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• • Planning & Zoning Board January 8, 2003 Page 9 Mr. Corson asked if the auto repair shop has adequate access to Orange without crossing the subject site. Mr. Pfingsten stated it does have access and would not cross this property. Mr. Corson stated Exhibit #4 shows an easement that is part of Lot 22. Mr. Pfingsten stated that Lot 22 is one that Mr. Flanagan had already sold and contained a house. Chair Schaps asked if only one resident responded after the notice of the public hearing went out. Mr. Pfingsten stated he spoke to that resident before he contacted the City and made application. He stated the only other resident who contacted him was Planning Commissioner Lyden. Chair Schaps stated it appears that Mr. Pfingsten will use the property to store his vehicles inside, except for the 32 -foot RV and a 16 -foot bobcat trailer, the landscaping would be upgraded, screening added, the privacy fence extended, no exterior lights or manufacturing conducted. Mr. Pfingsten stated that is correct and he does not think the building currently has any exterior lights. Kevin Hedger, 862 Maple Street, stated he is the spokesperson for the majority of the residents on Maple Street and has a prepared presentation regarding the proposed rezoning. He stated their objective is to bring to the table the concerns of the local residents about the requested rezoning and intended use. He displayed a picture of the current pole building, which they found to be in fair condition. He stated the privacy fence is about five feet in height. Mr. Hedger stated some of the concerns related to valuation and impact to their residential properties, the type of business that could come into the building, environmental issues related to possible noise control issues, septic system issues, and potential impact to private wells. He stated past practice is what brought residents to the meeting tonight. He explained that the auto body shop created a difficult situation for residents of the block for many years due to parking problems, access for emergency vehicles, and operations occurring at 2 -3 a.m. Mr. Hedger stated they would like more information about the following: traffic volume and frequency; parking guidelines; working hours and possible curfew since this is in a residential neighborhood; type, size, and quantity of equipment; type of storage outside the building; and property maintenance. He displayed a picture of the adjoining property, noting the roof is rusting through, the fence is full of holes and not screened, and the sign is outdated. He stated this is an eyesore to the community and the residents do not want this to occur with this new business. Mr. Hedger asked staff to elaborate on the differences between Residential and Commercial property zoning, and related noise, air, and pollution control requirements. He stated they are also concerned about the septic system. DRAFT MINUTES