11-03-2025 PC Agenda and Packet CANCELED
A.6:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER
B.PUBLIC HEARINGS
B.1 Ordinance XXX: Amending Chapters 1, 18 and 20 Defining and Regulating Heritage Trees
C.GENERAL BUSINESS
D.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
D.1 Approve Planning Commission Meeting Minutes dated October 7, 2025
E.COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS
F.ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
F.1 Draft Ordinance XXX: Amending Chanhassen Business Center Planned Unit Development
Zoning Ordinance
G.CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION
H.OPEN DISCUSSION
I.ADJOURNMENT
AGENDA
CHANHASSEN PLANNING COMMISSION
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2025
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7700 MARKET BOULEVARD
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forces the Mayor or City Council to share that information with the public or be made part of the public record. Under
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State Statute, staff cannot remove comments or letters provided as part of the public input process.
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Planning Commission Item
November 3, 2025
Item Ordinance XXX: Amending Chapters 1, 18 and 20 Defining and Regulating
Heritage Trees
File No.Item No: B.1
Agenda Section PUBLIC HEARINGS
Prepared By Eric Maass, Community Development Director
Applicant
Present Zoning
Land Use
Acerage
Density
Applicable
Regulations
SUGGESTED ACTION
"Motion to recommend City Council adoption of the Heritage Tree Ordinance as presented."
SUMMARY
Staff has prepared a draft Heritage Tree Ordinance applicable to development projects. The ordinance
establishes which trees shall be considered "Heritage Trees" and outlines regulations regarding their
removal and subsequent replacement due to development.
This agenda item was first introduced to the Planning Commission on October 7 and was also reviewed
by the Environmental Commission on October 8. Following a formal recommendation by the Planning
Commission, the ordinance will be brought forward to the City Council for formal adoption
consideration.
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The city's Environmental Resources Specialist, Jamie Marsh, will be in attendance to present the draft
ordinance to the Planning Commission and address any questions or comments from the Commission.
BACKGROUND
DISCUSSION
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the Heritage Tree Ordinance.
ATTACHMENTS
Heritage Tree Redlined Ordinance
Heritage Tree Ordinance
Public Comments
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CITY OF CHANHASSEN
CARVER AND HENNEPIN COUNTIES, MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO. XXX
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1 AND CHAPTER 18, CHANHASSEN,
GENERAL PROVISIONS AND SUBDIVISION CODE, DEFINING HERITAGE TREES
AND ADDING PERFORMANCE STANDARDS RELATED TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF
SUBDIVISION APPLICATIONS AND PRESERVATION OF OR REPLACEMENT OF
HERITAGE TREES
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA ORDAINS:
Section 1. Chapter 1, Section 1-2 of the City Code, City of Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby
amended to include the following:
Heritage Tree means any healthy deciduous or coniferous tree measuring at least
25 inches in diameter at breast height (DBH)
Significant Tree means any healthy tree species measuring five inches or more
DBH; (20)
Critical root zone: the minimum area around the tree that must remain
undisturbed. This is calculated by measuring the tree’s dbh and for each inch of
tree diameter, one foot of root zone radius must be protected. For example, a tree
with a dbh of 10, the critical root zone of the tree is 10 feet (10” dbh x 1’ root
zone protection = 10 feet of root zone protection measured from the base of the
tree in all directions..
Section 2. Section 18-61(d)(2) of the City Code, City of Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby
amended as follows:
(2) Prior to the submittal of development plans, a tree survey of the site shall be
prepared by a registered landscape architect, licensed foresters, or other
professional approved by the city. The tree survey shall reflect conditions on site
at the time of submittal, or shall have been reviewed and updated no more than
two years prior to the submittal date. This survey shall include the species, DBH
size, condition identified as poor, fair, or good, location of all trees over five
inches in diameter and any damaged or diseased trees on site. All heritage,
significant, special, damaged, or diseased trees shall be tagged and identified on
the survey. A delineation of the existing canopy coverage area(s), which outline
all areas covered by tree canopy, shall be included as part of the survey.
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Additionally, all damaged and diseased trees shall be cataloged with the nature
and extent of any damage or disease specified
Section 3. Section 18-61(d)(2)(c) of the City Code, City of Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby
amended to include the following:
c. Priority shall be given to retaining stands of trees and undisturbed wooded
lands , as well as heritage trees. No more than ten percent of the canopy
retention requirement may be met by an individual tree that is not included
within a designated woodland area.
Section 4. Section 18-61(d)(2)(f) and Section 18-61(d)(2)(h) of the City Code, City of
Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby amended as follows:
f. In addition to minimum canopy coverage, if a subdivision proposes to
remove heritage trees, the applicant will be subject to additional
replacement requirements. A removal allowance of up to 25% of heritage
tree diameter inches will be given. Heritage trees removed from the site in
excess of the 25% allowance shall be required to be replaced at a rate of 1
inch of replacement for every 1 inch of heritage trees proposed to be
removed These replacement plantings are in addition to and do not count
towards plantings associated with adherence to canopy coverage
requirements. If an applicant can establish to the sole satisfaction of the
city that their site has been designed such that one or more Heritage Trees
are preserved that otherwise would have been removed, the amount of
diameter inches can be subtracted from the replacement requirements set
forth in part f. The diameter inches subtracted from the replacements
required shall not exceed 25% of the replacement trees.
g. Heritage Trees and Significant Trees shall be considered removed, killed, or
lost if:
1. Shown to be removed on the tree removal plan.
2. 30% or more of the trees critical root zone is damaged by construction
activity including but not limited to compaction, cutting, filling or
grade change. 3. There is damage to the trunk of the tree that causes
the loss of 40% or more of the bark.
4. 40% or more of the canopy is pruned or lost due to construction.
h. General Exemptions:
1. The following species are not to be considered as heritage trees but still
need to be listed on a tree survey if over 5 inches in diameter: ash,
aspen, boxelder, elm, mulberry, willow, and fruit trees.
2. Any invasive or noxious species, as defined by the Minnesota
Department of Agriculture, will not be considered a heritage tree.
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Section 5. Section 18-61(d)(9) of the City Code, City of Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby
amended as follows:
9. If any protected significant trees or heritage trees are removed or killed or there is a
loss of trees as the result of construction activities, the city requires replacement at the
rate of two diameter inches per each inch of DBH of the removed, killed, or lost trees
The replacement deciduous trees shall be at least 2½ inches in diameter and
replacement coniferous trees shall be at least 6 feet at the time of planting. For
replacement calculation purposes, a 6-foot coniferous tree shall be counted as 2
inches dbh replacement and an 8-foot coniferous tree shall be counted as 2.5 inches
dbh. All replacement trees will be species that conform to the "list of desirable tree
species" as established in city code section 18-61. No more than ten percent of the
trees may be from any one tree species, no more than 20% from the same genus and
no more than 30% from the same family. Other species or sizes may be used as
replacement trees, subject to approval by the city. Alternatively, at the city's
discretion, if a developer removes trees within a protected area, the canopy coverage
area shall be calculated for that area, and a replacement area two times the canopy
coverage area that was removed shall be planted. One tree shall be planted for each
1,089 square feet of required replacement area. Trees shall be from the list of
desirable tree species, no more than ten percent of trees from any one tree species,
with an average 2½-inch diameter, a similar species as vegetation existing on-site,
and appropriate to the soil conditions. For any replacement trees that cannot be
planted on the original site due to space restrictions, the developer shall pay the city
the value of the trees, including material and installation, into the community tree
planting fund. For any heritage tree that cannot be replaced on site due to space
restrictions, the developer shall pay the city the value of the tree at twice the rate of
the fee set for significant trees as established within the city fee schedule.
Section 6. This ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and publication.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this ___day of _____, 2025, by the City Council of the City
of Chanhassen, Minnesota
______________________________ ________________________________
Jenny Potter, City Clerk Elise Ryan, Mayor
(Published in the ____________ on ______________________________)
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CITY OF CHANHASSEN
CARVER AND HENNEPIN COUNTIES, MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO. XXX
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1 AND CHAPTER 18, CHANHASSEN,
GENERAL PROVISIONS AND SUBDIVISION CODE, DEFINING HERITAGE TREES
AND ADDING PERFORMANCE STANDARDS RELATED TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF
SUBDIVISION APPLICATIONS AND PRESERVATION OF OR REPLACEMENT OF
HERITAGE TREES
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA ORDAINS:
Section 1. Chapter 1, Section 1-2 of the City Code, City of Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby
amended to include the following:
Heritage Tree means any healthy deciduous or coniferous tree measuring at least
25 inches in diameter at breast height (DBH)
Significant Tree means any healthy tree species measuring five inches or more
DBH; (20)
Critical root zone: the minimum area around the tree that must remain
undisturbed. This is calculated by measuring the tree’s dbh and for each inch of
tree diameter, one foot of root zone radius must be protected. For example, a tree
with a dbh of 10, the critical root zone of the tree is 10 feet (10” dbh x 1’ root
zone protection equals 10 feet of root zone protection measured from the base of
the tree in all directions..
Section 2. Section 18-61(d)(2) of the City Code, City of Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby
amended as follows:
(2) Prior to the submittal of development plans, a tree survey of the site shall be
prepared by a registered landscape architect, licensed foresters, or other
professional approved by the city. The tree survey shall reflect conditions on site
at the time of submittal, or shall have been reviewed and updated no more than
two years prior to the submittal date. This survey shall include the species, DBH
size, condition identified as poor, fair, or good, location of all trees over five
inches in diameter and any damaged or diseased trees on site. All heritage,
significant, special, damaged, or diseased trees shall be tagged and identified on
the survey. A delineation of the existing canopy coverage area(s), which outline
all areas covered by tree canopy, shall be included as part of the survey.
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Additionally, all damaged and diseased trees shall be cataloged with the nature
and extent of any damage or disease specified
Section 3. Section 18-61(d)(2)(c) of the City Code, City of Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby
amended to include the following:
c. Priority shall be given to retaining stands of trees and undisturbed wooded
lands , as well as heritage trees. No more than ten percent of the canopy
retention requirement may be met by an individual tree that is not included
within a designated woodland area.
Section 4. Section 18-61(d)(2)(f), Section 18-61(d)(2)(g) and Section 18-61(d)(2)(h) of the City
Code, City of Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby amended as follows:
f. In addition to minimum canopy coverage, if a subdivision proposes to
remove heritage trees, the applicant will be subject to additional
replacement requirements. A removal allowance of up to 25% of heritage
tree diameter inches will be given. Heritage trees removed from the site in
excess of the 25% allowance shall be required to be replaced at a rate of 1
inch of replacement for every 1 inch of heritage trees proposed to be
removed These replacement plantings are in addition to and do not count
towards plantings associated with adherence to canopy coverage
requirements. If an applicant can establish to the sole satisfaction of the
city that their site has been designed such that one or more Heritage Trees
are preserved that otherwise would have been removed, the amount of
diameter inches can be subtracted from the replacement requirements set
forth in part f. The diameter inches subtracted from the replacements
required shall not exceed 25% of the replacement trees.
g. Heritage Trees and Significant Trees shall be considered removed, killed, or
lost if:
1. Shown to be removed on the tree removal plan.
2. 30% or more of the trees critical root zone is damaged by construction
activity including but not limited to compaction, cutting, filling or
grade change. 3. There is damage to the trunk of the tree that causes
the loss of 40% or more of the bark.
4. 40% or more of the canopy is pruned or lost due to construction.
h. General Exemptions:
1. The following species are not to be considered as heritage trees but still
need to be listed on a tree survey if over 5 inches in diameter: ash,
aspen, boxelder, elm, mulberry, willow, and fruit trees.
2. Any invasive or noxious species, as defined by the Minnesota
Department of Agriculture, will not be considered a heritage tree.
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Section 5. Section 18-61(d)(9) of the City Code, City of Chanhassen, Minnesota, is hereby
amended as follows:
9. If any protected significant trees or heritage trees are removed or killed or there is a
loss of trees as the result of construction activities, the city requires replacement at the
rate of two diameter inches per each inch of DBH of the removed, killed, or lost trees
The replacement deciduous trees shall be at least 2½ inches in diameter and
replacement coniferous trees shall be at least 6 feet at the time of planting. For
replacement calculation purposes, a 6-foot coniferous tree shall be counted as 2
inches dbh replacement and an 8-foot coniferous tree shall be counted as 2.5 inches
dbh. All replacement trees will be species that conform to the "list of desirable tree
species" as established in city code section 18-61. No more than ten percent of the
trees may be from any one tree species, no more than 20% from the same genus and
no more than 30% from the same family. Other species or sizes may be used as
replacement trees, subject to approval by the city. Alternatively, at the city's
discretion, if a developer removes trees within a protected area, the canopy coverage
area shall be calculated for that area, and a replacement area two times the canopy
coverage area that was removed shall be planted. One tree shall be planted for each
1,089 square feet of required replacement area. Trees shall be from the list of
desirable tree species, no more than ten percent of trees from any one tree species,
with an average 2½-inch diameter, a similar species as vegetation existing on-site,
and appropriate to the soil conditions. For any replacement trees that cannot be
planted on the original site due to space restrictions, the developer shall pay the city
the value of the trees, including material and installation, into the community tree
planting fund. For any heritage tree that cannot be replaced on site due to space
restrictions, the developer shall pay the city the value of the tree at twice the rate of
the fee set for significant trees as established within the city fee schedule.
Section 6. This ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and publication.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this ___day of _____, 2025, by the City Council of the City
of Chanhassen, Minnesota
______________________________ ________________________________
Jenny Potter, City Clerk Elise Ryan, Mayor
(Published in the ____________ on ______________________________)
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From:
Sent: Thursday, October 9, 2025 10:06 AM
To: DL Public Comments <publiccomments@chanhassenmn.gov>
Subject: Tree Ordinance Policy
Hello -
I support the preservation of heritage trees. If and when they must be removed, I
support the replacement of additional trees to exceed what has been removed.
Overall, I hope the city sets a goal in 2025/2026 to exponentially add more trees. This
includes the "downtown" Chanhassen area, open spaces that can accommodate
trees, and private property (perhaps incentivize property owners to identify spaces to
add trees to private property).
Thanks,
Casey Norris
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Planning Commission Item
November 3, 2025
Item Approve Planning Commission Meeting Minutes dated October 7, 2025
File No.Item No: D.1
Agenda Section APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Prepared By Amy Weidman, Senior Admin Support Specialist
Applicant
Present Zoning
Land Use
Acerage
Density
Applicable
Regulations
SUGGESTED ACTION
"The Chanhassen Planning Commission approves its October 7, 2025 meeting minutes."
SUMMARY
BACKGROUND
DISCUSSION
RECOMMENDATION
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"The Chanhassen Planning Commission approves its October 7, 2025 meeting minutes."
ATTACHMENTS
Planning Commission Meeting Minutes dated October 7, 2025
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CHANHASSEN PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
OCTOBER 7, 2025
CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Noyes called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair Eric Noyes, Vice Chair Steve Jobe, Jeremy Rosengren, Ryan
Soller, Mike Olmstead, Dave Grover, and Katie Trevena.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Rachel Arsenault, Associate Planner; Eric Maass, Community
Development Director.
PUBLIC PRESENT:
Jospeh Pavelko 6580 Pleasant View Way
Gayle Degler 9111 Audubon Road
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. CONSIDER A VARIANCE FOR A DECREASED FRONT YARD SETBACK FOR A
PROPOSED ATTACHED DECK AT 6580 PLEASANT VIEW WAY (PLANNING
CASE# 25-14)
Rachel Arsenault, Associate Planner, reviewed the proposed variance, applicable city code, and
the criteria for approving a variance.
Chair Noyes commented that the request seemed reasonable and that the lot was a unique
circumstance.
Chair Noyes opened the public hearing.
No speakers approached the podium.
Chair Noyes closed the public hearing.
Chair Noyes asked the Planning Commissioners if they had any additional thoughts or
comments.
The Commissioners indicated they had no additional comments.
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Commissioner Trevena moved, Commissioner Jobe seconded that the Chanhassen
Planning Commission motion to approve the requested decreased front yard setback,
subject to the conditions of approval and adopt the attached Findings of Facts and
Decision.” The motion carried with a vote of 7-0.
2. Ordinance XXX: Amending Chapter 20 to Modify Standards Associated with Accessory
Structures
Eric Maass, Community Development Director, presented why the accessory structure code was
currently under review for potential changes. He also provided graphics to help depict what
could currently be constructed within the 1,000 square feet currently allowed. This included a 4-
stall garage as well as a 3-stall garage with a hobby space. He reviewed the proposed ordinance
amendment for each zoning district, indicating that staff developed the proposed ordinance
utilizing a property's zoning district as the basis for the square footage of accessory structures
allowed, rather than calculating of lot area, as a property's lot area is more likely to change over
time than its zoning classification once developed.
The staff proposed ordinance recommended keeping properties zoned as Single Family
Residential (RSF) to 1,000 square feet of accessory structure space, and increasing the amount to
1,100 square feet for properties zoned Rural Residential (RR) and to 1,200 square feet for
properties zoned Agricultural Estate (A2). Staff utilized 100 square-foot increments based on the
principle that any structure greater than 200 square feet requires a building permit, whereas
another under 200 square feet is only a zoning permit. In addition to the recommended
ordinance, a potential alternate option would allow properties zoned as RR to have up to 1,200
square feet and properties zoned as A2 would have up to 1,400 square feet. Both options also
included the proposed agricultural exemption for agricultural buildings.
Chair Noyes opened the public hearing.
Gayle Degler spoke in favor of the agricultural exemption and the alternative size option to
increase allowed accessory structures.
Chair Noyes closed the public hearing.
The Planning Commission was generally supportive of increasing the square footage allowances
for properties that were zoned as either RR or A2, but held some discussion between the two
alternatives presented by staff. Ultimately, the Planning Commission voiced support for the
lesser of the two alternatives, noting that it would be easier to increase it in the future if a need to
do so was found, versus a much more difficult task of trying to reduce the amount, and that the
larger accessory structures may attract unlawful home occupations. The Planning Commission
also noted that out of the community examples provided, Chanhassen was already one of the
more generous communities when it came to total accessory structure size. The Planning
Commission also asked some clarifying questions regarding agricultural exemptions.
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Commissioner Rosengren moved, Commissioner Jobe seconded to recommend that the
City Council adopt the draft ordinance amending accessory structure size allowances as
presented. The motion carried unanimously with a vote of 7-0.
GENERAL BUSINESS: None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. APPROVAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DATED SEPTEMBER 16,
2025
Commissioner Grover amended page six to not reflect him as the speaker of a comment.
Eric Maass, Community Development Director, asked the commissioners if they remembered
making the comment.
Commissioner Rosengren proposed that it be changed to his name for the pedestrian-related
comment.
Commissioner Olmstead moved, Commissioner Rosengren seconded to approve as
amended the Chanhassen Planning Commission summary minutes dated September 16,
2025, as presented. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 7-
0.
COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS: None.
ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
1. HERITAGE TREE ORDINANCE DISCUSSION
Mr. Maass discussed the heritage tree ordinance, reviewing the definitions that would be created,
additional replacement requirements for removing heritage trees, exemptions to the ordinance
and penalties for unapproved removal of heritage trees.
The Planning Commissioners posed clarifying questions on how this ordinance would work with
the canopy calculations and requirements. They reviewed the heritage tree exemptions, showing
concern for the species exemptions when they are still a part of the tree canopy and provide
benefits. The Planning Commission showed interest in adding incentives to preserve heritage
trees in addition to a protection ordinance. Additionally, they asked about current tree removal
lawsuits in other cities and wanted to verify this ordinance would not cause the potential for a
similar issue.
CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION: None.
OPEN DISCUSSION:
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The Planning Commission inquired about the construction schedule of Civic Campus and if we
are still on schedule for project completion.
Eric Maass, Community Development Director, shared that the Civic Campus project is still on
target for the construction schedule.
ADJOURNMENT:
Commissioner Soller moved, Commissioner Trevena seconded to adjourn the meeting. All
voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 7 to 0. The Planning
Commission meeting was adjourned at 7:17 p.m.
Submitted by Eric Maass
Community Development Director
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Planning Commission Item
November 3, 2025
Item Draft Ordinance XXX: Amending Chanhassen Business Center Planned Unit
Development Zoning Ordinance
File No.Item No: F.1
Agenda Section ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
Prepared By Eric Maass, Community Development Director
Applicant
Present Zoning
Land Use
Acerage
Density
Applicable
Regulations
SUGGESTED ACTION
No formal action; general discussion only.
SUMMARY
The city, in reviewing Planned Unit Development (PUD) ordinances, identified the Chanhassen
Business Center PUD as a zoning ordinance that should be reviewed, as the original PUD ordinance did
not place any restrictions on the permitted accessory uses, conditional uses, or interim uses allowed by
the underlying Industrial Office Park (IOP) zoning district. The PUD zoning ordinance provides the city
with discretion to further restrict the allowed uses from those of the base IOP zoning designation.
Staff has recommended the restriction of the following currently permitted accessory uses:
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1. Automotive Repair Shops
Staff has recommended the restriction of the following currently permitted conditional uses:
1. Contracting yards
2. Hotels and motels
3. Motor freight terminals
4. Screened outdoor storage
The property located at 1850 Lake Drive currently has a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a
contractor's yard. The use would be permitted to continue so long as the terms of the CUP continue to
be met.
Staff is reviewing the property located at 1690 Lake Drive and its existing screened outdoor storage to
verify if the city previously approved that.
BACKGROUND
DISCUSSION
RECOMMENDATION
ATTACHMENTS
Rezoning ordinance
Map of PUD Area
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CITY OF CHANHASSEN
CARVER AND HENNEPIN COUNTIES, MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHANHASSEN BUSINESS CENTER PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT ZONING ORDINANCE
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN ORDAINS:
Section 1. Section (b) of the Chanhassen Business Center PUD is amended in its entirety to
read as follows:
b. Permitted Uses
1. Permitted Uses. The permitted uses in this zone should be limited to light industrial,
warehousing, and office as defined below. The permitted uses shall be limited to those
as defined herein. If there is a question as to the whether or not a use meets the
definition, the City Council shall make that interpretation.
a. Light Industrial. The manufacturing, compounding, processing, assembling,
packaging, or testing of goods or equipment or research activities entirely within
an enclosed structure, with no outside storage. There shall be negligible impact
upon the surrounding environment by noise, vibration, smoke, dust or pollutants.
b. Warehousing. Means the commercial storage of merchandise and personal
property.
c. Office. Professional and business office, non-retail activity.
2. Permitted Accessory Uses. Permitted Accessory Uses shall include all permitted
accessory uses listed within the Industrial Office Park zoning district, excluding the
following uses, which are prohibited.
a. Automotive Repair shops
3. Conditional Uses. Conditional Uses shall include all conditional uses listed within the
Industrial Office Park zoning district, excluding the following uses, which are
prohibited.
a. Contracting yards
b. Gun range, indoor
c. Hotels and motels
d. Motor freight terminals
e. Lumber yards
f. Screened outdoor storage
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Section 2. This ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and publication.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this __th day of _____________, 2025, by the City Council of
the City of Chanhassen, Minnesota.
Laurie Hokkanen, City Manager Elise Ryan, Mayor
(Published in the __________________________ on ______________________________)
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