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Riedel Co. Stubbs Bay Addition. There are four lots on Eileen street that have dock privileges on <br />Stubbs Bay, though only two lots have `frontage' on Stubbs Bay. This subdivision was platted in <br />1975, and as part of the subdivision the city allowed dock rights to the 4 lots. The city does own a <br />land parcel and right of way in the immediate area, it does appear that storage of private property is <br />occurring on public property. <br />Crystal Bad The city owns 4 lake parcels on Crystal Bay Road. Based in aerial photography, it <br />appears that 2 private docks have been placed on public property over the years. There is no record <br />of approval, and there is no principal structure on the lot. Enforcement priority of this issue has <br />lowered pending Council's discussion of the city lot issue. <br />Gardens. Gardens are typically an accessory use, (recognizing the inherent differences between <br />gardens and farms/ agricultural fields). In 2011, the City Council approved an ordinance amendment <br />that allowed Gardens as a permitted principal use all residential zoning districts to allow the <br />Community Garden behind the Willow Drive Fire station. There are no other known gardens as a <br />principal use in the city. <br />Complaints. There are two open complaints about docks being the only structure on the lot, enforcement <br />on these complaints has dropped in priority pending Council decision on this issue. <br />Docks and demolitions. When demolishing a lake home where a dock is present, the demolition permit <br />typically includes a notation that a dock cannot be replaced until the framing of the replacement home has <br />been completed. <br />Recommendation. Staff does not recommend altering the zoning ordinance to allow docks as a principal <br />structure, because of the following concerns: <br />1. What is the incentive to build a structure, when a seasonal camper and dock can serve several of <br />the same purposes? <br />2. Unattended docks may be viewed as an attractive nuisance, enticing neighborhood children to the <br />lake. <br />3. With no principal structure, there would likely not be any off street paved parking; off street <br />parking would likely be replaced with either gravel parking, or on grass, creating muddy <br />conditions in wet seasons. Both could be considered hardcover. <br />4. The neighborhood would likely have to rely on the users to bring out trash. <br />5. Rest room services, how is this handled? Are neighbors expected to handle "emergencies"? <br />6. We anticipate an increase in "party" use of vacant lots. The city recently adopted a rental housing <br />code prohibiting short term rentals; The ability for patrons to pull up and access the lake and <br />associated shoreline with a similar effect is clear. <br />7. Maintenance of property. Without daily access, maintenance of the property may fall below <br />acceptable standards, as the yard and grounds may be "out of sight, out of mind". Where is the <br />mower/ other maintenance equipment stored? <br />If the Council desires a change, any proposed ordinance will be reviewed by the Planning <br />Commission and a public hearing prior to adoption. <br />Attachments <br />Exhibit A <br />Community Comparison <br />Exhibit B <br />Joint Use Dock Locations <br />Exhibit C <br />Pirates Cove staff report <br />