City Council Resolution 2024-32CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-32
A RESOLUTION OF APPROVING A FINAL STAGE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) FOR
BIG RIVER 445 — PHASE 1
WHEREAS, the applicant is seeking a Final Stage Planned Unit Development approval for
a portion of a multi -phased commercial project, currently vacant land, to be platted as Lots 1
and 2, as well as Outlot A, of the Big River 445 plat; and
WHEREAS, the proposed PUD would consist of development opportunity for a multiple -
building commercial retail center as an allowed use in the proposed Big River 445 Planned Unit
Development zoning district; and
WHEREAS, the site is concurrently subject to requests for final plat, and an amendment
to the City's PUD zoning ordinance and rezoning to Big River 445 PUD District; and
WHEREAS, the plat creates a dedication for public easements, and adequate right of
way related to public streets along with drainage and utilities which will serve various phases of
the PUD, subject to the requirements of the City Engineer; and
WHEREAS, the subject parcels will be consistent with requirements of the City's
Subdivision and Zoning Ordinance requirements under the appropriate PUD standards; and
WHEREAS, the subject property will be developed under the requirements of the
Monticello 2040 Vision + Plan Comprehensive Plan, which designate the land use for the
property as Regional Commercial uses; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Final Stage PUD addresses Phase 1 improvements serving the
project, as well as site and architectural improvements on Lots 1 and 2 of the project; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the application for the Development
Stage PUD pursuant to the regulations of the applicable ordinances and land use plans and
policies; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on February 61", 2024 on the
application and the applicant and members of the public were provided the opportunity to
present information to the Planning Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended approval of the Development
Stage PUD for Big River 445 — Phase 1; and
WHEREAS, the City Council approved the Development Stage PUD for Big River 445 on
February 26th, 2024; and
CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-32
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the Final Stage PUD and has found the PUD
consistent with the approved Development Stage PUD; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered all the comments of the Planning
Commission, the public, and the staff report, which are incorporated by reference into the
resolution; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Monticello makes the following Findings of Fact in
relation to the approval for Development Stage PUD:
1. The proposed PUD uses are consistent with the intent and purpose of the PUD, Planned
Unit Development District.
2. The proposed uses will be consistent with the existing and future land uses in the area in
which they are located, including the Monticello 2040 Vision + Plan Comprehensive
Plan.
3. The impacts of the improvements are those anticipated by the existing and future land
uses and are addressed through standard review and ordinances as adopted.
4. The proposed PUD accommodates additional public and private improvements,
including streets, utilities, and stormwater controls that ensure the project will continue
to be consistent with the City's long-term public service infrastructure.
5. The proposed PUD accommodates reasonable extensions of development and
infrastructure to serve other undeveloped property in the area.
6. The proposed access and development details meet the intent and requirements of the
applicable zoning regulations and are consistent with the applicable land use policies
and ordinances, including policies of both MnDOT and Wright County.
7. As a property which has been designated for such regional commercial uses for many
years, the proposed PUD is not anticipated to negatively impact surrounding residential
properties.
8. Approval of the PUD will not result in the need for additional road or utility
infrastructure other than that being provided by and for the proposed use and should
not otherwise negatively impact the health or safety of the community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Monticello, Minnesota
that the Monticello City Council approves the Final Stage PUD for Phase 1 of Big River 445,
subject to the conditions of Exhibit Z of the staff report, as follows:
1. Development stage PUD and amendment to the PUD shall be required for remaining
proposed development parcels within Outlot A of the plat, as they may be configured at
the time of application for final plat.
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WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-32
2. Approval of the rezoning to planned unit development is conditioned on the approval of
the final plat of Big River 445.
3. Updated Final Stage Signage plans illustrating consolidated site and building signage as
specified in the application package for the Development Stage PUD and Preliminary
Plat of Big River 445 dated January 8, 2024, and individual building signage for Lots 1
and 2 shall be provided.
4. Building enhancements for Lots 1 and 2 as noted in the staff report of February 6, 2024,
are incorporated into final development plans. The architectural plans for Lot 2 are
dated 12/18/2023 as "Option 2", and the architectural plans for Lot 1 are dated
02/23/2023.
5. The applicant shall provide updated Final Stage PUD landscaping plans illustrating
additional landscape screening for the trash enclosure on Lot 1, Block 1, with an
emphasis on evergreen shrub materials to create a year-round impact.
6. The first phase of improvements for the PUD shall include the full private street,
sidewalk, and utility development serving Lots 1 and 2 of the plat, and all parcels
abutting Chelsea Road, as well as the sidewalk crossing and extension on Lot 8, and all
other improvements identified on the approved Final Stage PUD plans. The applicant
shall provide updated Final Stage PUD plans to include a phasing plan illustrating these
improvements.
7. Public improvements, including public utilities and any public improvements in the
Chelsea Road or Fenning Avenue rights of way, shall be developed, and constructed as a
part of Phase 1 improvements.
8. Future phases of the PUD shall be reviewed for additional site amenities, including
seating, walking and rest areas.
9. A legal document shall be executed and recorded with the final plat providing access to
the private street and common sidewalks which extend to Chelsea Road, and the
management and maintenance of common property including stormwater, signage,
landscaping, and easements for Lots 1 and 2 and Outlot A, in a form to be approved by
the City.
10. A legal document shall be executed and recorded with the final plat providing for the
shared parking between Lots 1 and 2, Block 1 of the plat, in a form to be approved by
the City.
CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-32
11. Execution of a stormwater maintenance agreement providing for common and shared
use of the proposed stormwater maintenance facilities, including those public
easements required by the City Engineer.
12. Execution and recording of a development contract governing the plat in accordance
with the standard requirements of the City Ordinance and the additional requirements
noted in the report.
13. Execution of an encroachment agreement for drive aisles or parking in public drainage
and utility easement areas.
14. Compliance with the terms and comments of the City is Engineering staff letter and plan
sheet review and traffic memo review comments dated April 4, 2024.
15. Continued compliance with the comments of the Wright County Highway Engineer's
Department and the comments of MnDOT.
16. Comments and recommendations of other Staff and City Council.
ADOPTED this 8t" day of April, 2024 by the City Council of the City of Monticello, Minnesota.
MONTICELLO CITY COUNCIL
By. i
Llo H li Bart, M yor
ATTEST:
Jen ifer Sc rei er, C ty Clerk