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Mounds View Planning Commission November 15, 2006 Regular Meeting Page 7 ________________________________________________________________________ Community Development Director Ericson stated the engineers would look into this. He stated the grading design and drainage would have the affect of taking more water from Mr. Widmer’s property. He explained how the runoff would be redirected towards the side of the development and towards County Highway 10. He stated it would take the storm water runoff and lessen whatever water would sit for any length of time. He stated because this is a relatively flat piece of land, Rice Creek and the City Engineer would look at it closely. Commissioner Scotch stated she would like to see another outlot and asked if there is consideration for another entrance/exit to the property. Community Development Director Ericson replied Ramsey County is opposed to this because 19 units would not create a large amount of traffic. He stated the Fire Marshal, Fire Chief, and the Ramsey County engineer have looked at this and does not believe the development needs a second access to the development. Chair Stevenson asked about access for the units across the street. Community Development Director Ericson replied they also only have one access and have about the same amount of units with 24 to 26 homes. Commissioner Zwirn asked if there had been any accidents or incidents relative to access at the development across street. Community Development Director Ericson replied there had not. Mr. Schnor stressed the developments are set up differently. He stated it is interesting how the developer acquired the one half acre needed for the three acres. He explained the developer purchased a house on Groveland, used the back yard for the required acreage, and then sold the house. Mr. Schnor stated this could have been used for another exit; instead, he sold the house. Chair Stevenson stated the Commission could make one of three recommendations. He stated that, with approval, the Commission would direct Staff to draft a resolution of approval with findings of fact appropriate to support the approval. Commissioner Zwirn mentioned he investigated how Integra deals with surrounding neighbors and how they handle their developments. He reported Integra has an impeccable history; their craftsmanship and quality is exceptional. He stated Integra has his full support. Chair Stevenson asked the Commissioners if they agree to request staff draft a resolution. Consensus for this action was indicated by all Commissioners. Commissioner Hegland asked the engineering report be available also.