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In reference to the previous plan submittal (Exhibit A), the following changes have been made: • Omission of cul-de-sac providing access to Lots 12, 13, 14 and 15, Block 2. • Omission of cul-de-sac providing access to Lots 7, 8, 9 and 10, Block 5. • Omission of cul-de-sac providing access to Lots 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18, Block 5. • Shortening of cul-de-sac in northern portion of Block 5. The proposed street modifications do not adversely impact the subdivision's circulation and are considered acceptable. While the proposed street modifications are considered acceptable, a number of street related concerns identified in the previous plat submission remain with the preliminary plat design alternative. 1. Holly Drive. Holly Drive, which bisects the subject site, has been designated a "collector" street by the City's Thoroughfare Plan. Reflective of its classification, the City Engineer has recommended that the street's existing 66 foot right-of-way width be increased to 80 feet. In this regard, an additional seven feet of right-of-way should be dedicated on each side of the street. 2. Cul -De -Sac Length. At ± 1,200 feet in length, the subdivision's northerly cul-de-sac significantly exceeds the City's maximum 500 foot cul-de-sac length requirement. Such cul-de-sac length is due to the configuration of the subject property and area wetland containment. In this regard, the proposed cul-de-sac length is considered justified for the following reasons: a. The subject property may not be put to reasonable use if the City's 500 foot cul-de-sac length requirement is imposed. . b. Circumstances unique to the property were not created by the landowner. c. The hardship is not economic in nature. d. The allowance of the proposed cul-de-sac length will not impair area property values. e. The allowance of the cul-de-sac will be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the Ordinance. 5