Faribault, Minnesota Development News

Planning Commission Approves Variance for Ry's Foods Addition, Postpones Calvary Hill Item

The Planning Commission reviewed a request for a side setback variance at 1910 Fifth Street Northwest for Ry's Foods. The variance would allow an 11-foot setback for a new dry storage addition, encroaching 4 feet into the required 15-foot setback. The property is in an industrial area and faces space constraints due to existing structures and non-compliant parking. Staff recommended approval, citing practical difficulty and alignment with the comprehensive plan's support for existing businesses. The commission approved the variance after discussion about parking lot improvements and existing property challenges. Separately, a motion to postpone a public hearing item (Calvary Hill Commins, 305-3105 Highway 60 West) to the next meeting was approved to allow the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to make a recommendation on parkland dedication or fees.