Agenda - Planning Commission - 08/26/2021

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Review File: Lynwood Preliminary Plat Page 3 of 4 community space Not shown (but NA NA 30 feet appears to comply) NA NA 15 feet Not shown NA NA Area: 180 sq. ft. Not shown Width: 9 feet Depending on the outcome of the requested Zoning Amendment, adjustments may be needed to setbacks and lot widths for the single family lots. Additional information is also needed to verify compliance with multiple bulk standard items (see table). Street and Access The Applicant originally proposed a single access culminating in a roughly 2,100 foot long cul-de-sac. In response to comments from both Staff and the Planning Commission, the Applicant has continued to refine the configuration, which now includes a second access onto Armstrong Boulevard (pending comments/approval from Anoka County Highway Department). This second access would be a right in, right out only. Presently, the east/west road providing the second access to the site is identified as a private road. Private roads are limited in length to no more than 300 feet, or up to 600 feet if the paved width is thirty-two (32) feet. Moreover, Public Safety Staff have indicated that this should be a public road to ensure the ability to properly enforce parking restrictions and keep the street clear of snow and ice. This likely impacts the paved road width and right of way needed. Trails The linear wetland (from southeast corner traversing to the northwest) is part of the City's Lake Itasca Greenway. A trail within this greenway will be required. Landscape Plan A landscape plan has been submitted. As previously noted, due to necessary revisions related to other aspects of the project, updates will likely be required to the landscape plan. Each single family lot shall receive two (2) trees in the front yard, preferably with one being planted within the boulevard area. The multifamily portion of the project is subject to the Canopy Cover Formula. The combination of proposed plantings (excluding plantings for density transitioning purposes) and existing trees being preserved, does appear to meet the minimum planting requirements. Density Transitioning City Code requires Density Transitioning between the R-1 Residential (MUSA) — 80 District and the adjacent, existing single family neighborhoods to the north and west (zoned R-1 Residential Rural Developing). If landscaping is proposed to accomplish the required density transitioning, the following standards must be met and reflected on the plan sheets: