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. . . city Council Minutes October 19, 1992 Page 7 of animated or flashing signs. Therefore, no ordinance regarding this type of sign was Planning commission representative, stated that did not feel that the use of shimmering disks a safety concern. amendment to the sign neces.sary. Bob Minton, the Planning Commission in moderation would pose Off-Premise signs!Nowthen Country Store Janelle Szklarski stated that Nowthen Country Store has two off-premise signs located in a residential zone, which is not allowed. Ms. Szklarski stated that they reviewed the situation regarding Nowthen's off-premise signs and have concluded that the signs are not grandfathered in as no sign permits were found at City Hall. Bob Minton, Planning Commission representative, concluded that no ordinance amendment should be drafted to allow these types of signs in residential areas as doing so would create a precedent. Janelle Szklarski stated that the signage for the proposed Farmer's Market which will be locating in Elk River was also discussed by the Planning Commission. She stated that no action was taken as they will need more information from the Farmer's Market prior to making a decision. 7.7. Consideration of Action Plan By Custom Motors steve Rohlf stated that the Planning Commission has been working with Custom Motors on issues relating to their business. He stated that Custom Motors is looking for some direction from Council so that they can determine what their action plan should entail. Some of the issues that are being considered are whether or not to relocate Custom Motors and whether or not to rezone the property to single family residential. Also, being considered is screening of the property and environmental concerns. Bob Minton, Planning Commission Representative, stated that the Planning Commission recommended that screening take place in the near future and that Custom Motors eventually relocate their business and that rezoning take place if Custom Motors relocates. Discussion was held regarding screening of Custom Motors. Sandra Roy, property owner, indicated that they have received some quotes on fencing of the property. The Council suggested that fencing take place by June 1. Bob Miller, Custom Motor's Attorney, stated that June 1 would be appropriate for screening. Peter Beck, City Attorney, stated that the property should be rezoned to be consistent with the long range plan and stated that this can be done by the City Council. Bob Miller, Custom Motor's Attorney, questioned if the property were rezoned, how long it would be before the nonconforming use status would be enforced. He stated that Custom Motors would have a five year amortization period to comply with the City's Code. Peter Beck stated that the amortization period is adopted by City ordinance and can be adjusted by the City Council.