V. 1. 2022-12 513 7th Avenue South Short-Term Rental CUP
October 25, 2022 Planning Application 2022-12
513 7th Avenue South
Conditional Use Permit Application for Short-Term Rental
Proposed Action: Staff recommends the Planning & Zoning Commission adopt the following
motion: Move to adopt Planning & Zoning Commission Resolution 2022-09, recommending the
City Council approve the Conditional Use Permit application for 513 7th Avenue South to be used
for short-term rental, subject to conditions.
Overview
The applicants, Yevgeniy Ogranovich and Anna Ovsyannikova, have submitted an application for a
conditional use permit to allow short-term rental of their property located at 513 7th Ave S. The subject
property contains a two bedroom, one bathroom single family home with a detached garage and two
off-street parking spaces off the alley. The site is currently guided for Traditional Urban land use by
the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and zoned N3-B, Small Lot Traditional Neighborhood. Based on the
findings in this report, staff recommends approval of this application subject to the conditions detailed
in the attached resolution.
Primary Issues to Consider
• Background
• Conditional Use Permit Review and Approval Criteria
• Alternatives
Supporting Documents
• Application & Narrative
• Resolution 2022-09
_____________________
Kurt Howard
Planner
Financial Impact: $ N/A Budgeted: Y/N ____ Source: _____________
Related Documents (CIP, ERP, etc.): _________________________________________
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Notes:
BACKGROUND
The property at 513 7th Avenue South contains a single family home and detached garage
constructed in 1941 per County records. The property also contains two off-street parking spaces
located next to the detached garage off the alley. The property was purchased by the applicants in
August of 2021 and is currently used for long-term rental. The applicants have applied for a
conditional use permit to allow the property to be used for short-term rental.
ZONING AND LAND USE REVIEW
The 2040 Comprehensive Plan – Cultivate Hopkins guides the future land use of this property as
Traditional Urban. Traditional Urban land use is characterized by moderate density residential
dwellings which are predominantly single family dwellings but include a mix of duplexes and attached
units. The property is zoned as N3-B, Small Lot Traditional Neighborhood. This zone is primarily
intended to accommodate detached houses, semi-detached houses, two-unit houses, and attached
houses in a traditional neighborhood context featuring smaller lots. The Development Code identifies
use of the property for short-term rental as allowable subject to the supplemental use regulations that
are detailed on the following pages and upon approval of a conditional use permit.
PUBLIC HEARING AND NOTICE
The procedures of the Development Code related to review of conditional use permits are detailed in
Article 13 of the Development Code. These procedures require that a public hearing be held by the
Planning & Zoning Commission and that notice of the public hearing be published in the City’s official
newspaper at least 10 days before the day of the public hearing. Additionally, the conditional use
permit procedures require that mailed notice be provided to all owners and occupants of property
within 500 feet of the subject property. Notice of the public hearing was published and mailed
according to these procedures. The City has received no public comments to date.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVIEW AND APPROVAL CRITERIA
A conditional use permit may be approved only if it is determined that the proposed conditional use
meets all of the following criteria:
1) The proposed conditional use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the purposes of
the Development Code
Finding: Staff finds that the proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the
purposes of the Development Code. Use of the property as a short-term rental will not
significantly alter the property’s relationship to or impact on the surrounding neighborhood.
The built form of the property is consistent with the character of the Traditional Urban land
use.
2) The proposed conditional use complies with all applicable provisions of the Development
Code
Finding: Staff finds that with the proposed conditions detailed in the attached resolution, the
proposed conditional use complies with the applicable provisions of the Development Code.
Staff’s review of the applicable supplemental use regulations are detailed on the following
pages of this report.
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3) The proposed conditional use will not be injurious to the neighborhood or otherwise
detrimental to the public welfare
Finding: Staff finds that the proposed conditional use will not be injurious to the
neighborhood or otherwise detrimental to the public welfare. Use of the property as a short-
term rental will not significantly alter the property’s relationship to or impact on the
surrounding neighborhood.
ALTERNATIVES
1. Recommend approval of the conditional use permit application. By recommending approval,
the City Council would consider the recommendation of approval in making its decision to
approve or deny the application.
2. Recommend denial of the conditional use permit application. By recommending denial, the
City Council would consider the recommendation of denial in making its decision to
approve or deny the application. Should the Planning & Zoning Commission consider this
option, it must also identify specific findings that support this alternative.
3. Continue for further information. If the Planning & Zoning Commission indicates that
further information is needed the item should be continued.
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ZONING REVIEW: 513 7th AVENUE SOUTH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR SHORT-
TERM RENTAL
Review Date: October 25, 2022
PROJECT DECRIPTION:
Application for a conditional use permit to use existing single family home for short-term rental
BASE ZONE: N3-B PROPOSED USE: Short-Term Rental
BUILDING TYPES
ALLOWED: Traditional House COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
DESIGNATION: Traditional Urban
BUILDING TYPE
SELECTED: Traditional House EXISTING USE: Household Living, 1 unit
MASTER PLAN
REQUIRED? No DEADLINE FOR ACTION November 26, 2022
ZONING MAP
Review Key
Meets or exceeds
regulation
N/A Regulation does
not apply
Does not meet
regulation
Cond. Met per conditions
? More Information
Needed
PUD PUD/Variance
Deviation
ARTICLE 5 PRINCIPAL USES
Section
of Code Regulation REVIEW NOTES
102-580(h) SUPPLEMENTAL USE REGULATIONS
Cond. 102-580(h)(1) LICENSING AND PERTMITTING
Short-term rentals must comply with all applicable licensing
and permit requirements of the City and Hennepin County.
Proposed condition requires that City licensing
requirements be met prior to the use commencing. The
City is not aware of any County licenses that need to be
obtained.
Cond. 102-580(h)(2) MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY
No more than 6 adults and their dependent children may
occupy rooms within a short-term rental.
Proposed condition prohibits more than 6 adults and
their dependent children occupying the short-term
rental at one time.
102-580(h)(3) ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
Short-term rentals are not permitted on lots occupied by
accessory dwelling units.
No accessory dwelling unit is present on the property.
102-580(h)(4) STRUCTURE AND SITE ALTERATIONS
External structural alterations or site improvements that
change the residential character of the lot upon which a
short-term rental is located are prohibited.
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No external structural alterations or site improvements
are proposed. Cond. 102-580(h)(5) REGISTER OF RENTAL GUESTS
A register of short-term rental guests must be maintained
and made available to the City upon request.
Proposed condition requires a register of short-term
rental guests to be maintained and made available to
the City upon request.
Cond. 102-580(h)(6) SPECIAL EVENTS
Short-term rentals may not be used for special events to be
attended by individuals who are not registered guests of the
short-term rental unit.
Proposed condition prohibits use of the short-term
rental for special events attended by individuals who
are not registered guests.
Zoning Application
Summary Form
Applicant Name (Last, First)
Daytime Phone Other Phone
Email Address
Mailing Address City State ZIP
Property Address City State ZIP
Owner (if other than applicant)
Applicable Current Zoning Districts: Type of Zoning Request:
R-1-A
R-1-B
R-1-C
R-1-D
R-1-E
R-2
R-3
R-4
R-5
R-6
B-1
B-2
B-3
I-1
I-2
Institutional
Business Park
Mixed Use
Concept Review
Conditional Use Permit
Variance
Other
Zoning District Change
Subdivision Approval
Ordinance Amendment
I hereby certify that all data contained herein as well as all supporting data are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
X Applicant Signature Date
X Owner Signature Date
City of Hopkins Planning & Zoning
1010 1st Street South, Hopkins, MN 55343
952.935.8474 | 952.935.1834 (fax) | www.hopkinsmn.com
111015
Application Number
Administrative Data Summary (Office Use Only)
Planning Commission Action Date
Approved
Denied
Council Action Date
Approved
Denied
Resolution Number
Date of Public Hearing Notice
Date of Public Hearing
Application Received
Fee Paid
Referred to City Engineer
Referred to City Attorney
Referred to Watershed District
Yevgeniy Ogranovich, Anna Ovsyannikova (married couple)
720-422-9591, 612-229-7009
anikova1@gmail.com
15610 Holdridge Rd E Wayzata M 55391
513 7th Ave S Hopkins M 55343
Same
Authentisign ID: B3BE138E-8630-ED11-AE83-14CB655B2CA7
Conditional Use Permit Application
Please print or type all information.
A. General Data
Name of Applicant
The above named individual, firm or corporation hereby respectfully submits the following data in support of the
preliminary information provided on the accompanying zoning application summary form dated __________________
for the purpose of securing a Conditional Use Permit.
Contact Person (Last Name, First) Daytime Phone
B. Project Information
1. Specify the section of the ordinance which applied to this project:
2. Brief narrative description of this request:
3. Written justification for request, including discussion of how any potential conflicts with existing nearby land uses
will be minimized:
4. Check all additional supporting documents and data which are being submitted to help explain this project proposal.
Site Plan
Topographic Map
Detailed Narrative
Operation Plans
Engineering Plans
Landscaping Plans
Elevations
Signature
I hereby certify with my signature that all data on my application forms, plans and specifications are true and correct to the best of
my knowledge.
X Signature of Applicant Date
City of Hopkins Planning & Zoning
1010 1st Street South, Hopkins, MN 55343
952.935.8474 | 952.935.1834 (fax) | www.hopkinsmn.com
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For Office Use Only Date ____________________
In accordance with Section _______________ of Ordinance __________________________, the City of Hopkins
hereby approves, denies the foregoing application for a Conditional Use Permit. If approved, said approval
is subject to the following general and special provisions:
Authorized Signature Title
Application Number
Yevgeniy Ogranovich, Anna Ovsyannikova
09/09/2022
Ogranovich, Yevgeniy 720-422-9591
Short Term Rental Permit.
We are applying for an approval of Short Term Rental Permit. This is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Single Family
house. We are experienced, very "hands on" hosts and will do our absolute best to make sure this property is
managed in accordance with highest industry standards. We make sure our guests have good rating/reviews.
We are not aware of any conflicts.
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General Provisions
1. This permit is not valid until the resolution has been recorded at the Office of the County Recorder.
2. This permit does not constitute a building permit, sewage system permit, grading permit, land alteration permit,
well permit, fence permit, sign permit or the like. Separate permits may have to be applied for and obtained in
order to accomplish all the goals of the project authorized herein.
3. The issuance of this permit does not negate the need to secure other permits from other local units of government,
state agencies or federal agencies who may also have jurisdiction over portion of your project.
Expiration
A conditional use permit expires one year after it has been issued unless the use for which the permit has been
granted is in effect. Extensions may be granted provided the applicant submits a letter to the zoning administrator
requesting an extension 30 days before the expiration of said approval. The letter shall state the facts of the request,
showing a good-faith attempt to utilize the permit, and it shall also state the additional time being requested to begin
the proposed construction. The City Council may grant extensions not to exceed one year.
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From:Anna Ovsyannikova
To:Kurt Howard
Subject:[EXTERNAL] NARRATIVE: 513 7th Ave S, Hopkins - Application for a Short term rental.
Date:Wednesday, September 21, 2022 3:28:56 PM
Hello!
We are Anna and Yevgeniy (Eugene), applying for an approval to rent our house in Hopkins short term.
We are experienced landlords with over 10 years of experience.
Recently we have rented our Minneapolis property as an Airbnb, and were very surprised at how much better
home is being treated by the short term tenants.
Now we can analyze the dynamics of that rental, and see what is working best.
Our Hopkins property is a small 2 bedroom, 1 bath Singles Family home. It would make a perfect Short Term
Rental.
It would not be able to accommodate a large group. Most likely, the tenants would be a family or a couple, unlike
bigger homes that can be used for parties.
Airbnb platform gives both Guests and Hosts (Landlords) a rating.
Anna is a 5 star (best score) host: meaning very hands on, immediate response to inquiries/problems, perfect
condition of the property (interior, yard).
Guests are also rated by previous landlords (property cleanliness, communication, etc). With 5 stars being the
highest rating.
We have strict House Rules:
(!) We only allow tenants with 5 star rating to automatically book our property. All others are personally pre-
screened by Anna and are approved on case-by-case basis. Our house is precious to us, so we are strict
when it comes to approving guests. We also want to make sure our neighbors are happy and not bothered
by tenants.
No events/parties
No smoking
Quiet hours 9am - 9 pm. A $500 penalty if the police is called to the property (never happened so
far).
It is very important for both hosts and guests to maintain 5 star rating to ensure future bookings. Our guests have
been absolutely amazing so far! There was less damage than our long term rentals. People are very respectful.
Advantages of renting property short term VS long term:
People typically come to an event (weddings, graduations, funeral, etc.), so they mostly eat and spend time
outside the property with their families and friends and come home to sleep only.
There is less cooking and wear/tear involved.
Parking:
There is a deeded pad in the back that can comfortably fit 2 cars.
There is also a detached 2 car garage that is being used for our own storage.
Pets:
Our present long term tenants have 2 dogs. We do not mind pets, but they will be approved on a case-by-case
basis only to the tenants with previous good reviews
Outdoor light:
We do have a regular outdoor light that would stay on. We are not planning to install any motion activated or any
sort of special lighting that would possibly disturb neighbors.
Move in:
Electronic lock will be used for the smooth self check-in process. It produces a unique combination for each guest
and would only work for the dates rented.
For the neighborhood:
Airbnb has a very high standard for the condition of the property. It has to be kept in a perfect, clean and neat
shape, which is great for the neighborhood. We hire a professional cleaning crew, lawn and landscape
maintenance and snow cleaning services. Unlike long term rental, where yard can get neglected. Airbnb hosts
strand to provide a “home like” experience with cozy and elegant spaces. Outdoor is one of the appealing parts, so
having it neatly designed and maintained is important (which is great for the neighborhood as well).
Our property is precious to us. We want to make sure it is treated well by the tenants (either long or short term).
Safety and well being of the neighborhood is our top priority. We are asking to grant us the permission to rent our
property short term. As experienced landlords, we will do our best to run it properly.
Thank you!
Anna and Eugene
CITY OF HOPKINS
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2022-09
RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT APPLICATION FOR 513 7TH AVENUE SOUTH TO BE USED FOR SHORT-TERM
RENTAL, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS
WHEREAS, the applicants, Yevgeniy Ogranovich and Anna Ovsyannikova, have submitted an application for
a conditional use permit to allow short-term rental of their property located at 513 7th Avenue South; and
WHEREAS, the subject property is legally described as Lot 21, Block 49, West Minneapolis, Hennepin
County, Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, the procedural history of the application is as follow:
1. That the above state application was initiated by the applicant on September 26, 2022
2. That the Hopkins Planning and Zoning Commission, pursuant to published and mailed notice, held a
public hearing on the application and reviewed such application on October 25, 2022; all persons present
were given an opportunity to be heard; and
3. That written comments and analysis of City staff were considered; and
WHEREAS, staff recommended approval of the above stated application based on the findings outlined in the
staff report dated October 25, 2022
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Hopkins
hereby recommends the City Council approve the Conditional Use Permit application from Yevgeniy
Ogranovich and Anna Ovsyannikova to use the property at 513 7th Avenue South for Short-Term Rental,
subject to the conditions listed below.
1. All applicable licensing and permit requirements of the City must be met before the use commences.
2. No more than 6 adults and their dependent children may occupy the short-term rental at one time.
3. A register of short-term rental guests must be maintained and made available to the City upon request.
4. Use of the short-term rental for special events attended by individuals who are not registered guests is
prohibited.
5. A Resolution approving the conditional use permit must be recorded against the property with the
Hennepin County Recorder’s Office and receipt of said recording must be provided to the City before
the use commences.
Adopted this 25th day of October, 2022.
___________________________
Nathan White, Chair