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9.Dwellings and garages are permitted structures within the R-1Single Family Residential Zoning District. 10.The existing dwellingand proposed additions are outside of the 100-year flood plain, wetlands, and easements. Variance Findings: 1.The proposal is in harmony withthe purpose and intent of the ordinance because the ordinance generallyallows flexibility for unique parcelswhen impacts to surrounding properties are minimized. 2.The proposal is consistent withthe comprehensive plan because it allows the reasonable use of residential property. 3.The homeadditionsaregenerallypermitted and reasonable uses within the R-1Single Family Residential Zoning District. 4.The lot is comparably unique in the City.The property is situated on the curve where Ingerson Road intersects with Ingerson Court,thereforecreating three(3)front yard setback requirements to the north, south, and west sides of the lot. 5.Since the proposed addition would not encroach much furtherinto the front yard setbacks than the existing structure, the additions areunlikely to have a negative impact on the property or the neighborhood. The minor encroachmentswould have aminimalvisual impactfrom Ingerson Road or Ingerson Court. 6.The additionsmaybe visible from neighboringproperties; however,the property is in a relativity wooded area which should minimize the impacts on surrounding property owners. 7.The proposed plans and requested variancesfor the dwelling do not appear to be based on economic considerations alone. Staff Analysis The findings of fact for this variance request support a recommendation for approval.However, if the Planning Commission choosesto make a recommendation for denial,the Findings of Fact would need to be amended to reflect the reasons for the denial. If the Planning Commission recommends approval on this variance, Staff recommends the following four(4)conditions: 1.That the project shall be completed in accordance with the plans submittedand dated 9-6-13,as amended by theconditions of approval. Any significant changes to these plans, as determined by the City Planner, shall require review and approval by the Planning Commissionand City Council. 2.That the structure shall conform to all other regulations in the City Code. 3.That the addition shall be the same color and use the same type or similar construction materials as the existing structure. City of Arden Hills Planning Commission Meeting for October 9, 2013 P:\Planning\Planning Cases\2013\PC 13-016 -Variance_1226 Ingerson RD Page 7of 9