01-16-2024 Planning Commission Packet

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To: Chris Bollis and Planning Commission Members Adam Edwards, City Administrator From: Laura Oakden, Community Development Director Date: January 16, 2024 Subject: #LA23-000067, Lakewest, LLC, 3245 Wayzata Blvd W, Concept Plan Background The applicant is proposing to develop the 30.5 acre property (two parcels) into a master planned condominium-type development. This area is guided for some of the highest density in the city. As proposed the development does not meet the density requirements for the Comprehensive Plan. The project will require additional units within the development, a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, and a zone change. The property has been the subject of several development proposals over the past 7 years, including a twin home development, an apartment complex, and townhome development. All previous approvals have expired. The site contains an old landfill, somewhat hampering development. Proposal The proposed development master plan shows seven separate buildings ranging from 18- 24 units per building in a multifamily condo-style development with 156 total units. The developer is proposing a two phased approach. The first phase will include five buildings with a total of 108 units and the second phase will include two buildings with 48 additional units. Each building is proposed to have underground parking and the overall the development will provide some surface parking spaces. The buildings are arranged around open space and a proposed community amenity which will a pool, clubhouse, and play area. The developer is working with the MPCA to address the landfill cleanup. The developer notes that it is a high priority for them to address the environmental cleanup on the site. They are proposing to remove the contaminated materials from the water table and wetland. The contaminated material will be kept and properly capped on the south side of the property. Access to the property will be provided by a single drive off of Wayzata Boulevard. This access will need to be approved by Hennepin County. The project will be served by municipal water and sanitary sewer. Issues Comprehensive Plan Amendment. The main issue to be considered is the City’s willingness to adjust the Comprehensive Plan-designated density guidance for the property. The northern 5 acres are currently guided for low density residential at 3-8 units per acre, and the southern 10 Application Summary: The applicant is requesting a Concept Plan Review for a proposed 156 unit multifamily development at 3245 Wayzata Blvd. Staff Recommendation: Planning Department Staff requests non-binding feedback on the proposed Eisinger Flats project. 235