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• • • Planning & Zoning Board November 12, 1997 Page 5 to the north, and that development of the knoll should take place in conjunction with development to the north and not have separate access from the south. Chair Schaps requested clarification of the total number of homes on the site. Ms. Rickert acknowledged that there is an existing home and that another home is proposed for construction on the property. Jerry Hawkins of Incarnation Cemetery stated that his organization proposes to take on an additional two acres, which would triple the size of the current cemetery site. Mr. Hawkins indicated that the cemetery has existed since 1922. Mr. Johnson pointed out that a portion of Tract A is wetland, and not usable by the cemetery. Mr. Hawkins stated that he was aware of that. Steve Thompson, purchaser of proposed Tract C, asked about the Planning and Zoning Board's problem with two structures. He indicated that his plans include an office within the smaller structure, and would build a larger home some time in the future. Ms. Wyland explained that the City allows one single- family home per lot. She added that should the owner choose to build a larger home in the future, the small one would have to be removed. Ms. Wyland further explained that businesses are not permitted within a residential district. Mr. Thompson stated that his view is that of having an office within his home, not as a separate business. Ms. Wyland indicated that further consultation would be required as to the inclusion of a business on the property. Mr. Thompson also questioned payment of the $500 park dedication fee. Ms. Wyland explained that any time a piece of land is proposed for construction of a home, such a fee is required. Mr. Brixius added that home occupations are permitted in this district within a permitted accessory building. He suggested that Mr. Thompson would have to provide additional information regarding his business and, if it meets the definition, can be housed within a separate building. With regard to the park dedication fee, Mr. Brixius explained that the fee is charged as part of the overall subdivision and who actually pays the fee may be negotiable among the parties purchasing/developing the property. Mr. Dunn requested clarification of what the Planning and Zoning Board is acting on at this time. Ms. Wyland explained that the only action proposed at this time is the minor subdivision. Development and use of the property would be a separate issue. Mr. Herr asked about splitting Tracts B and C so that an easement would not be included in Tract B. Ms. Wyland indicated that possibility had not been explored. She added that it would be very difficult to maintain the minimum amount of required upland with the easement placed elsewhere.