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• • • COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 9, 2002 Mr. Kirmis advised the SC District requires a minimum lot size of three acres. Through the PDO, however, flexibility to this requirement can be provided without need for a variance. As shown on the preliminary plat, the proposed lots range in size from 1.7 to 2.3 acres. As demonstrated via the submission of the site plans, the configuration of the proposed lots is conducive to future commercial development. Mr. Kirmis stated the tree preservation plan has been superimposed upon the preliminary grading plan. According to the plan, 22 significant trees exist upon the subject property. Of those significant trees, 16 are to be saved. All trees to be saved are to be flagged and protected by snow fence prior to construction. Mr. Kirmis indicated the applicant is seeking site and building plan approval to allow the construction of a 14,172 square -foot retail commercial center upon proposed Lot 4. At such time when specific development projects exist for the remaining lots in the subdivision (Lots 1-3), they will likewise be subject to a site and building plan review process. At this point, the site plans provided for Lots 1-3 are conceptual in nature and are intended to demonstrate the developability of the lots and comprehensive storm water management and circulation system. Mr. Kirmis indicated the total green space requirements of the SC District is 25 percent of the property. The applicant has proposed a total green space for this development of 46 percent. Within SC zoning districts, a 50 -foot setback is required from arterial streets. As shown on the preliminary site plan, a 30 -foot principal building setback has been proposed along I -35W. At 2.3 acres in size, the subject property also fails to meet the minimum three acre lot requirement imposed in the SC District. Mr. Kirmis indicated the PDO section of the ordinance does state however, that perimeter setbacks can be established by applying the setback requirements of the surrounding district, or can be related to the height of the buildings. While both the proposed setback and lot area deviations can be accommodated via the PDO, City officials should determine their acceptability. Mr. Kirmis indicated, as a condition of site and building plan approval, a determination should be made that the proposed building is consistent with the design guidelines of the Lino Lakes Marketplace PDO. As shown on the submitted building elevations, the proposed building replicates many of the design features of the adjacent Target and Kohl's buildings, including: • Colonial -style gable roof forms • Cornice details • A defined base • Accentuated building corners • Finish colors Mr. Kirmis indicated the architectural appearance of the building, finish materials, and color selections are considered consistent with the Marketplace PDO design guidelines. Mr. Kirmis advised, in accordance with the original PDO approval, a tree replacement plan was required to be designed in cooperation with City staff. A one for one replacement was intended for this site. The tree inventory previously prepared by the applicant identified 217 significant trees 13