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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – MAY 24, 2021 4 None. 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Planning Case 21-011 – Conditional Use Permit, Master Plan Planned Unit Development and Final Planned Unit Development – 3855 Lexington Avenue (Chick-Fil-A) Planning Consultant Kansier stated the proposed development site is the location of the former Perkins and is approximately 66,853 square feet (1.535 acres) in size. HR Green, on behalf of Chick-fil-A has submitted an application for Conditional Use Permit, Master Plan Planned Unit Development and Final Planned Unit Development. The Applicant is proposing to demolish the existing building on this site and construct a 4,995 square foot fast food restaurant, with dual drive-through lanes. There are two canopies, totaling approximately 3,654 square feet covering the ordering and pick-up areas. There is also a 50-stall parking lot. The Chick-fil-A building is proposed to be located on the west side of the site, with the storefront facing Lexington Avenue. The applicant is choosing to face the store front towards Lexington Avenue to attract potential new customers that are traveling along the major arterial roadway. Positioning the building in the given layout allows the applicant to begin the drive-thru lane at the north end of the lot and run it along the west property line. The proposed patio will feature six (6) tables for a total of 24 outdoor seats. Planning Consultant Kansier reviewed the Plan Evaluation, Traffic Study along with the Design Standards in detail with the Council and recommended the Council hold a public hearing. Councilmember Holden asked who owns the property directly east of this parcel. Planning Consultant Kansier stated this property was public right of way that was owned by the State and the County. Councilmember Holden asked who owned the vacant parcel to the north and west. Planning Consultant Kansier commented she was uncertain but could look this up for the Council. Mayor Grant indicated he believed the Roberts Management Group owns this property. Planning Consultant Kansier reported the owner of the property directly north of the hotel was North American Land Company. Councilmember Scott clarified the applicant would not be using brick veneer but rather would be using a thin brick on the building. Planning Consultant Kansier stated she would like clarification from the applicant on this building material.