Resolution approving a Conditional Use Permit to allow for residential apartment units in the B-3, Highway Commercial, zoning district (1247 Range Street); by request of Web Construction.

At the February 25, 2026, meeting, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the conditional use permit. 

WEB Construction requests an amendment to the previously approved conditional use permit to convert the planned commercial spaces on the main floor into thirteen residential apartment units. This amendment is intended to align the property more closely with its established residential character and with the recently adopted amendment to the Mankato City Code permitting apartments within the B-3, Highway Business District.

The existing storefronts on the south and east elevations will be modified to provide access to the additional units. Proposed floor plans indicate the creation of thirteen studio apartments on the first floor. The second through fourth floors currently contain seventy-two units, consisting of fifteen one-bedroom units and five two-bedroom units per floor. Upon completion, the building will include thirteen studio units, fifty-three one-bedroom units, and nineteen two-bedroom units. The fifth floor will remain dedicated to amenity space, featuring a lounge and deck area accessible via elevator and stairway.

The proposal includes 168 parking stalls. The applicant has also provided nine bicycle parking spaces, comprising two exterior stalls and seven interior stalls. Existing landscaping will remain and continues to provide screening for the parking areas. Trash facilities are located within the building, and existing exterior lighting will be retained.

Additional amenity spaces will be incorporated on the main level, including a patio and grilling areas. A rooftop deck will offer outdoor living space with grills, recreational games, and green space.

Vehicular access will transition from its current location on Range Street to Hiniker Parkway upon completion of the associated roadway project.