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VIII-B-2
Memo
To:
Mayor Hicks and City Council Members
From:
Justin Fortney, Associate Planner
Date:
September 4, 2007
Subject:
Amy Martin - Type II Home Occupation License Review #07-38 at 220
ih Street East.
REQUEST
Amy Martin has requested a Type II Home Occupation License to hold scheduled tours of
her home, which would include discussions over tea and the sale of the applicant's book at
220 ih Street East.
RECOMMENDATION
At the August 27, 2007, Planning Commission meeting, Commissioners voted 6-0 to
recommend approval of the home occupation request. No members of the public spoke
to the issue during the public hearing.
ATTACHMENTS
. Resolution
· Location Map/ Aerial view of home
. Application
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Comprehensive Plan Classification
The 2020 Comprehensive Plan designates the property as U-I, Urban Residential with 1-3
units/acre.
Zoning Classification
The subject property is zoned R-2 OHDS, Medium Density Residential. Type " Home
Occupations are a permitted use upon review of Council.
Adjacent Zoning and land Use
All of the adjacent properties are zoned R-2 OHDS. The home is in an area of mixed uses
including a school, bed & Breakfast, funeral home, multi-family homes, and single-family
homes.
Existing Condition
The existing home was built in about 1880. A small detached garage is located just off of
the rear alley. The front driveway extends the length of the property, which is 140 feet long.
HOME OCCUPATION REVIEW
Ordinance Requirements
Home occupations are regulated as either Type 1 or Type 2. Type I - non-licensed
home occupations are allowed without a license. Type" licensed home occupations-
require a license and must be passed by Planning Commission.
The applicant requires a Type" - licensed home occupation permit because there may
be more than one vehicle visiting the business at a time.
Outside Employees
The applicant has indicated that she will be the only employee.
Access and Parking
Due to the length of the driveway, there is room for 7 cars to park off-street.
Storage of Equipment
The applicant states there will be none.
Signage
The applicant states there is no immediate plan for a sign, but in the future wall or yard sign
may be desired.
Comments from Neighbors
Notice has been sent to neighboring residents. Staff has not received any comments at
this time.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Approval of a Type II Home Occupation License for Amy Martin to operate Anne
Wilder's Haunted Teas at 220 7th Street E, subject to the following conditions:
1) That the business be operated in compliance with the information provided by the
applicant. The applicant shall provide the Planning Department notice of changes
that expand the business (Le. additional outside employees) to determine if the
business is operating within the confines of the code.
2) That the business will be operated in compliance with the Home Occupation
regulations as established by the Hastings City Council.
3) That the Type II license will be in a probationary status for one year. When the year
is up, the Council will review the license and determine whether it should be issued
for the remaining two years.
4) Pass a safety inspection by the Hastings Fire Department.
5) Exterior changes must be approved by the Hastings HPC (Heritage Preservation
Commission).
HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HASTINGS
APPROVING THE TYPE II HOME OCCUPATION LICENSE FOR AMY MARTIN AT
220 ih STREET EAST
Council member
its adoption:
introduced the following Resolution and moved
WHEREAS, Amy Martin has petitioned for approval of a Type II Home Occupation License
to hold tours of her home at 220 ih Street East, legally described as the east 60' of Lot 1, Block 51,
ORIGINAL TOWN OF HASTINGS, Dakota County, Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, on August 27, 2007, a review was conducted before the Planning Commission
of the City of Hastings, as required by state law, city charter and city ordinance; and
WHEREAS, The Planning Commission of the City of Hastings recommended approval of
the Type II Home Occupation License subject to the conditions of this resolution.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF HASTINGS AS FOLLOWS:
That the City Council hereby approves the Type II Home Occupation License request of Amy
Martin as presented to the City Council subject to the following conditions:
1) That the business be operated in compliance with the information provided by the
applicant. The applicant shall provide the Planning Department notice of changes
that expand the business (Le. additional outside employees) to determine if the
business is operating within the confines of the code.
2) That the business will be operated in compliance with the Home Occupation
regulations as established by the Hastings City Council.
3) That the Type II license will be in a probationary status for one year. When the year
is up, the Council will review the license and determine whether it should be issued
for the remaining two years.
4) Pass a safety inspection by the Hastings Fire Department.
5) Exterior changes must be approved by the Hastings HPC (Heritage Preservation
Commission).
Council member
put to a vote adopted by
moved a second to this resolution and upon being
present.
Ayes: _
Nays: _
Absent:
ATTEST:
Paul Hicks
Mayor
Melanie Mesko Lee
City Clerk
(City Seal)
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the above is a true and correct copy of resolution presented to and
adopted by the City of Hastings, County of Dakota, Minnesota, on the 4th day of September,
2007 as disclosed by the records of the City of Hastings on file and of record in the office.
Melanie Mesko Lee, City Clerk
This instrument drafted by:
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CITY OF HASTINGS PLANNING DEPARTMENT
101 Fourth 8t East, Hastings MN
651.480.2350 - phone 651.437.7082 - fax
www.ci.hastings.mn.us
Home Occupation License - License Type Determiner
Do you have any outside employees (who do not reside at the home)?
Does more than one vehicle visit your business at a time?
Do you use a garage (attached or detached) or shed for your business?
Circle One
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Yes @
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, you are required to obtain a
Type II Home Occuapation License from the City of Hastings prior to operation of
the business. Please complete the enclosed questionaire and application form,
and return it to City Hall with the required application fee.
If you answered no to all 3 questions, you are not required to obtain a license to
operate the business from your home. Please fill out the lower portion of this form
and return it to City Hall. It will be kept on me, so should someone contact the
City regarding your home occupation, we have a record of the business. Your
business will not be inspected or contacted unless a complaint has been made.
Should your business change or grow in such a way that you have outside
employees, more than one vehicle visiting your business at a time, or need to use
a garage or shed in the operation of your business, you must apply for a Type II
License. Please contact the Planning Department for the necessary forms.
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CITY OF HASTINGS - PLANNING DEPT.
101 4th 8t E., Hastings, MN 55033 - Phone:651.480.2350 - Fax:651.437.7082
Application for Home Occupation License
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Zoning Designation:
Do you own or rent this property? o~
If you do not own the property, you must attach written permission
from the property owner to operate the business at that location.
Please fill out this form and the attached questionnaire completely,
and return it to the Planning Dept., along with the $250 application
fee. The application review will not be scheduled for a Planning
Commission meeting until all required materials have been provided.
By signing this application, I declare that I have read Chapter 10,
Section 10. 12 Subd. 2d of the Hastings City Ordinance, and that all of
the information provided to the City of Hastings on this application, or
as a part thereof, is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
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CITY OF HASTINGS
Planning Dept. -101 4th St E, Hastings MN 55033 - Phone 651.480.2350 - Fax 651.437.7082
Home Occupation Questionnaire
If additional space is needed to adequately answer any of the following
questions, answer on a separate sheet of paper. Please number your answer to
correspond with the question.
1.
Describe the proposed home occupation:
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In what part of the home will the home occupation be located? How will
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What are the intended days and hours of this home occupation?
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Will the home occupation require or involve any equipment not normally
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Will the home occupation involve the sale of merchandise over the counter
that is produced off the property? If yes, describe the merchandise to be
sold:
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How long do you anticipate the home occupation will be operated at this
address?
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13. Are there any interior or exterior alterations required for this home
occupation? If yes, describe the interior and/or exterior alterations
required:
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14. Will the home occupation produce glare, noise, odor, or vibration that will
be noticeable outside the home? If yes, describe:
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Do you plan on displaying any signs advertising your home occupation? If
yes, attach a drawing of the proposed sign, including the size, materials,
color and location of the sign.
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Are there any licenses or permits that are required from any government y. -vV' c!..
agencies to legally conduct this home occupation? If yes, list the licenses
or permits below:
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17. May the City inspect the property during the time this application is being
considered for approval?
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18. List any additional information concerning this home occupation that you
believe is necessary for consideration of your application:
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By signing this application, I declare that I have read Chapter 10, Section 10. 12
Subd. 2d of the Hastings City Ordinance, and that all of the information provided
to the City of Hastings on this application, or as a part thereof, is true and
accurate to the best of my knowledge.
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Date
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