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Planning Commission Minutes June 12, 2001 Page 5 Mr. Graser asked what kind of information the Commission wanted. Chair Pederson stated that the ponding issue needs to be clarified, and lot sizes need to be corrected. Mr. Graser stated that correcting the lot sizes of the two lots is a very minor issue and that the County has agreed to the expansion of the pond. Chair Pederson stated that he felt if Outlot C is to become townhomes, the area will become very dense. Mr. Graser stated that Outlot C is not up for discussion at this time because of the townhome moratorium. Commissioner Franz fek that speed was driving approval of this plat rather than thoroughness and accuracy. He felt that Rle zoning suggests taking into account environmental factors and that he has some concerns in that area. Mr. Graser stated that the property is a cornfield and there are no environmental issues and is as flat as a table. There are only 8 trees on the entire site and they will be preserved. Commissioner Franz stated he did not understand why it was zoned Rle. Mr. Graser stated that he did not understand the zoning either, since every bit of the property is a cornfield with the except of one small hill. Ms. McPherson stated that the rezoning may have been a result of a "blanket" rezoning when the Urban Service District was established and expanded to the east. Staff, at that time, was aware there was hills and trees in the general area, even though this area is not. Later, the intent of the Rle was changed through an ordinance amendment. She questioned whether the 20,000 square foot lot requirement would have been appropriate at any time. 5. Business Park Design Standards Add text. Adjournment There being no further business, COMMISSIONER BAKER MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. COMMISSIONER MESICH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0. The meeting of the Elk River Planning Commission adjourned at 10:08 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Debbie Huebner Recording Secretary