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• Mr. Pat Klaers July 10, 1998 Page 4 C. STREET ISSUES ■ CSAH 12 and 13 CSAH 12 is planned to be reconstructed in 1999. The County is requesting that the total right-of-way provided along Trott Brook Farms be 70 feet measured from centerline of the CSAH 12 right-of-way. The need for this much right-of-way is due to the large 4-lane urban road section that is proposed, plus a detached pathway along the north side. The Developers have suggested that a 60-foot right-of-way be provided, along with a 10-foot easement that could be used for placement of the bituminous pathway. In reviewing this with Sherburne County, they indicated that they already have a plat prepared showing the 70 feet. If this change were to be made, the plat would have to be amended. In reviewing this request with City staff, it was felt that the original proposal would be a 70-foot right-of-way, with the normal 10-foot drainage and utility easement beyond that, along the perimeter of the plat. If it were to be changed to 60 feet with a 10-foot easement for trail purposes, an additional 10-foot easement for drainage and utility purposes would also be needed. This would be required so that the utilities that may • be located along the south border of the plat are not placed under the bituminous trail. In conclusion, it is recommended that the original concept of a 70-foot right-of-way along CSAH 12 be dedicated, and the normal 10-foot drainage and utility easement be provided by the plat. I believe this recommendation will result in a slightly reduced number of townhouse units along CSAH 12. The plat proposes a main access along CSAH 12, with a secondary access at the far east end, leading into one of the town home areas. Along CSAH 13, there is a main access near CSAH 12, with an additional main access located at the northern part of the plat, and then a secondary access leading to the town homes in the northwest corner of the development. It appears that the access points along CSAH 12 meet Sherburne County's guidelines for urban arterial access spacing, listed in their comprehensive transportation plan. Table 10 in that study indicates that spacings would be allowed at quarter-mile intervals. The same spacing requirements would pertain to CSAH 13, along the west border of the plat. Obviously, the main entrance at the northwest corner, together with the secondary access to the town home area, does not meet this requirement. Perhaps the second access point into the town home area could be designed such that it is emergency access only, and not for regular use. We will continue to work with the Developers and Sherburne County staff to ensure that the access points along CSAH 12 and CSAH 13 meet the County's guidelines. • Howarc R. Green Company O:\PROJ\800111j\0240\111-0804.july.doCONSULTING ENGINEERS