Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 07/13/2006

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attached townhomes for a total density of 5.26 units per acre. This density has been decreased from the sketch plan that showed 6.5 units per acre, but will still require a land use change to move forward as proposed. About 30% of the units are proposed to be bungalow-style, detached units, which are located on the southwest portion of the site.' The detached units will be directly adjacent to typical, urban single-family lots, thus density transitioning is required along the southwest portion of the site. Levell transitioning requires 12 trees for every 100 feet of affected property line, for a total planting of 78 trees in 25 feet of common ownership land along the southwest property lines. This is indicated to be satisfied with preserntion and plantings. On 151" Lane, 8 of these units are proposed along 540 feet of lot frontage, resulting in approximately 60 feet of frontage along 151 sl Lane per house. The site proposes to gain access from 151" Lane and Alpine Drive. Residents of the Fox Knoll development have expressed concern with the slope (about 3% grade) along 151" Lane, and are concerned that the addition of an intersection will compound the situation. A traffic generation analysis is being conducted, and a verbal report will be given concerning traffic projections. The site proposes to redirect the storrnwater runoff from the existing drainage and utility easement on Lot 3, Block 2 Juskwicz Addition and pond all runoff in locations on-site. The plan indicates the intention to buffer the wetland and provide the appropriate setbacks, as required by City Code. The submitted building elevations appear to satisfy the architectural requirements laid out in the R-2 district. The buildings propose a minimum of 35% use of brick, propose a variety of colors and styles, and incorporate unique architectural features. These standards will be verified upon building permit submittal. A Landscape and Tree Preservation Plan have been submitted, and are generally acceptable, though revisions have been requested. The plan proposes to save 63% of the trees on the site, while providing the required landscaping for townhome developments. Staff has concerns with the density transitioning, and is requesting that the developer reduce density in the area that is adjacent to single-family homes. According to the submitted site plan, the proposed development provides a network of trails throughout the development. An east-west sidewalk along 151" Lane and north-south sidewalk along the public street, and a winding, east-west trail is proposed. The development also proposes to constrUct a trail along the outside edge of the wetland buffer area, connecting to Alpine Drive. Recommendation: The Planning Commission heard the sketch plan on February 2, 2006 and did not approve of the townhomes on this property at the proposed density. The City Council met at worksession and generally approved of limited use of townhomes on the north side of the parcel, but mentioned 3