Agenda - Planning Commission - 06/04/2020

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6.02: Consider Amended Sketch Plan for Odyssey Homes; Case of Odessey Homes (Project No. 19-140) Presentation City Planner McGuire Brigl presented the Staff Report stating stated staff recommends that the applicant proceed to the Preliminary Plat phase. Commission Business Commissioner Anderson asked if the second entrance presently exists. City Planner McGuire Brigl commented that she believes there is an existing access for both homes, but the applicant would propose one access further south on the property. Commissioner Anderson asked if construction vehicles would be allowed to access from CR 5, avoiding 146t1i. City Planner McGuire Brigl commented that is a great suggestion. She noted that Anoka County would have a specific permit that would be required to access from the County Road, but staff could speak with the County. The Commission confirmed consensus that staff should investigate that option. Commissioner Anderson commented that it appears there are trees along the western edge of the property already, which would create density transitioning. City Planner McGuire Brigl confirmed that the area along the western boundary appears to have a large number of trees and staff would suggest preserving the trees in the buffer area to the extent possible. City Planner Anderson noted that staff drove past the site today but did not walk the site. He reviewed some of the tress species he observed. He noted that there are some invasive species and underbrush that would most likely be removed but confirmed that there are native species as well. He stated that a more thorough review would be completed through the tree inventory and preservation plan which are steps of the Preliminary Plat process. Commissioner VanScoy asked if all four parcels are currently zoned R-2. City Planner McGuire Brigl confirmed that to be true. Commissioner VanScoy asked if staff is aware when the zoning occurred, as there are individual homes on the property. City Planner McGuire Brigl stated that she attempted to find the exact date but was unable. She estimated that the zoning change occurred at least 15 years ago.