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The only other potential issue raised by this request is the frontage and access to the street. When this subdivision was approved by the City in the early 1980s, one of the conditions was that when the property to the south developed, a public street would be required that would give access to these parcels, eliminating or reducing the non- conformity for lack of street frontage. However, at the residents' request, the City approved a subdivision for the land to the south without requiring street construction that would serve the lots now being re- subdivided. When property is being subdivided, the City may consider whether access needs are being met, and whether alternative access should be provided. The City may wish to review whether it is satisfied with the driveway easements are providing reasonable access, or if public street access should be enforced. A partial public street right -of -way exists adjacent to the south boundary line of these lots. Changing access would impact the middle lot the most, requiring a relocation of its garage from the north portion of the lot to the south. In summary, the subdivision proposed will result in lot configurations that will still comply with the requirements for lot width, area, and setbacks. If the City is satisfied with the existing access arrangements via the driveway easements, the subdivision should be approved, subject to the completion of a survey and subject to the City Engineer's recommendations regarding drainage and utility easements. pc: Kathy Glanzer Steve Westerhaus Lee Elfering Greg Schroeder Aleks Klidzejs, 3244 Twin Lake Road, Little Canada, MN 55127