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Mounds View Planning Commission November 3, 2021 Regular Meeting Page 3 Commissioner Nelson discussed the concerns he had regarding dog waste and how it would quickly impact the exercise/turf area on the property. He also feared that the dogs would be peeing on the garage siding. Mr. Holt stated the dogs would be taken out one at a time and could be kept away from the garage. Commissioner Nelson encouraged Mr. Holt to consider having concrete in the exercise area in order to assist with addressing the waste and odor concerns. Mr. Holt believed the natural grass was a better location for pet waste than concrete. Commissioner Munson stated overtime the pet waste would become an issue. She discussed products that were available to assist with cleaning surfaces while also neutralizing odors. Commissioner Monn recommended a ventilation system be put in place within the building. Mr. Bortnov reported he would be working with a contractor to ensure the building met all ventilation requirements. Commissioner Monn reported there was not a lot of space for parking on this property. Mr. Holt commented it would be rare that he would have two clients onsite at once. He indicated he was hoping to have a designated parking space for his clients. Mr. Bortnov reviewed the number of parking spaces on the property. Commissioner Monn recommended the fence along the apartment being wooden with chain link on the other sides. Mr. Holt stated he could talk to his contractor regarding this change. Commissioner Monn questioned if the property would have any landscaping. Mr. Holt explained one of his clients would be helping him with landscaping the building. Commissioner Monn inquired if Mr. Holt would have his own trash pickup. Mr. Holt reported this was the case. Commissioner Nelson expressed concern with the fact there would be no buffer zone in place noting this use could generate a great deal of noise given the fact the dogs were untrained. Mr. Holt stated he was planning to install acoustic tiles to assist with noise concerns. Commission Nelson supported there being a landscaping buffer in place between the dog kennel and the adjacent property. Further discussion ensued regarding the kennel operations. Commissioner Munson questioned what the typical length of stay would be for boarded dogs. Mr. Holt estimated this would be three to five days. MOTION/SECOND: Commissioner Monn/Commissioner Farmer. To approve Resolution 1140-21, a Resolution Recommending Approval of a Conditional Use Permit for an Animal