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i- Approved 7-0 Motion carried The Public Hearing was closed at 8:29 p.m. Commissioner Shardlow suggested that with the rebate ending soon, there may not be additional requests. Chairperson Howard asked if the Zoning Code addresses solar structures. City Planner Gundlach reported that solar panels mounted on the roof, or side of a structure do not require Planning Commission consideration, the only requirement is a Building Permit. Solar is not specifically mentioned but is considered an accessory use. Motion by Commissioner McPherson, seconded by Commissioner Alvey to approve staff recommendation with four conditions. 7-0 Motion carried (C) City of New Brighton requests a Zoning Code Amendment impacting Zoning Code Section 8-010 (2) concerning landscaping standards. City Planner Gundlach reported that this is a city-initiated request to amend the Zoning Code to provide more descriptive landscaping standards. The amendment impacts Zoning Code Section 8-010 (2), which currently requires a landscaping plan but lack specificity with regard to the elements of the plan. The ordinance would impact primarily commercial and industrial property and provide clear expectations with regard to descriptive landscaping requirements. The proposed amendment impacts Zoning Code Section 8-010 (2), which is the Site Plan section of the ordinance. The amendment aims to address the following points. •Lists goals and a purpose for the ordinance • Outlines specifically the types of projects that will have to comply with the landscaping requirements •Provides separate sets of standards for new developments & redevelopments of a certain size •Establishes a completion timeline and maintenance requirements •Allows flexibility so as to promote special design features Planner Gundlach reported that this ordinance has been reviewed by the Planning Commission during several work sessions. The ordinance has also been reviewed by the City Attorney and the Economic Development Commission. Staff recommends the commission recommends the City Council adopt the ordinance amending Zoning Code Section 8-010 (2) to provide more descriptive landscaping standards. Chairperson Howard opened the Pubic Hearing at 8:38 p.m. Motion by Commissioner Shardlow, seconded by Commissioner Danger to close the Public Hearing. 7-0 Motion carried 7