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The Meadows at Hugo Sketch Plan Page 3 construction phasing and a potential for lower development costs. In exchange for this enhanced flexibility, the City has the expectation that the development plan will result in a significantly higher quality and more sensitive proposal than would have been the case with the use of other, more standard zoning districts. • Lot widths o The developer is proposing the lot width of all lots to be 50 feet. • Setbacks o The developer is proposing aside yard setback of 5 feet where 10 feet is required by ordinance. They are also proposing a side yard setback of 15 feet where the side yard of the lot is along the public right of way. All other setbacks are proposed to comply with the zoning regulations. R3 Proposed PUD Front yard setback 30 ft. 30 ft. Side yard setback 10 ft. 5 ft. Rear yard setback 30 ft. 30 ft. In exchange for the proposed PUD, the developer is expected to have a higher quality development with valued amenities. The developer has proposed the following: • The extension of the trail system through the development with an off-street trail connection to the park to the west. • Open space throughout the development that maintains the natural integrity of the site. • The developer has stated that they will evaluate the site to preserve to the maximum extent possible the sites natural features (wetland, floodplain, shoreland, etc). • Installation of a water re -use system for irrigation. The Medium Density Residential designation's primary intent is to respond to a need for smaller homes on smaller lots. This designation offers the opportunity for housing that may expand opportunities for more affordable single family home living and changes in demographics, including smaller homes for empty nesters and smaller families. The medium density designation also describes the importance of preserving natural resources and amenities. The proposed sketch plan is requesting flexibility to accommodate smaller lot sizes and setbacks, and preservation of natural resources. This is in line with the intent of the land use present in the development. Staff will continue to work with the developer on their proposal to request a change in the zoning to Planned Unit Development as the project moves forward. Because its proximity to the ditch, the property is in the Shoreland Overlay district. The development will need to meet all of the MN DNR shoreland standards as they relate to PUD approvals. A builder for the development has not been identified however, the applicant has provided example elevations to provide a conceptual product type. Staff is comfortable with the lot sizes, however recommends that the setbacks be further evaluated at the project moves forward. Staff