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, ~ Minutes of Regular Planning Commission Meeting, March 4, 1987 . Page 4 John Osland, District #621 representative, and Paul Erickson, Architect, appeared before the Commission. Osland advised that this proposed addition is part of a major project to upgrade schools in the District. Paul Erickson reviewed the building plans for the four additional classrooms. In discussiont Commission members expressed concern re the rooftop cooling/heating system; also questioned when construction would begin.. Osland explained that the current b~ilding plans would enclose the cooling system in the ceiling of the addition, however, if that plan is deemed too costly, the alternate plan is for individual cooling units for each of the four classrooms. He further advised that bids for the project would be let in March and, hopefully, the addition will be ready for occupancy by September 1st. Chairman Curtis asked if there were any comments from the floor. No response was received. The Public Hearing was closed at 8:30 p.m. Moved by Martin, seconded by Savage, that Commission recommend approval of the Special Use Permit application, Case No. 87-03, . for use of the Valentine Hills School site/building as a general education school and playfield, as submitted Independent School District #621. Motion carried unanimously. (6-0) CASE NO. 87-04, REZONING PROPERTY AT SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HAMLINE AVENUE AND HIGHWAY 96 FROM B-1 TO B-2, JACKSON-SCOTT ASSOCIATES, INC. The public hearing was opened at 8:40 p.m. Deputy Clerk Iago verified publication of Notice of Hearing in the New Bri~hton Bulletin on February 18th and mailing of Notice of Hearing on February 26th. Planner advised the request is for rezoning of the 5.6 acre parcel from B-1 Limited Business District to B-2 General Business District. If rezoned, the applicant intends to construct a neighborhood retail/service center and day-care center on the site. He noted that the applicant is not requesting site plan/building permit approval at this time. Miller advised the zoning code requires the applicant submit a general development plan for the property and, although not required, the applicant has also submitted a Comprehensive Plan statement. Miller explained the City's Comprehensive Plan designates the subject parcel for commercial office development "designed to minimize negative impacts upon adjacent residences". He reviewed the background of other proposals that were submitted for this parcel and discussions he has had with potential developers of the site. Planner summarized comments from his report (2-25-87) as follows: . 1- Present zoning and the Comprehensive Plan indicate the City's desire for office development on this parcel; office use is considered a more compatible neighbor for residences due to limited nighttime and weekend impact of offices.