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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION – April 6, 2016 4 Chair Thompson opened the floor to Commissioner comments. Commissioner Zimmerman asked if the property met the City’s setbacks when constructed. City Planner Streff stated it was possible the garage was in conformance when constructed in the 1940’s. However, under the current standards, the garage was a non-conforming structure. Commissioner Zimmerman supported the garage due to the fact it was going to be put back in the same place. Commissioner Bartel questioned if the existing garage would be demolished and removed. City Planner Streff reported this was the case. Commissioner Bartel inquired if the garage could be moved five feet further from the property line in order to meet the City’s current setback standards. City Planner Streff explained there was room to move the garage over five feet. He indicated this would impact the lot and would not be as fitting as the current location. Commissioner Lambeth asked if the exterior color of the garage would match the house. City Planner Streff stated the finish of the garage would have to match the house. Commissioner Lambeth believed that the new garage would not alter the streetscape in any way given the proposed location of the new garage. City Planner Streff did not believe the new design would impact the curb appeal of the property from the street, but rather would enhance the property. Brian McCormick, 1865 County Road D West, explained his garage would be the same color as the house. Chair Thompson questioned if he had received any comments or concerns from his neighbors. Mr. McCormick stated he got along great with his neighbors and he has not received any comments or concerns regarding his plans for his garage. Commissioner Bartel supported the new garage design in the proposed location. Commissioner Bartel moved and Commissioner Zimmerman seconded a motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 16-008 for a variance at 1865 County Road D West to permit the accessory structure to encroach five (5) feet into the side yard setback along the east property line, based on the findings of fact, the submitted plans, and the five (5) conditions in the April 6, 2016, Report to the Planning Commission. The motion carried unanimously (7-0).