4B - CUP Apllication for Used Car Lot and Computer Business

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15. The proposed use will not generate any offensive odor, fumes, dust, noise, or vibrations that will be a nuisance to neighboring properties. 16. The proposed use will not destroy any natural or scenic features. There are no known historical features of major significance on the subject property. 17. The proposed use, with conditions, will promote the prevention and control of pollution of ground and surface waters. All stormwater generated on the subject property will be contained onsite. 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 "use" of the property is not changing. The applicant i has been to numerous Planning Commission meetings to discuss the existing business and whether or not a conditional use permit is required. It was determined that if the applicant wanted more latitude in what was allowed for the existing "used car dealership,"a CUP would be required. If the City wishes to place a limit on the number of vehicles allowed on the property,staff suggests determining a number based on the compatibility of the neighborhood(Section 11.6 Subpt.4(A),3). The proposed use of the property is compatible with the land use zone and future planning for the Highway 371 corridor. We recommend the application be approved with the following conditions: On the Used Automobile Dealership: 1. The business activities shall only be conducted on the commercially zoned area of the subject property(east 600 feet). 2. All hazardous waste from servicing automobiles shall be stored and disposed of properly. 3. The hours of operation shall not be before 8 AM and not after 6 PM Monday- Saturday. The business shall not be open on Sunday. 4. There shall not be an accumulation of junk and debris on the property. 5. "Abandoned Motor Vehicle(s)," as defined by Ordinance, shall not be allowed on the property. 6. Repair, maintenance, and detailing of vehicles shall be performed only on vehicles owned by the business and/or business owner. 7. The display of"for sale" vehicles shall be restricted to the areas indicated on the site plan. Vehicles may not be parked within io feet of a property line. 8. A landscaping and screening plan shall be submitted to the Planning Commission for approval. Landscaping and screening shall be planted and/or constructed within one year of CUP approval. On the Computer Repair Business: 1. The business shall not be expanded without amendment to the CUP. Pequot Lakes Staff Report 4(b)-5 August 15,2013