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Background/Discussion Case No. CU 16-24 John Madsen is seeking to establish a doggy daycare and hotel (commercial kennel) at 503 Jackson Ave NW. The property is located t/4 mile north of US Hwy 10 at the intersection of Jackson Ave and 5th Street. Nearby businesses include the Sherburne County Highway Department to the south, a construction facility to the north, and a heavy manufacturing facility to the west. Residential properties are located east and across Jackson Ave. The business will occupy the entire two-story building,which will include dog daycare and overnight boarding services. Daycare/kennel operations will begin at 6:30 a.m. and pick-up time ends at 6:00 p.m. on weekdays. Daycare/kennel services will also operate from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekends. Zoning The applicant also requested an ordinance amendment to allow commercial kennels in the Central Commercial (C-1) zoning district. Many cities classified similar businesses as a commercial kennel,which was already permitted under their city code,while other cities amended the ordinance after receiving a request for these facilities. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the ordinance amendment to allow commercial kennels in the Central Commercial (C-1) zoning district and also showed support for this facility at the proposed location and unanimously recommended approval. Comprehensive Plan The subject property is guided by the Mississippi Connections which seeks to reinvent the area as a destination for a variety of uses and activities. The redevelopment framework was adopted by the City Council in November,2012. The proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Site Plan As detailed in the site plan, there will be a two-phased approach to the building. The first phase includes outdoor recreation areas and a staff lounge on the second floor. As the business grows and overnight boarding increases, additional kennels will be provided on the second floor to accommodate overnight boarding. A staff residence will also be included to provide 24-hour care opportunities for dogs kept overnight. Residential uses associated with a principal use are allowed as a conditional use in the Central Commercial (C-1) zoning district. Setback The proposed accessory structure located in the outdoor storage area must meet the setbacks outlined in the Central Commercial district for accessory structures. As indicated in the proposed site plan, all setbacks will be met. Building and Architecture Floor plans have been included with the application. The proposed exterior of building is staying the same with the addition of a door to the rear of the building, accessing the proposed outdoor play area. An outdoor play area is proposed in the rear of the building and will house a small storage shed. The outdoor play area and storage shed will be completely enclosed by a six foot opaque fence. N:APublic Bodies\Agenda Packets\11-07-2016\Final\8.1 CU 16-24 sr CC 11-7-16_Dogp-Dapcare.docx