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City Planner Martin commented that he has not been working on this project, but will take over as <br />Planning Manager Larson had to leave the meeting. He stated that the zoning for this property is <br />the same designation as the entire neighborhood; therefore, the homes all have the same setback. <br />Mr. Croteau stated that there are more than ten feet between homes that exist in the neighborhood. <br />City Planner Martin commented that setbacks change over time with zoning code updates. He <br />stated that the setback would allow existing residents to build an addition onto their homes as long <br />as the setbacks are met. <br />Mr. Croteau stated that with a five-foot setback on each side that would allow for a 60-foot-wide <br />footprint. He asked about the type of home that would be constructed, as this neighborhood does <br />not have cookie -cutter homes like those in Riverstone and some of the other developments. <br />City Planner Martin provided information on the lot sizes in Riverstone and the Preserve at <br />Northfork. He stated that it would be a challenge to fit lots that would meet both the minimum lot <br />width and density. <br />Chairperson Gengler noted that the developments mentioned by the resident contain 80-foot lots <br />as well as smaller lots, whereas these lots would all have a minimum lot width of 80 feet. <br />Mr. Croteau stated that this would be inconsistent with what exists in the neighborhood. He asked <br />what residents and neighbors could do to oppose this development, such as a petition. <br />Commissioner Bauer commented that the proposal meets the zoning requirements and therefore <br />the City would have a hard time denying the right for the applicant to develop in a manner that <br />meets City Code. He stated that review is done by various departments related to access, but the <br />role of the Commission is to verify that the plat meets the proper requirements. <br />Chairperson Gengler stated that the residents voicing their concerns is helpful with the continued <br />review and discussions on the project. <br />Mr. Croteau stated that if the number of lots were reduced to three or four, it would be better <br />supported by the residents and more consistent with the neighborhood. <br />City Planner Martin commented that most of the lots in this development are 80 feet wide, which <br />is also the minimum requirement of the City Code for the zoning district. He noted that this zoning <br />district has the lowest density within the MUSA. He stated that this is the lowest level of <br />development that could be proposed. <br />Chairperson Gengler asked for more information on the property on the Quicksilver cul-de-sac. It <br />was noted to be a bike trail. <br />Chris Weiss, 5907 151st Lane, stated that they have struggled for a number of years with drainage <br />on his property. He stated that if this area is developed, they would need to do something <br />significant to ensure that his property does not endure the drainage from that area. <br />Planning Commission/ June 26, 2025 <br />Page 8 of 13 <br />