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provided in regard to the need to identify easements upon the plat (easements are not presently identified). Park Dedication. No park land dedication has been proposed as part of the subdivision. The applicant will be required to pay a per lot cash contribution in lieu of dedication of land for park which will be determined by the Parks and Recreation Commission and approved by City Council. Design Alternative. To address the lot configuration and rear yard setback concerns cited in this report, it is suggested that a subdivision design similar to that of the previous plat be pursued, with the former Outlot A reserve strip being conveyed to the adjacent lots (Lot 1, Block 1 and Lot 1, Block 2). To avoid the creation of an oddly shaped lot, improve lot usability and eliminate potential maintenance concerns, it is also recommended that the east side lot line of Lot 2, Block 2 (as depicted on the previous plat) be shifted eastward resulting in "straightened" lot line that emanates from the center of Hamel Court. SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATION The City and the developers had worked to create a subdivision that avoided a "reserve strip" configuration and permit the adjoining property owner to ensure that their remaining property could be subdivided. However, the adjoining owner has not expressed an interest in participating at this time. The developers have redesigned their plat by relocating the cul -de -sac in the middle of the property. However, it results in lot configurations that create less desirable building sites, and lot lines that do not conform to the Subdivision Ordinance requirements. As a result, planning staff believes that the earlier plat layout be followed, even though it seems to create the "reserve strip" issue. If desired, the adjoining property owner will need to purchase property to further subdivide his lot. Based on the preceding review, our office recommends approval of the "Hamel Estates" preliminary /final plat subject to the following conditions 1. To address street frontage and rear yard setback concerns, a subdivision design similar to that of the previous plat submission be pursued, with the former Outlot A reserve strip being conveyed to the adjacent lots (Lot 1, Block 1 and Lot 1, Block 2). 2. The east side lot line of Lot 2, Block 2 (as depicted on the previous plat) be shifted eastward resulting in "straightened" lot line that emanates from the center of Hamel Court. 3. Front yard setbacks on the plat drawing be increased from 20 to 30 feet. 3