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07-19-2016 PCM MINUTES HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday,July19, 2016 5:30 p.m. 1.CALL TO ORDER 5:30 P.M. The July 19, 2016 Planning Commission meeting was called to order by Chair Hantgeat Chair Hantge 5:30 p.m. Members in bold were present , Commissioner Kirchoff, Commissioner KalenbergCommissioner Norton, Commissioner Arndt, , Commissioner Wick, CommissionerFaheyDan Jochum and. Also present were ,City Marc Sebora, Planner,Kent Exner, City Engineer, City Attorney,and Kyle Dimler, City Building Official. 2.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3.CONSENT AGENDA A.CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES DATED JUNE 21, 2016. Motion by Commissioner Wick, Second by Commissioner Norton. Motion approved. Motion to Approve –Motion to Reject 4.PUBLIC HEARINGS A.CONSIDERATION OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A 40 X 80 FINISHED METAL BUILDING IN AN I/C ZONING DISTRICT LOCATED AT 805 HWY 7 W parcel B. Dan Jochum, City Planner addressed the Commission. Mr. Jochum reviewed the lot and proposed buildingon the site of 805 Hwy 7 W, and the need for conditional use permits in an I/C zoning district and metal construction. Mr. Jochum reviewed the subject application as included in the Staff report in the Commissioners’ packets. Mr. Jochum noted that this project is not in the shoreland district. The parcel is a landlocked parcel. There is an easement on the west neighboring property to access this proposed building. The current gravel surface is not part of the easement but part of the conditions by the City Planning Staff is to have this area be a part of the easement or current easement area to be improved. Building to be used for personal storage now (this could change in future). Minutes Hutchinson Planning Commission June21, 2016 Page 2 There will be a small apron the west side of building to accommodate 2 parking stalls to be compliant with the City standards. Property is fairly well screened from residential properties to the north, however City Planning Staff would like to see 6’ evergreen trees planted every 6 feet on the north side of the property to help with screening during the late fall and winter months. Drainage needs to be handled on site and not affect neighboring properties.Most of the drainage should go south with the lay of the land. If easement remains on the far east of the property drainage will need to be addressed. Fahey questions lot coverage on the proposed lot.Mr. Jochum assured the commissioners that there will be enough room for the proposed construction and some future growth. Motion to approve with staff recommendations Motion to close hearing ––Motion to reject 5.NEW BUSINESS A.RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON PLANNING COMMISSION FINDING THAT A MODIFICATION TO THE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NO. 4 AND A TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 4- 18 CONFOMS TO THE GENERAL PLANS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND REDEVELOPMENT OF THE CITY. Jean Ward presented to the commissionand reviewed that this finding is only to indicate that this proposed use is consistent with the comprehensive plan. Motion made by commissioner Norton, second bycommissionerKalenburg to approve the resolution. Motion approved unanimously. B.DISCUSSION REGARDING REGULATION OF TEMPORARY FAMILY HEALTH CARE DWELLINGS. Mr. Jochum explained that the State level passed a temporary healthcare family dwelling law that folksin need of medical care would be able to stay ina “tiny house” on the propertyof a care giveras an accessory use, for a 6 month period. 2016 to opt out of this law and just follow their Cities have until September 1, own existing City ordinance. Mr. Jochum explained that there are many communities in our State that are opting out. Mr. Jochum expressed his concern for how these units would be hooked up to city water and sewer, and the standard that would need to be met. How does this affect neighborhoods? How does this affect residences? Minutes Hutchinson Planning Commission June21, 2016 Page 3 City Attorney, Marc Sebora, explained that many cities have the same concerns as we do and how this will all work to make sure that it is used for the correct purpose. Motion made by commissioner Arndt to opt out of this legislation, second by commissioner Wick. Motion approved unanimously. 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 7. COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF A. Upcoming Meetings Mr. Jochum noted that Staff has not yet received any applications for the August meeting, but the deadline has not yet expired. 8. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Arndt, Second by Commissioner Wick to adjourn at 5:59 p.m.