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Findings of Fact The Planning Commission must make a finding as to whether or not the proposed application would adversely affect the surrounding neighborhood or the community as a whole based on the aforementioned factors. Staff offers the following findings for consideration: Zoning Code Amendment Evaluation Findings: 1.The property at 2 Pine Tree Drive is located in the B-2 Zoning District. 2.The proposed use is compatible with the other uses in the B-2 District. 3.The proposed use is consistent with the stated purpose of the B-2 District. Conditional Use Permit Evaluation Findings: 1.The proposed use will primarily occupy the building and parking areas after normal business hours which will allow shared parking with weekday office users. 2.The proposal will have minimal impacts on noise, glare, odors, vibration, smoke, dust, air pollution, heat, liquid and solid waste. 3.The proposal will not affect drainage on the property. 4.The proposal will not affect the population density on the property. 5.The proposal is unlikely to significantly affect land values on the subject property or on neighboring properties. 6.The park dedication requirement does not apply in this application. Notice Notice was published in the Arden Hills/Shoreview Bulletin and notice was prepared by the City and mailed to residents within five hundred (500) feet of the subject property. Resident Comments Staff has not received any letters, e-mails, or telephone calls from property owners or occupants in regard to this planning case. Staff Recommendation Based on the submitted plans and findings of fact, Staff recommends approval of Planning Case #13-008 for a Zoning Code Amendment and Conditional Use Permit at 2 Pine Tree Drive. Staff recommends the following three conditions be included with the approval: 1.The project shall be completed in accordance with the plans submitted as amended by the conditions of approval. Any significant changes to these plans, as determined by the City Planner, shall require review and approval by the Planning Commission. 2.The applicant will apply for City approval for any changes to exterior signage. 3.The applicant will request an amendment to the Conditional Use Permit for any increase in square footage or in intensity of the higher education use. City of Arden Hills Planning Commission Meeting for June 5, 2013 P:\Planning\Planning Cases\2013\PC 13-008 - Country Financial Zoning Amendment and CUP Page 5 of 6