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I I- I I I I I I I I- I I I I I I I I- I ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 26.1996 13 Kevin Pedersen, 1407 Forest Lane, stated he is concerned with the character and compatibility of the proposed tract. He noted the tract does meet the ordinances, but does so sparingly. Mr. Pedersen stated the setbacks for his property are 75 feet, the neighboring lots are 80 feet, and the proposed tract will be 60 feet. He noted it does meet the requirements, but will be out of context with the rest of the neighborhood. Mr. Pedersen noted the new home will be 10 to 15 feet from his house. He also stated that he had made an offer to purchase the land from the applicant, but was unsuccessful. John Rengo, E.G. Rud & Sons, noted the project was discussed at length at the Planning Commission meeting, and did not have anything further to offer. He noted that the snow fence outside the drip line will be difficult to place due to the location. Councilmember Malone stated that the land has three separate lots now, and changing the RLS to two lots would lower the value of property. He stated the zoning ordinance is appropriate for the City now, and that the owner has agreed to every condition placed by the Planning Commission recommendation. Councilmember Malone also noted that it is in the owner's best interest to save as many trees as possible, as they increase the value of his property. Mayor Probst stated that there are three lots of record with the County, and the Council cannot change that. He stated he understands the neighborhood's issue regarding the character of the neighborhood, but as long as the ordinances are met, the COlmcil is limited in the actions that they can take. Councilmember Keim inquired if more trees will be preserved than indicated. Mayor Probst replied it is a function of placement of the home. Mr. Ringwald stated the RLS shows the general building patterns, but does not have the specific floor plan or layout. He noted that additional trees may be saved, and reiterated the applicant understands the value of the trees to his property. Pat Durand, 1420 Arden Place, stated she lives behind the east lot of the proposed RLS. She stated she is concerned that the drainage will be worse if trees are lost. Ms. Durand inquired if the City can request the owner to save additional trees in order to minimize the drainage her property will receive. Mayor Probst stated he was not prepared to answer as he did not know enough about the situation, but noted the City cannot dictate a change to the flow patterns of a property. He stated that it was similar to a new owner applying for a building permit and beginning construction. Sarah Literski, 1378 Forest Lane, stated the neighborhood agrees with the Pedersens that one home on the lot would be acceptable, but two is not.