Agenda - Planning Commission - 01/31/2013 - Special

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recommends that the proposal generally conforms with zoning standards; however, additional modifications should be made as a contingency of approval. Without modification, there would be minor non -conforming standards and therefore, Staff does not recommend this alternative (refer to Staff Review File for concerns). Alternative #3: The Planning Commission could recommend denial of the request. If this is the preferred action, the Planning Commission would need to draft Findings of Fact to support the denial. There are some positive effects, as noted above, that would be delayed. In addition, the existing infrastructure (roadway and utilities) would continue to go un-utilized, creating some maintenance issues. Funding Source: All costs associated with review of the Application are the responsibility of the Applicant. An escrow has been set up for the benefit of the review and sufficient funds deposited by the Applicant. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the Preliminary Plat. Please note that Preliminary Plat approval provides certain entitlement to proceed with the project. The Final Plat is an approval of that Plat as to form for recording, and is not reviewed by the Planning Commission. If the Planning Commission has concerns about the layout or standards of the Plat, it should voice those concerns at this time. Additionally, Staff recommends approval of the Site Plan, contingent upon revisions to the architectural renderings consistent with The COR Design Framework and previous City Council direction. Committee Action: Due to Staff recommendations to add contingencies for recommendation for approval, Staff recommends that the following motions be made separately: Motion # 1 Motion to recommend that the City Council adopt a resolution granting Preliminary Plat Approval for SEASONS OF RAMSEY. Motion #2 Motion to recommend that the City Council approve the Site Plan for Seasons of Ramsey, contingent upon compliance with the City Staff Review File dated January 25th, 2013 AND subject to revised architectural renderings that comply with The COR Design Framework and previous City Council direction to the Developer. Attachments Site Location Map Site Plan Landscape Plan Floor Plan Architectural Elevations Front (Private Street) Elevation Rear (Public Street) Elevation Preliminary Plat Turning Exhibit Grading Plan Resolution Granting Preliminary Plat Approval Staff Review File