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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION – May 9, 2012 4 Variance Evaluation Findings: 15. The variance would be in harmony with the purpose and intent of the City’s ordinances and Comprehensive Plan. 16. The variance request would put the property to use in a reasonable manner because a university campus is a permitted use in the B-1 District, and a wellness center is a reasonable ancillary use to that. 17. The property is unique in the City because of its size and configuration, which allows multiple large buildings that are not visible from adjacent property. 18. The proposal will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood because it is not anticipated to be visible from adjacent property. City Planner Meagan Beekman stated notice was published in the Arden Hills/Shoreview Bulletin and notice was prepared by the City and mailed to residents within one thousand five hundred (1500) feet of the subject property. The City received one email from a resident concerned with storage of materials during the construction phase. Commissioner Zimmerman asked if when the Robertson Center was constructed was a variance granted for the height. City Planner Meagan Beekman stated the height requirements were most likely different at the time of the construction. Commissioner Holewa asked if the temporary structures need to be approved by the Planning Commission as well as the City Council. City Planner Meagan Beekman stated it only needs City Council approval. The extension of the temporary structures is decided by the Council. Commissioner Stodola questioned the aerial views and the location of the temporary classrooms. City Planner Meagan Beekman showed the current location of the temporary classrooms at this time and indicated where they would be relocated. Staff recommends approval of Planning Case 12-006, for a Conditional Use Permit, Variance and extension of temporary classrooms at 3900 Bethel Drive subject to the following seven conditions: 1. The project shall be completed in accordance with the plans submitted as amended by the conditions of approval. Any significant changes to these plans, as determined by the City Planner, shall require review and approval by the Planning Commission and City Council. 2. The applicant shall continue to abide by all previous agreements and Conditional Use Permits, as amended by the conditions of approval of this application. 3. A Conditional Use Permit drafted by the City Attorney shall be signed by the applicant prior to the issuance of any building permits. 4. A building permit shall be obtained for all proposed structures. 5. Building permits for Phase I shall be issued by June 30, 2013, or an extension shall be requested at least 45 days preceding this deadline. 6. Building permits for Phase II shall be issued by June 30, 2016, or an extension shall be requested at least 45 days preceding this deadline. 7. All temporary classrooms shall be removed prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for Phase II, or by October 31, 2017, whichever occurs first.