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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 22, 2012 With regard to the fire wood, Roberto expressed concern that the wood is not being stored in compliance with the code, i.e. 8 inches off the ground. Roberto also pointed out that there are additional items next to the wood pile - landscape blocks, planters, composting bins. Roberto was concerned that once the wood pile is approved, the area would become a place where other things gather. Keis pointed out the Planning Commission recommendation that the wood pile be limited to 4 cords and that the area be screened with either a 6 foot high fence or 6 foot plantings. Keis asked if the screening would alleviate any of Roberto's concerns. Roberto indicated that the boat and trailer and the utility trailer are the key items, and questioned that these are really storage items if moved regularly throughout the summer. Roberto again stated his concern that the storage area proposed would become an extension of the Anderson driveway. Keis stated that he looked at the property and felt it was unique. Keis pointed out that the Roberto back yard looks into the Anderson front yard. Roberto pointed out that he has no storage in his back yard. Roberto again stated that he is concerned that the storage area will grow. Keis pointed out that, if approved, the Variance will have conditions. If those conditions are not met, the matter would become a code enforcement issue. Roberto pointed out that it will then come back to him to have to monitor the storage area and complain to the City if conditions are not being met. Roberto again indicated his preference that the storage occur in the Anderson back yard or on the driveway. He also disagreed that the front yard area was not as visible as the back yard, pointing out its visibility from Savage Lane. Roberto again pointed out the potential for the improvement of this portion of Rose lane. McGraw asked why the City would go against the analysis of its City Engineer and recommendation of City staff who are saying the improvement of this portion of Rose Lane was not feasible. McGraw pointed out that the fact that the Anderson property abuts an unimproved right -of -way is something that has existed for many years, and the Council has to do its best to deal with the situation. McGraw pointed out that Anderson has an improved driveway on unimproved Rose Lane. Anderson maintains his driveway and it is not an obligation of the City. McGraw also pointed out the atypical situation where the front yard of the Anderson property abuts the backyard of the Roberto property. McGraw asked if there were any similar situations in the City. The City Administrator replied that there is in the Twin Lake area. 8