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The meeting was called to order by Chair Seils at �:02 p.m. Chair Seils opened the Public Hearing. PUBLIC HEARING: APPLICANT: Blaine and Lee Jones Applicant requests a Variance to Expand a Non-Conforming Structure Applicant was present. Mr. Burslie explained the Staff Report. Staff recommends the application be approved with 5listed conditions. Mr. Jones questioned the size of the deck as listed in the Staff Report. Mr. Burslie stated the survey indicates 14 feet, but the proposed first floor plan indicates 15.5'. Mr. Jones stated the correct measurement would be i5.5 feet. Mr. Jones clarified Condition Number Five and asked what would happen if the impervious surface exceeds 20%. Mr. Burslie stated this Variance would be reopened, but feels it will be under 20%. Mr. Jones asked if he needed to combine all three lots. Mr. Burslie stated he has the right to keep Lot 3 separate. Planning Commission Member Hallan pointed out the two wells indicated on the survey. Mr. Jones stated the well for the cabin serves the whole property. The second one may not operate and be only for decorative purposes. Planning Commission Member Hallan further stated that the SSTS for the guest cabin is hooked into the main SSTS. If Lot 3 is sold separately, it may be difficult to fit a new SSTS on Lot 3. No public comment. Planning Commission Member Hallan asked if Mr. Jones planned to modify the existing retaining wall. Mr. Jones stated he does not plan to modify the retaining wall. Planning Commission Member Hallan stated there will be excavation in a bluff and added Condition Number Six: The existing retaining wall will remain in its current location and will not be modified. Planning Commission Member Brown asked how high the building will be. Planning Commission Member Hallan stated 23.8 feet, well below the ordinance. Planning Commission Member Oraskovich thanked the applicant for providing complete information. Minutes Pequot Lakes Planning Commission April 17, 2014 3