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zoned a combination of TC-2 (Town Center), that allows high density at 7-15 units per acre, <br />medium density at 3-7 units per acre, and low density at 3 units per acre. The sketch plan <br />provides several different types of residential unit styles throughout the development including <br />small lot single family, court home townhomes, row house townhomes, and apartment facilities. <br />Corem unity Development Director Trudgeon stated approximately 98 acres of the total 190 acre <br />site is proposed to be developed with residential units for a new density of about 8 units per acre. <br />rl'hirty~-six acres is proposed to be developed with commercial uses and a portion is already zoned <br />TC-2. The remaining 18 acres of proposed commercial area will need to be rezoned to <br />commercial. He noted that the concept plan provides a major north/south street connection <br />through the development to Alpine Drive. The proposed road alignment with County Road # 116 <br />1,o the east is desirable and Staff suggests the developer continue to look at how to provide a <br />stronger east/west connection throughout the development. The subdivision is incorporating the <br />City's desire to reserve a 300-foot wide corridor to facilitate the future Mississippi River bridge <br />crossing. He stated an interchange with Highway #10 and the freeway will be needed but the <br />exact layout cannot yet be determined. He stated there are a lot of transportation issues that need <br />to be thought through so the City keeps its options open. <br /> <br />Commulfity Development Director Trudgeon noted an area that will require transition and an <br />EAW will look at all the necessary elements. He used a map to point out the location of an <br />exception piece that contains a single-family house and stated he wants to make it clear that Pulte <br />does not own that land and cannot develop it, but the plan shows a representation of what could <br />possibly happen. <br /> <br />Community Development Director Trudgeon stated the Council initiated several initiatives on <br />how to best plan the area. He stated staff spoke with Pulte about the options and while the final <br />layout is not settled, progress is being made. <br /> <br />Community Development Director Trudgeon noted the comments from the Planning <br />Commission special meeting that was held on March 10, 2005 to address the proposed sketch <br />plan. The Commission suggested the developer maximize density where the zoning district <br />guides higher density, consider how to incorporate more green areas within the northern <br />boundary line, address appropriate density transitioning adjacent to Whispering Pines, and <br />consider how the proposed commercial areas could be developed adjacent to the residential <br />development. <br /> <br />Cory I~epper, Pulte, stated they have spent considerable time working with Staff and are now at a <br />point ol' having a strong concept. He explained they will continue to work on the commercial <br />area to assure it is viable. Mr. Lepper stated they are proposing three development products. <br /> <br />Cotmcihnember Elvig asked if the City can look at this project as part of Town Center related to <br />architectural standards, product mix, exterior materials, etc. He stated the closer architectural <br />amenities and qualities meld with the Town Center, the better. <br /> <br />City Council / March 22, 2005 <br /> Page 29 of 38 <br /> <br /> <br />