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Mounds View Planning Commission January 16, 2002 Regular Meeting Page 7 ________________________________________________________________________ Director Ericson indicated that the material used in the construction of the banners is very weather resistant. He also noted that he could not imagine that the Center would use a banner that would make the Center look rundown. Director Ericson indicated that Staff could talk to the Shopping Center to obtain the proposed sizes for the banners and do a presentation for the Commission before giving approval. Commissioner Miller asked how many light poles were in the parking lot. Planner Atkinson indicated he thought there were either four or five light poles. He then commented that the banners were not to be used for advertising. Commissioner Miller recommended starting with the size of the Mounds View banners. b. Acquisition of Tax Forfeited Property Located at 2935 Highway 10 Community Development Director Ericson apologized for the last minute report but noted that Staff had been asked by the City Attorney to present this matter to the Commission at this meeting. Director Ericson indicated that 2935 Highway 10 was a small piece of land established during the platting of Sherwood Estates to allow for a future subdivision. He indicated the developer of the property had attempted to sell the sliver of land to the adjoining property owner for a ridiculously high amount and the adjoining property owner was not interested. He further indicated that the piece had gone tax forfeit and the City Attorney is recommending that the City purchase the property and sell it to the adjoining land owner for the City’s cost. Director Ericson indicated the basis of review is whether or not this purchase would be in keeping with the Comprehensive Plan. He then noted that selling the sliver of land to the adjoining property owner would allow for a subdivision to create another housing unit and that would be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan for the area. Commissioner Miller asked how big the sliver of land was. Director Ericson indicated the sliver of land was a few hundred square feet and has no development potential on its own. Commissioner Hegland asked why the City was buying it only to make it available to the adjoining property owner. Director Ericson indicated the City is able to purchase the property for a very nominal amount. He then explained that by purchasing the property and selling it to the adjoining land owner the City would be enabling a subdivision which would bring park dedication fees and a new housing unit to the City.