Agenda - Planning Commission - 04/25/2024

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RAMSEY COR DESIGN The COR district of Ramsey boasts a walkable, urban downtown that promotes vibrant living, community engagement and pedestrian activity. Norhart is pleased to join this thriving and growing community. We understand the importance of building a development that is attractive and inviting to the community. We kept the surrounding neighborhood and COR design framework in mind when designing the building and landscape. The framework was carefully considered, and the following elements are an example of what was incorporated: • Prominent street frontage • Parking screened from major streets, away from view • '4-Sided" architectural design along public street frontage • Bike racks and benches accessible to community inviting bicycle and pedestrian traffic • Shady trees and appropriately placed shrubbery landscaping • Retail space accessible from sidewalks with large, inviting patio encouraging outdoor dining NORHART HISTORY Norhart has been family owned and based in Forest Lake since 1995. Named one of the "Top Work Places," our employees are problem solvers, achievers, optimists, and leaders. We do not just construct apartment buildings - we create communities where people can build their families and live their lives. We aspire to give people a safe, clean, and comfortable place to live. When we build an apartment building, we aim to change the entire neighborhood for the better. Bringing new people into the community increases business for local shops, markets and restaurants. As a result, often new businesses are established to serve the growing community as well. We are proud to be part of this growth.