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Planning & Zoning Board February 12, 2003 Page 42 DRAFT MINUTES Chapter 1001.8, Subdivision 6(1) states All lots shall abut for their full frontage on a publicly dedicated street. Chapter 302.03, Subdivision 1 (10) states that private streets shall not be permitted, nor shall public improvements be approved for any private streets. Section 5, Subdivision 2.B.1 of the Lino Lakes Zoning Ordinance establishes the minimum lot size of 10 acres for lots within the R -X, Rural Executive District. Section 3, Subdivision 3.B.2. of the Lino Lakes Zoning Ordinance states that within zoning districts with a minimum lot size requirement of ten (10) acres or more, up to eighty (80) percent of the minimum lot area may be comprised of areas which are platted as street rights -of -way, is below the 100 year flood elevation, or lies within city watercourses, wetlands or water bodies. Section 5, Subdivision 2.B.2 of the Lino Lakes Zoning Ordinance establishes the minimum lot width of 330 feet for lots within the R -X, Rural Executive District. Section 9, Subdivision 4.A. of the Lino Lakes Zoning Ordinance states that the intent of the PDO District is to permit greater flexibility and, consequently, more creative and imaginative design of the development of residential, commercial or industrial areas than are generally possible under conventional zoning regulations. It is further intended to promote more economical and efficient use of the land while providing a harmonious variety of housing choices, a height level of urban amenities, and preservation of natural scenic qualities of open space. Article 9, Section 902.2.2.1 of the 1997 Uniform Fire Code states that Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 20 feet. Article 9, Section 902.2.2.2 of the 1997 Uniform Fire Code states that Fire apparatus access roads shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads of fire apparatus and shall be surfaced so as to provide all- weather driving capabilities. Existing Conditions The property being considered for development consists of two existing lots totaling 37.47 acres. An existing single family residence is located on a ten acre lot. The remaining undeveloped lot consists of 27.47 acres. The western half of the site is mostly wooded upland area with wetlands located in the northwest corner. The eastern half of the property is primarily lowland with wetlands being the predominate cover type. Access to the site is limited to an existing 10 foot wide private driveway that extends into the property from the northern terminus of Rolling Hills Drive. DRAFT MINUTES • • •