Laserfiche WebLink
/ -- <br /> ( <br /> Item #9.B.2. <br /> IIPit of .� 4' <br /> gr.-- <br /> , <br /> �' MEMORANDUM <br /> EllyRiver <br /> TO: Park and Recreatio Commission <br /> FROM: Michele McPherso , irector of Planning <br /> DATE: February 14, 2001 <br /> SUBJECT: Park Dedication — West Oaks Preliminary Plat Request P 01-03 <br /> Request <br /> The Commission is requested to determine park dedication requirements for the <br /> preliminary plat of West Oaks. <br /> Attachments <br /> • Location map <br /> • • i. <br /> Map of draft Master Park Plan <br /> • Proposed Park Layout <br /> • Preliminary plat <br /> Analysis <br /> The preliminary plat of West Oaks is located on approximately 38.18 acres of <br /> land located west of Waco Street and north of Pinewood Golf Course. Since the <br /> Commission's early review of the concept plan, the preliminary plat has changed I <br /> by reducing the total number of units from 198 to approximately 178. The <br /> proposal includes an increase in the number of single-family detached units and <br /> a reduction in the multiple family attached units. The overall density of this <br /> proposal is 5.8 units per acre net (not including areas of wetlands). <br /> In its early concept review, the Park and Recreation Commission indicated that <br /> cash dedication was preferable. However, after further consideration staff <br /> proposes that the Commission consider a split dedication or recommend that the <br /> ` <br /> developer provide a recreational opportunity for residents within the proposed <br /> subdivision. This would allow for the construction of a small playground area, an <br /> open playfield for "pick-up" games, and creation of a gathering space within the <br /> center of the development. Staff believes that this can be accomplished with a <br /> • 2/3-acre (approximately) park area located in the center of the development (see / <br /> proposed park layout). Staff recommends this due to the fact that the nearest <br /> 13065 Orono Parkway • P.O. Box 490 • Elk River, MN 55330 • TDD & Phone (763) 441-7420 • Fax (763) 441-7425 // <br />