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Our Mistioi}: To work together to reipoiibly grew our comma nityr, and to provide quality, cent-oliBcdwe, and efficient government services. CC Regular Session 4. 2. Meeting Date: 04/12/2016 By: Chris Anderson, Community Development Information Title: Consider Approvals Related to the Final Plat for Woodlands 2nd Addition; Case of Lennar Purpose/Background: Lennar Corporation (the "Developer") has submitted an application for Final Plat review of Woodlands 2nd Addition. The Final Plat consists of fifteen (15) new single family residential lots (combined with the first phase of Woodlands, this accounts for forty-one [41] of the eighty-five [85] lots approved as part of the Preliminary Plat). The Final Plat substantially complies with the approved Preliminary Plat of Sweetbay Ridge (2005) and Country Club Hills (2014). Notification: In accordance with City Code, only City Council approval is required for a Final Plat without a Public Hearing. Observations/Alternatives: The site is guided Low Density Residential (LDR) on the Comprehensive Plan and is located in the R-1 Residential (MUSA) district. As outlined in the attached technical review memo, the proposed subdivision generally conforms to all minimum standards of the City's Zoning Code; however, an interim variance for length of street is necessary as outlined below. The Landscape, Grading, Street, and Utility Plans generally conform to the City's minimum standards, with necessary revisions as outlined in the Staff Review Letter. As part of the review of the Preliminary Plat for Country Club Hills (since renamed Woodlands), the City Council directed the Developer to eliminate the proposed roadway connection from 159th Ave to Traprock St to the south. The Final Plat conforms with that direction as there is no longer a road connection from the Woodlands project to the Traprock Commons neighborhood. While the road connection has been eliminated, the Final Plat does include a bituminous trail connecting 159th Ave NW and Traprock St, which was a concept that appeared acceptable to the residents of Traprock Commons. As a result of this phase of the Woodlands project, a trunk water line will be extended south to the northern terminus of the Traprock St cul-de-sac and a fire hydrant will be installed. This will follow the trail corridor and will aide in any fire responses to the Traprock Commons neighborhood. As a result of the phasing of this project, 159th Ave NW will, at least temporarily, terminate mid -block. This results in a roadway length of more than 600 feet, which exceeds the design standards of City Code. The Developer has proposed to construct 159th Ave NW ninety (90) feet past the intersection with Sapphire St and will also construct ninety (90) feet of Sapphire St north of its intersection with 159th Ave. This proposal has been reviewed by public safety staff and is acceptable as an interim solution. Due to the length of the roadway, albeit a temporary condition, the Planning Commission will be considering a Variance for this condition at their April7, 2016 meeting. Staff is