07-24-2023 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes

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17. The subject property does not contain wetland area per letter dated June 5, 2023 from Ben Meister, MN Certified Wetland Delineator#1031. 18.The proposed development is consistent with the following goals contained in the comprehensive plan: a. Off-lake residential development should occur in areas that do not excessively add to the service burden of the City. b. Ensure that new development adds to the character of the community and enhances the sense-of-place. Planning Commission Direction: The Planning Commission can recommend the City Council approve, deny, or table the Preliminary Plat application. Staff Recommendation: The proposed development is under review by Crow Wing County Highway Department and the City Engineer. Additional conditions of approval may be required upon completion of their review. Staff is not able to provide a recommendation without input from Crow Wing County and the City Engineer. If the planning commission is inclined to make a recommendation to council, we recommend the following conditions for your consideration: 1. Prior to submittal of the final plat application the applicant shall construct all proposed public improvements in accordance with plans approved by city engineer OR enter into a development agreement (including financial security)with the city for construction of the public improvements. 2. Lot 1, Block 1 and Lot 1 Block 2 shall be accessed via Firewatch Way, as proposed. There shall not be driveway entrances constructed on County Road 11 to access either of the lots. 3. Natural or manmade stormwater storage areas shall be utilized where needed and shall be designated by drainage and utility easement, if necessary. All storage areas shall be vegetated and designed to lower naturally after a storm. 4. Onsite subsurface sewage treatment systems shall conform with Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Standards and the City of Pequot Lakes SSTS standards. 5. Onsite wells shall conform to the Minnesota Department of Health Rules and Regulations. 6. Prior to submittal of the final plat application,the developer shall pay a park dedication fee in the amount of$7,521.28 in accordance with Section 17- 9.10 "Dedication to the Public—Standards." a. 8 proposed lots x 2.26 people per household (according to State Demographer)x $416 per expected resident = $7,521.28 7. The City Engineer shall review and approve all plans for public improvements prior to final plat approval. 8. Crow Wing County Highway Department shall review and approve proposed access to County Road 11. MINUTES 4 Pequot Lakes Planning Commission July 24, 2023