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Page 6 of 15 Section 1325.05 Subd. 8, E of the Arden Hills City Code states “the arrangement, massing, materials and colors shall work to create a high quality development that is responsive to existing buildings, site features, and site design on adjoining sites in the district.” There are seven (7) evaluators for building design with one of those stating that at least fifty percent (50%) of the largest building on each site shall be constructed at the front setback line.” The other evaluators to consider in review of the building design are that façade treatments shall be carried around all sides, avoid long unbroken expanses and to create visual interest from the street, awnings and overhangs shall be provided at the primary entryway, any multi-level building shall distinguish the ground floor level from the upper floors. Architectural plans are included in Attachment E. The Applicant is proposing a two-story building of approximately 41,000 square feet for their Headquarters facility. The front lot line is Pine Tree Drive and the front setback line is at 50 feet. The Applicant’s site plan shows the building would be constructed at approximately 90 feet. Site Plan B. Exterior Materials – Meets Requirements At least seventy-five (75) percent of the exterior building materials should be made of brick masonry, tile masonry, natural stone or its synthetic equivalent, decorative concrete plank, transparent glass or any combination thereof. Trim and other accent or decorative features may be metal, wood, split faced block, EIFS, or stucco. Metals shall have a matte finish and have visible corner moldings and trim when used on exterior walls. Undesirable materials include simulated brick, vinyl or aluminum siding, sheet or corrugated metal siding, plain concrete blocks or panels, brightly colored metal roofing or canopies, pre-cast tilt-up walls, and mirrored or reflective glass. Building colors shall be muted. Recommended colors include browns, grays, tans, beiges, and dark or muted green, blues, and reds. Bright or brilliant colors and sharply contrasting colors may be used for only accent purposes occupying a maximum of five percent (5%) of building façades. The Planning Commission should evaluate the architectural style and building character based on the quality of its design and on its relationship to its surroundings. Site characteristics to be evaluated for this purpose include, but are not limited to, building and landscaping materials,