Item Coversheet

5.B.


Shakopee Planning Commission Meeting
March 7, 2019


FROM: Liz Bushaw, Planner 
TO:Shakopee Planning Commission
Subject:
Vacation of all alley right-of-way located in Block 5, East Shakopee.
Policy/Action Requested:
Offer and pass a motion recommending City Council approval of the vacation of all alley right-of-way located within Block 5, East Shakopee, Scott County, Minnesota
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission forward a recommendation of approval for the vacation of all alley right-of-way located within Block 5, East Shakopee, Scott County, Minnesota.
Discussion:

Jack Hurst has requested a vacation of the unimproved alley right-of-way within Block 5, East Shakopee. If the alley right-of-way is vacated, it will be equally divided among the neighboring lots. Mr. Hurst's intention is to acquire the entire east-west portion of the alley as well as that portion of the north-south alley adjacent to the west of his property from his neighbors. Mr. Hurst would like to have the extra yard space in addition to providing an access to his property from Minnesota Street. Mr. Hurst does not intend to use the extra space for storage.

City departments, Scott County and other outside agencies were given the opportunity to review and provide comments regarding this application. Shakopee Public Utilities and the engineering department have provided memos that are attached. 

A public hearing has been set for Tuesday, March 19, 2019. On that date, comments from staff members and utilities, as well as a recommendation from the Planning Commission, will be presented to the City Council for consideration.

ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Engineering Recommendation
Area Map
SPUC Review