Staff has been interpreting the criteria for home occupation that persons must live in the home. This criteria limits the scope and impacts to neighborhoods. Present zoning and comprehensive plan for this area is open space and would not allow for a dental office. The 2001 application from Dr. Habich was for a business with 5 employees.
Staff feels that the intent of the ordinance for a home occupation is a secondary use.
Dr. Habich, 179th Ave SE, stated that when he built the attached dental office to his home, that he was advised that this was allowed as long as he lived in the home. Mayor Holman summarized the issues to be reviewed. Clarifying the definition of home occupations, if outside employees are allowed and zoning. The motion was made by Councilperson Hunnicutt and seconded by Councilperson Mechling, that Dr. Habich's present business license be extended for 6 months or until the Planning Commission can review and forward recommendations to the Council. On vote Councilperson Berger-nay .