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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - AUGUST 27, 2007 8 Councilmember Holden asked if there was any opportunity for public input. Mr. Lehnhoff stated this contract does not call for public input since this quote is just for technical services; however, the Comprehensive Plan update process will include an opportunity for public input on the overall transportation system. This technical data will help inform the public input component. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). D. Motion to Approve / Deny / Table a ReQuest to Transfer Property ID 28-30-23-33- 0030 to the City of New Brighton Mr. Lehnhoff reviewed a request to approve/deny/table a request to transfer Property ill 28-30- 23-33-0030 to the City of New Brighton. Staff reviewed the request and noted that the City Council had requested Mr. Canniff to submit additional information about the building and use at the August 9, 2007, meeting. Additional information is included in the packet, and Mr. Canniff is in attendance to answer questions. He noted staff does not have a recommendation at this time. Staff was asked to look into the option of rezoning the property. A comprehensive plan amendment would be required, and Staff is recommending against rezoning the property at this time. If the property is transferred to New Brighton, Arden Hills could not attach any conditions to the development. It would be subject to the New Brighton zoning code and review process. Councilmember Holmes asked what the line was on the drawing. David Canniff stated it was an alley. Mr. Canniff indicated the location of a sewer pump (lift station). Mr. Lehnhoff stated the alley vacation has not been approved by New Brighton. Mayor Harpstead asked if Mr. Cauniff has filed any documents with the City of New Brighton. Mr. Canniff was noted that all New Brighton building codes have been followed in the plans but they have not proceeded because they do not know where the building would lie. Mayor Harpstead asked about the property at Northwestern College and the buildings that cross the City boundary. Mr. Lehnhoff stated it has been done in the past but it is preferred to be avoided. Councilmember Holmes asked for clarification on whether it would affect the R-2 zoning if the property is sold. Mr. Lehnhoff stated if the portion in Arden Hills were developed separately, the City would have to work with the owner because a house could not be built on that portion of the property within guidelines. The variance process would have to be used to allow reasonable use of the property. Councilmember Holden quoted portions of the New Brighton industrial code. She stated this is a highly residential area for both Arden Hills and New Brighton. The industrial code allows for reasonable amounts of truck traffic, which would conflict with the residential uses in Arden Hills. Councilmember Grant asked if both properties were owned by Interp1ant Sales of Hopkins. Councilmember Grant stated Ramsey County shows that property as a commercial property. Is it common for a County to call a property "commercial" while a city calls the same property