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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION –December 4, 20138 Todd Vanderburgh , 1266 Wayne Ridge Drive, explained that his home abuts the Boston Scientific campus.He expressed concern with the noise levels created at Boston Scientific. He commented that the proposed addition would bring the facility closer to his home. He requested that the noise levels at this site be reviewed. Acting Chair Thompson explained that one of the conditions for approval did address the noise levels on the Boston Scientific campus. There being no additional comment Acting Chair Thompson closed the public hearing at 7:03 p.m. Commissioner Zimmerman understood the noise concerns at this property. It was his understanding that the proposed reconfiguration could minimize the amount of noise coming from the facility. This would greatly benefit the surrounding neighborhood. Judd BraschRSPArchitects ,, explained he has been working with Boston Scientific for a number of years. He discussed the new equipment that would be added, noting it should be quieterthan existing equipment in the building. He explained that Boston Scientific would do its best to contain and control noise withinthe new addition. He reported measurements were taken earlier thatweek and the goal would be to reduce or meet thecurrent levels. Commissioner Bartel questioned how the noise levels were tested. Mr. Brasch discussed how the noise levels were captured stating Boston Scientific was currently within the MPCA limits. Commissioner Zimmerman asked if sound-deadeningpanels would be used. Mr. Brasch indicated a plenum would be used instead to reduce the sound levels. He noted the ducts could be lined to muffle the sound as well. It was his opinion that the noise generated from the site was coming from the roof-mountedunits and the equipment located within the proposed additionwould not contribute to the noise concerns. Commissioner Stodola inquired if the two new trees could be relocated to providemore screening for the adjacent residents. Mr. Brasch stated there was a bare spot on the landscaping plan, which led to the proposed location. He did not object to moving the trees. Acting Chair Thompson recommended that Mr. Braschwork with the neighbors to find the best location for the two new trees. Commissioner Bartelmoved and Commissioner Zimmermanseconded a motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 13-021for a Planned Unit Development Amendment and Site Plan Reviewat 4100Hamline Avenue Northbased on the findings of fact and the submitted plans, as amended by the five (5)conditions in the December 4, 2013, report to the Planning Commission. The motion carried unanimously (5-0)(Chair Larson abstained).