Agenda - Planning Commission - 11/07/2013

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Regular Planning Commission Meeting Date: 11/07/2013 By: Tim Gladhill, Community Development 5. 2. Information Title: PUBLIC HEARING: Consider Request for Sketch Plan Review of Diehl Acres and Variance to Allow Private Well and Septic in the R-1 Residential (MUSA) District Purpose/Background: General: The applicant is requesting Sketch Plan Review of Diehl Acres. This plat is located on the north side of Green Valley Road across from Green Valley Greenhouse. The Sketch Plan contemplates the creation of one (1) new buildable lot. The existing parcel has a dwelling and multiple accessory structures. The Plat would create a buildable lot with the intent to build a second dwelling on the north side of the County Ditch that traverses the Property. The Application has been forwarded to the Anoka County Highway Department, as it is located along a County Road. It appears that the proposed Sketch Plan meets or exceeds minimum standards required by City Code related to the above. Note: Staff is concerned about the layout of the proposed new dwelling, stacked vertically from the public road (Green Valley Road). Often times, this scenario is considered a 'Flag Lot'. However, the proposal meets the minimum lot width standard, and the City's Public Safety Staff have reviewed the request and have no objection. Proper access construction, maintenance, and signage to direct emergency vehicles shall be required. The action of recording of the Plat will result in one (1) existing accessory structure on the newly created parcel prior to the construction of the new dwelling. As it is anticipated that a new dwelling will be constructed in the near future, it is the City's policy to allow this on a temporary basis, until the dwelling is complete, with the submittal of a performance surety. Land Use and Zoning: The site is guided Low Density Residential on the Comprehensive Plan and zoned R-1, MUSA. The minimum lot size in the R-1, MUSA zone is 10,800 sq. ft. Each of the proposed lots meets the minimum lot size. Net Density Calculations. The Applicant shall provide gross acreage, as well as net acreage. Net acreage is calculated by subtracting wetlands and rights of way from the gross acreage. The Applicant must also provide Net Density Calculations described as number of units per net acre. Landscaping: Two trees per dwelling unit are required. Deciduous trees shall be a minimum of one (1) inch caliper and evergreen trees shall be at least five (5) feet in heightPlease update the landscape plan to include a planting schedule that identifies the common and scientific name, root stock and quantity for each proposed species. • A planting detail must be included with the landscape plan (another option is to incorporate the City's tree planting detail). At a minimum, it should state: o Planting depth shall be such that the 1st set of primary roots is at finished grade o Only prune out dead/broken/deformed branches at time of installation o Removal of upper portion of wire basket and burlap after being placed in planting hole if using B & B stock. 0 2-4 inches of wood chip mulch shall be included around all trees. Mulch shall not be piled against the trunk of trees. Density Transitioning: Due to the size of the proposed lots and the adjoining properties' zoning, density