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Planning & Zoning Board December 10, 1997 Page 6 According to Mr. Rehbein, lowering the flood plain is not difficult, and FIMA indicated that this could be accomplished on the subject site with minimal effort. Mr. Robinson asked about the excepted lot. Mr. Rehbein indicated that he does not own that property. The proposed road reconstruction would go just to this property, which contains a single family dwelling. He added that future development would take the road reconstruction all the way to Cedar, and that there are three prospective industrial users expressing interest in locating south of the creek. He added that such development would be some time in the future, with MUSA designation being an issue as well as Comprehensive Plan considerations. Mr. Johnson requested clarification as to the extent of proposed wetland fill. Mr. Rehbein explained that all designated wetland would be mitigated in exchange for improved water quality and establishment of wildlife areas. Mr. Rehbein stated that the subject property is the best site east of Lino Lakes for commercial and industrial development, making it beneficial to make use of the wetlands. Mr. Robinson asked if Mr. Rehbein is being allowed to bank mitigation for future development. Mr. Rehbein explained that he is working with Centerville, and is in the process of creating 40 acres of extra wetlands in another community as a bank within the Rice Creek Watershed District. James Bushinger, owner of the property containing the single - family dwelling, expressed opposition to any 24 -hour business proposed for the site adjacent to his home. Chair Schaps asked for Mr. Bushinger's understanding as to the nature of the proposed business, to which he replied it would be a truck stop with diesel fuel, which raises a drainage question. He also indicated that he has 500 feet of frontage along the proposed road reconstruction location, and is also opposed to paying for such improvement. Chair Schaps asked if Mr. Bushinger had discussed his concerns with anyone. Mr. Bushinger indicated that he had communicated with Mr. Rehbein's agent, to no avail. He had not met with any City representatives until this date. However, he stated that he has obtained legal counsel. Mr. Ahrens explained that the area between 21st Avenue and 35E is Charter- exempt. However, homesteaded property can petition against improvement projects. Therefore, Mr. Bushinger would have the opportunity to petition against the proposed improvements and not be assessed. Russel Strehlo, whose father owns property along 21st Avenue in Centerville, asked about the extension of sewer through to Cedar Street. Mr. Ahrens explained that the watermain would certainly be extended to Cedar Street; however, there are remaining issues regarding sewer service regarding capacity. • • •