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- 2 - r~r. Orliech indicated the the Highway Department has not found it necessary to consider a combined ~ystem at this Interchange. Mrs. Demos asked if a lower speed limit in the area would help to reduce the noise problem at least on a temporary basis. Mr. Orliech responded that Highway Department studies have found that this would not assist in solving the problem. Recommendation Mrs. Demos moved and Mr. V. Johnson seconded, that the study of noise level at the interchange of Highways 36, 280 and 35 W be laid over until the next regular Commission meeting. Roll Call, Ayes: Membrez, Demos, G. Johnson, V. Johnson and Pope. Nays: None Planning File 681 - Michels Construction request for rezoning from R-l to R-3A and special use permit for planned unit development at 1400 West County Road C-2 Presentation Mr. Joe Sommers, Attorney representing Michels Construction Company, indicated that the property is presently zoned R-l and consists of approximately 5.8 acres. The develop- ment will contain 54 apartment units and 28 townhouse units. Access from C-2 will be for 14 of the townhouses. Access for the remaining townhouses and apartment units will be off Centennial Drive. Mr. Sommers indicated that the approximate market rents and actual rents would be as follows: One Bedroom Two Bedroom Three Bedroom r~arket Rent $175. per mo. 195. per mo. 250 per mo. Actual Rent $115. per mo. 130. per mo. 165.per mo. Mr. Sommers indicated that there would be advantages to the Village if the proposed development were approved. 1. It would increase the supply of much needed moderate priced housing for residents of Rosevi11e and other areas. 2. It would comply with a policy of the Metropolitan Council that Roseville is a high priority community for the development of moderate income housing. 3. A local builder with established representation in the Village would be owner and manager of the project. Mr. Sommers stated that the real estate taxes for "236" Housing are one half of what would usually be pa id for the same development if it were not financed under the "236" program. Oi scussion Mr. Tom Carlson, 2896 Sheldon, asked what assurance the residents in the area had that the management would be good. Mr. Sommers indicated that Michels Construction Company intends to retain ownership of the development and will provide good management. Mr. Herb Urbaich, 1354 Judith, asked why this particular site was chosen when there are already so many apartments in the area. Mr. Jim Michels indicated that Michels Construction Company owned the property and felt that the proposed development would be appropriate for the area. Mr. John Rossi, 1369 Brenner Court, inquired if there were similar projects in the metro area. Mr. Sommers indicated that there are several located in St. Paul, plus others in suburban communities. Mr. Rossi also inquired as to what the social impact of this sort of development had been on the community as well as on the people who reside in the development.