PC Meeting Date: January 15, 2026
To: Members of the Planning Commission
From: Mathias Hughey, Associate City Planner
Title
Consideration of a Zoning Map Amendment for 304 2nd St. W.
Body
Action Requested:
The Planning Commission recommends approval of the zoning map amendment, to City Council, to change the zoning of 304 2nd St. W. (PID 2236451010) from R1-B: Low Density Residential to C1-B: Downtown.
Summary Report:
Ana Ortiz Pano has applied for a zoning map amendment for the property at 304 2nd St. W. (PID 2236451010). The requested amendment would change the zoning of the property from R1-B: Low Density Residential to C1-B: Downtown. The applicant intends to retain the existing duplex and construct a small grocery on the north and/or eastern portion of the lot. The applicant currently runs a small grocery and services establishment one block southwest of this location.
The attached resolution provides the criteria and findings supporting the zoning map amendment.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff supports recommending approval of the zoning map amendment, to City Council, to change the zoning of 304 2nd St. W. (PID 2236451010) from R1-B: Low Density Residential to C1-B: Downtown.
Alternative Options:
The Planning Commission can recommend approval or denial of the zoning map amendment to City Council. After the Planning Commission’s recommendation is made, the City Council may approve the request with a two-thirds majority vote, failure to approve by two-thirds will result in a denial.
Financial Impacts:
NA
Tentative Timelines:
December 22, 2025: Public hearing (PH) notice mailed out to property owners within 350'
December 31, 2025: PH notice in Northfield News
January 15, 2026: PH & recommendation by Planning Commission to City Council
February 3, 2026: 1st Reading at City Council
February 17, 2026: 2nd Reading and Summary Publication at City Council
February 25, 2026: Summary Publication in Northfield News
March 27, 2026: Rezoning takes effect