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Ms. Reud stated that if the pine trees are removed where the wildlife live, that will cause those <br />animals to leave. <br />Cyndy Showalter stated that people do not drive to this area to look at homes. She stated that <br />people that want smaller lots are not going to want to drive out this far. She stated that the majority <br />of residents in this area do not want this type of development in this area and moved to the area to <br />see and be a part of the natural setting. She stated that while they understand that the property will <br />develop, it was intended to support 80-foot lots. She did not think the plan should be changed to <br />accommodate development because the residents of this area purchased their homes based on the <br />development plans of the City. <br />Jill Winger stated that although the property is zoned for 80-foot lots, she would believe that there <br />are people that want to see larger lots. <br />Mark Winger stated that the plan to specify a density rating and lot width is to ensure that only a <br />certain number of homes could be constructed. He believed that the original plan for development <br />of this parcel should be followed with less homes allowed. <br />Senior Planner McGuire Brigl referenced a resident comment received asking where the developer <br />is from and that the City is not Minnetonka where homes are built close together. She commented <br />that Excelsior Group is based out of Saint Louis Park. <br />Mr. Schmidt stated that his office is in Saint Louis Park and he lived in North Oaks. <br />Norm Novak stated that he believes that this is too much density. He stated that if this moves <br />forward, he wants to ensure that the developer does not take shortcuts and wants to make sure the <br />development is done right. <br />Chairperson Bauer commented that he understands that the developer has agreed to another 60- <br />day extension and asked the applicant for feedback on what may be recommended in terms of <br />modifications. <br />Mr. Schmidt stated that he would want to get further into the process before he looks to modify <br />the plan. He recognized the comments of the existing residents and stated that while he would like <br />to be mindful of their concerns, he has experience in development and knows that things change. <br />He stated that the Comprehensive Plan allows three units per acre for this site, as that would be <br />the only way to make a development would from an infrastructure standpoint with urban utility <br />services. He stated that he is sympathetic to the comments and concerns and will continue to listen <br />and have more dialogue, which is why he agreed to the additional 60-day extension to continue <br />the process. <br />Chairperson Bauer referenced some of the comments recommended by staff and the Commission <br />and asked if the developer would be open to tabling the request tonight to allow additional time <br />for the developer and staff to review those suggestions and come back in June. <br />Planning Commission/ May 7, 2020 <br />Page 12 of 21 <br />