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�4pp�'�ved • Make condition number 3 broader in terms of requiring the existing garage to be improved. • Alighting plan be submitted and approved by City Staff. Approved 6-0 (B) Allen Lenz requests consideration of a Special Use Permit to permit operation of a motorized scooter sales and repair business, including outdoor display of 5-7 scooters at any given time, at 833 3rd ST SW, Suite #6. Because the applicant was not at the meeting, City Planner Gundlach recommended giving the presentation to the commission with the option of tabling the request if there are questions of the applicant. The applicant is requesting a Special Use Permit to permit operation of a motorized scooter sale, lease, and repair business at 833 3`d ST SW, Suite #6. Any type of vehicle sales requires review and approval of a Special Use Permit within the industrial district. The tenant space is approximately 2,400 SF. The applicants proposed business includes leasing and the sale of new and used gas operated, electric, and hybrid moped scooters ranging from 50cc to 300cc in size. Seasonally, up to 7 scooters would be displayed outdoors during business hours. Lastly, the applicant will provide scooter repair services on site and during non -business hours nothing will be stored outdoors. Staff has met with the applicant regarding this use and has indicated no similar use exists within the City. This is important as it is not fully understood what issues may be of concern related to this business. Staff has also inquired about the applicant's intent to obtain a dealers license to sell new and used scooters. The applicant has been informed by the state they would issue the exact same license for scooters as would be issued for vehicles. Knowing this, any approval of a Special Use Permit should be strictly conditioned limiting the business to moped scooters ranging from 50cc to 300cc. Staff has communicated this intend to the applicant who is in agreement to a tightly conditioned Special Use Permit. Lastly, the applicant has been informed of Building Code requirements that will be imposed related to the repair function of the business. Commissioner Nichols-Matkaiti questioned the issue of test driving; City Planner Gundlach reported Public Safety has reviewed the request and had no concerns. Mayor Jacobsen questioned if a motorcycle endorsement is required for the vehicles, City Planner Gundlach replied anything over 50 cc requires an endorsement. Commissioner McPherson questioned the possibility of a trade in exceeding 300 cc, Ms. Gundlach confirmed they would not be licensed to sell any vehicle over 300 cc. Commissioner Schiferl questioned if hours of operation should be included in approval. Ms. Gundlach stated hours of operation are typically imposed when the business is near a residential district. Commissioner McPherson questioned if there were any restrictions on noise. Ms. Gundlach replied repairs will be done indoors, any complaints would be addressed through the nuisance code. Motion by Commissioner Schiferl, seconded by Commissioner Zisla to close the Public Hearing. Approved 6-0, the Public Hearing was closed. Motion by Commissioner Schiferl, seconded by Commissioner Zisla to approve staff recommendation. Approved 6-0