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Trees and Wetlands <br />Healthy trees outside of the construction area and the delineated wetlands shall be preserved. The <br />developer shall provide legal agreements regarding protection of the wetlands, including <br />conservation, drainage and flowage easements. <br />Neighborhood Compatibility <br />The proposed development is architecturally compatible with the adjacent residential neighborhood <br />The proposed massing and materials are appropriate for the site. The height of the development shall <br />be less than 30' measured in accordance with the height definition in the Zoning Code. <br />Landscaping <br />A sufficient number of trees and landscaping shall be used to enhance the compatibility of the <br />project area. Plant materials selected should include seasonal plantings such as evergreen shrubs and <br />trees for winter livability. Visual or noise intrusion from vehicles and pedestrians should be <br />minimized by the use of landscaping and screening. Public spaces, common areas, and private <br />spaces should be clearly identified by the use of sidewalks and landscaping. <br />The City s consultant is reviewing the landscaping plan. <br />Access <br />Vehicular access to the site shall be provided via an extension of Livingston Avenue. 18 units will <br />have driveways off of the extension. The other 12 units will be served by a 22' driveway. Pedestrian <br />access will be provided between units. The "front" of the units is opposite the garage side and will <br />be accessible by sidewalks. Residents will typically access the units through the garage. The <br />Planning Commission should consider whether there should be a trail or path from the end of the 22' <br />private driveway to Shoreline Drive to provide a pedestrian path to the bus route and commercial <br />uses. A trail or path could also be constructed to provide a secondary emergency access. A path <br />would require trees to be removed and may have limited value as there is no sidewalk alone <br />Shoreline Drive in front of this parcel. <br />The Planmng Commission shall consider allowing the 18 units to be served by the temporary cul-de- <br />sac on Livingston Avenue. The City standard is to not allow more than 10 units. The horizontal <br />curve west of the cul-de-sac is 25 ft. less than the City standard. The proposed driveway for the 12 <br />units on Block 3 do not meet City design standards. The Planning Commission should consider <br /># 2308 Brook Park Realty <br />3560 Shoreline Drive <br />PRD and Prelim. Plat <br />10/20/97 <br />page—4