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Mounds View Planning Commission May 17, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 23 MOTION/SECOND: Miller/Berke. To Approve Mounds View Planning Commission Resolution 620-00, a Resolution Recommending Approval of a Conditional Use Permit to Allow for a 1,150 Square-foot Oversized Garage at 2251 Oakwood Drive; Mounds View Planning Case No. CU00-007, as corrected and Amended to Include a Stipulation in the Fourth WHEREAS Clause pertaining to the Removal of the Existing Shed, and to Amend the Language of Stipulation 2 to Indicate “Should the Use Change from which the Permit was Granted, the Conditional Use Permit Shall Be Considered Null and Void.” Terry Wiley, 2279 Oakwood Drive stated that during their discussions, some of the neighbors had noticed a tow truck parked in front of the property, and there was some concern that after approval of this proposal, someone might attempt to operate a garage or similar business on the property. He explained however, after they discussed the matter, they determined that if the applicant was attempting to improve his property and store his vehicles inside the garage, they would not object to the proposal, as long as it meets the City Code. Mr. Wiley indicated he was the resident who had contacted staff regarding this proposal. He stated their primary concerns were with regard to situations that were difficult to address after the fact, rather than dealing with them up front. He stated they were aware of several circumstances in which property owners with larger garages have used their property beyond residential use. He noted one property in particular, located next to the school on Pinewood Drive, has been a significant source of aggravation to the neighbors. He indicated this individual operates a garage, and the problem is that he is not required to meet any of the Commercial Codes, and it is unclear where he might be dumping the antifreeze and drain oil. He stated there were 12 vehicles in the driveway, and six along the street, and none of these vehicles belong to this individual, which presents a problem for the neighboring residents. He explained that the neighbors were concerned that this would be another of these situations, and this was the reason they had contacted staff, however, they welcome the applicant’s desire to improve the property and store his vehicles. Chairperson Peterson stated this concern was valid, and there have been problems of this nature in the past. He advised that with the conditional use permit process, uses that could potentially have some impacts are allowed, as long as the conditions are met. He explained that one of the conditions is that the only type of activities are those permitted in the R-1 District, which do not include auto repairs. Mr. Waste stated he was previously employed with Blue Tow Trucking, however, he has not worked for this company since his accident, which occurred over two years ago. He indicated he did have a tow truck, and only worked in this occupation part-time. He reiterated he was not a mechanic. Chairperson Peterson added that there is nothing in the Code that prevents a property owner from working on his own vehicles.