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City Council Minutes June 17, 1985 Page Twelve Mayor Hinkle commented that he felt this type of use was very common in the metropolitan area in R-4 zoning districts. Councilmember Schuldt questioned whether or not Mr. Kuhn was aware of the problem with sewer serving this area. Mr. Kuhn indicated that he was aware of the problem and understood that the situation was being reviewed by the City's engineer. Councilmember Williams indicated his disapproval of a metal-skinned exterior structure. Mr. Kuhn indicated that it was a matter of economics; that a a cement block structure would cost at least $1.5 million more. The City's Attorney, David Sellergren, indicated that he felt the wording of the Planning Commission's reeommendatiom,shouhl. be amended to read "business offices", rather than "professional offices." Councilmember Engstrom indicated his support for the facility. COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL MOVED TO APPORVE THE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO ALLOW HEALTH CLUB FACILITIES HOUSING BUSINESS OFFICE FACILITIES IN R-4 ZONING DISTRICTS~:AS A CONDITIONAL USE. COUNCILMEMBER ENGSTROM SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 4-1. COUNCILMEMBER WILLIAMS OPPOSED. COUNCILMEMBER SCHULDT MOVED TO APPROVE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST BY MR. RON KUHN AND MR. JOHN WEICHT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A HEALTH CLUB FACILITY HOUSING BUSINESS OFFICE FACILITIES IN AN R-4 ZONING DISTRICT, SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. THAT THE REQUIRED NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES BE INCLUDED. 2. THAT LANDSCAPING BE REQUIRED ACCORDING TO THE CITY STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION. 3. THAT THE HOURS OF OPERATION BE FROM 6:00 A.M. TO 12:00 A.M. 4. THAT THE LIGHTING NOT BE DIRECTED TO ANY RESIDENTIAL AREA. 5. THAT THE SITE BE ESTABLISHED WITH THE NECESSARY UTILITIES. 6. THAT THE SIGNAGE COMPLY WITH THE CITY'S SIGN ORDINANCE. COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 3-1. COUNCILMEMBER WILLIAMS OPPOSED. 16. Elk River Plaza Multi-Family Housing Site Plan Review Mr. Skip Sorenson, representing Barthel Realy, was present to review the proposed site plan for the Elk River Plaza multiple family hous~ng complex. Mr. Sorenson indicated that this parcel of property was approximately 3.3 acres in size, bounded; on the east by the shopping center, on the west by single family housing, on the south by the PUD, single family housing, and on the north by School Street. Mr. Sorenson indicated that it was proposed that bids on the proposed housing would be received prior to July 4th, with construction commencing in September 1985 and completion of the project in the ~pring of 1986. Mr. Sorenson indicated that the modification in the original plan was an:~-:inerease in the density from 36 units to 40 units, as directed by the Farmer's Home Administration. Mr. Sorenson indicated that instead of all townhouse units, there would be 2~two-story walkup apartment buildings and more garages and that a volleyball court had been added in addition to the basketball court and tot lot already planned for the project. Mayor Hinkle opened the discussion to the public for comments.