Synopsis:	ACH is seeking approval from the council for an addition to the hospital facility for ten private inpatient rooms in the Medical/Surgical Unit. The Facilities Lease between the City and Ashland Community Healthcare Services requires approval by the city prior to altering the exterior of the hospital.
Recommendation:	Staff recommends the council approve the request and authorize ACH to apply for the necessary planning and building approvals.
Fiscal Impact:	None.
Background:	ACH is required by the Facilities Lease to obtain approval of the city for any additions to the hospital, which exceeds $100,000 or which alter the exterior walls of the facility. A copy of a Preliminary Site plan is attached, although the project still requires planning and building review and approval. Per the lease all of the capital improvements become a part of the real property, which is owned by the city.

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