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Planning Commission Page 8 August 28, 2018 ----------------------------- The Planning Commission discussed the proposed concept of a mini-storage facility and while they could see a need for additional storage options in the city, they wouldn’t support this area for a mini-storage facility due to the area being guided by the FAST study and currently zoned for high density residential. They also stated the proximity to the Mississippi River presented ecological challenges and the possible transportation changes along Highway 10 were guided by MnDOT. The Planning Commission also felt mini-storage units would appear out of place at this location and would not be appealing for people entering the city. Mr. Andersen then proposed an adjusted concept of high density residential housing as a primary use with a secondary use of storage units built within the housing so as to not be seen from the highway. He gave a few ideas regarding site plan layout and added green space. The Planning Commission stated they would be interested in seeing this type of plan and recommended they draw up this concept and submit it as soon as they were able. Pat Briggs stated to the Planning Commission that he has other properties in other cities that require his attention and requested the Planning Commission tell him up front if this type of project would qualify for 26-year Tax Increment Financing funding. He stated he would focus his attention on his other projects if this project wouldn’t qualify. The Planning Commission stated they could only recommend approval of any projects to the City Council if the project was consistent with the Comprehensive Plan as they would have no authority to recommend approval for any city funding. 9. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 8:12 p.m. Minutes prepared by Jennifer Green. ___________________ Tina Allard City Clerk __________________ Eric Johnson Planning Commission Chair