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`-- As for noise, Mr. Marohn explained that the Ordinance cites MPCA standards of 60 decibels during the day and 50 decibels at night, measured at the property line. The owner would need to meet that. Mr. Woog asked if this were an accessory use since the applicants don't live on site. Mr. Marohn explained that the Ordinance was not written so that the use be an accessory use. A Home Occupation is an accessory use but a boarding facility is not. Mr. Pederson asked if the requirements of Section 17 -11.6 (4 -B) have been met. Mr. Marohn stated they were listed in the Findings of Fact. Mr. Pederson stated the use must be compatible with surrounding people and there are provisions for comfort and convenience of neighbors. With the increase of barking will property values be impaired? When asked, Mr. Marohn stated that limiting the number of dogs outside as a condition the noise threshold would be met. Ken Larson stated that there had been a proposed RV camping site where the horse farm is now. The residents didn't want that and it didn't get approved. He wondered what recourse the residents would have if this gets approved. He was informed City Staff would only need to be notified. He further stated if this request is approved he would like conditions to consider changing the kennel hours and be more restrictive with outside usage. He would also like a solid, higher fence and limit the number of dogs outside. Mr. Larson also asked if these properties could be rezoned where this type of request would not be allowed. Mr. Marohn explained the parcels could be rezoned to Forest Management or Ag, their lots would be nonconforming and the use would be allowed. Mr. Larson stated the Industrial Park would be more suited for this type of business. Diminishing property values from kennel of barking dogs was discussed. Rich Engstrom couldn't be here tonight but a member of the audience stated he is against it for all of the reasons Given. Rob Voss stated he would like a solid fence between his property and the kennel. If his dogs see the kennel dogs that will spark barking. Marty Nelson lives east of proposed kennel approximately 3/8 mile and is concerned with dogs at the kennel going into heat and attracting other dogs to the area. Mrs. Garland stated they have specific paperwork for the dog owners to fill out. If dogs are intact, whether male or female, they will be walked on leash or separated for aggression issues. For the day care there will be no dogs taken that are intact or in heat. Every pet owner would be aware of this; it is part of the contract. � MINUTES Pequot Lakes Planning Commission June 17, 2010