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Capstone Homes (Munger Property) – Sketch Plan 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. There are also expectations that the development will have higher standards on zoning code requirements in exchange for the flexibility. •Lot widths o The developer is proposing the lot width of all lots to be 50 feet, where 80 feet is required in the Single Family Detached Residential (R-3) zoning district. •Lot Size o The developer is proposing the minimum lot size to be 6,500 square feet, where 10,400 square feet is required in the Single Family Detached Residential (R-3) zoning district. •Setbacks o The developer is proposing the following setbacks: R-3 Proposed PUD Front yard setback 30 ft. 25 ft. Side yard setback 10 ft. 7.5 ft. Rear yard setback 30 ft. 25 ft. •Impervious Surface o The developer has not indicated that they are requesting flexibility for impervious surface maximums. However, with the proposed lot width, lot size, and setbacks its likely they will ask for flexibility on the percent of impervious surface allowed. 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 developer has stated that they will evaluate the site to preserve to the maximum extent possible the sites natural features (wetland, floodplain, shoreland, etc). They stated they are providing scenic view of the natural features. •The developer stated that they will provide high quality architecture for the homes. •The plans show a buffer area from the ditch and not having lot lines into the wetland and natural areas, keeping them on outlots to limit impacts on the natural resources. The Medium Density Residential designation’s primary intent is to respond to a need for smaller homes on smaller lots and townhome development. 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 reduced lot sizes, lot widths, and setbacks. This is in line with the intent of the land use present in the development. Staff has a few recommendations at the end of this report for the development. It is in staff’s opinion that the recommendations would strengthen the applicant’s ability to demonstrate they meet the PUD