7A, Arden Hall Planned Unit Development & Zoning Code Amendment

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extending these improvements indefinitely. If the property was not split at this time then the green space requirements are being met. Commissioner Scott asked if the current Interim Use Permit could be extended. City Planner Beekman stated it was Staff's opinion to move this through a PUD process so that the City could require improvements that would otherwise not be done. TAT Properties will be investing a great deal into the property and if the use would be more long term then it would be beneficial for TAT to make the investment. Chair Larson stated the use of the Holiday Inn site has been good for the college and the neighborhood has not suffered. He expressed concerns the City would be creating a nonconforming parcel if the Planning Commission approves the plat. Commissioner Holewa stated he understood TAT Properties not wanting to invest a lot of funds into the parking lot without having an occupant for Lot 2. The City spent a significant amount of time on developing the B -2 District Guiding Plan and creating a nonconforming lot is not what the City had envisioned in this area. He stated he supports the College, the students, and the community but he would not support the zoning change. Commissioner Thompson agreed with Commissioner Holewa. She stated the City had not looked at extending the current IUP and this is something that should be looked into more. She is supportive having the curbs and gutters installed but stated the City should be aware of not requiring something that may have to be removed in the near future to accommodate an occupant on Lot 2. Commissioner Reiff stated the opposition surprised him because this proposal is in line with the City's vision. The City needs to make it possible for businesses to move toward the plan guidelines and not make it impossible to do improvements if they are not exactly what the City wants. The City does not gain anything if the area businesses find it difficult to make improvements. He clarified that he would support both motions presented. Commission Zimmerman stated the B -2 Guiding Plan had considered a motel/hotel /convention center for this particular site and the interim use has turned out to be a good use for this particular site. Plans can always be put together but the economy may not support those plans. The City should be able to maintain flexibility and have the ability to accept other options that are presented. Commissioner Reiff moved and Commissioner Zimmerman seconded a motion to Recommend Approval of Planning Case 10 -009 for a Zoning Code Amendment and Master and Final PUD at 1201 W. County Road E Based on the Findings of Fact and the Submitted plans as Amended by the Modified Conditions. The motion failed (2 -4).