08-15-2013 Planning Commission Minutes

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not meet screening requirements in the Code. The computer business is a side job with no intent to expand it. The 8 conditions for the Used Automobile Dealership were gathered from other Conditional Use Permits for Used Car Lots issued in the City. When asked if the number of vehicles can be limited, Mr. Burslie stated a compatible number could be agreed upon between the Planning Commission and the applicant. Mr. Burslie further stated the area identified on the site plan, minus the 10-foot setback, could be the compatible area. Mr. Burslie pointed out that if the computer business were to expand,the Conditional Use Permit would need to be amended. Mr. Walberg questioned Condition Number 7: It states vehicles cannot be within 10 feet of property line. They are already 150 feet back from the road; another 10 feet will put them in the driveway. Mr. Burslie clarified 10-foot side yard setback. He reminded him that he cannot park within the highway right-of-way. The State will not allow it. Mr. Walberg further pointed out that in regard to the number of vehicles allowed, the Planning Commission had a chance to rule on Schoeb's lot and Dotty's lot with no conditions on either. Staff pointed out Schoeb is restricted to bituminous area only. It was the consensus of the Planning Commission that he could fit 40 to 50 vehicles in the hatched areas of his site plan. Mr. Walberg stated he is only allowed 25%coverage on the property. The Planning Commission reiterated that the hatched area is his limit, no vehicle number. With regard to Condition Number 7, what about vehicles not ready for sale, not repaired. It was the consensus of the Planning Commission that any vehicles on the property, including purchased vehicles and for sale vehicles, except for customer vehicles coming to the lot, all have to fit on hatched areas. He will be allowed to store, display or park a vehicle on hatched areas only. Mr. Burslie noted the southeast hatched area indicates the size as 51' X 56'. He asked Mr. Walberg if that should state 15'or 51'. Planning Commission Member Hallan added the lengths listed on the site plan and the size should be 51'X 56'. The site plan is not to scale. Condition Number 7 should state: "Vehicles shall be restricted to the areas indicated on the site plan. Vehicles may not be parked within 10 feet of a property line." The legend should also state "Parking areas for owner vehicles". With regard to Condition Number 5,Abandoned Vehicles, does not mean each vehicle is licensed; he can use dealer plates. Our ordinance does not apply by the MINUTES 4 Pequot Lakes Planning Commission August 15, 2013