Planning Commission Resolution PC-2025-18 (Roberg CUP)CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2025-18
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR A DETACHED ACCESSORY BUILDING IN AN R-1
(SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE) DISTRICT
LOT 8, BLOCK 2 SUNSET PONDS ADDITION
PID 155-159-002080
WHEREAS, the applicant has submitted a request to construct a detached accessory
structure in the rear yard portion of the subject property for storage of private residential
storage and recreational use; and
WHEREAS, the proposed total accessory building space would exceed the standard garage
area of 1,200 square feet; and
WHEREAS, accessory building space, when exceeding 1,200 square feet, requires a
Conditional Use Permit, and
WHEREAS, the site is zoned Single -Family Residence (R-1) and, which allows such use by
Conditional Use Permit; and
WHEREAS, the proposed use and development are consistent with the Comprehensive Land
Use Plan designation of "Low Density Residential" for the area; and
WHEREAS, the applicants have provided materials documenting the proposed structure and
location of the structure on the subject property; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on May 6, 2025 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 considered all of the comments and the staff
report, which are incorporated by reference into the resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello makes the following Findings
of Fact in relation to the recommendation of approval:
1. The applicant has provided plans demonstrating that the proposed structure will
be in compliance with maximum square footage requirements, which require a
accessory structures to total no more than 1,500 square feet.
CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2025-18
2. The applicant has provided plans demonstrating that the detached structure
addition is architecturally similar to the principal structure in roofline and facade
appearance, subject to appropriate conditions of approval.
3. The parcel is a lot which will accommodate the accessory space without
crowding the subject property or neighboring parcels.
4. The large rear yard, and the lack of neighboring residential property in that
direction minimizes the potential for negative impacts.
5. The building will be constructed so as to be consistent with the use and building
massing of other single-family structures common in the community and in the
neighborhood.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello,
Minnesota, that the Planning Commission hereby recommends that the Monticello City
Council approve the Conditional Use Permit for a detached accessory structure subject to
the conditions identified in Exhibit Z of the Staff report, as listed below:
1. The building is constructed per plans provided, ensuring that the upstairs space is
not "habitable", per building code provisions.
2. A certificate of survey detailing all structures, including the proposed driveway, is
provided which meets the requirements of the ordinance and those
recommendations of the Chief Building Official and City Engineer
3. As the accessory structure is to be used for the personal storage of equipment and
shop.
4. The paving materials shall be described before issuance of a Driveway Permit.
5. Issuance of a Driveway Permit by the City of Monticello Engineering Department is
required prior to installation of the driveway.
6. No business use shall be conducted within the accessory structure.
7. Removal of the minor accessory structure.
8. The exterior finish materials of the accessory structure shall match the existing
home in material type, color, and the orientation of the siding.
9. The accessory structure may not be used for a home occupation unless authorized
under separate review per ordinance requirements.
10. Compliance with the terms of the City's Engineering Staff letter dated April 24, 2025.
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CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2025-18
11. Compliance with the terms of the Chief Building Official's letter dated April 25, 2025.
12. Comments and recommendations of other Staff and Planning Commission.
ADOPTED this 6t" day of May, 2025 by the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello,
Minnesota.
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Andrew Tappe;air
Angela SchuyrnVnXCommunity Development Director