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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - MARCH 13, 2000 5 . Ms. Randall reviewed the conditions required for approval of a Class II Home Occupation as contained in Zoning Ordinance Section VI, B, 3, a, which states home occupations are allowed as either accessory uses or special uses depending on the characteristics of the operation. Ms. Randall reviewed Zoning Ordinance Section VI, B, 3, c which states Class II Special Accessory Home Occupations may be allowed by Special Use Permit if they meet the conditions stipulated for all Home Occupations and the following conditions: I. The primary business activity shall be conducted by an occupant of the residence; 2. One person not residing in the residence may be employed to assist in the business activity; 3. It does not occupy more than thirty-three percent of the floor area of the dwelling; 4. It has a limited number of patrons visiting the premises; 5. Off-street parking for no more than two additional vehicles than those required by the occupants shall be permitted; on-street parking shall not be used to satisfy required parking; 6. It requires delivery of products to the premises no more than once per day. Ms. Randall advised that the area is sound proofed, however, the nature of the business may require music which should be kept to a minimum as to not disturb neighbors. Staff suggested setting hours of operation. . Ms. Randall explained that the applicant plans to occupy the residence and does not plan to have other employees at this time. Clients would be dealt with on a one-on-one basis, however, there could be an overlap, thus causing two clients at the same time for a short period of time. The clients could also have someone waiting for them, thus causing a third person. The property has ample parking for three patrons along with the applicant's vehicles. The business does not require the delivery of products. The training studio is 24 by 36 feet (864 square feet). The dwelling is 3,516 square feet (including the garage and studio area). The studio would be 24.5 percent of the dwelling, which is below the maximum 33 percent allowed. Ms. Randall advised that the Planning Commission recommend approval of Planning Case #00- 13, Special Use Permit for a personal training studio with eight conditions. Mayor Probst asked whether the applicant was comfortable with all the conditions stipulated by staff. Ms. Julie Schumacher stated she is comfortable with the conditions, adding the studio is soundproofed and the windows can not be opened. Councilmember Larson moved, seconded by Councilmember Grant, to approve Planning Case #00-13, Special Use Permit for a personal training studio with the following conditions: 1. Music be kept to a minimum as to not disturb neighbors and windows shall remain closed during sessions. Applicant must reside in the house. No more than one person can assist with the business. . 2. 3.