Planning Commission Resolution PC-2025-28 (Cannabis_LPH ZO Amdt)1.The amendments for the regulation of cannabis and lower potency hemp edible
businesses will promote the community's interest in reasonable stability in zoning for
now and in the future, and that the proposed provisions are in the public interest and
for the public good, and are in the interest of the public health, safety, welfare of City
residents.
2.The City's land use planning documents direct a balanced approach to development,
requiring adherence to high standards of use, but also recognizing the needs of the
private development market to efficiently plan for and finance that development.
3.The location of cannabis-related and lower potency hemp edible businesses has the
potential for adverse land use impacts without reasonable regulations and land use
management.
4.The City finds that these land use regulations, in concert with other state, county, and
local regulations, are critical factors in managing these businesses, as well as providing
for their ability to be successful as private enterprises.
5.The proposed amendments create a reasonable process for both the City and the
private development interests working in the community.
6.The proposed amendment details meet the intent and requirements of the applicable
zoning regulations, with the City's Comprehensive Plan goals and objectives, and are
consistent with the applicable land use policies and ordinances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello,
Minnesota recommends that the Monticello City Council approves the proposed zoning
amendments in Ordinance Nos. 852 & 853, based on the findings noted herein.
ADOPTED this pt day of July, 2025 by the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello,
Minnesota.
MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION
Andrew Tapper, Vice Chair
ATTEST:
Angela Schumann, ity Development Director