Bloomington City Council to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Improvements and Fees for The Heights Condos

The Heights Condominium Association of Bloomington, Minnesota, is poised to embark on a substantial improvement project, with the City Council slated to host a

public hearing

on November 18. The session, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at the Council Chambers in Bloomington Civic Plaza, will center on both the introduction of a Housing Improvement Area (HIA) ordinance and the imposition of associated fees on the units within.

Constrained by the map’s bolded line at 8045 Xerxes Avenue South, the proposed HIA will facilitate enhancements to The Heights Condominiums, such as the replacement of a parking structure, balcony renewals, and accessibility upgrades, as detailed by the

City of Bloomington

. Unfortunately, these improvements come with a hefty price tag that the unit owners are expected to foot, where the estimated total cost stands at $2,483,187, encompassing construction, administrative, soft costs, and financing. The expenditure would be allocated based on each housing unit’s assessed value including that of parking stalls owned.

This situation is further complicated by the right of homeowners to object to their inclusion in the HIA should they believe their property will not benefit from the proposed improvements. Proposing an amendment to the ordinance post-public hearing, the City Council has granted themselves a 60-day window to address any such objections, adding a layer of uncertainty to the proceedings for some residents.

Residents who wish to voice their opinions or objections can attend the hearing in person or tune into BTV on specified Comcast channels or online streams. For those who can’t make it, instructions for participating via phone have also been provided, ensuring the community’s involvement in this pivotal decision. For further details or to submit comments, Kenny Niemeyer, Housing Development Specialist at Civic Plaza, remains available, the

City of Bloomington

noted.

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