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Peter Kernkamp, Planner, stated that this is for the development of 12 single family lots on the Parish property located southwest of the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Short Street and is zoned R-R. The lots range from 15,000 s.f. to almost 21,000 s.f. with a land dedication of 1.61 acres, 20.9% of the site, including Tract 1, a 1.33 acre neighborhood park and the proposed drainage detention. Tracts 2 and 3 provide trail connections to the north and southwest. Tract 4 is a landscaped island in the proposed street cul-de-sac. Planning Commission held a public heating July 11 and unanimously approved the request subject to seven conditions of approval. All conditions had been addressed except a note stating a total setback of 25' from both side lot lines should be eliminated since the minimum side yard setback had been increased to 15'. He distributed to Council a revised Resolution No. 43 with some notes that should be struck from the PUD. Davidson called for the applicant's presentation. Jim Leach, Wonderland Hill Development Co., pointed out the public park located in the middle of the development. The unique street designs are a result of trying to make the streets more pedestrian friendly. He wanted the flexibility of being able to vary the setbacks with agreement of the staffthat the variance would enhance the neighborhood. Davidson called for Council comments and questions. Mayer was concerned with number of trees specified on the PUD and their location. Leach stated that they would be installed as the homes are constructed. Mayer wanted included in the subdivision agreement that the cost for the park will not exceed what is collected in service expansion fees for the area. Levihn felt it was a vast improvement from when Council first started looking at the project. Howard wanted to make sure there was enough radius for fire vehicles and that the fire district had been consulted. He liked the street canopy landscaping, but was concerned about having it as part of the PUD. He preferred it be covered in the homeowner's association. Leach stated it could be handled through the homeowner's association. Lathrop was not in favor of the City maintaining the cul-de-sac with a center island due to the expense and difficulty in maintenance. He asked if there would be a homeowner's association and would they maintain the island. Leach stated there would be a homeowner's association, but he did not know if they would be responsible for any of the maintenance of the island. They will primarily maintain the quality of the neighborhood and create a sense of community. 9