Minutes - Planning Commission - 01/02/2020

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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. Commissioner Anderson referenced written comments received from a resident and asked if staff has responded to those concerns. City Planner McGuire Brigl confirmed that she spent time with that resident discussing their concerns and attempting to provide the information that was requested. Chairperson Bauer noted that although this is not a public hearing, the Commission would accept some comments from residents if desired. Alena Hunter, 14628 Helium Street, stated that she was the first resident in the development and therefore has seen the area grow. She commented that she is not against development but believes that it should be done smartly. She stated that she listed her concerns in her communication with staff, identifying the issue of tree preservation, specifically along 146t". She noted that while the City considers a street to be a buffer, she would like the developer to preserve some trees along 146th to provide additional buffering. She asked whether these would be market value, owner occupied homes. She commented on how the plans for this property have grown and the proposed number of homes has increase, which will cause additional traffic on the already busy roadways in the area. She asked that something be done to mitigate traffic between Alpine and 47 on CR 5. She stated that she would like to see this take a step back to ensure that the develop works with the existing residents to ensure that this will fit well into the neighborhood. She asked if the private road would be signed as a private road. Chairperson Bauer asked if there has been a worksession on this project. City Planner McGuire Brigl confirmed that has not yet been done but could be scheduled prior to the February Commission meeting. Chairperson Bauer explained the format of the open house style meeting, which would allow input and discussion from the neighborhood and with the developer. Commissioner Anderson thanked the resident for the photos she provided and the comments she provided. He noted that the Fire Department also had some concerns. He stated that he would Planning Commission/January 2, 2020 Page 5 of 8