P&Z Resolution 2023-12 - Resolution Recommending the City Council Approve an Ordinance Amending Chapter 102 of the City Code Regarding New Construction of Attached Garages in N3-B ZonesCITY OF HOPKINS
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2023-12
RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING CHAPTER 102 OF THE CITY CODE REGARDING NEW
CONSTRUCTION OF ATTACHED GARAGES IN N3 -B ZONES
WHEREAS, the City of Hopkins' updated Zoning Code adopted established provisions
related to setbacks and garage door location for attached garages; and
WHEREAS, the proposed ordinance is intended to offer relief to new construction on
properties located in N3-13, Small Lot Traditional Neighborhood zones that are not
served by an improved alley while still encouraging development to be human -scaled
and pedestrian oriented; and
WHEREAS, the Hopkins Zoning and Planning Commission, pursuant to published
notice, held a public hearing on and reviewed the proposed ordinance on August 22,
2023: all persons present were given an opportunity to be heard; and
WHEREAS, the written comments and analysis of City staff were considered.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning & Zoning Commission of the
City of Hopkins hereby recommends the City Council of the City of Hopkins approve an
ordinance amending Chapter 102 of the City Code Regarding Attached Garages for
New Construction in N3-13 Zones.
Adopted this 22nd day of August, 2023.
jAndwWright, Chair %