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Member Stone asked that the landscape plan be included. She asked what/where the City's 2,600 + future homes to 2030 will be located. Thomas Paschke explained locations of such projects (medium density) and design density. Chair Mulder noted he lives in such a development. Member Peper asked about hours of operation on week days and week ends. What is the penalty for working outside the hours permitted? (The final regulations are placed in the Planned Unit Development Agreement.) Chair Mulder asked if screening could be placed on the outer end of the private road and on the pipeline easement. Greg Stull, designed for Meadowview Homes, said the screening plan suggestions by the staff are acceptable. At the neighborhood meeting, traffic was the primary concern. In terms of screening, he proposed more coniferous pine trees. Site lighting will be addressed. Member Stone asked why there is no association. Mr. Stull said there will be a homeowners' association. The association will be directed by the builder until the project is completed. Member Ipsen asked if Hamline Avenue access was considered, south of the townhomes along the easement. Mr. Stull explained the reasons for Oakcrest entry because of pipelines. Chair Mulder asked if the developer will work with neighbors on the landscape plan (yes). Mr. Stull also will work on residential street lighting. Member Peper asked how many were at the neighborhood meeting with the developer (estimated at 28-30 residents). Dr. Sadek Youssef, 1319 Willow Circle, asked if there is a hypothetical plan for five to six houses. Thomas Paschke explained that four lots could be built without a road. However, with a cul-de-sac it could create a five-lot subdivision. Dr. Youssef asked if storm water has been studied, the easement fills with water during heavy rains. Thomas Paschke noted that the project must meet the water management requirements. Debra Bloom, Assistant Public Works Director, explained that storm sewers will be needed and will improve the site, and will carry water to Willow Pond. Dr. Youssef asked if the huge evergreen tree would be torn down. Thomas Paschke said the trees along the periphery will be preserved if possible, but in the center of the site, most trees will be removed. Mr. Stull said they will preserve as many trees as possible. Mrs. Linda Neilson, 1349 Brooks Avenue W., asked if there are requirements for subdivision of the land. She asked if the County must approve (only ifthere is an access on Hamline). She asked what the setbacks for porches or decks would be from Oakcrest or Hamline. Thomas Paschke explained setbacks. Mrs. Neilson asked for an explanation of the difference between a variance and PUD setbacks. Mr. Stull explained that porches are incorporated into the structure and that porches/decks could exit off two sides of the house, to a ten foot limit. Mrs. Neilson asked if 26 feet is less than the Code of 30 feet, and would the 26% feet be a PUD requirement (yes). Jim Dare, 2456 No. Hamline Avenue asked if a corner lot has two front yards or one. Thomas Paschke explained the setback is the same 30 feet from the street front and side. He asked what the development will look like from the Hamline and Oakcrest sides of the homes. Chair Mulder asked for elevations of the rear of the home. Mr. Stull explained the rear elevations and garages. Member Stone asked if hip roof lines will be added. What will the massing look like from the end walls? Mr. Stull said he was open to either gable or hip roof. A gable is simpler to construct. Todd Guerrero, 2474 Hamline Avenue, asked what authority the Planning Commission has over the project once approved. Thomas Paschke explained the PUD binding agreement, noting that it runs with the document that is recorded. Citizens can then notify the City staff of perceived violations or modifications. Member Stone asked what procedures would be used to gain compliance while under construction. Thomas Paschke explained performance bond and stop work tags. The City could withhold the Certificate of Occupancy or withhold the next housing permit. Mr. Guerrero asked, what is "life cycle housing? Thomas Paschke explained. Mr. Guerrero asked why $375,000 per unit? Thomas Paschke explained City history with town homes values. Is the homeowner association regulated by the City? (No). The City requires a completed, signed homeowner's association agreement be filed with the City. Alan Deutsch, 1288 Oakcrest Avenue, asked how much closer than existing homes are the town homes to Oakcrest. (a minimum of 3%feet, depending on the house being compared).