Planning Commission Resolution PC-2026-11 (Jefferson Comm 5th_Kids Haven_Theater_Cross Access CUP)CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2026-11
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR CROSS ACCESS
IN A B-4, REGIONAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
PID 155-164-000030 (FOR THAT PORTION TO BE PLATTED AS LOT 1, BLOCK 1, JEFFERSON
COMMONS FIFTH ADDITION); 155192001011, 155164000070
WHEREAS, the applicant has submitted a request for a Conditional Use Permit for cross
access over and with adjoining parcels; and
WHEREAS, the proposed access would facilitate the reasonable subdivision of commercial
property; and
WHEREAS, the proposed cross access is an aspect of the controlled access locations to
School Boulevard from adjoining commercial development; and
WHEREAS, the site is zoned Regional Business (B-4), which allows cross- and shared -access
site development configurations between adjoining commercial parcels; and
WHEREAS, the general land use would be consistent with the long term land use plan for
the City and the location, including the designation of the site for "Regional Business" uses;
and
WHEREAS, the applicants have provided materials documenting that the proposed use
facilitates long term use of the site for uses in the B-4 zoning district; and
WHEREAS, the applicants have provided materials documenting that the proposed use will
comply with the terms and standards of the subdivision ordinance with the
recommendations approved by the Planning Commission; 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
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello makes the following Findings
of Fact in relation to the recommendation of approval:
CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2026-11
1. The applicant has provided plans demonstrating that the proposed facility will be
in compliance with the standards for cross access found in the zoning ordinance.
2. The applicant has provided plans demonstrating that the use will improve long-
term use of, and access to, the site for uses in the subject zoning district and
Comprehensive Plan land use category.
3. The parcel is intended for commercial uses, which is the existing and proposed
use of the property.
4. The operation of the business will benefit from the controlled access
configurations through safer public street traffic and more predictable vehicle
access maneuvers.
5. The use will improve convenience to customers and to the public, consistent
with the City's economic development objectives for commercial property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE /T 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 cross access, subject to the conditions
identified in Exhibit Z of the Staff report, as listed below:
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.
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CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2026-11
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 7" day of April, 2026 by the Planning Commission of the City of
Monticello, Minnesota.
MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION
By: fi
Melissa Robeck, Vice Chair
ATTEST:
Angela ScriuRnTi,rmmunity Development Director
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