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stated that he is always concerned with a brand-new development making the existing homes that <br />were constructed in 1987. He believed that the berm would help to provide a separation between <br />the new and older homes. He stated that he would prefer to have single family homes on the <br />exterior of the development. He again stressed that he would like to see a transition berm as that <br />would help to buffer noise and sight between the developments. He stated that perhaps there can <br />be a maintenance agreement to ensure the ponds are continually maintained as well. <br />Motion by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Dunaway, to close the public <br />hearing. <br />Motion Carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Bauer, Commissioners Anderson, Dunaway, Peters, <br />VanScoy, and Walker. Voting No: None. Absent: Commissioner Gengler. <br />Chairperson Bauer closed the public hearing closed at 9:16 p.m. <br />Commission Business <br />Chairperson Bauer noted that there has been input to the developer on their proposal. He noted <br />that the first action that would be necessary would be related to the Comprehensive Plan <br />amendment. <br />Motion by Commissioner VanScoy, seconded by Commissioner Peters, to recommend that City <br />Council approval of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment and forward the request to the <br />Metropolitan Council for consideration. <br />Motion Carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Bauer, Commissioners VanScoy, Peters, Anderson, <br />Dunaway, and Walker. Voting No: None. Absent: Commissioner Gengler. <br />7. COMMISSION BUSINESS <br />7.01: Interpretation of Regulations Pertaining to Detached Garages and Accessory <br />Apartments <br />Presentation <br />City Planner Anderson presented the Staff Report and asked for feedback on this specific building <br />proposal relating to accessory apartment criteria and clarification on the four criteria that City Code <br />outlines in terms of what is considered an accessory apartment. <br />Commission Business <br />Chairperson Bauer stated that in the past he recalled issues with the backyard cottage or mother <br />in-law apartment, which is currently not permitted. <br />City Planner Anderson confirmed that those types of dwelling units are not currently allowed but <br />there are several existing units previously approved under Conditional Use Permit. <br />Planning Commission/ July 22, 2021 <br />Page 16 of 22 <br />