06-25-07 Item 7A, Planning Case 07-014 Plat of Hazelnut Park #3

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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION -JUNE 6, 2007 6 Councilmember Larson asked how the infiltration pond and catch basin would work. Les Mateffy, Engineer, explained how the pond and catch basin would work. Barry O'Meara, applicant, explained the drainage easement. Commissioner Zimmerman asked if they had looked at any rain gardens for the lots. Mr. Mateffy responded that they had not considered rain gardens in the front of the houses, but they had looked at similar methods. He noted they had two infiltrations projects on either end ofthe project, but not on the individual lots. Chair Sand stated he wanted to minimize truck traffic. He asked if the grading plan balanced on site. Mr. Mateffy responded they might have to haul in 1,000 yards, but they were pretty much balanced on site. Chair Sand asked if each of the lots would be developed as single-family dwellings. Mr. O'Meara responded that was correct. Chair Sand closed the public hearing at 7:33 p.m. Chair Sand stated that he agreed they needed the 30-foot setback for continuity with the rest ofthe area. Commissioner Larson state he objected to Lot 4 drainage easements. He did not believe the drainage easements would be very effective. Commissioner Holewa inquired about the three trees in the front yard. He asked if that was too many trees. Mr. O'Meara noted there was more front yard than appeared on the plat and there was room for that many trees. Commissioner Zimmerman moved, seconded by Commissioner Larson, to recommend approval of Planning Case 07-014 for a Preliminary Plat, Pinal Plat, and Variance for the Hazelnut Park #3 Subdivision based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans as amended by the ten conditions in the June 6, 2007 Planning Case report. The motion carried unanimously (7-0). n"O.) ~,f1 V\:,~