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Planning & Zoning Board <br />January 14, 2026 <br />Page 3 <br />Mr. Root spoke on the flexibility for the 5-foot forward flexibility. Mr. Root is also in <br />favor of the sewer and water availabilityto the area. Mr. Root is also in favor of the <br />neighborhood connections to distribute traffic. <br />Mr. Root would like to see the trail system be incorporated as a public benefit. Mr. Root <br />is unsure of the idea of life-cycle housing. Ms. Larsen stated this would benefit towards <br />the end-of-life cycle due to cost. <br /> <br />Mr. Root believes that a neighborhood meeting should be required. <br /> <br />Mr. Laden agreed that allowing the garage flexibility would help prevent the monotony <br />of all garages looking the same. <br /> <br />Mr. Vojtech wanted to know the approximate housing costs. Ms. Becker stated that the <br />starting point would be around $450,000 to $500,000. <br /> <br />Mr. Root restated the suggestions from the board, emphasizing the trail system, street <br />connections between neighborhoods and requiring a neighborhood meeting by the <br />developer. <br /> <br /> <br />7. DISCUSSION ITEMS <br /> <br />A. Metropolitan Council 2050 System Statement <br /> <br />Mr. Grochala presented the staff report. <br /> <br />The Board discussed affordable housing that is currently available in the area and what <br />changes are being made from the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and Imagine 2050. <br /> <br />B. Public Works Design Update <br /> <br />Mr. Grochala presented the staff report. <br /> <br /> <br />C. Project Updates <br /> <br />Ms. Larsen provided project updates to the Board. <br /> <br />Mr. Wipperfurth moved to adjourn the meeting. Motion seconded by Mr. Vojtech. <br />Meeting adjourned at 8:01 p.m. <br /> <br /> <br />