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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL APRIL 25, 2007 Allan noted that the 1,000 foot cul-de-sac as proposed would require a variance. Soby indicated that given their plat does not require the road connections to the east and west and they were being provided for the greater good of the community, it was his feeling that a Variance would not be necessary. Allan noted that in the previous concept review Soby was directed that Richie Place could not landlock abutting properties. Allan indicated that future road connections could be provided while still maintaining the cul- de-sac length at 500 feet. Blesener noted the City Engineer's 2004 report relative to the impact that existing wetlands have on development potential to the west. The City Engineer reported that in 2004 he looked at the existing grades and wetland delineation for this area and determined that it would be very difficult, if not impossible, to connect a road through this area to Arcade Street. At that time a thoroughfare concept was developed, which shows a cul-de-sac extending through the Richie property with a cul-de-sac curving west to pick up potentially developable land, and a road to the east connecting to Beam Avenue. Blesener asked if Maplewood has reviewed the Richie Place concept. Soby reported that he discussed the concept with Maplewood's planner who suggested that it be presented to Little Canada first. Soby indicated that he has not reviewed the concept with the Watershed, but he did have a wetland delineation done for the property within the last 35 to 45 days. Soby noted that his concept includes a line delineating wetland location. The City Administrator reviewed a diagram put together by the Watershed based on a review of aerial photography and existing topography which estimates the wetland areas. The Administrator pointed out that the only way to determine the actual wetland edges is to do delineation. Soby noted that the Watershed diagram is an estimate, and pointed out that he had an actual delineation done. The City Engineer stated that only the Watershed can approve the wetland boundary, and noted that delineation cannot be done until at least May 1 S` when wetland vegetation is established. Soby indicated that the Watershed would be his next step in moving forward with the concept. Soby stated that he is aware that a Watershed permit will be required for this development. The concept was proposed for Council reaction and recommendation, prior to proceeding with more expensive analysis of the development.