06.01 Planning Commission Report

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6. The existing beach area may be expanded to the length of the shoreline between the proposed boat ramp location and the west corner of the existing boat house. �. The centralized beach area may not exceed existing width (landward). 8. The proper permits shall be obtained from DNR before the boat ramp may be relocated. 9. Stormwater shall be diverted away from the lake. Surface runoff at turnaround area and landward shall be diverted to stormwater features and not allowed to run directly down into the lake. All members voted"aye". Motion carried. APPLICANI': Wilderness Point Resort, LLC Applicant requests a Variance to include a Restroom in Reconstruction of Boathouse in the Shore Impact Zone. Mr. Burslie explained the Staff Report. Thomas Steffens represented the applicant. Mr. Burslie stated the Planning Commission will need to go over the Findings of Fact as Staff could not find Practical Difficulties to approve this request. There is adequate space to construct a bathroom outside the 75-foot setback from the OHW. Comments received from the DNR indicate they are not in favor of adding guest services, gift shop, and a restroom as it is a large expansion of the use. They also state the structure must meet the floodplain minimum elevation standards and this was not included in the Staff Report. Chair Hallan pointed out there is no floor elevation indicated for the structure. He further noted 2 contours cross one another, a 3 foot difference. Mr. Burslie suggested that the contours likely came from the County GIS map and that the surveyor didn't actually do a survey for this application. Mr. Steffens stated the structure has been in that location for many years and is an eyesore. It had been used for many uses, including concessions. He had been told by the City he could rebuild it,but now he would like to include a restroom. The old lodge was the only restroom and it will likely be demolished this fall or next spring. There won't be any public restrooms anywhere at the resort. That is why he is proposing to include a handicap accessible, unisex bathroom in this structure. He further stated that the concrete floor needs to be removed and could be raised. Planning Commission Member Wilson stated if the building needs to be demolished, it would make sense to move the structure away from the high water line, above the flood plain. If it needs to be totally demolished, get it compliant with today's standards. Mr. Steffens stated they are somewhat hindered by the road that runs behind it. The road is not shown on the map,but in the earlier discussion it was shown on those maps. MINUTES � Pequot Lakes Planning Commission June 20, 2oi9