Minnetonka City Council — Transcript
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Conditional use permit for a detached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at 1617 Linner Road.
Applicant Brent Nelson (PKA Architecture) proposes a 956 sq. ft. detached ADU at 1617 Linner Road, replacing an existing garage. The project meets R-1 zoning requirements, including height and size constraints. Staff recommends approval.
Areas of Interest (1)
- Minnetonka Planning Commission reviews a conditional use permit application for a proposed ADU at 1617 Linner Road that features extensive landscaping including 50 trees and 785 perennials.
Topic analysis (1)
Conditional use permit for a detached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at 1617 Linner Road.
Applicant Brent Nelson (PKA Architecture) proposes a 956 sq. ft. detached ADU at 1617 Linner Road, replacing an existing garage. The project meets R-1 zoning requirements, including height and size constraints. Staff recommends approval.
- Recommend city council adopt resolution approving the CUP.
Agenda PacketStaff Report
People (4)
Brent NelsonN/ARepresenting property owners for the ADU project at 1617 Linner Road.
Representing property owners for the ADU project at 1617 Linner Road.
Drew IngvalsonSenior PlannerAuthored the staff report for the 1617 Linner Road ADU application.
Authored the staff report for the 1617 Linner Road ADU application.
Susan ThomasAICP, City PlannerSupervises planning reports and coordinates city planning operations.
Supervises planning reports and coordinates city planning operations.
Dana MinionChairPresides over Planning Commission meetings.
Presides over Planning Commission meetings.
Places Mentioned
1617 Linner Road12600 Orchard Road4915 Highland Road16801 Excelsior Boulevard13511 Minnetonka Drive2213 Oakland Road14600 Minnetonka Blvd.
Events & Meetings (1)
- Aug. 20, 2026, 6:00 PM, Council Chambers 14600 Minnetonka Blvd.