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( 'FIRM 4GR0UND arghiteoture I planning I interior d®sign "Your well-built project begins and endures on Firm Ground" November 29, 2021 City of Elk River Planning Department Attn: Zack Carlton 13065 Orono Parkway Elk River, MN 55330 Detailed description/scope of project. What is being proposed? Emmanuel Christian Center is proposing to expand its Elk River campus by adding expanded classrooms and childcare facilities, as well as additional gathering and community space, and increased security functions, improved flow, and a more open and welcoming entry while maintaining the familiar character of the church, especially from the street side, and paving the way for future growth. The addition will expand classroom space to 2,000 square feet, and nursery space to 800 square feet, expanding the existing church's child -focused programming to 2800 square feet total. At an estimation of 35 square feet per child, the new addition will be able to accommodate 80 kids simultaneously. The nursery and classroom expansion is also designed to both improve the flow of traffic through the building, and increase the security, to provide a safe and contained space for the children of the church community. The expansion will also add a `Great Room' flexible community space that will be used for various church events, supplemental services, and as expanded child space, if more space for children is needed, or for larger child -focused group events. The addition to the church will also expand the lobby area, opening up the existing lobby to create a more inviting space, improving the entry experience, and increasing the potential for welcoming, gathering, and programming in this vital space. The bathroom facilities will be expanded and relocated to better comply with modern standards, separate the children's facilities from the adults, and accommodate the growing church community. Facilities such as a nursing mothers' room, and a dedicated volunteer room will also be added to create more comfortable spaces for those groups. This modest expansion to the church, will have a great impact on the church's ability to accommodate the growth of their community, as well as provide modern services and features to make the church a more comfortable and inviting space for all. How is the request consistent with City of Elk River Comprehensive Plan? The expansion of Emmanuel Christian Center's Elk River campus does not aim to alter the existing use of the site but rather to expand the campus' capabilities to offer services already offered by the church that are outgrowing the current facility's limited footprint. The goal is to accomplish this with minimal impact or disruption to surrounding communities. Firm Ground Architects 275 Market Street, Suite 368 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55405 612.819.1835 info@firmgroundae.com www.firmgroundae.com