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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 11, 2008 CUP FOR Dennis O'Connell, Suburban Auto Body, appeared before the Commission OUTDOOR requesting a Conditional Use Permit to allow outdoor storage of licensed STORAGE - and operable vehicles,insurance-totaled vehicles, metal recycling bin, trash 3172 RYAN container, and covered tire storage at 3172 Ryan Lane. O'Connell reported LANE - that this is a secondary location for Suburban Auto Body and houses its SUBURBAN AU TO mechanical department which consists of two full-time people. O'Connell reported that the insurance-totaled vehicles would be stored on the property for two to four days and then hauled away by the insurance company. O'Connell noted that the insurance companies do not leave the totaled vehicles more than the 2 to 4 day time period as he charges them for the storage. Knudsen asked about tire storage. O'Connell reported that he does not have a lot of tires, but would store them in an enclosed shed or box as required by the City. Duray asked if the outdoor storage area was within the 60% limitation. The City Planner indicated that the rear yard of the property consists of 53% of the lot, therefore, under the 60% maximum. Duray asked if parts or clips of vehicles would be stored. O'Connell replied that they would not and indicated that reputable body shops do not use clips of cars. Knudsen asked about the Fire Marshal's concern about leaving enough room for two truck access. The Planner indicated that this area of the parking is designated as proof of future parking, therefore, will not be constructed. If that parking area is constructed in the future, there would be a review by the Fire Marshal relative to access issues. Knudsen asked about landscaping. O'Connell reported that all landscaping is in place. Knudsen asked about paving. The City Planner indicated that the front of the property has asphalt paving, and the storage area is Class V. O'Connell reported that if the business grows, he would pave the storage area. He indicated that this would help in keeping vehicles clean. O'Connell reported that he always tries to do the right thing with his properties, and indicated that if the City ever has any issues with his properties, he is willing to work with the City. Knudsen asked about the sliding gate, pointing out that its appearance was a little rough. The City Planner felt a sliding gate was the best that could be done for access into the storage area. Knudsen asked about lighting. O'Connell submitted a revised site plan which shown the existing lighting, noting there is a light in the back storage yard. -5-