Res 2017- 83 Approve Wetlands Permit 1773 Sutton LnCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 2017-83
RESOLUTION APPROVING A WETLANDS PERMIT TO ALLOW CERTAIN
SITE IMPROVEMENTS, REPAIRS AND VEGETATION REMOVAL
FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1773 SUTTON LANE
WHEREAS, Tim Dyrhaug, as Owner and Applicant, has applied for a wetlands permit,
which would facilitate the removal and replacement of retaining wall systems in the back of the
residential dwelling, along with select removal of dead or diseased trees and invasive/noxious
vegetation in and around the area of work; and the replacement/repair of a concrete footing pier
supporting a three-season porch off the back of the home, as proposed and described in Planning
Case 2017-24, for the property located at 1773 Sutton Lane, and legally described in attached
E�ibit A; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to City Code Title 12-2-1, all new construction, related
improvements, grading, and/or removals made within 100-ft. of a wetland or water resource-
related area requires a wetlands permit; and
WHEREAS, the Mendota Heights Planning Commission held a public hearing on this
matter at their regular meeting of June 27, 2017; whereupon closing the hearing and follow-up
discussion on this item, the Planning Commission recommended unanimous approval of the
wetlands permit, with certain findings of fact and conditions of approval as noted herein.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Mendota Heights City Council that
wetlands permit, which would which would facilitate the removal and replacement of retaining
wall systems in the back of the residential dwelling, along with select removal of dead or
diseased trees and invasive/noxious vegetation in and around the area of work; and the
replacement/repair of a concrete footing pier supporting a three-season porch off the back of the
home, as proposed and described in Planning Case 2017-24, for the property located at 1773
Sutton Lane, is hereby approved with the following findings of fact:
A. The proposed construction activities to be allowed under this Wetlands Permit
meet the purpose and intent of the City Code and are consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan.
B. The proposed construction work should have very little, if any impacts to the
adjacent water feature.
C. The Owner will provide for the protection and preservation of the adjacent water
resource-related area by installing silt fence and stormwater run-off protection
measures.
D. The Owner will make every attempt to minimize disturbance of the area in order
to protect and preserve the natural surroundings, avoid excess loss of vegetation,
and avoid any impacts to wildlife and aquatic organisms.
E. Vegetation will be replanted, in accordance with City guidance and instructions in
the disturbed areas after construction is completed.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the Mendota Heights City Council that the
wetlands permit for the property located at 1773 Sutton Lane is hereby approved with the
following conditions:
1. Any land disturbance activities shall be in compliance with the City's Land
Disturbance Guidance document.
2. An updated plan must be submitted for review by the Planning Department
showing vegetation to be re-planted within the disturbed areas of the project. This
plan will include pollinator friendly and/or native plantings/grasses that will grow
and thrive in the over-shaded area of the rear yard.
For the agreed upon temporary right-of-access to the city-owned land to the south,
including all work to install, remove and restore said temporary
access/construction road, the Owner/Applicant shall provide evidence or proof of
insurance that the City of Mendota Heights is waived from any and all liability,
and named as an added insurer to the homeowner's insurance policy or
contactor's policy.
4. A cash bond, letter of credit or agreed upon surety in the amount of $1,000 shall
be submitted and held by the city for a period of at least one (1) year from
completion of a11 work, to ensure all new landscaping has survived, and the access
roadway has been properly restored.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights this 3rd day of October, 2017.
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
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Neil Garlock, Mayor
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Lorri Smith, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
Property Address: 1773 Sutton Lane, Mendota Heights MN
PID: 27-70900-01-040
Legal Description: Lot 4, Block l, SOMERSET No. 2, Mendota Heights, Dakota County,
Minnesota.
Res 2017-83 page 3
Receipt:# 528855
COND $46.00
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CITY OF MENDOTA
HEIGHTS
1101 VIGTORIA CURVE
MENDOTA HEIGHTS MN
55118
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Recorded on: 11I21/2017 9:42 AM
gy: TMB, Deputy
Office of the County Recorder
Dakota County, Minnesota
Joel T. Beckman, Counfy Recorder
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