CY16-26

Request of APX Construction, on behalf of 1531 Johnson, LLC., for a planned unit development for the installation of 3 new buildings, that contain a total of 84 residential units, in the R-2, one- and two-family dwelling zoning district. The subject properties are described as Lot 1, Block 2, Campus Cottages, and Outlot A, Campus Cottages subdivision (Blue Earth County PIDs R010920479029 and R010920479030).

The applicant is APX Construction Group, on behalf of 1531 Johnson, LLC. 

The applicant is seeking review for a planned unit development that would include the construction of three buildings for a multifamily development.

In addition to the PUD request, the applicant is seeking that the development not be subject to the 25% rental density ordinance.
 

The subject properties are located on the Eastern side of Pohl Rd and are described as Lot 1, Block 2, Campus Cottages, and Outlot A, Campus Cottages subdivision.

The existing land use is identified as Medium Density Residential. The property is currently sitting vacant. 

The property is zoned R-2, One and Two Family Dwelling District. 

There are identified wetlands onsite. The applicant will need to submit a No Loss Application. 

The property is not currently served by public utilities. The applicant will need to pay WAC and SAC fees for connections. 

The City Code pertaining to the R-2, One and Two Family Dwelling District may be viewed at the following link. 

https://library.municode.com/mn/mankato/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH10LAUSDE_ARTIIREDI_DIV4OMIDWDI 

The applicant is seeking review for a planned unit development that would include the construction of three buildings for a multifamily development.

Floor plans show 84 units between the three buildings with a mix of unit configurations. Proposed finishes on the structures are shown to be a mix of siding configurations in earth-tone colorways. A dog run and patio amenity area are shown along Pohl Road.

The subject properties are located on the eastern side of Pohl Road. A stormwater pond is proposed to accommodate onsite water treatment. The existing wetland areas located on the eastern side of the property are not proposed to be impacted.