Planning Commission Meeting - Feb. 10, 2025

The City of Eden Prairie Planning Commission held a meeting on February 10, 2025, addressing two key public hearings. The first involved a variance request for a homeowner seeking to build a standard-sized deck that encroaches three feet into the rear yard setback. Staff recommended approval, noting the property's unique configuration and minimal neighborhood impact, and the commission approved the variance. The second hearing focused on a proposed development of a 51,966 square foot modern Business Center on a 3.98-acre site formerly owned by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The project includes rezoning to flex service, a preliminary plat, and a site plan that meets all zoning and landscaping requirements without waivers. Discussions covered building design, parking, EV charging readiness, lighting, and neighborhood impact. The commission expressed strong support for the project, highlighting its exemplary design and alignment with the city's evolving character, and unanimously approved it. The meeting concluded with no additional reports or comments.