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window coverage on all four sides would remain unchanged. The following table outlines the proposed window and door transparency for the four sides of the building. Approved Proposed Transparency Transparency Window Coverage Transparency Requirements (PC 13-003) (PC 14-010) (PC 14-010) Lexington Avenue Façade 50% 27.6% 27.6% 0% Red Fox Road Façade 50% 47.5% 47.5% 16.2% West Façade (Primary Building Entrance) 20%* 60.0% 60.0% 60.0% South Façade 20%* 59.6% 59.6% 44.0% *Simulated or opaque windows may be used on service areas The Planning Commission reviewed Planning Case 14-010 at their meeting on March 5, 2014, and generally supported the proposed design of the windows. The Planning Commission discussed how the master plan concept for the site shows all of the buildings oriented to face inwards onto a central open area. As a result, the primary entrances to the Phase I and Phase III buildings with frontage on Lexington Avenue will face west away from roadway. The Planning Commission noted that with the proposal, the applicant would still be providing significant transparency coverage on the west façade of the Phase I building. In the Master and Final PUD proposal for Lexington Station, the applicant worked with the City to include design elements on the eastern façade of the Phase I building to give it the appearance of being the front of the building. These features include awnings, light fixtures, landscaping, and the use of brick on the entirety of the façade. The majority of the Commissioners felt that the use of simulated windows on the east building wall would not significantly detract from the overall aesthetic of this façade. It was also noted that the retaining wall and drive-thru lane in front of the building would partially obscure this side of the building from view of pedestrians and drivers on Lexington Avenue. Finally, the Planning Commission discussed the proposed lighting on the interior of the frosted windows and how the light fixtures would be replaced. The applicant explained that a sheetrock wall would be constructed six inches from each window and that an access door would be provided to allow for maintenance of the lights. The Planning Commission made a recommendation that the City Council consider a condition of approval that would require the building owner to regularly service the interior light fixtures and replace burnt-out bulbs. City of Arden Hills City Council Meeting for March 10, 2014 P:\Planning\Planning Cases\2014\PC 14-010 - Lexington Station - PUD Amendment\Memos_PC 14-010 Page 3 of 5