Agenda - Planning Commission - 10/03/2013

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Commissioner VanScoy questioned why the smoke issue needed to be addressed this evening, since the Ariola family ceased outdoor burning after a request was made by their neighbor. He stated this was a normal neighborhood activity. Development Services Manager Gladhill commented he did not have concerns with the outdoor fires. He explained the Commission simply had to note the comment expressed by the neighbors. Commissioner Field agreed with Commissioner VanScoy that the fire burning was a residential issue and not a home occupation issue. He stated he was impressed by the applicant's willingness to address his neighbors concerns. He encouraged Mr. Ariola to reach out to his neighbors in the future to discuss the plans he has for his property, as this would eliminate some of the animosity. He recommended the fencing be pursued by the applicant. Development Services Manager Gladhill stated an alternative that could be considered this evening would be to direct staff to redraft clear findings. Commissioner Bauer recommended the item proceed and that the permit be granted only after the property was brought into compliance with City Code and the staff recommended conditions. Motion by Commissioner Bauer, seconded by Commissioner VanScoy, to recommend that City Council adopt Resolution #13 -09 -148 adopting the Findings of Fact #0917 as amended by Senior Gladhill's summarized comments relating to the applicant's request for a home occupation permit as outlined by Staff. Further discussion Commissioner Brauer was in favor of delaying action on this item until the findings could be redrafted. Commissioner VanScoy asked for clarification on the storage of water heaters on the property. Associate Planner /Environmental Coordinator Anderson indicated that based on the discussion this evening with the applicant, up to four water heaters have been stored on the site just outside the accessory structure. Motion Carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Levine, Commissioners Bauer, VanScoy, Brauer, Field, Maul, and Nosan. Voting No: None. Absent: None. Motion by Commissioner Bauer, seconded by Commissioner VanScoy, to recommend that City Council adopt Resolution #13 -09 -149 approving a home occupation permit to operate a plumbing business on the property located at 5565 164 Avenue NW based on the amended Findings of Fact #0917 contingent upon compliance with the Staff Report dated August 29, 2013 and only after Conditions 1, 2 and 3 were met by the applicant. Further discussion Planning Commission /September 5, 2013 Page 9 of 14