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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION – November 4, 2015 2 4. The proposed amendments would provide developers with clarity in the development review process and ensure that development in the B-2 and B-3 Districts continues to be well-designed. 5. The proposed amendment is in conformance with the Guiding Plan for the B-2 District. 6. The proposed amendment is in conformance with the Purpose and Intent of Section 1325.05 Subd. 8 of the Zoning Code, Additional Design Standards for New Development, Redevelopment, and Modifications to Existing Site in the B-2 and B-3 Districts. 7. The proposed amendment advances the land use goals in the City’s comprehensive plan because it establishes design standards that will ensure the construction of high-quality and aesthetically enhancing development. Associate Planner Bachler stated that staff recommends approval of Planning Case 15-019 to amend Section 1325.05, Subd. 8 of the Zoning Code pertaining to the Commercial and Residential Façade Transparency Requirements for properties in the B-2 and B-3 Districts, as presented in the November 4, 2015, report to the Planning Commission. Associate Planner Bachler reviewed the options available to the Planning Commission on this matter: 1. Recommend Approval as Submitted. 2. Recommend Approval with Changes. 3. Recommend Denial 4. Table Chair Thompson opened the public hearing at 6:35 p.m. Chair Thompson invited anyone for or against the application to come forward and make comment. There being no additional comment Chair Thompson closed the public hearing at 6:36 p.m. Commissioner Holewa moved and Commissioner Bartel seconded a motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 15-019 amending Section 1325.05, Subd. 8 of the Zoning Code pertaining to the Commercial and Residential Façade Transparency Requirements for properties in the B-2 and B-3 Districts, as presented in the November 4, 2015, report to the Planning Commission. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).