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Clearwater Creek Subdivision Review City of Lino Lakes Again, part of the formula for successful conservation developments is going beyond the one style of housing and lot size concept of housing to a more robust housing and lot size mix. ► Another point of the charette was that road layouts can be used to provide a sense of place, accentuate experience rather than confuse travelers with an endless curving road that is not anchored on features. Although some of this has been captured, in general, the road system contributes very little to place-making and creation of distinguishing views. It tends to wander like in most subdivisions. This project would benefit greatly from some of the design elements in the rough plan developed during the charette in which roads provided a central organizing structure. In most instances, this occurred because of their terminus on and accentuation of open space features, community town square, pocket parks, etc. The plan could benefit from reexamination of these basic design and layout issues. Summary Statement In summary, both Steve and I were very impressed with the very significant changes made from the original concept presented at the charette. The Clearwater Creek Yd addition is really becoming a proud piece of work. However, with the above stated, we are fully confident this project could be substantially improved as a conservation development plan, and that we can work with the developer/owner to substantially improve marketability and desirability for prospective purchasers and future homeowners in this community. Call with questions. Thank you, and we look forward to working more on this project with the City and the developer. Both Steve and I enjoyed working with Mike during the charette process and would like to see his development be successful from a conservation development perspective. Z ly,oenbauer and Steve Apfelbaum Faxed to: 651-464-4568 3