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<br />-It is clear, based on sections of code provided, that granting variances is not the proper <br />way to address the nonconforming lots within the MR District. <br /> <br />-Have there been any findings as to why the Zoning Code was written this way? Staff: <br />No. <br /> <br />-Staff should proceed with corrective text amendment. <br /> <br />-In the future, text should be rewritten to be simpler and without exceptions having to be <br />provided. <br /> <br />-It should be noted that the intention is to allow the MR District properties to remain as <br />they are and be redeveloped in the same manner. However, the language should <br />eventually be amended to make it simpler. <br /> <br />-This proposed change in zoning text should be considered a step towards comprehensive <br />review of the Zoning Code. <br /> <br />-The Commission members agree that their intention is to update the Zoning Code within <br />the next two years. <br /> <br />-The proposed language is considered a temporary solution to the MR District language. <br /> <br />A motion was made by Ms. Carr to recommend moving forward with a text amendment based on <br />the proposed zoning text provided by Community Development staff. The motion was seconded <br />by Mr. Byrne. The motion was passed by voice vote. <br /> <br />Other Business <br /> <br />Due to the fact that City Council meets less frequently during July and August, Mr. Kraft <br />proposed expediting the first reading of the Minor Subdivision by placing it on the agenda of the <br />City Council Study Session scheduled for Monday, June 28. The Plan Commission agreed that <br />an attempt should be made to do so. Mr. Byrne made a motion to try to have the first reading of <br />the Minor Subdivision at 6647 and 6651 Washington Avenue placed on the June 28 City Council <br />agenda. Mr. Senturia seconded the motion. The motion passed with a voice vote. <br /> <br />Adjournment <br /> <br />There being no further business, a motion was made to adjourn. The motion carried and the <br />meeting adjourned at 7:30 pm. <br />Page 3 of 3 <br /> <br />