04-05-1989 Regular Planning Commission Meeting Agenda

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Minutes of the Arden Hills Regular Planning Commission Meeting, 4-5-89 Page 2 CASE #88-30 (Cont'd) Bergly also reviewed the items listed on pages 4, 5, and 6 of his report, under Miscellaneous Components: • Trail: The trail is shown as a 12-ft wide, gravel surfaced trail. In discussions with the Fire Chief, he suggested the developer build the trail over a ten-ton, 20-foot-wide road bed to accommodate fire trucks. Bergly stated it is his understanding that would be well-beyond the need for fire trucks and this matter should be discussed further. Handicapped Parking: Bergly suggested a sidewalk system be provided around the north and south ends of Building No. 1 for handicapped/wheelchair accessibility purposes. He also noted the area for the handicapped parking spaces should be moved to meet the setback requirements from Parkshore Drive. Traffic: The Planner reviewed the traffic study prepared by SEH Engineers and concluded the increased traffic should not greatly impact the intersections included in the study. Lighting Plan: Bergly stated lighting at the rear of Building 1 for handicapped access should be provided and also at the handicap parking lot. He explained that normally lighting on the trail would be encouraged, however, in this case attempts will be made to discourage late evening or night time use of the trail by non-project residents. Park Dedication: Planner Bergly advised the triangular property dedicated will provide a better entrance area to the park; he reviewed the amount of land dedicated and explained the Council liaison negotiates the park dedication with the developer. • Landscaping Plan: Bergly indicated the developer submitted a preliminary landscape plan, however, the developer has expressed a desire to discuss the landscaping with the Commission. In reviewing the plan submitted, Bergly suggested there be more plantings to provide screening and sound separation along the I-694 side of the development, between Buildings 3 & 4; he also recommended a berm on the parking area island would help separate the buildings and may diffuse vehicle noise. Site Grading and Drainage Plan: Rice Creek Watershed District will review and approve the plan prior to site grading. Trash Storage: All trash containers will be kept in the garages with no exterior storage or dumpsters. Building Exteriors: Bergly advised Buildings 1 & 2 will have portions of the exterior in brick; Buildings 3 & 4 will have no brick exterior. Recreation: No recreation facilities, other than the trail, are shown on the Site Plan. Bergly suggested the possbility of a cash contribution for the remaining park dedication could be utilized for improvements in the park for use by the higher density housing surrounding the park. Staging: The developer proposes to do all the construction in one phase of approximately one year; staggered starting and completion dates would be used. • Sign: A sign is proposed in the entrance island; no plan is submitted at this time. Outline Specifications for Structures: These items will be addressed by the architect. Floor Plans: The architect will address this item.