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k OUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 24, 1994 subdivision to split a 1.94 acre parcel containing an existing homestead, from a 37 acre parcel of property located just south of Main Street and east of Fourth Avenue. The property is Zoned R-1 Residential and is located within the MUSA Boundary. Ordinance No. 93-18 provides that a property may be split down to 1 acre (containing a homestead) provided the balance of the property is 10 acres or more. The purpose of this subdivision is to allow the larger parcel to be sold for future development. Staff and the Planning & Zoning Board have recommended approval of this request. Councilmember Kuether asked why the property was not reduced in size to 1 acre. Ms. Wyland explained that there is a septic system behind the home that would prohibit this. The proposed arrangement also is similar in size to the property to the west. Councilmember Kuether made a motion approving the subdivision request as submitted. Councilmember Neal seconded the motion. All voted aye. Motion carried. B. Minor Subdivision, James Keefe, 6300 Rolling Hills Drive Ms. Wyland explained that this is a request to split 10 acres from a 37.5 acre parcel. The property is Zoned Rural and a 10 acre minimum is required on any lot splits. Mr. Keefe is requesting this subdivision to allow him to refinance his home and actually had no plans of selling either of the newly created lots. Staff and the Planning & Zoning Board have recommended approval of this minor subdivision with the condition that an easement be provided for access purposes over the existing driveway. Councilmember Kuether moved and was supported by Councilmember Bergeson to approve the minor subdivision with the condition an easement be provided for access purposes over the existing driveway. All voted aye. Motion carried. C. Fox Trace, Preliminary Plat Planning Consultant Brixius reviewed this request which is to plat a 25.67 acre parcel Zoned R-1 into 52 single family homesites. The City is preparing a feasibility report on the extension of utilities. The RCWD has approved the development plan, and the Park Board had recommended a cash dedication in lieu of land with a trail segment to be provided on an existing APA Utility Easement south of this site when that property develops. A trail link on the western edge of the site was also discussed. The Planning & Zoning Board has reviewed the request and has recommended approval with the conditions outlined in the Planning Report dated January 4, 1994. Mr. Brixius then reviewed that report. Councilmember Bergeson asked if there was a safety concern with the access onto Hwy 49. Mr. Brixius stated that there appeared to be no sight -distance problems and added that there will be no homes constructed at this location due to wetlands. Mayor Reinert asked about double frontage lots and was advised that they must be 2