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• Permitted home occupation shall not create a parking demand in excess of that which can be accommodated in an existing driveway, where no vehicle is parked closer than fifteen (15) feet from the curb line or edge of paved surface. Requirements — Special Home Occupation • No person other than a resident shall conduct the home occupation, except where the applicant can satisfactorily prove unusual or unique conditions or need for non - residential assistance and that this exception would not compromise the intent of this Ordinance. • Special home occupations may be allowed to accommodate their parking demand through utilization of on- street parking. In such cases where on- street parking facilities are necessary, however, the City Council shall maintain the right to establish the maximum number of on- street spaces permitted and increase or decrease the maximum number when and where changing conditions require additional review. Summary and Recommendation After review of the application and through specific case analysis by city staff, certain realities stand out. This home lies within the residential district and is zoned R1. Individual single - family residences are required within this district and when that requirement is met, than home occupations may exist as an accessory use. In this case, however, information based upon past reports and homestead property taxes that lead toward the conclusion that this home is not used as a primary residence. If this property is not used as a residence, then it is dear that a commercial property use exists within a residential district, which is counter to the City's zoning regulations. The applicant must demonstrate that they do in fact reside upon the property. If the use as a primary residence is proven, then it is expected that the rules and requirements written within the zoning ordinance regarding home occupations would be followed. As an example, parking should only occur within the existing driveway. Short of any current complaints from residents, it appears this residence /home occupation can operate without intruding on the residential character of the neighborhood, but it must be proven that this home is used as a primary residence. pc: Kathy Glanzer Terry Mauer Greg Schroeder Steve Westerhaus Patrick W. Goff, 865 Aspen Circle, Little Canada, MN 55109