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There would be 120 to 150 trips per day at off-peak hours. The architecture of the building was described. Mr. Concilla explained the decision to locate along Snelling was purposely made to provide a site close to families and activities in an established community. A video was shown of the recently (December 1999) opened Sunrise Home in Edina. Mr. Concilla noted that the proposed project is similar to the Edina site, adjacent to the residential area and a commercial area on the other site. Member Egli asked what the cost of living in these units would be ($55 to $155/day). Member Rhody asked for clarification - is it a senior market rate rental (yes). Craig Christenson, 2585 Wheeler, Chair of the James Addition Task Force, stated he generally supported the project as cost effective and was consistent with the Task Force recommendations. He recommended one way roads, joint parking for the park, and a pathway continuation from the current end of the path, down to the Oakcrest area. Craig Christenson also recommended berming and landscaping to deaden the sound. He also recommended rounding off the intersection of the frontage road with Oakcrest. Member Rhody asked if there was concern about building mass. Craig Christenson noted the building will be along the east side of the site and should not be a problem. Diane Harris, 2550 Snelling, expressed concern regarding traffic, height of building, and lighting. Mr. Concilla explained that the building is to be 41 feet in height, with residential lighting, meant to look like a house. There being no further comments from the public, Chair Klausing closed the hearing. Chair Klausing explained the past decisions of the Commission and expressed support, noting this project will be set as far from the neighborhood as possible and expressed the need to pay attention to lighting and building mass. Member Rhody explained he supported this concept and noted that this process has been solid, but has taken a lot of hard work. (The neighborhood planning process works.) Member Egli said she was impressed with the proposal; there are other unique buildings. It will be a landmark. Member Wilke liked the project, but expressed concern with the traffic - can this issue be resolved? Motion: Member Cunningham moved, seconded by Member Rhody, to offer a resolution to amend the Comprehensive Plan from LB (Limited Business) to HR (High Density Residential) [resolution attached]. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Motion carried. Motion: Member Cunningham moved, seconded by Member Rhody, to recommend approval of the Concept development plan for a residential planned unit development (RPUD) that allows the construction of a 79 unit, three story senior housing assisted care facility at 2555 Snelling Avenue, based on the findings as outlined in the staff report of January 12, 2000: 1. The City's Comprehensive Plan map designates this area for LB (Limited Business). The zoning of the site is B1 B (Limited Retail District) and B2 (Retail Business District). A Comprehensive land Use Plan amendment to HR (High Density Residential) and rezoning to R-3 (General Residence District) is necessary. The property to the west and east is zoned R-1 (Single Family Residential District) and includes existing residences; Rosebrook Park, also zoned R-1, lies to the north; and business uses zoned B1 (General Business District) and SC (Shopping Center District) lie to the south (see attached map). 2. The City's Comprehensive Plan text and the James Addition Neighborhood Task Force Report (1998) specifically indicates the southeast area of the James Addition neighborhood, should it redevelop, should be done in a more residentially compatible use. 3. In conjunction with the application for concept development plan approval, the following documents have been submitted and reviewed by staff in preparation of this report: a. Concept site and landscaping plan (01/04/00) b. Building elevation plans (12/28/99) c. Building floor plans (12/28/99) A complete utility, lighting, paving, grading, site, landscape, signage, and drainage plan must be submitted to and