2025-067 Resolution Approving First Reading of Planned Unit Development for FootprintCITY OF HOPKINS
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-067
A RESOLUTION APPROVING FIRST READING OF A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
(PUD) REZONING ORDINACE AND A PUD SITE PLAN FOR
501 MAINSTREET AND 15 - 6TH AVENUE NORTH
WHEREAS, the City of Hopkins (“City”) has received an application from 501 Mainstreet LLC
(“Applicant”) requesting approval of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Rezoning and Site Plan
for property legally described as follows:
Legal Description:
All of Lot 5, and the South 110 feet of Lot 6, AUDITOR'S SUBDIVISION NO. 242,
Hennepin County, Minnesota
and
Lot 6, Block 4, WEST MINNEAPOLIS SECOND DIVISION, and the South 50 feet of the
North 162.2 feet of Lot 3, AUDITOR'S SUBDIVISION NO 242, Hennepin County,
Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, the subject property is located at 501 Mainstreet and 15 6th Avenue North, and is
currently zoned RX-D, Mixed Use Downtown District; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant proposes to redevelop the described property. The proposal includes
construction of a four-story, 41-unit apartment building with related parking, landscaping, and
site improvements; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the PUD is to allow for flexibility from requirements for parking,
setbacks, site coverage, building design, and landscaping in exchange for a higher-quality
overall development consistent with City objectives; and
WHEREAS, notice of a public hearing on the proposed PUD was published in the official
newspaper and mailed to property owners and tenants within 500 feet of the subject property in
accordance with Minnesota Statutes and the Hopkins City Code; and
WHEREAS, the Hopkins Planning & Zoning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on
October 28, 2025 to consider the request, at which time all persons present were given the
opportunity to be heard; and
WHEREAS, the Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed the application materials, Planning &
Zoning Report 2025-10 dated October 28, 2025, and all supporting documentation, and adopted
a resolution recommending that the Planned Unit Development request be approved; and
WHEREAS, staff recommended approval of the above stated application based on the findings
outlined in City Council Report 2025-164 dated November 18, 2025; and
WHEREAS, the Hopkins City Council finds that:
1. The development provides high-quality infill housing consistent with the RX-D district
and is compatible with surrounding land uses and development patterns.
2. The proposed design enhances Mainstreet’s urban character and pedestrian
environment.
3.Flexibility granted through the PUD is balanced by superior design, sustainability, and
site amenities that would not be achievable under standard zoning provisions.
4.The project supports the City’s Comprehensive Plan goals for downtown infill
development, housing diversity, re-use of brownfield sites, and transit-oriented growth.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Hopkins hereby
approves a first reading of Ordinance 2025-1229 a PUD Rezoning and PUD Site Plan, for
501 Mainstreet and 15 6th Avenue North, subject to the following conditions:
1.Approved Plans: The project shall be developed in substantial conformance with the
plans dated September 25, 2025, prepared Advance Surveying & Engineering, and by
Collage Architects and except as modified herein, on file with the City.
2.Engineering and Public Works Requirements: The Applicant shall comply with all
conditions and comments of the City Engineer and Public Works Director, including but
not limited to stormwater management, grading, and utilities.
3.Building and Fire Codes: All structures and site improvements shall comply with
applicable City, State, and Federal building and fire safety codes.
4.MPCA Compliance: No building permits shall be issued until the required additional
vapor-sampling event and any necessary mitigation actions under State Statute are
identified.
5.Signage: Separate sign permits shall be required for any exterior signage.
6.Fencing: Separate fence permits shall be required for fencing installed on the subject
property
7.Dog Run: The pet exercise area shall be operated and maintained in sanitary condition
and buffered as depicted in the plans to prevent odor or noise impacts on adjacent
properties.
8.PUD Agreement: A PUD Development Agreement shall be executed prior to building
permit issuance.
9.Minor Revisions: Staff may approve minor plan modifications consistent with the intent of
this approval.
10.Watershed District Approval: Approval of the development by the Nine Mile Creek
Watershed District and conformance with all related conditions.
11.Sustainable Building Policy Requirements: Applicant must comply with the requirements
of the sustainable building policy including, but not limited to, submitting calculations
indicating predicted greenhouse gas emissions produced from the development, and
predicted percentage of energy on-site sourced by renewable energy.
12.Payment of all applicable development fees including, but not limited to Sewer Access
Charges, and City Attorney fees.
Adopted this 18th day of November, 2025.
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ATTEST: Patrick Hanlon, Mayor
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Amy Domeier, City Clerk