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Case File: I'12-02 Page 3 Natures Edge Business Park Preliminary Plat 1. The proposed subdivision is consistent with the zoning regulations (article VI of this chapter) and conforms in all respects with all requirements of this Code, including the zoning regulations and this article. 2. The proposed subdivision is consistent with all applicable general and specialized city, county, and regional plans, including, but not limited to, the city's comprehensive development plan. 3. The physical characteristics of the site, including but not limited to topography, soils, vegetation, susceptibility to erosion and siltation, susceptibility to flooding, and drainage are suitable for the type and density of development and uses contemplated. 4. The proposed subdivision makes adequate provision for water supply, storm drainage, sewage transportation, erosion control and all other services, facilities and improvements otherwise required in this article. 5. The proposed subdivision will not cause substantial environmental damage. 6. The proposed subdivision will not conflict with easements of record or with easements established by judgment of a court. 7. The proposed subdivision will not have an undue and adverse impact on the reasonable development of neighboring land. 8. The proposed subdivision is not premature. A subdivision is premature if any of the following exists: a. Lack of adequate stormwater drainage. b. Lack of adequate roads. c. Lack of adequate sanitary sewer systems. d. Lack of adequate off site public improvements or support systems. In the review of the standards for preliminary plat as outlined, it appears that the request is consistent with all of these standards. ANALYSIS As noted above, this project represents the initial stage of development of the larger FAST plan, approved by the City Council on June 21, 2010. The platted property is the only city-owned land within the plan area; the balance of the plan will be developed and redeveloped by the private sector, likely over the next few decades. While the plan will take decades to come to fruition, the initial phases establish the tone of the development.. A key component of the FAST plan is the development of the Twin Lakes Road extension, south to Highway 10 and a future intersection in this area. With the evolution of Highway 10 to a freeway, businesses in the area will lose their local accesses they currently enjoy. Twin Lakes Road is being built to serve as the spine in the east Elk River area. Ultimately, businesses will get their customers, clients, employees, and contractors from Twin Lakes Road. The FAST plan envisioned that Twin Lakes Road could serve as the front door to the businesses in the area, with appropriate levels of landscaping and walking amenities located along it. Comprehensive Plan The project is consistent with the comprehensive plan in terms of planned use, traffic and utility capacities. N:\Departments\Community Development\Planning\Case Files\Plat\P 12-U2 Elk River EDA-Natures Edge\P12-2 Naters Edge Business Center SR to PC G-12-12.docs