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02-172_�;��li'�,'�� Council File # � �` � \� � Resolution # Green Sheet # � � ` ��y Presented By ReEerred To RESOLUTION OF SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA 45 Committee: Date RESOLUTION APPROVING REDEVELtiPMENT PLAN FOR THE SHEPARD DAVERN REDEVELOPMEIVT PROJECT 1 WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Saint Paul (the "Councii") has the statutory 2 responsibility under Minnesota Statutes Section 469.028, to approve redevelopment plans and 3 projects of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of the City of Saint Paul, Minnesota (the 4"FIRA"), after public hearing thereon; and 5 WHEREAS, the IIRA proposes to undertake the Shepard Davern Redevelopment Project 6(the "Project"), and has submitted to the Council the Redevelopment Plan and the written opinion 7 of the Saint Paul Planning Commission as to the Redevelopment Plan; and 8 WHEREAS, said Redevelopment Plan contains an identification of need and statement of 9 objectives and program of the IiRA for canying out of a redevelopment project including 10 properly to be acquired, public improvements to be pravided, development and redevelopment to 11 occur, and sources of revenue to pay redevelopment costs of the Project; and 12 WHEREAS, the Saint Paul Planning Commission has reviewed the said Redevelopment 13 Plan, and approved the same as being in confoxrnity with the Saint Paul Comprehensive Plan and 14 the general plan for the development and redevelopment of the City as a whole; and 15 WHEREAS, on February 27, 2002, the City Council conducted a public hearing on the b a- -1'1'�- 16 Redevelopment Plan, after published notice thereof; and 17 WF�REAS, at said public hearing the City Council heard testimony from all interested 18 parties on the Redevelopment Pian; and 19 WF�REAS, the City Council has considered the findings and determinations of the Saint 20 Paul Plamiing Commission and the HRA respecting the Project and Redevelopment Plan, 21 together with the documentation submitted in support of said Redevelopment Plan and has taken 22 into account the information and knowledge gained in hearings upon and during consideration of 23 other matters relating to the developments proposed for said Project. 24 NOW TFIEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Saint Paul, 25 Minnesota, having reviewed and considered the documents submitted and the recitals, 26 representations and provisions contained therein, as follows: 27 1. 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 2. 40 41 42 43 44 It is hereby found and determined: � I� C. � that the undertakings and site of the Project, as described in the Redevelopment Plan constitutes a"redevelopment proj ect" within the meaning of Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.002, Subdivislon 14; That the land in the project area would not be made available for, nor would redevelopment be financially feasible without the public improvements and the financial assistance proposed for the Project; That the Redevelopment Plan will afford maximum opportunity, consistent with the sound needs of the locality as a whole, for the redevelopment of such area by private enterprise; and That the Redevelopment Plan conforms to the Saint Paul Comprehensive Plan and the ge�ieral plan far the development of the locality as a whole. The Redevelopment Plan is hereby approved as in the public interest and as necessary in order to carry out the development and redevelopment of the Project Area in accardance with the objectives and puzposes in said Redevelopment Plan provided thereby to eliminate the condirions identified in said Redevelopment Plan and accomplish the provision of public improvements and private developments contemplated by said Redevelopment Pian in the futtherance of the o a-- �'� 45 general welfare of the citizens of Saint Pau1. 46 Passed and Adopted this 27�' day of February, 2002, by the City Council of the City of 47 Saint Paul. Requested by Department of: Plannina & Economic Develonment ay C ��" �./' � Form Approved by Cit ttorney Adopted by Council: Date �� r �„p� � ///� Adoption CeYtified by Council Secretary gy; V g�, � � ry �,�� Approved by N Approved by ey: . � � � a �. � � � `�q �� :.. , 9 � �,. § ? �7 d k v..w DEPARTMENTfOFFICEiCOUNCII.: PED CONTACT YERSON & PHONE: 7oan Trulsen 266-6644 MUST BE ON COUNCII. AGEPIDA $Y (pATE) Febniary 27, 2002 PUBLIC HEARING TOTAL # OF SIGNAI'IJRE PAGES ACCION REQUESTED: REWMMENDAITONS: Approve (A) or Rejut (R) _A_ PI,ANNING COMMISSION CIB COMMITTEE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION No.:101884 � O �- l'1�-- INITIAiJDA1'E CITY COUNCIL _ CITY CLERK _ FINANC3ALSERV/ACCTG _ CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION PERSONAL SERVICE CONTRACTS MIJST ANSWER TAE FOLLOWING QOESTIONS: 1. Has tMS persmJfirm ever wrnked under a contract for this departrnenY? Yes No 2. Has this person/firm ever been a ciTy employee? Yes No 3. Does this pecsonlfinn possess a Ski11 not normally possesed by any wrrent city employee� Yes No Explain alI yes answers on separate sheet and attach [o green sheet INITIA7TNG PROBLEM, ISS[TE, OPPORTUNTI'Y (Who, Whay When, Where, Why): Public Hearing on the Resolution approving the Redevelopment Plan for the Shepard Davem Redevelopment Project. ADVANTAGESIFAPPROVED: Redevelopment of the azea can move ahead. DISADVANTAGES IF APPROVED: None AISADVANTAGES IF NOT APPROVED: Redevalopment according to the plan will be delayed TOTAL AMOUNT OF TRANSACTION: $ FUNDING SOURCE: DATE INTTIATED GREEN SHEET 2l15/Q2 � iN17TAL/pATE 1 AEPARTM£NT DIl2. ASSIGN 2 CITY ATTORNEY� Nl7MBER ��CL1L SERV D FOR 3 MAYOR (OR ASST.)� ROT1TiNG ORDER ALL LOCATIONS FOR N/A y�,r�,x� "`" y �� a � �. `; �. COST/REVENUEBUDGETED: AC'PI��11'Y NUMBER: 2 , FIIVANCIAL IR'FORMATION: (EXPLAIN) city of saint paul planning commission resolution file number 11-oz date 3anuary 25, ZooZ SHEPARD DAVERN GATE�VAY REDEVELOPMENT PLAN o �. _ ��'� �VHEREAS, the Shepard Davern Gateway Redevelopment Plan has been submitted to the Housin� and Redevelopment Authority of the City of Saint Paut for its review; and �VHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes Section 4b9.027 provides that the authority shall transmit any such plans to the planning agency of the city in which the area to be redeveloped is situated for its study and a written opinion; and �VHEREAS, the Saint Paul Planning Commission on July 23, 1999 recommended adoption of an Area Plan Summary of the Shepard Davern Gateway Small Area Plan which was, on September 22, 1999, adopted by the Saint Paul Caty Council as an element of the Saint Paul Comprehensive Plan, and WHEREAS, the Shepard Davern Gateway Small Area Plan recommends hijh quality mixed use commercial, residential and hotelfconference development along with pubiic park, bridge, street scape and roadway improvements; and WHEREAS, the redevelopment plan under consideration by the Housing and Redevelopment Ai�thority provides for the development o£the 5hepard Davern Gateway project area in a manner consistent with the goals, objectives and recommendations ofthe Shepard Davern Gaeeway Small Area Plan and with the policy directives of the Saint Paul Comprehensive Pian; and WHEREAS, among the key attributes of the proposed redevelopment project area pian is its adherence to City of Saint Paul's Land Use Plan which, in its discussion ofthe West Seventh Street Riverview Corridor, states the "primary goal of redevelopment planning for the Riverview Corridor is transit-oriented development The mix of land uses, densities, and site plan arrangements shoutd augment the ridership base and make riding public transit an attractive option." moved by Fa seconded by 7t$a 1�� Dnanimous against NOW, THEREFORE, BE TT IiESOLVED, that the Planning Commission frnds the Shepard Davern Gateway Redevelopment Plan consistent with the Saint Paul Comprehensive Plan and recommends its adoption by the City Council and Housing and Redevelopment Authority. 0 a--1�1�- REDEVELOPMENT PLAN SHEPARD DAVERN GATEWAY REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA Jannary 15, 2002 HOUSTNG AND REAEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF SAINT PAUL, MINNE50TA L a a-- ��►'�✓ TABLE OF CONTENTS I. PIIRPOSE II. DESCRIl'TION OF REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA III. BACKGROUND IV. DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES V. LTRBAN DESICsN GUIDELINES VI. REDEVELOPMENT TECfINIQL7ES TO ACHIEVE PLAN OB7ECTIVE5 VII. OTHER I3ECESSARY PROVISIONS TO MEET STATE/LOCAL REQiJIltEMENTS VQI. PROVISIONS FOR AMENDING PLAN IX EXI�IBIT A a_ o a-i�Y I. PURPOSE The Housing and Redevelopment Authority of the City of Saint Paul, Minnesota (I�iA) proposes to establish the SHEPARD DAVERN GATEWAY REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA, as provided for in Minnesota 5tatutes, Chapter 469.002, Subd. 14. This document represents the REDEVELOPMENT PLAN as provided for in Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 469.002, Subd. 16. The redevelopment project being undertaken pursuant to this Redevelopment Plan includes the work and undertakings set forth in Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.002, subdivision 14, including specifically the acquisition of blighted areas and other real property for the purpose of removing, preventing or reducing blight, blighting factors or causes of blight. II. DESCRIPTION OF REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA The boundaries of the Shepard Davern Gateway Redevelopment Project azea as illustrated by E�ibit A attached are described as follows: Beginning at a point where Shepard Road, Mississippi River Boulevazd and West 7�`lFort Road intersect, northeasterly along West 7'�/Fort Road's northerly right-of-way line to Edgcumbe Road, north along Edgcumbe Road's west right- of-way line to St. Paul Avenue, east along St. Paui Avenue's northerly right-of-way line to West 7�'/Fort Road, northeasterly along West 7` Road's northerly right-of-way line to Rankin Street, southeasterly along Rankin Street's easterly right-of-way line to Shepard Road, southwesterly along Shepard Road's southerly right-of-way line to the point of beginning_ III. BACKGROUND The Shepard Davern Gateway Redevelopment Project area is located in Saint Paul's southwestern corner. Overlooking the confluence of the Massissippi and Minnesota rivers, the Shepard Aavern Gateway area serves as a major entry point into Saint Paul from the western suburbs and the Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport. In 1998, at the request of the Highland Aistrict Council, the City of Saint PauPs Planning Commission initiated a small area plan140 acre study for the area. This process culminated in the 1999 City adoption of the Shepard Davern Gateway Sma11 Area Plan and Gateway Project, and Shepard-Davern Commercial and Residential Redevelopment Overlay District. For this redevelopment area, the plan recommends high quality mixed use commerciai, residential and hoteUconference development along with public park, bridge, streetscape and roadway improvements. The Shepard Davem Gateway area is currently chazacterized as a miature of residential, commerciai and industrial land uses. This mixture consists of underutilized industrial property that is occupied by airport related parking lots, auto rental storage and maintenance facilities, dilapidated and functionally obsolete commercial landuses along West 7`�/Fort Road and scattered pockets of structurally substandard lower density residential uses. Throughout the entire project area, street and sidewalk infrastructure are substandard and require significant capital investment O �,-1't Y Wtrile the area has some assets, without positive intervention the Shepard Davem Gateway area is unlikely to meet its full potential. Current pattems of land use are likely to continue because new development would likely be hampered by poor soil conditions, degraded infrastructure, fragmented property ownership and a poor public perception of the area. Implementation of this redevelopment plan will be undertaken by providing for incentives and land use controls that encourage sound development that is consistent with the City of Saint Paul's Comprehensive Plan, Area Plan Summary for the 5hepazd Davem Gateway Small Area Plan and Gateway Project, Shepard-Davern Commercial and Residential Redevelopment Overlay District and is supported by types of market growth that can reasonably be expected in Saint Paul. IV. DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES The development objectives of the Shepard Davern Gateway Redevelopment District are based on the policy directives of the Saint Paul Comprehensive Plan, and the goals, objectives and recommendations within the Area Plan Summary for the Shepard Davern Gateway Sma11 Area Plan and Gateway Project. A. The recently adopted City of Saint Paul's Land Use Plan identifies the West Seventh Street (Riverview) Corridor as a priority corridor for public transportation improvements and transit-oriented development. Specific corrldor development policies include the following: 1. A primary goat of redevelopment planning for the Riverview Corridor is transit- oriented development. The mix of land uses, densities and site plan arrangements should augment the ridership base and make public transit an attractive option. The Citp will join with Ramsey County in advocating public transportation improvements in the corridor. Policy 6.52 2. Along West Seventh Corridor buffs, development should take full advantage of the views and amenity of the river valley, while at the same time improving views from the river to the bluff lines and protecting the ecology of the river. Policy 6.5.3 3. The southwest end of the corridor is an important gateway to Saint Paul adjacent to the international airport. Landscaping and signage and improvement of adjacent development and pedestrian areas are among the improvements needed to change its character to that of an inviting urban neighborhood and business center and entrance to Saint Paul. Policy 6.5.4 4. Any major transit developments within the Riverview Corridor should 6e incorporated into the er,isting residential, commercial and environsnental character of the corridor. In particular, �hysical changes should respect and complement 4 a }_��Y natural amenities in the corridor, such as Crosby Pazk, Hidden Falls Park and the Mississippi River Boulevard Park and should avoid unnecessary intrusion. Policy 6.5.5. B. The Shepard Davem Gateway Small Area Plan and Gateway Project envisions the redevelopment district as a new gateway entrance to the city and neighborhood wtuch witl be consistent with the historic character afthe area. This includes new development along Davern and Shepard Road which will mix commercial and residential uses along park-like streets, and include hotel and conference facilities. Residential areas will be redeveloped to create urban villages, green streets and commons, with up to 1,000 new units of housing. Shepazd Road is envisioned as a river road parkway, offering scenic views and access to a restored natural environment. The West 7`�lFort Road business district is envisioned as a vital community business center serving a variety of local needs in an environment more attractive and comfortable for pedestrians. Specific subarea recommendations within the district include: 1. Gateway Area Plan recommendations for this subarea, which begins on Hwy 5 west of the Mississippi River Bridge and e�tends to the I-3 5-E interchange, call for changing the character of the West 7�'fFort Road from a freeway to a"gateway" into the City tku new historic lighting, ironwork railings, landscaping, a major city entry sign, public art and pedestrian amenities. 2. Shepard Road River Bluff Area Plan recommendations for this subarea cail for realigning Shepard Road and redesigning it as a parkway with wide curves and bends, extending the character of the Mississippi River Road. The design would include new pedestrian amenities, such as crosswalks, lighting and seating at overlooks, as well as rebuilding the walking and biking trails, and the addition of new stairs or trails to connect the Highland bluffs to the lowland park The old bridge abutment has been identi&ed as a historic site and scenic river overlook, planned with new interpretive panels, paving, and lighting. Native vegetation and wild flowers will be planted, restoring the natural landscape of the Mississippi River bluff lands. Extensive landscaping is recommended to change the Shepard Road environment to one that reflects the green character of the river corridor. 3. West 7"'/Fort Road Commercial Area. Retail and mixed use buildings with active ground floor uses are encouraged for this strip along West 7`�1Fort Road which beains east of Wheeler and continues to St. Paul Avenue. Building entries and shop windows are recommended to be oriented to West 7�'lFort Road with buildings reflecting the historic character of the Road. Parking is to be located at the sides or back of buildings, and screened and landscaped. Shared, structured parking is encouraged. Additions and improvements to the Sibley Plaza Shopping Center are recommended thus increasing and reinforcing the existing zetail and O?- -1'lY creating new spaces for informal community gathering , such as plazas and shopping mews. Mixed use development on the southeast side of West '7"`lFort Road is recommended to strengthen the district as a community shopping area. 4. New Housing Areas. iTp to 1,000 new units of housing are recommended to be built primarily within the e�sting neighborhoods east of West Maynard Drive. .New housing types are to include apartment buildings, rowhouses, and condominiums, consistent with the diversity and quality pattem established by newer housing in the area. Substantial, high-quality multifamily development would face Shepard Road. A new parkfplayground is included within the azea to serve the larger population. The area's current economic mix is an asset that should be maintained as new housing is constructed. With the potential for as many as 1,00� additional units, there will be opportunity to meet a variety of needs in this strong market. New housing built in the area should provide for a range of economic levels as provided in the City's housing policy. Over the long term, a minimum of 20 percent of new housing units constructed using public assistance shall be affordable to households with incomes below 50 percent of the regaonal median with half of those affordable to households with incomes below 30 percent of the regional median. Given demonstrated demand in the area, efforts shall be made toward provision of affordable housing for seniors. 5. Edgcumbe Parkway District. A new mixed-use business park is proposed for the entire area west of Sibley Manor from Shepard Road to West 7`�1Fort Road. Office-commercial, retail, hospitality and residential uses are to be included, replacing airport-related pazking as well as the singie family neighborhood west of Davern Street. New buildings would be encouraged to locate retail or small commercial tenants on Che ground floor. With active shop windows and street front entrances. Davern Street would be strengthened as a pedestrian connection to the West 7th7Fort Road shopping area, with curbs, sidewalks, lighting, and landscaping. V. URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES Design guidelines for a portion of the Shepard Davern Gateway Redevelopment District are identified in the Shepard Davern Gateway Small Area Plan and Shepard-Davern Commercial and Residential Redevelopment Overlay District. A. Commercial area design guidelines, which are specified in the Shepard-Davern Commercial and Residential Redevelopment Overlay District, include: 1. Mixed uses: residential, retail, commercial and hospitality. 2. Active, ground floor uses. C9 a �,_�'t�- 3. Minimal setbacks. 4. Minimum of 50% built frontage, 5. Increased floor area ratios. 6. Building entries oriented to the road or street. 7. Buildings without blank street walls with windows encouraged at pedestrian levels. 8. Durable maintainable stone brick like materials for building exteriors. 9. •Cornice lines defining the building base and the top of the building. 10. Buildin� hei�hts limited to 65 feet outside the river comdor district. 11. Restrictions on si;nage and billboards. 12. E�ensive screerring and landscaping of parking lots and parking structures. 13. Structured shared parking prefened. 14. E�ctensive landscaping that emphasizes species native to Minnesota. 15. Public sidewalks with tree planted boulevards. B. Residential area design guidelines, which are specified in the Shepard-Dauern Commercial and Residential Redevelopment Overlay District, include: 1. Increased lot area coverage percentages and unit density. 2. Building entries oriented to the road or street. 3. Buildings without blank street walls with windows encouraged at pedestrian levels. 4. Durable maintainabie stone brick like materials far building exteriors. 5. Cornice lines defining the building base and the top of the building. 6. Building heights limited to 65 feet outside the river corridor disttict. 7. Extensive screening and landscaping of parking lots and pazking structures. S. Extensive landscaping that emphasizes species native to Minnesota. 9. Public sidewalks with tree planted boulevards. VI. REDEVELOPMENT TECHNIQUES TO ACffiEVE PLAN OBJECTIVES This plan envisions the permitted use of all techniques or powers authorized through applicable statutes by the City, HRA, Port Authority or other public agencies as appropriate and necessary to carry out the implementation of the Plan. No provision of the Plan is to be taken to limit the full exercise of these powers The following techniques are cited as examples of ineans to achieve the objectives presented in Section IV above. A. 5upport Private Initiatives. Private initiative and investment is the preferred means of achieving the objectives of this plan, and wiil be encouraged. The HRA or the City may enter into agreements with pzoperty owners or other persons in contzol of project site which identify specific private responsibilities for the improvement of site and will seek private guarantees to undertake redevelopment in accordance with this Plan. 7 0 d-- To induce such a�reement, the T and the City will provide for, or cause to provide for, the following as is necessary and appropriate: i. Administration of those public processes and requirements deemed necessary to support or allow development/redevelopment of property to occur in accordance with this Plan. If applicable and advisable, the HIZA and the city wi11 provide .assistance to developers to allow them to take responsibility for administrative activities. These include, but are not limited to: • Coordination of project activity, financing and review with human services agencies, citizen participation entities, and other state, re�onal and federal government agencies; • Initiation of vacations, rezonings, dedication of public rights-of-way, or other public actions as may become necessary to implement this Plan, in accordance with state, regional and federal government agencies; • Provision of standard municipal services to adequately insure public health, safety and welfare; • Enforcement of building codes, design controls, site covenants, provisions to insure compliance with state and local requirements relating to non- discrimination, income levels, environmental quality, faithful performance and any ather public objectives relating to the purchase, development, improvement or use of the land; Facilitation of property exchanges. 2. Public improvements that include, but are not limited to, installation, construction or reconstruction of streets, parkways, parking facilities, transit facilities, utilities, parks, walkways and trails, bridges and other public impravements or facilities as necessary or desirable to carry out the objectives of this Plan. Public improvements will be undertaken in phases (of time and location) that coincide with and promote rational development pattems. Costs of such improvements may be assessed to the sites served by them. 3. Financing to provide affordable sources of financing to private companies involved in developing components of this Plan. There are several financing mechanisms that can be used as appropriate to accomplish the objectives of this Plan. They include, but are not limited to: Tax increment Financing Industrial Development Revenue Bond Loans (Tasable or Tax-exempt} Other Revenue Bond Loans (Taxabte or Tax-exempt) O��`�� • Housing Revenue Bond Loans • Mortgage Subsidy Bonds • Acquisition/LeaselSublease • Land Lease • Equity Participation • Development and Rental Assistance Payments • Interest Rate Reduction • Implementation of statutory authority for creation of projects and undertaking of activities where it is appropriate to use other financing methods In selecting methods of project finance, the HRA and the City will take into account the forms of other assistance available and negotiate with individual developers so that a method can be chosen which provides sufficient incentive for the developer to create a quality product. B. Property Acquisition As an alternative andlor complementary redevelopment technique, the I�it1 or the City may choose to acquire certain property either through exercise of eminent domain according to the procedures established under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 117 or through voluntary purchase. Acquisition of property will be considered when property is found to have any of the following characteristics: 1. Blighted areas, buildings and other real property, where removing such can remove, prevent or reduce blight or the cause of blight; 2. Open or undeveloped land blighted hy virtue of conditions which have inhibited normal development by private enterprise; 3. Under used or inappropriately used property which may be converted to other uses recommended by this Plan; 4. Property necessary to complete parcels which would be suitable for development; 5, Property declared to be unsafe or otherwise hazardous to public health and safety; 6. Such other property as necessary to accomplish the objectives of this Plan. Specific properties to be acquired by the FiRA oz the City pursuant to the exercise of the power of eminent domain wi11 be identified by resolution or by final order. Acquisition of property by the I�A or the City will be undertaken in accordance with state statutes governing procedures for such activity, including the provision of relocation assistance, services, payments and benefits in accordance with Minnesota Statutes Chapter 117. 0 C. Site Prepazation �}�.- t12- The I3RA or the City will undertake or cause to undertake those actions deemed necessary to prepare acquired sites for redevelopment. These include, but aze not limited to: 1. Demolition, removal or rehabilitation of buildings and 'unprovements; 2. Activities to correct adverse characteristics of the land, soil or subsoil conditions, unusable subdivision or ptat of lots, inadequate access or utility service, flood protection or other development-inhibiting conditions; remediation of hazardous substances; 3. Activities deemed necessary or desirable to remove, reduce or prevent other blighting factors and causes of blight; 4. Other activities deemed necessary or desirable to improve and prepare sites for development, rehabilitation or redevelapment for uses in accordance with this Plan; 5. Installation, construction or reconstruction of streets, parkways, utilities, parks, walkways and trails, and other public improvement or facilities as necessary or desirable for cazrying out the objectives of this Plan; D. Land Disposition and Improvement Agreements The HRA and the City will sell, lease or otherwise dispose of acquired property in accordance with the requirements of applicable laws and plans, and subject to such terms and conditions as the HRA or the City deem appropriate to caTry out the implementation of the Plan. VII. OTHER NECE5SARY PROVISIONS TO MEET STATE/LOCAL REQUIIiEMENTS A. Non-Discrimination. Every contract for saie, lease or redevelopment of property within the Redevelopment Pro}ect will require compliance with all state and local laws in effect from time to time, prohibit discrimination or segregation by reasons of race, religion, color, sex, or nationai origin in the sale, lease or occupancy of the property, and require that this latter provision be made a covenant running with the land and be binding upon the redeveloper and every successor in interest to the property. B. Vacations, Rezonings, Dedications and Covenants. 10 a�--��a Vacations, rezonings, and dedications of public rights-of-way as may become necessary shall be accomplished by separate actions in accordance with state law and local ordinances. VIII. PROVISIONS FOR AMENDTNG PI.AN The Redevelopment Plan may be modified at any tune in the manner provided by law. ll ..•...-.,.�r x-r^--""'-'�'.� .,t. . .. . r.. , . . .. �^-^'�4?F��_ ,� . �, . . , . . ; � � � �y . .- ,�, ., ? . .., . � , ,....�,. . . m .N„.,.:. . , v . " .._,. .. .. . , , e,.,, w .._ . « � �..d'� � _.. .�. a � S'fA '.YYA . �..' .. .. _ c.. ... .e :a....w.,... - ., . .., , " 5�4'yryo .o.«,.nMe+afWi.umr mWr v. , f „e.n n . .�... . ' � � . . � . � . � � .. � ' .� n ' •.. _ �. �. ' i ' ' • • � � x k ' , ' . ', :' . . , , ' .._, ' � . , .., � , . . ' . . ; . ' , . . , � �`„ ,Gi4TEWAY -- W�Y Gateway WgsfProject is important to , <r� ,,. 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' � . . ,. . . , ,_, , . - . , . „ . .. , , „�_,,.� _. ..� , ti .,.. :_, .. . , r�,. , , .. . , .. _�;��li'�,'�� Council File # � �` � \� � Resolution # Green Sheet # � � ` ��y Presented By ReEerred To RESOLUTION OF SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA 45 Committee: Date RESOLUTION APPROVING REDEVELtiPMENT PLAN FOR THE SHEPARD DAVERN REDEVELOPMEIVT PROJECT 1 WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Saint Paul (the "Councii") has the statutory 2 responsibility under Minnesota Statutes Section 469.028, to approve redevelopment plans and 3 projects of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of the City of Saint Paul, Minnesota (the 4"FIRA"), after public hearing thereon; and 5 WHEREAS, the IIRA proposes to undertake the Shepard Davern Redevelopment Project 6(the "Project"), and has submitted to the Council the Redevelopment Plan and the written opinion 7 of the Saint Paul Planning Commission as to the Redevelopment Plan; and 8 WHEREAS, said Redevelopment Plan contains an identification of need and statement of 9 objectives and program of the IiRA for canying out of a redevelopment project including 10 properly to be acquired, public improvements to be pravided, development and redevelopment to 11 occur, and sources of revenue to pay redevelopment costs of the Project; and 12 WHEREAS, the Saint Paul Planning Commission has reviewed the said Redevelopment 13 Plan, and approved the same as being in confoxrnity with the Saint Paul Comprehensive Plan and 14 the general plan for the development and redevelopment of the City as a whole; and 15 WHEREAS, on February 27, 2002, the City Council conducted a public hearing on the b a- -1'1'�- 16 Redevelopment Plan, after published notice thereof; and 17 WF�REAS, at said public hearing the City Council heard testimony from all interested 18 parties on the Redevelopment Pian; and 19 WF�REAS, the City Council has considered the findings and determinations of the Saint 20 Paul Plamiing Commission and the HRA respecting the Project and Redevelopment Plan, 21 together with the documentation submitted in support of said Redevelopment Plan and has taken 22 into account the information and knowledge gained in hearings upon and during consideration of 23 other matters relating to the developments proposed for said Project. 24 NOW TFIEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Saint Paul, 25 Minnesota, having reviewed and considered the documents submitted and the recitals, 26 representations and provisions contained therein, as follows: 27 1. 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 2. 40 41 42 43 44 It is hereby found and determined: � I� C. � that the undertakings and site of the Project, as described in the Redevelopment Plan constitutes a"redevelopment proj ect" within the meaning of Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.002, Subdivislon 14; That the land in the project area would not be made available for, nor would redevelopment be financially feasible without the public improvements and the financial assistance proposed for the Project; That the Redevelopment Plan will afford maximum opportunity, consistent with the sound needs of the locality as a whole, for the redevelopment of such area by private enterprise; and That the Redevelopment Plan conforms to the Saint Paul Comprehensive Plan and the ge�ieral plan far the development of the locality as a whole. The Redevelopment Plan is hereby approved as in the public interest and as necessary in order to carry out the development and redevelopment of the Project Area in accardance with the objectives and puzposes in said Redevelopment Plan provided thereby to eliminate the condirions identified in said Redevelopment Plan and accomplish the provision of public improvements and private developments contemplated by said Redevelopment Pian in the futtherance of the o a-- �'� 45 general welfare of the citizens of Saint Pau1. 46 Passed and Adopted this 27�' day of February, 2002, by the City Council of the City of 47 Saint Paul. Requested by Department of: Plannina & Economic Develonment ay C ��" �./' � Form Approved by Cit ttorney Adopted by Council: Date �� r �„p� � ///� Adoption CeYtified by Council Secretary gy; V g�, � � ry �,�� Approved by N Approved by ey: . � � � a �. � � � `�q �� :.. , 9 � �,. § ? �7 d k v..w DEPARTMENTfOFFICEiCOUNCII.: PED CONTACT YERSON & PHONE: 7oan Trulsen 266-6644 MUST BE ON COUNCII. AGEPIDA $Y (pATE) Febniary 27, 2002 PUBLIC HEARING TOTAL # OF SIGNAI'IJRE PAGES ACCION REQUESTED: REWMMENDAITONS: Approve (A) or Rejut (R) _A_ PI,ANNING COMMISSION CIB COMMITTEE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION No.:101884 � O �- l'1�-- INITIAiJDA1'E CITY COUNCIL _ CITY CLERK _ FINANC3ALSERV/ACCTG _ CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION PERSONAL SERVICE CONTRACTS MIJST ANSWER TAE FOLLOWING QOESTIONS: 1. Has tMS persmJfirm ever wrnked under a contract for this departrnenY? Yes No 2. Has this person/firm ever been a ciTy employee? Yes No 3. Does this pecsonlfinn possess a Ski11 not normally possesed by any wrrent city employee� Yes No Explain alI yes answers on separate sheet and attach [o green sheet INITIA7TNG PROBLEM, ISS[TE, OPPORTUNTI'Y (Who, Whay When, Where, Why): Public Hearing on the Resolution approving the Redevelopment Plan for the Shepard Davem Redevelopment Project. ADVANTAGESIFAPPROVED: Redevelopment of the azea can move ahead. DISADVANTAGES IF APPROVED: None AISADVANTAGES IF NOT APPROVED: Redevalopment according to the plan will be delayed TOTAL AMOUNT OF TRANSACTION: $ FUNDING SOURCE: DATE INTTIATED GREEN SHEET 2l15/Q2 � iN17TAL/pATE 1 AEPARTM£NT DIl2. ASSIGN 2 CITY ATTORNEY� Nl7MBER ��CL1L SERV D FOR 3 MAYOR (OR ASST.)� ROT1TiNG ORDER ALL LOCATIONS FOR N/A y�,r�,x� "`" y �� a � �. `; �. COST/REVENUEBUDGETED: AC'PI��11'Y NUMBER: 2 , FIIVANCIAL IR'FORMATION: (EXPLAIN) city of saint paul planning commission resolution file number 11-oz date 3anuary 25, ZooZ SHEPARD DAVERN GATE�VAY REDEVELOPMENT PLAN o �. _ ��'� �VHEREAS, the Shepard Davern Gateway Redevelopment Plan has been submitted to the Housin� and Redevelopment Authority of the City of Saint Paut for its review; and �VHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes Section 4b9.027 provides that the authority shall transmit any such plans to the planning agency of the city in which the area to be redeveloped is situated for its study and a written opinion; and �VHEREAS, the Saint Paul Planning Commission on July 23, 1999 recommended adoption of an Area Plan Summary of the Shepard Davern Gateway Small Area Plan which was, on September 22, 1999, adopted by the Saint Paul Caty Council as an element of the Saint Paul Comprehensive Plan, and WHEREAS, the Shepard Davern Gateway Small Area Plan recommends hijh quality mixed use commercial, residential and hotelfconference development along with pubiic park, bridge, street scape and roadway improvements; and WHEREAS, the redevelopment plan under consideration by the Housing and Redevelopment Ai�thority provides for the development o£the 5hepard Davern Gateway project area in a manner consistent with the goals, objectives and recommendations ofthe Shepard Davern Gaeeway Small Area Plan and with the policy directives of the Saint Paul Comprehensive Pian; and WHEREAS, among the key attributes of the proposed redevelopment project area pian is its adherence to City of Saint Paul's Land Use Plan which, in its discussion ofthe West Seventh Street Riverview Corridor, states the "primary goal of redevelopment planning for the Riverview Corridor is transit-oriented development The mix of land uses, densities, and site plan arrangements shoutd augment the ridership base and make riding public transit an attractive option." moved by Fa seconded by 7t$a 1�� Dnanimous against NOW, THEREFORE, BE TT IiESOLVED, that the Planning Commission frnds the Shepard Davern Gateway Redevelopment Plan consistent with the Saint Paul Comprehensive Plan and recommends its adoption by the City Council and Housing and Redevelopment Authority. 0 a--1�1�- REDEVELOPMENT PLAN SHEPARD DAVERN GATEWAY REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA Jannary 15, 2002 HOUSTNG AND REAEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF SAINT PAUL, MINNE50TA L a a-- ��►'�✓ TABLE OF CONTENTS I. PIIRPOSE II. DESCRIl'TION OF REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA III. BACKGROUND IV. DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES V. LTRBAN DESICsN GUIDELINES VI. REDEVELOPMENT TECfINIQL7ES TO ACHIEVE PLAN OB7ECTIVE5 VII. OTHER I3ECESSARY PROVISIONS TO MEET STATE/LOCAL REQiJIltEMENTS VQI. PROVISIONS FOR AMENDING PLAN IX EXI�IBIT A a_ o a-i�Y I. PURPOSE The Housing and Redevelopment Authority of the City of Saint Paul, Minnesota (I�iA) proposes to establish the SHEPARD DAVERN GATEWAY REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA, as provided for in Minnesota 5tatutes, Chapter 469.002, Subd. 14. This document represents the REDEVELOPMENT PLAN as provided for in Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 469.002, Subd. 16. The redevelopment project being undertaken pursuant to this Redevelopment Plan includes the work and undertakings set forth in Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.002, subdivision 14, including specifically the acquisition of blighted areas and other real property for the purpose of removing, preventing or reducing blight, blighting factors or causes of blight. II. DESCRIPTION OF REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA The boundaries of the Shepard Davern Gateway Redevelopment Project azea as illustrated by E�ibit A attached are described as follows: Beginning at a point where Shepard Road, Mississippi River Boulevazd and West 7�`lFort Road intersect, northeasterly along West 7'�/Fort Road's northerly right-of-way line to Edgcumbe Road, north along Edgcumbe Road's west right- of-way line to St. Paul Avenue, east along St. Paui Avenue's northerly right-of-way line to West 7�'/Fort Road, northeasterly along West 7` Road's northerly right-of-way line to Rankin Street, southeasterly along Rankin Street's easterly right-of-way line to Shepard Road, southwesterly along Shepard Road's southerly right-of-way line to the point of beginning_ III. BACKGROUND The Shepard Davern Gateway Redevelopment Project area is located in Saint Paul's southwestern corner. Overlooking the confluence of the Massissippi and Minnesota rivers, the Shepard Aavern Gateway area serves as a major entry point into Saint Paul from the western suburbs and the Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport. In 1998, at the request of the Highland Aistrict Council, the City of Saint PauPs Planning Commission initiated a small area plan140 acre study for the area. This process culminated in the 1999 City adoption of the Shepard Davern Gateway Sma11 Area Plan and Gateway Project, and Shepard-Davern Commercial and Residential Redevelopment Overlay District. For this redevelopment area, the plan recommends high quality mixed use commerciai, residential and hoteUconference development along with public park, bridge, streetscape and roadway improvements. The Shepard Davem Gateway area is currently chazacterized as a miature of residential, commerciai and industrial land uses. This mixture consists of underutilized industrial property that is occupied by airport related parking lots, auto rental storage and maintenance facilities, dilapidated and functionally obsolete commercial landuses along West 7`�/Fort Road and scattered pockets of structurally substandard lower density residential uses. Throughout the entire project area, street and sidewalk infrastructure are substandard and require significant capital investment O �,-1't Y Wtrile the area has some assets, without positive intervention the Shepard Davem Gateway area is unlikely to meet its full potential. Current pattems of land use are likely to continue because new development would likely be hampered by poor soil conditions, degraded infrastructure, fragmented property ownership and a poor public perception of the area. Implementation of this redevelopment plan will be undertaken by providing for incentives and land use controls that encourage sound development that is consistent with the City of Saint Paul's Comprehensive Plan, Area Plan Summary for the 5hepazd Davem Gateway Small Area Plan and Gateway Project, Shepard-Davern Commercial and Residential Redevelopment Overlay District and is supported by types of market growth that can reasonably be expected in Saint Paul. IV. DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES The development objectives of the Shepard Davern Gateway Redevelopment District are based on the policy directives of the Saint Paul Comprehensive Plan, and the goals, objectives and recommendations within the Area Plan Summary for the Shepard Davern Gateway Sma11 Area Plan and Gateway Project. A. The recently adopted City of Saint Paul's Land Use Plan identifies the West Seventh Street (Riverview) Corridor as a priority corridor for public transportation improvements and transit-oriented development. Specific corrldor development policies include the following: 1. A primary goat of redevelopment planning for the Riverview Corridor is transit- oriented development. The mix of land uses, densities and site plan arrangements should augment the ridership base and make public transit an attractive option. The Citp will join with Ramsey County in advocating public transportation improvements in the corridor. Policy 6.52 2. Along West Seventh Corridor buffs, development should take full advantage of the views and amenity of the river valley, while at the same time improving views from the river to the bluff lines and protecting the ecology of the river. Policy 6.5.3 3. The southwest end of the corridor is an important gateway to Saint Paul adjacent to the international airport. Landscaping and signage and improvement of adjacent development and pedestrian areas are among the improvements needed to change its character to that of an inviting urban neighborhood and business center and entrance to Saint Paul. Policy 6.5.4 4. Any major transit developments within the Riverview Corridor should 6e incorporated into the er,isting residential, commercial and environsnental character of the corridor. In particular, �hysical changes should respect and complement 4 a }_��Y natural amenities in the corridor, such as Crosby Pazk, Hidden Falls Park and the Mississippi River Boulevard Park and should avoid unnecessary intrusion. Policy 6.5.5. B. The Shepard Davem Gateway Small Area Plan and Gateway Project envisions the redevelopment district as a new gateway entrance to the city and neighborhood wtuch witl be consistent with the historic character afthe area. This includes new development along Davern and Shepard Road which will mix commercial and residential uses along park-like streets, and include hotel and conference facilities. Residential areas will be redeveloped to create urban villages, green streets and commons, with up to 1,000 new units of housing. Shepazd Road is envisioned as a river road parkway, offering scenic views and access to a restored natural environment. The West 7`�lFort Road business district is envisioned as a vital community business center serving a variety of local needs in an environment more attractive and comfortable for pedestrians. Specific subarea recommendations within the district include: 1. Gateway Area Plan recommendations for this subarea, which begins on Hwy 5 west of the Mississippi River Bridge and e�tends to the I-3 5-E interchange, call for changing the character of the West 7�'fFort Road from a freeway to a"gateway" into the City tku new historic lighting, ironwork railings, landscaping, a major city entry sign, public art and pedestrian amenities. 2. Shepard Road River Bluff Area Plan recommendations for this subarea cail for realigning Shepard Road and redesigning it as a parkway with wide curves and bends, extending the character of the Mississippi River Road. The design would include new pedestrian amenities, such as crosswalks, lighting and seating at overlooks, as well as rebuilding the walking and biking trails, and the addition of new stairs or trails to connect the Highland bluffs to the lowland park The old bridge abutment has been identi&ed as a historic site and scenic river overlook, planned with new interpretive panels, paving, and lighting. Native vegetation and wild flowers will be planted, restoring the natural landscape of the Mississippi River bluff lands. Extensive landscaping is recommended to change the Shepard Road environment to one that reflects the green character of the river corridor. 3. West 7"'/Fort Road Commercial Area. Retail and mixed use buildings with active ground floor uses are encouraged for this strip along West 7`�1Fort Road which beains east of Wheeler and continues to St. Paul Avenue. Building entries and shop windows are recommended to be oriented to West 7�'lFort Road with buildings reflecting the historic character of the Road. Parking is to be located at the sides or back of buildings, and screened and landscaped. Shared, structured parking is encouraged. Additions and improvements to the Sibley Plaza Shopping Center are recommended thus increasing and reinforcing the existing zetail and O?- -1'lY creating new spaces for informal community gathering , such as plazas and shopping mews. Mixed use development on the southeast side of West '7"`lFort Road is recommended to strengthen the district as a community shopping area. 4. New Housing Areas. iTp to 1,000 new units of housing are recommended to be built primarily within the e�sting neighborhoods east of West Maynard Drive. .New housing types are to include apartment buildings, rowhouses, and condominiums, consistent with the diversity and quality pattem established by newer housing in the area. Substantial, high-quality multifamily development would face Shepard Road. A new parkfplayground is included within the azea to serve the larger population. The area's current economic mix is an asset that should be maintained as new housing is constructed. With the potential for as many as 1,00� additional units, there will be opportunity to meet a variety of needs in this strong market. New housing built in the area should provide for a range of economic levels as provided in the City's housing policy. Over the long term, a minimum of 20 percent of new housing units constructed using public assistance shall be affordable to households with incomes below 50 percent of the regaonal median with half of those affordable to households with incomes below 30 percent of the regional median. Given demonstrated demand in the area, efforts shall be made toward provision of affordable housing for seniors. 5. Edgcumbe Parkway District. A new mixed-use business park is proposed for the entire area west of Sibley Manor from Shepard Road to West 7`�1Fort Road. Office-commercial, retail, hospitality and residential uses are to be included, replacing airport-related pazking as well as the singie family neighborhood west of Davern Street. New buildings would be encouraged to locate retail or small commercial tenants on Che ground floor. With active shop windows and street front entrances. Davern Street would be strengthened as a pedestrian connection to the West 7th7Fort Road shopping area, with curbs, sidewalks, lighting, and landscaping. V. URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES Design guidelines for a portion of the Shepard Davern Gateway Redevelopment District are identified in the Shepard Davern Gateway Small Area Plan and Shepard-Davern Commercial and Residential Redevelopment Overlay District. A. Commercial area design guidelines, which are specified in the Shepard-Davern Commercial and Residential Redevelopment Overlay District, include: 1. Mixed uses: residential, retail, commercial and hospitality. 2. Active, ground floor uses. C9 a �,_�'t�- 3. Minimal setbacks. 4. Minimum of 50% built frontage, 5. Increased floor area ratios. 6. Building entries oriented to the road or street. 7. Buildings without blank street walls with windows encouraged at pedestrian levels. 8. Durable maintainable stone brick like materials for building exteriors. 9. •Cornice lines defining the building base and the top of the building. 10. Buildin� hei�hts limited to 65 feet outside the river comdor district. 11. Restrictions on si;nage and billboards. 12. E�ensive screerring and landscaping of parking lots and parking structures. 13. Structured shared parking prefened. 14. E�ctensive landscaping that emphasizes species native to Minnesota. 15. Public sidewalks with tree planted boulevards. B. Residential area design guidelines, which are specified in the Shepard-Dauern Commercial and Residential Redevelopment Overlay District, include: 1. Increased lot area coverage percentages and unit density. 2. Building entries oriented to the road or street. 3. Buildings without blank street walls with windows encouraged at pedestrian levels. 4. Durable maintainabie stone brick like materials far building exteriors. 5. Cornice lines defining the building base and the top of the building. 6. Building heights limited to 65 feet outside the river corridor disttict. 7. Extensive screening and landscaping of parking lots and pazking structures. S. Extensive landscaping that emphasizes species native to Minnesota. 9. Public sidewalks with tree planted boulevards. VI. REDEVELOPMENT TECHNIQUES TO ACffiEVE PLAN OBJECTIVES This plan envisions the permitted use of all techniques or powers authorized through applicable statutes by the City, HRA, Port Authority or other public agencies as appropriate and necessary to carry out the implementation of the Plan. No provision of the Plan is to be taken to limit the full exercise of these powers The following techniques are cited as examples of ineans to achieve the objectives presented in Section IV above. A. 5upport Private Initiatives. Private initiative and investment is the preferred means of achieving the objectives of this plan, and wiil be encouraged. The HRA or the City may enter into agreements with pzoperty owners or other persons in contzol of project site which identify specific private responsibilities for the improvement of site and will seek private guarantees to undertake redevelopment in accordance with this Plan. 7 0 d-- To induce such a�reement, the T and the City will provide for, or cause to provide for, the following as is necessary and appropriate: i. Administration of those public processes and requirements deemed necessary to support or allow development/redevelopment of property to occur in accordance with this Plan. If applicable and advisable, the HIZA and the city wi11 provide .assistance to developers to allow them to take responsibility for administrative activities. These include, but are not limited to: • Coordination of project activity, financing and review with human services agencies, citizen participation entities, and other state, re�onal and federal government agencies; • Initiation of vacations, rezonings, dedication of public rights-of-way, or other public actions as may become necessary to implement this Plan, in accordance with state, regional and federal government agencies; • Provision of standard municipal services to adequately insure public health, safety and welfare; • Enforcement of building codes, design controls, site covenants, provisions to insure compliance with state and local requirements relating to non- discrimination, income levels, environmental quality, faithful performance and any ather public objectives relating to the purchase, development, improvement or use of the land; Facilitation of property exchanges. 2. Public improvements that include, but are not limited to, installation, construction or reconstruction of streets, parkways, parking facilities, transit facilities, utilities, parks, walkways and trails, bridges and other public impravements or facilities as necessary or desirable to carry out the objectives of this Plan. Public improvements will be undertaken in phases (of time and location) that coincide with and promote rational development pattems. Costs of such improvements may be assessed to the sites served by them. 3. Financing to provide affordable sources of financing to private companies involved in developing components of this Plan. There are several financing mechanisms that can be used as appropriate to accomplish the objectives of this Plan. They include, but are not limited to: Tax increment Financing Industrial Development Revenue Bond Loans (Tasable or Tax-exempt} Other Revenue Bond Loans (Taxabte or Tax-exempt) O��`�� • Housing Revenue Bond Loans • Mortgage Subsidy Bonds • Acquisition/LeaselSublease • Land Lease • Equity Participation • Development and Rental Assistance Payments • Interest Rate Reduction • Implementation of statutory authority for creation of projects and undertaking of activities where it is appropriate to use other financing methods In selecting methods of project finance, the HRA and the City will take into account the forms of other assistance available and negotiate with individual developers so that a method can be chosen which provides sufficient incentive for the developer to create a quality product. B. Property Acquisition As an alternative andlor complementary redevelopment technique, the I�it1 or the City may choose to acquire certain property either through exercise of eminent domain according to the procedures established under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 117 or through voluntary purchase. Acquisition of property will be considered when property is found to have any of the following characteristics: 1. Blighted areas, buildings and other real property, where removing such can remove, prevent or reduce blight or the cause of blight; 2. Open or undeveloped land blighted hy virtue of conditions which have inhibited normal development by private enterprise; 3. Under used or inappropriately used property which may be converted to other uses recommended by this Plan; 4. Property necessary to complete parcels which would be suitable for development; 5, Property declared to be unsafe or otherwise hazardous to public health and safety; 6. Such other property as necessary to accomplish the objectives of this Plan. Specific properties to be acquired by the FiRA oz the City pursuant to the exercise of the power of eminent domain wi11 be identified by resolution or by final order. Acquisition of property by the I�A or the City will be undertaken in accordance with state statutes governing procedures for such activity, including the provision of relocation assistance, services, payments and benefits in accordance with Minnesota Statutes Chapter 117. 0 C. Site Prepazation �}�.- t12- The I3RA or the City will undertake or cause to undertake those actions deemed necessary to prepare acquired sites for redevelopment. These include, but aze not limited to: 1. Demolition, removal or rehabilitation of buildings and 'unprovements; 2. Activities to correct adverse characteristics of the land, soil or subsoil conditions, unusable subdivision or ptat of lots, inadequate access or utility service, flood protection or other development-inhibiting conditions; remediation of hazardous substances; 3. Activities deemed necessary or desirable to remove, reduce or prevent other blighting factors and causes of blight; 4. Other activities deemed necessary or desirable to improve and prepare sites for development, rehabilitation or redevelapment for uses in accordance with this Plan; 5. Installation, construction or reconstruction of streets, parkways, utilities, parks, walkways and trails, and other public improvement or facilities as necessary or desirable for cazrying out the objectives of this Plan; D. Land Disposition and Improvement Agreements The HRA and the City will sell, lease or otherwise dispose of acquired property in accordance with the requirements of applicable laws and plans, and subject to such terms and conditions as the HRA or the City deem appropriate to caTry out the implementation of the Plan. VII. OTHER NECE5SARY PROVISIONS TO MEET STATE/LOCAL REQUIIiEMENTS A. Non-Discrimination. Every contract for saie, lease or redevelopment of property within the Redevelopment Pro}ect will require compliance with all state and local laws in effect from time to time, prohibit discrimination or segregation by reasons of race, religion, color, sex, or nationai origin in the sale, lease or occupancy of the property, and require that this latter provision be made a covenant running with the land and be binding upon the redeveloper and every successor in interest to the property. B. 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