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CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 22, 1996 BUILDING HEIGHT/EXTERIOR: The house pads are proposed to be 28 feet by 76 feet for a possible total of 2,028 square feet in area for the double wide homes. Each unit will have space for a 16 foot by 22 foot detached garage. PARKING/CIRCULATION: Each unit will be provided with two (2) off street parking spaces, one within the proposed garage. Six (6) additional spaces have been provided on the plan. A private roadway will be constructed terminating in a cul-de-sac. The emergency access, shown on the original plan several years ago, has been deleted and may allow additional parking space near the proposed recreation area. The Police and Fire Departments have reviewed the elimination of the emergency access and have no objections to its removal. According to the settlement agreement, a total of four (4) access points to Hodgson Road will be provided. The current access to the park office will be eliminated to allow the new access. TRASH HANDLING: The current park has commercial trash handling service which provides a dumpster for collection. The trash handling location shall be screened subject to City approval. LANDSCAPING: A detailed landscaping plan has been submitted which conforms to the settlement agreement. This plan provides an evergreen screen between this proposed development and the residential area to the south and includes seven (7) foot and 12 foot spruce trees. The final design will be subject to the review and approval of the City Forester and Community Service Officer (CSO). LIGHTING: The CSO has reviewed the lighting proposal with Mr. Howard and found it to be acceptable. GRADING/DRAINAGE/UTILITIES: Sewer and water are available to serve this site. Final plans will be subject to the review and approval of the City Engineer. PARK DEDICATION: A park dedication fee shall be required according to City Policy. Park Department staff is currently working with the developer to secure trail easements and a possible canoe launch site on Baldwin Lake as part of this development. Ms. Wyland said that staff is recommending approval of the site plan review with the following conditions: 1. A development agreement be drafted between the City and the Howard's for all site improvements. Financial guarantees shall be posted to cover all improvements as determined by the City Engineer. 2. Proper building permits shall be obtained for all construction on the site. 3. The Park Board shall determine adequate park dedication in accordance with City Ordinance. PAGE 7