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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Monday, July18, 2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. RPUD standards require that 10 percent of the development site be provided as a private recreation area or open space to serve the residents of the development. The wetlands, which encompass a significant portion of the development, act as open space but are not accessible for recreation purposes since the wetlands will be placed within individual lots rather than as a separate commons area. In addition to the creation of a private recreation area to serve the residents of the development, the City requires dedication of 8 percent of the land as public park or payment of the equivalent value in cash. The nearest public open space is the Lydiard Beach area located to the south of the site. The Planning Commission should consider the following in connection with the preliminary plat review: Is the Commission comfortable with the level of flexibility requested, recognizing that RPUD standards require a significant level of development flexibility. Does the Commission have any concerns regarding the lot widths, setbacks, or other RPUD standards for which flexibility is required in this proposal? 2. Is the Commission comfortable moving the project forward, recognizing that the landscaping plan, engineering and storm water management plans have not been fully reviewed. Should trails or sidewalks be provided to connect this neighborhood with the community at large? 4. Is it imperative that 10 percent private open space be provided by the developer? Should the Planning Commission wish to approve the applications, Staff recommends the following conditions: The City should identify alternate sites for higher density development if the Comprehensive Plan Amendment is approved. 2. Rezoning to RPUD, to be formally approved at the time of final plat approval. Page 4 of 16