PC Staff Report Transmission LineCITY OF CHANHASSEN
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PC DATE: June 5, 2018 �j
CC DATE: June 25, 2018 C
REVIEW DEADLINE: July 3, 2018
CASE #: 2018-08
BY: SJ
PROPOSED MOTION: � f I
"The Chanhassen Planning Commission recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit to
allow a transmission line to be located south of the intersection of Audubon and Lyman Boulevard
— Planning Case 18-08 - subject to the conditions of approval and adopts the attached Findings of
Fact and Decision."
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: Consider a request for a conditional use permit to allow a
transmission line to be located south of the intersection of Audubon and Lyman Boulevard.
LOCATION: South of the intersection of
Audubon and Lyman
Boulevard
APPLICANT:
Xcel Energy
Brian Sullivan
414 Nicollet Mall — 414-06
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Brian.E.Sullivan@xcelenergy.com
612-330-5925
PRESENT ZONING:
District (A-2)
2020 LAND USE PLAN:
ACREAGE: 1.4 acres
Agricultural Estate
Office Industrial
DENSITY: NA
LEVEL OF CITY DISCRETION IN DECISION-MAKING:
The city has limited discretion in approving or denying Conditional Use Permits, based on
whether or not the proposal meets the conditional use permit standards outlined in the Zoning
Ordinance. If the city finds that all the applicable conditional use permit standards are met, the
permit must be approved. This is a quasi-judicial decision.
Notice of this public hearing has been mailed to all property owners within 500 feet.
Planning Commission
Xcel Energy Transmission Line CUP — Planning Case 2018-08
June 5, 2018
Page 2 of 8
PROPOSAL/SUMMARY
The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit for the purpose of constructing and
operating a 11 5k
transmission line.
The line is intended
to span 1.5 miles
between the cities of
Chaska and
Chanhassen. It will
begin by connecting
to an existing
transmission line in
the southeast
quadrant of Lyman
Boulevard and
Audubon Road in
Chanhassen. It will
end at the Lake
Hazeltine substation
on the west side of
Columbia Court North in Chaska.
Eighteen structures will be constructed with this project, two are located in Chanhassen and the
remaining 16 structures in the City of Chaska.
Planning Commission
Xcel Energy Transmission Line CUP — Planning Case 2018-08
June 5, 2018
Page 3 of 8
The proposed transmission line will consist of conductors attached to weathered steel monopole structures
with davit arms on a drilled pier concrete foundation.
Staff is recommending approval of the request with conditions.
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS
Chapter 20 -ARTICLE IV. - CONDITIONAL USES
Sec. 20-232. - General issuance standards.
Sec. 20-901. - Overhead transmission lines.
Xcel Energy has elected to follow the local permit review process set forth in Minn. Stat.
§216E.05 Minn. R. 7850.5300 to permit the proposed transmission line and structures. This
process provides that applicants for applicable projects may seek approval from the local unit of
government (LGU) that has jurisdiction over the site or route in lieu of applying to the Minnesota
Public Utilities Commission (PUC) for a Route Permit. hi addition to noticing requirements, the
local review process requires that the LGU:
(1) prepare an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the project and give the public an opportunity
to participate in the development of the scope of the EA, (This was completed by the City of
Chaska),
Planning Commission
Xcel Energy Transmission Line CUP — Planning Case 2018-08
June 5, 2018
Page 4 of 8
(2) Provide a project notice for publication in the EQB Monitor upon completion of the EA and
take public comments, (This was completed by the City of Chaska and the documents are
available to view on in the Project Documents folder for this project on the City of Chanhassen's
website at: www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us/2018-08 ) and,
(3) Make a decision on the permit after at least 10 working days after the project notice appears
in the EQB Monitor. (This will be completed by the City of Chaska).
Since a larger portion of the transmission project is located within the City of Chaska and a
smaller portion in the City of Chanhassen, staff from both cities met to determine which city
would serve as the Responsible Governmental Unit (RGU) for preparation of the EA for the
PUC process. The Chanhassen City Council agreed that Chaska will serve as the RGU for
preparation of the EA for this project.
Pursuant to Chanhassen Code of Ordinances Chapter 20, Zoning Article XXIII, Division 1,
Section Sec. 20-901. - Overhead transmission lines:
Installation of overhead transmission lines in excess of 69 kilovolts shall require the issuance of
a conditional use permit through any district located in the city. The city council, in addition to
the standards established in article IV, may also impose other conditions as deemed necessary to
protect the public health, safety and welfare.
The proposed transmission line project consist of constructing an approximately 1.5 -mile -long,
double circuit, 115 kV transmission line suspended on 18 overhead structures. The proposed
transmission line will begin in the City of Chanhassen with the first structure and connection to the
existing transmission line located on the southeast side of the intersection of Audubon Road and Lyman
Boulevard. It will cross Audubon Road to the west with one more structure in Chanhassen on the east side
of Lake Hazeltine Drive. The remainder of the project will be located in the City of Chaska.
Planning Commission
Xcel Energy Transmission Line CUP — Planning Case 2018-08
June 5, 2018
Page 5 of 8
Two alternative route assessments were considered for the City of Chanhassen prior to deciding on the
proposed route. Those two alternatives were along the north and south of Lyman Boulevard. Xcel energy
worked with staff from the cities of Chaska and Chanhassen, design engineers and environmental
consultants to select the route. One of the main reasons the north alignment was abandoned early in the
process was the presence of wetlands, which caused some engineering constraints.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
ANALYSIS
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit for the construction of a transmission line along
the south of the intersection of Lyman Boulevard and Audubon Road.
FINDINGS
The Planning Commission shall recommend a conditional use permit and the council shall issue
such conditional use permits only if it finds that such use at the proposed location:
1. Will not be detrimental to or damage the public health, safety, comfort, convenience or general
welfare of the neighborhood of the city.
Finding: The transmission will provide a basic utility to the residents of Chanhassen and the
surrounding area.
2. Will be consistent with the objectives of the city's comprehensive plan and this chapter.
Finding: This use is consistent with the objectives of the city's corrtprehensive plan and this
chapter.
Section 1.1 the Community Vision Section of the Comprehensive plan states, "The
City of Chanhassen prides itself in providing sound infrastructure. The City's Pavement
Management System ensures that upgrades occur when needed and are prioritized based on
the condition of pavement. Municipal services such as water and sewer, and private utilities
such as electrical and high-speed internet are readily available, of high quality, and
affordable. "
The proposed transmission line project is being constructed to both modernize and expand
reliable electric service infrastructure.
3. Will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained so to be compatible in appearance with
the existing or intended character of the general vicinity and will not change the essential
character of that area.
Planning Commission
Xcel Energy Transmission Line CUP — Planning Case 2018-08
June 5, 2018
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Finding: The proposed transmission line and two monopoles will be compatible with the area.
Similar structures are currently used in the area. The proposed structure is designed to
weather naturally.
4. Will not be hazardous or disturbing to existing or planned neighboring uses.
Finding: The new transmission line will be located a minimum of 350 feet from the
nearest single family home. Staff requested the applicant conduct an
Electromagnetic Field study. The results are shown in the table below with
comparison to regular household items.
Table 2: Pro
lect Modeled EMF output values
I
ENIF g 0' offset (T4ine centerline) = 26 mG
2
EMF ( 30' offset (edge of AUIV) z 21 mG
3
ENIF 100' offset = 7 mG (based on no other contributions at location)
4
1 EMF 2' 150- offset � 4 mG (based on no other contributions at location)
and Values of EMF
Avnoe
Distance from Source
6 inches
I foot
2 feet
Hain Dritr
300
1
Eiectric Shaver
IOU
20
151)
-
20
Can Opencr
600
Electric Stove
30
u
7
a
2
Television
NA
Portable Heater
IM
20
4
Vacuum Ch:arter
300
60
10
Copy Machine
90
2U
7
Computer
14
5
2
Source' EMF In Your EnOmomew MPA 199'_ ;
Planning Commission
Xcel Energy Transmission Line CUP — Planning Case 2018-08
June 5, 2018
Page 7 of 8
5. Will be served adequately by essential public facilities and services, including streets, police and
fire protection, drainage structures, refuse disposal, water and sewer systems and schools; or
will be served adequately by such facilities and services provided by the persons or agencies
responsible for the establishment of the proposed use.
Finding: Will be served adequately by facilities and services provided by the persons
responsible for the establishment of the proposed use.
6. Will not create excessive requirements for public facilities and services and will not be
detrimental to the economic welfare of the community.
Finding: Will not create excessive requirements for public facilities and services and will
not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community. It will provide a
necessary utility.
7. Will not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment and condition of operation that
will be detrimental to any persons, property or the general welfare because of excessive
production of traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare, odors, rodents, or trash.
Finding: Will not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment and condition
of operation that will be detrimental to any persons, property or the general
welfare because of excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare,
odors, rodents, or trash.
8. Will have vehicular approaches to the property which do not create traffic congestion or
interfere with traffic or surrounding public thoroughfares.
Finding: Will have vehicular approaches to the property which do not create traffic
congestion or interfere with traffic or surrounding public thoroughfares.
9. Will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of solar access, natural, scenic or historic
features of major significance.
Finding: Will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of solar access, natural, scenic
or historic features of major significance.
10. Will be aesthetically compatible with the area.
Finding: Will be aesthetically compatible with the area.
11. Will not depreciate surrounding property values.
Finding: Will not depreciate surrounding property values.
Planning Commission
Xcel Energy Transmission Line CUP — Planning Case 2018-08
June 5, 2018
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12. Will meet standards prescribed for certain uses as provided in this article.
Finding: Not applicable.
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt the following motion:
"The Planning Commission recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit to allow a
transmission line to be located south of the intersection of Audubon Road and Lyman Boulevard
as shown in the attached exhibit A — Planning Case 18-08 - subject to the following conditions:
Approval of the Conditional Use Permit is contingent upon final approval of the EA and
a resolution declaring no need for an Environmental Impact Statement."
ATTACHMENTS
1. Findings of Fact and Decision
2. Development Review Application
3. Affidavit of Mailing of Public Hearing Notice
4. Exhibit A
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CITY OF CHANHASSEN
CARVER AND HENNEPIN COUNTIES, MINNESOTA
FINDINGS OF FACT
AND RECOMMENDATION
IN RE: Application of Xcel Energy for Conditional Use Permit for a transmission line—
Planning Case No. 2018-08
On June 5; 2018, the Chanhassen Planning Commission met at its regularly scheduled
meeting to consider the application of Xcel Energy for a Conditional Use Permit for an
Electric Transmission Line for the property located south of the intersection of Audubon
Road and Lyman Boulevard. The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on
the proposed conditional use permit which was preceded by published and mailed notice.
The Planning Commission heard testimony from all interested persons wishing to speak
and now makes the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The property is currently zoned Agricultural Estate District (A-2)
2. The property is guided for Office/Industrial by the Land Use Plan.
3. The legal description of the property is attached as exhibit A.
4. Section 20-232:
(1) Sec. Will not be detrimental to or damage the public health, safety, comfort,
convenience or general welfare of the neighborhood of the city.
(2) Will be consistent with the objectives of the city's comprehensive plan and this
chapter.
(3) Will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained so as to be compatible in
appearance with the existing or intended character of the general vicinity and
will not change the essential character of that area.
(4) Will not be hazardous or disturbing to existing or planned neighboring uses.
(5) Will be served adequately by essential public facilities and services, including
streets, police and fire protection, drainage structures, refuse disposal, water and
sewer systems and schools; or will be served adequately by such facilities and
services provided by the persons or agencies responsible for the establishment of
the proposed use.
(6) Will not create excessive requirements for public facilities and services and will
not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community.
(7) Will not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment and condition
of operation that will be detrimental to any persons, property or the general
welfare because of excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare,
odors, rodents, or trash.
(8) Will have vehicular approaches to the property which do not create traffic
congestion or interfere with traffic or surrounding public thoroughfares.
(9) Will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of solar access, natural, scenic
or historic features of major significance.
(10) Will be aesthetically compatible with the area.
(11) Will not depreciate surrounding property values.
(12) Will meet standards prescribed for certain uses as provided in this article.
5. The staff report dated June 6, 2018 for Planning Case #2018-08, prepared by
Sharmeen Al-Jaff, et al, is incorporated herein.
RECOMMENDATION
The Planning Commission recommends that the City Council approve the
conditional use permit.
ADOPTED by the Chanhassen Planning Commission this 5th day of June, 2018.
CHANHASSEN PLANNING COMMISSION
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT V O �S
Planning Division — 7700 Market Boulevard CITY OF CIIIASSEN
Mailing Address — P.O. Box 147, Chanhassen, MN 55317
Phone: (952) 227-1300 / Fax: (952) 227-1110
C d APPLIC /A,TIO FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
Submittal Date: J D PC Date: l!/ I O CC Date: 60 -Day Review Date: 3 _
ApplicationSection 1:
(Refer to the appropriate Application Checklist for required submittal iniomiaiior, that must accompany this application)
❑ Comprehensive Plan Amendment .........................
$600
❑ Minor MUSA line for failing on-site sewers
..... $100
❑✓ Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
per lot
❑ Single -Family Residence ................................
$325
❑� All Others... ......................................................
$425
❑ Interim Use Permit (IUP)
❑ In conjunction with Single -Family Residence.. $325
❑ All Others......................................................... $425
❑ Rezoning (REZ)
❑ Planned Unit Development (PUD) .................. $750
❑ Minor Amendment to existing PUD ................. $100
❑ All Others......................................................... $500
❑ Sign Plan Review ................................................... $150
❑ Site Plan Review (SPR)
❑ Administrative.................................................. $100
❑ Commercial/Industrial Districts*......................$500
Plus $10 per 1,000 square feet of building area:
(_thousand square feet)
*Include number of existing employees:
*Include number ofeteww employees:
❑ Residential Districts.................... ............ .......... $500
Plus $5 per dwelling unit (_ units)
❑ Notification Sign (city to install and remove) ..........................
❑ Subdivision (SUB)
❑ Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA)................. $500
NOTE: When multiple applications are processed concurrently,
the appropriate fee shall be charged for each application.
........... $200
❑ Property Owners' List within 500' (city to generate after pre -application meeting) .................................................. $3 per address
(_ addresses)
❑✓ Escrow for Recording Documents (check all that apply) ................................................. .........I .......... .. $50 per document
0 Conditional Use Permit LJ Interim Use Permit ❑ Site Plan Agreement
❑ Vacation ❑ Variance ❑ Wetland Alteration Permit
❑ Metes & Bounds Subdivision (3 docs.) ❑ Easements (_ easements) ❑ Deeds�� 00
TOTAL FEE:
Section 2: Required Information
Description of Proposal: Build 2 structures in Chanhassen for the 1 15k transmission line from the existing line east of
Lyman Blvd & Audubon Rd. in Chanhassen to the Lake Hazeltine Substation in Chaska.
Property Address or Location:
South of the intersection of Lyman Blvd and Audubon Rd
Parcel #: 250220800 and 250221500 Legal Description:
Total Acreage: 1.40 Wetlands Present? ❑ Yes ® No
S 22, T 116, R. 23
Present Zoning: Agricultural Estate District (A2) Requested Zoning: Not Applicable
Present.Land Use Designation: Agriculture Requested Land Use Designation: Not ApQWWn
Existing Use of Property: Agriculture
(DCheck box if separate narrative is attached.
❑ Create 3 lots or less .......................................
$300
❑ Create over 3 lots.......................$600 + $15
per lot
( lots)
❑Metes & Bounds (2 lots)..................................$300
Ed Consolidate Lots..............................................$150
❑ Lot Line Adjustment .........................................
$150
❑ Final Plat ..........................................................$700
(Includes $450 escrow for attorney costs)*
*Additional escrow may be required for other applications
through the development contract.
❑
Vacation of Easements/Right-of-way (VAC)........
$300
(Additional recording fees may apply)
❑
Variance (VAR) ....................................................$200
❑
Wetland Alteration Permit (WAP)
❑ Single -Family Residence ...............................
$150
❑ All Others .......................................................
$275
❑
Zoning Appeal ......................................................
$100
❑ Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA)................. $500
NOTE: When multiple applications are processed concurrently,
the appropriate fee shall be charged for each application.
........... $200
❑ Property Owners' List within 500' (city to generate after pre -application meeting) .................................................. $3 per address
(_ addresses)
❑✓ Escrow for Recording Documents (check all that apply) ................................................. .........I .......... .. $50 per document
0 Conditional Use Permit LJ Interim Use Permit ❑ Site Plan Agreement
❑ Vacation ❑ Variance ❑ Wetland Alteration Permit
❑ Metes & Bounds Subdivision (3 docs.) ❑ Easements (_ easements) ❑ Deeds�� 00
TOTAL FEE:
Section 2: Required Information
Description of Proposal: Build 2 structures in Chanhassen for the 1 15k transmission line from the existing line east of
Lyman Blvd & Audubon Rd. in Chanhassen to the Lake Hazeltine Substation in Chaska.
Property Address or Location:
South of the intersection of Lyman Blvd and Audubon Rd
Parcel #: 250220800 and 250221500 Legal Description:
Total Acreage: 1.40 Wetlands Present? ❑ Yes ® No
S 22, T 116, R. 23
Present Zoning: Agricultural Estate District (A2) Requested Zoning: Not Applicable
Present.Land Use Designation: Agriculture Requested Land Use Designation: Not ApQWWn
Existing Use of Property: Agriculture
(DCheck box if separate narrative is attached.
Section 3: Property Owner and ApplicantInformation
APPLICANT OTHER THAN PROPERTY OWNER: In signing this application, I, as applicant, represent to have obtained
authorization from the property owner to file this application. I agree to be bound by conditions of approval, subject only to
the right to object at the hearings on the application or during the appeal period. If this application has not been signed by
the property owner, I have attached separate documentation of full legal capacity to file the application. This application
should be processed in my name and I am the party whom the City should contact regarding any matter pertaining to this
application. I will keep myself informed of the deadlines for submission of material and the progress of this application. I
further understand that additional fees may be charged for consulting fees, feasibility studies, etc. with an estimate prior to
any authorization to proceed with the study. I certify that the information and exhibits submitted are true and correct.
Name: Xcel Energy Contact: Brian Sullivan
Address:
City/State/Zip:
414 Nicollet Mall, 414-06
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Phone: (612) 330-5925
Cell: (612) 366-0234
Email: brian.e.sullivan@xcelenergy.com Fax:
Brian Sullivan Dlgta"ysigned byWan Wfivan
Signature; Deis; 018.05.01 17=-.66 -W001 Date:
5/1/18
PROPERTY OWNER: In signing this application, 1, as property owner, have full legal capacity to, and hereby do,
authorize the filing of this application. I understand that conditions of approval are binding and agree to be bound by those
conditions, subject only to the right to object at the hearings or during the appeal periods. I will keep myself informed of
the deadlines for submission of material and the progress of this application. I further understand that additional fees may
be charged for consulting fees, feasibility studies, etc. with an estimate prior to any authorization to proceed with the
study. I certify that the information and exhibits submitted are true and correct.
Name: Xcel Energy Contact: Brian Sullivan
Address: 414 Nicollet Mall Phone: (612) 330-5925
City/State/Zip: Minneapolis, MN 55401
Email: brian.e.sullivan@xcelenergy.com
Brian Sullivan D'0Xa1"i1pne00''&l..s &an
Signature: Data: 2018.06.0117=1M MW
Cell: (612) 366-0234
Fax:
Date:
5/1/08
This application must be completed in full and must be accompanied by all information and plans required by
applicable City Ordinance provisions. Before filing this application, refer to the appropriate Application Checklist
and confer with the Planning Department to determine the specific ordinance and applicable procedural
requirements and fees.
A determination of completeness of the application shall be made within 15 business days of application submittal. A
written notice of application deficiencies shall be mailed to the applicant within 15 business days of application.
PROJECT ENGINEER (if applicable)
Name: Westwood Contact: Tom Braman
Address: 12701 Whitewater Drive, Suite 300 Phone: (952) 906-7447
City/State2ip: Minnetonka, MN 55343 Cell:
Email: tom.braman@westwoodps.com Fax:
Section 4: Notification
Information
Who should receive copies of staff reports?
"Other Contact Information:
❑
Property Owner
Via: ❑ Email
❑ Mailed Paper Copy
Name:
❑�
Applicant
Via: Z Email
❑ Mailed Paper Copy
Address:
❑�
Engineer
Via: Email
❑ Mailed Paper Copy
City/State/Zip:
❑
Other'
Via: ❑ Email
❑ Mailed Paper Copy
Email:
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION
City of Chanhassen
Date: May 4, 2018
Applicant: Northern States Power Company, a Minnesota corporation ("Xcel Energy")
Project Description: The applicant proposes to construct and operate a 115kV transmission line
approximately 1.5 -mile long and consisting of approximately 18 transmission structures between the
cities of Chanhassen and Chaska, in Carver County, Minnesota (Exhibits 1-0 through 1-8). It will begin by
connecting to an existing transmission line in the southeast quadrant of Lyman Boulevard and
Audubon Road in Chanhassen. It will end at the Lake Hazeltine substation on the west side of Columbia
Court North in Chaska. Two structures, numbers one and two, will be constructed in the city of
Chanhassen and sixteen will be constructed in the city of Chaska.
Site Location: The project is located in Carver County, Minnesota. Commencing in Chanhassen, in the
southeast quadrant of the Lyman Blvd and Audubon Road intersection, it will follow the southwesterly
side of Lyman Boulevard to the south side of the Twin Cities and Western Railroad. The transmission
route will turn westerly and parallel the railroad until it reaches the north shore of Lake Hazeltine,
where it will turn north on the west side of Columbia Court North, and end at the Lake Hazeltine electric
substation in Chaska. It is located in the west half of Section 22, Township 116N, Range 23W and the
north half of Section 21, Township 116N, Range 23W.
Contact: Brian Sullivan
Xcel Energy
Email address:
Telephone:
414 Nicollet Mall — 414-06
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Brian.E.Sullivan@xcelenergy.com
Gene Kotz
Xcel Energy
414 Nicollet Mall —141-05
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Eugene. Kotz@xcelenergy.com
612-330-5925 612-330-5625
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May 4, 2018
Attached Exhibits:
Exhibits 1-0 through 1-8 Existing Conditions
Exhibits 2-0 Proposed Transmission Line and Right -of -Way
Exhibits 2-1 through 2-8 Proposed Conditions
Exhibits 3-0 through 3-8 Wetlands and Proposed Transmission Line and Right -of -Way
Exhibit 4-0 Example of Typical Weathered Steel Transmission Structure
Exhibits 4-1 - 4-3 Structure Elevation View
Exhibits 4-4 Photographic Rendering of Post Construction Conditions of Structures 1-3
Exhibit A Landowners Within 500 Feet of Proposed ROW
Exhibit B Alternate Routes
N/A Landscape Plan
N/A Sign Plan
Tables:
Table 1: Proposed Structure Specifications
Table 2: Project Modeled EMF output values
Table 3: Sources and Values of EMF
Table 4: Decibel Levels of Common Noise Sources
Table 5: Minnesota Statutory Limits by Noise Area Classification (dBA)
Appendices:
Appendix 1
Letter from City of Chanhassen to City of Chaska
Appendix 2
Landowners within 500 feet of Proposed Route Right of Way
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May 4, 2018
PERMITTING & REGULATORY PROCESS
Xcel Energy has elected to follow the local permit review process set forth in Minn. Stat. §216E.05 Minn.
R. 7850.5300 to permit the proposed transmission line and structures. This process provides that
applicants for applicable projects may seek approval from the local unit of government (LGU) that has
jurisdiction over the site or route in lieu of applying to the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC)
for a Route Permit. In addition to noticing requirements, the local review process requires that the LGU:
(1) prepare an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the project and give the public an opportunity
to participate in the development of the scope of the EA, (This will be completed by the City
of Chaska),
(2) provide a project notice for publication in the EQB Monitor upon completion of the EA and
take public comments, (This will be completed by the City of Chaska) and,
(3) make a decision on the permit after at least 10 working days after the project notice appears in
the EQB Monitor. (This will be completed by the City of Chaska).
Since a larger portion of the transmission project is located within the City of Chaska and a smaller
portion in the City of Chanhassen, staff from both cities met to determine which city would serve as the
Responsible Governmental Unit (RGU) for preparation of the EA for the PUC process. The City Council
of Chanhassen provided the attached letter dated September 26, 2017 agreeing that Chaska will serve as
the RGU for preparation of the EA for this project (Appendix 1).
Pursuant to Chanhassen Code of Ordinances Chapter 20, Zoning Article XXIII, Division 1,
Section Sec. 20-901. - Overhead transmission lines:
Installation of overhead transmission lines in excess of 69 kilovolts shall require the issuance
of a conditional use permit through any district located in the city. The city council, in addition
to the standards established in article IV, may also impose other conditions as deemed
necessary to protect the public health, safety and welfare.
Therefore, Xcel Energy is hereby applying for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) from the City of
Chanhassen for the proposed project in accordance with Chanhassen Code; and Minn. Stat. §216E.05 and
Minn. R. 78505300 described above. In addition, Xcel Energy has applied for a CUP from the City of
Chaska for this project.
BACKGROUND
The proposed 1.5 -mile 115 kV double circuit transmission line project is needed to power the Lake
Hazeltine Substation in Chaska. This will meet the increasing demand for electricity in the City of
Chaska. It will draw electricity from the existing transmission line located in Chanhassen along the
eastern side of Audubon Road at Lyman Boulevard, approximately 700 feet southeast of the Bluff Creek
Substation. This project is the subject of this CUP application and is described below.
PROPOSED PROJECT
The proposed transmission line project consist of constructing an approximately 1.5 -mile -long, double
circuit, 115 kV transmission line suspended on 18 overhead structures (Exhibits 2-0 through 2-8). The
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May 4, 2018
proposed transmission line will begin in the City of Chanhassen with the first structure and connection to
the existing transmission line located on the southeast side of the intersection of Audubon Road and
Lyman Boulevard on land owned by the City of Chanhassen. It will cross Audubon Road to the west
with one more structure in Chanhassen on the east side of Lake Hazeltine Drive. The remainder of the
project will be located in the City of Chaska. It will continue northwesterly for approximately 3,500 feet
along the west side of Lyman Boulevard to the south side of the Twin Cities and Western Railroad tracks.
The transmission route will turn to the southwest and parallel the railroad tracks for approximately 3,000
feet. The transmission route will then cross the railroad tracks in a northwesterly direction for about 850
feet ending with a connection at the Lake Hazeltine Substation.
The proposed transmission line will consist of conductors attached to weathered steel monopole structures
with davit arms on a drilled pier concrete foundation; a typical photograph is shown in Exhibit 4-0. Each
of the structures will range in height from 80-110 feet and have span lengths of approximately 350 feet.
Specialty structures will be used at road and railroad crossings and where the transmission route makes a
significant direction change. Structures will be erected on a reinforced concrete pier foundation
approximately 6 to 8 -feet in diameter. Table 1 provides a summary of the proposed transmission structure
details. Elevations of proposed structures are shown in Exhibits 4-1 through 4-3.
Table 1: Proposed Structure Specifications
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New right-of-way (ROW) acquisition is needed for areas currently outside of the public road ROW and
railroad ROW. Anticipated easement width to be acquired is a nominal 25 to a maximum of 77.8 feet.
Existing ROW will be used where available and the transmission line will be centered over the ROW. The
first two structures will be located in Chanhassen, with the first structure being constructed on a parcel of
land owned by the City of Chanhassen. The remaining 16 structures will be constructed in Chaska
(Exhibits 2-0 through 2-8).
An Xcel Energy land agent has been in contact with all landowners in the project corridor. The land agent
will continue working with landowners to acquire new ROW and/or modify existing ROW easements as
necessary. The land agent will work with landowners to address any construction needs, impacts,
damages or restoration issues. Exhibit A shows landowner parcels within 500 feet of the proposed ROW
and Appendix 2 has a spreadsheet of the landowners from the Carver County Parcel dataset.
Vegetation management will include general vegetation clearing where structures are proposed and tree
removal within the project ROW. Post construction vegetation management will include replanting
graded areas and continued vegetation maintenance as necessary to comply with erosion control and
operation and safety standards.
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The project requires unavoidable crossings of wetlands in Chaska. Temporary and permanent impacts to
wetlands will result. Unavoidable temporary wetland impacts will occur in order to access and build
proposed structures and for stringing conductors. Mats will be used as an access road across wetlands to
structures located in wetlands. Access roads will be up to approximately 28 feet wide, within a permanent
easement that is up to 77.8 feet wide. Staging areas on mats around structures in wetlands will be up to
65 feet in circumference around each structure. In some cases staging this may be reduced to 50 feet
around of each structure. Work in wetlands may start in late spring or summer 2018 and continue through
the fall of 2018 as access allows.
Temporary wetland impacts will be minimized by requiring all work to be performed on mats in a 100 -
foot by 65 -foot area. Additionally only essential equipment will be allowed in wetlands. Unavoidable
permanent wetland impact will result from constructing foundations for eight structures in wetlands:
Structures 3, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, and 16 (Exhibit 3-0 through 3-8). Permanent wetland impact for each
of these eight structure foundations will be an area of eight feet in diameter or less. The permanent
wetland impact for each of the eight structures will be 51 square feet or less. Permanent wetland impacts
will occur from excavating soil at each structure foundation location. The excavated soil will be loaded
into a truck and disposed in an upland area off-site. A structure foundation form will be used along with
rebar and concrete to create the reinforced structure foundation. After the foundation concrete is cured,
the structures will be erected upon the foundations and the conductors will be connected. The mats used
to access the structures in wetlands will be typically removed from the wetlands 60 days following
construction activities.
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An alternative route assessment was considered prior to deciding on the proposed route (See Exhibit B
Alternate Routes). Xcel energy worked with staff from the cities of Chaska and Chanhassen, design
engineers and environmental consultants to select the route. The following factors were considered in the
establishment of the transmission route and structure placement:
1. Source and destination of the route
2. Engineering constraints
3. Environmental impacts
4. Safety
5. Existing electric corridor
6. Cost
Alternate Route A would begin by connecting to the existing transmission line on the northeast side of
Lyman Blvd. near the Bluff Creek Substation. It would proceed westerly along the northeast side of
Lyman for several hundred feet where it would cross to the southwest side of Lyman and proceed
northwest to the railroad where it would turn to the southwest. The route would parallel the railroad
southwest to Lake Hazeltine where it would turn west-northwest and connect the Lake Hazeltine
Substation. Route D started in the same location as Route A but would continue on the northeast side of
Lyman to the railroad.
These two alternatives were not selected for the following reasons: They were not preferred by the cities
of Chaska and Chanhassen. They required additional specialty structures. There were engineering
problems with the school entry drive and elevation drop. The connection to the existing transmission line
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would occur in a wetland and floodplain which could be avoided by selecting another route. Future
maintenance logistics and permit issues were greater for these alternative routes.
Alternate route B was investigated which would use the existing transmission corridor east of the Bluff
Creek Substation and extend north approximately 3,000 feet to the railroad and then follow the south side
of the railroad southwest for approximately 5,200 feet to Lake Hazeltine then cross the railroad track and
connect to the Lake Hazeltine Substation. This alternative was not selected because it was considerably
longer, had greater wetland impact and was closer to the high school play fields and several houses
located north of the railroad track.
Route C was a modified alternative of Routes A, B, and D that would follow the north side of the railroad
tracks. This alternative was not selected because it had greater tree cutting, did not use an existing
electric corridor and would cause impact to a bald eagle nest.
The preferred route was selected because it best met the route decision factors above. It connected best
from the source and destination and was preferred by both the cities of Chaska and Chanhassen. It had the
fewest engineering design problems such as clearance, specialty structures, ground elevation issues,
structure placement and challenges with existing easements. It had the less environmental impact than the
other routes. The safety elements were similar to other routes. It fit better with the existing electric
corridor than other routes. It cost less than other routes.
CUP FILING REQUIRMENTS
Pursuant to Chanhassen Code of Ordinances
Sec. 20-232. - General issuance standards.
The planning commission shall recommend a conditional use permit and the council shall
issue such conditional use permits only if it finds that such use at the proposed location:
(1) Will not be detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety, comfort,
convenience or general welfare of the neighborhood or the city.
To achieve general issuance Standards 1, the project was designed by engineers registered in the State of
Minnesota and will be constructed by craftsmen trained and certified following industry standards and
specifications for mechanical, structural and electrical equipment using standards in place by Xcel Energy
to provide safe, long lasting, reliable and affordable electric service for the area users.
Comprehensive Plan certain uses, including "essential services," are permitted subject to a Conditional
Use Permit. The project constitutes a "privately owned and operated essential service" as defined by
Sections 2.3 and 15 of the ordinance. Section 2.3 of the City Zoning Ordinance also provides that above
ground structures for private essential services shall be classified as a conditional use in all zoning
districts.
Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF) have been modeled at the proposed transmission line between
structures I and 2 in Chanhassen (Table 2). The nearest dwelling will be 350 feet from the transmission
line. The applicant modeled EMF at 0, 30, 100, and 150 foot offsets from the proposed transmission line
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centerline with the results below. The values depict the intensity of EMF, measured in MilliGauss (mG)
and are based on peak summer loading provided by Xcel Planning. Under the transmission right-of-way,
the EMF values produced from the proposed project be similar compared to other common EMF sources
people encounter on a regular basis as shown in Table 3. Outside of the transmission right-of-way, the
EMF values encountered will be similar or lower.
Table 2: Pro'ect Modeled EMF output values
1
EMF @ 0' offset (T -line centerline) = 26 mG
2
EMF @ 30' offset (edge of ROW) = 21 mG
3
EMF @ 100' offset z 7 mG (based on no other contributions at location)
4
EMF @ 150' offset z 4 mG (based on no other contributions at location)
Table 3: Sources and Values of EMF
Appliouce Distance from Source
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Electric Shaver 100 20 __
Can Opener 600 150 20
Electric Stove 30 8 2
Television ISA ? 2
Portable Heater 100 20 4
Vacuum Cleaner 300 60 10
Copy Machine 90 20 ?
Computer 14 5 '
Source: EMF In i'aurEnvironment (EPA 1992).
(2) Will be consistent with the objectives of the city's comprehensive plan
and this chapter.
The project is consistent with the comprehensive plan and this chapter's objectives.
Section 1.1 the Community Vision Section of the Comprehensive plan states, "The
City of Chanhassen prides itself in providing sound infrastructure. The City
's
Pavement Management System ensures that upgrades occur when needed and are
prioritized based on the condition of pavement.
(2) Will be consistent with the objectives of the city's comprehensive plan
and this chapter.
The project is consistent with the comprehensive plan and this chapter's objectives.
Section 1.1 the Community Vision Section of the Comprehensive plan states, "The
City of Chanhassen prides itself in providing sound infrastructure. The City
's
Pavement Management System ensures that upgrades occur when needed and are
prioritized based on the condition of pavement.
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Municipal services such as water and sewer, and private utilities such as electrical and
high-speed internet are readily available, of high quality, and affordable. "
The proposed transmission line project is being constructed to both modernize and
expand reliable electric service infrastructure.
(3) Will be designed, constructed, operated and maintained so to be
compatible in appearance with the existing or intended character of the
general vicinity and will not change the essential character of that area.
The proposed transmission line structure appearance was taken into consideration during the
design. An example of a proposed weathered steel structure is shown in exhibit 4-0. A post
construction photographic rendition of the structures proposed for the project in Chanhassen
are shown from a viewpoint looking south across the Lyman Boulevard and Audubon Road
intersection (Exhibit 4-4). Similar structures are currently used in the area. The proposed
structure is designed to last for decades and weather naturally; it requires no painting and
infrequent maintenance.
(4) Will not be hazardous or disturbing to existing or planned neighboring
uses.
The proposed transmission line was designed and centered within a right-of-way corridor up
to 77.8 feet wide and it utilizes portions of existing electrical utility corridors. It was
designed so it will have no adverse effects to existing or planned neighborhood uses.
(5) Will be served adequately by essential public facilities and services,
including streets, police and fire protection, drainage structures, refuse
disposal, water and sewer systems and schools; or will be served
adequately by such facilities and services provided by the persons or
agencies responsible for the establishment of the proposed use.
The proposed transmission line is part of the utility system.
(6) Will not create excessive requirements for public facilities and services
and will not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community.
The proposed transmission line will be owned and maintained by Xcel Energy and will not
be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community.
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(7) Will not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment and
conditions of operation that will be detrimental to any persons, property
or the general welfare due to excessive production of traffic, noise,
smoke, fumes, glare, odors, rodents or trash.
The proposed transmission line will be constructed, operated and maintained following its
permitted use and conditions. General mechanized land clearing is not proposed for this
project. Clearing is required and limited to the immediate area of the structures. Trees will
be cut from the transmission corridor to provide a safety zone around the transmission
conductors. Equipment used for the project includes flat-bed semi -trucks for delivery of
structure components and equipment, excavators, loaders and dump trucks for boring the
foundation hole and removal of excess soil, cement trucks for constructing the reinforced
concrete structure foundations and boom trucks for structure erection and conductor
stringing. This equipment will comply with state and federal regulations for noise and
emissions. Equipment will be operated in a safe manner by trained personnel.
The project will be constructed so it will not produce excessive traffic. Xcel Energy will
work with the City staff to coordinate construction schedules to minimize disruption of
traffic.
Sound will be produced during construction and operation of the transmission line. Table 4
shows average decibel levels (dBA) or pressure levels of common noise sources. Minnesota
noise standards, which are summarized in Table 2 will not be exceeded during construction
or operation of the project. All construction work will be completed during daylight hours
using equipment designed and maintained to operate using sound abating mufflers. During
transmission line operation, noise levels produced are low and they will be below the state
threshold.
Table 4: Decibel Levels of Common Noise Sources
Sound pressure levels
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110
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Library, quiet urban nighttime
Quiet suburban nighttime
30
Bedroom at night
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Broadcast recording studio
10
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Threshold of hearing
Source: (Minnesota Pollution Control Aeencv. 2015. A Guide to Noise Control in Minnesota)
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Table 5: Minnesota StatutoryLimits
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Noise Area Classification dBA
Noise Area Classification
Lto
Daytime
L5o Lto
Nighttime
Lso
1
65
60 55
50
2
70
65 70
65
3
80
75 80
75
Source: (Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, 2015. A Guide to Noise Control in Minnesota)
In Minnesota, statistical sound levels (L Level Descriptors) are used to evaluate noise levels
and identify noise impacts. The L5 is defined as the noise level exceeded 5% of the time, or
for three minutes in an hour. The Lio is defined as the noise level exceeded 10% of the time,
or for six minutes in an hour. The L5o is defined as the noise level exceeded 50% of the
time, or 30 minutes in an hour. Regulations differ in Minnesota based on daytime noise and
nighttime noise and are further separated into land use or Nose Area Classification (NAC) of
the noise receiver.
NAC 1 is for land use activities such as: residential housing, religious activities, camping and
picnicking areas, health services, hotels, educational services. NAC 2 is for: retail, business
and government services, recreational activities, transit passenger terminals. NAC 3 is for:
manufacturing, fairgrounds and amusement parks, agricultural and forestry activities. NAC 4
is for: undeveloped and unused land. The NAC is found in Minnesota Rule 7030.0050.
During construction, noise will occur from structure foundation installation equipment and
structure erection equipment. Typical equipment will include semi -trucks for equipment and
supply delivery, track excavators, foundation drilling rigs, dump trucks, cement trucks and
boom trucks. Noise generated during the transmission line construction will occur in phases
over a few months. Most tasks take a few days to a few weeks to complete with waiting
times between them for example, concrete curing and inspection.
During transmission line operation, audible noise generated by a 115kV transmission line was
modeled by Xcel Energy using software produced by Bonneville Power Administration. Results
show noise generated under the worst case wet conditions scenario that the audible L5 and
L5o noise levels modeled at the edge of a 75 -foot -wide right-of-way (37.5 feet from
centerline) would be at 22.2dBA and 18.7 dBA, respectively. These levels are below the
state noise thresholds reported in the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency nighttime L5o
limit of 50 dBA which is also shown in Table 5.
Smoke, fumes and odors will be produced during construction but quantities and duration
will not be excessive. Sources of smoke, fumes and odors will come from equipment and
fabricating the proposed structures in Chanhassen and Chaska. Sources of smoke, fumes
and odors may include welding or cutting steel for transmission structure foundations,
concrete, operation of diesel powered equipment, chain saws used to cut trees and use of
construction tools and equipment. Activities generating smoke, fumes and odors may last a
few days or weeks. Operation of the transmission line will not produce smoke, fumes or
odors.
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Glare may occur from reflecting light off equipment windows in insignificant amounts and
for short periods and occasionally as the operating transmission line conductors may reflect
light. It will be similar to existing conditions in the area of the proposed transmission line.
The structures will be weathered steel and will have a low reflective surface.
The project will not produce or support habitat for rodents. Trash generated by the project
will not support rodent habitat as it will be limited to construction waste. Trash will be
promptly contained, collected and disposed or recycled at a licensed waste facility following
Xcel Energy construction standards.
(8) Will have vehicular approaches to the property which do not create
traffic congestion or interfere with traffic or surrounding public
thoroughfares.
During construction, vehicular and equipment access to the construction corridor and
structure locations will be coordinated with the City staff to minimize disturbance,
congestion and interfere with traffic. There will be construction equipment moving to and
from the site and it will be managed and directed in a safe and orderly process following
Xcel Energy's construction and operation standards.
During transmission line operations there will be no interference with vehicular approaches
or traffic congestion or interference. The transmission conductor was designed to span over
Audubon Road at a minimum height of approximately 45 feet. This is higher than existing
wires or traffic signals at this road (Exhibit 4-5 through 4-7).
(9) Will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of solar access, natural,
scenic or historic features of major significance.
Construction and operation of this project will not result in the destruction, loss or damage
of solar access, natural, scenic or historic features of major significance.
(10) Will be aesthetically compatible with the area.
Construction and operation of this project will be aesthetically compatible with the
area. Construction disturbance will cover a small area. A post construction
photographic rendition of the structures proposed for the project in Chanhassen is
shown from a viewpoint looking south across the Lyman Boulevard and Audubon Road
intersection (Exhibit 4-4). The selection of the weathered steel structure is
aesthetically compatible to the area and similar to structures currently used in the area.
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(11) Will not depreciate surrounding property values.
Construction and operation of this project will not depreciate surrounding property values.
Landowners affected by the project will be compensated for the use. The location of the
project was selected to meet the area residence and industrial customer's electric demand
and for high quality, reliable and modern electrical transmission infrastructure.
The proposed transmission line would be located primarily in an industrial developed area in Chaska and
adjacent to agricultural lands in Chanhassen. The nearest dwelling is located 350 feet from the proposed
transmission line in Chanhassen. The proposed use will not injure or detract from the use of the
neighboring property or from the character of the neighborhood because the proposed transmission line is
planned to be located in a disturbed corridor adjacent in an existing electric line corridor, thus minimizing
proliferation. It will utilize portions of existing essential service corridors and easements. This will reduce
impacts to the character of the area as compared to adding a new corridor. Over a portion of the route, the
project will consolidate essential service use by co -locating an existing electrical line onto the new
structures.
(12) Will meet standards prescribed for certain uses as provided in this article.
Xcel Energy will continue to meet with and comply with prescribed standards set forth by the
City of Chanhassen to build and operate a successful and sustainable electrical transmission
project.
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Appendices
Appendix A
September 26, 2017
CITY OF C HANHASSE N
Chanhassen is a Community for Life -Providing for Today and PlanningforTomorrow
Mayor Mark Windschitl
Chaska City Council
Chaska City Hall
One City Hall Plaza
Chaska, MN 55318
Honorable Mayor Windschitl:
The City of Chanhassen understands that Xcel Energy, Inc. will make application with the cities
of Chaska and Chanhassen for local permitting of a high voltage transmission line route permit,
pursuant to M.S. 216E05. The 1.5 -mile 115kV electrical transmission line project extends from
an existing transmission structure at the intersection of Lyman Boulevard and Audubon Road. It
then follows the west side of Lyman Boulevard to the Twin Cities and Western Railroad
Company tracks and follows the south side of the tracks until it crosses over to connect into the
Lake Hazeltine Substation located on Columbia Court North.
Minnesota Rule 7850.5300 stipulates that this local permitting process include environmental
review conducted by the Responsible Governmental Unit (RGU) in the form of an
Environmental Assessment (EA). Because a single EA is to be prepared to support the
permitting effort, projects that span multiple jurisdictions can agree on one entity assuming the
lead role in its preparation. Based on discussions with staff, the City of Chaska will assume this
lead role.
The City of Chanhassen hereby agrees that the City of Chaska can proceed as the Responsible
Governmental Unit for preparation of the EA. Further, the City of Chanhassen conveys this
agreement via this letter to the City of Chaska and the Public Utilities Commission (PUC).
Sincerely,
Denny Laufenburger
Mayor
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Appendix B
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
AFFIDAVIT OF MAILING NOTICE
STATE OF MINNESOTA)
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COUNTY OF CARVER )
I, Kim T. Meuwissen, being first duly sworn, on oath deposes that she is and was on May
24, 2018, the duly qualified and acting Deputy Clerk of the City of Chanhassen, Minnesota; that
on said date she caused to be mailed a copy of the attached notice of hearing to consider a
Conditional Use Permit for a transmission line located at the south intersection of Lyman
Boulevard and Audubon Boulevard and zoned Agriculture Estate District (A2)
Applicant/Owner Xcel Energy. to the persons named on attached Exhibit "A", by enclosing a
copy of said notice in an envelope addressed to such owner, and depositing the envelopes
addressed to all such owners in the United States mail with postage fully prepaid thereon; that the
names and addresses of such owners were those appearing as such by the records of the County
Treasurer, Carver County, Minnesota, and by other appropriate records.
Subscribed and sworn to before me
this -2tt day of 2018.
of Public
Kim T. Meuwissen, DCQlerk
JENNIFER ANN POTTER
Notary Public -Minnesota
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