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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL — June 27, 2011 10 7.A. Planning Case 11 -011— Select Senior Living PUD & Plat (continued) Mr. Larson stated ornamental iron pieces could be added to this side of the building that are similar to the pieces on the front of the building. He stated there would be windows added to the back of the building, on the western side, where there would be offices added. Councilmember Holden asked why samples of the materials were not included in the presentation for the Council to consider. City Planner Beekman stated the design standards for the B -2 District that were implemented apply to new construction only. The design standards would apply to the construction of a building on Lot 2 and construction materials would be presented to the Council for consideration when the development of Lot 2 moves forward. Mayor Grant stated the Council could request to see these materials because the City had until July 24 to make a decision on this project. The City also has the option to request a 60 -day extension. City Planner Beekman stated the Development Agreement has not been finalized and this will be brought back to the Council for approval on the final language. Councilmember Holden asked what kind of lighting there would be on the property. Mr. Larson stated the existing lighting on the building would be updated and in working order. There would be shrub lighting added to the front of the building to accent the shrubs and the parking lot lights would be in working condition as well. The lighting for the shrubs in the front of the building is meant to be accent lighting only. There is no lighting planned for the northwest corner of the property at this time because this area is used as proof of parking. If parking is added to this area then the appropriate lighting will be added. Councilmember Holmes agreed that accent pieces should to be added to the east side of the building to enhance its look. Mr. Rob Davidson, TAT Properties, stated the east side of this building is made of quality brick and there will be a quality user for Lot 2. Once Lot 2 is developed this will be the visual impact the City is looking for. Mayor Grant stated there is not a development proposal for Lot 2 at this time and the Council would like to be sure the visual impact of what is being presented is what the City wants. Councilmember Holmes asked how ambulances would access the property. Mr. Larson stated ambulances would access the property from the pick -up and drop -off area. This will be the fastest and it has been reviewed to be sure there is adequate room for emergency vehicles.