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August 28, 2017 Page 12  Detailed requirements for transportation improvements are listed in the traffic study, and incorporated here by reference. It has been concluded that the improvements listed in the report are satisfactory, in staff’s recommendation, to meet the demands generated by this development. While there are intersections in the vicinity that currently experience congestion during peak hours, these conditions are not created by this development proposal.  Police and Fire Comments. The full comments from Police and Fire and available as an attachment. In particular, the following changes are requested:  A 20 foot clear zone around each building, free of any trees, structures, ponds, or grade changes, and reinforced with material acceptable to the engineer for the purposes of access. This is particularly important between Buildings B and D, east of C, and east of A. This can be accomplished with a paved trail in many locations. A lesser width may be allowed in certain areas, with approval of the fire chief.  Placement of a hammerhead at the eastern terminus of Outlot A/Road B. This will require re-evaluating the 114 foot long retaining wall in this location.  Hydrants added to Stinson Parkway (on private property).  Location of building entrances, and distances to nearest hydrants, and provisions for emergency vehicle parking.  Closer review of access points along Kenzie and proximity to the Lowry/Stinson intersection. Hennepin County will need to review and approved these access points.  The EAW incorporates many detailed comments and permitting requirements, all of which is incorporated by reference. STAFF RECOMMENDATION In consideration of the above items, staff recommends that the Planning Commission take the following actions: • Concerning the comprehensive plan amendment to increase the allowed density on the site from 40 to 48 units per acre -- Staff recommends denial of the comprehensive plan amendment to increase density, based on the findings enumerated in the staff report. • Concerning the comprehensive plan amendment to change 2401 Kenzie Terrace land use designation from commercial to high density residential -- Staff recommends approval of the comprehensive plan amendment, based on the findings enumerated in the staff report. • Staff recommends tabling of the preliminary PUD plan and preliminary plat until such a time that the comprehensive plan amendments are acted upon and revised plans are submitted that are consistent with the comprehensive plan, as may be amended. 16