Planning Commission Resolution 2023-33 (Ord. Amd. for Managed Native Landscapes)CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2023-33
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT
TO MONTICELLO CITY CODE XV, LAND USAGE SECTIONS 153.012 — DEFINITIONS AND
153.060 — LANDSCAPING AND SCREENING OF THE MONTICELLO ZONING ORDINANCE FOR
MANAGED NATURAL LANDSCAPES
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Legislature has enacted § 412.925 allowing any privately owned
lands or premises to install and maintain a managed natural landscape; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend its regulations in conformance to the newly enacted
legislation; and
WHEREAS, the installation of managed natural landscapes supports the Monticello 2040
Vision + Plan's goal for sustainability through reduced water consumption and chemical
application, as well as benefits to wildlife and pollination; and
WHEREAS, Planning Commission held a public hearing on October 3rd, 2023 on the
application 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 proposed ordinance amendment furthers the intent and the specific goals,
policies and strategies of the Monticello 2040 Vision + Plan comprehensive plan
for sustainability.
2. The proposed ordinance is expected to have no negative impacts on municipal
public services.
3. The proposed ordinance provides conformity between City Code and State of
Minnesota statutes.
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 approves the proposed amendment to the zoning ordinance.
ADOPTED this 3rd day of October, 2023 by the Planning Commission of the City of
Monticello, Minnesota.
CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2023-33
MONTIC O PLANNING COMMISSION
By:
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Paul T�1SOr, Chair
ATTEST:
Angela Schu�a,munity De�'lopment Director