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5.0 STAFF COMMENTS: 5.1 A planned unit development (PUD) is a zoning district which may include single or mixed uses, one or more lots or parcels, and is intended to create a more flexible, creative, efficient approach to the use of land. Roseville has used a PUD as the primary zoning tool in redevelopment projects. In so doing the City considers all standards and purposes of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan to achieve a maximum coordination between the proposed development and the surrounding uses, historic landmarks, the conservation of woodlands, ponding, wetlands, and the protection of health, safety and welfare of the community. 5.2 The PUD process also allows the City to consider the location of buildings, compatibility, parking areas, and other features with respect to the topography of the area and existing natural features. The City also reviews the efficiency, adequacy and safety of the proposed layout of internal streets and driveways, green space areas, location and screening of parking areas, and such other items the City may find to have a material bearing on the stated standards and objectives of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. 5.3 Staff has reviewed both proposals and prefers the initial General Concept Plan for the office building of March 4,2002. The building setback from the newly established property line along Lexington A venue of approximately 25-1/2 feet is more than adequate to provide the necessary pedestrian path and snow storage from both the street and path, with green areas of ten feet from curb to path and nine and a half feet from path to structure. The two-story proposal and its placement is pedestrian friendly, having eliminated on-site parking from the front and placing it behind the structure, hidden from view. This design is in keeping with vision for Lexington Avenue (pedestrian friendly) and the Comprehensive Plan. It is the first opportunity along Lexington Avenue to screen vehicles from the residential neighborhood by use of buildings. Also, the ten-foot setback from the newly established property line along Roselawn Avenue affords adequate snow storage and the placement of a pedestrian path with sufficient green area from curb to path and from path to structure. 5.4 In review of the supportive housing proposals, staff supports the revised version. This plan attempts to soften the impact the building will have on the adjacent (east) residential property, as well as provide for the required site ponding. The plan increases the setback from Roselawn Avenue from 20 feet to 27 feet. 5.5 It should be noted that the supportive housing structure is anticipated to be 37 feet tall, while the office structure is anticipated to be between 42 to 45 feet tall (dependant of rooftruss design). Although a 37 foot tall structure may be similar to other apartment buildings in the area, a 42 to 45 foot tall office structure will be the tallest structure along Lexington A venue and will continue the 1960's concept of parking at the front property line, even in residential districts. 5.6 City Staff recommends that the Planning Commission hold the public hearing and determine through public comment and testimony, and Commissioner preference, which proposal is best suited for the site. PF3224 - RPCA General Concept 050102 Page 3 of 4