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-166— within the soils report. Also, the developer is working to determine the exact location of the septic system within Lot 2, Block 1 of West Ramsey Industrial Park. Because there are no fire hydrants to service the development, sprinklers will be required in all buildings. A community well must be sized to accommodate fire suppression needs. The well system must also provide water for daily use and irrigation. Staff has reviewed the submitted specifications regarding the fire suppression system, and it appears that the applicant is proposing to meet all state and national standards. Details regarding the design of the system will be submitted with other building details, and would be subject to review by the Fire Marshal. Access is proposed to be gained from two points on 156` Avenue. The construction of 156 Avenue to Alpine Drive will be required as part of this development in order to provide a second access to the site. The developer is requesting City assistance in tree removal on the existing City portion of property, legally described as Outlot B. A Landscape Plan has been submitted, and minor revisions have been requested. Staff has also requested a lighting plan. The building elevations are acceptable, and exact building materials and colors will be requested at the building permit stage. The proposed service road has been widened to 28 feet at the request of the Planning Commission in order to provide a larger aisle for trucks to park, maneuver, and drive. Recommendation: Staff is recommending that the City Council approve the proposed development, contingent upon compliance with the City Staff Review Letter, specifically addressing the following items: 1) Revise the sizing assumptions for the community septic system that utilize the proposed sizing suggestions stated in the City Staff Review letter. 2) Provide information about the exact location of the community septic system, alternate site, and community well with Lot 2, Block 1, to ensure the undisturbed nature of the soil. 3) Provide information, in a written format, regarding the responsible party for management and maintenance of the community septic system and well. The Planning Commission met on October 6, 2006, and discussed the need to widen the service drive to accommodate multiple delivery and contracting vehicles. They recommended to approve the plat, contingent upon compliance with the City Staff Review Letter dated September 26, 2006; and the applicant's delivery of information satisfactory to City staff regarding the location, size, design, and integrity of the community septic system, both as a primary and alternate site, including testing, sizing assumptions, specification of location, and identification of responsible party for management and maintenance of the community septic system.