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ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD MEETING OCTOBER 25, 2000 address the density and financial economics. He explained that 2.5 -acre lots are not part of a conservation development, as they can be subdivided in the future. Vice Chair Davidson agreed and noted that large lots are also not conducive to wildlife corridors or contiguous areas. Trehus noted that with this plan the number of lots has been increased and the road right - of -way reduced, which is a win -win situation for the developer but not the City. He suggested there should be some tradeoffs for the City to benefit and asked if a formal application has been made. Mr. Adolph stated a formal application has not yet been made. Mach agreed that this type of development would be attractive to older couples and empty nesters so there would be a lower population. To increase viewsheds, Donlin suggested Lots 7, 34, 35, 4 51, and 52 be removed. Trehus stated he would like to see the calculations o m r „r + ious surfaces. Mach asked if it is up to the association to ad tr- " rese ation. Asleson reviewed several tree preservation/protection options used b her communities and commented on the importance of assuring City input i se is' s. The Environmental Board indicat sire r a fewer number of lots and more upland preservation. ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD S A. Landscape Ordinance Rev '' Asleson presented the draft Landscape Ordinance and requested Board comment. During discussion, the following revisions were made: II. DEFINITIONS Page 2: "Developer means any person or entity other than a builder, as defined herein, who undertakes to improve change a parcel of land, by platting, grading, installing utilities, or constructing or improving any building thereon." Page 3: "Native vegetation means vegetation, composed of native plants, that has been ecies- are indigenous to the area." III. APPLICABILITY 6