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September 25, 2018 Page 4 of 6 insulated. Councilmember Jacobsen thanked the residents who came forward to voice their concerns. He apologized for the poor work that was completed by the contractor on behalf of the City and noted he would be visiting Redwood Lane. He reported the City would be addressing the concerns raised by the residents in order to make things right. Councilmember Allen thanked the residents who shared their experiences and stated he was disappointed in the contractor who was working on behalf ofthe City. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays -Motion Carried Council Business 1. Consider Resolution to approve a Special Use Permit for 875 3rd Avenue NW permitting construction of an accessory building in excess of 624 SF. Motion by Councilmember Jacobsen, seconded by Councilmember Burg to approve the Special Use Permit for 875 3'd Avenue NW permitting construction of an accessory building in excess of 624 SF with conditions as recommended by staff. Interim City Manager Paetznick indicated Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola would be presenting this item to the Council. Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola explained Joel and Karen Werronen are seeking the City's approval to remove an existing legal nonconforming two -car garage from the property and replace it with a new conforming three -car garage. The new garage will be 780 square feet in size. All detached accessory structures in residential districts in excess of 624 square feet must be approved via special use permit. He reported the Planning Commission reviewed this case and recommended approval with conditions. Councilmember Allen asked what the height of the new structure would be. Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola stated he did not have the building plans, but noted the building would have to meet City building requirements. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays -Motion Carried 2. Consider Resolution to approve a Special Use Permit at 550 County Road D West, Suite 1, to allow Silver Lake Auto to operate an online auto sales business from existing office space. Motion by Councilmember Dunsworth, seconded by Councilmember Jacobsen to approve the Special Use Permit at 550 County Road D West, Suite 1, to allow Silver Lake Auto to operate an online auto sales business from existing office space with conditions as recommended by staff. Interim City Manager Paetznick indicated Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola would be presenting this item to the Council. Assistant Director ofCommunity Assets and Development Gozola explained Mr. Bilal Haidari is seeking approval of a special use permit to allow operation of an automobile sales business from an existing office space at 550 County Road D West, Suite 1. The business is entirely an on-line operation with most car transactions occurring overseas. According to the applicant, no inventory will ever be stored on site; however, to qualify for a commercial dealer's license in Minnesota, a minimum of five (5) spaces must be reserved for potential on-site storage. He reported the Planning Commission reviewed this case and recommended approval with conditions. Councilmember Burg stated she attended the Planning Commission meeting and understood that Mr. Haidari was in New York this evening. She requested comment from Mr. Haidari's employee regarding the business and its operation. Katie Eder, 3261 Greenbrier in Vadnais Council Business 1. Consider Resolution to approve a Special Use Permit for 875 3,d Avenue NW permitting construction of an accessory building in excess of 624 SF. 2. Consider Resolution to approve a Special Use Permit at 550 County Road D West, Suite 1, to allow Silver Lake Auto to operate an online auto sales business from existing office space.