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11 “Frenchman Village” Sketch Plan Floodplain/Wetlands There are significant portions of the property located in the FEMA floodplain and floodway along the ditch and the south side of the property. Along with other items, this is a constraint of the property that limits developable areas. The applicant has studied the area and is working with FEMA to reduce the amount of areas in the floodplain and floodway. Development of the property will require a Letter of Map Revision, or other approved revisions by FEMA. This is feasible from an engineering perspective. There are ditches that cross the property in various locations. These are the general area of wetlands and will require approval from the Rice Creek Watershed District and the City of Hugo for the crossing of the ditches for the development and the streets. There may be some wetland impacts with the proposed development. Staff recommends the applicant meet with the Technical Evaluation Panel (TEP) to discuss the impacts and mitigation measures. Stormwater Management/Water Reuse The applicant has indicated that regional stormwater management for the site, instead of individual stormwater management for each site as it develops. This will allow for efficient use of property and is encouraged for the properties. The stormwater management is shown at the south side of the properties as the properties slope down to the south. Staff has not evaluated the stormwater management, but supportive of regional stormwater management. Conditions for stormwater reuse for the site is ideal and should be incorporated into the development. The applicant has stated stormwater reuse would be incorporated into the development. Stormwater reuse can aid in meeting the stormwater management requirements for the development. Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) The proposed sketch plan triggers a mandatory EAW as required by Minnesota State Statute. An EAW is a review of the proposed project and the potential impacts to natural resources, transportation, and wildlife. It also outlines mitigation measures for any potential impact. This process usually takes between 6 and 9 months to compete and includes public engagement. The applicant will need to complete this process as they plan the site. No formal approvals from the City can happen until the EAW is completed. 4. CONCLUSION/ RECOMMENDATIONS: The sketch plan proposes a development that requires amendments to the 2040 Land Use Plan and Zoning Map. The changes are significant and there are several details and expectations to work out with the applicant as the project moves forward. These are outlined in the staff reports. The development phasing will be very important with the project, especially for timing of infrastructure improvements.