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Medtronic Review October 5, 2005 Page 8 (5) The architectural design of the project is compatible with the surrounding area. The design of the proposed Medtronic building will likely be more extensive than of the surrounding office and industrial buildings. While definitely more significant than the other buildings in the area, the design will not be out of character or inconsistent with the other uses. (6) The drainage and utility system plans are submitted to and subject to the approval of the Director of Public Works/City Engineer. The drainage and utility system plans are being reviewed by Mounds View’s public works department and will be reviewed by Bonestroo Rosene Anderlik and Associates. In addition, Rice Creek Watershed District engineers will be reviewing the plans and will be making a recommendation to the watershed district’s Board of Commissioner’s regarding the wetland mitigation plans. The City Council will be considering the Wetland Alteration Permit in October. (7) The development schedule insures a logical development of the site which will protect the public interest and conserve land. The site will be developed in three phases—the first phase will include 820,000 square feet of office space in two eight-story buildings connected by skywalks and conference rooms. The parking for phase one will be provided in two areas—a three story ramp of 2100 stalls and a surface lot of 900 stalls. Phases two and three are logically planned for future development as dictated by the needs of Medtronic. (8) The development is in compliance with the requirements of Chapter 1010 and Titles 1200 and 1300 of this Code. Chapter 1010 of the Municipal Code relates to wetlands and wetland zoning. The development impacts a portion of one small wetland which will be mitigated to RCWD standards. Mitigation will also be provided for the relocated judicial ditch, which was identified as a wetland type area by RCWD engineers. Medtronic has applied for a permit consistent with the requirements and standards of Chapter 1010 which the Council will consider in October. Title 1200 refers to subdivisions and is addressed later in this report. Title 1300 relating to Flood Plain management will be addressed by Rice Creek Watershed District and the City’s consulting engineer prior to consideration of the wetland alteration permit. (9) Dwelling unit and accessory use requirements are in compliance with the district provisions in which the development is planned. There are no residential uses associated with this planned unit development. Accessory uses will be allowed and permitted which would be consistent with and supportive of the extensive workforce employed at this site. Accessory uses may include a day care facility, café, restaurant, dining area, education, retail, fitness area and a ballroom to support the primary office and lab space.