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Planning & Zoning Board April 12, 2006 Page 2 • A. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING for a Rezone, Preliminary Plat and MUSA Allocation for Pheasant Stroll Estates Mr. Smyser presented the staff report. Staff recommended denial of the application due to inadequate road issues with the project. Mr. Smyser noted that no revised plans had been submitted since the last P &Z meeting. Wayne Brunn, Brunn Construction, stated that they had received no written comment or direction on the road alignment from city staff. Mr. Brunn explained some benefits of the development as proposed. He expressed that he felt their proposal will work well with the Comp Plan. Mr. Brunn requested some direction from the Planning & Zoning Board as to the location of the access for the road. He asked if the site would have to connect to the commercial property, and if they favored an access point off of Ware Rd. Mr. Brunn asked if the P &Z Board would allow for MUSA allocation for the site. Board members expressed concern over road issues, including the length of the cul de sac, parking, and access points. Board members stated that the plan needs to meet setbacks and County requirements. Board members agreed that the proposed plan would not work, and that the property should be considered as part of the CSAH 49 /County Rd J Master Plan. Board members encouraged staff to complete the master plan for this area as soon as possible. • Mr. Root made a motion to close the public hearing. Motion was supported by Mr. Pogalz. Motion carried 6 - 0. Staff commented that they intend to complete the 49/J master plan as soon as possible, and noted that they have been working with the county on the issue of access points. Staff will attempt to have some design proposals prior to the next P &Z meeting. Mr. Brunn expressed concern over the buildable timeline due to the approved lot maximum per year. Mr. Brunn would like to get going on a redesign as soon as possible. Mr. Pogalz made a MOTION to recommend denial of the Rezone, Preliminary Plat and MUSA Allocation for Pheasant Stroll Estates. Motion was supported by Mr. Root. Motion carried 6 - 0. B. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING for Rezone to Planned Unit Development and Development Stage Plan/Preliminary Plat for The Preserve Mr. Smyser presented the staff report. Mr. Smyser noted this item was continued from the May Planning & Zoning Board meeting. Staff recommended approval of the application. Mr. Smyser expanded on stewardship for the project, noting that the developer will do most of the restoration work up front with the development and that homeowner contributions will contribute to maintenance. DRAFT MINUTES