithPlanning Commissioner

Inquired about traffic mitigation and speeding in the alleyway.

Commissioner PadiaPlanning Commissioner

Asked about public feedback collected via Better Together.

Commissioner BorsteinPlanning Commissioner

Questioned the affordability aspect of the development given the high price point.

Places Mentioned

5120-5124 Hankerson AvenueGrand View DistrictCity HallHighway 100Wells Fargo Bank (adjacent to project site)

Events & Meetings (2)

  • April 11, 2024: Planning Commission Meeting
  • March 27, 2024: Previous meeting and special work session
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Planning Commission Meeting April 11, 2024 - Edina Recorder