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neighbors. She stated if the City were to approve this request, she wanted to know what the neighbors can count on to make sure they are comfortable in the neighborhood and what the limitations would be on this property. She expressed concern that if the oversized garage were allowed, it would invite another business onto the property if Mr. Blomquist were to sell the home. Motion by Commissioner McQuillan, seconded by Commissioner Frischman to close the Public Hearing. Approved 7-0. Chair Nichols-Matkaiti requested further information regarding the garage height. Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola discussed the City's matching and complimentary requirements for accessory structures. He explained this process was triggered because the applicant requested a garage that was larger than 624 square feet. He noted the applicant could construct a detached garage that was 624 square feet or less. However, he indicated the applicant would like to construct a garage that was 1,064 square feet which required the structure to be complimentary to the existing house. Chair Nichols-Matkaiti commented all oversized garages in the City come with a requirement that the property not have a home occupation. She questioned how this concern would be addressed. Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola stated this would have to be addressed with a condition. Staff read Condition 8 which read as follows: The garage shall be in compliance with the City Code and Zoning Code. He noted this was a blanket requirement. He explained the applicant has come forward and stated a business has been running out of this property but that it would be moving. He indicated staff would continue to follow up with this property owner on this matter to ensure the business is moved if the City's home occupation requirements are not being met. He noted Conditions 10 and 11 address the home occupation concerns and the actions the City will take if there is a violation. He commented if the Commission were to support this request moving forward the proposed conditions will help protect the City and the neighbors from future transgressions. Chair Nichols-Matkaiti reported there has been concerns on this property regarding the storage of business property. She inquired how the City would verify this. Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola commented on how the City addressed code enforcement matters. He stated if the applicant does what he says he is going to do, the City would see motorcycles and personal vehicles on the property and not giant vans that were designed for business. Commissioner McQuillan asked if the applicant was provided with staff's recommended conditions. Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Gozola reported the applicant was provided a copy of the staff report with the recommended conditions last week. 5