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Mounds View Planning Commission July 21, 2021 Regular Meeting Page 4 ________________________________________________________________________ Commissioner Monn recommended the developer consider how the highway noise would impact the proposed units. Mr. Worthington stated he has built other units that were as close or closer to major freeways and noise has not been a concern. Commissioner Nelson discussed the proposed density for this development. Community Development Director Sevald commented the PUD would allow for increased density beyond City Code requirements. Commissioner Stevenson asked if staff was proposing to amend the Comp Plan to allow for 50 units per acre. Community Development Director Sevald discussed the different levels of density that have been proposed in recent projects and stated this change came about from these projects. Commissioner Nelson questioned how big the senior housing units would be. Mr. Worthington estimated the units would be 550 to 975 square feet in size. Commissioner Monn commented on the high demand for studio apartments in Mounds View. Mr. Worthington stated this was common within market rate apartments but noted the needs for senior housing was different. Commissioner Monn encouraged the developer to consider having meaningful greenspace on the outside of the building for the seniors to enjoy. She asked how much space there would be between the senior living building and BioClean. Community Development Director Sevald estimated there would be 100 feet between the two buildings. Commissioner Monn suggested the developer consider having decks on the senior housing units. Chair Rundle thanked the developer for his time. Community Development Director Sevald summarized the comments received from the Commission and noted this item would go before the City Council on Monday, July 26, 2021. 6. Reports A. Upcoming Planning Cases & Activity Community Development Director Sevald discussed upcoming planning cases with the Commission. He noted he had a variance request that would be coming to the Planning Commission on August 18, 2021. In addition, a concept plan may be coming forward. B. Staff Updates Community Development Director Sevald provided the Commission with an update from staff. He explained the AMC theater was getting close to reopening after being rebranded. He stated the Caribou Cabin would be going to the City Council for consideration on July 26, 2021.