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I Not Approved , PLANNING COMMISSION PROCEEDINGS Regular Meeting—May 15,2012 7:00 p.m. Present: Chairperson Bruce Howard, Commissioners Steve Danger,Erin Nichols-Matkaiti, Mike Shardlow,Verne McPherson, Greg Meyers and Paul Banker Absent: None Also Present: Janice Gundlach-City Planner, Gina Bauman-Councilmember and Katie Bruno-Office Assistant. Agenda Review: There were no changes to the agenda. Minutes: Minutes from April 17 2012 were presented and approved;noting one change to the attendance. Council Action: Councilmember Bauman reported that council recently proclaimed the month of May as bike to work month and May 18th as bike to work day. Additionally the council approved a resolution amending the long term financing for capital. Councilmember Bauman reported that she did not vote for the resolution. The council will redirect the debt service funds from the Public Safety Center back to the general fund. Councilmember Bauman stated that combined with the recent debt redirection for the Community Center, she sees it equal to a 10.875%tax levy. The City participated in a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon welcome home event for a returning soldier. Commissioner Meyers asked Councilmember Bauman for an update regarding the New Brighton Exchange, and secondly a status on the effectiveness of Colliers. Councilmember Bauman reported that the council does not receive a lot of information regarding the progress. It was reported that APi will be starting a second building soon. The View has been accepting applications. Councilmember Bauman reported that the EDC is more involved with the project than the council. Councilmember Bauman stated that she has asked for an update, and that will be forthcoming in the next couple of weeks. Commissioner Meyers asked for the details regarding the option for The View having a second parcel. Councilmember Bauman reported that the developer has until January to act on the option. Public Hearing: (A) Rodney Griffen requests a special use permit to permit construction of a detached garage in excess of 624 SF at 818 7th AVE NW. City Planner Gundlach reported that a special use permit is being requested to allow construction of a 26' x 32' detached garage. An existing 12' x 20' detached garage would be removed and a 12' x 12' shed would be relocated, combined accessory structure SF would equal 976 SF, well within the 1,664 SF maximum for single family lots. No attached garage exists on the property. Planner Gundlach reviewed the requirements of the Special Use Permit,noting all criteria have been met. • Roof&exterior colors and materials must match/compliment home. • Landscaping can be required if screening is needed. • No commercial or home occupation activity is allowed. • The applicant's proposal will comply with these criteria. • Additionally,the SUP criteria of Zoning Code Section 8-130 must be examined. Planner Gundlach reported that 49 properties were notified of the public hearing, there were no inquires, and approval was recommended. Commissioner Danger asked if the additional concrete will meet requirements. 1