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Commissioner Brauer stated that Chairperson Nixt mentioned density on the east side. He indicated he likes the house design, and does not have a problem putting those on Alpine, but he has a bigger problem putting those lot sizes close to the existing neighborhood. Commissioner Brauer asked if the only deviation from R-1 is that the lots are five feet narrower, and that the developer is saying that because of the unique footprint of the house, there will still be 20 feet between homes. Mr. Shetlrud indicated that is correct. Chairperson Nixt indicated that the advantage of a PUD is that they would be able to set the PUD to require spacing, whereas with a standard R-1 they could set the lots, but the builder could space them as he wanted; this gives the City more control. Commissioner Brauer a~eed, and noted this is different than Rum Pdver Meadows because that was skirting everything of R-1 standards. Chairperson Nixt indicated he is generally in favor of the plan. He suggested the applicant work with Staff to address the issues, and come back with a site plan. He also encouraged the applicant to meet with the residents. He noted that this is not. a public hearing, but he would take br/ef comments. Betty Pehlke, 5566 157 Avenue, stated her concern is lots 33 and 34 and the road proposed to' come through to 152nd Avenue. She indicated they were the first ones to build in the development, and 152~ Avenue was not even there. She stated when they put their house in, there were told to put it straight. She indicated if this road goes through it would have to go right through her property. Chairperson Nixt indicated that before the road was determined they would have to take into consideration Ms. Picky's property location. Nicky O'Connetl, 5590 152® Lane, indicated her biggest concern is that they have 40 houses in Branseth, .with 40+ children in the area that have had free rein of a playing area for a long time. She stated that putting an access by he~' house would cause problems for children getting hit by cars, etc. She indicated she is very opposed, and does not see going through existing neighborhoods to get to a new one. Chairperson Nixt agreed, which is why he is opposed to that access point. CommissiOner Brauer stated if that access is taken out, there will probably be a house there, and asked Ms. O'Cormell if she is okay with that. Ms. O'Connell indicated she is okay with a house. She stated she would love a park, since there are no parks within walking distance, and she knows they are proposing a playground. -30- Planning Commission/September 1, 2005 Page 1.0 of 15