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Commission seeks DNR approval to remove density-determination section from Lake Augusta shoreland draft
Summary
Goal 1 members asked the commission to consider a more practical Lake Augusta setback using historic water-level data and compensating for potential increases; Chair Stein and others raised questions about a 'Density Determination' section (10.5), and the commission agreed to seek DNR permission to remove that section if allowed.
Members of the Goal 1 committee brought a draft shoreland management ordinance to the Natural Resources Commission for feedback, focusing on how Mendota Heights should measure a practical setback around Lake Augusta. Committee members proposed using past water-level data, with an allowance for potential water-level increases, to create a greater and more implementable setback.
The Goal 1 committee asked for feedback on section 10.5, titled "Density Determination." Chair Stein said he did not understand how limiting density in that section would give additional protection to water bodies when impervious-surface limits and buffer requirements remain in place. After discussion, the commission reached consensus to remove the density-determination section from the draft if the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) permits that change.
The commission’s action is contingent on DNR approval; commissioners did not adopt language at the April 8 meeting and directed staff to consult with DNR on whether the density provision can be omitted.
