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Planning Commission Minutes May 22, 2001 Page 3 . John Kuester, Park and Recreation Commission Chair, asked how the buffer along the city trail would be established. Steve Rohlf explained that Tiller has a chain link fence on their western property boundary, and that it would be fairly easy to measure the 200 foot buffer zone. He stated that inspections will be done periodically and he expects Tiller to ensure that the trees survive. Mr. Rohlf noted that conditions are included in the permit regarding oak wilt. Commissioner Schuster asked how extensive the sale of gravel would be from the site. Mr. Carons explained that Tiller's sales department handles sales by phone and the only sign on the site will be consistent with the 1-2 zoning district. Mr. Carons noted that some local contractors occasionally come in for a load of sand. Commissioner Mesich asked how long the mining operation will be extended by this additional land. Mr. Carons stated that at most, the operation may be extended by 2-5 years. Mr. Rohlf noted that the timing of the mining operations is being accelerated by the demand from the metro area. Commissioner Franz asked if there is enough top soil set aside for reclamation. Mr. Caron stated that they are overburdened with topsoil and felt confident it will be adequate. . COMMISSIONER BAKER MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE REQUEST BY TILLER CORPORATION FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THEIR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO EXPAND THEIR MINING AREA, CASE NO. CU 01-19, WITH THE CONDITIONS AS OUTLINED IN THE STAFF REPORT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT. COMMISSIONER FRANZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0. Request by Brian Brueske (AquaPure) for an Interim Use Permit, Public Hearing - Case No. CU 01-18 5.2. . Staff report by Scott Harlicker. Brian Brueske requests an interim use permit to allow the development of industrial property which is within the Urban Service Area, prior to the availability of municipal sewer and water. The property is owned by Dick Hetland (Elk River Recycling Center) and is located at 16501 Highway 10. Mr. Harlicker explained that the zoning code would allow construction of a second principle structure prior to the immediate availability of water and sewer, with certain conditions. However, Mr. Brueske has stated he wants to own, not lease his land and building. Also, Mr. Harlicker eXplained that a PUD (planned Unit Development) is not an option for development prior to water and sewer, due to the small size of the property (1 acre). He discussed criteria for determining the appropriateness of an interim use permit. Mr. Harlicker explained that the interim use would expire upon availability of services and the property owner would be required to pay assessments and other costs associated with hooking up to sewer and water. Staff feels that the applicant's request is consistent with the criteria and