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.06/20/96 11iU 15.51 FAA <br />PLANNING & ZONING BOARD <br />JUNE 12, 1996 <br />y-+� L11vV LAAtJ culla <br />Mr. Wessel stated that this land is zoned General Business and no other business candidates <br />have made a proposal. It is a difficult parcel because it is split by wetland, and the parcel off <br />Aqua Lane is somewhat removed. EDAB is concerned about protecting current land uses <br />until the Comprehensive Plan review is complete and a design for the whole area can be <br />developed. A decision to consolidate should be made by the community as well as public <br />officials. <br />Mr. Johnson asked if this development would attractother kinds of businesses to locate close <br />to the landing site. <br />Mr. Hanson responded that it would be a possibility.. He has an inquiry about space from a <br />company in Anoka that is recognized as the premier plane engine rebuilder. The issue of <br />generating the same tax dollars as General Business zoning is addressed by the fact that the <br />land has been vacant for a number of years generating no tax dollars. His project will be bulk <br />within the next year and will bring tax dollars to the City. <br />Mr. Wessel stated that he can understand the Zoning. Board's position to deem this project <br />appropriate for the site. He noted an earlier meeting of interested parties, including Mr. <br />Hokanson and Mr. Hanson, that was held to consider a study of land use designations for the <br />area : The decasion of the group was to not pursue a study. It would have been helpfiil now <br />in reviewing a specific proposal. <br />Mr. Herr noted that for the project to move forward, approval of a Comprehensive Plan <br />amendment is needed. <br />Mr. Kermis stated that the amendment is a minor one. The Metropolitan Council will only <br />respond if there is a problem. <br />Mr. Herr asked if utilities are installed on Aqua Lane. <br />Ms. Wyland answered, yes. <br />Qty Engineer Ahrens added that the utilities were put in when the Marshan Townhomes were <br />built. This property was then stubbed. If business development is considered in the area, <br />Aqua Lane could support a business lice Mr. Hanson's. It could not support a business that <br />uses semi trucks. <br />Mr_ Dunn asked how long Mr. Hanson has been in business. <br />Mr_ Hanson answered, since the 1960's. <br />16 <br />