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-3- rather, the H.R.A. would primarily be concerned with the developers ' track records for the type of project proposed for St. Anthony as well as their financial capability for completing the project as proposed. Both firms had indicated they could be flexible within reason when it came to meeting the design guidelines proposed for the project. When Mr. Bjorklund inquired just what the Commission' s involvement in the final decision might be, Mr. Childs told him he perceives the Council believes the Commission' s official role would be to review the site design and traffic flows for the project and to recommend any zoning changes which might be necessary so the developer could be certain that adequate zoning was assured before the Redeveloper ' s Contract is signed. He added that he perceives it would take at least 60 days to complete the Planned Unit Development process which would include the Commission ' s consideration of the Plat Concept Plan as well as the setting of setback and design requirements necessary under the P.U.D. The Manager noted that the City has more flexibility under a P.U.D. to negotiate the changes which might be necessary to meet the needs of a project like this one. Mrs . Franzese recalled that during the interviews the Planning Consultant had indicated that, considering that 500 units had been proposed for a project site the size of this one , there could not be too many choices left but to go up with the buildings . Mr. Childs added, however, that he is certain the developers are fully cognizant of the City ' s concerns about the height of the buildings to be erected on the north site , but suggested the Commission members discuss any - design concerns so they can be included in the negotiations by the • Planning Consultant. He also believed it would be to the Commission members advantage to look at the Lakeshore Drive project in Richfield . There was some concern with the proposal to have parking ramps rather than underground parking, considering the age of the residents and Minnesota ' s climate . Mr. Bowerman was concerned that there might be a snow storage problem with one of the proposals and Mr. Jones said he liked Knutson' s placement of accesses directly across from each other on Kenzie Terrace . Considering the concerns of neighbors about the senior housing project previously approved for the north site, the Commission members were unsure whether it would be best to place the building or the parking and garbage access to the rear of that property. Mrs. Franzese said she was impressed with Knutson ' s willingness to set up a twenty-four hour security and management corporation for the buildings rather than just leaving it to the homeowners ' association. Mr. Jones liked the ponding element of one proposal and has seen these successfully developed in both Columbia Heights and New Brighton. Mr. Childs said he understood the other firm would be willing to provide similar amenities, including roof top recreational and gardening facilities if that is what the City wants , but had just not spent as much money on their first presentation. He added, however , that the age of the resident might govern what type of recreational facility would be needed. Mr. Bowerman speculated that the pond might become "an attractive nuisance" for children and might restrict the options • for other amenities such as pathways, etc, Mr. Bjorklund responded that a walkway could be provided around the pond.