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Request for Council Action
Prepared By:
Meagan Beekman
Council Meeting Date: May 11, 2009
Approve Planning Case 09-005 and the Site Plan Agreement for a Site Plan Review and
Variance for Northwestern College at 3003 Snelling Avenue Based on the Findings of Fact
and the Submitted Plans as Amended by the Twenty Conditions in the May 11, 2009,
Memo to the Cit Council.
Budgeted Amount: Actual Amount: Funding Source:
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Recommendation:
Approve Planning Case 09-005 and the Site Plan Agreement for a Site Plan Review and
Variance for Northwestern College at 3003 Snelling Avenue Based on the Findings of Fact and
the Submitted Plans as Amended by the Twenty Conditions in the May 11, 2009, Memo to the
City Council.
Supportin!! Documents:
1. May 11 th memo from Meagan Beekman
2. April 8, 2009, Draft Planning Commission Minutes
3. Site Plan Agreement
4. April 8, 2009, Report to the Planning Commission - http://www.ci.arden-hills.mn.us
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MEMORANDUM
DA TE:
May 11,2009
TO:
Mayor and City Council Members
Meagan Beekman, City Planner v.f!::>
FROM:
SUBJECT: PC #: 09-005
Northwestern College, Brian Humphries
Site Plan Review
3003 Snelling Avenue
Requested Action
Consider a Motion to Approve Planning Case 09-005 and the Site Plan Agreement for a Site Plan
Review and Variance for Northwestern College at 3003 Snelling Avenue Based on the Findings
of Fact and the Submitted Plans as Amended by the Twenty Conditions in the May 11, 2009,
Memo to the City Council.
Back2round
The applicant is proposing to construct the Northwestern College Community Life Commons
(CLC), a two-story, 70,639 square foot building that would include food service, copy center,
bookstore, offices, classrooms, and a prayer chapel (Attachment C). An underground
passageway would connect the building with Riley Hall to the southeast and Nazareth Hall to the
west. The structure would be LEED certified, though the level of certification was not
established at the time of this report. The height of the majority of the structure would be
between 28 and 42 feet; however, the highest point of the building would be approximately 48
feet measured from an attached prayer tower. There is a 35-foot height limit in the R-l Zoning
District. The campus green adjacent to the Community Life Commons would be renovated as
part of the project, which includes landscaping a total area of 174,240 square feet. Finally, an
additional 480 square feet will also be added to Nazareth Hall containing a 100 square foot
elevator shaft. The elevator is necessary to make the building fully accessible.
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Northwestern College operates under a Master Planned Unit Development (PUD) that was
approved by the City in Planning Case #06-037. Construction projects and changes to the
campus that are substantially consistent with the approved Master PUD require only a site plan
review with the Planning Commission and City Council prior to implementation. However, the
Master PUD also requires Northwestern College to comply with all provisions of the Zoning
Code unless ..a variance is granted. This is the second application to go before the Planning
Commission and City Council since the Master PUD was approved on October 29, .2007. The
prior (Planning Case #08-006) was a site plan review for Phase I of the Master Plan for the
construction of a ring road and parking spaces in three places throughout the Northwestern
College campus, replacing an existing access road and parking lot that would be removed by the
construction of this project (Phase II).
The applicant has submitted a narrative describing the project, a site plan, utility and grading
plans, landscaping and tree removal plans, architectural elevations of the future parking
structure, and renderings of the proposed landscaping (Attachment C).
Buildio2 Official and Fire Marshal Review
The Fire Marshal expressed concerns about access to the front side of buildings along the
campus green, noting that any such access roads or paved surfaces must meet specific size and
weight bearing requirements. The applicant is aware of this requirement and is working with the
Fire Marshal to meet it. Condition 8 has been added that will require the Fire Marshal and
Building Official to approve any fire access solution prior to the issuance of any building
permits. While this change may impact the impervious surface coverage on the site, it is not
anticipated to increase the coverage beyond the 35 percent maximum.
Findin2S of Fact
The Planning Commission offers the following twenty-two findings of fact for the Northwestern
College Site Plan Review for the City Council's consideration:
General Findings:
1. The Proposed location of the Community Life Commons is in conformance with the
approved Master Plan.
2. Community Life Commons will be two stories and include 70,639 square feet of space.
3. The proposed use of the building is in conformance with the R-1 Zoning District.
4. The adjacent campus green will consist of 174,240 square feet of landscaped space.
5. The loss of parking spaces and an access road as part of this project is included in the
approved Master PUD Plan (Planning Case #06-037) and was previously replaced with
the construction of a campus ring road and additional parking spaces (Planning Case #08-
006).
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6. An additional 425 square feet containing an elevator shaft will be added to Nazareth Hall
to bring the building in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
7. Community Life Commons and campus green meets all setback and lot coverage
requirements for the R-l Zoning District.
8. The height of the Community Life Commons' prayer tower is 47 feet ten inches, which
exceeds the height limit of 35 feet for the R-l Zoning District.
9. The heights of the Community Life Commons' three pavilions range in height between
40 and 42 feet.
On the Site Plan Review:
10. In accordance with the PUD Master Plan, any deviations from the regulations and
standards must be approved through a variance.
11. The project will meet all setbacks from the Ordinary High Water Mark (OHW) of Lake
Johanna and Little Lake Johanna.
12. The project will meet all required property setbacks.
13. Community Life Commons exceeds the height limit for the R-l Zoning District,
requiring a height variance.
14. There will be no external lights used on Community Life Commons. Lights internal to
the building and the pedestrian lights on the campus green will not shine on adjacent
properties.
15. The project will reduce overall impervious surface coverage on the Arden Hills portion of
campus by 23,948 square feet.
16. The project will remove 702 total caliper inches of significant trees from the campus
within the construction area. The replacement planting of 300 caliper inches meets the
City's tree preservation ordinance.
17. The project will utilize a storm water drainage pipe and underground infiltration basin
constructed in Phase I (Planning Case #08-006), and will reduce overall runoff through
net decreases in impervious surface coverage.
18. Community Life Commons will be LEED certified.
On the Height Variance:
19. Community Life Commons will have fire sprinklers and all adjoining buildings will have
sprinkler coverage in conjunction with this project.
20. The project would be screened by trees from adjacent properties and Lake Johanna, not
impacting scenic views.
21. Community Life Commons would have a floor area ratio under 0.5 and would not cause
the campus to meet or exceed an overall floor area ratio of 0.5.
22. Community Life Commons meets the setback requirements from adjacent Nazareth Hall
as calculated by Section 1325.03 Subd 3.C.4. At its closest point, the average of the
height of the two buildings (35.5 feet) is less than the distance (38 feet) between them.
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Recommendation
The Planning Commission reviewed Planning Case 09-005 and unanimously recommends
approval (5-0) of the Site Plan Review and Variance based on the findings of fact and the
submitted plans as amended by the following twenty conditions:
1. The applicant shall continue to abide by the conditions of all previous permits and
reVIews.
2. The project shall be completed in accordance with the plans submitted as amended by
the conditions of approval. Any significant changes to these plans, as determined by
the City Planner, shall require review and approval by the Planning Commission and
City Council.
3. A Site Plan Agreement, drafted by the City Attorney, shall be subject to City Council
approval and signed by the property owner prior to any work being done on the site.
4. The applicant shall submit a financial surety in a form acceptable to the City Attorney
for 125 percent of the cost of materials and installation of the landscaping plan prior
to the City issuing any permits. The City shall retain the financial surety for at least
two year after full implementation of the landscaping plan. The financial surety shall
only be released upon successful inspection of the landscaping by the City Planner,
which shall only occur during the growing season.
5. A temporary fence shall be placed between the construction area and the trees that are
to be retained on drawing L200. The fence shall be subject to City Planner inspection
and shall be in place prior to the issuance of any building permits. The fence shall be
maintained and shall not be removed without City Planner approval.
6. If any of the retained trees on drawing L200 are removed or damaged by any natural
or manmade force prior to Staffs final inspection of the fully implemented
landscaping plan, Northwestern College shall replace 125 percent of the removed
caliper inches of trees. The replacement vegetation shall be subject to City Planner
and City Forester review and approval.
7. The plans shall be subject to City Engineer review and approval prior to any site
preparation and the execution of the Site Plan Agreement. The applicant shall comply
with any conditions set by the City Engineer.
8. A fire apparatus road shall be provided to Nazareth Hall and Riley Hall, subject to the
approval of the Fire Marshal and City Planner.
9. The applicant shall verify the location of hydrants on the northeastern side of the
structure.
10. The loading dock for Community Life Commons shall be properly screened so as to
not be visible from adjacent properties. Garbage and delivery trucks shall be
prohibited to the Community Life Commons between the hours of 7:00 pm and 7:00
am.
11. The loading dock lighting shall not be permitted to be in use when the loading dock is
not in use.
12. If sound amplifying equipment is used on the campus green it shall be directed away
from neighboring residential properties. Activities on the campus green, in
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accordance with the approved PUD, shall not extend past 9 pm, except once per
semester when they can extend until 10 pm. Upon completion of the project the City
may require additional sound mitigation measures to further reduce or eliminate noise
impacts from the site if the City finds that noise generated from the site is causing a
nuisance. If any complaints regarding noise are made to the City, the applicant shall
be responsible for providing decibel measurements from the property line.
13. A seven foot six inch fence shall be constructed to screen the loading dock from
adjacent residential properties.
14. Upon completion of the project, the City may require additional vegetation, berming,
fencing, and/or other types of screening to further reduce or eliminate light from the
site if the City finds that the lighting is not in conformance with the approved Master
PUD.
15. The applicant shall obtain all necessary permits, including, but not limited to,
NPDES, Rice Creek Watershed District, Ramsey County and City Erosion Control
. permits, prior to the execution of the Site Plan Agreement.
16. Northwestern College shall continue to be responsible for regular maintenance of the
underground infiltration basin.
17. Any direct, untreated pipe discharges into Lake Johanna and Little Lake Johanna
located within this phase's construction limits shall be eliminated. The remaining
direct, untreated discharges shall be eliminated in subsequent phases.
18. The City of Roseville shall receive a set of plans for review.
19. The applicant shall supply the required number of ADA accessible parking spaces
prior to the issuance of the occupancy permit for the University Commons.
20. The applicant shall supply the City with as-built plans upon completion of
construction.
Options
1. Approve the proposal as submitted.
2. Approve the proposal with conditions.
3. Deny the application with reasons for denial. If the City denies the petitioners request, "... it
must state in writing the reasons for the denial at the time it denies the request. "
4. Table for additional information.
Deadline for A2encv Actions
The City of Arden Hills received the completed application for this request on March 19, 2009.
Pursuant to Minnesota State Statue, the City must act on this request by May 18, 2009 (60 days),
unless the city provides the petitioner with written reasons for and additional 60 day review
period. The City may, with the consent of the applicant, extend the review period beyond the
initial 120 days.
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Attachments
A - April 8, 2009, Draft Planning Commission Minutes
B - Site Plan Agreement
C - April 8, 2009, Report to the Planning Commission - http://www.ci.arden-hills.mn.us
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Attachment A
Draft Planning Commission
Meeting Minutes
From April 8, 2009
May II, 2009, City Council Meeting
Draft Planning Commission Minutes - April 8, 2009
Plannine: Case 09-005: Site Plan Review: Northwestern Collee:e
City Planner Beekman presented the application and stated that the applicant is
proposing to construct the Northwestern College Community Life Commons, a
two-story, 70,639 square foot building that would include food service, copy
center, bookstore, offices, classrooms, and a prayer chapel. An underground
passageway would connect the building with Riley Hall to the southeast and
Nazareth Hall to the west. The structure would be LEED certified, though the
level of certification was not established at the time of this report. The height of
the majority of the structure would be between 28 and 42 feet; however, the
highest point of the building would be approximately 48 feet measured from an
attached prayer tower. There is a 35-foot height limit in the R-l Zoning District.
The campus green adjacent to the Community Life Commons would be renovated
as part of the project, which includes landscaping a total area of 174,240 square
feet. Finally, an additional 480 square feet will also be added to Nazareth Hall
containing a 100 square foot elevator shaft. The elevator is necessary to make the
building fully accessible.
City Planner Beekman advised that Northwestern College operates under a Master
Planned Unit Development (PUD) that was approved by the City in Planning
Case #06-037. The Master PUD also requires Northwestern College to comply
with all provisions of the Zoning Code unless a variance is granted. This is the
second application to go before the Planning Commission and City Council since
the Master PUD was approved on October 29, 2007. The prior (Planning Case
#08-006) was a site plan review for Phase I of the Master Plan for the
construction of a ring road and parking spaces in three places throughout the
Northwestern College campus, replacing an existing access road and parking lot
that would be removed by the construction of this project (Phase II). The
applicant also submitted a photometrics plan that was not received in time to be
included in the packet.
City Planner Beekman displayed a computerized presentation pointing out where
the improvements would take place. She advised that based on resident concern
with noise, staff felt that Condition 12 should be amended. Staff recommended
approval of the request subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall continue to abide by the conditions of all previous permits
and reviews.
2. The project shall be completed in accordance with the plans submitted as
amended by the conditions of approval. Any significant changes to these
plans, as determined by the City Planner, shall require review and approval by
the Planning Commission and City Council.
3. A Site Plan Agreement, drafted by the City Attorney, shall be subject to City
Council approval and signed by the property owner prior to any work being
done on the site.
4. The applicant shall submit a financial surety in a form acceptable to the City
Attorney for 125 percent of the cost of materials and installation of the
landscaping plan prior to the City issuing any permits. The City shall retain
the financial surety for at least two year after full implementation of the
landscaping plan. The financial surety shall only be released upon successful
inspection of the landscaping by the City Planner, which shall only occur
during the growing season.
5. A temporary fence shall be placed between the construction area and the trees
that are to be retained on drawing L200 in Attachment E. The fence shall be
subject to City Planner inspection and shall be in place prior to the issuance of
any building permits. The fence shall be maintained and shall not be removed
without City Planner approval.
6. If any of the retained trees on drawing L200 in Attachment E are removed or
damaged by any natural or manmade force prior to Staff's final inspection of
the fully implemented landscaping plan, Northwestern College shall replace
125 percent of the removed caliper inches of trees. The replacement
vegetation shall be subject to City Planner and City Forester review and
approval.
7. The plans shall be subject to City Engineer review and approval prior to any
site preparation and the execution of the Site Plan Agreement. The applicant
shall comply with any conditions set by the City Engineer.
8. A fire apparatus road shall be provided to Nazareth Hall and Riley Hall,
subject to the approval of the Fire Marshal and City Planner.
9. The applicant shall verify the location of hydrants on the northeastern side of
the structure.
10. The loading dock for Community Life Commons will be properly screened as
to not be visible from adjacent properties. Garbage and delivery trucks shall
be prohibited to the Community Life Commons between the hours of 6:00 pm
and 6:00 am.
11. The loading dock lighting shall not be permitted to be in use when the loading
dock is not in use.
12. If sound amplifying equipment is used on the campus green it shall be
directed away from neighboring residential properties. Activities on the
campus green shall not extend past 9 pm. The City may require additional
sound mitigation measures to further reduce or eliminate noise impacts from
the site.
13. A seven foot six inch fence shall be constructed to screen the loading dock
from adjacent residential properties.
14. Upon completion of the project, the City may require additional vegetation,
benning, fencing, and/or other types of screening to further reduce or
eliminate light from the site if the City finds that the lighting is not in
conformance with the approved Master PUD.
15. The applicant shall obtain all necessary permits, including, but not limited to,
NPDES, Rice Creek Watershed District, Ramsey County and City Erosion
Control permits, prior to the execution of the Site Plan Agreement.
16. Northwestern College shall continue to be responsible for regular maintenance
of the underground infiltration basin.
17. Any direct, untreated pipe discharges into Lake Johanna and Little Lake
Johanna located within this phase's construction limits shall be eliminated.
The remaining direct, untreated discharges shall be eliminated in subsequent
phases.
18. The City of Roseville shall receive a set of plans for review.
19. The applicant shall supply the required number of ADA accessible parking
spaces prior to the issuance of the occupancy permit for the University
Commons.
20. The applicant shall supply the City with as-built plans upon completion of
construction.
Chair Larson questioned the purpose of the campus green area and what activities
would occur on that space.
City Planner Beekman advised that occasionally a class may be held on the green,
as well as other outdoor activities such as Frisbee or touch football. She advised
that the campus held a meeting with adjacent residents in regard to the project,
and City Staffhad also met with neighbors of the campus. She advised that
although this was not a public hearing, notice was sent to the surrounding
residents of tonight's meeting. She advised that staff recommended approval of
the request.
Commissioner Reiff requested clarification to the amendment suggested to
Condition 12 in regard to whether the 9:00 p.m. time referred to amplified sound
equipment or all activities.
City Planner Beekman advised that sound amplification equipment could not be
used after 9:00 p.m. She advised that already listed in the PUD is the requirement
that no activities could be held on the campus green after 9:00 p.m., with the
exception of an extension until 10:00 p.m. once per semester.
Chair Larson clarified that the need for the variance is because the property is
zoned R-1, which is commonly used for schools and churches. He thought that
perhaps a zoning district should be created for this specific use to avoid the
common violations that they encounter.
City Planner Beekman advised that staffhad discussed that possibility.
Mr. Schroder, CFO of Northwestern, advised that common activities for the green
currently are frisbee, football, and occasional outdoor classes. He thought that
outdoor classes would occur more often with the addition of seating. He stated
that the outdoor activities for the students would remain a priority. He stated that
the extensions in time past 9:00 p.m. would be orientation in the fall, and
graduation in the spring.
Commissioner Reiff questioned if Mr. Schroder was comfortable with the
amendment to Condition 12.
Mr. Schroder requested that the two times permitted for an extension listed in the
PUD also be included in Condition 12.
Commissioner Holewa thought that Northwestern was a good member of the
community and the City and appreciated all the hard work that they do.
Commissioner Holewa moved, seconded by Commissioner Modesette, to
recommend approval of Planning Case 09-005, Site Plan Review for
Northwestern College, based on the 20 conditions in the April 8, 2009 Planning
Case report.
Commissioner Reiff moved, seconded by Commissioner Thompson, to amend the
motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 09-005, Site Plan Review for
Northwestern College, based on the 20 conditions in the April 8, 2009 Planning
Case report with Condition 12 amended to read: "If sound amplifying equipment
is used on the campus green it shall be directed away from neighboring residential
properties. Activities on the campus green shall not extend past 9 pm, except
once per semester when they can extend until 10 pm. Upon completion of the
project the City may require additional sound mitigation measures to further
reduce or eliminate noise impacts from the site if the City finds that noise
generated from the site is causing a nuisance."
Further discussion:
City Planner Beekman advised that members of the public would like to speak.
Chair Larson opened the floor for public comment.
Nancy Jacobson, 3188 Asbury, advised that her property faces the college. She
displayed a photo taken from her garage to show the view of the college. She
~ stated that the college does not have the same needs as the neighborhood and also
holds different activities. She did not support a change in zoning, as she believes
the restrictions allow for a better fit into the residential area. She stated that in
regard to Condition 12, she was still concerned with the college having audio or
visual displays until 9:00 p.m.. She was very concerned with additional noise
from the activities taking place on the campus green.
Barbara Unicell, 1574 Glen Hill Road, thanked the college for the trees that had
been planted to help shield the neighborhood. She thanked the college for also
replacing the trees that have died. She did not feel that the trees provided much of
a barrier.. She stated she had to keep her shades closed in the morning because of
the constant activity in that area. She was concerned with noise and lights. She
was also concerned with the expansion and was not in favor of changing the
zoning district for the college. She thought that there were reasons that the R-l
zoning should be kept.
Chair Larson clarified that it was merely a proposal and that nothing had been
seriously considered at this time.. He explained that there was not a great need to
rezone at this time and was something that was merely mentioned.
Barbara Unicell felt that the increase in height would affect the entire
neighborhood.. She saw a recurring pattern in the increase in size requests. She
thought although the situation was difficult it should be mutually beneficial.
The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
May 11, 2009, City Council Meeting
Attachment B
Site Plan Agreement
SITE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
NORTHWESTERN COLLEGE CAMPUS
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
P .C. FILE NO.: 09-005
1.0 Parties. This Site Development Agreement is dated the 11 th day of May, 2009,
and is entered into by and between the City of Arden Hills, a Minnesota
statutory city (the "City"), and Northwestern College, a Minnesota corporation,
its successors and assigns ("Northwestern College"), subject to the terms and
conditions contained herein.
2.0 Planned Unit Development Master Plan. On December 10, 2007, the Arden
Hills City Council approved a Plan Unit Development ("PUD") Master Plan for
the development for the Northwestern College Campus as contained in Arden
Hills Planning Case No. 06-037. Section 2.0(b )(3) of the PUD, provides that the
construction projects and changes to the campus that are substantially in
conformance with the PUD Master Plan shall only require -a site plan review by
the Planning Commission and the City Council.
3.0 Site Plan Review Application. On March 2, 2009, Northwestern College
("Applicant") submitted an application for a site plan review. On March 19,
2009 the application was deemed complete. The application included the
following drawings and schematics ("Plans") which are contained in Arden Hills
Planning Case File No. 09-005 and were prepared by Perkins & Will Architecture
Firm:
A. Cover Sheet and Drawing Index (G-OOO) dated January 13,2009.
B. Demolition Plan (C-100) dated January 13,2009.
C. Erosion Control Plan (C-200) dated January 13, 2009.
D. Grading and Drainage Plans (C-201-C-204) dated January 13,2009.
E. Paving Plan (C-301) dated January 13, 2009.
F. Landscape Site Plans (L-100-L-103) dated January 13, 2009.
G. Tree Preservation Plan (L-200) dated January 13, 2009.
H. Site Planting Plan (L-300-L-301) dated January 13, 2009.
I. Site Details (L-500-L-503) dated January 13, 2009.
J. Planting Details (L-600) dated January 13,2009.
K. Exterior ELevations (A-300-A-302) dated January 13, 2009.
L. Exterior Details (A-410-A-416) dated January 13,2009.
4.0 Site Plan Review/Approval. On April 8, 2009, the Arden Hills Planning
Commission reviewed the application, considered the recommendations of the
Arden Hills City staff, consultants and recommended approval of the
application subject to certain conditions. On May 11, 2009, the Arden Hills
City Council reviewed the application, the recommendations of the Arden Hills
staff, the Arden Hills consultants, the Arden Hills Planning Commission; and
approve the application for the development described herein subject to the
following conditions:
A. Conditions relating to site development:
1. The applicant shall continue to abide by the conditions of all previous
permits and reviews.
2. The project shall be completed in accordance with the plans
submitted as amended by the conditions of approval. Any significant
changes to these plans, as determined by the City Planner, shall
require review and approval by the Planning Commission and City
Council.
3. The applicant shall submit a financial surety in a form acceptable to
the City Attorney for 125 percent of the cost of materials and
installation of the landscaping plan prior to the City issuing any
permits. The City shall retain the financial surety for at least two year
after full implementation of the landscaping plan. The financial
surety shall only be released upon successful inspection of the
landscaping by the City Planner, which shall only occur during the
growing season.
4. A temporary fence shall be placed between the construction area and
the trees that are to be retained on drawing l200. The fence shall be
subject to City Planner inspection and shall be in place prior to the
issuance of any building permits. The fence shall be maintained and
shall not be removed without City Planner approval.
5. If any of the retained trees on drawing l200 are removed or damaged
by any natural or manmade force prior to Staff's final inspection of
the fully implemented landscaping plan, Northwestern College shall
replace 125 percent of the removed caliper inches of trees. The
replacement vegetation shall be subject to City Planner and City
Forester review and approval.
6. The plans shall be subject to City Engineer review and approval prior
to any site preparation and the execution of the Site Plan Agreement.
The applicant shall comply with any conditions set by the City
Engineer.
7. A fire apparatus road shall be provided to Nazareth Hall and Riley
Hall, subject to the approval of the Fire Marshal and City Planner.
8. The applicant shall verify the location of hydrants on the northeastern
side of the structure.
9. Any direct, untreated pipe discharges into lake Johanna and little
lake Johanna located within the construction limits located within the
2
above listed plans shall be eLiminated. The remalnlng direct,
untreated discharges shall be eliminated in subsequent phases.
10. The City of Roseville shall receive a set of plans for review.
11. The applicant shall supply the required number of ADA accessible
parking spaces prior to the issuance of the occupancy permit for the
University Commons.
12. The applicant shall obtain all necessary permits, including, but not
limited to, NPDES, Rice Creek Watershed District, Ramsey County and
City Erosion Control permits, prior to the execution of the Site Plan
Agreement.
B. Conditions relating to use of site:
1. The loading dock for Community Life Commons will be properly
screened as to not be visible from adjacent properties. Garbage and
delivery trucks shall be prohibited to the Community Life Commons
between the hours of 7:00 pm and 7:00 am.
2. The loading dock lighting shall not be permitted to be in use when the
loading dock is not in use.
3. If sound amplifying equipment is used on the campus green it shall be
directed away from neighboring residential properties. Activities on
the campus green, in accordance with the approved Master PUD, shall
not extend past 9 pm, except once per semester when they can
extend until 10 pm. Upon completion of the project the City may
require additional sound mitigation measures to further reduce or
eliminate noise impacts from the site if the City finds that noise
generated from the site is causing a nuisance. If any complaints
regarding noise are made to the City, the applicant shall be
responsible for providing decibel measurements from the property
line.
4. A seven foot six inch fence shall be constructed to screen the loading
dock from adjacent residential properties.
5. Upon completion of the project, the City may require additional
vegetation, berming, fencing, and/or other types of screening to
further reduce or eliminate light from the site if the City finds that
the lighting is not in conformance with the approved Master PUD.
6. Northwestern College shall continue to be responsible for regular
maintenance of the underground infiltration basin.
7. The applicant shall supply the City with as-built plans upon completion
of construction.
Dated: 11 th day of May, 2009.
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CITY OF ARDEN HillS,
a Minnesota statutory city
Stanley D. Harpstead,
MAYOR
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
) ss.
COUNTY OF )
On this 11 day of May, 2009, before me, a notary public within and for said
county, personally appeared Stanley Harpstead, to me known to be respectively the
Mayor of the City of Arden Hills, and they executed the foregoing instrument and
acknowledged that they executed the same by authority of and on behalf of the City
of Arden Hills.
Notary Public
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NORTHWESTERN COLLEGE, a Minnesota
corporation
By:
Printed Name:
Title:
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
) SSe
COUNTY OF )
On this day of , 2009, before me, a notary public
within and for said county, personally appeared ,
the of Northwestern College, a Minnesota corporation, on
behalf of the corporation.
Notary Public
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Attachment C
Report to the Planning Commission
From April 8, 2009.
Available online at:
http://www.ci.arden-hills.mn.us
May 11, 2009, City Council Meeting