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MINUTES Uk' "E r1.AWNING CJMMISS UN 14L:E` .Li+% :;Ll P1iPrWER ii.), 1986 #1079 MCDOWELL CONTINUED Gary Peterson stated that he dia not feel this was "spot" zoning because adjacent zoning districts are zoned 2- acres. He stated that it would not be beneficial to put in a road to serve one 5 acre lot. Peg Swanson noted that there are some natural barriers that separate this property from the other 5 acre zoning district north by the Luce Line and on the west by extensive wetlands. McDonald stated that the area was originally zoned 5- acres because Stubbs Bay is a critical area and to sewer the area would be too costly. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron stated that it is costly to sewer Stubbs Bay and secondly, there is no way of knowing at this point whether this area would be included in a sewer project. Planning Commission's feelings regarding rezoning are: Chairman Kelly, Taylor, Hanson, Goetten, and Bellows feel this area could be rezoned 2-acre and definitely not "spot" zoning. McDonald opposed to rezoning for reasons previously stated. Chairman Kelley noted that if it is rezoned 2-acre, the City will not grant variances to new developments. McDonald noted the soils map which indicates a substantial amount of area unable to sustain a septic system. Bellows reitterated that the soils maps can be grossly inaccurate and applicant should have the opportunity to do some testing. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron stated that the septic systems for the newer houses in that area seem to be functioning properly. It was noted that lot configurations may or may not be an issue and that septic test results may require creation of irregular lots. McDonald suggested that staff research the reasons why that area was zoned 5-acre back in 1975. Planning Commission recommended Council input and public hearing on rezoning of this property. 13