Planning Commission Resolution 2016-002CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC- 2016 -002
APPROVING A VARIANCE
TO THE REQUIRED SIDE YARD SETBACK TO ALLOW THE EXPANSION OF
AN EXISTING COMMERCIAL LODGING FACILITY
WHEREAS, the applicant operates an existing hotel at 89 Chelsea Road, legally
described as Lot 3, Block 1, Silver Fox; and
WHEREAS, the subject property is zoned B -3, Highway Business District, in which
commercial lodging establishments are allowed by Conditional Use Permit; and
WHEREAS, the applicant proposes to expand the existing hotel to add 21 rooms, and
renovate the existing structure; and
WHEREAS, the proposed expansion will encroach into the required side yard setback
adjacent to a public street, requiring a variance; and
WHEREAS, the proposed encroachment will be less than three (3) feet into a
required setback of 20 feet; and
WHEREAS, the expansion will otherwise be consistent with the improvements
currently on the property; and
WHEREAS, the proposed land use is a reasonable use of the subject property,
consistent with the land uses in the area, including other commercial lodging establishments;
and
WHEREAS, the right of way adjacent to the side yard has public utilities and other
improvements, but no public street; and
WHEREAS, the City does not expect the need for public street improvements within
the subject right of way for the foreseeable future; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to consider the matter at
its regular meeting on February 2nd, 2016 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
CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC- 2016 -002
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 expansion is consistent with the intent of the Monticello
Comprehensive Plan.
2. The proposed use is reasonable, given the conditions in the area, and on the subject
property.
3. There are practical difficulties in using the lot as proposed without approval of the
proposed variance.
4. The proposed expansion will meet the requirements of the Monticello Zoning
Ordinance for consideration of the proposed setback variance.
5. The proposed expansion will not create undue burdens on public systems, including
streets and utilities.
6. The proposed use will not create substantial impacts on neighboring land uses that are
not within the expectations of the current zoning allowances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City
of Monticello, sitting as the Board of Adjustment and Appeals, Minnesota that the proposed
Variance amendment is hereby approved.
ADOPTED this 2nd day of February, 2016, by the Planning Commission of the City of
Monticello, Minnesota.
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ATTEST:
Angela Schuman, Community Development Director
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