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Final Plat Review: Sweetbay Ridge July 21,2006 40f6 . The Developer will also be responsible for the construction of that portion of the trail corridor between Elmcrest ,and Central parks that lies within the boundaries of this plat, and including the boardwalk east of the southeast plat boundary. The entirety of this portion of the trail link will be required for construction in Phase 1, including the boardwalk shown in Phase 2 located east of the plat boundary. In accordance with City policy, trails that supplant sidewalks or trails that are located in back yards are not eligible for credit against trail fees. In this case, the trail does follow 161 st Avenue N. W. for a certain distance and eliminates the need for a sidewalk; this segment of trail is not eligible for credit against trail fees due on the plat. The trail is also located in the back yards of Lots 1-5, Block 5, and policy would dictate that this segment is also not credit eligible. However, City Staff is recommending that a sidewalk be constructed on Rhinestone Street that will intersect with the trail in Outlot B. In this case, the trail segment in the back yards of Lots 1-5 would be eligible for credit against trail fees due on the plat. And, all of that trail segment shown east of the southeast plat boundary as a boardwalk, will be eligible for credit against trail fees due on the plat. All trail construction plans and cost estimates, as well as any subsequent changes to plans and cost estimates, must be pre-approved by the City. The Developer must submit a copy of the fInal payment invoice to the City to receive reimbursement. It is Staffs understanding that the developer has verbal approvals from DNR and the landowner .. for the construction of the boardwalk east of the plat boundary. Written documents to that effect must be provided prior to release of the plat for recording. Trail Fee: The plat is subject to a trail fee and the 2006 rate is $580.00 per unit. The rate in effect at the time of fInal plat approval will be collected. Sidewalks: In accordance with City Code, a sidewalk is being provided on 163rd Avenue N.W. and Uranimite Street N.W. Staff is recommending that a sidewalk also be included on one side of Rhinestone Street N.W. That sidewalk should be extended off the end of the cul-de-sac to provide a connection to the trail in Outlot B~This sidewalk would also provide residents of Rhinestone a safe pedestrian route to go north to the trail. Landscaping: Landscaping of individual lots is required and shall, at a minimum, consist of two (2) one inch caliper trees (or, ~f evergreens, fIve [5] feet in height) per lot. The trees must be installed in the front yards of lots; comer lots should have at least one tree along each street. The plantings for Lots 6 & 8- 11, Block 2 need to be adjusted so that both trees are installed in the front yards of those lots. Existing trees that are preserved mlly be credited toward the planting requirements dependent upon size, location (need to be in front yard), species, and condition. Based on the information submitted, additional trees need to be included on the following lots: . Lots 1,6-9, & 12 Block 1 . Lots 1-5, 16-17, & 19-24 Block 2 . Lots 2-5, & 10-11 Blo,ck 3 . -254~