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Approved plan envisioned a variety of uses, including residential, office and some retail. Over the last seven years, the market has demanded a development pattern slightly different from the original vision and the ordinance aims to correct those inconsistencies while preserving some of the pedestrian - friendly design elements envisioned as part of the original Framework Plan and Design Guidelines. City Planner Gundlach reported to date, only one project within the New Brighton Exchange redevelopment area was approved without the need for a Planned Unit Development (PUD), and thus conforming to the NWQ zoning district in its entirety. The PUD process has been used to approve projects that deviate in certain areas from the requirements of the NWQ zoning district. The main deviation has been building placement (which is covered under the Site Standards Section 6 -710). The PUD has been a useful tool in these instances since the goals of a PUD are somewhat similar to the NWQ Design Guidelines, primarily with regard to pedestrian friendly designs and enhanced landscaping and streetscapes. The proposed re -write is important so that future planners, owners, and redevelopers understand the parameters under which projects have been approved and will be evaluated in the future and help avoid continued reliance on the PUD. Staff recommends adoption of the Ordinance as drafted. Commissioner Deick asked if 1" Avenue NW adhered to fire safety issues given the fact it was now a dead -end. City Planner Gundlach stated 1" Avenue NW has a cul -de -sac that allows for full turn around movements for fire trucks and other public safety vehicles. She reported the roadway could be extended in the future. Chairperson Howard inquired if the CSI request would have been impacted in any way if this Ordinance was in place prior to their request. City Planner Gundlach explained a great deal of the Ordinance was drafted by staff with the CSI request in mind, but it was not finalized. For this reason, CSI moved forward with their PUD request. She did not believe the project would have changed much, except that a special use permit would have been required instead of a PUD. Motion by Commissioner McPherson, seconded by Commissioner Nichols - Matkaiti to close the Public Hearing. Approved 7 -0. Motion by Commissioner McPherson, seconded by Commissioner Banker, to approve staff recommendation. Approved 7 -0. Other Business: None. Adjournment: Motion by Commissioner McPherson, seconded by Commissioner Deick, to adjourn the meeting. 7 Ayes, 0 Nayes, Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:47 PM