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Planning Commission Minutes June 27, 2000 Page 9 . Sarah Dennison, resident of Barrington Townhomes, expressed her concern for the trees that will be removed. She felt that the trees serve as a noise buffer from Industrial Hardfacing activities. She asked if the wetlands would remain. Terry Maurer stated that the wetlands will stay. Ms. Dennison felt that removing the trees will have a negative impact on the property values of the town homes. Ms. McPherson stated that Ms. Dennison should contact the County Assessor for information on property values. Larry Trushenski, 18596 Twin Lakes Road, stated that he owns the parcel to the east, which is surrounded by the townhouse site. He asked how far the closest unit would be to his property. Steve Wensman explained that the closest building would be approximately 24' from his property. Mr. Trushenski expressed concern that he would lose trees. Mr. Wensman stated that the drip lines of the trees would be fenced. Mr. Trushenski asked if he would be required to hook up to city water and sewer. Mr. Wensman stated that he would not. Mr. Trushenski asked how tall the trees would be that will be planted. Mr. Wensman stated that the City ordinance requires 6 feet conifers and 2" caliper deciduous. trees. Clint Corrow, representing Riverside Development, stated that the cul-de-sacs will not be needed if Twin Lakes Road is left open. Chair Mesich asked Mr. Corrow if the extensive grading was necessary. Mr. Corrow stated that the plan provides for the best use of the land and that they will replace as many trees as possible. Mr. Corrow noted that the townhomes will be less dense than Trott Brook Farms. . Chair Mesich asked what the market value of the homes is estimated to be. Mr. Corrow stated that the townhomes will be approximately $150,000 and the twin homes will be $180, 000 - $200,000, and the square footage will be 1,200 sq. ft. plus. Chair Mesich asked if Mr. Corrow has seen the letter from Sherburne County regarding access on the county road. Mr. Corrow stated that he has seen the letter and they are aware that approval of the plat is contingent upon securing the access permit. Terry Maurer stated that he did not see a problem with site distances at this location, a concern expressed by the County. There being no further comments from the public, Chair Mesich closed the public hearing. Chair Mesich asked how many setback variance would have been required if this property were zoned R3. Steve Wensman explained that the property did not fit the R3 Zoning District and that is why it is coming through the process as a PUD. Michele McPherson stated that the R3 setbacks are 30' on the front, 10' on the side, and 35' on the rear, which is not all that different from what the setbacks will be for this PUD. COMMISSIONER KUESTER MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE REQUEST BY RIVERSIDE DEVELOPMENT FOR PRELIMINARY PLAT (TWIN LAKES TOWNHOMES), WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: .