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Minutes for the Planning Commission April 28, 1999 - Page 2 Kellison asked it there would be off street parking, and Peterson explained that townhomes require 1 1/2 to 2 parking spaces per unit, and his plan would provide four spaces per unit. Kellison felt that not having a cul-de-sac would be an inconvenience to postal service, moving vans and other vehicles wishing to turn around, as well as the fire trucks, and felt a hammerhead turnaround would be an option. Mr. Peterson stated he would like to work with the City Engineer to devise a system in place of the cul-de-sac. Kellison questioned the plowing of streets and driveways, and the maintenance of the lawns. Peterson stated a homeowners association would provide such labor, and the cost would be divided equally among all residents in the development. Kellison asked if an agreement was ever made involving all the affected property owners in the area regarding the roads. It was noted that Mr. Hauble had given no indication as to what he would like to do with his property. It was felt that all roads were making logical connections so far, and Mr. Hauble would have to plan accordingly. Mr. Hauble was present and stated he was not in agreement with the situation as is, but provided no alternative. Kellison made motion, seconded by Kleissler, to recommend approval of Beaver Ponds 4th Addition subject to the Findings of Fact and Recommendation, adding a provision for an adequate turnaround to be constructed at the end of the private drive. AYES: Kellison, Kleissler, Peterson, Schumann, Puleo NAY: Peltier Motion carried. Special Use Permit (North Country Auto Bodv) Public Hearin The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to consider the request of Galen J. Carlson and Rich Ober doing business as North Country Auto Body, 5451 140th Street N., for a special use permit for exterior storage of automobiles. The property is located in the SW comer of 140th St. and TH61. The property had been rezoned to Concentrated Business, which made the autobody shop a non -conforming use. Galen Calson was present, and stated he wanted to continue to use his property as an automobile body shop. Puleo opened the meeting for public comment. Rick Rau, 14155 Ferrara, stated he was the homeowner north of North Country Auto Body, and wanted to see the business continue to operate in the manner it is now. He felt is was a nice building and the property was kept clean. The Planning Commission discussed the setbacks for fences, and Kellison stated he would rather see the fence constructed on the property line, since the remaining five feet behind the fence may be left unmaintained. Kellison made motion, Puleo seconded, to recommend approval of the special use permit to North Country Auto Body for a non- conforming use and exterior storage, permitting him to construct the fence to the property line. All AYES. Motion carried. Eagle View Meadows Senior Housing PUD Public Hearin The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to consider the request of Burdette Berntson, 12686 Ethan Avenue, Spencer and Linda Arndt, 14134 Fenway Ave. N., and Landholding Group, Inc., 4704 Highway 61, White Bear Lake, for a Planned Unit Development of 76 rental townhomes for senior citizens to be located on the ten acres owned by Bumston and the Arndt's at the above addresses. The property is generally located along the west side of Fenway Avenue, north of 140th Street, and lies within the single family unit zoning district of the City. Paul Kelleher, Land Holding Group, Inc., presented the project to the Planning Commission, and said he had met with the Washington County HRA Director who felt more senior housing, with independent living conditions, was needed within Washington County. Kelleher stated they had built similar housing in other areas, and they maintain a waiting list for those homes.