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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MARCH 14, 1991 Garske pointed out that the Commission must take the position that whatever is approved for the site could remain forever and the City could end up with the same use on the remaining property to the south. Drabik stated that she has no problem with the use, but rather the face of the structure. Pedersen stated that the building will always look like a house being used for a commercial purpose. Malsam pointed out that any modifications that may be required will only increase the cost of the property limiting the possibility of redevelopment in the future. Keis stated that he could sympathize with Mr. Malsam, however, pointed out that logically the Commission must consider the effects of this proposal on the properties to the south. Keis pointed out that if a new building is constructed as being proposed, that may increase the property value enough to make redevelopment cost prohibitive. DeLonais suggested that perhaps the proposal should be referred to the Economic Development Committee for a recommendation. Garske felt the matter should go to the Council and suggested that perhaps it was time that the Council address the situation of the homeowners on Country Drive. Bendel agreed and suggested that the Council may either have to approve the proposal or buy the homeowners out. Malsam suggested that rather that require parking in the front of the building, the money be used to make some exterior improvements. Pedersen stated that he could not support the proposal since in terms of overall development for the area, the use was not a good one. Pedersen did not believe the Council would support the proposal, and, if not, felt the Council should deal with the homeowners on the entire issue. Drabik pointed out that the property was zoned PUD so that the City could have control over how the property will develop. DeLonais asked if there are any agreements on the books Page 16