02-16-2021 Planning Commission Packet

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will be private sidewalks, but the development plan also proposes a new public sidewalk along Willow Drive. All proposed units have direct pedestrian connection to the private walkway system which is then ultimately connected to a public walk. The development lots will be part of a Homeowner's Association (HOA) which will provide care and maintenance of the private site amenities and private infrastructure. The HOA will be responsible for all snow removal within the development. The following is a summary of primary project elements or site features currently proposed: • 37 townhomes with varied architecture and similar features to the Stonebay development. • Creation of open space including a private outdoor recreational area/playground for use by the development residents. • Provision of an extensive private walkway network within the subdivision providing connectivity of each unit to internal walks as well as the new public walk and trail adjacent to the site. • Creation of a new public sidewalk connection along Willow Drive from Kelley Parkway southerly to Wayzata Boulevard and to the existing trail. • Enhanced development landscaping with perimeter decorative fencing, masonry columns and monument signage. • Provision of supplemental guest parking to ensure adequate parking for guests of the development residents. • Provision of additional stormwater management to additionally mitigate the new development impervious surface. Market We believe that development and home style provides a very nice for sale townhome product that is affordably priced and will enable us to attract first time buyers and families with young children. We also believe we'll attract divorced parents with full or part time children. Architecture The townhome architecture will follow a theme of Farmhouse, Contemporary Farmhouse elevation styles. The product will feature 9-feet main floor ceilings and 8-feet 2nd floor ceilings. Consumer choice will allow a mix of master bedrooms in the front of the home or in the rear of the home depending upon the home site choice. Stone or masonry accents on the front of the homes will be complimentary to the specific elevation theme. On these elevations,we are proposing using the following exterior cladding materials to maintain affordability for our targeted consumers: - Vinyl Siding—Front, Sides, and Rear - Hardi or LP Smartside Window/Door Trim—Front and Rear - Vinyl Window/Door Trim—Sides - Aluminum Soffit and Fascia - Stone/Brick Accents—Per Elevations - Asphalt Shingles Preliminary Development Request January 20, 2021 ORONO CROSSSINGS Page 3 of 6