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8. That the Permittee has proposed utilizing a Fixed Radius Plot (FRP) technique to collect <br />tree data, due to the denseness of the woodland and the growth characteristics of eastern <br />red cedar. <br /> <br />9. That the FRP method is appropriate when the tree characteristics (size, age, species, <br />growing conditions) are generally homogenous, which appears to be the case here. <br /> <br />10. That the Environmental Policy Board (EPB) reviewed the request for a variance to utilize <br />an alternative tree inventory technique at their March 16, 2026 meeting. While there was <br />not a quorum present, and therefore no formal recommendation from the EPB, the <br />consensus of the three (3) members that were present was to support this request. <br /> <br />FINDINGS OF FACT <br /> <br />1. That the alternative tree inventory methodology does not violate the intent and purpose of <br />the Comprehensive Plan. <br /> <br />2. That the alternative tree inventory methodology will be in accordance with the objectives <br />of the intent of Section 106-220 (Variances) of the Ramsey City Code. <br /> <br />3. That the denseness of the two Existing Significant Vegetative Stands on the Subject <br />Property, which are nearly homogenous with eastern red cedar, create a significant physical <br />obstacle to completing a more traditional tree inventory, create a unique scenario for the <br />Subject Property that was not created by the Permittee. <br /> <br />4. That the alternative tree inventory methodology will not have the effect of allowing any <br />use prohibited in the R-1A (Single-Family Residential) District. <br /> <br />5. That the alternative tree inventory methodology will not unreasonably diminish or impair <br />established property values within the neighborhood, or in any way be contrary to the intent <br />of Chapter 106 (Zoning Code) of the Ramsey City Code. <br /> <br />6. That the alternative tree inventory methodology will be harmonious and appropriate in <br />appearance with the existing or intended character of the general vicinity and such use will <br />not change the essential character of the area. <br /> <br />NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THIS PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE <br />CITY OF RAMSEY, ANOKA COUNTY, STATE OF MINNESOTA, as follows: <br /> <br />1) That the Ramsey City Council hereby grants approval of a variance (the “Variance”) to <br />utilize an alternative tree inventory methodology (FRP) to collect tree data on the Subject <br />Property, subject to review and approval as to legal form and contingent upon the <br />following conditions: <br /> <br />CONDITIONS <br /> <br />RESOLUTION #26-087 <br />Page 2 of 4 <br />