02-22-10-TCAAP WS - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

ARDEN HILLS CITY TCAAP WORK SESSION—FEBRUARY 22, 2010 5 Community Development Director Lehnhoff responded the entire Master Plan would have to be approved prior to any development based on the proposed process. Councilmember Holden questioned how the City would protect itself against the developer deciding after negotiations that he only wants to develop a portion of the property. Community Development Director Lehnhoff responded that would be a good question for the City's attorneys. Mayor Harpstead commented that the definitions of Concept Plan and Master Plan aren't always clear in the documents presented. Community Development Director Lehnhoff reviewed Subdivision 5, Land Use Component and the prohibited uses. Mayor Harpstead expressed concern about adult uses. Community Development Director Lehnhoff explained that adult uses are already limited to a specific zoning district but could be listed here as prohibited. Councilmember McClung questioned if race tracks and stadiums, both uses that have been mentioned, would be suitable in the zoning as proposed. Councilmember Holden commented on whether or not big box businesses would be allowed. Community Development Director Lehnoff responded that the proposed zoning would not support a race track or a stadium. He then stated that the footprint of a retail store is limited in the proposed code. Councilmember Grant questioned how tax exempt property would be handled. Community Development Director Lehnhoff stated that would have to be researched, but cities do have to be careful with restricting religious organizations. Community Development Director Lehnhoff reviewed the housing section and explained we can set a maximum number of housing units with a limit on certain types, including single and multi-family. He added that traffic capacity will be a consideration because that would limit the development capacity. He pointed out that the Metropolitan Council requires at least three units per acre in order to efficiently use the sewer system. Mayor Harpstead suggested establishing a range of housing units rather than a maximum. Councilmember Holdent thought it might be best to place the multi-family uses closer to County Road H.