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Carlson Minor Subdivision & CUP The proposed undeveloped parcel will have new well and septic systems. The applicant has submitted soil tests indicating that there is sufficient space on the parcel that are suitable for a septic system as well as an alternative septic location. The location has been reviewed and approved by Washington County. Gradin A grading plan will have to be submitted to the City prior to the issuance of a building permit for the proposed vacant parcel. The applicant shall demonstrate that the building site will comply with the City's regulations regarding building elevation related to groundwater and floodplain. The applicant is not showing the lowest floor elevation, on the survey, but it will be verified at the issuance of a building permit. Streets and Access The proposed parcels have access from Homestead Avenue. CUP Request An existing 20 acre parcel contains a single family home and has an existing driveway, which is proposed to be used to access the proposed 10 acre parcel to the north. A CUP is required for a driveway if it is shared by two or more separate parcels or lots of land. There is steep topography that makes it difficult to find a good location for a new driveway for the proposed parcel to the north. Also there is a significant stand of trees along the west property line that the applicant would like to preserve. Creating a new driveway would require some of the trees to be removed. Staff used these standards to review the application and found that the request meets all applicable standards as follows: 1. The proposed use is permissible by law. The proposed use is allowed by conditional use permit. 2. The proposed use is keeping with the spirit and intent of the ordinance. The proposed use is allowed in the RR zoning district and will keep with the spirit and intent of the ordinance, which is intended to allow a shared driveway by a CUP as long as they comply with the regulations. 3. The proposed use is compatible with the City's Comprehensive Plan and the character of the surrounding area. The use is existing and is compatible with the Comprehensive Plan and the addition will not alter the character of the area.