10-13-2022 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION OCTOBER 13, 2022 4 Mr. Moravetz, 476 Allen Avenue, commented that three existing homes were removed from the property along with all of the trees. He referenced the split between densities and believed that the original plan was to have a gradual change from high to medium whereas this would appear to be mostly high density. The Community Development Director confirmed that was the projection in the future land use map, prior to the applicant bringing an actual plan forward. She stated that the City Council did request that units be less dense on the southern end and denser on the northern end to provide that transition. She stated that the overall density for the site falls within medium density. Mr. Moravetz asked for details on the dashed line shown on the plan. The Community Development Director replied that is the boundary for the first phase. Mr. Moravetz referenced the sidewalk that will go down Allen to Vanderbie and asked where that would lead to. The Community Development Director stated that it would end at a crossing and noted that there could be future plans for additional connections. She noted that currently residents are just walking along Allen Avenue. She provided additional details related to pedestrian connections. Mr. Moravetz asked if the open land would be left wild until developed. The Community Development Director replied that it would be seeded with grass until developed with future phases. Mr. Tabone commented that typically when the complete grading they seed with an erosion control mix and once established that is cut a few times per year. He stated that they are looking to perhaps begin the next phase the next year. Acting Chair Johnson provided additional suggestions for pedestrian connection to the park. Commissioner Thorson asked if this plan would lock in a number of units for this development. Mr. Tabone commented that typically they adhere to preliminary approvals, and they would work to remain in compliance with the preliminary plat. He recognized the comments that this density is desired. Mr. Moravetz agreed with the sidewalk suggestion of Acting Chair Johnson. He asked and received confirmation that the plan would still be to direct construction traffic north and asked if anything would be done to prevent truck traffic from going south. He asked if jersey barriers could be used to prevent traffic from traveling south until the homes are occupied.