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Planning & Zoning Board April 13, 2016 Page 5 APPROVED MINUTES Developer Rick Packer of Mattamy Homes responded to questions and concerns from the board. Mr. Packer discussed the architectural style that makes their buildings stand out and asked that the board evaluate the homes on their merits. Next time he is in front of the Planning and Zoning Board he will have more photographs. Mr. Packer also discussed noise requirements. Mr. Kassner asked Mr. Packer what would be the degradation to planning if certain homes require add-ons in the back of the house, such as wider window frames. Mr. Packer explained his aversion to evaluating houses on an individual basis and believes once the development is approved, they should be allowed to go forward without needing to look at the houses one-by-one. Michael Grochala, Community Development Director, agreed that the City will not want to check every single house. Staff is comfortable with giving options and having developers meet one of those options. Mr. Packer also discussed market research. Mr. Root declared the Public Hearing open at 8:35 p.m. Jim Huber, Centerville resident, questioned why he received a public notice from the Army Corps of Engineers regarding the wetlands around his house. Mr. Huber was wondering if the wetland will be taken away and voiced his concerns on the matter. He also brought up noise levels on 20th Avenue. Corrine Mitsch, Centerville resident, brought up concerns which included 44’ lot sizes, permitted parking, noise, and Native American burial grounds. Stephanie Heckman, Centerville resident, explained her traffic concerns and wondered how residents on Deer Pass will be able to get onto 20th Avenue with the increased traffic, taking into consideration existing traffic from Eagle Brook Church. Staff addressed concerns brought up during the Public Hearing. Mr. Grochala discussed wetlands and drainage in the area and affirmed that the wetland near Mr. Huber’s residence will not be impacted. He discussed noise considerations and ensured that staff is working with developers to do what they can to design around the noise and avoid mistakes that were made in the past. Mr. Grochala explained that an archaeological study was done on this site and no burial grounds were found. He described permitted street parking and described the houses on the 44’ lots in more detail to put the size into perspective. Ms. Larsen added that the City does not allow parking in the grass in any of our neighborhoods. Mr. Grochala also addressed traffic on 20th Avenue. There will be no signaled intersections for now since it is not warranted, but when those warrants are met signals can be added. Until then, the intersections should still be able to operate at the existing level of service. Mr. Laden made a MOTION to recommend continuation of the Public Hearing. Motion was supported by Mr. Evenson. Motion carried 5 - 0. (Root abstained.)