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Planning & Zoning Board January 9, 2019 Page 3 APPROVED MINUTES Mr. Laden asked about the functional difference between a second principal building and an accessory building. Mr. Grochala clarified that accessory building would not exist without a principal building. Mr. Laden asked if you would need to delineate between a second principal building and an accessory building over 400 square feet. Mr. Grochala clarified that the building must meet design and building usage requirements. Chair Tralle confirmed that staff should continue to move forward and to come up with clear verbiage. B. Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment Regarding General Provisions Project Update Michael Grochala, Community Development Director, presented the staff report. Fences and Retaining Walls Mr. Grochala noted that zoning permits are required for retaining walls 48” or less. Building code requires that a building permit is required for retaining walls 48” inches or greater. Staff recommends requiring a building permit for retaining walls 48” and greater and a zoning permit to be required for anything under 48”. Anything under 24” to be subject to zoning setbacks but would not require a permit. Mr. Laden suggested requiring a permit for anything over 48” inches unless it is in a drainage areas or on a property line. Mr. Stimpson asked if there was concern about heights depending on the material. Mr. Stimpson asked for public education regarding drainage easements if this ordinance was changed. Ms. Peacock asked about tiered retaining walls. Mr. Grochala clarified when a permit would be required for a tiered wall. Exterior Storage The Board and staff discussed accessory building requirements and permits regarding garden sheds under 120 square feet. Mr. Grochala stated there is not a cap on the number of automobiles that may be parked on a property, as long as they are licensed.