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. . . PAGE 5 Planning Commission Minutes Oc tober 28, 1986 5. Zone Change Request by Jody Kreuser/Public Hearing Chairman Wilson Drive for a zone from R2 to R3 to introduced the request by Jody Kreuser of 18593 Simonet change of Lots 6 and 7, Block 4, Auditors Subdivision #5 accommodate a daycare center. She stated that the proposed site was picked for a number of reasons; (1) no other R3 sites are available, (2) its close proximity to the schools, fire station, nursing home and Lion's Park and (3) close access to Highway #10 and Highway #169. Mrs. Kreuser stated that she is very aware of the need for a daycare facility, as she presently is full and has a waiting list to get into her present center. Mrs. Kreuser further stated that she realized there is some concern that the rezoning would create a spot zone but that the daycare center would be compatible with adjacent uses. Mr. Rohlf stated that the precedent for spot zoning in this area has already been established and that the R-3 would be consistent with the City land use map. Mr. Rohlf also stated that the Planning Commission must look at other uses allowed in R3 zones that this property could be used for in the event the daycare center did not happen. He explained the uses which would be allowed and noted that no more than seven density units would be allowed on the property, which would probably mean a 6- p1ex would be the largest structure that would be built. Chairman Wilson opened the public hearing. Mr. Doug Holmgren of 563 Gates stated that he did not object to the zone change, but that he had two concerns; (1) that the building should not project out toward the street and should be even with the other houses on the street, and (2) that there should be a stop sign at 4th and Gates with a painted crosswalk for the safety of the children. Mr. Al Hopper, neighbor immediately north of the proposed site, expressed his opposition to the proposed daycare center. He stated that he felt daycare is a business and should not be in a residential neighborhood, and further that the use would increase the already bad traffic situation. Mr. Hopper also stated he was concerned about what would happen to the building should the daycare center go out of business and concluded that the use would be an unwelcome addition to the area and would change the nature of the single family neighborhood. Mr. Rohlf stated that the following uses would be allowed in an R3 zone as principal uses and would only require a building permit: community centers, townhouses, multi-family dwelling units (maximum of seven for this size parcel), single family residences, two family, four family and public owned civic center uses.