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However, as noted above, the graphic summaries in the RV regulations require a 40 foot setback. The property owner, Mr. Lunzer, has requested a clarification from the Planning Commission and City Council regarding this somewhat confusing aspect ofthe Code. Item 4.B on the May 2,2007, Planning Commission agenda includes a draft revision of the RV regulations. In the draft revision, the minimum setback for a storing RVs or utility trailers outside would be changed from 40 feet to "not forward of the principle structure." If that provision is adopted as written in the draft regulations, this property owner would potentially not be in violation of the Zoning Code. However, the revised RV regulations do not take into consideration accessory structures that may be stepped back from the principle structure. At 1795 Chatham, the accessory structure is about 50 feet from the front property line and the trailer would be parked forward of the accessory structure but behind the principle structure. City Staff has not issued a citation to the property owner. Further action will depend on the results of the Zoning Code interpretation or changes to the Zoning Code and the property owner's compliance with the interpretation or revised regulations. Options The Planning Commission can make an interpretation regarding this one particular issue, or the final interpretation could be incorporated into a revised and clarified set of R V regulations, which would be a longer term solution. Given recent events regarding the RV storage regulations, Staff strongly recommends adopting a revised and clarified RV storage code to deal with this issue and other confusing aspects of the RV regulations. However, ifthe Planning Commission believes that an RV should not be stored closer than 40 feet to the front property line regardless of the location ofthe dwelling, then that interpretation should be stated and the property owner will be expected to comply. The RV'regulations can then be modified to specifically require a 40 foot setback in all areas of the City. Ultimately, the R V storage regulations do not have to be tied to the "buildable" portion of the lot or any other existing setbacks. If the Planning Commission chooses to make an interpretation regarding this one particular setback issue, a motion recommending a particular interpretation should be made. That recommendation would be sent to the City Council for [mal action, A final interpretation would apply to all residential properties. If the Planning Commission wants to revise the RV regulations to deal with this and other issues, this particular interpretation request can be tabled pending review and adoption of a revised set ofRV storage regulations. The property owner would then be expected to comply with any revised regulations that are adopted. City of Arden Hills Planning Commission Meeting for May 2, 2007 \\Metro-inet.uslardenhillslPlanninglPlanning Cases\2007\07-013 Zoning Code Amendment - RV Regulations\050207 - PC Report - RV Interpretation.doc Page 2 of3