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Planning Commission Minutes Page 2 August 25, 2015 bobcat is often not used for 2 — 3 weeks at a time. He stated that most of the dust the neighbors complained about is coming from the cornfield on the adjacent property. John Dobrava, 11257 207`" Avenue NW, property owner to the north, stated that his only concern at this time is the bobcat. He stated he would like the hours of use to start after noon on Saturday, because people in his household often sleep till 11 a.m. He also asked that they not be allowed to operate the bobcat on holidays. Mr. Schroer stated that the bobcat is normally only operated a half a dozen times May through June. There being no further public comment, Chair Johnson closed the public hearing. Chair Johnson stated that he felt the applicant has made a significant number of improvements to the site since last month. He stated he did not have an issue with the 9 a.m. — noon hours on Saturday, since their business is primarily only May and June. Motion by Commissioner Konietzko and seconded by Commissioner Thiel to recommend approval of the request by Plant Place Inc. for a Conditional Use Permit, with the following conditions: 1. As a Conditional Use Permit is not a Building Permit, the applicant shall apply for all required permits. 2. The proposed storage area shall be reduced in size so as not exceed one -half acre in total storage area. 3. Any proposed expansion of the impervious surface area will need to be reviewed for compliance with the city's stormwater requirements. 4. Business operations shall not occur outside of the following hours of operation: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday 5. Business operations may also occur 9 a.m, to noon Saturdays April through June. 6. Retail sales will not be permitted. 7. Wholesale to the general public will not be permitted. 8. Noise levels shall not exceed the MPCA noise pollution guidelines for residential uses at the property line. 9. Freestanding signage shall be limited to six feet in area and six feet in height. 10. The Conditional Use Permit shall not be recorded until all applicable conditions have been substantially completed. 11. If the authorized use ceases for more than six months, the Conditional Use Permit shall expire. Motion carried 5 -0. 5.2 Request by City of Elk River for Ordinance Amendment Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units, Case No. OA 15 -09 — Public Hearing The staff report was presented by Chris Leeseberg.