Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in The Colony public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
9 issues in development with medium priority
Precious metals and coin dealer SUP at 5000 Main Street
KC Gold, Silver and Rare Coins is relocating to the Shops at Colony and needs a specific use permit to operate. Staff added conditions to keep it from becoming a pawn shop, and the police department will review security at the certificate-of-occupancy stage.
Amarco HQ Office Development
A rare new office project: a three-story, 17,679-square-foot headquarters building for the Amarco real estate corporation in the Business Park district, bringing daytime business traffic to The Colony.
Amarco HQ office building in Business Park district
A new three-story, 17,679-square-foot office building is headed for City Council with a favorable recommendation. It will serve as Amarco's corporate headquarters with a law office tenant, bringing more business activity to the Standridge Drive area near the 121 corridor.
Garage conversion variance at 5676 Powers Street
A homeowner in The Tribute's Somerset Village is requesting a 5-foot side yard setback variance to build an attached patio cover because their rear yard is mostly driveway. Staff recommends denial, stating that altering master-planned setbacks without formal plan amendments undermines the community's long-term design vision.
Martinizing Cleaners on Main Street
A new dry cleaner with a drive-thru is coming to a tight corner lot at 7447 Main Street. Councilmember Ensweiler warned morning drop-off traffic could back up at the only available driveway, but state law left the council little room to deny a plan that meets code.
EV charging infrastructure at Grandscape
MN8 Energy will convert 13 parking spaces at Grandscape into an EV charging station with five dual-port chargers and six smart poles, responding to growing EV adoption.
World Springs Resort Deck Expansion
Consideration of an 8,500-square-foot lounge deck addition at World Springs mineral pool resort to provide extra seating without increasing overall site occupancy.
Yard House Restaurant Remodel at Grandscape
Review of architectural updates, patio enclosure, and a 950-square-foot entrance addition for a new Yard House location replacing Rock & Brews at Grandscape.
Colony Ridge development controversy
Colony Ridge is a massive, rapidly growing development that’s sparked a ton of controversy and confusion. This breakdown cuts through the political noise to explain what’s really going on with the project’s infrastructure and rapid expansion.