07.01 - Conditional Use Permit to Move a used home onto Property - Dan Gruska

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A motion was made by Karl Moon, seconded by John Derksen, to table this matter. ROLL CALL VOTE: Bill Habein: aye;Dean Williams: nay; Karl Moon: aye;John Derksen: aye; Tom Adams: aye. Motion carried. 4— 1. APPLICANT: Dan Gruszka. Applicant requests a conditional use permit to move a used home onto property in the City. Applicant was present. Mr. Marohn explained his Staff Report. Ms. Bittner stated that Mr. Gruszka had submitted the necessary photographs indicated in the Findings. Our Ordinance should require a cashier's check or a certified check,not merely a check, for the$2,500 bond requirement. The type of proposed foundation was questioned. Mr. Gruszka stated that he planned to use a mortared block foundation on footings. Mr. Moon questioned the use of a wood foundation being allowed in our Ordinance. Staff was to check actual amendment. (Staff Note- May, 2003, the City Council amended the Ordinance to define foundation as: "A concrete, concrete and concrete block, or treated wood portion of a structure which totally encloses the perimeter of the structure, supports the bearing loads of the superstructure and penetrates the ground providing frost protection. ") Mr. Gruszka stated that this dwelling is a single family residence to be sold, not rented. A motion was made by Karl Moon, seconded by Bill Habein, to approve the conditional use permit, based on the following findings of fact: 1. The applicant has submitted a home inspection report by a licensed building inspector. 2. There were no significant deficiencies reported. 3. The applicant has indicated that the structure is 10 years old. 4. According to the inspection report,the building is a modular building and is a good candidate for moving and being set on a new foundation. 5. The proposed foundation will be mortared block on footings. 6. There is no landscaping proposed beyond planting of grass. 7. The location and size of neighboring homes has not been provided,but they are known to be of similar size and construction within the Field of Dreams subdivision. 8. The applicant has indicated that the home is to be used as a single family dwelling. 9. The proposal would have the dwelling moved onto the property within 12 months of approval. 10. There are no threats to the public health, safety and welfare identified with this proposal. 11. The site is located to facilitate this type of process being accessible primarily by County and State Highways. Planning Commission, July 15, 2004, Page 2