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Neighbors object but commission approves rezoning for parcels on Cologne Road (REZ-2026-005)
Summary
Despite multiple residents raising concerns about solid-waste violations, noise, truck traffic and potential well impacts, the Planning Commission unanimously approved rezoning of parcels 81-030-0970, 81-030-0975 and 81-030-0977 under REZ-2026-005.
The Carlton County Planning Commission approved a rezoning request from applicant Ryan Haluptzok for three parcels (81-030-0970, 81-030-0975 and 81-030-0977). The recorded motion indicated "approve as amended," and the vote was unanimous (7-0).
Several nearby residents spoke during the public hearing opposing the rezoning. Brady Nelson described zoning and solid-waste violations on the property and asked for denial; Kim Olson said the property generated noise and would change neighborhood character; Monica Rajanen raised concerns about truck traffic, potential additional campers, and well impacts and stated the owner did not follow the zoning ordinance; Scott Hanson called the property a nuisance and said the applicant had "ruined the neighborhood." The minutes also note correspondence from Scott Olean as attached to the record. The minutes do not record responses to these objections or any mitigation requirements associated with the rezoning.
The commission's unanimous approval advances the rezoning; the minutes do not list specific conditions, monitoring provisions, or any required remediation tied to the decision.
