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2 certification. TUV has indicated the proposed building would employ 55 persons. This property is located on the east side of Old Highway 8 NW within the New Brighton Exchange redevelopment area. The development will occur on property known as Block D, which consists of approximately four acres of land. This property is directly adjacent to the Old Miller Dump, where the City implemented a clean-up plan in 2008-2010, and is part of the former Butcher’s Spur rail line. While this property is not part of the dump and the rail road has been removed, its proximity to both the dump and former rail line creates the need to secure approvals from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency with regard to old railroad debris and soil gas (methane) migration sub- surface from the dump. Planning Director Gundlach reported the property is currently vacant and owned by the City of New Brighton. The Economic Development Commission and City Council have reviewed the general business terms with regard to TUV’s plans to purchase and develop this parcel. In addition to the land use approvals, the Council will separately execute a Private Contract for Redevelopment with TUV. The proposed timetable includes closing on the property in June and starting construction in July. The estimated build-out schedule (not including the expansion space) is just shy of 12 months. The Site Plan includes a 12,200 SF expansion space with additional surface parking. This is included for illustrative purposes only and would require a separate Site Plan and Planned Unit Development approval prior to construction. The purpose of depicting this on the Site Plan is to provide the Commission with a broader perspective of how Block D will appear fully developed. Staff recommends approval of the Preliminary and Final Plat of NEW BRIGHTON EXCHANGE 3RD ADDITION, approval of the Preliminary and Final Planned Unit Development, and approval of the proposed Site Plan, subject to the following conditions: 1. The property is developed in accordance with the Site Plan and Exterior Elevations and Perspectives dated 5/9/2017 attached to this report and incorporation of all changes noted herein. All other plans must be updated to reflect the Site Plan depicted on sheet C300 dated 5/9/2017. 2. Any changes to the plans will be considered in accordance with Zoning Code Section 7-260 and if considered “major amendments” will be required to be reviewed by the Planning Commission and City Council after holding a public hearing. 3. The applicant enters into a Planned Unit Development Declaration and a Subdivision Agreement prior to development of the site. 4. Construction must commence by August 1, 2017 (Commencement Date) and the development shall be completed by December 31, 2018 (Compliance Date). 5. Incorporation of the recommendations of the Interoffice Engineering Memo dated 5/11/2017 and the Public Safety Memo dated 5/10/2017, both attached to this report. 6. The Plat is subject to review and incorporation of the Ramsey County Surveyor’s comments. 7. Park dedication fees in the amount of $55,212 are due prior to the City releasing the plat for recording with Ramsey County. Dan Mueller, Ryan Companies, thanked staff for the thorough staff presentation. He stated he was excited to be working with the City of New Brighton and TUV SUD on this project. Commissioner Danger questioned what type of testing would be conducted at this facility. Mr. Mueller explained TUV SUD completed radio wave testing within large testing chambers. Commissioner Danger asked if any environmental sensitive materials were used in the testing chambers. Mr. Mueller did not believe this to be the case. Commissioner Jones inquired if the expansion space was for testing chambers or office space. Mr. Mueller anticipated there would be office and testing chamber space. Chairperson Nichols-Matkaiti questioned if the expansion space would impact the landscaping plan. Mr. Mueller believed the expansion would impact the landscaping plan. Planning Director Gundlach stated the