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Wood stated that the PUD reflects the potential of reserving an access easement for the purpose of crossing the Goodhue Ditch at some point in the future and gaining access to the north. Such access may connect to a collector loop road, which would align with Hecla Drive as constructed on the east side of SH 42. Wood noted that the Planning Commission approved the application with 11 conditions of approval. Wood stated that the proposed PUD meets all Commercial Design Standards & Guidelines with the exception of two areas. The first is the parking setback from the south property line of 8' where 10' is required. The Planning Commission supported the 8' setback as the landscape planting strip is in compliance with the CDDSG. The second is that the building eaves will project into the setback area. The Planning Commission supported the encroachment, as the eaves do not intrude into the drainage and utility easements. Wood noted the revised Final PUD Development Plan reflects the applicant will provide an underground 48" diameter reinforced concrete pipe that will pipe the ditch across the westerly portion of the property, which will correspond to the area of Phase I. However, the Planning Commission was divided on this issue and the majority recommended that the City accept a cash-in-lieu fee rather than Tract A based upon the issues of use and maintenance. Wood stated that Staff recommended the applicant provide an evaluation from an arborist on the health and potential longevity of the trees in the ditch. A report from Hayes Tree Services reflects that a substantial number of tress would have to be removed. Wood stated that currently, the only maintenance performed is by the Ditch Company. The applicant agreed to assume maintenance of the ditch, which would include irrigation of existing trees, removal of debris and limbs, but not maintenance of the pipe or functions of the ditch company. Wood noted that in lieu of the dedication, the applicant provided an alternative plan that would remove all existing trees and vegetation and re-channel the open ditch along the north property line. No piping of the ditch or crossing structure would be provided. Staff requested the applicant provide the current fair market value for the property as a basis to determine what the cash payment would be. Wood stated that if the alternative plan were accepted for dedication, the Planning Commission would recommend a condition that the City assumes no maintenance of either the pipe or landscaping within the tract. Wood stated that the Final PUD reflects a reduction in parking spaces from 57 to 54, which provides additional maneuvering area out of a dead-end drive aisle. Wood noted that the Planning Commission recommended that the applicant seek a shared parking plan to better use the under-utilized parking areas in Christopher Plaza. Wood noted that the final PUD plan is in compliance with the CDDSG landscape requirements. There are two minor modifications to the landscape plan. The first is to 6