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FINDINGS OF FACT 1. That the expansion of the substation will not be unduly dangerous or detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity of the use, or to the public welfare. 2. That the expansion of the substation will not substantially adversely impair the use, enjoyment or market value of any of the surrounding properties. 3. That the expansion of the substation be maintained so as to be harmonious and appropriate in appearance with the existing or intended character of the general vicinity and will not change the essential character of the area. 4. That the expansion of the substation will not be hazardous to existing or future neighboring uses. 5. That the expansion of the substation will not impact essential public facilities and services, such as highways, streets, police and fire protection. 6. That the expansion of the substation will not create excessive additional requirements at public cost for public facilities and services and will not be detrimental to the economic welfare of the community. 7. That the expansion of the substation will not involve uses, activities and equipment that will be detrimental to any persons, property, or the general welfare by reason of excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare or odors. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THIS CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RAMSEY, ANOKA COUNTY, STATE OF MINNESOTA, as follows: That the Ramsey City Council hereby grants approval of a Conditional Use Permit (the "Permit") to expand the lawful nonconforming use on the Subject Property contingent upon the following conditions: CONDITIONS 1. That this Permit allows for the expansion of the utility substation in accordance with plans prepared by Connexus Energy, dated May 25, 2021, and by Great River Energy, dated May 4, 2021 (combined, the "Plans") to occur on the Subject Property. The Plans are not attached to this Permit but are housed with the City. 2. That the Permittee shall maintain the Subject Property in compliance with City Code Chapter 117 (Zoning and Subdivisions), Article II (Zoning) Division 8 (Signs), and Chapter 30 (Nuisances) at all times. RESOLUTION #21-208 Page 2 of 4