Oak Park Heights Planning Commission 11/13/2025
Thursday, November 13, 2025
Approval of agenda
Approval of October 9th, 2025 meeting minutes
Department/Commission liaison reports
Well Three project update
City staffing and position cuts
Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for cannabis retail dispensary at 14303 60th Street North
Proposed zoning amendment for 14303 60th Street North from RB (Residential Business) to B2 (General Business)
Proposed comprehensive plan amendment for 14303 60th Street North
Votes (2)
Approval of agenda
CarriesUnanimous voice vote
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Approval of October 9th, 2025 meeting minutes with adjustment
CarriesUnanimous voice vote
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Notable Quotes (2)
We would shoot for late spring of 2026.
Project timelineAnswering when the business would open.
I think he'll be an asset to the neighborhood.
Cannabis dispensary applicationSupporting Richard Zimmerman.
People (4)
ScottStaff/Planner
Recommended denial of the request due to comprehensive plan and zoning inconsistencies.
Richard 'Dick' ZimmermanApplicant
Longtime local business owner seeking to convert a vacant site into a retail cannabis store.
Don JunkoProperty Owner
Supports the application, claims the property has been commercial since 1964.
Kevin SandstromCity Attorney
Clarified the weight of comprehensive plan amendments.
Places Mentioned
14303 60th Street North60th Street North CorridorOldfield Avenue NorthHighway 36 CorridorOak Park Heights
Events & Meetings (2)
- Planning Commission Meeting - November 13th, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
- Public hearing for 14303 60th Street North - November 13th, 2025, 6:14 p.m.
Ordinances & Resolutions (2)
Section 1413
Regulates the operation of cannabis and hemp businesses.
Section 401.18
Addresses the zoning requirements for cannabis and hemp businesses.