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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL — FEBRUARY 13, 2023 13 Community Development Director Jagoe commented the applicant did not specify any time restrictions. She noted the Council could discuss this matter and add a condition as part of the PUD amendment to regulate the hours this sign could be illuminated. Councilmember Monson explained when she drove by the property this evening, she saw the property was already lit. She requested further information on how the site would be further lit. Community Development Director Jagoe indicated the applicant provided staff with a photometric plan and reported the proposed illumination could not be more than 1.0 foot candles at the property line. Per the applicant's plan, the lighting on the building would not be more than 0.12 foot candles at Snelling Avenue. She reiterated that the proposed sign would meet City sign standards. Councilmember Fabel indicated he has been driving by this project and he understood this was a large senior living facility. He stated he was deeply disappointed that this project did not include affordable housing. He confirmed from the Findings in the staff report that it is stated this sign would not result in something inconsistent with the purpose of the zoning district. Community Development Director Jagoe explained this was one of the Findings brought forward from the Planning Commission. Councilmember Fabel stated he understood the Planning Commission reviewed this case and recommended approval as amended of this case on a 6-0 vote. Community Development Director Jagoe reported this was correct. Councilmember Holden explained the Council requested affordable housing with this project but the State was involved with this project. She commented on how there would be a cooperative partnership between Bethel University and the senior housing project in order to provide nursing services to the seniors. She encouraged Councilmember Fabel to speak with Representative Kelly Moller about this further. Mayor Pro Tem Rousseau opened the public hearing at 8:51 p.m. Ted Brausen, 1306 West County Road E, stated he built some low income housing in Brainerd and was not able to complete a similar project in Arden Hills because he could not afford the land. He stated this company has been a wonderful neighbor and noted he supported their sign requests. He urged the City Council to reconsider the City's sign ordinance in general. He commented further on how Arden Hills' sign ordinance was difficult, noting Roseville and Blaine allowed better sign options. He believed this business deserved the requested signs in order to properly promote their business. Councilmember Monson asked what Mr. Brausen meant by better signage. Mr. Brausen discussed the differences between the signs that were allowed in Arden Hills versus Blaine and Roseville. He stated there was a very big difference for his Holiday Station. Councilmember Fabel asked what suggestions Mr. Brausen had for the sign ordinance.