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Page 7 Planning and Zoning Commission, May 16, 1979 • willingness to work with the P&Z and the community on these matters in this, as well as in future developments. Mr. Gourley called the Commission's attention in regard to density to a publication that was published by Metro Council in May of 1979, which outlines a study that they conducted on density in accordance with existing zoning ordinances in 81 communities. The bulk of the 81 communities serveyed (452 percent of them) allow density of between 16 and 20 per acre in multifamily housing areas. In answer to a question, Mr. Gourley indicated this was just statistical data on these communities. In reference to density, Mr. Blackbird felt the support facilities are definitely a consideration. Rice Creek and DNA had been asked to have a submission for this meeting (they were not yet available), and all safety factors were contacted with the exception of the fire department; Mr. Blackbird was told that Centerville served the area in answer to his question. Mr. Johnson asked what exactly was Mr. Blackbird looking for from the Commission at this meeting; Mr. Blackbird said this was just a preliminary plat, and that he's requesting acceptance or consideration, and to confirm some facts. He asked it not be denied if it didn't look right, and he didn't expect an immediate decision. Mr. Heath suggested that the Commission talk further on what was wanted for limits (density). Mr. Gourley said there were some points that were discussed already, like water supply, and Mr. Gotwald could address those problems; he suggested the Fire Department be asked to review the density and submit a report on their ability to handle it. This would be Lexington and Centerville. Mr. McLean brought up the point that he was submitting a plat, and was also submitting it with the understanding that there has to be rezoning to R-5 to go with it; so that there were two items to consider here. Mr. Blackbird said the variance would be from commercial to R-5 on outlot J. This appears to be a question of rezoning only (no variance request necessary). It was decided to move this to the next regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission, which would give Mr. Blackbird time to handle things such as the rezoning and the meeting with the Homeowners Association, and would also give the Commission time to decide the question of density on multifamily housing. Mr. Johnson felt the comprehensive plan should be worked on first; Mr. Gourley said he thought it was agreed to do this on a peicemeal basis. Mr. Reinert moved that no action be taken on this plat at this time, and that it be brought in again at a future meeting with some of these concerns talked about addressed: The water supply, the planner's recommendations, the engineer's report, and so forth. Mr. Shearen seconded the motion. Mr. Gourley asked that the clerk contact the fire services in this area --that they review the plat as presented and advise the Commission as to any problems they may have in servicing that area for fire protection. He also requested that the clerk ask Mr. Gotwald to address himself directly to the water supply problem and make some specific recommend- ations as to how we should proceed in that matter. They should be requested to get that to the Commission by the next regular meeting. All were in favor of the motion. Motion declared passed. Mr. Gourley requested the entire Commission to look at what's available to them on density. The next item for consideration was the Baldwin Lake Trailer Court expansion, with Mr. Magnusen and Paul Howard appearing. There is an engineer's report and a planner's report, which were read to the Commission. Mr. Gourley directed the attention of the Commission to the minutes of the July 19, 1978 meeting involving the discussion on the Baldwin Lake Trailer Court. Mr. Short's letter suggested a looping street be investigated instead of two cul-de-sacs. The two cul-de-sacs had not been changed, but were increased in diameter. Mr. McLean said the concern