Commission UpdatePlanning Commission Update
Comprehensive Plan Rezoning and Land Use Changes
This is the final step of the comprehensive plan
implementation
Glitch Ordinance
This is a series of amendments clearing up ambiguity in the
subdivision and zoning ordinance.
Flag Lot Amendment
During a work session this item will be further discussed.
Landscaping Escrow Amendment
The city council approved painting of the Lake Lucy well. This resulted
in a watering ban taking place. Since there will be a water ban,
landscaping escrow will not be required. The council approved a
resolution exempting escrow during the restrictiom
Nuisance Ordinance '
Staff has met with the city attorney regarding noise Complaints. There
are an increasing number of complaints that we are unable to resolve.
While planning department does not enforce this chapter, noise is
discussed in Chapter 20. The city attorney is drafting an ordinance. If
the amendments are just to chapter 13 the amendment may go straight to
the city council.
Design Standards
Staff has been working with the city council in trying to modify design
standards. Several discussions have been held and there seems to be a
consensus to a 50-75 percent brick or better requirement. It was left
with the staff to take pictures of other community. When an ordinance
is presented it will go the city council via the planning commission.
Lakeshore Landscaping
Consider an ordinance that would require landscaping on
lakeshore lots.
Existing Neighborhood Standards
Consider an ordinance that would require an average lot size, and
building height based on existing neighborhoods.
Ongoing Issues
Jasper Development held a neighborhood meeting regarding the
property next to Pipewood Curve (north of Hwy. 7). Jasper would like
to rezone for twin homes.
Code Enforcement
Home occupations violations
Conditional use standards
Sept - Dec 2000
Aug 2000
Fall 2000
June 2000
Completed
Fall 2000
Project Management
Target Remodeling
Perkins Remodeling
Super Valu (Data Serv) Remodeling
Berguist Engineering / Redmond Remodeling
CSM South West Tech Center
Chan Lakes Business Park, Andreas Development
Office Max and Retail Center
Lake Susan Apartments
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