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• • • Planning & Zoning Board 3 August 12, 1992 Mr. Robinson seconded the motion. On roll call: AYES: Gelbman, Landers, Robinson, Slatten NAYS: Meisch, Nordine Motion carried. B. 92 -36 -Z, 92 -37 -P, Apollo Meadows, Rezoning & Subdivision Mr. Brixius explained that this is Public Hearing to review a request to plat 42 single family lots and rezone a five acre parcel from R1 to R4, High Density Residential. The Planning Report recommends approval of the subdivision with the elimination of Item 3, as 100' of right of way dedication has been approved by the County, some variances outlined in the staff report concerning lot width at the building setback line and the adjustment that this setback line be maintained at 35' for this plat and realignment for Lot 42 to correct depth deficiency. It is recommended that the property be rezoned to R3, Medium Density, rather than the R4 proposed by the applicant. At this time there are no specific plans for the multiple parcel, however, three alternate site plans submitted more nearly conformed to the medium density classification than the higher density use, thus the recommendation to go with R3. Mr. Mesich asked what type of housing is proposed for this development and was advised that it would be low to moderate housing. He also asked why not rezone the property to a business use as business is needed in the area. Mr. Uhde, the developer, explained that in working with the extension of Apollo Drive and the neighboring residents that the proposal submitted seemed to be the most acceptable to all concerned including the City, County, and Neighborhood. Mr. Gelbman asked about Alternate G in the Staff Report as a consideration for the site plan. Mr. Uhde explained that it was not a good idea because lots back onto Apollo Drive. The plan proposed is the best alternative and the access points have been ok'd by the County. Mr. and Mrs. Huntington of 140 Marvy Street were present and asked if a park was proposed for the site and if the rezoning is approved could anything go in at that location. Mr. Brixius explained that the Park Plan does not call for park area in this location as there is a park a few blocks to the north. In regard to the rezoning, any proposed construction would require site plan review and approval by the Planning Board and the City Council. Mr. Meisch stated that he was not comfortable approving the rezoning without any plans for development. He stated that if it remains an R1 Outlot, Mr. Uhde can request the rezoning when he is ready to further subdivide or build on the site. Mr. Uhde stated that economics dictate the rezoning at this time.