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Ms. Katie Larsen 09/04/2024 Page 3 Nature Refuge North Addition Engineering Review a connection with right of way to Andall Street in the westerly Arena Acres neighborhood. The City’s Engineering and Public Safety departments submit that the roadway connection to Andall Street shall be constructed as feasible. The roads stubbed to the north and east development limits will need to be evaluated for feasibility with future connections and potential wetland impacts. The Pine Oaks Addition, that will be connected to on the east side of this proposed development, has been previously platted but, is anticipated that it would likely be replatted, as many of the conditions and requirements have changed. A traffic study will be required and reviewed with the preliminary plat. Trails and sidewalks A trail is proposed extending from the south end of the development at the connection with Natures Refuge, to the north end of the development and branching west to one of the new streets. No trails nor sidewalks are shown along any of the streets on the submitted Concept Plan. Additional trail and sidewalk segments may need to be included throughout the site at the direction of the City Planner. •Wetlands and Environment The project proposes approximately 1.62 acres of wetland impact. A wetland replacement plan will need to be submitted, reviewed, and approved through RCWD and the City. Review of the DNR’s Natural Heritage Information System database indicates the potential presence of several protected species within and near the project area, including protected plant species. The applicant should coordinate with the DNR on the need for additional studies or surveys. Wetland buffers meeting minimum and average requirements will be required around all wetland areas following construction. Any disturbed buffer areas should be seeded with a seed mix containing native, non-invasive, species. •Landscaping A Landscape Plan for Natures Refuge North Addition has not yet been submitted. One will need to be submitted and reviewed by staff and the City’s Environmental Coordinator. The Environmental Coordinator will provide separate comments. •Floodplain The Natures Refuge North Addition does not impact the existing floodplain. •Drainage and Utility Easements Roadways are proposed within right-of-way and lots include standard drainage and utility easements. Larger drainage and utility easements will be required to be provided over any utilities outside the right of way and any surface water management features •Development Agreement