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Rice Lake Reserve Hugo, MN December 12, 2019 Project Narrative Rice Lake Reserve consists of 4 different properties on 51.54 acres situated on the NE corner of Egg Lake Road N and Goodview Lane N. Bordered by some 20.92 acres of wetland, Rice Lake Reserve will create a connection with the natural surroundings along with connecting the community to its eastern Park. The community will provide a mix of one and two-story housing styles that market to multiple generations of buyers. The community is being developed by Fenway Land Company and homes will be built/sold by MI Homes. Request We are seeking approval for Preliminary Plat and PUD for the 51.54-acre site. The proposed 93 home community creates a gross density of 1.80 homes per acre. The net developable area of 29.56 acres creates a net density of 3.15 homes per acre which is still below the R-3 zoning district of 4 homes per acre. The typical lot width is 55' with an average area of 6350 square feet along with home sizes ranging from 1500 SF to 2600 SF. Side yard setbacks are 7.5' and 7.5'. Buyers today are less interested in a large yard and large homes that they must maintain. The PUD allows for flexibility in the standard zoning code. Providing housing within the City that creates a sense of community between multiple generations of homeowners, preserves the natural surroundings of the property, and is reasonable in price are the main reasons that a PUD makes the most sense for this property. The deviations we are requesting from the standard zoning code are for lot size, lot width, lot side setbacks, impervious lot area increased from 50% to 55%, front setback on 3 lots to 25' (L18, 19, 20 134) to avoid wetland encroachment, side setback on L14 B4 to 25', and side setback to 20' L20, B4 and front yard setback to 20' on L1, 131 for the existing homes that will be staying. In evaluating the criteria specified in the zoning code, Rice Lake Reserve is offering the following in exchange for flexibility: -Preserving natural features - Of the 20.92 acres of wetlands, only .54 acres are impacted. The majority of these impacts are in the middle of site where stormwater ponding will be located. The wetlands to the north and south are preserved with natural views for the residents. Trees along east side of Goodview will remain as a natural buffer. -Trail Connection — a 2875' trail will connect Goodview to Egg Lake Road by meandering around the pond and through the community. This connection will also allow residents in neighboring communities to gain safer access to Hanifl Park on the east side of town. -Storm Water Reuse — The development will utilize the ponding system for an irrigation system that covers common areas, park area, and residents' yards. This helps with meeting the site infiltration requirements along with conserving City water needed for homes and businesses. Rice Lake Reserve — Narrative for PUD/Preliminary Plat Fenway Land Company