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1.3. Could.the new development.be serviced by only one new entrylexit from CRE? 14. When is the earliest anticipated date of construction- estimated earliest construction to be Spring of 2007. f 5. When will additional meeting be held? That has not been determined at this time. 16. Is the privatedrive being considered "in play" for the new development? Hartford Group would like to discuss this further and explore all options. 17. Why is the parcel/developer considering commercial when the Met Council is only pushing for Residential? Hartford and the City of Gem Lake are both anticipating developing the parcels under a PUD (Planned Unit Development) which allows more flexibility for the developer, but also more control by the city, A PUD may or may not include commercial development. 18. Preserve all trees along CRE except for what must be removed to allow new access roadways. 19. Senior housing could be desirable in the back portion of the right parcel surrounded by beautiful natural resources. 20. What other developments has Hartford completed? Will they show some of their previous work? Hartford Group looks at each new development individually, and develops what they feel is most appropriate for that site: Other Hartford Group developments can be viewed at www.hartfordgrp,com 21. Develop something the neighbors can be proud of 22. What is the anticipated price range of single family homes and/or lots?. Potentially .$350,000for single family homes,. single family lots near natural resources on the right parcel may sell for $300,000. Twin homes would likely fall in the mid- high $200,000 range. 23. Can the development create a new natural resource (i.e. Park/Pond Area) on the left parcel to raise the sale price of units an that parcel? 24. Gem Lake currently has no two homes alike - encourage this new development to be creative and provide a great variety of styles, .colors and materials. 25. Liberty Development in Stillwater. MN is a great example of a variety of housing styles, with varying colors: 26. Like the idea of a Chemed residential development. 27. How will our property values change? Do:we need to consider selling now? Will taxes go up? Can this development help our property values? 28. What is the process for any re-zoning/PUD approval process/etc.? Planning commission is working on the. PUD ordinance and zoning currently. This will all need council approval, 29. Are any council member up for re-election? Two members are up for re-election and the mayor is es well. 30. Park dedication requirements- 10% of land developed or 10% of development value must be set aside. 31. Next step is to hold a committee meeting and then Hartford Group will start developing concept plans. '2. What are the deal breakers for thepurchase agreement? Hartford Group stated 3 units/acre is needed or it may be a deal breaker. Damon Farber Associates Page. 3 of 4