Planning Commission Approves 64th Street Subdivision Request
The Edina Planning Commission unanimously approved a subdivision request Tuesday to split a large residential lot at 64th and Warren Avenue into two conforming lots.
Tim Bellon of Bellon Construction requested permission to divide the 27,000-square-foot property into two lots of approximately 13,500 square feet each. The existing home would be demolished and two new homes constructed on the resulting parcels.
Both proposed lots meet city minimum standards without requiring variances, according to city staff. The median lot size for properties within 500 feet is just over 10,000 square feet, making the subdivision compliant with zoning requirements.
Neighbors raised questions during the public hearing about tree preservation and responsibility for maintaining an existing retaining wall along Warren Avenue. Andre Supley, who lives adjacent to the property, requested clarification on whether the deteriorating retaining wall belongs to the city or property owner. City staff said engineering would coordinate with all parties before construction begins.
The subdivision will proceed to the City Council for final approval. Bellon said he hopes to begin grading and home removal as soon as possible following approvals.
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Areas of Interest (3)
- Tensions rise over property line retaining wall ownership and maintenance between a developer and a neighboring resident.
- City of Edina faces questions about municipal liability for aging infrastructure on private property lines.
- The ongoing debate over balancing urban infill/subdivision with the preservation of existing mature tree canopy.
Votes (3)
Approve the meeting agenda
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Approve prior meeting minutes from August 13th
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Close the public hearing
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Notable Quotes (3)
Your curiosity, your participation, and your feedback is vital to this process as we navigate change together here in Edina.
It's just putting lipstick on a pig in my opinion. It's just it's it needs to go. It's it's falling down.
I'd just like some clarification on is that going to be the responsibility of the the developer who obviously has some ideas about it.
People (5)
Chair BennettChairModerating the meeting and facilitating the public hearing process.
1 quote
Moderating the meeting and facilitating the public hearing process.
“Your curiosity, your participation, and your feedback is vital to this process as we navigate change together here in Edina.”
Opening remarks regarding public engagement.
Carrie TeagueDirectorPresenting the staff report on the proposed subdivision.
Presenting the staff report on the proposed subdivision.
Tim BellonOwnerApplicant proposing the subdivision and construction of two homes.
1 quote
Applicant proposing the subdivision and construction of two homes.
“Obviously I think it'd be a good, you know, good thing for the community kind of clean up that space.”
Justifying the redevelopment of the overgrown lot.
Andre SupleyResidentLives at 6421, adjacent to the proposed subdivision.
1 quote
Lives at 6421, adjacent to the proposed subdivision.
“I can attest to it is an extremely steep grade. My driveway, nobody wants to walk up it. Everyone bottoms out driving up it.”
Confirming the challenging topography of the site.
Nancy WilsonResidentLives at 6400 Mildred Avenue; concerned about tree removal.
1 quote
Lives at 6400 Mildred Avenue; concerned about tree removal.
“My question was, has a a survey been been done and can we get the results of that survey?”
Inquiring about site documentation.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- August 27th, 2025 - City of Edina Planning Commission Meeting
Ordinances & Resolutions (2)
Single-family residential zoning requirements applied to the lot.
Regulation requiring replacement of trees removed outside designated building pads.
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Approval of meeting agenda
Approval of August 13th meeting minutes
Community comment period
Public hearing for property subdivision at 64th and Warren Avenue
Review of lot grading and driveway alternatives
Tree preservation and ordinance compliance
Discussion of retaining wall maintenance and ownership
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