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Planning Commission Minutes July 22. 1997 Page 3 . CONTINUE THE PUBLIC TO A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 1997, AT 5:00 P.M. CHAIR ANDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0. . Sherry Emmerson, Director of Operations for Guardian Angels of Elk River, Inc. was present to review a proposal for a mixed use PUD to be located northeast of the intersection of Highway 10 and Joplin Street. Ms. Emmerson explained a marketing study done by Health Planning and Management Resources indicates a need for 63 subsidized units and 52 private-pay units of senior assisted living housing. Ms. Emmerson indicated their proposal includes an area of neighborhood commercial to serve this community and includes a medical clinic. She felt the neighborhood commercial would provide a buffer from the heavy traffic on Highway 10. Ms. Emmerson indicated they have 42 names on file for assisted living and 17 names for the townhomes. They are currently facing challenges presented by the Shoreline Ordinance but felt they will be able to work with City in resolving these issues. Michael Trossen, Trossen Wright Architects. explained the proposed project will include townhomes along lake with chapel or community club house, a medical clinic. and 80 units of assisted living. The neighborhood commercial will consist of a minimum of 1 acre sites, including medical clinic, and is proposed as a buffer to the site. Access to the site was discussed. Mr. Trossen explained how the Shoreline ordinance breaks property into three tiers with each tier designating allowances for densities, number and size of units. Mr. Trossen indicated the assisted living units will be approximately 400-500 sq. ft. and the townhomes will be 1,000-1,200 sq. ft. Mr. Trossen felt the Shoreline Ordinance does not address senior housing, and felt there is a way the project can be done. Commissioner Sullivan questioned the age limits for townhouses. Ms. Emmerson indicated the townhomes will be restricted to persons age 55 and over. Commissioner Minton questioned whether or not Guardian Angels would operate and/or lease the neighborhood commercial property. Ms. Emmerson indicated the issue has not yet been decided. Commissioner Minton expressed his support for the medical clinic. . Steve Ach explained the Shoreline Ordinance was established by the DNR and was adopted for enforcement by the city in 199. Steve indicated staff will work with the DNR to allow flexibility in meeting the requirements of the Shoreline Ordinance. Steve noted in addition to the shoreline issues, there are issues