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Approved Air Emissions At staff's request, the applicant provided an independent stack analysis performed on the same model machine the applicant wishes to install. The stack analysis lists a particulate level emitted, with particulates being the biggest concern. These levels are low enough to not pose any negative health risks, which is why the MPCA does not permit these facilities. Mr. Gantzer has explained to City staff that the level of particulates is important, but of greater importance is the temperature of the air coming out of the stack and the velocity of which it is propelled up into the atmosphere. Additional information was sought from the applicant to confirm the emissions were hot enough and buoyant enough to dissolve with enough air to not cause negative impacts. All the air emissions information suggests this business will not pose any negative health or environmental impacts. Odor All information provided by the applicant states there is no odor associated with the retort. City ordinance Section 6-390(8) states that odor cannot be readily detectable beyond the lot line. Staff has also proposed a condition that removes the word "readily" to state no odor is detectable at or beyond the property line. In an event an odor issue arises the applicant will have to undergo odor testing to solve the problem. If the problem cannot be solved the City has two options: • Revoke the Special Use Permit for noncompliance with conditions, and • Cite the owner for violation of Zoning Code Section 6-390(8), this would be a misdemeanor offense reviewed in criminal court. All information suggest odor will be not a problem, however there are workable options in place to handle an issue in the unlikely scenario one arises. Visual Impacts Concerns were raised regarding the visual impacts of this business from residences to the north. The applicant has proposed planting 6' evergreen trees along the northerly property boundary to provide additional screening, in addition to the other trees off the property within railroad right-of-way. City Planner Gundlach stated that with all the new information that has been provided since the last Planning Report, staff re-evaluated the special use standards of Section 8-130. Staff finds the proposal meets these standards. Staff recommends the City Council approve the request, subject to the conditions outlined in the Resolution. Those conditions include (abbreviated): • Additional screening along the northerly lot line & implementation of rain gardens per RCWD rules. • Pet cremation only& ancillary retail sales related to the cremation. • Applicant obtains all necessary permits. • City Building Official& Fire Marshal inspection prior to business. • One retort allowed—200 lbs max weight. • Ashes disposed of lawfully, no odor detectable at or beyond lot line. • Stack cannot exceed 1' above the peak of the roof, constructed on southern facing side of pitch, compliance with MPCA stack rules. • Pets brought into facility through door on south side of building. • Hours of operation restrictions. • No expansion allowed without review of an amendment to the SUP. 2