Public Hearing On Proposed Rezoning At Lexington Avenue Set For October

Public Hearing On Proposed Rezoning At Lexington Avenue Set For October

The city of Blaine, Minnesota, has notified the public of an upcoming hearing concerning a significant change in land use designation for an area at the southwest corner of Lexington Avenue NE and 125th Avenue NE. The applicant, Lexington Crossings, led by HJ Development, is seeking a comprehensive plan amendment, aiming to rezone the land from Community Commercial (CC) to High-Density Residential (HDR-2), as stated in the official City of Blaine, Minnesota website.

The Blaine Planning Commission is set to hold the hearing to collect public comments on the proposal, with a meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 7 PM at the Blaine City Hall Council Chambers. Intending to weigh the sentiments of the community and the implications of such a zoning transition, the commission, serving as an advisory body, will afterward send its recommendation to the City Council, which will have the final say on the case, according to the details shared in the notice.

Residents interested in the potential shift from commercial to residential zoning have multiple venues to participate and voice their opinions. The proposed plans can be reviewed at BlaineMN.gov/PCItems, the staff report will become available a few days before the hearing at BlaineMN.gov/Agendas, and people can attend the hearing in person. Additionally, comments can be submitted via email to Planning@BlaineMN.gov or by mailing the Planning Department directly, provided they are signed and sent before the deadline on October 7.

For those unable or prefer not to attend the public hearing, options to watch the proceedings live include the city's cable channel on Comcast channel 799 and an online livestream through the city’s website. Past recordings of the meeting, for people who need to catch up on the details post-event, can likewise be found on the mentioned platforms. The city has also promised auxiliary assistance for persons requiring an interpreter or other help, who are encouraged to contact Pat Robinson by October 4.

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