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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 23, 2002 The City Planner noted that leis recommendation is for the combination of Lots 1 and 2 due to the fact that Lot 2 has a buildable width of less than 75 feet at the building line. Anderson noted that Williams Pipeline has commented on Lots 1 and 2, Block l and indicated their discomfort with the construction of a house less than 50 feet from the edge of their easement. McDonell indicated that given the depth of the pipe, Williams is comfortable with Lots 1 and 2 as proposed. Anderson disagreed and noted that Williams indicates their preference fora 50-foot separation between the edge of their easement and dwelling units. Williams would prefer the orientation of the dwelling unit in such a way as to maintain a 50-foot separation. Fahey felt that Lots 1 and 2, Block 2 should be combined as recommended and noted that this would address the concerns raised by Williams and the Department of Transportation. McDonell indicated that the combination of the outlot with the adjacent lot will allow the adjustment of the building pad away from the pipeline easement. According to McDonell, combining the two lots now brings the loss of lots at four. The City Administrator noted McDonell's comments that he was in agreement with t17e recommendations of the City Engineer on the purely engineering issues. The Administrator asked for clarification of this statement. McDonell stated that some of the City Engineer's recommendations duplicated recommendations made by the City Planner. .He indicated that they were in agreement with the engineering technical issues. Mayor Fahey asked if there were any comments from the genera] public present. Steve Brausen, Viking Drive, pointed out that the extension of Preserve Trail to Viking Drive would create corner lots out of the two lots that he owns on Viking Drive. Brausen reported that he has consulted with real estate professionals and has been informed that this will substantially decrease the value of his property. Brauser also pointed out that he will have to incur costs to relocate his driveway. Brausen noted that the Arcarrds, who own property on the opposite side of the proposed Preserve Trail will end up with a corner at the northeast corner of their lot. Jeff McDonell disagreed with the loss of property value noting the proposed value of the Preserve homes wilt be in the $300,000 range. McDonell felt this would increase property values in the area. McDonell also indicated there have been discussions 10