4C - Preliminary Plat of Trailside Estates

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conditions,such as wetlands or steep slopes,warrant a linear configuration. The �. reason for minimizing linear configurations is to retain the natural,rural character of the site,particularly as viewed from public roadways. 2. Administration and Maintenance Requirements. Prior to final approval of any Rural Conservation Subdivision,the City will require adequate provisions developed for preservation and maintenance in perpetuity of the conservation parcel and for the continued existence and functioning of the development as a community. Section 9.4 discusses minimum design layout standards for subdivisions. These provisions include the following: i. The land shall be properly zoned and suitable in its natural state for the intended purpose with minimal alteration required. Land subject to flooding, land below the ordinary high water mark, wetlands, areas with high water table, bluffs, lands with slopes exceeding 12% or land containing other significant constraint(s) upon future intended usage,shall not be considered in the minimum size of a lot. The suitability analysis for each lot shall also consider soil and rock formations with severe limitations for development, severe erosion potential, inadequate water supply or sewage treatment capabilities, near-shore aquatic conditions unsuitable for water- based recreation, important fish and wildlife habitat, presence of significant h health, subdivision or istoric sights, or any other feature of the natural land likely to be harmful to the safety, or welfare of future residents of the proposed subd of the community. 2. All non-conforming structures and uses shall be brought into conformity duri Commission. ng the subdivision process, except as specifically waived by motion of the Planning 3. Each lot shall be adjacent to public sewer or shall have a minimum contiguous lawn area that is free of limiting factors sufficient for the construction of two standard soil treatment sewage systems. 4. Provisions for water-based recreation where near shore aquatic conditions are unsuitable for direct access. 5. Lot areas and dimensions shall conform to the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance,without variance. 6. Lot layouts shall be compatible with the existing layout of adjoining properties and/or shall not constrain the future development of adjacent properties if those properties were to be developed as per the Pequot Lakes Land Use and Subdivision Ordinance. 7• Side lot lines shall be substantially at right angles to straight road lines or radial to curved road lines,radial to lake or stream shores,and shall not contain bends or jogs unless topographic conditions necessitate a different arrangement. Existing structures shall not be construed to be a topographic condition. 8. Each lot shall have a minimum of 33 feet of frontage on a designated right of way. Commonly owned property or Green Space used for access in a Planned Unit Development shall have a minimum of 33 feet of frontage on a public right of way. Staff Findings: The Staff provides the following findings for the Planning Commission's consideration: i. The Rural Conservation Parcel proposed extends over three outlots. Together they provide for 40.6%open space. The open space in the Transition Zone is 46.4%. 2. The common space is to be owned by an association of property owners within this subdivision. City of Pequot Lakes Staff Report April 20,2006 3-3