A. Land Use and Zoning Review • Evaluate zoning compatibility and recommend land use designations. • Prepare staff reports, findings, or draft amendments to zoning or comprehensive plan documents as needed. • Identify regulatory conflicts and opportunities for creative site design and mixed-use development. B. Environmental and Infrastructure Analysis • Assist with or administer the Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) or Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW). • Review environmental and transportation studies, ensuring consistency with state and regional requirements. • Coordinate with Metropolitan Council, Ramsey County, and University of Minnesota staff. C. Urban Design and Concept Planning • Provide concept plans, visualizations, and master plan alternatives illustrating potential development scenarios. • Evaluate design impacts on adjacent neighborhoods, transportation corridors, and open space systems. D. Community Engagement • Provide support for community workshops, public open houses, and stakeholder meetings. • Prepare materials for Council, Commission, and public presentations. E. Policy and Implementation Guidance • Recommend cooperative boundary or intergovernmental agreements as needed. • Identify funding and grant opportunities supporting sustainable and equitable redevelopment. • Advise on strategies for affordable housing, transportation, and open space integration.
