Planning Commission Meeting Aug. 28, 2024
Approval of meeting agenda and prior meeting minutes
Community comment period
Public hearing for 45.8 ft setback variance at 6612 Cornelia Drive
Public hearing for new patio construction near Lake Cornelia
Student Commissioner recognition
City planning and land use policy discussions
Full Document Analysis
Votes (2)
Approval of the August 28, 2024, meeting agenda
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Approval of the July 24, 2024, meeting minutes
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Notable Quotes (3)
Your curiosity, your participation, and your feedback is crucial as we navigate change together here in Edina.
Why are we getting ahead of ourselves proposing $2 million to make it ADA compliant when we don't know if that structure is going to be around in a year?
The 75-foot setback was changed in 1992 from 25 to 75 feet, requiring variances for nearly all improvements for many homes.
People (4)
Chair BennettChairLeading the City of Edina Planning Commission meeting.
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Leading the City of Edina Planning Commission meeting.
“Your curiosity, your participation, and your feedback is crucial as we navigate change together here in Edina.”
Opening remarks regarding public engagement.
Planner ChrisCity PlannerPresenting the staff report for the Lake Cornelia setback variance application.
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Presenting the staff report for the Lake Cornelia setback variance application.
“Staff is not supportive of the request and does recommend denial.”
Recommendation on the 45.8 ft setback variance.
David FranklResidentRaising concerns regarding ADA compliance for local infrastructure projects.
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Raising concerns regarding ADA compliance for local infrastructure projects.
“My concern is ADA needs to be top of the list for all planning, shouldn't be just saying we're ADA compliant.”
Public comment period regarding accessibility.
Commissioner ElareCommissionerParticipating in board deliberations and student recognition.
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Participating in board deliberations and student recognition.
“I just want to pile on a little bit and thank Sarah for her work on the kill group also so that was extraordinary service.”
Honoring a departing student commissioner.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (2)
- Wednesday, August 28, 2024 - City of Edina Planning Commission Meeting
- July 24, 2024 - Prior meeting date for minutes approval