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indicated that the development would be in a caliber similar to Candlewood and Runaway Bay and that none of the units would be subsidized, however, there was a need for subsidized apartments in the City of South Bend. Councilman Zakrzewski questioned whether the contractor was a major contractor. Mr. Cook noted that a nationally known firm would be used. Councilman Slavinskas inquired into ingress and egress into the proposed development and also inquired whether the apartments would later be converted into condominiums. Mr. Cook indicated that he would show in detail the ingress and egress to the facilities with maps this evening and that because there was a market for rental units that there is no plan to convert into condominiums at a later date. Councilman Neizgodski questioned the dedication of land for the project and was advised that proper dedication would take place for curbing, access, approaches, and aprons. He also questioned whether the project would have an affect with regard to private wells. Mr. Cook indicated that currently there are three inch, eight inch, and twelve inch lines in place and he did not see any negative affect on private wells in the area. Councilman Zakrzewski questioned how drainage would be addressed and was advised that the City Engineer as well as the Area Plan must address this in the final site plan. On- site water would be handled pursuant to applicable rules and regulations and it was further noted that there is good soil in the development for percolation. Mr. Cook also noted that the proposed development would probably be similar to Northshore Woods with regard to the type of clientele and the type of overall project and quality of project. Mr. James Masters noted that he was the Attorney representing over 100 German Township residents who would be present at the 7:00 p.m. council meeting. He indicated that there would be seven representatives from the neighborhood who would speak on behalf of the residents. He noted that the very map of the Area Plan Commission showed that "C" Commercial would not be appropriate. He questioned what the long term effects to the City would be if the development was approved and also what the long term effects would be to the residents surrounding the proposed development. He contended that there could possible be a claim for "inverse condemnation" if the project was approved. He further noted that such bottlenecks as the Portage bridge and handling traffic on Portage Road must be addressed. He further indicated that the additional costs resulting from the 3