5.2.PCSR 10-23-2018
The Elk River Vision
A welcoming community with revolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional
service, and community engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity
units per acre to a denser pattern of smaller lots or attached housing at a density of up to 8 dwelling units
per acre.
Urban Residential land uses include single family detached housing, duplexes, townhomes, and multiple
family dwellings. Housing units may be owner or renter occupied within this land use designation. Urban
residential should provide connections between neighborhoods, including trails and streets, while also
supporting screening and buffering from more intense traffic corridors and uses.
The proposed zone change is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
Applicable Regulation
In reviewing a proposed amendment, consideration shall be given to existing conditions within the area directly and indirectly
affected by the proposal, the conservation of property values, the use to which the property affected is being devoted at the time,
and relevant provisions, if any, in the land use plan.
Staff does not believe there will be negative impacts to the road network or future park needs as a result
of the requested zone change. The proposed zone change is consistent with the multiple family residential
nature of the area.
In the review of the standards for a Zone Change as outlined, it appears that the request is consistent
with all of these standards.
Financial Impact
None
Statutory Review Period
Per State Statute §15.99, the required 60-day review period ends on November 6, 2018. A 60-day letter
was provided to the applicant extending the review date until January 5, 2019.
Council Meeting
If acted on, this item will go to the November 19, 2018, City Council meeting.
Attachments
Location Map
Proposed Zoning
60-Day Letter
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