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b. Give a complete description of the proposed project and related new construction. Attach additional sheets as necessary. Emphasize construction, operation methods and features that will cause physical manipulation of the environment or will produce wastes. Include modifications to existing equipment or industrial processes and significant demolition, removal or remodeling of existing structures. Indicate the timing and duration of construction activities. The proposed mixed -use development is intended to occupy approximately 65 acres of land located in the southeast quadrant of the interchange of I -35W and Lake Drive (CSAH 23) in the City of Lino Lakes, Anoka County, Minnesota (see Figures 1 and 2). Approximately 14.5 acres are already developed with the City Hall complex, Lino Lakes State Bank, and Fairview Medical Clinic. Project History In 1997 the City of Lino Lakes prepared a Master Plan for this area of the City. An EAW was completed and a Negative Declaration was issued in 1998 for the proposed development contained in the Master Plan. Construction of a portion of the original Master Plan development has been realized with the new government complex, containing the City Hall offices, police station, and an early childhood development center. In addition, two parcels along the westem boundary of the site that have been developed into the Lino Lakes State Bank and a Fairview Clinic. The undeveloped portions of the site are owned by the City of Lino Lakes and private parties. Hartford Group Inc. has acquired development rights from the site with the exception of a section of land that will be reserved for the proposed YMCA. A site development concept plan for the undeveloped portion of the site has been prepared. The proposed project includes the construction of up to 348,292 square feet of retail/office space, 38,000 square feet for a YMCA facility, and 450 multi- family residential units. Mixed Use Development Description The proposed site plan (see Figure 3) incorporates the above square footages and number of residential units into a series of buildings that have been located to minimize disruption to existing natural features such as wetlands and mature trees, as well as to maximize visibility and create a quality mixed -use development. The mixed -use development will inspire an energetic neighborhood and will provide a number of living, working, and service opportunities within the project area. The project includes an internal street network that provides access to the retail/office, residential, and civic buildings. Town Center Parkway will serve as a collector street, providing access to Lake Drive (Anoka County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 23) at the southwest comer of the site. The proposed local roadways will also provide corridors for public water, sanitary sewer, and other utilities necessary to serve the development. The clustering of structures has been employed in the proposed development for the purpose of preserving and enhancing sensitive land features on the site and for providing Legacy at Woods Edge Development EAW DRAFT Lino Lakes, MN