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COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1995 been determined at this time, however, it may be prohibitive. If the extension of utilities is not possible, a location for an on -site septic system has been identified on the site plan. This location will have to be confirmed by a certified septic system designer and presented to the City Engineer for his review and approval prior to issuance of any building permits. The Building Official has inspected the house to be relocated and indicates that it is approximately 25 years old with a new cedar shake roof. The electrical and mechanical systems are up to code. The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of the site plan at their September 13, 1995 meeting with the following conditions: 1. Proper building permits be obtained prior to construction. 2. Sewer and water utilities be extended to serve the site or an on -site septic system be designed by an authorized septic system designer an d approved by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of any building permits. 3. The new house shall be located on the lot so as to blend with the adjoining residential homes and conform to all setback requirements. Ms. Wyland recommended that the City Council approve the site plan contingent upon the three (3) conditions listed above. Council Member Kuether moved to approve the site plan as recommended by Ms. Wyland. Council Member Elliott seconded the motion. Ms. Rosemary Storberg, 6978 Lake Drive explained that she owns the home directly south of the property described above. She said that when she and her husband submitted plans for building their new home to the City they were given an incorrect address. Ms. Storberg said that she and her husband pointed out the error to the City staff but the error was not corrected. She noted some of the problems that they have experienced with the incorrect address and asked if something could be done about the matter at this time. Ms. Storberg noted that she will incur a great deal of problems and costs to change her house number at this time. Mayor Reinert asked Ms. Wyland what could be done about this situation. Ms. Wyland said that the Storbergs need to change their address to the correct number. Mayor Reinert noted that this is an opportunity for her to change her address. Ms. Storberg asked that since this is a City error, what will the City do to help a homeowner? Ms. Storberg said that it will take a lot of time to make all the notifications and felt that her time is worth something. Mayor Reinert said that this situation would be about the same as when a person moves to another house. Ms. Storberg said yes, however, she argued with the City staff and tried to get a correct house number at the tme the house was under construction. She felt that since this was a City error, the City should have somebody change the address on everything for her. Ms. Wyland explained that the City recently notified PAGE 6