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Planning Commission Meeting December 19, 2000- page 2 have limited amounts of truck traffic in comparison to higher intensity industrial uses. The uses would be regulated in height, lot coverage, setbacks, landscaping, loading, and use type, so as to facilitate compatibility between these uses and residential development. The draft ordinance was unanimously recommended by the committee. Schumann opened the public hearing. Cale Konetchy, 14003 Fenway Ave. N., questioned the population of other cities with similar zoning districts. The Community Development Director replied that it varies with each city, but many cities of Hugo's size have several different Industrial Zoning classifications. Sean Connor, 14005 Fenway Ave. N., asked if any consideration was given to the hours of operation. Staff and the Commission explained that the specifics of business operations were addressed at the time the Conditional Use Permit was issued. Tom Junnila spoke on behalf of Joel and John Schweiter of Schweiter's Construction. Junilla expressed Joel and John Schwiters support in the creation of the new district and requested the Commission support the passing of the ordinance amendment. Ken Tschida of Cheeta Properties said there were better places for this type of zoning besides the property west of the Bald Eagle Industrial Park. Tschida said that in other communities, Office/Light Industrial zoning districts were usually located in a very visible and accessible area of the City and often located near hotels. Tschida said he felt the property along Frenchmen road would be more appropriate for this type of zoning. There were no other comments and Schumann closed the public hearing. Malaski thanked those who served on the committee. She said she approved of the zoning district and liked the outside storage limitations and screening requirements. Rosenquist agreed saying screening and controlling of outside storage is essential. Rooney said he supports the creation of the new district and that it will help control growth with the proper mix of uses. Kleissler said she felt that a statement regarding the limited outside storage should be incorporated into the purpose statement. McRoberts initiated a conservation regarding limiting the amount of truck traffic and hours of operations. The Commission concluded these issues would be carefully considered when issuing Conditional Use Permits for this district. Malaski made motion, Rooney seconded, to recommend approval of the establishment of a new office/light industrial zoning district with an amendment to the purpose statement to include the limited amount of exterior storage allowed in the district. Ayes: Kleissler, Malaski, Peltier, Rooney, Rosenquist, Schumann Abstain: McRoberts Motion carried.