Minutes - Planning Commission - 07/09/2020

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Motion Carried. 7. COMMISSION BUSINESS 7.01: Review Sketch Plan for Ramsey Villas North (Project 20-117) Presentation Senior Planner McGuire Brigl presented the Staff Report and asked that the Commission provide the applicant with input on the revised sketch plan. This could include, but is not limited to, identifying any red flags, noting any potential concerns, and providing the application direction to invest in a Preliminary Plat. Commission Business Commissioner VanScoy asked if the current zoning is R-2 and whether the four units would meet the requirements for density and lot width. Senior Planner McGuire Brigl confirmed that it appears the four lots would meet the standards of the zoning district. Commissioner VanScoy asked if the issue of fitting into the neighborhood would be due to the wetland delineation. Senior Planner McGuire Brigl stated that the site would be required to meet density transitioning. She commented that three lots would meet the requirements of density transitioning much better than four lots. She stated that a wetland delineation would be part of the preliminary plat process if the project moves forward. Commissioner Woestehoff asked the zoning of the homes across the street. Senior Planner McGuire Brigl commented that the existing homes across the street are R-1 MUSA homes, with 80-foot-wide lots. She confirmed that the proposed lots in this development would be 50 feet in width. Chairperson Bauer welcomed the developer to provide any input or ask any questions. The Applicant reviewed projects that he has been involved with in Ramsey. He stated that they are looking for any feedback that would be used to develop a successful plan. He stated that they are not opposed to reducing the lot count from four to three as suggested by staff. Commissioner Woestehoff stated that four lots made him nervous and appreciated that the applicant was open to three lots. Planning Commission/July 9, 2020 Page 7 of 9