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Final Plat Review: Letendre Addition December 4, 2003 2 of 3 the right-of-way alignment that would be necessary for the future extension of 171st Avenue N.W. to the west side of Tiger Street. Therefore, the applicant has reconfigured the minor subdivision to include Lot 3, Block I, Tranby Terrace 2nd Addition and received a variance to plat 3 lots within the 579 feet of frontage on Tiger Street versus the 600 foot required. Location of Existing Structures: There are existing homes and accessory buildings on Lots 2 and 3. All of the structures meet required setbacks from property lines with the exception of a small storage shed on Lot 3. The sketch plan identifies that the shed is 1.6 feet off the property line; the required setback is 10 feet. The development agreement will require removal or relocation of the shed to bring it into compliance with City Code. Drainage: No grading plan has been required for this plat. The development of the new lot created will require ensuring positive drainage for any future structures constructed. Easements: The standard 10 foot (5 feet along common boundary lines) drainage and utility easements are provided around the perimeter of all three lots. A wetland exists on the northern corner of Lot 2. This lot is over 10 acres in size and according to City Code, the wetland does not have to be delineated by a certified delineator. However, Staff is recommending that the unofficial wetland delineation shown on the plat be encumbered with a drainage and utility easement as proposed. Soils: The soils contained within the plat belong to the Nymore grouping which have slight to moderate limitations for on site septic systems. There are sufficient areas of these class 1 soils on each lot that an original and replacement soil absorption site should be available. Access to Lots. The subdivision is not proposing construction of new streets into the plat. The two existing homesteads currently have access to Tiger Street and the newly created lot will also access Tiger Street N.W. Utilities: All lots will be served by on-site septic system and well. Park Dedication: The sketch plan was reviewed by the Park Commission on November 13 and was tabled for further information. The Park Commission reviewed the plat again on December 4 and recommended a cash payment to satisfy park dedication requirements. The plat wilt be subject to the f~e in effect at the time of final plat approval. The current rate is $1,800.00 for each new lot created; existing homesteads are exempt from the fee. The park dedication fee must be paid in full prior to the City releasing the plat for recording. Trail Fee: The City has established a trail development fee at a rate of $475 per unit; existing homesteads are exempt from this fee. The plat will be subject to the trail fee in effect at the time of final plat approval. This fee must be paid prior to the City releasing the mylars for recording.