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Consider Approval of Construction Plans - MetroPlains Development May 16, 2005 City Council Meeting Page 2 of3 (ill) the Construction Plans do not violate any applicable federal, State or local laws, ordinances, rules or regulations except as set forth in approved variances (provided, however, that a fInding of no such violations does not necessarily constitute a fInding that the Construction Plans meet all requirements of such federal, State or local laws, ordinances, rules or regulations). The review and approval of the Construction Plans is only a requirement as it relates to the Development Agreement and does not constitute review and approvals normally required from the city planning, zoning and building permit process. The Construction Plans substantially conform to the terms and conditions of the Development Agreement which requires the demolition and clearing of existing structures to construct approximately 68 units of owner-occupied housing and approximately 10,820 square feet of retail space, together with related parking facilities (The Bluffs of Elk River); and the construction of approximately 32 units of rental housing and approximately 13,000 square feet of retail space, together with related parking facilities (Jackson Place). The Construction Plans for The Bluffs of Elk River includes: . 67 units of owner-occupied housing . 11,000 square feet of retail space . 110 underground parking spaces The Construction Plans for Jackson Place includes: . 32 units of rental housing . 10,695 square feet of retail space . 44 underground parking spaces and 12 surface parking spaces The Construction Plans are consistent with the objectives of the attached Tax Increment Financing Development Program for the City of Elk River, namely to: . Increase employment opportunities by encouraging additional commercial development; . Preserve and enhance the tax base; . Preserve and enhance the quality of life; and, . Provide an impetus for residential development The Construction Plans appear to conform to applicable federal, State or local laws, ordinances, rules or regulations. The City's Planning Department has reviewed the plans for conformance with the Downtown District ordinance and other local ordinances. Planner Chris Leeseberg has written the attached memo regarding staff's review of the building design and suggested changes to the design of Jackson Place. The City Council should determine if the Developer should make these suggested changes. The remaining items before construction can begin are the approval of the fmal plats and issuance of the building permit. The fmal plats are scheduled to be considered by the Council at its June 6th meeting. The Construction Plans are currendy under review by the City's Building Inspections Department.