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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION AUGUST 14, 2014 EXTENSION OF IUP PERMIT - COUNTRY DRIVE — ERADOR The City Planner reported that Frank Frattalone, FraDor, has requested an extension of the Interim Use Permit for recycling and stockpiling of gravel on his property at 3137 Country Drive. This property is zoned General Industrial (1-2) District and is the only property with this zoning. The 1-2 Zoning District was created for this specific property and use. The Planner indicated that Frattalone sought the extension of its Interim Use Permit (IUP) that was to expire in 2009, and the City approved an additional 5 years. The IUP is set to expire this fall, and Frattalone is again seeking a five year extension. The Planner noted that the terms of a Development Agreement have been negotiated to govern the operational details of this use. Fischer noted that under the Development Agreement the use would sunset in 2019 and the expectation would be that the property would be repurposed. Frank Frattalone, FraDor, appeared before the Commission requesting the IUP extension. Frattalone indicated that he does not want to shut the business down, but noted that the terms of the Development Agreement call for the property to be Listed for sale. If a viable offer were to come in, the property would be sold and the business shut down. Frattalone noted the FraDor building that was constructed on the site which demonstrates that a viable building can he developed on this property. He also pointed out the landscaping that has been done on this property. Frattalone indicated that he has done everything that the City has required and will continue to work with the City. He acknowledged the City's desire to have the property redeveloped with heavy industrial buildings. Frattalone indicated that on occasion 11e receives complaints about dust from the operation from the adjacent mobilehome park. He indicated that he has a water truck on the site at all times, sweeps frequently, and works to do a good job. He has always encouraged the City to conte and inspect the site. Frattalone pointed out the property taxes he pays on this site in addition to a fee in lieu of taxes paid directly to the City and based on tonnages out of the recycling operation. Frattalone requested approval of the IUP extension and indicated that if the property is not: sold in five years, it would be his intention to request another extension. Fischer noted the good appearance of the property as well as Frattalone's efforts to be a good neighbor. Frattalone commented on his hours of operation and his efforts to stay within City Code limitations. Duray commented that Frattalone has done a great job with this business. He asked the height of the recycling stockpiles. Frattalone reported that Me maximum height allowed is 52 feet and they make every effort to not -9- 23