Agenda - Planning Commission - 09/06/2018

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21 2030 Land Use Plan Accomplishments The last plan was adopted in 2010. While a number of factors changed since the last plan was adopted, the City can celebrate a number of successes as it relates to our land use vision. Subsequent chapters of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan will celebrate their own successes. • Created a collaborative development review process for land use plans and project review. • Implemented meaningful density transition into projects that are located adjacent to existing residential neighborhoods. • Protected Ramsey's rural character in many areas of the community, representing the largest land area category in the community. • Responded to changing market conditions to provide a variety of housing types and prices. • Concentrated more dense developments in or near The COR to protect the City's rural character, create walkability, and create a unique identity for the community. • Re -assessed the effectiveness of rural reserve and rural preserve practices and policies. • Implemented design standards for walkable streets into review practices. • Mitigated City's financial risks associated by new developments by encouraging new development to focus near existing infrastructure. • Developed incentives for The COR to enhance its marketability. • Maintained high quality design standards in The COR. • Planned for adequate retail and commercial services. • Expanded employment and industrial opportunities by facilitating a new, private business park. • Ensured new development protected natural resources, made trail connections, and blended in with surrounding development. • Employed conservation subdivision practices aimed to protect existing neighborhoods and natural resources. • Struck a balance between land use planning, policy development, natural resource protection, and private property rights. Cily of RAMSEY August 2018 Draft U�. Comprehensive Plan 2040