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City of Roseville - Planning Commission Minutes for August 2, 2006http://www.ci.roseville.mn.us/council/planning/minutes/2006/pm0802.htm a.Planning File 3759: Mr. Paschke advised that J. W. Moore, Inc. and Keller Williams request Planning Commission comment and direction on a proposal for developing eight (8) existing single-family zoned lots southwest of the intersection of South McCarrons Boulevard and Woodruff Avenue, adjacent to Reservoir Woods. Mr. Paschke briefly reviewed the Comprehensive Land Use Map designation; undeveloped rights-of way for Chandler Avenue and McCarrons Boulevard; and proposed vacation of two (2) public rights-of-way, development of eight (8) town home units consisting of four (4) two-unit structures, public road and homeowners association, and change in zoning to a PUD with an underlying R-6 Townhouse District. to present written comment on the sketch plan. Grant Johnson and Chris Wiley, representing JW Moore, Inc. and Keller Williams, Applicant Mr. Johnson and Mr. Wiley advised that, in talking to neighbors of the property, they were flexible with construction of either four (4) single-family homes rather than the proposed town home units. Discussion included proposed price points depending on square footage; housing needs of the community; pond requirements depending on the type of development and setback requirements; existing tree inventory and which proposal (town home or single-family) created the larger impact on existing trees and vegetation; location of the easement and significant grade changes in the area; and no past practice in the City charging people for vacated rights-of-way. Commissioner Boerigter concurred with neighbors and opined that four single-family, higher end homes seemed a better use of the property in that area; and noted the incredible access to trails at that location. Commissioner Bakeman opined a need for one-level town homes in the community; but expressed support for either one level town homes or single-family homes. Further discussion included which advantages and disadvantages of both options. was for single-family homes in that area, being more attractive and having less impact on the property, while both would be useful for the City and address specific housing needs. Commissioner Doherty opined that either option would be satisfactory. Commissioner Roe opined his support of either option; but cautioned the developers to tread lightly on impacts to the park. Commissioner Wozniak encouraged the developer to hold more meetings with the neighborhood to discussion their options; and opined that town homes may represent more of a departure for the character of the neighborhood. It was the consensus of Commissioners that the developer seek additional input from the neighborhood before developing their plan further; and they noted that there appeared to be more neighborhood interest in single-family homes. Chair Traynor recognized audience member, Jeff Popowski, previously identified as wishing to speak to this sketch plan. Jeff Popowski, 468 Woodruff Avenue Mr. Popowski presented his written comments (no copy available?) seeking clarification on single-family versus town home use of the property; easement controls; and ponding on the site. critical difference; road right-of-way dedications and requests to vacate if found unnecessary for a roadway. b.Public Hearing Notice Post Cards Associate Planner Bryan Lloyd led a discussion regarding the cost of the current sized post cards for noticing public hearings, and a proposed smaller post card to take advantage of less expensive postage rates (current $0.39 versus proposed $0.24) and to achieve cost-savings. 14 of 152/6/2007 11.13