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NFP board approves Westgate Sports Complex Phase 2 with conditions after bat-habitat debate
Summary
The Natural Features Protection Board approved the Phase 2 site plan for the Westgate Sports Complex at 1617 North Drake Road with conditions (no work until full site plan approval, submission of required permits, and tree protection fencing) after members debated replacement plantings for nine removed trees noted as potential bat habitat.
The Natural Features Protection (NFP) Board on May 7 approved the Phase 2 site plan for the Westgate Sports Complex at 1617 North Drake Road, imposing three conditions: no work may begin until full site plan review approval; copies of any required state or federal permits must be submitted to the city; and tree-protection fencing must be in place before work starts.
Staff member Nolan explained that Phase 1, previously approved, addressed woodland clearing and that Phase 2 covers the remaining site work — the building, parking lot, stormwater retention, regrading and landscaping. Nolan said staff reviewed the applicant’s rare-species documentation, including an ASTI assessment and an MSU Extension letter, and recommended approval with conditions.…
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