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. Minutes - Plan Commission Page 3 October 26, 1988 . houses to be built on these lots. The proposed entry gates could be located within the twenty-five foot setback from Hanley Road; however, the ownership and maintenance responsibility of this area should be clearly indicated on the plat. Mr. Hall replied that ownership of this area was covered by deed with a maintenance easement dedicated by the two corner lots over this property. Chairman McCauley asked the applicants to respond to questions by Commission members. Ms. Kreishman noted that the pavement width of the main entrance drive scaled at forty feet, but that this width was not evenly divided between incoming and outgoing traffic. Mr. Hall replied that this offset was necessary because of the need for extra width in the incoming lane for those turning left into the subdivision. Chairman McCauley noted that the Planning Director's report mentioned that the proposed street name "University Place" for the easternmost street in the subdivision was inappropriate because it did not align with a similarily named east-west street in the southern part of University City. Several names were suggested for the street, but Mr. Richards Bruno, one of the developers, indicated the Post Office would determine the appropriate street names in accordance with its grid system. Mr. Safe inquired at what point does the subdivision become independent of the developers. Mr. Mark Conner, one of the developers, said the developers would be involved in subdivision administration on a gradually decreasing basis until the last lot was sold. Mr. Safe also asked if, during the City Council review of the site, had the issue of sidewalks along Blackberry Avenue been resolved. Mr. Goldman replied that the City Council is requiring sidewalks along the entire site in the Blackberry Avenue right-of-way. Chairman McCauley noted that the proposed subdivision indentures were also a part of the preliminary plat requirements and should be reviewed by the Plan Commission. He informed the developers that the proposed indentures were thorough and should serve the subdivision purposes well. He did, however, make several suggestions regarding trustees' duties and other items he instructed the Zoning Administrator to record and deliver to the developers for their review. After further discussion, Mr. Marsh moved that the Plan Commission approve the Preliminary Subdivision Plat for 951 North Hanley Road submitted by Mark Conner Builder & Developer, Inc. and Richards Bruno, Inc. subject to the following conditions: 1. All lots for single family detached dwellings shall be no less than forty (40) feet in width at the narrowest part. 2. The median within the proposed Balson Avenue right-of-way shall be increased in width if approved by the St. Louis County Department of Highways and Traffic. 3. "University Place" is not appropriate as a street name; thus the name for the proposed westernmost street must be changed. Mr. Kendall seconded the motion which passed by a vote of 6-0. The Commission continued discussion for several minutes on the progress of the demolition permit for the Junior High School Building and schedule for start of construction. Mr. Safe also asked about the status of including a portion of the cemetery property to the north in the project. Mr. Conners replied that contract negotiations were still continuing for their purchase of this property.