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Variance Findings: 17. Detached single-family dwellings are permitted and a reasonable use within the R-2 Single & Two Family Residential Zoning District. 18. The purpose of the R-2 District is to among other things reserve development areas for single-family homes and to take advantage of municipal utilities. 19. The property is unique in that the secondary street frontage along the eastern property line is on a narrow one-way alley that principally provides rear yard access to properties that also have frontage on Lake Johanna Boulevard. This is the only alley of this type currently in the City of Arden Hills. 20. The proposed building plans for the single-family dwelling would result in a structure that is consistent and compatible with other construction in the area and would not alter the essential character of the neighborhood. 21. The requested variance for the single-family dwelling does not appear to be based on economic considerations alone. Recommendation The Planning Commission reviewed this request and unanimously recommends approval (6-0) of Planning Case 14-026 for a Variance at 1830 Noble Road to encroach 16.5 feet into the secondary front yard setback, based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans in the September 29, 2014, Report to the City Council, as amended by the following four conditions: 1. 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. The property owner shall obtain a Grading and Erosion Control Permit from the City before the building permit is issued. 3. A building permit and a demolition permit for the construction of the new dwelling and a zoning permit for the construction of the driveway shall be required. 4. The structure shall conform to all other regulations in the City Code. Options 1. Approve the proposal as submitted. 2. Approve the proposal with conditions (Recommended Action). 3. Deny the application with reasons for denial. If the City denies the petitioners request, “…it must state in writing the reasons for the denial at the time it denies the request.” 4. Table for additional information. City of Arden Hills City Council Meeting for September 29, 2014 P:\Planning\Planning Cases\2014\PC 14-026 - Variance - 1830 Noble Road\Memos_14-026 Page 5 of 6