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///oma,,.,,,.' <br /> C Item 1. <br /> ti 61F ,G " a6 UltiF'7� 611°,� <br /> 9/12/2015 <br /> Project Overview <br /> Modern Construction of Minnesota, inc. <br /> Ecology Mixed use building <br /> General Overview <br /> Modern Construction of Minnesota inc (Modern) is proposing to develop and construct a state of the art <br /> mixed use building within the city of Elk River along the Mississippi River. This building will consist of <br /> rental apartments, commercial space, retail space, and underground parking and be built using some of <br /> the most advanced and sustainable construction materials and methods as outlined below. It is the goal <br /> of Modern to provide a safe, environmentally friendly living and working space for the residence and <br /> business of Elk River and show the state and nation that Elk River is the only place to raise a family, start <br /> a business, and truly be "Powered by Nature" <br /> Site Concept:. (see initial drawings) <br /> -3/4 Acre building pad site less future road expansion <br /> -11 Acre recreational site along the Mississippi to be co-developed into a city park/open area <br /> -Ability to connect to local and future regional trails, public transport, and pedestrian walkways <br /> -Landscaped using native prairie plantings, permeable surfaces, and minimal grass <br /> -Site work for future park entrance and parking garage on Yale ct <br /> Building Overview: (See initial sketch) <br /> -Create 90+ residential housing units of various size and price from studio to 3 bedroom <br /> -Create 12+ commercial/retail office spaces for lease with additional executive office spaces <br /> -Create a section of cohousing units (see below for details) <br /> -Provide underground and on street parking with trail and sidewalk access <br /> -Implement the latest green building technologies and practices as highlighted below <br /> -Provide access to sustainable, safe, and healthy food, water, and air as highlighted below <br /> -Foster a strong community around sustainable and peaceful co-habitation as highlighted below <br /> -Use the building as a successful proof of concept for further development in the FAST area that <br /> benefits both the city, the residents, and the environment ----financially and politically <br /> Green Building Initiatives: (full set of features still being determined) <br /> -Design the building to minimize waste, reduce site damage, and increase layout efficiencies <br /> -Minimize resource use during construction through recycling, project management, and reclamation <br /> -Provide 100% LED lighting for all exterior, interior, commercial, residential, and common space lighting <br /> -Use triple pane windows for all residential units and explore triple pane windows for commercial units <br /> I d e:,i .C`..un T ups LJ L.I i I J 11d 4 l. C t:r N" <br /> ;'7 <br />