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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Council Chambers, 216 Fourth Street North
July 11th, 2018
REGULAR MEETING 7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Possible approval of minutes of June 13th, 2018 regular meeting minutes
IV. OPEN FORUM - The Open Forum is a portion of the Commission meeting to address subjects
which are not a part of the meeting agenda. The Chairperson may reply at the time of the
statement or may give direction to staff regarding investigation of the concerns expressed. Out
of respect for others in attendance, please limit your comments to 5 minutes or less.
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS - The Chairperson opens the hearing and will ask city staff to provide
background on the proposed item. The Chairperson will ask for comments from the applicant,
after which the Chairperson will then ask if there is anyone else who wishes to comment.
Members of the public who wish to speak will be given 5 minutes and will be requested to step
forward to the podium and must state their name and address. At the conclusion of all public
testimony the Commission will close the public hearing and will deliberate and take action on
the proposed item.
2. Case No. 2018-35: Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit to operate a Type C Short
Term Home Rental for the property located at 207 Myrtle St W Suite #11 in the RCM
district. Kristina and Pat Blanda, property owner.
VI. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION
VII. FYI – STAFF UPDATES
3. CC/CPC Joint Workshop Meeting Minutes
4. Upcoming Meetings and Events:
a. June 26 (6:00 pm): Comp Plan Advisory Committee – Transportation
b. July 10th, 24th, and 31st: Summer Tuesdays
c. August 23 (6:00 pm): Comp Plan Advisory Committee – Implementation
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
June 13, 2018
REGULAR MEETING 7:00 P.M.
Chairman Collins called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
Present: Chairman Collins, Commissioners Fletcher, Hansen and Lauer; Councilmember
Menikheim
Absent: Commissioners Hade, Kocon and Siess
Staff: City Planner Wittman
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Possible approval of minutes of May 9, 2018 regular meeting
Motion by Commissioner Hansen, seconded by Commissioner Fletcher, to approve the minutes of the
May 9, 2018 regular meeting. Motion passed 4-0.
OPEN FORUM
There were no public comments.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Case No. 2018-29: Consideration of a Preliminary Plat and ZAM to rezone and subdivide land into
three lots for the property located at 7990 Neal Avenue North in the AP District. Craig Wahlquist,
property owner and Dan Thurmes, applicant.
City Planner Wittman stated that Craig Wahlquist plans to subdivide his 1.27 acre homestead
property at 7990 Neal Avenue into three lots. One of the lots will be for the Wahlquist home and two
lots will be for new homes. The subdivision is to be known as Neal Meadows 5th Addition. In order
to subdivide the property as proposed, a request has been made for: 1) Rezoning from AP,
Agricultural Preservation to RA, Single-Family Residential; 2) Preliminary Plat of Neal Meadows
5th Addition; and 3) Vacation of the platted drainage and utility easements. Staff finds the rezoning
to be in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan and consistent with the neighborhood, and the
preliminary plat to be consistent with the development standards found in the City Zoning and
Subdivision Code and therefore recommends that the Commission forward to the City Council a
recommendation of approval of the Preliminary Plat and Zoning Map Amendment for the property at
7990 Neal Avenue North with five conditions.
Dan Thurmes, Cornerstone Land Surveying, applicant, stated that he is comfortable with all the
proposed conditions.
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Chairman Collins opened the public hearing. There were no public comments. Chairman Collins
closed the public hearing.
Motion by Commissioner Hansen, seconded by Commissioner Lauer, to recommend that the City
Council approve Case No. 2018-29, Preliminary Plat and ZAM to rezone and subdivide land into three
lots for the property located at 7990 Neal Avenue North, with the five conditions recommended by staff.
Motion passed 4-0.
Case No. 2018-30: Consideration of Variances for the construction of a garage to be located in the
Exterior Side Yard Setback area and to exceed the 25% Maximum Structural Coverage for the property
located at 1423 Olive Street West in the RA District. David Hennes, property owner and Jeremy
Wilkerson, applicant.
City Planner Wittman stated that Jeremy Wilkerson has applied for variances to construct a 32’ wide
by 24’ deep garage at the property located at 1423 Olive Street West. He is requesting the new
garage be located 20’ from the Hemlock Street South Right-of-Way. Thus, the following variances
are required: 1) a 10’ variance to the 30’ Exterior Side Yard setback; and 2) a variance to the 30%
Maximum Lot Coverage for the addition of 208 square feet of impervious surface area, representing
32.6% of the total lot area. On the basis the application is in harmony with the intent of the zoning
ordinance, consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the applicant has established practical
difficulty, staff recommends approval of the variances with four conditions and the additional
condition that the exterior finish shall be added to the newly constructed garage within 120 days of
construction.
Jeremy Wilkerson, Sussel Builders, applicant, offered to answer questions.
Chairman Collins opened the public hearing. There were no public comments. The public hearing
was closed.
Motion by Chairman Collins, seconded by Commissioner Fletcher, to approve Case No. 2018-30,
Variances for the construction of a garage to be located in the Exterior Side Yard Setback area and to
exceed the 25% Maximum Structural Coverage for the property located at 1423 Olive Street West, with
the four conditions recommended by staff, modifying Condition #2 to state that the siding, trim, fascia
and soffit boards will have the same level of detail and trim and will be the same color as the primary
structure, and adding Condition #5 to state that the exterior shall be finished within 120 days of the date
of issuance of the building permit. Motion passed 4-0.
Case No: 2018-31: Consideration of a Variance to the 25% Maximum Structural Coverage for the
construction of a single story addition on the rear of the home located at 805 Third Street South in the
RB District. Michael and Olga Canning, property owners.
Commissioner Lauer stated he was noticed because his backyard abuts the property. He has no
financial interest in the case, but offered to recuse himself if requested. There were no objections to
Commissioner Lauer participating in the discussion and vote.
City Planner Wittman reported that the Cannings have applied for a variance to construct a 16’ deep
by 24’ wide, single story addition to the structure located at 805 Third Street South. The addition
will include a new main floor bedroom, family room and stairway to the basement. Besides the
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addition, new sets of exterior stairs will be constructed on the north side and rear of the home. Thus,
the applicant is requesting a variance to the 25% Maximum Structural Coverage for the addition of
384 square feet of enclosed living area with two 100 square foot stairwells and landings for a total of
27.5% coverage. On the basis the application is in harmony with the intent of the zoning ordinance,
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the applicant has established practical difficulty, staff
recommends approval of the variance with four conditions and the additional condition that the
exterior finish shall be added to the newly constructed garage within 120 days of construction. Ms.
Wittman stated that one neighbor behind the structure submitted a letter of support.
Michael Canning, applicant, said he intends to restore the house’s original siding.
Chairman Collins opened the public hearing. There were no public comments. Chairman Collins
closed the public hearing.
Motion by Commissioner Lauer, seconded by Chairman Collins, to approve Case No: 2018-31, a
Variance to the 25% Maximum Structural Coverage for the construction of a single story addition on the
rear of the home located at 805 Third Street South, with the four conditions recommended by staff,
modifying Condition #2 to state that the siding, trim, fascia and soffit boards will have the same level of
detail and trim and will be the same color as the primary structure, and adding Condition #5 to state that
the exterior shall be finished within 120 days of the date of issuance of the building permit. Motion
passed 4-0.
Case No. 2018-33: Consideration of Variances for the construction of a detached garage to be located in
the Front Yard Setback and Exterior Side Yard Setback area for the property located at 709 Everett
Street North in the RB District. Jason Dell and Ann Gulbrandsen, property owners.
City Planner Wittman explained that the property owners have applied for variances to construct a
24’ wide by 26’ deep detached garage at the property located at 709 Everett Street North. The new
garage would be located in front of the residence. The following variances are required: 1) a 20’
variance to the 30’ Front Yard Setback from Everett Street North; and 2) a 10’ variance to the 30’
Exterior Side Yard Setback from Maple Street West. On the basis that the application is partially in
harmony with the intent of the zoning ordinance, consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the
applicant has established practical difficulty, staff recommends: 1) approval of a 20’ variance to the
30’ Front Yard Setback (from Everett Street North) to construct a detached garage with four
conditions and the additional condition that the exterior finish shall be added to the newly
constructed garage within 120 days of construction; and 2) denial of a 10’ variance to the 30’
Exterior Side Yard Setback (from Maple Street West). The property owner does have the room to set
the garage 30’ back from Maple Street.
Commissioner Hansen asked how far is the neighboring house to the east set back from the street.
Ms. Wittman stated that the house to the east on Maple Street sits 10’ from the property line, which
is closer to Maple Street than the proposed garage.
Ann Gulbrandsen, applicant, said the reason they want a 30’ setback instead of 20’ is that there are
power lines going from the street to the neighbor’s house and the roof would touch those lines if the
garage were built at the 30’ setback. Secondly, there is essentially no yard. It would be aesthetically
pleasing to allow as much square footage as possible for landscaping green space. The proposed
location is the most visually appealing location for the garage.
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Chairman Collins opened the public hearing.
Jim Moy, 720 Everett Street North, said the garage will improve the property and he supports it.
Chairman Collins closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Hansen pointed out that the lot is unique. He likes the design of the garage. Being ten
feet back from the house to the east is sufficient and he favors granting all the requested variances.
Commissioner Fletcher asked if the existence of the power line impacts the staff recommendation for
denial of the Exterior Side Yard Setback variance. Ms. Wittman replied that the existence of the
power line enhances the uniqueness and is a plight not created by the landowner, so if that
information had been known, the staff recommendation would have likely been different.
Motion by Commissioner Lauer, seconded by Chairman Fletcher, to approve Case No. 2018-33, a 20’
variance to the 30’ Front Yard Setback from Everett Street North and a 10’ variance to the 30’ Exterior
Side Yard Setback from Maple Street West for the construction of a detached garage to be located in the
Front Yard Setback and Exterior Side Yard Setback area at 709 Everett Street North, modifying
Condition #2 to state that the siding, trim, fascia and soffit boards will have the same level of detail and
trim and will be the same color as the primary structure, and that in the event the property owner
anticipates changing the primary residence materials and colors, the property owner shall submit a plan
for future exterior finishes, and with the addition of Condition #5 to state that the exterior shall be
finished within 120 days of the date of issuance of the building permit. Motion passed 4-0.
Case No. 2018-34: Consideration of a Variance for the construction of an attached deck to be located in
the Rear Yard Setback area and to exceed the 30% Maximum Lot Coverage for the property located at
221 Boutwell Road North in the RA District. Eileen and Mark Douglass, property owners.
Ms. Wittman reviewed the case. Eileen and Mark Douglass have applied for variances to construct a
36’ wide by approximately 14’ deep deck at the property located at 221 Boutwell Road North. The
applicant is requesting the new deck be located 14’ from rear property line. The following variances
are required: 1) an 11’ variance to the 25’ Rear Yard Setback; and 2) a variance to the 30%
Maximum Lot Coverage for the addition of 472 square feet of deck, landing and stairway area,
representing a total of 35.8% of the total lot area. On the basis the application is in harmony with the
intent of the zoning ordinance, consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the applicant has
established practical difficulty, staff recommends approval of the variances associated with the
construction of a deck to be attached to the home and located in the rear of the property at 221
Boutwell Road North, with three conditions.
Mark Douglass thanked the Commission for its consideration.
Chairman Collins opened the public hearing.
Scott Allaire, 211 Boutwell Road, said he strongly supports the request.
Chairman Collins closed the public hearing.
Motion by Commissioner Hansen, seconded by Commissioner Fletcher, to approve Case No. 2018-34, a
Variance for the construction of an attached deck to be located in the Rear Yard Setback area and to
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exceed the 30% Maximum Lot Coverage for the property located at 221 Boutwell Road North, with the
three conditions recommended by staff. Motion passed 4-0.
Case No. 2018-27: Consideration of a Zoning Text Amendment to allow special events in the PA
Zoning District for the Stillwater Public Library located at 224 Third Street North. Bill Turnblad
representing the City of Stillwater, applicant.
City Planner Wittman reported that staff was directed by the City Council to draft an ordinance that
would allow the Library to operate outside events by Special Use Permit (SUP). On May 1, 2018
staff presented the draft of the ordinance and a draft of a Special Use Permit Resolution to the
Council. The Council then directed staff to hold a public hearing before the Planning Commission.
The Planning Commission is requested to hold the hearing and forward a recommendation to the
Council. If the ordinance is adopted by the Council, then the Planning Commission would hold a
public hearing in July on the Special Use Permit itself. The Zoning Text Amendment would apply to
all PA zoned lands. Currently, up to three public events are allowed in any district without any
special permit or license.
Commissioner Hansen asked if all events at one venue would fall under one Special Use Permit. Ms.
Wittman replied yes. Commissioner Hansen asked if the City would have any way of having more
control. Ms. Wittman replied that the City could probably limit the total number of events per year at
that site. It all comes down to the conditions of approval. Additionally, the Commission could
consider recommending that the Council explore establishing performance standards for all special
events in the PA District, however staff believes this can be handled through the use permitting
process at the time an application for a Special Use Permit is made.
Commissioner Fletcher said she would like to consider whether approving the Zoning Text
Amendment would cause unintended consequences. She believes the amendment is simply adding to
an existing structure for obtaining Special Use Permits so she doesn’t see any unintended
consequences.
City Planner Wittman reminded the Commission that at the time of application, they would look at
that specific property and the concerns of that neighborhood and tailor the permit to that use.
Currently, special events in these areas are not allowed, however the City knows that they are
occurring. The amendment will help memorialize and legitimize these uses. The uses will have to
come back before the Commission and this will give more control over the uses. The Planning
Commission has the final authority on SUPs but there is a clause that when accountability is an
issue, the Commission may defer them to the Council.
Commissioner Hansen expressed concern about separation of power because the amendment
involves several government owned properties. He would be more comfortable if the Planning
Commission, which is appointed, not elected, has some say in the granting of the SUPs as opposed
to the Council.
Chairman Collins opened the public hearing.
Susie Quaderer, 304 North Third Street, who shares a driveway with the library, said that the
neighbors started this conversation 11 years ago. For the last three years, she has badgered the City
about special events not being allowed in the Public Administration zone. The Library Board has
met with neighbors about the issues of noise, parking problems, driveways being blocked, and
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rowdy indoor drunk attendees of events. These problems persist despite an event coordinator and
police officer being on site. There are events every weekend at the library May till October. She
asked that the City further restrict the type and size of events held at the library and prohibit the
wedding receptions.
Mark Troendle, Library Director, said since he was hired as director in September 2017, a Library
Events Task Force reviewed and rewrote the library events policy and procedures, increased damage
and noise deposits, changed where smoking is allowed, and strengthened the authority of the venue
coordinator, staff and security officer. If amplified sound is too loud, all those individuals have the
ability to ask it be turned down or off. The library is working to be a good neighbor and is interested
in continuing to host weddings as a service to the community and an opportunity to generate
additional revenue.
Timothy Paskvan, 314 Fourth Street North, stated the library events have gotten better but can get
better yet by adhering to the principles of being good neighbors and also of local volume control.
Good neighbors will turn down the volume when it upsets their neighbors. When the Police Chief
has been called, the sound goes down immediately. Mr. Paskvan said he is a big user of the library
and wants it to stay afloat but also wants to enjoy his home in reasonable peace and quiet. He
thanked Sandy, the current library event coordinator, for doing a good job of volume control.
Maureen Bell, 205 Crestwood Terrace, Vice President of the Library Board and chair of the task
force that worked on the events policy, stated that when the library’s terrace was constructed in
2006-07 there was discussion with City Council members about events using that space to enhance
the library’s visibility in the community and raise revenue. Now after 10-11 years, the library has
learned a lot about how these events work and where they need improvement. The Library Board
wants to work with the neighbors and has worked hard to make adjustments in the policy that
address many of these issues. It is not a guarantee that there will not be a future problem, but the
board wishes to convey its good will to work with the neighbors.
Chairman Collins closed the public hearing.
Chairman Collins commented that he hopes the neighbors will come back again if there are SUP
applications if the Zoning Text Amendment moves forward.
Commissioner Fletcher said she feels the amendment lays a good foundation for governing future
approvals.
Commissioner Lauer asked if the amendment is denied, would weddings no longer be permitted to
take place at the library? City Planner Wittman replied if the Council decided to not have the SUPs
then zoning enforcement would be responsible for enforcing the code prohibiting events at the
library.
Commissioner Hansen said he supports the amendment because it gives the City the power to have a
discussion about the events at the library and that is the important thing to put in place.
Motion by Commissioner Hansen, seconded by Commissioner Fletcher, to recommend approval of Case
No. 2018-27, a Zoning Text Amendment to allow special events in the PA Zoning District for the
Stillwater Public Library located at 224 Third Street North. Motion passed 4-0.
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ITEMS OF DISCUSSION
There were no items of discussion.
FYI STAFF UPDATES
CPC Case Files - City Council Actions Update
Ms. Wittman informed the City Council voted to deny the final plat for 8 units for Heritage Ridge,
formerly known as Hazel Place. The Council tabled the application submitted by Jon Whitcomb for
the Condo project at Third and Myrtle, and Forge and Foundry Distillery in the old Armory.
Planner I/Zoning Administrator Vacancy
Ms. Wittman said Erik Olson-Williams has left the City so the position is now open.
Upcoming Meetings and Events
Ms. Wittman reminded the Commission of: 1) the June 26 Joint City Council and Planning
Commission meeting; 2) the June 27 Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee meeting; and 3) July
10, 24 and 31 Summer Tuesdays where there will be an opportunity to gather community input on
the Comprehensive Plan.
Chairman Collins thanked Vice Chairman Lauer and Commissioners Hade, Kocon and Siess for
attending the Joint Comprehensive Plan meeting in May.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Lauer, seconded by Commissioner Fletcher, to adjourn the meeting at 8:42
p.m. All in favor, 4-0.
Respectfully Submitted,
Julie Kink
Recording Secretary
PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING DATE: July 11, 2018 CASE NO.: 2018-35
APPLICANT: Kristina Blanda, property owner
REQUEST: Conditional Use Permit for a Type C Short Term Home Rental to be located at 207
Myrtle Street West, #11 (in the Tynne River Flats Condominium)
ZONING: RCM, Medium Density Res. COMP PLAN: High Density Res.
REPORT BY: Abbi Jo Wittman, City Planner
REQUEST
Kristina (Lillie) Blanda
owns a residential condo
unit at 207 Myrtle Street
West (unit #11, specifically)
and has submitted
necessary applications to
operate a Type C Short
Tem Home Rental (STHR)
at this property. A Type C
STHR is a dwelling unit,
offered to transient guests
for a period of less than 30
consecutive days, which
does not serve as the
owners’ primary residence.
These types of STHR
properties are typically
investment properties and
could either be operated by
the owner or a manager.
APPLICABLE
REGULATIONS AND
STANDARDS
A Type C STHR license can
be issued for a property in
Stillwater if:
Figure 1: April, 2018 Aerial Photo (WA County)
Figure 2: August, 2017 Street View (Google Images)
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1) A Conditional Use Permit (CUP) has been approved by the Planning Commission; and
2) The CUP has not lapsed (in those instances where a license renewal is being requested, or
a new owner wishes to operate the STHR); and
3) The STHR conforms to the standards set forth in City Code Section 31-514.1, Short-term
Home Rental Regulations; and
4) The total number of STHR licenses does not exceed the allowed limit.
The purpose of conditionally permitted uses is to allow the integration of essential or desirable
uses which may be suitable only in certain zoning districts. In approving a Conditional Use
Permits, it must be determined by the Planning Commission that:
The proposed use conforms to the requirements and the intent of the Zoning Code, the
comprehensive plan, relevant area plans and other lawful regulations;
Any additional conditions necessary for the public interest have been imposed; and
The use will not constitute a nuisance or be detrimental to the public welfare of the
community.
The Planning Commission’s role in the STHR licensing process is to review for conformance with
the established standards and either approve or deny the CUP request. The applicable review
standards found in City Code Section 31-514.1 include:
Zoning
Type C Short Term Home Rentals are allowed by CUP in all Residential Zoning Districts. The
subject property is zoned RCM – Medium Family Residential, which allows STHRs by CUP.
Performance Standards
Parking: In residential zoning districts, guest parking must be accommodated on improved
surfaces on the premises. The 11-unit residential condo complex has seven enclosed (garage)
spaces and seven surface lot spaces for a total of 14 parking spaces onsite. However, the
complex does not meet the current standards for parking:
Type of Use Requirement Total Spaces Required
Multi-family, apartments 1.5 per unit; with one
covered, plus one spaces per
three units for guest parking
20 total parking spaces; 11
covered spaces
Single-family/duplex,
townhouses
Two spaces per dwelling
unit of which one is covered
22 total parking spaces; 11
covered spaces
While the building was constructed as a multi-family unit in 1967, a Common Interest
Community (“CIC”) plat was filed in 2006 to allow for the building to be converted to
condominiums. Though these types of conversions are required to meet all applicable
building and zoning codes, the state exempts city approval; therefore, the CIC was approved
without determining conformance with the City’s Zoning Code.
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That said, the applicant has indicated they do have a dedicated garage. However, they use it
for storage and would prefer if renters would utilize the surface lot spaces. City staff has
advised the HOA must be willing to dedicate a specific surface level parking spot to Unit
#11’s Short Term Home Rental when guests are present. If not, the applicant will be required
to commit the garage space for renter use.
Number of guests: The maximum number of guests allowed is limited to two times the
number of bedrooms plus one. Limiting the number of guests allowed on a property is
important for a number of reasons. They include safety of guests, preventing parking
problems, and discouraging a property from becoming a “party house”. The latter concern is
particularly important because most overnight rental properties are located in residential
neighborhoods rather than commercial neighborhoods. Given this, the maximum number of
overnight guests in this one bedroom residence will be three.
Ordinance 1093 specifically requires a STHR’s guests to abide by the City’s nuisance
ordinances, which must be included in all guest disclosures. To keep the line of
communication open between neighbors and the STHR owner/manager, the ordinance
requires current contact information to be distributed to neighbors and sets up a violation
schedule. The property owner is aware that three substantiated complaints against the
property will result in the loss of STHR license for six months.
Proximity of assistance: The STHR ordinance requires a manager/representative be located
within 30 minutes travel time of the property. The property will be managed by the applicant
and owner, Kristina Blanda, who lives at 2061 Parkview Lane, Woodbury MN, located 14
miles and approximately 25 minutes from the property.
Signage: No signage is allowed on STHR properties.
Events: Events are not allowed to be hosted by guests on the premises. For purposes of the
STHR Ordinance, an event means a gathering of more than three un-registered guests. The
guest disclosure information (see attachment) clearly states this provision.
Proof of Insurance
Proof of appropriate and sufficient insurance was submitted with the CUP application form.
Safety Inspection
The safety inspection for this property was conducted on June 20, 2018. A number of deficiencies
were identified but are scheduled for ratification. A condition of approval for the CUP will be
that prior to issuing a Type C license, a final inspection must be passed.
Total Number of STHR Conditional Use Permits
Fifteen Type C Conditional Use Permits may be issued at any one time. To date, nine Type C
licenses have been issued.
ALTERNATIVES
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A. Approval. If the Planning Commission finds the Type C STHR proposal is consistent with the
provisions of the CUP process and City Code Section 31-514.1, the Commission could move
to approve the CUP with or without conditions. At a minimum, staff would recommend the
following conditions of approval:
1. Parking – All guest parking must occur on the subject property. No parking may occur
on the street.
a. Prior to the issuance of the CUP, the property owner shall provide HOA approval of a
dedicated parking stall and a photograph of the onsite signage OR shall provide an
updated guest disclosure indicating use of the garage is required.
2. Number of guests – The total occupancy of the property shall be limited to three.
3. Proximity of assistance
a. The property owner or a manager/representative must be located within 30 minutes
travel time of the property.
b. The property owner must provide the name, address and phone number for the
owner or manager/representative to all property owners within 150 feet of the lot
lines of the STHR property. This must be completed within 10 days of issuance of the
license. The owner must also provide the community development department with
the neighborhood notification list within this 10 day time frame.
c. The community development department must be notified within 10 days of a change
in the contact information of the owner or manager/representative. The property
owner must also notify neighboring properties within 10 days of a change in the
contact information of the owner or manager/representative.
4. Garbage - As required by City Code, all garbage must be kept in rubbish containers that
are stored out of view of a public street.
5. Signage – No signage identifying the Short Term Home Rental is allowed on the property.
One sign may be permitted to read “parking reserved for Unit #11”.
6. Events - Events are not allowed to be hosted by guests on the premises. For purposes of
Short Term Home Rentals, an event means a gathering on the premises of more than three
un-registered guests.
7. Length of guest stay – The property is not permitted to be rented for a period of less than
one whole day.
8. Guest records - The owner must keep guest records including the name, address, phone
number, and vehicle license plate information for all guests and must provide a report to
the city upon 48 hours’ notice.
9. Guest disclosures
a. Prior to the issuance of the Conditional Use Permit, the following shall be added to the
Guest Disclosure:
i. The owner must disclose in writing to their guests the following rules and
regulations prior to arrival. In addition the disclosures must be conspicuously
displayed in the home.
ii. The name, phone number and address of the owner, operating or managing
agent/representative.
iii. The maximum number of overnight guests at the property at a time is limited
to seven.
iv. The maximum number of vehicles at the property is limited to one. No on-
street parking is allowed for guests.
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v. Property rules related to use of outdoor features, such as decks, patios, grills,
recreational fires, saunas and other recreational facilities.
vi. City nuisance ordinances will be enforced by the Stillwater Police Department,
including reduced noise levels between 10 PM and 8 AM.
vii. No events with more than three unregistered guests are permitted.
10. License number - The owner must post their city license number on all print, poster or
web advertisements, in addition to posting it on the booking agent’s website.
11. Lodging tax - The owner, or booking agent on their behalf, is required to pay the city
lodging tax quarterly. If no sales are made during a quarter, a report must none-the-less
be submitted to the city stating that no sales were made or lodging tax collected during
that quarter.
12. Conditional Use Permit Expiration - The Conditional Use Permit will expire if the
property is not operated as a Short Term Home Rental for a period of twelve consecutive
months.
13. Issuance of Conditional Use Permit – Prior to issuance of the Conditional Use Permit or
the license, the safety inspection and any corrections must be approved by City
inspectors.
14. Table. If the Planning Commission finds the request to have incomplete information, the case
could be tabled.
15. Denial. If the Planning Commission finds the request to be inconsistent with the provisions
set forth for Conditional Use Permits or City Code Section 31-514.1, it could be denied. With
a denial, the basis of the action should be given.
FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATION
Staff finds that with certain conditions, the proposed use can conform to the requirements
and the intent of the Zoning Code, the comprehensive plan, relevant area plans, other lawful
regulations, and will not be a nuisance or detriment to the public welfare of the community.
Therefore, staff recommends conditional approval of a Conditional Use Permit for a Type C
Short Term Home Rental to be located at 207 Myrtle Street West, unit #11.
ATTACHMENTS
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General Site Location
Site Location Map
207 Myrtle St W