02-17-2026 Planning Commission Regular Meeting

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Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 6:00 PM City Council Chambers 2780 Kelley Parkway, Orono, MN 55356 Ressler moved, Brandabur seconded, to approve LA25-000050, 2420 Fox Street, Preliminary Plat as applied. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. 5.2. LA25-000054 Revision LLC, 2697 Kelly Avenue, Average Lakeshore Setback Variance The Planning Commission is requested to review the Staff report, receive a presentation, and discuss and approve the application for an average lakeshore setback variance for an addition to the existing home, including changes to roof height. Staff recommends approval based on the practical difficulties of the limited buildable area. The Planning Commission discussed the item and asked questions of staff and the applicants, David and Kelly Gigerich, 2697 Kelly Avenue, and John Daly of Revision Homes. Chair Bollis opened the public hearing at 6:57 p.m. There were no Public Comments. Chair Bollis closed the public hearing at 6:57 p.m. Commissioners pointed out that no comments had been received from neighbors, and the proposal still meets hardcover requirements. They discussed the difference between the 75-foot lakeshore setback and the average lakeshore setback, which is meant to preserve neighbors' views of the lake. Prchal moved, Jarnot seconded, to approve LA25-000054, 2697 Kelly Ave., Variance as applied. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. 6. OTHER ITEMS 6.2 2025 Recap and Work Session Discussion Community Development Director Oakden presented a recap of 2025 Planning Commission meetings and actions, requested scheduling a work session before the February meeting, and asked for feedback on which topics to cover at that meeting. Topics selected were accessory buildings and legal non - conformities. Bollis moved, Brandabur seconded, to adjourn the Planning Commission Meeting at 7:25 p.m. to February 17, 2026. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. ATTEST: Jon Ressler, Chair Page 2 of 2 4