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Planning & Zoning Board November 8, 2000 Page 4 Rick Carlson, 935 130th Avenue, Ham Lake, noted he owns approximately 100 acres of wooded property within the City. He stated the tree ordinance as proposed concerns him as a property owner. Mr. Carlson indicated the analysis done by staff was adequate but stated it may be unrealistic due to the heavy grading required within the City. He noted approximately 75 % -90% of each lot is graded with new developments, which does not allow for great tree preservation. Mr. Carlson indicated the tree ordinance would bring about additional work on the part of the residents and City Staff. He stated the figures suggested by the planning specialist may be too low, as he sees it could cost up to $20,000 per acre. Mr. Carlson suggested that the City reduce the developable density before approving this tree preservation ordinance. He indicated this would be the most cost effective method for staff, developers, and the public. Mr. Carlson noted the City of Blaine and the City of Fridley have tree ordinances that could be reviewed by staff. He indicated these ordinances are not as stringent but set a maximum number of trees per zoning district. Mr. Carlson noted the problem he has with this ordinance is passing the cost of the assessment f .= e trees unto his clientele. Mr. Rafferty asked for the defining point on w developed. Mr. Carlson stated for those prop in place. He noted the City must rememb Steve Schmitt, 222 Monroe Street, ordinance for tree protection and r Commission at this time. He indi Brooklyn Park and noted this City of Brooklyn Park requi rope'' s could and could not be question that PUD and PDO be put the ":aka rty owner does have rights. A. a,s� "d e would agree on some form of ut not the ordinance before the Planning scaping escrow is required by the City of o be an effective system. Mr. Schmitt noted the es per lot with a fully sodded lot. Mr. Schmitt noted he feels a lands ape ordinance may be more effective for the City in conjunction with a tree replacement ordinance. He indicated this assists the developer while continuing to meet the tree preservation needs of the City. Mr. Rafferty indicated he feels the developers are not trying to wipe out the entire tree population. He stated he doesn't feel it is up to the Commission to stick it to the developers either. Mr. Rafferty asked that the Commission members be notified of future meetings held with developers on this issue. He suggested Staff review neighboring communities' tree preservation ordinances and report back to the Commission. Tom Wallrich, Attorney Representative for TSM Development, noted he is familiar with the City of Blaine's tree preservation ordinance. He suggested the City review this in part with a landscaping plan for future developments within Lino Lakes. Chair Schaps stated he felt an ordinance was needed for future development but stated additional information should be gained before a recommendation was made to the Council. • • •