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concerned, Mr. Robinson noted that whenever these are put in one of his subdivisions, they are the first lots to sell. He then went on to object to the requirement to post construction security at 125% of cost in lieu of construction of either bikeways or sidewalks. Public Works Director Davis pointed out that the Ordinance states that sidewalks are to be constructed in accordance with the Indian River County standard specifications. These standards are being compiled right now, and they will include typical sections which will control the elevation, i.e., 4" above the crown of the road. Mr. Robinson continued to argue about the different elevations resulting from the required fill for septic tanks, and Chairman Bird noted that in some cases, it is possible you will have a steep slope . Mr. Robinson felt this would need retention walls. As to the 125% requirement, he believed that is the highest requirement in the state and that it is definitely excessive, especially when someone is building for moderate income people. He stressed that this cost will just be passed on to the purchaser. Attorney Brandenburg did not feel this is too much of a safety factor for the County's security, but noted that the Board could decrease it if they desired. He pointed out that the difference in cost between a 100% bond and a 125% bond is not that considerable. Mr. Robinson continued to emphasize that when you are building low cost housing, every dollar counts, and he believed this would end up forcing them to build on dirt roads and then coming back to the County for pavement. After some further debate, the Board settled on a security figure of 115% rather than 125%. Lengthy discussion ensued regarding requiring sidewalks, with Commissioner Scurlock contending that many subdivisions are attractive without sidewalks, and he felt this should be more of 47 JUL 2 0 198, ��au 54ea .7�