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MINUTES APPROVED AS AMENDED APRIL 18, 2006 B. Variance for Septic System Setback for 7949 Hill Trail (Scharrer). City Planner Dillerud said the existing septic system at 7949 Hill Trail is no longer functioning. They are requesting a variance to Septic 700 septics / design standards to permit a replacement drain field within 15 feet of the existing house where a 20 foot setback is otherwise required. M/S/P Johnston/Conlin — to direct Staff to come back with a Motion for denial of Resolution No. 2006-028, because applicant can construct a mound style drain field without need for set back variance. Staff asked Council to waive the variance application fee. (Motion passed 5-0) C. Zoning Ordinance / City Code Amendments — Home Occupations The City Planner reported that over the past two years there have been numerous meetings with the City Council and Planning Commission, and numerous drafts prepared addressing the regulation of Home Occupations. He presented a draft set of City Code amendments that had been created and recommended by the Planning Commission, and on which the required Public Hearing had been conducted. The Council received a handout of the City of Oak Park Heights Home Occupations ordinance. There was discussion about perpetual licenses, and storage -related businesses. Council members were not supportive of an overly complex set of regulations. M/S/P DeLapp/Johnson—to move Home Occupations to the next Council Workshop meeting on April 11, 2006. (Motion passed 5-0) D. Ordinance 97-167• Zoning Text Amendment — CUP in AG Zone for Outdoor Social Events The City Planner reported that the Planning Commission conducted a Public Hearing regarding a proposal to amend the Zoning ordinance to permit "Outdoor Social Events" on properties within the AG zoning district. The Commission recommends another Conditional Use to the AG District for Outdoor Social Events with nine required conditions. Concerns were expressed on the noise, parking, lighting and safety. M/S/P — Johnson/Conlin — to table to the next Council Workshop, April 11, 2006. (Motion passed 4-0-1: DeLapp-he was unable able to provide comment) E_ Ordinance 97-168• Amend GB Zoning District Text Restaurant Drive-Un Facilities The City Planner reported that the Planning Commission has conducted a Public Hearing and recommends amendment to the General Business District list of "Permitted Uses" to include drive -up service windows at cafes and restaurants, as otherwise regulated by the City Code. He noted that the Commission's recommendation specifically excludes both menu boards and intercom systems associated with the drive -up window. Lake Elmo City Council Minute March 21, 2006