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MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, January 27, 2003 7:00 o'clock p.m. . ( #02- 2789/02 -2840 DAHLSTROM DEVELOPMENT LLC, Continued) - The character and feel of North Lane becomes more `open', as the number of units with driveways accessing North Lane reduces from 16 to 12. - With regard to the wetland encroachment of the 26' Orono setback by buildings, roads and trails, staff does not have a problem with the minor wetland and/or buffer impacts proposed which generally pose no greater impact to the actual wetlands themselves as compared to the approved concept plan. Gaffron pointed out that the drainage emergency overflow issue has been resolved, as the applicant has revised plans to show such an overflow across Kelley Parkway west of the main entry road. With regard to the pending MCWD approvals, Gaffron stated that, it appears, Mike Wyatt of MCWD, is in support of the current site plan and wetland impact/mitigation plan. Although it will not go before the MCWD board until February 27, Gaffron indicated that Mr. Wyatt believed the wetland buffer variances are the main issues remaining for discussion. As the Concept Plan Approval resolution would not be granted until MCWD permits are in . hand, Gaffron stated that, from staff's perspective, the Council has the option of adopting the General Development Plan and Preliminary Plat Approval resolution subject to at least four important conditions: 1. If MCWD approvals result in revisions to the site plan and preliminary plat, the changes are subject to review by the Council and the Council has the option to not accept the changes. 2. A firm commitment is needed from the developer regarding the payment of the various development fees based on the amounts or formulas as defined in Council's approval of staff recommendation December 9. 3. A firm commitment is needed from the developer regarding payment of a contribution toward the City's affordable housing program in lieu of providing units within the project. 4. If there are significant revisions to the site plan, the amenities, or any other aspects of the approved plans, the City Council reserves the right to further review and accept or reject those changes. Gaffron suggested the Council review page 14 of the Resolution, which establishes the conditions that must be met before final plat approval and/or before rezoning would occur. Gaffron noted that the developer has indicated that he is willing to sign a waiver of any • vested rights he may have accrued by obtaining preliminary plat approval, to give the City PAGE 8 of 28