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The revised sketch plan is proposing to construct a combination of public and private streets throughout the development, similar to the streets that were approved with the first two phases of Town Center Gardens. Driveways are shown to be a minimum of 25' in length, which complies with City Code. A mix of 24- and 28-foot private streets is shown for internal circulation on the site. No parking would be permitted on 24-foot streets, while parking would be permitted on one side of 28-foot streets. The revised sketch plan shows 148th Avenue being brought to the western boundary of the plat. This is in compliance with City Code, which requires streets to be brought to the edge of the plat to facilitate development on adjacent parcels, should it occur. A temporary cul-de-sac will need to be provided on 147th Lane NW; this street also exceeds the maximum cul-de-sac length as outlined in City Code. A variance will be required for this length of cul-de-sac. The sketch plan is showing a 30-foot setback from all buildings to the exterior boundary lines, which complies with the R-2 zoning district. The plan is also showing a 25-foot separation between buildings, which complies with the R-2 district. More detailed review of setbacks will occur at the site plan review stage. A detailed drainage and grading plan will be reviewed during the preliminary plat process. The project is subject to the review and permitting process of the Lower Rum River Watershed Management Organization (WMO). The Park and Recreation Commission will also review the sketch plan for recommendations on park dedication and trail requirements. Recommendation: While there are many details that must be worked out in the preliminary plat and site plan stages, the proposed sketch plan is consistent with the first 2 phases of Town Center Gardens. The Planning Commission and Staff find the sketch plan generally acceptable subject to further review of grading and drainage, street design, overall density on the site, and the adoption of an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and rezoning a portion of the subject parcel to TC-4a. Council Action: Motion to approve/deny the sketch plan of Town Center Gardens 3rd Addition contingent upon compliance with City Staff Review Letter dated July 30, 2004, revised October 29, 2004, revised December 10, 2004. Review Checklist: Assistant Community Development Director City Engineer CC: 12/1.4/04