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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 28, 1994 Willow Ponds subject to the builder/developer adhering strictly to the MPCA guidelines on houses next to I35W. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. John Landers, 7181 Sunrise Drive from the audience explained that he could get the signatures of more persons who wish to have their names removed from the petition. However, he had heard that there would be another effort to obtain tax credit funding and he has not heard if this has happened. Mr. Landers said the neighbors would rather see senior housing on the property, however, they do like the proposal before the City Council tonight. Mr. Johnson said that if anything positive comes forth regarding senior housing in the next two (2) weeks, Mr. Uhde will ask for a delay of the SECOND READING of the rezoning ordinance. Consideration of a Minor Subdivision, Art LaCasse, 6609 - 24th Avenue - Mr. LaCasse is seeking approval of a minor subdivision splitting 6.21 acres from the balance of his 40 acre parcel. The property is located on the east side of I -35E south of Cedar Street and is zoned Rural. It is also located within the boundaries of the MUSA. The purpose of the subdivision is to allow Mr. LaCasse to retain 6.21 acres as his homestead and sell the balance of the property for development. Mr. LaCasse is retaining 6.21 because of the configuration of his septic system and the adjoining wetlands. An 85 foot wide strip of property will be provided on Elmcrest Avenue (24th Avenue) that could provide access to the parcel to the north. It is questionable, however, if this piece of property is even buildable due to extensive wetlands. The parcel to the west, however, has more buildable land and could be accessed from the west (Otter Lake Road) when those properties develop. The enactment of Ordinance No. 93-18 allows a landowner to reduce their lot size to a minimum of one (1) acre if the balance of the property results in a parcel of 10 acres or more. Staff and the Planning and Zoning Board have recommended approval of the subdivision as submitted. Council Member Kuether asked if Mr. LaCasse was selling the balance of his property to a developer. Ms. Wyland said she was not sure of Mr. LaCasse's plans. Council Member Elliott moved to approve the minor subdivision for Mr. Art LaCasse. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. PAGE 4 1 1 1