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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Monday, July18, 2016 6:30 o'clock p.m. Leskinen stated according to Exhibit N, it sounds like Hennepin County is not completely thrilled with the location of the entrance. Leskinen asked whether Staff has a preference. Barnhart indicated Staff would prefer it to be in the middle. Barnhart stated it is likely that Hennepin County forgot that they originally agreed to the proposed location and that he has reminded them that across the street is a lift station. Barnhart stated they seemed comfortable with that and that he could ask them to send a new letter if that would be helpful. Rick Denman, Charles Cudd Company, stated the most important thing he can say is that they have developed a number of neighbors over the years and that this is a smaller neighborhood development aimed at a niche market. Denman noted they have invited the neighbors, City Council, and Planning Commission members to visit some of their other similar models in Medina. Denman noted this site is a transitional area and that they are moving from larger single-family homes to smaller lots. Denman stated the other option would be to construct something that is higher density but that they believe there is a market for this product. Lemke asked if the City has not done the engineering review or whether the applicant still needs to complete that. Barnhart stated the engineering and calculations by the applicant have been received but that Staff has not had time to completely review the findings. Barnhart stated he is confident it will be completed prior to City Council review. Lemke asked if the same issue applies to the storm water management. Barnhart indicated it does. Lemke asked if the applicant will be providing a more detailed landscaping plan. Denman indicated they will be. Denman stated they have not yet determined what type of trees will be planted and in what locations. Page 6 of 16