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Planning Commission Minutes Page 5 May 2-.2014 Howard Triggs, 14529 180th Avenue, representing the applicant— stated that he was present • to answer questions. He noted that the staff report listed Lot 2, Block 2 and Lot 3, Block 3 and the block number should be Block 1 for all three lots. Jeff Hanson, 801 Holt Avenue — stated that he owns the lot directly north of the proposed new lot. He stated that he contacted the city prior to purchasing his property and was told the lot could not be developed. He asked how long the lot would sit before being developed. Also, he stated he would like to have more time before a decision is made, since he does not understand all the impacts the new lot may create. Mr. Leeseberg noted that the lots meet all the city requirements. He stated that he was not sure what \1r. Hanson was told, but the lots can be subdivided. Mr. Triggs provided background information which lead to the decision to plat the property into an additional lot. He stated that platting the property also cleans up some encroachment issues, as well. He stated that the family has no immediate plans for the lot at this time. There being no more comments, Chair Johnson closed the public hearing. Commissioner Konietzlco stated he has no issues with the request if it meets the city's requirements and the new lot will accommodate the construction of a house that fits in with other homes in the neighborhood. • Mr. Hanson asked what the park dedication is for. Mr. Leeseberg explained that a park dedication is required when platting new lots which is used for acquiring new park land or park equipment. Mr. Hanson asked how the amount is determined. Mr. Leeseberg explained that the council sets the amount on a yearly basis. Motion by Commissioner Konietzko and seconded by Commissioner Jeremy Johnson to recommend approval of the request by Douglas Warneke for Preliminary Plat approval of DHJ plat,with the following conditions: 1. Surface water management fee for one lot in the amount required by the city at the time of final plat be paid prior to releasing the plat for recording. ($208 per lot, 2013 rate) 2. All appropriate grading permits must be obtained prior to commencing work on the site. 3. Grading and erosion control plan be submitted and approved by the city engineer prior to the issuance of building permits. 4. Water availability charge be paid prior to releasing the plat for recording. 5. Park dedication shall be provided in the form of cash for one (1) lot at the rate applicable at the time of Final Plat approval. 6. Any item or condition found that indicates the site is likely to yield information important to pre-history or history shall be reported to the city immediately. Further, the city reserves the right to stop work authorized in its approval until the site is appropriately investigated and work is authorized. • 7. Service connection plan approved by city engineer.