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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - OCTOBER 4,2000 6 Ms. Chaput stated that ifthe Planning Commission makes a recommendation on this Planning Case, it wonld be heard at the October 30,2000 regular meeting of the City Council. . Acting Chair Nelson closed the public hearing at 7:54 p.m. Commissioner Galatowitsch asked whether the gazebos would be constructed in a similar style. Ms. Chaput stated the gazebos are shown in various diagrams contained in the staff memo and scem very similar in style. Commissioner Sand noted an additional structure depicted in a diagram situated between the two gazebos. He requested clarification with regard to this structure. Mr. Orlando Logclcn, North Heights Lutheran Church, stated that the structure in question is a pavilion to be constructed in the future. Commissioner Sand stated that an outdoor stage was located in that area, and plans for a roof over the stage had been discussed. He asked whether that would be considered an accessory structurc. Ms. Chaput stated that supports and a roof would constitute an accessory structure and a building pennit would be necessary for such construction. Commissioner Sand stated that the proposed plans showing the gazebos are inconsistent with the Church's master plan to the extent that a retirement ccnter and retreat center locatcd in the southcmmost portion of the property are not dcpicted on the mastcr plan. Hc requested clarification. Mr. Logelen stated that the proposed plans are preliminary stage drawings for plans to be reviewed at a future date. He addcd that is part of the master plan expansion. . Commissioner Sand asked whcther the master plan is therefore incorrect. Ms. Chaput stated that thc applicants were not quite ready with the finalized master plan but wanted to construct the gazebos as soon as possible. She added that the applicants intend to obtain Commission approval before future expansions are undertaken. Commissioner Duchenes asked whether the gazebos will be used for perfollnance purposes and whether any noise issues will arise. Mr. Logelen stated that the gazebos are not intended for perfonnance, adding that the larger gazebo will be a reception area, and the smaller gazebo will be for prayer purposes. Acting Chair Nelson asked whether the issue with regard to trucks being parked at the rear of the main structure has been rectified. Mr. Ken Kearns, North Heights Lutheran Church, confirmed that there are no trucks in that area. Acting Chair Nelson asked when the applicants intend to construct the gazebos. Mr. Keams stated they hoped to construct the gazebos this fall, as soon as permission is gTanted. He asked for clarification with regard to timing of the application. Acting Chair Nelson stated the case would be heard by the City Council at their October 30 . rcgular meeting. He added thc Council will act on the case, and if approved, a permit could be issued thc next day.