Minnetonka City Council — Transcript
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Expansion permit for an addition at 11801 Bradford Road.
Request by Dean Johnson Homes for a 665 sq ft addition. Project maintains a 9.9-foot side yard setback, consistent with existing nonconforming conditions. Staff recommends approval.
Expansion permit for a second-story living space addition at 12924 Inverness Road.
NPK LLC proposes a second-story addition. Project involves removal of detached garage and breezeway, bringing the property closer to current setback compliance. Staff recommends approval.
Front yard setback variance for a front porch at 3425 Elmwood Place.
Applicant Andy Bartick seeks a variance to build a 207 sq ft unenclosed front porch 17.33 feet from the front property line. Staff finds it meets variance standards.
Amendment to the existing sign plan for Hampton Inn and Suites at 10600 Wayzata Blvd.
Application for two additional wall signs at the porte-cochere. Staff recommends denial, stating the site lacks unique visibility needs. The applicant withdrew the application on Sept. 24.
Tree removal and front yard setback variances for a garage and living space addition at 16820 Edgewood Ave.
Request for variances due to unauthorized removal of 100% of high-priority trees and a 24.97-foot front yard setback. Staff recommends approval of the variances.
Areas of Interest (2)
- Minnetonka Planning Commission to address residential density and unauthorized tree removal cases in late September.
- Hampton Inn & Suites withdraws controversial signage expansion bid following staff recommendation for denial.
Topic analysis (5)
Expansion permit for an addition at 11801 Bradford Road.
Request by Dean Johnson Homes for a 665 sq ft addition. Project maintains a 9.9-foot side yard setback, consistent with existing nonconforming conditions. Staff recommends approval.
Expansion permit for a second-story living space addition at 12924 Inverness Road.
NPK LLC proposes a second-story addition. Project involves removal of detached garage and breezeway, bringing the property closer to current setback compliance. Staff recommends approval.
Front yard setback variance for a front porch at 3425 Elmwood Place.
Applicant Andy Bartick seeks a variance to build a 207 sq ft unenclosed front porch 17.33 feet from the front property line. Staff finds it meets variance standards.
Amendment to the existing sign plan for Hampton Inn and Suites at 10600 Wayzata Blvd.
Application for two additional wall signs at the porte-cochere. Staff recommends denial, stating the site lacks unique visibility needs. The applicant withdrew the application on Sept. 24.
Tree removal and front yard setback variances for a garage and living space addition at 16820 Edgewood Ave.
Request for variances due to unauthorized removal of 100% of high-priority trees and a 24.97-foot front yard setback. Staff recommends approval of the variances.
People (5)
Dana MinionChairPresided over the Sept. 3, 2026 meeting.
Presided over the Sept. 3, 2026 meeting.
Susan ThomasAICP, City PlannerProvides reports and technical analysis for the commission.
Provides reports and technical analysis for the commission.
Julie WischnackFAICP, Community Development DirectorFacilitates development planning and department oversight.
Facilitates development planning and department oversight.
Dean JohnsonApplicantRepresented by Dean Johnson Homes for the Bradford Road project.
Represented by Dean Johnson Homes for the Bradford Road project.
Andy BartickApplicantProposed porch addition at 3425 Elmwood Place.
Proposed porch addition at 3425 Elmwood Place.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (2)
- Sept. 3, 2026: Planning Commission Regular Meeting
- Sept. 24, 2026: Planning Commission Meeting at 6:00 PM, Council Chambers, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd.