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with it Historicallyr, manyr of the home occupation permits weYe in e�sting accessoryr structures not set up for commeYcial uses. Outdoor Storage — This use is more typical of larger operations that likelyT should be in industrial locations. Interim Use Permits ■ An�T occupation that does not meet the permitted requirements would be reviewed through the NP process. The intent of the NP is to evaluate, after a set amount of time, the impact a permitted home occupation is having on the neighborhood or the cit�T. In contrast, once a CUP is approved, it runs `vith the propernT in perpetuity. A ne`v IUP mayT be applied for after the original IUP has terminated. Staff also did some reorganizing of information, removed some redundancies, and added/modified regulations. A couple of things looked at since the last commission work session: ■ The reduction in the gross vehicle weight of delivery- trucks. This is proposed to remove the abilityT for semi (tractor trailer) deliveries. ■ A section pertaining to valid pree�sting businesses, recognizing these mayT e�st `vithout proper approvals and thus providing a mechanism for the use to possibly continue. The main goal of this amendment is to maintain livable neighborhoods and protect the qualityr of residential life, protect the appearance of the neighborhood, and protect residents' investment in their residential properties. ByT limiting home occupations to on1�T the home, the commission believes these goals can more like1�T be obtained. Staff revie`ved 12 neighboring communities and 10 of the communities allow home occupations to be conducted on1�T in the home. Princeton and Ramse�T allow them in detached accessoryT structures with Princeton not allo`ving more than 625 square feet. A secondaryr goal is to limit the outreach to elected officials by Yemoving the frustrations (time, costs, and upgrades) the propertyT owner will face when an architect/engineer is required for their business to operate in an accessoryT structure. Also, improvements may be in the ground, under concrete floors, and behind `valls that do not meet commeYcial code Yequirements, and this is difficult foY the building depaYtment to inspect/approve, shoYt of having the owner demolishing the area(s) of concern. Financial Impact None Mission/Policy/Goal ■ Maintain livable neighborhoods ■ Protect the qualityT of residential life ■ Protect the appearance of the neighborhood ■ Protect residents' investment in their residential properties Attachments ■ None