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APRIL 16, 1975 because of the short growing season in Minnesota and the necessity of getting the lands ready for the burds use early in the spring. At this point Mr. Glanzer introduced Mr. Durst and he explained further what his work will entail. He said that he wants to create an atmosphere that would be a haven for game birds in the area such as ring - necked pheasant and Canada goose. Mr. Kelling said that he could see no problems with their proposed plans, they are very ambitious and I would like to see you accomplish them. I move to recommend to the Council that a 90 day permit be granted for the mobile home, to be reviewed at that time, and at the end of 90 days positive proof must be made available that work on a permanent residence is being completed. Mr. Houle said he would seconded the motion if the time period were dropped to 30 days from 90 days. He felt that their intent should be known by then. After considerable discussion and calling for a second three times, the motion was tabled for lack of a second. Further discussion followed on the plans for the property and the building of a permanent residence. Mr. Durst again outlined his plans and stated that 90 days just isn't enough time at this point. The program that is planned will require more time. The purpose of the trailer is to give me a place to live and for security reasons. The supplies and machinery that will be brought onto the property will amount to a great deal of money and if I am not able to reside there the whole project will be jeopardized. Mr. Nadeau stated that it would be almost impossible to repair the barn. He said the roof had been off of the barn for almost 20 years and all the interior wood would be rotted by now. He also felt that they were undertaking too large of a project at one time and he could not see how they could possibly get a permanent residence started and also start the other projects within 90 days or even six months. He also felt that to allow the trailer to remain on the property at this point would be setting a precedence and reminded the P$Z Board that the City is just now getting out from under a similar problem after 11/2 years. Mr. Marier cautioned that the Council would have the final decision in this matter and that if they decide to have the trailer moved it must be done .. within the time limit set or face a $100.00 per day fine. Mr. Kelling then restated his original motion to grant a 90 day permit to have the trailer on the property at 1403 Birch Street. During that time the following must be accomplished: 1.) a permanent residence must be started and 2) the land must show some improvement. At the end of 90 days a decision is to be made on what will be done and when. He makes this motion as a recommendation to the Council for their final decision in this matter. Mr. Houle seconded the motion. Motion carried with Mr. Hill voting NO.