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Planning Case No. 477-97 D.W. Jones PUD Project • April 2, 1997 Page 6 • Drainage Plan. From the contours on the site plan dated 3/14/97, the current drainage and water run-off flows primarily into the wetland with lesser amounts flowing into the Highway 10 ditch. Two NURP ponds are proposed on the site although no calculations have been provided to determine the expected drainage volume nor capacity of the ponds. Staff has requested a more detailed drainage analysis from the applicant, in order to refer it to the City Engineer. The most critical issue is whether or not the NURP ponds are located and size correctly, since the space they occupy affects the ability to fit the land uses on the site. Natural Features and Usable Open Space. This proposed development would replace what is now vacant land with commercial and residential uses, preserving the wetland that is present on this site. Staff has suggested installation of a walking path around the wetland in addition to the observation boardwalk/nature overlook shown on the site plan extending into the wetland. Staff recognizes that the Code is clear in that a sufficient amount of usable open space should be provided with PUDs but seeks the Planning Commission's input as to how much should be provided. Landscaping and Screening. While the only landscaping indicated on the site plan thus far is a row of trees along Silver Lake Road in front of the senior building and a row of proposed and existing trees between the senior building and the fuel station and restaurant, the applicant has indicated a willingness to work with the City to provide for adequate landscaping. A detailed landscaping plan would be submitted with the development stage plan. ilk PUD document. Staff has prepared a draft PUD document which would accompany the ordinance approving the Planned Unit Development. Portions of the document cannot be completed until issues are resolved. We are enclosing it for your information. Recommendation: The 120 day time limit for action on this case falls on July 3, 1997. The Planning Commission needs to make a recommendation either at this meeting or the next meeting in order for the case to proceed to City Council within the applicant's desired time frame, based on options on the property. The Planning Commission would have until May 7 to make a decision based on the 120 day limit. Staff would recommend that Planning Commission discuss all of the items listed under the unresolved issues section of this report with the applicant. If it is the Planning Commission's decision to "agree to disagree" with the applicant on uses, and the Commission is willing to take action on April 2 as requested by the applicant, staff would suggest the Commission take its vote on the project and indicate its reasons. Staff would prepare a resolution incorporating this direction for approval at your April 16 meeting.