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Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes May 2, 2006 Mr. Larson noted that he feels the ordinance from Brooklyn Park may be the closest to tonight's discussion. Commissioner Klennert Hunt noted that the porch type of architecture is making a come back. Commissioner Woods stated that he supports allowing a type of porch that has a roof, but no walls. The Commissioner discussed different architectural styles and continuity within neighborhoods. Commissioner Pangell asked if there was a way for the Planning Commission to see all the plans before they were approved. Mr. Larson stated that it could be made a Conditional Use Permit which would create more of a burden on the property owner. He cautioned that if the reason to see the plans was to approve architectural styles, then he suggests it not be a Conditional Use Permit because then you are trying to impose the Planning Commission's design taste onto individuals. The Commission discussed possible setback issues and materials allowed. Mr. Larson stated that he will draft an ordinance amendment that incorporates the Brooklyn Park language and also that no metal or tin roofs are allowed on the structure. He stated that he will E-mail this information to the Commissioners and suggested scheduling a public hearing for the June meeting. Motion by Commissioner Pannell, seconded by Commissioner Wright, to direct the City Administrator to draft an ordinance amendment to allow covered porches and schedule a public hearing for the June meeting. All present in favor. Motion carried unanimously. VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS None. VII. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES Apri14, 2006 Planning and Zoning Meeting Minutes Motion by Commissioner Klennert Hunt, seconded by Commissioner Pannell to approve the Minutes of April 4, 2006, as presented. Commissioners Pannell, Wright, Klennert Hunt and Woods in favor. Chair Hanson abstained. Motion carried. Page 13 of 14