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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 28, 2024 There were no comments from the public. Upon motion by D. Miller, seconded by T. Miller, the public hearing was closed. Ayes (5). Nays (0). Motion adopted. T. Miller introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: , ,/ FAWN ATtIffiliva ANN I The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Kwapick. Ayes (5). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. ORDINANCE 898, ZONING CODE AMENDMENTS FOR GARAGES AND DRIVEWAY CURB CUTS The City Clerk stated that earlier this year there were some changes made to the Zoning Code specifically related to garages. She stated that previously a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) was required for garages above 1,000 square feet noting that multiple requests came through with little to no conditions added and therefore the process was simplified by increasing the total allowable square footage of accessory buildings/garages to 1,500 square feet. She noted that there are some limitations to yard coverage and therefore not every lot would qualify for 1,500 square feet. She explained that the 1,500 square feet would be the total of all accessory structures/garages with the maximum size for one building at 1,000 square feet, or the footprint of the primary structure, whichever would be less. She stated that the City has received a request from a property owner that has a larger property and would like to build a 1,500 square foot garage to replace an existing garage. She stated that because of the way the Code is written that property owner would need to request a variance, noting that there is not a hardship, or could build two structures totaling 1,500 square feet. She stated that the Planning Commission discussed this, and their initial concern was the appearance from the street. She noted that it would be rare for someone to have something that is wider than two or three vehicles and would instead tend to be deeper. She noted that the size of the structure would also be limited by the lot size and required setbacks. She stated that the Commission decided to recommend a limitation of the width of the accessory structure/garage of 1.5 times the width of the primary structure on the lot to prevent a garage much wider than the home. She stated that the Commission then recommended increasing the size of the garage to be up to 1,500 square feet with the additional limitation on the width. She stated that the size of the garage/accessory structure could be higher than 1,500 square feet through a CUP and the Commission will be continuing discussion about additional limitations and conditions that should be included in that process. The City Clerk stated that when the Zoning Code was updated a few years ago the curb cut width maximum was reduced from 24 feet to 18 feet. She stated that staff has found that most people are building three -car garages, and 18 feet is even less than a two -car garage, which has been causing issues with people driving over the grass, and it then becomes dirt. She stated that staff recommended going back to 24 feet for consistency with previous regulations and many existing driveways. She stated that the Planning Commission recommended approval of that change. She stated that the Council is asked to hold a public hearing to consider these changes to the Zoning Code. Staff recommends approval of the changes as presented. 0