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Preliminary Plat: GAD's Prairie May 24, 2006 Revised June 23, 2006 Page 5 of 6 It appears the proposed units will meet the 35% natural stone requirement. The unit facing County Road 5 must incorporate these architectural elements on the side of the structure that faces the road. This will be verified before the issuance of a building permit. It is strongly encouraged to vary the colors among buildings, as this contributes to high quality design and a range in styles, Planned Unit Development (PUD) Requirements: The following criteria have been set forth in City Code for analyzing the content of a proposed development seeking a rezoning to PUD: Hith Quality Desi_~n and Commtibilitv with Surroundin,~ Land Uses The proposed detached town.homes will include architectural elements of prairie-style homes that appear to conform to the R-2 desi~ standards. The surrounding land uses are townhomes to the south and single family homes to the west. While density transifioning will be required, it appears as though detached townhomes are a good fit in this mixed-density area. Provision of a Wider Ran_*e of Housin~ Trees. Prices Ranges, and S~vles The developer is proposing to construct one-level, association-maintained living. This is a newly emerge housing option targeted for primarily empty-nesters and seniors. The houses are proposed to be prairie-style, and incorporate a variety of unique design elements. Public Amen/ties and Ooen Scaces Planned-Unit-Developments require 50% private or 20% public space. The site proposes .65 acres of impervious surface as proposed, and .83 acres with the development of the three outlets. Under each scenario, the total open space/non-impervious area is more than 50 percent. Private open space can include yard space, areas held in common ownership, street boulevards, and drainage areas. Preservation of Natural Amenities and Scenic Qualities It does not appear that there are any si~nificant natural amenities or scenic qualifies to this site, with the exception of its wooded characteristics. Efforts should be made to retain as many trees as possible, especially throughout the density transition area. Trail Development: The City is requiring the construction of a trail along the eastern edge of the plat, adjacent to Nowthen Blvd., to facilitate a regional trail connection. Also, the 2006 Trail Development Fee is $580 per dwelling unit. The development fees in effect at the time of final plat approval will be charged. Park Dedication: The proposed plat was on the June I I, 2006 Park Commission agenda, and the commission recommended satisfying park dedication requirements through a cash payment. The 2006 Park Dedication fee is $2,400 per resident/al dwelling unit. Sewer and Water Lateral Fees: The sewer and water lateral pipes have already been installed along Nowthen Boulevard, and the applicant is responsible to pay the lateral fees. The 2006 rate for sewer laterals is $3,417 per urdt and water laterals are $7,795 per unit. The rate in effect at the time of Final Plat will apply to the project. -223-