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City of Arden Hills Planning Commission Meeting for April 5, 2017 Page 5 of 7 Findings of Fact Staff offers the following findings of fact for review: General Findings: 1. The property at 3517 Siems Court is located in the R-1 Single Family Residential Zoning District. 2. The lot is a conforming lot within the R-1 District. 3. The applicants have proposed taking down the existing dwelling on the property and constructing a new single-family dwelling. 4. The proposed principal structure would encroach 15 feet into the front yard setback, creating a setback of 25 feet from the Siems Court property line. The minimum front yard setback in the R-1 District is 40 feet. 5. All other aspects of the proposed construction are in conformance with the Zoning Code requirements for the R-1 District. 6. The proposed dwelling would not encroach on any flood plains, wetlands, or easements. Variance Findings: 7. The variance would be in harmony with the purpose and intent of the City’s Code because the dwelling would be constructed in a location to preserve the property’s natural features and neighboring views of Lake Johanna. 8. The variance would be consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan because it meets the City’s housing goal of encouraging property reinvestment that complements and enhances the character of the City’s established neighborhoods. 9. The proposed construction of a new single-family dwelling is a reasonable use of the property that would not be allowed under the rules of the Zoning Code without the requested variance. 10. The property is unique and presents development challenges because of its topography. The unique characteristics of the property were not created by the property owners. 11. The proposed dwelling would not alter the essential character of the neighborhood because it would result in a structure that is consistent and compatible with other construction in the area. 12. The requested variance does not appear to be based on economic considerations alone. Recommendation Based on the submitted plans and findings of fact, staff recommends approval of Planning Case 17-007 for a Variance at 3517 Siems Court. If the Planning Commission votes to recommend approval of Planning Case 17-007, staff is recommending the following four (4) conditions of approval: 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