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MINUTES <br />PLANNING COMMISSION <br />AUGUST 10, 2023 <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />7 <br />Mr. Riemer replied that he did not check those cities and could do so. <br /> <br />Commissioner Boe stated that she would not want to require training as that would be something <br />additional for staff to monitor but would be happy for the City to share that information that <br />residents may choose to pursue on their own. <br /> <br />Chair Johnson stated that perhaps a hybrid model could be developed as she would be concerned <br />for chickens. She noted that people may get chickens that have no knowledge, and she would <br />want to ensure the animals are treated properly. She stated that perhaps the City could offer <br />classes through parks and rec to educate people on this topic to promote responsible animal <br />ownership. <br /> <br />Commissioner Thorson agreed with the comments of Commissioner Masrud, but would support <br />an application fee, even if that is $30. <br /> <br />Chair Johnson asked for input on considering a coop as an accessory structure. <br /> <br />Commissioner Kulousek stated that she does not support that as people may already have a shed <br />for gardening in addition to their garage and therefore could then not have chickens. <br /> <br />Commissioner Thorson commented that a coop could have artistic expression and therefore <br />would not want to govern that under building standards. <br /> <br />Chair Johnson referenced the size exemption for sheds, noting that perhaps that could work for <br />chicken coops. <br /> <br />The Community Development Director replied that sheds up to 200 square feet do not require a <br />permit. <br /> <br />Chair Johnson stated that if a coop could be under that size, she would not think it would be <br />considered an accessory structure. She referenced the issue of fencing and stated that she likes <br />the idea of a run being fenced as a requirement. She stated that she does like the idea of covering <br />the run to protect from birds of prey but would not see that as a requirement. <br /> <br />Commissioner Thorson noted double lots on Edgerton and stated that it would not make sense to <br />require someone to fence the entire yard. <br /> <br />Chair Johnson stated that she has a large fence, but half of her backyard is a watershed and <br />therefore it cannot be fully fenced. <br /> <br />Commissioner Kulousek commented that those living on a lake cannot fence their entire yard <br />either. <br />