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Planning Commission Minutes August 24. 1999 Page 5 . COMMISSIONER KUESTER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0. 6.4. Reauest by Bridgeland Development Co. for Rezoning (R1a to PUDl. Public Hearina Case No. ZC 99-7 6.5. Reauest by Bridaeland Development Co. for Preliminary Plat (Preserve Estates). Public Hearina Case No. P 99-10 6.6. Reauest by Bridaeland Development Co. for Conditional Use Permit. Public Hearina Case No. CU 99-30 Staff report by Scott Harlicker. Bridgeland Development has requested a zone change from R1a (Single Family) to PUD (Planned Unit Development). and preliminary plat and conditional use permit for a 27 lot single-family development on a 74.7 acre parcel. Mr. Harlicker explained that the developers are proposing development of the site under the DNR Shoreland Ordinance (PUD) and they have utilized increased density under the DNR guidelines by increasing the setbacks for septic systems and protecting existing vegetation around the pond. Mr. Harlicker reviewed issues associated with the project including septic systems. right-of-way and access. wetlands. setbacks, landscaping and tree preservation. The Park and Recreation Commission has recommended cash dedication to meet the park dedication requirements. Staff recommended approval of the requests with the findings listed in the staff report. . Terry Maurer, City Engineer, stated that he has just received revised plans which address some of the concerns mentioned in his memo dated August 17, 1999, but he has not had time to review them. Commissioner Thompson asked if the open space would become a conservation easement. Mr. Harlicker stated that the open space will be in the ownership of the homeowners' association. He explained that language will be included in the homeowner's association agreement that no further development can occur within the plat. Chair Cote asked what would happen to the septic maintenance if the homeowners' association goes defunct. Mr. Harlicker stated that the city attorney will be asked to address the issue. Chair Cote asked the city engineer if there were significant issues to be addressed. Terry Maurer stated that the revised plans need to address storm water crossing over septic systems. grading concerns regarding steep driveways, and how many additional trees will be removed by making the necessary changes to the plat. Commissioner Cote expressed his concern regarding septic systems located adjacent to the wetlands. Mr. Maurer indicated that perk tests and calculations will be required. Commissioner Mesich stated he was very concerned that the city's zoning laws are being bypassed for this development. . Chair Cote opened the public hearing.