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. . . Planning Commission Minutes October 24, 2000 Page 2 Commissioner Baker asked what is being done regarding review of the sign ordinance. Mr. Wensman stated that he would need to check with Michele McPherson, Director of Planning, regarding that issue. He noted that regulation of signage in PUD's is established through the PUD agreement. Discussion followed regarding whether or not there may be additional tenants requiring signage on both sides of the building. Chair Mesich opened the public hearing. Wendy Aaesrud, representing Madison Marquette Realty Services, stated that there is a vacancy at the end of the building which will likely be leased as office space and only one sign would be necessary. Chair Mesich asked if parking would be a vailable for a tenant in this location. Ms. Aaesrud stated that parking was available. There being no further public comment. Chair Mesich closed the public hearing. Chair Mesich asked if the proposed sign meets the sign requirements. Steve Wensman explained that the applicant will be required to meet the sign regulations for the PUD in order for a sign permit to be issued. Commissioner Schuster arrived at this time (7: 1 0 p.m.) COMMISSIONER CHAMBERS MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE REQUEST BY MADISON MARQUETTE TO AMEND THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR ELK RIVER PLAZA 4TH ADDITION TO ALLOW TWO WALL SIGNS, CASE NO. CU 00-39. COMMISSIONER KUESTER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 5.2. Reauest bv Christine White for a Conditional Use Permit to Allow Horses on less than 5 acres (4.23 acres), Public Hearina - Case No. CU 00-40 Staff report by Steve Wensman. Christine White request a conditional use permit to keep horses in the R 1 a zoning district (20456 Meadowvale Road). Mr. Wensman explained that the property is 4.2 acres in size. The applicant intends to enclose a 160' x 730' area (2.68) acres with a fence for pasture. Mr. Wensman stated that County Ditch 28 crosses the rear of the property and staff has recommended that the ditch not be included in the fenced pasture. This would slightly reduce the pasture are to 2 acres. Staff recommends approval of the request with the four conditions listed in the staff report. Chair Mesich opened the public hearing. Chair Mesich as if the applicant had horses on the property now. Ms. White stated that she had one horse now which was boarded at her neighbors, John Tomlinson and Linda Allen, and she would be purchasing another. There being no further comments from the public, Chair Mesich closed the public hearing.