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reported drainage plans were being drawn by the sur- veyors which he hoped would be available that weekend for showing to the neighbors; said his property does "crown" the area between Silver Lake Road and Belden Drive and the Belden side is much lower; agreed with Councilmember Marks that the particular property posed an. opportunity for some "innovative architecture" when it came to homes to be built there; reported some prospective buyers were already consider- ing plans for either multi-level or semi-contemporary homes which could take advantage of the view of the Minneapolis skyline without being obtrusive in relation to the existing homes in the area; told Councilmember Enrooth the grading plan would show suggested home styles for particular lots based on topo- graphy which should avoid the "chaotic" appearance the Councilmember was concerned might result from too much diversity; . indicated Chris Paidosch and his financee were inter- ested in one of the lots and were only present that evening to observe the proceedings; agreed with both Councilmembers Marks and Enrooth that in all probability the lots would not have to be leveled to the Belden Street grade, nor would all the trees have to be removed. Childs perceived some compromise on elevations would be nec- essary because he knew the neighbor to the north would prefer to have all the earth to the south removed. Evanson said if a grading plan is approved by the neighbors, Commission and Council, he perceived it might be nec- essary to delay the actual grading until driveways, homes, etc. are completed to avoid removal of vegeta- tion which currently holds back erosion down into the street. Commission recommendation: to deny subdivision without platting until after grading and elevations are approved for a final plat. Council Action Motion by Enrooth, seconded by Makowske to deny the request from David Evanson to subdivide without platting the property at approximately 3512