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FROM: Steven B. Ach, City Planner
DATE: November 26, 1996
SUBJECT: Preliminary Plat Request by Good
Value Homes (Cherrywood Hills),
Public Hearing Case No. P 96-13
Issue
Consider request by Good Value Homes to subdivide approximately 38 acres
into 79 single family lots.
Location
The subject property is located in the northwest corner of Proctor Road and
193rd Avenue.
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Zonin'/Land Use
R1c (Single Family Residential) / MR (Medium Density Residential)
Attachments
• Memo from City Engineer dated November 20, 1996
• Location map
• Zoning map
• Proposed development plans
Overview
The preliminary plat involves an area of approximately 38 acres bounded by
Proctor Road on the east, 193rd Avenue on the south and the Lafayette
Woods development to the north and west. There is one single family home
on the subject property in the northeast corner of the development. The
developers are planning on incorporating this house into the plat as it is in
good condition and will apparently fit in with the neighborhood. There is one
exception from the plat and that is an area of approximately 2-1/2 acres in
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size in the southeast corner. This parcel also has a single family home on the
• property which has access onto Proctor Road.
The property has similar natural characteristics as the southern half of
Lafayette Woods immediately to the west. A majority of the property is open
with no natural vegetation. However, the north 280 feet of the property is
wooded with a mixture of oaks and other mature hardwoods. Along the
southern portion adjacent to the wetland complex there is a mixture of poplar
trees and red twig dogwoods along with other vegetation commonly found
along a wetland complex. Attached is a letter from Tim Edgeton of the
County Tree Board explaining that the northern portion of the property had
an oak wilt infection site, approximately at the intersection of Rush Street
and 194th Avenue. Apparently, this has been controlled in the past by the
County Tree Board; however, the area is considered high-risk for additional
oak wilt.
The property does have varying topography which naturally rises from north
to south. Overall, the property has a grade change from a low point on the
south of 914 up towards the north to a high point of 980, a grade change of 66
feet.
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Streets
The street layout has taken into consideration an existing extension from
Lafayette Woods to the north. A planned extension from Lafayette Woods to
the west and the current alignment of Highland Road as it intersects with
Proctor have also been tied together. The connection of Lafayette Woods
from north and Highland Road is a link that was talked about with the
Lafayette Woods development. This stretch of roadway will be developed
with a sidewalk along one side of the road from Lafayette Woods to Proctor
Avenue and ultimately, along Highland over to Jackson. There are four cul-
de-sacs proposed as part of the plat, none of which exceed the maximum
length of 700 feet for a cul-de-sac. It should be noted that the plat has no
provisions for extending any streets in a northeast direction towards the two
undeveloped parcels which will be "sandwiched" between Lafayette Woods
and the proposed Cherrywood Hills.
As mentioned in the City Engineer's memo, the proposed Highland Road
extending west of Proctor should be redesigned to include a tangent section of
approximately 100 feet. This will allow for a true perpendicular intersection
which is the proper geometrics for this type of intersection.
The plat includes four "T" intersections. Ideally, these intersections should
• occur right at a property line so that headlights of oncoming vehicles shine
through the yards and not into the house. Three of the four intersections
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appear to do a good job in accomplishing this, however, the intersection of
IP193rd Avenue and Seymour should be adjusted to offset the oncoming
vehicles from the house directly to the west of Seymour.
193rd Avenue
193rd Avenue currently extends between Proctor Road and County Road 1
along the south boundary of the proposed plat. When the Lafayette Woods
development was presented to the Planning Commission and City Council,
there was some discussion regarding the closing of 193rd Avenue from
vehicular traffic and converting the road into a trail corridor. This concept
has been endorsed by the Park and Recreation Commission as being a
natural link between Proctor and the city trail, approximately 3/4 mile to the
west. The proposed plat has taken this closing of 193rd into consideration
and has, therefore, provided a 340 foot cul-de-sac which will be the
terminating point of 193rd. Neither the proposed Cherrywood Hills plat or
Lafayette Woods have any single family lots fronting onto 193rd, therefore,
any upgrading of 193rd cannot be assessed to those adjacent properties as
they would receive no benefit. A majority of the property south of 193rd
between Proctor and County Road 1 is identified as wetland and
undevelopable. This further supports the advantages of closing 193rd and
converting it to a recreational corridor.
Pedestrian Circulation
As mentioned earlier, there will be a sidewalk along Rush Street and
Highland Road as it extends from Lafayette Woods to Proctor Avenue. This
will extend the pedestrian system from Lafayette Woods towards Proctor and
ultimately over to Jackson Road along Highland Road. The second
pedestrian corridor recommended by the Park & Recreation Commission is a
30 foot trail corridor in the southwest corner. This will be an extension from
Rush Court cul-de-sac to the proposed recreational corridor which is
currently 193rd Avenue.
Lot Sizes
The lots within the development range in size from the minimum lot size of
10,000 square feet up to 39,000 square feet. The overall density of the
proposed plat is 2.36 units per acre, as identified on the site data information
provided by Passe Engineering. Although the lots meet the minimum lot size
requirements in the Ric district, staff believes that there are some lots that
should be adjusted. These include the following:
• The lots along the north edge of the development which are adjacent to
• Lafayette Woods are predominately 125 feet in depth. The lots in
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Lafayette Woods which back up to this plat are a minimum of 160 feet,
• therefore, it would be recommended that the lots in Cherrywood Hills
have a minimum of 160 feet of depth. This increased depth will also
increase the area where trees can be saved.
• Lot 24, Block 4 is a lot that will not have a lot of usable space once it is
developed. Staff would recommend that this lot be eliminated and the
area be incorporated into Lots 21, 22 and 23 of the same block.
• Lot 16, Block 2 is an irregular shaped parcel primarily due to the location
of the existing house. Not only is it irregularly shaped, the house will be
left sitting on a knob overlooking all of the surrounding homes.
Therefore, staff has recommended that consideration be given to
relocating or reorienting this house so it will have a proper orientation
towards the street and not be out of sync with the neighborhood.
• Lot 16, Block 2 has a lot depth through the center of the lot of
approximately 100 feet. Typically, a 10,000 square foot lot has a
minimum lot depth of 125 feet. Furthermore, the 100 feet does not
provide a lot of flexibility when you consider the 30 foot front yard
building setback, 20 foot rear yard setback, and a 50 foot building pad,
41N, equaling 100 feet. This makes it difficult to provide any additions onto
the home without infringing into the required setbacks.
• Other lots with similar situations that are less than 125 feet in depth
through the middle of the building pad include Lots 14, 15, and 16 of
Block 3, and Lots 1, 2 and 5 of Block 4.
• The rear portion of Lots 15 and 16 of Block 4 include a proposed
sedimentation pond. The rear yards of these two lots basically do not
have much of a flat area, rather, begin sloping down into the pond from
behind the house pad. It is recommended that a flat usable area
extending behind the back of the house pad to a lot depth of 125 feet be
maintained before beginning the side slopes of the sedimentation pond.
This will still allow full basement walkouts, however, will provide for
some flat usable space in the rear yards. Some of the other lots that back
up to the wetland complex have a similar situation to the two lots just
described. It appears Lot 12, Block 4 extends into 193rd Avenue right of
way. This should be adjusted.
Grading
A considerable amount of grading will be done on site given the rolling
topography. There is also proposed to be a lot of grading in the wooded area
along the north portion of the plat. As proposed in the grading plan, it is
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doubtful whether any trees will remain after the grading is completed. As
mentioned earlier, by increasing the depth of the lots adjacent to the
Lafayette Woods development there would be a much better chance of saving
a corridor of trees between the two developments.
Landscaping
As recommended as part of Country Crossing 3rd, it is recommended the
developer install overstory trees along the trail corridor in the southwest
corner. These trees shall be spaced about one every 40 feet and extend along
both sides of the trail. Furthermore, front yard trees will be required on
every lot including two trees for all of the corner lots. This will need to be
reflected on a submitted landscape plan that can be approved by the city.
Other landscaping recommendations include providing a buffer of deciduous
and conifer trees along the rear lots adjacent to Proctor Road.
I believe the developer of Lafayette Woods will be planting additional
boulevard trees along the streets in that development where a sidewalk is
planned. If that is the case, a similar planting scheme should be included
within Cherrywood Hills along Rush Street and Highland Road.
• Park Dedication
The proposed plat shows a 17,000 square foot park in the middle of the
development. The Park & Recreation Commission has recommended that
there be no park land dedicated as part of this project. The Park &
Recreation Commission has recommended payment of cash along with the
dedication of the trail corridor in the southwest corner.
Wetlands
Some of the wetlands on the property are proposed to be filled. The
appropriate approvals will need to be obtained prior to plat approval.
The area immediately north of 193rd Avenue where the cul de sac is
proposed is not identified on the plat as a wetland. The area is naturally low
and staff would like to review the wetland delineation information.
Recommendation
Based on staff's recommended conditions the plat will need to be modified.
The Planning Commission may want to table this plat until next month to
review the changes that are made. However, if the Planning Commission
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• wants to move the plat forward, staff would recommend the following
conditions:
1. Comments from the City Engineer's memo dated November 20, 1996,
be incorporated into the plat for approval.
2. A developer's agreement be prepared and executed prior to recording
the plat with Sherburne County. This agreement shall outline the
terms and conditions for plat approval as well as improvements.
3. Recommendations from the Park & Recreation Commission be
incorporated into the plat. These recommendations include a park
dedication payment in the amount required by the city at the time of
final plat, as well as dedicating land for a 30' trail corridor in the
southwest corner of the development.
4. A water availability charge in the amount of$300 per lot be paid to
Elk River Utilities prior to releasing the final plat for recording. The
developer should check with Elk River Municipal Utilities for any
additional charges relative to water connection fees.
5. A surface water management fee as required by the City of Elk River
be paid prior to recording the final plat with Sherburne County.
6. Appropriate approvals be obtained for filling any wetlands on site.
These approvals must be obtained prior to final plat approval.
7. A tree preservation plan be submitted along with a grading plan
identifying those areas which will be saved during the grading of the
site. The plan shall specify the actions that will be taken to
adequately protect these wooded areas during the grading.
8. An NPDES permit be obtained from the MPCA prior to beginning
grading onsite.
9. A grading plan be submitted, reviewed and approved by the City
Engineer prior to beginning any grading onsite. This grading plan
shall identify the erosion control measures that will be used during the
grading process.
10. Appropriate permits be obtained from Sherburne County Highway
Department for any work done within the County right of way.
11. Prior to issuance of any building permits, a development plan will
need to be submitted outlining the style of homes and finished floor
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elevations. This plan will need to be approved by the City Engineer
prior to issuance of any building permits.
12. The developer reimburse the city for costs associated with reviewing
this plat prior to releasing the plat for recording with Sherburne
County.
13. The developer will need to provide a letter of credit to the City of Elk
River in the amount of 100% of the costs associated with improvements
within the development.
14. Street lights will need to be provided throughout the development in
locations as recommended by Elk River Municipal Utilities.
15. Clustered mailboxes be utilized throughout the development.
16. A complete landscape plan be submitted for approval prior to recording
the plat with Sherburne County. This plan shall include yard trees as
required per ordinance, a landscaped area along Proctor, the required
trees along the city trail in the southwest corner and possibly
additional boulevard trees along Rush and Highland Road.
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17. The plat be revised as follows:
0 The lots along the north edge of the development which are
adjacent to Lafayette Woods have an increased depth to a minimum
of 160'.
0 Eliminate Lot 24, Block 4 and have the area included as part of
Lots 21, 22 and 23 of Block 4.
0 All of the lots in the development have a minimum depth of 125' as
measured through the center of the house pad.
0 Lots 15 and 16, Block 4 include a flat usable area to a lot depth of
125' prior to beginning the side slopes of the sedimentation pond.
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November 20, 1996
CONSLLTING ENGINEERS File: 230-348-11
1326 Energy Park Drive
St.Paul,MN 55108 Mr. Steve Ach
612-644-4389 City Planner
1-800.888.2923 City of Elk River
Fax:612-644-9446 13065 Orono Parkway
P.O. Box 490
Elk River, MN 55330
RE: CHERRYWOOD HILLS PLAT REVIEW
Dear Mr. Ach:
As requested, we have reviewed the package submitted for the proposed Cherrywood
Hills Addition. The packet of information was together by Passe Engineering, Inc., and
consisted of a preliminary plat, preliminary utility plan, and a preliminary grading plan.
CIVIL ENGINEERING:
ENVIRONMENTAL CIPAll three of the drawings were dated October 25, 1996. Based upon our review,
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ENVIRONMENTAL
� comments received at the staff review meeting, and a meeting with the Developer and his
NTNG engineer, we offer the following comments:
SOLID WASTE
STRUCTURAL A. PRELIMINARY PLAT
SURVEYING
TRAFFIC • The Park and Recreation Commission has met to discuss this plat and has
TRANSPORTATION decided that no park land is necessary. Therefore, the park should be
eliminated.
ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING: • Along the south edge of the proposed plat, the right-of-way for 193rd Avenue
HVAC should be shown.
POWER DISTRIBUTION
SCADA • Where Highland Road meets County Road 77, there should be a section of
SYSTEM CONTROLS tangent provided at the intersection. Even though Highland Avenue to the
east of County Road 77 is not quite square, coming into the intersection at an
85° angle, the right-of-way on the east side is large enough to facilitate a•
road section that is perpendicular to County Road 77. Therefore, the
Highland Road right-of-way on the west side should also be perpendicular
and provided with a section of tangent approximately 100 feet long to allow
traffic to come into the intersection square for the best sight lines.
■ Lot 7, Block 2, is a somewhat odd shaped lot in an effort to save the existing
OFFICES IN: home on the site. The lot is almost a double frontage lot, backing to within
•NNEAPOLIS 15' of the 194th Avenue cul-de-sac.
PRIOR LAKE
ST.PAUL
WASECA
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Mr. Steve Ach
• November 20, 1996
Page Two
B. PRELIMINARY UTILITY PLAN
• All watermain within this plat needs to be looped or provide for the
opportunity of looping in the future. Therefore, Quinn Court should be
looped to 194th Avenue and Rush Court should be looped to Seymour Street.
• The preliminary utility plan should show the proposed valve and fire hydrant
locations, so that these may also be reviewed.
• There will be a need for a trunk watermain along Highland Road from
County Road 77 to the north along Rush Street tying into the plat of
Lafayette Woods.
• Sanitary sewer service will need to be evaluated by the City to determine how
to best serve this development. The two most likely options would be, first,
to have this development construct a lift station of adequate depth and size to
serve the entire plat and pump either to the lateral system within Lafayette
Woods, or along 193rd Avenue to the trunk line in the Trail corridor. The
route of the forcemain would be dependent on timing of the Lafayette Woods
development. The other option would be to extend a trunk line from the
existing line in the Trail corridor through the south end of Lafayette Woods
and terminate at the west plat boundary of Cherrywood Hills at an adequate
depth to provide gravity service to the entire plat. We will continue to
evaluate these two options and discuss them further as we have more
information.
• The street section for this plat needs to be 32 feet wide face-of-curb to face-
of-curb. The typical pavement section would be 5" of aggregate base and
two lifts of bituminous 3-31/2" in total. This section will need to be verified
with soil borings.
C. PRELIMINARY GRADING PLAN •
• The bulk of the drainage from the plat is routed to a sedimentation pond
located in the rear of Lots 15 and 16, Block 4. Drainage calculations will
need to be provided for this plat including the sizing of the sedimentation
pond. The sedimentation pond should be moved further away from the rear
of the houses on those two lots, such that a relatively flat area can be
provided at the walk-out elevation before the slope into the pond.
• • The drainage from the 193rd Avenue cul-de-sac in the southeast corner of the
plat needs to be provided with sedimentation ponding, prior to discharge to
the wetland.
230/348-1907.nov
Mr. Steve Ach
• November 20, 1996
Page Three
• The drainage calculations for the plat should consider the runoff at the north
part of the plat which appears to be held in a depression. This area needs to
be checked to ensure that there is adequate capacity, such that none of the
homes will be threatened in the case of a severe runoff event.
• The rear yard storm sewer shown in Block 3 appears not to be necessary.
We would prefer that catch basins not be provided in the rear yard because
they are hard to maintain. If necessary, a stub to the north could be provided
from the catch basin in the street and a flared end provided to pick up the
rear yard drainage.
• Somewhere between 193rd Avenue and Quinn Court along. Highland Street.
it appears that the 942 contour is missing.
• The rear yard drainage along Lots 5-9, Block 4, needs to be provided with
side yard swales. As is now drawn, the drainage would shoot through these
lots.
• The Developer of this plat will need to coordinate with the Developer of
Lafayette Woods along the west and north boundary to ensure that the
grading of the two plats is consistent.
If you have any questions regarding any of these comments, please call.
Sincerely,
MSA, CONSULTING ENGINEERS
Terry J aurer, P.E.
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DATE: February 25, 1997
SUBJECT: Request to Amend PUD Agreement
for the Cottages of Elk River by
Derrick Investment Company, Public
Hearing Case No. CU 96-19
Issue
To consider Derrick Investment's request to amend the planned unit
development agreement for the Cottages of Elk River, eliminating the
residency requirement of the project's intent to be a housing development for
active adults 55 and over.
• Attachments
• Minutes from previous Planning Commission and City Council meetings
• Site plan
Overview
The proposed planned unit development project for a senior housing project
encompasses approximately 15 acres bounded by Jackson Avenue on the east,
Highland Road on the south, 193rd on the north and Ridgewood Park on the
west. The planned unit development as it was originally presented by
Derrick Investment was to construct 15 four-unit buildings for a total of 59
dwelling units and one clubhouse unit. The project was proposed as an adult
community providing housing opportunities for active adults 55 and older.
Throughout the public hearing process, the residency requirement of 55 years
and older was mentioned and was finally approved by the Planning
Commission and City Council with the understanding and condition this
project would be for residents 55 years and older.
Recently, the developer has suggested an interest in removing the residency
requirement. The request at this time is to amend the planned unit
development agreement to allow no restrictions on the residency
• requirements for the project. Since it was originally approved as part of the
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• planned unit development and communicated throughout the public hearing
process the project would be for adults 55 years and older, an amendment to
the planned unit development agreement is necessary.
Analysis
The only "site planning" issue that is affected by changing the residency of
the project relates to parking. Based on a project for 55 years and older,
there was an argument made on the developer's behalf that on-street parking
would not be an issue. If there would be a parking problem, some of the
streets within the development were designed at a street width of 30 feet to
allow for on-street parking.
In comparison, the townhouse projects proposed by Kingman Building
(Country Crossing Townhomes) and Harold Gramstad both provided off-
street parking spaces because those streets were all private and designed at a
width of 26 - 28 feet. In both of those projects, the driveways to each garage
unit were to be a minimum of 22 feet long and rarely exceeded 30 feet in any
case. On the other hand, the Derrick Investment project has a combination
of 30 foot wide private roads where on-street parking would be permitted as
well as 20 foot wide driveways. Based on the concept of the project being for
• 55 years and older, staff did not recommend any off street parking as we felt
the Derrick Investment project would have different parking needs than the
Kingman and Gramstad project. However, now with the request to make the
project available to residents of all ages, the off street parking issue should be
taken into consideration.
In some instances, off-street parking can be accomplished by the extended
driveway lengths for some of the units and possibly providing a couple of
stalls at each of the dead end driveway areas. The parking requirement that
was required for the Kingman and Gramstad projects was to provide .5
parking stalls off street for each unit in the project. Therefore, staff would
recommend that same requirement be applied to the Derrick Investment
proposal and the parking can be accomplished either on the 30 foot wide
streets, or, within the extended driveway lengths for each unit where the
additional parking can be provided.
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• Other Issues
The change in residency really has no affect on the landscaping
requirements, utilities or grading. However, it is worth mentioning that one
of the reasons for changing the entrance into the project from Highland Road
to Jackson was a safety concern for residents exiting onto Highland Road.
There is a slight vertical curve on Highland Road as it extends west of
Jackson. This curve contributes to a visibility concern for eastbound traffic
on Highland Road.
Recommendation
It is recommended the Planning Commission consider amending the planned
unit development agreement for Derrick Investment to eliminate the
residency requirements from the original proposal of 55 years and older.
Staff does not believe removing the residency requirement will have an
impact on the "physical planning" of the townhouse project. The real issue is
whether the Planning Commission and the City Council approved the
rezoning and PUD based on the 55 years and older concept. If the
Commission recommends approving the amendment to the planned unit
• development agreement, staff would recommend adding a condition which
reads as follows:
• The plans be modified accordingly to provide adequate off street parking
at a ratio of.5 parking stalls per unit. These additional parking stalls can
be included as part of extended driveways, on-street parking on those
streets 30 feet and wider, and at the end of driveways where additional
parking stalls can be created.
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• 12. THE GRADING FOR THE DEVELOPMENT WILL NEED TO BE CERTIFIED PRIOR TO
ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS.
13. A LANDSCAPING PLAN WITH SPECIES AND SIZE, WHICH INCLUDES A
LANDSCAPED SCREEN ALONG FILMORE STREET, BE PROVIDED AND
APPROVED PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
14. FRONT YARD TREES BE PROVIDED THROUGHOUT THE DEVELOPMENT AS
SETFORTH IN THE CITY ORDINANCE. THESE FRONT YARD TREES SHOULD BE
ILLUSTRATED ON THE SUBMITTED LANDSCAPING PLAN
15. LOT 24 BE WIDENED TO ALLOW FOR A LARGER BUILDABLE AREA WITHOUT
ENCROACHING ON THE UPA EASEMENT.
16. SOIL BORINGS FOR EACH LOT BE PROVIDED PRIOR TO RELEASING THE FINAL
PLAT FOR RECORDING.
17. THE CONDITION OF THE TWO EXISTING SEPTIC SYSTEM SHALL BE ASSESSED
AND UPGRADED IF NECESSARY.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0.
5.5. Derrick Investment Co. Request for Rezoning, Public Hearing Case No. ZC 96-14
5.6. Derrick Investment Co. Request for Conditional Use Permit, Public Hearing Case
No. CU 96-19
5.7. Derrick Investment Co. Request for Preliminary Plat Approval, Public Hearina
Case No. P'96-9
Staff report by Steve Ach. Derrick Investment Co. has made the following
requests for property located at the northwest corner of Highland Road and
Jackson Avenue:
• Rezoning of approximately 14 acres from Rlc (Single Family Residential tr,
PUD (Planned Unit Development).
• Preliminary plat request to subdivide approximately 17 acres into 11 single
family lots and 14 townhouse lots.
• A conditional use permit request for site plan review of a proposed
townhouse project as a planned unit development.
4 single family lots will be located north of Highland Road and 7 will be on the
south side of 193rd Avenue. The 14 townhouse buildings will eventually be
replatted as condominiums for individual ownership, with 4 units per building.
The Park and Recreation Commission has recommended a sidewalk be placed
on the north side of Highland Road along the length of the PUD. Staff also
recommends a sidewalk be placed along the main road in the development.
In addition, staff is requesting concrete curb and gutter be placed on the main
road as well as the secondary roads to each of the units. Staff feels this will help
• facilitate proper drainage, as well as define the driveway and landscaped
areas. Also, a monument style sign and enhancement of the landscaping at the
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• entrance is recommended. Staff recommends approval of the three requests
based on the findings and conditions stated in the report to the Planning
Commission.
Roger Derrick, representing Cottage Homesteads of America, explained that 95%
of their home buyers come from owning a single family home, and 90% of the
buyers live within a 3 mile radius. There are five floor plans available for the one-
level townhouse. The base price of the townhouse includes "top of the line"
carpeting, flooring, cabinets and appliances with two baths, two-car garage
and formal dining room. There will be a centrally located club house with an
activity center and mailboxes for all the residents will be located there. Mr.
Derrick stated the buyers have the option of a repurchase program which 75%
of buyers utilize. Under this program, buyers receive a discount on the purchase
price, and if and when they decide to sell, Cottage Homesteads will repurchase
the townhouse for the original selling price. Mr. Derrick noted the townhouse _
development is limited to residents 55 years and older. The monthly association
fee is $150 which includes approximately $90 for normal maintenance, $30 for
the club house and $30 set aside in a reserve fund for future costs that may
arise. Maintenance of the buildings, streets, sidewalks, landscaping, appliances,
heating and air conditioning systems, snow removal and garbage and recycling
services are included in the association fees.
Mr. Derrick stated his does not support the request for concrete curb and gutter
in the areas leading to the private drives, as suggested by Steve Ach. He also
expressed an objection to the sidewalks, stating that they are difficult to
• maintain and would not be used enough to justify the cost. Mr. Derrick stated
he was not in favor of taking out the four single family residential lots and
incorporating them into the townhouse project, due to the loss of profit the
developer would suffer. Mr. Derrick felt there would be no problem to resolve
the issue of the nonconforming lot frontage for the single family lot on Highland.
Discussion followed regarding the trees to be removed from the site. Steve
estimated approximately three-quarters of the existing trees would be taken out.
Dana Anderson, Park and Recreation Commission Chair, stated the Park and
Recreation Commission's greatest concern is safe linear pedestrian movement
from Jackson to Salk Junior High School along Highland Road. Dana suggested
that the City consider realigning Highland Road to meet with Freeport at
Jackson and establish a sidewalk along the entire street. He added that the
Commission supports saving as many trees as possible.
Commissioner Minton stated that realignment of Highland was suggested during
the Steering Committee meetings, but felt it was too late to be changing the
street at this point. He noted it would be difficult to put a sidewalk along
Highland where there are established homes, but that it may be necessary in the
future due to increased traffic.
Commissioner Sullivan questioned what the density would be if the property
were rezoned versus if it remained Rl c. Steve Ach explained that the PUD would
• have a density of 56 townhouse units plus 11 single family lots, and if it were to
remain single family residential the density would be 42 lots.
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• Chair Thompson asked that a letter from Gerald and Donna Louden, 11837
193rd Avenue NW, be included in the official record of the July 23 Planning
Commission meeting, stating their objection to the proposed rezoning.
Chair Thompson opened the public hearing.
Harold Gramstad, 19342 King Circle, asked if the development would be served
by city water and sewer, and whether or not it would extend north of 193rd
Avenue. Steve Ach explained that only the proposed development would be
hooked up to city services. Mr. Gramstad expressed concern that drainage
currently flowing to the site be addressed. He also feels the additional traffic
from the development will cause even greater backups on 193rd.
Ted Height, 11829 Highland Road, stated that he lives next to the proposed
development. He expressed concern for the loss of urban forest area, the affect
on his property value and the size of the single family homes proposed to be
located next to his property.
Ellie Kretsch, 11865 193rd Avenue NW, stated she lives directly across the street
from the neighborhood park. She feels there should be a buffer between the
park and the proposed project. She also expressed concern for the increased
density the rezoning would allow, and increased traffic on Highland Road.
Roy Friendshuh, 19378 King Circle, stated he liked the plan and his only concern
• is that the drainage be adequately handled.
There being no further comments from the public, Chair Thompson closed the
public hearing.
Discussion followed regarding drainage in the northwest portion of the subject
property. Terry Maurer explained a pond could be maintained and water could
be metered out of it, or the area could be filled and let all the water drain down
to the storm sewer. Steve Ach questioned the grading for the units located near
the western property line. John Johnson, engineer for the project, explained
they propose to allow all the drainage from this area will be collected and
taken out to the street and captured in the storm sewer and piped down to the
pond in the southeast part of the project. The pond has been designed to
handle the runoff from the entire project. Also, the 100 year flood level drainage
will be taken care of by a catch basin on the corner of Jackson Road and
Highland Road, which is the lowest point in the city's drainage system that they
can connect to at this time. Five of the western units have been designed for a
walk-out option. If they are not built as walk-outs, the grade will be moved 10
feet to the west where the foundation will be covered. Mr. Johnson pointed out
an area which currently does not have an outlet since the low point is below the
catch basin elevation. The present design they are working with captures all of
the site's drainage with the exception of the western edge. Approximately 1/3
of this area drains into the park and it would be captures and taken into the
storm system so that it may be piped down into the pond.
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• Further discussion followed regarding drainage in the northern portion of the
property and routing to the culvert in this area.
Commissioner Minton asked what the plans were for buffering the single family
residential and park area from the PUD. Steve Ach indicated the proposed
plans do not illustrate much of a buffer; however, additional landscaping should
be considered for these areas.
In response to comments regarding increased traffic on Highland, Terry Maurer
stated he did not feel the traffic will not be increased significantly by this
development, especially given the type of development. He agreed it is best
not to have a street connection within the PUD to the north.
Discussion followed regarding the preservation of trees. Steve Ach stated that
roughly 3/4 of the existing trees will be removed. Staff has suggested the
possibility of requiring the proposed four single family lots located along
Highland Road be incorporated into the PUD and remain open space as well as
shifting the townhouse units to maximize the amount of green space.
COMMISSIONER MINTON MOVED THE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMEND
APPROVAL OF THE REZONING REQUEST BY DERRICK INVESTMENT CO. TO REZONE
13 ACRES FROM R1C (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO PUD (PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT), PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. ZC 96-14, BASED ON THE FOLLOWING
FINDINGS:
• 1. THE DENSITY OF THE TOWNHOUSE PROJECT IS CONSISTENT WITH THE
CURRENT LAND USE DESIGNATION OF MR (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL).
2. THE PROJECT IS SERVED BY A COLLECTION ROADWAY AND CAN SUPPORT
THE ANTICIPATED TRAFFIC GENERATED BY THE PROJECT.
3. THE REZONING IS A LOGICAL TRANSITION IN LAND USE BETWEEN HIGHWAY
COMMERCIAL TO THE EAST AND MULTI-FAMILY TO THE SOUTH.
4. THE EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE IS SIZED ACCORDINGLY TO SERVICE THE
PROPERTY.
AND, WITH THE PROVISION THAT THE FRONTAGE FOR THE LOT ALONG HIGHLAND
ROAD WHICH IS ADJACENT TO THE ENTRANCE TO THE PUD BE EXPANDED TO 100
FEET TO MEET CITY STANDARDS. COMMISSIONER KUESTER SECONDED THE MOTION.
THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0.
COMMISSIONER MINTON MOVED THE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMEND
APPROVAL OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT REQUEST BY DERRICK INVESTMENT CORP. TO
SUBDIVIDE 13 ACRES INTO 11 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS AND 14 TOWNHOUSE LOTS,
PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. P 96-9, WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. A DEVELOPERS AGREEMENT BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED PRIOR TO
RELEASING THE FINAL PLAT FOR RECORDING.
• 2. A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED.
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• 3. ALL COMMENTS OUTLINED IN TERRY MAURER'S MEMO DATED JULY 17, 1996,
BE INCORPORATED INTO THE PLAT FOR APPROVAL.
4. APPROPRIATE DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS BE PROVIDED
THROUGHOUT THE PLAT.
5. A SIX FOOT WIDE SIDEWALK BE INSTALLED ALONG HIGHLAND ROAD FROM
JACKSON TO THE PLATS WESTERN LIMITS.
6. PARK DEDICATION IN THE AMOUNT REQUIRED BY THE CITY AT THE TIME OF
FINAL PLAT BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
7. PAYMENT OF THE SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEE BE PAID PRIOR TO
RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
8. THE DEVELOPER SIGN A PETITION FOR CITY WATER AND SEWER, WAIVING
THEIR RIGHT TO OBJECTION FOR ASSESSMENTS.
COMMISSIONER KUESTER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-1.
COMMISSIONER TACHENY OPPOSED.
COMMISSIONER KUESTER MOVED THE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMEND
APPROVAL OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL REQUESTED
BY DERRICK INVESTMENT CORP., PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. CU 96-19, WITH THE
• FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. THE REZONING AND PLAT BE APPROVED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION
AND CITY COUNCIL.
2. COMMENTS FROM TERRY MAURER'S MEMO DATED JULY 17, 1996, BE
INCORPORATED INTO THE PLANS.
3. THE REZONING AND PLAT BE APPROVED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION
AND CITY COUNCIL.
4. ALL COMMENTS FROM TERRY MAURER'S MEMO DATED JULY 17, 1996, BE
INCORPORATED INTO THE PLANS.
5. THE MAIN DRIVEWAY THROUGHOUT THE PROJECT HAVE A ROADWAY
WIDTH OF 30 FEET.
6. ALL OF THE SECONDARY ROADS OFF OF THE MAIN DRIVEWAY HAVE A
MINIMUM WIDTH OF 20 FEET.
7. DRIVEWAYS THAT ACCESS DIRECTLY ONTO THE MAIN ROAD HAVE THEIR
WIDTH NARROWED DOWN TO AS NARROW A WIDTH AS POSSIBLE.
8. A MINIMUM DISTANCE OF 22 FEET BE MAINTAINED BETWEEN THE GARAGE
AND ANY DRIVEWAY.
• 9. CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER BE PROVIDED THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE
PROJECT. STAFF WOULD LIKE TO DISCUSS THE SPECIFIC LOCATIONS WITH
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• THE DEVELOPER TO DETERMINE THE REASONABLE LOCATION TO HAVE THIS
IMPROVEMENT INSTALLED.
10. A FIVE FOOT WIDE SIDEWALK BE PROVIDED ALONG ONE SIDE OF THE MAIN
ROAD WHICH LOOPS THROUGH THE PROJECT.
11. THE QUANTITY OF LANDSCAPING MATERIAL BE INCREASED THROUGHOUT
THE ENTIRE PROJECT. SPECIFIC ATTENTION SHOULD BE GIVEN TO THOSE
AREAS ALONG JACKSON ROAD BETWEEN UNITS 8, 9, 11, AND 12.
12. ADDITIONAL LANDSCAPING SHOULD BE PROVIDED BETWEEN UNITS 5 AND 6
AND THE PROPOSED SINGLE FAMILY LOTS ALONG 193RD AVENUE.
13. ADDITIONAL LANDSCAPING SHOULD BE PROVIDED AT THE ENTRANCE POINT
OFF OF HIGHLAND ROAD.
14. A TREE PROTECTION PLAN SHOULD BE PROVIDED DEMONSTRATING THE
NUMBER OF TREES THAT WILL BE SAVED IN THE SOUTHWEST AND WESTERLY
AREA OF THE PROJECT.
15. ALL LANDSCAPED AREAS SHALL INCLUDE AN UNDERGROUND IRRIGATION.
16. ADDITIONAL OFF STREET PARKING AREAS SHOULD BE DEMONSTRATED
THROUGHOUT THE PROJECT. THESE PARKING STALLS MAY NOT HAVE TO BE
INSTALLED AT THIS TIME, HOWEVER, IT SHOULD BE DEMONSTRATED IN THE
EVENT THAT THERE IS A PARKING PROBLEM.
• 17. A COMPLETE LIGHTING PLAN SHOULD BE SUBMITTED DEMONSTRATING THE
LOCATION AND ILLUMINATION CONTOURS OF EACH OF THE LIGHT
STANDARDS.
18. EACH UNIT SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM OF A DOUBLE CAR GARAGE AS
ILLUSTRATED ON THE PROPOSED FLOOR PLANS.
19. A UNIFIED MAILBOX DESIGN SHOULD BE PROVIDED FOR EASY DELIVERY OF
MAIL. A CLUSTERING MAILBOX DESIGN MAY ALSO BE CONSIDERED
THROUGHOUT THE PROJECT.
20. THE UNITS DEVELOPED IN THIS PROJECT SHALL CONSIST OF THOSE
ILLUSTRATED ON THE ATTACHED FLOOR PLANS AND MADE PART OF THIS
REPORT THAT HAVE BEEN PROVIDED BY DERRICK INVESTMENT.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0.
Discussion followed regarding concrete curb and gutter and sidewalks. It was
the consensus of the Planning Commissioners to allow staff to determine which
areas would benefit from concrete curb and gutter to better define the
driveway and landscaped areas, as well as aid the drainage.
COMMISSIONER KUESTER MOVED TO RECONSIDER THE MOTION FOR THE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST. COMMISSIONER SULLIVAN SECONDED THE
• MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0.
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2. THE HARDSHIP CAUSED BY THE TOPOGRAPHY OF THE SITE, WHICH MAKES IT
DIFFICULT TO CONTRACT A BUILDING AT THE SETBACK LINE, DUE TO THE
DROP-OFF, WHICH WOULD REQUIRE EXTENSIVE FILL AND THE LOSS OF
SEVERAL MATURE TREES.
3. THE SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND CIRCUMSTANCES ARE NOT A
CONSEQUENCE OF THE PETITIONER'S OWN ACTION OR INACTION, BUT
RATHER A RESULT OF THE TOPOGRAPHY OF THE SITE.
4. THE VARIANCE WILL NOT BE INJURIOUS TO OR ADVERSELY AFFECT THE
HEALTH, SAFETY, OR WELFARE OF THE RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OR THE
NEIGHBORHOOD WHEREIN THE PROPERTY IS SITUATED AND WILL BE IN
KEEPING WITH THE SPIRIT AND INTENT OF THE ORDINANCE.
5. THE PROPOSED POLE BARN DOES NOT EXCEED 1620 SQUARE FEET, IN ORDER
TO COMPLY WITH THE MAXIMUM ACCESSORY STRUCTURE AREA ALLOWEDIN
THIS ZONING DISTRICT.
6. THE PROPOSED POLE BARN WILL BE MOVED AS FAR SOUTH AS POSSIBLE
WITHOUT REQUIRING CUTTING DOWN THE MATURE TREES LOCATED ON THE
PROPERTY.
7. THE EXISTING YARD BARN AND DOG KENNEL WILL BE MOVED TO THE REAR
OF THE PROPERTY AND BOTH WILL BE REQUIRED TO MEET ALL SETBACKS.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
• 8.8. Derrick Investment Company Request for Rezoning, Case No. ZC 96 14
8.9. Derrick Investment Company Request for Conditional Use Permit, Case No. CU 96-
19
8.10. Derrick Investment Company Request for Preliminary Plat Approval, Elk Run, Case
No. P 96-9
City Planner Steve Ach indicated that the City Council is requested to consider
the following applications:
a. Rezoning of approximately 14 acres from R 1 c (single family residential) to
PUD (Planned Unit Development)
b. A preliminary plat request to subdivide approximately 17 acres into 11
single family lots and 14 townhome lots
c. A conditional use permit request for site plan review of a proposed
townhome project as a planned unit development.
Steve Ach reviewed the staff report on these three applications. He indicated
that staff is not in support of the rezoning request. Steve Ach indicated that staff
would support the rezoning request if it were to include the four single family lots
proposed for the southwest corner and modifications were made to the site plan
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4 Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing.
Roger Derrick, representing Cottage Homes, explained the concept of the
townhome development. He further indicated that the developer is proposing
some large single family lots in order to preserve trees. Mr. Derrick indicated his
concerns regarding the curbing requirements on the driveway access points and
the sewer and water looping system.
Ted Hight, 11829 Highland, indicated his concern regarding the continuity of the
surrounding area. He indicated he did not feel the smaller lots would fit in with
the surrounding one acre lots. He further indicated his concern regarding
bulldozing of trees, access to the plat from Highland Road, drainage, and
lowering of his property value. Mr. Hight submitted a petition signed by 32
residents to save the trees and build low density on Highland Road.
Jerry Lowden, 11837 193rd Avenue, indicated he was opposed to the proposal as
he felt the present zoning classification is best for the area.
Terry Deigen, 11809 Highland Road, indicated that he was in favor of the
proposed development. He stated that most of the trees in the area are already
dead and indicated he would prefer the proposed development to single family
development. He further indicated that there was already multiple zoning in the
surrounding area.
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Terry Lenz, 11829 Highland Road, indicated she would rather see one acre lots in
-the development in order to preserve the continuity of the. neighborhood. She
further indicated she would prefer that the plat be redesigned to save more of
the trees and suggested less townhomes in order to make the area less dense.
She further suggested more high density screening for the area.
Ellie Kretsch, 11865 193rd Avenue, indicated her concerns regarding buffering the
park, saving the trees, larger lots, and lower density. She further stated that
Highland Road is a dangerous street and she would prefer not to see the plat
being accessed from Highland Road. Ellie Kretsch indicated that she was
opposed to the rezoning and would prefer to see single family housing.
Louise Kuester, planning commission representative, indicated that the Planning
Commission did not feel that density was a major issue as they thought that single
family housing would make the area more dense than townhomes. She
indicated that the Planning Commission felt that the proposed development was
a suitable use for the land.
Dana Anderson, park and recreation commissioner, indicated that the Park and
Recreation Commission's concerns consisted of pedestrian movement, the
realignment of Highland Road, and a ten foot right of way for a detached trail
system along Highland Road.
Steve Ach indicated that staff has recommended a six foot sidewalk along
Highland Road because that would be consistent with the sidewalk along
IIIJackson Road and the sidewalk connection west of Highland Road.
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Earl Hohlen, indicated he was in favor of the proposed project.
There being no further comments, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Farber indicated his concern that no efforts were made to try to
preserve the present woods. The Council discussed the issue of accessing the
plat from another area other than Highland Road.
Councilmember Holmgren indicated that he supports the proposed
development.
Councilmember Scheel indicated that she was in favor of the proposed
development and stated that it was important for prospective developers and
buyers to be aware of the Council's wishes regarding the property and
development.
The Council discussed several items of concern regarding the plat including
irrigation, the necessity for concrete curb and gutter, the trees, the necessity of
the four single family lots in the southern portion of the PUD, the water lines,
drainage, and access to the plat off of Highland Road. It was the consensus of
the Council that no action be taken at this meeting, but that staff discuss these
issues with the developer and bring them back to the Council for further
consideration.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO POSTPONE ITEMS 8.8., 8.9., AND 8.10, TO
• THE SEPTEMBER 16, 1996, CITY COUNCIL MINUTES WITH THE CONSENT OF THE
APPLICANT. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
Roger Derrick, developer, consented to extend Items 8.8., 8.9. and 8.10. to
September 16, 1996.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO DIRECT STAFF TO PROCEED WITH A
NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING AND TO BRING THE REVISED CONCEPT BACK TO THE CITY
COUNCIL FOR FURTHER REVIEW ON AUGUST 26, 1996. COUNCILMEMBER
HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
8.11. Country Ridge Partnership Request for Final Plat Approval, Country Crossing 3rd,
Case No. P 94-2
City Planner Steve Ach indicated that Country Ridge Partnership is requesting
final plat approval to subdivide approximately 30 acres into 46 single family lots
and two outlots. He stated that the plat is located at the southwest corner of
County Road 30 and Joplin Street. Steve Ach reviewed the staff report on this
issue.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 96-68, A RESOLUTION
GRANTING FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR COUNTRY CROSSING 3RD ADDITION.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
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COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 96-72, A
• RESOLUTION FOR VACATING DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS, CASE NO. EV 96-2.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
4.2. Discuss Conditions for Rezoning, Conditional Use and Preliminary Plat Requests by
Derrick Investment Co.
Staff report by Steve Ach. At the August 19, 1996, City Council meeting, Derrick
Investment Co. requested the Council approve the rezoning, conditional use and
preliminary plat requests in order to develop a senior housing project atths_._
northwest corner of Highlanc oad and Jackson Avenue. The Council voted to
postpone the requests until the September 16, 1996, City Council meeting. The
developer, Roger Derrick,Steve Ach, and Terry Maurer, met with the neighbors in
the area on Thursday, August 22, to discuss issues related to the project. Steve
indicated staff has not seen any revised plans; however, the developer and his
engineer, John Johnson, have prepared concept drawings for the Council's
review tonight.
Roger Derrick, developer, indicated they have attempted to address some of the
neighbors' concerns including covenants for the single family homes, access on
193rd and saving the ridge line of trees. Mr. Derrick provided drawings for 5
possible plans to develop the site. Plan A shows access to the development off
Jackson, no road loop (2 cul-de-sacs), a total of 14 townhouse buildings, taking
out 1 lot on the north making the remaining 6 single family lots larger, taking out
the 4 single family lots along Highland, and saving the majority of the ridge line of
trees. Pian B includes saving the ridge line, leaving the access on Highland,
• taking out the single family lots along Highland, allowing room for 15 buildings.
Plan C is a modification of Plan A which allows for some type of commercial use
on the property along Jackson which would not generate a lot of traffic. Plan D
shows access on 193rd, removal of several of the single family home lots to the
north and adding 2 additional townhouse buildings,with the road running
through the development. Plan E is a variation of Plan D which shows a cul-de-
sac in the south, instead of having the road run through the development. All the
plans include one building in the wooded area to the west.
Mayor Duitsman opened the discussion to the public.
Terry Lenz, 11829 Highland Road, expressed her concern that the trees remain
healthy during and after construction. Ms. Lenz indicated she would like to see
the proposed building to the west eliminated from the development plan or
relocated. Ms. Lenz questioned if there would be landscaping around this
townhouse. Roger Derrick stated they would try to disturb as few trees as
possible, and that landscaping will be provided around the townhouses but
would not screen it from the neighboring residences.
Discussion followed regarding construction in the wooded area. Steve Ach
noted a general rule of thumb in preserving trees during construction is to stay out
of the drip line or"canopy" .
Mr. Derrick explained if Plan 6 or some variation of it were adopted, the ridge line
will be preserved; they would lose 4 single family lots, but would gain an
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• additional townhouse building. In addition, if the park dedication fees were
waived, their loss from the original 8/19 proposal would only be for the
additional fill which could have come from the ridge line.
Councilmember Farber indicated the property owners immediately to the west,
the Wigants' main concern is that they be able to hook up to city water and
sewer, since their septic system is failing and is draining onto Ms. Lenz' property.
The Wigants also expressed concern that some of the trees remain, and that the
access to the development be located on Jackson. Councilmember Farber felt
landscaping was necessary for the privacy of the single family residents as well
as the townhouse residents. Mr. Derrick suggested incorporating some conifers
in the landscaping plan since conifers offer screening in the winter as well. John
Johnson, engineer for the project, indicated there may be some flexibility in
placement of this building to preserve as many trees as possible.
Discussion followed regarding the various plans and access options presented
by the developer. Suggestions were made for modifying the plans.
Harold Gramstad, 19342 King Circle, expressed his concern that the number of
single family lots in the north be decreased which would increase the lot size of
the remaining lots.. He felt preservation of the ridge line will provide a buffer
from the Elk Park Center shopping area.
Discussion of traffic issues followed. Concerns centered around increased
• volume in traffic and speeding on Highland Road. Mr. Johnson explained
options he had discussed with the city engineer to slow down the traffic and to
increase the site distances for vehicles turning out onto Highland.
Donna Louden, 11837 193rd Avenue NW, expressed her support for the
developer's attempt to preserve the trees. She favored the access on Jackson
Avenue. Mrs. Louden was concerned that the plans still showed 7 lots on the
north and the developer indicated he would reduce the number to 6. Mr.
Derrick stated that the revised plans will show 6 lots. Mrs. Louden felt the three
single family lots to the north shown in one of the plans looked out of place and
would rather see an additional townhouse in that location. Mr. Johnson
expressed concern that the elevation of that area is 5 to 6 feet higher than the
street.
Jerry Schmidt, 19386 King Circle, expressed his objection to having townhouses
up to 193rd. He was in favor of the 6 single family lots on the north and also,
favored the Jackson Road access.
Councilmember Scheel expressed her support for townhouse in the north end of
the development on 193rd. Councilmember Farber expressed support for the
townhouse located in the wooded area to the west.
Discussion followed regarding waiving the park dedication fees. Further
discussion followed regarding whether or not the wooded area should be
dedicated to the City and if the public should have access to it.
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• Dana Anderson, Park and Recreation Commission Chair, expressed his objection
to waiving the park dedication fees. He expressed concern for pedestrian
movement along Highland Road.
Discussion followed regarding the number of single family and townhouse units
the developer would have with each of the plans presented.
Mayor Duitsman requested the public be renotified if the date of the next
meeting on this item changes.
The City Council reached a consensus on the following issues, with the
exception that Councilmember Dietz was not in favor of waiving the park
dedication fees and felt the access should be off Highland Road:
- Access to the development be off Jackson
- Waiving of park dedication fees be considered
-The wooded area remain private property
Mayor Duitsman noted the request would be brought back before the City
Council at the September 16 meeting. Mayor Duitsman noted the developer
must submit a grading plan to staff as soon as possible.
5.1. Authorization to Hire Part Time Records Entry Technician for Police Department
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED AUTHORIZATION TO HIRE KATHLEEN BAKKEN AS
PART TIME RECORDS CLERK/TECHNICIAN FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AT A
STARTING SALARY OF $10.58 PER HOUR, WORKING APPROXIMATELY 25-30 HOURS
PER WEEK. COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
5.2. Consider Ice Arena Equipment Bid
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO AWARD THE ICE PLANT SKID BID TO
ARENA SYSTEMS IN THE AMOUNT OF $70,000. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED
THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0-1. COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL ABSTAINED.
6. Open Mike
No one appeared for this item.
8. Other Business
8.1. Zoning of Property at the Intersection of County Road No. 12 and 13
Councilmember Scheel asked that staff research the rezoning of
property located at County Road No. 12 and County Road No. 13. She
noted it was her understanding the zoning boundary between light
industrial and residential was between Deschenes and Industrial
Hardfacing's property.
• The City Council recessed at 7:22 p.m. and the meeting was moved to the
Training Room. The meeting reconvened at 7:30 p.m.
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portions of land to be able to hunt. The Police Chief suggested that the hunters
• who have been affected by the rezoning contact the Police Chief to receive
permission to hunt on their property.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE POLICE CHIEF TO GIVE
PERMISSION AT HIS DISCRETION TO THOSE RESIDENTS REQUESTING TO HUNT IN R1 e
ZONES. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
5. Open Mike
No one appeared for this item.
6.7. 6.8. 6.9. Rezoning, Preliminary Plat and Conditional Use Permit by Derrick
Investment Co., Public Hearing Case No. ZC 96-14, P 96-9 and CU 96-19
City Planner, Steve Ach, indicated that the Council is asked to consider:
A. Rezoning of approximately 15 acres from Ric (Single Family) to PUD
(Planned Unit Development).
B. Preliminary Plat Request to subdivide approximately 17 acres into 6
single family lots and 15 townhouse lots.
C. Conditional Use Permit Request for site plan review of a proposed 60
unit Senior Townhouse project as a Planned Unit Development. The
location for the proposals is the northwest corner of Highland Road
and Jackson Avenue.
Steve Ach indicated that based on previous meetings with the City Council and
neighborhood residents, the developer has revised the plans to address the issues
that have been brought up at those meetings. Steve Ach reviewed the revised
plans with the Council. Roger Derrick, developer, also reviewed the revised plans
with the City Council. Mr. Derrick indicated that due to the revisions made to the
plat, he would be forfeiting 4 lots. Mr. Derrick requested the City Council waive
park dedication fees for the forfeiture of the four lots shown in previous plans.
Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing.
Ted Hite, 11829 Highland, indicated that he liked the revised plan and thanked
those involved including the City Council, Planning Commission, and developer
for their effort in working with the residents.
Ellie Kretsch, 11865 193rd Avenue, also indicated that she appreciates the efforts
of the Mayor, staff and City Council in working with the residents on this issue.
Betty Belanger, 21531 Elk Lake Road, requested that the Council not waive park
dedication fees.
Jerry Schmidt, indicated that he was in favor of the proposal, however, he would
like to see the style and size of the single family homes protected by a convenant
placed on the property.
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There being no further comments, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing.
Mayor Duitsman indicated his support of the project, but stated that he would
not vote for waiving the park dedication fee.
Councilmember Farber indicated that he agrees that the park dedication should
not be waived.
Councilmember Scheel questioned how to ensure that the housing units woul
remain Senior Citizen housing units when sold.
Staff indicated that the Planned Unit Development Agreement could include
language consistent with the developers request to develop the site as senior
housing.
Councilmember Dietz questioned the necessity of the sidewalk along Highland
due to the fact that it does not lead anywhere.
Dana Anderson, Park and Recreation Commission Representative, indicated that
the Park and Recreation Commission feels that due to the pedestrian traffic flow
along Highland, a sidewalk is necessary. Dana Anderson further commented that
the Park and Recreation Commission is not in favor of waiving the Park
Dedication Fees:
The Council discussed the need for the sidewalk proposed along Highland
Avenue. It was a concern of the Council that a sidewalk would not be effective
• at this time and could possibly be put in at a later date when improvement work
is done along Highland that could include a sidewalk project.
Councilmember Dietz indicated that if the City does not include the sidewalk in
the plat at this time, that it may be assessed to property owners when put in at a
later date. Councilmember Dietz further indicated that he is not in favor of
waiving the park dedication fee for the plat. He indicated that the City must be
fair and consistent, and further stated that the City has not waived park
dedication fees for other developers. Councilmember Dietz further stated that
he is not in favor of taking land in lieu of park dedication at this time because of
the park land available immediately to the west.
Roger Derrick stated that he did not feel it was fair for the Council to request him
to make all of the changes to the proposal with no consideration of eliminating
the park dedication fees. He indicated that if the Council mandated that park
dedication be paid, he would rather dedicate park land than pay cash.
Following discussion of the issue with the Council and assuming that the Council
would vote for the project without waiving the park dedication fee, Mr. Derrick
withdrew his proposal.
Councilmember Scheel indicated that the City charges too many fees to the
developers. She indicated that staff does not discuss the financial burden to the
developer and to the landowner during its review of developments.
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Councilmember Farber indicated that all of the neighbors were in favor of the
• proposed plan. He stated that he feels that the Council should consider taking
land in lieu of cash for park dedication.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO POSTPONE A DECISION ON THIS ISSUE
UNTIL OCTOBER 7, 1996. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
Councilmember Farber left at 8:45 p.m.
6.1. Matt Smith Request for Administrative Subdivision, Public Hearing Case No. AS 96-3
6.2. Matt Smith Request for Variance, Public Hearing Case No. V 96-10
6.3. Matt Smith Request for Conditional Use Permit, Public Hearing Case No. CU 96-20 x.
Planning Assistant Scott Harlicker indicated that Matt Smith is requesting ail.
administrative subdivision to subdivide one parcel into two lots. The Planning
Assistant stated that the applicant is also requesting a variance to allow a 5,903
square foot lot in the R3 zoning district which has a minimum lot size of 6,000
square feet. The applicant is also requesting a conditional use permit for a zero
lot line development. The affected property is located north of Railroad Drive
between Freeport and Evans Street alignments, Lot 1, Block 18, Village of Elk River.
Scott Harlicker gave the staff report on these three items. He indicated that the
Planning Commission recommended approval of the variance and conditional
use permit and that the Park and Recreation Commission recommended a cash
dedication for the new lot being created.
S Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against
the matter, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ MOVED TO APPROVE THE ADMINISTRATIVE SUBDIVISION
REQUESTED BY MATT SMITH TO SUBDIVIDE ONE PARCEL INTO TWO LOTS WITH THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. AN ADMINISTRATIVE SUBDIVISION APPROVAL TO SUBDIVIDE THE PROPERTY
INTO TWO PARCELS IS RECORDED WITH SHERBURNE COUNTY PRIOR TO THE
ISSUANCE OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT.
2. PAVED DRIVEWAYS AND PARKING BE PROVIDED AND SHOWN ON THE SITE
PLAN.
3. INDIVIDUAL SERVICES BE PROVIDED TO EACH DWELLING.
COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO GRANT A VARIANCE TO MATT SMITH TO
ALLOW A 5,903 SQUARE FOOT LOT IN THE R3 ZONE WHICH HAS A MINIMUM LOT SIZE
OF 6,000 SQUARE FEET BASED ON THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS:
1. THE LITERAL ENFORCEMENT OF THE ORDINANCE WILL CAUSE UNDUE
HARDSHIP FOR THE APPLICANT SINCE THERE IS NO OTHER LOCATION FOR THE
PROPOSED PROPERTY LINE AND AN ODD JOG IN THE PROPOSED PROPERTY
LINE WILL DEPRIVE THE OWNER OF PARCEL 2 A USABLE BACK YARD.
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4.5b. Discuss Sherburne County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
Zoning Assistant Kendra Lindahl informed the Council that the Sherburne County
household hazardous waste clean up event on September 21 was a success.
4.5c. Code Enforcement Issues
Zoning Assistant Kendra Lindahl reviewed code enforcement updates pertaining
to 1996 complaints received by the zoning department.
4.5d. Discuss Changes to the Wetland Conservation Act
Building and Zoning Administrator Steve Rohlf reviewed the significant changes to
the Wetland Conservation Act for 1996.
4.6. Grading Quotes for Baseball/Softball Recreation Fields
Street/Park Superintendent Phil Hals indicated that due to the busy time of year
he has received only one quote for grading the Cass property, however, he
expects to receive two more quotes within the week.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO AUTHORIZE STAFF TO REVIEW THE THREE
QUOTES AND TO APPROVE THE LOW QUOTE FOR GRADING OF THE CASS FIELDS
PROVIDING THAT THE QUOTE IS UNDER $25,000. COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL
• SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
4.7. Consider Meetina Date for MSF Worksession
Assistant City Administrator Lori Johnson indicated that the City Administrator is
requesting the Council to call a special meeting in order to hold a worksession
regarding the Minnesota Sports Federation.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY
COUNCIL ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, AT 6 P.M. TO DISCUSS THE MINNESOTA
SPORTS FECERATION PROPOSAL. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
5.1a. Derrick Investment Preliminary Plat
5.1 b. Derrick Investment Conditional Use Permit
5.1c. Derrick Investment Rezoning
City Planner Steve Ach indicated that the Council is requested to reconsider the
following applications: a) rezoning of approximately 15 acres from Ric to PUD; b)
preliminary plat request to subdivide approximately 17 acres into 6 single family
lots and 15 townhouse lots; and c) a conditional use permit request for site plan
review of a proposed 60 unit senior townhouse project as a planned unit
development. Steve Ach indicated that he met with the developer several times
to review issues of concern which the Council had on September 16, 1996.
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Terry Lenz, 11829 Highland Road, thanked the Mayor and Council for their
IIIconsideration of the project and indicated that she hoped the project was
approved.
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Councilmember Farber indicated that the development would have a major
impact on the neighborhood which would not add to the population of the
schools. Councilmember Farber requested the Councilmembers to consider
waiving the park and recreation fees. He stated that if the park fees were not
waived, the developer could develop the property with single family lots, making
the property more dense.
Councilmember Scheel indicated she would also like to see the park dedication
fees waived. Councilmember Scheel also stated that if the park is going to be a
city park, she would like to see it designated as a park for senior citizens.
Councilmember Dietz and Mayor Duitsman indicated that they were not in favor
of waiving the park dedication fees as it would set a precedence which would
affect other developers.
Roger Derrick, developer, discussed with the Council eight issues of concern
which are as follows:
1. Request that the area assessment for sanitary sewer of$3,800 per
acre be waived for the 1.7 acres that will not be used.
2. Eliminate the concrete curb and gutter along the driveways within
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Eliminate the sidewalk along Highland Road.
4. Waive the requirement to extend the waterline along 193rd
Avenue from the projects northeast corner along the cemetery to
Holt Street.
5. Authorize grading on the city park property to facilitate the
construction of a driveway next to the westerly property line.
6. Approve the preliminary plot with seven single family lots along
193rd Avenue.
7. Authorize the payment of installation of utilities for the townhomes
as part of the building permit fee. In addition, consider payment
of park dedication and other development fees at time of building
permit.
8. Authorization to start grading prior to final plat recording.
There being no further comments, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing.
Discussion was held regarding Item #7. City Attorney Peter Beck indicated that
staff can work with the developer to address this issue and include language in
the planned unit development agreement. This issue would apply only to the
townhomes.
After discussion regarding these issues, it was the consensus of the Council to
authorize approval of the preliminary plat including Mr. Derrick's conditions
numbers 2-8, but excluding condition number 1.
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COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO APPROVE THE PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR
DERRICK INVESTMENT COMPANY TO SUBDIVIDE 17 ACRES INTO 7 SINGLE FAMILY
LOTS AND 15 TOWNHOUSE LOTS WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. A DEVELOPER'S AGREEMENT BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED PRIOR TO
RELEASING THE FINAL PLAT FOR RECORDING.
2. A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED
PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING.
3. ALL OF THE COMMENTS OUTLINED IN TERRY MAURER'S MEMO DATED
SEPTEMBER 13, 1996, BE INCORPORATED INTO THE PLAT FOR APPROVAL.
4. APPROPRIATE DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS BE PROVIDED
THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE PLAT TO ALLOW THE EXTENSION OF UTILITIES.
5. A CASH PAYMENT BE MADE TO SATISFY THE PARK DEDICATION
REQUIREMENTS IN THE AMOUNT REQUIRED BY THE CITY AT THE TIME OF FINAL
PLAT OF EACH PHASE. PAYMENT SCHEDULE SHALL BE OUTLINED IN THE
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT.
6. METHOD OF PAYMENT OF SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEE TO BE
OUTLINED IN THE PUD AGREEMENT.
7. THE DEVELOPER HAS AGREED TO PROVIDE THE CITY WITH DOCUMENTATION
THAT WILL STATE THE MINIMUM PRICE OF THE HOMES TO BE BUILT ON LOTS 1
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8. A WATER AVAILABILITY CHARGE OF $300 PER LOT BE PAID TO ELK RIVER
UTILITIES BE PAID PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING. THE
DEVELOPER MAY REQUEST ELK RIVER UTILITIES CONSIDER ALLOWING THIS FEE
TO BE MADE AT THE TIME OF BUILDING PERMIT ISSUANCE. THE DEVELOPER
SHOULD CONSULT WITH ELK RIVER UTILITIES TO DETERMINE ANY ADDITIONAL
FEES OR CHARGES THAT MAY BE REQUIRED.
9. ANY STREET LIGHTS REQUIRED BY ELK RIVER UTILITIES BE INCORPORATED INTO
THE PROJECT AND BE MADE PART OF THE DEVELOPER'S AGREEMENT.
10. A GRADING PLAN BE PROVIDED FOR REVIEW AND APPROVAL BY THE CITY
ENGINEER PRIOR TO COMMENCING WORK ON SITE.
11. A DEVELOPMENT PLAN IDENTIFYING FINISHED FLOOR ELEVATION AND TYPE
OF HOME BE PROVIDED TO THE CITY ENGINEER FOR REVIEW.
12. DEVELOPER SIGN A PETITION WAIVING RIGHTS TO APPEAL ASSESSMENT FOR
THE UTILITIES TO BE INSTALLED AS PART OF THIS PROJECT.
13. THE DEVELOPER BE RESPONSIBLE FOR EXTENDING UTILITIES TO THE WESTERN
LIMITS OF THE PLAT.
14. PROPERTY WILL NEED TO BE ASSESSED $3,800.00 PER ACRE FOR TRUNK SEWER
. AND WATER.
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• COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR
SITE PLAN REVIEW OF A 60 UNIT, .EN1QR TOWNHOUSE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
FOR DERRICK INVESTMENT COMPANY WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. THE REZONING AND PLAT APPROVAL BE ACTED UPON BY THE CITY COUNCIL
PRIOR TO APPROVING THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT.
2. COMMENTS FROM TERRY MAURER'S MEMO DATED SEPTEMBER 13, 1996, BE
INCORPORATED INTO THE SITE PLANS FOR APPROVAL.
3. CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER BE PROVIDED THROUGHOUT ALL ROADWAYS
THAT ARE 30 FEET WIDE.
4. A COMPLETE LANDSCAPING PLAN BE SUBMITTED FOR REVIEW AND
APPROVAL PRIOR TO COMMENCING WORK ON SITE.
5. THE CENTER ISLAND IN THE DRIVEWAY OFF OF JACKSON BE CUT BACK OUT
OF THE RIGHT-OF-WAY.
6. ALL LANDSCAPED AREAS SHALL HAVE UNDERGROUND IRRIGATION.
7. THE TOWNHOUSE UNITS DEVELOPED IN THIS PROJECT SHALL CONSIST OF THE
FOLLOWING:
• • CAMBRIDGE- 970 SQ. FT.
• DARTMOUTH- 1,154 SQ. FT.
• DEVONSHIRE- 1,175 SQ. FT.
• HEATHERTON- 1,412 SQ. FT.
• EDINBOROUGH- 1,595 SQ. FT.
8. NO PARKING SIGNS SHALL BE PROVIDED THROUGHOUT THE PROJECT AS
REQUIRED BY THE FIRE CHIEF.
9. A COMPLETE LIGHTING PLAN BE SUBMITTED FOR REVIEW PRIOR TO
COMMENCING WORK ON SITE.
10. DEVELOPER PROVIDE THE CITY A COPY OF DOCUMENTS SUPPORTING THE
SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO ADOPT ORDINANCE 96-24, GRANTING THE
REZONING OF APPROXIMATELY 15 ACRES FROM RIC, SINGLE FAMILY, TO PUD,
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, FOR SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT OF 15 BUILDINGS (60
UNITS) FOR DERRICK INVESTMENT COMPANY BASED ON THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
1. THE DENSITY OF THE TOWNHOUSE PROJECT IS CONSISTENT WITH THE CURRENT
LAND USE DESIGNATION OF MR (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) AND OTHER
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• 2. THE PROJECT IS SERVED BY COLLECTOR STREETS ON TWO SIDES AND THE
EXISTING ROADWAY SYSTEM CAN SUPPORT THE TRAFFIC THAT WILL BE
GENERATED FROM THE PROPOSED PROJECT.
3. THE REZONING IS A LOGICAL TRANSITION OF LAND USE BETWEEN THE
HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL IMMEDIATELY TO THE EAST, MULTI-FAMILY TO THE
SOUTH AND SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO THE WEST AND NORTH.
4. THE AVAILABLE INFRASTRUCTURE IS SIZED ACCORDINGLY AND CAN BE
EXTENDED TO SERVE THE PROPOSED PROJECT.
5. BY SAVING THE NATURAL RIDGE LINE AND MATURE TREES ON SITE, THE
PROPOSED PROJECT MEETS THE INTENT OF A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
THROUGH CREATIVE DESIGN AND PRESERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES.
COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
6. Open Mike
There was no one present.
7. Other Business
None presented.
10 8. Staff Updates
None presented.
9. Adjournment
There being no further business, COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO ADJOURN
THE MEETING. COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION
CARRIED 5-0.
The meeting of the Elk River City Council was adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra Thackeray
City Clerk
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