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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—AUGUST 12, 2013 2 both parties. It should be noted that per the 2006 International Building Code, "The building official is authorized to issue a temporary certificate of occupancy before the completion of the entire work covered by the permit, provided that such portion or portions shall be occupied safely." City Administrator Klaers recommended that the Building Official issue temporary CO's for up to 25 apartments provided all health and safety concerns are addressed and that no additional permits are issued until 100% of the developer agreement requirements are completed. Additionally, prior to issuing the temporary CO's, all past-due land use and legal bills for this development project need to be paid in full. Staff requested that the Council discuss this item further and provide direction on how to proceed. Councilmember Holden questioned where the project was at this time. Rob Davidson thanked the City for addressing his concerns this evening. He commented that the second, third and fourth floors were complete. He explained that appliances will be installed this week in the first floor units. It was noted that the common areas will be completed by August 23`d. He reported that the landscaping work began today and will be completed by August 25th. City Administrator Klaers stated that the Building Official has spoken with the Ramsey County Sheriff's Department and they do not have any problems with the temporary CO after all security measures are in place. Mr. Davidson explained that all security measures will be in place by August 181H Councilmember Holden stated that she took offense to the editorial comment in the last paragraph of the staff memo. She asked why staff is recommending that the Council approve CO's for 25 units. City Administrator Klaers commented that this number is based on 14 units already being rented and the need for some flexibility for the applicant. Councilmember Werner questioned where the 14 units are located in the building. Mr. Davidson indicated that the 14 rented units are spread out between each of the four floors within the building. He stated that the most commonly rented unit is the efficiency, and that the three bedroom units have been the most difficult to lease at this time. Community Development Director Hutmacher explained that wells on the site may have to be closed per recommendation by the Minnesota Department of Health. Mr. Davidson commented that this will be investigated further. Councilmember Holden inquired what work needs to be completed onsite if a temporary CO is granted by the City.