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Planning & Zoning Board June 14, 2017 Page 2 APPROVED MINUTES The applicant submitted a land use application for PUD Concept Plan and Comprehensive Plan Amendment. The proposed development is a master planned residential community located along CSAH 54/20th Avenue just east of Amelia Lake. The site contains 2 parcels totaling approximately 40 gross acres. The 40 acre site is currently vacant, natural open space. The mix of residential buildings (8 market rate apartments, 10 twin homes buildings and 2 senior assisted living apartments) are located throughout the site. A clubhouse and pool are also proposed. Pedestrian connectivity is provided throughout the development via sidewalks. A linear public park and trail are proposed adjacent to the lake. The development appears to make a conscientious effort to preserve the natural resources by minimizing wetland impacts, providing wetland buffers, protecting significant trees and maintaining the shoreland setback. Application has been withdrawn by the applicant in a letter dated June 12, 2017. Board members had no questions. Chair Tralle opened the floor for informal resident comments at 6:37 p.m. Jim Gondak, 6391 Centerville Road, stated that the Planning Commission has done a wonderful job and thanked the Board. Gary Pinkley, 6351 20th Avenue, stated that he is glad they withdrew the application. When Mr. Pinkley moved to Twin Cities, he was looking for rural feel and spent many years with houses in his backyard and parties next door. The whole reason for coming to Lino Lakes was for the rural feel. Ok with some units, as it wouldn’t change the character, but not what was proposed. The proposal would not have fit the character and the feel of the area. Tom Fraser, 6468 20th Avenue, expressed concern regarding the engineering plan about making 20th Avenue to a 4 lane divided road and with 200 unit development in Centerville, traffic has become insane. Mr. Frazier said he has to go north to Centerville to make a left turn. Road is rough and has no shoulders. Street is a weak link. Amy Donlin, 6100 Centerville Road, was crestfallen and worried sick when she heard about this project. Ms. Donlin credits the city for staying with the comprehensive plan and really grateful about the strength of the Comp Plan. A lot of the neighbors are held to the 1 unit per 10 acre. No variances because it is a unique, rural, and beautiful entry into the city. Ms. Donlin stated that she never wants to see it that dense and to keep it consistent with those already there. Ms. Donlin thanked and complimented the Planning and Zoning Board and wants Lino Lakes to keep it as rural as possible for as long as you can. No motion made by the Board.