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costs about $180,000 to 190,000 to build a home. If the developer could be assured that the house would cost $150,000, they could start the project now rather than waiting for a few years. Mr. Person acknowledged the fact that the City has contributed about $164,000 in WAC and SAC connection fees. The developer questioned the Council whether they would consider a housing development TIF project. Council Member Sjoblad questioned whether the lots would remain the same size. Eric Johnson stated that the plan is to double the lot sizes from the current size. Tom Johnson, father of the developer, stated that there is a need for affordable housing. He noted that if TIF is granted, the district must be built out in five years which would be a benefit to the City. Council Member Sjoblad noted that he would rather see a mix of housing in the development rather than all homes at one price. He would like to see some higher priced homes mixed in with the affordable housing. Mayor Adams suggested giving up the $164,000 in place of TIF. The Council was assured by the attorney that it would not be making a commitment to TIF by allowing them to proceed with the application process. He further noted that the applicant would be responsible for costs associated with the TIF application. COUNCIL MEMBER SJOBLAD MOVED TO AUTHORIZE STAFF TO WORK WITH THE DEVELOPER TO BEGIN THE TIF APPLICATION PROCESS. COUNCIL MEMBER GARDNER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0. D. Potential Violations/Enforcement Actions: The City Staff is currently working on the following potential violations/enforcement actions. We will report on each of these each month until they are resolved to the satisfaction of the Planning Commission. ➢ Virgil Dahl —This matter has been turned over to the City Attorney. Immediate corrective action required. (io/o6 to present) ➢ Peterson, Gary— Extensive grading. Staff advised Mr. Peterson to file the Notice of Termination with the MPCA. (7/o8) ➢ David and Renee Anderson — Lot Line Encroachment. Staff documented correct property line survey stake. This matter has been resolved. (6/1o) ➢ John and Barbara Derksen — Exterior storage. Staff has requested Chief Klang to make a personal visit. (5/13) ➢ Cathi McBryde — Exterior storage. Some of the items have been removed. Staff will monitor her progress. (5/13) May 15, 2014 Staff Report Page 3