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City Of Elk River 13065 Orono Pkwy. Elk River, MN 55330 Attn: Planning Commission RE: Case#'s ZC04-04 and ZC04-06 My property borders the northeast side of Pete's Mini Storage (Parcel D, Lot 24, Blk 2, Ridgewood East). Though I have only lived at this location for seven years there has seldom been any problem with noise or traffic. Matter-a-fact I have enjoyed having Peg's Mini Storage as a neighbor. Other locations in the neighborhood, such as a duplex across the street from me, have had far more disturbance and traffic than Pete's on his busiest day. Most of his patrons are extremely courteous pertaining to noise and when they visit their units. At the April 27th meeting we weren't given much of an opportunity to state our concerns about fencing. I'm very satisfied with the physical conditions of the facility and the planned expansion, but I am concerned about adding fencing. There currently is a drainage easement across the eastern side of Lot 24 that runs-off into a fenced in "holding pond." One of my concerns is that if fencing were put in it could affect the flow of the drainage. If something has to be added, I prefer shrubs. Another concern is that fencing could be a disruption of an already good, working relationship within the community. The four parcels of Lot 24 are rather small, and Pete has been very generous in allowing us to use part of his land that lies north of his building and driveway, and we have already created a natural boundary. He has always been a good neighbor to us and in return I feel we have been good neighbors, and good watchdogs. As for changing the zoning from R3 to R4, I feel that there are enough apartment buildings in the neighborhood. I often wondered why there was such a mix of zoning within a small area. Don't get me wrong. I'm not suggesting that you remove the existing units, but try to maintain the current ebb and flow of noise and traffic within this neighborhood by limiting expansion. I appreciate this opportunity to express my opinions and concerns. I would also suggest that one or more of the planning commission visit this sito prior to the May 17th meeting. I request that you view us as a cohesive, functioning community which Pete has been part of (without walls) for many years. My Grandfather always said 'that if it ain't broken don't fix it', and in my opinion the neighborhood ain't broken and fencing is not necessary. Sincerely ". ' , , :' ' [ Constance Mutchler I. ~ ~. {~C~? ~ U~' ~ 11812 Highland Rd Elk River, MN 763-441-6194