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Planning Commission Page 6 August 28, 2018 ----------------------------- Mr. Rickers discussed how the wetlands flow into the Rum River and the otters and fish present in the area, noting the wetlands are a delicate resource. He also asked if this development would affect his taxes. Chair Johnson stated questions regarding taxes can be answered by Sherburne County. st Christopher Scheff (CJ), 10396 221 Ave. NW, asked the applicant why he was building as many homes as he was, stating the applicant didn’t have to build that many. He stated if the applicant wants what’s best for the area, perhaps he would consider building fewer homes. He also had the same concerns with the aquifer but stated he didn’t know much about them. Mr. Christian stated he didn’t want to be treated any different than anyone else. He stated he was trying to create a nice development and if the city allows for this type and density of development and the city has put a lot of thought into the comprehensive plan, he has done the same with a lot of thought on minimal impact on the neighbors. He stated he wasn’t trying to change anything that wasn’t already allowed and Mr. Scheff would be afforded the same should he decide to develop land. There being no one else to speak, Chair Johnson closed the public hearing. Chair Johnson discussed the smaller lot sizes as currently driving market demand. Commissioner Larson-Vito stated the developer is trying to work around the unique requirements of the property due to the presence of wetlands and stated that when the city looks at the property before its developed, residents don’t have to come back in the future for a variance. Commissioner Larson-Vito also noted that the feedback heard tonight from area residents was very important and beneficial. Moved by Commissioner Larson-Vito and seconded by Commissioner Feinstein to recommend approval for an ordinance to rezone certain property from Single Family Residential (R1a) to Planned Unit Development with the following conditions: 1. The Conditional Use Permit establishing a PUD must be approved by the City Council. 2. A PUD agreement must be approved by the City Council prior to recording the Zone Change. Motion carried 6-0. Moved by Commissioner Larson-Vito and seconded by Commissioner Thiel to recommend approval for a Conditional Use Permit with the following conditions to satisfy the standards set forth in Section 30-654: 1. A PUD Agreement shall be developed and signed by both parties prior to the recording of the plat and issuance of any building permits.