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Planning Commission Page 2 June 22,2021 Commissioner Beise asked how many dogs the applicant can personally own and is that outlined in the CUP. Mr. Leeseberg stated the applicant is allowed 3 animals per city ordinance. He stated he did not specify that in the conditions of the CUP,but the commission could add it. Heidy Knebel, the applicant, spoke and stated she owns 3 pets, all under 20 pounds, and is asking to board no more than 3 additional animals, small or medium- sized, depending on weight. She understood a large dog may count as 2 animal units. Commissioner Johnson asked if the commission is required to specify a number of animal units in the CUP conditions. Mr. Leeseberg stated the commission can add a specific number,but the number of units depends on the size of the dogs. Chair Larson-Vito opened the public hearing. Matt Ecklund, 9728 178th Ave. NW,lives west of the applicant's property and has for 31 years. He stated the applicants have a building on their property that is not shown in the photos. He stated he does not mind what they do on their property but he expressed his concerns with allowing this type of business in a very quiet neighborhood. He stated there is screening so they do not see much of their neighbors but outlined his concerns with vehicle traffic, animal noise and smell, and how this will affect his property resale. He stated he likes their neighbors but does not feel this type of activity should be allowed in his neighborhood. Greg Dunsmore,9657 178t Ave. NW,lives across the street from the applicant and has owned his home for 33 years. He is also concerned with vehicle traffic and activity,and his property values decreasing,by allowing this type of business in his neighborhood. There being no one else to speak,Chair Larson-Vito closed the public hearing. Commissioner Jordan asked Ms. Knebel to explain the logistics of someone showing up with a dog. He had concerns with the amount of additional traffic in the neighborhood. Ms. Knebel explained she grooms one dog at a time, so one car to drop off the dog, and then a few hours later pick up when animal is done. She stated clients currently use the front door of the house but will be using the garage entrance in the future. She stated she has no employees and does not plan on adding any. She figures 4-5 dogs groomed per day. She stated she was given permission to put up a sign to advertise her business. She offers overnight boarding also. She stated she understands the residential concerns with property values and is pretty picky when it comes to cleanliness of her property. She stated they are looking to add value to the property,not decrease it. She hopes to add a privacy fence one day. She indicated ►/ riNil / r NATURE