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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION AUGUST 14, 2014 Fischer acknowledged the seasonal nature of the business, but indicated that the property and lawn must be maintained and kept orderly regardless. Anderson indicated that they have hired someone to mow the grass so that they do not get behind in the future. Maleitzke asked what would happen if the City did not issue a new PUD Permit. The City Planner indicated that the matter would become a code enforcement issue and the outdoor storage would need to be eliminated. Duray asked the length of time that Anderson would like for a new PUD Permit. Anderson felt that two years would be adequate and that during that time he would either look for a new building or change the business model to eliminate the outdoor storage. Anderson stated that Poolside does not like being out of compliance, but stated that they have not been able to house everything indoors. Duray asked how far the fence along Jackson Street is from the property line. Anderson estimated three feet. Duray noted that the fence appeared to be in good shape and provided screening for a good length along Jackson. There was a portion of the fence that was chain Link, however. Duray indicated that the property looks neat and tidy from County Road C. Duray pointed out that the past winter was hard on businesses, and suggested that this might be the reason some things did not get handled the past year. Anderson noted that the past two springs were cold; therefore, as soon as the weather improved, customers wanted things done right away. Anderson reported that he now has the property almost completely cleaned up and stuff moved into the storage area. Duray asked if there have been code violations on this property. The City Clerk reported that the Code Enforcement Officer has been working with the property owner, therefore, she would assume that there have been code violations. Fischer noted that the outdoor storage was clearly intended to be temporary and a 3 -year permit was granted. It is now 4 years, and the outdoor storage still exists and Anderson is asking for additional time. Fischer stated that he was not comfortable with another 3 -year permit and suggested that perhaps a 2 -year permit would allow the property owner some time to either eliminate the outdoor storage or find a new Location. Fischer felt a 2 year permit makes a statement that the City intends this storage to be temporary. Duray agreed. He also noted that Poolside is a long-standing business in Little Canada and felt the City should work with this business. Duray asked about the recommendation in the Planner's report that an escrow be established to ensure compliance with PUD Permit conditions. The City Planner was unsure whether that had been - 5 -