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• • Planning & Zoning Board January 12, 1994 the existing 1 - 2 acre lots are developed as is w/o utilities. Mr. Uhde also briefly discussed the existing Lot Inventory, which is low, and the results of a 1989 housing study which would confirm that the City has grown more rapidly than anticipated and that additional housing stock is needed. In conclusion, Mr. Uhde indicated that he felt Behm's Century Farms would be a positive step for the City to take. He then introduced his Planner, Mr. Hasek, who explained that the City of Lino Lakes is a third ring suburb of the Metro Area and growing rapidly. Lino Lakes has developed 20% beyond its projected growth. He reviewed some of the items Mr. Uhde had discussed and explained that landscaping is being proposed along Lilac to screen the proposed developing area from the adjoining properties. Mr. Johnson then addressed the engineering concerns. He indicated that in order to make the development financially feasible, a minimum of 153 lots is needed. There are approximately 40 acres of wetland in the 94.5 acre development. The overall density of the development is approximately 1.72 units /acre. The County Traffic Engineer has indicated that the existing roadways will be able to accommodate the proposed development. Planning Coordinator Wyland reported that in discussion with School Superintendent McClellan, he indicated that the school system will be taxed for capacity even if no further development occurs within the City. COMMENTS FROM RESIDENTS: Christopher Lydeen of 6275 Holly Drive stated that he is a teacher and is highly disturbed when people say the schools are already full. He would expect a more responsible comment. Sue and Jay Molitor of 7806 Sunset were present and indicated that they have lived in the area for 12 years. They own 63 acres and purchased the property as an investment. Extension of utilities with the Behm's Century Farm proposal is the only opportunity they will have for the extension of utilities to serve their property. They are in favor of the proposed plan and feel the P & Z is responsible for carrying out consistent policies in the planning of the cities future neighborhoods. To allow the development of 2 1/2 acre lots now does not coincide with the city's current rules and regulations of city sewer and water for residential development. They added that Mr. Uhde has done a very good job with his presentation. Rene Curley, 101 Lilac, was present to voice her opposition to the request due to the density, extension of public utilities, increased traffic, neighborhood petition against the development, and impact on the schools. She added that she 5