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is planning to remodel the interior of the building which should require a fire suppression system, however, Section 1306 states that this can be waived if water is not available and this area of the City is not connected to City water. She stated that staff is recommending that the Interim Permit be issued for a 3 year term which would give them time to find a permanent home. She noted that if they would like to extend this permit, a full staff review would be necessary. She stated that the Planning Commission reviewed this on October 2, 2008, and recommended approval. Eric Henry, Chairman of Hope Fellowship, appeared before the Council to answer any questions the Council may have and reviewed some of their remodeling plans. Motion by Councilmember Strommen, seconded by Councilmember Jeffrey, to adopt Resolution # 08-10-204 adopting Findings of Fact #0834 relating to the request for an Interim Use Permit. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Gamec, Councilmembers Strommen, Jeffrey, Look, and Olson. Voting No: None. Absent: Councilmembers Dehen and Elvig. Motion by Councilmember Olson, seconded by Councilmember Look, to adopt Resolution #08- 10-205 approving the request for an Interim Use Permit and declaring the terms as proposed. Motion carried. V oting Yes: Mayor Gamec, Councilmembers Olson, Look, Jeffrey, and Strommen. Voting No: None. Absent: Councilmembers Dehen and Elvig. Case #8: Request to Deviate from the Surfacing Requirement in the Surfacing Requirements in the E-l Employment District; Case of MinnDak Mechanical, Inc. Community Development Director Miller stated that MinnDak has an interest in utilizing their remaining space for outside storage. She stated that they are looking to sell the property to Rain for Rent who feels that a gravel surface, rather than concrete or bituminous, would be more accommodating for their intended use. She reviewed the staff report and stated that staff is recommending that the additional storage area include concrete or bituminous surface to be consistent with past practice andthe intent of the ordinance. She stated that, however, with the economic situation, the City could consider approving a multi-year phasing plan, which would provide the applicant and their prospective buyer additional time to accomplish the appropriate pavmg. Councilmember Elvig arrived at the meeting at 7:42 p.m. Kevin Unnes, owner of MinnDak, appeared before the Council and showed pictures of his property as well as the surrounding properties. Councilmember Look asked if a gravel surface was more accommodating for the buyer. City Council / October 14, 2008 Page 9 of 13