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The proposed Zoning Code changes would not impact either of these towers. The Arden Tower v�ill continue to be governed by its existing CUP that already allows flexibility on that tower. The Mn/DOT tower will continue to be exempt from local regulations. Findin�s of Fact The Planning Commission offers the following sixteen findings of fact for review: 1. The property is 2.76 acres and is zoned I-1: Limited Industrial District. 2. The antenna tower was constructed in 1972 in planning case 72-024. 3. The antenna tower is 240 feet tall. 4. The existing conditional use permit provides for seven dish antennas at specific heights as noted in the CUP. 5. Zoning Code changes after 1972 have the tower a legal, non-conforming structure because it is the primary use on the site and exceeds the 75 foot height limit. 6. The antenna tower has 29 antennas as listed in the structural analysis report provided in the January 27, 2010, Ulteig report. 7. The current configuration of 29 antennas exceeds the number of antennas approved in the 1972 Conditional Use Permit. On the Zoning Code Amendment: 8. The proposed Zoning Code amendment would support the City's goal of reducing the potential need for additional antennas in the City. 9. The proposed Zoning Code amendment does not conflict with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. On the Conditional Z�se Pe�mit Evaluation C�iteria: 10. The proposed plan would not have any impact on traffic or parking conditions. 11. The proposed plan will not produce any permanent noise, glare, odors, vibration, smoke, dust, air pollution, heat, liquid or solid waste, and other nuisance characteristics. 12. The proposed plan will not impact drainage. 13. The proposed plan will not impact population density. 14. The proposed plan is not expected to increase the visual impact since the tower is already in place and the additional antennas would add minimal bulk to the structure. Additional antennas or changing antenna locations should not impact the surrounding property values. 15. Park dedications are not applicable. 16. The proposed CUP amendment does not conflict with the general purpose and intent of the Zoning Code or the Comprehensive Development Plan for the City. City of Arden Hills City Council Meeting for February 22, 2010 C.•IDocuments an� Settingslbecky.brazyslLocal SettingslTemporc�ry Internet FilesIOLK15F102-22-10 - Regulccr Meeting - Memo - Reiling Tower CUP Anaen�l.doc Page 6 of S