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Ordahl Subdivision Report August 11, 2008 Page 2 Park Dedication Requirements. Subdivisions of land are subject to park dedication requirements consistent with Chapter 1204 of the City Code. For minor subdivisions the park dedication fee is typically 5% of the current year market value as determined by Ramsey County. In this case for 2008, the new vacant lot would be valued at $72,168 x 5% = $3,608 park dedication fee. Since there is a house at 5056 Greenwood and the larger of the existing vacant lots is currently buildable without paying any fees, staff believes that in this case, a $3,600 park dedication fee is excessive and instead recommends a fee of $1,000. This fee must be paid prior to the City giving the applicant the approved documentation for recording with Ramsey County. Easements. With every subdivision of land, the City requires the owner to dedicate drainage and utility easements around the perimeter of the lot. The city standard easements are ten foot wide along the front of the two new lots and five-foot wide on each side of the new lots. As shown on the submitted survey, the easement on the north side of 5056 Greenwood is only four feet rather than five feet due to the 4.10 foot setback of the chimney. These easements will be dedicated as shown on the certificate of survey. Public Notice. No public notice is required for a minor subdivision, however staff typically alerts residents in the area when a new lot is to be created. In this case, staff did send notices to nearby property owners prior to the Planning Commission meeting as a courtesy, even though there should be little change or impact to any neighboring properties. Summary. The proposed lot line adjustments repositions a lot line for 5056 Greenwood to add more yard area to the south side of the property, and combines the remaining land into one parcel. No new buildable lots will be created as a result of this subdivision and all minimum city requirements are met with this request. The city attorney has reviewed the subdivision and supporting documents. The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval on July 23, 2008. Recommendation: Because the proposed lot line adjustment satisfies all city code requirements, Staff is recommending approval of Resolution 889-08, a resolution approving a minor subdivision between 5056 Greenwood Drive and the two vacant lots to the south, with stipulations. Heidi Heller Planning Associate Attachments: 1. Zoning Map 2. Aerial Map 3. Certificate of Survey 4. Planning Commission Resolution 889-08 5. City Council Resolution