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ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION – September 9, 2015 3 8. The proposed accessory structure would not exceed the 15 foot height limit for accessory structures. 9. The driveway would be expanded to provide access to the new structure. 10. The existing dwelling and the proposed garage are outside of the 100-year flood plain, wetlands, and easements. 11. The proposed accessory structure would be 864 square feet in size. 12. The exterior finish will match or complement the principal structure. 13. The lot is unusual in that it is unusually large, and there would be enough room to construct two (2) 728 square foot accessory structures on the property without a Variance or Site Plan Review. 14. The proposed accessory structure would create less impact and be more attractive than having two (2) accessory structures on the property. Associate Planner Bachler stated that based on the submitted plans and findings of fact, staff recommends approval of Planning Case 15-018 for a Site Plan Review to construct an 864 square foot accessory structure/detached garage at 3180 Hamline Avenue North. If the Planning Commission recommends approval of this request, staff recommends that the following seven (7) conditions be included with the approval: 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 applicant shall obtain all necessary grading and building permits prior to the commencement of construction on the site. 3. That the applicant shall use best management practices (BMPs) to control erosion at all times during construction. 4. That the height of the structure shall not exceed 15 feet. 5. That the applicant shall obtain approval or a waiver from the Rice Creek Watershed District (RCWD) prior to the issuance of any building permits. 6. That the structure shall conform to all other regulations in the City Code. 7. That no other accessory structure shall be constructed on the site without an approved Site Plan Review or Variance. Associate Planner Bachler reviewed the options available to the Planning Commission on this matter: 1. Recommend Approval with Conditions 2. Recommend Approval as Submitted. 3. Recommend Denial 4. Table Chair Thompson opened the floor to Commissioner comments. Commissioner Jones discussed the 728 square foot requirement and asked if the City would allow two accessory structures of up to 1,458 square feet in size.