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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION JANUARY 12, 2006 when the Galba kids grew up, similar to a family a lot of vehicles because they have Ceenagers at home. Cardinal felt thaC Galba did a nice job on the sports court, and that he should be allowed to keep it. Rheaume stated that if this were just a sports court with only a floor, he could support it. However, he had an issue with the permanenC boards and netting. Rheaume felt the question was where does one stop with what can be done in the front yard. Hall asked if Galba were willing to remove the boards in the spring. Galba stated that he would keep the boards up and paint them to match his house. He indicated that one of the activities he would like to use the rink for is roller hockey. Hall stated that he cannot imagine that property values will drop because of this rink. Hall felt that the Galba house was outstanding, and it appears that the Galba's do a quality job. Hall felt it was an improvement to have the old house that previously existed on the property gone. Barraclough stated that his issue was with governmenC geCting involved in what people can do or cannot do. He pointed out that this is a huge front yard area, and that not many other properties in the City have front yards this large. Barraclough stated that he did not buy the concern about the use of a front yard while allowing any use in the back yard since it cannot be seen from the street. Barraclough stated that he has been a realtor in Che Little Canada area for over 30 years, and he disagrees with the position Chat property values will be negatively impacCed by this hockey rink. Barraclough felt that the hockey rink shows a dedication to family and a coming back to the simplicities of life. Barraclough stated that it is discouraging that people have to provide these recreational opportunities in their yards since Chey cannoC allow their children to go Co public facilities without supervision. Barraclough stated that he did have some concern about pucks being shot out onto Edgerton Street, as well as the long-term appearance of the rink. Galba stated that he used green-treated boards that will not rot. He also pointed out that he will be landscaping and screening the sports court so thaC it should not be visible from the street or his adjacent neighbors. Galba stated that he will hire a professional landscaper to ensure that the landscaping and screening are done right. Knudsen asked about the garage issue. The City Planner indicated Chat the Galba house has two attached garages totaling 1,490 square feet in size. Galba received building permits for the new house and garages. However, the Zoning Code requires a Conditional Use Permit for more than one garage structure as well as garage space between 1,000 and 1,500 square -8-