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COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 28, 2002 • Planner Gretz stated that is a building department matter but she believes it could be done in some fashion. • Councilmember Dahl stated when discussed in the past, she thought the conclusion was that the metal building was by far cheaper to build than if with siding and a regular roof. She asked if that was true in this case also. Planning Associate Gretz stated that she has no information on the cost. Mayor Bergeson stated while that may be true, the City ordinance only addresses construction and not the cost. Councilmember Dahl stated that a variance has been requested because he cannot comply with what is required in the ordinance. She stated she thought the variance process helped citizens out of a tight situation and that is why they were sometimes granted. Mayor Bergeson asked if metal siding is prohibited and if metal r'oofing.s also prohibited. Associate Planner Gretz stated it is prohibited in this zoning district: Jamie Brown, applicant, stated the existing building is 24'''t24' and was constructed to replace a dilapidated 12' by 12' shed with 6 feet of awning around it He stated he was willing to take down that dilapidated shed when this new one was constrtt. He stated he thinks it looks better now than it did before and asked if he could take the tin down and put up plywood and barn wood. Mr. Brown stated the idea was to improve the property, not love tax value. He stated he thinks his property looks better than Oakdale does where there are houses sitting 50 feet from each other. Councilmember Dahl stated the City is reviewing ordinances and asked if consideration is being ln given, in the future, to reconsider theaterials used on pole barns or sheds. Community Development Director Grochala stated accessory buildings have been discussed although the material types are not proposed to be changed since there has not been an issue with that requirement up to this point. Councilmember Dahl stated she remembers a past variance to allow a metal building when that gentleman proved it was far cheaper to use metal. Councilmember Reinert asked what the outcome would be if this request is denied. Associate Planner Gretz stated if it is denied the issue would go back to the City Attorney for prosecution. Councilmember Dahl asked what the recommendation would be. Associate Planner Gretz stated the City would look for the building to be taken down or brought into compliance with the City Code. 16