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that a relocation of dwelling units may be permitted in the R-l zoning district where all necessary specifications concerning lot size, setbacks, type of use, height restriction and other conditions are met. In addition, when a relocated building is brought into the city it is necessary to receive a special permit from the city and be inspected to the chief building official prior to movement. The applicant is proposing to relocate an existing single-family home currently located in the City of St. Paul to the residential lot located at 3125 Rice Street. The property abuts and is directly south of the railroad right-of-way crossing Rice Street. The lot exceeds the 11,000 square feet minimum lot size required by the city code and is zoned R-l. Neujahr's proposal is to relocate the 24 x 46' single-story rambler onto the site and construct an attached 2-car garage. The chief building official has noted that the home is basically sound but needs to be upgraded to meet the building electrical, mechanical, and other building codes. These upgrades are needed prior to occupancy ofthe unit. Neujahr proposes an over-sized garage doors on the garage. The purpose of this is to provide access for a recreation vehicle. The staff has reiterated that this property is zoned R-l and commercial-industrial uses are not allowed in this district. The engineering staff has found that, since Rice Street is a State highway, a driveway permit will be necessary from MNDOT. In addition, caution should be taken to meet the necessary grades and elevations adjacent to a manhole on the site. The staff recommended approval of the permit for the relocation of the dwelling unit to 3125 Rice Street by Daniel Neujahr subject to the stipulation that no commercial or industrial uses occur on the property. Member Thomas expressed concern with all of the pavement on the site. Member Wall asked why the stipulation for permitted and non-permitted uses should be added to the recommendation? There was no comment from the applicant. Janet Sedro, 167 Woodlyn Avenue, stated that this house would be built adjacent to her home, and she was concerned about the possibility of additional business or construction companies moving into the site. There was no further comment. Chairman Keith Wietecki closed the public hearing. Motion: Member Harms moved, seconded by Member Wietecki, to recommend approval of the special moving permit for Daniel Neujahr to relocate a house at 3125 Rice Street subject to no commercial or industrial uses being placed on the R-l site. 4