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Mounds View Planning Commission January 5, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 6 be determined. He stated the applicant would bear a portion of the responsibility for the construction of the street. Mrs. DeGross stated their land is fronted on three sides by platted streets; therefore, they would also be responsible for the majority of the assessment. Planning Associate Ericson stated the City is considering the potential for future development in this area, and staff has explored different possibilities, and has shared this with the DeGross’. He explained that given that information and the intent of the DeGross’; the Planning Commission might desire to entertain another discussion of this matter. He added that if the Planning Commission feels that action is appropriate at this point, they could also direct staff to draft a resolution of denial. He pointed out that the information presented could impact the appropriateness of granting a variance, however, without the benefit of the wetland study for reference, the discussion of different development possibilities is simply premature. Commissioner Johnson inquired if the City has any plans to develop Faber Street at any time in the future. Planning Associate Ericson stated this was correct. Commissioner Johnson advised that in light of this, the developer would be responsible for the costs of developing Faber Street, which is standard procedure with any large development. He explained that if the DeGross’ subdivide the back portion of their property, they would assume the responsibility for developing the street, as would any developer. Commissioner Hegland pointed out that the question at hand relates to the setback, and if the street were to be developed, would this setback cause a problem. Commissioner Johnson stated it would. Commissioner Hegland stated platting of this area appears to convey the assumption that the DeGross’ lots could be developed in the manner they have indicated. Commissioner Johnson stated this was correct, however, the City should not be responsible for the cost of constructing Faber Street, simply to allow for the subdivision of this property. Commissioner Hegland stated the City’s only responsibility would be related to Lot 4. Commissioner Johnson stated Lot 4 was not buildable. Planning Associate Ericson explained that this is a substandard lot, which does not meet the square footage requirement for development. Mrs. DeGross stated her in-laws own the adjoining property. She commented that they could purchase their in-laws back lot, and could access Faber Street from this property as well. Planning Associate Ericson stated many possibilities exist; however, Lot 4 is currently not developable. He pointed out that the applicant could also utilize 1000 to 1500 square feet from the back half of one of his lots, and it would be developable, however, that is not the issue at