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I I I Council Meeting Minutes May 8, 1990 Page 4 Council Business, continued The ponding area will function as part of the storm drainage system and relies on surface water for irrigation. The ponds will either be lined with an artificial membrane or clay. An aerator would be constructed to enable the ponds to recycle and circulate water. Mr. Johnson said a major site constraint is the 20 inch watermain that tranverses the site. Under the proposed plan, the watermain will be relocated and these costs will be included in the project. Phyliss Hanson, landscape architect, said the townhouse area will include a mixture of boulevard trees and ornamentals native to Minnesota. The neighborhood park will serve a 1/4 mile radius and will include tennis courts, open play structure, picnic areas, 150 foot pick-up ballfield, and a trail system. The trail system includes an easement to the single family homes. Mr. Lux noted Council IS concern of the unit density, but feels the layout, size and landscaping of the structures creates an appealing and workable situation. Brandt Rebelein feels a plan which includes more indoor garage units would eliminate possible parking problems. Mr. Lux noted that all previous projects included one enclosed garage per unit and residents have found this adequate. The New Brighton project includes one attached garage per unit as well as tandem spaces and detached parking spaces and also .2 per unit of detached enclosed park ing garages 1 andscaped and des i gned attracti ve 1 y. Res i dents will not be allowed to store recreational vehicles, boats, or non- operating cars in the facility. Mattila said the number of enclosed stalls exceeds the amount required by code. However, the number of off-street parking stalls totals 585, and is 103 stalls short of the required 688 stalls. The applicant wishes to enter into a proof of parking agreement with the City for the 103 stalls. The Planning Commission's concerns are: the density exceeds the 6 to 7 unit per acre of existing townhouse developmrnts, traffic levels, the lack of 2 garages per unit and detached garages, more open space areas, and off-street parking on ring roads. Benke felt the tour was very valuable and feels the concept would be a pleasant addition to the community, but noted his concerns of the unit density, parking, and rezoning. He noted that Bramante1s has become occupied quickly, indicating or suggesting the need for this type of housing in New Brighton. Council Business Concept Plan and Rezoning Property North of 1-694 & 27th Ave. NW Report 90-106