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Council accepts $1 offer for two Ridge Crest lots pending wetland approvals
Summary
Developer Mike Carlson offered to purchase two Ridge Crest city lots for $1; council accepted the offer but noted the sale is contingent on wetland delineation, potential wetland-credit requirements and state/county approvals.
Mike Carlson told the Pelican Rapids City Council that he would like to buy two city-owned lots at Ridge Crest for $1, contingent on confirming the lots are buildable and securing required wetland approvals and any wetlands credits the project would require. "My offer is contingent upon making sure that they are ... I'm looking for an acceptance of my offer for $1 to buy both Lots," Carlson said.
Staff noted the city has already paid for a wetland delineation, which was a preliminary expense; Carlson said further expense risk (for wetland credits or mitigation) would likely fall on him if he proceeds. Council asked practical questions about existing stormwater flow and the location of a catch basin and underground pipe; Carlson said he would take care to avoid causing detriment to neighbors.
Council accepted the $1 offer by voice vote while acknowledging the offer included contingencies that require county and state cooperation for wetlands and stormwater approvals. The council did not specify exact timelines or price adjustments should the wetlands work prove infeasible.
