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Elk River Planning Commission Minutes May 25, 1993 Page 3 . 6. Preliminary Plat Request of North Meadows Addition and Associated Variances by Dave and Joyce Mickelson/Public Hearing stephen Rohlf, Building and Zoning Administrator, explained that David and Joyce Mickelson (applicants) requested preliminary plat review of North Meadows Addition and associated variances on the maximum length of a dead-end road and lot sizes. The applicants are proposing 8 lots on 22.22 acres served by private well and septic systems. The only public improvements are the street and storm drainage system, which the applicants are proposing to accomplish without City funding. Mr. Rohlf reviewed the issues raised in staffs memo dated May 20, 1993. Chairman Minton opened the public hearing. Bill Mealio, 14320-214 Avenue NW, Elk River, commented on the lot sizes and requested the Planning Commission stay within the current ordinance guidelines. . Mrs. Guildemeister, 14393-214 Avenue NW, Elk River, stated her concerns regarding drainage, the quality of homes being built, the road easement and the possibility of a tax increase due to the easement. Further, Mrs. Guildemeister stated she did not want the easement to continue up to her property. Mr. Rohlf responded that the drainage issues would be clarified further by City Engineer Terry Maurer at the City Council meeting on June 21, 1993. Also, the easement to her property would be of benefit to her so as not to landlock her property. Mr. Rohlf informed Mrs. Guildemeister that the Planning Commission could not dictate the type of homes being built and questions relating to taxes should be directed to the Sherburne County Auditor's Office. Mike Townsend, 14390-214 Avenue NW, Elk River, commented on the private drive being low, a possible culvert, and possible drainage problems. Mr. Rohlf explained an "urban" road eliminating the need for ditches and stressed that Mr. Townsend attend the City Council meeting where Mr. Maurer could address the drainage issue in more detail. Vicki Townsend, 14390-214 Avenue NW, Elk River, expressed her concerns regarding the area drainage due to Isanti sand and a high water table. Dave Mickelson (Certified Septic Inspector), River, stated the concern for contaminated agricultural areas versus residential acres. 21680 Meadowvale Road, Elk soil is much higher in Joyce Mickelson, 21680 Meadowvale Road, Elk River, explained to the Planning Commission her desire to work with the neighbors and the city. The applicants would consider moving the road thus eliminating the need for variances regarding lot size, however, moving the road would cause great hardship. . There being no further comments from the public, Chairman Minton closed the public hearing.