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does have a respect for the challenge in this lot and the mitigation that is required. He noted that 12 lots may not make this project viable. Jennifer Shoemaker, 6150 Rivlyn Avenue, stated that she knows that this property has to be developed but she will be sad to see it go. She stated that she would prefer to see this type of development as oppose to commercial or high-density housing. She noted that since the project began, it started with seven homes and has now has increased to fourteen lots. She asked that the City ensure that there is something that blocks traffic. She stated that people often drive down the emergency access way in the neighborhood. She noted that she was unsure of the width of the buffer that would be between the existing homes and new lots. Mayor LeTourneau stated that plans change and evolve over time and the residents and Council will have access to how the plans move forward. He confirmed that there would be barriers for the emergency access. He noted that the density transitioning and buffering discussions will continue as well. He stated that the City and residents will work together with the developer to ensure that this is a quality project. Councilmember Shryock stated that as this lot continues to develop, there will be construction traffic in the neighborhood. She commented that it is important that as the construction traffic travels through the existing neighborhood they should be mindful that the existing neighborhood has been a dead-end neighborhood. Ms. Shoemaker stated that the bicycle path is used daily by people going to work and therefore that should also be kept in people's minds as well to ensure that is not blocked. She commented that the developers have blocked her driveway and walked through her backyard and she would appreciate them asking permission, so she is aware someone is on her property. Mr. Kveton stated that if they can get the project to move forward, they will attempt to minimize the disturbance in the neighborhood and construction traffic could use Highway 10 for access. He noted that they do have offers for commercial or a senior development, but he believes that this would be the best fit for the existing neighborhood. 7.03: Review Sketch Plan for Rivenwick Subdivision (Project No. 19-02); Case of Paxmar Community Development Director Gladhill reviewed the staff report and explained that this is a legislative decision of the City with some broad discretion. The City is not obligated to approve the request, but would be within legal means to approve the project. Staff does not object to the project based on past difficulties to develop, as retail is currently guided and based on public input on multiple workshops related to the topic. He noted that staff recommends approval of the sketch plan contingent upon compliance with Staff Review. Allen Roessler, Paxmar, stated that this is a concept level discussion. He stated that they were unsure as to whether the senior living would be viewed as commercial or residential, noting that it appears that would be high-density residential. He asked if the Council would be comfortable with the split of 80 percent residential and 20 percent commercial. City Council/March 26,2019 Page 7 of 11