3.2 Conditional Use Permit to Operate a Shuttle Service in the Downtown Mixed Use District

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10.The conditional use,with conditions,will not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other property in the immediate vicinity of the subject property. 11. The subject property is accessed via Front Street. There will be an increase in traffic due to the proposed use,but not a significant increase. The conditional use will have vehicular approaches to the property which are so designed as not to create traffic congestion or an indifference with traffic on surrounding public thoroughfares. 12.The proposed use will not generate any offensive odor,fumes, dust,noise or vibrations that will be a nuisance to neighboring properties. 13. The proposed use will not destroy any natural or scenic features. There are no known historical features of major significance on the subject property. 14.The proposed use,with conditions,will promote the prevention and control of ground and surface waters. Planning Commission Direction: The Planning Commission can approve the Conditional Use Permit, deny the application, or table the request if additional information is needed. If the motion is for approval or denial, Findings of Fact should be cited. Staff Recommendation: The subject property is suited well for the proposed use. We recommend the application be approved with the following conditions: 1. The property shall maintain a neat and orderly appearance and free of inoperable equipment. 2. The property shall have no more than fifteen (15) shuttle buses, passenger vehicles,trailers,etc. or combination thereof parked outside. 3. All hazardous waste from the vehicle maintenance shall be stored and disposed in accordance with Minnesota Pollution Control Agency standards. 4. Signage shall be permitted by separate application. 5. All work on vehicles shall be conducted within an enclosed structure. 6. The existing vegetation along the north property line shall remain. Pequot Lakes Staff Report 3.2-8 March 17,2022