8.1. PCSR 08-28-2018
Request for Action
To Item Number
Planning Commission 8.1
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
Work Session August 28, 2018
Zack Carlton, Planning Manager
Item Description Reviewed by
Convert Former Saxon Motor’s Site to a Mini-
Chris Leeseberg, Senior Planner
Storage Facility
Reviewed by
Action Requested
Provide informal, non-binding, feedback to the applicant regarding his concept review.
Background/Discussion
The applicant is proposing to remodel the vacant Saxon Motors building and site (75-704-0205) into a
climate controlled mini-storage facility. The proposal includes interior and exterior modifications to the
building. The site would also be changed to accommodate the needs of the proposed apartment building
north of the site and a reduced need for parking which may include replacement of bituminous surfaces
with green space. The facility would include:
131 leasable storage units
24 hour access
Complete climate control for all units
Comprehensive Plan and Zoning
The property currently does not have zoning approval for any use, and the Comprehensive Plan guides
the property as Focused Area Study (FAST), and is zoned FAST- The Point. The FAST Plan specifically
guides the area for high density housing and riverfront amenities, while the zoning includes high density
residential buildings, business and professional offices, outpatient healthcare facilities, and institutional
uses.
Mini-storage facilities are not permitted on this site, but are supported elsewhere in the zoning code. If
the Planning Commission supports the proposed use on this site, a Comprehensive Plan Amendment,
Zone Change, and Conditional Use Permit would be required.
Financial Impact
None
Attachments
Location Map
Applicant’s Narrative
Sketch Plans
FAST Plans
The Elk River Vision
A welcoming community with revolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional
service, and community engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity
Case No: CR 18-03Concept Review
Saxon Mini-Storag e
37171st. Avenue Focused Area STudy
DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK
Figure 5.2: Future Development Framework Plan
Future Development Framework Plan
Northstar Business
Park
Elk River Station
RDF Plant
175th Avenue
173rd Avenue
171st Avenue Twin Lakes Parkway10 / 169 HighwayMississippi River
171st. Avenue Focused Area STudy146
DEVELOPMENT CHARACTER
Figure 6.1: Development Character - Sub Area Diagram
Development Character - Sub Area Diagram
175th Avenue
165th Avenue
173rd Avenue Twin Lakes Parkway10 / 169 Highway