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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION JULY 12, 1990 DeLonais suggested that the Planner raise the issue of the street improvement with the City Council. DeLonais pointed out that other requests for property divisions on unimproved streets have been denied. Costa pointed out that there are other similar properties in the City which have not caused any problems. Costa felt that if the cost of running a cul -de -sac in from Savage Lane was prohibitive, he would not be in favor of denial of the property division and felt access should be allowed via an extension of the driveway serving 298 Rose Place. Pedersen asked if the cul -de -sac would have to be paved. The Planner replied that it would have to meet City standards, which include curb and gutter and paving. Herkenhoff stated that he did not see the need for paving given the little use the driveway would receive. Stewart reported that the gravel road stops at his property line, and he is only requesting an extension of about 20 feet. Herkenhoff pointed out that the burden of the assessment would be on the Stewart and Buche properties, which he believed would be a financial hardship. Herkenhoff felt that if the property owners were satisfied with a gravel road and agreed to maintain that road, the variance should be approved. Stewart pointed out that Buche is already maintaining the road, and he would share this burden if the property division is approved. Stewart stated that he is not asking the City to assume responsibility for maintenance. The Planner reported that the concern is for access for emergency vehicles. Pedersen pointed out that there are other homes in the City that have longer driveways than this one would. It was estimated that the driveway to the Stewart home would be 250 feet. Costa pointed out that only blacktop would be required, not utilities. The Planner believed that utilities are already in place. Page 4