01-26-2023 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION JANUARY 26, 2023 4 The Community Development Director explained that the County works with the applicant to ensure there is access and explained how construction vehicles access the site. She noted that there would not be any road closures related to construction. Jessica Turcot, 2674 Schletty, commented that she appreciates the additional area in the rear yards. She stated that although she would prefer three or four houses, she understands that more are allowed. She commented that she likes that the proposal meets City standards where it meets her yard. She stated that in previous discussion with the developer he stated that he would preserve as many trees in the outlot as possible but noted that many of the larger trees are proposed to be impacted in this plan. She asked if more of the larger trees could remain on the outlot. She stated that while she still has concerns about water, she acknowledged that she is not an expert. Mr. Keatts stated that their goal is to limit the number of trees removed to the extent possible. He explained that if they are able to save more trees on the outlot, they would but did not want to overpromise and under deliver. He commented that if there is a way to save trees marked for removal of the plan, they would do that. Justin Parda, 2655 Edgerton, commented that he still has some concern with water flow. He was unsure how close the new roadway would be to his back property line, noting that there is a slope into his back property. He asked if there would be an easement request and what would occur in the space between the roadway and his property line. He had concern with snow melt drainage if the snow is plowed into that area. He stated that he has a large trunk maple in his backyard and provided details on its critical root zone. He wanted to ensure that his tree was not impacted during construction. He stated that if the tree were damaged there would be legal liability. He expressed concerns with security and wanted more information on potential barriers. He did not want snow removal to encumber his backyard and requested that in writing. He appreciated the efforts of the applicant in trying to accommodate the input received. Robert Vinet, 2682 Schletty Drive, commented that in previous review there was a lot of discussion related to grade changes. He stated that there was previous discussion of a large retaining wall that would lead to the outlot, and along the west side of the properties. He commented that he appreciates the new plan but has not seen a detailed presentation of the grade changes. He commented that he would like to ensure tree health and would find it useful to see that additional detail. Mr. Keatts commented that along the western side of the property they would propose tuck under houses rather than a rambler or two story which would eliminate the need for additional grading and a retaining wall. The Community Development Director commented that the detailed drawings are available on the City website.