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designed as 3 separate "row house" styled structures, a 3 and 4 story, 96 unit senior corporative, and a second phase of either 18 town homes or a 3 story, 30 unit condominium. The property, one large parcel, would be subdivided accordingly and be rezoned from its current designation of R-1 , Single Family Residence to Planned Unit Development with an underlying zoning of R-1 , Single Family Residence, R-3, General Residence District, and R- 6, Townhouse District. Mr. Paschke reviewed the site history, the actions that had taken place to lead to the proposal before the Planning Commission including review of the plan by the Development Review Committee and residents of the area. He discussed demographics of the City, the need for senior housing sites as well as proposed changes to the public infrastructure in the area with inclusion of a park site. He explained the new road and park systems as well as the extension to Terrace Drive. Thomas Paschke explained the three and four story wings of the 96 unit cooperative and the green areas and trails along the east side. The theme is intergenerational housing, consistent with the Arona Hamline Neighborhood Master Plan. There will be seven single family homes with unique setbacks for smaller homes on smaller lots. Mr. Paschke explained the west side proposed townhomes, 2 stories with decks and front porches. The senior cooperative (96 units) will be three to four stories and have underground parking with one-way drive- through parking. Thomas Paschke explained the Phase II option including either townhomes or a condominium. He detailed the parking requirements and proposed parking. Senior parking of 1.5 spaces per unit is adequate for the type of use. The traffic pattern can be expected to increase based on reports from the City's consulting engineers. Chair Duncan asked for pond improvement details. Thomas Paschke stated the pond will be expanded and improved aesthetically. The open space to the north is to be a City park. Site lighting will be created, using Excel decorative street lighting. The staff will work with the developer for details. The HVAC mechanical plan illustrates wall or ground mounted units that will be screened from view. Member Mulder asked for next steps; there would be Council consideration and approval of the Concept on March 31, then it would be forwarded to the HRA and Park Commission, and, then to Council for final approval. Member Traynor asked if the landscape plan was included in the packet and became a part of the Concept. (yes) Member Bakeman asked for clarification on the private street between the single family and the senior coop. Thomas Paschke explained the decision to support private streets for this small area including width, length, and garbage pickup and plowing through a private association. Five vehicles will have access. Member Bakeman asked who will maintain the park. The City will maintain the park as well as the pathways. The courtyard will be maintained by a homeowners association. Member Bakeman asked for details of the pathway extending into the adjoining properties and the Snelling Frontage Road. Brian Carey, United Properties, explained revisions to the site plan including reconfiguration of the three to four story building to create more green space. The planning process has been integrated with the neighborhood, parks and planning staff. The neighbors asked Mr. Carey to: 1) have clear park signage with ornamental fencing, 2) placement of a porta-pottie and a screen surround, and, 3) City's commitment to extend Terrace Drive and to direct construction traffic to Terrace Drive as soon as possible. Mr. Carey pointed out unique features. The project is a coalition of ten churches who are marketing the project to Roseville residents. There are 80 reservations - the vast majority from Roseville. United Properties is also working with the greater Metro Housing Corporation to turn senior existing ramblers into housing for younger families. Member Bakeman asked for trail connection from Terrace to the east side. Mr. Carey said the Park staff is working on rerouting the trails to less steep areas. Member Traynor asked for clarification of the detail on the concept. Mike Schneider, 1490 Centennial, thanked the developer, Planning Commission, City Council and staff for this project. It is a good project. He asked what has been approved in Phase II - what is approved (18 townhomes or 30 condo units). Thomas Paschke explained the details of review for these units. Mr. Schneider asked that Terrace Drive be the construction road for the new development. S. D. Forrester, 1482 Centennial, asked for details regarding a basketball court. Mr. Carey said he will work with neighbors and Park staff regarding design of the park basketball court. Mr. Forrester asked what the maximum height might be.