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Planning & Zoning Board December 13, 2000 Page 12 B. Dellwood LLC, Concept Plan Staff reported it has been working with Dellwood LLC on a proposed retail development in the northeast quadrant of the Lake Drive/I -35W interchange consisting of a Target Superstore and six additional retail buildings. The project is still in the conceptual stage and going through the Preservation Development informal review process. The Environmental Board discussed the project at its last meeting. Staff presented the project layout, noting it follows a standard, suburban retail development model with a "big box" retail anchor (Target Superstore) and a number of "satellite" retail locations. Other than the location of the extended Apollo Drive east of Lake Drive, the project bears little relation to the Town Center design of Calthorpe that has been the focus of discussion for some time. Staff presented its analysis of the concept plan, noting the City Council directed staff to work with the developer to incorporate desirable architectural elements while acknowledging and accepting that the project depart m the overall vision represented by the Calthorpe design for a traditional neighbor velopment. Mr. Wessel reviewed staff's work with Dellw Rehbein. He advised they have a fairly a_ 1 es neighborhood meeting has been planned t reviewed the anticipated constructio to the Planning and Zoning Board. John Paton, Paton Transporta city engineer. Mr. Paton ex with a grocery store componen additional uses that include a deli, shop. C who is purchasing the land from si nstruction schedule and a eral community input. Mr. Wessel considerations that will be presented of the consultants working on this project. troduced himself as a consultant and former a Target Superstore is like a Target Greatland eviewed the square footage to be constructed and rispy Cream Donuts, fast foot restaurant, and coffee Mr. Paton reviewed their work to address site enhancements to make it a more pedestrian friendly environment including sidewalk concepts, main street theme, architectural enhancements such as pavers and tree grates, and enhanced site lines. He noted the location of existing trees, ponding areas, roadway alignment, and location of screening opportunities. Mr. Paton addressed the existing sandy soil conditions and how structures will be designed to allow water to permeate. He stated that in order to maintain water runoff rates, a two pond NURP system will be developed to assure water quality and quantity. He pointed out the wetland area that would accommodate the runoff "bounce" prior to discharge. Mr. Paton stated a berm would be constructed to create a water retainage area. Mr. Paton pointed out the location of utilities that would serve this project. He explained how the site would be graded and areas created for screening and berming. Mr. Paton stated they will work with staff to address how to minimize the amount of storm water