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Fork Oaks 4t~ Addition. The lots range in size from 1.7 to 3.4 acres, which exceeds the Northfork PUD one-acre minimum lot size. Only Lot 6 meets the 160-foot lot width requirement at the 40-foot building setback line. In accordance with the May 9, 1989 Northfork Park Dedication Agreement, there are not park dedication obligations to be met in this plat. However, the Developer has agreed to d~dicate a 35-foot linear park along the east boundary of the plat to facilitate a trail link to the north. The Grading Plan identifies stands of existing trees, but it does not identify trees to be preserved and the planting of one tree in each front year. The Developer has engaged the services of Kunde Company to prepare their Tree Preservation Plan. Citizen Input A letter was received from Janette Monear, 8513 164a' Lane NW, Rarnsey, expressing concern over tree preservation and connectivity of trails and open space. Chairperson Anderson questioned the discrepancy of the 160-foot lot width requirement. Dennis Peck, North Fork, Inc., explained that every lot in the P.U.D. is suppose to have a 160 foot lot width at the 40 foot building setback line. He stated that North Fork, Inc. would be willing to put something in the Development Agreement stating that the houses would be situated on the lots at locations where lots are at least 160 foot width. Commissioner Johnson requested that Mr. Peck respond to the letter from Ms. Wald. Mr. Peck replied that he was able to discuss Ms. Monear's concerns during a phone conversation with her. One concern was regarding the trail corridor and the plat fulfills the commitment to complete a trail link on the east side of the property. Her second concern was regarding preservation of trees and he explained that North Fork, Inc., has contracted with Kunde Company to do a report for each lot which is used to determine the best site location of the home. Mr. Peck also noted that North Fork, Inc. may require that each property owner constructing a home in the development meet with Kunde Company prior to construction. In his opinion Ms. Monear's major complaint was with the City because there is not an enforceable tree ordinance. Motion by Commissioner Dempsey, seconded by Commissioner Wivoda, to close the public hearing. Motion Carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Anderson, Commissioners Dempsey, Wivoda, Johnson, and Kociscak. Voting No: None. Absent: Commissioner Jensen and Commissioner Nixt. The public hearing closed at 7:43 p.m. Cbmmission Business Planning Commission/March 6, 2000 Page 6 of 25