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Elk River Planning Commission October 27, 1992 Page 4 . Commissioner Johnson informed the Planning Commission that she would abstain from voting and discussion on this item as Mr. Gow is a family friend. Chairman Nadeau opened the public hearing. Paul Juenemann, 20633 Meadowvale Road, advised the Planning Commission that he owns property on two sides of Mr. Gow and is not interested in developing his property at this time. The drive leading into Mr. Gow's property (205th Avenue) is a private drive. stephen Rohlf responded that 205th Avenue actually has an easement dedicated to the City for roadway purposes. Marilyn VanPatten, 20455 Meadowvale Road, commented that she had no objections to the variance request. Cathy Juenemann, 20633 Meadowvale Road, questioned how an easement which is on their property could be used to develop Mr. Gow's property without their permission. While the surrounding property did not have immediate plans for developing, how long would this temporary cul-de-sac would be in existence? Mr. Rohlf replied that this issue regarding the easement for 205th Avenue will need to be resolved at the time of the plat approval. . Jeff Mastley, 19857 Zebulon street NW, inquired about the effect the proposed development would have on the St. Louis Park Sportsman Club property. Mr. Rohlf answered that during the platting of Mr. Gow's property the City would obtain easements to make logical future extensions of road to the Sportsman Club. Mr. Gow emphasized the inevitability of surrounding property developing and that he is incurring the expense being the first owner to develop. There being no further comments, Chairman Nadeau closed the public hearing. Commissioner Minton called attention to the location of the existing house as well as the trees on the property. Mr. Gow stated that the house would have to be relocated as it is in the path of the proposed road. Furthermore, he would like to live on one of the lots after the property is developed and is planning to leave as many trees as possible. Cathy Juenemann, 20633 Meadowvale problems with trespassers on their only increase with more neighbors. Road, warned that they have had property thus, these problems would . Commissioner Eberley referred to the safety factor in allowing an 1,100 foot dead-end road. She also suggested that the Planning Commission make its recommendation contingent on a plat approval. Mr. Rohlf replied that there are concerns that need to be addressed before a plat can be approved and that this variance should be contingent on the plat.