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MINUTES OF PLANNING BOARD -3- 6/3/04 LOU SNELL~ 17 MCKINLEY STREET Next on the agenda was a discussion with Lou Snell regarding replacing a 1950 vintage house trailer with new house trailer at 17 McKinley Street. Mr. Snell stated in the 1950's there was a trailer put on a piece of property at the entrance to the Industrial Park. The trailer is a well worn trailer and he would like to install a new trailer. Trustee Enson stated that the Legislative Committee is now reviewing a proposal establishing a "trailer zone" in the Village. At the present time trailers are not allowed in the Village and the above mentioned trailer is now "grandfathered." Mr. Snell stated because of the safety concerns of the trailer would he be able to repair roof and other general repairs. Mr. Morris deferred this question to the Code Enforcement Officer who answered no - at the time he would not be able to repair - he would need to review the code first. DISCUSSIONS WITH CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER Next on the agenda ~vas discussions with the Code Enforcement Officer regarding zoning changes- Sections 151-16(B), 151-15(B)(1,2), 151-12 and 151-19(I). Section 15 I-16(B) under the CB district - states "Any use permitted in the Rm-2 District, except that any dwelling units in an office, retail or other business building shall be located above the first story." - Mr. Witkowski felt that a change needed to be made on the East side of West Main Street fi.om School Street to the East Main/West Main border - as a whole the Board did not agree with him stating items such as the Masterplan not allowing it to property owners who were just looking for a sure rent each month - and Mr. Alexander added that, "it is a proven fact that you can get more rent money if you rent to residential uses vs. commercial uses." As a conclusion to this the Board would like a better understanding on the grey area of this clause. Section 151-15(B)(1,2) deals with satellite dishes - it was the consensus of the Board that all dishes, for all practicable purposes, not be placed on the front of houses - but to make it more aesthetically pleasing - should be placed on the side or rear of the buildings. Section 151-12 - Mr. Witkowski stated he has still not seen an updated copy of the proposed sign ordinance. Mr. Morris stated Ms. Grieg is the only person who has a. copy of the most recent version and he would get in touch with her to obtain a copy. Section 151-19(I) Mr. Witkowski felt that the parking requirements should be reduced fi.om 150 sq. Pt. to 300 sq. Pt. for retail space. It would lessen the burden on applicants greatly. Mr. Morris stated he would first like to check with other municipalities regarding their laws governing parking. Mr. Moran made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Mr. Alexander. Meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m.