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• • Planning & Zoning Board January 8, 2003 Page 27 prudent response times. He stated that he is committed to not extend Carl Street but if it has to be done, that it be for emergency vehicle access only. Mr. Lyden stated the density is an issue for him because it can result in people problems and quality of life impacts. Mr. Smyser stated staff is asking for the Board's direction on four issues which needs to occur for the application to move ahead. With regard to a 22 -foot lane behind the townhomes, staff is comfortable with that. Chair Schaps asked each member to indicate their opinion on the four outstanding issues. Mr. Lyden stated that if changing the width from 22 to 26 feet would alleviate the density issues and redraw the plat with more open space, he supports a 26 -foot road. He stated he likes the intersection as it is proposed and to convert Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, and 9 into Airpark lots. Mr. Corson stated he would like to see the driveway expanded to 22 feet but thinks people will park along there anyway. He stated he thinks the Carl Street intersection with Century Lane is a good traffic calming technique, and supports converting Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, and 9 into Airpark lots. He asked the applicant to work out a way to keep as many trees as possible. Mr. Rafferty stated he is comfortable with a 22 -foot driveway and the "T" intersection is acceptable but he does not care for an extension of Carl Street whatsoever. He stated that access for emergency vehicles only may be agreeable and converting Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, and 9 into Airpark is common sense since it will give the ability to control some of the tree loss. He noted that it does not matter who owns the property, the trees could be removed. Mr. Hyden stated he agrees with expansion to 22 -foot driveways and to leave Carl Street as it is. He stated the Fire Department and Police Departments stress safety and he could support an emergency breakaway so the neighborhood can remain as it is. He stated he supports converting Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, and 9 into Airpark lots to provide a better buffer. Chair Schaps stated he agrees with the 22 -foot driveways. He noted that action cannot be taken until the engineering plans are submitted and reviewed by City staff. He stated he supports converting Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, and 9 into Airpark lots which may save more trees than otherwise. With regard to Carl Street, Chair Schaps stated he is leaning towards extension but thinks that Mr. Lyden raises a good point to request additional data regarding response times and to explore the option of an emergency break off which may solve the issue, at least until there is further development to the north. He stated the issue for him is emergency service and the Police Chief and Fire Chief have indicated it would improve their response time. However, the cul -de -sac could remain if the new data shows positive response times or that break off is an option. DRAFT MINUTES