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Planning Commission Page 5 August 28, 2018 ----------------------------- of the subject property. He stated he farms close to 30 head of cattle which produces the smell of manure, farming equipment noise, and noting he works full time during the day so he does late night and weekend farming. He asked if there would be conflicts his farming by bringing in these proposed higher end homes. He asked about Johnson Street and would there be street lights and a turn lane. Iles Scott Helge, representing her father Richard Gruys, 22347 Monroe St. NW- explained her father’s property was a farm like other farmers in the area, concerned about the aquifer, and amount of water. She stated they all work with heavy equipment. She would like to see a park included in the development to prevent the children from playing in the street or drowning in the pond on their property. She stated the hunting is a paid activity for her father and part of her father’s livelihood, and they didn’t want his hunting rights affected. Mr. Leeseberg stated he didn’t receive any concerns from Elk River Municipal Utilities regarding the capacity of the aquifer but will ask for clarification. Mr. Christian discussed his vision and intent to create a nice development, minimizing the impacts to current residents, and preserving wetlands and wooded area. He explained the creation of the ponding area, the cul-de-sac construction, and working with the city to make the area a decent development. He stated Sherburne County has reviewed the project and made their recommendations, which will be reflected in the next round of plan updates. Commissioner Rydberg asked the applicant if there would be upfront discussions with prospective homeowners of what they can expect when they move into the country. Mr. Christian stated he didn’t have a magical answer to that but would make prospective homeowners aware that it is a rural area, noting there will be protective covenants they would be willing to create and noting the rural setting includes farming. st Diane Moos, 10246 221 Ave. NW- stated her main concern is the outlet on Johnson St. as their 80 acre farm is to the east and south, and they operate heavy equipment in and out of their driveway. She would like to see lots sizes at 2.5 acre. Mr. Leeseberg indicated Sherburne County has control of the Johnson Street access points but he will bring that comment to them. Mr. Krueger asked when the development would begin. Mr. Christian stated they would begin development as quickly as possible, and with winter approaching they would begin installing infrastructure on the property after approval. Home construction would begin next spring. He stated they will not have a model home.