Lake Elmo, Minnesota Development News

Limerick Village PUD Approved with Conditions, Trail Segment Escrowed

The City Council considered a preliminary plat and planned unit development (PUD) for the Limerick Village project, proposed by Maplewood Development. The project spans nearly 80 acres and includes medium and high-density residential zoning with a PUD overlay. Key considerations included roadway and utility infrastructure, central open space with parkland and infiltration areas, and adherence to zoning and design standards. Several variances and exceptions were discussed, notably concerning lot sizes, setbacks, access to the adjacent Screeton property, and deferred construction of a trail segment along Fifth Street North. The council ultimately approved the PUD ordinance, the preliminary plat with conditions, and the summary publication of the ordinance, with a friendly amendment to establish an escrow for the unconstructed trail segment. The developer highlighted value gains for the city, including the realignment of Hudson Boulevard and the construction of a portion of Fifth Street North, as justification for the requested variances. Discussions also touched upon stormwater management and the potential need for pump stations and ongoing maintenance.