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A V are in compliance with ordinance 94. Staff confirmed the structure and placement were approved by the City and it was in compliance. Ms. Saxton noted the structure may hinder the resale of their home. On anther note, Mayor Wilharber commented the current ordinance does not allow a building permit to expire if work is progressing. Furthermore, the ordinance should be amended to eliminate the clause that allows residents not to complete projects within a time line. Mayor Wilharber moved to direct the Planning and Zoning Commission to look at the ordinance regarding the building permit time line and to establish an expiration for building permits Motion seconded by Councilmember Powers Motion carried unanimou&y, Councilmember Brenner moved to direct Staff to have this issue brought forth to the Planning and Zoning Commission Motion seconded by Councilmember Powers Motion carried unanimously. Dick & Monica Travis - The Woods of Clearwater Creek Update Mr. Nyberg gave a brief overview of the Travis' rezone request from RI rural residential to R5 executive residential for property north of Center Hills Development. Moreover, the Travis family plans to appear before the Council on July 22, for rezone approval. If the Council approves the rezone request, the Travis' will appear before the Planning Commission in August for preliminary plat approval. Following, the Travis' will present their request for preliminary plat approval before the Council. The Travis' are seeking a building permit to begin constructing their home. Councilmember Brenner questioned the engineer about the wetland issues and Rice Creek Watershed Districts (RCWD) comments. Mr, Travis stated they are scheduled to appear on RCWD agenda. However, RCWD Staff confirmed the request is reasonable and they did not foresee delays. Mr. March explained the Travis' will need to obtain an emergency vehicle access variance from the City, if they plan to begin building on the northern lot prior to the installation of roads and utilities. Councilmember Powers emphasized the desire to preserve the trees in all proposed development. Ms. Travis responded a few trees will be relocated to construct the road. The proposed building sites are absent of trees. In addition, the majority of trees will not be affected. Mayor Wilharber questioned the Travis' intentions in regards to park dedication. Mr. Travis replied they planned to provide a trail access to the park and to dedicate funds in place of park land. Mayor Wilharber addressed the need to provide an easement to the park. The Council discussed wetland restrictions and options in regards to the issuance of a building permit. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 4