4A - Amendment to Conditinal Use Permit - Wilderness Resort Villas

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not allow automobile traffic on the trail. It also requires the trail to be constructed of pervious materials. 15. As of August 2013, the road in the bluff and shoreline setback had not been removed as per previous CUP approval. 16. [The Planning Commission should determine if motorized usage of the proposed path meets CUP criteria and create a finding of fact that supports their decision.] 17. The applicant is proposing to utilize "golf cart parking" areas outside of the shore impact zones and bluff impact zones. Planning Commission Direction: The Planning Commission can approve of the conditional use permit amendment, 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: We recommend the conditions of approval from the original CUP application (attached) remain part of the permit. We also recommend consideration of the following for the CUP amendment: The Lodge: 1. Before commencement of construction activities, a condominium plat for the lodge shall be approved by the City. 2. An acceptable updated plan for the vegetative screening of the lodge (as viewed from the lake) shall be submitted to the Planning Commission before it may be �.. constructed. 3. In order to preserve the character of the neighborhood and the surrounding area, the height of the lodge may not exceed"X"feet. The Docking Systems: 4. The number and location of docking systems shall remain the same as previously approved. 5. Before the docking systems are placed in the water, proper authorization shall be obtained from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Beach Areas: 6. The applicant shall demonstrate with professional grading and drainage plan how untreated runoff will be prevented from entering the lake via the proposed beach area(s). 7. In order to minimize negative impacts on Middle Cullen Lake, one centralized beach area shall be allowed on the subject property. The existing beach may be expanded to 130'in width. 8. Grading in the vicinity of the beach area(s) shall include the use of berms, swales and natural vegetation near the beach areas. 9. Necessary permits shall be obtained from the DNR for the removal of any aquatic vegetation for the creation of the beach areas. If the beach on the beach on the east side of the point is allowed: L Pequot Lakes Staff Report 4(a)-10 February 20,2014