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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION WORK SESSION – JUNE 3, 2015 2 that are vital to the successful and efficient functioning of the community. Each chapter in the Plan has been examined in a comprehensive and community-wide manner in order to take advantage of opportunities, increase efficiency, and work toward building stronger community. City Planner Streff reported that while the Plan is a guide for development through 2030, it is intended to be a flexible and responsive document that can be amended to acknowledge changing conditions and new opportunities. To best achieve the City’s vision, the Plan must be continually referenced, updated and used on a regular basis. The document provides a path for the City but does not dictate specific activities or absolute decisions; instead, the Plan is intended to help City leaders in developing policies, programs, ordinances, capital improvement plans, and budgets that reflect the overall values and priorities of the residents and businesses. City Planner Streff reviewed the TCAAP Comprehensive Plan Amendment in detail with the Commission and requested comments and feedback. He explained that on Wednesday, July 8, 2015, the Planning Commission is tentatively scheduled to hold a public hearing for the CPA, Rezoning, and approval of the TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC). Associate Planner Bachler discussed the design standards that were written into the TRC. Chair Thompson opened the floor to Commission for comments or questions. Commissioner Bartel requested further information on the difference between gross and net density. City Planner Streff explained that the Metropolitan Council’s calculation for gross density included all of the roadways and infrastructure. Net density is calculated by subtracting from gross acres wetlands, public parks, and arterial streets. Commissioner Holewa asked how many acres were designated for park land on TCAAP. Associate Planner Bachler reported 25 acres were zoned for park land, which was approximately 6% of the 427-acre TCAAP parcel. Commissioner Zimmerman inquired if a master developer would be responsible for adhering to the TRC. He wanted to be ensured that the TRC rules and regulations would be followed. Associate Planner Bachler explained that this would be the responsibility of a master developer or other developers that purchase parcels on TCAAP. He reported that the Joint Development Authority (JDA) would be reviewing all development plans that conform to the TRC standards. Chair Thompson liked the idea of a master developer as this would provide the City and JDA with a single point of contact while the site was developing. Commissioner Bartel requested that staff provide the Planning Commissioners with all of the chapters that will be updated as soon as possible so that the Commissioners have time to review the information prior to the July 8, 2015, Public Hearing.