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Res 2026-22 Final Development Plan Lexington Hts Apartments at 2300 Lex AveCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION 2026-22 RESOLUTION APPROVING A FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN - AMENDMENT TO THE 1983 LEXINGTON HEIGHTS APARTMENTS PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2300 LEXINGTON AVENUE [PLANNING CASE N0.2026-03] WHEREAS Chase Real Estate (or "Applicant" or "Developer") in cooperation with Riley Family Lexington Heights Limited Partnership (Condor Living / Lexington Heights Apartments and as "Owner") has applied for a Planned Unit Development - Final Development Plan to amend the 1983 Lexington Heights Apartments Planned Unit Development (PUD), as proposed under Planning Case 2026-03 (84-Unit Apartment Building) ("Project") for the property located at 2300 Lexington Avenue and legally described in Exhibit A; and WHEREAS, the Final Development Plan to amend the PUD as presented herein would authorize the construction of a new four-story multi -family apartment building containing 84-units and associated resident amenities and exterior site improvements including a fitness area, patio space, common lounge space, new landscaping, and stormwater management improvements; and WHEREAS, the subject property is guided HDR-High Density Residential in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and is situated in the R-3 Multi -Family Residential Zoning District; and WHEREAS, on November 1, 1983, the City Council approved the Planned Unit Development for Lexington Heights Apartments, as well as a Variance from the density requirement to construct 225 units on an 18.2 acre site; and WHEREAS, on April 17, 1984, the City Council approved the Final Plat for LEXINGTON HEIGHTS ADDITION, which dedicated additional right -of --way and reduced the size of the property to 16.3 acres; and WHEREAS, on November 25, 2025, the Mendota Heights Planning Commission opened, held, and closed a public hearing on the Zoning Amendment and Preliminary Development Plan application request under Planning Case No. 2025-16 at their regular meeting, and whereupon receiving the presented staff report and hearing testimony from three (3) residents on the application, the Planning Commission recommended unanimously to table the requested application to December 29, 2025; and WHEREAS, on December 29, 2025, The Mendota Heights Planning Commission opened, held, and closed the second public hearing on the Zoning Amendment and Preliminary Development Plan application request under Planning Case No. 2025-16, and the tabled application was presented by staff with follow-up on discussion items from the prior meeting, and following discussion on this item a motion was made and seconded to deny the application which failed by a 2-4 vote. A second motion to approve the application with findings -of -fact and conditions was made which resulted in a tied vote 3-3 and through discussion the Planning Commission determined that this tied vote would be sent to the City Council for their discussion and review of the application, including Planning Commission review comments; and WHEREAS, on January 20, 2026, the Mendota Heights City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-06 Approving a Zoning Amendment and Preliminary Development Plan for an Amendment to the 1983 Lexington Heights Apartments Planned Unit Development for the property located at 2300 Lexington Avenue as presented under Planning Case No. 2025-16, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Mendota Heights City Council that the Planned Unit Development - Final Development Plan to amend the 1983 Lexington Heights Apartments Planned Unit Development as proposed under Planning Case 2026-03, is hereby approved with the following findings of fact: 1. The Applicant/Developer has submitted the Final Development Plan to the City within six weeks of the City Council's approval of the Preliminary Development Plan, 2. The proposed Planned Unit Development Amendment —Final Development Plan is substantially in conformance with the Zoning Amendment and Preliminary Development Plan as approved under Resolution No. 2026-06. 3. The proposed Planned Unit Development Amendment —Final Development Plan, is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and applicable City Code requirements for such a planned development in the R-3 Multi Family Residential Base Zoning District and FIR — High Density Residential Land Use area. 4. The deviations of the Planned Unit Development Amendment include: a. To allow an increase in density to 18.9 units per acre on the 16.31 acre site b. To allow a reduced principal building setback from the east lot line of 25.2-11 5. The proposed project utilizes the Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning flexibility to enhance development of the property without negatively impacting surrounding land uses and natural resources. 6. The reduced setback at the east property line for the principal building does not pose any threat to the general health, safety and welfare of the surrounding properties or diminishes the usefulness of the planned development of this property. The increase in residential net density to 18.9 units per acre will be an effective and unified treatment of the existing Planned Unit Development; will provide additional housing unit types that are in -demand within the community; and can be developed to harmonize with existing development in the areas surrounding the project site and within the City as a whole. Res. No. 2026-22 Page 2 of 5 Construction of the proposed 84-unit multi -family residential building will contribute to a significant amount of the Metropolitan Council's forecasted population and household increases. 9. The proposed increased density is consistent with surrounding suburban communities and would allow for the more efficient use of underutilized surface parking space as part of the proposed development. 10. With the conditions included herein, the site will provide a significant investment into the existing Multi -family residential areas of the City and will benefit the City with an increased efficiency in use of land and increased building activity. 11. The proposed multi -family apartment building supports investment within existing residential developments, supports the maintenance of the City's existing housing stock, and provides an opportunity for an apartment owner within the City to expand their housing stock and provide additional residential housing units to the community. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the Mendota Heights City Council that the Planned Unit Development - Final Development Plan to amend the 1983 Lexington Heights Apartments Planned Unit Development as proposed under Planning Case 2026-03, is hereby approved with the following conditions: 1. The Applicant/Developer shall enter into a Development Agreement with the City of Mendota Heights. 2. No Building Permits will be issued until the Applicant provides evidence to the City of the recording of the Final Development Plan and the Development Agreement. 3. The Zoning Amendment approved under Resolution No. 2026-06 will be established by rezoning the Full extent of the project area to a Planned Unit Development Overlay District in concurrence with the approved Final Development Plan, 4. The Variance from the density requirement to construct 225 units on an 18.2 acre site, approved under Resolution No. 83-95 (paragraph three of said Resolution) is hereby rescinded. With the exception of rescinding paragraph three of Resolution 83-95, all conditions and approvals of the previously approved PUD (dated November 1, 1983) shall remain in full force and effect. 5. The new building shall be constructed only in conformance to building and site plans certified by registered architects and engineers (as applicable); and in accordance with all architectural and building standards found under Title 124B-3, Subpart E "Architecture and Building Design Standards" 6. The proposed water system shall be designed and constructed to Saint Paul Regional Water Service (SPRWS) standards, including written approval of the design layout prior to final City Council approval. Res. No. 2026-22 Page 3 of 5 7. The Developer/Applicant shall submit fmal grading, utility, and site plans, and architectural construction drawings for permitting, subject to review and approval by the Planning Department and Engineering Department as part of any building permit application. Building and grading permits shall be obtained from the City prior to construction commencement of any work. 8. All grading and construction activities as part of the proposed development shall be in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and codes, as well as in compliance with the City's Land Disturbance Guidance Document. 9. A performance bond or letter of credit shall be supplied by the applicant in an amount equal to at least one and one-half (1 1/2) times the value of such screening, landscaping, or other improvements, to be included as part of the Development Agreement, 10. The Developer and/or their respective agents shall be jointly and severally responsible for the maintenance of all landscaping in a condition presenting a healthy, neat and orderly appearance and free from refuse and debris. Plants and ground cover which are required by an approved site or landscape plan and which have died shall be replaced as soon as seasonal or weather conditions allow. All landscape areas must be irrigated. 11. A separate Forest Alteration Permit application and Forest Management Plan is required to be submitted to the City prior to building permit issuance to confirm compliance with the Urban Forest Preservation Ordinance. The applicant shall post a tree replacement escrow with the City and shall mitigate tree replacement in appropriate areas of the property as reviewed and approved by the Natural Resources Manager and Community Development Manager. If compliance with the tree replacement requirement is not feasible, the City may approve alternative tree replacement measures within the Forest Alteration Permit. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights this 21 sc day of April, 2026. CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS C4,1,(, of Stephanie B. Levine ATTEST Na ey Ba r, City Clerk Res. No. 2026-22 Page 4 of 5 EXHIBIT A Legal Description PID N0.27-44925-01-010 Lot 1, Block 1, Lexington Heights Addition Drafred by: City of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Res. No. 2026-22 Page 5 of 5