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I I ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - DECEMBER 4. 1996 ~ 9 I Mr. Ringwald commented on the need for periodic review of Master Plans at least every ten years. He noted that the Planning Commission required this of the Northwestern College plan along with a five year staff review. These reviewals would look at issues such as enrollment I trends. any short or long range changes in the site plan or building additions. The first of such reviews would occur five years from the date of approval of this action, unless the College proposes an amendment to the SUP before that date. Mr. Ringwald recommended these same I requirements be placed on the Bethel Master Plan. He advised Staffrecommends approval of Planning Case #96-26, amendment to the Special Use Permit amendment (updating the Master Plan to be effective for a 1 O-year period ending with the 2006-2007 school year), and with staff I reviews every five years to review general activity on campus, subject to the following conditions: I L Compliance with the maximum height for structures; 2. Compliance with the required building setbacks; , Compliance with requirements of the Shoreland Management regulations; I .). 4. Razing the caretakers building at 4040 Old Highway 10 within one year from the date of Bethel College's next site plan approval; and Ie 5. Modification of the Special Use Permit to allow the Friends of Bethel to operate the Christmas Tree sales operation at the college, subject to the provisions of the Sign Ordinance. I It was noted if the Planning Commission makes a recommendation on this Planning Case, it would be heard at the Monday, December 30, 1996, regular meeting of the City Council. I Chair Erickson asked for comments for the proposal. I Craig Hjelle, Director of Campus Planning, introduced other Bethel College representatives in attendance and commented on their planning process. He stated they are excited about the I opportunity to present the Master Plan and offered to answer questions. Chair Erickson asked for comments against the proposal. I Craig Wilson, 1667 County Road F, objected to several of the recommended Staff conditions. He agreed the caretakers house has been an eyesore for some time and expressed concern with a I recent tire in the structure and the possibility of loitering or inappropriate activities. Mr. Wilson suggested it be razed as soon as possible. With regard to the Christmas tree sales, he reviewed the SUP condition which prohibits retail sales and asserted it is very clear that this activity is not I allowed. Mr. Wilson stated he protests the Christmas tree sales activities and asked that the SUP not be amended to allow this use. it I