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The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes Planning and Zoning Board was called to order at 8:10 P.M., February 15, 1978 by Chairman Gourley. Members present: Hill, Shearen, Gourley, Reinert, Schwankl, Mattson. Members absent: none. Mr. Reinert moved to approve the minutes of January 18, 1978 meeting. Mr. Shearen sec- onded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Shearen moved to approve the minutes of the February 8, 1978 meeting. He added a comment that in the future he will need a very good reason for calling another special meeting. Mr. Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Reinert suggested that since all Planning and Zoning members receive copies of the Council minutes, Mr. McLean could just report on the controversial items or enlarge on a Council decision. Mr. McLean said he felt this was a good idea. Mr. Gourley explained the reason for the report was to find out if there were any problems. Mr. McLeans Report Mr. McLean reported that everything recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board was forwarded at the Council meeting. He noted that Mr. Blomquist attended the Council meeting. Mr. Blomquist owns property that Metro Council is considering as part of the Otter Lake Regional Park. The Council will meet with the Hugo City Council shortly with the idea of preparing a joint apreement regarding the Regional Park. The Council had met with the Anoka County Board regarding the use of the former Hensel property in the Anoka County Regional Park. Metro Council is now considering the leg- ality of the use of this property for purposes other than open space. Mr. McLean noted that the Public Hearing for Feed - Rite Controls has been set for Feb- ruary 27, 1978. Variance - Art Rehbein Mr. Rehbein presented a request for a variance to buldd a house smaller than required by Ordinance. He also presented two house plans that he is considering. It was deter- mined that the rambler is near to the required size and could easily be brought to code. Mr. Mattson explained the purpose of the Ordinance and explained that the house would be more marketable if built larger. Mr. Blackbird from the audience said he felt the ordinance was not realistic and very unfair. Mr. Reinert said the Board would have to abide by the present Ordinances but felt the Ordinance needs to be looked at again with the idea of issuing variance for unusual circumstances. Mr. Reinert moved to recommend the variance for both house plans be denied. Mr. Hill seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Mattson suggested that Mr. Rehbein look into adding the needed footage to the ram- bler house plan and said he would be in favor of revamping the present Ordinance.