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Terrace Hill Apartments Site Plan Review May 31, 2007 Revised June 22, 2007 Page 3 of 4 considered. Although the exact alignment of future TH 47 through this site is not precisely known, the site has been redesigned such that the building would reasonably be outside the TH 47 right of way and would meet standard zoning setbacks. A future access could be relocated onto CSAH 5 by relocating the access through the water tower site. A letter dated June 18, 2007 has been received from the Anoka County Highway Department concurring with staff recommendation to adjust this site plan to conform with planning efforts to accommodate the future alignment of TH 47. Traffic Generation Analysis: A traffic generation analysis was prepared for this site as a part of the ponds subdivision development which included the traffic to be generated from this development. Grading and Drainage: A drainage and grading plan has been prepared which anticipates the rerouting of TH 47 down Dysprosium Street. The existing detention pond which was sized for this facility under the original Ponds subdivision has been segmented into two ponds; the west pond has been partially filled and a newly created east pond. These modifications were necessary as result of the desire to avoid conflict with the future TH 47 occurring down Dysprosium Street. Staff finds this grading plan top be acceptable. A permit for this project will need to be obtained from the Lower Rum River Water Management Organization. Utilities: Sewer and water utilities are currently available to service this property from the Ponds on the west side of the property. Fire Suppression Considerations: A 15 -foot fire lane has been provided for fire access to this site. Additionally, the building will be required to be sprinkled. Tree Preservation: The majority of this site is devoid of existing tree cover; however, along the southern boundary (adjacent to the existing Tr ), there e fen e a couple of f groups o oak trees and undergrowth the will be presery ed. at the dripline of individual trees or groups of trees and shall be in place prior to any, construction activity and must remain in tact and in place throughout the construction process.. The location of tree save fencing must be indicated on both the landscaping /tree preservation plan as well as the grading plan. Landscaping: A revised landscaping plan, dated June 7, 2007, has been submitted. The revised plan exceeds the minimum canopy cover square footage required by City Code and meets or exceeds all other landscaping requirements. One concern raised by the Planning Commission regarded the aesthetics of the stormwater retention pond adjacent to Dysprosium St. As discussed, sod and irrigation should be installed up to and just over the lip of the pond to enhance its appearance. Density Transitioning: Density transitioning is required along a portion of the southern property line to provide a buffer between the proposed development and the existing —317—