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Planning & Zoning Board May 10, 2017 Page 3 APPROVED MINUTES Mr. Masonick asked how the number of units were increased. Ms. Larsen stated the request was for 452 units. Four (4) units would be allowed today based on one (1) unit per 10 acres. Mr. Evenson asked how the neighbors would be affected if the utility staging area were to be approved. Ms. Larsen stated that that is something that would need to be evaluated at a later point. Ms. Larsen stated that we have to be conscious about taking up the entire allocated sanitary sewer. Mr. Evenson asked if there would be any harm if the utility staging area were to be approved. Ms. Larsen stated everyone in this area is in the post 2030 and there would be no cost to the immediate property owner. Chair Tralle asked about the no service area to the south. Ms. Larsen stated that there is one home on the property that is on well and septic. Chair Tralle asked if there are any issues with bringing a pipe through the no service area. Ms. Larsen stated that they would have to obtain an easement to get the pipe through the easement. Chair Tralle stated that NorthPointe is about a mile from the proposed location. Chair Tralle asked why we are reviewing this land use application with all the red flags. Ms. Larsen stated that any land owner has the opportunity to submit a land use application and we are doing our due diligence. Chair Tralle declared the Public Hearing open at 7:22 p.m. Rick Harrison, Rick Harrison Site Design Studio, 8832 7th Ave North, Golden Valley, presented his own PowerPoint presentation. Mr. Harrison discussed why this site is good for a high density residential development given its topography and view sheds of the lake. Chair Tralle stated that he likes the concept of what is planned but it boils down to sewer and water. Chair Tralle questioned the affordability of the housing. Mr. Harrison stated that he cannot answer that question at this point. Mr. Root stated that the concept is great but there are several hurdles. Mr. Harrison asked if these issues can be overcome and if it is something that could be supported. Chair Tralle stated that if this does come to fruition, what is the board’s opinion? Chair Tralle stated that if you get your ducks in a row, this project would probably be a go.