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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes June 15, 2004 Page 12 1 Mr. Pratt referenced the garage and the underground parking areas and reviewed the layout with 2 the Commission. He explained that they have provided garages within a garage for some of the 3 residents who want additional security when spending long periods of time away from home. He 4 indicated that the need for storage was a strong factor and request by those interested in the units. 5 He stated that the 13 floor plans have been included for the Commissioners review adding that 6 some of the larger homes would also include a sunroom, deck or porch option. He reviewed the 7 Community Room area and amenities with the Commission stating that they had initially 8 intended this building to be a single-story, one room community room. He stated that the 9 common area would go up a full two stories and would include a kitchenette, and an office for 10 the property management on the first floor with a workout area and library to be located on the 11 second floor. He reviewed the access points to the building with the Commission noting that the 12 building would be accessible from 39'' and the main courtyard area. He thanked the Commission 13 for their time and assured the Commission that they would have the color selections made prior 14 to their presentation to City Council. 15 16 Commissioner Jensen stated that it does appear that they are trying to provide assurance that 17 continuity and flow are key to the program. He stated that it is clear, by looking at the detail, that 18 there is a strong commitment to high quality homes. 19 20 Vice Chair Hanson asked if they have had any discussion regarding the possibilities of sharing 21 the pool. Mr. Pratt confirmed that he and Mr. Moorhouse have been in discussion regarding the 22 pool. He stated that they have discussed several options that would be workable and reviewed 23 with the Commission. He reviewed the project schedule with the Commission stating that it is 24 their objective to have the basement in for the office building by the August timeframe. 25 26 Motion by Commissioner Gray, second by Vice Chair Hanson to recommend to City Council the 27 approval of the final plat and site plan and that it is to be consistent with the Northwest Quadrant 28 Redevelopment Plan design guidelines for development and to ensure that the color of the 29 exterior materials matches the rest of the development and is consistent. 30 31 Motion carried unanimously. 32 33 X. PUBLIC INPUT. 34 35 Chris Huber, 3412 Silver Lake Road, stated that he has lived in St. Anthony Village for the past 36 38 years. He stated that he visited with Ms. Hall regarding the City electronic monument 37 signage adding that he is very pleased with the recommended location off 33`d and Silver Lake 38 Road. He noted that the northern location could have created some problems for residents along 39 that area and reviewed with the Commission. He stated that he has observed what has occurred 40 in this area this area for many years noting that the basic reason for their concern on the location 41 of the sign is because it could have been an additional intrusion in the area where he lives in 42 addition to the potential for danger because of visibility. He stated that the Commission has 43 made a very wise recommendation to City Council by recommending placement of the sign at 44 33`d and Silver Lake Road. 45 46 XI.ANNOUNCEMENTS.