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July 17, 2020
Inland Development Partners
Ms. Sharmeen AI-Jaff
Senior Planner
City of Chanhassen
7700 Market Blvd,
Chanhassen, MN 55317
RE: CHANHASSEN GENERAL CONCEPT PLAN PUD
6330 HA
ZETINE BLVD.
Dear Sharmeen,
Inland Development Partners (IDP) is proposing 28 single-family detached homes (Villas) on the 5.5 -acre
property located at 6330 Hazeltine Blvd. The property is currently guided as a R-8 Mixed Medium Density
Residential District. As stated in the City Code: "The intent of the "R-8" District is to provide for single-
family detached or attached residential development at a maximum net density of eight dwelling units
per acre". Our proposal is approximately six dwelling units per acre.
Even though the R-8 District states "single-family detached", it only allows for two-family dwellings and
townhomes, therefore we have elected to request a Planned Unit Development (PUD).
We are proposing Villas because the property slopes downward approximately 60 feet from east to west.
The separation between Villas adapts to the existing grade more effectively than attached twinhomes or
townhomes.
To adapt to the steep slopes, we are proposing two types of Villas; one designed for uphill conditions
(tuck -under) Cl"d one designed for a downhill condition (walkout/lookout). There will be a variety of floor
plans, each designed specifically for empty -nesters, active adults and families.
We are applying for a General Concept Plan as the first step of the PUD process. Enclosed is a completed
application, accompanied with a check for $750.
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Understanding that with a PUD proposal the city is expecting a significantly higher quality and a more
sensitive proposal than with standard R-8 District:
1. Preservation of desirable site characteristics and open space and protection of sensitive
environmental features including steep slopes, mature trees, creeks, wetlands, lakes and scenic
views.
We believe our proposal is more sensitive and adaptive to the existing steep slopes.
2. More efficient and effective use of land, open space and public facilities through mixing of land
uses and
in
assembland development of land
Y larger parcels.
Not applicable as this proposal is a single land use.
3. High quality of design and design compatible with surrounding land uses including both existing
and planned. Site planning, landscaping and building architecture should reflect higher quality
design than is found elsewhere in the community.
Our proposal will demonstrate a high quality of architectural design and landscaping.
4. Sensitive development in transitional areas located between different land uses and along
significant corridors within the city.
Villas are a sensitive transition from the existing single-family neighborhood to Highway
41.
5. Development which is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
As stated in the 2040 Comprehensive Guide Plan Chapter 3 Housing: existing Housing
needs Action Plan: Ownership housing for seniors looking to downsize. The city will
support the creation of small lot villas/condos/townhouse PUDs in appropriately zoned
areas.
6. Parks and open space. The creation of public open space may be required by the city. Such park
and open space shall be consistent with the comprehensive park plan and overall trail plan.
This proposal has a planned central open space and would work with the City Park
Department to include a train connection to the Minnewashta Regional Park.
7. Provision of housing affordable to all income groups if appropriate within the PUD.
Not applicable.
8. Energy conservation through the use of more efficient building designs and sighting and the
clustering of buildings and land uses.
The construction of the Villas will follow the Housing First Minnesota Green Path Program
for energy efficiency.
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9. Use of traffic management and design techniques including the provision of transit and
pedestrian linkages to reduce the potential for traffic conflicts. Improvements to area roads and
intersections may be required as appropriate. Where appropriate, the use of transportation
demand management strategies may be required within a project.
The Site Plan will accommodate the proposed future roundabout intersection at Highway
41 and
ircle
provide for a future public street connection from Oriole C.
Project Team
1. Developer
Inland Development Partners
Steve Schwanke
sschwanke@inlanddp.com
612-968-2586
2. Architecture
Whitten Associates, Inc.
Tim Whitten
tim@whittenassociates.com
612-747-0771
3. Civil/Survey/Landscape Architecture
Alliant Engineering
Mark Rausch
mrausch@alliant-inc.com
612-767-9339
We look forward to working with you and others on your staff to create an outstanding residential
commur)ity in the City of Chanhassgn.
Partner
Enclosure
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