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Granting the application of Baillon Company to rezone four (4) I1 light industrial parcels to B5 central business-service.
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WHEREAS, Baillon Company, File # PEDREZ-000200-2025, has applied to rezone from I1 light industrial to B5 central business-service under the provisions of § 61.801(b) of the Saint Paul Legislative Code, property located at 500 Broadway Street, Parcel Identification Number (PIN) 31.29.22.41.0012, 31.29.22.41.0013, 31.29.22.41.0014, 31.29.22.41.0015, legally described as Lots 1-8 and vacated alley accruing, Block 4, Kittson’s Addition.
WHEREAS, the Zoning Committee of the Planning Commission, on December 18, 2025 held a public hearing at which all persons present were given an opportunity to be heard pursuant to said application in accordance with the requirements of § 61.303 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code; and
WHEREAS, the Saint Paul Planning Commission, based on the evidence presented to its Zoning Committee at the public hearing, as substantially reflected in the minutes, made the following findings of fact:
The proposed zoning is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. The 2040 Comprehensive Plan designates the future land use of the parcels as Mixed-Use, the same as other properties south of Grove Street in this vicinity. The main distinguishing characteristic of Mixed-Use areas are a balance of jobs and housing within walking distance of one another. The proposed B5 zoning permits a mix of uses that are compatible with the future land use designation.
The rezoning contributes to orderly and predictable development. The B5 central business-service district permits a range of uses in proximity to the central business district, including wholesaling and certain manufacturing, that are compatible with the surrounding multifamily housing, office/warehouse, medical office, and parking uses. The proximity to dense areas of housing and employment, and to the central business district, make the B5 zoning district a...
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