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• • • Pedestrian Elements The site design does not include any coordination of pedestrian access between uses, to the public roads or to the residential uses to the north. In the submitted narrative it is stated that different pavement treatments are proposed at significant crossing points within the development although they are not indicated on the plan. While it is not intended that the design incorporate all elements of the Village concept it is staff opinion that pedestrian circulation could be better addressed and encouraged both within the site and around the edge of the development. At a minimum pedestrian access should tie into the proposed path proposed along Lake Drive. This would include sidewalks along the extension of Apollo Dr. with extensions north to the storefronts of the major stores and an access out to the northerly access that also ties into the sidewalks in front of the major stores. In addition, an access should be incorporated to the north on the east side of the development adjacent to the ponding. Some consideration should be given to internal access within the smaller retail area. The design as it currently exists is geared toward vehicle access and is unfriendly and truly discourages pedestrian use. Utilities Detailed plans have been submitted for sanitary sewer, water and storm water management. The City Engineer has reviewed the information submitted and a copy of his memo is attached for reference. The issues raised by the Engineer are based on the plans and information provided. Revised plans or additional information may result in additional comments. Natural Features There are two wetlands located on the eastern portion of the site and one is proposed to be impacted which requires approval of the Rice Creek Watershed. There are 752 trees on the site and 566 of these are significant based on their size and species. The grading proposed on the site will result in the removal of 437 significant trees and a total of 458 trees. Most of the trees on the property are concentrated in around the wetland or on the southwest portion of the site. Rice Creek Watershed Review Wetland delineations have been completed but have not been confirmed. There are two areas of wetland identified on the property. One area is approximately 3.63 in size and the other 1.24 acres in size. The larger wetland is proposed to be totally eliminated and replaced with a storm water treatment and retention basin. Specific mitigation Ryan Companies Target Superstore Page 3 of 6