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Mounds View Planning Commission June 21, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 26 Planning Associate Ericson stated this is how this matter is currently set forth in the Code. He explained that the Code states that a 952 square foot garage may be configured to the property owner’s specifications, and there is no restriction on the number of doors, however, once the structure exceeds 952 square feet, a Conditional Use Permit is required. Chairperson Peterson stated he was aware of at least one four-car garage, however, it is angled on the lot, does not face the street, and there is no wide driveway involved. He stated the property owner must make a very sharp turn to access the rear stall, however, this appears to be acceptable in the event that four stalls are needed. He stated Conditional Use Permit process would be an appropriate means to address this. Commissioner Miller inquired if the Commission was to consider the driveway widths and curb cut issues as well. Planning Associate Ericson stated the driveway issue has been addressed in the recent revision to the Code, which states that a property owner is allowed to have a driveway as wide as the garage. Commissioner Thomas inquired what types of issues would come forward in a case where there is a four-car garage that is only 952 square feet, and the property owner desired to increase the accessory storage space and construct a shed in the back yard. She inquired if there would be a problem as a result of a garage that exceeds 35 feet in width. Commissioner Johnson stated this could potentially limit access to the back yard. 6. Staff Reports / Items of Information A. Previous Council Actions Community Development Director Jopke stated staff has received a preliminary list of comments from the Metropolitan Council with regard to the Comprehensive Plan. He indicated this is part of the Metropolitan Council’s completeness review, which purpose is to determine if the City has developed a complete plan. He advised that in the area of aviation, the City is required to incorporate the current legislation and agreement that recently occurred, to ensure this language is reflected in the Comprehensive Plan. He stated the Local Water Surface Management Plan must also be incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan, and this particular item was scheduled to come back before the Planning Commission at their next meeting on July 5th, at which time, the City Engineer would present the latest version of the Plan. He indicated additional information pertaining to sanitary sewers is required to be included in the Comprehensive Plan as well, and staff is attempting to provide this information to the Metropolitan Council so that they may proceed with their review. Community Development Director Jopke stated the Highway 10 Steering Committee would hold a community meeting on July 11th, at 7:00 p.m., in Council Chambers. He indicated the Steering Committee would present the framework for an action plan and priorities that have been developed for issues concerning Highway 10, which range from safety and community identity