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Council weighs variance for Oscar Meadows Phase 2; opts to open code amendment hearing to keep project on schedule

Kasson City Council · May 15, 2025
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Summary

Council discussed a requested subdivision variance to reduce right‑of‑way/boulevard widths for Oscar Meadows Phase 2 (41 lots). Planning staff recommended approval but council directed staff to schedule a public hearing on a zoning ordinance amendment (lot size/right‑of‑way) to allow a faster path without setting city‑wide precedent, balancing developer schedule and code review.

Council heard a detailed staff presentation and lengthy council discussion about a requested subdivision variance for Oscar Meadows Phase 2, which would reduce the right‑of‑way from 66 feet to 60 feet (narrowing the boulevard from 8.5 feet to 5.5 feet) to accommodate 41 single‑family lots on a site constrained by wetlands, easements and utility corridors.

Planning staff (speaker 1) said the feasibility work and Planning…

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