Planning Commission Agenda and Packet 2022 09 22

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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes September 08, 2022 Page 6 of 13 He reviews the connections to the regional trail and open space network, including the 47.4 acres of land adjacent to Paradise Lane in Boulder County and the 240+ acres of connected open space. Jay Hardy, Brue Baukol Capital Partners Hardy discusses how they model the best practices for sustainability. This proposal meets or exceeds the standards in Louisville's Sustainability Action Plan. This will be one of the most environmentally sustainable life science campuses in Colorado. It will also be a smart campus with connected energy efficiency and water conservation measures. It has an industry -forward commitment to renewable energy, energy efficiency, water conservation, habitat protection and management, and more. The following is the comprehensive sustainability commitment plan: • Requirement for 2.165 MW (one watt/buildable SF) solar energy captured on full site • Requirement that all buildings designed as "solar ready" • All electric buildings in office and retail buildings • EV charging stations throughout the project • LEED certification for all buildings • Habitat Management Plan, in partnership with the High Plains Environmental Center • Water -wise design, including use of native and drought resistant plant palettes He explains to the commission their habitat and wildlife management plan and preservation. We have an active collaboration with High Plains Environmental Center. We promote biodiversity by ensuring a healthy and resilient natural environment, robust plant life, and diverse habitats. We also embrace biophilic design and will incorporate native and water -wise landscaping. This includes the sustainability commitments that have been reviewed and enhanced throughout the collaboration with the City of Louisville's Sustainability Coordinator. Water restrictions and limitations are also included in the Sustainability Commitments. We will be continuously monitoring the following: • Wildlife use study • Burrowing owl surveys • Raptor surveys • Prairie dog management plan • Migratory bird nest assessments • Tree survey and recommendation • Pollinator protections He explains Campus Drive's safety and access. It enhances safety for all users and is a top unfunded priority in Louisville's Transportation Master Plan, which is currently an unfunded priority. It also provides an ease of access and circulation, an improved emergency access to schools, and a Boulder Valley School District (BVSD)-approved design & right-of-way dedications. Efl