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New language from this section forward- Home Occupations shall be allowed as an accessory use to a dwelling unit, subject to the following conditions: C. Home Occupations. 1. 2. Purpose. Home occupation regulations are established to ensure that home occupations will not adversely affect the character and livability of the surrounding neighborhood. The home occupation shall function as an accessory and subordinate use to the principal use of the dwelling unit. Home Occupation Regulations. The regulations recognize that many types of home occupations can be conducted with minimal or no effect on the surrounding neighborhood. A.The home occupation shall be an activity which is customarily associated with the use of a residential dwelling unit. - B.Only the residents of the dwelling unit and not more than one (1) nonresident shall be permitted per dwelling unit, regardless of the number of persons residing in the dwelling unit engaged in a home occupation, as follows: 1.) Domestic employees shall not be considered employees of the home occupation. 2.)A nonresident employee may include an employee, business partner, independent contractor, or any other person associated with the home occupation who does not reside in the dwelling unit and who is regularly at the home occupation. 3.)Home day care licensed by the Department of Human Services (DHS) is exempt from these regulations, in accordance with Miimesota Statutes. C.Exterior alterations or modifications that change the residential character or appearance of the dwelling unit or accessory structure to a commercial use or activity shall be prohibited. D. Interior alterations or modifications that eliminate the kitchen, habitable areas for sleeping, and bathrooms shall be prohibited. E. The home occupation shall be conducted with the enclosed area of the dwelling Hom$ Occupation Droji Ordinance June 15 Public Hearing @ PC Page--! ■I i