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Lots 7-10, Block 1 are subject to the 150 foot setback requirement. a. These lots meet lot width and size requirements but builders should be cognizant of the setback and design accordingly for decks or future additions. b. Lots 8-9, Block 1 have limited area above the OWHL for accessory structures. Growth Management Policy Per the Comprehensive Plan (page 3-27), an annual average of 230 units per year over each 5 year phasing period not to exceed 345 units in any 1 year is allowed. At the end of the 5 year phasing period unallocated units will be averaged out over the next 5 years. St. Clair Estates will be developed in one phase. Grading of the site is anticipated this summer with potential home construction in the fall. Final Plat A land use application for final plat shall be required. FINDINGS OF FACT Section 302.03(1)(h) states the minimum length of a cul-de-sac shall be 500 feet. The proposed cul-de-sac in St. Clair Estates is approximately 1,200 feet. A variance shall be required. No variance shall be granted unless it meets all the criteria in paragraphs 1. through 7. below. The City shall make findings regarding compliance with these criteria. 1. The variance shall be in harmony with the general purposes and intent of the ordinance. The general purpose and intent of the Street Construction Standards ordinance is to establish standards to encourage well planned and efficient streets by establishing standards for design and construction. Cul-de-sacs lengths are often limited in length for emergency access concerns. This issue is being mitigated by requiring a 10 foot wide, 7 ton emergency access from the cul-de- sac south to CSAH 34 (Birch Street). Emergency access can be obtained from the south via Birch Street in the event the north intersection at Sioux Lane is blocked. Hydrants will also be located every 300 feet for fire protection. 2. The variance shall be consistent with the comprehensive plan. 16