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that has been presented to the City, there would be 4 houses per acre. He suggested that there be a transition area between the existing homes and the proposed urban lots. Gary Martz, 5200 155~ Lane, Ramsey, explained that he purchased a two acre lot two years ago and at that time came to City Hall to inquire about the land in question. At that time, he was informed that the land would be developed with one-acre tots, which is the reason he purchased the property. With the concept plan, he would have three Iots in his back'yard. Mark Barrett, 5221 155~ La.ne, Ramsey, explained that he purchased his home in October of 1998 and just prior to moving into his home he contacted the City to inquire about the land in question and was told by the Community .Development Department that there was presently no plans to develop the property, but if the land were developed, it would have to be developed with one acre lots. Nancy Stafford, 15650 Juniper Ridge Drive, Ramsey, stated that she has lived in Ramsey for 15 years and when they purchased their home they were told that the Iand would be developed with one acre lots. She explained that all of the residents realized that the land would-be developed, but not smaller than one-acre lots. Jim Loretz, 15551 Barium Street, Ramsey, stated that he has been a resident of Ramsey for 26 years and that his main concern regarding the rezoning is how the traffic issue will be addressed. Diana Gilbertson, 15550 Salish Street NW, Ramsey, requested a show of hands from the res/dents present who were opposed to the rezoning. The majority of-the residents present were opposed to the rezoning. Craig Shizel, 15554 Juniper Ridge Drive, Ramsey, stated that the increase in density is being requested so the developer can make more money. Commissioner Dempsey inquired if any of the residents had knowledge of who from City Staff made the comments about the land being developed into one acre lots. Mr. Barrett replied that he talked to the Planning and Development department, but was unable to recall the name of who he talked to. Commissioner Johnson noted that there have been changes in personnel since 1998. Community Development Director Frolik explained that if someone from Community Development received a call regarding the land, staff would have to inform them of the current R-1 Rural Residential zoning which is 1 acre lots. Staff would also note that the property is within the MUSA which could 'affect the zoning and minimum lot size of the property. Mr. Barrett replied that he was told there were no plans for the property in September of 1998; and then was informed two weeks later of a City meeting regarding rezoning of the property. -190- Planning Commission/June 6, 2000 Page 6 of 13 I I I ! I I I I l, ! I I I, I I I