The extension request is for the Planning Unit Development for Arena Development for PUD0303 (preliminary approval) and PUD0407 (final development approval) for a one year period, as requested by the applicant

The Board granted preliminary approval for the PUD on 3-22-04 and the Planning Commission approved the final development plan on 11-17-05. Sec. 22.13 states that each PUD development shall be under construction within 12 months after the date of approval for the final development plan (which is 11-17-05). The section further states that the Board may grant one extension of up to an additional twelve month period if the applicant applies for such extension prior to the date of the expiration of the PUD provided that the applicant presents reasonable evidence that said development has encountered unforeseen difficulties beyond the control of the applicant and the PUD requirements have not changed.

The Finance Committee recommends approval