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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION – June 4, 2014 3 12. The existing single family dwelling and attached garage meet all property line setbacks. 13. The proposed structure and landscaping coverages are within the zoning district requirements. 14. The proposed accessory structure would not exceed fifteen (15) feet in height. 15. Detached accessory structures are permitted structures within the R-2 Zoning District. 16. All structures on the lot are outside of the 100-year flood plain, wetlands, and easements. Variance Findings: 17. Detached accessory structures are permitted and a reasonable use within the R-2 Single & Two Family Residential Zoning District. 18. The lot has rather unique characteristics as the property slopes towards Lake Johanna approximately 18 feet from west to east leaving limited options for expansion or movement of the accessory structure to an area that meets the setback regulations. 19. The proposed accessory structure would be visible from neighboring properties; however, the proposed design and the use of quality materials for the detached structure that match the single family dwelling should minimize the impacts on surrounding property owners. 20. The proposed plans and requested variances for the accessory structure do not appear to be based on economic considerations alone. City Planner Streff stated that the findings of fact for the variance do not specifically support a recommendation for denial or approval. If the Planning Commission recommends approval of this variance, Staff recommends the following ten (10) conditions: 1. That the project shall be completed in accordance with the plans submitted 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 proposed accessory structure shall be permitted to encroach no further into the west and south property lines than the existing structure, leaving a setback of four (4) feet six (6) inches from the west property line and a setback of six (6) feet one (1) inch from the south property line. 3. That the proposed accessory structure shall not exceed the footprint of the existing accessory structure that is twenty-two (22) feet by twenty-two (22) feet. 4. That the proposed accessory structure shall be permitted to be rotated so that the alignment matches that of the western property line and the angle of the existing single family dwelling. 5. That the proposed accessory structure shall be permitted to change the direction of the roofline from an east/west orientation to a north/south orientation. 6. That the exterior façade and roofing materials of the proposed garage shall match the colors and materials used on the single family dwelling. 7. That the existing driveway apron leading to the accessory building shall be removed and that any damage to the right-of-way shall be repaired by the property owner. 8. That no living quarters shall be constructed within the proposed accessory structure and that the attic area shall be used for storage purposes only. 9. That the structure shall conform to all other regulations in the City Code. That building and demolition permits for the construction of the new accessory building and a zoning permit for the construction of the driveway shall be required.