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. . . ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - FEBRUARY 7, 2001 7 within the campus not abutting a major intersection. Commissioner Sand stated this would eliminate the need for a height variance and still allow for approval of the ramp. Mr. Reimer stated through advanced planning done at Guidant, they see his company out growing this site by 2007 if they are not allowed to go up. Commissioner Galatowitsch asked if Guidant considered going underground with a portion of this ramp. Mr. Reimer stated the water table was too high at this time to allow for this option, Commissioner Zimmerman noted it was difficult for the Commission to foresee this item because they don't have a visual ofthe site at this time with the proposed elevations of the ramp. He recommended that the applicant provide the Commission with photographs portraying this request. Chair Baker noted he was confused about the location of the ramp coming into this meeting and stated he was not happy with the proposed location and height. He stated he would support the original location of the ramp as stated within the Master PUD. Chair Baker asked if it was feasible to move the ramp back to the original location. Mr. Reimer indicated he would review the comments of the Commission but stated he felt the proposed location would warrant the most use. Commissioner Erickson suggested that the applicant revise the current plan, lower the ramp one level and increase the footprint to greater meet the requirements of the City of favor from the Commission. Chair Baker noted the Commission may show favor towards an increased amount of parking spaces with a reduced height in the parking ramp. Commissioner Sand concurred because it would eliminate the need for a height variance. Chair Baker asked for comments from staff. Ms. Chaput noted this item could be tabled and reviewed at the next meeting after the applicant has altered his proposal and provided photographs ofthe site, Chair Baker noted he feels the Commission was looking for the applicant to alter the height and size of the proposed ramp for review. He stated this would lower the visual site lines for the adj acent street and neighboring properties, Commissioner Sand asked if the Planning Case could be approved without recommending the height variance. Ms, Chaput indicated the PUD Amendment could be separated and only table the Site Plan Review and Height Variance. Chair Baker asked if a condition could be added on to set a height limit not to exceed 35 feet. Commissioner Erickson stated if the Council denies this request they would be set back six months from requesting an additional height variance. Mr. Reimer asked that the entire item be tabled at this time and not approved in sections.