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Commission recommends approval of certified survey map to enable two-phase River Place multifamily project
Summary
The commission voted to recommend approval of a two-lot certified survey map that reconfigures three existing lots at River Place to facilitate a two-phase multifamily development; staff noted easements and shared-access agreements will be required and the item will also go to the public works committee.
The Monona Plan Commission recommended approval of a certified survey map (CSM) that would reconfigure three existing parcels at River Place into two lots to enable a two-phase multifamily development.
Dean Day of Donaprio Cacchi & Associates, representing DSI Real Estate, told the commission the CSM “would reconfigure the lots and facilitate the proposed future development on the site.” The developer confirmed acceptance of the conditions of approval recommended by staff.
City staff explained the CSM would allow the developer to redevelop proposed Lot 2 first while keeping the existing office building on proposed Lot 1 until that parcel is redeveloped later. Staff also said the proposed lots are consistent with prior General Development Plan (GDP) and PIP approvals and that the parcels are greater than 1.5 acres to the ordinary high watermark, shown as 1.55 and 1.59 acres in the staff materials.
The commission’s review highlighted site easements and access. Staff and commissioners noted the plan includes public and private easements, some of which may need relocation or utility adjustments during future development. A commissioner raised concerns about a 15-foot water-main or maintenance easement along the east side that historically provided city access for lagoon dredging and shoreline work; staff recommended public works review. Another issue discussed was the proximity of an existing building to the proposed lot line. Commissioners emphasized that shared-access and parking agreements must address fire access, maintenance, and long-term use if phase two does not proceed.
The planning consultant reported the city’s consulting engineer (Vierbicker) reviewed the CSM and suggested edits that staff included as conditions of approval. Because of the easement impacts, staff said the item will proceed to the public works committee in early August for additional review.
The commission moved to recommend approval of the two-lot CSM with staff conditions and a note to include the issues raised by commissioners; the motion passed.
