Minutes - Planning Commission - 07/10/2019

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Commissioner Anderson asked the reason 24 feet in height is requested. Mr. Couch stated that he would like to get a fifth wheel RV and that would require 16-foot doors. He explained at the height of the roofline would match the other buildings on the property. City Planner McGuire Brigl stated that the height of the building was just noticed during review and therefore staff did not have adequate time to publish notice for a variance request for the 24- foot height. She stated that tonight the Commission can consider a height of 22 feet, as allowed by Code, and if the applicant desires the additional two feet in height, they would need to come back with a variance request. Chairperson Bauer asked if the applicant would be comfortable with 22 feet in height for the building. Mr. Couch replied that he would not be comfortable with 22 feet in height, as 16-foot doors would be needed and then with the roof style the height would be 32 feet. He noted that height is similar to another building found in the Traprock Commons area. Commissioner Anderson stated that the rendering shows windows and asked if the applicant anticipates similar windows on the upper floor. Mr. Couch stated that he would like to have windows to let in additional natural light. Commissioner Johnson referenced the vehicles shown outdoors on the site and noted that the building seems to be much larger than what would be needed. He recognized that the applicant made reference to an additional trailer. Mr. Couch noted the items that are not shown, including another trailer and two tractors. Commissioner Johnson asked if the applicant has reviewed the amount of square footage that would actually be needed, as that could appease the neighbors. He stated that it would be nice to have building closer to 2,700 square feet. Mr. Couch confirmed that he could reduce to 2,700 square feet. He noted that the 3,300 square feet would allow additional space to work on a vehicle when needed. Commissioner Anderson stated that he does have a fifth wheel RV and that only requires a 14- foot door. Mr. Couch stated that he intended for a 14-foot door with two feet above for clearance. Commissioner Johnson confirmed with staff that the height of the building would not be discussed tonight, and the only discussion item would be the Conditional Use Permit for the oversized accessory building. He asked if a tow truck would also be parked in the building. Planning Commission/ July 10, 2019 Page 3 of 13