Title
(Quasi-Judicial) Final Plat approval of Forest Creek Cluster Subdivision, for 28 lots on 11.26 acres more or less, having a density of 2.4 dwelling units per acre. Located at 3309 and 3425 Northwest 17th Street. Zoned: RSF-1 (single family residential, 3.5 du/acre). Petition 139SUB-03DB (B)
Explanation
The City Commission approved the design plat for the Forest Creek Cluster Subdivision on May 24, 2004, with certain conditions, as amended, including a total of 11.26 acres, more or less. On March 14, 2005, the City Commission approved an extension of up to six months from the expiration date of May 24, 2005.
At the design plat hearing, the City Commission approved the petition with staff's and petitioner's conditions. The proposed final plat addresses the issues set forth in the design plat development order and its conditions. Major conditions in the development order at the time of design plat approval included: a conservation easement over all wetlands and creeks; restrictive covenants including prohibitions to protect the wetlands and other environmental features from dumping and other harmful acts; and removal of invasive plant species. The order also included language that the developer will investigate the implementation of green building programs and construction techniques on this development and will analyze other possibilities of this type and nature. The developer will present information to address that issue.
Fiscal Note
None
Recommendation
The City Commission approve the following resolution: A Resolution approving the final plat of "Forest Creek Cluster Subdivision," located in the vicinity of the 3300 and 3400 Blocks of Northwest 17th Street, authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute a four-party agreement to secure the construction of improvements, providing directions to the Clerk of the Commission, and providing an effective date upon adoption by the City Commission.