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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – SEPTEMBER 12, 2016 7 Ms. Kindler believed the draintile to be on her property. She expressed frustration that the water concerns on her property were never brought to her attention until she applied for a variance. She believed that the neighboring property might have other water issues that do not stem from her removing two (2) feet of landscaping vegetation. Mayor Grant questioned how the water drained away from the neighboring property. Senior Planner Bachler was uncertain how water drained away from the neighboring property. Councilmember Wicklund stated he supported the variance request but questioned what the City’s options were to address the water runoff. Senior Planner Bachler reported the property owners would have to acquire a grading and erosion control permit from the City prior to receiving a building permit. He explained this would ensure the drainage issues on the property were addressed. Councilmember McClung wanted to be sure the water runoff situation was not made worse through the proposed improvements. Senior Planner Bachler indicated the grading and erosion control permit would address this concern. Councilmember Holmes asked if another condition should be added to require the applicants to install gutters and a swale, or if the neighbors should be brought in to address their drainage concerns. Senior Planner Bachler recommended the City Engineer and applicants be allowed to manage the specifics in order to find the best solution for the property. He stated that the applicants could be asked to consult with the neighbors on the drainage plan. Mayor Grant discussed a gutter and drainage plan for the home. While he did not object to the addition of a single car garage, he wanted to be sure that the applicants properly managed the water runoff of the site through the expansion. He suggested drain tile be installed while the site was being excavated. Councilmember Wicklund believed staff would effectively manage the water, grading and erosion control plan. Councilmember McClung stated his main concerns for this request was the grading and erosion control plan. He suggested a Condition 7 be added to the Variance for approval and read as follows: The applicants shall be required to consult with the adjoining property owner on implementation of a drainage and erosion control permit. Mayor Grant recommended Condition 7 read: The property owners will work with the City Engineer to come up with an acceptable grading and erosion control plan and will work in consultation with the neighbors.