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Planning Commission May 8,2001 Page 9 • Commissioner Baker stated that he would like to receive input on the proposed revision from other developers interested in doing projects in Elk River. He stated that he does not want economics to be the primary consideration in allowing the use of concrete tip-up panels. Pat Dwyer, stated that he was president of the EDA when the Business Park zoning district was first proposed. Concrete tip-up panel construction was included in the business park standards, as a preferred material to metal-skinned construction. He stated that the type of building being proposed by Brookstone is what the EDA had in mind. He cautioned that the market only supports a certain amount of rent. If they were to go overboard in demanding that expensive building materials be used, they would be placing the City's business parks at a disadvantage in comparison to surrounding communities. He felt that it is not the City's intent to put developers in such a position that it is economically unfeasible to build in Elk River. Mr. Gleekel stated that staff could review the proposed revisions with other developers to obtain their input. Ms. McPherson stated that Ms. Mehelich could arrange for review by other groups they have been working with. Ms. McPherson stated that she was in favor of requiring a percentage in the ordinance. A developer's architect would be able to provide a breakdown for staff. • Commissioner Baker stated that he did not feel it is the City's intent to restrict creative design. Councilmember Tveite cautioned that the City should keep in mind that there will be developers that will submit the bare minimum requirements and they need to be sure that the minimum standards are acceptable. Mr. Martens stated that the existing ordinance would allow a solid wall of rock- face block with flat windows, no protrusions, and no recessed entries. He felt the buildings which were shown on the video ranged from a low of 15%to a high of 40-50%in supporting materials. Mr. Marten stated he had no problem with establishing a percentage, but he did feel that establishing a long list of design criteria would not accomplish their goal. Commissioner Franz asked if the pre-cast panels can be painted. Mr. Martens stated yes. Chair Pederson stated that he was open to looking at pre-cast concrete tip-up panels, but he had a problem with a developer proposing an ordinance. Ms. McPherson stated that the developer was asked by staff to suggest language for an ordinance amendment. She stated explained that staff will get other input, revise if appropriate, and bring the ordinance amendment back to the Commission. Chair Pederson stated that the City does have the right to set design standards. • He asked how long ago the Business Park District was established. Ms. McPherson stated that it was approximately 7 years ago. Chair Pederson stated that things