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The second text amendment would create a conditional use category for recreation facilities in a front yard, rather than a required front yard in the R -1 District under Section 905.040 D. Based on the above issues, staff recommends that the proposed use be subject to the following conditions: • The applicant does not exceed the maximum allowed impervious surface of 30% in the Shoreland District o The recreational facility is screened from the view of the public street and neighboring residential properties with landscaping. Said landscaping must be tall enough to screen the proposed 9 foot fence. ♦ The architectural appearance of the structure is reasonably coordinated with the principal structure. • Placement of the structure shall not detract from the appearance of the streetscape and shall be consistent with the character of the neighborhood. ♦ The applicant comply with the following setback requirements: Setback Currently Required 50 feet* Proposed Requirement 30 feet Front Yard Side Yard (interior lot line) 7.5 feet 15 feet Side Yard (public right -of -way) 30 feet 30 feet Rear Yard 30 feet 30 feet *Currently 50 feet in Shoreland areas, 30 feet in R -1 District ♦ The total height of the fence used for enclosure of the structure not exceeds 10 feet. ♦ A special classification is made for hockey boards not to be considered a fence. ♦ The recreational facility is limited to hours of operation as specified by the City Council. ♦ The recreational facility complies with all regulations of the noise ordinance, as specified in Section 2801.010. • All lighting shall be arranged as to deflect light away from any adjoining residential zone or from the public streets as specified in Section 903.020 H • The applicant process a lot combination form with Ramsey County, as well as a deed restriction, making this combination permanent. SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATION The applicant has proposed that the City amend its Zoning Ordinance to establish a Conditional Use Permit for recreational facilities in the front yard. Staff has developed ordinance amendments that would: 1. Reduce the required front yard setback in the Shoreland area to 30 feet, consistent with the R -1 zoning regulations. 6