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c. Field of Dreams,Discussion <br /> �.. After reviewing the Minutes from the October 13, 2011 Park Board meeting, the <br /> Planning Commission supports the Park Board's decision to continue planting trees in the <br /> park areas creating a natural buffer between the road and the homes and to maintain the <br /> intent of past Councils that the park areas be used as a buffer. Staff will forward this <br /> message to the Park Board. <br /> OLD BUSINESS: <br /> a. Building Code Enforcement,Tom Nelson—Fire Chief(continuation) <br /> Dan Warrington, the State Electrical Inspector for this area, is in favor of the City <br /> adopting the Building Code. He stated a good example was the non-conforming structure <br /> discussion earlier; structural integrity problems could be alleviated. He recommends the <br /> City pass it and wishes more communities had the Building Code. <br /> Mr. Nelson stated he included a letter in the packets. The examples of fees do not <br /> include any land value. When asked by the Chair, Staff stated new home construction in <br /> 2010 and 2011 included 10 new homes and 7 dwelling additions, resulting in $5,598 in <br /> Land Use Fees. <br /> Mr. Marohn stated that his quote in Chief Nelson's letter was true, although he doesn't <br /> want the Planning Commission to construe that he recommends adopting the Code. He <br /> stated this would be the preferred alternative, but the City and the Planning Department <br /> are dealing with more pressing issues and this would get in the way of that. He is not <br /> advocating for the Building Code. <br /> If we were to adopt the Building Code, future expansions could need to be brought up to <br /> code. There are many variables and property owners would need to consult a licensed <br /> design professional. <br /> Chairman Pederson stated this is good information and is educating the Commission. <br /> Mr.Nelson stated he thought this was a good idea for Pequot Lakes as he is a <br /> Councilman in Breezy Point and the fees weren't a big difference. He is concerned with <br /> the safety of the firefighters. This wouldn't solve all the problems, but it would be a step <br /> in the right direction. He felt a recommendation from the Planning Commission was <br /> more beneficial than just going to the City Council. <br /> It was the consensus of the Planning Commission that the timing is not right; they would <br /> like more information next month. They would like lists of communities in Crow Wing <br /> and southern Cass Counties that do and do not have the Building Code. They would like <br /> the information in a structured format, listing pros and cons. Also include information <br /> based on values vs. square footage so costs can be compared. <br /> b. Community Supported Agriculture(continuation) <br /> This will be discussed next month. <br /> MINUTES 4 <br /> Pequot Lakes Planning Commission <br /> October 20, 2011 <br />