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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION – October 9, 2019 2 property is zoned R-1, Single Family Residential and is part of the Mounds View High School Planned Unit Development. Planning Consultant Kansier reported the City Council approved a Planned Unit Development for Mounds View High School in May 2019. The approved PUD allowed for additions to the existing high school building and allowed multiple lots to be treated as a single development. Planning Consultant Kansier explained when the original PUD application was submitted, the Applicant intended to use the existing building at 1901 Lake Valentine Road for cold storage. A more intensive use of the building may be proposed at a later date. As a result, the City Council included the following as a condition of approval of the PUD: Any use of the existing building on the on PID 21302334005 other than cold storage will require an amendment to the approved PUD. The existing structure shall comply with City Code Chapter 14 and any other use of the building shall meet all applicable codes. Planning Consultant Kansier indicated when construction of the high school improvements began, the School District realized they did not have an interim location for the weight room/fitness center. This room is generally used for fitness and weight training as part of the overall health and wellness curriculum. The school officials looked for a temporary location and decided to use the existing building at 1901 Lake Valentine Road. The School District worked with the Fire Marshall and building inspections staff to bring the space into conformance with building and life safety codes. During that time school and planning staff met to discuss approval options. As a result, the school district has submitted this application for an IUP. A temporary certificate of occupancy pending Planning Commission and City Council approval of the IUP. Planning Consultant Kansier stated Interim Use Permits are intended to allow uses that may be appropriate in a zoning district on a temporary basis, provided specific conditions are met. The IUP process is dictated by Section 1355.04, Subd. 7, of the City Code. The purpose and intent of an IUP was discussed with the Commission. Planning Consultant Kansier stated at this time, the applicant is applying for an IUP to allow the use of the existing building at 1901 Lake Valentine Road for a weight room/fitness center until October 1, 2020. The weight room is approximately 40’ by 80’ and is located in the southwest corner of the existing building. The remaining portion of the building is used for storage. Fire-rated sheetrock walls have been constructed around the weight room to meet building and fire code requirements. The room functions as part of Mounds View High School, so no additional parking spaces are required. No external changes to the building are proposed. Planning Consultant Kansier reported the applicant has provided a general statement of the future use of the building once the IUP has expired. This use includes storage of vehicles and equipment. The School District will review and prioritize upgrades to the building and grounds as part of their long-term facility planning process. Planning Consultant Kansier reviewed the surrounding area, the Plan Evaluation and provided the Findings of Fact for review: