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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL APRIL 25, 2007 With regard to the electrical work that the City claims in its Apri125, 2007 report without a permit, Griffith reported that King Electric applied for an electrical permit on-line and was informed that since there are two addresses for the Valor property, two permits would be required. Griffith reported that he has photos of other properties in Ryan Industrial Park that show similar issues as exist on the Valor property, i.e. storage, paving, etc. Griffith noted that the City Planner's January 5, 2007 report indicates that the Valor property substantially complies with the conditions set out in the I-1 District for issuance of a CUP for both auto retail sales and outdoor sales. The City Planner noted that in instances where there is not full compliance with the conditions for issuance of a CUP, most cities will condition issuance upon satisfaction with reasonable conditions. Griffith then reviewed in detail his April 25, 2007 report outlining the property's substantial compliance with conditions for the issuance of the CUP based on the City Planner's findings dated January 5, 2007. Areas covered were the Retail Auto Sales CUP and the Open and Outdoor Storage CUP. Griffith then noted that his report outlines the discussion of applicable law. Griffith indicated that, in conclusion, whether you agree or not, Valor Enterprises has spent months and many dollars, while the business has been closed, to get this property into compliance. Valor Enterprises has reduced the number of violations by half. Griffith stated that if the City wants to deny the CUPS as a penalty for code enforcement, the City can do that, but he does not think it will be upheld in court. Griffith reported that Valor Enterprises will bring the property into compliance and satisfy the fairly modest conditions that would be required to do so. To not issue the CUPs and licenses would results in total loss of value of the property. Griffith noted that the property is for sale, and it will be very difficult to sell this property without outdoor storage. He noted that almost every property in Ryan Industrial Park has outdoor storage. Griffith felt it unreasonable to say that the building can be used for auto repair, but no outdoor storage would be allowed in conjunction with that use. Griffith also noted the Valor application for a Text Amendment to add a fifth vehicle sales lot, noting the past history of five lots in the City. Griffith reported that they are seeking the Council's approval for the CUP's, Text Amendment, Vehicle Repair License, and Vehicle Sales Lot License. 18