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Page 2 of 3 definition aligns with other filling and excavation definitions in Section 1325.08 and Chapter 15. The Public Works Director/City Engineer reviewed the proposed definition and found it to be consistent with Grading and Erosion control definitions. Section 1325.08 Filling and Excavation The proposed ordinance amendments to Section 1325.08 would strike language that is inconsistent with Section 1510.01 as well as duplicative language that is addressed in greater detail within that section. Proposed amendments would also add language that references Chapter 15 explicitly and update numeric values to be consistent with Section 1510.01. Additional language would clarify at what threshold of filling or excavation a conditional use permit is required. The Public Works Director/City Engineer reviewed the proposed ordinance amendments for consistency and alignment with industry best management practices. Section 1510.01 Definitions While reviewing Section 1325.08 Filling and Excavation, city staff considered possible amendments to Chapter 15 Grading and Erosion Control for improved consistency with best practices. The proposed ordinance amendment would modify the definition for Land Disturbance Activity, striking values that are inconsistent with current practices and updating them with accurate values as well as adding language to clarify the types of activities that are considered a Land Disturbance Activity. Section 1520.03 Escrow Requirement The proposed ordinance amendments include a modification to the escrow requirements described in Chapter 15. The drafted amendment includes language to clarify how Grading and Erosion Control escrows will be utilized and to establish a timeline for the return of unused escrow funds. Additional Review Public Works/Engineering Staff worked with the Public Works Department to draft the proposed ordinances. Upon review of the final draft of the proposed ordinance amendments, no further comments were made. Findings of Fact The Planning Commission must make a finding as to whether or not the proposed amendments would adversely affect the surrounding neighborhood or the community as a whole based on the aforementioned factors. Staff offers the following findings for consideration: General Findings: 1. The City of Arden Hills is proposing to amend ordinance language to make filling and excavation quantities, activities, and permitting processes consistent across the City Code. 2. The proposed ordinance will include amendments to the language of Chapter 13 – Zoning Code, Sections 1305.04 – Definitions and 1325.8 – Filling and Excavation and Chapter 15 – Grading and Erosion Control, Section 1510.01 – Definitions and 1530.03 – Escrow Requirements. 3. The proposed ordinance amendments were reviewed and supported by the Public Works Director/City Engineer.