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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL MARCH 31, 201410 Councilmember McClung stated that and for this reason, he would be willing to support the proposed standards. Councilmember Werner thanked the Mayor for his comments. He noted that he now supported the ordinance. Councilmember Holden indicated that she fully supported the ordinance. Councilmember McClung asked if the motion on the floor was sufficient. City Planner Streff stated the motion on the floor was sufficient; however, the findings of fact needed clarification. Councilmember McClung requested that a friendly amendment to the motion include the findings of fact as recommended by staff. Councilmember Holden agreed to the friendly amendment. FRIENDLY AMENDMENT TO INCLUDE THE FINDINGS OF FACT: 1. creates high development standards for multi-family housing that will visually enhance development and promote compatibility with nearby properties and neighborhood character. 2. identified in the Land Use Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan by developing design standards for multi-family housing that ensure the construction of high quality, sustainable, and aesthetically enhanced developments. 3. ause it will promote the development of a variety of housing options by creating a framework and process for the City to approve high-quality housing opportunities that are suitable for a mix of ages, incomes, and household types. 4. The proposed amendme identified in the Housing Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan by establishing design guidelines for new multi-family dwelling units. The amended motion carried (5-0). MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to direct staff to publish a summary of Ordinance Number 14-003. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). 10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None.