b. Byrne Accessory Structure Height
<br />Mr. Burslie explained the situation. Maximum height for an accessory structure
<br />in the Shoreline Residential Zone is �3 ft. The property owner constructed a
<br />structure that is �3' 4". Was permitted to build no higher than i3 ft.
<br />Commission Hallan provided more in depth history of the property.
<br />Mr. Burslie explains how the height of a structure is measured according to the
<br />ordinance. ,F,
<br />Commissioner Habein states that we should allow the�;���erty owner to apply
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<br />for an after-the-fact variance. �%� ,,.:;::
<br />Commissioner Brown states there is a clear di�������e'between making an honest
<br />mistake and intentionally ignoring the ordina�ce. Not sure which is the case in
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<br />A motion was made by Commissioner Wilson f��� est the property owner
<br />apply for an after-the-fact variance or alter the str`ta���;re to meet the height
<br />requirement, seconded by Commissianer Habein. A��/ mbers voted "aye".
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<br />A motion w�� made by Cor�fni�s���° �; � �kovich, seconded by Commissioner
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<br />,#,q ap�rove the Aug'�i�,�5, 2oi3 inutes, as read. All members voted
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<br />ZONING �,,.IyIINISTI�TOR'S REPORT:
<br />Mr. Burslie pi��t�d out ��"ke � Land Use Permits issued in August. The number of
<br />permit applicatia�5;xe,s�ved indicates a 46 o increase from 20�2.
<br />The following corre�spondence and Potential Violations/Enforcement Actions
<br />were discussed:
<br />i. Commissioner Seils noted that Mr. Snyder has resigned from the Planning
<br />Commission.
<br />2. Councilor Akerson asks about lawn maintenance. Mr. Burslie states that
<br />violations are complaint driven. Lawns need to be maintained within
<br />urban area or they will likely receive a complaint. Rural properties are less
<br />likely to receive lawn maintenance complaints. Staff does not actively seek
<br />out violations.
<br />MINUTES 3
<br />Pequot Lakes Planning Commission
<br />September 19, 2013
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