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CONSIDER INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADD SECTION 9.20.29 (PUBLIC /QUASI PUBLIC DISTRICT) OF THE ZONING CHAPTER OF CITY CODE: CASE OF THE CITY OF RAMSEY By: Breanne Dalnes, Associate Planner Background: In 2001, the City of Ramsey adopted an updated comprehensive plan that re- organized the zoning and land use districts. A Public /Quasi Public district was added to the Official Zoning Map at this time, but no standards were incorporated into City Code. A draft of the Public /Quasi Public District regulations is enclosed for your review. Observations: The Public /Quasi Public district will include uses such as government buildings and facilities, public and private recreational facilities (including golf courses) and schools. Originally, it was discussed that churches could be in this district as well. However, after deliberation, it was determined that it was preferable to permit churches in residential and business districts as a conditional use because of the nature of site layout, building design, and high activity levels associated with them. The standards proposed are general guidelines for development in this district. As part of the guidelines, the construction of buildings will be subject to the site plan review process. In order to allow for a variety of options necessary in this district, it is proposed that development plans will be subject to applicable B -1 Business standards. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on August 3, 2006, and recommended adoption of the ordinance to revise the zoning code as proposed. Council Action: CASE # Motion to introduce an ordinance to add Chapter 9.20.29 (Public /Quasi Public District) to the Ramsey City Code. Review Checklist: Community Development Director Assistant Community Development Director Associate Planners CC: 8/22/06