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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes February 9, 2012 Page 6 of 14 immediate area. A mixed use development will provide better economic prosperity for the immediate area and City, as opposed to a vacant store or a replacement of lower quality anchors in the trade area. 3) … internal efficiency of the proposal …: i. Upgrade to the existing storm water collection system. ii. Provide appropriate public utilities, access and maintenance easements. iii. The internal circulation was reviewed and approved by both the Public Works Department and the Louisville Fire Protection District. 4) … external effects are controlled, considering compatibility of land use, etc.: i. Traffic impacts are approximately 60% of what it would be if the property were a vibrant grocery store. ii. The City’s storm water conditions will be improved because of on- site improvements. 5) … adequate amount and property location of pedestrian walks, malls, etc.: i. All walkways meet ADA. ii. Pedestrian visibility and safety will be improved. iii. Buildings engage all walks. Staff reviewed the responsibilities of the Planning Commission. The quasi-judicial process requires the Planning Commission and City Council to review the project as submitted against adopted policies and regulations. Those policies and regulation are as follows: 1) Special Review Use a. Sec.17.40-LMC (Five Criteria) b. 2009 Louisville Comprehensive Plan 2) Preliminary Plat and PUD a. Chapter 17.28 Planned Unit Developments – LMC b. The CC Zone District Yard and Bulk Standards (Sec. 17.12.050 – LMC) c. The CCDSG 3) Variances a. Sec. 17.28.110 and 17.28.120 – LMC b. The Mixed Use Zone District Yard and Bulk Standards (Sec 17.14.060) c. The Downtown Louisville Handbook d. Best practices in urban planning and redevelopment: i. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) ii. American Planning Association (APA) iii. The Urban Land Institute (ULI) Staff concluded with a recommendation of approval for Resolution No. 1, Series 2012 a resolution recommending approval of a preliminary plat, preliminary PUD and SRU to permit the construction of five (5) buildings, three (3) of which will contain a total of 195 apartment units and structured parking, and two (2) of which will contain 10,000 SF of retail development, on Tract One of the Louisville North, Filing 7 Subdivision at 707 E. South Boulder Road without conditions.