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Platteville council approves PUD for Saint Augustine Chapel, updates transportation classifications and moves on code enforcement matter
Summary
The council approved a planned-unit development for Saint Augustine Chapel at 135 S. Hickory Street (developer to pay hydrant relocation costs) and adopted the city's urban area functional classifications. Staff also outlined a raze-order process for 645 Sickles Street and discussed a Trail View development RFP.
At its Jan. 13 meeting the Platteville Common Council approved a Planned Unit Development (PUD) specific implementation plan to allow construction of a new Saint Augustine Chapel/Newman Center at 135 South Hickory Street and adopted an updated urban area functional classification map used to determine federal and state road-funding eligibility.
Joe, planning staff, said the chapel project aligns with a 2016 concept plan and the planning commission recommended approval. Council approved the SIP with language that the developer will pay the cost to relocate a fire hydrant and associated easement modifications.
Staff also presented a routine Federal Highway Administration/State DOT update to the city's functional classifications (arterials, collectors, local streets); council voted to adopt the map so qualifying streets remain eligible for surface transportation program funds.
On code enforcement, Joe updated council on a multi-year property-maintenance case at 645 Sickles Street. An inspection found the structure unsafe and an estimated repair cost above $150,000 (exceeding 50% of assessed value), prompting staff to describe the next step: a raze order with a 30-day notice to cure, potential eviction proceedings and the city's right to abate and place a lien for costs if the owner fails to act. Staff said occupants remain in place and the timeline depends on notice periods and court processes.
Finally, Joe reviewed a draft Request for Proposals for the city's Trail View property, saying staff intends to split the site into multiple parcels to encourage local developers and include pay-as-you-go TIF as a possible financing tool. The RFP will come back for council approval.
