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April 21, 2020 Page 5 Park Dedication. As a component of plat review, the City is permitted by state law to require a portion of land (or a cash payment in lieu of land) to be set aside for park and open space uses. The PUD process also allows for park dedication since it can create park demand without new subdivision. At the time of the PUD approval for this project, it was determined that adequate land areas had already been addressed by the original Silver Lake Village PUD, and that no new dedication requirement was necessary. This would be applicable to the current plat proposal as well. It should be noted that while public park was not required, there are several trail and sidewalk connections that are a component of the PUD which will benefit both residents of the project and the community at large in and around the project area. Comprehensive Plan. The City’s draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan is presently under review by the Metropolitan Council. The Metropolitan Council has classified St. Anthony Village as an “urban community.” “Urban communities” are expected to plan for forecasted population and household growth at average densities of at least 10 units per acre for new development and redevelopment. In addition, “urban communities” are expected to target opportunities for intensive development near regional transit investments. The City’s draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan identifies the former Walmart site as a priority redevelopment opportunity. Recognizing that the City is expected to accommodate an increase in population and that little to no vacant land presently exists, redevelopment of previously developed sites is considered the primary means of achieving the City’s residential density objectives. The Land Use Plan included in the draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan directs commercial use of the subject site. The Plan also notes however, that high density residential redevelopment (within Area 7) is specifically encouraged and allowed on the subject site. The 2040 Comprehensive Plan also establishes a desired density range of 20 to 40 units per acre for high density residential development. The applicant has proposed a residential density of 35.7 units per acre (464 dwelling units/13 acres) which is within the density range directed by the draft 2040 Plan. With the preceding in mind, the proposed redevelopment project is considered consistent with the City’s 2040Comprehensive Plan. Emergency Vehicle Access. As a part of the review process, emergency services (fire and police) have reviewed the project and made a finding that proper emergency vehicle access is provided. As noted, the emergency access will be modified from the initial PUD approval to accommodate phased site improvements. As a part of Final PUD approval, the submitted development plans should be subject to review and comment by the Fire Chief.