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I I I I I I I I I I I I ! I I I I I I CASE DISCUSSION REGARDING USE OF MOBILE HOME AT NORTHFORK GOLF COURSE CONSTRUCTION SITE; CASE OF GLENN REHBEIN EXCAVATING By: Zoning Administrator Sylvia Frolik Background: As you may know, construction of the golf course in the Northfork P.U.D. has begun. Jeff Knutson of Glenn Rehbein Excavating, Inc., contacted me regarding the use of a mobile home on the subject property for security purposes, in addition to the construction trailer. Mr. Knutson indicated to me that while under construction, the golf course is very sensitive to damage by trespassers that could set back construction schedules significantly. To deter trespassing and subsequent damage to the course during grading and tuff establishment, Mr. Knutson is proposing to move a mobile home onto the property. The job foreman and his wife would reside in the home until the project is complete, approximately 2 years. I informed Mr. Knutson that the construction trailer is permitted in Ramsey. However, to move a mobile home onto the site to be used as a residence during the two year construction period, even for security purposes, would require a conditional use permit. In a meeting with Jeff Knutson on April 11, Mr. Knutson indicated that course construction is well under way and it is very crucial that security measures be taken immediately. Mr. Knutson requested that I approach City Council for temporary approval to move the mobile home onto the property until the conditional use permit has been reviewed and acted upon by the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council. Mr. Knutson is willing to post a financial guarantee to assure the removal of the mobile home if the request for the conditional use permit is denied. Observations: Glenn Rehbein Excavating, Inc. has applied for the conditional use permit to have a temporary mobile home residence at the Northfork golf course. With regarding to sewer and water service to the mobile home, the proposed location for the mobile home is the same location planned for the golf course maintenance building. An on-site well and septic system would be installed for the mobile home and when the mobile home is removed, the sewer and water system would be used for the maintenance building. If approved, this case could be precedent setting. Often times, the City is approached by victims of fire requesting permission to live in a mobile home on the property while the home is under repair. They usually find alternative living arrangements because of the time involved in processing a request for a conditional use permit. Recommendation: I recommend that if temporary approval is granted, that the applicant be required to deposit a $500 financial guarantee with the City to assure removal of the mobile home in the event the conditional use permit application is denied and the applicant refuses to comply with the order. Council Action: Will be based on your discussion. Review Checklist: CC: Zoning Administrator 4/23/91 ,, 07