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John Peterson, developer for Oakwood Development, thanked staff for their assistance with this <br />project. He explained his property was right at the MUSA boundary. He stated his original <br />intent was to create 13 lots served by municipal water and sewer. However, after speaking with <br />his neighbor it was determined the Levin's were interested in developing their property as well. <br />He described how his plans have changed in order to keep the cul-de-sac less than 600 feet, to <br />reduce the need for fill and to preserve trees. He noted the barn onsite was being demolished. <br />Commissioner Surma asked who would be the builder for this project. <br />Mr. Peterson explained he would serve as the developer and reported the seven lots would be <br />sold to builders. <br />Commissioner Nosan recommended the three -acre lot having the driveway moved to the north. <br />She stated she was supportive of the development overall. <br />5.08: Public Hearing: Consider Ordinance #17-04 Amending Irrigation Requirements <br />(Project #17-104) <br />Public Hearing <br />Chairperson Bauer called the public hearing to order at 8:58 p.m. <br />Presentation <br />City Planner Anderson presented the staff report stating during the early part of this year, the <br />Environmental Policy Board (EPB) discussed a potential ordinance amendment regarding <br />irrigation requirements for multi -family and commercial/industrial developments. The intention <br />originally was simply to eliminate the City Code requirement that in -ground irrigation systems be <br />installed in all multi -family and commercial/industrial projects. However, based on information <br />received at their January meeting from a guest speaker, the EPB directed Staff to revise <br />the Ordinance so that it also stipulates that ifan irrigation system is installed (including single <br />family parcels), it shall be equipped with a rain sensor (per state statute) as well as one or more <br />water efficient technologies. This could include, but would not be limited to, a smart controller, <br />soil moisture sensor(s), and/or an evapotranspiration (ET) sensor(s). This provides enough <br />flexibility so that as future advances in water efficient irrigation technologies are developed, it <br />will not require additional ordinance amendments. Staff reviewed the request further with the <br />Commission and recommended approval. <br />Citizen Input <br />Commissioner Nosan asked if a residential homeowner needed a permit to install an irrigation <br />system. <br />City Planner Anderson stated this was required by the State of Minnesota. <br />Planning Commission/April 6, 2017 <br />Page 10 of 12 <br />