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• • Planning & Zoning Board January 9, 2002 Page 5 Pastor Gilbertson stated the trusses had been ordered to be used in the construction of the picnic shelter. Pastor Gilbertson stated the proposed picnic shelter would appear similar to a park shelter. He stated the structure would not be enclosed and the roof material would match the color of the parsonage roof. Mr. Lyden stated at times when working with specific and detailed ordinances, it is necessary to make compromises, which at times can be beneficial. However, when discussing compromises such as attaching existing structures, the City ends up with a compromised product, which is not in anyone's best interest. He stated he would like to see a quality product constructed and would prefer the elimination of the tool shed and approval of a variance to allow the additional 80 square feet fo e picnic shelter. Chair Schaps questioned whether the items stored in the o she ou n be stored elsewhere. Pastor Gilbertson stated a local day care is spefr` the Church and the items stored in the tool shed are the property of the Chair Schaps asked if the items being stored garage. Pastor Gilbertson stated the spac storage of tables and chairs, as well as a Church could work out the storage situa care could be stored inside the the g . °". ge has been maxed out with the ay care materials. However, he felt the Mr. Matson suggested that the " nded with a floating addition, similar to an addition for a fireplace, to Mr. Rafferty stated if of a foundation, h questioned whether thi while still mee e space for the day care. - footage of buildings are measured according to the size flo ng addition may be a reasonable solution. He ditional storage space could be added without a foundation square- footage measurement of the ordinance. Chair Schaps sta d this would depend upon the meaning of a detached structure. Mr. Matson noted the square- footage of the picnic shelter could be reduced. Chair Schaps agreed this may be the best option. Mr. Corson asked if reducing the square- footage of the picnic shelter would still meet the Church's needs. Pastor Gilbertson responded affirmatively. Ms. Lane questioned whether the trusses ordered for the picnic shelter would still work if the shelter was reduced in size. Pastor Gilbertson stated he would have to review the plans but he believed the trusses would still work. Mr. Rafferty questioned if the applicant would still require approval of the proposed picnic shelter if the square- footage of the shelter was reduced and the tool shed was