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City of Gem Lake Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 14, 2024 1 | Page City of Gem Lake Planning Commission Meeting – August 14, 2024 Meeting Minutes Planning Commission Chair Joshua Patrick called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Commission Members Art Pratt, Don Cummings, and Stephanie Farrell were present. Not present was Commission Member Derek Wippich. Also present: City Planner Evan Monson, City Attorney Kevin Beck, Acting City Clerk Melissa Lawrence, Phillps Architects & Contractors President David Phillips, and Krunch Dumpster Compacting President Joe Huth. August 14, 2024 A motion was introduced by Commissioner Pratt to accept the agenda, seconded by Commissioner Farrell. Motion carried 4-0. Minutes A motion was introduced by Commissioner Pratt, seconded by Commission Chair Patrick to approve the July 9, 2024, Planning Commission Meeting minutes. Motion carried 4-0. Public Hearings Zoning Requests – Barnett Kia (Zoning Compliance Request, Lot Line Adjustment Request, Zoning Amendment Request) Commission Chair Patrick introduced a motion to open the public hearing on the matter at 7:01 p.m., seconded by Commissioner Pratt. Motion carried 4-0. City Planner Evan Monson summarized the requests. At 3610 Highway 61, Barnett Companies is looking to remove their existing building (31,865 SF) and build a new one (34,060 SF) on the north side of their property. The building would be an upgraded version of their existing one, including spaces for a carwash, service garage, sales floor, vehicle delivery, and administration. The existing building is proposed to remain until the new building is constructed, and then would be removed. Phasing and sequencing plans would be put in place to remain operational during construction. The property to the north, 3700, is also owned by Barnett Properties. Both properties are within the City’s Gateway District and are within the Neighborhood Center Sub-Zone. The applicant’s proposed building type would not be consistent with the building types currently in the Gateway District, while the proposed use is currently listed as a nonconforming use in the zone. This request requires three separate applications for review and approval: 1. A lot line adjustment application. Barnett Properties owns both subject properties and is requesting a lot line adjustment to the north, to align with the parking lot entrances. The city has reviewed lot line adjustments through the ‘Minor Subdivision’ process. 2. A zoning ordinance amendment application. The Gateway District does not currently permit Automotive Dealerships, the applicant is requesting to allow Automotive Dealerships as a permitted use. The applicant is also proposing a new building type. 3. A zoning compliance permit application. This permit is required for redevelopment projects within the Gateway District. Lot Line Adjustment The applicant is requesting to adjust the lot line to accommodate the entrance from Highway 61. The subject lot (south/on the right) is currently 5.16 acres, and the abutting lot (north/on the left) is 4.17 acres. The proposed lot line would result in the subject lot being 5.56 acres and the abutting lot being 3.96 acres. The requested lot line adjustment is consistent with the requirements listed in Ord. No. 131.