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No known northern long-eared bat hibernacula or maternity roost trees are located in <br />the project area. <br />c. Discuss how the identified fish, wildlife, plant communities, rare features, and ecosystems <br />may be affected by the project. Include a discussion on introduction and spread of <br />invasive species from the project construction and operation. Separately discuss effects <br />to known threatened and endangered species. <br />No impacts to fish, wildlife, plant communities, rare features, or ecosystems are <br />anticipated. <br />Invasive species are plants and animals that are not native to an area and area <br />capable of causing harm. Certain measures can be taken to limit the likelihood of <br />introducing invasive species, such as securing local materials to avoid the long-range <br />movement of goods or washing vehicles prior to accessing the project site. Additionally, <br />landscape design would include native, non-invasive plants. <br />d. Identify measures that will be taken to avoid, minimize, or mitigate adverse effects to fish, <br />wildlife, plant communities, and sensitive ecological resources <br />No adverse effects to fish, wildlife, plan communities, or sensitive ecological resources <br />are anticipated as a result of redevelopment of this site. <br />14. Historic Properties <br />Describe any historic structures, archeological sites, and/or traditional cultural properties on <br />or in close proximity to the site. Include 1) historic designations; 2) known artifact areas; and <br />3) architectural features. Attach letter received from the State Historic Preservation Office <br />(SHPO). Discuss any anticipated effects to historic properties during project construction and <br />operation. Identify measures that will be taken to avoid, minimize, or mitigate adverse effects <br />to historic properties. <br />The Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) database was reviewed to <br />determine whether any known cultural resources have been previously identified within the <br />project area. The SHPO database response noted that no known resources have been <br />identified in the project area (see Attachment B). <br />It is not anticipated that archaeological sites will be uncovered during the construction of <br />this project. However, if cultural materials are encountered during the construction, <br />Unanticipated Discoveries protocols will be followed. <br />15. Visual <br />Describe any scenic views or vistas on or near the project site. Describe any project related <br />visual effects such as vapor plumes or glare from intense lights. Discuss the potential visual <br />effects from the project. Identify any measures to avoid, minimize, or mitigate visual effects. <br />The proposed development would include two four-story residential buildings, one five-story <br />residential building, and seven one-story commercial buildings. The residential buildings <br />would be taller than the surrounding buildings. There are no scenic views or vistas on or near <br />the project site. Views from County Road C and Herschel Street would be similar to those <br />Twin Lakes Station 16 March 2020 <br /> <br />