Minutes - Planning Commission - 02/23/2023

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Commissioner Bauer commented that he believes the issue should be reviewed city-wide as the demand continues to increase for those charging stations. He noted that while the COR would be a great location, other areas of the community would benefit as well suggesting even park locations. Councilmember Woestehoff stated that while he agrees with removing the restricted uses, he would wonder if adult uses should still specifically be labeled as not allowed. Planning Manager Larson commented that there is a lengthy definition of adult uses and they are not proposing changes to that. He continued to review the proposed changes and provided additional clarification. Commissioner Van Scoy commented that 2B would seem to restrict a restaurant, which is a desired use. Senior Planner Anderson agreed that he was unsure they would want to restrict a sit-down restaurant from within that area. He stated that perhaps staff could look to amend that, so it is not limited to just drive-thru or take-out. Planning Manager Larson replied that restaurants are allowed in 2B. Senior Planner Anderson noted a conflict in Code and the more restrictive would rule. Commissioner Van Scoy commented that it seems to be very restrictive, which he did not believe was the intent. He recognized that perhaps the restrictions are specific to a secondary use which he did not originally read that way. Acting Chairperson Gengler confirmed that section provides restrictions for a convenience store. Planning Manager Larson provided more information specific to gas stations and when they would be permitted as a primary or secondary use. Councilmember Woestehoff provided additional context related to parcel 46 and recent discussion of the Public Works Committee. He noted that there has been interest in that site for multi -family housing and the Council has generally been in agreement. Commissioner Van Scoy commented that he did not believe 2B was ever intended to exclude housing. He stated that the concept of 2B may need to be reviewed. Commissioner Anderson commented that 2B was meant to be retail. He stated that if all housing is put into that area, it would take away the opportunity for retail. He stated that he would be opposed to all housing on that site. Planning Manager Larson continued to review the proposed changes. It was noted that once this review is completed, the entire document should be reviewed to correct any grammatical issues as well. Planning Commission/ February 23, 2023 Page 7 of 10