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.
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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.
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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
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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
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