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. Arden Hills Council 3 December 27, 1993 UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS CASE #93-24 SPECIAL USE PERMIT THOMAS GOSERUD 4350 HAMLINE AVENUE Community Planning Coordinator Fritsinger stated that Tom Goserud was requested by the City staff to apply for a Special Use Permit to operate a nursery at 4350 Hamline Avenue. Staff had identified the lack of a SUP for the operation of a nursery at this address. Mr. Fritsinger explained that the applicant has been operating a nursery at this location since 1973. The business consists of the retailing of spring flowers and vegetables, Christmas trees, and associated accessories. This business has operated under an approved retail sales license and sign permit since 1973. Mr, Fritsinger outlined the following findings of fact: The business operates during the months of May, June, November and December; There is one approved sign which is displayed . only during the months mentioned above; Parking is provided on this lot as well as the vacant lot to the South; The business meets the definition of a Nursery which is 11 any land used to raise trees, shrubs, flowers, and other live plants for sale and commerce; A curb cut onto Hamline Avenue is present on the vacant lot. Fritsinger reported that staff and the Planning Commission have recommended approval of the Special Use Permit with the following conditions: A. No parking shall be permitted on Hamline Avenue. Parking shall be limited to a minimum of two spaces on the property. Parking shall be encouraged on the vacant lot (4340 Hamline Avenue) . However, in order to keep the residential appearance of the property, no asphalting shall be undertaken. B. All signage needs to be approved through the City's Sign Ordinance/Permit process. C. All sales/cash transactions are to occur within the primary structure located on the site (home/garage) . D. Any City/County/State business licenses be secured. .