Laserfiche WebLink
A primary concern for the County is the potential impact of the development on the surrounding transportation <br />network. We note that the future expansion of Ash Street (CSAH 32) may be necessary to accommodate <br />increased traffic volumes, including a possible conversion to a four -lane roadway. Any proposed access to a <br />county highway shall comply with Anoka County's access spacing requirements. Additionally, turn lanes and <br />other safety measures may be required based on the traffic impact of the development. <br />As the project progresses, we strongly recommend the developer coordinate closely with Anoka County's <br />Development Review lead to ensure that the development adheres to our guidelines and standards. This <br />collaboration will help streamline the approval process and maintain consistency on the transportation <br />system. <br />Response: A Traffic Impact Study was completed and included within the EAW. The report concluded that the <br />planned intersection geometry and traffic control is sufficient to accommodate the opening year and design <br />year vehicular traffic. Additionally, the report recommended that the study area be re-evaluated if growth <br />projections change. If future re-evaluations determine that improvements to the surrounding transportation <br />network are necessary, the developer will work with the City of Lino Lakes, Anoka County, and MnDOT to <br />ensure all design guidelines and standards are met. <br />iii METROPOLITAN COUNCIL COMMENTS- January 16, 2025 <br />Item 7- Climate (MacKenzie Young -Walters, 651-602-1373) <br />The EAW would benefit from a more robust consideration of anticipated climate impacts and potential <br />mitigation measures. For example, the identified warming trend is expected to increase the number of <br />freeze thaw cycles during winter months. Given the site's proximity to surface water resources, <br />developing a chloride management plan would be an appropriate adaptation to this trend to help <br />protect these water bodies. Similarly, the projected increase in the frequency of large storm events <br />may justify a more aggressive approach to stormwater management. Finally, native vegetation could <br />be used in landscaping to increase the site's resistance to drought and assist in onsite stormwater <br />management. <br />Response: These recommendations will be taken into consideration. The City of Lino Lakes will use smart <br />salting practices on the roadways throughout the development. Residents will be encouraged to implement <br />smart salting practices on their driveways and use best salt management practices with their water softeners <br />should they have one in their home. The project proposer can include the factsheet on Residential water <br />softening for homeowners in the proposed development that is available on the MPCA's statewide chloride <br />resources website located here: Microsoft Word - UMIN Residential BMPs_Final.docx. The City provides <br />education resources related to chloride use on its website and newsletter. Commercial properties will be <br />encouraged to use smart salt certified applicators. Stormwater discharge rates are anticipated to be reduced <br />from existing runoff rates with required treatment. Native seed mixes around wetlands and stormwater BMPs <br />will be incorporated into the design where feasible which should provide more and higher quality habitat than <br />the existing agricultural field. <br />Item 9 - Permits and approvals required (MacKenzie Young -Walters, 651-602-1373) The <br />development appears to be inconsistent with the density ranges permitted by the city's <br />comprehensive plan. The provided site plan for the high -density portion of the development indicates <br />that 19.9 acres will be residential uses with 2.2 acres of public streets. This would result in a <br />proposed density of 16.1 units per acre which exceeds the 15 units per acre maximum established for <br />the Signature Gateway District and the 8 units per acre maximum established for the High -Density <br />Residential land uses assigned to the eastern portion of this project. The project proposer should also <br />verify that the single-family homes proposed for the area guided for Medium Density Residential fall <br />within the established 4 to 6 units per acre range. The final project must fall within the density ranges <br />established by the city's land use plan, which can be accomplished either through a comprehensive <br />plan amendment or revising the proposed number of dwelling units. <br />R <br />