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LRRWMO Meeting Minutes April 18, 1996 Page 10 Weaver stated there is a need to alert the developers that this will be required to assure conditions are met. Jankowski asked if this will be a standazd requirement of all developments. Weaver stated he believes it should be unless other assurances are provided. Jankowski noted the elevation does not impact the downstream flooding but, rather, protects the owners of the future dwellings from flooding. He questioned who's responsibility this should be, the LRRWMO or member cities. Obermeyer advised the WMO has regulations requiring floor elevations one foot above. Ferguson noted this will be increased to two feet which may conflict with some member city codes. Jankowski asked if this assurance has been required with all plans. Schultz questioned whether a liability issue is involved with the LRRWMO and stated he believes the WMO makes recommendations to developers and cities certify through their quarterly reports that projects meet all the conditions set for approval. He questioned action should the projects be found out of compliance. Jankowski noted that once developers aze required to certify, it opens another level of regulation and • the question is whether the LRRWMO is responsible for assuring they are correct. Schultz noted Anoka does not have staff to handle all of this but it would put the developer on notice and require the site is inspected to assure compliance. Weaver acknowledged concern by the host city of the project and questioned whether the motion on the floor is too broad in its impact and should be revised. Haas suggested a recommendation to the member city to check the grading elevations prior to issuing a certificate of occupancy. Ferguson stated he understands the concerns but would support Haas' suggestion that the responsibility be kept at the City level. Weaver withdrew his motion and Haas removed the second. Motion by Weaver, seconded by Haas, to recommend Coon Rapids verify floor elevations of the Nature's Edge development and provide written verification to the LRRWMO. Vote: 2 ayes, 2 nays (Ferguson and Haas). Motion failed. The LRRWMO asked Obenneyer to continue his review and provide recommendations based on the current elevation requirement (one foot above OHW). It was noted this elevation level is a requirement, not a recommendation. • Schultz asked who will verify that the Natures Edge project is constructed in accordance with the LRRWMO conditions of approval. Haas stated in Andover, the Building Department checks it in the