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Mounds View Planning Commission June 7, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 34 Commissioner Thomas stated that many of the rambler style homes in the area have attached single-car garages that have not yet been updated, however, because there are similar conditions with regard to fence lines and setbacks, this would cause a severe hardship for these property owners in terms of expansion, and the requirements would be nearly impossible to meet on these lots. Planning Associate Ericson stated that any revisions that are made to the Code should not impact these individuals, and they must ensure that they do not create additional difficulties, which could make their situations worse. 8. Staff Reports / Items of Information A. Previous Council Actions Community Development Director Jopke stated that at the May 22nd City Council meeting, the Council approved four conditional use permits for oversized garages and sheds, which were recommended by the Planning Commission, including the conditional use permit for outdoor storage at Ace Supply Company. He stated that the Council was introduced to the Walgreens Planned Unit Development at the Work Session the previous Monday. He indicated there was also discussion pertaining to the Mermaid Hotel and Banquet Center project, and the Council gave preliminary approval to a Tax Increment Financing request by the Mermaid, and directed staff to continue the negotiation of the development agreement. He explained that the Planning Commission would ultimately be examining this proposal in terms of the land use issues, and staff anticipates that a Planned Unit Development application will be developed and brought forward on this project. He advised that the Council also indicated a consensus to approve some additions to the Tax Increment policy of the City. Community Development Director Jopke stated that another area of Council discussion pertains to the area at the north end of Greenfield Park. He explained that the Rice Creek Watershed District has indicated a desire to construct additional open water ponds in this area, and have asked if the City has an interest in pursuing this and if so, what their expectations would be. He stated that the Rice Creek Watershed District has approximately a half a million dollars that they are willing to contribute to this project, with the initial concept being open water ponds with some islands, as well as some walking trails around the ponding areas, most of which would be funded by the Watershed District. He stated that this proposal could potentially create a nice amenity in this area. Chairperson Peterson inquired if this was the area directly north of Greenfield Park. Community Development Director Jopke stated that this was correct, in addition to an area further to the south. Chairperson Peterson stated that a portion of this property is a right-of-way for a future roadway, and various park improvements have been proposed for development in this area. Community