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• 4. Development of the property must be considered a natural utility extension. The extension of utilities to the subject property will require extra ordinary effort as evidenced by the integration of a bridge crossing. The extension of utilities from the south is however, considered the most logical direction from which utilities may be provided. 5. Development of the property must be considered a natural extension of existing roadways. As in the case of utility extension, the extension of roadways to the subject property will require an extraordinary effort. The 2,500 foot long cul -de -sac and bridge crossing necessary to serve the development represent an unusual situation. Access to the subject property from the south is however, considered the most logical point at which access to the subject property may be provided. 6. Development of the property shall be environmentally compatible with the surrounding area. The applicant has indicated that the proposed development will not result in any wetland disturbance. While the applicant has submitted a Tree Preservation Plan, details regarding specific tree removal and preservation efforts have not been specified. 7. Development of the property shall be consistent with the City's Comprehensive Park Plan. The City's Park Plan calls for the development of an east/west trail segment in the area of the proposed development, noting that boardwalks and/or bridges may be necessary to traverse several stretches of wetlands. No trails have been proposed as part of the development. This development will be discussed at the forthcoming January 7, 2002 Park Board meeting. 8. Development of the property shall be consistent with the City's Comprehensive Sewer and Water Plan. The development is consistent with the Comprehensive Sewer and Water Plan. 9. Development of the property shall not adversely affect the health, welfare, and general safety of the community. The City presently has 15.7 acres in the MUSA bank. In this regard, the addition of 4.5 acres into the MUSA is not expected to overburden the City's various systems. 3