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Understanding and Approach Growth management guidance from the Metropolitan Council "The Regional Development Framework sets an overall minimum residential density -- standard of 3 to 5 units per acre in developed and developing areas where urban service is located or planned.The average minimum standard of 3 units per acre is important to the —' efficient use of regional systems, including wastewater system investments. Communities that significantly over-utilize or under-utilize regional systems can cause inefficiencies in the use of regional resources.Additionally, achieving housing at these density levels may help communities meet their obligations under the Metropolitan Land Planning Act to plan for and address their housing needs." "The City of Ramsey is designated as a"developing community" geographic planning area in the 2030 Regional Development Framework.Geographic planning areas are shown on the 2030 Planning Area map. The planning area sets overall densities that the _ planned development patterns in your community can be expected to achieve." "As Ramsey plans for current and future residents, it should focus on protecting natural resources, ensuring sufficient public infrastructure, and developing transition strategies to - increase density and encourage infill development.Developing communities are also encouraged to preserve areas for post-2030 growth,where appropriate." "Specific strategies for Developing Communities are found on page 28 of the Regional Development Framework. .... Response Our work program addresses all the requirements of the Metropolitan Council and was prepared with reference to the Metropolitan Planning Handbook and the Ramsey System Statement. Related Experience ProjectManager Bill Weber-has pcepared-eight plans under the Metropolitan Land Planning Act and is presently updating the plan for the City of Hastings. _ McCombs Frank Roos Team 6-16 City of Ramsey