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`— As for noise, Mr. Marohn explained that the Ordinance cites MPCA standards of 60 <br /> decibels during the day and 50 decibels at night, measured at the property line. The <br /> owner would need to meet that. <br /> Mr. Woog asked if this were an accessory use since the applicants don't live on site. Mr. <br /> Marohn explained that the Ordinance was not written so that the use be an accessory use. <br /> A Home Occupation is an accessory use but a boarding facility is not. <br /> Mr. Pederson asked if the requirements of Section 17-11.6 (4-13)have been met. Mr. <br /> Marohn stated they were listed in the Findings of Fact. Mr. Pederson stated the use must <br /> be compatible with surrounding people and there are provisions for comfort and <br /> convenience of neighbors. With the increase of barking will property values be <br /> impaired? <br /> When asked, Mr. Marohn stated that limiting the number of dogs outside as a condition <br /> the noise threshold would be met. <br /> Ken Larson stated that there had been a proposed RV camping site where the horse farm <br /> is now. The residents didn't want that and it didn't get approved. He wondered what <br /> recourse the residents would have if this gets approved. He was informed City Staff <br /> would only need to be notified. He further stated if this request is approved he would like <br /> conditions to consider changing the kennel hours and be more restrictive with outside <br /> \., usage. He would also like a solid,higher fence and limit the number of dogs outside. <br /> Mr. Larson also asked if these properties could be rezoned where this type of request <br /> would not be allowed. Mr. Marohn explained the parcels could be rezoned to Forest <br /> Management or Ag,their lots would be nonconforming and the use would be allowed. <br /> Mr. Larson stated the Industrial Park would be more suited for this type of business. <br /> Diminishing property values from kennel of barking dogs was discussed. <br /> Rich Engstrom couldn't be here tonight but a member of the audience stated he is against <br /> it for all of the reasons given. <br /> Rob Voss stated he would like a solid fence between his property and the kennel. If his <br /> dogs see the kennel dogs that will spark barking. <br /> Marty Nelson lives east of proposed kennel approximately 3/8 mile and is concerned with <br /> dogs at the kennel going into heat and attracting other dogs to the area. Mrs. Garland <br /> stated they have specific paperwork for the dog owners to fill out. If dogs are intact, <br /> whether male or female,they will be walked on leash or separated for aggression issues. <br /> For the day care there will be no dogs taken that are intact or in heat. Every pet owner <br /> would be aware of this; it is part of the contract. <br /> `-' MINUTES 5 <br /> Pequot Lakes Planning Commission <br /> June 17, 2010 <br />