Sentinel Management Company proposes to purchase and redevelop the EDA-owned lot located at 5950 36th St. W., as well as the Standal property to the east, into a mixed-use, mixed-income transit-oriented development. Sentinel proposes a five- and six-story building with approximately 265 residential units (of which 21%, or 58 units, would be restricted to affordable rent levels), approximately 10,500 square feet of ground floor commercial space and a public plaza. The project would meet the St. Louis Park green building policy and would seek green certification, it would exceed the city’s inclusionary housing policy, and would adhere to the city’s diversity, equity and inclusion policy.
The proposed multifamily building wraps a six-level parking structure on three sides, with an architecturally finished fourth side that screens the ramp from public view. An eastward extension of the ramp forms additional building wings that frame a south-facing amenity courtyard. All residential parking will be provided within the structure, with retail and visitor parking located on the first level.
The residential lobby is located adjacent to the parking ramp and faces West 36th Street, creating a visible and welcoming entry. The lobby and leasing areas connect directly to interior amenities and the amenity courtyard. Service functions, including loading and trash collection, will be accommodated in a screened service bay on the north side of the site and concealed from public view. Bicycle parking will be provided within the building and at the public plaza.