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Planning and Zoning August 6, 2002 Meeting Minutes Ms. Bender indicated that someone had called on the north property and expressed interest in making it a boat manufacturing company. She then indicated that residents have said they would prefer something more residential than commercial. Commissioner Wilharber commented that owner-occupied is important because there are a lot of rental units in Willow Glen and they generate more calls for service from the police and social services. He then asked how that would be controlled to ensure that the units would always be owner-occupied. Mr. Fink indicated he would be willing to sign an agreement with the City to sell to buyers that are willing to take occupancy of the property but said that it would be difficult for the City to control someone’s right to rent out their property. He also commented that the design of the home may limit interest in renting. Commissioner Wilharber asked if Mr. Fink had spoken to Mr. Palzer in public works for further information. Mr. Fink indicated he had not but said he would be communicating with Rice Creek Watershed District and the building official. He then indicated that a wetland delineation had been done for the property and commented that they are not intending to impact the wetlands in any way. Commissioner Wilharber asked if Mr. Fink had met with the neighbors to the south. Mr. Fink said he had not. Commissioner Wilharber commented that this would be a movement that would more easily meet with the approval of residents in Center Oaks. Commissioner Kilian said he could not see rezoning the property when no one can know what will happen in the future. Commissioner Wilharber clarified that there would be such a small commercial building that the tax base would not be a large benefit to the City. Commissioner Helmbrecht indicated that a wetlands trade could be done in order to allow room for a larger building. She then said that the commercial property in town is very limited and she would be hesitant to zone away from commercial. Commissioner Wilharber indicated that he felt the concept was good but said the lawyer would need to look at it for the developer’s agreement and public works would need to make sure codes are met. Commissioner Kilian asked for clarification as to whether it is 420 square feet of garage for each unit or per building. Mr. Fink held up an elevation drawing of the homes they built in Blaine and said it seems they are two garages for each unit. Page 3 of 10