4A - Conditional Use Permit for a Lighted Sign

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�. 1. The request for a conditional use permit is for an area identification sign in the Rural Residential Zone. 2. The proposed sign meets the one foot setback requirement. 3. The existing signage (located approximately 300 feet north of the driveway) will be removed upon construction of the proposed sign (located approximately loo feet north of the driveway). 4. The proposed sign measures 8' x 3' with a 1' bump-out on top and will read, "Minnesota Heritage House of Pequot Lakes". 5. The request is to allow approximately 50 sq. ft. (25 sq. ft./side) of signage to be placed in the Rural Residential zone while typically 32 sq. ft. of total signage is allowed. 6. The proposed sign is approximately 6.5' in height while signs in the Rural Residential District may not exceed 8'feet in height. 7. The proposed sign would be located at the entrance to the development which is at the bottom of a hill and surrounded by trees. 8. The existing sign would be removed upon construction of the proposed sign. The proposed sign would be the only sign for the development. 9. The lighting of the proposed sign would be external, downward directional and hooded. 1o. The subject property is in the Rural Residential Zone and is adjacent to County Highway 107. ii. The signage will be used to identify the Heritage House of Pequot Lakes. There will not be any negative aesthetic impacts from the proposed signage. 12. The proposed sign, with conditions, is appropriate within the Rural Residential Zone. The area is heavily wooded and hilly, ensuring that the sign will not affect �— neighboring properties. 13. The Comprehensive Plan does not specifically address this request. 14. The use of the signs, with conditions, would be compatible with the existing neighborhood. 15. The proposed use will not impair values nor substantially diminish properties in the immediate vicinity. 16. The proposed sign will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of surrounding vacant properties. 17. The proposed signage will not create a cost for additional public facilities or services. 18. The subject property is already established with a vehicular approach to the property. The proposed sign will be two-sided and will face traffic heading north bound and south bound on County Highway 107. 19. There is no need for additional parking with the request of a sign. 20.The requested signage will not create any odor, fumes, dust, noise or vibration. The signs will be internally lit, however it is unknown whether or not they will be turned off after business hours. 21. The proposed use will cause any pollution to ground or surface waters. Planning Commission Direction: The Planning Commission can approve of 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. Pequot Lakes Staff Report 4(a)-4 July 21,2011