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Backer Minor Subdivision & CUP 3. CONTEXT: A. Surrounding Land Use and Zoning The properties are currently zoned Agricultural (AG). The approximately 30 acre parcel contains a single family home and accessory buildings while the 20 acre parcel is undeveloped. The properties contain many wetlands and some floodplain. The surrounding properties are also zoned Agricultural (AG) and are large lots occupied by single family homes. B. Natural Characteristics of Site The properties have varying topography with wetlands covering the majority of the area. The applicant has been in contact with the Browns Creek Watershed District and is showing the required setbacks from wetlands on the sites. The applicant is currently working on proper easement areas as required by the Browns Creek Watershed District and it is a condition of approval that they are verified and recorded. 4. LEVEL OF DISCRETION IN DECISION-MAKING: The City has limited discretion in approving or denying minor subdivision applications. The City's discretion is limited to whether or not the proposed minor subdivision meets the standards outlined in the Zoning Ordinance. If it meets these standards, the City must approve the subdivision. The City's discretion in approving or denying a conditional use permit is limited to whether or not the proposed application meets the standards outlined in the Zoning Ordinance. If it meets these standards, the City must approve the conditional use permit. 5. ANALYSIS: A. Consistency with Ordinance Standards Minor Subdivision and CUP Lot Size The Agricultural (AG) zoning district requires a minimum lot size of 10 acres with a 300 foot minimum width and a minimum depth of 480 feet. The applicant is requesting to subdivide an approximately 30 acre parcel and 20 acre parcel to create a 14.48 acre parcel, a 20 acre parcel, and an 18.20 acre parcel. The proposed lots will meet the requirements with the 14.48 acre parcel having a 475 foot width and lot depth of 1,328 feet, the 20 acre parcel having a 656 foot width and lot depth of 1,295 feet, and the 18.20 acre parcel having a 459 foot width and a 1,295 foot depth.