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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - MARCH 7, 2001 16 The Planning Commission directed staff to work with the applicant on their request for an advertisement sign prior to construction, . Commissioner Galatowitsch stated the one year time period would not start the process over at "square one" but would allow the opportunity to communicate with the City on the progress of the project and to request an extension, Mr. Shardlow noted the Code requires the Final Plan to be filed within six months. However, he would support writing new language to extend the time period and provide an opportunity to request an extension. He stated his concern is the "sunset" of the approval in six months, Commissioner Erickson suggested revising the language to add a year to the time period, allowing 18 months. Mr. Shardlow stated that would be acceptable, The Commission agreed to extend the time period by one year to 18 months. Commissioner Erickson noted that numerous changes have been made to the Design Standards and should be included in the motion. Ms. Chaput asked that the Planning Commission address the issue of building height. Commissioner Zimmerman stated it was mentioned that the Commissioners realize they may be asked to approve an eight-story building depending on the tenant but that is not known today. Commissioner Erickson stated he was asking for definition on what comprises the eight stories . and ifit includes the underground parking and roof-top mechanical equipment. Mr. McClure stated it would include the occupied stories, Commissioner Duchenes noted it was mentioned that groundwater is a concern so the site could not be lowered. Mr. McClure stated that is correct. Commissioner Zimmerman asked if, under "Purpose and Intent," it will indicate these design standards govern over and above applicable City Ordinances, It was indicated that was the case. Commissioner Pakulski and Chair Baker stated they can live with eight stories, Commissioner Erickson stated he is in concurrence with a generally tall building, whether it is eight stories or some other design, Commissioner Zimmerman stated if the revised design standards are included in the motion, he believes the applicant should also have the opportunity to consider approval of the standards, Mr. Shardlow stated they will revise the design standards in a redline version and provide it to the City. Ms, Chaput stated she will provide that document to the Planning Commission prior to Council consideration. . Commissioner Zimmerman moved, seconded by Commissioner Erickson, to accept the Design Standards as revised during the discussion this evening and recommend approval of Planning