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James Cardwell, 7115 King's Road, Victoria, commented on the agenda items' title change and
asked whether this would set a precedent to establish access to Chanhassen sewer and water
services for future projects. He expressed concerns about the safety in the neighborhood with the
proposed expansion.
Linda Paulsen, 7603 Frontier Trail, voiced her appreciation for discussing the fireplace in the
High Timber Lounge.
PUBLIC HEARINGS.None.
GENERAL BUSINESS.
1. Consider Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, and Development Contract Approval for
Waterview, a proposed 5-lot subdivision at 6870 Minnewashta Parkway
Eric Maass, Community Development Director, explained that subdivisions typically contain
detailed construction plans. He stated this development completes a subdivision and does not
need additional roads, which is why the developer submitted the preliminary plat, final plat, and
development contract at the same time.
Rachel Jeske, Planner, reviewed the scope of the 6870 Minnewashta Parkway subdivision and
community engagement completed for the project to this point. She displayed the existing
conditions and location of the project. She reviewed the proposal for the project and the staff
comments for the landscaping plan. She explained the access for the lots on White Oak Lane and
Stratford Lane. She summarized the existing utilities and additional utility needs.
Mayor Ryan asked if Outlot A and Outlot B would have lake access.
Ms. Jeske answered that Outlot A would be a part of Lot 4 and Outlot B would be a part of Lot 5
and would have lake access. They cannot be sold separately.
Mayor Ryan stated that Lake Minnewashta Association had restrictions and asked if lots were
currently in place.
Ms. Jeske responded that she thought there was one dock in place, but one would need to be
added.
Mayor Ryan asked if this would be a part of the development contract.
Ms. Jeske answered that the city does not regulate docks, but each property is permitted one
dock.
Mayor Ryan asked if there were stairs going down to the shore.
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Ms. Jeske responded that Outlot A had concrete stairs to the lakeshore and Outlot B had a
driveway.
Mayor Ryan asked if anything could be developed on these outlots.
Ms. Jeske answered that there could typically be one lake-related structure per lot but they need
to follow setbacks. She commented that Outlot A had a steep slope.
Mr. Maass stated that when the developer was looking at these lots, the question was asked if all
five lots could have lake access. The area around the lake does not have enough area for a beach
lot. He explained the process to determine the outlots and connection to the respective lots.
Mayor Ryan asked if there was a shared driveway.
Ms. Jeske responded that there was no shared driveway.
Councilmember Kimber moved, Councilmember McDonald seconded that the Chanhassen
City Council approve the requested preliminary plat, final plat, and development contract
for the five-lot subdivision located at 6870 Minnewashta Parkway subject to the conditions
of approval and adopt the attached Findings of Fact and Decision. All voted in favor, and
the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS. None.
ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS. None.
CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION.
1. Items of Historical Significance Update— Country Inn and Suites and the High Timber
Lounge
2. Construction Update on Chanhassen Cinema & Hotel Redevelopment
Councilmember Kimber moved, Councilmember Schubert seconded to adjourn the
meeting. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0. The
City Council meeting was adjourned at 7:33 p.m.
Submitted by Laurie Hokkanen
City Manager
Prepared by Jenny Potter
City Clerk
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