Keep High Density Housing From Encroaching on the Central Park Neighborhood
This petition will be sent to the City of Maple Grove prior to the city Planning Commission meeting on March 27th, 2017.
Currently being proposed is a high density 4 story, 100 unit senior Co-op residential building on a plot of land located on Kirkwood and 82nd. (Including roof line will be closer to the equivalent of a 6 story complex). This location is across from Central Park, along the Parkway. Main exits/entrances for this building will be from the Parkway located on Kirkwood. This development will greatly increase traffic around Central Park, causing safety issues for visitors from surrounding neighborhoods, especially those walking with children. The large building so close to Kirkwood would box in Central Park, decreasing the open feeling and beautiful setting that the city is striving for.
Adjacent to this complex are two medium density townhouse neighborhoods. One less then 100 feet away. The height of the building complex will tower over several townhouse buildings, resulting in blockage of natural sunlight and sky views, and potentially shading yards and buildings, depending on how close they are allowed to build next to the lot line. Many townhouse units will only have a view of the building complex, due to their deck layout and privacy walls for connecting units. Several buildings paid a premium for an unobstructed view of Central Park, and are asking for this to be honored.
Prior to homeowners purchasing in The HighGrove townhouse development, the original plan for this land was a lower density, ONE level detached townhouse senior community of approximately 15 units as part of Phase 3 of the SilverCreek Senior Living Community. Phase 1 was completed in 2015. Phase 2 has not been started.
We are asking the City of Maple Grove to work with the surrounding neighborhoods to keep Central Park a desirable place for visitors by voting against this high density development and maintaining what precious green space is left around the Parkway. Some suggestions have been adding it into the Central Park plan, or developing it into a community gardening area for the surrounding apartments and townhouses that do not have yards or space for their own personal gardens.
Please show your support by signing this petition. Please also voice your support by attending the Planning Commission meeting March 27th, 2017 at 7:00 PM at the Maple Grove Government Center. The Planning Commission is scheduled to vote on this proposal that night. You can also write a letter and send copies to the Planning Commission, City Council, Mayor and City Planning Department for review prior to the meeting. Mail letters to 12800 Arbor Lakes Parkway N, Maple Grove MN 55369. Be sure to address it to, and state ATTN to: each department/person you would like to receive it. Letters need to be mailed by March 20th to allow enough time to be delivered to the Planning Commission to review prior to the meeting.
Thank you for your support!
Updates
March 5, 2017
I have spent the past few days cataloging the concerns shared by residents regarding how this development will alter the character of our neighborhood. Current planning discussions suggest that the city is beginning to take note of the specific objections we have raised about building height and traffic patterns. Please know that your input is shaping the arguments I am preparing for the upcoming commission review.
March 5, 2017
Reaching this level of support confirms that many of us feel a shared responsibility to protect the character of our neighborhood. It is encouraging to see our neighbors come together to advocate for thoughtful planning that respects the existing landscape of Central Park.
Reached 100 supporters
March 5, 2017
42 Comments
In light of the original plans for this land (one level, lower density community) and the premium paid for lots in the HighGrove townhouse development based on those plans, I DO NOT support the new proposed development. Please honor the original plans for this land. Thank you.
This is concerning for so many reasons. Increasing the traffic near Central Park is a safety risk, especially with seniors driving. It's not right to build such a tall building behind the Mattamy homes. This proposal for such a large building will look very out of place in that space... Please don't do this!
I am concerned at the level of density housing occurring around Central Park. For the development in question, a roof line of what is said to be nearly 6 stories in height will adversely impact the aesthetics of the area and, with the number of units planned, add traffic and general congestion to an already burdened area. Thank you
This proposed property will negatively impact the Highgrove neighborhood. The area is not currently zoned for high density, which the proposed is based on the drawings and details. To "shoe horn" in this proposed retirement complex is tenuous at best and the last thing that is needed in this area is another retirement complex.
We have mailed in our letter detailing our serious concerns over this development. This high-density housing is absolutely unacceptable and we are asking for the M.G. Planning Commission to protect what little open area surrounds the new Central Park. Our property value will greatly decrease causing a tremendous burden on our community.
This building would bring property values down, increase traffic on residential streets, and nlock the view from homes that paid lot premiums for the pind view. I do not want to see it built. We need the open space, not crowd every inch with tall buildings.
this will make the community more crowded now there is no space around the lake everywhere house around the lake
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Keep High Density Housing From Encroaching on the Central Park Neighborhood
This petition will be sent to the City of Maple Grove prior to the city Planning Commission meeting on March 27th, 2017.
Currently being proposed is a high density 4 story, 100 unit senior Co-op residential building on a plot of land located on Kirkwood and 82nd. (Including roof line will be closer to the equivalent of a 6 story complex). This location is across from Central Park, along the Parkway. Main exits/entrances for this building will be from the Parkway located on Kirkwood. This development will greatly increase traffic around Central Park, causing safety issues for visitors from surrounding neighborhoods, especially those walking with children. The large building so close to Kirkwood would box in Central Park, decreasing the open feeling and beautiful setting that the city is striving for.
Adjacent to this complex are two medium density townhouse neighborhoods. One less then 100 feet away. The height of the building complex will tower over several townhouse buildings, resulting in blockage of natural sunlight and sky views, and potentially shading yards and buildings, depending on how close they are allowed to build next to the lot line. Many townhouse units will only have a view of the building complex, due to their deck layout and privacy walls for connecting units. Several buildings paid a premium for an unobstructed view of Central Park, and are asking for this to be honored.
Prior to homeowners purchasing in The HighGrove townhouse development, the original plan for this land was a lower density, ONE level detached townhouse senior community of approximately 15 units as part of Phase 3 of the SilverCreek Senior Living Community. Phase 1 was completed in 2015. Phase 2 has not been started.
We are asking the City of Maple Grove to work with the surrounding neighborhoods to keep Central Park a desirable place for visitors by voting against this high density development and maintaining what precious green space is left around the Parkway. Some suggestions have been adding it into the Central Park plan, or developing it into a community gardening area for the surrounding apartments and townhouses that do not have yards or space for their own personal gardens.
Please show your support by signing this petition. Please also voice your support by attending the Planning Commission meeting March 27th, 2017 at 7:00 PM at the Maple Grove Government Center. The Planning Commission is scheduled to vote on this proposal that night. You can also write a letter and send copies to the Planning Commission, City Council, Mayor and City Planning Department for review prior to the meeting. Mail letters to 12800 Arbor Lakes Parkway N, Maple Grove MN 55369. Be sure to address it to, and state ATTN to: each department/person you would like to receive it. Letters need to be mailed by March 20th to allow enough time to be delivered to the Planning Commission to review prior to the meeting.
Thank you for your support!
Updates
March 5, 2017
I have spent the past few days cataloging the concerns shared by residents regarding how this development will alter the character of our neighborhood. Current planning discussions suggest that the city is beginning to take note of the specific objections we have raised about building height and traffic patterns. Please know that your input is shaping the arguments I am preparing for the upcoming commission review.
March 5, 2017
Reaching this level of support confirms that many of us feel a shared responsibility to protect the character of our neighborhood. It is encouraging to see our neighbors come together to advocate for thoughtful planning that respects the existing landscape of Central Park.
Reached 100 supporters
March 5, 2017
42 Comments
This location is unsuitable for a senior living facility. The influx of ambulances and regular traffic will be a danger to the abundance of children and pedestrians in the area. I strongly suggest you move this housing project elsewhere.
In light of the original plans for this land (one level, lower density community) and the premium paid for lots in the HighGrove townhouse development based on those plans, I DO NOT support the new proposed development. Please honor the original plans for this land. Thank you.
This is concerning for so many reasons. Increasing the traffic near Central Park is a safety risk, especially with seniors driving. It's not right to build such a tall building behind the Mattamy homes. This proposal for such a large building will look very out of place in that space... Please don't do this!
I am concerned at the level of density housing occurring around Central Park. For the development in question, a roof line of what is said to be nearly 6 stories in height will adversely impact the aesthetics of the area and, with the number of units planned, add traffic and general congestion to an already burdened area. Thank you
This proposed property will negatively impact the Highgrove neighborhood. The area is not currently zoned for high density, which the proposed is based on the drawings and details. To "shoe horn" in this proposed retirement complex is tenuous at best and the last thing that is needed in this area is another retirement complex.
We have mailed in our letter detailing our serious concerns over this development. This high-density housing is absolutely unacceptable and we are asking for the M.G. Planning Commission to protect what little open area surrounds the new Central Park. Our property value will greatly decrease causing a tremendous burden on our community.
This building would bring property values down, increase traffic on residential streets, and nlock the view from homes that paid lot premiums for the pind view. I do not want to see it built. We need the open space, not crowd every inch with tall buildings.
this will make the community more crowded now there is no space around the lake everywhere house around the lake
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This location is unsuitable for a senior living facility. The influx of ambulances and regular traffic will be a danger to the abundance of children and pedestrians in the area. I strongly suggest you move this housing project elsewhere.