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Abiding Savior Report July 25, 2007 Page 3 Utilities. No changes are proposed to the utilities on the property. At a previous meeting, a question was raised about the utility line that transects the back yard of 8184 Eastwood Road. The requested subdivision will not impact or otherwise compromise the integrity of the existing utilities. While it may be true that the overhead power lines would no longer be centered along a common lot line, there is no compelling reason to either relocate the power lines or grant an easement for the overhead transmission lines. Staff has contacted Xcel regarding the overhead lines and utility poles in question and will share their response with the Commission upon its receipt. Public Notice. Generally, the Planning Commission does not hold a public hearing for major subdivisions as it is a requirement of the City Council. However given the history of this property and the past involvement of many area residents, staff felt such a hearing with the Commission would be prudent. Staff sent notices to all property owners with 350 feet of both parcels and a few have contacted staff in person or by phone to ask about the request. It has been explained to everyone that the present request satisfies all City requirements and does not represent an incremental step toward subsequent development of the land. Deadline for Action. This application was accepted on June 27, 2007 and in accordance with MN Statute 15.99, a decision will need to be made within 120 days of application acceptance. The deadline for action for this request is October 25, 2007. (Planning applications have a 60 day window for approval while Minnesota Statutes allow 120 days for subdivision requests.) Summary. The proposed major subdivision of the 8184 Eastwood Road and 8211 Red Oak Drive is requested to create additional land which would be combined with the Abiding Savior property at 8211 Red Oak Drive (Lot 1). The remaining single family lot on Eastwood Road (Lot 2) would be consistent with all setbacks and subdivision code requirements. Recommendation: Discuss the major subdivision request submitted by Abiding Savior Lutheran Church to plat and subdivide the parcels located at 8184 Eastwood Road and 8211 Red Oak Drive. The following options may be considered: 1. Recommend approval of the requested major subdivision application subject to review of title documentation by the City Attorney’s office. A resolution of approval with stipulations as noted has been prepared for the Commission’s action. 2. Recommend denial of the major subdivision request and direct staff to prepare a resolution to that effect. Staff is not aware of any conditions to justify denial and thus would recommend against taking such action.