Resolution - #18-182 - 09/25/2018

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7. That the stated intent of the B-2 Highway Business District is to provide for and limit the establishment of motor vehicle oriented or dependent and convenience type,high intensity commercial and service activities characteristically located along major traffic carriers. 8. That the City Council approved religious institutions as a conditional use in the B-1 and B- 2 Business Districts on this day, September 25, 2018 via City of Ramsey Ordinance 18-15. 9. That the Permittee will submit information to City Staff prior to execution of the Conditional Use Permit regarding the number of chairs or pews in the worship space so City Staff can determine if parking is adequate onsite. If parking is not adequate onsite,the Permittee has agreed to pave and stripe the area between the two existing buildings for additional parking. 10. That the Per mittee has submitted a site plan that shows no changes to the exterior of the building, which currently includes 48 parking spaces. 11. That the Subject Property is served by a private well and septic system and that documentation must be submitted to the City demonstrating that there is sufficient capacity to accommodate the proposed building improvements. If there is not sufficient capacity, the Subject Property must be connected to City Sewer and Water. 12. That the Permittee has stated that additional paving would be installed between the two existing buildings to provide additional parking if needed. 13. That any grading and/or paving shall require plans prepared by the Permittee and submitted to the City for review and approval. 14. That the City of Ramsey Fire Marshal and Building Official completed a walkthrough of the property on September 11, 2018. FINDINGS OF FACT 1. That a religious institution will not be unduly dangerous or detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity of the use, or to the public welfare. 2. That a religious institution will not substantially adversely impair the use, enjoyment or market value of any of the surrounding properties. 3. That a religious institution will be maintained so as to be harmonious and appropriate in appearance with the existing or intended character of the general vicinity and will not change the essential character of the area. 4. That a religious institution will not be hazardous to existing or future neighboring uses. 5. That a religious institution will not impact essential public facilities and services,such as highways, streets, police and fire protection. RESOLUTION#18-182 Page 2 of 6