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this information in comparison to the GIS map and the developer has determined the number of lots he needs to make it work. Asleson reviewed the greenway alignment and mentioned the types of soils and vegetation found on this site. He stated this is a good area to consider for conservation development. Asleson pointed out the areas of wetland delineation and wetland vegetation. He also noted the areas of historic oak savanna and potential for trail locations. He advised this property is just outside the identified greenway expansion area, however, those characteristics are present on this site. Asleson explained this site is half in MUSA and half out of MUSA and there have been two sketch plans to date. He stated it appears the DNR wants to take a different approach on how they look at developments, resources, and conservation development . so, perhaps, this can be used as a model project. Vice Chair Davidson asked if this is a viable greenway corridor area. Asleson stated he believes it is although it may not follow the same alignment indicated on the map. Also, it would create the desired buffers. Ross Fairbrother, representing the applicant, presented the revised site plan which depicts small lot development rather than extending the property lines into the wetland areas. He stated this smaller compact lot design promotes conservation development. Mr. Fairbrother noted this plan works around the existing wetlands and tree stands to strike a balance between what is appropriate to develop and what is reasonable to conserve. He stated they have maintained a maximum avoidance of the wetlands. Mr. Fairbrother presented a plan identifying wetlands, uplands, and areas to be developed for housing, noting the acreage and percentages of areas to be developed and those to be conserved. He noted the smaller lots increase the area of conservation. He pointed out areas of viewsheds, potential trail alignment, and access points. Mr. Fairbrother addressed their intent to soften the hard surface areas and stated all areas not platted for housing would be deeded for a conservation easement, Vice Chair Davidson asked how wide the roads would be. Mr. Fairbrother stated the road width is negotiable, depending on what the City wants. Mach stated this plan is well thought out but he has found upland, which provides habituate, suffers with these projects. He stated if a conservation easement program is to be continued, diversity of habituate types needs to be considered to assure a diversity of wildlife is present. Asleson explained the blue areas depicted on the map do not identify areas of open water. Mach stated he would be willing to see some trees removed if it would save some upland and provide diverse nesting habitat and 17apxo_ &_Pspsanov_Boap5 Xizt oq Atvo Aaxea