04-19-1999 Planning Commission Minutes

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ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES FOR APRIL 19, 1999 • 5. #2477 GEORGE STICKNEY,250 AND 340 OLD CRYSTAL BAY SOUTH ROAD SOUTH - CLASS III SUBDIVISION, 7:06 p.m. -7:32 p.m.—(cont.) Stickney commented that it was their goal with this subdivision to preserve the natural features of the property as much as possible, noting that they will require a covenant that any trees removed as part of the development will need to be replaced. Hawn inquired whether there were any public comments regarding this application. Pat Dougherty, Old Crystal Bay Road, stated he has no particular difficulties with this proposed subdivision, but expressed a concern over the amount of land developed to the north and the increased water runoff problems they have been experiencing since that time. Dougherty requested that that issue be addressed. Stickney commented that he would be willing to review the drainage to see if steps could be taken to correct the problem. Weinberger stated City Staff would like to see more water runoff to the drainage pond. Stickney remarked that there will not be a horse housed on Lot 2 due to a covenant that will be in effect with this subdivision. Lindquist commented that the Applicant should be aware that City Staff is recommending a ten foot easement in addition to the park dedication fee for this subdivision. Hawn noted that the City is not in possession of the septic reports for this subdivision. • Stickney stated that the septic inspector has been out to the property and has not found any major issues involving the septic. Stickney remarked that it was his understanding that the reports had been submitted to the City and was not sure why the City does not have them at this time. Hawn inquired how frequently variances are given to lots that do not meet the 200 foot setback at the street. Weinberger stated that variances to street width are typically granted on a cul-de-sac due to the fact that if the lots were required to meet the 200 foot street width, that the lots would not function well with the other lots and would have an unusual configuration. Stoddard inquired whether this was a subdivision or preliminary plat approval. Stickney stated it was a preliminary plat application. Stoddard moved, Lindquist seconded, to recommend approval of Application #2477, 250 and 340 Old Crystal Bay Road South, Class Ill Preliminary Plat Subdivision, to permit variances to the 200 foot street width for Lots 3, 4, and 5, subject to the conditions outlined in the April 19, 1999 Planner's Report and the April 5, 1999 City Engineer's report, and further subject to the incorporation of any recommendations by the DNR and Hennepin County regarding the drainage into the final plat application. VOTE: Ayes 6, Nays 0. • Page 6