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Ms. Carlson confirmed that they are very comparable and noted that they chose the Wisconsin <br />builder because they have a relationship with that company. <br />Noah Barka, 7520 149th Avenue NW, stated that he and his wife look forward to the <br />development of this area. He stated that his primary concern is with the transition plan between <br />the subject property and their property. He commented that even though there is a home <br />business, that is not a traditional commercial use. He stated that a larger transition zone would <br />ensure harmonious interaction between the properties. He stated that he also has concerns with <br />how the transition will be defined as the area has sandy soils and would not support plantings <br />without adjustments to the soil and irrigation. He asked how the buffer would be maintained <br />after construction. He suggested hardscape such as a berm or fencing. He expressed concerns to <br />the wetland and the impact this development may have on the wetland. He asked how the lights <br />pollution would be mitigated. He did not believe it would be appropriate to approve the proposal <br />tonight and asked that the additional elements be addressed prior to approval. <br />Commissioner Anderson asked how the resident feels about the comments made by the <br />developer about additional trees. <br />Mr. Barka commented that currently there is a very minimal transition, noting that there would <br />not be a barrier between the two properties. He stated that even if there are extensive <br />landscaping plans condensed to the buffer, it would be difficult to ensure that the plantings and <br />landscaping continues to be maintained. <br />City Planner Anderson reviewed the basic landscaping requirements of the City including the <br />requirement for topsoil. He stated that the Development Agreement would stipulate that the <br />plantings are there permanently and therefore would need to be replaced when needed. He stated <br />that while irrigation systems are no longer required, there were plans that included an irrigation <br />system. He stated that the stormwater management plan was approved by engineering and the <br />Lower Rum River Water Management Organization and described the treatment that would be <br />provided. <br />Commissioner VanScoy referenced the area designated as PUD, which the resident commented <br />is generally used for residential. He stated that it appears the residential is far to the north with <br />business activity to occur to the south and closer to this development parcel. <br />Mr. Barka confirmed that the homes are located on the northern parcel of the property with the <br />bottom third intended for commercial use. He stated that when there was commercial activity, <br />there was a conflict between the two uses. He stated that even though the property is zoned in <br />that method, the ultimate goal is to create an orderly and harmonious development and therefore <br />the issue with the transition is the same. <br />Senior Planner McGuire Brigl stated that the northern properties feel as common residential uses <br />when you are onsite, even though commercial activity is allowed. <br />Commissioner Gengler asked what the dotted line north of the development identifies. <br />Planning Commission/ February 6, 2020 <br />Page 5 of 18 <br />