Planning Commission - 9/4/25 7:00:00PM

The City of Savage Planning Commission held a meeting on September 4, 2025, primarily to discuss a variance request related to the Bluffland Overlay District Standards for a property at 13118 Ottawa Drive. The variance sought approval to modify existing retaining walls and slope protections that were aging and structurally compromised, with the intent to stabilize the steep slope and prevent erosion impacting the Credit River. The commission reviewed the property's history, slope measurements, and the applicant's plans for a boulder landscaping wall. The variance was considered necessary due to practical difficulties arising from prior construction and was recommended for approval to ensure slope stability and protect the environment. The matter was set to be forwarded to the city council for final review on September 15, 2025. Additionally, informational updates included a pending PUD amendment and site plan approval for Meadows Senior Living. No direct contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting.