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Page 37 16. Visual: a) Describe any scenic views or vistas on or near the project site. Describe any project related visual effects such as vapor plumes or glare from intense lights. Discuss the potential visual effects from the project. Identify any measures to avoid, minimize, or mitigate visual effects. The portion of the Mississippi River from the County-State Highway 7 bridge in St. Cloud to the northwest boundaries of the Cities of Anoka and Champlin are designated a component of the Minnesota Wild, Scenic, and Recreational River Systems (Minnesota Rules parts 6105.0910 and 6105.0950). The project area sits adjacent to and above the Mississippi River. This relative highpoint will be maintained, and the potential viewshed will be minimally altered. The proposer is committed to conserving mature trees to the extent possible, specifically along the western hillslope. The western portion of the site is within shoreland and, therefore, subject to stricter vegetation alteration requirements, setbacks, and large lot sizes. Moreover, the development is clustered along U.S. Highway 10, leaving the western portion as open space, which will mitigate impacts on the viewshed from the Mississippi River. Floating docks will be visible on the shore of the scenic river corridor. The development consists of residential/commercial development with interior roads, stormwater features, trails, a greenway corridor, and open space. Substantial visual effects are not anticipated, mainly the transition from open agricultural land to developed land. The development will adhere to the City’s landscaping and screening requirements, enhancing the visual character and promoting compatibility between land uses. The parking area associated with the commercial parcel will be screened in accordance with Chapter 30 Section 30-896 of the City code. Likewise, a berm is planned along the easternmost residential lots. This vegetated berm will create a separation from U.S. Highway 10. Tree plantings will distribute trees throughout the entire development to mitigate removal. The project is not anticipated to produce any intense lights (glare) or include industries that would emit vapor plumes. The nighttime lighting, which consists of streetlamps and yard lights, is expected to be typical of a residential development.