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City Council Minutes September 17, 2018 Page 4 Christopher Scheff, 10396 221` Ave NW, purchased his land in 2013 and was told by a police sergeant at that time that if the area around him was developed he may lose the ability to gun hunt on his property. He is in favor of keeping the development at 2.5 acres to minimize the effect on the neighbors. Mayor Dietz asked if the blue area on the hunting map exhibit is all Mr. Schefis land. Mr. Scheff indicated only a portion of his land is included in the affected area. He noted it may not affect his hunting but may affect his neighbors. Angela Jensen, 10123 221st Ave NW, stated the area has a lot of wetlands and wildlife and fears that will be lost if the area is developed. She asked the Council to require the developer to plant trees to buffer her property from the development. Mr. Leeseberg indicated the developer is not required to plant trees beyond the ordinance requirements but the Council has some discretion because the request is for a Planned Unit Development. There being no one else to speak on these issues, Mayor Dietz closed the public hearings. Zone Change Councilmember Westgaard responded to Mr. Scheff's comments. He indicated the 500 -foot setback for the hunting area will be in place regardless if the lots are developed as 1.5 or 2.5 acres. He noted the area will likely face additional hunting restrictions as more people in the area develop. Councilmember Westgaard stated it is his understanding 221" Avenue is a future arterial to Highway 169 and the county may wish to limit access points. He questioned if Sherburne County reviewed this item, specifically the proposed cul-de- sac on Street A Qohnson Street). Mr. Leeseberg indicated the county reviews all plat requests and had no comments on this request. Bill Christian, applicant, explained his goal in using the cul-de-sacs was to keep as much distance as possible from surrounding properties. Councilmember Westgaard indicated he would like to see Street A Qohnson Street) as a through street for future connections. Mayor Dietz concurred. Councilmember Oval] questioned if emergency services would be able to turn around if Street A Qohnson Street) is constructed as a through street but not connected yet. Mr. Leeseberg indicated it would be a temporary cul-de-sac until connection. Mayor Dietz stated he understands Ms. Jensen's concerns but the developer owns the property and has a right to develop it. P01EOEO 1Y NATURE