02-14-2013 Planning Comm. Minutes

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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 14, 2013 The Planner stated that the Pinetree Pond plat as proposed meets or exceeds City Code requirements as well as provides for future development access for the properties to the east. The larger lots proposed facilitate site grading and building pad locations. He noted, however, that the site will require a great deal of grading which impacts the ability to save trees. The developer is proposing to save as many trees as possible, especially around the perimeter of the property. A landscape plan has been submitted that provides for tree replacement, and that plan exceeds the City's standards. The Planner noted that the center of the circle on the cul -de -sac is proposed as an infiltration pond. That area will be landscaped and the plantings used will be suitable for this type of usage. Landscaping and a subdivision monument are proposed at the intersection of the new street and LaBore Road. The Planner noted his recommendation that a homeowners' association be established to control ownership and maintenance of the monument and all common areas within the plat. The Planner pointed out that there will he an extensive development agreement between the developer and the City that will address this issue as well as many others. The Planner indicated that staff recommends approval of the Preliminary Plat of Pinetree Pond subject to compliance with the recommendations outlined in his report and that of the City Engineer. Gordie Howe, Masterpiece Homes, reported that he has assembled 2945, 2959, and 2966 LaBore Road to put together the proposed Pinetree Pond plat. Howe noted that the plat meets City Code requirements, and he is requesting no variances. Howe pointed out that in developing the plat, the City indicated its preference that the road serving Pinetree Pond align with Cherry Hill Lane. Howe reported that in finalizing the landscape plan, his landscaper will meet with property owners around the perimeter of the project to move some of the trees closer to the back lot lines. He noted that the landscape plan will meet and exceed City Code. Howe acknowledged that many trees will be lost in the middle of the property, but many will be saved around the perimeter. Howe indicated that this is a difficult property to grade and noted that there are mounds of dirt that have been piled on the site for a long time. Howe also indicated that an association will be developed for the maintenance of common areas as well as the monument site. Knudsen asked if there would be any landscaping added to Outlot B (stub road to the east) to enhance the appearance of this area until a future road - 3 -