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Res 2002- 65 Approving Prel Plat/Plan for PUD for Hockey Arena @ STACITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION 02-65 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAT, WETLANDS PERMIT AND PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR A HOCKEY ARENA AT SAINT THOMAS ACADEMY WHEREAS, RSP Architects, on behalf of Saint Thomas Academy (legal description) has applied for a Preliminary Plat, Wetlands Permit and Preliminary Development Plan for a Planned Unit Development for a Hockey Arena as proposed in Planning Case #02-41; and WHEREAS, The Planning Commission held a public hearing on this application at their regular meeting on October 22, 2002; and WHEREAS, The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend that the Council approve the Preliminary Plat, Wetlands Permit and Preliminary Development Plan for a Planned Unit Development as proposed in Planning Case #02-41. ( ) NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HERESY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights that a Preliminary Plat, Wetlands Permit and Preliminary Development Plan for a Planned Unit Development for a Hockey Arena for Saint Thomas Academy as proposed in Planning Case #02-41 is hereby approved on the following conditions: 1. A formal subdivision of the property is pursued to accommodate the proposed division of the property into two separate lots. 2. A determination regarding the acceptability of the proposed joint parking condition be postponed pending the investigation of the following: • The existing parking supply of the north parking lot .(and currently ability to meet existing parking demands). • The ;need%ability�to,coordinate event scheduling. • The need for pedestrian related improvements (sidewalks) north on Mendota Heights Road to ensure safe and efficient pedestrian crossings of the street. 3. The site plan is modified to include a drop off lane. 4. An attempt is made to integrate the arena building into the Academy campus architecture and reinforce a "theme" if one exists. This can be achieved through the repetition of a design detail found in other school buildings or the consistent use of color. 5. All site lighting be hooded and directed such that the light source is not visible from adjacent properties and rights-of-way. 6. The site plan is modified to include a designated loading space. 7. - The Colorado Blue Spruce trees proposed within the illustrated building expansion area are re -located on the site. 8. Grading, drainage and utility issues should be subject to comment and recommendation with the City Engineer. 9. Future parking areas associated with the future building expansion are conceptually illustrated on the site plan. 10. The trash enclosure is constructed of materials consistent with those utilized on the arena building. 11. A designed service stall is provided adjacent to the trash enclosure to ensure service vehicle access. 12. Appropriate traffic signage/markings for creating a safe pedestrian crosswalk. 13. Signage to meet city requirements. 14. Parking spaces increased to 274 "standard" spaces and seven "handicapped" spaces, for a total of 281 spaces. 15. All impervious surfaces to meet requirements. 16. Hours of lighting to conform to pattern of usage of the school, including minimal amount of 24-hour lighting for security concerns. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Preliminary Plat, Wetlands Permit and Preliminary Development Plan for a Planned Unit Development for a Hockey Arena for 1 Saint Thomas Academy as proposed in Planning Case #02-41 under the above conditions would not have an adverse impact on the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of the community and the surrounding land, and would not be adverse to the general purpose and intent of the Zoning Ordinance. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights This 5th day of November, 2002. ATTEST: By 4h Kat een M. Swanson, City Clerk CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS By,,�-g . Charles E. Mertensotto, Mayor