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Current City Code requires density transitioning between the project area and adjacent rural size lots. '[here is significant tree cover on the site that combined with the wetland area and new landscaping will /m'gcly satisl'y density transition requirements on the site, in Staff' s opinion. 'l'hc fimtl plat proposes to provide public access from Highway 47 at 160th Lane NW, and to connect to 162"a Ave NW to the east. A stub street is shown to provide access to the north at a future date. MnDOT has provided co~nments on the proposal and will require both north and south turn lanes into the development. Their letter also indicates that MnDOT will not be responsible for any noise mitigation measures nceded for highway noise. The applicant is proposing a combination of landscaping, berming, and l~encing along Highway 47; Staff is requesting additional information on proposing landscaping for the berms. A traffic generation analysis has been prepared for the proposed plat. As expected, the proposed development will add traffic to Highway 47. An acceptable level of service will be maintained on ! lighway 47 however, with the exception of the intersection with County Road 116, which is already at an uaacceptable level of service. Thc l'm'k Commission met in joint session with the City Council on June 9th and reviewed the preliminary plat for Marigold Pond. The Park Commission recommended allowing the trail on Highway 47 to veer into the plat north of 160th Lane, and back to the Highway 47 right of way at the northern boundary ol' the plat. Some minor changes are required to the trail alignment near the proposed underpass. ~l'he Commission recommended a cash payment for park and trail fees, with a possible reduction' if an east-west trail easement can be accommodated within the plat. There is a large wetland area Ol] the east side of the plat that makes such a connection difficult. Recommendation: Stall' rccommcnds approval of the request for final plat. Council Action: Motion to adopt Resolution #05-07- to approve the final plat of Marigold Pond contingent upon c¢mapliancc with the City Staff Review Letter dated July 22, 2005, the Developer entering into a Development Agreement with the City, and approval of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment request by ibc Metropolitan Council. Motion to deny the final plat of Marigold Pond. Rcvicw Ch ccklist: Asst. Com. Dev. Director/HRA Ex. Director CC: 7/26/05