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Planning Commission March 28, 2019 Page 5 Commissioner Derr states that the proposed project fits the comprehensive plan and zoning district. He noted that there are parking limitations that do not allow for the growth of the residents in the units like families. Commissioner Arcand states that the building fits the design guidelines. There will be a building on the site. The water and drainage will need to be addressed by the engineers, but overall it blends in with the character of the surrounding area. Commissioner Tjernlund adds that there should be trust within the engineers. Luchsinger then adds that the owners have an incentive to build and maintain a nice, structural building. Commissioner Fry states that the parcel will get developed and it will be a building of similar density. The proposed project is aesthetically appealing. Commissioner Mulvihill is still concerned with the parking and drainage issues that were brought to attention however, it is important to allow different housing options within the community. Fry adds that it is beneficial to have control over the situation. Chair Kleissler notes that the applicant did a good job at making the proposed building look like it fits within the community. She still has some concerns over some of the water issues that have been brought up. Commissioner Mulvihill asked what made the difference between the construction of the townhomes and the church and why the water is draining so well with the church. Juba clarified that there were different engineers and stormwater management changes. Commissioner Luchsinger made a motion to approve the MWF Properties request for a site plan and conditional use permit for Rosemary Apartments. Arcand Seconded. Tjernlund Nay. Motion carried. Chair Kleissler calls for a recess. Chair Kleissler brings the Planning Commission back to order at 8:57pm. Golden Valley Land Company Sketch Plan Review for The Meadows at HuIZo Juba provided background on The Meadows at Hugo sketch plan proposed by Golden Valley Land Company. The proposed site is located north of 1591h Street and east of the north water tower. The parcel is zoned Future Urban Service and is guided medium density residential. The applicant would like to receive feedback on the project in regards to general layout, housing types, wetland replacement, and road connections. Juba continues to explain that the parcel of land is 33.1 acres with 6.1 acres of wetlands. The developer is proposing 84 lots on the site, which would include 70 villa products on 50 foot wide lots and 14 single family home products on 80 foot wide lots for a residential gross density of 2.5 units per acre. The plan also shows stormwater ponding areas and a trail connection. Juba notes that the proposed site is within the shoreland overlay district and the development will have to meet all of the DNR shoreline standards. Juba also provides details on the PUD, housing types and design, park dedication, streets and access, utilities, wetlands, stormwater management, and landscaping.