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Ms. Moran asked about the multi-family area to the south of The Loop and if any consideration was given to that area because what happens in the Parkview Gardens neighborhood will likely impact that area. Mr. Hoal stated that the market study conducted by Washington University mentioned previously took that area into consideration. The context of the study was the area north of The Loop. Mr. Lai added that their scope of work was for the planning area boundaries and the impetus of the planning grant was relative to the three parks north of The Loop. It does not mean we are not interested in the area south of The Loop. The area south of The Loop is somewhat stable. Washington University has done some improvements to housing in that area. Mr. Lai stated that the Plan Commission members are welcome to attend the public workshop on February 1. Blighting Analysis / Redevelopment Plan: The Residences at Delcrest (proposed multi- family development at 8342 Delcrest Drive). Ms. Riganti stated that a blighting analysis and redevelopment plan for 8342 Delcrest Drive is before the Plan Commission for their consideration. A Conditional Use Permit for this location was approved by the Plan Commission in November and received approval from City Council in December. The proposal for this area is a 200-unit multi-family development. Tax abatement is being requested for the project in accordance with Chapter 99 of the State Statutes, a process which requires preparation and presentation of a blighting analysis and redevelopment plan. The applicant must first go before the Land Clearance Redevelopment Authority (LCRA). The LCRA met on January 17 and granted approval of the blighting analysis and redevelopment plan. The next step in the process is for the blighting analysis and redevelopment plan to be presented to the Plan Commission to demonstrate conformance with the Comprehensive Plan update of 2005. The Plan Commission will make a recommendation to the City Council. The developer is here to present the plan. An information packet was email to the Plan Commission members on January 19 and also included in the agenda packets. Carl Lang, one of the project developers, presented the blighting analysis prepared by Development Strategies. A detailed report was included in the meeting material distributed to the Plan Commission members. Mr. Lang provided an overview of the site conditions including the areas of blight and safety hazards. He added that the Conditional Use Permit has been approved and they are ready to move forward with a multi-family development. The LCRA has declared that the property is blighted. The Comprehensive Plan update shows this site as an area for redevelopment including multi-family development. The property is zoned for multi-family residential development. The developer would like to begin construction in summer of 2012. Mr. Lang stated that David Braswell, one of the project developers, has met with the owners of the Crown Center and representatives from the Delcrest Condominiums to address concerns. He added that the development will enhance and add value to the area. tm; E