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Planning & Zoning Board April 9, 1997 Page 22 future development to be compatible with the residential character of the neighborhood. Mr. Brixius stated that the process to identify land uses for these two districts was initiated in August of 1996, and the task force and City committees have been receptive. Numerous public meetings have been held. This public hearing is to make a final recommendation to the Council for adoption. Mr. Wessel stated that with City Council approval, this plan will be submitted to the Metropolitan Council. The process has included as much public participation as has ever been done in the City with over 100 people directly involved over the past several months. Districts I and II as presented were unanimously approved by the Comprehensive Task Force Committee. Mr. Gelbmann made a MOTION to close the public hearing at 9:55 p.m. and was supported by Ms. Dahl. The motion carried, 6 -0. Mr. Dunn stated that there remain a number of open issues where solutions are not defined, such as transportation. On page 7, paragraph 3, it states that the homes along 77th Street are zoned rural and permitted within the current zoning. This raises questions as to compatibility with the long range land use plan for the area. He further referred to page 12 reference to the land use relationship to single family residences north of 77th Street. Mr. Brixius explained that these are two different areas. The first reference is in the northwest quadrant currently zoned rural where there are a number of large unsewered lots that are used for residential use. Ultimately development south of 77th Street will not remain residential. As utilities become available, redevelopment into light industrial or commercial is anticipated. Therefore, ultimately the area would be rezoned for industrial uses. The area referred to on. page 12 is north of 77th Street, which is seen as an established neighborhood with smaller lots that deserve and need protection with a land use transition of medium density. Mr. Dunn asked if, with the approval of this amendment for Districts I and II, the Board is endorsing zoning changes for this area. Mr. Brixius answered, yes, that the Board would be making an ultimate decision on the future of the land use for this area. Mr. Herr asked if approving the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan is setting the stage for changing the zoning later. Mr. Brixius stated that the Comprehensive Plan and zoning should be consistent. Ultimately the area will be rezoned to be consistent with this amendment. • • •