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APPENDIX 0 C that shows we are limited on space. Larry also shared a map of the current facilities and utility services on campus and a site constraints map which shows the set back from the lake. According to the DNR., the set back is required to be 75 feet. The powerhouse is on that set back currently. The map showed city set backs as well. For the NWC campus there are no currently established or agreed zoning standards other than for those that exist for residential housing, so there will need to be additional discussion with the city regarding zoning restrictions. We will need to watch the usage and campus activity along the property line to the east due to residential sensitivity. We will also need to have more holding ponds on campus as the ordinance has changed since the last building projects. Discussion took place on moving one of the current ponds beyond Maranatha to place a building there. There are some elevation issues, which would be a future discussion that would need to include an engineer. The right of way area will need to be looked at as well. Larry made his presentation, sharing the proposed plan vs. the existing. (See attachments) The only open areas to consider currently are some building areas by the tennis court and by the old drive in to campus. Larry had to consider utility feeds, set backs, aesthetics, and parking, in addition to the growth factor. A mall concept with consideration for changing the road and parking was shared, along with possible sites for student residence halls. An athletic field house was discussed, however more time and attention will need to be spent on Athletics to evaluate their needs. Larry will be following up with Matt Hill regarding their needs. Discussion took place regarding the general use of the Mall, the parking structure, new buildings vs. remodeling, residence halls, events and athletics. The Committee in general was in favor of the Mall concept and thought that it would be very appealing. The building of a dorm that was previously approved by the city has expired and NWC will need to reapproach the city for that structure. The scale of the housing can be kept minimized compared to an academic building. Discussion as to the zoning of NWC and rezoning the campus as one part academic and one residential or institutional zoning took place. The Committee was encouraged to share the proposal in general with their co-workers, however they were cautioned to keep the information shared in this meeting confidential and that it is not to be shared with those outside of the campus community. We do not want to jeopardize any work NWC will need to do with the cities of Arden Hills and Roseville. Handicap accessibility needs were discussed. Further evaluation as to what to do with the mechanical facilities of the campus will need to be done. Should each building be free standing as some buildings are or a central place for the whole NORTHWESTERN COLLEGE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN PARTNERS & SIRNY ARCHITECTS APP C.23