Planning Commission Resolution PC-2025-38 (Sigler_River Forest CUP)CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2025-38
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A PAVED DRIVEWAY IN THE REAR YARD TO A DETACHED
ACCESSORY BUILDING
9716 RIVER FOREST
PID 155-114-003060
WHEREAS, the applicant has submitted a request to a driveway to an existing detached
garage in the rear yard portion of the subject property for storage of private residential
storage and recreational use; and
WHEREAS, the existing space is current covered with gravel, creating concerns related to
maintenance and erosion; and
WHEREAS, paved driveways in the rear yard require a Conditional Use Permit to manage
impervious surfaces and grading; and
WHEREAS, the site is zoned Single Family Residential (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 illustrating the proposed driveway and
location of other structures on the subject property; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on October 7t", 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 stating that the proposed pavement will be in
compliance with relevant codes relating to setback and coverage.
2. The applicant has provided plans demonstrating that the proposed driveway will
improve and control drainage on and around the subject property.
CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2025-38
3. The parcel is a lot which will accommodate the driveway without crowding the
subject property or neighboring parcels.
4. The side yard, and proposed fence, will help screen uses between properties.
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 construction of a paved driveway in the rear
yard, subject to the conditions identified in Exhibit Z of the Staff report, as listed below:
1. Verification that the driveway meets the required 3 foot setback and
maximum width at property line as required by the code and per the Building
and Engineering Departments.
2. Management of grading and drainage to avoid stormwater runoff impacts to
the neighboring property beyond the existing condition.
3. Immediate restoration of all disturbed areas will landscape cover.
4. Completion of the project consistent with the requirements of the ordinance,
all final conditions, and the proposed project as represented in the
application for CUP.
5. Compliance with the terms of the Chief Building Official's letter dated
September 24, 2025.
6. Comments and recommendations of other Staff and Planning Commission.
ADOPTED this 7th day of October, 2025 by the Planning Commission of the City of
Monticello, Minnesota.
MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION
By:
Andrew TapperdgFhair
ATTEST:
Angela SchuOln,lCommunity Development Director
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