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2. New development should be built close to existing or proposed services such as commercial, <br />employment, and government, where possible. <br />The COR is constructed in accordance with its vision [now part of The COR Development Plan <br />Update tactic] <br />STRATEGIES: <br />1. Concentrate the highest density residential development in or near Town Center and at other key <br />locations as shown on the future land use map. <br />2. Encourage residential and commercial development in The COR before other parts of the City <br />3. Continue to work to secure a stop on the Northstar Commuter Rail Line for Ramsey [complete] <br />4. Develop incentives for The COR to enhance its marketability [partially complete]. <br />5. Maintain high quality design standards for the Town Center <br />Adequate retail and commercial services [should add to the Economic Development Plan] <br />STRATEGIES: <br />1. Locate other neighborhood commercial nodes with basic services available close to existing and <br />future residential neighborhood concentrations. <br />2. Assess the supply of commercial and industrial land available for development <br />New development is well -integrated with existing development <br />STRATEGIES: <br />1. New development should protect natural resources, make trail connections, and blend in with <br />surrounding development. <br />2. Use clustering and/or conservation development practices to protect existing neighborhoods and <br />natural resources <br />3. Develop form -based codes. <br />4. Develop a meaningful density transition ordinance that incorporates lot size, transitioning, screening, <br />space, berms, landscaping, or buffers <br />The rights of property owners are respected and protected within the planning and development <br />process. [now part of core values] <br />STRATEGIES: <br />1. Private property owners will be allowed the maximum use and enjoyment of their property, as free as <br />practical from excess taxation, assessment, or intrusion consistent with good planning and the well- <br />being of the larger community. <br />2. The rights of private property owners will be balanced with the need to protect and enhance natural <br />resources in the community. <br />3. The rights of private property owners will be balanced with the need to provide a safe and efficient <br />transportation system in the community. <br />4. The rights of private property owners will be balanced with the needs of future development. <br />Property rights are protected along with natural resources [now part of core values and natural <br />resources plan] <br />City of Ramsey 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update <br />Land Use Plan <br />Page 8 of 26 <br />