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. . . Planning Commission Minutes April 22, 2003 Page 3 5.4. Request by John Casey for a Conditional Use Permit for a Home Occupation/Truck Storage. Public Hearing - Case No. CU 03-06 Planner Chris Leeseberg reviewed the request by John Casey for a conditional use permit for a home occupation (drywall business) at 9922 178m Avenue NW. Mr. Leeseberg discussed the proposed business operation, hours of operation and number of employees. He noted that prior to a recent complaint, the City had not received any other complaints regarding the home-based business. Mr. Leeseberg reviewed photographs of the site. Staff recommends approval of the request with the five conditions listed in the staff report dated Apri122,2003. Commissioner Franz asked about the nature of the complaint. Mr. Leeseberg stated that a resident called to complain about three businesses in the area. The complainant was concerned about the overall aesthetics in the area. Upon visiting the site, Mr. Leeseberg noticed a semi parked in the street. Mr. Casey explained to him that this type of truck was not normally used, but was being used on this occasion because his tandem truck had broke down. Chair Pederson asked if there is a driveway for the pole bam. Mr. Leeseberg stated the driveway is currently being installed. Chair Pederson opened the public hearing. Brian Kubat, 9693 178th Avenue NW, stated that although Mr. Casey's business is currently small, it is a growing business. He objected to the heavy trucks tearing up the residential street, stating that repairs will be needed and he would be assessed. Mr. Kubat stated that the business was operated out of Mr. Casey's garage, and now it will be operating out of a pole building. He noted that there are high doors on the attached garage, which are not appropriate for a residence. He stated he did not want to see the business grow any larger than it is now. Mr. Kubat stated that if the business is approved, limitations need to be in place so that the aesthetics of the neighborhood are not compromised. Mr. Kubat stated that there are covenants on the property, but that the City does not enforce them. Daniel Davis, 9874 178th Avenue NW, stated that stated that he has lived in the area for 20 years. He expressed his objection to the request, stating that he would be able to see the parking area from his house, and did not feel the use was appropriate. Gordon Mire, 17753 Fillmore Street, stated that he does not see or hear vehicles from Mr. Casey's business and had no complaints. He was in favor of Mr. Casey's request. Greg Dunsmoor, 9657189th Street NW, stated that on one occasion, he observed a semi being unloaded from the street for delivery- to Mr. Casey's business. He stated that he was also forced to take another route to work because of the exhaust in the air from Mr. Casey's trucks idling. He stated that a residential neighborhood was no place for this type of business. John Casey, applicant, stated that he has been operating his business for 2 ~ years and has not had a complaint until recently. Mr. Casey explained that he plans to convert his existing attached garage into living space. He stated that the large garage doors will be moved to the pole building. He stated that his trucks leave between 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. Some materials are delivered once a month and others are delivered every- two weeks. Mr. Casey stated he did not feel Mr. Davis would be able to see parked vehicles from his property because of the