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MLNULh5 PLANNING COMMISSION Jan. 12, 1984 Buechler PUD Conditional Use Permit (Cont.) Manufactured Homes Text Amendment The Planner replied that it did. ?4r. Herkenhoff asked what a zero lot line was. The Planner explained that this concept would eliminate any side yard setback. Another concept of zero lot line, would be to move a unit to one side of the property and then all the lot's open space would be to the other side. Mr. French asked if the lot size for a duplex was greater than a single family home. Mr. Crittman explained that the PUI) concept was recommended so that lot size would not be a factor. The Planner explained that the front yard and exterior setbacks would have to he met. Mr. Ducharme asked if there was a problem with ownership on one side and renters on the other. Mr. Grittman replied that basically there are two owners, but one is renting his side of the property. Mr. Buechler stated that the problem is when you sell a duplex to an investor, they let the property deteriorate. Buechler stated that he will be selling the building regardless of the outcome of this request. Mrs. Kingsbury asked if the City has dealt with this concept in the past. Mr. Crittman replied that there is no provision for it in the ordinance, but it can be handled under a PUD. Mr. Ducharme pointed out that the City has approved this concept in the Old Little Canada School and with the conversion of apartments to condos. Mr. Ducharme felt that this is something that the City will see more and more of. Mr. Herkenhoff asked if the Planner foresaw any problems with this. The Planner stated that he did not if it were handled properly. There is no additional impact on the City with regard to services. The same unit will be present, but now two people would be owning it. Mr. Buechler explained that under the P11D each side of the duplex could not bepai.nted a different color and the driveway layout could not be changed without permission of the other owner. Mr. French recommended approval of the PUD Conditional Use Permit for Carl Buechler which would allow for zero lot line. Mrs. Kingsbury seconded the motion. Motion carried 6 — 0. The Planner reported that the Commission recently passed a manufactured homes text amendment borrowed from the City of Blaine. However, the Building Inspector has indicated that he can foresee problems with this amendment as he feels it will overly restrict construction of regular single family homes. Pale —2—