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this particular parcel in question tonight to R-3B which calls for townhome ownership <br />occupied arrangements as opposed to R3-A which is more conducive to apartments. <br /> <br />Council indicated to staff they should come to the Planning Commission and discuss the <br />zoning and the density issues. The site plan meets or exceeds all of the multi-family <br />design standards that were drafted by staff and approved and put into the code by the City <br />Council last year. Mr. Boylan shared some information about other similar projects the <br />builder has done in surrounding areas. <br /> <br />Kevin Locke, Community Development Director and Patrick Boylan responded to some <br />questions from the Planning Commissioners regarding the issue. Developer, Charles <br />Schultz and his partner Wade Clicke introduced Len Lampert, their architect to present <br />what is proposed. Of note, there will be 57 % green space and 16 % building coverage. <br />The architect explained the building reflects the spirit of redevelopment in New Brighton <br />with very traditional components. The architecht responded to questions from the <br />commissioners. After the presentation and question and answer discussion, the <br />concensus of the commissioners was positive for the development. The developer will <br />next bring it before the City Council in one week. <br /> <br />Next General Business item was Kevin Locke, Community Development Director, <br />presentation regarding the I-35W Corridor Coalition update. He identified the real goal <br />of the effort is to maintain the quality of life within the corridor as we face future growth <br />and maintain livability of our communities as well as accessibility and mobility. Mr. <br />Locke gave the history of the project, the current information available and what might <br />be planned for the future. Commissioners briefly discussed certain points and will <br />continue to be updated on this as time goes on. <br /> <br />Announcements and Updates – <br />None <br /> <br />ADJOURNMENT <br />The meeting adjourned at 9:14 p.m. <br /> <br /> <br /> _________________________________________ <br /> Patrick Boylan, Intermediate City Planner <br /> <br /> <br />