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MacRannolds CUP April21, 1999 • Page 3 1. Relationship to the Comprehensive Plan. Since the Comprehensive Plan does not address or even refer to dog ownership, it can be asserted that--in terms of the comp plan--there is not adverse effect. 2. The geographical area involved. The area surrounding the subject property is zoned for and supports residential uses. Dog ownership is a common feature in residential districts and as such, it would appear that this request would not be inconsistent with this geographical area. 3. Whether such use will tend to or actually depreciate the area in which it is proposed. It is not inconceivable to assume that property values may be affected by this request, in that with dog ownership comes added responsibilities and maintenance, not to mention the possibility of barking dogs and dogs running loose in the neighborhood. To add to this possibility is the fact that there have been problems associated with dogs at this address. 4. The character of the surrounding area. • Most of the homes in this area of the City are located on larger, deep lots with plenty of yard space for accessory buildings, homes, children, and pets. The character of the surrounding area would not be affected by this request. 5. The demonstrated need for such a use. This factor does not necessarily apply in this case as dog ownership cannot be construed as a response to satisfy some unmet need While clinical studies have shown there to be many positive health effects for those people who own pets, in terms of a "community nee , ' •• .•I • e. 6. Public Safety. As has been pointed out in the report already, the possible adverse effect which may cause the most impact to the neighborhood and surrounding community is the threat to public safety. There have been four incidents logged with the Police Department since 1992, one involving an attack by a Rottweiler. CUP Criteria: The following are the criteria that are listed in Section 1125.01, Subdivision 3 of • the Municipal Code, pertaining to Conditional Use Permits, with responses addressing each in italics: