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Item #9.B.2. of E�lk seer River MEMORANDUM 13065 Orono Parkway Elk River,MN 55330 TO: Park and Recreation Commission FROM: Michele McPherson, Director of Planning DATE: February 14, 2001 SUBJECT: Park Dedication —West Oaks Preliminary Plat Request P 01-03 Request The Commission is requested to determine park dedication requirements for the preliminary plat of West Oaks. Attachments • Location map • Map of draft Master Park Plan • Proposed Park Layout • Preliminary plat Analysis The preliminary plat of West Oaks is located on approximately 38.18 acres of land located west of Waco Street and north of Pinewood Golf Course. Since the Commission's early review of the concept plan, the preliminary plat has changed by reducing the total number of units from 198 to approximately 178. The proposal includes an increase in the number of single-family detached units and a reduction in the multiple family attached units. The overall density of this proposal is 5.8 units per acre net (not including areas of wetlands). In its early concept review, the Park and Recreation Commission indicated that cash dedication was preferable. However, after further consideration staff proposes that the Commission consider a split dedication or recommend that the developer provide a recreational opportunity for residents within the proposed subdivision. This would allow for the construction of a small playground area, an open playfield for "pick-up" games, and creation of a gathering space within the center of the development. Staff believes that this can be accomplished with a 2/3-acre (approximately) park area located in the center of the development (see proposed park layout). Staff recommends this due to the fact that the nearest Phone: 763.441.7420 Fax:763.441.7425 www.ci.elk-rrvermn.us