Planning Commission Resolution PC-2026-09 (Jefferson Comm 5th_Kids Haven Prelim Plat)CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC 2026-09
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF MONTICELLO RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A
PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR JEFFERSON COMMONS FIFTH ADDITION
PID: 155164000030
WHEREAS, the applicant is seeking a preliminary plat of a parcel of currently undeveloped land,
currently platted as Outlot C of Jefferson Commons; and
WHEREAS, the proposed plat would incorporate development opportunity for a commercial
daycare land uses as an allowed use in the proposed B-4, Regional Zoning District; and
WHEREAS, the plat creates a single commercial development parcel and one outlot reflecting
common access area in the commercial district, dedication of public easements, and utilizes
existing access easements to public streets along with drainage and utilities; and
WHEREAS, the platted parcel will be consistent with requirements of the City's Subdivision and
Zoning Ordinance requirements; and
WHEREAS, the subject property will be developed under the requirements of the Monticello
Comprehensive Plan, which designate the land use for the property as Regional Business; and
WHEREAS, the proposed preliminary plat accommodates the proposed commercial daycare
under the B-4 zoning structure; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the application for the plat pursuant to the
regulations of the applicable ordinances and land use plans and policies; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on April 7th, 2026 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 make the following Findings of
Fact in relation to the recommendation of approval:
1. The proposed uses are consistent with the intent and purpose of the B-4, Regional
Business 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 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 plat accommodates additional public and private improvements, including
pedestrian facilities, 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 access and development details, as supplemented in further submissions,
meet the intent and requirements of the applicable zoning regulations.
6. As a property with development consistent with both the Comprehensive Plan and the
previously approved plat for the site, the proposed plat is not anticipated to negatively
impact surrounding residential properties.
7. Approval of the plat 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 Planning Commission of the City of Monticello,
Minnesota recommends to the City Council that the proposed Preliminary Plat for the Jefferson
Commons Fifth Addition be approved, subject to the conditions of Exhibit Z of the staff report,
as follows:
1. Cross access easement over Lot 1, Block 1 and Outlot A of the plat for access to School
Boulevard is prepared and recorded per the direction of the City Attorney, to include
language for maintenance requirements for both accesses.
2. Cross Access Easement over Lot 1, Block 1 of the plat, Outlot G, Jefferson Commons
and Lot 1, Block 1, Jefferson Commons Second Addition for shared access to School
Boulevard and Deegan Avenue is prepared and recorded per the direction of the City
Attorney.
3. Amendment of the existing easement recorded with the Wright County as Document
Number A925026 to amend the existing roadway easement to align with the shared
boundary of Lot 1, Block 1 and Outlot A of the plat and Lot 1, Block 1, Jefferson
Commons Second Addition to be prepared and recorded per the direction of the City
Attorney, which shall also include language for maintenance and requirements for
access.
4. As related to the westerly shared access, develop an alternative configuration to create
more defined circulation for the shared driveway aisle from the theater parcel.
5. Site landscaping is completed as approved, with required maintenance securities as
specified in the Zoning Ordinance. Compliance with the approved landscaping plan is
an ongoing requirement of CUP and site plan approval. Materials that are removed or
fail to survive shall be replaced, regardless of landscape guarantees.
6. Approval and recording of the plat is subject to the approval and completion of the
pending land sale of the proposed Lot 1, Block 1, Jefferson Commons Fifth Addition.
7. A development contract for the proposed plat is executed and recorded providing for
the terms and conditions of the plat development.
8. Compliance with the City ordinance for lighting, signage, landscaping and building
materials and other site plan details, to be verified with building permit.
9. Compliance with the terms of the City's Engineering Staff letter dated February 20,
2026.
10. Compliance with the terms of the Chief Building Official's letter dated February 20,
2026.
ADOPTED this 7t" day of April, 2026 by the Planning Commission of the City of
Monticello, Minnesota.
MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION
By:
Me issa Robeck, Vice Chair
ATTEST:
Angela Schur�ayn, �ommunity Development Director