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• • • Planning & Zoning Board March 10, 1999 Page 3 Mr. Quigly stated that the majority of homes built in the development will be priced above $250,000. The number of builders allowed in the development has not yet been set. He stated most builders will purchase a block of lots. At this time he anticipates approximately six builders within the development. He added he does have control over the architectural design. Mr. Deppard stated residents in the 1st and 2nd phase are concerned about low priced homes within the development. He asked about money being set aside for parks when a development goes in. He expressed concern regarding a park being developed for the first two phases. He asked if the 1st and 2nd phase homeowners will be part of the homeowners association and have to pay dues. Mr. Smyser stated the homeowners association will address ownership and stewardship of the open space. The park and trails will be owned by the City. Park equipment that is put in will be determined by the Park Board and input from the neighborhood when the neighborhood is built up. He added that park funding does come from land dedication or cash dedication from residential and industrial development. Ms. Wyland noted that if a cash dedication is made it is placed General Fund and not set aside for a particular park. When development is , ompleted, the Park Board will hold neighborhood meetings to Bete ;. • t ='park is developed. The 8 acre park in phase III will be for the wh • h meowners association will not be responsible for the park land. Mr. Deppard asked if funds from that if property taxes are go indicated she was xes go to the parks. The neighborhood feels k, they should have a park. Ms. Wyland xes go to fund parks. Mr. Deppard stated s c +nc ed about too many builders leading to a large mix of style. He asked the • eloper keep the number of builders to a limit. He stated there is a lot of freeway noise in the area and asked if the City or developer can do something about it. Mr. Smyser addressed some concerns of the residents. He stated the number of homes planned in this development is fewer than was originally planned. He stated that other conservation subdivisions around the country have shown the lots selling at equal or higher than standard subdivision price because of the open space. He stated this project was put together with the City's environmental consultants and they feel the plan protects a larger part of the environment. He stated he will discuss a buffer for noise with the developer in the next stage. Ms. Tracy Kuny, 6706 Clearwater Drive, stated she was one of the first buyers in phase I. She stated the billboard on Otter Lake Drive advertised executive homesites. She stated she was shocked when phase II was developed. She indicated residents are concerned about the changes that occur midway through development. She asked if there is a way to