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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes – Wednesday, October 27, 2010 Page 2 Mr. Paschke advised that Performance Standards in the new code addressed refuse 45 issues, not just the Institutional District; but advised that consideration could be given to 46 address sports equipment and temporary restroom facilities. Mr. Paschke noted that any 47 school site would be covered by the Institutional District 48 Member Gottfried arrived at this time, approximately 5:44 p.m. 49 Discussion among staff and Commissioners included application of Performance 50 Standards in the Parks/Open Space Districts and/or Institutional Districts; definition of 51 “accessory structures” and their relationship to residences, screening, and their location 52 on a lot; current zoning code being silent on portable restroom facilities, and how to 53 address them throughout all districts, and under a variety of circumstances, including 54 construction sites, City parks, for special events, and how to control those uses 55 universally or specifically. 56 Further discussion included whether or not to allow portable restroom facilities in the Use 57 Tables, and then how to regulate their location and screening within specific zoning 58 districts and applicable standards when determining those of a more permanent or 59 repetitive nature, or those actually temporary; while recognizing the implications for 60 adjacent properties, specifically residential and potential vandalism. 61 Member Wozniak noted the need to address the specific concern of Ms. Radjek and the 62 proximity of the unit placed fairly close in proximity to and how the code could provide 63 some guidelines and/or regulations, such as through Performance Standards or specific 64 to Institutional uses. Member Wozniak noted that this unit was placed without screening 65 on either side, creating an eyesore for adjacent residential property. 66 Member Boerigter concurred that the concerns should be considered; however, he was 67 unsure of the outcome when there were only so many places for locating the temporary 68 restroom facilities in parks, how to screen them, and the pros and cons to consider, 69 particularly if this would immediately apply upon implementation, and implications to 70 parks and recreation uses. Member Boerigter noted that the unit adjacent to Ms. 71 Radjek’s property was on the back side of the Fairview Community Center by the ball 72 field, with tennis courts and parking lot between the portable restroom facility and her 73 residence. 74 Ms. Radjek advised that she had live din the home since 1969, and had received letters 75 from the City regarding how adjacent properties affected home values, and opined that 76 this was a perfect example; and advocated that it be screened, expressing her frustration 77 in dealing with its placement for over six (6) years. 78 Member Boerigter recognized Ms. Radjek’s immediate concerns; however, he noted that 79 staff needed to take into consideration how to address the situation across the board, and 80 take into consideration concerns and impacts for other parties, such as Athletic 81 Associations using the park and recreation facilities. 82 Member Gisselquist advised that he lived in the same vicinity as Ms. Radjek and was 83 aware of the temporary restroom facility in question; and provided his observations on the 84 need for more frequent and consistent maintenance of the facility, as well as a history of 85 gang graffiti, and recognized the need for screening, but suggested that the industry be 86 solicited for their input when considering how best to approach a variety of issues and 87 interests to ensure all parties had a voice. Member Gisselquist cautioned that if 88 requirements were made onerous, the units would be removed, and there would be other 89 ramifications with people seeking relief in the natural environment. 90 Member Boerigter noted the number of and routine placement of the temporary restroom 91 facilities at various athletic fields and locations throughout the community. Member 92 Boerigter cautioned potential unintended consequences at parks or the community center 93 from refuse as well. 94