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• • • Planning & Zoning Board September 9, 1998 Page 5 Mr. Corson asked if there is a State Code which prohibits the creation of a lot less than one acre if a septic system is on that lot. Mr. Jackson stated that newly created sites must have a location for a back up system on them. Mr. Corson expressed concern regarding the extension of service to the north. He indicated the subdivision may be slightly premature. He suggested reviewing a ghost plat. Chair Schaps noted there is not much down side for the City if the subdivision is approved. Mr. Trehus stated there is the risk of the Comprehensive Plan in choosing not to approve the subdivision of this area. He asked about the possibility of Mr. Uhde saying that the City is liable for his expenses. Mr. Uhde stated he already has preliminary plat approval. All additional plats will need approval. The City is not liable if the subdivision does not go through. Mr. Robinson stated Mr. Uhde will be buying the property from Ms. Trask if the subdivision is approved with conditions. Mr. Dunn suggested a fourth condition be added that staff ensures the agreement provide a provision for the septic system upgrade prior to City sewer availability and the developer agreement provide language with the homeowner that sewer hook up will occur with the City if a failure occurs. He added he would feel better about approval with this condition. Mr. Trehus stated he is not comfortable with approval of such a small subdivision without taking into consideration the larger picture. Mr. Corson made a MOTION to approve the minor subdivision with the following conditions: A rezone from Rural to R -1 be approved prior to development of the remnant parcel. 2. No building permits be issued prior to rezone and redevelopment of the remnant parcel. 3. The westerly parcel, containing the homestead, be required to connect to municipal sewer service at such time as service lines are extended to serve the area.