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#03-2998 March 12, 2004 Page6 11. Conformity with Shoreland Regulations The setback to the creek bank for Long Lake Creek for this sewered property is 7 5' Wetland setbacks of26' must be adhered to. The MCWD may require greater setbacks for this wetland. 12. Wetlands On Site and/or Impacted The wetlands on the property were delineated a few years ago to help determine the amount of dry buildable area. The City will require aFlowage and Conservation Easement over all wetlands designated on the site. The applicant is advised to avoid any impacts to wetlands which can be avoided by proper site layout. The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) is the City's LGU for administration of the Wetland Conservation Act rules. 13. Tree and/or Woodland Impacts The site is heavily wooded with a variety of tree species. Orono does not have a tree preservation ordinance other than within the 0-75' lakeshore and creek setback zone, where clearcutting and removal of trees 6" or greater in diameter is prohibited. The developer may be required to provide boulevard trees along the private road at appropriate locations. The developer is encouraged to preserve as many trees as possible to retain the wooded character of the property. 13. Archaeological Site Proximity or Study Needed Given the unique nature of the site in its proximity to Long Lake Creek, the developer is advised to contact the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) to determine whether an archaeological study is warranted. 14. Potential Bluff Impacts While there are steep slopes on the site, none appear to meet the criteria to be considered as bluffs; however, staff has not done a detailed analysis, which should be completed before any conclusions are reached. Summary The goal of this review is to provide the developer with an overview of the pertinent City ordinances and how they affect the proposed plat, and to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each of the various proposals. The above comments reveal a number of issues for subdividing this property, and also suggest some opportunities for preservation of unique amenities associated with the site. During the sketch plan review, the developer should advise whether any of the issues noted present particular problems, so that those issues can be discussed and the potential for approval or denial of variances to code standards can be addressed by the Planning Commission. Planning Commission should review each topic and identify any issues to which the developer should pay special attention.