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the required concrete curbing. The applicant would like to construct a future addition within the next 3 to 5 years that would consist of approximately 25,000-35,000 square feet of office/warehouse space. The applicant would like to deviate from the City Code requirement to install concrete curbing around the perimeter of the loading berth area since they would like to construct a future addition off the rear of the principal building. Deviation from the required concrete curbing will require City Council approval. The proposed development is subject to the review and permitting of the Lower Rum River Watershed Management Organization (WMO). The exterior building materials for the principal structure are proposing to consist of rock face concrete block with a pre-fin/shed metal coping accent; this meets City Code requirements. The landscaping plan is acceptable. The facility will be served by on-site sewer and water facilities. The City adopted the 2001 Comprehensive Plan on December 18, 2001. The Comprehensive Plan includes a general policy stating that new commercial/industrial developments should be serviced by urban services. Since municipal services are not available to the site, staff recommended that the development permit require connection to urban services within two years of availability. The Minnesota Department of Transportation has initiated a TH 10 Interregional Corridor Management Plan for State Highway #10. Howard R. Green Company made a presentation to the City showing different options for the portion of Highway #10 located in the City of Ramsey. The exact alignment of the freeway has not been determined, however, MnDOT has stated their preference for the northernmost alignment that would be located immediately adjacent to the BNSF Rail system. The City Council adopted a resolution on January 8, 2002, stating the City's support for the TH 10 Interregional Corridor Management Plan to convert TH 10 to a fi'eeway system. It was noted that the adopted resolution does not specify a preferred alignment. Converting State Highway #10 to a freeway could have a substantial impact on the property. The applicant is aware of the TH 10 study and has decided to proceed with development plans. The Planning Commission reviewed the proposed site plan on February 7, 2002. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the site plan contingent upon compliance with City Staff review letter dated February 21, 2002. City Attorney Goodrich noted that site plan approval would need to be contingent on the Comprehensive Plan amendment, rezoning, and approval of final plat of Ramsey Industrial Park. City Engineer Olson noted that staff is recommending that the curb be installed at the loading berth at this time. Community Development Director Frolik noted that there have been cases in the past where there was a definite proposal for expansion so the curbing requirement for that expansion area was waived. Councihnember Anderson inquired as to what impact it would have on drainage if there is no curbing. City Engineer Olson explained that there were two reasons staff was recommending that the curbing be installed. One is that east of the building there is a catch basin and without curbing City Council/February 26, 2002 Page 12 of 35