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Planning & Zoning Board December 13, 2000 Page 11 Mr. Schilling thanked the applicant for addressing the density issue. He noted that at the last meeting, he had suggested using the southern portion of the parcel as lower density and the northern portion as a higher density which may make it financially feasible to construct the road to the northeast corner. Mr. Hill stated they did discuss that option and addressed whether the owners of nicer homes to the south would want to drive through a higher density area, such as townhomes, to get to their house. He stated with that scenario, it would have been closer to financially feasible to construct that roadway connection to the northeast. Mr. Johnson asked about the cost to the City to deal with the Old Birch Street access and quality of pavement. Mr. Powell stated another consideration is the cost for utility services on Old Birch Street. Staff would also have to consider whether the bituminous surface of Old Birch Street can accommodate the additional traffic. Mr. Hill stated they looked at alternatives to loop the street but found no option due to the location of wetlands. Mr. Corson stated his support for Mr. Schilling's to the south and the street being connected wit trails will be an important feature to include. Mr. Hill stated the issue of trails is not a to the east is an issue since addition on to place higher priced homes s facing it. He added that them. However, the property owner s needed to make the roadway connection. Mr. Powell stated the property ow t ast needs to be dealt with since a utility easement is also needed. Mr. Hill stated they will look a ternative of blended units as suggested by Mr. Schilling. Mr. Smyser stated it appears the Board would like to see a compromise between the new concept plan and a blended plan. He reviewed the alternatives available to the applicants to submit another concept plan to the Board or to make a formal plat submittal. Mr. Hill stated that due to time constraints, he would like to submit a formal plat as soon as possible. Mr. Rafferty asked Mr. Schilling if he is recommending a reduced lot width to accommodate a blended plan. Mr. Schilling stated he is. Mr. Rafferty stated he would not support that adjustment. Mr. Hall stated the City Council did not look favorably at the smaller sized lots so they revised the plan to extend the lot boundary lines. Mr. Smyser recommended the developer hold a neighborhood meeting. Mr. Hill stated he will be in contact with staff.