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. . . Planning Commission March 23, 2004 Page 7 letter addressed negative impact on property values, tree replacement for trees in the buffer zone which were impacted by the construction ($500 fine), noise suppression of audio loudspeakers, provision for green space and landscaping with trees 10-15 feet in height, directing lighting downward, restriction of truck traffic on Dodge Street, impact on sewer systems, and flooding. Ms. McCulloch stated that she did not feel the traffic impacts would be lessened as suggested by staff. A resident at 19333 Dodge Street asked if their residential development would be rezoned as part of the commercial PUD zone change. Mr. Harlicker stated that only Oudot A of Hillside Estates 10m Addition would be included in the commercial PUD rezoning. The resident asked who would maintain the green space. Mr. Harlicker stated that Menards would be responsible for maintenance. Terry Askin, 19204 Dodge Street, asked how far it was from the south property line to the north lot line of the existing homes. Director of Planning McPherson stated that it was approximately 480 feet. Mr. Askin asked where the runoff would go. City Engineer T eny Maurer stated that runoff will drain to the pond behind the Goodwill building. Mr. Askin questioned if anything would be done to protect the view of the residents from the Menards addition. Marv Prochaska of Menards stated that the residents will only see the gable of the roof and will see vel}' little of the new addition. Mr. Askin asked if there would be outdoor speakers on the new addition. Mr. Prochaska stated there will no longer be any outside speakers. Michael Brastad, 19428 Dodge Street, asked why the fencing is being moved and how far south will it be moved. Senior Planner Harlicker stated that the fence needs to be moved in order to get around the building and that it will be moved approximately 35 feet. Mr. Brastad asked what the additional lot would be used for. Mr. Harlicker stated that the lot would serve as a buffer for the residential homes and that it would likely stay as it is. Ms. McPherson stated that the Planning Commission could recommend that some additional hardwoods and conifers be planted on the lot. Mr. Prochaska stated that the lot might be sold as a residential lot. Ms. McPherson stated that the lot is included in the commercial PUD zoning request and could not be used for residential purposes if the rezoning is approved. Mike Brastad asked what would happed around the pond. He stated that he felt there should be some consequence if some of the trees in the buffer zone were lost due to the construction, including replacement and future maintenance of the buffer. Terry Askin asked if there were any provisions to address litter and maintenance of landscaping. Mr. Harlicker stated that these issues would be addressed in the same manner as other commercial conditional use permits. City Engineer T eny Maurer stated that the retaining wall will be similar to the one by 193rd Avenue. The applicant will submit plans that will be reviewed by staff prior to construction. Mr. Maurer noted that there will be some trees along Dodge Street that might have to be removed in order to provide utility boxes and snow storage, as well as a strip of grass that will need to be maintained. John Kuester, representing the Park and Recreation Commission, asked that attention be paid to the contents of the buffer strip and that the Commission felt successive layers of green space should be required including a grassy area and various types of vegetation.