City of Eden Prairie Community Development Department Neighborhood Meeting April 23, 2013 Green, Mid-Market Neighborhood Development Mission: Creating a Green, Mid-Market Neighborhood by employing best practices in community development in order to achieve a model for sustainable and livable communities.
Project Background
Progress Since Strategic Plan Approved Toured the proposed site and neighborhoods Researched Green standards, including LEED Neighborhood Development guidelines and met with a representative from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Minnesota Chapter regarding LEED ND strategies. Met with the City of Minneapolis Staff to learn more about their Green Homes North Program Researched Mid-Market Home Pricing and met with Twin City Community Land Bank regarding financing options Met with MNDOT staff and several interested Developers. Developed Draft Criteria for Developer Request for Proposals Presented to City Council Members 3/5 & 4/16 Proposed Project Site
Neighborhood Meeting Map
Project Location/Current Ownership The 8.41 acre parcel is located at the SW corner of Eden Prairie Road and Scenic Heights Road adjacent to existing single family homes. The property is currently owned by MNDOT and appraised for sale at $950,000. MNDOT is willing to sell the property to the City for the appraisal price rather than use a competitive bid process.
Property Transfers MNDOT is expected to sell the property to the City in June/July As part of their proposals, prospective developers will need to make a purchase offer contingent upon development approval & financing The City is applying for grants to help with the cost of the green amenities while keeping the home costs in the midmarket range
RFP Project Goals Increase Sustainability/Energy Efficiency and New Single Family Housing Affordability The intent of the project is to create a sustainable, predominantly single family neighborhood with implementation of green measures and mid-market housing price ranges. A small neighborhood commercial element and/or attached housing may also be considered at the corner. Project: Harbor Crossing Gig Harbor, WA Architect: Weber Thompson Reference: http://www.weberthompson.com/harbor-crossing-communities.html
Developer Eligibility Requirements Minimum: Demonstrated knowledge, capability and expertise in meeting Green Neighborhood Development Criteria. Demonstrated residential development experience. Demonstrated neighborhood commercial development experience if applicable. Proven ability to successfully finance and market developments of similar size.
Developer Eligibility Requirements Preferred: Demonstrated implementation of green design standards in neighborhood and building design. Demonstrated innovation in other aspects of neighborhood and building design. Demonstrated experience developing mid-market housing. Proven ability to obtain grants and gap financing. Proven ability to work with City staff and existing nearby neighborhoods to receive input and address concerns outside the traditional review process.
Green Neighborhood Development Criteria Green measures should be addressed in the proposals as much as possible; the list is organized into three categories based upon applicable LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Neighborhood Development Standards (Note: LEED certification will NOT be required): Smart Location and Linkage Neighborhood Pattern and Design Green Infrastructure and Buildings Location Walkable Streets Construction Techniques Cycling Facilities Compact Development Energy Efficiency and Conservation Job and Housing Neighborhood Energy Production and Proximity Connections Distribution Parking and Water Efficiency and Transportation Demand Conservation Community Participation Stormwater and Wastewater Management Green Building Process Heat Islands Recycling and Reuse Light Pollution
Green Neighborhood Development Criteria Linkages and Design Criteria Examples: Bicycle Network and Storage: Locate along a bicycle network and provide bicycle storage and parking. Walkable Streets: Include: tree lined streets, landscaped common areas, continuous sidewalks, low speed traffic, bike lanes and minimal driveway interruptions of sidewalks.
Green Neighborhood Development Criteria Linkages and Design Criteria Examples: Compact Development: Meet minimum density thresholds. Add homes and/or nonresidential space to make efficient use of land. Connected and Open Community: Connect neighborhood streets to each other and adjacent areas. Mixed-Use Neighborhood Centers: Provide neighborhood shops, services, and amenities clustered in neighborhood centers within walking distance of residents and each other. Cluster Development off Cumberland and Knollwood in Eden Prairie
Green Neighborhood Development Criteria Green Infrastructure and Building Criteria Examples: Energy Efficiency and Conservation: Increase solar access by orienting buildings or dense blocks to maximize north- and south facing exposure, provide energy-efficient neighborhood infrastructure and generate renewable energy on-site. Stormwater Management: Retain and treat stormwater on-site. Green Building Process: Provide superior building energy/water efficiency and high indoor air quality. Also reduce water consumption for outdoor landscaping.
Development Example: Sweetwater Hailey, ID Project: Sweetwater Hailey, ID Architect: Weber Thompson Reference: http://www.weberthompson.com/sweetwater-communities.html
Example: Hawthorne EcoVillage Minneapolis, MN Project: Hawthorne EcoVillage Minneapolis, MN Architect: Coen + Partners Reference: http://coenpartners.com/hawthorne.html
Example: Hawthorne EcoVillage Minneapolis, MN Project: Hawthorne EcoVillage Minneapolis, MN Architect: Coen + Partners Reference: http://coenpartners.com/hawthorne.html
Mid-Market Housing Criteria The developer should offer as many housing options as possible at costs affordable to households who fall between 80% - 120% of the area median income, (AMI) which is $82,300. Housing costs should be guided by MHFA findings which set affordability for the AMI at $298,125, which is similar to existing adjacent single-family home values. Home prices should range between $240,000 and $360,000. Hennepin Village Eden Prairie Hawthorne EcoVillage Minneapolis
Other Proposal Considerations Housing sizes and architectural styles Marketing demographic and potential to accommodate multi-generational needs (e.g. Mother-In-Law Units ) Number and variety of housing options at mid-market pricing. Harbor Crossing Gig Harbor, WA 8 th Ave NE & Main St NE Minneapolis, MN Hawthorne EcoVillage Minneapolis
Other Proposal Considerations Potential inclusion of a small neighborhood commercial component and/or attached housing at the corner. Potential street connectivity to the adjacent neighborhood. Neighborhood Commercial : example neighborhood café, gas/convenience store) Innovative neighborhood features such as community gardens/rain gardens/shared flex space. Rain Gardens
Other Proposal Considerations Community participation process for neighborhood input and feedback before and during development. Involving students from Hennepin Technical College s construction trades in a portion of the construction process. Property purchase offer and financing sources and uses. Proposed schedule. HTC Students
Evaluation Criteria Summary Developer must meet Minimum Eligible Developer Criteria Degree to which developer meets Preferred Developer Criteria Degree to which proposal meets Green Neighborhood Development Criteria Degree to which proposal meets Mid-Market Housing Criteria Degree to which proposal includes other innovative features/amenities Anticipated effectiveness of working with City staff and proposed community participation process Realistically aggressive project schedule Purchase offer and financing proposal including level of any anticipated City subsidy
Exit Strategy (if needed) City may choose not to accept any proposals or purchase property from MNDOT, for example: if developers are not qualified; if proposed designs are not acceptable; if proposed public subsidies are too high. After choosing developer and purchasing from MNDOT, City may choose not to execute sale of property to chosen developer: if development does not receive final City approval; if development does not receive financing. City may choose to issue a new RFP, sell property in competitive bid process or hold property while pursuing grants, etc. for desirable development
Timeline for RFP Process Timeline April 24, 2013 April 30, 2013 Milestone Release Request for Proposals (RFP) Pre-Proposal Meeting for Developers May 30, 2013 May 31- June 14, 2013 June 18, 2013 July 16, 2013 Proposals Due Staff Review Process/Interviews; Developer Proposals and Potential Staff Recommendation Reviewed with City Council and Recommendation of Developer; City Purchase from MNDOT (if ready) City Council Formal Consideration of Developer and Potential Resale Agreement(if ready); Public Review Continues
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