01-19-2012 Planning Commission Minutes

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Mrs. Seils stated that she prefers to not make people come in for Variances. Ms. Brown �.. questioned whether or not there was a way to simplify it, maybe 2 or 3 tiers. A motion was made by Tom Adams, seconded by Deb Brown, to adjust the number of tiers to 2; Tier One to be 0 — 50% of Setback, Tier Two to be 51% - 99% of Setback; allow 25% expansion in Tier One and 50% expansion in Tier Two; include proposed additional language to D; J&K as submitted. Council Member Akerson questioned the necessity of a licensed building inspector. Problems are not likely to be found until walls are torn down or roof raised; it is an extra cost to the home owner. Discussion followed and the Planning Commission agreed to add professional engineer. Tom Adams amended his motion for J to state "A state licensed building inspector or professional engineer must submit... " Deb Brown seconded the amendment. Vote on the amendment: All"ayes". Motion carried. Vote on original motion, as amended: All"ayes". Motion carried. d. Comprehensive Plan, Discussion: The Comprehensive Plan was discussed as part of the Downtown Master Plan and Park Plan. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Deb Brown, seconded by Bill Habein, to approve the December 15, 2011 Minutes, as read. All members voted"aye". Motion carried. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT: There were no Land Use Permits issued in December. Bittner pointed out the breakdown of Land Use Permits issued for 2011, as well as the 5 letters or memos sent. Bittner was reminded to contact SuperValu regarding the north driveway. ADJOURNMENT: A motion was made by Bill Habein, seconded by Cheri Seils,to adjourn the meeting. All members voted"aye". Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:42 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Dawn Bittner Zoning Administrator MINUTES 8 Pequot Lakes Planning Commission January 19, 2012