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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL JULY 27, 2011 CUP PERMITS — 87/87 COUNTY ROAD C — PRESTIGE POOLS Blesener opened the Public Hearing to consider the request for Conditional Use Permits to allow a commercial use (pool construction, service, and retail sales business) in the Residential - Business (R -B) District as well as construction of a 1,200 square foot garage for storage of business - related materials and supplied at 87/89 County Road C, Pat Henry, Prestige Pools. The City Planner and the Planning Commission have recommended approval subject to conditions. The City Planner indicated that commercial uses are allowed in the R -B Zoning District by Conditional Use Permit (CUP). Construction of an accessory building in the R -B District also requires a CUP. The Planner indicated that the R -B District is a transitional zone that allows business uses that are compatible with residential neighborhoods. The applicant is proposing to locate his business on the former Corner Coffee House property. The business will consist of office, limited retail, and storage uses pertaining to a pool business. The Planner noted that the applicant is proposing to construct a 1,200 square foot garage to store all equipment and materials, and has proposed to move the garage approximately 20 feet to the north. This location meets code requirements, and the garage also meets setback requirements. The Planner stated that the use is appropriate given the requirements of the RB District, and the conditions recommended for approval. The Planner stated that the recommended conditions are primarily architectural in nature and related to the garage building. He noted that the garage will be visible from Rosewood Drive, a residential street. Therefore, the recommendations for an increased roof pitch to match the principle structure as well as the addition of false dormers on the garage, will ensure a more residential appearance for the neighborhood. The appliance has indicated that the color of the garage and the siding will match the principle building. The Planner also noted that all materials and commercial vehicles will be parked inside as required in the R -B District. The Planner stated that with the conditions outlined in his report, he would recommend approval. Pat Henry, Prestige Pools, reported that there is a 12/12 pitch on the house. In order to park vans inside the garage, a 9 foot side wall is required. Henry indicated that it would not be possible to have a 12/12 pitch with the 9 foot side walls and still maintain roof height at a maximum of 15 feet at the mid - point. Henry anticipated that either a 6/12 or 8/12 pitch would work, however. 4