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Planning Commission Minutes September 14, 2006 Page 9 equipment necessary for the operation of the business would be allowed in the outdoor storage area. Mr. Barnhart reviewed staff's recommended conditions of approval, and noted that most of the conditions listed in the staff report have been worked out with the applicant. In regard to Condition #4, the City Engineer has suggested leaving the three accesses for the property as they currently exist. He noted that Condition #10 was an error and should be omitted. Commissioner Stevens asked why a well is being required. Mr. Barnhart stated that the applicant is currently using the neighboring well and the condition was added to address this concern. Commissioner Stevens asked how long the non-business items been stored on the property. Mr. Barnhart stated that he was not sure, but staff felt that this was an opportunity to address the issue. Chair Lemke opened the public hearing. Glen Haugen, 14225 214 Avenue, applicant -Stated that the fence will be moved back to the southern most point of the building and will not surround the front area. He distributed sketches of his revised plan. He felt that the contractor for the contractor for the 165 Avenue road improvement project should pour the aprons to the right of way. Mr. Barnhart stated that although he does not know the specifics of this particular project, typically contractors are directed to pour aprons for existing improved driveways. He stated the issue could be discussed with the City Engineer. Mr. Haugen stated that it was his understanding the original application for Kober Excavating included storage of equipment and pipe storage, as well as outdoor rental storage. He stated that the boats will be removed and that he is in the process of cleaning up the site. The owner of the mobile home is in the process of securing a lot and hopes to move it out soon. Mr. Barnhart stated that the ordinance only allows outdoor storage as an accessory use. He stated that rental storage would not be allowed, consistent with the I1 and I2 zoning. He stated that the intent is for the outdoor storage to be related to the business occupying the property. Mr. Haugen asked if he would be able to park his own boat on the site. Mr. Barnhart stated that would not be an issue. Mr. Haugen asked what improvements were covered in the request for a letter of credit and that he felt $50,000 was excessive. Mr. Barnhart stated that the letter of credit could be requested in an amount up to $50,000 and was based on estimated cost of the improvements, subject to approval by the City Engineer, to cover items such as silt fencing, wetland protection and landscaping. Mr. Haugen stated that he felt $25,000 was more appropriate. Clarisse Fontaine, 3 Way Properties - Stated that the request was not just for Kober Excavating and the conditional use permit is being requested to allow other types of storage. Mr. Barnhart explained that the permit will be tied to the storage of excavating equipment. There being no further public comment, Chair Lemke closed the public hearing. Commissioner Westgaard stated that the utilization of the outdoor storage area would need to be consistent with the applicant occupying the building. Mr. Barnhart stated that he would caution that some uses may not be appropriate and felt that if the use changes, the City Council should have an opportunity for review.