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I I ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - NOVEMBER 25. 1996 4 It Councilmember Malone stated in reviewing the five criteria, he believes the proposal is not the type of development that is desirable since it does not currently meet the "test" for the use of this I property. Councilmember Keirn asked how the 1,320 feet guideline was determined and whether it was I determined when Burger King applied. Mr. Ringwald advised that the review of the Burger King site plan addressed this requirement. I Councilmember Aplikowski stated she favors the Arby's/Sbarro proposal but understands it needs some "tweaking." She stated this plan was devised some time ago and while she appreciates the concerns expressed by current users, she believes those concerns can be I addressed. She asked if this same discussion would occur if the restaurant was just an Arby's. Mr. Ringwald stated a single use fast food would not be allowed. I Mayor Probst explained the applicant proposes that having a joint use constitutes a "food court" type of use. I Councilmember Hicks reviewed the Mayor's suggestion that the applicant "step back" from the application request to address traffic issues and a larger development plan. He noted if this Ie structure were attached to the building on the north, the 1,320 foot limitation could be waived. He asked if it is really a traffic/circulation concern rather than a land use concern. I Mayor Probst stated it is and noted the traffic problem is a fundamental issue since the proposed access location is not a good one. He noted it may be possible to consolidate an access point with Shannon Square. I George Lang, St. Paul Properties, reviewed his history with this company and the location of nine buildings owned by St. Paul Properties within this general vicinity. He reviewed the various I requests for purchase of small parcels which have been turned away because they were not desirable uses. Mr. Lang reviewed the request of Franchise Associates to allow two separate I entities (restaurants) within a single building. He stated the request under consideration tonight is whether this use fits into the City's plan as a permitted use and whether the intended use is appropriate. Mr. Lang stated they will work with the City to draft an overall plan for the B-3 and I B-4 areas. Mr. Lang reviewed the aligrunent of a roadway proposed to be extended to connect to Shannon I Square which will alleviate traffic problems at the access point to Lexington A venue. He stated his belief that the current proposal is actually two separate businesses since it is two separate kitchens, cash registers, etc. He asserted this is a key distinction and provides an alternative I which meets the need of fast food within the community without the need for additional curb cuts. Mr. Lang welcomed the opportunity to work with the City to resolve their mutual concerns. .. I