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o Planning Commission Minutes November 20, 1984 Page Three Kim Reinert was present and indicated that she was a neighbor of the Nussbaum's and stated that the agricultural building was a very nice building. She further indicated that she would like to see the building neatly kept and maintained. Ms. Reinert indicated that she felt at the present time that the animals were not creating a problem but would like to know if there would be more animals in the future. Ms. Reinert also had a concern regarding the upkeep of the property in regards to the devaluation of surrounding prop~rties. Mr. Nussbaum indicated that at the present time, he has about 25 goats and sheep and also about 500 poultry which included ducks, chickens, and turkeys. Mr. Nussbaum further indicated that he had other neighbors with ducks and geese and that another neighbor has just recently put up a barn and he keeps ducks and horses on his property. Mrs. Nussbaum indicated that they run an organic farm on their land and that they need the manure they get from the animals for the farm. Mrs. Nussbaum further indicated that she felt it would put them out of business if they had to get rid of their animals. Rick Breezee indicated that the Nussbaum's were in an A-I zone and that this type of use is typically found in A-I zones. Chairman Tralle closed the public hearing. General discussion was held regarding the number of animals Mr. Nussbaum kept on his property. Mr. Nussbaum indicated that the fowl is confined in the building, and fenced, and are not allowed to roam the property. Mr. Nussbaum further in- dicated that they had 12~ acres of land and that the building is 32 feet by 40 feet and that the number of animals he would be allowed to keep would be limited according to the size of the building. Discussion was held regarding the fact that the agricultural building w~s built before a building permit was acquired from the City. Mr. Nussbaum indicated that the builder was in charge of building the structure, and he was under the intention that the builder would acquire the permit if it were necessary. Commissioner Wille indicated that he had no problem with the variance request and its location but also indicated that he felt that they are in a situation where they are forced to do something because the builder did not get the building permit. Commissioner Wille further indicated that he felt there is no control as to what type of animals and how many animals could comfortably be taken care of in this situation. COMMISSIONER TEMPLE MOVED TO RECOMMEND TO THE CITY COUNCIL THAT THE VARIANCE REQUEST BY MR. SAMUEL NUSSBAUM OF 12831 RANCH ROAD BE GRANTED FOR A METAL-SKINNED AGRICULTURAL BUILDING WITH THE RESTRICTION OF 500 FOWL AND 25 ADULT ANIMALS TO INCLUDE SHEEP, GOATS AND HORSES. COMMISSIONER OSTER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 6-0. 7. Variance Request by Mr. Wade Turner/Public Hearing Chairman Tralle indicated that Mr. & Mrs. Wade Turner of 1854 Main Stre~t are questing a variance to the 30 foot front yard setback in an R-Ic zoned area. Wade Turner indicated that he was requesting a variance that would allow them remodel their existing home by removing one portion and adding a new portion. re- Mr. to