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<br /> I ... <br /> I <br /> ~ ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - DECEMBER 4. 1996 11 <br /> Chairman Erickson asked if the traffic analysis was prepared internally. Mr. Ringwald advised it <br /> I was submitted by the applicant. Chairman Erickson noted it is based on types of students, <br /> number of trips, but not the two entrance points (as a comparison) which is needed to assure <br /> accuracy. Mr. Ringwald stated it provides the trips anticipated but not the general distribution of <br /> I those activities or timing of the trips. Chairman Erickson commented on how the number of trips <br /> is compounded during different times of the day. He asked how this can be tied back to the <br /> original SUP which contains certain specific guidelines. <br /> I With regard to the caretakers house, Chairman Erickson questioned the College's intent. Mr. <br /> Hjelle stated he was not aware there was a fire. He advised it is not totally abandoned and is <br /> I used for storage but their intent is to demolish the structure since it is not financially feasible to <br /> remodel it for another use. He noted the master plan provides for the expansion of the storage <br /> I facility on the southeast corner of the campus and requested enough time to have it constructed <br /> prior to demolishing the caretakers house. Mr. Hjelle stated he is in the process of obtaining <br /> estimates to demolish this structure and advised there have been concepts presented that it could <br /> I provide a charming residence at a future date. <br /> Chairman Erickson stated based on previous cases, if the building is razed, it would be difficult <br /> Ie to reconstruct in the current location. Mr. Hjelle advised wetland issues may also be involved. <br /> Chairman Erickson questioned the current zoning of the property west of Highway 10. Mr. <br /> . Ringwald advised it is R-l. Mr. Hjelle stated this parcel is not within the Master Plan. <br /> Chairman Erickson asked how the entrance ways will be addressed with regard to setbacks. Mr. <br /> I Ringwald displaycd a colored sketch of the proposed entrance way monuments, fencing, and <br /> sign, and explained the required setbacks. Mr. Hjelle explained this is a concept plan and he <br /> I anticipates the final design will include permit applications. He stated they will meet setback <br /> requirements. <br /> I Chairman Erickson asked if the Sign Ordinance is the only issue with regard to Christmas tree <br /> sales. Mr. Ringwald explained the Friends of Bethel Christmas tree sales has been permitted for <br /> a number of years and if this minimal activity is allowed to continue, he believes it is imperative <br /> I they are in compliance with the Sign Code. He noted there are other similar uses which are <br /> required to meet the Sign Code so he does not support any type of waiver to Friends of Bethel <br /> Christmas. <br /> I Mr. Hjelle stated Mr. Wilson has made some very good points and after this year, Bethel College <br /> is willing to no longer have Christmas tree sale. <br /> I Chairman Erickson commented on the time frame for updating the Master Plan and asked if <br /> fI Bethel College feels a ten year time frame is reasonable. Mr. Hjelle stated they do. <br /> I <br />