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City of Arden Hills Planning Commission Meeting for January 10, 2018 P:\Planning\Planning Cases\2017\PC 17-027 - 3415 Lake Johanna Boulevard - Variance\Memos_Reports_17-027 Page 6 of 7 10. The variance would be consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan because it meets the City’s housing goal of encouraging property investment. 11. The proposed accessory structure is a reasonable use of the property that would not be allowed under the rules of the Zoning Code without the requested variances. 12. The property is unique and presents development challenges because of it is unusually narrow. 13. The unique characteristics of the property were not created by the property owners. 14. The proposed structure would not alter the essential character of the neighborhood. 15. 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 17-027 for a Variance at 3415 Lake Johanna Boulevard. If the Planning Commission votes to recommend approval of Planning Case 17-027, staff is recommending the following five (5) 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 the City Planner, shall require review and approval by the Planning Commission and City Council. 2. The applicant shall obtain a Building Permit and complete all fire protection and other improvements to the new garage required to bring the structure into compliance with the Building Code. 3. The applicant shall paint the new garage so that it is compatible with the appearance of the principal structure. 4. The structure shall conform to all other regulations in the City Code. 5. The small shed on the property shall be removed from the property within sixty (60) days of the Building Permit being closed. Proposed Motion Language 1. Recommend Approval with Conditions: Motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 17-027 for two variances at 3415 Lake Johanna Boulevard, based on the findings of fact and submitted plans, as amended by the five (5) conditions in the January 10, 2018 Report to the Planning Commission. 2. Recommend Approval as Submitted: Motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 17- 027 for two variances at 3415 Lake Johanna Boulevard, based on the findings of fact and submitted plans in the January 10, 2018 Report to the Planning Commission.