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Housing and Redevelopment Minutes Page 3 <br /> November 2,2020 <br /> ----------------------------- <br /> Chair Toth understands the request but doesn't want the HRA to pigeon-hole the project <br /> and would rather have developers come in with their experience and knowledge to outline <br /> what to consider. <br /> Commissioner Ovall explained this is a chicken and the egg scenario because developers are <br /> asking us what the city would like. He does not feel the developers would put out any firm <br /> guidance until the HRA provides some parameters. He asked Mr. Carlton if the area is <br /> currently zoned properly,knowing the Highway 10/169 redesign would affect the area, and <br /> having the Comprehensive Plan currently under review. <br /> Mr. Carlton stated the area would make a great commercial district and,in his opinion, <br /> thinks C-2 zoning is appropriate but current setback or design standards could be limiting <br /> and that would help inform developers. He felt some residential properties on the backside <br /> would be appropriate along with more office space or medical uses,but not fast-food <br /> establishments. <br /> Commissioner Eder asked about allowing m ti-family housing options. <br /> Mr. Carlton stated multi-family housing could come in different forms, or provide mixed <br /> uses in the same buildings, similar to Granite Shores. <br /> Commissioner Chuba stated parking would dictate what would be put in there, so the access <br /> into the area would be Td St. and he does not see residential fitting there and it also doesn't <br /> seem walkable with the railroad tracks and busy highways. He felt it should remain C-2 as <br /> the area is a destination. I off' <br /> Mr. Carlton stated the standards are different than in the Downtown District,noting this <br /> area after the Highway 169 Redefine will provide for a grade-separated pedestrian crossing <br /> and great trail and walkway connectivity,which is an important focus of the Mississippi <br /> Conn '4,flu Plan and alar er city goal. <br /> hair Toth asked if at this point should they worry about Highway 10 and the timing for <br /> construction work. <br /> Mr. Carlton stated he was not sure,but redesign of Highway 10 will be here before we know <br /> it, stating funding could be provided and the city should not be shortsighted by not <br /> considering that possibility of construction occurring sooner rather than later. <br /> Chair Toth stated the railroad would be a determining factor. <br /> Mr. Carlton stated the railroad would be an encumbrance. <br /> Commissioner Ovall asked if the zoning could change to allow for a setback change along <br /> Main Street. <br /> Mr. Carlton indicated a setback change would be allowed under a Planned Unit <br /> Development (PUD) or a variance request. Current setbacks are 20' from the front property <br /> line. <br />