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Council approves Highland Park Public Library expansion, rezoning and parking exception after split vote
Summary
The council approved rezoning, a final plat and a special-use permit to allow a 7,850-square-foot library addition and granted a 40-space parking exception; the measures passed 5-2 after debate over loss of green space and process concerns.
The Highland Park City Council voted 5-2 on Jan. 27 to approve a package of measures allowing the Highland Park Public Library to expand: rezoning several parcels to the PA (public activity) district, approving a final plat of subdivision, and granting a special-use permit and a special exception for parking relief that reduces the library—s required on-site parking by 40 spaces. Councilmembers Tapia and Littler voted no.
Director of Community Development Veil Fontaine summarized staff and plan-commission review. The proposed addition is about 7,850 square feet, with a maximum height of 32.5 feet. The plan includes extensive landscaping; staff said the proposal provides a surplus of shrubs and trees relative to code requirements. The project would keep…
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