#11 - Drake and DQ Preliminary Plat and PUD

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Electric Auto Sales & Service, Lake Elmo, MN February 13, 2023 DLR22002 2 ROW Acreage: 3,870 square feet (.09 acres) or right-of-way will be dedicated to the City for Hudson Boulevard. D. An explanation of how issues have been addressed since the Sketch Plat phase of the development; The project team has met with City staff numerous times to address issues with the sketch plan, including the design of Hudson Boulevard and management of wetlands on site. A response to comments included with this submittal as a separate document describes how project staff have worked to address project issues raised by City staff. E. A narrative explaining the intent of the project and/or your original or revised vision for the finished product; The intent and vision of the project is to develop a high quality business park for an electric automotive dealership and services business in addition to a fast food restaurant and two lots for future development. The preliminary PUD narrative included with this submittal describes the intent of the project in further detail. F. A statement showing the proposed density of the project with the method of calculating said density shown; Not applicable. The proposed project is a commercial development. G. Discuss proposed infrastructure improvements and phasing thereof (i.e. proposed roadways, sewer systems, water systems, sidewalks/trails, parking, etc) necessary to serve the subdivision; Hudson Boulevard will be reconstructed to the City’s design standard. Utility lines will be extended into the property including services for future lots. The infrastructure improvements for this development will be constructed in one phase. H. A narrative addressing concerns/issues raised by neighboring properties (discussing your proposal with the neighboring land owners is recommended to get a sense of what issues may arise as your application is processed); No issues have been raised by neighbors. Neighbors will have an opportunity to voice any concerns or issues at the preliminary plat public hearing. I. A description of how conflicts with nearby land uses (livability, value, potential future development, etc.) and/or disturbances to wetlands or natural areas are being avoided or mitigated; The property is guided and zoned Commercial. The proposed development is consistent with the uses planned by the City and screening and landscaping are provided to minimize conflicts with nearby residential developments in compliance with the ordinance requirements. The site plan has been modified to minimize impacts to the wetland in the southwest corner of the site. Required improvements to Hudson Boulevard will have a minor impact on the wetland. J. Provide justification that the proposal will not place an excessive burden on roads (traffic), sewage, water supply, parks, schools, fire, police, or other public facilities/services (including traffic flows) in the area.