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. Minutes of the Arden Hills Regular Council Meeting, December 12, 1988 Page 3 . CASE #88-36 (Cont'd) The Planner advised he has reviewed the Lighting Plan and recommends approval. He stated the future sign proposed would be in violation of the current Sign Ordinance as it does not meet setback requirements; Bergly stated the site is large and there are alternatives for the sign location which would not require a variance. Hans Hagen, applicant, was present and reviewed the proposed 8,000 sq. ft. office building design. He stated the concept is to place the building in such a manner as to preserve the natural setting. Hagen advised he would agree to the recommended changes in the landscape plan, however, he preferred to retain the natural vegetation on the south side of the parking lot. The Planner explained there is currently no sanitary sewer service provided to the site, due to topographic and elevation conditions. He stated the sanitary sewer service is provided near the intersection of County Road E-2 and New Brighton Road, however, to service this area would require lift stations. Bergly commented that developer inquiries have been received relative to the parcel directly south of this site and suggested Council consider directing the Village Engineer to prepare a feasibility study for the area. . The Planner referred Council to the Planning Commission minutes of 12-7-88 recommending approval of the site plan contingent upon; 1. The options for sanitary sewer service investigated by the Engineer with the owners/developers of this parcel and similsr land to the south, 2. The sign location shown on the landscape plan is not approved and the applicant relocate the sign to meet the Ordinance setback requirements, and, 3. The landscape plan be revised as recommended by the Planner is his report of 12-7-88 and the site grading plan, including erosion control be spproved by the Village Engineer and RCWD prior to grading. Bergly advised the applicant had agreed not to locate heating/air conditioning equipment on the roof and to screen the trash/dumpster area in accordance with the Ordinance. Hagen stated he would install the sewer service if not feasible for the City to do so, and requested the Engineer study the feasibility of placement of the sanitary sewer in such a manner as to preserve the natural conditions on the site, He advised the site was purchased because of its natural beauty and he would not construct the building if the ravine on site is changed. Hagen stated he would prefer the City install and maintain the sewer service. Council questioned if the applicant would be agreeable to waiting one month to allow the Engineer sufficient time to prepare the feasibility study. . Hagen stated he would be agreeable to wait to resolve the matter. Hansen moved, seconded by Peck, that Council authorize the Village Engineer to prepare a feasibility study for sanitary sewer service to the property on County Road E-2 and Cleveland Avenue and the similar land south of this site, and request the study be available for Council review at their Regular Meeting held December 27, 1988. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) Council determined action on the site plan review would be held until the feasibility study has been completed. ROSEVILLE COMPR, Council was referred to Bergly's report of 12-7-88, PLAN AMENDMENT relative to the City of Roseville Comprehensive Plan Amendment. The Planner noted the Metropolitan Council staff has expressed concerns regarding the quality of the water runoff into Lake Josephine; he stated to date the Met Council staff has not submitted their review of the proposal to the Planner. Bergly recommended Council submit a letter to Roseville in support of the proposed development and the letter should include concerns regarding the runoff water quality into Lake Josephine. He suggested the City Engineer draft the . letter addressing the water quality concerns. Sather moved, seconded by Peck, that staff direct a letter to the Metropolitan Council and the City of Roseville stating Council approval the Comprehensive plan change and outlining Arden Hills concerns relative to the environmental water quality issue. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0)