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. . . Planning Commission Minutes April 27, 2004 Page 3 TOWNHOUSE/MULTIPLE FAMILY TO R4 MULTIPLE FAMILY, BASED ON THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS: 1. THE REQUEST IS CONSISTENT WITH ADJACENT ZONING AND USES. 2. THE USE IS CONSISTENT WITH THE ZONING. 3. THE ZONING IS CONSISTENT WITH THE LAND USE. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. 5.2. Request Pete's Mini Storage for Conditional Use Permit to Construct Addition. Case No. CU 04-06 Commissioner Stevens abstained from discussion of this item due to a potential conflict of interest. Senior Planner Scott Harlicker stated that Pete's Mini Storage requests a conditional use permit to allow expansion of an existing mini storage. Mr. Harlicker reviewed staff's analysis of the request regarding setbacks and drainage, landscaping, building elevations and materials. Staff recommends approval of the request with the three conditions listed in the staff report. Chair Ropp opened the public hearing. Pete Rohlf, applicant, explained where the additions would be constructed on each of the buildings. Mr. Rohlf stated that there are approximately 20 trees on 1911h Avenue and that he did not wish to plant trees on the east side of the most easterly existing building, as this area is used for snow storage. Commissioner Pederson asked if any of the property was fenced. Mr. Rohlf stated no and that at the time the original mini storage facility was approved, the City Council felt that a fence would be more dangerous than not having a fence. He noted that the only problem he has experienced was kids breaking lights and he has since installed lights that can't be broken. Joe Story, 11868191% Avenue, stated that there was a lot of traffic through the mini storage facility. He stated that fencing around mini storage facilities is common. He stated that he is opposed to the R4 zoning because it would allow more apartments. Chair Ropp asked the applicant if he limited the hours of operation. Mr. Rohlf stated yes; and that 8 p.m. is usually the latest that the units are accessed. Commissioner Curtis asked how often Mr. Rohlf is on the property. Mr. Rohlf stated that he visits the site every 2 - 3 days. There being no further public comment, Chair Ropp closed the public hearing. Commissioner Pederson stated that he had significant concerns regarding security and for the issues raised by the residents. He stated that he encouraged them to call the police if they noticed any suspicious activity on the property. He stated that he would like to see the site fenced and gated, and that he would like to see security lighting addressed, as well. He stated that he understood Mr. Rohlf's snow storage issue, but felt that trees should be place in this area as recommended by staff. Commissioner Pederson asked if the Police