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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION AUGUST 14, 2014 The Planner then reported that he received an email from David Dorn, 2739 Jackson Street, who indicated that he could not be present this evening due to a family emergency. Dorn stated that he was opposed to the request given the condition of the property, maintenance issues, and failure to comply with the conditions of the 2010 permit. The Planner noted the unusual aspect of this outdoor storage in that while some outdoor display is allowed, outdoor storage is not. Under this PUD Zoning, however, a temporary allowance for outdoor storage has been made, but the understanding was that over time this outdoor storage would be brought indoors. The City Clerk reported that she spoke with David Dorn who indicated that his opposition to tonight's proposal related to code compliance issues related to grass cutting, dumpsters overflowing with stuff dumped alongside, and unapproved outdoor storage occurring. Dorn indicated that it was his understanding that the property owner was to build a building to bring the outdoor storage inside. Rob Anderson, Poolside, indicated that given the seasonal nature of the business, there are times of the year that they get behind in property maintenance. He indicated that they are now making a concerted effort to clean up the area in the hack. I -Ie noted that the majority of this area is not visible, although there are some points where it is visible. Anderson indicated that he had no problem with the recommendations of the City Planner except for landscape screening of the outdoor storage area and for paving of the outdoor storage area. Anderson indicated that landscaping along the fence would not survive given the limited area to landscape and due to snowplowing/storage issues. Anderson indicated that they need the outdoor storage to maintain the business without having to move to another property. Without the outdoor storage, they would have to either move or build a storage building. Fischer noted that as part of the prior PUD, the indication was that Poolside would either construct another building or move to another location once the PUD expired, and there would be no need to renew that PUD Permit. The PUD Permit lapsed a year ago without either of these things happening. Fischer asked if there were any plans for another building or for a relocation of the business. Anderson replied that there was not. He indicated that it is his hope that this would change within the next couple of years. Anderson noted that given the nature of the business it is difficult to maintain an increased overhead expense during the winter months. -4-