Planning Commission Resolution 2013-045CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2013 —045
Date: July 2nd, 2013 Resolution No. 2013 -045
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A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT
TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR
FENCE HEIGHT IN RESIDENTIAL FRONT YARDS
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the zoning ordinance language for relating to fence
height pursuant to the regulations of the Monticello Zoning Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on June 4, 2013 on the application and the
applicant and members of the public were provided the opportunity to present information to the Planning
Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has considered all of the comments and the staff report, which are
incorporated by reference into the resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello makes the following Findings of Fact in
relation to the recommendation of approval:
1. The amendment is consistent with the 2008 Monticello Comprehensive Plan for Places to Live;
and
2. The amendment will have a beneficial effect on the construction of fencing and residential
aesthetics in the front yard areas of residential property; and
3. The amendment removes an unnecessary complication from the language of the zoning
ordinance, making it easier to interpret and enforce.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello,
Minnesota:
1. Pursuant to Minn. Stat. §462.357, the zoning ordinance amendment is hereby recommended for
adoption by the City Council.
ADOPTED this 2nd day of July 2013, by the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello,
Minnesota.
MONTICELLO PLANNING COMMISSION
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By:
William Spartz, Chair
ATTEST:
Angela Schuma%n%Community Development Director