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Planning & Zoning Board September 9, 2009 Page 4 At this time, the board discussed Item 6A, as listed under Discussion Items. B. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING to consider amending the Zoning Ordinance to clarify requirements for Home Occupations and Residential Storage/Parking Associate Planner Paul Bengtson presented the staff report. Chair Tralle reopened the Public Hearing at 7:50 p.m. Mr. Bengtson pointed out amendments that staff made since the last meeting. Board Member discussion included hours of operations trip generation and permit fees for home businesses. Staff explained the reason for a fee'is that a home business is considered a special use that is above and beyond mingle- family use of a home. Staff explained that a permit will be issued for the lifetime of the business, therefore a one -time only fee will be required. Limitations for the allowed use will go into city records and staff will then have the ability to pull informat n from awe if complaints or problems should occur. Board members thought it was reasonable to set limits on hours of operation for noise generating activities. The Board suggests consistency with the allowable hours found in existing ordinances. Staff agreed to draft a number of options for the board to consider. Staff reminded the board that the focus is to protect the residential character of a neighborhood when addressing home business. Chair Tralle called a break at 8:35 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:43 p.m. On- street parking is The city currently does not restrict on- street parking. The Board requested the city council consider on- street parking requirements within the city. Mr.,Ben gtson ended that staff would discuss the issue of on- street parking. oard Members discussed alt to options for parking surfaces. Board Members point out that any environmental options would need to be approved by the city engin, to make sure 01 aspects of proper drainage are addressed. Staff will amend text to clarify that recreational vehicles cannot be used as additional living quarters and that recreational vehicles and trailers shall be considered the same. Staff will make additional amendments based on board recommendations and bring a final draft to the October meeting for the board to review. Ms. Brady made a MOTION to table the consideration for Amending the Zoning Ordinance to clarify requirements for Home Occupations and Residential Storage/Parking to the October P &Z Meeting. Motion was supported by Mr. Pogalz. Motion carried 6 -0. DRAFT MINUTES • •