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o How will green space be addressed since the Arden Hall parcel would have very little remaining green space after the subdivision? o Could the subdivision be delayed until a future use for the vacant parcel is known so that a new parcel is not created without a proposed use? o Ramsey County lists the property value at $2.7 million. If the subdivision is approved, the park dedication fee could be up to $270,000. A formal appraisal _ can be required by the City. • Could land be provided in the southeastern corner of the property for a future gateway sign. • The taxes payable in 2010 are $89,276. The property will become tax exempt if owned by Northwestern College. The College must enter into an agreement to reimburse the City for payment in lieu of taxes. This payment should be annually adjusted based on a set inflator or the assessed value as it changes. The payments should continue until such time as when the property is back on the tax rolls even if the use changes. • The parking lot must be resurfaced if needed. Unneeded parking spaces could be removed to increase green space on the property. • A landscaping plan will be required. • The temporary bollards blocking access points on the property must be replaced with permanent fixtures and/or landscaping. • Are any exterior upgrades to the building proposed? • Can any environmental sustainable techniques be implemented on the property? • All building improvements required by the City or Fire Department shall be implemented. The above questions are meant to provide direction for the application and guide the worksession discussion,but answers are not expected to be provided during the worksession. Land Use Application Process The application for this request would include the following: • Zoning Code Amendment to allow Residence Hall in the B2 District as a PUD • Preliminary and Final Plat for the Subdivision • Master and Final Planned Unit Development(PUD) The application would require a public hearing with the Planning Commission and City Council review. Since the application involves a zoning code amendment, the City has wide discretion in approving or denying the application. The plat and PUD are contingent upon the zoning code amendment to allow the use. Guiding Plan for the B2 District While a residence hall was not specifically contemplated in the Guiding Plan for the B2 District (www.ci.arden-hills.mn.us/b2district), the idea of allowing housing in the B2 District is in the Guiding Plan. Since the proposal would require a zoning change, the City can take a moment to consider how this proposal impacts the vision and guiding principles within the Guiding Plan. Both the 2030 Comprehensive Plan and the Guiding Plan for the B2 District were written with Page 3of4