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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 13, 1999 Duray asked about traffic on Rice Street, Ficek reported that they have given the traffic issue some thought and are aware that they must be careful with the grades from Rice Street down through the property. Montour reported that he supported the concept of townoffices, but would recommend that the buildings front on Rice Street with parking in the back. Montour was concerned that people traveling on Rice Street would see a row of cars from the street. Ficek pointed out that the elevation of the parking lot would be six to eight feet below Rice Street. The City Planner reported that the City has received a letter from MIN DOT that indicates that they will allow one access to Rice Street for this project. Ficek replied that he would work with the State, County, and City on this issue. With regard to Montour's suggestion that the buildings be located adjacent to Rice Street with parking in the back, the Planner suggested that it may be worthwhile, but this may not be the concept the developer wants. Keis pointed out that this is one of the last vacant properties on Rice Street, and asked if architectural guidelines come into play. The Planner replied that architectural guidelines would have to be followed. There will be some brick required for the exterior of the building as well as some exterior detail work. However, the architectural requirements are not as detailed as they are in the Rice Street/Little Canada Road area. Mr. Montour recommended approval of the DaVern townoffice concept proposed for the St. Paul Board of Water Commissioners' Rice Street property with the suggestion that the developer work with the City Planner to determine if there are any layout alternatives for the site. Motion seconded by Keis. Motion carried 7 — 0. CONCEPT — Mr. George LeTendre, representing Ron Palmen, appeared before the PALMEN Commission requesting concept approval of the Palmen Overlook OVERLOOK Addition. LeTendre reviewed the City Engineer's memo dated May 13th ADDITION which lays out the issues of length of the cul -de -sac and roadway design, design of utilities, and the wetland relative to the Watershed District. LeTendre also reported that the Parks & Recreation Commission have discussed the concept on two different occasions, and have not yet made a Page 11