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Considering the appeal of Sean Ryan - Ryan Companies, US Inc. to a decision of the Board of Zoning Appeals denying four variance requests to construct a mixed-use development on the property at 2200 Ford Parkway.
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Zoning File: #24-095781 (Appeal of Zoning File #24-007037)
File Name: 2200 Ford Parkway (Highland Bridge Block 2B) - Sean Ryan, Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Appellant: Sean Ryan, Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Applicant: Sean Ryan, Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Address: 2200 Ford Parkway (Highland Bridge Block 2B)
Purpose: An appeal of a decision by the Board of Zoning Appeals denying four variance requests to construct a mixed-use development. The zoning code requires a minimum floor area ratio of 2.0 and a minimum building height of 40'; a floor area ratio of 1.0 and building heights of 15, 15, and 12 feet are proposed. A public hearing was held on December 9, 2024.
Staff Recommendation: Approval
District Council Recommendation: The Highland District Council's Community Development Committee submitted a resolution supporting the variance requests.
Board of Zoning Appeals Decision: The Board of Zoning Appeals denied the requests via a 4-2 vote based upon findings 2, 3 and 4.
Support: 0 people spoke, 0 letters received
Opposition: 6 people spoke, 0 letters received
Required Background Information
Does this issue fall within the 60 day rule? Yes
If yes, when does the 60 days expire? January 16, 2025
Has an extension been granted? Yes
If so, to what date? March 17, 2025
Key Staff Contact
David Eide (651-266-9088, david.eide@stpaul.gov)