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COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 22, 1998 <br /> •�'� Planned Development Overlay for a shopping center at I-35W and Lake Drive. After much <br /> discussion,the Board indicated their approval of the shopping center concept with the <br /> understanding that revised plans and additional detail will be provided as development <br /> proceeded. The action tonight is to review the concept plan and obtain general consensus from <br /> the Council. Additional public hearings and detailed review of specific site plans will occur as <br /> development proceeds. <br /> Mr. Wessel explained that JADT Development Group, LLC, is requesting a planned <br /> development overly concept plan approval for a 144,500 square foot retail commercial <br /> development to the east and south of Lake Drive and 77th Street. The proposed development is <br /> to be a mix of retail, restaurant, and other commercial uses (i.e.,bank)within 11 buildings for the <br /> first phase of the development. A second phase is intended to occur to the ease of Phase I, <br /> although no plans have been formalized for that portion of development. The approximate 28.5 <br /> acre parcel is zoned SC, Shopping Center District. <br /> Mr. Tim Baylor, developer,came forward and stated that it has been a pleasure to work with the <br /> City staff of Lino Lakes. When the project began,they were just looking for a site for anew <br /> McDonald's store. The vision of Lino Lakes is much broader than anticipated. The group that <br /> has been appointed to put this project together is top quality. He stated that he believes the <br /> project is in the best interest of the City. The timing is good in regard to the growth potential of <br /> the City. Mr. Baylor stated that interest from retailers and developers is already being generated <br /> ,•� on this project. He noted that a civil firm had just been hired to assist in this project. <br /> Mr. Ron Krank, K. K. Architects, came forward and briefly discussed the architectural design of <br /> the project. He stated that K. K. Architects has much expertise in the design of shopping centers. <br /> Other projects they have developed include: Tamarack Village, Woodbury Village, Mall of <br /> America, Golden Valley Commons, McDonald's at Southtown Center, and the McDonald's at <br /> Miracle Mile Center. <br /> Mr. Krank stated that the project does include good visuals,traffic constraints, and the City <br /> vision of I-35W south. He indicated that the site layout with current road configuration led to <br /> dialog for the retail interest. <br /> Mr. Krank went over sketches for the proposed project. JDAT Development Group is proposing <br /> a large retail building with smaller shops that will include a grocery store, restaurant,bank, gas <br /> station, and drug store. They are proposing a series of small parking lots with common lighting <br /> and landscaping. <br /> Mr. Krank explained that the next step is to take the project to the market. The developers must <br /> take the concept to large retailers and test the concept. They will proceed with the next step if <br /> approval of the concept plan is received from the Council. <br /> Mr. Brixius stated that this is a very rough concept plan. A PDO will be necessary for flexibility. <br /> 1'01N He briefly went over the Issues Analysis of the concept plan. He stated that he recommends <br /> 8 <br />