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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 13, 1997 Anything over 1,000 square feet would require a Conditional Use Permit. However, the maximum accessory and garage space for a single- family lot is limited to 1,500 square feet. The Planner further reported that the ordinance limits the placement of sheds and accessory buildings to rear yards. The ordinance does provide a conditional use process for placement of these structures in side yards. That process establishes architectural standards which must be met. It was noted that the Building Inspector has raised the issue of air - conditioning equipment in required side yards. Current code prohibits air - conditioning equipment in the required side yard. The Building Inspector has noted, however, that there are a number of violations of this provision. The Commission discussed options of limiting air - conditioning equipment to rear yards or changing the side yard setback for such equipment to five feet. Issues such as odd - shaped lots or topography may prohibit the installation of air - conditioning units in back yards. Issues of neighbor's bedroom windows adjacent to air - conditioning units in side yards was also discussed. The Commission decided to deal with the shed issue separately from that of air - conditioning equipment. The Commission expressed support for the shed ordinance. Carson recommended adoption of the shed /accessory building ordinance as submitted. Motion seconded by DeLonais. Motion carried 4 - 0. The Commission discussed various options for placement of air - conditioning units, noting that there are many factors to consider. These include house design, topography and shape of the lot, design of adjacent house, etc. DeLonais stated that from a noise standpoint, the best place for an air - conditioning unit would be in the back yard. A back yard location should not have a noise impact on adjacent neighbors. 3 Page 17