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• • • Planning & Zoning Board September 10, 1997 Page 13 Developers who are involved with the initial design do not have to address future concerns of requested variances. The future vision of 79th Street and surrounding areas is the decision the Board needs to address. This development is consistent with that vision according to the Comprehensive Plan except that the Plan calls for low density. The issue to determine is whether to allow medium density. Mr. Johnson expressed concern about the relationship of the townhomes to what will be developed between them and Lake Drive. He would be more comfortable if there was a high density district between the development with the possibility of access from Lake Drive. It is important to pay attention to what is developed to the east. Mr. Brixius agreed and expressed concern that no future access to the east will occur until there is development in that direction. Thirty -two units will be relying on a single point of access. He stated that larger single family lots are planned along 79th Street up to this development. Between 79th and 77th Streets are two zoning districts. What is important is what the Board perceives this area to be. Chair Schaps expressed his difficulty with the fact that the Board expressed concern with the triangular lots at the last meeting and those have not been changed. Although he understands the economic issue for the developer, he does not believe it will make a big difference in the number of lots. The City is prepared to give enormous concessions in the PDO in terms of setbacks and density. At a minimum the developer needs to respond favorably to the City's planning consultant recommendations. Mr. Bruce Krueger, representing the developer, stated that he is not trying to ignore the City's concerns but is seeking feedback and guidance. He is not sure what the impact will be to change the triangular lots. Mr. Harrison stated that one shift will shift everything. He noted that most units will have three -car garages and adequate storage area. With regard to access, he suggested a 10 -foot emergency access that could also be used as a pedestrian access. Ms. Dahl asked why townhomes are included in the plan instead of all single family residential. Mr. Krueger stated that the townhomes will buffer adjacent industrial uses. It was the consensus of the Board to vote on this application as a total package and not split approvals, i.e., approve rezoning but not the preliminary plat until City concerns are addressed. Mr. Dunn made a MOTION to continue consideration of this application as discussed and was supported by Mr. Herr. Discussion: Mr. Johnson offered an amendment to the motion to include a declaration of general support for rezoning, the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and the PDO.