NARRATIVE FOR SERENITY HILL OF HALSTED BAY SERENITY HILL OF LAKE MINNETONKA, LLC

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1 NARRATIVE FOR SERENITY HILL OF HALSTED BAY SERENITY HILL OF LAKE MINNETONKA, LLC January 31, 2016

2 Written statements providing information regarding your proposal. Please provide a separate answer for each of the lettered items listed below (answers must be submitted in both hard copy and electronic form--.txt files or MS Word format): a. A listing of contact information including name(s), address(es) and phone number(s) of: the owner of record, authorized agents or representatives, engineer, surveyor, and any other relevant associates; OWNERS: BERG RESIDENTIAL DEV, LLC Contract Scott Berg Lawndale Lane N Dayton, Mn Pin (Minnetrista) (Tract 1) Pin (Minnetrista) (Tract 2) K. D. & L. A. Reinhart Contract Kim D. & Laurie A. Reinhart Halstead Ave Mound, Mn Pin (Minnetrista) (Tract3) Windsted Investment LLC Contract Mike Pint Hillsboro Ave. N New Hope, Mn Pin (Minnetrista) (Tract 4) Pin (Mound) (Tract 5)

3 DEVELOPER: Serenity Hill of Lake Minnetonka Contract Dan Anderson Phone Montgomerie Avenue Deephaven, Mn SURVEYOR: Duffy Engineering & Associates, Inc Contract Barry R. Dorniden L.S. Phone Highway 10 South St. Cloud, MN CIVIL ENGINEERING: Duffy Engineering & Associates, Inc. with Stark Engineering, LLC Contract Wayne Stark P.E. Phone nd Avenue North Sauk Rapids, MN SOIL BORINGS: Independent Testing Technologies, Inc Contract Pat Johnson P.E. Phone st Avenue South Waite Park, MN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT: Calyx Design Group, LLC Contract Ben Hartberg Phone Berkeley Avenue Suite A St. Paul, MN 55105

4 b. A listing of the following site data: Address, current zoning, parcel size in acres and square feet, property identification number(s) (PID), and current legal description(s); SITE INFORMATION Minnetrista Tract 1 Pin (Minnetrista) o ± 199,344 square feet - ± 4.58 Acres 6750 Halstead Avenue Tract 2 Pin (Minnetrista) o ± 24,067 square feet - ± 0.55 Acres Address Unassigned Tract 3 Pin (Minnetrista) o ± 26,136 square feet ± 0.60 Acres 6710 Halstead Ave Tract 4 Pin (Minnetrista) o ± 199,006 square feet ± 4.57 Acres 6701 County Road 110 W Current Zoning: R-2 Low-medium density single family residence Legal Descriptions found on preliminary plat Mound Tract 5 Pin (Mound) o ± 68,535 square feet ± 1.57 Acres 6639 Bartlett Blvd Current Zoning: R-1 single family residual district Legal Descriptions found on preliminary plat Proposed Zoning: Planned Unit Development (PUD)

5 AERIAL

6 c. A listing of general information including: the proposed name of the subdivision, the number of proposed lots, acreage dedicated for open space or public use, acreage dedicated within rights of way; Proposed Plat Name: SERENITY HILL ON HALSTED BAY Proposed 4 lot plat Area Summary Lot 1, Block 1, ± 180,198 sq. ft. - ± 4.14 Ac. Minnetrista Lot 1, Block 2, ± 163,767 sq. ft. - ± 3.76 Ac. Minnetrista Lot 2, Block 2, ± 44,916 sq. ft. - ± 1.03 Ac Minnetrista Lot 3, Block 2, ± 17, 967 sq. ft. ± 0.41 Ac. Mound Right of Way, ± 87,228 sq. ft. - ± 2.00 Ac. Total Area ± 494,076 sq. ft. - ±11.34 d. An explanation of how issues have been addressed since the Sketch Plat phase of the development; The following issue that came up at sketch plan and a narration of how they have been addressed 1. Turn lanes from 110 (3) 2. Ponding and or water shed retention 3. Hard cover and the perception of hard cover 4. Setbacks to the West moved to the East substantially 5. Access to the site from the South on Halstead bay removed 6. Fire and Police access 7. Triangle lot purchased 8. Drainage to lake on Lot 12 & 13, HALSTED PARK, located at 6685 and 6689Halstread Avenue 9. Community building at the lake, removed living space 10. Provided a walking path for south, neighbors can walk up and through development to other neighborhoods

7 e. A narrative explaining the intent of the project and/or your original or revised vision for the finished product; Narrative if the original intent of the project and any change to that intent The intent of the project is to provide a Quiet Community, this is defined as a 60 and older people group, this community is intended to provide a resort type living. The home owners will have access to Lake Minnetonka and a day dock at the lake. There will be on Pontoon boat provided to the development for fishing and sunset cruses. The atmosphere will be that of high amenities that will include, pickle ball, tennis, golfing, shuffle board and pool with tables and changing room. All amenities including the use of the community space at beach will be provided to the neighbors directly to the south that abut Serenity, this allows the entire neighborhood new and existing to again, have a resort type community. A key access card will be provided along with a waiver to each home owner. This will allow them to use all amenities based on the hours of operation provided by the management team at Serenity. As of preliminary submittal, the changes to the overall concept of Serenity and its operation with provided services and amenities, consist of what is listed above d The design of the buildings themselves, provided by Daniel Andersen of Serenity Hill of Lake Minnetonka LLC, also lends itself to blend into the hill, with hidden garage access. The overall exterior having an up north design will allow it also to blend into the tree lines and topography. The most important feature will be that the buildings are that of a POD design, this allows the site layout to have the perception of more green space. Working with the city officials has been a very good experience, and together we have moved, added and changes many items to insure this project will have and be a great benefit to the community.

9 f. A statement showing the proposed density of the project with the method of calculating said density shown; Proposed Density: Minnetrista 60 Units - Area within city ± 10.3 Ac. - Proposed Density = 5.8 Units/Ac. Mound 10 Units - Area within city ±1.57 Ac. Proposed Density = 6.4 Units/Ac. Gross Area of Project 70 Units Total Area of Project ±11.34 Ac. s Proposed Density = 6.2 Units/Ac. g. A narrative addressing concerns/issues raised by neighboring properties (staff always suggests discussing your proposal with the neighboring land owners to get a sense of what issues may arise as your application is processed); Address any past concerns of the neighborhood through the provided neighborhood meeting and or any communications from that meeting to present. At the meeting very little was said about hardcover. The fact that Serenity is a PUD design and will allow us to spread out the buildings, provides a far greater amount of green space and tree preservation than typical, with the lay out of the buildings with no typical pattern, along with walk paths, lends its self to more of a park setting. One of the main concerns was walking paths and the ability to get up to 110 and surrounding walking paths that currently exist; we provide a winding path through out Serenity, as well provided space along 110 for a municipal walking path East to West in the future. The community was concerned with having a living space about the community beach house. We have removed this possibility and will only be providing a 2 story (main floor with walk out) building simply for community meetings, and to enjoy a family barbeque with a swimming beach.

10 The design of the buildings themselves, provided by Daniel Andersen of Serenity Hill of Lake Minnetonka LLC, also lends itself to blend into the hill, with hidden garage access. The overall exterior having an up north design will allow it also to blend into the tree lines and topography. The most important feature will be that the buildings are that of a POD design, this allows the site layout to have the perception of more green space. h. Discuss proposed infrastructure extensions (i.e. proposed roadways, sewer systems, water systems, sidewalks/trails, parking, etc); The existing streets within the project: Serenity Place, Halstead Avenue and Cardinal Cove Drive will be upgraded to City standards with concrete curb and gutter as well as bituminous pavement section. The private interior drive aisles will be constructed to a similar standard. Parking requirements will be met utilizing surface parking areas as well as underground parking within the lowest level of each building. Concrete sidewalks will connect the surface parking areas to the building entrances. City sanitary sewer and water main will be extended to serve the proposed buildings and to meet the City s requirements. Storm sewer improvements will consist of a storm sewer system with two stormwater ponds to meet the requirements of the City and Watershed District. A 5-foot wide bituminous surfaced trail will meander through the property to connect the buildings with various amenities. These amenities include a gazebo, shuffleboard, pickle ball court, outdoor pool and pool house, putting green and a community center with lake access. i. A description of how conflicts with nearby land uses (livability, value, potential future development, etc.) and/or disturbances to wetlands or natural areas are being avoided or mitigated; Historically, the site appears to have been mined in the past, most likely for sand and gravel. The site has extensive amounts of fill,

11 especially on the lower portions of the site east of Halstead Avenue and the northeast area of the site west of Halstead Avenue. Also, an area of surface water was observed at the base of the slope west of the existing house at 6639 CR110. This likely some sort of leaking water line or buried utility. It does not seem likely that it is a natural spring. Currently the way the drainage works at this time is simple ground absorption, with the farm fields North and across County Road 110 the drainage is unmanaged. With Serenity, we have engineered two holding ponds to create a stop point for large scale water flow as well as maintenance water flow. This will also improve the drainage across Halsted Ave at the South side of Serenity for water flow to Lake Minnetonka. Aerial photographs from the Minnesota Historical Aerial Photographs website indicate that in 1945, the site appears to be open, level agricultural field. The aerial photograph of the area in 1960 shows the escarpment bisection the site, as well as slope washouts on that slope and on the south of the property adjacent to Halstead Avenue. A large amount of fill was encounter in many of the soil borings. The fill was likely due to previous mining activities as well as the previous develop of a mobile home park. The upper portion of the site to the east includes old pavement and abandoned utilities from an abandoned trailer court, which will be removed appropriately during construction. j. Provide justification that the proposal will not place an excessive burden on roads (traffic), sewage, water supply, parks, schools, fire, police, or other public facilities/services (including traffic flows) in the area. The proposed project consists of 60 units for the Minnetrista parcel and 10 units for the Mound parcel. This equates to 5.8 units per acre and 6.4 units per acre, respectively for each parcel. This proposed density is similar to other projects of this size and the proposed design is intended to not place excessive burden on the existing City infrastructure (utilities or roads).

12 The proposed improvements to County Road 110 will improve the existing traffic conditions at its intersections with Serenity Drive and Cardinal Cove Road. Since this is a senior living development with the previously described amenities, minimal burden is placed on City parks or schools. Since the City Fire and Police departments already serve this area, no excessive burden is expected and the proposed improvements should improve access and services to the surrounding properties. k. If applicable, provide a description of proposed lakeshore access (i.e. shared dock with multiple slips, individual docks for each lot, etc.); Provide lakeshore and dock usage Day dock only with one community pontoon bout for day cruises. l. A description of proposed parks and/or open space. Please include a brief statement on the proposed ownership and maintenance of said areas; With the proposed improvements, the disturbed area associated with this project is minimized, especially on the west side of the parcel. While no parks are proposed with this development, the community uses (shuffleboard, pickle ball court, gazebo, pool, etc) and proposed open spaces will be owned and maintained by the condo association. The open space shown on the site plan will have a park / resort feel to it. The protection of existing foliage and tree preservation is very important the brand recognition. The path will be hard scaped with occasional low path lighting and benches. The path will wind through Serenity with stops at the different amenities listed above. It is serenities objective to have the home owners with in Serenity and the homes adjacent to Serenity, have a resort experience is using this path and open spaces. The design of the buildings themselves, provided by Daniel Andersen of Serenity Hill of Lake Minnetonka LLC, also lends itself to blend into the hill, with hidden garage access. The

13 overall exterior having an up north design will allow it also to blend into the tree lines and topography. The most important feature will be that the buildings are that of a POD design, this allows the site layout to have the perception of more green space. m. A proposed development schedule indicating the approximate date when construction of the project, or stages of the same, can be expected to begin and be completed (including the proposed phasing of construction of public improvements and recreational and common space areas). Project schedule It is the hope that Serenity will begin infrastructure construction late spring, early summer of The actual building construction will consist of only 2 buildings at any one time, and construction to begin July / August It is very important that we do NOT stress out the existing neighborhood and build all at one time. Serenity will provide construction entrances off the main road and keep all construction traffic to a minimum. It is our hope that this project will be complete mid Draft: Rev:

14 PROPOSED BUILDING SETBACKS: BLOCK 1, LOT 1, County Road No. 110 Cardinal Cove Halstead Avenue South Property Line BLOCK 2, LOT 1 County Road No. 110 Halstead Avenue East Line - 30 Feet - 10 Feet - 10 Feet (East Side & South Side) - 10 Feet - 30 Feet - 10 Feet (West Side & South Side) - 10 Feet BLOCK 2, LOT 2 County Road No Feet West Line - 8 Feet East Line - 10 Feet Halstead Avenue - 4 Feet (South Side Bump out) BLOCK 2, LOT 3 West Line East Line Halstead Avenue Lake Side - 8 Feet - 10 Feet - 4 Feet (South Side Bump out) Feet From OHW

15 LOT AREAS: DESCRIPTION SQUARE ACRES BUILDABLE FOOTAGE AREA W/OUT SETBACK Block 1 Lot 1 +/- 180,198 S.F. +/ Ac. +/- 154,404 S.F. Block 2 Lot 1 +/- 163,767 S.F. +/ Ac. +/- 139,130 S.F. Block 2 Lot 2 +/- 44,916 S.F +/ Ac. +/- 33,434 S.F. Block 2 Lot 3 +/- 17,997 S.F +/ Ac. +/- 6,760 S.F. Public Road +/- 87,228 S.F +/ Ac. Total +/- 494,106 S.F +/ Ac. Exception +/- 23,000 S.F. +/ Ac. R.O.W. County Road No /- 42,184 S.F. +/ Ac. Cardinal Cove +/- 5,102 S.F. +/ Ac. Halstead Avenue +/- 39,942 S.F. +/ Ac. Total R.O.W. +/- 87,228 S.F. +/ Ac.

16 LOT COVERAGE SUMMARY A. IMPERVIOUS SURFACE AREAS BLOCK 1 LOT 1 +/- 180,198 S.F. Buildings +/- 36,580 S.F. Pavement +/- 12,907 S.F. Total +/- 49,487 S.F. Percentage Of Hard Cover 27.5 % BLOCK 2 LOT 1 +/- 163,767 S.F. Buildings +/- 55,317 S.F. Pavement +/- 5,331 S.F. Total +/- 60,648 S.F. Percentage Of Hard Cover 37.0% BLOCK 2 LOT 2 +/- 44,916 S.F Buildings +/- 15,480 S.F. Pavement +/- 0 S.F. Total +/- 15,480 S.F. Percentage Of Hard Cover 34.5 % BLOCK 2 LOT 3 +/- 17,997 S.F Buildings +/- 2,460 S.F. Pavement +/- 0 S.F. Total +/- 2,460 S. F. Percentage Of Hard Cover 13.7% RIGHT OF WAY +/- 87,228 S.F. Buildings +/- N/A S.F. Pavement +/- 39,625 S.F. Total +/- 39,625 S.F.. Percentage Of Hard Cover 45.4%

17 B. PERVIOUS SURFACE AREAS BLOCK 1 LOT 1 +/- 180,198 S.F. Pavers +/- 7,036 S.F. Sidewalk +/- 2,164 S.F. Trail +/- 3,012 S.F. Grass +/- 118,499 S.F. Total +/- 130,711 S.F. BLOCK 2 LOT 1 +/- 163,767 S.F. Pavers +/- 12,794 S.F. Sidewalk +/- 2,748 S.F. Trail +/- 6,446 S.F. Grass +/- 81,131 S.F. Total +/- 103,119 S.F. BLOCK 2 LOT 2 +/- 44,916 S.F Pavers +/- 2,249 S.F. Sidewalk +/- 1,313 S.F. Trail +/- 1,584 S.F. Grass +/- 24,290 S.F. Total +/- 29,436 S.F. BLOCK 2 LOT 3 +/- 17,997 S.F Pavers +/- 0 S.F. Sidewalk +/- 361 S.F. Trail +/- 0 S.F. Grass +/- 15,176 S.F. Total +/- 15,537 S.F. RIGHT OF WAY +/- 87,228 S.F. Pavers +/- N/A S.F. Sidewalk +/- N/A S.F. Trail +/- 1,536 S.F. Grass +/- 46,067 S.F. Total +/- 47,603 S.F.

SIDEWALK GUIDELINES April 14, 2008

SIDEWALK GUIDELINES April 14, 2008 I. Introduction The issue of sidewalks represents a delicate balance that must be considered carefully. On the one hand, in certain circumstances, sidewalks are needed