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. COUNCIL MEETING seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. June 26, 1989 Mr. Stahlberg explained that he would bring back the resolution and change order for this improvement. PUBLIC HEARING - DEVELOPMENT PLAN REVIEW, JUSTEN HOME BUILDERS Mayor Benson opened the public hearing at 8:08 P.M. Mr. Miller outlined the area proposed to be developed and noted that when a traveler enters Lino Lakes on 35W from the south this is the first piece of property the traveler sees. He felt that it was important that this property be eye pleasing. He also noted that the shape of the property hinders any type of development. Mr. Miller also gave the background regarding the original proposed use, apartments. The City said no to this proposal and to the original townhouse proposal which followed the apartment proposal. The proposal before the Council has been designed for this particular site and reviewed by a number of consultants including several not regularly employed by this City. The townhouses proposed for the site have not been built in any other city and are unique. The concept was submitted to the Planning and Zoning Board and they recommended several changes. Mr. Miller also read from his memorandum dated April 3, 1989 regarding other requirements suggested for this proposal. The Planning and Zoning Board has recommended approval of the development plan and the requested rezonings. The plans have been reviewed by the Park Board and they have requested money in lieu of land for park dedication. Mr. Reinert questioned the required plantings on the berm. Mr. Miller explained that the proposed development plan calls for the planting of more than 1200 shrubs and trees. Mr. Miller was asked why aluminium siding was chosen for the townhomes. Mr. Miller explained it is the more carefree exterior available. John Landers, 7181 Sunrise Drive asked if this is the same plan that was presented to the P & Z Board. Mr. Miller said yes and Mr. Landers questioned the setback from the freeway. Mr. Miller explained the error in interpretating the ordinances. Beverly Landers, 7181 Sunrise Drive said the plans are beautiful but this is not the time or place for townhomes. She suggested asking the neighbors what they would like to see developed on this property. She said the neighbors do not want this because the area is already becoming to "metro ". She asked that the neighbors be allowed to sit down with the staff to determine what use would be appropriate for this property. Linda Kyllander, 87 Fairmont said that she did not receive notice of the public hearing and explained that she did not want the traffic this proposal would generate. She asked if anyone had studied the impact of the additional traffic. She also noted that if the City Council wants to work with the people in the City, they should allow the people to vote on this issue. Mayor Benson said that there is the possibility that Sunrise Drive may be cul -de -saced at the south end and this would encourage traffic from the proposed development to exit either east to 1 1 1