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JOINT COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION WORK SESSION March 4, 1998 7:00 p.m. Discussion Items Past Actions: 1. What is the Council's thinking on future signage variances in the Apache redevelopment? Currently, the Apache Plaza has a comprehensive sign plan on file with the City of St. Anthony. Consideration of additional signs outside the parameters of the sign plan has been dealt with on a case by case basis. 2. How does the Council feel about continued higher-density residential redevelopment? City understands the concerns presented by the Planning Commissioners regarding the need to balance life-cycle housing, housing density and tax base issues. As these issues arise and whenever possible, the City Council will keep the Planning Commission informed of changes and respond to concerns. 3. Has the Planning Commission been setting proper expectations with • variance and conditional use applicants? Currently, process is working very well and the Planning Commission's handling of these applications has been appropriate. Future Actions: 1. What role should the Planning Commission play in potential redevelopment actions, e.g., Apache Plaza, St. Anthony Shopping Center, West Kenzie Terrace? The Planning Commission's role becomes more defined as the project is more defined. Some projects are necessarily sensitive and information is withheld until the developer is ready to go public with it. 2. Is there a project threshold or geographic area where the Council will take the lead on development or redevelopment actions? Mostly, those projects where TIF is being requested will be handled by the City Council and the City Manager until all negotiations with the developers are concluded. 3. What role should the Planning Commission play in enforcing housing codes? The Planning Commission's main role on this issue is to assist the City Council with recommendations regarding changes to the Ordinance that would assist • Staff's efforts with enforcement.