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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION – July 6, 2022 3 1. Recommend Approval with Conditions 2. Recommend Approval as Submitted 3. Recommend Denial 4. Table Vice Chair Wicklund opened the floor to Commissioner comments. Commissioner Jefferys asked what the code amendment process was. City Planner Jagoe discussed the code amendment process with the Commission. It was noted if the code amendment was approved, it would apply to all future requests regarding menu boards. Commissioner Jefferys questioned if Condition 17 addressed the flexibility being requested. City Planner Jagoe stated Condition 17 reiterated the fact that, if approved,the applicant would have to apply for a separate sign permit. Commissioner Weber inquired if the City would be paying for any of the sidewalk along Lexington Avenue. City Planner Jagoe reported the City would be splitting the cost for the sidewalk along Lexington Avenue 50/50 with the County. Commissioner Weber indicated the purpose of new developments was to have businesses pay for the cost of adjacent infrastructure. He recommended the developer pay for the sidewalk along Lexington Avenue given the fact they are being redone at this time. He then asked how the City defines digital display signs. City Planner Jagoe reviewed how City Code defines digital display signs. Commissioner Weber asked staff for further information regarding the exterior building materials that would be used. Vice Chair Wicklund reported the applicant had provided staff with a product materials board. Commissioner Mitchell questioned if there was a difference between smart and dynamic signs. City Planner Jagoe explained these signs were the same. Commissioner Mitchell discussed the landscaping requirements and noted the applicant would not be meeting the City’s tree requirements. City Planner Jagoe indicated the City’s landscaping and tree requirements were two separate requirements under City Ordinance. The applicant was seeking flexibility to the minimum landscaping lot area requirements. The proposed number of trees along the right-of-way complied.