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10.c1 Nelson Parcel MS - CC Packet 1 | P a g e Date of Meeting: September 16, 2025 To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council From: T.J. Hofer, Consultant City Planner Re: Final Plat Amendment – Nelson Addition Applicant: Steve Martinez Zoning: RR-G & SM-O Owner: Jeffrey D. Nelson Sherri M. Nelson Future Land Use: General Rural Location: 18180 Manning Trl N PID 31.032.20.34.0005 Review Deadline: November 3, 2025 The applicant is requesting approval of a final plat amendment for the previously approved NELSON ADDITION. The City Council approved the preliminary and final plat for the NELSON ADDITION with Resolution 04-15-25-06. The applicant’s proposed site plan for the site has changed and the drainage and utility easements that were previously approved must be revised. At this time the NELSON ADDITION final plat has not been recorded with Washington County. The applicant has provided a preliminary version of the final plat. A condition has been included that the final plat be provided for review and approval by city staff before the plat can be recorded. The NELSON ADDITION plat was approved with a minor subdivision to subdivide a single 15.68-acre parcel for a single-family residence and a future development. The proposed subdivision creates two lots, with access to the southern parcel (Lot 1, Block 1) via a future access point on 180th Street North and access to the northern parcel (Lot 2, Block 1) via the existing access through a driveway easement on Manning Trail North and land to be acquired along Manning Trail North. The staff report to the City Council from the April 15, 2025, meeting is attached and includes the background of the project as well as an analysis based on the standards in the Unified Development Code. 2 | P a g e ANALYSIS Staff Analysis Staff has reviewed the plan for consistency with the applicable standards outlined in the Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code. Staff finds that the proposed final plat is generally consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code. The proposed final plat is generally consistent with the previously approved final plat, aside from where revisions to the proposed drainage and utility easements are required. A condition has been included that requires the plat include the necessary information and standards required by the UDC. Park Dedication Park dedication was reviewed for the subdivision at the April 15, 2025, City Council meeting. Staff recommend that the City require cash-in-lieu of land at the rate of $3,000 per residential unit. While the applicant intends to use proposed Lot 1, Block 1 as a utility substation, the parcel could be developed for residential use. As such, park dedication should be paid at the rate for what the lot could allow, which is residential development. COUNCIL ACTION The City Council can do one of the following: 1. Approve, with or without conditions, of the attached resolution. 2. Deny, with findings, of the attached resolution. 3. Table the request for further review/study. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the request for final plat approval for NELSON ADDITION at 18180 Manning Trail North. Approval includes a resolution: Motion to recommend approval of the attached resolution to approve a final plat to be known as “NELSON ADDITION”, with conditions as described by staff within the staff report. The following conditions of approval are recommended: 1. The final plat shall be in substantial compliance with the Preliminary Plat approved with Resolution 04-15-25-06, subject to conditions in Resolution 04-15-25-06, Resolution 08- 19-25-02, and this resolution. 2. Prior to the release of the final plat for recording with Washington County: a. The application shall be signed by the applicant and owners of the property. 3 | P a g e b. A final plat meeting the requirements established in the Unified Development Code shall be provided for review and approval by city staff. c. Park dedication in the form of cash-in-lieu of land at a value of $6,000.00 shall be paid. 3. Before a building permit may be issued, Lot 1, Block 1, shall have a septic determination and well location determined, as required by the proposed use of the lot. 4. The applicant shall secure any other applicable Federal, State, County, watershed, and local permits required for the project. 5. The applicant must file the final plat at Washington County within 2 years of the date of approval or the approval shall expire. 6. The applicant shall, immediately upon receipt of recorded document(s) from the County Recorder, furnish the City Clerk with a copy of the document(s) showing evidence of the recording. No building permits shall be issued for construction of any structure o n any lot in the minor subdivision until the City has received evidence of the document(s) being recorded and that all conditions of approval have been met. 7. The applicant shall pay all fees and escrows associated with this application. Attachments A. Resolution 09-16-25-04 Approving Final Plat for “NELSON ADDITION” B. Application C. Final Plat D. City Council “Minor Subdivision for Northern Natural Gas - Nelson Addition” Packet, dated April 15, 2025 CITY OF SCANDIA, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 09-16-25-04 APPROVING A FINAL PLAT FOR NELSON ADDITION LOCATED AT PARCEL ID 31.032.20.34.0005 WHEREAS, Steve Martinez (the “applicant”), has requested approval for a Final Plat to be known as “NELSON ADDITION”, to create two lots totaling 15.68 acres, located at Parcel ID 31.032.20.34.0005 and legally described as follows: See Attachment A; and WHEREAS, the City Council reviewed a request for a minor subdivision for the NELSON ADDITION at the regularly scheduled meet on April 15, 2025 meeting and approved a request for a minor subdivision with Resolution 04-15-25-06; and WHEREAS, the applicant had a conditional use permit and site plan approved for Lot 1, Block 1, NELSON ADDITION at the August 19, 2025, meeting with improvements within the drainage and utility easements and was approved with a condition that the easements be adjusted with Resolution 08-19-25-02; and, WHEREAS, the applicant has submitted a final plat that is substantially consistent with the preliminary plat approved with Resolution 04-15-25-06 except where conditions were required to be met in said resolution as well as Resolution 08-19-25-02. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCANDIA, WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA, that the Scandia City Council hereby approves the request for the NELSON ADDITION final plat , subject to the following conditions: 1. The final plat shall be in substantial compliance with the Preliminary Plat approved with Resolution 04-15-25-06, subject to conditions in Resolution 04-15-25-06, Resolution 08-19-25-02, and this resolution. 2. Prior to the release of the final plat for recording with Washington County: a. The application shall be signed by the applicant and owners of the property. b. A final plat meeting the requirements established in the Unified Development Code shall be provided for review and approval by city staff. c. Park dedication in the form of cash-in-lieu of land at a value of $6,000.00 shall be paid. 3. Before a building permit may be issued, Lot 1, Block 1, shall have a septic determination and well location determined, as required by the proposed use of the lot. ATTACHMENT A 4. The applicant shall secure any other applicable Federal, State, County, watershed, and local permits required for the project. 5. The applicant must file the final plat at Washington County within 2 years of the date of approval or the approval shall expire. 6. The applicant shall, immediately upon receipt of recorded document(s) from the County Recorder, furnish the City Clerk with a copy of the document(s) showing evidence of the recording. No building permits shall be issued for construction of any structure o n any lot in the minor subdivision until the City has received evidence of the document(s) being recorded and that all conditions of approval have been met. 7. The applicant shall pay all fees and escrows associated with this application Whereupon, said Resolution is hereby declared adopted on this 16th day of September 2025. ____________________________ Steve Kronmiller, Mayor ATTEST: ____________________________ Kyle Morell, City Administrator Attachment A PID: 31.032.20.34.0005 That part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 400.00 feet and south of the North 300.00 feet thereof, EXCEPTING therefrom the following described tract: The South 481.00 feet of that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 852.00 feet thereof. Together with o perpetual and irrevocable easement for access to Big Marine Lake over Lots One (1) and Nine (9), Block Four (4), Bliss Plat First Division, according to the plat on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles ln and for Washington County, Minnesota. Recorded as Certificate of Title per Book: 185, Page: 315 in the Office of the County Recorder, Washington County, Minnesota. File No._____________ APPLICATION FOR PLANNING AND ZONING REQUEST City of Scandia, Minnesota 14727 209th Street North, Scandia, MN 55073 Phone 651/433-2274 Fax 651/433-5112 Web https://www.cityofscandia.com/ Please read before completing: The City will not begin processing an application that is incomplete. Detailed submission requirements may be found in the Scandia Development Code, available at the City office and website www.cityofscandia.com) and in the checklist forms for the particular type of application. Application fees are due at the time of application and are n ot refundable. 1. Property Location: (street address, if applicable) 2. Washington County Parcel ID: 3. Complete Legal Description: (attach if necessary) 4. Owner(s):Phone: (h) (b) Street Address: E-Mail: City/ State: Zip: 5. Applicant/Contact Person:Phone: (h) (b) Street Address (Mailing): E-Mail: City/ State: Zip: 6.Requested Action(s): (check all that apply) ____ Variance ____ Variance Extension ____ Conditional Use Permit (CUP) ____ CUP Extension ____ CUP/ Open Space Subdivision. ____ CUP/ Planned Unit Development ____ Interim Use Permit (IUP) ____ Annual Operators Permit ____ Administrative Permit (type)____________________ ____ Site Plan Review (type)____________________ ____ Site Plan Modification ____ Site Plan Extension ____ Sign (Permanent) ____ Amendment (Development Code ) ____ Amendment (Comp. Plan ) ____ Subdivision, Minor ____ Subdivision, Preliminary Plat/Major ____ Subdivision, Final Plat ____ Environmental Review ____ Wetland Review See attached Exhibit "A" See attached Exhibit "A" See attached Exhibit "A" See attached Exhibit "A" Steven Martinez (612) 201-6174 (M) (651) 456-1777 (O) Steven.Martinez@nngco.com 1120 Center Pointe Drive Suite 400 Mendota Heights Minnesota 55120 X ATTACHMENT B 7. Brief Description of Request: (attach separate sheet if necessary; include Variance Rationale if necessary) _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ 8. Project Name: I hereby apply for consideration of the above described request and declare that the information and materials submitted with this application are complete and accurate. I understand that no application shall be considered complete unless accompanied by fees as required by city ordinance. Applications for projects requiring more than one type of review shall include the cumulative total of all application fees specified for each type of review. I understand that applicants are required to reimburse the city for all out-of-pocket costs incurred for processing, reviewing and hearing the application. These costs shall include, but are not limited to: parcel searches; publication and mailing of notices; review by the city’s engineering, planning and other consultants; legal costs, and recording fees. An escrow deposit to cover these costs will be collected by the city at the time of application. The minimum escrow deposit shall be cumulative total of all minimum escrow deposits for each type of review required for the project, unless reduced as provided for by ordinance. The city may increase the amount of the required escrow deposit at any time if the city’s costs are reasonably expected to exceed the minimum amount. Any balance remaining after review is complete will be refunded to the applicant. No interest is paid on escrow deposits. PLEASE NOTE: If the fee owner is not the applicant, the applicant must provide written authorization by the fee owner in order for this application to be considered complete. Property Fee Owner Signature(s) Date: Applicant Signature(s) Date: For City Use Only Application Fees: _______________________ Escrow Deposit: _______________________ See Attached Exhibit "B" Northern Natural Gas Odorization Station Nelson PID - 31.032.20.34.0005 August , 2025 Sherri M. Nelson (Aug 17, 2025 12:43:56 CDT)Shee rhiM.N l Aso n(u g1g7 gg,n0,n1 5:4 3 Exhibit “A” Name - JEFFREY D & SHERRI M NELSON Location - 18180 MANNING TRL N SCANDIA, MN 55047 PID - 31.032.20.34.0005 Existing Legal Description: That part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 400.00 feet and south of the North 300.00 feet thereof, EXCEPTING therefrom the following described tract: The South 481.00 feet of that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 852.00 feet thereof. Together with o perpetual and irrevocable easement for access to Big Marine Lake over Lots One (1) and Nine (9), Block Four (4), Bliss Plat First Division, according to the plat on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles ln and for Washington County, Minnesota. Recorded as Certificate of Title per Book: 185, Page: 315 in the Office of the County Recorder, Washington County, Minnesota. Proposed Legal Descriptions: PARCEL 1 (Northern Natural Gas Company) The South 314.50 feet of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 400.00 feet thereof. EXCEPTING therefrom the following described tract: The South 481.00 feet of that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 852.00 feet thereof. PARCEL 2 (Jeffery D. & Sherri M. Nelson) That part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 400.00 feet and south of the North 300.00 feet thereof, EXCEPTING therefrom the following described tracts: The South 481.00 feet of that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 852.00 feet thereof. The South 314.50 feet of that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota. Together with a perpetual and irrevocable easement for access to Big Marine Lake over Lots One (1) and Nine (9), Block Four (4), Bliss Plat First Division, according to the plat on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles ln and for Washington County, Minnesota. Exhibit “B” Modification of final to accommodate Drainge and Utility Easement Northern Natural Gas (Northern) currently holds an option to purchase approximately 3.26841 acres from Jeffery D. and Sherri M. Nelson (PID: 31.032.20.34.0005) for the development of a new odorizer facility. This acquisition will reduce the parcel’s lot frontage along 180th Street, as required by Section 153.200.030 Subdivision 3(A)(I) and Table 153.200.030-6(c). The Nelsons currently access their property via a 60-foot-wide driveway easement off Manning Trail. This easement, dated June 25, 2002, and recorded January 31, 2003 (Document Numbers 3304416 and 1123316, Book 162, Page 132), corresponds to the address 18180 Manning Trail North, Scandia, MN 55047. To maintain access to their parcel following the reduction of frontage, Northern also has an option to purchase approximately 0.28983 acres from Heather M. Baker (PID: 31.032.20.43.0002) on behalf of the Nelsons. Northern intended to combine the lot split from Baker (PID: 31.032.20.43.0002) with the existing Nelson parcel (PID: 31.032.20.34.0005) to ensure continued access and compliance with frontage requirements. However, it was discovered that the Baker and Nelson parcels lie within separate watersheds, which prevents their formal combination and the subdivision of the lot from Baker to Nelson will create a need to a variance as it is under the 2 acre minimum for the RR-G district. As a result, (1) Northern is requesting a variance from Section 153.200.030 Subdivision 3(A)(I) and Table 153.200.030-6(c) on behalf of the Nelsons and/or future property owners to address this issue. The requested variance would allow for a revised lot frontage requirements to Nelson parcel (PID: 31.032.20.34.0005) to ensure continued access. (2) Northern is requesting a variance from 2 acre minimum for the RR-G district for the 0.28983 parcel. Northern acknowledges that a subdivision will be required for both parcels as part of this process and is prepared to comply with all applicable subdivision requirements as a condition of the variance. Following the subdivision, the Nelsons will own two distinct parcels that cannot be formally combined due to watershed restrictions. A deed restriction will also be placed on the Baker-to-Nelson transfer, mandating that the two parcels must be sold together in future transactions and treated as a single unit. Northern’s reason for site selection, per Federal Code 49 CFR §192.625 (see first attached), requires a natural gas transmission pipeline operator to odorize a pipeline once it reaches a Class 3 level of at least 50% of its length. Northern has been closely monitoring encroachment on the Elk River branch lines (20-inch MNB87701 and 20-inch MNB87702) for several years. The most recent data (November 2024) indicates that the Class 3 percentage for these pipelines is 44.9% for MNB87701 and 47.8% for MNB87702. Once the 50% threshold is passed, Northern must odorize the pipelines to remain in compliance with 49 CFR §192.625. Upon discovering that the 50% Class 3 threshold has been exceeded, Northern has 24 months to complete the odorization process. Additionally, a recent project installed a third Elk River branch line, starting inside the Hugo Compressor Station and extending just over a mile downstream. This new 30-inch line, MNB87703, is part of the expansion. As a prudent pipeline operator, Northern selected the current odorizer location to odorize all three Elk River lines at the maximum feasible distance, with a single odorizer. The new 30-inch MNB87703 line does not start near the existing Elk River branch lines within the confined Hugo Compressor Station, which would have made it difficult to locate a single odorizer inside the station capable of injecting odorant into all three lines. Any solution within the Hugo CS would have likely required two separate odorizers. The proposed location across the street from Hugo Compressor Station is ideal because the three Elk River branch lines are close to one another, and there is ample space for above-grade meter runs and pull-through parking for odorant delivery. The new 10,000-gallon odorant tank will likely be serviced by an 18-wheeler tanker, and maneuvering such a large vehicle inside the existing Hugo CS fence would be challenging. With the odorizer placed at the proposed location across the street, Northern can more easily accommodate future expansions of the 30-inch MNB87703 line. The proximity of the odorizer to the beginning of the line ensures that future pipeline expansions or increased flows on the new line will be efficiently handled by the new odorizer. ATTACHMENT C APPLICATION FOR PLANNING AND ZONING REQUEST 2024-NELSON-rev3 Final Audit Report 2025-08-18 Created:2025-08-15 By:Steven Martinez (Steven.Martinez@nngco.com) Status:Signed Transaction ID:CBJCHBCAABAAnAE2J58Xgo7wf45_ioc5sX-kBUjxCO_b "APPLICATION FOR PLANNING AND ZONING REQUEST 202 4-NELSON-rev3" History Document created by Steven Martinez (Steven.Martinez@nngco.com) 2025-08-15 - 4:33:46 PM GMT Document emailed to Jeff Nelson (jeffnelsonaw@gmail.com) for signature 2025-08-15 - 4:33:55 PM GMT Document emailed to sherrimnelson@gmail.com for signature 2025-08-15 - 4:33:55 PM GMT Email viewed by Jeff Nelson (jeffnelsonaw@gmail.com) 2025-08-15 - 4:34:02 PM GMT Email viewed by sherrimnelson@gmail.com 2025-08-15 - 4:36:42 PM GMT Signer sherrimnelson@gmail.com entered name at signing as Sherri M. Nelson 2025-08-17 - 5:43:54 PM GMT Document e-signed by Sherri M. Nelson (sherrimnelson@gmail.com) Signature Date: 2025-08-17 - 5:43:56 PM GMT - Time Source: server Document e-signed by Jeff Nelson (jeffnelsonaw@gmail.com) Signature Date: 2025-08-18 - 3:19:10 AM GMT - Time Source: server Agreement completed. 2025-08-18 - 3:19:10 AM GMT 1 | P a g e Date of Meeting: April 15, 2025 To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council From: T.J. Hofer, Consultant City Planner Madison Richard, Consultant Planner Re: Minor Subdivision for Northern Natural Gas – Nelson Addition Applicant: Steve Martinez Zoning: RR-G & SM-O Owner: Jeffrey D. Nelson Sherri M. Nelson Future Land Use: General Rural Location: 18180 Manning Trl N PID 31.032.20.34.0005 Review Deadline: May 12, 2025 The applicant is requesting approval for a minor subdivision to subdivide a single 15.68-acre parcel for a single-family residence and a future development. The proposed subdivision would create two lots, with access to the southern parcel (Lot 1, Block 1) via a future access point on 180th Street North and access to the northern parcel (Lot 2, Block 1) via the existing access through a driveway easement on Manning Trail North. The Unified Development Code (UDC) permits subdivision that results in three or fewer parcels through the minor subdivision process. The minor subdivision procedure requires approval of a Preliminary and Final Plat, however, both documents are reviewed concurrently. The staff report to the Planning Commission from the April 1, 2025, meeting is attached and includes the background of the project as well as an analysis based on the standards in the Unified Development Code. ANALYSIS Review Comments The submittal was sent to city staff and other regulatory agencies for review and comment, and comments have been incorporated into the resolution. These comments are detailed in the Planning Commission report that is attached. ATTACHMENT D 2 | P a g e Planning Commission The Planning Commission reviewed the application at their April 1, 2025, meeting. The Planning Commission held a public hearing where no comments were received. The Planning Commission then closed the public hearing. The Planning Commission stated that the plat was conforming with the UDC and variance. The Planning Commission moved to recommend approval of the minor subdivision. The motion was approved with a vote of 5-0. Staff Analysis Staff has reviewed the plan for consistency with the applicant standards outlined in the Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code. Staff finds that the proposed minor subdivision is generally consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code. Staff noted in the staff report the outstanding issues that must be addressed and have included conditions in the attached draft resolutions to address these issues. Park Dedication Approval of a plat, subdivision, or development of any land triggers the park dedication requirements of the UDC (153.500.090 Subd. 5). This requirement calls for either 5% of the land in the subdivision to be dedicated to the city for parks, or a cash payment in lieu of land be paid to the city. The amount of cash to be paid in lieu of land dedication shall be based on the fair market value of the land to be subdivided at the time of final plat approval, multiplied by the percentage of land required to be dedicated. If cash in lieu is pursued, the following options are listed in the UDC: 1. The City and the developer may agree as to the fair market value; or 2. The fair market value may be based upon a current appraisal submitted to the City by the subdivider at the subdivider’s expense. The appraisal shall be made by appraisers who are approved members of the SREA or MAI, or equivalent real estate appraisal societies. 3. If the City disputes such appraisal the City may, at the subdivider’s expense, obtain an appraisal of the property by a qualified real estate appraiser, which appraisal shall be conclusive evidence of the fair market value of the land. 4. The developer may pay a cash fee of $3,000 for each residential unit created as the presumptive fair market value of the land for which cash is paid. 5. Cash and Land Combination. The City, upon consideration of a particular development, may require that a lesser parcel of land should be dedicated due to particular features of the development. In such cases, a cash contribution shall be required in addition to or in lieu of the land dedication in order to ensure that the development contributes to the park system in rough proportion to its impact. Staff recommend that the City require cash-in-lieu of land at the rate of $3,000 per residential unit. While the applicant intends to use proposed Lot 1, Block 1 as a utility substation, the City 3 | P a g e has not received a site plan to review and confirm the proposed use. As such, park dedication should be paid at the rate for what the lot could allow, which is residential development. COUNCIL ACTION The City Council can do one of the following: 1. Recommend approval, with or without conditions, of the attached ordinance and resolutions. 2. Recommend denial, with findings, of the attached ordinance and resolutions. 3. Table the request for further review/study. RECOMMENDATION The Planning Commission recommends approval of the request for a minor subdivision at 18180 Manning Trail North, Approval includes a resolution: Motion to recommend approval of the attached resolution to approve a minor subdivision to be known as “NELSON ADDITION”, with conditions as described by staff within the staff report. The following conditions of approval are recommended: 1. The minor subdivision shall be in substantial compliance with the Preliminary Plat and Final Plat reviewed with this application, subject to conditions. 2. Prior to the release of the final plat for recording with Washington County, park dedication in the form of cash-in-lieu of land at a value of $6,000.00 shall be paid. 3. Before a building permit may be issued, Lot 1, Block 1, shall have a septic determination and well location determined, as required by the proposed use of the lot. 4. The applicant shall secure any other applicable Federal, State, County, watershed, and local permits required for the project. 5. The applicant must file the final plat at Washington County within 2 years of the date of approval or the approval shall expire. 6. The applicant shall, immediately upon receipt of recorded document(s) from the County Recorder, furnish the City Clerk with a copy of the document(s) showing evidence of the recording. No building permits shall be issued for construction of any structure on any lot in the minor subdivision until the City has received evidence of the document(s) being recorded and that all conditions of approval have been met. 7. The applicant shall pay all fees and escrows associated with this application. 4 | P a g e Attachments A. Resolution 04-15-25-06 Approving Minor Subdivision for “NELSON ADDITION” B. Planning Commission “Minor Subdivision for Northern Natural Gas - Nelson Addition” Packet, dated April 1, 2025 CITY OF SCANDIA, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 04-15-25-06 APPROVING A MINOR SUBDIVISION FOR NELSON ADDITION LOCATED AT PARCEL ID 31.032.20.34.0005 WHEREAS, Steve Martinez (the “applicant”), has requested approval for a Minor Subdivision to be known as “NELSON ADDITION”, to create two lots totaling 15.68 acres, located at Parcel ID 31.032.20.34.0005 and legally described as follows: See Attachment A; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed the request at a duly noticed Public Hearing on April 1, 2025, and recommended that the City Council approve the request with conditions; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCANDIA, WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA, that the Scandia City Council hereby approves the request for minor subdivision, subject to the following conditions: 1. The minor subdivision shall be in substantial compliance with the Preliminary Plat and Final Plat reviewed with this application, subject to conditions. 2. Prior to the release of the final plat for recording with Washington County, park dedication in the form of cash-in-lieu of land at a value of $6,000.00 shall be paid. 3. Before a building permit may be issued, Lot 1, Block 1, shall have a septic determination and well location determined, as required by the proposed use of the lot. 4. The applicant shall secure any other applicable Federal, State, County, watershed, and local permits required for the project. 5. The applicant must file the final plat at Washington County within 2 years of the date of approval or the approval shall expire. 6. The applicant shall, immediately upon receipt of recorded document(s) from the County Recorder, furnish the City Clerk with a copy of the document(s) showing evidence of the recording. No building permits shall be issued for construction of any structure o n any lot in the minor subdivision until the City has received evidence of the document(s) being recorded and that all conditions of approval have been met. 7. The applicant shall pay all fees and escrows associated with this application Whereupon, said Resolution is hereby declared adopted on this 15th day of April 2025. ____________________________ Steve Kronmiller, Mayor ATTEST: ____________________________ Kyle Morell, City Administrator Attachment A PID: 31.032.20.34.0005 That part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 400.00 feet and south of the North 300.00 feet thereof, EXCEPTING therefrom the following described tract: The South 481.00 feet of that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 852.00 feet thereof. Together with o perpetual and irrevocable easement for access to Big Marine Lake over Lots One (1) and Nine (9), Block Four (4), Bliss Plat First Division, according to the plat on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles ln and for Washington County, Minnesota. Recorded as Certificate of Title per Book: 185, Page: 315 in the Office of the County Recorder, Washington County, Minnesota. 1 | P a g e Date of Meeting: April 1, 2025 To: Chair Loeffler and Members of the Planning Commission From: T.J. Hofer, Consultant City Planner Madison Richard, Consultant Planner Re: Minor Subdivision for Northern Natural Gas – Nelson Addition Applicant: Steve Martinez Zoning: RR-G & SM-O Owner: Jeffrey D. Nelson Sherri M. Nelson Future Land Use: General Rural Location: 18180 Manning Trl N PID 31.032.20.34.0005 Review Deadline: May 12, 2025 The applicant is requesting approval for a minor subdivision to subdivide a single 15.68-acre parcel for a single-family residence and a future development. The proposed subdivision would create two lots, with access to the southern parcel (Lot 1, Block 1) via a future access point on 180th Street North and access to the northern parcel (Lot 2, Block 1) via the existing access through a driveway easement on Manning Trail North. The Unified Development Code (UDC) permits subdivision that results in three or fewer parcels through the minor subdivision process. The minor subdivision procedure requires approval of a Preliminary and Final Plat, however, both documents are reviewed concurrently. BACKGROUND The existing site consists of a 15.68-acre parcel zoned Rural Residential General (RR-G) and located within the Shoreland Management Overlay District (SM-O) for Big Marine Lake. RR-G SM-O Existing Lot Minimum Lot Size (ac.) 2.0 2.5 15.68 Buildable Area (ac.) 1.0 N/A >1.00 Minimum Lot Width (ft.) N/A 160 452.69 Lot Frontage (ft.) (180th) 300 N/A 452.69 Front (Manning) 150 >40 >40 Side 20 >20 >20 2 | P a g e RR-G SM-O Existing Lot Principal Structure Setbacks (ft.) Rear 50 >50 >50 The site is currently used for residential purposes and contains a principal structure and an accessory structure. Based on the survey submitted by the applicant, the lot and existing structure appears to be conforming. Parcels surrounding the existing parcel are zoned Rural Residential General (RR-G), guided General Rural, and are either vacant or used for single-family dwellings. Parcels to the south of the existing parcel are located in May Township. At the February 18, 2025, City Council meeting, a variance was approved as Resolution No. 02- 18-25-01, to allow for a subdivision that would result in a nonconforming lot with 173.11 feet of lot frontage where 300 feet is required. EVALUATION OF REQUEST Minor Subdivision: Preliminary and Final Plat Lot Standards The dimensions of the proposed lot compared to the RR-G and SM-O dimensional standards are as follows: RR-G SM-O Lot 1, Block 1 Lot 2, Block 1 Minimum Lot Size (ac.) 2 2.5 2.93 7.32 Buildable Area (ac.) 1 N/A >1.00 Unknown Minimum Lot Width (ft.) N/A 160 452.69 352.31 Lot Frontage (ft.) (2.0 – 3.0 acres) 160 N/A 452.69 N/A Lot Frontage (ft.) (4.0 Acres or Greater) 300 N/A N/A 173.11 Setbacks (ft.) (min.) Front 40 N/A N/A ~683 (Manning) Side 10 N/A N/A ~223 Rear 50 100 N/A ~237 The proposed subdivision is consistent with Resolution No. 02-18-25-01, which allows for a subdivision that would result in a nonconforming lot with 173.11 feet of lot frontage where 300 feet is required at 18180 Manning Trail North. Utilities Lot 1, Block 1 will likely be serviced by a septic system and well, when the property develops. Staff have included a condition in the approval that requires septic determination and well location be performed before Lot 1, Block 1 can be developed, as needed. 3 | P a g e The existing residential structure on Lot 2, Block 1 will continue to be served by a septic system and well. Streets, Access, and Parking Per Washington County’s requirements, the applicant has dedicated a 75-foot right-of-way from the centerline of Manning Trail North, running along the northeast corner of Lot 2, Block 1. 33 ft. of right-of-way, measured from the centerline, is also required along 180th Street North based on city standards. Lot 2, Block 1 currently has access off Manning Trail North, through a driveway access easement with the eastern property. Once subdivided, these parcels will be deeded together for any future sale, so the access remains. Lot 1, Block 1 shall have access on 180th Street North when the property is developed. There is no proposal for access at this time, but additional access is expected when the application for the use is received. Landscaping Table 153.400.060-1 of the UDC establishes landscaping requirements for single-family residential uses and requires five trees per dwelling unit. Existing vegetation on the site meets this requirement. Landscaping requirements will be reviewed for Lot 1, Block 1 when the applicant make future applications for the proposed use. Easements Drainage and utility easements are proposed on all lot lines, over lot lines, and along drainageways as required by the UDC. Easements shall be reviewed by the City Engineer. Signs No signage has been proposed. Any signs proposed in the future will be subject to 153.400.100 of the UDC. Architectural Design Standards The proposed subdivision will fall within the Character Area: Rural Residential Districts (RR-G and RR-N). While no architectural or building plans were proposed as part of the application, structures constructed in the subdivision will be subject to the standards established within the Design Guidelines. Parks and Trails The Scandia Comprehensive Trails Master Plan Report (Trails Master Plan) and Comprehensive Plan shows the Big Marine Trail. This trail will be located within the right-of-way of Manning Trail North and extends along Manning. 4 | P a g e Park Dedication Approval of a plat, subdivision, or development of any land triggers the park dedication requirements of the UDC (153.500.090 Subd. 5). Park dedication will be reviewed by the City Council. ANALYSIS Review Comments The submittal was sent to city staff and other regulatory agencies for review and comment. Washington County At the time of writing this staff report, Washington County has not provided comments. Public Works Department At the time of writing this staff report, the Public Works Director has not provided comments. Engineering Department At the time of writing this staff report, Engineering has not provided comments. Rice Creek Watershed District The Rice Creek Watershed District (RCWD) stated they have received permits for the subdivision process, which will likely be an administrative process, and will also require a Rule C – Stormwater Management application. Washington Conservation District At the time of writing this staff report, the Washington Conservation District had not provided comments. Department of Natural Resources At the time of writing this staff report, the DNR Area Hydrologist had not provided comments. Fire Department The Fire Chief had no comment. Staff Analysis Staff has reviewed the plan for consistency with the applicant standards outlined in the Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code. Staff finds that the proposed minor subdivision is generally consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code. Staff noted in the staff report the outstanding issues that must be addressed and have 5 | P a g e included conditions in the attached draft resolutions to address these issues. The Planning Commission may recommend modifications to these conditions. COMMISSION ACTION The Planning Commission can do one of the following: 1. Recommend approval, with or without conditions, of the attached resolution. 2. Recommend denial, with findings, of the attached resolution. 3. Table the request for further review/study. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends the Planning Commission: Motion to recommend approval of the attached resolution to approve a minor subdivision, with conditions as described by staff within the staff report Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend approval of the request for a minor subdivision for “NELSON ADDITION”. The following conditions of approval are recommended: 1. The minor subdivision shall be in substantial compliance with the Preliminary Plat and Final Plat reviewed with this application, subject to conditions. 2. Prior to the release of the final plat for recording with Washington County, park dedication in the form of cash-in-lieu of land at a value of ______ shall be paid. 3. Before a building permit may be issued, Lot 1, Block 1, shall have a septic determination and well location determined, as required by the proposed use of the lot. 4. The applicant shall secure any other applicable Federal, State, County, watershed, and local permits required for the project. 5. The applicant must file the final plat at Washington County within 2 years of the date of approval or the approval shall expire. 6. The applicant shall, immediately upon receipt of recorded document(s) from the County Recorder, furnish the City Clerk with a copy of the document(s) showing evidence of the recording. No building permits shall be issued for construction of any structure o n any lot in the minor subdivision until the City has received evidence of the document(s) being recorded and that all conditions of approval have been met. 7. The applicant shall pay all fees and escrows associated with this application. 6 | P a g e Attachments A. Resolution 04-15-25-XX Approving Minor Subdivision for “NELSON ADDITION” B. Location and Zoning Map of the Subject Property C. 2040 Future Land Use Map D. Application E. Preliminary Plat F. Final Plat G. Certificate of Survey and Legal Descriptions CITY OF SCANDIA, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 4-15-25-XX APPROVING A MINOR SUBDIVISION FOR NELSON ADDITION LOCATED AT PARCEL ID 31.032.20.34.0005 WHEREAS, Steve Martinez (the “applicant”), has requested approval for a Minor Subdivision to be known as “NELSON ADDITION”, to create two lots totaling 15.68 acres, located at Parcel ID 31.032.20.34.0005 and legally described as follows: See Attachment A; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed the request at a duly noticed Public Hearing on April 1, 2025, and recommended that the City Council approve the request with conditions; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCANDIA, WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA, that the Scandia City Council hereby approves the request for minor subdivision, subject to the following conditions: 1. The minor subdivision shall be in substantial compliance with the Preliminary Plat and Final Plat reviewed with this application, subject to conditions. 2. Prior to the release of the final plat for recording with Washington County, park dedication in the form of cash-in-lieu of land at a value of ______ shall be paid. 3. Before a building permit may be issued, Lot 1, Block 1, shall have a septic determination and well location determined, as required by the proposed use of the lot. 4. The applicant shall secure any other applicable Federal, State, County, watershed, and local permits required for the project. 5. The applicant must file the final plat at Washington County within 2 years of the date of approval or the approval shall expire. 6. The applicant shall, immediately upon receipt of recorded document(s) from the County Recorder, furnish the City Clerk with a copy of the document(s) showing evidence of the recording. No building permits shall be issued for construction of any structure o n any lot in the minor subdivision until the City has received evidence of the document(s) being recorded and that all conditions of approval have been met. 7. The applicant shall pay all fees and escrows associated with this application Whereupon, said Resolution is hereby declared adopted on this 15 day of April 2025. ____________________________ Steve Kronmiller, Mayor ATTEST: ____________________________ Kyle Morell, City Administrator Attachment A PID: 31.032.20.34.0005 That part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 400.00 feet and south of the North 300.00 feet thereof, EXCEPTING therefrom the following described tract: The South 481.00 feet of that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 852.00 feet thereof. Together with o perpetual and irrevocable easement for access to Big Marine Lake over Lots One (1) and Nine (9), Block Four (4), Bliss Plat First Division, according to the plat on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles ln and for Washington County, Minnesota. Recorded as Certificate of Title per Book: 185, Page: 315 in the Office of the County Recorder, Washington County, Minnesota. 75 2.3 © Bolton & Menk, Inc - Web GIS 0 Legend Location and Zoning Map This drawing is neither a legally recorded map nor a survey and is not intended to be used as one. This drawing is a compilation of records, information, and data located in various city, county, and state offices, and other sources affecting the area shown, and is to be used for reference purposes only. The City of Scandia is not responsible for any inaccuracies herein contained. Disclaimer: 3/28/2025 1:24 PM 527 Feet City Limits Parcels 01/17/2025 Lot Lines Parks Shoreland Overlay PUD Overlay Lakes Mining Overlay Saint Croix River District Zoning Agricultural Core Agricultural Preserves Rural Residential General Village Neighborhood Rural Commercial Rural Residential Neighborhood Village Historic Core Village Center Open Space - Planned Unit Development Industrial Park 75 2.3 © Bolton & Menk, Inc - Web GIS 0 Legend Future Land Use Map This drawing is neither a legally recorded map nor a survey and is not intended to be used as one. This drawing is a compilation of records, information, and data located in various city, county, and state offices, and other sources affecting the area shown, and is to be used for reference purposes only. The City of Scandia is not responsible for any inaccuracies herein contained. Disclaimer: 3/28/2025 1:23 PM 527 Feet City Limits Parcels 01/17/2025 Lot Lines Parks Future Land Use Agricultural Core Area General Rural Mining St Croix River Corridor Area Open Water Railway Recreation Area Protected Rural Commercial Rural Mixed Use Village Mixed Use Village Neighborhood File No._____________ APPLICATION FOR PLANNING AND ZONING REQUEST City of Scandia, Minnesota 14727 209th Street North, Scandia, MN 55073 Phone 651/433-2274 Fax 651/433-5112 Web https://www.cityofscandia.com/ Please read before completing: The City will not begin processing an application that is incomplete. Detailed submission requirements may be found in the Scandia Development Code, available at the City office and website www.cityofscandia.com) and in the checklist forms for the particular type of application. Application fees are due at the time of application and are n ot refundable. 1. Property Location: (street address, if applicable) 2. Washington County Parcel ID: 3. Complete Legal Description: (attach if necessary) 4. Owner(s): Phone: (h) (b) Street Address: E-Mail: City/ State: Zip: 5. Applicant/Contact Person: Phone: (h) (b) Street Address (Mailing): E-Mail: City/ State: Zip: 6. Requested Action(s): (check all that apply) ____ Variance ____ Variance Extension ____ Conditional Use Permit (CUP) ____ CUP Extension ____ CUP/ Open Space Subdivision. ____ CUP/ Planned Unit Development ____ Interim Use Permit (IUP) ____ Annual Operators Permit ____ Administrative Permit (type)____________________ ____ Site Plan Review (type)____________________ ____ Site Plan Modification ____ Site Plan Extension ____ Sign (Permanent) ____ Amendment (Development Code ) ____ Amendment (Comp. Plan ) ____ Subdivision, Minor ____ Subdivision, Preliminary Plat/Major ____ Subdivision, Final Plat ____ Environmental Review ____ Wetland Review See attached Exhibit "A" See attached Exhibit "A" See attached Exhibit "A" See attached Exhibit "A" Steven Martinez (612) 201-6174 (M) (651) 456-1777 (O) Steven.Martinez@nngco.com 1120 Center Pointe Drive Suite 400 Mendota Heights Minnesota 55120 X 7. Brief Description of Request: (attach separate sheet if necessary; include Variance Rationale if necessary) _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ 8. Project Name: I hereby apply for consideration of the above described request and declare that the information and materials submitted with this application are complete and accurate. I understand that no application shall be considered complete unless accompanied by fees as required by city ordinance. Applications for projects requiring more than one type of review shall include the cumulative total of all application fees specified for each type of review. I understand that applicants are required to reimburse the city for all out-of-pocket costs incurred for processing, reviewing and hearing the application. These costs shall include, but are not limited to: parcel searches; publication and mailing of notices; review by the city’s engineering, planning and other consultants; legal costs, and recording fees. An escrow deposit to cover these costs will be collected by the city at the time of application. The minimum escrow deposit shall be cumulative total of all minimum escrow deposits for each type of review required for the project, unless reduced as provided for by ordinance. The city may increase the amount of the required escrow deposit at any time if the city’s costs are reasonably expected to exceed the minimum amount. Any balance remaining after review is complete will be refunded to the applicant. No interest is paid on escrow deposits. PLEASE NOTE: If the fee owner is not the applicant, the applicant must provide written authorization by the fee owner in order for this application to be considered complete. Property Fee Owner Signature(s) Date: Applicant Signature(s) Date: For City Use Only Application Fees: _______________________ Escrow Deposit: _______________________ See Attached Exhibit "B" Northern Natural Gas Odorization Station Nelson PID - 31.032.20.34.0005 0arch 7, 2025 Exhibit “A” Name - JEFFREY D & SHERRI M NELSON Location - 18180 MANNING TRL N SCANDIA, MN 55047 PID - 31.032.20.34.0005 Existing Legal Description: That part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 400.00 feet and south of the North 300.00 feet thereof, EXCEPTING therefrom the following described tract: The South 481.00 feet of that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 852.00 feet thereof. Together with o perpetual and irrevocable easement for access to Big Marine Lake over Lots One (1) and Nine (9), Block Four (4), Bliss Plat First Division, according to the plat on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles ln and for Washington County, Minnesota. Recorded as Certificate of Title per Book: 185, Page: 315 in the Office of the County Recorder, Washington County, Minnesota. Proposed Legal Descriptions: PARCEL 1 (Northern Natural Gas Company) The South 314.50 feet of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 400.00 feet thereof. EXCEPTING therefrom the following described tract: The South 481.00 feet of that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 852.00 feet thereof. PARCEL 2 (Jeffery D. & Sherri M. Nelson) That part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 400.00 feet and south of the North 300.00 feet thereof, EXCEPTING therefrom the following described tracts: The South 481.00 feet of that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 852.00 feet thereof. The South 314.50 feet of that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota. Together with a perpetual and irrevocable easement for access to Big Marine Lake over Lots One (1) and Nine (9), Block Four (4), Bliss Plat First Division, according to the plat on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles ln and for Washington County, Minnesota. Exhibit “B” Northern Natural Gas (Northern) currently holds an option to purchase approximately 3.26841 acres from Jeffery D. and Sherri M. Nelson (PID: 31.032.20.34.0005) for the development of a new odorizer facility. This acquisition will reduce the parcel’s lot frontage along 180th Street, as required by Section 153.200.030 Subdivision 3(A)(I) and Table 153.200.030-6(c). The Nelsons currently access their property via a 60-foot-wide driveway easement off Manning Trail. This easement, dated June 25, 2002, and recorded January 31, 2003 (Document Numbers 3304416 and 1123316, Book 162, Page 132), corresponds to the address 18180 Manning Trail North, Scandia, MN 55047. To maintain access to their parcel following the reduction of frontage, Northern also has an option to purchase approximately 0.28983 acres from Heather M. Baker (PID: 31.032.20.43.0002) on behalf of the Nelsons. Northern intended to combine the lot split from Baker (PID: 31.032.20.43.0002) with the existing Nelson parcel (PID: 31.032.20.34.0005) to ensure continued access and compliance with frontage requirements. However, it was discovered that the Baker and Nelson parcels lie within separate watersheds, which prevents their formal combination and the subdivision of the lot from Baker to Nelson will create a need to a variance as it is under the 2 acre minimum for the RR-G district. As a result, (1) Northern is requesting a variance from Section 153.200.030 Subdivision 3(A)(I) and Table 153.200.030-6(c) on behalf of the Nelsons and/or future property owners to address this issue. The requested variance would allow for a revised lot frontage requirements to Nelson parcel (PID: 31.032.20.34.0005) to ensure continued access. (2) Northern is requesting a variance from 2 acre minimum for the RR-G district for the 0.28983 parcel. Northern acknowledges that a subdivision will be required for both parcels as part of this process and is prepared to comply with all applicable subdivision requirements as a condition of the variance. Following the subdivision, the Nelsons will own two distinct parcels that cannot be formally combined due to watershed restrictions. A deed restriction will also be placed on the Baker-to-Nelson transfer, mandating that the two parcels must be sold together in future transactions and treated as a single unit. Northern’s reason for site selection, per Federal Code 49 CFR §192.625 (see first attached), requires a natural gas transmission pipeline operator to odorize a pipeline once it reaches a Class 3 level of at least 50% of its length. Northern has been closely monitoring encroachment on the Elk River branch lines (20-inch MNB87701 and 20-inch MNB87702) for several years. The most recent data (November 2024) indicates that the Class 3 percentage for these pipelines is 44.9% for MNB87701 and 47.8% for MNB87702. Once the 50% threshold is passed, Northern must odorize the pipelines to remain in compliance with 49 CFR §192.625. Upon discovering that the 50% Class 3 threshold has been exceeded, Northern has 24 months to complete the odorization process. Additionally, a recent project installed a third Elk River branch line, starting inside the Hugo Compressor Station and extending just over a mile downstream. This new 30-inch line, MNB87703, is part of the expansion. As a prudent pipeline operator, Northern selected the current odorizer location to odorize all three Elk River lines at the maximum feasible distance, with a single odorizer. The new 30-inch MNB87703 line does not start near the existing Elk River branch lines within the confined Hugo Compressor Station, which would have made it difficult to locate a single odorizer inside the station capable of injecting odorant into all three lines. Any solution within the Hugo CS would have likely required two separate odorizers. The proposed location across the street from Hugo Compressor Station is ideal because the three Elk River branch lines are close to one another, and there is ample space for above-grade meter runs and pull-through parking for odorant delivery. The new 10,000-gallon odorant tank will likely be serviced by an 18-wheeler tanker, and maneuvering such a large vehicle inside the existing Hugo CS fence would be challenging. With the odorizer placed at the proposed location across the street, Northern can more easily accommodate future expansions of the 30-inch MNB87703 line. The proximity of the odorizer to the beginning of the line ensures that future pipeline expansions or increased flows on the new line will be efficiently handled by the new odorizer. CITY OF SCANDIA, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO.02-18-25-01 APPROVING A VARIANCE TO ALLOW A SUBDIVISION THAT WILL RESULT IN A NONCONFORMING LOT FOR PARCEL 3103220430002 LOCATED AT 18180 MANNING TRAIL NORTH WHEREAS, Steven Martinez (the "applicant"), on behalf of the owners Jeffrey & Sherri Nelson owners"), has requested and made an application for a variance to allow for a subdivision that would result in a nonconforming lot with 173.11 feet of lot frontage where 300 feet is required at 18180 Manning Trail North and the property legally described as. See Attachment A; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed the variance request at a duly noticed Public Hearing on February 4, 2025, and recommended that the City Council approve the request; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCANDIA, WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA, that it should and hereby does approve a variance to allow for a subdivision that would result in a nonconforming lot with 173.11 feet of lot frontage where 300 feet is required at 18180 Manning Trail North, based on the following findings: 1. The proposed subdivision would create two lots, one of which would continue as a single-family dwelling and the other would be a substation for an essential service, both of which are allowed uses. The reduced lot frontage does not impact the usability of the property and all parcels will have access to public right-of-way through the property to the east. 2. The circumstances are unique to the property and are due to the need for an essential service to establish a use on the southern half of the property. 3. If the variance were granted, it would not alter the essential character of the locality as the current and proposed uses are allowed uses in the Rural Residential General zoning district. 4. Economic conditions are not the sole factor in the variance. 5. The variance is not related to inadequate access to direct sunlight for solar energy systems. 6. The proposed variance will not impair adequate supply of light and air to adjacent property, or substantially increase the congestion of the public streets, or increase the danger of fire, or endanger the public safety, or substantially diminish or impair property values within the neighborhood. Resolution No. 02-18-25-01 Page 2 of 4 7. The requested variance is the minimum action required to eliminate the practical difficulty as the preferred minimum action of lot combination is impossible due to the parcels being prohibited from being combined due to the separate taxing districts. FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that the following conditions of approval shall be met: 1. Approval is contingent upon the approval of Resolution Resolution 02-18-25-02 Approving a Variance to Allow a Subdivision that will Result in a Nonconforming Lot for Parcel 3103220430002 Located at 18180 Manning Trail North. 2. No subdivision of property is approved with this Resolution. 3. The applicant must commence the authorized subdivision within one year of the date on which the variance is issued. After one year, the approvals issued under the provisions of the Section shall expire without further action by the Planning Commission or Board. 4. The applicant shall record the variance with Washington County within one year of the date when the variance is approved by the City. 5. The applicant shall secure all applicable permits required from watersheds and other local, state, and federal entities. 6. The applicant shall pay all other fees and escrows associated with this application. Resolution No. 02-18-25-01 Page 3 of 4 Whereupon, said Resolution is hereby declared adopted on this 18th day of February 2025. 2, Mike Lubke, Acting Mayor ATTEST: Kyle Mo , City Administrator Resolution No. 02-18-25-01 Page 4 of 4 Attachment A That part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 400.00 feet and south of the North 300.00 feet thereof, EXCEPTING therefrom the following described tract: The South 481.00 feet of that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, Township 32 North, Range 20 West, Washington County, Minnesota, lying east of the West 852.00 feet thereof. Together with a perpetual and irrevocable easement for access to Big Marine Lake over Lots One (1) and Nine (9), Block Four (4), Bliss Plat First Division, according to the plat on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Washington County, Minnesota. Recorded as Certificate of Title per Book: 185, Page: 315 in the Office of the County Recorder, Washington County, Minnesota.