Minutes - Planning Commission - 12/05/1995

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Mr. Jankowsld agrccd that this was quitc an impact. Thc drivcway certainly would be restored. A mature tree cannot be replaced, however, a reasonable amount of landscaping could be done. Commissioner Thorud inquired whether the City ever considers cash restitution for trees. Mr. Kempf replied that he is not interested in the money, "you cannot replace trees." Mr. Jankowski responded that the City tries to negotiate a reasonable settlement or they will resort to other methods. Commissioner Deemer inquired whether it was possible to bore, and Mr. and Mrs. Kempf responded that the terrain would not accommodate boring. Commissioner Thomd inquired whether the Kempf's would be required to hook up to sewer and water, and Mr. Jankowski replied that City policy requires them to hook up within two years. Commissioner Deemer inquired whether the other neighbors were notified of the two-year hook-up rule. Mr. Jankowski stated he was unaware whether they were specifically notified on this issue, however, they were notified in the past at an informational meeting regarding the paving project. Discussions occurred at that time concerning the anticipation of the sewer and water in the area and the hook-up policy was also reviewed. Commissioner Henddksen inquired about the alternative routes for drainage should it be determined that there isn't sufficient ponding in the development, and Mr. Jankowski outlined the alternative routes. Commissioner Thomd inquired about the current drainage route, and Mr. Jankowski described such. Commissioner Thomd questioned whether the drainage could be contained on the property. Commissioner Deemer replied "only if you direct it to the commercial lot." Commissioner Thorud stated it would be his recommendation to do just that. Mr. Jankowski explained that the ponding would need to be large enough to handle a 100-year melt event, which would be quite a large pond. Commissioner Deemer noted that the outlot proposed to be zoned commercial has a residential structure on it, and he pointed out the City's policy regarding multiple use. Ms. Frolik advised that the applicant is aware of this and is planning to move the structure out. Commissioner Deemer also commented that the shrubbery on the comer of that lot should be taken out because the sight line for traffic on T.H. #47 at that intersection is poor. Motion by Commissioner LaDue and seconded by Commissioner Holland to recommend that City Council grant preliminary plat approval to Brandseth contingent upon compliance with the November 29, 1995 City Staff review letter. Planning Commission/December 5, 1995 Page 6 of 13