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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JULY 13, 2015 9
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<br />City Planner Streff stated that the TRC establishes the development and design regulations for
<br />the TCAAP property. This document will implement the community’s goals and visions for the
<br />redevelopment site as outlined in the CPA. The regulations contained within the TRC are meant
<br />to promote functional and attractive development through the use of recognized community
<br />design principles. While the TRC prescribes a higher level in detail in building design and form,
<br />the code also allows property owners and developers greater flexibility in land use and
<br />development parameters. The proposed Zoning Code Amendment in Planning Case 15-015 would
<br />adopt the entirety of the TRC as the new Section 1380 in the Arden Hills Zoning Code.
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<br />City Planner Streff commented that for all properties within the TCAAP Regulating Plan area,
<br />the standards in the TRC will supersede the regulatory requirements under the Arden Hills Zoning
<br />Code (Chapter 13), Sign Code (Chapter 12), and Subdivision Ordinance (Chapter 11). However,
<br />in certain sections of the TRC, the standards within the Arden Hills City Code are adopted by
<br />reference and will also be the standards for development within TCAAP. Development standards
<br />that are not specifically addressed in the TRC will still be governed by the Arden Hills City Code
<br />to the extent they are not in conflict with the TRC.
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<br />City Planner Streff reported that the Planning Commission reviewed Planning Case 15-015 at
<br />their regular meeting on July 8, 2015. The Planning Commission offers the following findings of
<br />fact for consideration:
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<br />General Findings:
<br />1. The proposed CPA, Rezoning, and TRC advance the City’s Comprehensive Plan to
<br />develop and maintain a land use pattern that strengthens the vitality, quality, and character
<br />of the residential neighborhoods, commercial districts and industrial areas, while
<br />protecting the community’s natural resources to develop a sustainable pattern for future
<br />development.
<br />2. The proposed CPA, Rezoning, and TRC advance the City’s Comprehensive Plan to
<br />develop TCAAP in a way that accommodates a mix of land uses that is sensitive to the
<br />natural environment, economically sustainable and a benefit to the community.
<br />3. The proposed CPA, Rezoning, and TRC advance the City’s Comprehensive Plan to
<br />promote the development, redevelopment and maintenance of a viable, innovative, and
<br />diverse business environment that serves Arden Hills and the metropolitan area.
<br />4. The proposed CPA, Rezoning, and TRC advance the City’s Comprehensive Plan to
<br />develop and maintain a strong, vital, diverse, and stable housing supply for all members of
<br />the community.
<br />5. The proposed CPA, Rezoning, and TRC advance the City’s Comprehensive Plan to
<br />enhance the health, safety, and well-being of all who live, work, and play in the City.
<br />6. The proposed CPA, Rezoning, and TRC advance the City’s Comprehensive Plan to create
<br />a comprehensive, maintained, and interconnected system of parks, pathways, and open
<br />spaces, as well as a balanced program of recreational activities for residents of all ages,
<br />incomes and abilities.
<br />7. The proposed CPA, Rezoning, and TRC advance the City’s Comprehensive Plan to
<br />preserve, protect, and restore the community’s natural resources, including open spaces,
<br />lakes, wetlands, other significant natural features, and historic resources.
<br />8. The proposed TRC implements the vision for a walkable, mixed-use, resilient, and vibrant
<br />TCAAP development.
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