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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 22, 1999 Fahey felt that the connection of Bryan Street from Jackson to Little Canada Road was a viable option for the reasons discussed at the Planning Commission meeting. Fahey asked if there was anyone from the public present who wished to speak on this matter. There was not. Morelan felt that the PUD zoning was a loophole approach to ailowing variances, and did not know how variances could be justified for this development. Morelan stated that he can almost see the justification for a rear yard setback variance for the units abutting the garage area, but could not support the front yard setback variances being proposed. Morelan felt the development could be made to work without the need for variances. Pedersen felt that if the proposal were for sing(e-family homes, he would not be supportive of the variances. However, a townhome development is much more compact than single-family, therefore, a smaller rear yard area is less of an issue. Fahey felt if the property were rezoned to R-2, there was no justification for granting the variances. Fahey felt, however, that with PUD zoning, the City would be able to set reasonable standards for the development. Fahey noted that this is a complex development and that Mr. Howe is combining several pieces of property. He also noted that park dedication bein~ of~'ered by Mr. Howe is larger than what the ordinance requires. Fahey stated that he had asked that a concept for a cul-de-sac be looked at rather than Bryan Street going all the way throu~h. However, upon review of that concept did not feel there would be a significant change in the amount of traffic utilizing the intersection of Jackson and Little Canada Road. Therefore, Fahey felt the through street concept worked. Fahey stated that he supported the PUD zoning, but felt there should not be a significant departure for rear yard setback on the east end of the property. Fahey again indicated that the design of the buildings could be changed to make the project work without a departure from setback standards. Scalze agreed, but felt there was justification for a rear yard setback variance for the units abutting the park ~iven the extra land dedication for the park. Howe again pointed out that the terrain of the property makes it difficult to work with. Other problems are the size of the property and the fact that Little Canada Road angles. Howe requested PUD zoning and indicated that he needs the number of units he is proposing to make the project work financially. He indicated that this will be a very expensive project, noting there were several parcels that had to be acquired to make it work. Howe also felt that the parkland should not be any narrower than the 110 feet proposed.