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. . . DRAFT ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - MAY 7, 1999 5 Chair Erickson stated that the condition was appropriate and noted that, if the right-of-way is not acquired, the development could not occur. Commissioner Nelson asked if the right-of-way must be acquired prior to the City Council's review of the preliminary plat. Ms. Randall stated that, since this is only a preliminary plat, the acquisition would not be necessary prior to City Council review. The City Council may approve the preliminary plat with a condition that the right-of-way be acquired prior to final plat approval. Commissioner Nelson requested confirmation that, if the City were to be involved in acquiring the right-of-way it could take up to six months to accomplish this. Ms. Randall stated that this was correct. Commissioner Nelson requested confirmation that, when the revised grading plan is submitted, the City Engineer will review this revised plan. Ms. Randall confirmed that this was correct. Chair Erickson suggested that a condition should be included that the revised grading plan and calculations be approved by the City Engineer prior to approval. Ms. Randall stated that condition number three addresses this issue; however, there have been some revisions. Chair Erickson stated that he would prefer language be included which deals specifically with the site and the drainage onto adjacent properties. He noted that the City must ensure that any future development does not alter the natural run-off of the different parcels. Commissioner Baker asked if the issue ofthe existing accessory building had been resolved. Ms. Randall explained that the tuck under garage on proposed Block 2, Lot 2 was previously unsecured. This building has since been secured. The garage is currently a non-conforming structure because it is an accessory without a principal structure on the site. The Zoning Ordinance requires a principal structure to be constructed prior to the construction of an accessory structure. Staff believes a primary structure will be built on the property in the near future and felt that the garage could remain provided that it remain secured from vandalism and unauthorized access. Mr. Ringwald noted that the accessory structure meets the setback requirements for the proposed property. Chair Erickson asked if the property owner to the north had agreed to the easements and accesses. Ms. Randall stated that staff had not received any response from Mr. Bachman as to his preferences. Chair Erickson requested confirmation that the Bachman property was currently land locked, unless they extend access to Lexington Avenue. Ms. Randall stated that this was correct. Chair Erickson indicated that the proposal would clean up the access to the Bachman property and noted that it would be possible for the property to access Shoreline Lane as well. Ms. Randall agreed and noted that access could also be made to the cul-de-sac. Chair Erickson stated that the possible variables to the proposal had been thoroughly covered by the conditions of approval for recommendation. He asked if the final plat would be brought to the Planning Commission for recommendation. Ms. Randall stated that the final plat would not be brought before the Planning Commission unless major changes were made by the City Council.