Woodbury Planning Commission 6-29-26

The City of Woodbury Planning Commission held a meeting on June 29, 2026, to review the Bailey West development project, which includes a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, and preliminary plat for approximately 185 acres. The discussion focused on land use changes, zoning modifications, stormwater management, and phased construction plans, including site grading, utility installation, and partial road construction. Public comments raised concerns about the proposed Century Avenue South extension, emphasizing traffic, safety, and environmental impacts, particularly regarding Carver Lake. Commissioners discussed the need to preserve flexibility for alternative access routes and the sequencing of zoning changes pending the 2050 comprehensive plan update. The commission considered conditions related to future development approvals, signage, and traffic management. A motion was made to approve the project with added conditions to allow further study of the Century Avenue connection and alternative access options, reflecting a collaborative approach among Woodbury, Maplewood, and Newport cities.