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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - FEBRUARY 3, 1999 DRAFT 20 . proposed. He echoed the concerns of Commissioner Duchenes that the Planning Commission - must be careful about granting a variance for such a non-conforming situation. The current home .. is not in any way located in the current buildable area. A future plan to build within the buildable footprint would be better, not only to gain easier approval by the Planning Commission and the City Council, but also to improve the value of the property. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). This Planning Case will be reviewed at the Monday, Febrnary 22, 1999 City Council meeting. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Rern stated that the Fox 29 tower issue is still pending. She asked Mr. Ringwald to provide an update on this issue. Mr. Ringwald explained that Fox 29 did not meet their application deadline for March. Because of this, the earliest they could be presenting their application would be in April. Commissioner Sand asked if Fox 29 was still considering constructing the tower on the Twin Cities Army Anununition Plant (TCAAP) property. Mr. Ringwald stated that, although they are still considering TCAAP, they have shown a preference for the Vaughn site. Commissioner Baker asked how much impact the proposed tower would have on the new trail system. Mr. Ringwald stated that this is one issue that will need to be considered. Ice buildup on the tower would be another of the many issues to consider. e Chair Erickson asked what is being proposed. Mr. Ringwald stated that a 1 ,500-foot tower is being proposed to replace the 750-foot tower. Commissioner Nelson asked if the tower would be approved prior to an EA W. Mr. Ringwald explained that the application would go to the Planning Commission and the Commission would direct an EA W be conducted on the project. Chair Erickson asked if the City of Arden Hills has an Ordinance, which limits the height of towers. Mr. Ringwald stated there is an Ordinance; however, the applicant can request a variance. He noted that Senator Grams was asked to write to the FCC in behalf of the City for direction. The FCC had indicated that this was a local zoning issue and that, ifthe City can find adverse public health issues, the application could be denied. Commissioner Sand stated that he would prefer that the tower be added to the existing tower, rather than a new one be built on the highest point in Ramsey County. Mr. Ringwald stated that initially it would appear that the Shoreview site would be a superior location. Commissioner Sand asked if there is room for more towers in Shoreview. Mr. Ringwald stated that there are. He noted the decision of where to locate the tower is a competitive issue on the part of the television station. e Councilmember Rem noted that this issue had taken up much of the Council's Worksession time.