City Council Item

October 12, 2026
 
 

Item

Santa Vera Phase II Staff Memo

File No. Item No: K.3
Agenda Section

CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION

Prepared By Eric Maass, Community Development Director
Reviewed By Eric Maass
 
SUGGESTED ACTION

No action; informational only.

Motion Type
N/A
Strategic Priority
Development & Redevelopment
 
SUMMARY
 

At the September 28, 2026 City Council meeting, public comments raised concerns about recent tree removals associated with Santa Vera Phase II.  Chanhassen balances the community and environmental benefits of trees with property owners’ development rights. The attached memo summarizes the analysis completed for that development project regarding tree canopy coverage and tree replacement requirements.

 
BACKGROUND
 
 
DISCUSSION
 
 
BUDGET
 
 
RECOMMENDATION
 
 
ATTACHMENTS
Santa Vera Project Update - City Council Memo Oct 2026