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Planning Commission <br />August 24, 2021 <br />Page 7 <br />surrounding communities. He noted the last year and a half showed the need for <br />spaces to gather and found those spaces in empty parking lots. <br />Chair Larson -Vito felt there is a real problem with having outdoor space available for <br />gatherings, especially for teenagers. She stated it wouldn't have to be in all <br />commercial districts either and it could be a recommendation in location. <br />Mr. Carlton stated it could be part of the PUD process and sets up that framework <br />or policy discussion. He stated this keeps the goals transparent to the developers and <br />shows the expectations. <br />Commissioner Keisling asked why there was a different approach in Chapter 4 and 5 <br />about the framework for reduction of fees for redevelopment of homes versus <br />spurring business development. <br />Mr. Carlton explained the fee structure for the residential redevelopment and funding <br />sources versus commercial development and stated there were funding sources for <br />business redevelopment and improvements. <br />Commissioner Rydberg discussed the inhibition of high fees that homeowners and <br />business owners face and felt that should be reviewed. <br />Mr. Carlton stated an action step could be added to review the fee structure for the <br />commercial development process, showing comparison with peer cities, and have it <br />reviewed by the city council. He stated sewer and water fees could also be discussed. <br />It was the consensus of the commission to add to the Economic Development <br />Implementation Action matric to review the fee structure for commercial <br />development. <br />Chair Larson -Vito asked about the possibility of reduction of park dedication fees if <br />implementing the "third places" concept. She felt it would eliminate the financial cost <br />for developers. <br />Mr. Carlton stated they could craft the ordinance or policy language to work towards <br />that. <br />Mr. Nolin stated it might be welcomed by developers because of the current trend in <br />retail with the market shift. <br />It was the consensus of the commission to ensure "third places" language is softened <br />to not take a hard line on requirements versus incentives; add potential strategy of <br />reduction in park dedication requirement as a potential incentive for including "third <br />place" amenities and include in Implementation Action matrix. <br />The commission reviewed Chapters 6 and 7 and had no recommendations for <br />changes. During discussion it was noted the trail connections as outlined in the Trails <br />t®,EAEI v <br />NATURE <br />