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boundary of the plat. A cul-de-sac would extend east off of Lithium to service the remainder of the lots. The existing homestead will have access to the cul-de-sac. The plat has been forwarded to Mn/DOT for review and it is expected that they will suggest that the two existing driveways onto T.H. #47 fi'om the existing homestead be abandoned and that right of access along T.H. #47 be dedicated to the State. The proposed cul-de-sac does not exceed the 600-foot length restriction. All of the lots meet the 10,800 square foot lot area and 80 foot lot width (measured at the building setback) requirements. Although density transitioning is currently not required between neighborhoods of differing densities, the Developer has provided for two one-acre lots on the common property line with the larger existing rural lots to the north. Sidewalks will be required along 158o. and Lithium Streets. The Park and Recreation Commission met on September 20, 2001, and recommended that park dedication be satisfied by the dedication of a 20-foot trail easement running parallel to State Highway #47 and a cash contribution. The Commission also recommended that the Developer be required to pave a trail running from the northerly limits of River Pines 5th Addition to the southerly limits of Apple Ridge, with the cost of trail construction outside the limits of River Pines 5th Addition being credited towards trail fees due on the plat. The Planning Commission met on January 3, 2002, and conducted the public hearing regarding the proposed preliminary plat. There were no written or verbal comments submitted at the hearing. The Planning Commission recommended preliminary plat approval. Councilmember Zimmennan stated that at a previous meeting the Council had authorized some money for a turnaround and inquired if the developer would be refunding that money to the City since the street is now going through. Community Development Director Frolik replied that she did not believe that the funds were paid because the plat was approved. Director of Public Works/Fire Chief Kapler noted that he would verify that information. Councilmember Zimmerman inquired if a trail fee was collected for the Apple Ridge subdivision to cover the costs of the trail along T.H. #47. Community Development Director Frolik replied that she was not sure if trail fees were collected when Apple Ridge was platted. She explained that the trail would be constructed from River Pines 5'h Addition to Apple Ridge with the developer receiving credit towards trail fees for the trail construction within the Apple Ridge development. Councilmember Hendriksen stated that the Council agreed to use trail fees at the Finance Committee level for a master trail plan, but if they use all of the trail fees for trails within a development they will not be receiving the additional funds to pay for the cost of the master trail plan. Comlnunity Development Director Frolik noted that the trail construction within the development would not be credited towards trail fees. City Council/January 22, 2002 Page 11 of 25