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Planning Commission Minutes November 8, 1995 Lee Smith, 473 Minnesota, stated that the proposed fence around the entire property would reduce property value. He has had no problem with the Temple. The parking on the street on Sunday's has been no problem. He likes the openness of the site. Jim Westby, 480 Lovell Avenue, stated he had no concern with the parking on Sundays and no problem with the children using the area east ofthe Temple. In fact, the Westby property has been used for parking and volleyball. He objected to the fence. Temple representatives stated that they appreciate the help ofthe neighborhood. They noted that Mr. Westby had invited parking and play area to take place on his property. The Temple Association will build portions of the addition to discourage the children from going to the Homeowner's Association pond area as they are also concerned about the safety of their children. There were no further comments. Chairman Keith Wietecki closed the public hearing. Member Rhody stated that the Temple gave up open space to the west when the Villa Association construction occurred. The Temple supported the townhomes as they are currently designed. The Temple has been improved since the Buddhist Association took over the site. He expressed concern that there was water in the pond and recommended that the Townhome Association build their own fence. Chairman Wietecki asked if the property owners have the right to put a fence or building on the easement. (No) He asked what the unusual hardship or practical difficulty would be with the rear yard setback. Michael Falk responded that the configuration of the courtyard and building make it important for meditation. There is no other location on the site for this courtyard. MOTION: Member Thein moved, seconded by Member Harms, to recommend approval of the 20 foot sideyard and 15 foot rear yard variances requested by Khuyen Nguyen/Vietnamese Buddhist Association, located at 475 Minnesota Avenue with the following conditions: a. The west side of the property be landscaped as approved by the staff. b. The outdoor materials be cleaned up. c. Design and materials for the addition be approved by the planning staff with the Planning Commission encouraging the use of brick and higher quality materials. Roll Call: Ayes: Wietecki, Thein, Harms, Cunningham, Rhody , Wall Nayes: None Member Wall asked the staff to establish and recommend the basis for all future varIances. 7