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8.71.02 Definitions Accessory Apartment means a separate complete housekeeping unit that is substantially contained within the structure of a single family unit, but can be isolated from it. The existence of separate cooking facilities shall distinguish an accessory apartment fi.om taking in boarders or roommates. 8.71.03 Fees and Application Procedures A. Application for an accessory apartment permit shall include the following: 1. Accessory apartment application form. Site plan showing property dimensions and all existing buildings on the site and their dimensions. The site plan shall also include the dimensions of the off-street parking area and garage to support off-street parking require- ments. 3. Floor plan, existing and proposed, with dimensions specified. 4. Facade drawings. Indicate any exterior alterations proposed. 5. Affidavit of residency and ownership. Upon the request for an accessory apartment permit being officially submitted, a public hearing before the Planning Commission shall be scheduled following proper hearing notification. The notice shall be published in the official newspaper at least ten (10) days prior to the hearing, and written notification of said hearing shall be mailed, at least ten (10) days prior, to all parcel owners within 350 feet of the boundary of the parcel for which an accessory apartment permit is being sought. A copy of the notice and a list of the property owners shall be made a part of the record of the proceedings. For the purpose of written notification and in the absence of more accurate information, the parcel owner of record at the Anoka County Assessors Office shall be used. Failure of a property owner to receive the notice shall not invalidate any such proceedings as set forth within this section, provided a good faith attempt has been made to comply with the notice requirements of this section. The Planning Commission shall conduct the public hearing, make a Findings of Fact, and recommend to the City Council such actions or conditions relating to the request as it deems necessary to carry out the intent and purpose of this Chapter. Do The City Council shall not consider a request for an accessory apartment permit until it has received a recommendation from the Planning Commission or until 60 days after the adjournment of the Planning Commission public hearing at which the request was considered. Upon receiving the recommendation of the Planning Commission, the City Council shall have the option to set and hold an additional public hearing if it deems necessary.