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CC Regular Session 7. 4. Meeting Date: 01/24/2017 By: Tim Gladhill, Community Development Information Title: Review Concept Plan for Pearson Farm; Case of Capstone Homes Purpose/Background: The purpose of this case is to provide preliminary feedback for a future plat currently known as Pearson Farm. This is not an official application at this time,but does merit a policy discussion on several aspects of the proposed subdivision: 1. Comprehensive Plan Amendment(and subsequently a Zoning Amendment) 2. Use of Planned Unit Development District .Lot Sizes . Setbacks .Open space 3. Mandatory Environmental Review 4. Park Dedication and Trail Fees (cash contribution or specified improvements) 5. Cost Share of Trunk Infrastructure 6. Street Access to Alpine Drive (location, alignment, sight lines) Notification: Notification is not required at this time,but will occur with future steps. Observations/Alternatives: As this is a conceptual plan at this point, Staff is forwarding at this stage to introduce the concept early, especially in light of mandatory environmental review required by State Law. The Developer desires initial feedback on the concept before starting the official review process. The entire review process (City, State,Watershed, etc.)may mean a construction start date of approximately July 2017 or later. The following is a synopsis of key issues and opportunities associated with the aforementioned subdivision processes and requirements. Comprehensive Plan Amendment The proposed concept appears generally in line with the Comprehensive Plan,which guides this area for a mix of medium density residential (3-7 units per acre)and a small portion of high density residential (7-15 units per acre). However,the boundaries of the Land Use Districts do not match exactly that of the proposed development concept. The Comprehensive Plan will need to be adjusted slightly to reflect the proposal. Planned Unit Development The site is comprised of a mix of R-2 Residential and R-3 Residential to match the Comprehensive Plan addressed above.While a majority of the proposal appears to meet minimum zoning standards,there areas that may deviate slightly from minimums. In addition, a significant amount of open space, of value to the project,may impact net density. Finally,the site is being planned as a whole, and phased over time. Due to these layers of review, a Planned Unit Development may be an appropriate tool to employ at this time.