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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-08-15-WSAGENDA ITEMS Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA) Discussion Community Development Staff CC MEMO.PDF, ATTACHMENT A.PDF, ATTACHMENT B.PDF, ATTACHMENT C.PDF, ATTACHMENT D.PDF, ATTACHMENT E.PDF, ATTACHMENT F.PDF, ATTACHMENT G.PDF Business Retention And Expansion Proposal - THIS ITEM HAS BEEN PULLED FROM AGENDA Business Retention and Expansion Proposal - THIS ITEM HAS BEEN PULLED FROM THE AGENDA COUNCIL/STAFF COMMENTS ADJOURN Mayor: David Grant Councilmembers: Brenda Holden Fran Holmes Dave McClung Robert Woodburn Special City Council Work Session Agenda June 8, 2015 6:00 p.m. City Hall Address: 1245 W Highway 96 Arden Hills MN 55112 Phone: 651 -792 -7800 Website : www.cityofardenhills.org City Vision Arden Hills is a strong community that values its unique environmental setting, strong residential neighborhoods, vital business community, well -maintained infrastructure, fiscal soundness, and our long -standing tradition as a desirable City in which to live, work, and play. CALL TO ORDER 1. 1.A. Documents: 1.B. 2. AGENDA ITEM – 1A City of Arden Hills City Council Work Session Meeting for June 8, 2015 P:\Planning\Planning Cases\2015\PC 15-015 - TCAAP CPA & TRC\Memos_Reports Page 1 of 4 MEMORANDUM DATE: June 8, 2015 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers Patrick Klaers, City Administrator FROM: Ryan Streff, City Planner SUBJECT: Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA) Discussion Background This item has been prepared to provide background on the Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA) process in preparation for the public hearing on the CPA for the TCAAP redevelopment project. The report below outlines the specific chapters of the Comprehensive Plan requiring amendments in order to reflect the changes suggested by the TCAAP Master Plan, provides a timeline for City review and approval of the CPA and TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC), and discusses the Metropolitan Council review process. Discussion The Comprehensive Plan is a policy document that reflects the City’s value system and creates a framework for the future by providing an overall vision for the City. As a guiding tool, the Plan provides a system for measuring progress and direction for setting priorities in key areas critical to the efficient functioning of a community, such as land use, housing, transportation, and public facilities. The Comprehensive Plan is implemented through land use and development regulations, the budgeting process, and community and economic development programs. The Arden Hills 2030 Comprehensive Plan was officially approved in September 2009. While the Plan was being prepared, the City was also engaged in a community planning process to better define how excess land on the TCAAP property should be redeveloped. Since a final plan was not approved at the time the Comprehensive Plan was adopted, the Plan only included an overall vision for the redevelopment and preliminary elements of the potential reuse plan. The intent was for the City to amend the Comprehensive Plan once a final TCAAP redevelopment plan was approved so that any required data, such as future land use designations, housing AGENDA ITEM – 1A City of Arden Hills City Council Work Session Meeting for June 8, 2015 P:\Planning\Planning Cases\2015\PC 15-015 - TCAAP CPA & TRC\Memos_Reports Page 2 of 4 densities, transportation infrastructure, and parks and open space resources, could be included in the relevant chapters of the Comprehensive Plan. Since April 2013, the City has been working on a Master Plan for the 427-acre TCAAP parcel purchased by Ramsey County. This Master Plan is comprised of three components: the Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) and Mitigation Plan, the TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC), and the Regulating Plan. The AUAR was approved by the City Council in the summer of 2014, and preliminary approval was given to the TRC and Regulating Plan on May 26, 2015. Together, these documents represent the community’s long-term vision for the TCAAP redevelopment site. The Comprehensive Plan Amendment will reflect the policies, goals, and data included in the separate components of the Master Plan as well as document the community planning process the City has undertaken over the past two years. TCAAP Comprehensive Plan Amendment On July 8th the Planning Commission is tentatively scheduled to hold the official public hearings for the Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA) and approval of the TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC). During the amendment process, the sections of the Comprehensive Plan listed below will require updates to ensure compatibility with the TCAAP Master Plan. Staff has begun work on making the necessary revisions to the Comprehensive Plan and a redlined version of the draft updates are included in Attachment B-F. During the City Council Work Session on June 8th, Chapters 5, 6, 7, and 9 and Appendix H will be discussed. The focus of the Work Session on June 15th will be on the amendments to the Comprehensive Plan related to infrastructure (Chapters 11 and 13). Chapter 5 – TCAAP Chapter 5 describes the past development and future redevelopment of the TCAAP property. The sections that pertain to the current TCAAP redevelopment proposal will be revised to reflect the Master Plan. These sections include TCAAP Land Ownership, Environmental Cleanup, and the Redevelopment Timeline. Chapter 6 – Land Use The Land Use Chapter explains each land use category of the Comprehensive Plan and discusses the importance of having a sustainable land use pattern that provides strength to the character of all of the City’s Zoning Districts. The Future Land Use Classifications require amendments to reflect the land uses identified in the TRC for the TCAAP site. Chapter 7 – Housing The Housing Chapter outlines the City’s housing stock, household composition, household type, age of housing stock, household forecasts, and other similar housing data. The housing forecasts and future opportunities sections of this chapter will be updated to reflect the TRC. AGENDA ITEM – 1A City of Arden Hills City Council Work Session Meeting for June 8, 2015 P:\Planning\Planning Cases\2015\PC 15-015 - TCAAP CPA & TRC\Memos_Reports Page 3 of 4 Chapter 9 – Parks and Recreation The Parks and Recreation Chapter summarizes the City’s existing and future park, trail, and open space systems. This particular chapter requires updates to include the new/expanded park and trail systems as part of the TCAAP development. Chapter 11 – Transportation Chapter 11 provides an overview of the City’s transportation system and the importance of expanding a system that offers convenience and effective multi-modal connections. Updates to this chapter include relevant transportation studies, multi-modal opportunities, the future transportation system, and forecasts related to the development of the TCAAP property. Chapter 13 – Public Facilities, Services, and Infrastructure The Public Facilities, Services, and Infrastructure Chapter explains the services provided by the City and outlines the goals in order to provide efficient and high-quality infrastructure to the community into the future. The amendment will update the sections that cover water resource management, water supply, sanitary/storm sewer, and inflow & infiltration. Appendix H – Zoning District Regulations Appendix H outlines all zoning districts within the City. In order to update the Comprehensive Plan the new zoning districts proposed in the TRC must be included in Appendix H. Timeline • May 26th – City Council preliminarily approved the TRC and authorized staff to proceed with the CPA and associated public hearings • June 3rd – Planning Commission discussion on CPA • June 8th & 15th – City Council discussion on CPA • July 8, 2015 – Planning Commission to hold Public Hearing on the CPA & TRC • July 13, 2015 – City Council consideration of CPA & TRC contingent on Metropolitan Council approval Metropolitan Council Review The Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA) will be contingent on final approval from the Metropolitan Council. A request to amend the Future Land Use Map or text within the Comprehensive Plan is required to be submitted to the Metropolitan Council by the City. The Metropolitan Council then has 60 days to review the application. Once the Metropolitan Council completes their review, they will notify the City of their decision. AGENDA ITEM – 1A City of Arden Hills City Council Work Session Meeting for June 8, 2015 P:\Planning\Planning Cases\2015\PC 15-015 - TCAAP CPA & TRC\Memos_Reports Page 4 of 4 The City must also allow adjacent governments, affected special districts, and affected school districts up to 60 days to review the CPA. This waiting period allows interested parties to review and comment on the amendment before Metropolitan Council review. Given these requirements, the City expects to receive final approval from the Metropolitan Council in November of 2015. Attachments A. Comprehensive Plan Amendment Submittal Form B. Chapter 5 (TCAAP) Redlined - Draft Comprehensive Plan Amendment C. Chapter 6 (Land Use) Redlined - Draft Comprehensive Plan Amendment D. Chapter 7 (Housing) Redlined - Draft Comprehensive Plan Amendment E. Chapter 9 (Parks) Redlined - Draft Comprehensive Plan Amendment F. Appendix H (Zoning) - Draft Comprehensive Plan Amendment G. Regulating Plan Map Comprehensive Plan Amendment Submittal Form May 2011 1 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Submittal Form Please complete the following information. When completing this form electronically, fields in grey need your input. Use the Tab key to quickly navigate to each field. Question 37 on the last page of this form is for MUSA Expansions or Changes only and does not contain grey fields, but is directly editable. The form for Question 37 is also available in Excel format. http://www.metrocouncil.org/planning/assistance/resources.htm This form is available in electronic format on the Metropolitan Council’s website: http://www.metrocouncil.org/planning/assistance/resources.htm. AMENDMENT NAME ARDEN HILLS TCAAP CPA COMMUNITY PROFILE AND AMENDMENT OVERVIEW 1. Please provide the following information: Local governmental unit: City of Arden Hills Contact name: Jill Hutmacher Contact title: Community Development Director Address: 1245 West Highway 96 City, State, Zip: Arden Hills, MN, 55112 Telephone number: 651-792-7819 FAX number: Email address: jhutmacher@cityofardenhills.org Date of preparation: June 6, 2015 2. Identify the type of amendment and describe. Check all that apply: 2a. Land use change: Updating the land use definitions of the Twin City Army Ammunitions Plant (TCAAP) site 2b. MUSA expansion or change: 2c. Text Change: Update land use, transportation, and infrastructure sections to reflect recent planning work related to TCAAP 2d. Other: 3. Provide a description of the amendment: Location: TCAAP Brief description: Former Twin Cities Army Ammunitions Plant site along the east edge of Interstate 35W Affected area, in acres: 427 for TCAAP Development Area Number of housing units in CPA area, if any: 1,431 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Submittal Form May 2011 2 SECTION 1: PROCESS OVERVIEW http://www.metrocouncil.org/planning/LPH/LPHSect1.pdf 4. Indicate the official local status of the plan amendment. Check all that apply. NOTE: The local governing body must take action on the proposed amendment before submittal to the Metropolitan Council. Action Date of Action Acted upon by the planning commission. Approved by governing body, contingent upon Metropolitan Council review 5. List the adjacent local governments, school districts, and other jurisdictions that were contacted and the date the copies were sent. Notifying adjacent governmental units and affected school districts is one of the criteria the Council will use to determine whether an application is deemed complete for review. Mounds View School District - TBD Ramsey County - TBD City of Shoreview - TBD Rice Creek Watershed District - TBD City of Mounds View - TBD City of New Brighton - TBD 6. Identify outstanding issues or conditions made in the Metropolitan Council’s review of the municipality’s 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update or subsequent comprehensive plan amendments: The Council’s review(s) did not identify any issues or conditions. The Council’s review(s) identified the following issues/conditions: Issue/Condition Steps taken or future planned actions, including date Update Local Surface Water Management Plan (LSWMP) City Council approved updated LSWMP 8/27/2012 7. Will/has and environmental review (Environmental Assessment Worksheet, Environmental Impact Statement, or Alternative Urban Areawide Review) be/been completed for this site? No, none required. Yes. Indicate the type of review and approximate date of completion. If completed, include a summary of the findings below: An AUAR was completed in 2014 for the site including "Minimum" and "Maximum" development scenarios. According to the AUAR, wastewater facilities have capacity to handle long-term capacity needs, sanitary sewer will need to be extended into the site, temporary dewatering may be required, wetlands may be impacted, a new creek crossing is required, there is potential for contaminants to be encountered, there are ecologically sensitive resources on-site, and traffic will increase on the regional network. Comprehensive Plan Amendment Submittal Form May 2011 3 SECTION 2: FORECASTS http://www.metrocouncil.org/planning/LPH/LPHSect2.pdf 8. Does the plan amendment change the population, household, or employment forecasts that appear in the Metropolitan Council’s published forecast tables? Published forecast tables can be found online on the Council’s website: http://www.metrocouncil.org/metroarea/stats.htm. Please note that the Council’s practice is to round forecasts to the nearest hundred. No, no change in community-level forecasts. This plan amendment enables development that is already assumed in current, approved forecasts. Yes. Identify the net changes to community-level forecasts in the table below: Net Changes to Community-level Forecasts (additions or reductions due to the amendment) 2010 2020 2030 Population Households Employment SECTION 3: LAND USE http://www.metrocouncil.org/planning/LPH/LPHSect3.pdf 9. Does the plan amendment propose any impacts to wetlands located on the site? No wetlands on the site. No, no impacts to wetlands located on the site. Yes. Describe the type of wetland(s), potential impacts, and mitigation plans below: According to the AUAR, up to 14.4 acres of wetland could be impacted. Impacts will be replaced at a 2:1 ratio, through a combination of on and off-site replacement through plans/permit approved by the RCWD and Army Corps of Engineers 10. Describe land use changes in acres applicable to this amendment site in the table below. Use the community’s land use categories as contained in the local comprehensive plan. Not applicable. No land use changes proposed. Land Use Designation (fill in the community’s specific land use categories) All Land Uses in CPA Area Residential Land Uses Only Acres # of Units & Density Range Pre-CPA Post-CPA Pre-CPA Post-CPA See Attachment A See Attachment A See Attachment A See Attachment A See Attachment A Totals CPA = Comprehensive Plan Amendment Comprehensive Plan Amendment Submittal Form May 2011 4 11. Housing: If the proposed amendment changes the amount of land city-wide staged for development for the 2011-2020 timeframe for medium density, high density, or mixed use residential development, complete the following table to identify the amount of land available pre- and post- amendment. Fill in all land use categories that allow multi-family residential development Acres city-wide for each land use category Pre-CPA Acres city-wide for each land use category Post-CPA Total Acres Developed Acres Developable Acres* Amendment Acres** Developable Acres A B A – B = C D C + D = E See Attachment B See Attachment B See Attachment B See Attachment B See Attachment B See Attachment B * Developable means land planned for urban residential development, infill, or redevelopment for the 2011-2020 timeframe. ** Amendment acres from the municipality’s response to Question #10 above. 12. Mississippi River Critical Area / MNRRA: Does the proposed amendment include any land within the designated Mississippi National River and Recreation Area (MNRRA) and Critical Area boundaries? No. Not a community with CA / MNRRA boundaries or project site is not within CA / MNRRA boundaries. Yes. Describe below how Critical Area guidelines and MNRRA Comprehensive Management Plan policies are being addressed with this amendment. SECTION 4: TRANSPORTATION http://www.metrocouncil.org/planning/LPH/LPHSect4.pdf 13. Trip Generation: Complete the table below using the most recent edition of the Institute of Transportation Engineers Trip Generation Manual to show whether this plan amendment increases or decreases trip generation compared to the planned land use and transportation element of the community’s comprehensive plan. Trip Generation for the Site Based on Planned Land Use Pre-Amendment Trip Generation for the Site Based on Planned Land Use Post-Amendment Estimated average daily traffic 41,545 51,150 Estimated peak hour traffic 4,340 5,305 14. Will these changes require improvements to the existing local and regional road network or to interchanges beyond what is in the community’s current transportation plan? No, existing local and regional road networks can accommodate increase. Yes, improvements are needed. Describe improvements and who will pay for them below: According to the AUAR, the following improvements are necessary to accommodate the development: TH 96 westbound auxiliary lane from east of the project boundary to TH 10. Re-introduction of CR H southbound loop access to I-35W (removed as part of the baseline scenarios), which remains barrier separated from I-35W southbound exit ramp to TH 10 southbound, and enters I- 35W after joining the TH 10 southbound access ramp to I-35W southbound. The County is in the process of redesigning the I-35W/CR 96 interchange. The new interchange will be designed to accommodate anticipated future traffic, including the TCAAP development. At the intersection of Round Lake Road W at CR 96, the lane use of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment Submittal Form May 2011 5 northbound center lane is recommended to be re-striped from an existing shared left/through lane to a shared left/through/right lane. At the intersection of CR H at TH 10, an additional eastbound left turn lane is recommended. The addition of a new northbound I-35W exit to CR H, with a single lane approach to the roundabout on CR H. An additional southbound left turn lane at the southbound exit from I-35W to CR H. The City of Arden Hills will continue to work with Ramsey County and all transportation partners in the provision of an efficient transportation system. Access 15. If this site has direct access to a Principal or “A” Minor Arterial, is the location and spacing consistent with applicable County guidelines or MnDOT’s Access Management Guidelines? (http://www.oim.dot/state.mn.us/access/index.html) Not applicable. No direct access to a Principal or “A” Minor Arterial. No. Explain: According to the IRC memo submitted to the Met Council, the proposed development will have direct access to T.H. 35W at County Road H. The spacing between County Road H and adjacent interchanges on T.H. 35W is about 4,600 feet to the north and 2,200 feet to the south. The interchange spacing and land use in this part of the Metropolitan Area is similar to that located three miles to the south where the guideline changes to one mile interchange spacing. The Loop Option interchange concept includes additional design components to address the relatively close interchange spacing such as braided ramps for the northbound exit ramp to County Road H and the barrier separated auxiliary lane for southbound T.H. 35W for traffic exiting to County Road H and T.H. 10. An IAMR will be completed, and through that process it will be determined what revisions to the Loop Option concept are required by MnDOT and FHWA. Yes. Describe below: The proposed signalized access with County Road 96 is 1,500 feet and 3,500 feet from adjacent signalized intersections meeting the guidelines in Chapter 2 of the Mn/DOT Access Management Manual that recommends 1,320 feet signal spacing. 16. Will the amendment increase or decrease by 10% or more the 2030 forecasted households, population, or employment forecasts allocated to the development’s Traffic Analysis Zone (TAZ)? Yes. No. If Yes, explain below: EXPLAIN (Data to be provided by Kimley Horn) Transit and Other Modes of Transportation 17. Is the amendment likely to have any impact, positive or negative, on transit service? No, not currently served by transit or will not affect transit. Yes. List existing routes, describe changes, and identify proposed/necessary transit facility improvements (e.g. shelters, park & rides, etc) below: 860 Express stopping at the Mermaid Park & Ride on County Road 10 and County Road H. 250 Express stopping at the County Road H Park & Ride at I-35W. It is reasonable to expect that the TCAAP development will increase the demand for these nearby, off-site park & ride facilities. No improvements to these facilities are proposed with the TCAAP development. The Metropolitan Council is evaluating the feasibility of extending the A-Line BRT route to TCAAP. The County Road included in the proposed development will be designed to accommodate BRT facilities should Metro Transit supply service to the area. 18. Does the amendment include Traffic Demand Management (TDM) strategies or land use and urban design measures, if applicable? Comprehensive Plan Amendment Submittal Form May 2011 6 Yes. No. If No, explain why not. If Yes, describe below (e.g. car and van pooling, flexible work hours, mixed land uses that discourage vehicle trips and promote walking, biking, ridesharing, and transit): Mixed uses, car & van pool opportunities, proximity to nearby neighborhoods, flexible hours associated with office uses, compact development, and bicycle & pedestrian facilities will decrease the necessity of vehicle trips. 19. Does the amendment include any pedestrian or bicycle access or facilities? Yes. No. If No, explain why not. If yes, describe access/facilities below: Connections from County Road 96 through the center and eastern edge of the site are provided with 10' bituminous trails that both connect to the Rice Creek Regional Park trails at the northern portion of the site. Sidewalks will be provided in residential and mixed-use neighborhoods with connections to County Road 96 and County Road H. Aviation 20. Does the amendment affect any airport functions? Not applicable. Site is not within airport compatibility area or search area. No. The site is within airport compatibility area or search area, but no impacts. Explain below: The site is within the 6NM compatibility area around the Anoka County - Blaine Airport but does not contain any landfills or wind towers. http://www.metrocouncil.org/METC/files/11/11657eb7-af42-417e-83f2-11b842f700d9.pdf Yes. The CPA site is within an airport compatibility area or search area, and experiences off-airport impacts related to the following: Aircraft Noise. Describe whether the community has adopted land use compatibility guidelines, including preventive and corrective noise abatement and/or mitigation measures being applied. Airport Safety Zoning. Indicate whether the community participates on a joint airport/community zoning board, has an approved airport zoning ordinance, and how those requirements relate to the proposal. Airport Infrastructure. Describe how the proposal affects or is affected by the provision of services or facilities to the airport (e.g. roads, utilities, police/fire, etc.). SECTION 5: WATER RESOURCES http://www.metrocouncil.org/planning/LPH/LPHSect5.pdf Wastewater 21. What type of wastewater treatment will be used to serve the proposed amendment? Individual Sewage Treatment System (ISTS) Comprehensive Plan Amendment Submittal Form May 2011 7 Privately Owned / Community Treatment System Local / Municipal Owned Wastewater Treatment Plant Regional Wastewater Treatment 22. Wastewater Flow: Complete the following table to show whether the amendment increases or decreases wastewater flow compared to the currently planned land use and sewer flow projections. Year Total Community Flow Pre-Amendment (mgd) Total Community Flow Post-Amendment (mgd) 2010 1.28 0.86 2020 1.47 1.30 2030 1.47 1.73 mgd = million gallons per day 23. Does the local wastewater system have adequate capacity or staged capacity to accommodate the proposed amendment? Yes. No. Explain response below: Sanitary sewer will need to be extended into the AUAR study area to provide sewer service to the various lots. The use of a small lift station may be required depending on future uses, but the system will primarily be gravity-based. 24. Does the regional wastewater system have adequate capacity or staged capacity to accommodate the proposed amendment? Yes. No. Explain response below: The MCES lift station has a flow capacity of 5.8 million gallons per day (mgd). The average daily flow pumped at this lift station between 2005 and 2010 ranged from 0.47 mgd to 0.57 mgd. The corresponding allowable peak flow, reached during precipitation events, would be a maximum of just under 2.0 mgd. Therefore, the station’s reserve capacity is approximately 3.8 mgd. Based on the MCES Sewer Available Charge (SAC) Program, the estimated peak flows generated by the Minimum Scenario and Maximum Development Scenario are 2.42 mgd and 2.75 mgd, respectively. Therefore, in the Maximum Development Scenario approximately 1.05 mgd of capacity would remain at the lift station after the development of the AUAR study area. Both the lift station and the regional interceptors serving the study area and southeast Mounds View have sufficient capacity to accommodate the additional flow required in each Scenario. 25. Has the community and/or Metropolitan Council identified an inflow and infiltration (I/I) problem? Yes. No. If Yes, describe steps taken to address the I/I issue and plans for action below: According the the Arden Hills Comprehensive Plan, the following steps have been outlined to address I/I: 1. Conduct additional investigation to pinpoint I&I sources. 2. Rehabilitation of defects: Serious defects that are identified during the course of the investigation will be rehabilitated to eliminate I&I sources. Since the majority of the defects that are identified will be smaller, they will be compiled and evaluated before developing a rehabilitation project. This list of defects will be regularly reviewed and prioritized to provide the most benefit. A data base of defects and projected rehabilitation methods will be maintained to prepare a priority listing of rehabilitation required to correct the problems. 3. Annual Report: An annual report will be prepared to summarize efforts and costs during the course of the year. It will include a review of flow data and comparison of changes from previous years and MCES allowable flow rates, and recommend work efforts for the following year. 26. Identify regional interceptor(s) that will be impacted by these changes and indicate if flows will be diverted from one interceptor service area to another below. Comprehensive Plan Amendment Submittal Form May 2011 8 4-NS-524 27. Does the amendment include any wastewater flow to an adjacent community? For new inter-community agreements, the receiving community must also amend the sewer element of its plan. Yes. Enclose a copy of the inter-community agreement with the amendment submittal. No. Surface Water 28. Will stormwater runoff generated from the amendment be treated on-site? No. Check one of the following and describe: Runoff will not receive treatment. Describe below: Runoff will be treated off-site. Identify off-site treatment facility below: Yes. Describe type and level of on-site pollutant removal treatment/mitigation plans below: According to the AUAR, stormwater will be managed on-site, maintaining the current drainage patterns and utilizing the current outfalls to Rice Creek and Round Lake. Stormwater will be conveyed to Round Lake and Rice Creek by means of underground storm sewer, ponds, vegetated swales, and wetlands. Conveyance systems will be designed in accordance with acceptable industry standards and in conformance with jurisdictional requirements. The primary method of stormwater treatment will be the use of multiple ponds for the removal of total phosphorous and total suspended solids. Water reuse, bio- filtration, filtration, and stormwater wetlands are also suitable for treatment within the Study Area. No discharge water will be directed to surface waters without prior retention in a temporary settling basin and a determination that no contamination exists. The developer will determine if groundwater is contaminated as a basis for determining discharge to storm sewer, sanitary sewer, or through a treatment process such as the existing groundwater treatment facilities. Temporary construction dewatering will require a Temporary Water Appropriations General Permit 1997-0005 if less than 50 million gallons per year and less than one year in duration. 29. Does the community an updated local surface water management plan? Yes. Year adopted: 2012 No. Explain below: 30. Does the community have an adopted erosion control or stormwater management ordinance? Yes. Year adopted: 2009 No. Explain below: Water Supply Comprehensive Plan Amendment Submittal Form May 2011 9 31. Does the community have an updated water supply plan? Yes. Year adopted: 2009 No. 32. Will the amendment increase or decrease projected water use from the community’s current water supply plan? Yes. Provide the water supply plan amendment as an attachment to describe necessary facilities improvements or changes. No increase or decrease in projected water use from the water supply plan. SECTION 6: PARKS http://www.metrocouncil.org/planning/LPH/LPHSect6.pdf 33. Does the amendment include, or is it adjacent to or within ½ mile of an existing or planned regional park, reserve, or trail as identified in the Metropolitan Council’s 2030 Regional Parks Policy Plan? Yes. No. If Yes, indicate the name of the regional park, reserve, or trail and describe potential impacts and mitigations plans below: Rice Creek Regional Park. It is anticipated that demand for the regional park will be increased with the development of TCAAP. Potential impacts will be mitigated by including several neighborhood parks within the development and with the expansion of the regional park with the Wildlife and Trail Corridors to meet increased demand. 34. Does the community have a Parks & Open Space Plan including regional park elements? Yes. Year adopted: 2006 No. Comprehensive Plan Amendment Submittal Form May 2011 10 SECTION 7: IMPLEMENTATION http://www.metrocouncil.org/planning/LPH/LPHSect7.pdf 35. Will the amendment require changes in zoning or subdivision ordinances, the capital improvement program (CIP), or other official controls? Yes. No. If Yes, describe proposed changes and timeline for making those changes below: New regulations and policies titled TCAAP Redevelopment Code have been prepared and given approval by the Arden Hills City Council at the their July 13, 2015 meeting. The TCAAP Redevelopment Code will go into effect contingent on Metropolitan Council approval of the TCAAP Comprehensive Plan Amendment. 36. Does the community have natural resources protection ordinances, including those addressing wetlands, tree preservation, or steep slopes? Yes. No. If Yes, identify applicable ordinances below: The Arden Hills Code includes Chapter 15 that addresses Erosion & Sediment Control; Chapter 13 Zoning Code addresses: Section 700 Lakes, Section 710 Trees and Vegetation, Section 720 Parks System; Section 1320.15 Special Requirements for Conservation District, Section 1330 Shoreland and Section 1335 Flood Plains. DON’T FORGET! A complete comprehensive plan amendment submittal must include the following:  Completed CPA Submittal Form  Staff report regarding CPA  Other relevant information related to the CPA And the following color maps:  General location of CPA  Current planned land use  Proposed planned land use change  Current sewer staging  Proposed sewer staging changes  Existing land cover (MLCCS if available)  Ma y 2 0 1 1 11 37 . M U S A E x p a n s i o n o r S t a g i n g C h a n g e s O n l y . 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Re s i d e n t i a l P r o j e c t s A p p r o v e d a n d C o n s t r u c t e d F r o m L o c a l 2 0 0 8 C P U A d o p t i o n t o P r e s e n t De v e l o p m e n t Na m e Ye a r Ap p r o v e d Ye a r Bu i l t Si n g l e Fa m i l y # o f Un i t s Mu l t i - Fa m i l y # o f Un i t s Ac r e s G r o s s Re s i d e n t i a l Ac r e s We t l a n d & W a t e r Bo d i e s Ac r e s Pu b l i c Pa r k s & Op e n Sp a c e Ac r e s Ar t e r i a l Ro a d s RO W Ac r e s Ot h e r Un d e v e l o p e d La n d * Net Residential Acres Net Density (Units /Acre) A B C D E F G H = C-D-E-F-G (A+B)/H N/ A N / A N / A N / A N/ A N/ A N/ A N/ A N/ A N/A N/A N/A TO T A L S * D e s c r i b e o n a s e p a r a t e p a g e an y o t h e r u n d e v e l o p e d l a n d t h a t d o e s n o t f a l l u n d e r o n e o f t h e o t h e r c a t e g o r i e s i n t h e t a b l e a b o v e, i n c l u d i n g s t e e p s l o p e s , o u t l o t s f o r f u t u r e re s i d e n t i a l o r c o m m e r c i a l d e v e l o p m e n t , o r o t h e r l a n d p r o t e c t e d b y l o c a l o r d i n a n c e s . Re m a i n i n g L a n d G u i d e d f o r R e s i d e n t i a l U s e s t h r o u g h 2 0 3 0 La n d U s e C a t e g o r y Gr o s s A c r e s Es t i m a t e d A c r e s We t l a n d s & W a t e r Bo d i e s Es t i m a t e d A c r e s Pu b l i c P a r k s & Op e n S p a c e Es t i m a t e d De v e l o p a b l e Ac r e s Lo w e s t A l l o w e d De n s i t y Highest Allowed Density A B C D = A - B - C Un i t s / A c r e Units/Acre N/ A N / A N / A N / A N / A N / A N / A   Attachment A - Land Use Designation # of Units (Maximum)Density Range # of Units (Maximum) Density Range (Gross) Neighborhood Residential 0 116.7 0 612 1.5 - 8 units/acre Neighborhood Transition 0 24.6 0 -369 8 - 15 units/acre Town Center 0 10 0 -450 15 - 45 units/acre Mixed Residential 220 0 1,500 10.4 units/net acre (average)0 - Campus Commercial 0 45.5 Retail Mixed Use 0 29.3 Office Mixed Use 0 19.8 Flex Business 0 73.2 Mixed Business 240 0 Public & Institutional 0 2.5 Utility 0 50.6 Parks & Open Space 0 24 Right-of-Way 0 30.8 Total*460 427 1,500 -1,431 - Land Use Designation Pre-CPA *Discrepancy in total acreage between Pre-CPA and Post-CPA result of reduction in size of TCAAP redevelopment site. Post-CPA Residential Land Uses Only # of Units & Density Range All Land Uses in CPA Area Acres Pre-CPA Post-CPA Attachment B: Housing Total Acres (A) Developed Acres (B) Developable Acres (A-B = C) Amendment Acres (D) Developable Acres (C+D = E) Medium Density Residential 136 130.7 5.3 0 5.3 High Density Residential 14.3 14.3 0 0 0 Mixed Residential 220 0 220 -220 0 Community Mixed Use 100 2.4 97.6 0 97.6 Neighborhood 0 0 0 116.7 116.7 Neighborhood Transition 0 0 0 24.6 24.6 Town Center 0 0 0 10 10 Land Use Categories Allowing Medium & High Density Residential Acres City-Wide for Each Category Pre-CPA Post CPA You created this PDF from an application that is not licensed to print to novaPDF printer (http://www.novapdf.com) £¤10 51 §¨¦35W I §¨¦694 §¨¦35E §¨¦694 §¨¦94§¨¦94 96 H RAMSEY ANOKA WASHINGTON HENNEPIN DAKOTA Saint Paul Minneapolis MaplewoodRoseville Oakdale Shoreview Blaine Hugo Woodbury Arden Hills North Oaks Lino Lakes Fridley White Bear Lake MahtomediNew Brighton Vadnais Heights Grant Mendota Heights Little Canada West Saint Paul Mounds View Dellwood South Saint Paul Newport Falcon Heights Gem Lake Circle Pines Richfield Esri, HERE, DeLorme, MapmyIndia, © OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GISuser community Project Location County Boundary 0 1 2Miles´ Project Location City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 5-1 5. TWIN CITIES ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT (TCAAP) PROPERTY REDEVELOPMENT Goal: Develop TCAAP in a way that accommodates a mix of land uses that is sensitive to the natural environment, economically sustainable, and a benefit to the community. In 1941, the federal government started construction on the Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP), which occupied about 3.7 square miles (2,370 acres) in what was then Mounds View Township (Figure 5.1). During a 16 month period, over 300 buildings were constructed to manufacture and test munitions for World War II. The plant also produced munitions for the Korean conflict, Vietnam conflict, and the first Gulf War. At its peak, the property had 40 miles of electric and telephone wire, 83 miles of sewer, 37 miles of road and railroad track, and employed more than 25,000 people. The entire TCAAP property was included in the Arden Hills municipal border when the City incorporated in 1951, and now occupies approximately the northern third of Arden Hills. The TCAAP property is bounded by Highway 96 on the south, Highways 10 and 35W on the west, Lexington Avenue on the east, and County Road I on the north. 5.1 TCAAP DECOMMISSIONING AND LAND TRANSFERS Between 1974 and 1985, the federal government started decommissioning TCAAP. While munitions production by private entities continued into the early 2000s, operations were a fraction of peak production. Plans to transfer portions of the property and redevelop it have been in the works since the 1980s. Redevelopment plans for the former TCAAP property have continued to evolve and become more detailed: Table 5.1 – TCAAP Land Reuse Proposals 1982 1998 2008 2015 (Approved) Residential 970 445 168 151 Commercial/Industrial 500 222 182 168 Parks and Other Open Space 805 252 168 24 Institutional, Roads, & Other Public Use 95 215 65 84 na na 113 221 na 1,237 1,562 1,611 na na 113 113 2,370 2,370 2,371 2,371 Changes in Proposed TCAAP Land Reuse (acres) Re d e v e l o p m e n t Ar e a Rice Creek Trail Corridor Parks Preserve/Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS)/US Army Reserve Other (MnDot, Ramsey County, Arden Hills) Total City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 5-2 Much of the former TCAAP property has already been transferred or leased to other public entities, including the Minnesota Department of Transportation, Ramsey County, Arden Hills, and the Minnesota National Guard (Figure 5.2). In April of 2013, Ramsey County purchased 427 acres of the TCAAP site from the General Services Administration (GSA) for redevelopment.The City, in cooperation with a private developer, is currently in the process of purchasing 585 acres of the TCAAP property along the property’s western border for redevelopment. 5.1.1 Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Rice Creek traverses the northwestern corner of the former TCAAP property and is an important animal habitat and recreation area. Approximately 112 113 acres adjacent to the creek were transferred to Ramsey County in 2006 for the development of the Rice Creek North Regional Trail their park and recreation system (Figure 5.2). The County anticipates completion of a trail adjacent to the Rice Creek in the summer of 2008. Ramsey County is currently working with the GSA to have an additional 108 acres of land transferred for the purpose of expanding the Rice Creek trail corridor. Ramsey County Parks and Recreation also owns a parcel that is approximately 7.25 acres in size parcel adjacent to Lexington Avenue near the Marsden Lake and wetland complex. This site is known as the Marsden Archery Range. 5.1.2 Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) and Army Reserve Approximately 1,611560 acres will remain under federal ownership; however, the Minnesota National Guard has a long-term lease for most of the land. A small portion is used for the Army Reserve station in the far southeastern corner of the property. This land is expected to remain under federal ownership for the foreseeable future. The Minnesota National Guard has designated their leased area as the Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS). Although live munitions firing are prohibited on the site, the Minnesota National Guard does use the property for training purposes. Much of AHATS is anticipated to remain as open space, but the National Guard is in the process of developing a long-term master plan for the property. The Arden Hills Army Training Site While the AHATS master plan has not been finalized, it is anticipated to include a field maintenance shop, training area City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 5-3 management building, division headquarters, state joint force headquarters, billeting, and a number of ancillary buildings. The project is also expected to include an armory/training center that could have a community center component. The potential future buildings would be located on the north and west sides of the Ramsey County/Arden Hills Public Works Facility at the northwest corner of the Hamline Avenue and Highway 96 intersection. The potential impacts of the AHATS master plan have not been fully evaluated, but it will increase use and workers on the National Guard property. The City seeks to maintain a working relationship with the Minnesota National Guard on planning activities and to potentially collaborate on a community center as part of the training facility. 5.1.3 Ramsey CountyCity of Arden Hills In 19942002, the General Services Administration (GSA)federal government formally declared 774 585 acres of the TCAAP property as excess that was to be sold. In 2013, order to have a more proactive and holistic planning process for the excess property, Ramsey County purchased 427 acres of the site from the U.S. Government with the intent to clean up the property and put it back into productive economic use.s of the federally owned property known as TCAAP in 2013. the City, along with a private developer, entered into a purchase agreement with the federal government in 2007 to purchase 585 The property purchased by Ramsey County is acres of land adjacent to Interstate 35W and Highway 10 (Figure 5.2). Ramsey County is partnering with the City of Arden Hills on the redevelopment project, with the City being responsible for preparing the master plan and other land use control documents. 5.1.4 City of Arden Hills The City of Arden Hills owns 6.9 acres of the former TCAAP property adjacent to Highway 96 (Figure 5.2). This property was transferred to the City for use as a new City Hall, which was completed in 2001. Various redevelopment plans have been in progress since the early 1980s, including the Vento Reuse Plan and the ,Framework Vision, and the Ryan Redevelopment Plan. Redevelopment plans continue to evolve as transfer of the land to the City draws closer. In 2007, the City initiated a more detailed community planning process to better define how the 585 acres should be redeveloped. While a final land use plan will not be approved in time for inclusion in this Comprehensive Plan, approximately 49 acres will be transferred to Ramsey County for a wildlife corridor connecting Rice Creek to the AHATS City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 5-4 property and 76.5 acres in the northeastern part of the property will be used for an undetermined public use. Once the City adopts a land use redevelopment plan, the Comprehensive Plan will be amended to include any required data, including approved land uses, housing densities, transportation infrastructure, traffic generation, parks, open spaces, and water resource data. In preparation for that amendment, this Comprehensive Plan includes the overall vision for the redevelopment area, preliminary elements from the potential reuse plan, future land use designations, and the next steps in the property’s redevelopment. Since it is the City’s goal to fully incorporate the TCAAP property into the fabric of the community, the land use, housing, parks and open space, transportation, and other components of the proposed TCAAP redevelopment have been integrated into their respective chapters. The overall City vision, goals, and policies of each chapter apply to the entire TCAAP redevelopment. The City of Arden Hills already owns 6.9 acres of the former TCAAP property adjacent to Highway 96 (Figure 5.2). This property was transferred to the City for use as a new City Hall, which was completed in 2001. 5.1.5 State of Minnesota The State of Minnesota controls nearly 62 acres of the former TCAAP property in the northwestern corner adjacent to County Road I and Interstate 35W. The Minnesota Department of Transportation has a facility on the site, including a driver licensing center. 5.2 TCAAP Master Plan In partnership with Ramsey County, the City of Arden Hills initiated a master planning process for the 427 acre parcel purchased by the County in April 2013. Over the course of the subsequent year, the City held a series of public open houses to solicit community preferences and met with local developers and other relevant stakeholders to help inform the Master Plan. The long-term vision for the site that came out of this process emphasized the need for regional employment, a variety of housing options, well-designed and pedestrian-friendly commercial areas, and a network of parks and open spaces. The City Council approved the Master Land Use Map for the site in June 2014, and the Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) and Mitigation Plan in July 2014. Following these approvals, the City began work on the regulations and policies component of the City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 5-5 Master Plan in August 2014. This document, officially titled the TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC), was adopted by the City Council in July 2015, and establishes the development regulations for the parcel purchased by Ramsey County. The goals of the TRC are to promote a more functional and attractive community through the use of recognized design principles and to allow property owners and developers flexibility in land use while prescribing a higher level of detail in building design and form. The City, along with the consultant team, drafted the TRC to codify the goals and vision for the site that were identified through the public engagement process. Included in the TRC is the TCAAP Redevelopment Regulating Plan, which has been adopted as the official zoning map for the site. While the Regulating Plan illustrates the City Council’s current preferred development pattern for the area, as development occurs or circumstances change, the City may consider amendments to the Regulating Plan to promote high quality development consistent with City goals. Since it is the City’s goal to fully incorporate the TCAAP property into the fabric of the community, the land use, housing, parks and open space, transportation, and other components of the proposed TCAAP redevelopment have been integrated into their respective chapters in the Comprehensive Plan. The overall City vision, goals, and policies of each chapter also apply to the entire TCAAP redevelopment. 5.2.1 ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANUP Portions of the TCAAP property were subject to environmental contamination during its four decades as a munitions manufacturing plant and testing area. The United States Army initiated environmental cleanup in the 1980s and cleanup of the groundwater is likely to may continue for at least the next 40 years. Additional environmental characterization and testing is underway to determine the extent of the cleanup that remains on the 585 acres prior to being redeveloped. The property will be cleaned up to required standards for residential, commercial, and recreational uses. In 2013, Ramsey County entered into a contract with Carl Bolander & Sons Co. for hazardous material abatement, demolition, and site remediation services for the TCAAP property. The remediation project is expected to be completed in the fall of 2015. Remediation will comply with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s residential standard. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 5-6 5.2.2 REDEVELOPMENT TIMELINE Demolition and remediation of the site is scheduled to be completed by the fall of 2015. After the demolition and remediation is concluded grading of the site will begin for the construction of the Spine Road and trunk utilities in 2016. At this time, it is expected that private development will begin in 2017. While the redevelopment timeline has not been fully determined, construction will not begin before 2009. The project is anticipated to be completed in phases over the next 10 to 20 years; however, the development timeline will depend on a number of conditions, including the market, environmental cleanup, transportation improvements, and other related factors. Once the City adopts a redevelopment plan for TCAAP, a more detailed timeline will be created. Land Owner/User Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS)/Army Reserve City of Arden Hills - City Hall Joint Arden Hills - Ramsey County Public Works Facility MnDOT Ramsey County Parks & Recreation Proposed Ramsey County Parks & Recreation Ramsey County ¸ This map is in draft format and subject to change prior to adoption.Printed: June 3, 2015Source: Ramsey CountyNot to survey quality. 2015 Comprehensive Plan Update Amendment Former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP) 2015 Land Ownership/User StatusDRAFT 0.5 Mile City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-1 6. LAND USE Goal: Develop and maintain a land use pattern that strengthens the vitality, quality, and character of our residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, and industrial areas while protecting the community’s natural resources and developing a sustainable pattern for future development. To advance this land use goal, the following policies are proposed: o Evaluate and amend the land use regulations to achieve the highest possible development standards, enhance the natural environment, protect public health, support a vital mix of land uses, and promote flexible approaches to implement the Comprehensive Plan. o Ensure that land use regulations promote development that is compatible with nearby properties, neighborhood character, and natural features; minimize pedestrian and vehicular conflict; and visually enhance development. o Preserve the stability and quality of the city's neighborhoods while allowing for redevelopment that is complimentary to existing development. o Provide a balanced mix of residential, park, open space, and commercial land uses. o Construct all new development at an average density of at least three residential units per net residential acre. o Explore the possibility of creating additional community gathering space in conjunction with public or private organizations, including AHATS. 6.1 INTRODUCTION Land use is a defining characteristic of a community. While land use does not operate independently from the other characteristics that create a community, it is a binding factor between transportation, housing, parks, paths, and other characteristics. Through zoning, subdivision, and other land use regulations, a city has powerful tools to guide the long-term, look, feel, and vitality of their community. Despite the vacant TCAAP property (see Chapter 5), Arden Hills is classified as a fully developed community by the Metropolitan Council’s 2030 Regional Development Framework. The City is also entirely within the Metropolitan Urban Service Area (MUSA). The areas south of Highways 96 and 10 were mostly developed by the end of the 1970s, and less than three percent of the developable land in that part of Arden Hills is vacant. Significant land use changes are not anticipated in the developed part of Arden Hills; however, study areas have been identified in the Future Land Use section of this chapter. The City seeks to take a proactive stance to protect the high quality of life that residents have come to expect and to prepare for potential redevelopment opportunities on TCAAP and throughout the community. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-2 6.2 FUTURE LAND USE – 1998 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN The 1998 Comprehensive Plan included a future land use map (Figure 6.1) and proposed mix of land uses for future development, including potential land uses for the proposed TCAAP redevelopment: Table 6.1 – 1998 Future Land Use Acres Low Density Residential 1,114 Medium Density Residential 199 High Density Residential 5 Neighborhood Business 9 Commercial 132 Industrial 390 Parks 350 Subtotal 882 Mixed Residential 445 Mixed Business 222 Parks 251 Park Preserve 1,237 Public/Institutional 215 Subtotal 2,370 Right-of-way (major roads only) & Open Water 2,902 Total 6,154 TC A A P Land Use So u t h o f H i g h w a y 9 6 / 1 0 The 1998 future land use data did not include detailed open water coverage or right-of- way area information, which makes comparing it to actual 2008 land uses difficult. In order to make a more accurate comparison between the existing land uses in 2008 and the proposed future land uses from 1998, estimated right-of-way and open water data has been incorporated into the 1998 land use data (Table 6.2). Due to the methodology for calculating land use data by the Metropolitan Council, only the rights-of-way for highways are calculated. The rights-of-way for city streets and smaller roadways are included with the adjacent land uses. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-3 Table 6.2 – Adjusted 1998 Future Land Use Data Acres Low Density Residential 1,064 Medium Density Residential 129 High Density Residential 5 Neighborhood Business 20 Commercial 104 Industrial 407 Parks 336 Public & Institutional 339 Subtotal 1,207 Mixed Residential 445 Mixed Business 222 Parks 251 Park Preserve 1237 Public/Institutional 215 Subtotal 2370 Water 684 Right-of-way 1,893 Total 6,154 TC A A P Ot h e r Land use So u t h o f H i g h w a y 9 6 / 1 0 The following descriptions were used to define the future land use categories in the 1998 Comprehensive Plan: 1. Low density residential (LDR) – traditional single-family residential land use category. A density range of three to five units per acre is allowed. 2. Medium density residential (MDR) – apartment and townhome land use category for providing densities of up to eight units per acre. 3. High density residential (HDR) – apartment and townhome land use category providing for densities of up to twelve units per acre. Mobile homes are also included in this category. 4. Mixed Residential (MR) – designed to provide for a variety and mixture of housing types, particularly in the TCAAP area. This category will allow for those types of units not readily available now in the City. 5. Neighborhood business (NB) – neighborhood business designates small, isolated areas for neighborhood commercial land uses when they are compatible with surrounding residential uses. Commercial uses that are high traffic generators, noise generators, or otherwise not compatible with residential neighborhoods, are inappropriate. Typically, neighborhood business areas will be located on intersections or nodes that are on the edge of residential areas, are less desirable sites for housing, or have traditionally been occupied with neighborhood services. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-4 6. Commercial (C) – areas designated for a broad range of retail shopping and services to meet the needs of the community. Compatible uses such as office buildings are also intended for this area. 7. Mixed Business (MB) – areas designated for a variety of business, commercial and industrial uses, including office, general business, retail, and industrial uses. This designation will be used for the future commercial/industrial uses on the TCAAP property. 8. Industrial (IND) – areas designated for a broad range of industrial uses, including office, warehouse, and manufacturing. 9. Public & Institutional (P/I) – designates areas for uses including government buildings, colleges, schools, and churches. 10. Parks – areas designated for city and county parks. 11. Park Preserve (PP) – areas designated as natural and scenic areas that are to be preserved for public use. 12. Right-of-way (ROW) – public vehicular, transit rail, and/or pedestrian rights-of- way. 13. Water (WAT) – includes permanently flooded open water, rivers and streams, and wetlands (wetlands not included in the national wetland inventory data may not be displayed). 6.3 EXISTING LAND USE – 2008 The 2008 existing land use data is based on City and County property records and known land uses (Figure 6.2). The land uses are classified into the following categories: 1. Single Family Attached (SFA) – includes all attached single family homes such as townhomes with separate entrances. 2. Single Family Detached (SFD) – includes all detached single family homes. 3. Multiple Family (MF) – includes apartment buildings and condominiums of more than one story. 4. Manufactured Housing (MH) – includes manufactured and mobile homes in specialized parks. 5. Neighborhood Business (NB) – neighborhood business designates small, isolated areas for neighborhood commercial land uses when they are compatible with surrounding residential uses. Land Use Acres Single Family Attached 84 Single Family Detached 904 Multiple Family 12 Manufactured Housing 48 Total Residential 1,048 Neighborhood Business 12 Commercial 65 Office 140 Mixed Use Industrial 106 Light Industrial 141 Park and Open Space 473 Public & Institutional 2,502 Utility 20 Vacant 131 Water (lakes and NWI wetlands) 796 Railroad Right-of-w ay 35 Right-of-w ay 685 Total 6,154 Table 6.3 –2008 Existing Land Uses City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-5 6. Commercial (COM) – areas designated for a broad range of retail, shopping, and services to meet the needs of the community and region. Compatible uses such as office buildings are also intended for this area. 7. Office (OFC) – Predominantly administrative, professional, or clerical services; includes medical clinics. 8. Mixed Use Industrial (MUI) – includes light manufacturing and/or processing, warehousing, distribution, and offices. 9. Light Industrial (LI) – primarily light manufacturing and/or processing of products; could include light industrial land use, distribution, warehouse facilities, and offices as a secondary use. 10. Park and Open Space (P/OS) – areas designated as public parks. 11. Public & Institutional (P/I) – areas designated for uses such as government buildings, colleges, schools, and religious uses but not medical uses. 12. Utility (UTL) – Public or private land occupied by a power substation, water tower, municipal well, pumping station, or similar use. 13. Vacant (VAC) – Private land not occupied with a building or use. 14. Water (WAT) – includes permanently flooded open water, rivers and streams, and wetlands (wetlands not included in the national wetland inventory data may not be displayed). 15. Railroad right-of-way (RR) – Railroad right-of-way. 16. Right-of-way (ROW) – public vehicular, transit and/or pedestrian rights-of- way. Although there were few land use changes between 1998 and 2008, there are differences between the 1998 future land use data and the 2008 existing land use data. The differences are largely attributable to more accurate data in 2008, the delayed redevelopment of the TCAAP property, and other vacant property that was not developed. The two data sets use different land use descriptions because the 2008 existing land use data is based on actual land use while the 1998 future land use numbers were based on anticipated development. In addition to more accurate data, there were a few land use changes between 1998 and 2008. In 2007, the Hazelnut Park #3 subdivision and subsequent extension of Katie Lane was approved, which increased the amount of land used for right-of-way. As part of the 2005 pavement management program, the road that connected Red Fox Road to Grey Fox Road was vacated, which reduced the amount of area used for right- of-way. Fernwood Avenue on the Boston Scientific (formerly Guidant) campus was vacated while Cummings Drive was dedicated to the City. The current land uses on the TCAAP property are were the most notable differences from what was expected in the 1998 future land uses to the actual land uses in 2008. Since 1998, the number of acres that were anticipated to be part of the TCAAP City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-6 redevelopment has been reduced and, moreover, the redevelopment was delayed. While a specific redevelopment timeline for TCAAP has not been set, much Much of the TCAAP redevelopment is anticipated to occur in phases over the next 10 to 20 years depending on market conditions. Finally, of the 131 acres of vacant land in 2008, approximately 70 acres are zoned for residential, 40 acres are zoned commercial, and 21 acres are light industrial. The vacant areas have not significantly changed anticipated land use types between the 1998 and 2030 future land use maps. The vacant land does not include the TCAAP property, which is currently classified as public/institutional land since it is owned by the federal government. 6.4 FUTURE LAND USE - 2030 While redevelopment may occur on some parcels throughout the City, no significant land use changes in the developed areas of Arden Hills are anticipated (Figure 6.3). Most of the City’s projected population, household, and employment growth will occur on the proposed TCAAP redevelopment site. Table 6.4 – 2030 Future Land Use* * Subsequent to the City Council’s approval on September 28, 2009, the MB and MR future land use categories were further clarified between land on TCAAP and outside of TCAAP. The total amount of area in each category is unchanged except for a rounding adjustment. Acres Land Use (TCAAP)Acres 978 Neighborhood Residential (TCAAP)*117 136 Neighborhood Transition (TCAAP)*25 12 Town Center (TCAAP)*10 220 Campus Commercial (TCAAP)*46 19 Office Mixed Use (TCAAP)*20 240 Retail Mixed Use (TCAAP)*29 79 Flex Business (TCAAP)*73 26 Public & Institutional (Civic - TCAAP)3 100 Parks and Open Space (TCAAP)24 303 Utilities (Water Infrastructure - TCAAP)51 461 Right-of-way (Spine Road -TCAAP)31 15 576 1,472 796 35 685 5,694 Total** (TCAAP)427 Commercial Public & Institutional Light Industrial and Office Community Mixed Use Railroad Right-of-way Utilities Right-of-way Total** (Not Including TCAAP) Park Preserve Water *Includes future right-of-way. **May not equal 5,694 or 427 due to rounding. 2030 Future Land Use Low Density Residential Medium Density Residential High Density Residential Neighborhood Business Park and Open Space Land Use (Not Including TCAAP) Mixed Residential (TCAAP)* Mixed Business (TCAAP)* Mixed Business City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-7 6.4.1 Future Land Use Classifications There are sixteen twenty-three future land use classifications: 1. Very Low Density Residential (VLDR) – traditional single-family residential land use category. A density range of 1.5 to 3 units per acre. 2. Low Density Residential (LDR) – traditional single-family residential land use category. A density range of three to five units per acre may be allowed. 3. Medium Density Residential (MDR) – apartment and townhome land use category for providing densities of six to nine units per acre. 4. High Density Residential (HDR) – apartment and townhome land use category providing for densities of nine to twelve units per acre. 5. Neighborhood Residential (NB) – Provides for a range of attached and detached single-family and small multi-family uses at a density of 1.5 to 8 units per acre. 6. Neighborhood Transition (NT) – Provides for a mix of small and medium multi-family uses at a density of 8 to 15 units per acre. Small scale commercial uses are also permitted in this district when transition standards and development criteria have been met. 4.7. Town Center (TC) – Provides for a range of commercial and residential uses that offer housing, assisted living, senior housing, office, retail, restaurant, and civic uses. Medium and large residential uses are permitted at a density of 15 to 45 units per acre. 5. Mixed Residential (MR) – provides for a variety of housing types and densities in close proximity, including single-family detached homes, single-attached homes, condominiums, townhomes, apartments, and senior housing options. The anticipated average density is 10.4 units per acre with a minimum average density of six units per acre up to a maximum density of 46 units per acre. This land use is designated for the proposed TCAAP redevelopment, and the density is subject to change once a final land use plan is selected. 6.8. Neighborhood Business (NB) – neighborhood business designates small, isolated areas for neighborhood commercial land uses when they are compatible with surrounding residential uses. Commercial uses that are high traffic generators, noise generators, or otherwise not compatible with residential neighborhoods, are inappropriate. Typically, Neighborhood Business areas will be located on intersections or nodes that are on the edge of residential areas, are less desirable sites for housing, or have traditionally been occupied City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-8 with neighborhood services. Dwelling units of three units per acre or more may be permitted. 7.9. Mixed Business (MB) – areas designated for a variety of businesses, including commercial, certain light industrial uses, warehousing, office, general business, retail. This designation will be used for the future business uses on the TCAAP property. 8.10. Commercial (C) – areas designated for a broad range of retail, shopping, and services to meet the needs of the community and region. Compatible uses such as office buildings are also intended for this area. 11. Community Mixed Use (CMU) – areas designated for a broad range of retail, shopping, services, and office space to meet the needs of the community and surrounding areas. This area may also include medium to high density housing with a potential density of three to 20 units per acre. 12. Campus Commercial (CC) – Provides for multiple, single tenant buildings or campuses within a business park atmosphere. 13. Retail Mixed-Use (RMU) – Promotes retail as a primary use and allows for other commercial uses to be incorporated as vertical mixed-use buildings. 14. Office Mixed-Use – (OMU) – Focuses on office as a primary use, but also permits other commercial uses to be incorporated as vertical mixed-use buildings. 15. Flex Office (FO) – Permits large scale development for employment and light manufacturing uses that take advantage of highway frontage and automobile access. 9.16. Light Industrial and Office (I/O) – areas designated for a broad range of light industrial uses such as warehousing with manufacturing. This land use may also include offices. 10.17. Public & Institutional (P/I) – areas designated for uses such as government buildings, colleges, schools, and religious uses, but not medical uses. 11.18. Utility (UTL) – Public or private land occupied by a power substation, water tower, municipal well, pumping station, drainage infrastructure , or similar use. 12.19. Park and Open Space (P/OS) – areas designated as public parks. 13.20. Park Preserve (PP) – areas designated as natural or scenic areas that are to be preserved for public use or open space. 14.21. Water – includes permanently flooded open water, rivers and streams, and wetlands (wetlands not included in the national wetland inventory data may not be displayed). City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-9 15.22. Railroad right-of-way (RR) – public or private freight or passenger rail activities. 16.23. Right-of-way (ROW) – public vehicular, transit and/or pedestrian rights-of-way. 6.4.2 Former City Hall/Public Works Property The 6.82 acre former City Hall/Public Works property is undergoing a community vision process to determine how the property should be redeveloped (Figure 6.4). The property was home to the Arden Hills City Hall and Public Works for many years. While a redevelopment plan for this property was not adopted in time for this Comprehensive Plan, residential uses or a mix of residential and small-scale commercial uses are anticipated. Neither residential nor commercial development should require a change to the future land use designation. 6.4.3 Guiding Plan for the B2 District In March 2008, the City initiated a visioning and planning process for the B-2 General Business District, which generally includes the commercial properties near County Road E between Lexington Avenue and Hamline Avenue/Highway 51 (Figure 6.4). This area hosts a number of retail, service, and office uses. Long considered the “downtown” of Arden Hills, the district is a mix of newer and older buildings. As this corridor ages, market initiated redevelopment is anticipated. The City completed the planning process and accepted the “Guiding Plan for the B2 District” in October 2008. The Guiding Plan includes a long-term vision for the future redevelopment of this corridor and addresses transportation issues, land uses, infrastructure improvements, landscaping, pedestrian facilities, building design, and site layout among other issues. While the primary uses along this corridor are likely to remain retail, commercial, and office, the Guiding Plan and subsequent land use changes add the possibility for housing in this area. Although the Guiding Plan document is not adopted as part of the Comprehensive Plan, the future land use map has been updated to reflect the proposed land uses in the B2 District (CMU), and the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) includes a potential timeline for the public improvements described in the Guiding Plan (Appendix A). City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-10 6.4.4 Red Fox/Grey Fox/Lexington Avenue Business Area Guiding Plan Immediately north of the B2 District is a significant industrial, office, and retail area for the City. This area includes Red Fox and Grey Fox roads and is bounded by Lexington Avenue, Highway 51, Interstate 694, and the Canadian Pacific railway (Figure 6.4). This area is used by a number of small and large businesses for a variety of retail, distribution, warehousing, and office uses. This area was largely developed between the 1950s and 1970s, though the retail area has had some new development in the last 10 years. While good access to regional transportation has helped to continue to make this area viable, some of the buildings are becoming functionally obsolete for modern manufacturing, warehousing, and business uses. As redevelopment pressure increases, a more detailed guiding plan is required to comprehensively address the overall redevelopment needs in this area of the City. 6.4.5 Neighborhood Business The neighborhood business land use concept was developed in the 1998 Comprehensive Plan (Figure 6.1). The purpose of the concept was to promote the development of commercial nodes that were compatible with the surrounding residential uses and provided services to residential areas. Commercial uses that would generate high traffic, noise, or other negative impacts were considered undesirable. Neighborhood business areas were located at intersections or nodes at the edge of residential areas, on properties not considered desirable for housing, or properties that have traditionally been occupied with neighborhood services. Housing could be a component of the development but would not necessarily be the focal point. To date, the success of the neighborhood business district has been mixed. Two projects have been developed under this zoning designation, and both resulted in the construction of small office buildings with a variety of services. However, neither of the projects focused on providing neighborhood level services. Nevertheless, the City seeks to maintain the neighborhood business areas and the long-term goal of creating small commercial areas that enhance the residential neighborhoods. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-11 6.4.6 Manufactured Home Community The Arden Manor neighborhood has been identified as an important community and the primary supply of affordable housing options in the City. Bounded by Interstate 35W, Highway 96, and Highway 10, the neighborhood is facing pressure from adjacent highways and land uses. Although the 1998 Comprehensive Plan identified this area for potential redevelopment into non- residential uses, the City anticipates this property will remain as a medium density residential use for the foreseeable future. Although complete impacts are not yet known, potential changes to Highways 10 and 96 may impact the manufactured home community. The City is currently in the process of reviewing road design proposals for this area. 6.4.7 TCAAP Redevelopment As noted in Chapter 5, the City of Arden Hills hired a consultant team in 2013, to create a Master Plan for the redevelopment of the TCAAP site. A central component of this work was the development of a Master Land Use Plan that allocated an appropriate mix of residential, commercial, industrial, civic, and open space uses on the site. The Master Land Use Plan was approved by the City Council in July 2015, and has been incorporated in the revised 2030 Future Land Use data (Figure 6.3 and Table 6.4). The City began work on the zoning and design standards to implement the Master Land Use Plan in August 2014. These regulations and policies are found in the TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC), which was approved in July 2015. The TRC puts in place land use regulations that will achieve the community’s goals for the TCAAP redevelopment including: high development and design standards; defined residential neighborhoods and commercial districts interconnected by streets, trails, and sidewalks; and abundant parks and open space. As noted in Chapter 5, a land use plan for TCAAP has not yet been adopted by the City; however, the City recognizes the importance and potential impact of the proposed TCAAP redevelopment (Figure 6.4) on the City and region. Therefore, the preliminary, unapproved land use data for TCAAP has been included for informational purposes (Figure 6.3). Upon selection of a land use plan, this City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-12 Comprehensive Plan will be amended to reflect the approved land use designations in TCAAP. The future land use map currently includes just two land uses, Mixed Business and Mixed Residential (Figure 6.3). There will be institutional uses, parks, wetlands, and roads on the property; however, their exact locations and acreage have not been determined. The most recent unapproved concept plan for TCAAP includes the following land uses: Table 6.5 - TCAAP Land Reuse Concept Acres Residential 168 Commercial/Industrial 182 Parks and Other Open Space 168 Institutional, Roads, & Other Public Use 65 112 1,562 113 2,370 Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS)/US Army Reserve/Parks Preserve Other (MnDot, Ramsey County, Arden Hills) Total Acerage is approximate. Land Use Re d e v e l o p m en t A r e a Rice Creek Trail Corridor The TCAAP property is anticipated to host a mix of uses, including retail, office, hotel, office showrooms, parks, open spaces, and a variety of housing types and densities. Housing types will likely include single family homes, townhomes, senior housing, apartments, and condos, though market conditions will impact what can be built. The parks and open space area include active and passive parks, a 49 acre wildlife corridor, and 76.5 acres of land that will be used for an undetermined public use. All TCAAP redevelopment information is subject to change once a final land use and redevelopment plan is selected. 6.4.8 Development Capacity and Net Residential Density The Metropolitan Council’s 2030 Regional Development Framework requires an average net residential density of at least three units per net residential acre. Densities lower than this are not an efficient use of the region’s sanitary sewer infrastructure. Net residential acreage is calculated by subtracting wetlands, water bodies, public parks, arterial streets, and identified natural resources that City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-13 are protected by ordinance from gross acres. The number of net residential acres is then divided by the number of lots to determine net residential density. According to the 2005 land use data provided by the Metropolitan Council, there were 1,318 acres of net residential land in Arden Hills, which includes the rights- of-way of adjacent City streets. The United States Census Bureau lists 3,017 housing units in Arden Hills in 2000. Based on that information, the residential density in the developed portion of Arden Hills is approximately 2.29 residential units per net residential acre. While this is below the three units per net residential acre required by the Metropolitan Council, the City is not required to raise densities in the built portion of Arden Hills. However, all future land uses should be able to accommodate development in average of three units per net residential acre. There are no expected land use changes that would result in a reduction in net residential density in the developed part of Arden Hills. Furthermore, the remaining vacant residential land that is south of Highway 96 and 10 is already zoned for development that could be built at a density of an average of three residential units per acre. The approved Master Plan for the TCAAP property includes 151 acres of residential land and a maximum of 1,431 residential units for an overall maximum gross density of 9.48 units per acre. The Gross density includes the neighborhood collector roads, however it excluding parks, arterial roads, and the water infrastructure. Once the neighborhood roadway network is finalized and approved it is estimated that the residential land in TCAAP will be develop at a net density of 11-12 residential units per acre. The unapproved concept plan for the TCAAP property includes 168 acres of residential area and 1,750 residential units for a preliminary average density of 10.4 units per net residential acre. This density is only preliminary because wetlands, parks, and protected natural areas have not been removed from the 168 acres that are anticipated to be used for residential development. The densities in the residential areas will be varied to allow for a variety of housing types. 6.4.9 Staged Development Since the areas south of Highways 96 and 10 are considered fully developed and there is relatively little vacant property, a five year staged development has not been developed. While a small amount of vacant land exists in the developed City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-14 portion of the City, development on the vacant land is unlikely to have a significant impact on the City’s or region’s infrastructure. As previously noted in Chapter 5.2.2 the demolition and remediation of the TCAAP site is scheduled to be completed by the fall of 2015. After the demolition and remediation is concluded grading of the site will begin for the construction of the Spine Road and trunk utilities in 2016. At this time, it is expected that private development will begin in 2017. The project is anticipated to be completed in phases over the next 10 to 20 years; however, the development timeline will depend on a number of conditions, including the market, transportation improvements, and other related factors. As previously noted the development timeline for the proposed TCAAP redevelopment is not yet known. The land uses provided in this Comprehensive Plan for TCAAP have not been approved by the City and have only been included to provide context for the reuse of the TCAAP property. Commercial or residential development on TCAAP will not start before 2009 and completion is anticipated to take ten to twenty years depending on market conditions. Once a land use plan for the TCAAP property is approved, a staged development plan that addresses land use and infrastructure impacts in five year increments will be included with an amendment to this Comprehensive Plan. 6.5 IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES In order to advance implementation of this land use chapter, the below activities are proposed. This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and additional activities that advance the land use goal are encouraged to be developed. o Update the City’s Zoning Code to bring it into conformance with the land uses in the Comprehensive Plan. o Evaluate zoning regulations to ensure that sufficient buffers are provided between commercial, industrial, and residential uses to protect the character of the City’s residential neighborhoods. o Develop small area plans for the B-2, B-3, B-4, and I-Flex Zoning Districts to provide a more detailed redevelopment vision for incorporation into this Comprehensive Plan. o Develop design standards for commercial, industrial, and residential developments to ensure the construction of high-quality, sustainable, and aesthetically enhancing development. o Develop zoning regulations that restrict housing construction that is not sensitive to the character of the existing neighborhood. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 6-15 o Continue to enforce property maintenance codes to protect quality and property values in the City. o Develop zoning classifications for all future development on the TCAAP property. o Adopt design standards for the TCAAP development to create a cohesive character that compliments the established neighborhoods in the City. o Work to protect significant environmental features on the AHATS property as park preserve. o Work with the National Guard on the AHATS property to develop synergistic uses such as a community center. The above strategies should not be considered all-inclusive. New opportunities and strategies should be identified to further advance the City’s land use goal and policies. VLDR - Very Low Density Residential LDR - Low Density Residential MDR - Medium Density Residential HDR - High Density Residential NB - Neighborhood Residential NT - Neighborhood Transition TC - Town Center NB - Neighborhood Business MB - Mixed Business COM - Commercial CMU - Community Mixed Use CC - Campus Commercial RMU - Retail Mixed Use OMU - Office Mixed Use FO - Flex Office I/O - Light Industrial and Office P/I - Public & Institutional UTL - Utility P/OS - Park and Open Space PP - Park Preserve WAT - Water RR - Railroad right-of-way ROW - Right-of-Way ¸ Updated: June 4, 2015Source: City of Arden Hills 2030 Comprehensive Plan 2030 Future Land Use 1 Mile Figure 6.3 VLDR - Very Low Density Residential LDR - Low Density Residential MDR - Medium Density Residential HDR - High Density Residential MR - Mixed Residential NB - Neighborhood Business CMU - Community Mixed Use COM - Commercial MB - Mixed Business I/O - Light Industrial and Office P/I - Public & Institutional UTL - Utility P/OS - Park and Open Space PP - Park Preserve RR - Railroad right-of-way ROW - Right-of-Way WAT - Water ¸ Updated: May 5, 2015Source: City of Arden Hills 2030 Comprehensive Plan 2030 Future Land Use 1 Mile Figure 6.3 City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 7-1 7. HOUSING Goal: Develop and maintain a strong, vital, diverse and stable housing supply for all members of the community. To achieve this housing goal, the following policies are proposed: o Promote the development of a variety of housing options by preserving and increasing high-quality housing opportunities that are suitable for a mix of ages, incomes and household types. o Encourage the incorporation of affordable, life-cycle, and work force housing into new development and redevelopment where feasible. o Maintain the quality, safety, and unique character of the City’s housing stock. o Preserve and strengthen the community’s neighborhoods to maintain a high- quality of life for residents. o Encourage housing development and redevelopment that is complimentary to and enhances the character of the City’s established neighborhoods. 7.1 INTRODUCTION One of the principal roles of a community is to serve as a place to live. In Arden Hills, 23.1 percent of all of the land area in the community is currently used for housing (not including TCAAP). However, if public open spaces and roads are removed, housing accounts for 52.9 percent of all developed land in Arden Hills. The approved TCAAP Master Plan envisions that 35.4 percent of the total 427 acre site will be developed for residential uses. Because housing is such an important part of Arden Hills, maintaining the quality of the current housing stock while providing long-term opportunities for new housing is important to the ongoing vitality of the community and to retaining Arden Hills’ reputation as a highly desirable place to live. 7.2 CONTEXT According to the United States Census, Arden Hills had 3,017 housing units in 2000. A housing unit is the actual structure while a household refers to the people living in a housing unit. Approximately 68 percent of the housing units in Arden Hills are detached single-family homes, 12 percent are attached single family homes (commonly referred to as townhomes), and nine percent are manufactured homes. These three housing types comprise almost 90 percent of the City’s housing supply. Arden Hills has the second highest percentage of single-family homes compared to adjacent communities and is significantly above the Ramsey County and metropolitan area average. Apartments with ten or more units are just 2.74 percent of the City’s housing stock. The City has just one traditional apartment building with 37 units and one condominium City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 7-2 building with 72 units. The City has very few duplexes, which are relatively more prevalent in other metropolitan communities (Figure 7.2). 0 500 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500 1-unit detached 1-unit attached 2 to 4 units 5 to 9 units 10 or more units Mobile home, trailer, or other Ho u s i n g U n i t s 1990 2000 Figure 7.1 – Arden Hills Housing Type Source: US Census 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%7 -C o u nty Metr o R a ms e y C o un t y A r d en Hills Mo u nds V ie w New Brig h ton Ros e ville Shoreview Single Family (attached and detached)Duplexes Mulit-Family and attached housing Mobile homes Other units Figure 7.2 – Housing Type by Community Source: US Census Household composition will play a role in defining future housing needs in Arden Hills. Between 1990 and 2000, increases were seen in both the number of non-family households and in householders living alone. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 7-3 2,904 2,317 2,048 2,959 2,227 1,883 732 590440587 0 500 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500 3,000 3,500 Total households Family households (families) Married-couple family Nonfamily households Householder living alone 1990 2000 Figure 7.3 – Arden Hills Household Type Source: US Census Additionally, the age of Arden Hills’ residents will also impact housing choices. From 1990 to 2000, there was a significant increase in residents between 45 and 54 years of age. By 2012, this segment will increase in absolute numbers and as a percentage of the population. Additionally, by 2012 notable increases in the population between 65 and 74 as well as the 75+ age group will continue to occur. 0 500 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500 3,000 17 and under 18-24 years 25-44 years 45-54 years 55-64 years 65-74 years 75+ 1990 2000 2012 Figure 7.4 – Arden Hills Age Distribution 1990, 2000, 2012 Source: US Census and Maxfield Research Group The age of the existing housing stock is also an indicator of potential future needs. From 1970 to 1979, 920 housing units were built in Arden Hills, the most of any decade to date. Of note is the fact that 50 percent of the housing in the community was City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 7-4 constructed prior to 1974 (not including the manufactured homes). Homes that are older than 30 years may typically need more repairs and renovations. 97 166 455 208 920 537 201 35 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1,000 1939 or Earlier 1940 - 1949 1950 - 1959 1960 - 1969 1970 - 1979 1980 - 1989 1990 - 1999 2000 - 2006 Figure 7.5 – Age of Housing Stock Source: 1990 & 2000 US Census and City of Arden Hills Group quarters, which include college dormitories, nursing homes, and group homes, are calculated separately from traditional types of housing such as single family homes, townhomes, and apartments. Since 1990, group quarters and the number of people living in group quarters have increased: Table 7.1 – Arden Hills Group Quarters Population 1990 2000 2008* College Dormitories 631 1,557 1,776 Nursing Homes 384 411 377 Other Group Quarters 10 20 25 Total 1,025 1,988 2,178 Source: US Census, Bethel University, Presbyterian Homes *Estimated Almost the entire group quarters population is at Bethel University and Presbyterian Homes. Between 2000 and 2004, Bethel University increased the on-campus housing capacity from 1,530 to 1,963 students. Presbyterian Homes, a senior housing facility, had a 377 capacity and 19 senior apartment units and is typically at capacity. The remaining group quarters population lives in group homes in the residential areas of the City. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 7-5 While group quarters housing is calculated separately from traditional housing, it is important to recognize this type of housing can impact the City’s sewer, water, transportation, parks, and recreation systems differently than traditional types of housing. It is likely that the number of people living in group quarters at Bethel University, Presbyterian homes, and other group homes will increase as those facilities do have additional land to expand. Therefore, it is important for the City to work with these institutions to manage the potential impacts as well as promote a diversity of housing. 7.3 HOUSEHOLD FORECASTS The total number of households in Arden Hills is forecasted to increase by over 55 percent between 2000 and 2030 2010 and 2040. Table 7.2 - Household Forecasts by City 2000 2010 2020 2030 2040 % Change 2000-2010 % Change 2010-2040 Arden Hills 2,959 2,957 3,750 4,600 4,600 -0.07%55.56% Mounds View 5,018 4,954 5,100 5,200 5,500 -1.28%11.02% New Brighton 9,013 8,915 9,800 10,600 11,200 -1.09%25.63% Roseville 14,598 14,632 15,100 15,600 17,000 0.23%16.18% Shoreview 10,125 10,402 10,800 11,200 11,300 2.74%8.63% Ramsey County 201,236 202,691 223,920 238,260 248,550 0.72%22.63% Twin Cities 7 County 1,021,456 1,117,749 1,259,450 1,390,990 1,510,090 9.43%35.10% Source: Metropolitan Council The rate of forecasted household growth in Arden Hills surpasses all adjacent communities as well as Ramsey County. In establishing its forecasts, the Metropolitan Council is assuming full development of the buildable portion of the TCAAP property by 2020 2030 which will also represent essentially a full build-out of Arden Hills. Table 7.3 - People per Household 2010 2020 2030 2040 Arden Hills 3.23 3.04 2.89 2.93 Mounds View 2.45 2.43 2.40 2.38 New Brighton 2.41 2.35 2.32 2.32 Roseville 2.30 2.32 2.30 2.28 Shoreview 2.41 2.43 2.43 2.43 Ramsey County 2.51 2.44 2.41 2.40 Twin Cities 7 County 2.55 2.48 2.44 2.43 Source: Metropolitan Council The significantly higher people per household in Arden Hills is misleading because the people living in group quarters housing is included in the total population, but the group quarters housing structures does not add to the number of households in the City. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 7-6 When adjusted for group quarters population, the people per household is comparable to the adjacent cities and metropolitan area. Table 7.4 - People per Household Adjusted 1990 2000 2010 2020 2030 Total Population 9,199 9,652 11,200 12,900 12,900 Households 2,904 2,959 3,800 4,600 4,600 People per HH 3.17 3.26 2.95 2.80 2.80 Non-group Quarters Population* 8,174 7,664 8,860 10,560 10,560 People per Non-group Quarters HH 2.81 2.59 2.33 2.30 2.30 Source: 1990 and 2000 Census, Metropolitan Council *Assumes full capacity and no growth after 2000 Consistent with long-term trends, the average occupancy of a housing unit in Arden Hills is projected to continue to decline from 2.59 persons per unit in 2000 to 2.3 people per unit in 2020 and 2030. 7.4 HOUSING ISSUES Three primary housing issues will need to be addressed by Arden Hills in the next 20 years. They include housing diversity, housing affordability, and housing quality. Each is discussed below. 7.4.1 Housing Diversity Life-cycle housing, which was referenced in the housing goals, is a common term used to describe the provision of housing types for all stages of life. Life-cycle housing is based on the premise that as people go through life, their housing needs change. A young person getting out of school and just starting out usually cannot afford to own a home so they often begin by renting. As a person grows older, they often establish a family and buy their first home, sometimes either a starter home or townhome. As a family’s income grows, they may move up to a larger home. Once the children leave and the family size decreases, parents often move back to a smaller home with fewer maintenance needs or to one of the growing number of either single-family or multi-family housing options that has an association that take care of home Figure 7.6 - Life Cycle Housing City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 7-7 and property maintenance. Eventually, as a person ages, there is often a need for assisted living or an extended care facility. Housing in Arden Hills today is primarily focused on one stage of the housing life- cycle, move-up housing. Ironically, a significant number of units constructed in Arden Hills during the 1970s were oriented to the first-time homebuyer market. As housing prices have risen over the past three to four decades, what was once priced for a first-time buyer is now classified as move-up housing due to escalated prices. Arden Hills does still have a limited supply of more entry level housing. In 2007, there were 285 units in the Arden Manor manufactured home community and approximately 80 percent of the units were owner occupied. Rental housing is another component of life-cycle housing that needs to be addressed. Rental housing is an important component of the overall housing supply since it provides options for both the beginning and later stages of the life- cycle chain. It may also serve the needs of several segments of the population including retail service employees, seniors, young adults just entering the workplace and economically disadvantaged households. Based on the homestead data from Ramsey County, 10 percent of the housing in Arden Hills is classified as non-homesteaded, which is a rough indicator for rental housing. According to Ramsey County property information, slightly more than 94 percent of the occupied single family homes and townhomes (not including manufactured homes or condominiums) were owner occupied in 2008. Arden Hills promotes housing diversity through its long-term goals, policies, and strategies. The market is also expected to exert pressure on the City for more housing diversity. As was noted earlier, factors such as an aging population, a population that has more non-family households, and increased numbers of householders living alone is expected to drive demand for more attached, multi- family housing. Multi-family units expected to be in demand are likely to be oriented toward both owners and renters. 7.4.2 Housing Affordability Affordable housing is an issue in every Twin Cities area community. With housing costs outpacing many wages, it is becoming increasingly important to focus on affordable housing. Because of the disparity of housing costs and wages throughout the Twin Cities, affordable housing continues to be a major initiative of the Metropolitan Council. According to the Metropolitan Council, housing is considered affordable if it is priced at or below 30 percent of the gross income of a household earning 60 City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 7-8 percent of the Twin Cities median family income. In 2007, the area median income for the seven-county Minneapolis-St. Paul area adjusted by the Department of Housing and Urban Development for a family of four was $78,500. Therefore, in 2007, housing was considered affordable if annual housing costs for a family of four do not exceed 30 percent of $47,100, which translates to $14,130 per year or $1,177.50 per month for housing. While the purchasing power of $1,177.50 per month depends on interest rates and other household factors, it could be sufficient to purchase a home that is priced in the range of $150,000. To implement the Livable Communities Act in 2007, the Metropolitan Council uses as the upper limit of affordability for ownership purchase price and monthly rents, the following dollar amounts: Table 7.5 - 2007 Owned Occupied Affordable Housing Prices Household Income Level: Affordable Home Price 80% of area median income ($62,800) $206,800 60% of area median income ($47,100) $152,000 Source: Metropolitan Council Table 7.6 - Rental Housing Affordable Prices Bedroom size: *Monthly gross rent including tenant-paid utilities, affordable at 50% of area median income Efficiency $687 1 bedroom $736 2 bedrooms $883 3 bedrooms $1,020 4 bedrooms $1,138 2007 RENTAL HOUSING Source: Metropolitan Council The mean assessed value of housing in Arden Hills in 2007 was $291,778 with a median of $272,100 (Figure 7.7). Based on 2007 assessed property values from Ramsey County, 25 percent of the housing was at or below the affordable home price of $206,800 and approximately 13 percent was at or below $152,000. In January of 2006, the Metropolitan Council released a report entitled “Determining the Affordable Housing Need in the Twin Cities 2011-2020”. The report not only forecasts the regional need by 2020 for newly constructed, affordable housing but it allocates each community’s share of the regional need. The total need for newly constructed housing in the Twin Cities is estimated to be 51,000 units between 2011 and 2020. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 7-9 Each community’s share of the regional need is allocated based on a number of factors. According to the Metropolitan Council, 30.6 percent of new housing units in all cities should be affordable. Allocations are then adjusted by job proximity, the composition of the housing stock and access to transit service. Based on the formula, the Metropolitan Council has allocated a need for 288 affordable housing units to Arden Hills between now and the year 2020. In order to ensure that this need can be met, Arden Hills’ has allocated Medium Density Residential, High Density Residential, Neighborhood Transition, and Town Center land use classifications and Mixed Residential on the Future Land Use Map to accommodate affordable housing. The City would not seek to concentrate affordable housing in any particular area. In addition to ensuring that there is sufficient land designated that has the potential to provide affordable housing, the City of Arden Hills is committed to continuing its participation in the Metropolitan Livable Community Program. As a participant, the City of Arden Hills continues to be eligible to compete for grant funding provided by the Livable Communities Act (LCA) to assist with clean-up operations for polluted land for redevelopment, creating development or redevelopment opportunities that demonstrate efficient use of land and infrastructure through connected development patterns, and opportunities to create more affordable housing. 7.4.3 Housing Quality Except for the TCAAP property, much of Arden Hills is considered developed. As was pointed out earlier, the age of 70 percent of the current housing stock makes ongoing maintenance a community concern. If Arden Hills’ existing neighborhoods are going to remain attractive places to live, owners will need to continue maintenance and reinvestment efforts. Encouraging housing maintenance can be done in two ways, either through voluntary efforts or through regulatory requirements. Many communities rely on both. Ideally, all residents will maintain their property in a sound and attractive manner. Realistically, however, a small percentage of properties will not be adequately maintained and in such cases, they can have a significant negative impact on surrounding properties and even the neighborhood as a whole. Arden Hills relies primarily on individual owners to maintain property. The City has nuisance provisions in its local code, it enforces the Minnesota State Building Code, and the International Property Maintenance Code was adopted in 2007. As was noted in the housing policies, the City stands ready to consider the adoption of a rental regulations should it become necessary. Additionally, Arden City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 7-10 Hills will continue to work with programs offered by county, regional, state and federal agencies as appropriate. Such programs are more limited than they were in the past due to changes in priorities and reductions in funding. 7.5 FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES While Arden Hills does have a limited number of smaller, infill vacant parcels south of Highway 96, future housing opportunities will largely come from the development of the TCAAP site. TCAAP offers an unparalleled opportunity to create a mix of housing integrated with employment, entertainment, recreation and transit service. The flexibility included in the design and development regulations for the site will help the community address its goals of housing diversity and housing affordability. A definitive plan for TCAAP is not part of this comprehensive plan update but will be addressed in a subsequent amendment. As it is currently envisioned, The TCAAP site will include approximately 350 427 acres of gross development area. Although not yet approved, the concept plan in 2007 Of this total, included 168approximately 151 acres of land has been designated specifically for residential development. Residential areas are divided between several zoning districts with varying gross density requirements. A range of different housing types will be accommodated, including single-family detached homes, twin homes, townhomes, manor homes, apartments, condominiums, and senior housing. The City expects that up to 1,431 housing units will be constructed on the site at the time of full development.and a potential for 1,750 housing units. This development area has the potential to accommodate single-family housing on a range of lot sizes, manor homes, townhomes, apartments, condominiums and senior housing. The remaining developable land on the TCAAP site may accommodate retail uses, offices, a hotel, a variety of civic uses, parks, and other open spaces. The residential component of the TCAAP site will offer a future mix of housing that will compliment Arden Hills’ current supply of predominately single-family detached housing. It will provide opportunities to address the changing needs of the local population and it will attract new people to the community. Combined with the City’s efforts to maintain the current supply of housing, the development of the TCAAP site will continue Arden Hills’ position in the marketplace as a highly desirable place to live. 7.6 IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES In order to advance the policies and ideas identified in this chapter, the following implementation strategies could be used: o Review City codes to consider and encourage a range of housing opportunities and innovative site design. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 7-11 o Pursue grants or other opportunities that promote the construction of affordable housing. o Explore the adoption of rental regulations to ensure the functionality and maintenance of rental properties. o Explore the adoption of an administrative fine program to deter ongoing nuisance and property maintenance issues. o Promote the use of high quality materials in new housing construction to minimize long-term deterioration of the housing stock. o Ensure safety, livability and durability of the housing stock through enforcement of the Minnesota State Building Code, which includes educating property owners and residents on housing and property maintenance codes. o Develop regulations that prohibit the construction of housing that is not compatible with the scale of the existing neighborhood. o Develop standards for protecting lakes, wetlands, trees, and other open spaces during redevelopments and infill projects. o Establish architectural/design guidelines for new developments and redevelopments. o Identify programs, policies, and strategies that encourage aging in place for senior citizens. The above strategies should not be considered all-inclusive. New opportunities and strategies should be identified to further advance the City’s housing goal and policies. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 9-1 9. PARKS AND RECREATION Goal: Create a comprehensive, maintained, and interconnected system of parks, pathways, and open spaces as well as a balanced program of recreational activities for residents of all ages, incomes, and abilities. To achieve this parks and recreation goal, the following policies are proposed: o Develop, maintain, and encourage the use of a system of neighborhood parks and pathways that are safe and engaging, which includes:  Developing, maintaining, and encouraging the use of north-south and east-west arterial pathways that connect neighborhood paths within the City and to regional paths.  Connecting neighborhoods, parks, and other destination points through a City-wide pathway system.  Strengthening the park and path system by making improvements as feasible through the annual budgeting and CIP process. o Provide recreation programs and activities that address the interests of all segments of the community, including children, adolescents, adults, families, and seniors. o Encourage non-motorized transportation and commuting in and outside of Arden Hills to reduce reliance on motor vehicles and increase physical activity. o Work to connect the pathway system to transit facilities. o Protect and maintain access to lakes, marshes, and wooded areas for active and passive recreation. o Plan for parks, paths, and recreation on the TCAAP property that addresses the interests of Arden Hills’ residents. o Explore financing and funding options to improve and expand the City’s parks and recreation system. o Promote the removal of invasive species throughout the park and recreational system. o Construct way-finding signage for parks and paths. o Explore options for collaboration with other governmental, educational, and private entities to provide an array of high-quality recreational programs. o Work and coordinate with Ramsey County, the Metropolitan Council, the school districts and other applicable organizations to enhance the park, pathway, and recreation system. 9.1 PARKS, TRAILS AND OPEN SPACE PLAN The City recognizes that demographic, recreation, and environmental trends will impact park, recreation, trail, and open space user needs. To prepare for future needs, the City of Arden Hills completed the Parks, Trails, and Open Space (PTOS) Plan in 2002. The City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 9-2 PTOS Plan analyzed the City’s current parks and recreation system facilities and developed a long-term vision for the City’s parks and recreation system. In order to realize the City’s vision, the PTOS Plan recommended improvements to increase efficiency and achieve the long-term parks and recreation vision and priorities for the City. The vision and goals in the 2002 PTOS Plan were updated by the Parks, Trails, and Recreation Committee and adopted by the City Council in 2006. Progress has been made on implementing the 2002 PTOS Plan. Since the PTOS Plan was intended to guide programs, improvements, and decision-making through 2020, this chapter largely reflects the content in the PTOS Plan and the 2006 update to the PTOS plan. As part of the 2002 PTOS planning process, the City identified long-term trends to help determine future park, trail, and recreation needs. Recreation interests and participation are influenced by a number of factors, including, age, access to facilities, income, available leisure time, interest in the environment, new recreation technology, and social trends. In general, people are looking for quality recreation that is close to home, but they are willing to travel to obtain higher quality or more specialized activities or environments. 9.2 REGIONAL PARK AND RECREATION SYSTEM Although the Arden Hills Comprehensive Plan focuses on local needs, the community recognizes that Arden Hills is connected to and participates in a larger, regional network of parks, pathways, and open spaces. The Metropolitan Council’s regional park system includes 49 regional parks and park preserves that cover more than 52,000 acres. The regional system also boasts 28 regional trails that span 170 miles. Arden Hills is linked to three regional trails and is home to one regional park (Figure 9.1). The Highway 96 Regional Trail crosses the City from east to west adjacent to Highway 96. The trail is primarily on the south side of the highway; however, it remains incomplete between Highway 10 in Arden Hills and old County Road 8 in the City of New Brighton. The proposed reconstruction of Highway 96 in this vicinity includes completing this trail, which would connect Arden Hills to Long Lake Regional Park in New Brighton. Completion of this trail is supported by the City. The Lexington Parkway Regional Trail spans the entire length of the Shoreview and Arden Hills border on the eastern side of the City. While the trail is complete on the Shoreview side of Lexington Avenue, it is only extends from Tanglewood Ave. to County Road F in Arden Hills. As redevelopment occurs and other opportunities arise, the City does seek to complete the trail to both the north and south on the Arden Hills side of Lexington Avenue. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 9-3 Ramsey County completed the Rice Creek North Regional Trail in the northwestern corner of the City on former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP) property in 2008. This new trail is an important connection in the metropolitan region’s trail system. The land adjacent to Rice Creek was part of the federally owned TCAAP property; however, approximately 112 acres were transferred to Ramsey County in 2006 for incorporation into the Ramsey County park system. The 2.2 mile, 10 foot wide trail is open to walkers and bikers. The approved master plan for the Rice Creek North Regional Trail indicates this trail continuing west and south to Long Lake Regional Park. Reconstruction of I-35W at County Road H will provide for the completion of this trail connection, which will provide another link between Arden Hills and Long Lake Regional Park in New Brighton. In 2006, Ramsey County acquired 113 acres of land within the Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP) property for the Rice Creek North Regional Tail Corridor. The new trail corridor is located in the northwestern corner of the TCAAP site adjacent to Rice Creek and Interstate 35W. This land was transferred to the County by the National Park Service as part of the Federal Lands to Parks Program. An amendment to the Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor Master Plan in 2003, identified an additional 49 acres to the east of the existing area to be acquired as a wildlife corridor. Following the County’s purchase of 427 acres of the TCAAP site for redevelopment, a subsequent amendment was made to the Master Plan identifying 60 additional acres for the Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor. This area generally extends from Highway 96 to County Road I and would facilitate a trailhead entry, additional trails, and a 150 foot wide trail corridor along the eastern side of the TCAAP development. Designated a regional park in 2006, the 217 acre Tony Schmidt Regional Park extends from the northern shore of Lake Johanna to the west side of Mounds View High School on Lake Valentine Road. Perry Park, a City of Arden Hills park, divides Tony Schmidt Park; however, a railroad underpass completed in 2006 provides a trail connection across Charles Perry Park to the two sections of Tony Schmidt Park. While much of the park is open space, the park offers a variety of amenities and is connected to local paths. There are a number of regional parks within a short distance of Arden Hills. Long Lake Regional Park is located in New Brighton, and the Snail Lake Regional Park is in Shoreview. The Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Preserve is in Shoreview, Circle Pines, and Lino Lakes. 9.3 ARDEN HILLS PARK AND RECREATION SYSTEM City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 9-4 Arden Hills has 15 City parks ranging in size from one acre to 28 acres and other open areas that cover more than 145 acres (Figure 9.2 and Table 9.1). There is also approximately 11 miles of paths, which are primarily located on or adjacent to County roads. The surface of these paths varies between asphalt, concrete, gravel, wood chip mulch, and grass. The parks in Arden Hills provide a variety of amenities ranging from tennis courts and playgrounds to baseball diamonds and picnic shelters (Table 9.1). The City parks are well-distributed throughout Arden Hills south of Highways 96 and 10 and most residents are within one mile of a City park; however, controlled access roads interfere with convenient access to some parks that would otherwise be close by. South of Highways 96 and 10, there are four lakes entirely within Arden Hills and one lake shared by Arden Hills and Roseville. Lake Johanna and Lake Josephine have public access and beaches, though the public access and beach for Lake Josephine is in Roseville. Lake Valentine is a relatively shallow lake adjacent to Bethel University with some limited public use and access. Karth Lake, which is located southwest of the Highway 96 and Lexington Avenue intersection, is adjacent to a public park but is primarily used for non-motorized recreation by the surrounding property owners. Round Lake is unusable for recreation purposes due to contamination from the former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant. The entire shoreline of Round Lake is owned by the federal government, and there is no public access. The City has approved the TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC) to guide development on 427 acres purchased by Ramsey County of the former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant site. Four City parks will be developed are planned to serve the new population on TCAAP and to complement the City’s existing park and recreation amenities. Trails will be constructed throughout the development to serve the site and to provide access to adjacent park and open space areas. Ci t y o f A r d e n H i l l s – 2 0 3 0 C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n Ap p r o v e d : S e p t e m b e r 2 8 , 2 0 0 9 9- 5 Ta b l e 9 . 1 - C u r r e n t P a r k A m e n i t i e s Ac r e s So f t b a l l / Ba s e b a l l F i e l d So c c e r T e n n i s B’ b a l l C o u r t Ar e a Pl a y Eq u i p . Pi c n i c Sh e l t e r Wa r m i n g Ho u s e Pe r m a n e n t Re s t r o o m s Ho c k e y Ri n k Skating Rink Trail(s)Bocce Golf Course Ar d e n M a n o r P a r k 46 0 1 P r i o r A v e n u e Ar d e n O a k s P a r k 14 1 3 A r d e n O a k s D r i v e Cr e p e a u N a t u r e P r e s e r v e * 12 2 4 H a r r i e t A v e n u e Cu m m i n g s P a r k 12 2 0 W y n c r e s t C o u r t Fl o r a l P a r k 14 2 3 W e s t F l o r a l D r i v e Fr e e w a y P a r k 13 7 0 W e s t C o u n t y R o a d E Ha z e l n u t P a r k 33 0 1 N e w B r i g h t o n R o a d In g e r s o n P a r k 32 5 5 N o r t h L e x i n g t o n A v e n u e Jo h a n n a M a r s h P a r k 31 6 8 R i d g e w o o d R o a d Li n d e y ’ s No r t h S n e l l i n g & C o u n t y R o a d E Pe r r y P a r k 37 0 0 N e w B r i g h t o n R o a d Ro y a l H i l l s P a r k Sn e l l i n g A v e n u e / M c C l u n g D r i v e Sa m p s o n P a r k 19 0 0 L a k e L a n e Va l e n t i n e P a r k 16 5 0 W e s t C o u n t y R o a d F  3    1   4. 5        20    1. 5 8. 5   5     12         1   20         17 . 5      12 . 5 1. 5  2. 5   City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 9-6 9.4 PARKS AND RECREATION MAINTENANCE, UPGRADES, AND EXPANSIONS The proposed park and pathway upgrades are based on the recommendations in the 2002 PTOS Plan, which is supplanted by this Comprehensive Plan (Figure 9.2). 9.4.1 Park Renovation and Upgrades In an effort to meet changing demographics, public safety, and the desires of the community, the City of Arden Hills will continue to use a multi-year capital improvement plan (CIP) to plan for park upgrades and renovations. The improvement recommendations are intended to improve public safety, aesthetics, function, and efficiency of individual parks as well as to promote overall public health and activity. The City also seeks to meet American with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. In order to minimize park disruption, reduce costs through efficiency of construction, and improve park function, park renovation is recommended to be done all at once in each park, whenever possible. Individual park renovation recommendations are summarized below by park: o Arden Manor Park – Provide connections within the park and from the park to the potential future paths along Highway 96 when reconstruction of this highway occurs. Add new shaded benches near park features. Add a park sign at the park entrance. o Arden Oaks Park – Add benches and trash containers near the park features. Add trees and landscaping to provide shade, spatial definition, and to improve aesthetics. o Charles Perry Park – Consider moving the entrance drive to line up with Thom Drive. This will eliminate the conflict that exists with the ice rink where skaters have to cross the entrance drive, and will create space for a pleasure rink. Explore the possibility of paving the existing skating rink for inline skating and half court basketball. Complete the path from the picnic pavilion to the Elmer L. Andersen Memorial Trail in Tony Schmidt Regional Park. Look into the future acquisition of the single family home nearest the park to accommodate future uses (Figure 9.2). o Crepeau Nature Preserve – Add additional unpaved paths within the park. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 9-7 o Cummings Park – Explore the possibility of adding irrigation to the soccer fields. This will enhance the quality of the fields and allow for additional usage. Add benches along the paths and park amenities. o Floral Park –Additional unpaved looped paths could be constructed in the park to provide more walking and nature watching opportunities. Add benches along the paths and park amenities. o Freeway Park - Consider paving the hockey rink for year-round use. Upgrade existing half basketball court. o Hazelnut Park – Replace the warming house with a new structure and provide a safer access to the rink. Install shaded benches near recreational features. Add lights from parking lot to skating rink. Add a picnic shelter or pavilion to meet the usage demands of the park. o Ingerson Park – Add a connecting path to Lexington Avenue, Fernwood Court, and Lake Lane, utilizing a sewer easement to Fernwood as a path corridor and Lake Lane as a path access point. o Johanna Marsh – Resurface tennis courts, add a park sign, and add benches. o Lindey’s Park – Provide benches. Utilize the Bocce Golf Course for recreation programming. o Round Lake Open Space – Explore the possibility of adding a path connecting Old Highway 10 to the path west of Round Lake by easement or land acquisition. Add a parking lot at Parkshore Drive. Determine what type of amenities/fields meet the needs of the community and develop the park. o Royal Hills – Add a fence along the outfield and sideline of the ball field to minimize balls going into the woods. o Sampson Park – Add landscaping within the park to provide interest and improve aesthetics. Replace the parking lot surface of the basketball court with a colored, bituminous surface. o Valentine Park – Complete drainage study and drainage improvements for the future of the park. Future Improvements are contingent upon the results of the study: Consider reconfiguring parking lot to detach park City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 9-8 features from the parking lot pavement. Replace the play structure. Add a new warming house/picnic shelter. Move or improve the surface of the half basketball court. 9.4.2 Recreation The City currently has an extensive youth recreation program. While the programs have been primarily focused on youth and adolescent activities, an increased need for teen, adult, and senior activities was identified in the 2002 PTOS Plan as well as the community meetings held for the 2030 Comprehensive Plan update. To help inform the recreation program development process, the City may consider creating advisory groups for seniors, teens, children, and other interested groups. 9.4.3 Pathway Expansion and Upgrades A number of neighborhoods in Arden Hills have pathways; however, in order to provide a connected and complete pathway system in Arden Hills, additional arterial and neighborhood paths are needed (Figure 9.2). While paths are popular for recreational purposes, there is also a growing demand for utilitarian pathways that connect residential areas to destinations such as commercial areas, offices, parks, and other popular places. Providing multiple destinations on a pathway system can increase use, promote physical activity, and reduce motorized travel. This Plan includes the following recommendations for pathway expansions and upgrades: City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 9-9 Table 9.2 - Trail Improvement List Feet Miles A Cleveland Ave. (County Road "D" to Stowe Ave.)2,623 0.50 A.2 Cleveland Ave. (Thom Ct. to existing path off Cty E2)1,672 0.32 B County Road D (Cleveland to New Brighton Road)2,644 0.50 C New Brighton Road (County Rd. D to Stowe Ave.)2,957 0.56 C.1 New Brighton Road (Stowe Ave. to County Road E2)5,333 1.01 D County Road E2 (New Brighton Rd. to Old Hwy. 10) Completed 3,309 0.63 D.1 County Road E2 (Cleveland Ave. to New Brighton Rd.)671 0.13 E R.C. Open Space (from Cty Rd. E2 to Venus) Completed 686 0.13 E.1 R.C. Open Space (from segment E path to MVHS)2,974 0.56 F Tony Schmidt Underpass trail North to County Road E2 (lift station rd.)1,560 0.30 F.1 Perry Park Pavilion to Underpass Trail Head Completed 1,399 0.27 G County Road E (Indian Pl. to Lk. Joh. Blvd. to Tony Schmidt U. Trail to end of park - north side)2,787 0.53 G.1 Lake Johanna Blvd. (From Segment G to Old 10 - Snelling)1,742 0.33 H County Road E (Old 10-Snelling to Connelly Ave.)2,185 0.41 I Snelling Ave. (Highway 51 to County Road E)4,382 0.83 I.1 Old Highway 10-Snelling (Cty Road E2 through CP Rail)1,056 0.20 I.2 Old Highway 10-Snelling (from CP Rail to County Rd. E2)2,270 0.43 I.3 Old Highway 10-Snelling (from Cty. Road E2 to Hwy. 96)8,870 1.68 J Lake Valentine Road (Mounds View H.S. to Old 10-Snelling)1,600 0.30 K Parkshore Dr. (from Old Hwy 10-Snelling to beginning of Rd. Lake Trail)2,395 0.45 K.1 Gateway Blvd. (from proposed segment K to Round Lk. Road)2,165 0.41 K.2 Round Lake Trail (Complete the loop that has a gap behind Nott Co.)2,421 0.46 K.3 Round Lake Road W. (from Gateway Blvd. to existing trail off of 96) Completed 2,634 0.50 L County Road 96 (Complete trail west from existing path to 35W)3,100 0.59 M North Snelling Ave. (From County Road 96 to Briarknoll)2,827 0.54 N County Road F (From Existing Sidewalk from Lexington to Hamline)400 0.08 N.1 Hamline (From County Road F to Floral Drive Completed 605 0.11 O Lexington Ave. (From County Road F to County Road E)1,500 0.28 O.1 Lexington Ave. (From County Road E to Shoreline Lane)5,212 0.99 O.2 Lexington Ave. (From Tanglewood to County Road I - West Side)7,890 1.50 P Crepeau Preserve (From Cannon to Crepeau Nature Preserve)838 0.16 P.1 Pine Tree Drive(From Cty Road E to existing grass trail into Crepeau) Completed 1,266 0.24 Q Highway 51 (From Old Hwy. 10/Snelling to just past Glenhill Rd)1,373 0.26 R County Road E - (From Lexington Trail to existing Concrete Sidewalk & Connelly Ave) Completed 2,050 0.10 T.1 Spine Road Trail (From HWY 96 to County Road H)7,689 1.40 T.2 Town Center Trail (Along Water Infrastructure)4,267 0.80 T.3 Rice Creek North Trail Corridor Addition (From HWY 96 to Rice Creek North Regional Trail)8,977 1.70 Total Proposed Future Trails 108,329 20.19 LengthSegmentProposed Trail Location The above list is not a ranked priority list of proposed path expansions and upgrades. The City has identified certain trail segments that are crucial for developing needed north-south and east-west path connections that are divided by major highways: G, G1, H, I, I1, I2, and I3. In coordination with the capital City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 9-10 improvements plan (CIP), the City may benefit from setting specific trail priorities to take advantage of grants, road reconstruction projects, and other opportunities as they arise. Segment D and E are planned pathways along County Road E2 and a connection through Ramsey County open space from the nearby neighborhood (Venus Ave.) The City was successful in obtaining a grant for $175,000 for these two segments from the Federal Safe Routes to School Funding Program. The goal of the pathways is to provide a safe route to Valentine Hills Elementary, the Ramsey County Library, and Tony Schmidt Regional Park. County Road E2 is a busy roadway that continues to increase in traffic and is a dangerous route for pedestrians. This project is scheduled to occur in the federal fiscal year 2009. This project is a cooperative effort between the City, Ramsey County Parks and Recreation, School District 621, and Ramsey County Public Works. In conjunction with Ramsey County and MnDOT, grade separated crossings of major roads and railroads is one of the more important actions the City can take to improve the path network, increase safety, enhance access to parks, encourage increased physical activity, and help tie the community together (Figure 9.2). The following connections and improvements for pedestrian and bicyclists (non-motorized users), some of which are noted in the above list, are recommended from the 2002 PTOS Plan and the community meetings: o County Road E over Highway 51 – The existing bridge is very narrow and unsafe for pedestrians or bicyclists. This location is a key connection between the east and west portions of the City. The City will also need to work with Ramsey County and MnDOT to consider options for expanding or reconstructing the bridge to create adequate pedestrian and bike crossings or build a freestanding bike and pedestrian bridge near the vehicle bridge. o Highway 96 – A grade separated trail connection may be needed at a location between Highway 10 and Lexington Avenue. The grade- separated connection would provide access to City Hall, the TCAAP area, and the developed portion of the City south of Highway 96. A trail crossing of Highway 10 could possibly be incorporated into the Highway 96 and 10 intersection when it is rebuilt. o Highway 10 – Between Interstate 694 and the City border along Highway 10, a pathway crossing is needed. Two potential options for a grade separated crossings: An area just south of Royal Hills Park and/or along City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 9-11 Highway 10 north of Highway 96. A minimum of one grade separated crossing is desired. o Interstate 35W – The City desires a pedestrian and bike bridge over Interstate 35W. A specific location for this crossing needs to be identified. This would be a crucial pathway crossing to connect the TCAAP area with Long Lake Regional Park. o Interstate 694 – A pathway crossing in Arden Hills is needed at Interstate 694. A final location(s) will be selected when Interstate 694 is reconstructed; however, two potential locations include:  Hamline Avenue/Highway 51 – A pathway across Interstate 694 near Hamline Avenue/Highway 51 must be constructed when Interstate 694 is reconstructed.  Lexington Avenue – While there is a pathway on the Shoreview side of the Lexington Avenue bridge, there is not a path on the Arden Hills side of the bridge. When the Interstate 694 reconstruction occurs, a pathway should be provided at this location. o Trail Signage – add small trail identification maps that include distance, name, and standard city identification where needed. Implementing the pathway expansion and improvement plan will require cooperation with Ramsey County, MnDOT, the school districts, and other private and public entities. The City recognizes that the entire network cannot be completed at once; however, the above list represents the long-term goal of a comprehensive pathway network to facilitate recreational and utilitarian uses. 9.4.4 Park and Open Space Acquisitions While there is very little vacant land available in the City outside of the TCAAP property, four locations were identified for potential incorporation into the City’s park and recreational system (Figure 9.2). Two land parcels remain to be acquired within the boundary of Tony Schmidt Regional Park. Additional public lands adjacent to the park are proposed to be used for trails and trail connections under cooperative agreements. o Charles Perry Park – The City should consider acquiring the residential property adjacent to Charles Perry in order to minimize the potential conflict caused by reflected light, noise and trespassing while providing an City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 9-12 opportunity to expand the recreational offerings in the park and to provide better park access. o Round Lake Park - The open land west of Round Lake Park should be considered for acquisition. This land could provide adequate space for soccer fields, community gardens, ball fields, or other recreational uses. The amount of property to acquire would be determined by what programming needs exist at that time. This seeks to obtain the necessary area by park dedication and acquisition as possible. o Round Lake Trail Easements - The remaining easements are needed to complete the trail around the west and south sides of Round Lake. o Tony Schmidt Regional Park – While Tony Schmidt Regional Park is a Ramsey County park, the City encourages the County to expand its facility in accordance with their facility and land needs. The Tony Schmidt Regional Park Master Plan lists potential land acquisitions, which are shown on Figure 9.2 9.4.5 TCAAP Redevelopment Area Of the 585 acres that are part of the proposed TCAAP redevelopment area, nearly 168 acres are tentatively planned to be used for parks, open spaces, and a wildlife corridor. Approximately 42 acres in the redevelopment area are anticipated to be used for community parks, gathering spaces, and open spaces. The land use design for the TCAAP property will likely include a large central park and a number of small neighborhood parks. The exact layout and use of these parks has not been determined; however, they are likely to be focused on local park and recreation needs. The City will be receiving approximately 49 acres of TCAAP property as a public benefit transfer in order to maintain a wildlife corridor between the AHATS property and Rice Creek. The City will transfer the 49 acres to Ramsey County for incorporation into the Rice Creek North Regional Trail in accordance with the approved Regional Trail Master Plan. Ramsey County purchased 427 acres of the TCAAP property in April 2013. The City has approved the TCAAP Redevelopment Code to regulate zoning and land uses. Approximately 24 acres are planned to be used for City parks and public open space. along a pedestrian corridor. Ramsey County is acquiring an City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 9-13 additional 30 acres from the federal government for a north-south trail and 78 acres for a future wildlife corridor and trailhead. Four City parks will be located within or adjacent to residential neighborhoods. Amenities will be planned for each park based on the population served and to complement existing amenities in the developed portion of the City. The timing of park development will be aligned to the development of adjacent neighborhoods. Green space will be provided along a pedestrian corridor linking the primary retail area west of the Spine Road to a City park on the eastern edge of the site. Trails will be provided along the Spine Road and along a collector road adjacent to the natural resources corridor. In cases where private development is immediately adjacent to park and open space areas, the TCAAP Redevelopment Code requires frequent pedestrian connections to open space. Connections to the north-south trail corridor and trails in the wildlife corridor will be provided from adjacent neighborhoods. Ramsey County has prepared and the City has approved the Rice Creek North Regional Trail Wildlife Corridor Habitat Restoration plan. Improvements, remediation, restoration and other development of the wildlife corridor property, prior to and following transfer to Ramsey County, will be guided by this plan. Trail connections for public use may be incorporated into the wildlife corridor. However, they must be designed and aligned so as not to impede the movement of wildlife. Finally, in the northeast corner of the redevelopment area, 76.5 acres have been designated for an undetermined public use. This area is likely to include some type of regional athletic use, though an exact use has not been determined. Because this area is separated from the rest of the TCAAP redevelopment area by the wildlife corridor to the south and National Guard property to the north, access to this public area has yet to be determined. Access may be provided for vehicles from County Road I and by pedestrian/bike paths through the wildlife corridor. How this property will be accessed has not been determined but will need to be addressed. 9.5 IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES 9.5.1 Priority Setting One tool to advance this chapter is to create a flexible priority list for improvements and expansions. With the priorities laid out, the City would be City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 9-14 able better able to assess fund balances and make informed spending decisions and coordinate improvements with other projects such as road improvements. The priority list will need to be regularly evaluated to measure progress and to adjust the list to accommodate funding availability, changing circumstances, and changing priorities. A fully functioning and complete park and pathway system adds to the attractiveness of the City and to the values of property owners. While a long-term priority list will help the City in the decision making process and help plan for future expenses, the list must be flexible. As new local and regional projects, needs, and opportunities arise, it may be necessary to adjust the list to take advantage of opportunities that may not yet be known. 9.5.2 Partnerships Developing partnerships with other public and private organizations is an important tool for implementing this and other chapters of the Comprehensive Plan. With scarce resources and increasing demands, searching for partnerships to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and expand services is necessary. Working with adjacent cities, the Metropolitan Council, Ramsey County, businesses, school districts, higher education institutions, and other stakeholders may lead to better and more efficient implementation of this Chapter. MNDOT & Ramsey County Transportation – Coordinating with MnDOT and Ramsey County Public Works will help ensure that pathway additions and crossings are in their transportation master plans, included in reconstruction projects, and are a priority for funding and implementation in their capital improvement plans (CIP). Ramsey County Parks and Recreation – With regional facilities in Arden Hills and connecting to City pathways, it is important to coordinate with the County. The County is working to implement the Tony Schmidt Master Plan, the Rice Creek trail system, and other regional park and trail projects that connect to or impact Arden Hills. Mounds View and Roseville School Districts – The City has an opportunity to work with the school districts and the two facilities in Arden Hills to increase pedestrian and bike access to the schools, promote safe routes to school, and increase physical activity. Bethel University and Northwestern College – Both of these campuses have trails that can be accessed by the public. The City should consider working with City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 9-15 these institutions to ensure continued access to these trails and to make connections with City trails. Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP) Redevelopment Partner and the Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) – The proposed redevelopment on the TCAAP property offers an opportunity to greatly expand the City’s park and pathway network. The City seeks to continue working with the developers, AHATS, and private entities to ensure a park and pathway system is constructed that meets the needs of current and future residents. Although the AHATS property is not freely open to the public, it could play a role in future park and recreation opportunities. 9.5.3 Financing While the City supports the park and recreation system, it is recognized that other needs in the City compete for funds and funding will continue to be a challenge. In order to implement the parks and recreation plan, yearly priorities could be identified in the City’s capital improvement plan (CIP), which can be adjusted annually as funding, opportunities, and needs change. Flexibility in implementation will be necessary. Since much of the City is developed, park and recreation expansion improvements cannot rely on park dedication fees alone. Therefore, the City may need to explore other financing options. Pursuing funding opportunities may help advance implementation of this plan at a faster rate than would otherwise be able to occur. 9.5.4 Additional Strategies The strategies in the previous sections should not be considered all-inclusive. New opportunities and strategies should be identified to further advance the City’s parks and recreation goal and policies. ! ! ! !! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !!! ! ! ! !! !!!! !!! ! !!! ! !! ! ! !! ! !! !!! ! ! ! ! !! !!!! ! ! !!! ! ! ! ! ! !! !! !! ! !! 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A n d e r s e n M e m o r i a l T r a i l Proposed Pathways and Trail Corridor City County Other City Regional Parks Future Wildlife Corridor (Approximate) Potential Additions to Park System Arden Hills Parks and Public Open Spaces ¸This map is in draft format and subject to change prior to adoption. Printed: June 4, 2015Source: City of Arden Hills 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update 0.5 Mile DRAFT Figure 9.2 Existing and ProposedPark and Pathway System City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 H-1 APPENDIX H: ZONING DISTRICT REGULATIONS The following zoning district regulation information is taken directly from the Arden Hills Zoning Code as of July 30, 2008. Arden Hills Zoning District Regulations taken from the Arden Hills Code (AHC) of Ordinances Chapter 13 and the TCAAP Redevelopment Code (TRC) as of July 8, 2015. 1. R-1 Single Family Residential District (AHC): A. To establish areas for the development of single family detached housing at a maximum density of approximately three (3) units per net acre. B. To reserve development areas for single-family housing. C. To restrict encroachment of incompatible uses. D. To maintain density limitations. E. To take advantage of municipal utilities. F. To preserve open space. 2. R-2 Single Family and Two Family Residential District (AHC): A. To establish areas for the development of single and two (2) family housing at a maximum density of approximately five units per net acre. B. To reserve development areas for single and two family housing. C. To restrict encroachment of incompatible uses. D. To maintain density limitations. E. To take advantage of municipal utilities. F. To preserve open space. 3. R-3 Townhouse and Low Density Multiple Dwelling District (AHC): A. To provide areas offering a broad development range in housing units with a maximum density of eight (8) units per net acre. B. To retain the environment and character of less intensive residence areas through carefully established bulk and lot area requirements. 4. R-4 Multiple Dwelling District (AHC): A. To establish areas for the development of multiple dwelling structures with a maximum density of twelve (12) units per net acre. B. To permit the most intensive residential development allowed in the City. C. To maintain an essentially residential character in areas developed at a more intensive density. 5. NB Neighborhood Business District (AHC): A. To be located at the edge of residential neighborhoods. B. To provide a limited range of over-the-counter, convenience, retail, and service uses to accommodate the needs of the adjacent residents. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 H-2 C. To place limitations on the type, size and intensity of uses within this district, given its proximity to residential uses. D. To place emphasis on convenience for pedestrian, bicycle, and public transportation access to the use. E. To accommodate, where possible, a public commons giving residents a place to gather and interact with one another. F. To ensure adequate buffering is provided on these sites for the adjacent residential uses. G. To require, where applicable, compliance with the City’s gateway requirements. 6. B-1 Limited Business District (AHC): A. To establish areas for the location and development of administrative office buildings and related office uses which are subject to more restrictive controls. B. To provide a district which is related to and may reasonably adjoin high density or other residential districts. C. To establish a business district in which there is limited contact with the public and no exterior display or selling of merchandise to the general public. 7. B-2 General Business District (AHC): A. To be a place in which people can live, work and play. B. To create a compact, architecturally diverse, pedestrian- and bicycle- friendly community with a distinct identity. C. To provide a connected sidewalk system and places for people to gather and socialize. D. To implement design standards to promote an attractive environment with lasting and sustainable value. E. To group compatible retail and service business uses that tend to draw trade that is naturally interchangeable and promotes business prosperity. F. To provide an adequate supply of businesses and professional service areas to meet the needs of the residents. G. To minimize the effects of traffic congestion, noise, odor, glare and similar safety problems. H. To implement the Plan known as the “Guiding Plan for the B2 District,” which was adopted by the City Council on October 27, 2008. 8. B-3 Service Business District (AHC): A. To accommodate an adequate supply of businesses and services that serve the community and motorists traveling through the community with a broad range of services and goods. B. To provide locations for uses that may be incompatible with retail centers, thereby keeping the retail centers compact and convenient. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 H-3 C. To keep services in close proximity to arterial streets or highways in areas that are appropriately designated on the Comprehensive Plan. D. To encourage grouping of compatible and mutually supportive business uses and services. E. To promote business prosperity. F. To establish a high standard of development and design that produces a positive visual image and minimizes the effects of traffic congestion, noise, odor and glare. G. To allow a transitional reuse of existing buildings until market conditions warrant redevelopment. H. To enhance redevelopment potential by prohibiting uses that would impede redevelopment. I. To ensure acceptable traffic operations on local streets. J. To promote flexibility in land uses and site development standards to achieve the purposes of the district. 9. B-4 Retail Center District (AHC): A. To meet retail shopping needs of the surrounding community by providing a district that will accommodate a wide range of retail goods and services. B. To promote business prosperity by creating an attractive and functional retail center. C. To provide an integrated retail trade center that groups compatible retail uses in one or more multiple-occupancy buildings. Free standing, single- occupancy buildings will be allowed if planned and constructed as part of a unified development that contains a retail center or is developed after such a retail center is developed. D. To produce a positive visual image by establishing a high standard of design and development. E. To allow transitional uses that will allow an orderly phasing out of existing uses and development that are not appropriate in a contemporary retail center and a phasing in of uses and development as warranted by market conditions. F. To encourage grouping of uses that are mutually supportive and have similar requirements for vehicular and pedestrian accessibility and exposure. G. To alleviate potential traffic congestion on local streets by the design of the circulation pattern and arrangement of uses. 10. CC Civic Center District (AHC): A. To implement that part of City of Arden Hills Comprehensive Plan known as the Civic Center (CC) area. B. To create a destination-oriented area that serves as focal point for the Community where a mix of uses including public, small retail, educational, semi-public facilities and some mid-to-high-density housing are located. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 H-4 C. To bring forth a government center that would integrate Sunfish Lake with a civic campus and commercial area, and create a gathering/activity place that is unified in purpose, design and use. D. To require strict development standards and building materials to create a high quality civic environment. E. To preserve, protect, and enhance existing development adjacent to the district. F. To promote compact, unified development that takes advantage of the proximity to the adjacent open space areas and regional transportation facilities. G. To minimize the effects of traffic congestion. H. To allow development that will insure reasonable traffic operation on the internal and surrounding transportation systems including Lexington, Hamline, and Highway 96. I. To encourage arrangement of uses that are mutually supportive and have similar requirements for vehicular and pedestrian accessibility and exposure. 11. GB Gateway Business District (AHC): A. To implement that part of Arden Hills Comprehensive Development Plan known as the I-694/I-35W Plan. B. To promote high quality, unified, large-scale development in a manner similar to a planned unit development. C. To take full advantage of the site's location as documented and described in the NE I-694/I-35W Plan. D. To allow only development that will create an attractive environment and a positive image for this site, which is one of the most visible in the community and represents the City's last major development site. E. To protect the site's environmental resources. F. To promote flexibility in land uses and development standards to achieve the objectives of the I-694/I-35W Plan. G. To allow development that will insure reasonable traffic operation on the internal and surrounding transportation systems. 12. I-1 Limited Industrial District (AHC): A. To allow only those types and intensities of industrial uses that do not detract from the surrounding area. B. To maintain performance standards to keep the intensity of land utilization lower than in the general Industrial District. 13. I-2 General Industrial District (AHC): A. To provide an area where more intensive light industrial land uses may locate. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 H-5 B. To present the least deleterious effect to adjacent, less intensive land uses. 14. I-FLEX District (AHC): A. To preserve, protect, enhance and perpetuate existing development in the district. B. To attract new development that is compatible with existing development in the district in terms of use, performance, character, quality and appearance of buildings and sites. C. To permit only those uses that will have traffic generation characteristics that are compatible with existing development in the district and that will ensure reasonable traffic operation on streets in the vicinity. D. To encourage new site development that will be compatible with existing site development standards of existing development in the district. E. To promote flexibility in land uses and site development standards to achieve the objectives of the I-Flex District. 15. Planned Unit Development (PUD) Overlay District (AHC): A. To allow flexibility in land development to benefit from new technology in building design and construction and in land development. B. To encourage variety in the organization of site elements, land uses (residential and non-residential), building densities, and building and dwelling types. C. To promote higher standards of site and building design through the use of trained and experienced professional land planners, landscape architects, registered architects, engineers and surveyors to prepare plans for all PUD's. D. To preserve and enhance desirable site characteristics and open space. E. To promote more efficient and effective use of land, open space and public facilities. F. To effectuate the policies and standards of the Arden Hills Comprehensive Development Plan. 16. MR Mixed Residential District (AHC): A. To reuse approximately 220 acres of the former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP) property in a way that accommodates a mix of land uses that is sensitive to the natural environment, economically sustainable, and a benefit to the community. B. To complete the environmental remediation of contaminated land to support reuse of the area. C. To create a development of regional significance that is a benefit to the community and region. D. To integrate a development on the former TCAAP property with the developed part of Arden Hills. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 H-6 E. To provide a variety of housing options for a wide range of ages and incomes. F. To create a unified development where people can live, work, and play. G. To create a pedestrian and bicycle friendly community. H. To implement design standards to promote an attractive environment with lasting and sustainable value. I. To minimize the effects of traffic congestion, noise, odor, glare, and similar safety problems. 17. MB Mixed Business District (AHC): A. To reuse approximately 240 acres of the former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP) property in a way that accommodates a mix of land uses that is sensitive to the natural environment, economically sustainable, and a benefit to the community. B. To complete the environmental remediation of contaminated land to support reuse of the area. C. To create a development of regional significance that is a benefit to the community and region. D. To integrate a development on the former TCAAP property with the developed part of Arden Hills. E. To provide opportunities for a variety of businesses to diversify the City’s commercial base. F. To create a unified development where people can live, work, and play. G. To create a pedestrian and bicycle friendly community. H. To implement design standards to promote an attractive environment with lasting and sustainable value. I. To group compatible retail and service business uses that tend to draw trade that is naturally interchangeable and promotes business prosperity. J. To minimize the effects of traffic congestion, noise, odor, glare, and similar safety problems. 18.16. POS Parks and Open Space District (AHC): A. To support the Arden Hills Parks, Trails, and Open Space Plan and the Ramsey County Parks and Recreation System Plan. B. To provide an area for publicly owned lands that have recognized outdoor recreational or open space resources. C. To support community health through the provision of active and passive outdoor recreational opportunities. D. To promote natural and ecological stewardship. E. To conserve vital environmental resources. 19.17. CD Conservation District (AHC): City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 H-7 A. To provide a “holding” zone for federally owned lands on the Arden Hills Army Training Site to ensure that future development is staged, maintains a sustainable level of public expenditures for utilities and services, and protects those areas generally determined to be unsuitable for development due to the presence of wetlands, floodplains, steep slopes, certain drainage and soil conditions, and critical wildlife habitat. 18. Neighborhood District (TRC): A. The Neighborhood Zoning District: Provides a range of attached and detached single-family and small multi-family residential uses. 1) Neighborhood Sub-District 1 (NB-1): Maximum density of 2.5 dwelling units per acre. 2) Neighborhood Sub-District 2 (NB-2): Minimum density of 2.5 dwelling units per acre and a maximum density of 4 dwelling units per acre. 3) Neighborhood Sub-District 3 (NB-3): Minimum density of 4 dwelling units per acre and a maximum density of 6.75 dwelling units per acre. 4) Neighborhood Sub-District 4 (NB-4): Minimum density of 4 dwelling units per acre and a maximum density of 8 dwelling units per acre. 19. Neighborhood Transition (TRC): A. The Neighborhood Transition Zoning District provides for a range of residential (live-work, single family, and small and medium multi-family) transitions between the active retail and employment mixed-use districts and adjoining single-family neighborhoods. B. Development standards in this district emphasize smaller scale residential uses and establish building transition standards to adjoining neighborhoods. C. Residential uses permitted at a density of 8 to 15 units per acre. 20. Town Center (TRC): A. The Town Center Zoning District creates a vibrant commercial and residential environment that maximizes the potential for an outdoor experience. B. This district promotes walkability through allowing for housing, office, retail, restaurant, and civic uses all within close proximity of each other. C. Residential uses permitted at a maximum density of 45 units per acre. 21. Office Mixed-Use (TRC): A. The Office Mixed-Use Zoning District creates a flexible zone that allows and promotes a seamless transition from Retail Mixed-Use but focuses on employment and other compatible uses. B. This district promotes employment as a primary use, but allows for other commercial uses to be incorporated as vertical mixed-use buildings. City of Arden Hills – 2030 Comprehensive Plan Approved: September 28, 2009 H-8 22. Retail Mixed-Use (TRC): A. The Retail Mixed-Use Zoning District creates a flexible zone that allows and promotes a seamless transition from Office Mixed-Use but focuses on retail and compatible uses. B. This district promotes retail as a primary use and allows for other commercial uses to be incorporated as vertical mixed-use buildings. 23. Flex Business (TRC): A. The Flex Office Zoning District creates an opportunity for large scale development for employment and manufacturing uses that take advantage of the highway frontage and automobile access. 24. Campus Commercial (TRC): A. The Campus Commercial Zoning District facilitates a building format that allows multiple, single tenant buildings or campuses within the northern “Thumb” site of the Plan Area. B. The goal is to allow for an individual plan approach for each campus or building, based on user preferences within a range of requirements. 25. Open Space (TRC): A. Open Space within the TRC shall be categorized as Required Open Space. B. The detailed Open Space Standards for different open space types are included in Section 9.0 and Attachment 2 of the TRC. These standards include general character, typical size, frontage requirements and typical uses. 26. Gateway Overlay A. The Gateway Overlay District indicates where additional aesthetic treatments are required to create a welcoming environment that establishes the character of the TCAAP Redevelopment Area. The specific standards are included in Section 7.6 of the TRC. 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H e i g h t ( f t . ) 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 4 5 4 5 3 5 3 5 5. F l o o r A r e a R a t i o ( F . A . R . ) 0. 3 0. 3 0. 3 0. 3 0. 7 0. 7 0. 8 0. 8 0. 3 0. 8 == 0. 6 0. 8 0.8 .3 .3 6. L o t C o v e r e d b y S t r u c t u r e 2 5 % 2 5 % 2 5 % 2 5 % 3 5 % 3 5 % 4 5 % 4 0 % 2 5 % 4 0 % = = 3 0 % 4 0 % 4 0 % 2 5 % 2 5 % 7. M i n . L a n d s c a p e L o t A r e a 65 % 65 % 65 % 65 % 35 % 25 % 20 % 25 % 25 % 20 % 35 % 35 % 25 % 25% 65% 65% 8. M i n i m u m B u i l d i n g Se t b a c k s ( f t ) F r o n t y a r d 40 40 40 40 20 50 20 50 50 20 50 55 50 50 40 40 R e a r Y a r d ( P r i n c i p l e ) 3 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 2 0 2 0 2 0 2 0 2 0 2 0 2 0 2 0 2 0 2 0 3 0 3 0 R e a r Y a r d ( A c c e s s o r y ) 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 S i d e Y a r d I n t e r i o r - Pr i n c i p a l ( M i n / t o t a l b o t h y a r d s o n lo t ) 10 / 2 5 5 / 1 5 5 / 1 5 5 / 1 5 5 / 1 5 2 0 / 4 0 1 0 / 2 0 2 0 / 4 0 2 0 / 4 0 1 0 / 2 0 2 0 / 4 0 * * 2 0 / 4 0 2 0 / 4 0 2 0 / 4 0 1 0 / 2 0 1 0 / 2 0 S i d e Y a r d I n t e r i o r - Ac c e s s o r y 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 S i d e Y a r d C o r n e r 4 0 4 0 4 0 4 0 2 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 2 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 4 0 4 0 O t h e r S e t b a c k s 60 L a k e s h o r e - H i g h W a t e r Ma r k * * * A b u t t i n g R e s i d e n t i a l Z o n i n g D i s t r i c t == == == == 30 10 0 == 10 0 10 0 10 0 10 0 10 0 10 0 100 == == 9. P U D & C U P Ci t y o f A r d e n H i l l s – 2 0 3 0 C o m p r e h e n s i v e P l a n Ap p r o v e d : S e p t e m b e r 2 8 , 2 0 0 9 H- 1 0 M a x i m u m D w e l l i n g U n i t – D e n s i t y P e r N e t A c r e 3. 0 5. 5 8. 0 12 . 0 == == 20 . 0 == == 20 . 0 12 . 0 == == == == == STOW E AVE LAKE VALENTINE RD RED FOX R D GREY FOX RD INGER SON RD R O U N D L A K E R D W A M B L E D R S I E M S C T S N E L L I N G A V E N COLL EEN AVE GLEN PA UL AVE TILLER LN H A M L I N E VENUS AVE T HO M D R ARD EN VIEW DR G L E N A R D E N R D C H A T H A M A V E AMBLE RD NOB LE RD GRA MSIE RD ARDEN PL GRA NT RD OAK AVE ED GEWATER AVE JERR OLD AVE D U N L A P S T N HARRIET AVE FLOR AL D R W GLENVIEW AVE KAR TH LAK E D R GATEWAY BLVD W Y N C R E S T CAR LTON D R F O R E S T L N P R I O R A V E N CUM M IN GS PA RK DR ROYAL LN KATIE LN P I N E T R E E D R F A I R V I E W A V E N R I D G E W O O D R D CRYSTA L AVE P L E A S A N T D R A R D EN O AKS DR V A L E N T I N E A V E B E N T O N W A Y IND IA N OA KS TRL S K I L E S L N B R I A R BECKMAN AVE LAMETTI LN M C C R A C K E N L N K E I T H S O N D R A S B U R Y A V E N NURSERY HILL LN BUSSARD CT DAWN CIR W J A M E S A V E JANET CT C A N N O N GLENHILL RD N O R M A A V E A R D E N V I E W C T R O Y KATIE CT G L E N A R D E N C T R I D G E W O O D C T K A R T H L A K E C I R G A L E C I R MC CLU NG DR W Y N C R E S T L N SANDEEN RD PARKSHORE DR EIDE CIR N O R T H - W O O D S D R NURSERY HILL CT CU M MIN GS LN V A L E N T I N E C T INGERSON CT C O L L E E N C T GLENVIEW CT HUNTERS CT S H O R E L I N E L N P A S C A L A V E N L A K E L N N C O N N E L L Y AVE T H O M C T A M B L E C I R C H A T H A M C T C O L L E E N C I R R O L L I N G H I L L S R D ARD EN OAK S CT N O R M A C I R I N D I A N P L EDGEWATER AVE N O R M A A V E TILLER LN S N E L L I N G A V E N D U N L A P S T N A R D E N P L S K I L E S L N F A I R V I E W A V E N H A M L I N E A V E N G L E N H I L L R D WYNRIDGE PLEASANT CIR ARDEN IND IA N OA KS CT J A M E S C I R D E L L V I E W A V E D E L L V I E W A V E D E L L W O O D S T GATEWAY CT VA LEN TINE CREST RD B R U E B E R R Y LN BRIARKNOLL CIR D E L L W O O D A V E L A M E T T I C I R W A L D E N P L WED GEWOODCIR P R I O R A V E INDIAN OAKS CIR CHATHAM CIR L A K E J O H A N N A B L V D L A K E J O H A N N A B L V D R I D G E EDGEWATER AVE F A I R V I E W A V E N F E R N W O O D S T S N E L L I N G A V E N S H O R E L I N E L N K A T I E L N COU NTY R OAD D W S H O R E W O O D DR LAK E LN COUNTY ROAD E W L A K E J O H A N N A BLVD GLEN PA UL AVE C L E V E L A N D A V E N N E W B R I G H T O N R D N E W B R I G H T O N R D HUDSON RD T H O M D R C L E V E L A N D A V E N B R I G H T O N W A YNEW B R I G H T O N R D I N T E R S T A T E 3 5 W COU NTY R OAD E2 W C O U N T Y R O A D E 2 WLAKEVIEWCT C H A T H A M A V E S I E M S C T ARDEN PL GLE N A R D E N R D S N E L L I N G A V E N A R D E N O A K S D R S N E L L I N G A V E N B E T H E L D R O L D H I G H W A Y 1 0 S N E L L I N G A V E N VEN US AVE I N T E R S T A T E 3 5 W LAKE VALENTINE RD I N T E R S T A T E 3 5 W R O U N D L A K E R D W OLD HIG H W AY 10 LAKESHORE PL INTERSTATE 694 INTERSTATE 694 HIG H W AY 10 COU NTY R OAD 96 W COUNTY ROAD 96 W ABELE ST (Private) T O D D D R (P r i v a t e ) TODD DR (Private) PRIOR AV E N ( P ri v a t e ) L I S A L N (P r i v a t e ) LISA CT (Private) P R I O R C T (P r i v a t e ) T O D D D R ( P r i v a t e ) P R I O R A V E N (P r i v a t e ) COU NTY R OAD I W COUNTY ROAD I W L E X I N G T O N A V E N L E X I N G T O N A V E N KNOLL DR V I S T A C T DAWN CIR E COLLEEN A V E A R D E N V I E W DR COU NTY R OAD F W I N N O V A T I O N W A Y (P r i v a t e ) F E R N W O O D S T PL EASANT DR AMBLE DR COUNTY ROAD 96 W L E X I N G T O N A V E N L E X I N G T O N A V E N D R CT BO STO N S CIENTIFIC DR (Priva te) B E T H E L D R BETHEL DR COUNTY ROAD E W L E X I N G T O N A V E N B E N T O N W A Y AVE INGER SON RD A V E N W O O D R D COUNTY ROAD E W H A M L I N E A V E N H A M L I N E A V E N P r i v a t e K A T I E L N KEITHSON DR A L H I L L S D R £¤10 §¨¦35W §¨¦694 The zo ning district designations represented on this map correspond to the City of Arden Hills official Zoning Map. Questions concerning the Zoning Map should be directed to City Hall. Zoning designations are subject to change. Ple ase refer to the Zoning Code for complete information. Adop ted: April 12, 1993Printed: June 04, 2015 Zoning Map ¯0 10.5 Miles TR C C C - Campus Commercial TR C C ivic/Open Space TR C FB - Flex Business TR C R MU - Retail Mixed Use TR C N B-1 Neighborhood 1 TR C N B-2 Neighborhood 2 TR C N B-3 Neighborhood 3 TR C N B-4 Neighborhood 4 TR C N T - Neighborhood Transition TR C OMU - Office Mixed Use TR C OS - Open Space TR C TC - Town Center TR C Water Infrastructure R-1 - Si ngle Family Residential District R-2 - Si ngle & Two Family Residential District R-3 - Townhouse & Low Density Multiple Dwelling District R-4 - Multiple Dwelling District B-1 - Limited Business District B-2 - General Business District B-3 - Service Business District B-4 - Retail Center District N-B - Neigborhood Business District C-C - Ci vic Center District G-B - Gateway Business I-1 - Limited Industrial District I-2 - General Industrial District I-FLEX District POS - Parks and Open Space District CD - C onservation District Railroad Right-of-Way Water STOWE AVE LAKE VALENTINE RD RE D FOX R D GRE Y FOX RD IN GER SON R D R O U N D L A K E R D W A M B L E D R S I E M S C T S N E L L I N G A V E N COLLEE N AV E GLEN PA U L AVE TILLE R LN H A M L I N E VENUS AVE TH O M D R AR D EN V IEW DR G L E N A R D E N R D C H A T H A M A V E AM BLE R D NOB LE R D GRA MS IE RD ARDEN P L GRA N T R D OAK AVE ED GEWATER A VE JER R OLD AV E D U N L A P S T N HA R RIET AVE FLOR A L D R W GLEN VIEW AVE KA RTH LA KE D R GATEWAY BLVD W Y N C R E S T CA R LTON D R F O R E S T L N P R I O R A V E N CU MM IN GS PA R K D R ROYAL LN KATIE LN P I N E T R E E D R F A I R V I E W A V E N R I D G E W O O D R D CR YSTA L AV E P L E A S A N T D R A R D EN O AKS DR V A L E N T I N E A V E B E N T O N W A Y IN D IA N OAK S TR L S K I L E S L N B R I A R BE CK MA N AV E LA M ETTI LN M C C R A C K E N L N K E I T H S O N D R A S B U R Y A V E N NURSERY HILL LN BU SS AR D C T DA WN CIR W J A M E S A V E JANET CT C A N N O N GL EN HIL L R D N O R M A A V E A R D E N V I E W C T R O Y KATIE CT G L E N A R D E N C T R I D G E W O O D C T K A R T H L A K E C I R G A L E C I R MC CLU N G DR W Y N C R E S T L N SA ND EEN R D PA R KS HOR E D R EIDE C IR N O R T H - W O O D S D R NU R SER Y HILL C T CU M MIN G S LN V A L E N T I N E C T INGERSON CT C O L L E E N C T GLENVIEW CT HUNTERS CT S H O R E L I N E L N P A S C A L A V E N L A K E L N N C O N N E L L Y AVE TH O M CT A M B L E C I R C H A T H A M C T C O L L E E N C I R R O L L I N G H I L L S R D AR D EN OAK S C T N O R M A C I R I N D I A N P L ED GEWATER A VE N O R M A A V E TILLE R LN S N E L L I N G A V E N D U N L A P S T N A R D E N P L S K I L E S L N F A I R V I E W A V E N H A M L I N E A V E N G L E N H I L L R D WYNRIDGE PLEA SA N T CIR AR D EN IN D IA N OAK S C T J A M E S C I R D E L L V I E W A V E D E L L V I E W A V E D E L L W O O D S T GATEWAY CT VA LEN TINE CR ES T R D B R U E B E R R Y LN BR IAR K NOLL C IR D E L L W O O D A V E L A M E T T I C I R W A L D E N P L WED GEWOODCIR P R I O R A V E IN D IA N OAK S C IR CHATHAM CIR L A K E J O H A N N A B L V D L A K E J O H A N N A B L V D R I D G E ED GEWATER A VE F A I R V I E W A V E N F E R N W O O D S T S N E L L I N G A V E N S H O R E L I N E L N K A T I E L N COU N TY ROA D D W S H O R E W O O D DR LA K E LN COU N TY ROA D E W L A K E J O H A N N A B LV D GLEN PA U L AVE C L E V E L A N D A V E N N E W B R I G H T O N R D N E W B R I G H T O N R D HU D SON R D T H O M D R C L E V E L A N D A V E N B R I G H T O N W A YNE W B R I G H T O N R D I N T E R S T A T E 3 5 W COU N TY ROA D E 2 W C O U N T Y R O A D E 2 WLAKEVIEWCT C H A T H A M A V E S I E M S C T ARDEN PL GLE N A R D E N R D O L D H W Y 1 0 A R D E N O A K S D R S N E L L I N G A V E N B E T H E L D R O L D H I G H W A Y 1 0 O L D H W Y 1 0 VEN U S A VE I N T E R S T A T E 3 5 W LAKE VALENTINE RD I N T E R S T A T E 3 5 W R O U N D L A K E R D W O LD HIG H W AY 10 LAKESHORE PL %&d( %&d( %&d( %&h( %&h( INTERSTATE 694 INTERSTATE 694 ?ÖA@ )m )m HIG H W A Y 10 ?÷A@?÷A@COUNTY ROA D 9 6 W COU N TY ROA D 9 6 W ABEL E ST (P rivate) T O D D D R (P r i v a t e ) TODD DR (P rivate) PRIOR AV E N (P ri v a t e ) L I S A L N (P r i v a t e ) LISA CT (Private) P R I O R C T (P r i v a t e ) T O D D D R ( P r i v a t e ) P R I O R A V E N (P r i v a t e ) )m COU N TY ROA D I W COU N TY ROA D I W L E X I N G T O N A V E N L E X I N G T O N A V E N KNOLL DR V I S T A C T DA WN CIR E COLLEE N A V E A R D E N V I E W DR COU N TY ROA D F W I N N O V A T I O N W A Y (P r i v a t e ) F E R N W O O D S T PLEA SA N T D R AMBLE DR COU N TY ROA D 9 6 W L E X I N G T O N A V E N L E X I N G T O N A V E N D R CT BOS TON S CI ENTI FIC DR (Pri vate) B E T H E L D R BETHEL DR COUNTY ROAD E W L E X I N G T O N A V E N B E N T O N W A Y AVE IN GER SON R D A V E N W O O D R D COUNTY ROAD E H A M L I N E A V E N H A M L I N E A V E N P r i v a t e K A T I E L N KE ITH SON D R A L H I L L S D R The zoning dis trict designations represented on this map correspond to the City of Arden Hills offic ial Zoning M ap. Questions conc erning the Zoning M ap s hould be directed to City Hall. Zoning designations are subject to change. Pl ease refer to the Zoning Code for complete inform ation. Adopted: April 12, 1993 Printed: May 7, 2015 Zoning Map ¯ 0 10.5 Miles R-1 - Single Family Residen tial District R-2 - Single & Two Family Residential District R-3 - Townhouse & Low Density Multiple Dwelling District R-4 - M ultiple Dwelling District M -R - Mixe d Residential Distr ict B-1 - Limited Business District B-2 - Gen eral Business District B-3 - Service Business Distr ict B-4 - Retail Center Dist rict M -B - Mixed Business District N-B - N eigborhood Business District C-C - C ivic Center District G-B - Gateway Business I-1 - Limited Industrial Distr ict I-2 - G eneral Industr ial District I-FLE X Distr ict PO S - Parks and Open Space District CD - C onservation Distr ict Railroad Right-of-Way WATE R May 27, 2015 Town Center Neighborhood Transition Neighborhood 1 Neighborhood 2 Neighborhood 3 Neighborhood 4 Gateway Overlay Pedestrian Priority Frontage Pedestrian Friendly Frontage Civic/Open Space Oce Mixed Use Flex Business Water Infrastructure Campus Commercial Mixed Use Retail Required Open Space Attachment 1 TCAAP REGULATING PLAN Maximum Density and Estimated Yield Councilmember Holden Request Maximum Density Alternate Land Use Plan May 26, 2015 Zone Maximum Gross Density Acreage Maximum Units NB-1 2.5 11.5 29 NB-2 4 23.3 93 NB-3 6.75 4.7 32 Subtotal 39.5 154 NB-2 4 30.0 120 NB-3 6.75 16.1 109 NB-4 8 16.1 129 Subtotal 62.2 357 NB-3 6.75 15.0 101 NT 15 24.6 369 TC 45 10.0 450 Subtotal 49.6 920 Total 151.3 1431 Based on a 95% efficiency development yield, the above land use plan scenario would result in 1,359 units. 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