1997-07-23 - CC Packet - (Admin.)

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Director/Building Official, explained the standards; Top of block, grading around the house, the grade of the driveway, the garage elevation, and finally, the lowest floor elevation to ensure elevation is above the water table. Mr. Goertz explained he pays $200.00 for a Registered Land Survey to come out and do an "as built" to confirm elevation is accurate. Councilmember Helmbrecht commented the city has never tolerated deviating from the grading plan and the city would not tolerate it now. Councilmember Brenner explained with the city's drainage problems the Council pays close attention to all aspects of grading. Mr. Nyberg explained there is a minimal 1% pitch on all elevations and the elevations in question are all higher than the minimal requirements. In addition, the presented elevations shouldn't be a problem. Mr. Palzer requested Council direction on the grading plan leeway. Mr. Kytonen suggested the policing should be done when the elevation is lower than 905', not when the elevation is too high. Councilmember Brenner left the council chambers at 7:35 P.M. Councilmember Powers stressed the Council is plagued with drainage concerns regularly and now the Council tries to head off potential problems. Mr. Goertz explained working with Mr. Palzer and Mr. Nyberg on the grade, will work out well. Mr. Palzer suggested addressing the zoning ordinance with concerns of building pads so prudent planning is done, especially with different types of homes. Finally, the proposed grading plan is adequate, however, the zoning ordinance should be reconsidered to address these issues. Mayor Wilharber recessed the meeting at 7:45 P.M. Council meeting reconvened at 7:50 P.M. Councilmember Helmbrecht asked Mr. Palzer for his recommendation on governing elevations. Mr. Palzer questioned Mr. Nyberg's understanding of other communities governing policies. Mr. Nyberg commented it is difficult to police the elevation variations. Councilmember Helmbrecht suggested staff and Engineer work on the situation to prevent future conflicts. Councilmember Brenner returned at 8:00 P.M. The Council updated Councilmember Brenner on the discussion. MOTION by Councilmember Helmbrecht to approve the Clearwater Meadows Development revised - grading plans. Motion seconded by Mayor Wilharber. Motion carried unanimously. Councilmember Powers said, for the record, "I depend on the hired professionals that this will work out, if it doesn't, I will not be a happy camper." MOTION by Councilmember Helmbrecht to approve city staff and the Engineer to work together to address these issues and to prevent future problems. Motion seconded by 4