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Preliminary Plat: GAD's Prairie May 24, 2006 Revised June 23, 2006 Page 5 of6 It appears the proposed units will meet the 35% natural stone requirement. The unit facing County Road 5 must incorporate these architectural elements on the side of the structure that faces the road. This will be verified before the issuance of a building permit. It is strongly encouraged to vary the colors among buildings, as this contributes to high quality design and a range in styles. Planned Unit Development (PUD) Requirements: The following criteria have been set forth in City Code for analyzing the content of a proposed development seeking a rezoning to PUD: High Quality Design and Compatibility with Surrounding Land Uses The proposed detached townhomes will include architectural elements of prairie-style homes that appear to conform to the R-2 design standards. The surrounding land uses are townhomes to the south and single family homes to the west. While density transitioning will be required, it appears as though detached townhomes are a good fit in this mixed-density area. Provision of a Wider Range of Housing Types, Prices Ranges, and Styles The developer is proposing to construct one-level, association-maintained living. This is a newly emerging housing option targeted for primarily empty-nesters and seniors. The houses are proposed to be prairie-style, and incorporate a variety of unique design elements. Public Amenities and Open Spaces Planned-Unit-Developments require 50% private or 20% public space. The site proposes .65 acres of impervious surface as proposed, and .83 acres with the development of the three outlots. Under each scenario, the total open space/non-impervious area is more than 50 percent. Private open space can include yard space, areas held in common ownership, street boulevards, and drainage areas. Preservation of Natural Amenities and Scenic Qualities It does not appear that there are any significant natural amenities or scenic qualities to this site, with the exception of its wooded characteristics. Efforts should be made to retain as many trees as possible, especially throughout the density transition area. Trail Development: The City is requiring the construction ofa trail along the eastern edge of the plat, adjacent to Nowthen Blvd., to facilitate a regional trail connection. Also, the 2006 Trail Development Fee is $580 per dwelling unit. The development fees in effect at the time of fmal plat approval will be charged. Park Dedication:. The proposed plat wason the June II, 2006 Park Commission agenda, and the. commission recommended satisfying park dedication requirements through a cash payment. The 2006 Park Dedication fee is $2,400 per residential dwelling unit. Sewer and Water Lateral Fees: The sewer and water lateral pipes have already been installed along Nowthen Boulevard, and the applicant is responsible to pay the lateral fees. The 2006 rate for sewer laterals is $3,417 per unit and water laterals are $7,795 per unit. The rate in effect at the. time of Final Plat will apply to the project. -172-