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COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 28, 1998 Council Member Dahl asked when the 5th and 6th Addition will be developed. Mr. Uhde stated the 5th Addition will be developed in 1999. The 6th Addition will be developed in 1999-2000. The utility system will be integrated. The Trast property will probably be in the 6th Addition. He stated he has met with two (2) property owners to the south. He stated the Council asked him to work with the property owners. He indicated he is looking to get the entire neighborhood to look at the possibility of development. Council Member Dahl asked how the residents are responding. Mr. Uhde stated the residents are thankful that he is visiting with them. They have been very helpful. The residents understand that change is coming. Not all of them like change. However, knowing that change is coming allows them to plan ahead. He stated he has received a mixed reaction from the residents. Council Member Dahl asked how many property owners are involved in the 5th and 6th Additions. Mr. Uhde stated there are 20 or more property owners involved. There are 10-12 on Lilac and Sunset. Ghost plats have been developed. He has discussed options with the residents. He stated that out of 20-22 residents, probably 12 will stay. Council Member Dahl asked if most of the residents are then in favor of the development. Mr. Uhde stated that most of the residents are in favor of development. Council Member Bergeson stated the issue does not involve Mr. Uhde's purchase. He stated the issue is the homestead piece. The question is if the City is accepting of the configuration. Mr. Uhde has to comply with the ordinances in place when he develops. Mayor Sullivan agreed with Council Member Bergeson. She stated the City needs to try to look at the rest of the area and the impact on the area. She asked if Council Member Bergeson is concerned with the size of the parcel that would be left. Council Member Bergeson indicated he is not concerned. Mayor Sullivan stated the point is whether it is acceptable to leave lots smaller than a one acre homestead. She stated Mr. Uhde will provide a buffer if necessary. There is an alternative site for the sewer. She stated clarification is needed whether the fourth condition needs to be included. She expressed concern regarding the fourth condition and the impact it would have on other residents and their septic systems. Council Member Neal noted the City of Blaine may run sewer up that street also. Council Member Bergeson moved to approve minor subdivision with the following conditions: 1. A rezone from Rural to R-1 be approved prior to development of the remnant parcel. 2. No building permits be issued prior to rezone and redevelopment of the remnant parcel. 6