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Planning Commission Minutes Page 3 April 26,2016 Dawn Martie, 18037 Joplin Street NW— stated that she feels the dogs are getting more aggressive. She stated that although there was no audio on the video shown,the dogs were growling the whole time she filmed them. She expressed her concern for her children if the dogs were to get out. Maria Sandstrom, 18049 Joplin,representing the applicant- stated that the dogs are rescue dogs and have often been tormented by children in the past. She explained that the dogs have past problems and do charge the fence,but what sounds like growling is their way of"talking". She stated that she normally lets the dogs out to feed them around the time the kids are waiting for the bus. Rick Fredrickson,13363 180 1/2 Circle NW- stated that the dogs do bark and run up to the fence. He stated that he watches to make sure they don't jump over the fence when he is walking with his grandchildren. There being no further public comment, Chair Johnson closed the public hearing. Commissioner Konietzko asked if the comments of the neighbors changes staff's recommendation. Mr. Leeseberg stated that staff still recommended approval,but suggested the Commission could include the north property line, due to the kids waiting for the bus, and the neighbor across the street. Chair Johnson asked if a 6-foot high fence could be required where the entire existing fence is now located without a variance. Mr.Leeseberg stated that a 6-foot fence in the front would not be allowed by city code, and would require a variance,but he would have to check to see if they could condition that as part of the CUP approval. Chair Johnson asked if slats in a chain link fence are allowed by city code. Mr. Leeseberg stated yes,but they would not be effective for complete privacy as the dogs could still see through it. Chair Johnson stated that the complaints have to do with the current dogs. Commissioner Konietzko asked if the approval is for these four specific dogs, or any four dogs. Mr. Leeseberg stated that the approval is for any four dogs. Chair Johnson stated that the fencing requirement would be beneficial for both the neighbors and for the dogs, especially if there is some tormenting of the dogs by neighboring children.. Commissioner Thiel stated he would support adding privacy features to the existing fence, and requiring that it remain in good repair. Mr. Leeseberg stated that staff usually does not recommend slats due to maintenance issues. Commissioner Larson-Vito asked if condition #10 references the city code regarding dogs running at large. Mr. Leeseberg stated yes, that dogs are not allowed to run around at large anywhere in the city. Commissioner Konietzko stated he supported the requirement for the 6-foot privacy fence. Chair Johnson concurred.