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City Commission Meeting April 11, 1005 Page 7 Commissioner Cook spoke in opposition to Ordinance 05-1158, stating that canopies were not blight, this issue was strictly for aesthetics and passage of this ordinance would deprive citizens the right to utilize their property the way they would like. The City could impose restrictions use and proper installation, more restrictive rules should come from homeowners association groups. Commissioner Doerner spoke in favor of Ordinance 05-1158, stating that Casselberry had come a long way in upgrading its image from all night bars and adult entertainment establishments. Ordinance 05-1158 encourages citizens to invest in their property and that enhances the aesthetics in their community. She indicated that this issue could be a good candidate for a referendum to let the citizens decide on the direction that should be taken by the Commission. Mayor Goff discussed a chart he distributed that was compiled from information received from the Seminole County Property Appraiser. The chart breaks down Casselberry housing stock that shows the appreciation of housing in the City of Casselberry. (Chart is attached to an made a part of these minutes.) Mayor Goff was opposed to Ordinance 05-1158 stating that it was invasive to the public's right to enjoy their property; canopies should fall under the purview of the Building Department. Commissioner Hufford spoke in favor of Ordinance 05-1158 and the City has come a long way in the last ten years and having good value in your home is a basic right. Canopies and tent-like structures in a community are not safe, not aesthetically pleasing and they deter people from investing in the community. Commissioner Hart said she opposed to government telling citizens what they can or cannot do in the privacy of their own backyard and canopies/ tent-like structures with proper installation and permits from the Building Department should be considered. Commission Hart stated further review regarding permitting of canopies where they are not visible from the street and have no affect on curb appeal. Commissioner Hart also concurred with Commissioner Doerner and this issue be considered on a referendum to allow the residents to decide on the direction Commission should take. VOTE ON THE MOTION: Commissioner Doerner - Yes; Commissioner Cook - No; Commissioner Hufford - Yes; Commissioner Hart - No; Mayor Goff - No MOTION Denied on 3 - 2 Vote MOTION: Moved by Commissioner Linda Hart that Ordinance 05-1158 be deferred back to Planning and Zoning Commission for further review and any further criteria regarding out-of- site canopies or tent-like strnctures. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kathy Cook. VOTE ON THE MOTION: Commissioner Doerner - No; Commissioner Cook - Yes; Commissioner Hufford - No; Commissioner Hart - Yes; Mayor Goff - Yes MOTION Passed on 3 - 2 Vote