Marine on St. Croix Planning Commission Tackles Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Updates, and Variance Requests
The Marine on St. Croix Planning Commission held workshops on July 27 and 28 to discuss the 2026 Comprehensive Plan update, review zoning code revisions, and consider a preapplication for a building setback variance. Minutes for these meetings have not yet been published, so no official decisions or votes are currently available in the public record.
Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code Updates
Commissioners were scheduled to compare the 2026 Comprehensive Plan update with the 2040 Thrive Plan, specifically looking at natural systems and climate categories. The agenda also included a review of the 2025 system statement, covering community designation, housing, transportation, water, and parks. Additionally, the commission was set to review proposed revisions to the zoning code, focusing on Section 502.8 Home Occupations regarding on-site sales, which may lead to a public hearing. The Lower St. Croix Watershed Partnership presented an opportunity to update stormwater, shoreland, and wetland ordinances.
Variance Request at 301 Robert St.
The commission was scheduled to hold a preapplication meeting regarding a variance request for 301 Robert St. The request seeks a front yard setback variance to allow construction of a detached garage near the front property line. The outcome of this preapplication is not yet known, as minutes from the July 28 meeting have not been published.
Dog Park Discussion
A discussion regarding a temporary dog park in Burris Park was on the agenda. The Marine on St. Croix City Council previously approved a summer 2026 pop-up dog park, and the matter was sent to the Planning Commission to explore a long-term solution. No decisions have been recorded yet.
Commission Leadership and Warth Property
The July 28 agenda included the election of a Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair. On July 27, commissioners were also scheduled to discuss the Warth property and a right of first refusal. Results of the election and the Warth property discussion are pending the publication of meeting minutes.
Coming Up
No upcoming meetings are listed for the next 14 days. Residents are encouraged to check the city's official website for future agenda postings and the eventual release of minutes from the July 27 and 28 Planning Commission meetings.