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PLANNING REPORT northwest assoc_iLted co T0: Little Canada Ma or and City Council FROM: David Lich DATE: 21 January 1985 RE: Gordie Howe Park Avenue Development Proposal FILE NO: 758.09 - 84.55 rsultEnts, inc. Mr. Howe has requested that our office clarify the recommendations which was made relative to "intense screening and landscaping" for the south and west borders of the proposed development. In this regard, it should be pointed out that a row of evergreen does exist along the south of the site in question. The trees are not, however, on Mr. Howe's site. The concern for screening along the south border is based upon both internal as well as external reasons. A screen will provide a buffer to the single family home to the south. Additionally, should more intense development ever occur in this R -B zoned area the screening will protect the proposed 4 unit residences. To the west, the land is zoned 6 -3. Existing and potential development again could cause compatibility problems and as a result some protection for the proposed residential units is suggested. The planting material which is suggested are Lilacs or Honeysuckle which are relatively inexpensive. Our estimates and calculations would suggest 105 plants would be needed at a cost of approximately 5500. We also are not suggesting that nature plants be initially installed. Small plants of one to two foot height (one gallon) are seen as acceptable. Finally, concern was raised relative to a bond. This can be handled through the nursery where the plants are purchased, providing a two year guarantee. We are available to respond to additional questions regarding this matter. cc: Joseph Chlebeck Lowell Nagovsky Gordie Howe 16 wxYakay—ij JAN 1985 CITY OF LITTLE CANADA MI: it icL iJ [Aid ( ?lI!ll ll'. 1p(1I■ r11 ! if R."1fl, 1, 0 12H1 H tcI. 612/971,-