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restricts cul-de-sacs to a maximum length of 600 feet. Currently, Argon Street is approximately 830 feet in length. On July 10,2006, the Board of Adjustment approved the variance to cul-de- sac length as the road cannot be constructed as a through street for the following reasons: a) connection to Waco Street is prohibited by existing residences; b) connection to TH #47 conflicts with access management plan; c) connection to Xkimo Street to south requires filling a quality wetland. Associate Planner DaInes advised the preliminary plat confirms that the proposed lots comply with width, size and area requirements. The grading plan reflects that the house pads meet all applicable structure setbacks. A traffic generation analysis of TH #47 was completed at the intersections including Alpine Drive, Sunwood Drive, CSAH 5, and CR 116. All of the above intersections, excepting the intersection at CR 116 performed at acceptable levels. Ms. DaInes stated the Drainage Plan has been modified since the June 29, 2006 version of the Staff Review Letter to incorporate recommendations of the City Engineer. Minor modifications to the plan are pending. The development is subject to permitting by the Lower Rum River Water Management Organization. A tree inventory and preservation plan has also been modified since the June 29, 2006 Staff Review Letter and is determined to be acceptable. There are roughly 50 trees on the site, a majority of which are Siberian Elms, a non-native, invasive species. Approximately one- fifth of the trees on site will be preserved, including multiple Bur Oaks, a Hackberry, and a couple of American Elms. Associate Planner DaInes advised the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on July 10, 2006. There were two residents present that expressed concerns with the drainage plan. The City Engineer assured the residents that the drainage concerns would be addressed in the final drainage plan. The Planning Commission and staff recommend preliminary plat approval contingent on the City Council and Metropolitan Council approval of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment and rezoning, and on compliance with the City Staff Review Letter dated June 29, 2006, revised August 3, 2006. Mayor Gamec asked if there will ever be consideration of another access with this development. Community Development Director Trudgeon replied it is too close to the intersection at TH #47. City Engineer Jankowski explained there is City owned property immediately south of this, which was acquired in conjunction with the land acquisition to facilitate the Highway 47 project. That property may be useful with the redesign of Highway 47 and a trail. Councilmember Jeffrey noted it is unusual to rezone from R-2 to R-l. He asked whether this cul-de-sac length will require a variance. Community Development Director Trudgeon replied the variance was approved by the Board of Adjustment due to the challenges of this site. Councilmember Cook inquired about the possibility of Argon connecting to Waco Street in the future. City Council! August 8, 2006 Page 8 of 29