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The applicant needs additional shop space (approximately 5,200 sqft) and will be constructing an addition west of the existing pole building and north of the “house” structure. The “house” structure will be utilized as office space. The applicant has indicated there will be no outdoor storage. The applicant has been operating the business on the adjoining property since 1998 and on the subject parcel since 2016. Staff is unaware of any concerns, issues, or complaints with the use on the subject property. In 2016, the properties zoning classification was change to C-3 Highway Commercial, allowing the commercial use. Analysis Comprehensive Plan The Gravel Mining Area Land Use, Transportation, and Utility Plan guide the properties for Highway Business uses where commercial uses are allowed and encouraged. The proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Transportation/Circulation Access to the site is off US Highway 169 in the northwest corner of the site. A portion of the driveway crosses over the neighboring property to the north. The driveway is located within the setback requirements but does not require a variance as it is an existing driveway. Runoff from this new impervious surface (gravel is defined as impervious per MPCA guidelines) must be treated. Parking The parking requirements for the proposed uses are one stall for every 300 square feet of area. The building is 9,000 square feet in size, requiring 30 stalls. Section 30-901 states all driving areas and parking areas shall be bounded by B612 concrete curb and gutter. The submitted plan shows only an area for parking and is unclear how many stalls it provides. Prior to the City Council review, the applicant will be required to submit a scaled site plan showing the required number of parking stalls, paving material, and B612 concrete curb and gutter. If the applicant can demonstrate 30 stalls are not initially needed, they will need to show proof of parking on the site. Utilities The subject site has two active septic tanks and two active drainfields. The applicant will need to provide certificates of compliance for the applied for commercial activities. Grading/Drainage All areas of impervious surface must be treated. The applicant shall submit calculations and designs of stormwater Best Management Practices (BMP’s) that meet this. This may include the need for a stormwater holding pond. \\\\DC3-ELKR\\Shared\\Departments\\Community Development\\Planning\\Case Files\\CUP\\CU 19-14 Haugland (Auto-Rec Bodyworks Inc)\\4- Planning Commission\\4.1 sr CU 19-14 sr PC 8-27-2019.docx