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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - SEPTEMBER 1, 1999 DR 18 1 Chair Erickson closed the public hearing at 10:00 p.m., as no one else wished to address the Planning Commission. . Commissioner Nelson noted that the proposed generator would stick out 12 feet beyond the 10 foot setback from the building. He asked if the location of the generator being 10 feet away from the building was a minimum Code requirement. Mr. Lawfor stated that the 10 foot distance was based upon the location of the transformer and being able to hook up the heaters. Ms. Randall stated that the City Code required at least a five foot distance from the building. Commissioner Nelson stated that he had concerns regarding the generator effecting the traffic pattern of the loading dock. Mr. Rothbauer stated that the ease of the traffic pattern would be verified prior to installation. Commissioner Nelson asked if it would be possible to require the proposed generator to be no more than five feet from the building. Ms. Randall stated that this would be possible. She suggested verifying the requirements ofthe Building Code prior to the City Council review of the Planning Case. Commissioner Baker suggested a condition of approval be added that the location ofthe proposed generator be confirmed by the Building Inspector. Chair Erickson noted that the proximity to the transformer should be considered as well. He felt that the proposed generator should be placed as close to the building and transformer as needed to allow the generator to be hooked up, while still meeting applicable Code requirements. Commissioner Rye moved, seconded by Commissioner Nelson to recommend approval e of Planning Case 99-17, Site Plan, to allow for the construction of a 4 foot 3 inch by 12 foot 9 and one-half inch generator, conditioned on: 1. The generator only be run a maximum of five hours per month for servicing, or for the duration of any power failure. 2. The generator be placed as close to the building and transformer that the Building Code will allow. 3. A minimum of two protective bollards be placed to protect the generator. Commissioner Sand suggested a condition be added that at least two protective ballards be installed to protect the generator from vehicular damage. Commissioners Rye and Nelson agreed with the amendment to add condition number three to the motion. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). This Planning Case will be reviewed at the Monday, September 13,1999, City Council meeting. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Rem turned the floor over to Ms. Randall to present the Staff Report. Ms. Randall stated that she and Mr. Post will be meeting with McCombs, Frank, Roos Associates, Inc. to discuss the Civic Center Zoning District at the TCAAP property. The City used this firm for its Comprehensive Plan update. She invited the Planning Commissioners to .