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• LRRWMO Meeting Minutes April 18, 1996 Page 11 field with a level as part of the footing inspection. He reviewed details of the verification procedure which Andover instituted about two years ago. Obermeyer suggested a letter be sent to member cities encouraging them to start a field inspection program. Schultz commented on the added cost of additional inspections. Haas concurred but noted the cost for the City to become involved in a law suit is much higher. Weaver stated as a tax payer he is very disappointed the actual construction of Natures Edge will not be verified. He noted the LRRWMO just issued a permit in a very sensitive area with eight conditions, and to require a reasonable amount of verification that the development is constructed as presented is not asking too much. Ferguson stated he is unsure what Coon Rapids does with regard to verification. Weaver requested a response from Coon Rapids regarding their verification process. Ferguson stated he would like to see a verification process occur and he will make this recommendation to Coon Rapids. Jankowski questioned who is the most appropriate agency to assure verification. Weaver noted the • LRRWMO has done a good job of having the developer pay for the costs incurred related to their project. Jankowski noted the cost is eventually passed to the buyer and the city should be able to make this type of determination. Weaver commented on the negative impact which could result in obtaining financing if construction elevations are not verified. Ferguson questioned whether conditions such as this can be added after the permit has already been approved. Weaver maintained the verification request is a minor issue since the developer has indicated it will be done anyway. LRRWMO Permit #96-04 -Chestnut Ridge Third -Ramsey The LRRWMO reviewed the April 16, 1996 memorandum from Bob Obermeyer, Barr Engineering, indicating his review of the plans and application for site grading for the Chestnut Ridge 3rd Addition at the intersection of Potassium Street and Sunwood Drive in Ramsey fora 44-]ot single-family residential subdivision. It was noted Obermeyer recommends approval subject to eight conditions. Jankowski reviewed drainage patterns and point of outlet, and Obermeyer expanded the review by explaining how skimming will be provided. Motion by Haas, seconded by Ferguson, to approve LRRWMO Permit #96-04, Chestnut Ridge 3rd Addition, for site grading at the intersection of Potassium Street and Sunwood Drive in . Ramsey fora 44 lot single-family residential subdivision subject to the following conditions: 1. The erosion control measures must be constructed at the initial stages of construction and be maintained until all areas altered on the site have been restored.