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City Council Meeting Minutes April 2, 2013 Page 11 of 23 SOUTH BOULDER ROAD CORRIDOR/CENTER: Mayor Pro Tem Dalton supported staff's new direction on Louisville Urban character. He felt the small area plan should drive development, density and streets. Council member Keany inquired whether the urban areas are established by street design. Planning Director Russ explained urban areas are established by streets, parcel size, allowed land use and what building is currently on the site. It is then matched with whatever higher density buildings are built and roadways become the clear connection. Council member Keany stated there was discussion on the lack of public notice and the small area plan would provide much more specific notification. He asked how far the notice would reach. Planning Director Russ stated every single property owner would be notified in the study area and he would seek direction from City Council as to the notification procedures for residents outside the study area. He explained the LMC does not provide a specific range for mailings for a small area plan. City Attorney Light concurred with Planning Director Russ. The procedures for the amendment of the Code require a published notice. He stated . it would make sense if comments resulting in regulatory changes to the zoning require additional noticing. Council member Keany stated the public was critical of the City's notice on the Comp Plan. He noted flyers were not sent out to every residence in town, but the City tried hard through other notification processes. Planning Director Russ stated notices were sent out to residents in their utility bills. Council member Keany asked if the small area plans will provide more of a public outreach opportunities. Planning Director Russ confirmed it would. Council member Jasiak applauded staff for the changes made to the Comprehensive Plan in light of the 18 month process and 60+ meetings. She voiced her appreciation for the cross hatching on the maps and for the small area plans. She stated at the Ward I meetings there was concern expressed over the urban corridors, parking and level of service. She felt the small area plans would get detailed information out to the public. Council member Yarnell also appreciated the changes made to the Comprehensive Plan and was interested in the public's feedback on the changes to the Plan. Council member Loo inquired whether the small area plans call for review of the zoning. Planning Director Russ confirmed the zoning would be reviewed. Council member Loo inquired about the change in density from a range to "up to ". She asked for clarification why there wasn't a minimum and maximum range. Planning Director Russ explained a developer cannot bring a proposal forward based on the Comprehensive Plan they must follow the zoning regulations. The maximums were