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e realized rty. body within cil actionr aff review; lie along the ■o south of issimilative nd. that would will want I quality of as before ;he guidelines the Hennepin pond 8,000 sf ation District id applic®^^®*'' e owner and that 111 require all die. 1n involves more ic yards.) he alteration of Dpardized by an :t advises of the ;at for wildlife, nd the lack of ng and brooding. fmstn The pond will cover approximately 8,000 sf in area at an existing elevation of 1033* with a maximum depth of 5*. The pond's design will be the same as the pond on Lot 2 with 4:1 side slopes on the uppermost portion of the pond. Lots 2 and 3 * s septic drainf ield areas will not be affected by the excavation of the pond nor will it create any problems for surrounding properties. The pond will enhance the aesthetic value of the property. Staff Recommendation To approve the conditional use permit application of Leekley, Inc. to excavate a decorative/wildlife pond on the property located at 2500 Sixth Avenue North based on the following findings; 1. The excavation for the pond will have no detrimental effect on the surrounding property. 2. The improvement will enhance the aesthetic value of the property. 3. The area of the excavation is not located near or within a drainageway nor will it impede natural drainage in the area. Approval is subject to the following conditions; 1. Apply for a Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) permit. 2. Construction of pond must follow guidelines setforth in the recommendation of the Hennepin Conservation District. a) 4;1 slopes at uppermost portion of pond. b) pond depth not to exceed depth of 5 feet c) maximum surface area of pond not to exceed 8,000 sf. 3. Applicant to pay for a separate conditional use permit application for Lot 3.