07-14-2022 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION JULY 14, 2022 4 Aaron Doeden, 2680 Edgerton Street, supported the comments of the previous resident. He agreed that the City previously denied a request to build three homes on the lot. He stated that decision supported his decision to purchase his home. He stated that if he would have known that this property could be developed to this extent, it would have impacted his decision to purchase his home. He stated that if this is passed, he would most likely sell his home immediately. He stated that he would propose to purchase the property through GoFundMe donations and propose a trail or free mini golf course on the property. He believed that would be a better idea for everyone. He wished people luck not sliding down the sloped street into traffic on Edgerton. He recognized the right to build on property but did not believe a street should be created. He stated that while he appreciates the spirit of the law as it was mentioned, it is the letter of the law that must be followed. Jessica Turcotte, 2674 Schletty Drive, commented that the lots in her development are very different because of the steep slopes. She stated that anything that happens with the watershed will need to be watched closely as she already has two sump pumps and has regraded her yard twice in attempt to manage the water. She recognized the option for park dedication and asked if the developer would plan to donate land which would allow the walking path around the lake to be kept. She also referenced a previous proposal which had three lots using a shared driveway or private drive and ultimately did not pass. She stated that she spoke at those meetings asking about setbacks and was told that she would not have to worry about it because the lots would be large, and they would want trees and privacy. She asked why the road would not be placed forward, similar to a frontage road, that would allow for larger homes and maintain the character of the neighborhood. She referenced the setback variances and believed that there are ways to build on the property that does not require a rear yard setback variance. She stated that the economic realities are not considered as a hardship. She stated that if three homes were okay, she would wonder if the density has been changed for the property that would allow for the additional homes. She stated that a home on her street recently sold for $700,000 and believed that having homes of 4,000 square feet backing up to homes of about 1,200 square feet would impact values. She wanted to ensure that things are being built that fit the tone of the neighborhood, do not impact the culture of the lake, or cause issues with stormwater or privacy. Nate Preuss, 2728 Edgerton Street, stated that he has a number of concerns with the proposal. He stated that he walks his dog four to five times per day and his office overlooks the park. He commented that the park is appreciated and well used by residents and this development would have an impact on the adjacent residents and residents as a whole that use the park. He commented that what would have to be done to build on the property would have impacts on other properties, to the lake and to the creek. He stated that there is a blind spot on Edgerton where the proposed road is supposed to connect. He asked what would be done to address that safety concern as Edgerton is a dangerous street, noting that his mailbox has been hit multiple times per year. Cathy Venette, 2682 Schletty Drive, stated that as this has been discussed her neighborhood has been meeting to discuss the impacts this would have. She stated that a big reason they purchased their property is because of the views of the park and privacy. She noted that this development