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Planning & Zoning Board July 8, 2020 Page 2 APPROVED MINUTES VI. ACTION ITEMS A. PUBLIC HEARING: Conditional Use Permit Amendment for All Seasons Rental (7932 Lake Drive) Ms. Larsen, City Planner, presented the staff report. The applicants, Scott and Shelly Carlson, own All Seasons Rental located at 7932 Lake Drive. They are requesting an amendment to the conditional use permit to allow for outdoor storage of rental equipment. Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit Amendment for outdoor storage of rental equipment. Board Comments Mr. Laden stated if the applicants are going to store equipment outside, the equipment should be screened from Lake Dr. Mr. Root agreed with Mr. Laden. He recommended the applicant use a sufficient number of plantings to screen the equipment. Mr. Evenson suggested planting evergreens since space is limited between the existing fence and Lake Dr. He questioned why only a 4 ft. tall fence would be allowed to screen the equipment. Ms. Larsen explained the City ordinance allows a 6 ft. fence with the condition that it cannot be forward of the building towards the street. All Seasons Rental was not able to place the fence in line with the building because they need the space behind the building for storage. Therefore, they would only be allowed to install a 4ft. tall fence. Ms. Larsen reiterated the applicants also have the option to plant a triangulated row of coniferous trees in lieu of a fence. Mr. Laden commented if the landscaping is consistent and the applicants are able to achieve the same screening typically required by the City, landscaping would be a good option. Mr. Vojtech remarked if the trees are used for screening, the driveway will be left open. He questioned if leaving the driveway open would be an issue. Ms. Larsen stated the driveway is used for deliveries and not for public use. Mr. Laden asked if a gate is there currently. Ms. Larsen said there is an existing gate.