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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION October 9, 201316 6. The additions may be visible from neighboring properties; however, the property is in a relativity wooded area which should minimize the impacts on surrounding property owners. 7. The proposed plans and requested variances for the dwelling do not appear to be based on economic considerations alone. City Planner Streff stated the findings of fact for this variance request support a recommendation for approval. If the Planning Commission chooses to make a recommendation for denial, the Findings of Fact would need to be amended to reflect the reasons for denial. If the Planning Commission recommends approval on this variance, Staff recommends the following four conditions: 1. That the project shall be completed in accordance with the plans submitted and dated 9-6- 13, as amended by the conditions of approval. Any significant changes to these plans, as determined by the City Planner, shall require review and approval by the Planning Commission and 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. 4. That a drainage plan shall be submitted and approved by the City if the current grade of the lot is altered. An erosion control permit shall be obtained if the City Engineer determines it is necessary for the project. City Planner Streff reviewed the options available to the Planning Commission on this matter: 1.Recommend Approval with Conditions. 2.Recommend Approval as Submitted. 3.Recommend Denial. 4.Table. Chair Larson opened the floor to Commissioner comments. Commissioner Hames asked if Ingerson Court was in place when the built. Rick Okata , Cho Architects, understood that the Ingerson Court has always been in place, but Commissioner Stodola expressed concern with the number of aging homes in Arden Hills on non-conforming lots. She recommended the City recognize this issue and allow homeowners to make upgrades and improvements to their homes. She reported that many of the current Zoning Code regulations were put in place after these homes were built. Commissioner Holewa stated this may require a Zoning Code Amendment. Chair Larson supported the home improvements proposed by the applicant but had concerns regarding the wrap around deck.